Sports
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College Volleyball Is Having A Moment In Michigan
Surging attendance and rising competitiveness have made volleyball one of the most exciting tickets on Michigan's college sports calendar.
The Tigers Are Trying To Make Detroit Baseball Matter Again
After years in the wilderness, Detroit's baseball team is assembling a young roster that could make summers at the ballpark worth it again.
Who Really Pays For Michigan's Sports Palaces?
Gleaming new stadiums promise economic transformation. The evidence on whether they deliver for the communities that fund them is far messier.
Spring Training Is When Every Michigan Baseball Fan Believes
For a few optimistic weeks each February, every team is undefeated and every prospect looks like a star. Detroit fans are savoring it.
The Pistons Are Young, Raw, And Finally Fun To Watch Again
Detroit's basketball rebuild has been painful, but a core of exciting young talent is turning losses into a project worth investing in.
Wolverines vs. Spartans: The Rivalry That Divides Every Michigan Family
There's no neutral ground in Michigan's defining college rivalry. This year's edition carries more weight than usual for both sides.
The Long Road Trips That Bond Michigan's Teams
Hours on a bus through Michigan winters are where teams either come together or fall apart. Coaches say the miles matter more than the games.
Friday Night Lights Still Run Small-Town Michigan
In towns across the state, high school football Friday isn't just a game — it's the week's main event, and the glue holding communities together.
Why Night Games Hit Different In Michigan
There's something about the lights coming on over a Michigan field or court that changes everything. Fans and players agree — the energy is real.