Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily
Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily
Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily
Alex Karwowski

Alex Karwowski, Sports Editor

Alex Karwowski ventured north from his hometown of South Elgin, Illinois to the University of Minnesota where he studies journalism with minors in political science and leadership. He spent the last two years as a sports reporter for the Daily where he was the lead beat writer for Gophers volleyball and basketball. When Alex is not on deadline, he enjoys playing Tuba in the Minnesota Marching Band, watching Chicago sports and ice-cold lemonade.

All content by Alex Karwowski
Suni Lee’s 14.875 score on the bars on Sunday night was the highest overall at the Olympic Trials.

Quitting was never an option for Suni Lee in 2024 Olympic journey

by Alex Karwowski
Published July 2, 2024

Former Gopher Cam Christie drafted to Los Angeles Clippers

by Alex Karwowski
Published June 28, 2024
Gophers going for gold

Gophers going for gold

by Alex Karwowski
Published June 27, 2024
The new gymnastics facility is set to be completed in January 2025.

New gymnastics facility to provide safe, efficient practices for athletes

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 30, 2024
The Gophers men’s basketball team finished the season 19-15 while the women’s program went on a postseason run to finish 20-16.

Minnesota Gophers basketball player tracker

by Alex Karwowski and Champ Howard
Published April 21, 2024
The Gophers defeated Marquette in their only home spring matchup.

Gophers volleyball using the spring season to navigate the fall

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 15, 2024
Cam Christie (right) will enter the 2024 NBA draft process.

Gophers freshman Cam Christie to enter 2024 NBA draft lottery

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 12, 2024
Vance VomBaur walked away with his first NCAA All-American title.

Vance VomBaur goes from injury to victory

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 11, 2024
Coach Dawn Plitzuweit on Feb. 28. The Gophers ended their season 20-16 after playing in the WNIT championship game.

Gophers struggle to score in WNIT championship game, lose 69-50

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 8, 2024
Gophers tennis upset No. 62 nationally-ranked Iowa on Sunday.

Aiva Schmitz serves up early conference wins for Gophers tennis

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 2, 2024
The Gophers advanced to the Super 16 after a 77-62 win over Pacific University.

Mara Braun returns to Gophers lineup, ignites WNIT run

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 29, 2024
Micheal Blockhous, a sixth year senior, beat his opponent from Northwestern on Sunday, Feb. 4. The Gophers swept the Wildcats from Northwestern with a score of 39-0. Isaiah Salazar and Patrick McKee both competed in the title match for their weight class at the Big Ten tournament.

Gophers wrestling staying disciplined leading up to NCAA Tournament

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 20, 2024
The Gophers were ranked No. 14 in the Big Ten preseason rankings.

Gophers men’s basketball erasing negative projections, exceeding expectations

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 19, 2024
The Gophers still have the opportunity to play in the postseason.

Gophers women’s basketball defeats Rutgers, loses to Michigan in Big Ten Tournament

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 10, 2024
Caitlin Clark is now 17 points away from breaking the NCAA all-time scoring record.

Caitlin Clark delivers dazzling performance in Minneapolis

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 28, 2024
The Gophers fell from No. 74 to No. 78 in the NCAA NET rankings after losing to Nebraska.

Gophers men’s basketball balancing postseason hopes on moral victories

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 26, 2024
The Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul on February 25, 2024. The Big Ten men’s and women’s basketball, NCAA Frozen Four, USA Gymnastics Olympic Trials, World Juniors Hockey all coming to the Twin Cities starting in March.

High-level basketball, hockey, gymnastics tournaments coming to Twin Cities in 2024 and beyond

by Grace Aigner and Alex Karwowski
Published February 25, 2024
Mara Braun shoots the basketball while guarded by Chloe Moore-Mcneil on Jan. 17, 2024.

Gophers women’s basketball slowly acclimating without leading scorer

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 19, 2024
Gophers volleyball huddles together during a match against Rutgers on Oct. 20, 2023.

Former Gophers volleyball players help trailblaze the Pro Volleyball Federation in inaugural year

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 14, 2024
Gophers volleyball huddles together during a match against Rutgers on Oct. 20, 2023.

Gophers volleyball embraces change in the offseason

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 13, 2024
The Gophers women’s tennis is exceeding expectations.

Gophers tennis coach to face familiar foe

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 8, 2024
Garrett Joles raises his hand after beating his opponent from Northwestern on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2023. The Gophers swept the Wildcats from Northwestern with a score of 39-0.

Gophers wrestling letting wins speak for themselves

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 6, 2024
Guard Mara Braun charges for the basket during the Gophers game against Lehigh, Nov. 13, 2022.

Mara Braun out indefinitely for Gophers women’s basketball

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 29, 2024
A UMPD vehicle at their headquarters on the University of Minnesota campus on Thursday, June 18, 2020.

Suspect facing several charges after threatening UMN

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 28, 2024
Pharrel Payne shooting a free throw against Bethune-Cookman on Nov. 6, 2023.

Gophers men’s basketball unfazed by recent setbacks

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 23, 2024
Forward Mallory Heyer raises her arms, preparing to defend a UConn Husky from making a layup on Nov. 19, 2023.

Women’s basketball stresses need for intense defense against top-ranked teams

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 21, 2024
University of Minnesota softball faces off against Concordia University at their home field, Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on Oct. 20, 2023. The Gophers won with a score of 3-2.

A deep-dive look into the Gophers softball and baseball seasons

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 21, 2024
The University of Minnesota Police Department on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2023.

UMN gives all clear after campus shooting threat

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 11, 2024
Dawson Garcia launches a three-pointer against Bethune-Cookman on Nov. 6, 2023.

Gophers men’s basketball developing a winning mindset

by Alex Karwowski
Published December 7, 2023
Basketballs featuring the colors of all 14 teams line the wall of the Target Center during the Big Ten mens basketball media days on Oct. 10, 2023.

Gophers women’s basketball fields symphony of talent

by Alex Karwowski
Published December 4, 2023
Fans stood outside Williams Arena after the Gophers womens basketball game on Nov. 19 and waited for the UConn team to board the bus.

Heartfelt rivalry resurfaces in homegrown talent showdown

by Alex Karwowski
Published November 29, 2023
Gopher player Elise McGhie (left) Zeynep Palabiyik (right) at their game on Oct. 15, 2023.

Gophers volleyball closes regular season with bid to NCAA Tournament

by Alex Karwowski
Published November 29, 2023
Gopher Mens basketball players Parker Fox and Jack Wilson high-fiving during their game versus Bethune Cookman on Monday Nov. 6, 2023 at the Barn at the University of Minnesota.

Gophers join college basketball’s season of surprises

by Alex Karwowski
Published November 27, 2023
Bella (left) and Reese (right) McCauley posing together on the fairway.

McCauley sisters reunited in UMN golf program

by Alex Karwowski
Published November 21, 2023
Gophers volleyball huddles together during a match against Rutgers on Oct. 20, 2023

Gophers volleyball late-season adjustments pay off

by Alex Karwowski
Published November 21, 2023
Sofia Pinto hit a ball across the court in practice Nov. 10.

Gophers women’s tennis shaping to be silent victors in the spring

by Alex Karwowski
Published November 15, 2023
Mike Mitchell and Parker Fox on the Gopher mens basketball team talking through the game during a free throw on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023 at Williams Arena.

Gophers men’s basketball eyeing long-term success

by Alex Karwowski
Published November 14, 2023
Gophers are acclimating to their new team members.

All eyes on Gophers women’s basketball under new leadership

by Alex Karwowski
Published November 6, 2023
The Gopher volleyball game on Oct. 20, 2023.

Analysis: A season of ups and downs for Gophers volleyball

by Alex Karwowski
Published October 31, 2023
University of Minnesotas Mens Basketball teams media day on Oct. 27, 2023.

Fox and Ihnen’s journey of resilience and return to basketball

by Alex Karwowski
Published October 30, 2023
”Mckenna can fly,” Greg said in an interview with the Minnesota Daily on Oct. 17. Mckenna Wucherer on Oct. 15, 2023.

A daughter’s tribute: Mckenna Wucherer’s purpose for pink

by Alex Karwowski
Published October 24, 2023
Head coach Keegan Cook (center) giving the Gophers volleyball team pointers during a break in play on Oct. 15, 2023.

Gophers volleyball commits build community before taking the court

by Alex Karwowski
Published October 22, 2023
The volleyball team will play in their third conference game this season on Friday.

Frequent errors led Gophers to go unranked

by Alex Karwowski
Published October 16, 2023
Basketballs featuring the colors of all 14 teams line the wall of the Target Center during the Big Ten mens basketball media days on Oct. 10, 2023.

Returning talent set to give Gophers men’s basketball competitive edge

by Alex Karwowski
Published October 11, 2023
All 14 Big Ten logos lined the walls of the Target Center, Monday, as athletes and coaches walked between media stations.

Big Ten coaches face similar challenges within their programs

by Alex Karwowski
Published October 10, 2023
jDdcRWM61NwpIKeXfcO1nyL2G3Sk0Y-eJ5GFdp_sKR0E3EDgfo1lYVx1KtQVaIMgKfifm7z6r8fmyE4ZThTKioDKL0RyhSceYa_LnDJSvnYbkP7pblT3WGCpTX0IqQbBG-1RMn5KYzfQ1BUvpmTyoy0

Gophers rowing, not for the faint of heart

by Alex Karwowski
Published October 3, 2023
The volleyball team will play in their third conference game this season on Friday.

Analysis: Gophers volleyball noticing growth after first stint of conference play

by Alex Karwowski
Published September 29, 2023
Sophomore Aiva Schmitz practicing her backhand in a cross-court drill on Sept. 22.

Gophers women’s tennis begins fall season with a fresh start

by Alex Karwowski
Published September 24, 2023
The Gophers play against the High Point Panthers on Sept. 14, 2023 at the first day and match of the Diet Coke Classic.

Analysis: Collective over individual, philosophies must change for Gophers volleyball

by Alex Karwowski
Published September 19, 2023
Fifth-year Grace Curran did well ANNIKA Intercollegiate tournament.

Gophers women’s golf set program records after two in-season tournaments

by Alex Karwowski
Published September 17, 2023
The fifth year transfer has already taken on a leadership role on the Gophers volleyball team.

Kylie Murr bringing hyper-competitive attitude to Minnesota volleyball

by Alex Karwowski
Published August 4, 2023
Minnesota gained a new head coach, but lost two players, to intraconference transfers.

Transfers invites discussion among Big Ten volleyball coaches, athletes

by Alex Karwowski
Published August 4, 2023
The womens basketball guard has been shooting pictures with her new camera since May.

Amaya Battle and her search for the perfect shot

by Alex Karwowski
Published July 30, 2023
Logan Cooley during the Gophers game against the Michigan Wolverines on Saturday, March 18 in the Big Ten Tournament Championship.

Logan Cooley signs 3-year entry-level contract with Arizona Coyotes

by Alex Karwowski
Published July 27, 2023
The Gophers will play their first match on Aug. 18 in an exhibition match against Northern Iowa.

A glimpse into the Keegan Cook Era of Minnesota volleyball

by Alex Karwowski
Published July 19, 2023
The Gophers are prepping for their first home game, and first game of the season, on Aug. 31.

Gophers football discusses offseason developments and role model culture

by Alex Karwowski
Published July 18, 2023
The games will be spread over six days, starting on Aug. 19.

Gophers women’s basketball goes global on foreign tour

by Alex Karwowski
Published July 14, 2023
The wrestlers

Gophers wrestling program growing in popularity after two alumni make US World Team

by Alex Karwowski
Published July 6, 2023
Parker Fox talks with his teammates before round one of the Big Ten Tournament in Chicago, in March.

Gopher men’s basketball summer workouts showcase a brighter future

by Alex Karwowski
Published June 27, 2023
Athletic Director Mark Coycle announced in May Lois Arterberry would be the head coach.

Gophers tennis program rejuvenates after injury-riddled season

by Alex Karwowski
Published June 20, 2023
A new gymnastics building was approved by the Board Friday. This is a rendering of the building, which would be located in Athletes Village.

Board of Regents approve construction of new gymnastics performance center

by Alex Karwowski
Published June 9, 2023
Isabella McCauley at the first day of the Big 10 Championships on April 21, 2023.

Gopher women’s golf looking to build program around McCauley

by Alex Karwowski
Published June 4, 2023
Freshman Isabella McCauley finished with a score of 213 over the three days.

UMN women’s golf finishes Big 10 tournament 9th overall

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 25, 2023
Freshman Isabella McCauley finished with a score of 213 over the three days.

UMN golfer Isabella McCauley leading team

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 20, 2023
Williams Arena as seen on Monday, June 17, 2019.

Dawn Plitzuweit brings new talent to women’s basketball

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 14, 2023
The teams remaining matches will be recorded as forfeits. Photo taken by Brad Rempel.

Gophers women’s tennis forced to end season early

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 13, 2023
Steveson competed for the Gophers from 2018-2022.

Gable Steveson announces amateur wrestling return

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 11, 2023
The teams remaining matches will be recorded as forfeits. Photo taken by Brad Rempel.

Women’s tennis enters conference homestretch, 8-match losing streak

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 5, 2023
Mya Hooten finished with a score of 9.900 on floor. Photo by Kelly Hagenson.

Gophers gymnastics falls short of regional final

by Alex Karwowski
Published April 3, 2023
Max McHugh demonstrates the breaststroke in the Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center on Monday, March 11, 2019.

Max McHugh ends Gophers swimming career with NCAA title

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 28, 2023
Guard Katie Borowicz looks to pass the ball in-bounds to her teammates during Minnesotas game against Kentucky, Dec. 7, 2022. The Gophers lost, 80-74.

Katie Borowicz medically retires from Gopher women’s basketball

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 22, 2023
Jaden Henley blocks a shot from Indiana during the game on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

2 Gophers enter NCAA Transfer Portal

by The Franz and Alex Karwowski
Published March 13, 2023
Freshman guard/forward Jaden Henley helped pull the Gophers ahead in their game against Nebraska on Wednesday.

Men’s basketball falls short in Big Ten Tournament round 2

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 10, 2023
Jaden Henley blocks a shot from Indiana during the game on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Men’s basketball regular season ends with 6th straight loss to Badgers

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 6, 2023
The Gophers will compete in Big Ten Tournament in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Saturday and Sunday.

UMN wrestlers hope to qualify for NCAA Tournament this weekend

by Alex Karwowski
Published March 3, 2023
Guard Mara Braun charges for the basket during the Gophers game against Lehigh, Nov. 13, 2022.

UMN women’s basketball beats Purdue, final regular season game

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 28, 2023
Forward Alanna Micheaux shoots the ball at the game against Nebraska on Wednesday, Feb. 15.

UMN women’s basketball earns first Big Ten win in nearly a month

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 20, 2023
Forward Alanna Micheaux shoots during the game against Michigan on Sunday, Jan. 29.

Gophers women’s basketball losing streak grows

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 14, 2023
An Iowa State wrestler takes down Gopher Wrestler Boo Dryden at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Jan. 22, 2021.

Hawkeyes narrowly defeat Gophers wrestling as regular season winds down

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 8, 2023
The team huddles between plays during their game against Indiana on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Gophers men’s basketball’s losing streak now up to 7

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 8, 2023
The team huddles between plays during their game against Indiana on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Northwestern blows out UMN men’s basketball in Windy City

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 30, 2023
The team huddles with coach Ben Johnson during a timeout at their game against Indiana on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Up-and-down season for young UMN men’s basketball team

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 27, 2023
Forward Jamison Battle dribbles down the court in a game against the University of Wisconsin on Feb. 23, 2022 at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minn.

UMN men’s basketball drops 2 home games after knocking off Ohio

by Alex Karwowski
Published January 23, 2023
McKenna Wucherer goes up to spike the ball during the Gophers game against Wisconsin, Sept. 25, 2022.

Gophers volleyball’s season ends in Sweet 16 loss to Ohio

by Alex Karwowski
Published December 12, 2022
Coach PJ Fleck leads the Gophers to a victory over Colorado, Sept. 17.

Gophers sign PJ Fleck to new 7-year contract extension

by Alex Karwowski
Published December 8, 2022
Middle blocker Carter Booth celebrates a point during the Gophers game against Wisconsin, Sept. 25.

Gophers volleyball advances to Sweet 16 in NCAA tournament

by Alex Karwowski
Published December 6, 2022
Load More Stories
Advertisement
Minnesota Daily Media
2221 University Ave. SE, STE 450
Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 435-5657
Sections
About the Daily
Policies & Procedures
Minnesota Daily Media

2221 University Ave. SE, STE 450
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: (612)435-5657
Email: [email protected]
The Minnesota Daily • © 2024 The Minnesota Daily • Privacy Policy • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in

Accessibility Toolbar