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Bulldogs Sending Kohlwey, Reindl to NCAA D2 Indoor Track and Field Nationals

The pair will be representing UMD at nationals.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Senior Danielle Kohlwey and freshman Haleigh Reindl will be representing Minnesota Duluth this weekend at the NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Championships at Pittsburgh State University. Kohlwey is making her third straight appearance at nationals in the 60–meter hurdles, while Reindl will take part in the 800-meter run. “It’s incredible. It was a goal of…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Wrap Up Regular Season Against #1 St. Cloud State

The Bulldogs will take on the Huskies in their final series of the regular season.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team will be wrapping up their regular season in the toughest way possible. The Bulldogs will travel to St. Cloud State to take on the #1 ranked Huskies. UMD split their home series against SCSU back in mid-January. But the Huskies are undefeated at the Herb Brooks Arena and will celebrate their regular…
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UMD Women’s Basketball Win First NSIC Title Since 2004

The Bulldogs defeated MSU-Moorhead 52-48 in the NSIC championship game.
Sam Ali,

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team knocked off Minnesota State-Moorhead 52-48 to capture the 2019 NSIC tournament championship Tuesday night at the Sanford Health Pentagon. Sarah Grow finished with 17 points and four blocks, taking home NSIC Tournament MVP honors. Grow, Sammy Kozlowski and Katie Stark were named to the All-Tournament Team. Categories: College, Sports, University…
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UMD Women’s Basketball Advances to NSIC Finals

The UMD women's basketball team defeated St. Cloud State in the NSIC semi-finals
Sam Ali,

SIOUX FALLS, SD – Ann Simonet led all scorers with 13 points as the UMD women’s basketball team knocked off St. Cloud State 68-50 in the NSIC semi-finals Monday afternoon at the Sanford Health Pentagon in Sioux Falls. Brooke Olson chipped in with 10 points and six rebounds as the Bulldogs move on to the NSIC championship game Tuesday night….
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Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Advance to WCHA Final Face-Off; Bulldogs Men Sweep Redhawks

Both UMD hockey teams picked up weekend sweeps.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team got out to a quick start and hung on to defeat Bemidji State 4-3 and are moving on the WCHA Final Face-Off. Ryleigh Houston, Anna Klein, Gabbie Hughes and Anneke Linser all scored in Saturday’s win. The Bulldogs will travel to Minneapolis next weekend and take on No. 1 Minnesota in the…
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UMD Women Take 1-0 Series Lead, UMD Men Knock Off Redhawks

The UMD women's hockey team defeated Bemidji State while the men got the win over Miami (OH).
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In game one of the WCHA women’s hockey tournament, Minnesota Duluth got the win over Bemidji State 3-2 Friday night at AMSOIL Arena. Naomi Rogge, Anneke Linser and Gabbie Hughes scored for the Bulldogs, who will look for the sweep of the Beavers tomorrow at 2 p.m. And in the men’s game, Noah Cates scored twice as…
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UMD Women’s Basketball Advance, Men Fall in NSIC First Round

The road to the Pentagon began Wednesday night for the UMD men's and women's basketball teams
Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team took care of business Wednesday night as they took down Southwest Minnesota State 87-57 in the first round of the NSIC tournament. Emma Boehm led all scorers with 22 points while Sarah Grow also pitched in 16 for the Bulldogs. The women advance to the quarterfinals against Augustana Saturday night at 8 p.m….
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Northern Star: Josie Buckley

For this week's segment, we feature a senior on the UMD women's basketball team who's just thankful that she's able to play.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team is having one of their best seasons in program history. But for the seniors on the team, especially forward Josie Buckley, they’re not ready to think about the season winding down. “I just haven’t really been thinking about it much. We’ve been having such a great season and it’s been fun,…
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Bulldogs Basketball Sweeps Doubleheader Against Bemidji State

The Minnesota Duluth men and women ended the regular season with victories.
Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn. – In the first game of the doubleheader, the Minnesota Duluth women picked up the 68-47 win over Bemidji State. Sarah Grow lead all scorers with 18 points while Brooke Olson also pitched in 12 points. With the win, #19 on the season, and #9 in a row at home, they will now host the first round of…
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Coaches Corner: UMD Men’s Basketball

This week's segment features the UMD men's basketball team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talked with the UMD men’s basketball team. We were joined by head coach Justin Wieck and senior forward Sean Burns. Among the topics discussed were the turnaround season for the Bulldogs, as well as the focus on the defensive side for UMD, who are ranked second in points allowed in the…
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Bulldogs Basketball Sweep Eagles in Home Doubleheader

UMD men's and women's Hoops sweep Minnesota Crookston Saturday night
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota-Duluth women’s basketball team picked up their eighth straight victory on home court following their 77-49 win over Minnesota Crookston. Sammy Kozlowski lead the way for the Bulldogs with 22 points, while Sarah Grow pitched in with 12. On the men’s side, it would be a lot closer as the Bulldogs pulled out a 76-67 win….
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Bulldog Women Tie With Mavericks, Men Fall to Fighting Hawks

The UMD women tied Minnesota State, while the men were upset by North Dakota
Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team would tie Minnesota State Friday night 5-5. However, in extra time the Bulldogs would come out victorious in round eight of the shoot-out, moving them into fourth place in the WCHA with one game remaining. Maggie Flaherty scored two power-play goals while Anna Klein, Gabbie Hughes, and Jalyn Elmes also lit the…
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Bulldog Women’s Hockey To Wrap Up Season vs. Mavericks

The UMD women's hockey team have a good chance to lock up a home playoff series in the first round of the WCHA playoffs.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the UMD women’s hockey team, they wrap up their regular season down in Mankato against the Mavericks. The Bulldogs are in prime position to host an opening round playoff series. But for head coach Maura Crowell, UMD still needs to improve their toughness around the net. “We have some great skill and some great players, and…
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UMD Men’s Hockey Set to Renew Rivalry with Fighting Hawks

This will be the Bulldogs' first trip to Grand Forks in two years.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team will renew their rivalry with North Dakota this upcoming weekend. The two teams split their series at AMSOIL Arena back in late November. The Bulldogs will be back at the Ralph Engelstad Arena for the first time in two years, which the team knows is always a tough place to play. “It…
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AMSOIL Arena to Host 2020 Ice Breakers Tournament

The tournament will be held Oct. 9 and 10, 2020.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Duluth announced on Friday that AMSOIL Arena will host the 2020 Ice Breaker Tournament. AMSOIL Arena hosted the 2017 Ice Breaker Tournament, where the opening round drew the fourth largest crowd in AMSOIL history. The Ice Breaker Tournament usually features four teams, each from a different conference. The 24th annual tournament will feature…
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UMD Women’s, Men’s Hockey Both Blanked at Home

Neither UMD hockey team was able to put up a goal in their respective match-ups.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In their regular season home finale, the UMD women’s hockey team were shutout by #2 Wisconsin 3-0 Saturday night at Amsoil Arena. Maddie Rooney finished with a season-high 49 saves in the losing effort as the Bulldogs get set to close out the regular season on the road next week against Minnesota State-Mankato. In the men’s game,…
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Bulldog Women’s Hockey Drops Opener Against Badgers

UMD Women drop WCHA contest against Wisconsin
Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, MINN.- UMD fell Friday night to Wisconsin 6-1 in WCHA Women’s hockey action. Kailee Skinner would net the lone goal for the Bulldogs. Maddie Rooney would get pulled following the conclusion of the second period after allowing four goals on 27 shots. Emma Soderberg stopped 9 of 11 of the shots she faced in the third period. The same…
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Former Bulldogs Captain, Esko Native Karson Kuhlman Recalled by Bruins

The 2018 Frozen Four MVP is moving up from the AHL in Providence to the NHL in Boston.
Sam Ali,

BOSTON, Mass. – Esko native Karson Kuhlman was one of the biggest reasons the UMD men’s hockey team won their second ever national championship back in April of last year. Days after that win, the 2018 Frozen Four MVP was signed by the Boston Bruins and has spent time in their developmental system. But Wednesday, he got the call of…
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Bulldogs Alum Balts Joins Football Coaching Staff

Former UMD wide receiver Jason Balts will now serve as running backs coach.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former Minnesota Duluth wide receiver Jason Balts is joining the Bulldogs coaching staff. Balts will serve as the running backs coach under new offensive coordinator Chase Vogler. Balts was a star for the Bulldogs before getting injured during week four of his senior season. During his junior year, Balts set career-highs in pass receptions, touchdown catches and…
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Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Falls to Huskies, Split Weekend Series

Naomi Rogge and Anneke Linser scored in Minnesota Duluth's loss.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team fell into an early hole and couldn’t climb out fast enough as St. Cloud State got the 3-2 win to split the series with the Bulldogs. Naomi Rogge and Anneke Linser both scored for the Bulldogs. UMD will host No. 2 Wisconsin next weekend. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
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Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Tops Huskies

Four different players scored in Minnesota Duluth's win over St. Cloud State.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, MINN.- The Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team would strike twice in the opening period in rout to a 4-2 win over visiting St. Cloud State on Friday night in a WCHA Conference game. Lizi Norton, Sydney Brodt, McKenzie Hewett, and Ryleigh Houston all scored goals for UMD while Maddie Rooney would make 21 saves for the victory. The two…
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Former Bulldogs National Championship QB Chase Vogler Talks New Gig with UMD Football

Vogler was named UMD's new offensive coordinator earlier this week.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Earlier this week, the UMD football team announced that a former Bulldog would be returning to campus to become the new offensive coordinator. That former player was none other than Chase Vogler. Vogler was the starting quarterback for the 2010 Bulldogs team that won the program’s second-ever national championship. He has spent the past five seasons at…
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Denfeld’s Erik Nelson Signs NLI for UMD Football

The Hunters' big man will be blocking for the Bulldogs this fall.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Denfeld’s Erik Nelson signed his National Letter of Intent Wednesday afternoon to join the UMD football program. Nelson, an offensive lineman, is excited for this next step and to be a Bulldog. “When I started the recruiting process, my end goal was UMD because I thought that was a good place where I would fit and…
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UMD’s Hunter Shepard Named HCA National Goaltender of the Month

The Cohasset native went 5-1 in the month of January.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD junior goalie Hunter Shepard was named National DI men’s goaltender of the month by the Hockey Commissioners’ Association. During the month of January, Shepard went 5–1 with a .944 saves percentage and a 1.34 goals against average, which ranks third in the nation. He also posted back-to-back shutouts and held opponents scoreless in 13 periods of…
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Bulldogs’ Hughes Named WCHA Rookie of the Month

Gabbie Hughes currently leads UMD with 29 points.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD women’s hockey freshman forward Gabbie Hughes was named WCHA Rookie of the Month for January, the league announced on Monday. Hughes led both the NCAA and WCHA rookies during the month in points with 12 scoring six goals and six assists over eight games. Hughes currently leads the team with 29 points on 15 goals and 14…
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Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Top Second-Ranked Gophers in Overtime

Naomi Rogge scored the game-winner in overtime.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – In their third overtime game of the season, the UMD women’s hockey team finally came out on top against No. 2 Minnesota, 3-2 at Ridder Arena on Saturday night. Kylie Hanley and Gabbie Hughes both scored in regulation while Naomi Rogge scored the game-winner in overtime. The Bulldogs and Gophers will play each other again on Sunday…
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Bulldogs Basketball Split Doubleheader Against Warriors

The UMD women's basketball knocked off Winona State Friday night at Romano Gym.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team shot 60% from the field as they blow by Winona State 80-59 Friday night at Romano Gym. Emma Boehm led the Bulldogs with 18 points as they win their third straight. On the men’s side, the Bulldogs couldn’t shake a slow start as they fall to the Warriors 65-53. Senior Sean Burns…
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Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Heads to Colorado College This Weekend

The UMD men's hockey team will play a two-game series against Colorado College, a team they swept in November.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team will hit the road for a two game series at Colorado College this weekend. The Bulldogs swept the Tigers back in November when UMD hosted Colorado College to open NCHC play, but the Bulldogs know to expect a different battle this time around. “They’re good on the big rink,…
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Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Sweeps Mavericks; Women Fall to Bobcats

With the win, the UMD men have now swept back-to-back series.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – It would take a while for the offense to get going, but the UMD men’s hockey team once again found its momentum in the second period as the Bulldogs got the 3-1 win over Omaha and sweep the series. Dylan Samberg, Koby Bender and Parker Mackay all scored for the Bulldogs, while Bender’s was his first collegiate…
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Bulldogs Basketball Sweep Doubleheader Against Wolves

Both UMD squads got close wins over Northern State on Saturday.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Both the Minnesota Duluth men and women picked up wins at Romano Gym on Saturday against Northern State. For the women, Sammy Kozlowski led the way with 16 points as the Bulldogs got the 57-41 win. This was the first time UMD has defeated Northern State in 14 attempts. The win also pushed the Bulldogs to 7-0…
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Bulldogs Women Top Bobcats; Men Dominate Mavericks

Nick Swaney netted the first UMD hat trick since 2016 while Kylie Hanley scored her first collegiate goal.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – In the first ever meeting between the UMD women and Quinnipiac, the Bulldogs scored three unanswered to get the win, 3-1. Lizi Norton, Ashton Bell and Kylie Hanley (her first career goal) all scored for the Bulldogs. Maddie Rooney made 23 saves in the win. The Bulldogs and Bobcats will meet again on Saturday at 3:07 p.m….
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Bulldogs Basketball Split Doubleheader Against Dragons

The UMD women handed MSU Moorhead its first NSIC loss of the season.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team took down No. 24 MSU Moorhead 69-53 to hand the Dragons their first NSIC loss of the season and snap their 14-game win streak. Sammy Kozlowski led all scorers with 20 points while Sarah Grow had 12 and Emma Boehm had 10. For the men, they couldn’t climb out of their…
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Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Staying Home for Nonconference Series

UMD will host Quinnipiac for the first time in program history.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hoceky team is staying at home this weekend for a nonconference series against Quinnipiac. This is the first ever meeting between the two teams and although the Bulldogs are unfamiliar with the east coast Bobcats, they’re ready for the challenge and to build off their current momentum. “Everyone should be scared when they come to…
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Bulldogs Women, Men Sweep Weekend Series

The Minnesota Duluth women dominated Ohio State while the men shut out Miami (OH) for the fourth consecutive time.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team capped off its first home series of 2019 on a high note, getting the 6-3 win over Ohio State and sweeping the No. 5 Buckeyes. The Bulldogs got off to another quick start and pulled away in the third to get the win. Naomi Rogge and Sydney Brodt each scored twice…
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Bulldog Women Use Strong First Period to Upset No. 5 Ohio State

Naomi Rogge scored twice as the UMD women's hockey team upset No. 5 Ohio State.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team jumped out to a 4-1 lead in the first period as they hung on to upset No. 5 Ohio State 5-2 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Naomi Rogge scored twice for the Bulldogs, who also got goals from Sydney Brodt, Anna Klein and Gabbie Hughes. Maddie Rooney finished with 39 saves. Categories:…
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Bulldog Women’s Hockey Excited for Rematch Against Buckeyes

Ohio State swept Minnesota Duluth back in November in Columbus.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Back in November, the UMD women’s hockey team were in Columbus taking on then-seventh ranked Ohio State. The Bulldogs scored the first goal in both games, but struggled the rest of the way offensively as the Buckeyes swept UMD. This weekend, fifth-ranked OSU will come in to Amsoil Arena as the Bulldogs look to flip the script…
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Bulldogs Basketball Sweeps Beavers in Double Header

The Minnesota Duluth women dominated its way to a win while the men edged out Minot State.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – It was a good day to be a Bulldog as both Minnesota Duluth basketball teams picked up home wins over Minot State. For the women, they dominated the Beavers, getting the 79-51 win. Emma Boehm scored 15 points while Payton Kahl and Sarah Grow each scored 10. The Bulldogs (9-4) will play at Minnesota State Mankato on…
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Huskies Score Four Unanswered to Top Bulldogs, Split Series

Riley Tufte and Justin Richards both scored for Minnesota Duluth in the loss.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team got off to a hot start on Saturday, jumping out to a 2-0 lead early in the first. But St. Cloud State would score two late in the period to tie things up, but the Huskies would score one in the second and one more in the third to get the…
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Bulldog Women top Marauders, Men Fall in Triple OT

The UMD women's basketball team was able to pull away late against U-Mary.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Senior guard Sammy Kozlowski finished with career-highs in points and steals as the Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team knocked off U-Mary 78-70 Friday night at Romano Gym. Kozlowski scored 26 points and recorded 8 steals. Ann Simonet chipped in with 18 points for UMD, who improve to 8-4 on the season, including 7-2 in the NSIC. For…
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Two-Goal Third Period Pushes Bulldogs Past Huskies

The UMD men's hockey team knocks off top-ranked St. Cloud State 3-1.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In a match-up of two of the top teams in the country, #5 Minnesota Duluth got the win over top-ranked St. Cloud State 3-1 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Nick Swaney, Noah Cates and Justin Richards all scored for the Bulldogs. Hunter Shepard was sharp in net as he finished with 30 saves. UMD improves to 12-5-2…
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Fifth-Ranked Bulldogs Prepare to Face Former Assistant Larson, Top-Ranked Huskies

Former UMD assistant coach Brett Larson will return to Duluth for the first time since leaving for St. Cloud State.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend, the awkwardness will be at an all-time high when former UMD assistant coach Brett Larson brings his top–ranked St. Cloud State team to take on the fifth-ranked Bulldogs. Larson had two different stints with UMD and both times he was there when the Bulldogs won their two national championships. The team says it’s going to…
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Sandelin, Bulldogs Trio Return from World Juniors

The foursome helped Team USA capture their fourth straight medal.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team is finally back to full strength as a group of Bulldogs have returned from their run at the IIHF World Junior Championships. Head coach Scott Sandelin, as well as freshman Noah Cates, defenseman and Hermantown native Dylan Samberg and Team USA captain Mikey Anderson helped the United States capture the silver medal….
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Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Scores Four in Third to Defeat Mavericks

Gabbie Hughes scored twice to help complete the comeback.
Claudia Chakamian,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Down 3-1 in the third, the University of Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team scored four unanswered goals to beat Minnesota State-Mankato 5-3 and claim third place at the Minnesota Cup. Gabbie Hughes got the Bulldogs on the board in the second. She would score again in the third, along with McKenzie Hewett, Kailee Skinner and Anna Klein to complete the…
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Bulldog Men’s Hockey Fall to USA U-18 Team; Gophers Take Down UMD Women in Overtime

The UMD women fell to rival Minnesota while the men fell to the USA U-18 team in an exhibition.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team returned to AMSOIL Arena Saturday night for an exhibition against the USA U-18 team but the Bulldogs struggled to get much going offensively as the U-18 team wins 4-2. Tanner Laderoute and Justin Richards both scored for the Bulldogs. UMD (11-6-2) will return to conference play and host St. Cloud State next…
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Bulldogs Basketball Sweeps Huskies in Double Header

The women's team battled back from a 12-point fourth quarter deficit while the men kept it close but ultimately came out on top.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth men’s and women’s basketball teams were in action Sunday afternoon and both came away with wins over NSIC opponent St. Cloud State. The UMD women’s basketball team rallied from a 12-point fourth quarter deficit to get the 59-54 win over the Huskies. Brooke Olson finished with a career-high 17 points and 10 rebounds while…
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Northern Star: Brandon Myer

For this week's segment, we talk with the UMD junior forward who takes his preparation very seriously.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In the middle of the Northland’s first winter storm of the season, Brandon Myer is still at practice one hour early. “Like all the greats that play in the NBA, they say confidence comes with preparation. If you out-prepare the people you play against, then you’re more likely to do better,” said Myer. Myer says it’s just…
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Bulldog Men’s Hockey Open Desert Hockey Classic Against Mavericks

The UMD men's hockey team defeated MSU-Mankato in the regional playoffs last season.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team will take on Minnesota State-Mankato in the opening round of the Desert Hockey Classic tournament. It is a team that the Bulldogs are very familiar with as UMD knocked off the Mavericks in the first round of last season’s NCAA West Regionals. “They just work hard. That’s one thing I think they’re…
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With Sandelin Gone at World Juniors, Herter Leads Bulldogs to Desert Hockey Classic

The UMD men's hockey team will be headed by associate head coach Jason Herter.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – With Scott Sandelin away at the World Juniors, UMD associate head coach Jason Herter steps in to lead the Bulldogs into the Desert Hockey Classic this weekend. This past summer, Herter was promoted to associate head coach after spending eight years as an assistant on Sandelin’s staff. He says he is honored to take the reigns this…
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Trio of Bulldogs Make U.S. National Junior Team

UMD sophomore defenseman Dylan Samberg, freshman forward Noah Cates and sophomore defenseman Mikey Anderson made the final roster.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. –  After three days of training camp in Everett, Washington, Minnesota Duluth’s Dylan Samberg, Mikey Anderson and Noah Cates made the U.S. National Junior Team final roster. The trio will represent the U.S. at the 2019 International Ice Hockey Federation World Juniors Championship in Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia Dec. 26 – Jan. 5. The U.S. will open…
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Hunters’ Logan Jasper Signs NLI for UMD Baseball

The Denfeld catcher will be heading to UMD to play college baseball.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Denfeld’s Logan Jasper announced on his Twitter account Thursday that he won’t be going too far to play college baseball as he will join the UMD Bulldogs. Jasper is coming off a junior campaign where he was named to the All-Section and Conference First Team. Over the past four seasons while primarily playing catcher, Jasper has a…