34 check-ins. Versailles – Listen, Scott McEldowney knows a good thing when he sees it. Michigan State's Malik Hall, left, grabs a rebound over Ohio State's Luther Muhammad during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. One of the biggest plays of last night’s upset win for Michigan State over No. Press alt+ /to open this menu. Share. Former Duke standout Luke Kennard is also a close friend. Ahrens is projected to start in place of Joshua Langford again on Saturday, adding to the significance of the day. Subscribe now. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. Liddell defends during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Rocket Watts (2) reacts during the first half of a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at the Breslin Center. Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo, right, talks with Rocket Watts during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State poses after beating Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, right, hugs Xavier Tillman before checking out of the game during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Rocket Watts, left, celebrates with Cassius Winston after Watts' 3-pointer during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. He's a good player that's just had a lot of bad luck.". They've been teammates far more often, from sibling two-on-two games when they always teamed up, to their one season together at Versailles High School. Offsite Link. Jobs Classifieds Subscribe E-Edition Michigan State's Cassius Winston holds the trophy after beating Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Cassius Winston kisses the floor before checking out during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Aaron Henry scores during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. ", RELATED: Couch: 3 quick takes on MSU's Big Ten-title clinching win over Ohio State, It's all brotherly love until tip-off for Kyle and Justin Ahrens. WOSN TV You Tube Video . Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Xavier Tillman (23) passes the ball in front of Ohio State Buckeyes forward Kaleb Wesson (34) during the first half of a game at the Breslin Center. or. After a healthy offseason, Justin Ahrens is listed at 6 feet 6 and 195 pounds on the official Ohio State men’s basketball roster. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Xavier Tillman (23) controls the ball in front of Ohio State Buckeyes forward Kaleb Wesson (34) during the first half of a game at the Breslin Center. Facebook gives people the power to... Jump to. "When I went home for Christmas that's what I've talked about. 5 Ohio State was an amazing block by Joshua Langford on Ohio State wing Justin Ahrens, who is the brother of former Spartan stalwart Kyle Ahrens. Michigan State's Aaron Henry, right, guards Ohio State's Duane Washington during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. His younger brother Justin is a 6-5 freshman forward who comes off the bench for Ohio State after setting school records at Versailles High School for career points, 3-pointers, rebounds and assists. Typed comments will be lost if you are not logged in. Michigan State's Rocket Watts, right, watches as a 3-pointer goes in while Ohio State's E.J. "He's a good player, we said that from the beginning. Michigan State's Rocket Watts, left, and Cassius Winston (5) and Ohio State's Luther Muhammad (1) battle for a rebound during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, March 8, 2020, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis), Ohio State's E.J. Michigan State junior Kyle Ahrens will play against his brother, Ohio State freshman Justin Ahrens, when the No. COVID-19: Vaccine news and outbreak updates. Ahrens started in Michigan State's Wednesday game against Northwestern, as Joshua Langford sat out with an ankle injury. 5 Ohio State was an amazing block by Joshua Langford on Ohio State wing Justin Ahrens, who is the brother of former Spartan stalwart Kyle Ahrens. 14 Ohio State on Saturday. Michigan State celebrates a score during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. As of Thursday afternoon, Langford's status for Saturday was still uncertain, meaning Ahrens could get the start in the top-15 matchup. Michigan State's Cassius Winston falls to the court after going for a rebound during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Cassius Winston makes a 3-pointer over Ohio State's Luther Muhammad during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Ohio State University’s Justin Ahrens, of Versailles, runs out of the tunnel during pregame festivities Saturday in Columbus. The Spartans won a share of the title with Maryland and Wisconsin. The optimist will look at Michigan State, three games below .500 in the Big Ten and coming off one of its most lopsided losses in recent memory, and say the Spartans have been here before. “He’s had a great summer…I mean, a great summer.” – Chris Holtmann . “On the court, we’re going to be enemies. Michigan State's Xavier Tillman, right, is fouled by Ohio State's Duane Washington on a shot during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. His most recent project has been raising awareness and funding for community water projects in Africa … Adam Jardy. The high school even considered rescheduling its basketball games for that day to allow more people to watch the Ahrens brothers play. Michigan State's Xavier Tillman replaces a contact lens on the bench during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Rod Ahrens, uncle of Michigan State’s Kyle Ahrens and Ohio State’s Justin Ahrens, said there are about 600 people from the Versailles, Ohio, community at Breslin Center on Sunday, March 8, 2020, to watch the brothers play. 13.9k Followers, 595 Following, 45 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Justin Ahrens (@_justinahrens) Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo, left, hugs wife Lupe Izzo after beating Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. The younger brother of Michigan State commit Kyle Ahrens, Justin is proving the family is full of talent as he's a freshman with plenty of potential. Kyle Ahrens' senior day for Michigan State basketball Sunday will be with a Big Ten title on the line — against his brother, Justin, and Ohio State. Michigan State's Aaron Henry, right, steals the ball and is fouled by Ohio State's Andre Wesson during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Justin Ahrens and his brother Kyle, basketball players. From left, Michigan State's Cassius Winston, Xavier Tillman and Gabe Brown pose with the Big Ten Championship trophy after beating Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. While he’s very much a one-dimensional player (57 … Before January, they’d never competed against each other. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, right, and Ohio State's CJ Walker go after the ball during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, left, talks with head coach Tom Izzo during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. “At the end of the day, he’s my brother,” Ahrens said. Michigan State's Cassius Winston hugs girlfriend Arin Bell after beating Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Justin Ahrens is a … In practice and in the driveway, sure, but never in any official capacity. Michigan State's Rocket Watts makes a 3-pointer during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Redshirt senior Ahrens started for the first time in the 2019-20 season. A.J. Kyle Ahrens … The Ahrens are now the second group of brothers to be in the MAC Top 10, the first to do it are the Kahlig’s, Greg and Elijah, both from Ft. Recovery. Ahrens enjoyed all of this success while following in the footsteps of his brother Kyle, now a wing at Michigan State, and playing alongside his twin brother A.J. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard CJ Walker (13) gestures during the first half of a game against the Michigan State Spartans at the Breslin Center. Michigan State's Cassius Winston scores on a layup during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. EAST LANSING -- If you happen to drive through Versailles, Ohio, early on Saturday afternoon, the town may seem a little empty. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, right, is fouled by Ohio State's Kaleb Wesson during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Hometown Versailles, Ohio; H.S./Last School Versailles; Bio; Stats Pronunciation. Justin is serving or has served as an advisor to the nonprofits Lifewater, Life In Abundance and EPIC (Engaging Philanthropy, Inspiring Creatives). RELATED: Couch: Michigan State's latest Big Ten title comes with big-time meaning and history, Senior Day against your brother #GoGreenpic.twitter.com/SNkzHmKfTt, With 600 people from your hometown in attendance...#GoGreen, The first tweet was followed by another, reading: "With 600 people from your hometown in attendance...", The Big Ten Network shared a tweet of the brothers embracing before the game, captioned, "It's all brotherly love until tip-off for Kyle and Justin Ahrens. Versailles Head Coach Travis Swank tells SSN: About Justin breaking both records last night— It is a great achievement for him. by Anonymous: reply 11: 12/04/2020: Justin. We've been talking about this game for a long time, a couple of years now, so it's kind of surreal that it's about to happen.". Michigan State's Conner George celebrates on the bench during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Forgot account? Michigan State's Xavier Tillman, right, pressures Ohio State's Kaleb Wesson during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. WATCH: Joshua Langford momentum-shifting block on Ohio State's Justin Ahrens, brother of Kyle. Michigan State's Conner George kisses the floor before coming out of the game during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Justin Ahrens shooting for bigger role in Ohio State men's basketball offense. Michigan State's Thomas Kithier, right, guards Ohio State's E.J. Accessibility Help. VERSAILLES – Justin Ahrens met with family and friends Saturday morning after officially signing earlier in the week to play basketball for Ohio State University men’s basketball program. Michigan State's Kyle Ahrens, right, pressures Ohio State's Andre Wesson during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Malik Hall, right, is fouled by Kaleb Wesson during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. You will need to register before adding a comment. @MSU_Basketball | @OhioStateHoopspic.twitter.com/jx3dZUME1N, LSJ columnist Graham Couch and Freep columnist Shawn Windsor break down the state of the Spartans heading into the postseason. Michigan State guard Kyle Ahrens and his younger brother, Ohio State forward Justin Ahrens, were joined in the Breslin Center by approximately 600 natives of … High school basketball star Emoni Bates looks on during Michigan State's game against Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, left, jokes withRocket Watts during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Ahrens and fellow seniors Conner George, Joshua Langford and Cassius Winston were recognized in a ceremony after the game. PO Box 135 (1,373.14 mi) Harper, TX, TX 78631. Community See All. https://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/annarbor/obituary.aspx?pid=196779792 Ahrens Ranch & Wildlife, LLC. Michigan State's Kyle Ahrens, left, hugs Xavier Tillman before coming out of the game during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Log In. Lansing State Journal. Liddell (32) attempts a free throw during the first half of a game against the Michigan State Spartans at the Breslin Center. A link has been sent to your friend's email address. 8 Spartans play at No. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo talks to Michigan State Spartans forward Malik Hall (25) during the first half of a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at the Breslin Center. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. Sections of this page. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Kaleb Wesson (34) dunks the ball in front of Michigan State Spartans guard Kyle Ahrens (0) during the first half of a game at the Breslin Center. Welcome to our new and improved comments, which are for subscribers only. "It's just a lot of hometown support," Ahrens said. Michigan State's Xavier Tillman, left, looks to pass as Ohio State's E.J. 10,875 people like this. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Duane Washington Jr. (4) is defended by Michigan State Spartans forward Aaron Henry (11) during the first half of a game at the Breslin Center. Kyle, a 6-foot-6 redshirt junior guard/forward at Michigan State, is a 2015 Versailles graduate. About See All. 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Michigan State's Cassius Winston makes a 3-pointer during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. 4.1. Email or Phone. 4.1 out of 5 stars. Create New Account . And when they do, they'll do so in front of scores of family and friends. Justin on the right: Offsite Link. Michigan State's Malik Hall, left, helps Rocket Watts up after Watts made a 3-pointer and was fouled during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Justin Ahrens (10) attempts a three point basket in front od Michigan State Spartans forward Xavier Tillman (23) during the first half of a game at the Breslin Center. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, his family and head coach Tom Izzo pose with his jersey during a senior day ceremony after on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Liddell during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Michigan State's Rocket Watts celebrates after a 3-pointer during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. NCAA Career Stats. Ahrens’ older brother Kyle, played at Michigan State and was a senior last season. His brother, Justin, is a freshman at Oh VERSAILLES — It’s a tale of two brothers: Kyle Ahrens is a junior attending Michigan State University. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. It's OK to disagree with someone's ideas, but personal attacks, insults, threats, hate speech, advocating violence and other violations can result in a ban. Always Open. © 2021 Advance Local Media LLC. 14 Ohio State on Saturday. A native of Versailles, about 100 miles west of Columbus, Ahrens had the added benefit of seeing his brother, Justin, on the other bench. Michigan State's Cassius Winston celebrates during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Offsite Link. Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo speaks after beating Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. If he needs to find guidance from someone who has worked to find a role as a freshman on a talented Big Ten team, he can do so from his older brother, who worked to find playing time for three years before breaking into the rotation this year. Michigan State's Kyle Ahrens acknowledges the fans before coming out of the game during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Liddell (32) during the first half of a game at the Breslin Center. "We're really excited about it.". His brother Justin, a 6-5 freshman forward at Ohio State, graduated in 2018. Sports & Recreation in Harper, Texas. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. Updated Jan 30, 2019; Posted May 18, 2018 . The MSU basketball program tweeted a photo of the two brothers talking prior to the game, captioned "Senior Day against your brother" followed by a green heart. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Marcus Bingham Jr. (30) knocks the ball free from Ohio State Buckeyes guard Duane Washington Jr. (4) during the first half of a game at the Breslin Center. Michigan State's Rocket Watts watches a 3-pointer drop in after being fouled during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. “Ever since the fifth grade I’ve been working real hard, watched my brother grow up. Rod Ahrens, uncle of Michigan State’s Kyle Ahrens and Ohio State’s Justin Ahrens, said there are about 600 people from the Versailles, Ohio, community at Breslin Center on Sunday, March 8, 2020, to watch the brothers play. Justin Ahrens led Versailles with a game-high 29 points on Wednesday. Justin Ahrens, meanwhile, is averaging 5.4 minutes per game off the Buckeyes bench. If you see comments in violation of our community guidelines, please report them. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, right, moves with the ball as Ohio State's Luther Muhammad defends during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. The Spartans won a share of the Big Ten Championship. Michigan State junior Kyle Ahrens will play against his brother, Ohio State freshman Justin Ahrens, when the No. Ahrens shot 40.4% from beyond the arc last season, third on the team behind the Wesson brothers. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, left, and Gabe Brown celebrate after beating Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Forward. 10,942 people follow this. Latest on Ohio State Buckeyes forward Justin Ahrens including complete game-by-game stats on ESPN Liddell, right, maneuvers against Michigan State's Xavier Tillman, center, as Ohio State's Kaleb Wesson, left, watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, March 8, 2020, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis), Ohio State's Duane Washington Jr., left, shoots against Michigan State's Aaron Henry (11) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, March 8, 2020, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis), Ohio State's CJ Walker (13) puts up a layup against Michigan State's Marcus Bingham Jr. (30) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, March 8, 2020, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis), Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Rocket Watts (2) gestures during the first half of a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at the Breslin Center. Michigan State's Marcus Bingham Jr., left, blocks a shot by Ohio State's Kaleb Wesson during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. All rights reserved. The town's population was 2,679 at the 2010 census, meaning nearly one-fourth of the community made the trip to East Lansing for the game. Michigan State's Kyle Ahrens, left, guards Ohio State's Andre Wesson during the first half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 8, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward E.J. "It's going to be something else," Kyle Ahrens said after a Michigan State walkthrough on Thursday. Liddell (32) looses the ball defended by Michigan State Spartans forward Xavier Tillman (23) and Michigan State Spartans forward Aaron Henry (11) during the first half of a game at the Breslin Center. Michigan State's Cassius Winston, left, hugs head coach Tom Izzo after checking out of the game during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. All rights reserved (About Us). Michigan State's Cassius Winston celebrates after beating Ohio State on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. Illinois Indiana Iowa Maryland Michigan Michigan State Minnesota Nebraska Northwestern Ohio State Penn State Purdue Rutgers Wisconsin. Michigan State's Kyle Ahrens, right, shoots as his brother Ohio State's Justin Ahrens during the second half on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing. "Our little town sold a bunch of tickets, from what I hear. by Anonymous: reply 2: 12/03/2020: Offsite Link.