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Gophers Midfielder Katie Duong launches a pass at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 17. The Gophers went on to a tie game with Nebraska, 1-1.

Oregon wildfires impact Minnesota athletes who call the state home

by Julianna Landis
Published October 1, 2020
Katie Duong and Maya Kaperick, both native Oregonians, speak on their experiences with fires, air pollution and the realities of climate change.
Gophers Wide Receiver Rashod Bateman carries the ball at the 2020 Outback Bowl on Wednesday, Jan. 1.  The Gophers went on to take the game 31-24 over the Auburn Tigers.

Bateman able to return to Gophers in 2020

by Brendan O'Brien
Published September 30, 2020
Gophers star receiver Rashod Bateman’s eligibility was restored by the NCAA after his initial opt out of the 2020 season.
Gophers Defensive back Benjamin St-Juste leaps for an Auburn pass at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida on Wednesday, Jan. 1.

Gophers look to replace key players on defense

by Brendan O'Brien, Sports Reporter
Published September 30, 2020
The Gophers lost a number of key contributors on the defensive end, including star safety Antoine Winfield Jr. and defensive end Carter Coughlin, and will call on returners to fill the void in 2020.
Forward Destiny Pitts looks to pass the ball through a defender at Williams Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019. The Gophers fell to Missouri State 69-77.

Minnesota women’s basketball added a commitment to its 2021-22 roster

by Brendan O'Brien
Published September 29, 2020
The Gophers added Alanna Micheaux, a highly recruited power forward to its 2021-22 class.
Former UMN student-athlete carving out path in sport apparel

Former UMN student-athlete carving out path in sport apparel

by Brendan O'Brien, Sports Reporter
Published September 25, 2020
Sarah Klecker, who competed in cross country and track and field at the U, has designed apparel for wheelchair racing and even running in the frozen tundra.
Wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell raises his arms in celebration of a touchdown at Huntington Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. The Gophers defeated Penn State 31-26 to bring their record to 9-0, a first since 1904.

Gophers football returns familiar faces in 2020

by Brendan O'Brien, Sports Reporter
Published September 25, 2020
The Gophers’ football team returns much of its roster from its successful 2019 campaign, but head coach P.J. Fleck understands that new faces may need to step up at a moment's notice.
Junior Shane Wiskus performs on the rings during the meet against against the Fighting Illini at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Jan. 24.

Moran and Wiskus won’t give up on gymnastics program

by AJ Condon
Published September 24, 2020
The two upperclassmen have struggled with the idea of the program discontinuing but won’t just watch it happen.
Evan Yoder prepares to enter the water to compete against the University of Florida at the Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center on Friday, Oct. 11.

After long hiatus, Gophers’ swim and dive is back in the pool

by Brendan O'Brien
Published September 23, 2020
While the status of meets is still unknown, the Gophers’ swimming and diving teams are back in the pool and preparing for their next opportunity.
Thomas Longbella lines up a shot on the putting green in the indoor golf training facility in April 2019. The facility borders the Les Bolstad Golf Course and allows for practice throughout winter months.

Gophers’ men’s golf improving despite no school competitions this fall

by Matthew Kennedy
Published September 23, 2020
Gophers’ men’s golf keeps fresh outside of NCAA play.
Gophers Wide Receiver Rashod Bateman carries the ball at the 2020 Outback Bowl on Wednesday, Jan. 1.  The Gophers went on to take the game 31-24 over the Auburn Tigers.

Gophers hope Bateman can return this fall

by AJ Condon
Published September 23, 2020
The team’s star receiver Rashod Bateman has shown interest in returning to the team after he opted-out of the season due to health concerns regarding COVID-19.

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