Sports

Gophers see set with Butler as a chance to get on the right track

by Matt Perkins
Published March 25, 2005

In 2002, Minnesota's baseball team started its season with a sluggish 1-9 record only to turn around with a three-game series sweep at home against Valparaiso, scoring 52 runs in the process. This year,...

Mortimer finishes third in 500 freestyle

by Matt Anderson
Published March 25, 2005

Minnesota senior swimmer Justin Mortimer said he went into his 500-yard freestyle final Thursday night feeling great. Coach Dennis Dale said Mortimer started the race with the mindset to win it. In the...

Maturi stands by his coach

by Aaron Blake
Published March 25, 2005

Athletics Director Joel Maturi said he is very pleased with Laura Halldorson.

To get past Baylor in the Sweet 16, Gophers are looking outside

by David McCoy
Published March 25, 2005

Minnesota's three guards could be the key to downing the Bears on Saturday.

Doubles spell trouble for Gophers’ chances

by Bob Wothe
Published March 24, 2005

Minnesota's second and third doubles teams are just 2-8 so far this season.

Sweet new duo leads Minnesota on a return trip to round of 16

by David McCoy
Published March 24, 2005

Jamie Broback has replaced Lindsay Whalen as Janel McCarville's sidekick.

Gophers hope friendly waters will land top-five

by Matt Anderson
Published March 24, 2005

Minnesota finished seventh the last two times it played host to the national meet.

Chlan true-ly making a name for himself early on

by Matt Perkins
Published March 23, 2005

True freshman Jeremy Chlan is already Minnesota's starter at second base.

Recruiting changes start new era

by Ben Goessling
Published March 22, 2005

Coach Gary Wilson changed his approach after getting burned by a few athletes.

Marten’s departure leaves Gophers with a young team ready to tackle a bumpy road

by Chris Lempesis
Published March 22, 2005

Senior pitcher Lyn Peyer has a big role in replacing Piper Marten this season.