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The Gophers will compete in Big Ten Tournament in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Saturday and Sunday.

Gophers newcomer Devin Skatzka continues to impress after downing his former team

by David Mullen
Published February 21, 2019
Devin Skatzka might be one of the newest members of the Gophers, but he's on track to have his best season yet.
Junior Ivy Lu performs on the uneven bars on Saturday, Feb. 2 at Maturi Pavilion.

Ivy Lu seeks perfection once again

by Paul Hodowanic
Published February 14, 2019
The junior hit a perfect 10 beam routine last year at the Gymquarters Invitational.
Senior Shaun Herzog competes in the floor exercise at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Jan. 26.

New men’s gymnastics captains hope to lead by example

by Paul Hodowanic
Published February 7, 2019
The Gophers have three new captains after losing 10 seniors last season.
Luke Becker and Steve Bleise practice in the current wrestling space in Bierman Athletic complex. The University wrestling team received donations to move from their current practice facility to previous basketball practice facilities.

Now in his second year, Gophers wrestler Steve Bleise feels right at home

by David Mullen
Published January 31, 2019
One year after transfering from Northern Illinois, Steve Bleise said he's fully adjusted to life in Dinkytown.
Sophomore Ona Loper watches her teammate on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019 at Peik Gymnasium on East Bank.

Ona Loper regains confidence after return from season-ending injury

by Paul Hodowanic
Published January 31, 2019
The sophomore led the team in floor exercise and vault scoring prior to her injury.
Freshman gymnast Shane Wiskus performs on the pommel horse during a meet on Jan. 27, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion. 

Youthful men’s gymnastics team has heightened responsibility this season

by Paul Hodowanic
Published January 24, 2019
The 2018 National Championship runner-ups lost 10 seniors, and will look to a large freshman class to keep the team on top.
Mitch McKee warms up during practice at the new Gopher Wrestling Training Facility on Wednesday, Jan. 23.

Mitch McKee is back and better than ever after his third torn meniscus

by David Mullen
Published January 24, 2019
McKee was sidelined in November due to a torn meniscus in his left leg. Four weeks after having surgery, he was back on the mat.
Ethan Anderson demonstrates a winter climb of the "Slicksides" boulder problem on Tuesday, Dec. 4 at Interstate State Park. Interstate is where Anderson first learned to outdoor climb three years ago.

‘Scending ‘Sota: rock climbing’s rise in the land of 10,000 lakes

by Samir Ferdowsi
Published December 6, 2018
From Olympic athletes to industry titans, almost 2,000 miles away from epicenters like Yosemite, a little-known community is crushing walls.
Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor stiff arms Gophers defensive back Jacob Huff at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 25. The Badgers defeated the Gophers 31-0.

Border rivalry? Not so much for Gophers in recent years

by Paul Hodowanic
Published November 21, 2018
The Gophers are trying to break a 14-game losing streak against the Badgers.
Senior Samantha Seliger-Swenson prepares to serve the ball at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 9. The Gophers swept Indiana 3 sets to none.

A well-rounded team along with an offensive machine brings success to Gopher volleyball

by David Mullen
Published November 21, 2018
No. 3 Minnesota are Big Ten champions, riding the program's longest winning streak in history.

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