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UMD Men’s Hockey Team to Welcome Top-Ranked MSU-Mankato This Weekend

Puck drop Friday night at Amsoil Arena is set for just after 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This Thanksgiving holiday, the UMD men’s hockey team might be mostly thankful that they don’t have to travel this weekend as they’ll be at home for another marquee match-up. The Bulldogs will renew their in–state rivalry with Minnesota State-Mankato. This time though, the Mavericks come into the match-up as the #1 ranked team in the country, winners…
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NSIC Schedule to Begin for UMD Women’s Basketball Team

The Bulldogs take on the Huskies Saturday at Romano Gym. Tip-off is set for 2 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team did not get off to the best start for their non-conference schedule, dropping their first three games to some really tough competition. But since then, the Bulldogs have turned it around. UMD has rattled off three straight wins to wrap up their non-conference schedule with a .500 record. And this weekend, they…
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UMD Volleyball To Open NCAA Tournament Against Central Missouri

The central region will feature seven of the top nine teams in the country.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team finished their season with a 24–6 record, falling in the NSIC tournament semi–finals to eventual champs Concordia-St. Paul. But the Bulldogs never dropped lower than #7 all season in the national polls, so there was little drama during Monday night’s NCAA selection show announcement. The Bulldogs earned the #2 seed in the central…
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UMD Men’s, Women’s Hockey Teams Move Up One Spot in USCHO Polls

The men are coming off of a weekend sweep of Colorado College, while the women took two points from the top-ranked Gophers.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. -After solid weekends, the UMD men’s and women’s hockey teams are up one spot in their respective USCHO.com polls. The men are at No. 8 following a weekend sweep of Colorado College, while the women are at No. 9 after getting a tie Friday (then getting the extra point in 3-on-3 overtime) and losing on Saturday to top-ranked…
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Bulldogs Women’s Basketball Wraps Up Non-Conference Schedule With Road Win

UMD's road win over Michigan Tech gives them a 3-3 non-conference record.
Claudia Chakamian,

HOUGHTON, Mich. – The University of Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team used a strong second quarter then hung on late to get the 69-59 road win over Michigan Tech to close out the non-conference schedule and improve to .500. Maesyn Thiesen led the Bulldogs with 13 points while Brooke Olson tallied 11 points and nine rebounds and Katie Stark had…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Shuts Out Colorado College to Sweep Series

Hunter Shepeard picked up his second shutout of the season and 17th of his career, and also set a school record for career wins with 61.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hunter Shepard made 25 saves on Saturday en route to his second shutout of the season and 17th of his career, as the No. 9 UMD men’s hockey team got the 5-0 win over Colorado College on Saturday to sweep the weekend series. Shepard also picked up his 61st career win, setting a school record. While Shepard…
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UMD Volleyball Falls in NSIC Tournament Semi-Finals in Five Sets

The Bulldogs will now wait for Monday's NCAA Selection Show to see if they get a bid to the tournament.
Claudia Chakamian,

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The No. 2-seed UMD volleyball team and No. 3-seed Concordia-St. Paul battled like they have all season, but the Golden Bears advance to the NSIC Tournament Championship game with the 3-2 win (25-22, 17-25, 20-25, 25-17, 15-11). The Golden Bears took the first set, but the Bulldogs stormed back in the second to tie things up….
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UMD Women’s Hockey Falls to Top-Ranked Minnesota

Despite getting the loss, the Bulldogs outshot the Gophers 71-59 on the weekend.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 10 UMD women’s hockey team battled but could not complete the rally, as No. 1 Minnesota got the 4-3 win on Saturday to leave with four of six WCHA points for the weekend. Anneke Linser, Sydney Brodt and Ashton Bell all scored for the Bulldogs on Saturday, while Maddie Rooney made 24 saves. The Bulldogs…
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Koepke Nets Game-Winner as UMD Men’s Hockey Tops Colorado College

The Hermantown native would score with less than 20 seconds to go for the win.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A three-goal three period would be the difference as the UMD men’s hockey team completed the comeback win over Colorado College 4-3 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Jackson Cates, Kobe Roth and Tanner Laderoute scored for the Bulldogs. Then with less than 20 seconds left, Cole Koepke would net the game-winner to seal the comeback win. UMD…
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UMD Volleyball Advances to NSIC Semi-Finals with Win over Vikings

The Bulldogs advance to the semi-finals to face Concordia-St. Paul on Saturday.
Sam Ali,

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Meredith Sutton and Hanna Meyer would combine for 30 kills as the UMD volleyball team knocked off Augustana 3-1 in the NSIC tournament quarterfinals. Emily Balts finished with 48 set assists to help the Bulldogs advance to the semi-finals to face Concordia-St. Paul. That match will take place Saturday at 4:30 p.m. at the Sanford Pentagon…
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UMD Women’s Hockey Tie With Minnesota; Elmes Scores in Double OT for Extra WCHA Point

Anna Klein and Sydney Brodt also scored for the Bulldogs.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team skated to a 2-2 tie against top-ranked Minnesota Wednesday afternoon at Amsoil Arena. Senior co-captain Jalyn Elmes would score in the 3-on-3 double overtime period to give the Bulldogs the extra WCHA point. Anna Klein and Sydney Brodt also scored for the Bulldogs, while Maddie Rooney finished with 32 saves on the…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Begin Homestand with Colorado College

Puck drop Friday night at Amsoil Arena is set for just after 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a surprising road split against unranked Miami (OH), the UMD men’s hockey team will return this weekend to the friendly confines of Amsoil Arena. The ninth-ranked Bulldogs will take on Colorado College, a team they outscored 15–5 in four games last season. But going into this week, the Tigers are tied for third place with UMD…
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UMD’s Rooney, Brodt, Morin Invited to USA Women’s Hockey Camp

Rooney and Morin were part of the national team that won gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics.
Sam Ali,

COLORADO SPRING, Colo. – Three UMD women’s hockey players have been invited to the 2019 USA Hockey Women’s Winter Training Camp. Current players Maddie Rooney and Sydney Brodt, and former Bulldog Sidney Morin will take part in the camp which will take place starting December 9th in Hartford, CT. A total of 46 players will participate and from that pool,…
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UMD Men’s Basketball Knock Off Rangers to Stay Unbeaten at Home

The Bulldogs improve to 3-0 at Romano Gym so far this season.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Logan Rohrscheib led the way with 26 points, including six three-pointers, as the UMD men’s basketball team knocked off Wisconsin-Parkside 89-69 Wednesday night at Romano Gym. Brandon Myer finished with 21 points and 15 rebounds while Alex Illikainen chipped in with 16 points to help the Bulldogs pick up their third straight win. Next up for UMD…
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UMD’s Larson, Pearson Earn Second Straight All-NSIC North Division First Team Honors

A grand total of 20 UMD football players received recognition from the NSIC.
Sam Ali,

BURNSVILLE, Minn. – Wednesday, the NSIC released their end-of-season awards and for the second straight year, UMD quarterback John Larson and linebacker Nate Pearson earned first-team recognition for the North division. In seven starts this season, Larson finished with 23 total touchdowns: 19 passing, two rushing and even two receiving. It was another stellar year for Pearson as the former…
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UMD Women’s Hockey Hosting Top-Ranked Gophers This Weekend

Puck drop for Friday's night game at Amsoil Arena is set for just after 3 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend will be a big one for the UMD women’s hockey team as they take on top-ranked Minnesota in a rematch of last season’s WCHA tournament semi–finals. And although it’s early in the season, UMD feels that it’s crucial to get a win over their rivals to make a statement in the first half of the…
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UMD Volleyball Team Set to Defend NSIC Tournament Title

The Bulldogs will open the tournament against Augustana.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team has spent the majority of their season near the top of the national ranks. And now that “X” on their back becomes amplified with the start of the NSIC tournament around the corner. The Bulldogs did not end their season well as they dropped their final two games of the regular season to…
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Bulldogs Women’s Basketball Uses Big Second Half to Earn Second Win of the Season

Brooke Olson led the way with 19 points and six rebounds in the win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Down by 1 at the half, the Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team dominated the rest of the way, getting 81-65 win over Wisconsin-Parkside on Saturday for their second win of the season. Brooke Olson led the way with 19 points and six rebounds, while Ann Simonet had 13 points and five rebounds and Sarah Grow had 15…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Hangs On, Splits Series With RedHawks

Nick Swaney, Tanner Laderoute and Noah Cates each scored in the win, while Scott Perunovich tallied an assist on every UMD goal during the series.
Claudia Chakamian,

OXFORD, Ohio – The No. 6 Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team had a much-needed bounce-back on Saturday, getting the 3-2 win over Miami to split the weekend series. Nick Swaney got things started for UMD, scoring less than four minutes in. The RedHawks would tie things up, but Tanner Laderoute and Noah Cates both tallied goals in the second to…
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UMD Football Wins 12th Straight NSIC North Division Title in Season Finale

The Bulldogs finished the year undefeated in NSIC North Division play for the fourth year in a row.
Claudia Chakamian,

ABERDEEN, S.D – The UMD football team got all the scoring they needed in the first half to cruise past Northern State 48-10 to win the NSIC North Division title. This is the Bulldogs 12th straight title, winning it every year since returning to the league in 2008. The Bulldogs also finished undefeated in North Division play, the fourth-straight time…
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UMD Women’s Hockey Skates to 1-1 Tie; Ohio State Wins Shootout

Anna Klein scored the lone goal for the Bulldogs, while Maddie Rooney finished with 33 saves on the day.
Claudia Chakamian,

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Anna Klein gave the No. 10 UMD women’s hockey team the lead in the second period, but that would be all they could get, as the Bulldogs settle for a 1-1 tie after two overtimes, before No. 7 Ohio State grabbed the extra WCHA point in a shootout win. Jenn Gardiner scored the shootout winner in the…
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UMD Men’s Basketball Pulls Away Late to Top Northern Michigan

Alex Illikainen led all scorers with 24 points while Drew Blair had 14 and Brandon Myer finished with 13 points.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tied 31 at the half, the UMD men’s basketball team used a big second half to get the 84-62 win over Northern Michigan on day one of the American Family Insurance Classic. Alex Illikainen led all scorers with 24 points while Drew Blair had 14 points. Brandon Myer tallied 13 points and led the Bulldogs with eight…
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RedHawks Get the Upset Win at Home against the UMD Men’s Hockey Team

The lone goal for the Bulldogs came from the stick of Tanner Laderoute.
Sam Ali,

OXFORD, Ohio – The UMD men’s hockey team just couldn’t figure out Miami (OH) as the RedHawks get the upset win over the Bulldogs 3-1 at Steve Cady Arena. Tanner Laderoute scored the lone goal for UMD while Hunter Shepard finished with 14 saves on the night. Bulldogs will look for revenge as they wrap up the series Saturday night….
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Depth Beginning to Contribute for UMD Men’s Hockey Team

Puck drop for Friday's game against the RedHawks is set for just after 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team are getting set for their first conference road trip this weekend against Miami of Ohio. The Bulldogs are coming off a stellar weekend, taking four of six points from then top-ranked Denver. One of the keys was UMD’s depth, which has been one of their strengths that led them to winning back-to-back…
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UMD Football Seniors Look Back at Final Season in Maroon and Gold

The Bulldogs will wrap up their regular season on the road against Northern State.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team will wrap up their season this weekend against Northern State. Earlier this week, we spoke with some of the Bulldog seniors about what they’ll miss most from their time wearing the Maroon and Gold. “It’s going to be hard to not be a part of the team. I’ll miss the boys and just…
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Fresh Off Bye Week, UMD Women’s Hockey Ready for Buckeyes

Puck drop on Friday against Ohio State is set for just after 5 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team are off to their best start in almost a decade. The Bulldogs are coming off a much needed bye week, which is a good time to recharge and heal up in the early part of the season. “We had a good break over the weekend. It was nice for us to just…
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UMD Volleyball Sweeps MSU-Mankato in Regular Season Home Finale

Abby Thor had 13 kills while Hanna Meyer had eight and Emily Balts had 42 assists on their senior day.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 5 Minnesota Duluth volleyball team ended its home schedule on a high note, sweeping Minnesota State-Mankato 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 25-11). Abby Thor led the way with 13 kills, while Hanna Meyer had eight kills and Emily Balts had 42 assists on their senior day. The Bulldogs (23-3) will finish the regular season on the road…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Defeats Top-Ranked Denver

Five different players scored in the Bulldogs win, including freshman forward Luke Loheit scoring his first collegiate goal.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Five different players found the back of the net for the UMD men’s hockey team as the No. 7 Bulldogs took down No. 1 Denver 5-2 on Saturday. Luke Loheit scored his first collegiate goal while Jackson Cates, Koby Bender, Noah Cates and Cole Koepke each scored in the win. Hunter Shepard made 29 saves. After ending…
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UMD Volleyball Wins Top 10 Match-Up Against Concordia-St. Paul

Kate Berg had 17 kills while Emily Balts recorded 37 assists to give the Bulldogs the home win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 5 Minnesota Duluth volleyball team continued to roll, taking down No. 6 Concordia-St. Paul 3-1 (25-22, 17-25, 25-16, 25-23) in a top 10 match-up. Kate Berg led the way with 17 kills for the Bulldogs, while Meredith Sutton added 11. Emily Balts had 37 assists. The Bulldogs (22-3, 15-2 NSIC) will finish out their home…
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Coaches Corner: UMD Men’s Basketball

For this week's segment, we hear from the UMD men's basketball team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from the UMD men’s basketball team, including head coach Justin Wieck and senior guard Trevor Entwisle. The Bulldogs had a solid showing in their exhibition game against Wisconsin-Superior and will open their season with a tournament down in Oklahoma. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Settle for Tie with Denver

The Bulldogs erased an early two-goal deficit to send the game to overtime.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In a match-up of top-ranked teams, Denver would hang on for the shootout win over the UMD men’s hockey team Friday night at Amsoil Arena. The Pioneers would jump out to a two-goal lead before Cole Koepke would score late in the first. Kobe Roth would add another in the third, and then with 30 seconds left…
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UMD Women’s Soccer Fall in Season Finale

The Bulldogs would fail to score a goal in their final game of the season.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A two-goal deficit at the half would be too much to overcome as the UMD women’s soccer team fell to St. Cloud State 3-0 Friday afternoon at Malosky Stadium. The Bulldogs’ season comes to an end as they finish with a 6-10-2 overall record. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
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UMD Men’s Hockey to Open Conference Play Against Top-Ranked Denver

Puck drop for Friday night's game is set for just after 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team are back from their early-season bye week. It was a great time for the team to heal up and head coach Scott Sandelin says it was important to go into the break after their sweep over Minnesota. “It’s always a little scary coming off a bye week playing a good team that…
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“Back to Basics” Help UMD Football Get Back on Track

The Bulldogs rushing for well over 400 yards behind stellar performances from running backs Wade Sullivan and Cazz Martin.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team took their anger out on Minnesota-Crookston on Saturday in a 63-point shutout win in their final game of the season at Malosky Stadium. The Bulldogs rushing for well over 400 yards behind stellar performances from running backs Wade Sullivan and Cazz Martin. “It felt really good seeing the holes the o–line produced and…
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Berg, Balts Lead Bulldogs Volleyball Team Past Beavers

The UMD volleyball team hosted a rare Tuesday night game at Romano Gym.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kate Berg led the way with 18 kills while Abby Thor chipped in with 16 of her own as the UMD volleyball team knocked off Bemidji State 3-1 Tuesday night at Romano Gym. Emily Balts also contributed to the cause with 51 assists to help the Bulldogs improve to 21-3 on the season and 14-2 within the…
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UMD Basketball Sweeps UWS in Exhibition Doubleheader

The teams met up on Monday night at Romano Gym.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In their final exhibition game before the regular season, the UMD women’s basketball team defeated Wisconsin-Superior 82-45 while the men had a similar result, getting the win 77-65 Monday night at Romano Gym. The Bulldog women will open their season Friday against Fort Hays State while the Yellowjackets will face UW-Stout on Friday as well. For the…
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Northern Star: Alex Illikainen

For this week's segment, meet a UMD men's basketball transfer who feels right at home already.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – In high school, UMD men’s basketball forward Alex Illikainen knew that he wanted to go to a big school. “I was definitely looking at going division one and my options up there,” Illikainen said. After spending three seasons at the University of Wisconsin, a Division I basketball program, the Grand Rapids native decided to come back home…
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UMD Soccer Scores Late to Get Home Win Over Minot State

Sarah Stange scored the lone goal in the second half to give the Bulldogs the win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Freshman midfielder Sarah Stange would score 12 minutes into the second half to give the UMD women’s soccer team the 1-0 win over Minot State on Sunday. The Bulldogs outshot the Beavers 21-9 (13-7 on goal) while Sophia Grenz made seven saves in the shutout win. UMD (6-9-2, 4-8-2 NSIC) will finish out the regular season at…
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UMD Football Snaps Losing Skid With Blowout Win Over Minnesota Crookston

The Bulldogs relied heavily on the run game to pick up the big win on senior day.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team had a much-needed performance on Saturday, dominating Minnesota Crookston 63-0 to snap a two-game losing skid. The Bulldogs relied heavily on the run game, racking up 303 yards on the group in just the first half, and finishing the day with 445 yards. Wade Sullivan rushed for 180 yards and a touchdown while…
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UMD Women’s Hockey Dominates St. Cloud State in Weekend Sweep

Five different players scored in the Bulldogs win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 10 UMD women’s hockey team continued to roll, dominating St. Cloud State 6-0 on Saturday to sweep the series and pick up their fourth straight win. Anneke Linser scored twice, while Kylie Hanley, Gabbie Hughes, Ashton Bell and Mannon McMahon each found the back of the net as well. Maddie Rooney made 17 saves while…
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UMD Volleyball Picks Up Home Sweep Over Minnesota Crookston

Abby Thor led the way with 13 kills while Hanna Meyer tallied 12 in the Bulldogs sweep.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After suffering from a tough road loss on Thursday, the No. 3 UMD volleyball team had a big bounce-back, sweeping Minnestoa Crookston 3-0 (25-19, 25-14, 25-18) at home on Saturday. Abby Thor led the way with 13 kills while Hanna Meyer tallied 12. Emily Balts finished with 41 assists. The Bulldogs (20-3, 13-2 NSIC) will be back…
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UMD Women’s Hockey Hang On for Home Win Over St. Cloud State

Anneke Linser, McKenzie Hewett and Anna Klein all scored in the Bulldogs win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 10 UMD women’s hockey team returned to AMSOIL Arena fresh off of winning the IceBreaker Tournament and kept the momentum going, defeating St. Cloud State 3-2 on Friday night. Anneke Linser got the scoring started in the first period, before the Huskies took the lead in the second. McKenzie Hewett and Anna Klein scored in…
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UMD Football Get Set for Home Finale at Malosky Stadium

The Bulldogs will take on Minnesota Crookston on Saturday.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This season has had more tricks than treats for the UMD football team. Their playoff hopes are all but gone, but there’s still more football to be played. The Bulldogs are 5–3 after back-to-back losses and a lot would have to happen for them to even appear in the Mineral Water Bowl. This weekend, UMD will play…
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UMD Women’s Hockey Team React to IceBreaker Championship Win

The Bulldogs will be back in action this weekend as they host St. Cloud State.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team are back home this week with a new moniker: Icebreaker Champions. The Bulldogs won the four-team tourney this past weekend out in Buffalo and they say it’s definitely a confidence booster after a tough outing the week before. “You learn through losses, as we talk about all the time, so I actually…
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Balts Named Setter of the Week as UMD Volleyball Climbs to #3 in AVCA Poll

Balts recorded her 5,000th career assists on Friday in a win against Sioux Falls.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD volleyball senior Emily Balts was named NSIC Setter of the Week for the third time this season. Balts recorded her 5,000th career assist on Friday and finished with 84 total assists on the weekend as UMD swept Sioux Falls and rallied to beat then 11th-ranked Southwest Minnesota State. With those two wins, the Bulldogs moved up…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Team Move Up to #6 in National Polls, Women Back in Top 10

Both Bulldogs hockey teams went 2-0 this past weekend.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Few programs had better weekends than the UMD hockey teams as both are moving back up in the national rankings. The men, who posted their first weekend sweep of the season, moved from #8 to #6 in the USCHO.com poll. UMD picked up back-to-back wins over rivals Minnesota, with Saturday’s game going down as a shutout. The…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Shuts Out Minnesota, Picks Up First Weekend Sweep

Quinn Olson scored his first collegiate goal in the first period.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 8 UMD men’s hockey team had a much needed bounce-back series this weekend, shutting out No. 20 Minnesota 2-0 on Saturday to pick up its first weekend sweep of the series. Quinn Olson scored his first collegiate goal in the first period, and that held until late in the third period. Jackson Cates scored an…
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UMD Volleyball Battles Back to Win Top-15 Match

Kate Berg finished with 15 kills, becoming just the 21st Bulldog to reach 1,000 career kills.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After dropping the first two sets, the No. 5 UMD volleyball team continued to battle, forcing five sets and eventually get the 3-2 match win (18-25, 22-25, 25-13, 25-23, 15-5) over No. 11 Southwest Minnesota State. Being down 2-0, the Bulldogs jumped out to an early lead 11-1 lead and never looked back. That momentum carried them…
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UMD Football Continues to Struggle in Home Loss to Upper Iowa

This was the Bulldogs' first regular season home loss since Sept. 16, 2017 and first ever loss to the Peacocks.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team could not get back on track on Saturday, as Upper Iowa got the 23-13 win to hand the Bulldogs their second straight loss. This is also UMD’s first regular season home loss since Sept. 16, 2017, and this was also Upper Iowa’s first ever win over the Bulldogs. The Bulldogs had another slow…