The Michigan MAC Trophy is the annual rivalry trophy given to the best team between the three directional schools in Michigan: Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan, and Western Michigan. There are two trophies, both awarded since the 2005-06 athletic year: one for football - which Western Michigan currently owns - and one for men's basketball - which Central Michigan currently owns.
This year's race features some good storylines, especially with all three schools struggling with consistency in the MAC. To recap, here's what each school is aiming to do:
- Central Michigan is trying to win their 2nd straight basketball Michigan MAC Trophy, something that only has been accomplished by WMU in the past.