The Gophers' historic 2019 season came to an end on Saturday with a loss to a familiar opponent. No. 3 Washington (51-8) defeated No. 7 Minnesota (46-14) 5-3 in the elimination bracket of the Women's College...

The mood was light at the Gophers' practice at Ann Lacy Stadium in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on Friday. Yet the team is serious when it comes to extending its season. No. 7 Minnesota (46-13) will face No....

After allowing only five combined runs in the Regional and Super Regional, Gophers pitcher Amber Fiser couldn't contain one of the favorites to win the Women's College World Series. No. 2 UCLA (52-6) defeated...

Minnesota's dream of reaching the Women's College World Series for softball came true on Saturday night. After second baseman MaKenna Partain threw the ball to first baseman Hope Brandner to get the final...

The Gophers are one win away from their ultimate goal, the NCAA College World Series. It has never been done in program history.  No. 7 Minnesota (45-12) defeated LSU (43-17) 5-3 on Friday in the...

The sun shined over Jane Sage Cowles Stadium Monday afternoon. So too did the Gophers' offense. No. 7 Minnesota (44-12) defeated Georgia (42-19) 8-1 to advance to the NCAA Tournament's super regional round...

On a cloudy Saturday afternoon, Gophers first baseman Hope Brandner brightened the days of Minnesota fans at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.  No. 7 Minnesota (43-12) defeated Georgia (42-18) 2-1 in eight...

In Minnesota's first regional home softball game since 2014, the Gophers treated fans to a victory.  No. 7 Minnesota (42-12) defeated North Dakota State (42-15) 3-0 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium. Pitcher...

At the Buffalo Wild Wings steps away from TCF Bank Stadium, University of Minnesota softball fans gathered to watch the NCAA tournament selection show. After the first six top seeds were unveiled, the...

Minnesota's Big Ten championship streak came to an end on Saturday. No. 3 Minnesota (41-12, 20-2) lost to No. 1 Michigan (43-11, 22-1) 3-2 in a battle for the Big Ten championship. Michigan won its first...

The Gophers are one win away from another Big Ten championship game. No. 3 Minnesota (40-11, 20-2) defeated No. 11 Purdue (31-27, 6-17) 4-3 Friday at Andy Mohr Field in Bloomington, Indiana. Senior pitcher...

In front of a crowd of 1,323 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on Sunday, the Gophers spoiled Northwestern's bid to win the Big Ten regular-season title. No. 13 Minnesota (39-11, 20-2) defeated No. 19 Northwestern...

On a sunny Friday afternoon, the Gophers' offense was efficient as Minnesota won both games in five innings thanks to the mercy rule. The Gophers won the first game 9-0 and the second game 8-0.  Head...

When Minnesota needed offense, two Gophers' outfielders delivered against Wisconsin on Wednesday. Left fielder Natalie DenHartog and right fielder Maddie Houlihan each hit two home runs as No. 16 Minnesota...

Gophers left fielder Natalie DenHartog has appeared in 36 of Minnesota's 37 games this season. It didn't take long for the freshman to make an impact for the Gophers offensively. In her fourth career game,...

When Minnesota needed runs, first baseman Hope Brandner provided the Gophers with an offensive spark. Brandner hit two home runs and drove in three runs on Sunday as the Gophers swept the Boilermakers...

On a cold, Sunday afternoon at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium, the Gophers entertained the home crowd with 13 runs in a Big Ten doubleheader. No. 19 Minnesota (25-9, 6-0) defeated Purdue (24-13, 2-4) in a doubleheader....

Right fielder Maddie Houlihan was Minnesota's hero against Maryland this weekend.  In the Gophers' first Big Ten series of the season, Houlihan led Minnesota offensively with a .667 batting average...

In Hamden, Connecticut, it was a border battle far from the teams' home states for the national championship.  Badgers goaltender Kristen Campbell recorded her third shutout of the 2019 postseason...

It's a border battle fight for the rights to the title of "NCAA Champions" in women's hockey for 2019. For the first time since 2016, the Gophers will be heading to the national championship game, thanks...

After missing the tournament in 2018, the Gophers are heading to the Frozen Four with an opportunity to win the program's eighth national championship and fifth in the last eight seasons. No. 2 Minnesota...

After a tough loss to Wisconsin on Sunday in the WCHA Final Faceoff championship game, Minnesota responded by clinching a trip to the Frozen Four with the help of its second line.  No. 2 Minnesota...

First baseman Hope Brandner is producing for the Gophers in her first season with Minnesota. After spending the 2018 season with Oregon State, Brandner leads the Gophers with 26 RBIs and has hit six home...

The Gophers will have a chance to advance to the Frozen Four for the first time since 2017 if they win on home ice against an unfamiliar opponent. No. 2 Minnesota (30-5-1) will face No. 7 Princeton (20-7-5)...

Losing the WCHA regular-season title to Minnesota turned out to be a blessing for Wisconsin.  No. 2 Wisconsin (32-4-2) defeated No. 1 Minnesota (30-5-1) 3-1 in the 2019 WCHA Final Faceoff championship...

After a two-week-long absence, the Gophers clinched a berth in their second-straight WCHA Final Faceoff championship game. No. 1 Minnesota (30-4-1) defeated Minnesota-Duluth (15-16-4) 4-1. Goaltender Alex...

The heart of the coaching profession is based on the love of the game. For Gophers head coach Brad Frost, his motivation to coach Minnesota is based on more than a passion for hockey. Frost played for...

The Gophers opened March with four wins in five games. No. 23 Minnesota (11-6) won four out of five at the Wildcat Invitational in Tucson, Arizona this weekend. The Gophers swept their two-game series...

As a batter, "attacking the pitch" has a very literal meaning to one Gopher sophomore. Center fielder Ellee Jensen relies on her all-around ability on offense and defense, in addition to her distinctive...

The Western Collegiate Hockey Association regular season championship trophy is heading back to Minneapolis. For the first time since the 2014-15 season, and for the 10th time in program history, the Gophers...

Left winger Nicole Schammel may get to add another accomplishment to her resume. Schammel is one of 10 finalists for the 2019 Patty Kazmaier Award, which is given to the most outstanding Division I player...

While some Gophers players have chosen to major in science fields, left winger Tianna Gunderson has chosen a different path. Gunderson's mother owned a daycare center for 25 years. Working with her mother...

On an evening in which Minnesota honored its senior class, a sophomore provided overtime heroics. Center Taylor Wente scored at 1:27 of overtime on Saturday as No. 1 Minnesota (27-4-1, 17-4-1-0) swept...

After playing against two ranked teams in the St. Pete/Clearwater Elite Invitational, the Gophers left Florida with an even record. Minnesota (4-3) won two of its four games in the tournament in Clearwater,...

Though an all-around game is important, teams can't win games without scoring runs. Minnesota hasn't had any problem with scoring so far this season. The Gophers have scored 21 times in three games for...

Ask any Minnesota player who the best dancer on the team is. One of the first names that came up was defender Crystalyn Hengler. Defender Sophie Skarzynski said Hengler isn't afraid to bust a move in front...

The Gophers' offense took flight in their regular-season opening weekend, guiding the team to a winning record. No. 21 Minnesota (2-1) began its regular season with two wins and one loss, defeating North...

At Ridder Arena this weekend, fans witnessed tight hockey games for more than two hours of play. No. 2 Minnesota (25-4-1, 15-4-1-0) split its weekend series against Minnesota-Duluth (12-12-2, 8-8-2-2),...

It's not yet spring in Minnesota, but the No. 21 Gophers are already heading to Florida to begin their season. Minnesota softball is looking to win its fourth consecutive Big Ten tournament title. Last...

As soon as she stepped on the grounds of the University of Minnesota, right winger Alex Woken knew she wanted to study science. Both of her parents work in health sciences; her mother is a physical therapist...

After scoring only four goals last weekend against Wisconsin, the Gophers rediscovered their offensive abilities. No. 2 Minnesota (24-3-1, 14-3-1-0) swept No. 7 Ohio State (15-11-0, 9-9-0-0) in Columbus,...

The west coast of British Columbia has orcas, black bears and a rich hockey tradition. Campbell River, British Columbia, located on Vancouver Island, prides itself on being the hometown of Detroit Red...

The Gophers' winning streak has lasted for more than two months. It will last another week. No 2. Minnesota (21-2-1, 11-2-1-0) defeated Minnesota State (8-10-4, 3-9-2-1) 5-1 on Friday and 6-3 on Saturday,...

The Gophers didn't need overtime like they did Saturday to win the Minnesota Cup final on Sunday. No. 2 Minnesota (19-2-1, 9-2-1-0 WCHA) defeated St. Cloud State (7-16-2, 2-12-0-0 WCHA) 5-1 on Sunday at...

An unexpected hero emerged for the Gophers on Saturday night. Defender Olivia Knowles scored the game-winning goal at 3:05 of overtime as No. 2 Minnesota (18-2-1, 9-2-1-0) defeated Minnesota-Duluth (6-9-2,...

The Gophers went into the break just like they wanted to. No. 2 Minnesota (17-2-1, 9-2-1) defeated Robert Morris (8-10-4, 6-1-1) 6-1 on Friday and 5-0 on Saturday, extending its winning streak to 10 games.  Head...

If the Gophers need a laugh, center Catie Skaja can provide one. When she's not using her speed to create scoring chances, she's helping her teammates stay loose and happy by telling jokes and saying words...