Fred Heumann

Sports Co-Director

Lansing, MI

Fred has 39 years broadcast experience in television and radio - all in Michigan. He is an Emmy Award-winning reporter and has extensive experience ranging from:

• 1981-1982 as a sports reporter at WJIM-TV in Lansing

• 1982- 1984 as weekend sports anchor at WILX-TV

• 1984-1987 as weekend sports anchor at WJRT-TV in Flint

• 1987-1992 as sports reporter/weekend sports anchor at WJBK-TV in Detroit

• 1992 - 2000 as sports reporter at WDIV-TV in Detroit

• 2000 - 2002 as sports reporter/anchor at WXYZ-TV in Detroit

• 2003 - 2019 as sports director at WLNS-TV in Lansing

• 2020 as a freelance producer at Fox Sports Detroit

Fred has also worked for several radio stations in Michigan including WJR-AM in Detroit, WLLZ-FM in Detroit, WCSX-FM in Detroit, WVFN-AM in Lansing and 92.1 The Ticket FM Sports Radio in Lansing. He’s won over a dozen awards for best sportscast at WLNS, as selected by MAB (Michigan Association of Broadcasters) and by the Associated Press.

Fred won an Emmy Award for outstanding feature reporting at WJBK-TV in Detroit, did radio play-by-play for University of Michigan Basketball for 2 years in the mid-90's and produced, wrote & anchored over 50 hour-long sports specials during 17 years at WLNS-TV in Lansing.

Other accomplishments include being elected to the Central Michigan University Journalism Hall of Fame in 2018 and operating the scoreboard at Tiger Stadium for 7 years during the 1980's!

He’s an avid collector of sports paraphernalia and a below average golfer. Fred is married to Tammy Heumann and he has 2 children, 2 stepchildren and 11 grandchildren.

Staudt on Sports

Who will be in the finals for both the NBA and the NHL? We could find out tonight!

Staudt on Sports LIVE: MSU advances in B1G tourney and more

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:33 PM EDT

By Krystle Holleman and Fred Heumann

Who will be in the finals for both the NBA and the NHL? We could find out tonight!

Michigan State

MSU Baseball Prepares for Big Ten Tourney

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 3:07 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Michigan State’s baseball team enters Big Ten Tournament play Tuesday evening with a first round matchup against regular season champion Maryland.

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: LCC Stars off to softball Junior World Series

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 6:41 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Lansing Community College’s spring sports teams are gearing up for an exhilarating week as both the baseball and softball teams have qualified for the Junior College World Series.

News

Of Heumann Interest: MSU Baseball plays with purpose in Miracle League kickoff

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 6:54 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

This event is a special cause for the members of the MSU baseball team, who have been involved with the Miracle League since 2012.

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: Grace Lehto shines for Central Michigan softball

Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 7:10 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Former Eaton Rapids High School softball standout Grace Lehto is making waves at the college level as the ace pitcher for the Central Michigan Chippewas.

News

Of Heumann Interest: DeWitt sophomore softball player makes waves

Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 7:52 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Meet Natalie Donaldson, a sophomore at DeWitt High School, who is quickly becoming a softball sensation.

News

Hundreds gather to honor legacy of Lansing basketball legend George Fox

Updated: May. 1, 2023 at 6:22 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

A gathering of more than 600 at St. Gerard’s Catholic Church honored Coach Fox, including Earvin Johnson who flew in from Los Angeles to attend.

News

Of Heumman Interest: ‘Game of the Year’ brings joy, unity to Pewamo-Westphalia

Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 5:50 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

The one thing that makes this game unique and special is that everyone wins.

Sports

Of Heumman Interest: Adam Eaton brings big league experience to MSU baseball

Updated: Apr. 24, 2023 at 5:51 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Michigan State’s baseball team may have lost two out of three games to Michigan over the weekend, but they are enjoying their best season in several years.

Michigan State

"It'll be nice to sit here and enjoy this great weather and not have to worry about what...

Suzy Merchant adjusts to retirement, focuses on family

Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 6:10 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

“I‘m ready to just take time and be the head coach of my own team at home,” Merchant said. “That’s a team that needs me right now and I’m going to dive into that.”

Staudt on Sports

Fred Heumann is in for Tim Staudt to talk about the woes that continue to haunt Detroit’s...

Staudt on Sports LIVE: Detroit’s woes continue

Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 3:57 PM EDT

By Krystle Holleman and Fred Heumann

Fred Heumann is in for Tim Staudt to talk about the woes that continue to haunt Detroit’s sports teams

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: DeWitt swimmer overcomes odds to succeed in sport

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 5:58 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Born without three and a half fingers on his left hand, Aaron has spent 11 years in the pool, making it his “happy place.”

Sports

Spartans women’s gymnastics to face California in NCAA opening round

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 3:44 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

The Spartans will face #7 seed, California, on the University of Pittsburgh campus on Friday, March 31.

News

Staudt on Sports LIVE: Recapping the Spartans’ first round victory

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 3:29 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

We check in with Joey Ellis live from Columbus where the Spartans prevail over the Trojans.

News

Of Heumann Interest: Father, son coaches lead teams to district tournament

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 5:51 PM EST

By Fred Heumann

As the district basketball tournament enters round two Wednesday, two area coaches have teams with a good shot at making the final four in their respective divisions, and they happen to be a father and son coaching at different schools.

Sports

March 7: MHSAA Regional Semifinals Highlights

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 10:55 AM EST

By Fred Heumann

Check out the highlights from Tuesday night's Regional Semifinals in Divisions 1, 2 and 3.

Sports

Of Heumman Interest: Freshman gymnast leads Spartans

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 6:10 PM EST

By Fred Heumann

Move over Tom Izzo, Michigan State’s gymnastics team is making big waves nationally and in the Big Ten the past couple of years.

News

Of Heumann Interest: Lansing man going to 57th Super Bowl

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 6:00 PM EST

By Fred Heumann

Eaton is one of three people who will have attended all 57.

News

Of Heumann Interest: Hunting with Haslett’s former coach

Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 5:29 PM EST

By Fred Heumann

Fred Heumann has covered numerous sporting events over a career that has spanned more than four decades, but he's never covered hunting - until now.

Sports

Corunna swats Williamston out of postseason

Updated: Oct. 29, 2022 at 12:22 AM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Hornets season ends on the road.

News

Of Heumann Interest: Ann Emmerich’s family broadcasting ties

Updated: Sep. 22, 2022 at 7:30 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

It’s a remarkable era that has now spanned seven decades.

Staudt’s Rising Stars

Staudt’s Rising Stars: Liam Vandermoere

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 6:56 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

This week’s Staudt’s Rising Star is Liam Vandermoere.

Staudt’s Rising Stars

Staudt’s Rising Stars: Cash Jacob

Updated: Jul. 28, 2022 at 7:08 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

This week’s Staudt’s Rising Star is Cash Jacob from Jackson.

News

Former Detroit Lions running back Barry Sanders, a member of the NFL Hall of Fame, appears...

Lions legend Barry Sanders stops by MSU basketball practice

Updated: Jun. 29, 2022 at 9:56 AM EDT

By Fred Heumann and Krystle Holleman

What’s a summer basketball practice without a visit from a Detroit legend?

News

Michigan State University assistant basketball coach Mike Garland has announced his retirement.

MSU assistant basketball coach retires after 40 years of coaching, 22 with Spartans

Updated: Jun. 10, 2022 at 12:31 PM EDT

By WILX News 10 and Fred Heumann

He spoke with News 10′s Fred Heumann about what helped lead him to this decision.

Sports

Grand Ledge graduate, MSU runner builds on family legacy

Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 6:34 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Magness runs at least 14 miles every weekend. It’s not just her sport, it’s her passion.

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: Dwayne Stephens’ ‘unbelievable’ new gig

Updated: May. 10, 2022 at 5:55 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

The first month has been unbelievable,” Stephens told News 10.

News

Former Spartan star Adreian Payne remembered for his impact on and off the court

Updated: May. 9, 2022 at 5:20 PM EDT

By Tim Staudt and Fred Heumann

"He will long be remembered by Spartan fans for his kind heart," Tom Izzo said.

Sports

‘He hasn’t left my mind’ -- Game honors Bath High School player who died from on-field accident

Updated: Apr. 22, 2022 at 6:09 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

“Getting back out on the field this year has been a little tough.”

News

Williamston's emotional state championship win

What Williamston’s state basketball championship means for the community

Updated: Mar. 28, 2022 at 6:54 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

For coach Tom Lewis, the championship was important for a number of reasons.

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: Lansing man has been to all 55 Super Bowl games

Updated: Feb. 10, 2022 at 6:23 PM EST

By Fred Heumann

Gregory Eaton is a Lansing resident who is part of a very exclusive club.

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: DeWitt’s sibling basketball stars

Updated: Jan. 27, 2022 at 5:57 PM EST

By Fred Heumann

To say basketball is an all-in-the-family affair in the Kurncz household would be an understatement.

Sports

A player looks on during a senior hockey game at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing, MI.

Senior hockey thriving in Greater Lansing

Updated: Jan. 14, 2022 at 4:03 PM EST

By Fred Heumann

They call themselves the Lansing Merchants Hockey Association

News

East Lansing track star heads to college

Updated: Dec. 20, 2021 at 6:12 PM EST

By Fred Heumann and Dane Kelly

Comari Hawkins, a standout track star at East Lansing High School, set numerous records in her senior year with the Trojans.

Sports

MSU ranked 3rd in college football poll

Updated: Nov. 2, 2021 at 8:10 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Michigan State’s football team was ranked third in the first official College Football playoff rankings of the season Tuesday night.

Sports

Cup winning coach started in Lansing

Updated: Oct. 14, 2021 at 6:37 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

21 years and two Stanley Cups later, Cooper has emerged as one of the top coaches in the entire National Hockey League.

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: MSU wrestler competing in Norway

Of Heumann Interest: MSU wrestler in Oslo

Updated: Oct. 8, 2021 at 6:51 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

His passion for the sport led him to an eventual scholarship at Michigan State, where Peyton is now a redshirt sophomore.

Game of the Week

Game of the Week preview: Holt at East Lansing

Updated: Oct. 7, 2021 at 10:04 PM EDT

By Tim Staudt and Fred Heumann

Both teams are 4-2, and both teams are looking for redemption after lopsided losses to DeWitt several weeks back.

Sports

Remembering hockey’s Cold War

Updated: Oct. 6, 2021 at 7:51 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

It was 20 years ago when Michigan State made history by hosting the first-ever outdoor hockey game at Spartan Stadium, facing Michigan.

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: Haslett sophomore tearing it up

Updated: Sep. 15, 2021 at 6:55 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Tackling him is almost as difficult as pronouncing his name: Nakai Amachree.

Sports

MSU has chosen its starting quarterback, but Tucker’s lips are sealed

Updated: Aug. 31, 2021 at 7:53 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

The Spartans are a team with many newcomers, including running back Kenneth Walker.

Sports

Of Heumann Interest: Holt football coach honors former coach

Of Heumann Interest: The legacy of Mike Smith

Updated: Aug. 26, 2021 at 7:26 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

The home of the Rams will forever be known as Mike Smith Memorial Stadium.

Sports

Mid-Michigan golfer headed to Hall of Fame

Updated: Aug. 16, 2021 at 6:33 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Massa has been a local golf icon for more than three decades.

Sports

Of Huemann Interest: Expect big things from this young mid-Michigan golfer

Updated: Aug. 5, 2021 at 8:30 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Drew Miller is turning heads on golf courses all over the state. He’s been golfing since he was a very young boy.

Sports

MSU takes center stage on Friday’s Big Ten Media Day

Updated: Jul. 23, 2021 at 8:02 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

While this is Mel Tucker’s second year on the job at MSU, because of the COVID issues last season this was his first Big Ten Media Day.

Sports

Big Ten football media day kicks off - Fred Thursday

Harbaugh delighted to have crowds back at The Big House

Updated: Jul. 22, 2021 at 8:04 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

It’s going to be a new environment at the Big House this year.

News

Barber cutting hair for 70 years is still going strong

Updated: Jul. 16, 2021 at 6:59 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

An 86-year-old East Lansing man is the talk of his neighborhood and his workplace. He’s been working as a barber since he was 16 years old, and he is still going strong at age 86.

Sports

Munn ice arena getting a facelift

Updated: Jul. 15, 2021 at 7:30 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Munn Arena Opened in 1975 and it will soon have a brand-new look in the middle of MSU’s campus.

News

Of Heumann Interest: End of an era for Olivet

Updated: Jul. 5, 2021 at 7:59 PM EDT

By Fred Heumann

Jeff Taylor has just about seen it all in his 43 years around the sport, yet he has a ho hum, golly gee approach to his contribution to this very successful final season at Olivet.

Sports