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Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter

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The Gopher celebrate a sweep over Indiana at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.

 Gophers sweep at home in Diet Coke Classic

by Julianna Landis, Sports Editor
Published September 21, 2021
Episode 37: Gophers men's hockey falls to Mankato

Episode 37: Gophers men’s hockey falls to Mankato

by Nolan O’Hara and Julianna Landis
Published April 3, 2021
Gophers Defenseman Matt Staudacher steers the puck at 3M Arena on Saturday, Feb. 20. The Gophers defeated Michigan State, 5-1.

Gophers men’s hockey falls to Minnesota State in regional final

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published March 29, 2021
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 power past Nebraska-Omaha in NCAA Regional Semifinal

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published March 29, 2021
Gophers Defenseman Matt Staudacher steers the puck at 3M Arena on Saturday, Feb. 20. The Gophers defeated Michigan State, 5-1.

Gophers hockey seeded third overall, first in regional bracket for NCAA tournament

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published March 22, 2021
Minnesota’s goalie Jack LaFontaine blocks an attempted goal from Notre Dame’s Graham Slaggert on Saturday, Jan. 16 at the 3M arena at Marriucci.

LaFontaine named Big Ten Goaltender of the Year, First Team All-Big Ten

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published March 16, 2021
Forward Sammy Walker looks to control the puck during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Nov. 22, 2019. The Gophers won 4-1.

Comeback kids: Gophers men’s hockey wins semifinal game in overtime 3-2 against Michigan

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published March 16, 2021
Gophers defenseman Matt Staudacher steers the puck at 3M Arena on Saturday, Feb. 20. The Gophers defeated Michigan State, 5-1.

Sampo Ranta scores in overtime to send Gophers men’s hockey to Big Ten semifinal

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published March 16, 2021
Senior Emily Heslin handles the ball during the game against DePaul on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018 at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium.

Gophers soccer takes down Iowa 1-0 for third win in four games

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published March 16, 2021
Gophers Midfielder Katie Duong launches a pass at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 17. The Gophers went on to a tie game with Nebraska, 1-1.

Gophers soccer gears up to play their first game in over a year

by Julianna Landis
Published February 21, 2021
Episode 32: Gophers hockey bounces back with sweep over Notre Dame

Episode 32: Gophers hockey bounces back with sweep over Notre Dame

by Nolan O’Hara and Julianna Landis
Published February 19, 2021
Minnesota’s goalie Jack LaFontaine blocks an attempted goal from Notre Dame’s Graham Slaggert on Saturday, Jan. 16 at the 3M arena at Marriucci.

Gophers men’s hockey sweeps Irish with LaFontaine’s back-to-back shutouts

by Julianna Landis
Published February 14, 2021
Team members celebrate a goal against Notre Dame in the final four minutes of the match on Saturday, Jan. 16 at the 3M Arena at Mariucci. The Gophers lost their second match against Notre Dame 2-1.

Gophers men’s hockey sweeps Ohio State on the road

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published January 31, 2021
Forward Nathan Burke blocks Arizona State's Justin Robbins from reaching the puck in 3M Arena on Friday, Jan. 22. The Gophers beat Arizona State with a final score of 10-2.

Gophers reignite their spark in 20-goal barn burner series against Sun Devils

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published January 23, 2021
Minnesota’s goalie Jack LaFontaine blocks an attempted goal from Notre Dame’s Graham Slaggert on Saturday, Jan. 16 at the 3M arena at Marriucci.

Gophers return to home ice, drop both games in series against Notre Dame

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published January 17, 2021
Gophers defenseman Jackson LaCombe fist bumps goaltender Jack LaFontaine during player introductions before facing Penn State at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Thursday, Nov. 19.

Minnesota sweeps Michigan with 4-0 win to end first half with a perfect record

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published December 9, 2020
Gophers forward Ben Meyers approaches Penn State’s goal during the final period at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Thursday, Nov. 19.

Minnesota takes game one in Ann Arbor 3-1

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published December 9, 2020
Gophers forward Jaxon Nelson fights for possession against Penn State at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Thursday, Nov. 19.

Gophers beat Spartans 3-1, extend win streak to 5-0

by Julianna Landis
Published December 4, 2020
Gophers forward Jaxon Nelson fights for possession against Penn State at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Thursday, Nov. 19.

Gophers hockey sweeps Penn State in season opener

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published November 21, 2020
Minnesota forward Nick Bjugstad keeps the puck from Wisconsin forward Nic Kerdiles on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013, at Soldier Field in Chicago.

Minnesota leads conference in preseason poll

by Julianna Landis
Published November 9, 2020
Gophers Forward Jasmine Powell approaches defenders in Williams Arena on Sunday, Feb. 10. The Gophers suffered a defeat against Michigan 52-77.

Voter registration, activism and Election Day: what Gophers’ women’s basketball has been up to off-court

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published October 6, 2020
A cloth mask and bouquet of flowers are seen on the Goldy statue outside Coffman Memorial Union on Wednesday, April 1. (Parker Johnson / Minnesota Daily)

Gophers athletics cuts several men’s sports for next season

by Julianna Landis
Published September 10, 2020
Members of the Gophers women's hockey team watch play from the bench at Ridder Arena on Friday, Feb. 28. The Gophers scored two power-play goals on the way to a 4-2 victory over St. Cloud State. (Jasmin Kemp / Minnesota Daily)

Hockey Commissioners Association delays start of college hockey season

by Julianna Landis
Published September 10, 2020

The Boys are Back: with the Northwoods League on for the summer, Gopher Baseball players take the field again

by Julianna Landis
Published August 6, 2020
Wide receiver Rashod Bateman fights to hang on to the ball at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9. The Gophers bested the Penn State Nittany Lions 31-26 to remain undefeated.

Rashod Bateman will sit out upcoming season over COVID-19 concerns

by Julianna Landis
Published August 4, 2020
Fans cheer for the "blanket lady" as she runs through the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 30. The Gophers swept Bryant three sets to none as a start to their postseason.

Grad transfer Atherton adds depth, experience at setter for Gophers volleyball

by Julianna Landis
Published July 20, 2020
A cloth mask and bouquet of flowers are seen on the Goldy statue outside Coffman Memorial Union on April 1, 2020.

Meet Bradley Nelson, the doctor guiding U athletics through COVID-19

by Julianna Landis
Published July 18, 2020
Gophers April Bockin, Emily Peterson and Molly Fiedler celebrate a penalty kick scored by Bockin at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018.

Gophers soccer completes coaching staff, returns to campus with new style

by Julianna Landis
Published July 16, 2020
A cloth mask and bouquet of flowers are seen on the Goldy statue outside Coffman Memorial Union on April 1, 2020.

Big Ten cancels nonconference games

by Julianna Landis
Published July 9, 2020
Photo Courtesy of Gopher Softball

Gophers’ softball adds alum Katie Richardson as assistant coach

by Julianna Landis
Published July 2, 2020
Athletic Director Mark Coyle addresses the Board of Regents in regards to a contract extension signed by head football coach P.J. Fleck at the McNamara Alumni Center on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019. The deal, signed by Fleck last week, extends his contract through the 2026 season and will increase his base salary to $4.6 million.

Minnesota athletics director Mark Coyle discusses the return to campus for fall athletes

by Julianna Landis
Published June 27, 2020
Gophers Forward Sampo Ranta battles a defender at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Feb. 28. The Gophers lost to Michigan 3-2.

Q&A: Checking in with Sampo Ranta

by Julianna Landis
Published June 19, 2020
Forward Ben Meyers follows the puck across the rink at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019.

The NBA revolutionized recruitment with the Professional Pathway Program. Hockey has had a similar blueprint for decades

by Julianna Landis
Published June 9, 2020
Head coach Bob Motzko watches the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Nov. 22. The Gophers won 4-1.

Gophers’ Bob Motzko wins Big Ten Coach of the Year

by Julianna Landis
Published May 11, 2020
The Gopher softball team stands during the national anthem on Saturday, May 18 at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium in Minneapolis. The Gophers beat the University of Georgia 2-1.

Gophers softball announces Piper Ritter as new head coach

by Julianna Landis
Published May 3, 2020
Freshman forward Alex Woken battles for the puck at Ridder Arena on September 30, 2016.

Two Gophers selected by Minnesota Whitecaps in NWHL Draft

by Julianna Landis
Published April 29, 2020
Junior Amber Fiser pitches during the game against Louisiana State University on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium. (Jasmin Kemp / Minnesota Daily)

As ‘stay-at-home’ orders extend, creating workouts for student-athletes becomes more complicated

by Julianna Landis
Published April 27, 2020
Juniors Katelyn Kemmetmueller and Amber Fiser celebrate after an out on Saturday, May 18 at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium in Minneapolis. The Gophers beat the University of Georgia 2-1.

As the country adjusts to life under lockdown, days at the Kemmetmueller farm stay the same

by Julianna Landis
Published April 13, 2020
Head coach Bob Motzko watches the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Nov. 22. The Gophers won 4-1.

Men’s hockey coach Bob Motzko announced as Spencer Penrose Award finalist

by Julianna Landis
Published March 31, 2020

It’s official: The 2020 Tokyo Olympics is postponed

by Julianna Landis
Published March 23, 2020
Junior Tyler Nanne celebrates after his goal in the first period on Saturday, Feb. 23 at Mariucci Arena. The Gophers beat Notre Dame 2-1.

Gophers’ Nanne Signs AHL Contract

by Julianna Landis
Published March 20, 2020
Junior Amber Fiser pitches during the game against Louisiana State University on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium. (Jasmin Kemp / Minnesota Daily)

Softball’s season comes to a sudden end

by Nolan O’Hara and Julianna Landis
Published March 19, 2020

Big Ten Hockey to cancel remaining Tournament games over COVID-19 concerns

by Julianna Landis
Published March 12, 2020

Gophers ready to face Penn State in winner-take-all Semifinal matchup

by Julianna Landis
Published March 11, 2020

Men’s Hockey to advance to Semifinal

by Julianna Landis
Published March 7, 2020
Minnesota men's hockey team walk out to the ice to start the 2014 Hockey City Classic game against the Buckeyes on Friday.

Men’s hockey gears up for postseason rematch

by Julianna Landis
Published March 5, 2020
Gophers Forward Nathan Burke lines up a pass at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Feb. 28. The Gophers lost to Michigan 3-2.

Gophers disappoint in final home series against Michigan

by Julianna Landis
Published March 2, 2020
Gophers Defenseman Ryan Zuhlsdorf collides with an Ohio State player at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020. The Gophers ended the night with a 6-3 victory over Ohio State. 

Gophers’ senior class looks back ahead of final regular season games

by Julianna Landis
Published February 27, 2020

Gophers softball win three of five in Baylor Tournament

by Nolan O’Hara and Julianna Landis
Published February 23, 2020

Gophers drop to second in the Big Ten after tough loss at Penn State

by Julianna Landis
Published February 22, 2020

Gophers prepapre for big series against Penn State as postseason draws closer

by Julianna Landis
Published February 19, 2020
The Gophers line up in preparation for their game against Ohio State in Mariucci Arena on Jan. 24, 2020. The Gophers went on to win 6 to 3.

Gophers secure win and tie against Notre Dame, continuing late-season rally

by Julianna Landis
Published February 17, 2020
Gophers Forward Jaxon Nelson follows the puck after a goal attempt at the 3M Arena at Marriucci on Friday, Feb. 7, 2020. Gophers won against Michigan State 4-1.

Gophers men’s hockey ready to face Notre Dame after loss

by Julianna Landis
Published February 13, 2020
Amber Fiser pitches during the game against Louisiana State University on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

Gophers win three of five games on opening weekend

by Nolan O’Hara and Julianna Landis
Published February 11, 2020
Gophers Forward Jaxon Nelson follows the puck after a goal attempt at the 3M Arena at Marriucci on Friday, Feb. 7, 2020. Gophers won against Michigan State 4-1.

Men’s hockey splits weekend with Spartans

by Julianna Landis
Published February 10, 2020
Gophers Defenseman Tyler Nanne chases the puck at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020. The Gophers ended the night with a 6-3 victory over Ohio State. 

Minnesota continues its hot streak with Wisconsin sweep

by Julianna Landis
Published February 3, 2020
The Weekly Rundown: a sports podcast by the Minnesota Daily

Episode 15: Is Gopher men’s hockey hitting its stride at the perfect time?

by Paul Hodowanic and Julianna Landis
Published January 31, 2020
The Gophers line up in preparation for their game against Ohio State at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020. The Gophers ended the night with a 6-3 victory over Ohio State. 

Men’s hockey to keep new line together against Wisconsin

by Julianna Landis
Published January 30, 2020
Gophers Forward Ben Meyers takes a shot on net at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020. The Gophers ended the night with a 6-3 victory over Ohio State. 

Gophers men’s hockey sweeps Ohio State

by Julianna Landis
Published January 27, 2020

Men’s Hockey prepares for tough test in first week back

by Julianna Landis
Published January 23, 2020
Forward Sammy Walker looks to control the puck during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Nov. 22, 2019. The Gophers won 4-1.

Gophers lose exhibition game against USA Hockey’s U-18 squad 2-1

by Julianna Landis
Published January 20, 2020
The Gophers play Ohio State as part of an outdoor game at Parade Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Jan. 18. (Anna Landis / Minnesota Daily)

Hockey Day Minnesota experience special for local Gophers

by Julianna Landis
Published January 20, 2020
Head coach Bob Motzko watches the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Nov. 22. The Gophers won 4-1.

Men’s hockey takes a loss and a tie against Buckeyes

by Julianna Landis
Published December 9, 2019

Gophers get stuffed by rival North Dakota in holiday series

by Julianna Landis
Published November 29, 2019

Men’s Hockey prepares for Thanksgiving series

by Julianna Landis
Published November 27, 2019
Forward Sammy Walker looks to control the puck during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Nov. 22, 2019. The Gophers won 4-1.

Gophers men’s hockey tie Wisconsin 3-3 in border battle finale, give up extra point

by Julianna Landis
Published November 25, 2019

Gophers win 4-1 over Wisconsin

by Julianna Landis
Published November 23, 2019
Forward Blake McLaughlin chases after the puck during the game against the Penn State at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Nov. 15.

Gophers swept by Penn State

by Julianna Landis
Published November 19, 2019

LaFontaine stood tall in return to Michigan

by Julianna Landis
Published November 15, 2019

Gophers hockey makes improvements in Notre Dame series

by Julianna Landis
Published November 1, 2019
Forward Ben Meyers chases the puck at the 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Oct. 25. The Gophers went on to lose 2-5 to the University of Minnesota Duluth.

Gophers swept by Minnesota-Duluth

by Julianna Landis
Published October 28, 2019

womens soccer final regular season game

by Julianna Landis
Published October 27, 2019

Minnesota soccer reflects on the season as it draws to a close

by Julianna Landis
Published October 23, 2019
Midfielder Katie Duong launches a pass at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 17. The Gophers went on to tie Nebraska 1-1.

Minnesota falls to Iowa in final home game

by Julianna Landis
Published October 21, 2019

Gophers sweep Niagara in men’s hockey home opener

by Julianna Landis
Published October 19, 2019

Minnesota draw Nebraska with comeback goal

by Julianna Landis
Published October 17, 2019

Ben Meyers

by Julianna Landis
Published October 17, 2019
Forward Sammy Walker eyes the puck during the game against the University of Minnesota Duluth on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018 at Mariucci Arena.

Gophers make comeback to split opening weekend at Colorado College

by Julianna Landis
Published October 14, 2019
Goalkeeper Maddie Nielsen saves a goal at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Friday Sept. 27, 2019. The Gophers lost to Penn State 0-1 in overtime.

Gophers lose 0-1 to top-ranked Wisconsin

by Julianna Landis
Published October 14, 2019
Courtesy of Brad Rempel / Gopher Sports.

Gophers’ Katie Duong is making an impact in her freshman season

by Julianna Landis
Published October 10, 2019
Forward Ryan Norman skates after the puck at 3M Arena at Mariucci on Friday, Mar. 1. The Gophers defeated Arizona State 5-1. 

Fresh-faced Gophers ready to begin regular season

by Julianna Landis
Published October 10, 2019
Defender Nikki Albrecht talks to her coach on the sidelines at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 12. The Gophers defeated North Carolina State 1-0.

Gophers fail to climb in Big Ten standings after 0-1 loss to Indiana

by Julianna Landis
Published October 7, 2019

Gophers tie Michigan as Big Ten soccer play continues

by Julianna Landis
Published October 4, 2019
Forward Patricia Ward fights for the ball at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 5. The Gophers lost to Marquette 1-0.

Gophers end dry spell with win over Ohio State

by Julianna Landis
Published September 30, 2019
Forward Sarah Potomak chases after the puck at Ridder Arena on Sunday, March 10, 2019.

Gophers put ten goals on Colgate in opening weekend

by Julianna Landis
Published September 30, 2019
Forward Makenzie Langdok looks to pass the ball up the field at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 12. The Gophers defeated North Carolina State 1-0.

Minnesota battle Penn State into overtime, fall 0-1

by Julianna Landis
Published September 28, 2019
Forward Haley Hartkemeyer huddles with her team at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 12. The Gophers defeated North Carolina State 1-0.

Gophers drop a pair of matches to open Big Ten play

by Julianna Landis
Published September 23, 2019

Gophers open Big Ten play at Rutgers

by Julianna Landis
Published September 20, 2019
Goaltender Maddie Nielsen picks up the ball. Gopher women's soccer lost to Wisconsin 3-2 at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie stadium on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.

Gophers fall to Jackrabbits 1-0

by Julianna Landis
Published September 16, 2019
Senior Emily Heslin handles the ball during the game against DePaul on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018 at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium.

Gophers soccer alumna Emily Heslin signs pro contract

by Julianna Landis
Published September 16, 2019
Goaltender Maddie Nielsen picks up the ball. Gopher women's soccer lost to Wisconsin 3-2 at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie stadium on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.

Minnesota grabs first win of season over NC State

by Julianna Landis
Published September 13, 2019
Defender Marisa Windingstad intercepts the ball at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 16. The Gophers defeated Northwestern 2-0.

Gophers drop match to Virginia

by Julianna Landis
Published September 10, 2019
Defender Alana Dressely heads the ball at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 5. The Gophers lost to Marquette 1-0.

Gophers fall to Marquette in women’s soccer home opener

by Julianna Landis
Published September 6, 2019
April Bockin dribbles down the field during the game against DePaul on Thursday, Aug. 30 at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium.

Gophers soccer finds inspiration in USA’s World Cup win

by Julianna Landis
Published September 5, 2019
Goaltender Maddie Nielsen picks up the ball. Gopher women's soccer lost to Wisconsin 3-2 at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie stadium on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.

Gophers soccer still looking for its first win of the season

by Julianna Landis
Published September 2, 2019
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