DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is eager to get back on the ice after being swept last weekend in Omaha. The Bulldogs hope to change their fortunes on the road as they head to the Ralph to take on North Dakota. Both teams are in similar spots in the NCHC standings. With the Bulldogs holding off the Fighting…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Bulldog women’s squad is riding high after their dominating sweep of Bemidji State. They’ll take their 7 game unbeaten streak to St. Paul this weekend to square off with the Tommies of St. Thomas. The Bulldogs have yet to drop a game to the Tommies but they did tie in their most recent meeting back on December…
DULUTH, Minn.- After a dominating weekend sweep of Bemidji State, the UMD women’s hockey team sees no movement in the latest USCHO poll as they remain at number six. The Bulldogs would outscore the Beavers 13 to 1 on offense. Then to top it off on the defensive side, Emma Soderberg would pick up her 6th shutout on Saturday and…
DULUTH, Minn.- He’s been putting up points all season long for the UMD men’s basketball team and now he has landed on the watch list for one prestigious award. Drew Blair was named to the Bevo Francis top 100 watch list on Monday. The award is an annual honor given to the player that had the best overall season across…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team earned their seventh consecutive win, Saturday afternoon with a 5-0 victory over Bemidji State. Anneke Linser led the way with two goals. The Bulldogs defense was air tight holding the Beavers to just eight shots on goal through regulation. Next up, UMD will travel to face off with St. Thomas, next Saturday…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team opened their series with Bemidji State, Friday night at Amsoil Arena. The Bulldogs had a dominant performance over the Beavers, posting goals in each period. Seven different players found the net in the 8-1 victory. UMD will look to take the sweep, Saturday on home ice, with a 3 PM puck drop. …
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team picked up their 3rd straight win on Friday, defeating Upper Iowa 80 to 62. The Bulldogs were led by Joshua Brown, who had 17 points in the victory. Earlier in the day, the women’s squad would handle business on their floor as they took down the Peacocks 76 to 48. Brooke Olson would…
DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from Mattie Thompson of the UMD men’s basketball team. His alley oop slam would help UMD to an 80-62 win over Upper Iowa. Thompson would finish with 14 points in the victory. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- For the 3rd consecutive year, UMD goalie Emma Soderberg has been named to the WCHA watch list for the National Women’s Goalie of the Year Award. Just last year, she was a semi-finalist for the award and the previous year she made it to the top eight. Wednesday’s announcement wasn’t the only big thing to happen to the…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team started off the 2nd half of their season on the right foot as they grabbed two big wins from then 2nd ranked Wisconsin. Now, their focus shifts to the Beavers of Bemidji State. A team the Bulldogs have yet to see this season. It’s been pretty much a one sided affair in the…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team will be on the road quite a bit in the next few weekends. That starts Friday, when UMD will meet with Omaha for the second time this season. Back on November 11th and 12th, the Mavericks and Bulldogs would split with each team earning a 3 to 2 victory. Omaha took the first…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team made quite the jump in the latest WBCA coaches poll. The Bulldogs have moved up eight spots, going from number 23 to number 15. UMD made that possible after their upset win over #5 Minnesota State-Mankato over the weekend. It was also a weekend to remember for graduate forward Brooke Olson, as she…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s and women’s track and field teams are getting ready for their first conference meet this weekend in Mankato. The men’s squad enters the year picked to finish 7th after placing 8th at the NSIC indoor championships last February. The Bulldogs return a lot of depth including distance runner Nick Jacobson and thrower Colton Kostynick. As…
DULUTH, Minn.- In partnership with the Salvation Army Rookie Basketball Association, the UMD men’s and women’s teams hosted a ‘Practice with the Bulldogs’ event at Romano Gym, Monday evening. “Even though it’s just a short practice it’s an opportunity for the kids who are little to see these big kids on the court who they’ve maybe seen on TV, or…
DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend the UMD women’s hockey team swept the No. 2 ranked Wisconsin Badgers. Those wins were in part thanks to the defensive efforts of Nina Jobst-Smith and Emma Soderberg. The defensive duo were named WCHA Defensive Player and Goaltender of the week. Jobst-Smith led defensively, holding the NCAA’s highest scoring team to just one goal through…
DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend the UMD women’s hockey team earned the sweep over the highest scoring team in the NCAA, the Wisconsin Badgers. The latest USCHO polls revealed the Bulldogs have climbed two spots and now sit at No. 6 in the nation. The series sweep was the first time since 2012 UMD got back to back wins over…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team hosted Bemidji State, Saturday night for Game Two of the series. The Bulldogs tacked on goals in each period earning themselves the 5-2 win. The UMD women’s team got a big conference win over the No.2 ranked Wisconsin. Anneke Linser, Katie Davis and Gabbie Hughs scored for the Bulldogs, winning Game One 3-1….
DULUTH, Minn.- They may have played last weekend but this time it’s for real. As the UMD men’s hockey team gets set for a home and home series with Bemidji State. This will be the first and only time the Bulldogs will battle the Beavers this season. Just last year, it was all Bulldogs as they took both games 4 to…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team will return after a lengthy holiday break this weekend. They’ll get right back to it as they travel to Wisconsin to face the 2nd seeded Badgers. It won’t be the first time the teams have met on the ice. Back on October 28th and 29th, the two squads would split with UMD winning…
DULUTH, Minn.- UMD defender Ashton Bell would pick up another honor on Tuesday, being named the WCHA Defender of the Month for the month of December. Bell would post the most points per game by any defender in the WCHA in December. She averaged 1.25 points per game over four games, helping lead the Bulldogs to a 2-1-1 record last…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team once again added a conference win on Sunday, defeating MSU-Moorhead 60 to 45. Brooke Olson would lead the Bulldogs with 19 points in the victory. As for the Bulldog men’s team, they would fall for the 2nd consecutive day as the Dragons would get the best of them 72-58. Drew Blair had 19…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team ended 2022 with a win on Saturday, defeating St. Thomas 2 to 1 in a exhibition game. Dominic James and Luke Mylymok would each find the back of the net for the Bulldogs. UMD (8-10) will next play at Bemidji State on January 6th. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team would improve to 7-0 in conference play on Saturday, defeating Northern State 70 to 63. The Bulldogs were led by Ella Gilbertson, who had 14 points in the victory. As for the Bulldog men, a last second shot by Drew Blair would be no good as Northern State defeated UMD 75 to 73….
DULUTH, Minn.- Just before the new year on Sunday, the UMD men’s hockey team will hit the ice for one last time in 2022. The Bulldogs will welcome in the Tommies of St. Thomas into AMSOIL Arena on Saturday for an exhibition game. St. Thomas is new to the division one ranks and Saturday’s contest will mark the first time…
DULUTH, Minn.- For the past six years, Brent Laing has called Malosky Stadium home. Now, that chapter has ended he’s turning the page on the next steps in his football career. Laing has a long list of accomplishments checked off during his football career. He was named to the All-NSIC First team twice and earned All-American honors. Now he’s faced…
DULUTH, Minn.- Announced Friday morning, UMD Football standout Brent Laing accepted his invite to the East-West Shrine Bowl. The game not only allows Laing the opportunity to showcase his abilities in front of NFL scouts, but also helps raise money for Shriners Children, a non-profit that provides medical treatment for children with orthopedic conditions or are in need of corrective…
DULUTH, Minn.- Announced on Monday, cornerback Dayvia Gbor has been nominated for the Cliff Harris Small College Defensive Player of the Year Award. An honor that recognizes the outstanding efforts of one defensive player amongst Division II, Division III and NAIA schools. Gbor tallied 22 total tackles, with 7 interceptions and 11 broken up passes in his senior campaign for…
NORFOLK, Virginia.- A former Bulldog women’s hockey standout can now call herself an all-star. Minnesota Whitecaps forward Sydney Brodt was named to the ECHL All-Star Classic on Wednesday. Brodt is in her first season with the Whitecaps after claiming MVP honors with Linkoping in the Swedish Women’s Hockey League last year. In 10 games played, Brodt has 3 goals and…
DULUTH, Minn.- UMD will ring in the new year by doing something special for a long time communications director. Prior to the January 7th game against Bemidji State, UMD will name the hockey press box after Bob Nygaard with a special ceremony. Nygaard is one of the longest serving members in Bulldog athletic staff history. He oversaw all media and…
DULUTH, Minn.- UMD guard Drew Blair was named NSIC North Division Player of the Week on Tuesday. The redshirt senior had a career day against St. Cloud State on Sunday. 39 points on 13 of 20 shooting from the field. They’re must be something special against playing the Huskies because he previously put up 38 against SCSU just a month…
COLUMBUS, OH.- Former Bulldog Justin Richards will have a chance to be called up to the NHL this season. On Monday, the Columbus Blue Jackets converted Richards contract to a one year, two way deal. Richards has spent time with the Cleveland Monsters of the AHL this season. In 23 games played, he’s registered 17 points. Richards has one career…
DULUTH, Minn.- Both UMD basketball squads hosted St. Cloud State, Sunday at home after rescheduling due to weather. The women’s team rallied late in the final frame, finishing with a nine point advantage, posting a 55-64. Brooke Olsen led the Bulldogs with 25 points. Meanwhile, the men’s team would earn the 84-80 overtime win. Drew Blair was stellar beyond…
DULUTH, Minn.- UMD men’s basketball forward Austin Andrews was awarded NSIC North Division Player of the Week for the second time this year. The junior forward averaged 21 and a half points in UMD’s contests against Minot State and U-Mary. In Friday’s game against the Beavers, Andrews was perfect from beyond the arc. Eight of eight shooting in a 20…
DULUTH, Minn.- The latest USCHO poll came out on Monday morning. And after winning one and then tying one game with St. Thomas over the weekend. The UMD women’s hockey team is down a spot to number 8 in the country. The Bulldogs would outscore the Tommies 9 to 2 in those contests. A big reason for that, was senior…
DULUTH, Minn.- UMD fifth year offensive lineman Brent Laing earned 1st team AFCA all-american honors on Monday. The team captain would play and start in all 11 games, helping guide the Bulldogs to a top 15 finish in the nation for rushing yards. The team was also ranked first in the country for time of possession and Top 10 for…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team went to overtime for the second straight night with the No.1 nationally ranked Denver University. The Bulldogs posted a goal in each period, however the Pioneers tacked on two in the third to force the extra frame. Denver landed the go-ahead goal in overtime to complete the sweep 4-3. UMD will next host…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team was forced into double-overtime, Saturday at Amsoil Arena against St. Thomas. Mannon McMahon had the lone goal for the Bulldogs, coming in the second period. The Bulldogs will take a short holiday break and will be back in action January 7, on the road against Wisconsin. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota…
DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with head coach of the UMD women’s basketball team, Mandy Pearson. The Bulldogs are off to a 7-2 start heading into conference play. The women’s team looks to make another NCAA tournament appearance for the third consecutive year. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team blew out WCHA opponent St. Thomas, Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Ashton Bell led the scoring with two goals on the night, six other Bulldogs each had goals in the 8-1 win. The Bulldogs will finish the series, Saturday at home. Puck drop is set for 3 PM. Categories: College, Sports, University…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team would start off their contest strong against Denver on Friday, but they would ultimately fall 3 to 2. Dominic James and Ben Steeves would each have a goal for the Bulldogs in the 1st period. Denver would then score three unanswered to take the 3 to 2 victory. Both teams will meet again…
DULUTH, Minn.- When the UMD women’s hockey team gets ready for their series against St. Thomas. They’ll be much more than hockey on their minds. The Bulldogs are putting on a Hockey Hits Back Sophie’s Squad Mental Health Awareness Game on Saturday. Graduate forward Gabbie Hughes, as well as her family, and the family of Sophie Wieland’s, created Sophie’s Squad….
DULUTH, Minn.- After splitting with top ranked Ohio State over the weekend, UMD is up one spot to number seven in the latest USCHO Poll. The Bulldogs would be pretty much held in check in Friday’s 2 to 1 loss to the Buckeyes. UMD’s goal would come with just less than one minute to go into the contest. The following…
DULUTH, Minn.- The No.8 ranked UMD women’s hockey team earned a thrilling 5-4 overtime win against No.1 Ohio State at AMSOIL Arena, Saturday night. Clara Van Wieren posted two goals on the night, including the eventual game winner. The Bulldogs will be back in action, Friday at home against St. Thomas. Puck drop is set for 3 PM. Categories: College,…
DULUTH, Minn.- The No. 8 UMD women’s hockey team faced the No. 1 overall ranked Ohio State at Amsoil Arena, Friday afternoon. The Buckeyes got on the board late in the first period and again in the third period. The Bulldogs rallied late in the third scoring with an extra attacker, Kylie Hanely. UMD would fall just short 2-1 in Game…
DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play belongs to Drew Blair of the UMD men’s basketball team. Blair would hit a buzzer beater in Thursday’s contest against Minnesota Crookston. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team would drop their first game to Colorado College on Friday, falling 3 to 0. Hunter McKown would lead the Tigers with two goals in the contest. The same two teams will meet up on Saturday with puck drop at 7 PM. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- In the spirit of the season of giving, the UMD athletics diversity, equity and inclusion council has organized a clothing drive in an effort to support K-12 students within our community. The DEI council asks for warm weather gear such as: sweaters, gloves, hats, coats, etc. as we transition into the colder months. President of the DEI council,…
SEATTLE, Wash.- After placing 26th last year, the UMD women’s cross country team would take 20th this season at the NCAA National Championship. UMD was led by 6th year senior Cailee Peterson, who placed 62nd overall. Following her, was teammate Maddie Verkerke, who finished 86th. Two more Bulldogs would land in the top 150, Julia Nielsen at 112 and Morgan…
DULUTH, Minn.- Both UMD basketball squads earned NSIC wins over Minnesota Crookston at home, Thursday night. The women’s team outscored the Golden Eagles 43-16 in the first half. UMD was led by Brooke Olsen with with 21 points in the 83-58 victory. The men’s team caught fire at the end of the first half, taking the 43-35 lead before…
DULUTH, Minn.- Fresh off their thanksgiving break, the UMD women’s hockey team will return to the ice this weekend to play a team they’ve already seen this year. They just so happen to be the top ranked team in the country as well. The Bulldogs will battle the Buckeyes of Ohio State. The two squads met up back in late…
