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FOLLOW the story of the Michigan State Spartans from 1931 onwards, told through authentic Washington Post newspaper reports. Relive the dominant 1965 – 1966 national championship seasons under Coach Duffy Daugherty, the Spartans’ first Rose Bowl appearance and more. Choose a cover and personalize your book with a name and message to create a unique gift.
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DOWN TO THE FINAL SECONDS, the Spartans are holding their lead. The crowd is on their feet, the fight song echoing through Spartan Stadium. Dantonio’s defense stands tall … interception! I can barely breathe. Years of hard work, grit, and determination — it all comes together! The Big Ten title is ours! The College Football Playoff berth secured!
Follow the story of Michigan State University football through a book of authentic newspaper articles, curated from original reports dating back to 1931. This edition charts the team’s history — exactly as it was reported at the time.
Featuring:
– Legendary games and headline-making seasons from the early years
– The Spartans’ first Rose Bowl appearance in 1954 and the victory over UCLA
– The dominant 1965 – 1966 national championship seasons under Coach Duffy Daugherty
– Iconic rivalries against Michigan, Notre Dame, and Big Ten opponents
– The unforgettable era of Coach Mark Dantonio, including Big Ten titles and College Football Playoff appearances
– Memorable bowl games, thrilling victories, and record-breaking performances
– Highlights from the latest seasons
Choose from a range of book covers and personalize your copy with a name and message to transform it into a unique keepsake. Whether for a Spartan fan, a college football enthusiast, or someone who remembers it all first-hand — you hold not just a gift, but a piece of Michigan State football history ready to be passed on.
Archivist insight: We reproduce these newspaper articles from the Washington Post scan archive. In some cases, there’ll be blemishes and the reproduction quality might not be as clear or precise as it was in the original paper.
Cover: Hardback
Size: Tabloid 11" x 13.9"
Pages: 130+
Paper source: Our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.
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