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Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM
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Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM
Liam Jackson

Liam Jackson

Liam is a senior journalism student and the sports editor for the Impact. He has previously covered men’s and women’s basketball, football and baseball.

All content by Liam Jackson
Courtside Convo — Rookie Report — 12/16/22

Courtside Convo — Rookie Report — 12/16/22

Liam Jackson, A.J. Evans, Jack Moreland, Josh Gutbrod, and Manit Patel
December 16, 2022
Green & White Report – 12/11/22 – Goodbye Liam

Green & White Report – 12/11/22 – Goodbye Liam

Brendan Schabath, Zac Slowik, Matt Merrifield, and Liam Jackson
December 12, 2022
Tom Izzo assesses his team ahead of Michigan State's contest against Kentucky in the 2022 Champion's Classic. Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Spartans ‘out-toughed’ by Northwestern at home in Big Ten opener

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
December 4, 2022
Green & White Report – 12/04/22 – Beast Lansing strikes again

Green & White Report – 12/04/22 – Beast Lansing strikes again

Brendan Schabath, Zac Slowik, Matt Merrifield, and Liam Jackson
December 4, 2022
Courtside Convo — 11/22/22 — Thanksgiving Week Update

Courtside Convo — 11/22/22 — Thanksgiving Week Update

Liam Jackson, A.J. Evans, Josh Gutbrod, and Jack Moreland
November 22, 2022
Malik Hall shoots the ball during Michigan State's 73-71 victory over Villanova on November 18, 2022. Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Spartans squeak by Villanova to close out Izzo’s ‘most memorable week’

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
November 18, 2022
Courtside Convo — All-NBA First (Month) Team Draft — 11/18/22

Courtside Convo — All-NBA First (Month) Team Draft — 11/18/22

Liam Jackson, A.J. Evans, and Josh Gutbrod
November 18, 2022
Spartan Red Zone – 11/18/22 – This is a Football Podcast

Spartan Red Zone – 11/18/22 – This is a Football Podcast

Zach Surdenik, Zac Slowik, Liam Jackson, and Cameron McClarren
November 18, 2022
Spartan Red Zone – 11/11/22 – Bo Nix is the Talk of the Town

Spartan Red Zone – 11/11/22 – Bo Nix is the Talk of the Town

Zac Slowik, Liam Jackson, Cameron McClarren, and Zach Surdenik
November 17, 2022
Courtside Convo — 11/13/22 — City Jerseys and Central Division Overview

Courtside Convo — 11/13/22 — City Jerseys and Central Division Overview

Liam Jackson, Carter Frye, and Josh Gutbrod
November 13, 2022
Head coach Mel Tucker/ Photo credit: Sarah Smith

Michigan State keeps bowl game hopes alive with road upset

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
November 5, 2022
Spartan Red Zone — 11/4/22 — Things are Getting Weird

Spartan Red Zone — 11/4/22 — Things are Getting Weird

Zach Surdenik, Liam Jackson, Zac Slowik, and Cameron McClarren
November 4, 2022
Courtside Convo — 11/4/22 — Distressed Nets and Weird West

Courtside Convo — 11/4/22 — Distressed Nets and Weird West

Liam Jackson, A.J. Evans, Carter Frye, and Josh Gutbrod
November 4, 2022
Michigan State men's basketball point guard Tyson Walker shoots the game-winning 3-pointer against Purdue at the Breslin Center on Feb. 26, 2022/Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Michigan State shows room for improvement in exhibition win over Grand Valley State

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
November 1, 2022
Two MSU defenders attempt to tackle Michigan running back Blake Corum on Oct. 29, 2022/ Photo credit: Sarah Smith

Michigan State has questions to answer on and off the field following loss to Michigan

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
October 29, 2022
Spartan Red Zone 10/28/22 Apology Tour

Spartan Red Zone 10/28/22 Apology Tour

Zac Slowik, Zach Surdenik, Liam Jackson, and Cameron McClarren
October 28, 2022
Courtside Convo — Popeyes Louisiana Chicken — 10/28/22

Courtside Convo — Popeyes Louisiana Chicken — 10/28/22

Liam Jackson, A.J. Evans, Jack Moreland, and Josh Gutbrod
October 28, 2022
Spartan Red Zone 10/21/22

Spartan Red Zone 10/21/22

Zach Surdenik, Liam Jackson, Zac Slowik, and Cameron McClarren
October 26, 2022
Courtside Convo — 10/21/22 — Real Games … Finally

Courtside Convo — 10/21/22 — Real Games … Finally

Liam Jackson, AJ Evans, Josh Gutbrod, Carter Frye, and Jack Moreland
October 21, 2022
Courtside Convo – 10/18/22 – We Made It

Courtside Convo – 10/18/22 – We Made It

Liam Jackson, AJ Evans, and Josh Gutbrod
October 18, 2022
Jayden Reed catches game winning pass in double-overtime against Wisconsin on Oct. 15, 2022 / Photo credit: Sarah Smith

Michigan State beats Wisconsin in double-overtime thriller

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
October 15, 2022
Mel Tucker on sideline of Michigan State vs. Ohio State game on Oct. 8, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith

Michigan State beat badly in fourth straight contest

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
October 8, 2022
Spartan Red Zone 10/7/22 Double the Pick’em?!

Spartan Red Zone 10/7/22 Double the Pick’em?!

Zac Slowik, Zach Surdenik, Liam Jackson, and Cameron McClarren
October 7, 2022
Spartan Red Zone 9/30/22 At the Kids Table

Spartan Red Zone 9/30/22 At the Kids Table

Zac Slowik, Zach Surdenik, Liam Jackson, and Cameron McClarren
October 7, 2022
Head coach Mel Tucker leads his team out of the tunnel to face Akron. Sept. 10, 2022/Photo credit: LeAnn Espinoza

Michigan State’s losing streak extends to three

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
October 1, 2022
Michigan State defenders try to stop a run during the Spartans' 34-7 loss to the Golden Gophers on September 24, 2022. Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

FINAL: Michigan State outclassed by Minnesota at home

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
September 24, 2022
Spartan Red Zone 9/23/22 Everyone is getting faded

Spartan Red Zone 9/23/22 Everyone is getting faded

Zac Slowik, Zach Surdenik, Liam Jackson, and Cameron McClarren
September 23, 2022
Head coach Mel Tucker leads his team out of the tunnel to face Akron. Sept. 10, 2022/Photo credit: LeAnn Espinoza

FINAL: Spartans leave no doubt in victory over Akron

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
September 10, 2022
Spartan Red Zone 9/10/22

Spartan Red Zone 9/10/22

Zach Surdenik, Zac Slowik, Liam Jackson, and Cameron McClarren
September 9, 2022
MSU wide receiver Keon Coleman lines up out wide in the Spartans' 48-31 win over Western Kentucky on Oct. 2, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

FINAL: Michigan State defeats Western Michigan in season opener

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
September 2, 2022
MSU head coach Tom Izzo/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Tom Izzo: Spartan for life

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
August 11, 2022
MSU head coach Tom Izzo shouts out orders during the first day of 2021 fall practice/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Coen Carr’s commitment adds to impressive 2023 class

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
August 9, 2022
MSU head coach Tom Izzo/ Photo credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Gehrig Normand chooses Michigan State

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
August 2, 2022
MSU offensive line coach Chris Kapilovic shouts out coaching orders during a fall practice/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Stanton Ramil commits to Michigan State

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
August 2, 2022
Michigan State football at 2022 Big Ten Media Days

Takeaways from MSU Football at 2022 Big Ten Media Days

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
July 27, 2022
Official WDBM Sports logo

Ranking the most relevant NBA franchises since 2010

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
July 13, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker supervises a 2021 practice during the bye week/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State lands Mel Tucker’s highest rated recruit in head coaching career

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
July 7, 2022
Official WDBM Sports logo

JACKSON: 2022 NBA mock draft

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
June 23, 2022
Michigan State football coach Mel Tucker talks to the media/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State’s 2023 recruiting class enters top-10

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
June 16, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker celebrates after the Spartans' 30-27 win over Penn State on Nov. 27, 2021/Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Michigan State adds its fifth 4-star to the 2023 recruiting class

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
June 8, 2022
Spartan Stadium/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State football players create a members-only NIL club

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
June 8, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker oversees practice on Dec. 25 in preparation for the 2021 Peach Bowl against No. 13 Pittsburgh/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State adds 4-star CB Chance Rucker to 2023 class

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
June 7, 2022
MSU forward Max Christie attempts a floater in the lane during the Spartans' 68-65 win over Purdue on Feb. 26, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Max Christie staying in 2022 NBA Draft

Liam Jackson, Sports Editor
May 16, 2022
MSU coach Jacquie Joseph walks during the Spartans' 2-1 loss to Ohio State on April 3, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Michigan State softball head coach Jacquie Joseph steps down after 29 seasons

Liam Jackson, Sports editor
May 12, 2022
MSU quarterback Katin Houser throws the ball during spring practice on April 12, 2022/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spring football provides some insight on toughest position battles

Liam Jackson
April 16, 2022
Courtside Convo - 4/15/22 - Playoff Time

Courtside Convo – 4/15/22 – Playoff Time

Carter Landis, Liam Jackson, and Josh Rayappan
April 15, 2022
Rally held to show solidarity with Ukraine held at Michigan State

Rally held to show solidarity with Ukraine held at Michigan State

Liam Jackson and Daniel Puentes
March 11, 2022
Professor Natalie Phillips sitting on the ground at a disability art exhibition / Photo credit: Natalie Phillips

TEACHER FEATURE: Professor Natalie Phillips conducts groundbreaking research under unique circumstances

Liam Jackson, News editor
March 8, 2022
Courtside Convo - 2/25/22 - Post-All-Star Break

Courtside Convo – 2/25/22 – Post-All-Star Break

Carter Landis, Carter Frye, and Liam Jackson
February 25, 2022
Michigan State campus in autumn/ Photo credit: MSU

Michigan State law student receives Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Endowed Scholarship

Liam Jackson
January 28, 2022
Courtside Convo - 1/14/22 - Trade Talk

Courtside Convo – 1/14/22 – Trade Talk

Carter Landis and Liam Jackson
January 14, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker supervises practice during the second week of 2021 fall camp/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Previewing MSU’s Peach Bowl showdown with No. 13 Pittsburgh

Liam Jackson, News Editor
December 30, 2021
MSU guard Jaden Akins cans a 3-pointer during the Spartans' 81-68 win over Toledo on Dec. 4, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Positive point guard play propels Michigan State past Penn State

Liam Jackson, News Editor
December 11, 2021
MSU running back Harold Joiner (2) jogs out onto the field during the Spartans' 59-7 loss to No. 5 Ohio State on Nov. 20, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Takeaways from Michigan State’s win over Penn State

Liam Jackson, News Editor
November 27, 2021
MSU running back Kenneth Walker runs the ball in the Spartans' 23-20 overtime win over Nebraska on Sept. 25, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Previewing Michigan State football at Ohio State

Liam Jackson, News Editor
November 18, 2021
MSU head coach Mel Tucker prepares to lead him team out of the tunnel before the Spartans take on No 6. Michigan on Oct. 30, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Takeaways from Michigan State’s 40-21 victory over Maryland

Liam Jackson, News Editor
November 13, 2021
Courtside Convo - 11/12/21 - Cunningham vs. Green

Courtside Convo – 11/12/21 – Cunningham vs. Green

Carter Landis, Carter Frye, and Liam Jackson
November 12, 2021
MSU tight end Maliq Carr rumbles for a 28-yard catch in the Spartans' 40-29 loss to Purdue on Nov. 6, 2021/Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Previewing No. 8 MSU’s home contest with Maryland

Liam Jackson, News Editor
November 12, 2021
MSU linebacker Cal Haladay (27) celebrates after making a pick-six interception in the Spartans' 20-15 win over Indiana on Oct. 16, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

PREVIEW: No. 8 Michigan State and No. 6 Michigan will face off in undefeated showdown

Liam Jackson, News Editor
October 29, 2021
MSU guard/forward Gabe Brown grabs a rebound against Maryland on Feb. 28, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU dominates Ferris State 92-58 in exhibition

Liam Jackson, News Director
October 27, 2021
MSU quarterback Payton Thorne winds up for a deep throw in the Spartans' 48-31 win over Western Kentucky on Oct. 2, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Previewing MSU’s Game 7 matchup with Indiana

Liam Jackson, News Editor
October 15, 2021
MSU wide receiver Jayden Reed warms up before MSU takes on Rutgers on Oct. 21, 2020/ Photo Credit: Ian Gilmour/ WDBM

Previewing No. 11 MSU’s conference matchup with Rutgers

Liam Jackson, News Editor
October 8, 2021
MSU head coach Mel Tucker jogs out to practice in preparation for Nebraska in 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Key takeaways from Michigan State’s Week Five win

Liam Jackson, News Editor
October 3, 2021
Courtside Convo - 10/1/21 - 2021-22 Season Preview

Courtside Convo – 10/1/21 – 2021-22 Season Preview

Carter Landis, Liam Jackson, and Manit Patel
October 1, 2021
MSU wide receiver Jayden Reed returns a punt for a 62-yard touchdown against Nebraska on Sept. 25, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Previewing MSU’s home contest with Western Kentucky

Liam Jackson, News Editor
October 1, 2021
MSU head coach Tom Izzo claps while watching his team practice in 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Jackson: Key moments from Izzo’s season-opening press conference

Liam Jackson, News Editor
September 28, 2021
MSU running back Kenneth Walker celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the Spartans' 38-17 win over No. 24 Miami on Sept. 18, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Breaking down MSU’s first conference home game of 2021

Liam Jackson, News Editor/ Football Beat Reporter
September 23, 2021
MSU running back Jordon Simmons hits the hole and runs for a big gain in the Spartans' 42-14 home win over Youngstown State on Sept. 11, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU looks to upset No. 24 Miami on Saturday

Liam Jackson, News Editor/ Football Beat Reporter
September 17, 2021
Bib for the Frances 5K and Festival/ Photo Credit: Delaney Rogers

First annual Frances 5K and Festival held at Hawk Island Park

Liam Jackson and Delaney Rogers
September 16, 2021
MSU quarterback Payton Thorne practices during the first day of 2021 fall camp/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Three observations from MSU’s dominant 42-14 win over Youngstown State

Liam Jackson, News Editor
September 11, 2021
MSU running back Kenneth Walker lines up in the backfield in MSU's 38-21 season-opening win over Northwestern/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Previewing MSU’s Saturday home showdown with Youngstown State

Liam Jackson, News Editor/ Football Beat Reporter
September 9, 2021
Courtside Convo – 7/29/21 – 2021 NBA Draft Exclusive

Courtside Convo – 7/29/21 – 2021 NBA Draft Exclusive

Carter Landis, Liam Jackson, and Manit Patel
July 29, 2021
Courtside Convo – 6/25/21 – Devin Booker or Trae Young?

Courtside Convo – 6/25/21 – Devin Booker or Trae Young?

Carter Landis, Manit Patel, and Liam Jackson
June 25, 2021
Health Officer Linda Vail shares latest updates regarding COVID-19 in Ingham County

Health Officer Linda Vail shares latest updates regarding COVID-19 in Ingham County

Liam Jackson, News Editor
April 21, 2021
The campus of Michigan State/ Photo Credit: MSU University Communications

Lansing councilman Peter Spadafore announces re-election campaign

Liam Jackson, News Editor
April 16, 2021
A view of the Hannah Administration building from the Red Cedar River/ Photo Credit: MSU University Communications

MSU Board of Trustees lambasted for decision to not release documents related to the Larry Nassar case in latest meeting

Liam Jackson, News Editor
April 16, 2021
McLane Baseball Stadium/ Photo Credit: Zach Surdenik/ WDBM

Michigan State starts weekend series with narrow 7-6 win over Minnesota

Liam Jackson, Baseball Beat Reporter
April 2, 2021
Courtside Convo – 4/2/21 – Good Friday!

Courtside Convo – 4/2/21 – Good Friday!

Bobby Zeffero, Liam Jackson, and Carter Landis
April 2, 2021
A view of the Hannah Administration building from the Red Cedar River/ Photo Credit: MSU University Communications

Stanley tabbs Lisa Frace as senior Vice President/CFO of MSU

Liam Jackson, News Editor
April 1, 2021
An MSU COVID-19 detection kit/ Photo Credit: MSU University Communications

COVID-19 cases on the rise in Ingham County

Liam Jackson, News Editor
March 31, 2021
Lansing Mayor Andy Schor during a Zoom call/ Photo Credit: Nathan Stearns/WDBM

Prominent Lansing restaurant owner endorses mayor Andy Schor for reelection

Liam Jackson, News Editor
March 30, 2021
MSU first baseman/ pitcher Zach Iverson swings at a pitch/ Photo Credit: Jeremy Fleming/MSU Athletic Communications

FINAL: Spartans drop second straight to Hoosiers, 10-4

Liam Jackson, Baseball Beat Reporter
March 27, 2021
MSU pitcher Mason Erla delivers a pitch during a game/Photo Credit: Jeremy Fleming/ MSU Athletic Communications

FINAL: Michigan State shuts out Illinois 11-0 in pod play

Liam Jackson, Baseball Beat Reporter
March 20, 2021
MSU head coach Jake Boss Jr./Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU falls to Northwestern 7-5 after blowing late lead

Liam Jackson, General Assignment Reporter
March 14, 2021
Courtside Convo - 3/12/21 - Tough Stuff and Regular Stuff

Courtside Convo – 3/12/21 – Tough Stuff and Regular Stuff

Carter Landis, Manit Patel, and Liam Jackson
March 13, 2021
The MSU museum/ Photo Credit: MSU University Communications

MSU gearing up for annual science festival

Liam Jackson, General Assignment Reporter
March 10, 2021
Courtside Convo - 3/5/21 - It's time for a break!

Courtside Convo – 3/5/21 – It’s time for a break!

Bobby Zeffero, Carter Landis, Zach Surdenik, and Liam Jackson
March 5, 2021
MSU pitcher Mason Erla delivers a pitch/Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Previewing MSU’s season-opening series against Maryland

Liam Jackson, General Assignment Reporter
March 5, 2021
Lansing Mayor Andy Schor during a Zoom call/ Photo Credit: Nathan Stearns/WDBM

Lansing Mayor Andy Schor to run for second term in 2021

Liam Jackson, News/Sports General Assignment Reporter
March 3, 2021
The Olin Health Center at MSU/ Photo Credit: MSU University Communications

Lansing Urgent Care opens up eighth location

Liam Jackson, Women's Basketball Beat Reporter/ News Reporter
February 16, 2021
The Hannah Administration Building/Photo Credit: MSU University Communications

MSU Board of Trustees hears pleas to reinstate swimming and diving program at Feb. 12 meeting

Liam Jackson, Sports/News Reporter
February 12, 2021
Nia Clouden dribbles in the Spartans 79-67 loss to No. 16 Indiana/ Photo Credit: Indiana Athletics

Spartans look to snap two-game skid, welcome in Fighting Illini

Liam Jackson, Women's Basketball Beat Reporter
February 3, 2021
Mardekia Cook attempts a shot over Nebraska forward Isabelle Bourne/Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State prepares for road challenge against Indiana

Liam Jackson, Baseball Beat Reporter
January 31, 2021
Mardekia Cook attempts a shot over Nebraska forward Isabelle Bourne/Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Previewing Sunday’s matchup between MSU and Wisconsin

Liam Jackson, General Assignment Reporter
January 22, 2021
Alyza Winston goes up for a layup against Detroit Mercy/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Examining which players stepped up in the Spartans’ 86-82 victory over Iowa

Liam Jackson, Women's Basketball Beat Reporter
December 12, 2020
Rocket Watts attempts a jump shot over Notre Dame guard Cormac Ryan/Photo credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Watts leads Spartans past Detroit

Liam Jackson, Baseball Beat Reporter
December 4, 2020
Aaron Henry brings the ball up the floor against Eastern Michigan/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

No. 8 Spartans make history, beat No. 6 Duke 75-69

Liam Jackson, General Assignment Reporter
December 1, 2020
Nia Clouden sprints up the court against Eastern Michigan/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State defeats St. Francis 77-44 for first win of year

Liam Jackson, General Assigment Reporter
November 27, 2020
MSU head coach Jake Boss Jr./Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State baseball adds four to 2021 class

Liam Jackson, Baseball Beat Reporter
November 16, 2020
Xavier Henderson wraps up Iowa TE Sam LaPorta/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Jackson: Uncertainty in 2020 season doesn’t yield to Spartans

Liam Jackson, General Assignment Reporter
November 7, 2020
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