Shay Colley excels, Canada loses in Olympic opener

Shay Colley had a strong effort in Canada’s Olympics opener, despite a loss to France

Former Michigan State women’s basketball guard Shay Colley is competing in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Colley, a professional basketball player in France, is competing for Canada in the games.

In Canada’s opener against the hosts France, the Canadians lost 75-54, but Colley gave a strong effort.

The former Spartan racked up a team high in points and assists, finishing with 11 points and 6 assists in the contest.

Canada will be back in action against Australia on Thursday at 7:30 a.m.

Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on Twitter, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes, and opinion. You can also follow Cory Linsner on Twitter @Cory_Linsner

Three Spartans to compete in Paris 2024 Olympic Games

A trio of Spartans will be competing in the 2024 Olympic Games from Paris

A trio of Spartans will be competing in the 2024 Olympic Games from Paris.

The Olympics officially begins on Friday, and there will be three Michigan State Spartans competing in the games. Here’s the breakdown of the Spartans:

  • Heath Baldwin in the decathlon for the United States
  • Tori Franklin in the triple jump for the United States
  • Shay Colley in basketball for Canada

The Olympics will be televised on NBC.

Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on Twitter, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan state news, notes, and opinion. You can also follow Robert Bondy on Twitter @RobertBondy5.