Yardbarker: Drew Neitzel

Mr. Nix is Mr. Basketball

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:36:23 -0500

Detroit Pershing center Derrick Nix was named Michigan’s high school Mr. Basketball today.

The Word from Germany

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:23:23 -0500

Loyal reader (and German resident) Matt LeMeiux was kind enough to send along this update on the current exploits of Drew Netizel: Greeting from Deutschland, It has been an interesting month for Drew and his team. While Drew?s minutes have increased and he has finally broken into the starting five, the team has been struggling to say [...]

Maryland News & Notes

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:12:20 -0500

There was an interesting article in the Washington Post about Michigan State and their new emphasis on transition basketball. Certainly Kalin Lucas has more quickness than Drew Neitzel and so far this season (through only two games) the Spartans are playing slightly more up tempo. According to Ken Pomeroy the 2008 Spartans played at an adjusted tempo of 64.9 while the a<a href="http://kenpom.com/

Reader Correspondence of a Random Nature

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 20:52:32 -0500

I recently received two e-mails from readers that I thought were worth passing along. First, Mblemieux provides a status report on the beginning of Drew Neitzel's professional career in Germany: The Basketball Bundesliga began recently and Neitzel played in both of the Artland Dragons loses. Against Alba Berlin, Drew had nine points in 20 minutes. Only one [...]

NCAA Tournament Elite 8 Predictions and Picks

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 12:09:01 -0500

With Davidson's Stephen Curry still on fire, UCLA and UNC playing great basketball, and after Memphis embarassed Michigan St., it is now time for the Elite 8 of the 2008 NCAA Tournament. FIO staff writer Dan Mesday releases his picks for the Elite 8, offering some interesting commentary on each match-up.

NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Predictions and Picks

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:15:51 -0500

After two exciting and entertaining rounds of the 2008 NCAA Tournament, FIO staff writer Dan Mesday releases his picks for the Sweet 16. Included, find Mesday's personal bracket, as well as some interesting commentary on each match-up. Also, find a recap of last weekend and why everyone should have tons of respect for Davidson's Stephen Curry.

Pittsburgh/MSU Highlights

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 14:13:39 -0500

Highlights of Michigan State's second round victory over the 4 seeded Pittsburgh Panthers

Ed Hightower, Shrimp Cocktail and Two Teams Ready to Dance

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 09:16:18 -0500

Seated next to Ed Hightower and over a choice strip steak, Hoopraker reflected on having just watched Wisconsin and Michigan State, two of the Big Ten's best, play to the music of the zebras' whistles. Both are ready to dance deep into March.

Michigan State at Illinois Highlights

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 10:01:03 -0500

Highlights of Michigan State's road victory over Illinois

Indiana at Michigan State Highlights

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:12:56 -0500

Highlights of MSUs blow out victory over the 12th ranked Indiana Hoosiers. Highlights include seniors Drew Neitzel and Drew Naymick kissing the S at halfcourt.

MSU at Wisconsin Live Blog!

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:51:30 -0500

Want to rant about the game? Want to hear me rant on the game? Well, you got it. MSU faces Wisconsin in a big road game tonight at 9pm. I'll be keeping you up to date with scores, highlights, and thoughts with my profane laden running commentary.

Iowa at Michigan St. Highlights

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 12:28:29 -0500

Highlights, recap, box score and thoughts on Coach Tom Izzo's 300th win.

Michigan vs. Michigan State Highlights

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 03:45:38 -0500

Yet another win for MSU in this storied rivalry. Wait, what rivalry? MSU has win 15 of the last 18 games

Dear NCAA guards, Drew Neitzel owns you

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 21:52:34 -0500

When it comes down to it, Michigan State's Drew Neitzel is the best guard in the land.