fbpx
Michigan State University Student Radio

Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM

Menu
Manit Patel

Manit Patel

Manit is a sophomore journalism major and general assignment reporter for Impact. He has previously covered women's and men's basketball for WDBM. Currently, Manit is a member of Impact's NFL podcast, The Pylon, and the NBA podcast, Courtside Convo.

All content by Manit Patel
The Pylon - 04/29/22 - First Round Draft Reactions

The Pylon – 04/29/22 – First Round Draft Reactions

April 29, 2022
The Pylon - 04/01/22 - Bowles is Back

The Pylon – 04/01/22 – Bowles is Back

April 1, 2022
MSU infielder Kayleigh Roper high-fives Jacquie Joseph after hitting a home run during the Spartans victory over Detroit Mercy on March 29, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Spartans sweep Detroit Mercy, remain unbeaten at home

March 30, 2022
The Pylon - 03/18/22 - Free Agency Festivities

The Pylon – 03/18/22 – Free Agency Festivities

March 18, 2022
The Pylon - 03/12/22 - Impending Free Agency Fun

The Pylon – 03/12/22 – Impending Free Agency Fun

March 12, 2022
MSU forward Malik Hall drives to the cup for a bucket during the Spartans 77-67 win over Maryland on March 6, 2022/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Brown, Hall and Christie receive Big Ten honors

March 8, 2022
MSU transfer outside hitter Aliyah Moore (4) introduced before a game/ Photo Credit: Illinois State Athletic Communications

MSU adds second transfer in as many days in former Illinois State OH Aliyah Moore

March 2, 2022
MSU transfer setter Zoe Nunez (2) celebrates after scoring a point during her time at Notre Dame/ Photo Credit: Notre Dame Athletics

Leah Johnson adds former Notre Dame setter Zoe Nunez via transfer portal

March 2, 2022
The Pylon - 2/23/22 - The 2022 Pylies

The Pylon – 2/23/22 – The 2022 Pylies

February 23, 2022
MSU forward Matilda Ekh attempts a runner in the lane during the Spartans 63-57 win over No. 4 Michigan on Feb. 10, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Ekh receives Freshman of the Week honors for the third time

February 21, 2022
MSU guard Tyson Walker runs the break in transition during MSUs 79-74 home loss to No. 12 Illinois on Feb. 19, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Spartans drop out of Top 25 for first time since December

February 21, 2022
MSU guard Jaden Akins celebrates during the Spartans 83-67 victory over Michigan on Jan. 29, 2022/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State falls again in weekly AP poll rankings

February 14, 2022
MSU tight end Parks Gissinger during a game in 2019/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

TE Parks Gissinger enters the transfer portal

February 10, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker coaches up cornerbacks Ronald Williams and Chester Kimbrough/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Tucker hires Marco Coleman as DL coach

February 10, 2022
New MSU coach Leah Johnson meets with several MSU volleyball players on Feb. 8, 2022/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU welcomes new volleyball head coach Leah Johnson with open arms

February 9, 2022
New MSU head coach Leah Johnson chest- bumps a player during her time at Illinois State/ Photo Credit: Illinois State Athletic Communications

Spartans hire Leah Johnson as new volleyball head coach

February 7, 2022
MSU guard Jaden Akins celebrates during the Spartans 83-67 victory over Michigan on Jan. 29, 2022/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartans fall four spots in AP poll after loss to Rutgers

February 7, 2022
Nia Clouden dribbles in the Spartans 79-67 loss to No. 16 Indiana/ Photo Credit: Indiana Athletics

MSU reschedules top five matchup with No. 5 Indiana

February 4, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker looks on from the sidelines in the Spartans 38-21 season-opening win over Northwestern on Sept. 3/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2023 Four-star DL Andrew Depaepe commits to Michigan State

February 2, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker intently watches the Spartans 23-20 home overtime win over Nebraska on Sept. 25, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2023 Three-star OL Johnathan Slack Jr. commits to MSU

February 2, 2022
MSU linebacker Maa Gaoteote (10) makes a special teams tackle during the Spartans 30-27 win over Penn State on Nov. 27, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2021 Four-star linebacker Ma’a Gaoteote withdraws name from transfer portal

February 1, 2022
MSU forward Max Christie runs back on defense during the Spartans 83-67 win over Michigan on Jan. 29, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Michigan State has postponed Michigan game rescheduled for March 1

January 31, 2022
MSU point guard A.J. Hoggard celebrates during the Spartans 83-67 victory over Michigan on Jan. 29, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

MSU comes in at No. 13 in latest AP poll rankings

January 31, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker talks to his team during practice/Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU lands grad transfer TE Daniel Barker

January 31, 2022
Courtside Convo - 1/28/22 - All-Star Starters

Courtside Convo – 1/28/22 – All-Star Starters

January 28, 2022
MSU offensive guard Kristian Phillips alongside head coach Mel Tucker during his official visit to East Lansing on Dec. 11, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Patel: This weekend’s “Spartan Odyssey” recruiting campaign could determine the future course of the 2023 class and beyond

January 28, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker offers instructions to a group of players during 2021 fall camp/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Davenport CB Kaleb Elam transfers to MSU as PWO

January 26, 2022
MSU forward Matilda Ekh during the Spartans 74-71 home win over Minnesota on Jan. 23, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Matilda Ekh wins second Big Ten Freshman of the Week Award

January 24, 2022
MSU guard Jaden Akins looks for an open teammate during the Spartans 64-62 loss against Northwestern on Jan. 15, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

MSU back in top 10 of AP poll after win over Wisconsin

January 24, 2022
MSU wide receiver Ricky White makes a diving catch against Michigan on Oct. 31, 2020/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

WR Ricky White transfers to UNLV

January 21, 2022
Wide receiver C.J. Hayes makes a catch against Ohio State in 2019/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartan WR C.J. Hayes transfers to Syracuse

January 20, 2022
MSU wide receivers coach Courtney Hawkins jogs out to practice/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartans land WR Alex Watters as PWO

January 20, 2022
MSU guard Matt Carrick prepares to block an Ohio State defensive tackle/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Matt Carrick returning for 2022 season

January 19, 2022
MSU linebacker Maa Gaoteote in the Spartans 48-31 win over Western Kentucky on Oct. 2, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2021 four-star LB Ma’a Gaoteote enters the transfer portal

January 19, 2022
MSU four-star 2022 commit Jaden Mangham during his official visit to East Lansing/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2022 Spring Game set for April 16

January 18, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker oversees practice on Dec. 26 in preparation for the 2021 Peach Bowl against No. 13 Pittsburgh/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU lands Georgia cornerback Ameer Speed via transfer portal

January 18, 2022
MSU defensive end Jack Camper warms up vs. Indiana/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartan DE Jack Camper transfers to Virginia

January 18, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker supervises a fall practice session/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2023 Four-star RB Kedrick Reescano commits to MSU

January 17, 2022
MSU head coach Suzy Merchant gives directions during a fall 2021 practice/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Scheduled game between MSU and No. 6 Indiana postponed

January 17, 2022
MSU forward Max Christie attempts a jumper in the Spartans 71-69 win over Minnesota on Jan. 12, 2021/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

Max Christie receives Big Ten Freshman of the Week honors

January 17, 2022
MSU forward Julius Marble drains a free throw during the Spartans 64-62 loss to Northwestern on Jan. 15, 2022/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

MSU drops four spots to No. 14 in AP poll after Saturday’s loss

January 17, 2022
MSU defensive line coach Ron Burton shouts out coaching instructions during fall practice/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State defensive line coach Ron Burton leaving

January 16, 2022
MSU tight end Kameron Allen runs a route during fall practice in 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Former MSU TE Kameron Allen transfers to SMU

January 15, 2022
MSU head coach Mel Tucker/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartans hire Brandon Jordan as new DE coach

January 15, 2022
MSU head coach Cathy George calls out directions to her team during a game/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU volleyball coach Cathy George announces retirement

January 14, 2022
MSU offensive lineman James Ohonba practices his pass sets/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU OL James Ohonba transfers to Louisiana-Lafayette

January 14, 2022
A packed Spartan Stadium with fans/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Michigan State announces multi-year partnership with Caesar’s Sportsbook

January 13, 2022
MSU offensive guard Jacob Isaia (left) and offensive tackle Dan VanOpstall hold the 2021 Peach Bowl trophy after knocking off No. 12 Pittsburgh/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2022 football schedule released for MSU, will open season at home against Western Michigan on Sept. 3

January 12, 2022
MSU defensive specialist/libero Avery Horejsi prepares to serve the ball during her time at DePaul/Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartans add DS/L DePaul transfer Avery Horejsi

January 11, 2022
MSU wide receiver Jayden Reed makes a man miss during the Spartans 31-21 win over No. 12 Pittsburgh on Dec. 30, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartans end season at No. 9 in AP poll

January 11, 2022
MSU forward Max Christie runs the break in transition during the Spartans 79-67 home win over Nebraska on Jan. 5, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

G Max Christie receives Freshman of the Week honors for fourth time

January 10, 2022
MSU guard Jaden Akins slams down a breakaway dunk during the Spartans 81-68 win over Toledo on Dec. 4, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU stays at No. 10 in AP poll rankings

January 10, 2022
MSU linebacker Cole DeMarzo stands on the sideline during the 2021 Peach Bowl/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Former Spartan LB Cole DeMarzo transfers to Wyoming

January 8, 2022
The Breslin Center/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

No. 10 MSU/Michigan MBB game postponed due to COVID-19 issues within Wolverine program

January 8, 2022
MSU offensive tackle Jarrett Horst lines up in the Spartans 48-31 win over Western Kentucky on Oct. 2, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Starting LT Jarrett Horst set to return in 2022

January 7, 2022
MSU head coach Tom Izzo/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2023 Four-star PG Jeremy Fears Jr. chooses MSU over Michigan, Illinois

January 6, 2022
MSU cornerback Ronald Williams during a game in 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Starting CB Ronald Williams set to return in 2022

January 6, 2022
MSU defensive end Tyson Watson lines up during the Spartans second 2021 fall scrimmage/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Former Spartan DE Tyson Watson transfers to UMass

January 6, 2022
MSU guard Jaden Akins runs the break during the Spartans 81-68 win over Toledo on Dec. 4, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartans stay at No. 10 in AP Poll

January 3, 2022
MSU offensive tackle Kevin Jarvis during 2021 fall camp/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU OL Jarvis declares for NFL Draft

January 1, 2022
MSU defensive tackle Kyle King practices his stance during fall practice/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU DT Kyle King enters portal, Dowell transfers to Pittsburgh

January 1, 2022
MSU guard Max Christie takes a contested shot over Penn State guard Jalen Pickett during the Spartans 80-64 home win over Penn State on Dec. 11, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Christie, Bingham, among four players to miss tomorrow’s game due to COVID-19

December 28, 2021
MSU guard Nia Clouden drives to the basket against Hartford in 2019/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Clouden receives Big Ten Player of the Week honors

December 27, 2021
MSU guard Tyson Walker drives to the bucket during the No. 11 Spartans 90-78 win over Oakland on Dec. 21, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU cracks top 10 of latest AP poll

December 27, 2021
MSU guard Max Christie attempts a contested layup during the Spartans 81-68 win over Toledo on Dec. 4, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Christie wins Big Ten Freshman of the Week award for third time in a row

December 27, 2021
MSU point guard A.J. Hoggard talks with head coach Tom Izzo during the Spartans 73-64 win over Louisville on Dec. 1, 2021/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

MSU up to No. 11 in latest AP poll

December 20, 2021
MSU punter Bryce Baringer prepares to uncork a punk during the second fall scrimmage of 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

P Bryce Baringer to return for sixth year

December 16, 2021
MSU running back Kenneth Walker rumbles forward for a short gain during the Spartans40-29 loss to Purdue on Nov. 6, 2021/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

MSU RB Kenneth Walker declares for NFL Draft, will not play in Peach Bowl

December 16, 2021
2022 MSU football commit Shannon Blair during his official visit to East Lansing/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

2022 MSU commit Shannon Blair reopens recruiting

December 14, 2021
MSU forward Max Christie practices his shooting during fall camp/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU F Max Christie receives Freshman of the Week honors for second consecutive time

December 13, 2021
MSU cornerbacks coach Travares Tillman/Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU CB coach Travares Tillman hired by Georgia Tech

December 7, 2021
MSU head coach Tom Izzo watches his team dismantle Western Michigan 90-46 on Nov. 12, 2021/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

MSU at No. 19 in latest AP Poll

December 6, 2021
MSU womens soccer head coach Jeff Hosler supervises fall practice/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Hosler adds Colgate grad transfer Ruby Diodati

December 6, 2021
The Pylon - 12/5/21 - More Football

The Pylon – 12/5/21 – More Football

December 5, 2021
MSU 2021 safety Michael Gravely Jr during a photoshoot/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

MSU CB Michael Gravely Jr. enters the transfer portal

December 3, 2021
MSU quarterback Payton Thorne stands next to punter Bryce Baringer during the Spartans 40-29 loss to Purdue on Nov. 6, 2021/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

MSU adds two preferred walk-ons in 2022 class

December 2, 2021
MSU head coach Mel Tucker reads from a play sheet during the Spartans matchup with Purdue on Nov. 6, 2021/ Photo Credit: Sarah Smith/WDBM

K Evan Johnson and LS Nick Chudler enter the transfer portal

December 2, 2021
MSU head coach Mel Tucker during the Spartans 40-21 win over Maryland on Nov. 13, 2021/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Former Wisconsin RB Jalen Berger transfers to MSU

November 29, 2021
MSU forward Max Christie (5) and Marcus Bingham (30) in the Spartans 92-58 exhibition victory over Ferris State on Oct. 27, 2021/ Photo Credit: Luca Melloni/WDBM

The value of Marcus Bingham Jr. and Max Christie on this season’s MSU men’s basketball team

November 9, 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

Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week award goes to Kenneth Walker III

November 1, 2021
MSU cross country runner Fatima Giron leads a pack of Central Michigan runners during a meet/ Photo Credit: Central Michigan Athletic Communications

Fatima Giron earns Big Ten Cross Country Women’s Athlete of the Week

October 27, 2021
Courtside Convo - 10/22/21 - Opening Week

Courtside Convo – 10/22/21 – Opening Week

October 22, 2021
Impact Sports Daily - 10/22/21 - Alive and Well in LA

Impact Sports Daily – 10/22/21 – Alive and Well in LA

October 22, 2021
Impact Sports Daily - 10/20/21 - Opening Night

Impact Sports Daily – 10/20/21 – Opening Night

October 20, 2021
Impact Sports Daily - 10/15/21

Impact Sports Daily – 10/15/21

October 15, 2021
Courtside Convo - 10/14/21 - T-Minus 1 Week

Courtside Convo – 10/14/21 – T-Minus 1 Week

October 14, 2021
Impact Sports Daily - 10/06/21

Impact Sports Daily – 10/06/21

October 6, 2021
MSU goalie Hunter Morse skies to make a leaping save/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartans drop final game of home stand 1-0

October 2, 2021
Courtside Convo - 10/1/21 - 2021-22 Season Preview

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

October 1, 2021
The Pylon - 10/1/21 - Week 4 Already?

The Pylon – 10/1/21 – Week 4 Already?

October 1, 2021
Impact Sports Daily - 10/01/21

Impact Sports Daily – 10/01/21

October 1, 2021
MSU head coach Suzy Merchant conducts 2021 summer practice/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Merchant Gets Ready for New Season

September 30, 2021
Previewing Week 3 of the NFL season

Previewing Week 3 of the NFL season

September 24, 2021
Manits Blitz: NFL Week 2

Manit’s Blitz: NFL Week 2

September 22, 2021
The Pylon - 9/11/21 - Week One Fun!

The Pylon – 9/11/21 – Week One Fun!

September 11, 2021
MSU head coach Damon Rensing/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Spartans bested by Akron in heartbreaking fashion

August 31, 2021
Courtside Convo - 7/29/21 - 2021 NBA Draft Exclusive

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

July 29, 2021
Courtside Convo - 6/25/21 - Devin Booker or Trae Young?

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

June 25, 2021
Examining the top quarterbacks in this years NFL Draft

Examining the top quarterbacks in this year’s NFL Draft

April 29, 2021
MSU guard Joshua Langford directs traffic in the Spartans 64-58 home win over Indiana/ Photo Credit: MSU Athletic Communications

Joshua Langford stepping away from basketball

April 19, 2021
Load More Stories