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Minnesota coach Dawn Plitzuweit during the second quarter against UCLA at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom in Los Angeles on Feb. 2, 2025.

Amaya Battle scores 35 points as Gophers beat Gonzaga in OT of WBIT quarterfinal

Amaya Battle capped a dominant performance for the Gophers women's basketball team from the free-throw line. Battle's free throws in overtime helped the second

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Report: Former Gophers coach Kenni Burns placed on administrative leave at Kent State

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Tom Crean praises Ben Johnson's development with Gophers: 'He can really coach'

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No. 1 ranked Wisconsin high school recruit chooses Gophers over Badgers

Grayson Grove confirms he'll stick with Gophers under Niko Medved

Isaac Asuma confirms he will remain with Gophers and play for Niko Medved

Gophers are heavy favorites to advance past Gonzaga in WBIT quarterfinals

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Minnesota's Oliver Moore, left, celebrates his goal with Jimmy Snuggerud, right, during the second period in the game against Michigan State on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at Munn Arena in East Lansing.

Gophers hockey favored to beat UMass in NCAA Tournament opening round

North Dakota Fighting Hawks guard Treysen Eaglestaff (52) moves the ball on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls, S.D.

What kind of roster could the Gophers build with reported $5-6 million budget?

The Gophers' 2025-26 QB room at March 25 Spring Practice

Early impressions from Gophers spring practice: Drake Lindsey's job to lose?

Minnesota forward Frank Mitchell celebrates his basket against Northwestern during the first half at Williams Arena in Minneapolis on Feb. 25, 2025.

Gophers transfer Frank Mitchell commits to St. Bonaventure

Football

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Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck leads his team onto the field during the first quarter against Virginia Tech at the Dukes’ Mayo Bowl at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C., on Jan. 3, 2025.

Gophers extend offer to 2026 Georgia offensive lineman Tyler Chukuyem

Tolleson wide receiver Rico Blassingame makes a catch during a game at the Gotta Believe Athletic Club's 7 on 7 football tournament at the Scottsdale Sports Complex on May 27, 2023, in Scottsdale.

Gophers land commitment from 2026 Arizona WR Rico Blassingame

Quinn Carroll bench-pressing at Minnesota's Pro Day.

Live updates: Tracking everything at Minnesota Gophers Pro Day

Sep 14, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers linebacker Maverick Baranowski (6) and defensive back Koi Perich (3) celebrate their teams win against the Nevada Wolf Pack after the game at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Gophers' projected defensive depth chart heading into spring practice

Sep 14, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers running back Darius Taylor (1) celebrates his teams win against the Nevada Wolf Pack after the game at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Gophers' projected offensive depth chart heading into spring practice

Sep 14, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey (3) calls a play against the Nevada Wolf Pack during the second half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Drake Lindsey reminds Brosmer of his younger self: 'It'll be absolutely incredible'

Jan 3, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck during the first quarter against the Virginia Tech Hokies at the Dukes’ Mayo Bowl at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Gophers football has one of the 30 hardest schedules in the country this season

Gophers athletic director Mark Coyle

Gophers AD Mark Coyle addresses Ben Johnson's firing for first time

Basketball

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Gophers AD Mark Coyle (left) with new men's basketball head coach Niko Medved (right)

5 biggest takeaways from Niko Medved's introductory Gophers press conference

Dec 14, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Thomas (MN) Tommies head coach Johnny Tauer high fives guard Chase Ross (2) during the second half against the Marquette Golden Eagles at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Niko Medved 'open' to Gophers facing St. Thomas in crosstown rivalry

Minnesota assistant coach Dave Thorson reacts against Pittsburgh during the second half at the Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh on Nov. 30, 2021.

Niko Medved will retain Dave Thorson on Gophers men's basketball staff

Niko Medved at his Gophers introductory press conference.

'You ain't getting out of the Barn alive': Niko Medved has big plans for Minnesota's Williams Arena

Mar 20, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Colorado State Rams head coach Niko Medved speaks to the media during the NCAA first round practice session at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Watch live: Niko Medved introduced as Minnesota Gophers head coach

Mar 21, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Colorado State Rams head coach Niko Medved reacts to the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament against the Texas Longhorns at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Where does Niko Medved's contract rank among Big Ten coaches?

Feb 5, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Tulsa Golden Hurricane guard Braeden Carrington (4) drives to the basket against Memphis Tigers guard Colby Rogers (3) during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images

Ex-Gopher and Minnesota Mr. Basketball winner is back in the transfer portal

Jan 22, 2022; Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams head coach Niko Medved talks with guard Chandler Jacobs (13) and guard Isaiah Stevens (4) and forward Dischon Thomas (11) and guard Kendle Moore (3) and guard David Roddy (21) in the second half against the Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Niko Medved's former players react to him taking Gophers job: 'MN is in great hands'

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August Falloon celebrating his first career goal against St. Thomas.

Gophers hockey expected to be without star freshman for NCAA Tournament

Michigan State's Daniel Russell, center, forces the puck past Minnesota's goalie Justen Close, left, to score the game-winning goal with seconds left during the third period on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at Munn Arena in East Lansing.

Gophers hockey has fourth-best odds to win this year's National Championship

Minnesota's Mike Koster celebrates his goal against Michigan State during the first period on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at Munn Arena in East Lansing.

Gophers hockey earns Fargo regional 2-seed, will face UMass in first round

Abbey Murphy fires a shot.

Gophers forward Abbey Murphy earns All-American selection

Wisconsin forward Laila Edwards is congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal against Minnesota in the first period of an NCAA women's Frozen Four semifinal on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Ridder Arena in Minneapolis.

Gophers women's hockey blown out by border rival Wisconsin in Frozen Four

Gophers locker room at 3M Arena at Mariucci

Top podcast Spittin' Chiclets provides in-depth look inside Gophers hockey facilities

Minnesota forward Jimmy Snuggerud, front, skates with the puck against Omaha during the Ice Breaker Tournament on Oct. 12, 2024, in Las Vegas.

Gophers' Jimmy Snuggerud a top-10 finalist for Hobey Baker Award

Sam Rinzel against Wisconsin

Gophers' Sam Rinzel, Jimmy Snuggerud earn postseason Big Ten honors

Recruiting

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Mar 23, 2025; Seattle, WA, USA; Colorado State Rams head coach Niko Medved leads a team huddle against the Maryland Terrapins in the first half at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Transfer portal tracker: Which Gophers are leaving? Notable entries and more

Gophers wrestler Max McEnelly poses for a photo. The redshirt freshman placed third at 184 pounds in the NCAA Championships on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in Philadelphia.

Gophers' Max McEnelly claims third place at 184 pounds at NCAA Championships

Feb. 6, 2013; East Lansing, MI, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Joe Coleman (11) stands on the court against the Michigan State Spartans during 2nd half at Jack Breslin Students Events Center. MSU won 61-50. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-Imagn Images

It has been 14 years since the Gophers signed Minnesota's Gatorade Player of the Year

Nov 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck during the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Gophers schedule official visit with fast-rising 2026 pass rusher

Minnesota forward Frank Mitchell celebrates his basket against Northwestern during the first half at Williams Arena in Minneapolis on Feb. 25, 2025.

Report: Gophers big man Frank Mitchell entering transfer portal

Minnesota forward Kadyn Betts shoots as Morgan State forward Trent Edwards defends during the first half at Williams Arena in Minneapolis on Dec. 29, 2024.

Gophers forward Kadyn Betts enters transfer portal

Nov 7, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; North Dakota Fighting Hawks guard Treysen Eaglestaff (52) dribbles against Iowa Hawkeyes forward Ben Krikke (23) during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Former Minnesota AAU star enters transfer portal after 3 years at North Dakota

Dec 21, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Fairleigh Dickinson Knights guard Terrence Brown (2) dribbles during the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Minneapolis native guard enters the transfer portal after high-scoring season