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All content by Drew Cove
Senior Kenisha Bell lays the ball in at Williams Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 20. The Gophers beat the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 84-42. Bell finished with 24 points.

Minnesota Lynx draft former Gophers’ guard Kenisha Bell

by Drew Cove
Published April 11, 2019
Snow covers Siebert Field during a blizzard on Sunday, April 15, 2018. 

Minnesota cancels sporting events for winter’s renaissance

by Drew Cove
Published April 10, 2019
Head coach Richard Pitino directs the team from the sideline on Thursday, Nov. 2 at Williams Arena.

Gophers extend Richard Pitino through 2024

by Drew Cove
Published April 8, 2019
Sophomore Isaiah Washington shoots from the top of the key at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 30. The Gophers beat the Illinois Fighting Illini 86-75.

Gophers’ Washington to transfer from team

by Drew Cove
Published April 1, 2019
Mat Robson eyes the puck from the goal during the game against Arizona State on Friday, March 1, 2019 at 3M at Mariucci Arena.

Gophers’ men’s hockey pro signing tracker

by Drew Cove and Jack Warrick
Published March 19, 2019
Senior forward Jordan Murphy jumps for the ball during the game against Penn State on Saturday, Jan. 19 at Williams Arena. The Gophers won 65-64.

Minnesota to take on Louisville in first round of NCAA Tournament

by Drew Cove
Published March 17, 2019
Fans cheer during the Gopher game against Purdue on Tuesday, March 5 at Williams Arena.

Gophers’ fan makes lewd gestures to Purdue player in court storming

by Drew Cove
Published March 6, 2019
Senior forward Brent Gates Junior looks to the play on Friday, Feb. 1 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Minnesota’s sluggish second period not a recipe for success

by Drew Cove
Published February 2, 2019
Gopher fans convene late into the evening of Saturday, Nov. 3 at the football team's indoor practice facility to greet the team as they returned from their win in Madison, Wisconsin. The Gophers defeated the Badgers the first time since 2003.

Fans flock to welcome home the axe

by Drew Cove
Published November 26, 2018
Senior Tyler Sheehy skates with the puck on Saturday, Nov. 17 at Mariucci Arena.

Minnesota falls to Michigan State in lackluster third period

by Drew Cove
Published November 26, 2018
Gophers' softball head coach Jamie Trachsel speaks to players of the team.

All-Big Ten catcher leaves Gophers program

by Drew Cove
Published November 20, 2018
Emergency vehicles at the commercial buildings located at 501 29th Ave SE on Wednesday, Oct. 24.

[Photo] Structural fire reported in Prospect Park

Published October 25, 2018
Running back Shannon Brooks runs through the open field on Thursday, Aug. 31 at TCF Bank Stadium. The Gophers beat Buffalo 17 to 7.

Minnesota running back Shannon Brooks arrested Sunday

by Drew Cove
Published October 14, 2018
Sophomore defenseman Tyler Nanne blocks Wisconsin forward Ryan Wagner's path on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Gophers players get a shot for Minnesota Wild at development camp

by Drew Cove
Published July 16, 2018
Nayoka Clunic competes in weight throw.

Nayoka Clunis to represent Jamaica at Athletics World Cup

by Drew Cove
Published July 11, 2018

M Club announces new members

by Drew Cove
Published July 3, 2018

Two more Mittelstadts in store for Minnesota

by Drew Cove
Published June 27, 2018
P.J. Fleck converses with Macaille Mahoney Hafner, left, Fynn Bakke and Henry Mayer at Fleck's table during the Gopher Road Trip at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum on Thursday, May 24 2018 in Alexandria, Minnesota.

Minnesota coaches travel last leg of 2018 Gopher Road Trip

by Drew Cove
Published May 29, 2018
Temi Ogunrinde holds up a medal during the Big Ten Championship on May 12, 2017. 

Women’s track and field finishes first at Big Ten

by Drew Cove
Published May 14, 2018
Senior Dani Wagner bunts at bat at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on Saturday, April 21.

Dani Wagner’s long journey with the Gophers coming to an end

by Drew Cove
Published May 3, 2018
Redshirt Senior Ellee Jensen Courtesy of Brad Rempel, Gopher Sports.

Minnesota wins doubleheader against North Dakota State

by Drew Cove
Published May 2, 2018
Sophomore Amber Fiser pitches during a game against Nebraska at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on Saturday, April 21.

Behind Amber Fiser’s perfect game, Minnesota sweeps Purdue

by Drew Cove
Published April 30, 2018
Infielder Allie Arneson swings at bat at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on Saturday, April 21, 2018. The Gophers defeated Nebraska 6-0.

Minnesota softball wins series over Nebraska

by Drew Cove
Published April 23, 2018
Pitcher Sydney Smith warms up before a game on October 7, 2017.

After several stops, Sydney Smith finds ‘good fit’ with Minnesota

by Drew Cove
Published April 19, 2018
Amber Fiser pitches against Northwestern on April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Minnesota sweeps Iowa in rescheduled series

by Drew Cove
Published April 16, 2018
Quarterback Tanner Morgan throws the ball during the Gophers football spring game at TCF Bank Stadium on Thursday, April 12.

Quarterback competition stands out at spring game

by Drew Cove
Published April 13, 2018
Lindsay Whalen shoots free throws against the San Antonio Silver Stars at the Target Center on July 8, 2010. Whalen, a University alumna, was named the new head coach of Gophers women's basketball on Thursday.

Lindsay Whalen returns to coach women’s basketball team

by Drew Cove
Published April 12, 2018
Infielder MaKenna Partain swings during a game against Northwestern on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

MaKenna Partain’s demeanor works with children and softball

by Drew Cove
Published April 12, 2018
Head coach Marlene Stollings during a game against Maryland at Williams Arena on Sunday, Feb. 18. 

Women’s basketball coach Marlene Stollings takes job with Texas Tech

by Drew Cove
Published April 9, 2018
Danielle Parlich watches the ball fly off her bat during a game against Northwestern on April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Minnesota softball splits series with Michigan State

by Drew Cove
Published April 9, 2018
Redshirt Senior Ellee Jensen Courtesy of Brad Rempel, Gopher Sports.

Leading the Gophers in batting average, Ellee Jensen feels at home with Minnesota

by Drew Cove
Published April 5, 2018
Sophomore Amber Fiser pitches against Northwestern on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Minnesota wins two in shortened series

by Drew Cove
Published April 2, 2018
The new University of Minnesota men's hockey coach, Bob Motzko, speaks at a press conference on Thursday, March 29. 

Bob Motzko promises ‘toughness’ and ‘to do it the right way’ as new Gophers coach

by Drew Cove
Published March 29, 2018
Dani Wagner rounds a base at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on April 23, 2015.

After lengthy road trip, Minnesota softball returns for home opener

by Drew Cove
Published March 29, 2018
Gophers players rotate on and off the ice during a game at 3M at Mariucci Arena on Feb. 16.

Bob Motzko named new head coach of Gophers men’s hockey

by Drew Cove
Published March 27, 2018
Forward Casey Mittelstadt follows the puck during the Gophers' game against Penn State on Sunday at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Casey Mittelstadt leaves Gophers; signs with Sabres

by Drew Cove
Published March 26, 2018
MaKenna Partain swings at a pitch during a game against Northwestern on April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Minnesota goes 1-2 in first weekend of Big Ten play

by Drew Cove
Published March 26, 2018
Infielder Allie Arneson throws to first base during a game against Northwestern on April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Allie Arneson’s return brings depth at shortstop

by Drew Cove
Published March 22, 2018
Gophers men's hockey associate head coach Mike Guentzel.

Don Lucia is out. Here’s who could replace him.

by Drew Cove
Published March 21, 2018

Lindgren signs pro after sophomore season

by Drew Cove
Published March 20, 2018
Don Lucia speaks about stepping down as the Gophers men's hockey head coach during a press conference on Tuesday, March 20. Lucia coached the team for 19 years.

Don Lucia steps down as men’s hockey coach after 19 seasons

by Drew Cove
Published March 20, 2018
Infielder Allie Arneson throws to first base during a game against Northwestern on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Minnesota wins series over New Mexico State

by Drew Cove
Published March 19, 2018
Gophers players rotate on and off the ice during a game at 3M at Mariucci Arena on Feb. 16.

Gophers fail to make NCAA Tournament after six games go against them

by Drew Cove
Published March 18, 2018
Kenisha Bell dribbles the ball on Sunday, Nov. 19 at Williams Arena.

Gophers to play Green Bay in first round of NCAA Tournament

by Drew Cove
Published March 12, 2018
St. Cloud State alumna Jamie Trachsel was named head coach of the University of Minnesota softball team on July 24, 2017.

Minnesota softball adjusts under new head coach

by Drew Cove
Published March 8, 2018
Running Back Shannon Brooks runs the ball on Sept. 30, 2017 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Running back Shannon Brooks out for 2018 season

by Drew Cove
Published March 6, 2018

Minnesota loses three, wins two over weekend

by Drew Cove
Published March 5, 2018

Minnesota eliminated from Big Ten tournament

by Drew Cove
Published March 4, 2018
Forward Tyler Sheehy skates down the ice at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Feb. 4, 2017.

Minnesota swept in Big Ten quarterfinals

by Drew Cove
Published March 4, 2018
Forward Darian Romanko, center, eyes the puck during a game against Penn State at 3M at Mariucci Arena Feb. 4, 2017.

Gophers lose first game of Big Ten tournament to Penn State

by Drew Cove
Published March 3, 2018

Minnesota falls again to Penn State

by Drew Cove
Published March 3, 2018
Gophers players rotate on and off the ice during a game at 3M at Mariucci Arena on Feb. 16.

Gophers and Nittany Lions set for quick rematch in Big Ten tournament

by Drew Cove
Published March 1, 2018
Utility player Katelyn Kemmetmueller swings during the game against South Dakota on Apr. 4, 2017.

Katelyn Kemmetmueller’s work ethic starts on the farm

by Drew Cove
Published March 1, 2018
MaKenna Partain swings at a pitch during a game against Northwestern on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Minnesota regroups and finishes weekend undefeated

by Drew Cove
Published February 26, 2018

Minnesota swept by Penn State

by Drew Cove
Published February 25, 2018
Forward Casey Mittelstadt follows the puck during the Gophers' game against Penn State on Oct. 29, 2017 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Alex Limoges’ three points helps Penn State sweep Gophers

by Drew Cove
Published February 25, 2018
Forward Darian Romanko, center, eyes the puck during a game against Penn State at 3M at Mariucci Arena Feb. 4, 2017.

Minnesota blown out by Penn State

by Drew Cove
Published February 24, 2018
Sophomore goaltender Mat Robson reads the play during a game against No. 1 Notre Dame at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Jan. 26.

Robson and Schierhorn both in new territory at goaltender

by Drew Cove
Published February 22, 2018
Utility Carlie Brandt winds up for a pitch during the game against the University of South Dakota on Tuesday, Apr. 4, 2017.

Carlie Brandt embodies the utility role with Minnesota

by Drew Cove
Published February 22, 2018
Gophers sophomore Maddie Houlihan hits the ball against Purdue at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on Saturday, April 30, 2017.

After starting undefeated, Gophers drop four in a row

by Drew Cove
Published February 19, 2018
Guard Gadiva Hubbard eyes the hoop during the game against Maryland at Williams Arena on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018. The Gophers won 93-74.

Minnesota takes down No. 10 Maryland

by Drew Cove
Published February 19, 2018
Gophers forward Brent Gates Jr. chases after the puck against Ohio State on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016 at 3M Arena at Mariucci Arena.

Minnesota ties Ohio State then loses in shootout

by Drew Cove
Published February 18, 2018
Forward Tyler Sheehy keeps the puck from Ohio State during the second period at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Feb. 16.

Gophers beat No. 6 Ohio State with help from Jack Glover’s first goal

by Drew Cove
Published February 17, 2018
Junior forward Darian Romanko chases after Michigan forward Quinn Hughes during a game at 3M at Mariucci Arena on Jan. 12, 2018.

Darian Romanko and Jack Ramsey thrive in elevated defensive roles

by Drew Cove
Published February 15, 2018
Sophomore Amber Fiser pitches against Northwestern on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Amber Fiser coming into her own as a starter with Minnesota

by Drew Cove
Published February 15, 2018
MaKenna Partain swings at a pitch during a game against Northwestern on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

No. 16 Minnesota opens the season undefeated

by Drew Cove
Published February 12, 2018

Minnesota routs Wisconsin in 7-1 blowout

by Drew Cove
Published February 11, 2018
Tyler Sheehy, left, and Rem Pitlick, right, watch a play unfold at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Feb. 4, 2017.

Gophers rout Wisconsin in a sweep

by Drew Cove
Published February 11, 2018
Sophomore defenseman Tyler Nanne blocks Wisconsin forward Ryan Wagner's path on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Minnesota scores three in third period to defeat Badgers

by Drew Cove
Published February 10, 2018
Senior defenseman Jack Glover skates down the ice during a game against Michigan on Jan. 12, 2018.

Through different paths, Minnesota’s senior defensemen provide consistency

by Drew Cove
Published February 8, 2018
St. Cloud State alumna Jamie Trachsel was named head coach of the University of Minnesota softball team on July 24, 2017.

New head coach, but the Gophers still have big goals

by Drew Cove
Published February 8, 2018

Carlie Wagner notches 2,000 points in loss to Iowa

by Drew Cove
Published February 5, 2018
Defensive back for the New England Patriots and former Minnesota player Damarius Travis fields questions during Super Bowl Media Day on Monday.

Former Gophers safety Damarius Travis takes on different role in NFL

by Drew Cove
Published January 30, 2018
Sophomore defenseman Ryan Zuhlsdorf fights for the puck during a game against Notre Dame on Friday, Jan. 26 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Gophers blown out by Notre Dame in second game of series

by Drew Cove
Published January 28, 2018
Freshman forward Casey Mittelstadt reaches to take the puck from Notre Dame defenseman Bobby Nardella on Friday, Jan. 26, 2018.

Gophers upset No. 1 Notre Dame in overtime

by Drew Cove
Published January 27, 2018
Sophomore forward Rem Pitlick skates with the puck on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Minnesota’s offense looks for consistency

by Drew Cove
Published January 25, 2018
Forward Tommy Novak goes after the puck during the Gophers' game against Michigan State at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Nov. 3.

Minnesota completes sweep of Michigan State at Madison Square Garden

by Drew Cove
Published January 21, 2018
Sophomore forward Tyler Sheehy skates down the ice at Mariucci Arena on Feb. 4, 2017.

Minnesota closes out Michigan State in first game of series

by Drew Cove
Published January 19, 2018
Forward Leon Bristedt maneuvers the puck behind the goal line during a game against Michigan at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Jan. 12.

After losing skid, Minnesota faces tough task down the stretch

by Drew Cove
Published January 18, 2018
A Gopher helmet hangs on the bench during the game against Michigan on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017 in Ann Arbor, Mich. The Gophers lost to the Wolverines 33-10.

Assistant head coach Maurice Linguist leaves Gophers football for Texas A&M

by Drew Cove
Published January 16, 2018
Freshman forward Brannon McManus celebrates after scoring his goal late in the third period against Michigan on Friday.

Unranked Michigan sweeps No. 9 Minnesota

by Drew Cove
Published January 15, 2018
Freshman forward Brannon McManus celebrates after scoring his goal late in the third period against Michigan on Friday.

Minnesota falls to Michgian

by Drew Cove
Published January 13, 2018

Mat Robson learns quickly in first glimpses of college hockey

by Drew Cove
Published January 10, 2018
Gophers forward Leon Bristedt assists forward Taylor Cammarata with his first period goal against St. Cloud State at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Oct. 21, 2016.

Minnesota edges St. Cloud State to avoid sweep

by Drew Cove
Published January 8, 2018
Gophers forward Leon Bristedt struggles to hold the puck against St. Cloud State defender Jimmy Schuldt at Mariucci Arena on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015.

St. Cloud State beats Minnesota with second-period scoring surge

by Drew Cove
Published January 7, 2018

Minnesota sweeps Army West Point

by Drew Cove
Published December 31, 2017
Head coach P.J. Fleck cheers on players after the Gophers scored a touchdown on Saturday, Sept. 16 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

P.J. Fleck lands 26 recruits on National Signing Day

by Drew Cove and Jack Warrick
Published December 20, 2017
Gophers forward Brent Gates Jr. chases after the puck against Ohio State on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016 at 3M Arena at Mariucci Arena.

Minnesota swept by Ohio State for first time ever

by Drew Cove
Published December 11, 2017
Sophomore defenseman Tyler Nanne blocks Wisconsin forward Ryan Wagner's path on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Tyler Nanne to face former team after persevering through heart condition

by Drew Cove
Published December 7, 2017
Sophomore forward Rem Pitlick skates with the puck on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 3M Arena at Mariucci. The Badgers beat the Gophers 3-2 in the second game of the series, while Minnesota won 5-4 the previous night.

Minnesota splits weekend series against Wisconsin

by Drew Cove
Published December 4, 2017
Gophers forward Mike Szmatula looks for a passing outlet against Michigan on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Gophers men’s hockey struggle to capitalize on shots

by Drew Cove
Published November 30, 2017
Goalie Eric Schierhorn eyes the puck at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Saturday Nov. 19.

Gophers swept by Fighting Irish

by Drew Cove
Published November 27, 2017
Badgers defensive end Matt Henningsen celebrates the victory with fans at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 25. The Badgers defeated the Gophers 31-0.

Gophers end season with shutout loss to Wisconsin

by Drew Cove
Published November 26, 2017
Quarterback Demry Croft hands the ball off to running back Rodney Smith at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11.

Daily Breakdown: Minnesota unlikely to get axe back against Wisconsin

by Drew Cove
Published November 25, 2017
Quarterback Conor Rhoda throws the ball on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

After tumultuous four years, seniors to play last game at TCF Bank Stadium

by Drew Cove
Published November 24, 2017
Gophers forward Brent Gates Jr. chases after the puck against Ohio State on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016 at Mariucci Arena.

‘Junior’ emerges as one of Gophers’ top scoring threats

by Drew Cove
Published November 24, 2017
Head coach P.J. Fleck cheers on players after the Gophers scored a touchdown on Saturday, Sept. 16 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

P.J. Fleck signs contract extension through 2022 season

by Drew Cove
Published November 22, 2017
Wisconsin linebacker Ryan Connelly tackles Minnesota wide receiver Eric Carter at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin, on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016.

Fleck on No. 5 Wisconsin: ‘We’re excited for the challenge’

by Drew Cove
Published November 22, 2017
Eric Carter and Jacob Huff tackle Northwestern running back Justin Jackson on Saturday Nov. 18 at Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois.

Minnesota’s defense falters in shutout loss to Northwestern

by Drew Cove
Published November 19, 2017

Questions from the Other Side: Daily Northwestern’s Ben Pope

by Drew Cove
Published November 18, 2017
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