100 Things Michigan State Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die

by Michael Emmerich

Overview

The ultimate guide for Michigan State fans, updated with recent successes!

100 Things Michigan State Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the essential resource for true Spartan supporters. Whether you're a die-hard booster or a new fan, this guide offers a ranked checklist of must-know trivia, traditions, and activities to achieve ultimate fan status. From Jumpin’ Johnny Green to Mark Dantonio, relive the greatest moments in MSU football and basketball history.

Discover the rich history of college sports' most successful programs and connect with the traditions that define Spartan Nation. This updated edition includes recent successes, making it the perfect companion for any fan looking to express their MSU pride and deepen their connection to the Green and White. This is a must-have for any Michigan State fan!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781629373133
Publisher:	Triumph Books
Publication date:	10/15/2016
Series:	100 Things...Fans Should Know Series
Edition description:	Revised and Updated Edition
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 5.50(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Michael Emmerich grew up in East Lansing, Michigan, graduated from Michigan State University, and spent 25 years in the sports book publishing industry. He lives in Seattle.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments xi

1 Magic 1

2 Tom Izzo 5

3 Biggie Munn 10

4 The Game of the Century 14

5 A Magical Championship 20

6 Duffy Daugherty 27

7 One Shining Moment 30

8 The Spartan Marching Band 40

9 1952: Champions at Last 42

10 2013 Football Regular Season 46

11 2013 Big Championship and 2014 Rose Bowl 51

12 Mateen Cleaves 55

13 Mark Dantonio 59

14 The 1954 Rose Bowl 62

15 George Webster 65

16 Rose Bowl Immortality 67

17 Kill, Bubba, Kill 71

18 2009 Final Four 75

19 Gang Green and the 1988 Rose Bowl 79

20 Izzo's First Final Four 83

21 Don Coleman 87

22 "Jumpin'" Johnny Green 89

23 Michigan State's First Final Four 92

24 Take a Photo with the Sparty Statue 95

25 The Great 1965 Team 96

26 Connor Cook and the 2035 Cotton Bowl 99

27 The Streak 102

28 Munn's First Team All-Americans 106

29 Captain Kirk 111

30 John Hannah: The Leonidas of Michigan State 114

31 The 2001 Final Four 116

32 Land of Opportunity 120

33 The Magical New Era 123

34 Reasons to Hate Michigan 128

35 Lorenzo White 133

36 1965 and 1966 All-Americans 136

37 The Origin of the Spartans Nickname 139

38 Levi Jackson's Run Against Ohio State 141

39 2015-16: The Rangers and Denzel Valentine 145

40 Jud Heathcote. 150

41 1957: What Might Have Been 154

42 George Perles 156

43 Greg Kelser 161

44 Party with Sparty 164

45 Izzo's First Great Team 167

46 Five Fantastic QBs 170

47 Forddy's Greatest Hits 174

48 Paul Bunyan Trophy 176

49 1999: A Good Year 182

50 The 2000 Citrus Bowl 185

51 The Whiny, 1990 Michigan Game 188

52 The Ups and Downs of Nick Saban 191

53 Kirk Gibson 195

54 Sing the Fight Song 199

55 Double 11s 201

56 The 2012 Outback Bowl 203

57 John Macklin and the Early Years 205

58 Rocket 209

59 Steve Smith 212

60 Daugherty's First Team All-Americans 217

61 Spartan Bob and the Clock Game 221

62 Scott Sidles 224

63 Sweet 16 Clock Issues: Part I 228

64 Sweet 16 Clock Issues: Part II 230

65 Mark Dantonio vs. Mike Hart 234

66 The First Big Ten Season 236

67 Four Stud Running Backs of the Modem Era 239

68 Attend the Drum Off and the Walk 243

69 The 2005 Final Four 245

70 Darryl Rogers' High-Scoring 1978 Team 249

71 The Flintstones 252

72 Charlie Bachman 255

73 Brad Van Pelt 259

74 The 1938 Orange Bowl 261

75 The Megaphone Trophy 263

76 The 2010 Final Four 266

77 Spartan Green 272

78 Five Fabulous Receivers 273

79 2015 Final Four 277

80 Two Towering Athletic Directors 281

81 Visit Spartan Stadium 284

82 Visit Jenison Field House and the Breslin Center 286

83 Eight Great Defensive Players of the Modern Era 289

84 The John Benington and Gus Ganakas Years 293

85 Sleepy Crowley 298

86 Pete Newell and the Early Years 300

87 The Old Brass Spittoon 303

88 1998 and the Ohio State Upset 305

89 Biggie Munn's Early Years 308

90 All-Americans from the Early 1960s 311

91 Rebuilding Behind Marcus Taylor, Drew Neitzel, and Draymond Green 314

92 John L. Smith's Wild Ride 317

93 Visit the Campus Plaques and Murals 320

94 All-Americans from the Late 1960s and Early 1970s 323

95 Marvel at Zeke the Wonder Dog 326

96 Fire and Ice 328

97 Camp Out for Seats in the Izzone 333

98 Spartans Famous Family Trees 334

99 Have a Drink at Coral Gables 339

100 100 The World According to Duffy 341

Sources 347