University of Minnesota - Duluth Archives - Page 19 of 61

UMD Women’s Hockey Names McMahon Captain, Jobst-Smith & Van Wieren Alternate Captains

McMahon set a career mark last year, posting 10 goals and 19 assists.

May 12, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team named their captains for the upcoming season. Repping the “C” patch will be 5th year senior Mannon McMahon. McMahon set a career mark last year, posting 10 goals and 19 assists. Joining her as the alternate captains will be seniors Nina Jobst-Smith and Clara Van Wieren. It was also a year to remember…

UMD Softball Sees Season Come to End in NCAA Central Regions

The Bulldogs finish the year with an overall record of 40-13.

May 12, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

JOPLIN, Missouri- The UMD softball team was unable to hold off elimination on Friday at the NCAA Tournament, as they fell 4 to 3 to Rogers State. The Bulldogs were led by Elle Potts, who went two for three with one run batted in. UMD faced a bases-loaded jam in the bottom of the 7th and they were unable to…

UMD Football’s Carmickle & Ojile Take Part in Vikings Rookie Camp

Carmickle and Ojile are part of a group of 42 total players that are scheduled to compete throughout the weekend.

May 12, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- UMD wide receiver Armani Carmickle and Tight End Zach Ojile took part in Day 1 of the Minnesota Vikings rookie camp on Friday. Carmickle would don the number 12 and Ojile would rep number 31 as the duo went through multiple drills. Carmickle is coming off a record breaking year as he became the 6th Bulldog in program…

Missouri Southern Walks-Off Against UMD Softball in NCAA Central Region Opener

UMD will next play Southern Arkansas in an elimination game on Friday. First pitch is at 5 PM.

May 11, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

JOPLIN, Missouri- The UMD softball team would battle with Missouri Southern until the very end on Thursday, ultimately falling to the Lions 3 to 2 in the NCAA Central Region opener. Kiana Bender would tie the game up at two in the 5th with a solo home run. The score would stay tied at two until the bottom of the…

UMD Women’s Hockey Releases 2023-2024 Schedule, Stewart Enters Transfer Portal

The Bulldogs will open the year at home on October 6th against Long Island University.

May 11, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team released their schedule on Wednesday. The Bulldogs will open the year at home on October 6th against Long Island University. Then the following weekend, they’ll welcome in Ohio State. Their matchup against the NCAA title runner ups will mark their first WCHA conference series. In the 34 games scheduled, 16 are against programs…

UMD’s Armani Carmickle Invited to Vikings Rookie Camp

Carmickle will be participating alongside teammate Zach Ojile this weekend at Vikings rookie camp.

May 10, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Almost two weeks ago UMD offensive lineman Brent Laing and Tight End Zach Ojile earned opportunites at the next level in the NFL. Now, their teammate wide receiver Armani Carmickle will be joining them. Carmickle will be participating alongside Ojile this weekend at Vikings rookie camp. The wideout is coming off a season in which he landed on…

Bulldogs Softball Begins Postseason Pursuit as No. 7 Seed in NCAA Regional Tournament

Bulldogs softball becomes the fifth team this year to represent in the NCAA Tournament.

May 8, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend, the UMD softball team nabbed their fifth NSIC tournament championship, the first in over 20 years. That win gave the Bulldogs the automatic bid into the NCAA Central Regional Tournament. The Bulldogs postseason pursuit is just days away and early Monday morning the playoff stage was set. This trip to the Regional Tournament marks…

UMD Softball NSIC Tournament Champs for First Time in Two Decades

Zavoral led the way at the plate going 4-4, with a double, RBI and 2 runs scored. Junior pitcher Lauren Dixon, held it down in the circle giving up no runs on 4 hits, fanning 5 batters.

May 6, 2023

Cam Derr,

ROCHESTER, Minn.- The UMD softball team has been a dominant force throughout the NSIC Tournament. On Saturday afternoon, the Bulldogs capped it off with a 9-0 victory over Augustana to be crowned Conference Champions for the first time since 2002. The Bulldogs broke open the scoring in the top of the first when Sidney Zavoral rocked an RBI double, followed…

UMD Baseball Forces Rubber Match with UMary in Last Series of Season

The series finale will start at noon on Saturday.

May 5, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

BISMARCK, ND.- The UMD baseball team will be wrapping up their season this weekend in Bismarck. The Bulldogs played two against the Marauders on Friday and would end up splitting. In game one, UMD would see a 5 to 1 lead slip away as UMary rallied for the 6 to 5 victory. Following that game, the Bulldogs would erupt for…

UMD Softball Shuts Out Augustana to Secure Spot in NSIC Tournament Title Game

The Bulldogs advance to the title game on Saturday and will either play St. Cloud State or Augustana. First pitch is at noon.

May 5, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

ROCHESTER, Minn.- The UMD softball team earned redemption on Friday, shutting out Augustana 4-0 at the NSIC tournament. The Vikings would previously defeat the Bulldogs on the final day of the regular season to secure the regular season title. UMD was led by Lauren Dixon, who pitched 7 shutout innings and only allowed one hit. Offensively, Corrie Weise had three…

Former Bulldogs Samberg & Perunovich Named to U.S. National Team

The Hermantown and Hibbing native will compete in the 2023 IIHF Men's World Championship from May 12th to May 28th in Finland and Latvia.

May 4, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of former Bulldogs will don the red, white, and blue in the coming weeks. Both Dylan Samberg and Scott Perunovich were named to the U.S. National Team this afternoon. The Hermantown and Hibbing native will compete in the 2023 IIHF Men’s World Championship from May 12th to May 28th in Finland and Latvia. The two defenseman…

Dixon Becomes All-Time Strikeout Leader, UMD Shuts Out Minot State at NSIC Tourney

The Bulldogs were led by Lauren Dixon, who tossed seven shutout innings and nine strikeouts.

May 3, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

ROCHESTER, Minn.- The UMD softball team is on to the next round of the NSIC tournament after shutting out Minot State 2-0 on Wednesday. The Bulldogs were led by Lauren Dixon, who tossed seven shutout innings and nine strikeouts. Dixon would also become the all-time strikeout leader at UMD in the contest. UMD will next play Winona State at noon…

Lahti & McDonald Commit to UMD Men’s Basketball Team

Lahti is 2nd all-time in scoring at Northwestern. McDonald is 1st at Hibbing.

May 3, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of local products will be suiting up for UMD next season. On Monday, Northwestern guard Cole Lahti announced his commitment to the Bulldogs. Lahti averaged 22 points per game last season for the Tigers. He finished 2nd on the all-time school scoring list and set the single season scoring record. Joining Lahti is former Hibbing standout…

Puder’s Two-Run Shot Helps UMD Walk-Off Against Crookston to Split in Home Finale

UMD (18-26) will close out the regular season this weekend at UMary in Bismarck.

May 2, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It took ten innings, but ultimately UMD was able to walk-off and defeat Minnesota Crookston 10 to 8 in game one of a doubleheader on Tuesday. Jack Puder would send a two-run shot that went over the center field wall in the bottom of the 10th. Following game one, Crookson would battle back to take a 6 to…

UMD Softball Preps for NSIC Tournament, Dixon Named NSIC Pitcher of the Year

The Bulldogs will either play Concordia-St. Paul, Sioux Falls, or Minot State on Wednesday at 2 PM.

May 2, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team is making their final preparations before the NSIC tournament begins on Wednesday. UMD doesn’t know who their opponent will be just yet as play-in games are supposed to happen in the morning. The Bulldogs will either play Concordia-St. Paul, Sioux Falls, or Minot State. Whoever is the highest seed remaining of those teams will…

UMD Football’s Brent Laing Signs with Jets, Zach Ojile Accepts Vikings Mini Camp Invite

O-lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted free-agent with the New York Jets. While, tight end Zach Ojile will get the chance to showcase his talents in the Vikings Rookie Mini Camp held later this week.

May 1, 2023

Cam Derr,

ULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend two of the Bulldogs brightest stars answered the phone call of a lifetime, accepting offers to continue their career in the NFL. O-lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted free-agent with the New York Jets. While, tight end Zach Ojile will get the chance to showcase his talents in the Vikings Rookie Mini…

Bulldogs Softball Falls in Battle for NSIC Regular Season Title

Next up, UMD will set their sights on the NSIC Tournament, set to begin Wednesday, May 3 in Rochester, Minnesota.

April 30, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team fell in a pair of games to Augustana on Sunday afternoon in a battle for their first NSIC regular season title since 2013. In Game One, the Vikings scored in every inning, knocking three home runs to win it 17-4 in five innings. Senior catcher Sidney Zavoral accounted for two of the four Bulldogs…

UMD Football’s Ojile and Laing Get Called to the League

Laing becomes the first Bulldog to sign with an NFL team since 2014.

April 29, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- On the final day of the 2023 NFL Draft, UMD’s Zach Ojile and Brent Laing get called to the league. Ojile received and accepted an invite to the Minnesota Vikings Rookie Mini Camp. He played in 40 games for the Bulldogs with 702 receiving yards and 24 total touchdowns. Meanwhile, lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted…

UMD Baseball’s Rally Falls Short Settling for Split

UMD will finish the series with St. Cloud, Sunday at noon from Wade Stadium.

April 29, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD baseball team settled for the split with St. Cloud State, Saturday afternoon, winning Game One 7-6, but falling in Game Two 14-9. The Bulldogs were down five in the fifth, but Alex Wattermann knocks a grand slam to bring UMD within one. However, the Huskies would string together a five run fifth inning and hold UMD…

UMD Softball’s Explosive Offense Earns Bulldogs the Sweep

The Bulldogs will look to earn their first NSIC regular season title since 2013 on Sunday, in a championship match up with Augustana. Game One is set for noon at Malosky Stadium.

April 29, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team picked up a pair of mercy rule victories (10-0, 8-0), Saturday afternoon at home, over Wayne State. Junior Kat Burkhardt led the way offensively going 3-5 on the day, with two home runs. While, junior pitcher Lauren Dixon, picked up her 22nd win on the season, giving up no runs on two hits, striking…

Exclusive Interview with UMD Football Standout Brent Laing

Fox 21's Cam Derr walked through Laing's journey to Draft Day in an exclusive interview with the former Bulldog..

April 28, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the past six years Brent Laing called Malosky Stadium home. While Laing may have turned in his Bulldogs jersey, he’s not hanging up his cleats just yet. The UMD standout will, no doubt, be anxiously awaiting the phone call of a lifetime, with an opportunity to live out, what he thought, was a childhood dream. Now, Laing…

BMSE Community Day Free Kids Camp Returns for Second Year

The camp is this upcoming Wednesday, May 3. It is scheduled from 4-6 PM at Malosky Stadium. No registration necessary.

April 28, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Next week, mark your calendars, the annual Community Day Free Kids Camp presented by the Black Men Serving Excellence group returns for its second year. Next Wednesday, May 3, all kids across the Northland are welcome to participate in outdoor games and activities at Malosky Stadium. There will be fun friendly competition, group games, personalized paint-your-own t-shirts and…

UMD Softball Prepares to Host Regular Season Finale

The Bulldogs will first take on Wayne State, Saturday at 1 and 3 PM, before getting a go at Augustana, Sunday at 12 and 2 from Malosky Stadium.

April 27, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Coming up this weekend the UMD Softball team will host their regular season finale with a pair of NSIC double headers. The Bulldogs sit tied with Augustana for first in the conference. The weekend ahead will determine who wins the NSIC regular season. No pressure right? Well, for the Bulldogs every game is treated like a play off…

Trio of Bulldogs Hope to Hear Name Called at NFL Draft This Weekend

Offensive lineman Brent Laing, Wide Receiver Armani Carmickle, and Tight End Zach Ojile all could potentially hear their name called.

April 26, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Three former UMD football standouts will be anxiously waiting next to their phones this weekend as the NFL draft takes place in Kansas City, Missouri. Offensive lineman Brent Laing, Wide Receiver Armani Carmickle, and Tight End Zach Ojile all could potentially hear their name called. The trio just partcipated in Minnesota’s pro day a few weeks ago and…

Joshua Strong Departs UMD Men’s Basketball Program to Pursue Law Degree

Strong would start in 14 games for the Bulldogs last year and tally 237 points.

April 26, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball will have a key contributor from a year ago departing the program. Guard Joshua Strong made an announcement via his own personal twitter page that he is heading to Howard University to pursue a law degree. Strong would start in 14 games for the Bulldogs last year and tally 237 points. He is the…

UMD Softball Continues Unbeaten Streak at Home with Sweep of Crookston

UMD (34-9) will next host Wayne State in a doubleheader on Saturday. First pitch of game one is set for 1 PM.

April 26, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team improved to 6-0 at home on Tuesday, taking two games from Minnesota Crookston. In game one, UMD would rally from being down 4-1 in the bottom of 6th to eventually win the contest 6-4. In game two, it was all Bulldogs as they picked up the shut out 6-0. UMD (34-9) will next host…

Middleton & Blair to Return for UMD Men’s Hoops in 2023-2024

The duo has combined for 2,931 points as well as 425 made threes from beyond the arc.

April 24, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team will return two seniors from a year ago. Guards Drew Blair and Jack Middleton both have elected to use their extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The duo has combined for 2,931 points as well as 425 made threes from beyond the arc. They’ve also seen…

UMD Softball Walk-Up-Song Sing-A-Long

Hear the UMD softball team sing their walk-up songs.

April 21, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team shares their walk-up songs through a sing-a-long! Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD Football Back in Action for Annual Spring Game

The Bulldogs open their season in just four short months, at home against Northern Michigan.

April 21, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team held their annual spring football game Friday evening at Malosky Stadium. Team Maroon would be the only team to break into the end zone, besting team White 14-0. “I mean D-line Dogs. Linebackers, Dogs. We have some Dogs at safety and corner too so, it’s going to be a force to be reckoned with…

UMD Volleyball Releases Schedule for 2023 Season

It all starts on September 1st when the Bulldogs will take part in the Ferris State Invitational. Their first matchup will be against Adelphi.

April 20, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD has revealed their schedule for the 2023 season. It all starts on September 1st when the Bulldogs will take part in the Ferris State Invitational. Their first matchup will be against Adelphi. They’ll also face the host and Wayne State of Michigan that weekend. The following week will be their home opener. As part of the Up…

Duluth Native & Former Bulldog Dominic Toninato Re-Signs with Winnipeg Jets

The Duluth East grad played five games for the Jets this season and recorded one assist.

April 20, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

WINNIPEG, Manitoba.- A former Bulldog re-upped with his NHL team on Wednesday. Duluth native Dominic Toninato has signed a two-year, two-way extension with the Winnipeg Jets. The Duluth East grad played five games for the Jets this season and recorded one assist. Most of his game action came in the AHL with the Manitoba Moose. In 50 games, he would have…

Former Bemidji State Forward Reece Hunt Joins UMD as Graduate Transfer

Hunt is coming off a year in which she led the Beavers with a team-high 12 points.

April 20, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team announced Thursday that Reece Hunt, a graduate forward from Bemidji State has joined the team for the upcoming season. Hunt is coming off a year in which she led the Beavers with a team-high 12 points. Her six goals landed her at 2nd on the team in scoring. In her four years at…

UMD Men’s Hockey Reveals Schedule for 2023-2024 Season

UMD will drop the puck against Michigan Tech on October 7th for a single game to open the season.

April 18, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team revealed their schedule for the 2023-2024 season on Tuesday. They’ll drop the puck against Michigan Tech on October 7th for a single game to open the season. The following weekend they will have their first full series when they welcome Northern Michigan to town. One other notable includes a home and home series…

Bulldog Women’s Hockey Seniors McMahon & Stewart to Return for 5th Year

The duo has plenty of experience which includes two NCAA Frozen Four appearances during their tenure.

April 18, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team received a boost from two key returners on Tuesday. Mannon McMahon and Taylor Stewart both have accepted their additional year of eligibility that was granted by the NCAA due to the Covid-19 pandemic. McMahon is coming off a career year in which she had 11 goals and 18 assists, both were career-highs. Same…

UMD Graduate Forward Gabbie Hughes Grabs Gold at Women’s Worlds

In national play, the Lino Lakes native would tally one goal and one assist.

April 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

BRAMPTON, Ontario.- UMD graduate forward Gabbie Hughes has captured gold with the US Women’s National Team. Hughes and Team USA would defeat Canada 6 to 3 in the IIHF Women’s World Championship on Sunday. In national play, the Lino Lakes native would tally one goal and one assist. Hughes was one of four Bulldogs to medal at the tournament. In…

Bulldogs Softball Goes Undefeated in Home Opener Weekend

Next up, UMD is scheduled to host a doubleheader with MSU Moorhead Wednesday at Malosky. First pitch is set for noon.

April 15, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team finally hosted a pair of home double headers this weekend. The Bulldogs went 4-0 in their home opener weekend against Winona State and Upper Iowa. UMD shutout Upper Iowa in Game One 9-0 in five innings. Elle Potts led the way offensively going 2-3 with a double and a homerun with 4 RBIs. While,…

Coaches Corner: Bob Rients

UMD is off to a 12-20 start this season.

April 14, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this weeks’ Coaches Corner, we talk with the head coach of the UMD baseball team, Bob Rients. UMD is off to a 12-20 start this season. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Top Play of the Week: 4/14

This week's top play belongs to UMD softball player Julia Gronholz.

April 14, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play belongs to UMD softball player Julia Gronholz. Her stellar catch helped the Bulldogs in a doubleheader sweep against Winona State on Friday. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD Softball Knocks Off Winona State in Home-Opening Doubleheader

The Bulldogs (27-8) will next be in action on Saturday when they take on Upper Iowa in a doubleheader. First pitch of game one is set for noon.

April 14, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team improved to 27-8 on the season on Friday after sweeping Winona State at home. In game one, UMD erupted for ten runs to take down the Warriors 10 to nothing. Nicole Schmitt would hit a grand slam to in the 1st inning to help lead UMD. Then in game two, it would take extras…

Concordia-St. Paul Takes Two from UMD Baseball in NSIC Doubleheader

UMD (12-20) will next be in action on April 19th when they host Bemidji State in a doubleheader. First pitch of game one is set for 1:30 PM.

April 13, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD baseball team held their first two games in Duluth on Thursday. Ultimately, it would go the road team’s way both games as Concordia-St. Paul took down UMD. In game one, the Bulldogs would hold a 7-0 lead through four innings. After that though it was all Golden Bears as they score 11 unanswered for the 11…

Former Bulldog Nick Swaney to Make NHL Debut with Minnesota Wild

Swaney will be the 17th former Bulldog to play in a NHL game this season.

April 13, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Former UMD right winger Nick Swaney received the call of a lifetime on Wednesday as the Minnesota Wild called him up from the AHL. Swaney will be in uniform and make his debut Thursday when the Wild play at the Predators. So far this season, he has tallied 28 points for the Iowa Wild. Swaney will be…

UMD’s Lauren Dixon Named NSIC Pitcher of the Week for 2nd Straight Week

It's the 5th time this season a Bulldog has either won the NSIC Player of the Week or NSIC Pitcher of the Week.

April 11, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- What a eventful two weeks it has been for UMD junior pitcher Lauren Dixon. Just last Tuesday, she was the first ever UMD pitcher to be named D2 NFCA Pitcher of the Week. That same day she was named NSIC Pitcher of the Week. Fast forward to Tuesday, and Dixon has done it again. She is the NSIC…

UMD Men’s Hockey Adds Bast & McMenamin Via Transfer Portal

Bast played for North Dakota the last seasons. Meanwhile, McMenamin is coming in as a senior from Penn State.

April 11, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has added two members to their roster for the upcoming season. They come via the transfer portal and have seen plenty of action over the past few seasons. First up is senior wing Connor McMenamin, who comes from Penn State. McMenamin served as the alternate captain for the Nittany Lions the past two…

Brooke Olson Named Finalist for D2 Honda Athlete of the Year for Basketball

Olson is coming off a season in which she led the Bulldogs to their first-ever appearance in an NCAA title game.

April 10, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another prestigious honor for UMD graduate forward Brooke Olson. Olson was named a finalist for the D2 Honda Athlete of the Year award for basketball on Monday. She is coming off a season in which she led the Bulldogs to their first-ever appearance in an NCAA title game. Olson averaged an impressive 28.5 points per game and 19.6…

Bulldogs Football Mic’d Up

A special mic'd up segment with junior tight-end, Sam Pitz.

April 7, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD Football team is back on the field for spring ball. We’ll take you inside the Bulldogs practice with a special mic’d up segment with junior tight-end, Sam Pitz. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Gabbie Hughes Wins 2023 Hockey Humanitarian Award

Hughes is the first-ever Bulldog to win the humanitarian award.

April 7, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a day to remember for UMD graduate forward Gabbie Hughes on Friday. Hughes won the 2023 Hockey Humanitarian Award for her involvement with Sophie’s Squad. Sophie’s Squad is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the mental health of athletes from the youth level to college. Just this past season, the Bulldogs hosted a hockey hits back…

UMD Football Releases Regular Season Schedule for 2023 Season

The Bulldogs will open up the year with an opponent they haven't seen since 1998.

April 6, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football released their schedule for the upcoming 2023 season on Thursday. The Bulldogs will open up the year with an opponent they haven’t seen since 1998. It’ll be Northern Michigan and UMD at Malosky Stadium on August 31st to kick off the season. That game will also be the first non-conference game the Bulldogs have played in…

Gabbie Hughes Makes U.S. National Team for 2023 Women’s World Championship

Hughes finished her college career fifth all-time at UMD in scoring with 214 points.

April 4, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Gabbie Hughes may have finished up her Bulldog career just a few weeks ago. But, she will hit the ice once again this week donning the red, white, and blue for Team USA at the Women’s World Championship. Hughes is one of 25 players selected to represent Team USA. This will also be her IIHF debut as she…

Bulldogs Fans Show Pride for UMD Women’s Basketball Team from Duluth

Fox 21's Cam Derr spoke with fans at Tavern on the Hill and 310 Pub, showing their support for the UMD women's basketball team.

April 1, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- If you couldn’t make it down to Dallas for the NCAA DII National Championship, no worries, there were plenty of places to catch the game all around the city, where there was no shortage of Bulldogs. Fox 21’s Cam Derr spoke with fans at Tavern on the Hill and 310 Pub, showing their support for the UMD women’s…

UMD’s Memorable Season Comes to a Close in First-Ever National Title Game

UMD finishes the year with a program best 32-4 record.

April 1, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DALLAS, Texas.- Saturday was the day that the UMD women’s basketball team competed in their first-ever Division II National Championship game. The Bulldogs would come into the matchup with a 32-3 record while their opponent, Ashland was a perfect 36-0. UMD would have some high points in the 1st, including an Ella Gilbertson drive- by lay in that gave them…