The in-state rivalry between the University of Michigan and Michigan State University is one of the most heated you can find in college sports. However, in light of recent developments regarding the COVID-19 Coronavirus outbreak, the two sides were brought together in a rare alliance to send a message on the importance of social distancing and the importance of limiting the spread of the pandemic.
Here is the list of coaches and staff who appeared in the PSA:
- Michigan State Men’s Basketball head coach Tom Izzo
- Michigan State Women’s Basketball head coach Suzy Merchant
- Michigan State Football head coach Mel Tucker
- Michigan State athletic director Bill Beekman
- Michigan Men’s Basketball head coach Juwan Howard
- Michigan Women’s Basketball head coach Carol Hutchins
- Michigan Football head coach Jim Harbaugh
- Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel
You can watch the video below, which was posted by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
