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Senior Marino Alpeza competes in his singles match on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

Gophers end season in first round of the NCAA Tournament

by David Mullen
Published May 6, 2019
Senior Marino Alpeza competes in his singles match on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

Trust in himself has led to success for senior Marino Alpeza

by David Mullen
Published May 2, 2019
Sophomore Jackson Allen returns the ball on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

After promising start, the Gophers fall in second round of the Big Ten Tournament

by David Mullen
Published April 29, 2019
Senior Caitlyn Merzbacher returns the ball during her singles match against the University of Montana at the Baseline Tennis Center on Saturday, Feb. 2.

As playing career ends, Caitlyn Merzbacher hopes to start new chapter as coach

by David Mullen
Published April 25, 2019
Senior Marino Alpeza competes in his singles match on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

Gophers fall in the final two regular season matches of the year

by David Mullen
Published April 23, 2019

Gophers women’s tennis finish off the regular season with three straight victories at home over the weekend

by David Mullen
Published April 22, 2019
Sophomore Vlad Lobak prepares to return the ball on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

Mental growth helps Vlad Lobak exceed expectations in second season

by David Mullen
Published April 18, 2019
Fans cheer on Gopher volleyball on Dec. 1, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion in Minneapolis.

Major changes coming to Maturi Pavilion

by David Mullen
Published April 18, 2019
Junior Tina Kreinis returns the ball at the Baseline Tennis Center on Friday, April 12.

Gophers finish the weekend 1-1 against two ranked opponents

by David Mullen
Published April 15, 2019
Senior Josip Krstanovic returns the ball on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

Gophers finish Michigan road trip by downing the Michigan State Spartans

by David Mullen
Published April 15, 2019

Gophers extend volleyball head coach Hugh McCutcheon

by David Mullen
Published April 11, 2019
Junior Stefan Milicevic competes in his singles match on Friday, April 5th, 2019.

Tennis: Men sweep, women swept in weekend matches

by David Mullen
Published April 8, 2019
Junior Barbara Mancera returns the ball during her singles match against the University of South Dakota at the Baseline Tennis Center on Friday, Feb. 9.

As Bita Mancera’s tennis days are coming to an end, growth is evident

by David Mullen
Published April 4, 2019
Junior Eli Ogilvy returns the ball on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

Despite hot start, Gophers drop fourth-straight conference match

by David Mullen
Published April 2, 2019
Senior Josip Krstanovic competes in his singles match on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

Josip Krstanovic steps into important role for Gophers

by David Mullen
Published March 28, 2019
Redshirt senior Ethan Lizak at 133 competes during the match against South Dakota State on Sunday, Nov. 25 at Maturi Pavilion.

Four Gophers wrestlers reach All-American status at NCAA Tournament

by David Mullen
Published March 25, 2019
Senior Josip Krstanovic competes in his singles match on Friday, March 22 at the Baseline Tennis Center. 

Gophers men’s tennis drop two conferences matches over the weekend

by David Mullen
Published March 25, 2019

Gophers win one and lose one over the weekend

by David Mullen
Published March 25, 2019
Sophomore Camila Vargas Gomez cheers at Baseline Tennis Center on Saturday, Mar. 4, 2017. The Gophers played against the University of Wisconsin.

Gophers’ sweep two opponents on East Coast trip, extending their winning streak

by David Mullen
Published March 18, 2019
Outside hitter Alexis Hart jumps to spike the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 7, 2019. The Gophers were upset by Oregon, losing 3 sets to 1. 

Gophers take special trip to Japan

by David Mullen
Published March 14, 2019
Gable Steveson stands on the podium after receiving his second place award on Sunday, March 10, 2019 at Williams Arena in Minneapolis. Steveson lost the match against Anthony Cassar of Penn State 4-3.

Seven Gophers wrestlers place in Big Ten tournament

by David Mullen
Published March 12, 2019
Redshirt junior Carson Brolsma competes during the match against the University of Maryland on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers prepare for Big Ten tournament after three weeks off

by David Mullen
Published March 7, 2019
Senior Caitlyn Merzbacher returns the ball during her singles match against the University of Montana at the Baseline Tennis Center on Saturday, Feb. 2.

Gopher’s men’s tennis sweeps at home, while women’s team loses

by David Mullen
Published March 5, 2019
Sophomore opposite hitter Stephanie Samedy eyes the ball as she serves during the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. The Gophers beat Northwestern in all three sets.

Gophers volleyball players travel to Colorado with national team ambitions

by David Mullen
Published March 4, 2019
Junior Ryan Zuhlsdorf skates away from the Gophers' goal during the game against Arizona State on Friday, March 1 at 3M at Mariucci Arena. 

Minnesota’s power play attack leads the way to upset No. 12 Arizona State

by David Mullen
Published March 2, 2019

Gophers’ women’s tennis drops two in Wisconsin over the weekend

by David Mullen
Published February 25, 2019
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
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.

Gophers wrestling’s final home dual canceled

by David Mullen
Published February 20, 2019
Gable Steveson competes during the match against the University of Maryland on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019 at Maturi Pavilion. The Gophers beat Maryland 45-0.

Gophers nearly flawless wrestling buries Indiana

by David Mullen
Published February 19, 2019
Freshman Gabe Kalscheur dribbles to the lane at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 30.

Accurate shooting and staunch defense help Gophers snap losing streak

by David Mullen
Published February 18, 2019
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.

Four wrestlers shine after weight class jump

by David Mullen
Published February 13, 2019
Freshman Gable Steveson competes during the match against the University of Maryland on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019 at Maturi Pavilion. The Gophers beat Maryland 45-0.

Gophers finish the weekend 1-1

by David Mullen
Published February 11, 2019
Freshman Daniel Oturu takes the jump ball at the beginning of the game on Monday, Nov. 12, 2018 at Williams Arena. The gophers beat Utah 78-69.

Poor shooting, second chances bury the Gophers

by David Mullen
Published February 7, 2019
Sean Russell takes Steve Polakowski at Maturi Pavilion on Sunday, Feb. 3 in Minneapolis.

In his first year with Minnesota, Sean Russell has taken charge as a leader

by David Mullen
Published February 7, 2019
Freshman Jackson Allen returns the ball during his singles match at the Baseline Tennis Center on Friday, Feb. 2.

Gophers’ southern road trip results in two victories

by David Mullen
Published February 4, 2019
Minnesota's Tommy Thorn takes on a Purdue's Parker Filius at Maturi Pavilion on Sunday, Feb. 3.

Gophers wrestling returns home with a victory

by David Mullen
Published February 4, 2019
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
Freshman Gable Steveson at 197 competes during the match against South Dakota State on Sunday, Nov. 25 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers wrestling wins big in Madison

by David Mullen
Published January 26, 2019
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
Freshman Gable Steveson at 197 competes during the match against South Dakota State on Sunday, Nov. 25 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers bounce back with two victories in Illinois

by David Mullen
Published January 21, 2019
Setter Samantha Seliger-Swenson composes herself at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 7. The Gophers were upset by number fifteen seed Oregon, losing 3 sets to 1.

Gophers upset in Sweet Sixteen

by David Mullen
Published December 8, 2018
Freshman libero CC McGraw serves the ball during the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 13. The Gophers beat Northwestern in all three sets.

Two freshmen help anchor Gophers’ championship dream

by David Mullen
Published December 6, 2018
Redshirt sophomore Regan Pittman celebrates a point earned with her team at Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Dec. 1. The Gophers swept South Carolina in all three sets.

Gophers dancing their way to the Sweet Sixteen for the fourth straight year

by David Mullen
Published December 2, 2018
The Gophers celebrate a sweep over Bryant to start their postseason at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 30.

Minnesota starts the NCAA Tournament with a sweep over Bryant

by David Mullen
Published December 1, 2018
Samantha Seliger-Swenson sets the ball during the game against Indiana on Friday, Nov. 9 at Maturi Pavilion.

The path to the Final Four begins Friday as the Gophers look to stay undefeated in Minneapolis

by David Mullen
Published November 29, 2018
Redshirt Junior Taylor Morgan spikes the ball on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion.

Minnesota closes out regular season with a win and loss

by David Mullen
Published November 26, 2018
Sophomore opposite hitter Stephanie Samedy eyes the ball as she serves during the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. The Gophers beat Northwestern in all three sets.

Gophers’ historic winning streak ends at 19

by David Mullen
Published November 24, 2018
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
Redshirt Sophomore Regan Pittman jumps to spike the ball at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 9. The Gophers swept Indiana in all three sets.

Gophers clinch third Big Ten Championship after beating Ohio State in five sets

by David Mullen
Published November 19, 2018
Freshman Adanna Rollins jumps to spike the ball at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 9. The Gophers swept Indiana in all three sets.

Gophers continue historic winning streak in Maryland

by David Mullen
Published November 17, 2018
Head coach Hugh McCutcheon speaks to players during a time out at Maturi Pavillon on Saturday, Nov 3, 2018. The Gophers won 3-2 against Michigan State.

McCutcheon inducted into the International Volleyball Hall of Fame

by David Mullen
Published November 15, 2018
Samantha Seliger-Swenson sets the ball during the game against Indiana on Friday, Nov. 9 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers continue historic winning streak as they break two team records

by David Mullen
Published November 11, 2018
Samantha Seliger-Swenson sets the ball during the game against Indiana on Friday, Nov. 9 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers continue historic Big Ten start on senior night

by David Mullen
Published November 10, 2018
Junior Alexis Hart hits the ball at Maturi Pavillon on Saturday, Nov. 3. The Gophers won 3-2 against Michigan State and Hart scored her thousandth kill.

Hart surpasses 1,000 kills

by David Mullen
Published November 7, 2018
Junior Alexis Hart hits the ball at Maturi Pavillon on Saturday, Nov. 3. The Gophers won 3-2 against Michigan State and Hart scored her thousandth kill.

Gophers overcome two set losses for match victory

by David Mullen
Published November 5, 2018
Lauren Barnes serves during the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. The Gophers beat Northwestern in all three sets.

Barnes’ concentration evident not only in results

by David Mullen
Published November 1, 2018
Freshman Adanna Rollins celebrates after the gopher's score against Iowa on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers edge Wisconsin after dropping the first set

by David Mullen
Published November 1, 2018
Senior Samantha Seliger-Swenson serves the ball on Friday, Oct. 19 at Maturi Pavilion.

Minnesota thumps Michigan for lucky No. 13

by David Mullen
Published October 29, 2018
Regan Pittman serves the ball during the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 13.

Gophers extend winning streak to 11 in Big Ten play

by David Mullen
Published October 27, 2018
Stephanie Samedy celebrates after the Gophers scored against Iowa on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion.

Samedy hones skills while leading top volleyball team

by David Mullen
Published October 25, 2018
Freshman Adanna Rollins celebrates after the gopher's score against Iowa on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers volleyball keeps rolling with win over Nebraska

by David Mullen
Published October 21, 2018
Junior Alexis Hart celebrates after the gophers scored against Iowa on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers’ Big Ten winning streak continues

by David Mullen
Published October 20, 2018
Redshirt junior middle blocker Taylor Morgan jumps to block the ball during the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. The Gophers beat Northwestern in all three sets.

“Mama-bear” mentality and adversity fuel middle blocker Taylor Morgan

by David Mullen
Published October 18, 2018
Freshman outside hitter Adanna Rollins jumps to spike the ball during the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 13. The Gophers beat Northwestern in all three sets.

Gophers remain undefeated in Big Ten with eighth conference win

by David Mullen
Published October 14, 2018
Sophomore outside hitter Alexis Hart hits the ball at Maturi Pavilion during a set against the University of North Dakota on Friday, Dec. 1.

Minnesota continues sweep streak against Illinois

by David Mullen
Published October 13, 2018
CC McGraw celebrates a scored point at the Maturi Pavilion on Wednesday, Sept. 19. They defeated Penn State for their Big Ten opener in straight sets.

Strong mother-daughter bond motivates freshman libero

by David Mullen
Published October 11, 2018
Outside Hitter Adanna Rollins jumps to hit the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Wednesday, Sept. 19. 

No.5 Minnesota upsets No. 3 Nebraska on the road

by David Mullen
Published October 7, 2018
The Gophers celebrate victory on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at Maturi Pavillon.

Regan Pittman raises money for cancer through team performance

by David Mullen
Published October 4, 2018
Gopher volleyball players celebrates earning a point on Sept. 13 during the game against Green Bay at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers’ sweep streak reaches six games

by David Mullen
Published October 4, 2018
Outside hitter Alexis Hart jumps to set the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Wednesday, Sept. 19. The Gophers defeated Penn State for their Big Ten opener in straight sets.

Gophers continue Big Ten dominance in fourth straight sweep

by David Mullen
Published October 1, 2018
Sophomore Stephanie Samedy spikes the ball on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at Maturi Pavilion. The Gophers beat the fifth-ranked Wisconsin Badgers in three straight sets. Samedy had 14 kills, and leading the Gophers in kills for the seventh straight game.

Gophers upset Badgers in their third straight sweep

by David Mullen
Published October 1, 2018
Freshman Paulina Swider jumps for the ball on Thursday, Sept. 13 at Maturi Pavilion. Gopher Women's Volleyball defeated Green Bay in three straight sets.

International experience helps Gophers

by David Mullen
Published September 27, 2018
Sophomore Stephanie Samedy spikes the ball on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at Maturi Pavilion. The Gophers beat the fifth-ranked Wisconsin Badgers in three straight sets. Samedy had 14 kills, and leading the Gophers in kills for the seventh straight game.

No. 6 Minnesota upsets No. 5 Wisconsin in their third straight sweep.

by David Mullen
Published September 27, 2018

No. 6 Minnesota upsets No. 5 Wisconsin in boarder battle.

by David Mullen
Published September 27, 2018
Freshman Adanna Rollins spikes a ball during the game on Thursday, Sept. 13 at Maturi Pavilion. Gopher women's volleyball defeated Green Bay in three straight sets.

Minnesota sweeps again, this time against Maryland

by David Mullen
Published September 23, 2018
Freshman Adanna Rollins spikes a ball during the game on Thursday, Sept. 13 at Maturi Pavilion. Gopher women's volleyball defeated Green Bay in three straight sets.

Freshman Adanna Rollins makes quick impression

by David Mullen
Published September 20, 2018
Opposite hitter Stephanie Samedy jumps for the ball during the match against the Nittany Lions on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at Maturi Pavilion.

Minnesota upsets Penn State with sweep

by David Mullen
Published September 20, 2018
Gopher women's volleyball defeated Green Bay in three straight sets on Thursday, Sept. 13.

Gophers play one of two games in this year’s Gophers Classic

by David Mullen
Published September 17, 2018
Redshirt Sophomore Regan Pittman plays during the Gopher game against Purdue on Wednesday, Sept. 11th, 2017 at the Maturi Pavilion.

Rollercoaster journey takes Pittman to Minnesota

by David Mullen
Published September 13, 2018
Sophomore outside hitter Alexis Hart hits the ball at Maturi Pavilion during a set against the University of North Dakota on Friday, Dec. 1.

Tough weekend for the Gophers leads to plenty of learning opportunities

by David Mullen
Published September 10, 2018
Setter Samantha Seliger-Swenson cheers after the Gophers score a point on Friday, December 2, 2016 at the Sports Pavilion.

Four years in the making, Samantha Seliger-Swenson is ready for her senior campaign

by David Mullen
Published September 6, 2018
Freshman opposite Stephanie Samedy reaches to block the Fighting Hawks at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 1.

Gophers volleyball begin the season undefeated

by David Mullen
Published September 3, 2018
Freshman Mackenzie Padington competes in the women's 500 yard freestyle at the Jean K. Freeman Aquatics Center on Saturday, Jan. 27.

Minnesota’ women’s swimmer qualifies for international competition

by David Mullen
Published August 2, 2018
Coach P.J. Fleck watches the big screen as a Michigan touchdown is confirmed on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017 in Ann Arbor, Mich. The Gophers lost to the Wolverines 33-10.

In year two, P.J. Fleck stresses the importance of this year’s underclassmen

by David Mullen
Published July 25, 2018
Luke Petterson reacts as he watches to see if his hit is a foul ball during the game against Canisius on Friday, June 1, 2018 at Siebert Field. The Gophers won 10-1.

Former Gophers baseball player calls it quits after short stint with the St. Paul Saints

by David Mullen
Published July 18, 2018
Head Coaches Stephanie Golan, Lindsey Whalen and Catrina Thompson

University of Minnesota ranks third in national study of women head coaches

by David Mullen
Published July 11, 2018
Freshman Max Meyer closes out the game against UCLA on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Siebert Field. The Gophers won 3-2.

Freshman All-American invited to tryout for the USA National Team

by David Mullen
Published June 27, 2018
Illustrated by Cedar Thomas

Obsa Ali is a national champion in the 3,000 meter steeplechase

by David Mullen
Published June 20, 2018
Gophers quarterback Mitch Leidner winds up a throw on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016 during a game against Rutgers at TCF Bank Stadium.

Former UMN quarterback reflects on various football experiences

by David Mullen
Published June 13, 2018
Head Coach John Anderson is upset with an umpire's call during the game against Canisius on Friday, June 1, 2018. The Gophers won 10-1.

Gophers swept in Super Regional round of the NCAA tournament

by David Mullen
Published June 10, 2018
Centerfielder Alex Boxwell hits a double, increasing the lead to 12-5 during the game against the UCLA Bruins on Sunday, June 3 at Siebert Field.

Minnesota advances to the Super Regional round for the first time

by David Mullen
Published June 5, 2018
Pitcher Max Meyer walks off the field as his teammates fist bump to his successful inning during the game against UCLA on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Siebert Field. The Gophers won 3-2.

A late comeback keeps the Gophers undefeated in the NCAA Tournament

by David Mullen
Published June 3, 2018
Reggie Meyer pitches to Canisius during the game on Friday, June 1, 2018 at Siebert Field. The Gophers beat Canisius 10-1.

Minnesota takes first game of NCAA tournament against Canisius

by David Mullen
Published June 2, 2018
Students board an autonomous shuttle developed by EasyMile to ride across the Washington Avenue Bridge on April 30, 2018.

Self-driving bus travels over the Washington Avenue Bridge

by David Mullen
Published May 1, 2018
Junior Forrest Casey considers actors' positioning while filming an anti-theft PSA in Walter Library on Saturday, April 21.

UMN students work to combat library laptop thefts

by David Mullen
Published April 24, 2018

First-gen students and faculty connect over waffles and advice

by David Mullen
Published April 19, 2018
Senior and international student Prashasti Bhatnagar poses for portraits in Mondale Hall on Monday, April 9. She won the Josef Mestenhauser Student Award for Excellence in Campus Internationalization.

UMN sociology student recognized for international impact

by David Mullen
Published April 11, 2018
Junior Melissa Foster interacts with the dogs brought in from PAWS before her test in BIOL 1003 on Monday, April 2. She said that the dogs helped reduce her stress.

University professor researches therapy dogs’ effect on test anxiety

by David Mullen
Published April 3, 2018
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