University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Rallies Past Parkside for Home-Opening Win

After trailing by eight at the half, UMD would outscore Parkside 44 to 31 in the 2nd half.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team come from behind against Parkside on Wednesday, defeating the Rangers 68 to 63. After trailing by eight at the half, UMD would outscore Parkside 44 to 31 in the 2nd half. The Bulldogs were led by Brooke Olson who had 23 points in the victory. UMD (2-1) will next play at St. Cloud…

Crowell Set for Reunion as #7 Bulldogs Welcome in Harvard

Game 1 is set for Friday at 6:07 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The 7th ranked UMD women’s hockey team is starting to build momentum after picking up the weekend sweep over St. Cloud State. Now this week it’s all about the Harvard Crimson as the Bulldogs will go back into non-conference play. It’s a reunion of sorts for Bulldog head coach Maura Crowell as she spent time with Harvard from…

UMD Men’s Hockey Looks to End Road Woes at Western Michigan

UMD has struggled on the road as they only have a 1-3 record.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Bulldog men’s hockey team will hit the road this upcoming weekend to face Western Michigan. UMD is coming off a weekend in which they would split with Omaha at home. All-time the Bulldogs have gotten the best of the Broncos as they boast a 26-14-3 record against them. But this season, UMD has struggled on the road…

After Three Year Hiatus, UMD Volleyball Clinches Spot in NCAA Tournament

Friday's game will mark the 23rd time in program history that the Bulldogs have made it to the NCAA tournament and their first since 2019.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team officially made the NCAA tournament on Sunday night. The Bulldogs landed at number three in the Central Region and will match up with 6th seeded Washburn in the 1st round of the tourney on Friday. Friday’s game will mark the 23rd time in program history that the Bulldogs have made it to the NCAA…

Austin Andrews Named NSIC North Division Player of the Week

Andrews would post a double-double in each of UMD's wins this weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- He’s done it five times previously in his career and now make it six as UMD forward Austin Andrews was named NSIC North Player of the Week. Andrews would post a double-double in each of UMD’s wins this weekend. He had 19 and 10 against Southern Arkansas and then followed that up with 11 and 10 against Nebraska…

UMD Women’s Hockey Stays at #7 in Latest USCHO Poll, Flaherty Earns WCHA Defender of the Week Honors

In other Bulldog news, Maggie Flaherty was named WCHA defender of the week for the 2nd time this season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team would stay put at number seven in the country after a weekend sweep of St. Cloud State this past weekend. The Bulldogs will now shift their focus to Harvard for a non-conference two game series at home. In other Bulldog news, Maggie Flaherty was named WCHA defender of the week for the 2nd…

UMD Men’s Hockey Unranked for First Time Since 2015-2016 Season

The Bulldogs will hit the road for a two game series at Western Michigan this upcoming weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- For the first time since the 2015 and 2016 season, which marked 154 consecutive appearances of making the top 20. The UMD men’s hockey team is now unranked. The Bulldogs did receive 14 votes but it wouldn’t be enough after they split their two game series with Omaha over the weekend. UMD’s streak of 154 consecutive apperances was…

UMD Men’s Basketball Tips-off Season with a Win

The tournament continues into Saturday. UMD will face University of Nebraska Kearney at 3 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team opened their season Friday hosting the American Family Insurance Classic, facing Southern Arkansas. The Bulldogs shot 41.7 percent from three-point range and 56.5 FG, getting the 93-74 victory. The tournament continues into Saturday. UMD will face University of Nebraska Kearney at 3 PM. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota –…

Two Late 3rd Period Goals Help Omaha Rally Past #20 UMD Men’s Hockey

Same two teams on Saturday with puck drop at 6:07 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team would drop their first game of a two game series against Omaha on Friday, 3-2. The Bulldogs were led offensively by Jessie Jacques and Tanner Laderoute. Same two teams on Saturday with puck drop at 6:07 PM. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Heading Into Final Regular Season Game, UMD Football Still Pushing for Playoffs

The Bulldogs must get the victory over Northern State and then potentially get some help from Mankato and MSU-Moorhead.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football is gearing up for their final regular season game this Saturday. And it’s a crucial one, as the Bulldogs still have a chance at clinching a spot in the postseason. UMD is currently ninth in the region and will need to crack the top seven to get in. The Bulldogs must get the victory over Northern…

Northern Star: Isaiah Watts

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DULUTH, Minn.- As if being a student-athlete wasn’t enough already, try adding entrepreneur to the list. UMD men’s basketball’s Isaiah Watts does that and then some. “I got a bottle of shoe cleaner, started cleaning shoes and just got better at it. I started offering to do it for free for my friends and as I got better and better…

UMD Women’s Hoops Picks Up Exhibition Win Over Bethel

UMD will next host Parkside on November 16th.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team played in front of their hometown fans on Wednesday, defeating Bethel 72 to 45 in a exhibition game. The Bulldogs were led by Madelyn Granica, who had 11 points in the victory. UMD will next host Parkside on November 16th. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

#7 UMD Women’s Hockey Aims to Snap Three Game Skid in St. Cloud

Puck drop of game one is set for 6 PM on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The tough stretch of the UMD women’s hockey schedule is officially over. As the Bulldogs dropped two games to top ranked Minnesota over the weekend. Now, UMD shifts their focus to St. Cloud State, a team they haven’t dropped a game to in their last ten meetings. However, the Huskies are coming off a big win in which…

#20 UMD Men’s Hockey Returns Home to Face Omaha

Friday's game will take place at 7:07 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team returns home to AMSOIL this weekend to face Omaha after splitting their first NCHC series of the season with Colorado College. Friday’s game was a game to forget as the Bulldogs were shutout five to nothing. Then on Saturday, UMD would bounce back to even up the series with a 3 to 1…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Hockey Fall in Latest USCHO Polls

The Bulldog men will host Omaha this weekend. The Bulldog women hit the road to face St. Cloud State.

DULUTH, Minn.- After suffering some tough losses over the weekend, both the UMD men’s and women’s hockey teams have dropped a few spots in the latest USCHO polls. After splitting with Colorado College, the Bulldog men are down one to number 20. They return home this weekend to face Omaha. As for the women, they fall two spots to number…

#5 UMD Women’s Hockey to Face Another Top 5 Opponent in #1 Minnesota

It's the second time this season UMD has faced the top ranked team in the country.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team will play a top five opponent for the 3rd consecutive weekend. This time it’s top ranked Minnesota, who UMD spilt the season series with a year ago at 3-3. The Bulldogs would get the last laugh last season when they topped the Gophers at Ridder in the NCAA regional. Head Coach Maura Crowell…

#19 UMD Men’s Hockey Begins NCHC Play Friday at Colorado College

Puck drop is set for 8:30 pm on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The 19th ranked UMD men’s hockey team coming off two straight wins, will hit the road this upcoming weekend to begin NCHC play at Colorado College. UMD has had some success out in Colorado Springs, posting an overall record of 14-7-3. But this time around they’ll be looking to win their first road game of the season. Head…

UMD Men’s Hoops Tops UW-Superior 102-64 in Exhibition Game

UMD will next play at Drake on Thursday in another exhibition contest.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team opened up their exhibition slate on Tuesday, defeating UW-Superior 102 to 64. Drew Blair led the Bulldogs with 27 points in the contest. UMD will next play at Drake on Thursday in another exhibition contest. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD Football Keeping Postseason Hopes Alive Heading Into Final Two Games

Kickoff is set for 1 PM in Sioux Falls on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football will hit the road for their 2nd to last regular season game this weekend at Augustana. The Bulldogs still have a chance to make the postseason. But they will need to handle business themselves first in order to make that happen. The same can be said for their opponent, as Augustana is in a logjam towards…

No Movement for UMD Men’s & Women’s Hockey in Latest USCHO Polls

Both teams will be on the road this upcoming weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- After picking up two crucial wins against Cornell, the UMD men’s hockey team will stay at number 19 in the country in the latest USCHO poll. In other Bulldog men’s news, Wyatt Kaiser was named NCHC defenseman of the week. They begin NCHC play this weekend at Colorado College. As for the women’s team, they split a weekend…

No. 3 Wisconsin Women’s Hockey Forces Split with No. 5 UMD

UMD takes on Minnesota in a two game series, starting next Friday. Puck drop is set for 6 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team pulled out the overtime win Friday night over Wisconsin. Game Two, took place Saturday at Amsoil Arena. Both teams went back and forth through the first two periods, however the Badgers found a rhythm scoring two more to finish the game. Wisconsin forces the split winning 4-3. UMD takes on Minnesota in a…

UMD Football Dominates on Senior Day

The Bulldogs take the field next Saturday against Augustana, kick off is set for 1 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team closed out their home schedule, Saturday against Minot State. The Bulldogs’ offense found the end zone seven times, while the defense allowed just one touchdown by the Beavers. Senior wide receiver Armani Carmickle earned his 2000th career receiving yards with a touchdown in the second half. UMD will hit the road for their final…

No. 5 UMD Women’s Hockey Tops No. 3 Wisconsin in Overtime

The Badgers and Bulldogs will go head to head in Game Two of the series, Saturday at 3 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- After falling to the No.1 nationally ranked Ohio State last weekend, the UMD women’s hockey team returned to Amsoil for another top five face-off with No. 3 Wisconsin, Friday Night. The Badgers scored late in the first period, holding the lead until the final period. Gabbie Hughes tied things up early into the third period, forcing overtime. The…

Daschke’s Late Goal Helps #19 UMD Snap Skid Against #20 Cornell 3 to 2

UMD (3-4) will once again face Cornell on Saturday. Puck drop is at 7:07 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- It would come down to the final minutes of the 3rd period, but finally UMD was able to get back in the win column on Friday defeating Cornell 3 to 2. Derek Daschke would light the lamp with just a minute and twenty one seconds to go. UMD (3-4) will once again face Cornell on Saturday. Puck drop…

UMD Women’s Hoops Wants More After Successful 2021-2022 Season

UMD's first game is November 5th in Kansas City.

DULUTH, Minn.- Coming off a season in which they won the NSIC conference tournament and secured a berth in the National tournament. UMD women’s basketball is ready to make a run at it again this season. The Bulldogs return senior forward Brooke Olson as well as senior guard Maesyn Thiesen. Both are suiting up for their 5th year at UMD….

UMD Men’s Basketball Focused on the Journey Ahead, Not the Past

The Bulldogs we'll have a few exhibition games before their first contest at home against Southern Arkansas on November 11th.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball squad had nearly an identical season as the women’s team in 2021-2022. They posted a 25-6 record, that included a perfect 15-0 record at home. The Bulldogs wouldn’t capture the NSIC tournament title but they did clinch a spot in the national tournament. Eventually falling to Washburn Unversity in the first round. Head Coach…

Another Week, Another Top 3 Opponent for #5 UMD Women’s Hockey

Hughes and the Bulldogs hit the ice Friday at 3 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- Coming off a tough two game series in Columbus against top ranked Ohio State, UMD women’s hockey returns home Friday to face another top 5 team in Wisconsin. And the story of this series has to be defense. Both the Bulldogs and Badgers have the best defenses in the WCHA. Wisconsin is 1st with a 0.90 goals against…

#20 Cornell & #19 UMD Men’s Hockey to Meet for 1st Time in Almost 17 Years

UMD and Cornell last played on December 28th, 2005.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team will be once again looking to bounce back after dropping their fourth straight game last weekend against Wisconsin. A streak they haven’t had since 2015. Even more of a longer streak is the last time they played their upcoming opponent. You have to look all the way back to 2005 when UMD last…

#4 UMD Volleyball Tops #7 SCSU in Five Set Thriller

Cianna Selbitschka led the Bulldogs with 23 kills in the victory.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team and St. Cloud State would once again go to five sets on Tuesday. And it once again would go the Bulldogs way 3 to 2. Cianna Selbitschka led the Bulldogs with 23 kills in the victory. Madison Gordon would pitch in with 49 assists. UMD (22-2) will next play at Northern State on Friday….

UMD Football Gears Up for Potential Final Home Game Against Minot State

Kickoff is at noon on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football will have their final home game of the regular season on Saturday as they take on Minot State at Malosky Stadium. The Bulldogs will once again be looking to bounce back after they suffered their 3rd loss of the year at Bemidji this past weekend. Saturday’s game could also signal the final home game ever for…

UMD Women’s Hockey Remains in Top 5, Men’s Team Falls to #19 in USCHO Poll

Both teams will be at home this weekend with the men playing Cornell and the women playing Wisconsin.

DULUTH, Minn.- The latest USCHO polls came out on Monday. And after a winless weekend for both the UMD men’s and women’s hockey teams, both squads have fallen in the polls. The men’s team the farthest as they are down nine spots to number 19. The Bulldogs will once again look to turn things around as they welcome in Cornell…

UMD Women’s Soccer Keeps on Hot Streak

The Bulldogs will close out the regular season hosting St. Cloud State, Thursday, set for a 6:00 PM start time. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s soccer team has earned 3 straight wins on their way to closing out the regular season. Sunday afternoon marked the Bulldogs second to last regular season game, against Northern State at Malosky Stadium. UMD put up 14 shots on goal and landed one at the 75-minute mark, when Anna Tobias hit the back of the…

Wisconsin Men’s Hockey Earns Sweep over No. 10 UMD

UMD will look to bounce back when they host Cornell next Friday at Amsoil Arena. Puck drop is set for 7 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team hosted Game Two of the series, Saturday night with Wisconsin. The Badgers scored one in each period, shutting out the Bulldogs 3-0. UMD will look to bounce back when they host Cornell next Friday at Amsoil Arena. Puck drop is set for 7 PM. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Wisconsin Scores Three Unanswered Goals as #10 UMD Drops 3rd Straight

UMD (2-3) will once again face off against Wisconsin on Saturday. Puck drop is 6:07 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The 10th ranked UMD men’s hockey team opening up a four game homestand on Friday, falling to Wisconsin 5 to 2. Luke Loheit and Blake Biondi would be the goal scorers for the Bulldogs. UMD (2-3) will once again face off against Wisconsin on Saturday. Puck drop is 6:07 PM. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

No. 4 UMD Volleyball Handles Minnesota Crookston

UMD will next head to Bemidji State on Saturday, first serve is set for 4 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The No. 4 nationally ranked UMD volleyball team hosted conference opponent Minnesota Crookston, Thursday night at Romano Gym. The Bulldogs handled business winning in three straight sets (25-12, 25-15, 25-11) keeping a perfect 30-0 record against the Golden Eagles. Fifth year senior Sydney Lanoue lead the way with 12 kills. UMD will next head to Bemidji State on…

#10 Bulldogs Hoping to Bounce Back vs. Badgers

Puck drop for game one is set for 7:07 PM on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is eager to get back on the ice after dropping two consecutive games in Mankato this past weekend. They’ll look to turn things around back at home this weekend as they welcome in a winless Wisconsin Badger squad. Overall, Wisconsin has taken bragging rights in the all-time series as they’ve won 93 games…

UMD Women’s Hockey Excited for National Title Rematch at Ohio State

Puck drop is set for 5 PM on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- A big clash awaits the UMD women’s hockey team as they head to Columbus to face Ohio State in a rematch of last year’s national title game. Something will have to give on Friday as both teams will enter their contest a perfect 6-0. Head Coach Maura Crowell acknowledged the magnitude of the game but says it’s early…

Fresh Off First Road Win, UMD Football Continues Road Trip to Bemidji

Next up for the Bulldogs is a road trip to Bemidji to face the Beavers on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team was finally able to win a game on the road this past Saturday as they dominated Concordia-St. Paul 53 to 7. The biggest takeaway had to be time of possession as the Bulldogs held onto the ball for over 42 minutes compared to the Golden Bears’ 18. Which meant more time on the field…

UMD Volleyball Moves Up to #4 in Latest AVCA Poll

They now turn the page to Crookston whom they'll host on Thursday before traveling to Bemidji on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- After splitting their weekend slate, the UMD volleyball team is still moving up in the latest AVCA poll. The Bulldogs are now the 4th ranked team in the country after previously being 5th a week ago. UMD took 3rd ranked Concordia-St. Paul to five sets before eventually falling to the Golden Bears on Saturday. They now turn the…

UMD’s Jennifer Norris Named NSIC Goalkeeper of the Week

Norris and the Bulldogs will next be in action friday at Minnesota State Moorhead.

DULUTH, Minn.-  After recording two shutouts over the weekend. UMD goalkeeper Jennifer Norris earned NSIC goalkeeper of the week honors. Norris stopped all seventeen shots that came her way in the two contests. Including a season high, 11 saves against Augustana. With the stellar play, her save percentage increases to almost 85 percent. Norris and the Bulldogs will next be…

USCHO Polls: UMD Men Fall to #10, Bulldog Women Stay Put at #4

UMD was swept by Minnesota State over the weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- The latest USCHO polls dropped on Monday afternoon. After being swept by Minnesota State Mankato over the weekend, the UMD men’s hockey team fell down six spots to number 10. They’ll look to get back on track at home this weekend against Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the women’s team stays put at number four after their bye week. They’ll play…

Well Rested Bulldogs Get Ready for First Road Trip in Mankato

Puck drop for Friday's game is at 7:07 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- Fresh off their bye week, the UMD men’s hockey team returns to the ice this weekend for a weekend series at Mankato. It’ll be the first real test for the 4th ranked Bulldogs as they’ll go on the road for the first time this season. As for their opponent, the 5th ranked Mavericks they’re coming off a big…

Following Complete Game, UMD Football to Hit Road to Face Concordia-St. Paul

The Bulldogs will hit the field Saturday at noon.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team played an all-around complete game on Saturday as they picked up their 2nd straight win, taking down UMary 49 to 14. It was a combination of a good ground game on offense mixed with rushing the passer on defense that helped the Bulldogs in the contest. UMD now turns the page to Concordia-St. Paul…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Hockey Stay at #4 in USCHO Polls

In other Bulldog news, goalie Emma Soderberg once again earned WCHA Goaltender of the Week honors.

DULUTH, Minn.- After resting up this weekend and practicing through a bye week, the UMD men’s hockey team stays put at number four. They’ll welcome in the number five team in the country, Minnesota State Mankato this Friday. As for the women, fresh off a sweep of the Mavericks. They also don’t move and sit at number four once again….

UMD Women’s Soccer Ties with No. 13 Minnesota State Mankato

UMD will be back in action Friday, October 14, on the road against Wayne State. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s soccer team hosted No. 13 nationally ranked Minnesota State Mankato Sunday. The Bulldogs scored one in the first half and were able to keep the Mavericks off the board until late in the second half. MSU tied the game at one with 13 minutes left on the clock. Both teams would settle for the 1-1…

Walljasper’s 4 Touchdowns Helps UMD Football to Big Win over U-Mary

The next two weeks UMD will be on the road, first at Concordia St. Paul at noon.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team played at home for the second week in a row, facing off with UMary. The Bulldogs came out fats, scoring 21 in the first half, then kept rolling scoring 28 more in the second half. Kyle Walljasper accounts for four touchdowns on the day, rushing for 125 total yards. UMD gets a win, in…

UMD Women’s Hockey Sweeps in Home Opener

UMD outshot the Mavericks 40 to 10.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team is 6-0 on the season, but has yet to play a home game, until this series with Minnesota State Mankato. The Bulldogs scored first with a Taylor Anderson goal, then just 20 seconds later, Gabby Krause comes behind here for another goal. UMD outshot the Mavericks 40 to 10, however the two early…

Bell’s OT Goal Lifts UMD Past MSU-Mankato 2-1

Both teams will meet again on Saturday. Puck drop is at 3 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team is now 5-0 on the season after they defeated Minnesota State Mankato 2 to 1 on Friday. Kylie Hanley would tie the game late in the 1st period and then it would stay that way until overtime. Then just 16 seconds into the overtime period, Ashton Bell would net the game-winner giving UMD…

Northern Star: Sydney Lanoue

Lanoue and the Bulldogs are hoping to make a post season run, but first they'll have to face-off  with two NSIC opponents at home, Friday at 6 PM and Saturday at 4 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- Being a part of the UMD volleyball team is no small task. Just ask the team’s super senior, Sydney Lanoue, who has found herself pretty much everywhere on the floor. Lanoue saw quite a bit of playing time in her freshman and sophomore seasons. Then, 2020 hit and Lanoue, along with athletes across the country were forced to…