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Forward Destiny Pitts looks to pass the ball through a defender at Williams Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The Gophers fell to Missouri State 69-77.

Gophers’ women’s basketball set to begin 2020-21 season

by Tony Liebert
Published November 25, 2020
With just a few days before the 2020 season officially tips off, the Gophers’ have finally released their schedule for their upcoming campaign.
Gophers running back Mohamed Ibrahim carries the ball at TCF Bank Stadium on Friday, Nov. 13. The Gophers fell to the University of Iowa Hawkeyes 35-7.

Gophers pause team activities, cancel game against Wisconsin

by Nolan O'Hara, Sports Reporter
Published November 24, 2020
Minnesota won’t face Wisconsin for the first time since 1906 amid a rise in positive COVID-19 cases within the program.
The Gophers will take on No. 12 Penn State in Henderson, Nevada, on Friday, looking to rebound from their series loss to the Badgers.

Gophers women’s hockey splits season opening series

by Matthew Kennedy, Sports Reporter
Published November 22, 2020
Gophers goalie Lauren Bench had an impressive debut for Minnesota, stopping 69/71 shots on goal over the weekend.
Gophers forward Jaxon Nelson fights for possession against Penn State at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Thursday, Nov. 19.

Gophers hockey sweeps Penn State in season opener

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published November 21, 2020
Minnesota had a strong showing against the Nittany Lions in its first two games, beating the Nittany Lions 4-1 on Thursday and 3-2 on Friday.
Gophers quarterback Tanner Morgan takes a dive at TCF Bank Stadium on Friday, Nov. 13. The Gophers fell to the University of Iowa Hawkeyes 35-7.

Offense regains familiar form in win over Purdue

by Paul Hodowanic, Sports Reporter
Published November 20, 2020
Rebounding from a one touchdown performance against Iowa, the Gophers won a shootout against the Boilermakers.
Gophers running back Mohamed Ibrahim carries the ball at TCF Bank Stadium on Friday, Nov. 13. The Gophers fell to the University of Iowa Hawkeyes 35-7.

Gophers survive against Purdue after questionable penalty

by Brendan O'Brien, Sports Reporter
Published November 20, 2020
Minnesota almost blew an 11-point lead but were saved by an offensive pass interference penalty followed by an interception.
A Gophers football player watches from the sidelines during a game on Sept. 16, 2017.

Gophers without several players, staff against Purdue

by Brendan O'Brien, Sport Reporter
Published November 20, 2020
Minnesota will be without 20 players due to injury and COVID-19 as well as offensive line coach Brian Callahan and other staff members.
Photo Courtesy of Gopher Athletics

Gophers women’s hockey faces tough schedule including opener against Ohio State

by Matthew Kennedy
Published November 20, 2020
The Gophers face three of the top four WCHA teams in their eight-game slate.
Gophers Head Coach Richard Pitino looks on from the sidelines during a free throw attempt at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Feb. 26. The Gophers entered the second half with a 47-31 lead over the Maryland Terrapins.

Gophers’ hoops opens up against Green Bay

by AJ Condon
Published November 20, 2020
After a long wait, the Gophers’ opening day game has been set. Just like much of the season, the time is still uncertain.
Gophers Guard Marcus Carr prepares to inbound the ball at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 15.  Minnesota defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions 75-69

Carr named to Naismith watch list

by AJ Condon, Sports Reporter
Published November 19, 2020
Carr adds to his preseason accolades.

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