University of Minnesota – Duluth

Bulldogs Win Eighth Straight, Sweep Tigers

Nick Swaney scored twice in Saturday's win.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team jumped out to another fast start on Saturday as the Bulldogs got the 5-1 win and completed the weekend sweep. Nick Swaney scored twice while Justin Richards, Riley Tufte and Parker Mackay each scored in Saturday’s win. Richards and Mackay both scored on Friday as well. Hunter Shepard made 15 saves…

Coaches Corner: UMD Women’s Basketball

For this week's segment, we talk to the UMD women's basketball team as they start their season.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we sit down with head coach Mandy Pearson, senior guard Sammy Kozlowski and junior forward Josie Buckley. The Bulldogs are wrapping up exhibition play and will start their season on Nov. 13 at Northern Michigan. Their home opener will be Dec. 14 against Sioux Falls. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy,…

Bulldogs Win Conference Opener, Shepard Records First Shutout of Season

Minnesota Duluth has now won seven straight.

DULUTH, Minn. – After a bye week, the No. 1 Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team returned to AMSOIL Arena Friday Night to start NCHC play, hosting Colorado College. Goalkeeper Hunter Shepard made 19 saves in his first shutout of the season as the Bulldogs got the 3-0 win. Justin Richards, Nick Wolff and Parker Mackay each scored in the win….

Bulldogs Volleyball Advances to NSIC Finals

UMD sweeps Sioux Falls to move onto the conference finals.

DULUTH, Minn.- Minnesota Duluth swept Sioux Falls in three sets to advance to the NSIC Finals. Before the match Mackenzie Morgen was named NSIC Elite Eight Award winner. Kate Berg lead the Bulldogs with 10 kills on the night. Setter Emily Torve finished the match with 33 assists. UMD continues on to the NSIC finals where they will have a…

Bulldogs Top Yellowjackets in Women’s Basketball Exhibition

UMD hosted UWS in an exhibition game at Romano Gym.

DULUTH, Minn. – In just their second game of the season, the Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team defeated Wisconsin-Superior 73-47 in an exhibition game at Romano Gym on Wednesday night. Brooke Olson led the Bulldogs with 18 points. Sarah Grow also chipped in with 14 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks. Hannah Norlin scored 13 points and grabbed five rebounds…

UMD Men’s Hockey Back to Work After Bye Week

The Bulldogs get set for conference play, which starts this weekend.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team are back at practice this week, getting ready for the start of conference play this weekend. The Bulldogs are still the #1 team in the country, which helped keep them at ease with an early-season bye week. “The bye weeks were spread out a little better I think to give us a…

Bulldogs Volleyball Advance to NSIC Semi-Finals

UMD knocked off Upper Iowa 3-1 in the first round of the NSIC tournament.

DULUTH, Minn. – Hanna Meyer finished with 20 kills as the UMD volleyball team defeated Upper Iowa 3-1 in the first round of the NSIC tournament. The Peacocks would surprise some and take the second set from UMD. But the Bulldogs battled back to take the second and third sets. They now move on to face Sioux Falls, who got…

UMD Football Have Their Eyes on Undefeated Season

Bulldogs trying to become the sixth team in program history to finish regular season undefeated.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team is heading into the final week of the regular season. This weekend, they’ll take on Northern State with a chance to become just the sixth team in program history to finish the regular season undefeated. “It’s a great accomplishment. We come out here each and every week, trying to get to 1-0. And…

Laura Harmon Named New UMD Women’s XC and T&F Head Coach

Harmon was introduced to the media Monday afternoon.

DULUTH, Minn. – Laura Harmon has been named the new head coach of the Minnesota Duluth women’s cross country and track and field teams. She will be taking over at the end of this month. She currently holds the same position at Sierra College in Rocklin, CA, leading both programs to the California Junior College Championships. The Vancouver, WA native…

Bulldog Volleyball Co-Conference Champions

Minnesota Duluth shares the NSIC title with Northern State.

DULUTH, Minn.- Minnesota Duluth swept Minot State in 3 sets to seal a share of the NSIC title. Abby Thor lead in kills with 12 on the day. Setter Emily Torve finished with 39 assists. The Bulldogs look ahead to the quarterfinals of the NSIC Tournament hosting Upper Iowa on Tuesday. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Bulldogs Clinch North Division Title

UMD shutouts Mary and clinches the NSIC North Division.

DULUTH, Minn.- Minnesota Duluth dominated University of Mary in a 55-0 shutout win which clinched the NSIC North Division title for the Bulldogs. Redshirt freshman running back Zach Ogile reached a career-high 120 rushing yards and one touchdown on 12 carries. Three Bulldog quarterbacks Mike Rybarzcyk, Ben Everhart and Garret Olson all saw playing time combining to throw for 296 yards…

Six Bulldogs Named to Volleyball NSIC All-Conference Teams

The six selections is the second most in program history and one short of the record.

DULUTH, Minn.- Six volleyball players were named to the NSIC all–conference teams. The six selections is tied for second most in program history and one short of the record. Four bulldogs were named to the first team which is the most since 2014. Sarah Kelly, Makenzie Morgen, Emily Torve and Kate Berg were selected to the first team. Hanna Meyer…

UMD WR Ibeneme Shines in Bulldogs Blowout Win

The junior wideout finished with a career-high three touchdown catches.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team is coming off a blowout win over Minnesota Crookston and the lopsided score gave a few players some extra time to shine, including junior wide receiver Obi Ibeneme. The Eagan, MN native finished with six catches, 118 yards and three touchdowns. “It felt really good. That’s for sure. I just took advantage of…

Bulldog Men’s Basketball Open Season with Exhibition Vs. Gophers

The UMD men's basketball team will take on Minnesota at Williams Arena.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team have been gearing up for their regular season to begin. Before that, the Bulldogs will have an exhibition game down in Minneapolis against the University of Minnesota, a match up that the team is very much excited for. “It’s super insane. UMD is a great place with a great court, but the…

Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Falls Late to Huskies

UMD and St. Cloud State split the weekend series.

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team jumped out to a 2-1 lead in the second period but they couldn’t get anything else going on offense as St. Cloud State scored two unanswered goals to win it 3-2 and split the weekend series. Naomi Rogge and Ryleigh Houston scored for the Bulldogs while Maddie Rooney made 18 saves….

Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Tops Fighting Irish, Sweeps Weekend Series

Kobe Roth, Jackson Cates and Noah Cates all scored for UMD on Saturday.

SOUTH BEND, Ind. – The UMD men’s hockey team scored a goal in each period as the Bulldogs once again defeated top-ranked Notre Dame 3-1, sweeping the weekend series. Kobe Roth, Jackson Cates and Noah Cates all scored for the Bulldogs while Hunter Shepard made 27 saves. UMD will be on a bye next week, then return to AMSOIL Arena…

Freshman Soderberg Starts in Net, Leads Bulldog Women over Huskies

Emma Soderberg finished with 15 saves as UMD knocked off St. Cloud State 2-1.

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – With Maddie Rooney getting the night off, freshman Emma Soderberg started in net for the UMD women’s hockey team. And she showed out, finishing with 15 saves as the Bulldogs beat St. Cloud State 2-1. Anna Klein and Anneke Linser lit the lamp for UMD, who outshot the Huskies 41-16. The Bulldogs are on a three-game…

Bulldog Men’s Hockey Come Back to Beat Top-Ranked Fighting Irish

Two late goals in the third gave UMD the come-from-behind win over Notre Dame.

SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Hermantown native Dylan Samberg scored the go-ahead goal late in the third period as the UMD men’s hockey team stunned top-ranked Notre Dame 3-2 Friday night in a rematch of last season’s national championship game. Parker Mackay and Nick Swaney also scored for the Bulldogs, who get their fifth straight win. Game 2 of this series…

#428WallSitChallenge Spreads to UMD, CSS Softball Programs

The challenge is in honor of a Mississippi softball player who lost her life to ovarian cancer.

DULUTH, Minn.- Mississippi State softball player Alex Wilcox held a wall sit for 4 minutes and 28 seconds just days after undergoing chemotherapy treatment. Wilcox was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2015 but continued to play softball and committed Mississippi State a year later. This past June Wilcox lost her battle to this grueling disease at 18 years of age….

Bulldogs to Visit Notre Dame for National Championship Rematch

These two teams will meet in South Bend in a battle of top-3 ranked teams.

DULUTH, Minn. – About seven months ago, the UMD men’s hockey team won their second ever national championship. On the other bench was Notre Dame, who weren’t too happy about the loss. Starting Friday night in South Bend, the top-ranked Fighting Irish will look to avenge that loss against the third-ranked Bulldogs. “Yeah I think it’s in the back of…

Rogge, Perunovich Named Top Stars in NCAA D1 Hockey

The UMD men's and women's hockey team each earned top honors from the NCAA.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD Bulldogs were on top of both lists of the top stars in Division I hockey for this past weekend. On the men’s side, Scott Perunovich was named the top star in the country after scoring six points in UMD’s home sweep over Maine. On the women’s side, Naomi Rogge earned top star honors after scoring…

Perunovich, Wolff Named NCHC Players of the Week

Scott Perunovich was named Offensive Player of the Week while Nick Wolff took defensive honors.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD men’s hockey linemates Scott Perunovich and Nick Wolff earned weekly honors from the NCHC. Perunovich was named Offensive Player of the Week while Wolff was named Defensive Player of the Week. Perunovich finished the weekend with six points to help the Bulldogs get the home sweep over Maine. Wolff chipped in with five points and was…

Bulldogs Soccer Shuts Out Cougars

Nan Glinsek scored the lone goal of the game while Carlye Wright made five saves.

DULUTH, Minn. – It would take 55 minutes, but Nan Glinsek finally broke the scoreless tie to give UMD the 1-0 win over Sioux Falls on Sunday to keep the Bulldogs in the postseason hunt. Glinsek’s goal in the second half was her fourth of the year, which leads the team. Carlye Wright made five saves in the game. The…

Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Edge Black Bears, Complete Weekend Sweep

Two goals in the second would help seal the win for Minnesota Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – After a dominant win the night before, the second game was much closer but UMD men’s hockey edged out Maine to get the 3-2 win and sweep the Black Bears. Cole Koepke, Riley Tufte and Noah Cates all recorded goals for the Bulldogs in the win. Hunter Shepard made 18 saves. The Bulldogs improve to 4-1-1 and…

Saints Football Shutout at Home

This was the first time St. Scholastica was shut out at home in program history.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica football team struggled to get anything going on offense as Thomas More dominated from start to finish to get the 35-0 win. This was the first time CSS was shut out at home in program history. Zach Edwards completed 15 passes for 154 yards but threw two interceptions in the loss. Thomas More quarterback…

Bulldogs Football Stays Undefeated, Tops Warriors

Minnesota Duluth scored 13 points in the first quarter to come out on top.

WINONA, Minn. – UMD football scored early and often to win its eighth game of the season and stay undefeated, beating Winona State 37-17. Mike Rybarczyk made his first start of the season and did not disappoint, completing 12 of 24 passes for 162 yards. He also ran in two touchdowns of his own and caught a touchdown from Nate…

Rogge Scores Twice, Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Sweeps Beavers

Maddie Rooney finished with 24 saves in her first shutout of the season.

DULUTH, Minn. – Naomi Rogge scored the only two goals of the game and Maddie Rooney notched 24 saves as the UMD women’s hockey team picked up the 2-0 win over Bemidji State to sweep the weekend series. Rogge scored both of her goals in the first period, and finished with four goals on the weekend. Ashton Bell had the…

Goals Come in Bunches as Bulldogs Top Black Bears

The UMD men's hockey team put on a show, scoring eight goals against Maine.

DULUTH, Minn. – In their final non-conference series at home, the UMD men’s hockey team blasted Maine 8-2 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. The teams combined to score five goals in the opening period, but the Bulldogs would pull away with four goals in the second period and two in the third. Eight different Bulldogs scored in this one, including…

Bulldog Women’s Hockey Get Revenge Against Beavers

The UMD women's hockey team blasted Bemidji State 6-1.

DULUTH, Minn. – In a re-match of last season’s first round of the WCHA playoffs, the UMD women’s hockey team knock off Bemidji State 6-1 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Naomi Rogge led the Bulldogs with two goals. Anneke Linser, Gabbie Hughes, Jalyn Elmes and Ashton Bell all lit the lamp for UMD as well. Maddie Rooney finished with 27…

Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Meet Beavers in WCHA First Round Rematch

The UMD women's hockey will face Bemidji State for the first time since being eliminated by the Beavers last season.

DULUTH, Minn. – For the UMD women’s hockey team, they’ll be back at home this weekend as they take on Bemidji State, the team that knocked the Bulldogs out of the WCHA tournament last season in the first round. Needless to say, the ladies are especially excited to get this series going. “Personally, I love playing against Bemidji. They’re what…

Another Freshman Steps Up as Laderoute Provides Spark for Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Team

The freshman from Edmonton scored twice in Saturday's game against Michigan Tech.

DULUTH, Minn. – When there’s a new guy on the team, sometimes not a lot is expected of them. The UMD men’s hockey team have some guys who are contributing immediately, including forward Tanner Laderoute. The Edmonton, Alberta, Canada native scored two goals last Saturday at Michigan Tech. And while he couldn’t come up with a memorable celebration, the moment…

With Larson Injury, Rybarcyzk to Finish Season as Bulldogs Starting QB

Junior Mike Rybarcyzk will make his first start since Week 2 of last season.

DULUTH, Minn. – It was a bittersweet start to the week for the UMD football team. First, the Bulldogs made it to #5 on the latest AFCA poll. Then the team found out that they’ve lost their starting quarterback. Head coach Curt Wiese confirmed Tuesday that sophomore QB John Larson will be out for the rest of the season with…

Torve Credits Teammates for Fourth Straight NSIC Setter of the Week Award

UMD's Emily Torve says she can't put up her stats without her teammates making plays.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD volleyball’s Emily Torve was named NSIC Setter of the Week for the fourth consecutive time, which is believed to be a record within the conference. The junior leads the country in assists per set. But she says it’s impossible to get those numbers without help from her teammates. “It’s a great recognition, but it’s really due…

Bulldog Women’s Hockey Swept By Badgers

UMD gets themselves on the board first but ultimately fall.

MADISON, Wis.- After getting the board first with a goal by Ashton Bell, Minnesota Duluth fell to Wisconsin 3-1 losing the series. Maddie Rooney was in net with 40 saves. The Bulldogs return home for their series against Bemidji State at Amsoil Arena Friday. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Bulldog Football Moves to 7-0 in Win Over Mustangs

After John Larson left the game with an injury, Mike Rybarczyk steps up to lead the team.

DULUTH, Minn.- After QB1 John Larson left the game with an injury, Mike Rybarczyk steps up to lead Minnesota Duluth to a 42-13 victory over Southwest Minnesota State. Rybarczyk came into the game rushing for a career high of 111 yards on 13 carries while throwing for 97 yards and one touchdown. The Bulldogs move to 7-0 on the season and…

Bulldog Hockey Sweeps Huskies in Two Game Series

After a quiet first period, UMD scores five goals in the second to lock in the win.

HOUGHTON, MI.- Minnesota Duluth defeated Michigan Tech 5-2 to sweep the Huskies in a two game series. After a quiet first period, the Bulldogs managed to score all five goals in the second. Dylan Samberg scored first followed by Riley Tufte, Parker Mackay and two by Tanner Laderoute. Hunter Shephard was in goal with 11 saves on 13 shots. UMD…

Bulldog Women’s Hockey Falls Late to Badgers

Goals by Hughes and Klein not enough to win it for UMD.

MADISON, Wis.- Late power play goals for Wisconsin lead them to  4-2 victory over Minnesota Duluth. Anna Klein and Gabbie Hughes put up the two goals of the game for the Bulldogs but unfortunately they were not enough. Maddie Rooney was in net with 40 saves on 44 shots. UMD falls to 2-2-1 on the season and 0-2-1 in WCHA…

Bulldog Volleyball Extends Home Win Streak to 20 in Victory Over Warriors

Minnesota Duluth sweeps Winona State in three straight.

DULUTH, Minn.- Minnesota Duluth swept Winona State in three straight sets to extend their home win streak to 20. Setter Emily Torve had a total of 45 assists on the night while Sarah Kelly and Kate Berg tied in kills with 14. UMD is now 18-4 on the season and 11-2 in conference play. The Bulldogs look to make it…

Bulldogs Hockey Pick Up First Win of the Season Over Huskies

The UMD men's hockey team picked up their first win of the season over Michigan Tech.

HOUGHTON, Mich. – After a subpar opening weekend, the UMD men’s hockey team got their first win of the season over Michigan Tech 2-1 Friday night at the John MacInnes Student Ice Arena in Houghton. Kobe Roth and Parker Mackay scored for the Bulldogs. Hunter Shepard finished with 32 saves on the night. The Bulldogs and Huskies will meet again…

Bulldogs Volleyball Continue Dominance at Romano Gym

The UMD volleyball team are currently riding a 19-game home winning streak.

DULUTH, Minn. – After losing to St. Cloud State less than a month ago, the UMD volleyball team got their revenge Tuesday night at Romano gym, winning the match in four sets. The Bulldogs have now won 19 straight matches at home and head coach Jim Boos believes a lot of this success is simply from finding their rhythm. “We’re…

Rookies Leading the Way for UMD Women’s Hockey Team

The Bulldogs talented freshman class is showing why they were highly touted coming into the season.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team are coming off a mixed bag weekend against the Minnesota Gophers. One of the biggest bright spots has been the play of the talented freshman class. In fact, five Bulldog rookies have posted three points in the first four games. Head coach Maura Crowell says they are happy with what they’ve seen…

Cates Brothers Make Stellar Debuts for UMD Men’s Hockey Team

Jackson and Noah Cates each lit the lamp in the season-opening series against Minnesota.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD men’s hockey freshmen Jackson and Noah Cates each had stellar debuts this past weekend against the University of Minnesota. During Saturday’s game in St. Paul, Jackson scored twice and Noah scored once, too. The Stillwater, MN natives were expected to contribute early on, so when the game got out of hand, they were determined to take…

Bulldogs Volleyball Knock Off Huskies at Home

The UMD volleyball team extend their home win streak to 19 games.

DULUTH, Minn. – It took four sets, but the UMD volleyball team avenged their road loss from a month ago to St. Cloud State with a home win on Tuesday night 3-1. Kate Berg led the Bulldogs with 14 kills. Emily Torve helped the cause with 50 assists as the Bulldogs improve to 17-4 on the season and 10-2 in…

UMD Football Climb to No. 6 in AFCA Poll

The Bulldogs are up one spot in the latest national polls.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team keeps on climbing as they are up to number six in the latest American Football Coaches poll. That’s thanks to a solid road win this past Saturday at Augustana. The Bulldogs are now one of only 17 undefeated teams left in all of Division II. And they’ll look to keep it going this…

UMD Men’s Hockey No Longer Number One

After a subpar opening weekend, the Bulldogs fall in the latest USCHO.com poll.

DULUTH, Minn. – After failing to get a win over the weekend, the UMD men’s hockey team are no longer the number one team in the country. This week, the Bulldogs come in at #3 in the latest USCHO.com poll. Ohio State is the new number one, followed by Notre Dame and then UMD. The Gophers jumped to number six…

Bulldog Soccer Shuts Out Dragons For Second Straight Win

Minnesota Duluth ends weekend with 6 points in NSIC.

DULUTH, Minn.- Minnesota Duluth got their second straight 2-0 shutout victory over MSU Moorhead. Nan Glinsek scored first to get her third goal of the season. Natalie St. Martin would score in the second half to widen the gap. Sisley Ng was in goal earning her fourth win of the season. The Bulldogs move on to 5-6-1, looking ahead to…

Bulldogs Hockey Unable to Take Down Gophers In Game 2

After trailing the entire game, Minnesota Duluth is unable to make a full comeback.

ST. PAUL, Minn.- After trailing Minnesota the entire game, Minnesota Duluth staged a late comeback but ultimately fell 7-4. Noah Cates and Mikey Anderson each with a goal while Jackson Cates had two. Hunter Shepard had 11 saves on the night. The Bulldogs are now 0-1-1 on the season and prepare for Friday’s series against Michigan Tech. Categories: College, Sports,…

Bulldogs Football Remain Undefeated In Win Over Vikings

MInnesota Duluth is now 6-0 on the season and extends road win streak to 13.

SIOUX FALLS, SD.- Minnesota Duluth traveled to Augustana where they for 196 yards and passed for another 196 yards getting a 28–17 victory over the Vikings, remaining undefeated and extending its road win streak to 13. It was a big day for quarterback John Larson as he became the first bulldog to surpass the 100 yard rushing mark this season with…

Bulldog Women’s Hockey Earns Shootout Win Over Gophers

UMD splits their series with Minnesota.

DULUTH, Minn.- After losing game one to Minnesota, Minnesota Duluth took down the Gophers 3-2 in a shootout to split the series. Gabbie Hughes and Anna Klein each capitalized on power plays in the second period to give the Bulldogs a 2-0 lead up until the third period. Maddie Rooney ended the night with 37 saves. The Bulldogs look ahead…

The National Champions Return to Tie Gophers in Home Opener

Minnesota Duluth unable to score in OT ending in a tie.

DULUTH, Minn.- The defending National Champions Minnesota Duluth sent their home opener against Minnesota into overtime where it finished tied 1-1. After being down 1-0 for the majority of the game, Peter Krieger would capitalize on the power play to tie the game in the third period. Hunter Shepard was in net with a total of 27 saves. The Bulldogs…