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Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Nolan O’Hara, Sports Editor

All content by Nolan O'Hara
Episode 39: Gophers softball on a roll in final stretch of regular season

Episode 39: Gophers softball on a roll in final stretch of regular season

by Nolan O'Hara and Matthew Kennedy
Published April 24, 2021
Episode 38: Gophers volleyball looks to make another NCAA tournament run

Episode 38: Gophers volleyball looks to make another NCAA tournament run

by Nolan O'Hara and Brendan O'Brien
Published April 16, 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
Courtesy photo of Regina Martinez.

‘You’re going to be making history’: UMN medical student breaks barriers as first Mexican woman to compete in FIS World Ski Championships

by Nolan O'Hara
Published March 26, 2021
Episode 36: Gophers turn to Ben Johnson to keep in-state talent

Episode 36: Gophers turn to Ben Johnson to keep in-state talent

by Nolan O'Hara and AJ Condon
Published March 25, 2021
Episode 35: With Pitino out, Gophers men's basketball begins its coaching search

Episode 35: With Pitino out, Gophers men’s basketball begins its coaching search

by Nolan O'Hara and AJ Condon
Published March 19, 2021
Episode 34: Gophers women's hockey stunned by tournament snub

Episode 34: Gophers women’s hockey stunned by tournament snub

by Nolan O'Hara and Matthew Kennedy
Published March 12, 2021
Episode 33: Gophers men's basketball drops sixth straight, looks to Rutgers

Episode 33: Gophers men’s basketball drops sixth straight, looks to Rutgers

by Nolan O'Hara and AJ Condon
Published March 5, 2021
The Gophers huddle to celebrate defeating Oral Roberts three sets to none at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019.

Gophers volleyball postponed for second straight week

by Nolan O'Hara, Sports Editor
Published March 4, 2021
Bethany and Megan Hasz run side by side at Les Bolstad Golf Course on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. The Hasz twins finished first and second overall for Gopher women's cross country at the 33rd annual Roy Griak Invitational.

Gophers women win 2021 Big Ten indoor track and field championships

by Nolan O'Hara, Sports Editor
Published February 28, 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
Bethany and Megan Hasz run side by side at Les Bolstad Golf Course on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. The Hasz twins finished first and second overall for Gopher women's cross country at the 33rd annual Roy Griak Invitational.

Gophers sweep 3,000 meter at Hawkeye Invitational

by Nolan O'Hara, Sports Editor
Published February 14, 2021
Episode 31: Gophers men’s basketball ends three-game skid, looks towards Purdue

Episode 31: Gophers men’s basketball ends three-game skid, looks towards Purdue

by Nolan O'Hara and AJ Condon
Published February 11, 2021
Episode 30: Gophers volleyball off to 4-0 start to 2021 campaign

Episode 30: Gophers volleyball off to 4-0 start to 2021 campaign

by Nolan O'Hara and Brendan O'Brien
Published February 5, 2021
Episode 29: Gophers drop first home game to Maryland, up next is Purdue

Episode 29: Gophers drop first home game to Maryland, up next is Purdue

by Nolan O'Hara and AJ Condon
Published January 30, 2021
Gable Steveson grapples with his opponent at Maturi Pavilion on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2019. The Gophers lost to Penn State 31-10.

Gophers wrestling dominated by No. 1 Iowa

by Nolan O'Hara, Sports Editor
Published January 22, 2021
Episode 28: Catching up with Gophers basketball

Episode 28: Catching up with Gophers basketball

by Nolan O'Hara and AJ Condon
Published January 22, 2021
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.

Gophers volleyball to kick off season Jan. 23

by Nolan O'Hara, Sports Reporter
Published December 30, 2020
Gophers Wide Receiver Rashod Bateman carries the ball at the 2020 Outback Bowl on Wednesday, Jan. 1. The Gophers went on to take the game 31-24 over the Auburn Tigers.

Gophers Bateman opts out of remainder of the season

by Nolan O'Hara, Sports Editor
Published November 25, 2020
Episode 27: Defensive struggles hurt Minnesota in its first two games

Episode 27: Defensive struggles hurt Minnesota in its first two games

by Nolan O'Hara and Brendan O'Brien
Published November 5, 2020
Episode 26: Gophers football: From Michigan to Maryland

Episode 26: Gophers football: From Michigan to Maryland

by Nolan O'Hara and Brendan O'Brien
Published October 30, 2020
Episode 25: A look at Michigan

Episode 25: A look at Michigan

by Nolan O'Hara and Brendan O'Brien
Published October 22, 2020
Episode 24: Previewing Gopher football

Episode 24: Previewing Gopher football

by Nolan O'Hara and Brendan O'Brien
Published October 16, 2020
Episode 23: Cuts and Title IX compliance

Episode 23: Cuts and Title IX compliance

by Nolan O'Hara and Matthew Kennedy
Published October 8, 2020
Episode 22: Bateman is back for the Gophers

Episode 22: Bateman is back for the Gophers

by Nolan O'Hara and Brendan O'Brien
Published October 8, 2020
Gopher head coach Richard Pitino looks down the court on Tuesday, March 5 at Williams Arena.

NCAA grants waiver for Gophers’ Robbins

by Nolan O'Hara
Published September 2, 2020
Morgan La Casse

UMN student-athlete charged with criminal sexual conduct

by Nolan O'Hara
Published August 25, 2020
Head Coach PJ Fleck leads the team out of the tunnel at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9. The Gophers defeated Penn State 31-26 to bring their record to 9-0. A first since 1904.

Without football this fall, Fleck encourages Gophers to ‘Row the Boat’ and focus on the present

by Nolan O'Hara
Published August 14, 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)

Big Ten cancels fall sports

by Nolan O'Hara
Published August 11, 2020
Gophers Guard Marcus Carr dribbles the ball up the court at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020. The Gophers went into the second half with a 47-31 lead over the Maryland Terrapins.

Carr opts out of NBA Draft, will return to Minnesota

by Nolan O'Hara
Published July 31, 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)

Seven Gophers’ athletes test positive for COVID-19

by Nolan O'Hara
Published June 30, 2020
Junior Erik Hunter competes in the 200 Yard Backstroke race during the Minnesota Invitational on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017 at the Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center.

Gophers swim and dive poised for breakout 2020

by Nolan O'Hara
Published May 18, 2020
Head Coach Hugh McCutcheon speaks with his team at the Maturi Pavilion on Thursday, Nov. 14. The Gophers ended the night with a 3-1 loss against the Badgers.

Q&A: Myers discusses upcoming season at Minnesota

by Nolan O'Hara
Published May 5, 2020
Junior Katelyn Kemmetmueller practices on the side as freshman Emma burns goes up to bat on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium in Minneapolis. The Gophers beat North Dakota State University 3-0.

Ritter in for the long haul as Gopher softball coach

by Nolan O'Hara
Published May 4, 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 begins head coaching search

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 30, 2020
Outside Hitter Alexis Hart dives for the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 22. The Gophers took Nebraska to five sets but ultimately fell 3-2.

Former Gophers standout Alexis Hart finishes first season of pro career overseas

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 28, 2020
Gophers' softball head coach Jamie Trachsel speaks to players of the team.

Gophers softball head coach Jamie Trachsel announces departure for Ole Miss

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 24, 2020
Courtesy of University of Minnesota athletics. 

Rowing and sewing: Gophers rower makes masks to help fight pandemic

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 23, 2020
Junior Katelyn Kemmetmueller throws the ball to first base for an out on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium in Minneapolis. The Gophers beat North Dakota State University 3-0.

Three more seniors announce 2021 return for Gophers softball

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 22, 2020

Brooke Vander Heide reflects on short yet meaningful senior season

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 20, 2020
Head Coach Hugh McCutcheon speaks with his team at the Maturi Pavilion on Thursday, Nov. 14. The Gophers ended the night with a 3-1 loss against the Badgers.

Gophers volleyball adds grad transfer

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 17, 2020

Hayden trains for postponed Olympic trials, helps others

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 10, 2020
The Gophers will face off against Mankato next on Friday and Saturday.

University estimates millions in lost athletics revenue, up to $75 million

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 8, 2020
Pitcher Amber Fisher hugs catcher Emma Burns after a strike out pitch at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium against Northwestern on Friday, May 3, 2019.

Amber Fiser to come back in the circle in 2021

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 6, 2020
Steveson competed for the Gophers from 2018-2022.

Steveson’s Olympic and national championship aspirations on halt for now

by Nolan O'Hara
Published April 6, 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
Steveson competed for the Gophers from 2018-2022.

Steveson wins heavyweight title as Gophers take eighth at the Big Ten Championships

by Nolan O'Hara
Published March 10, 2020
Gophers Brayton Lee fights a takedown at Maturi Pavilion on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020. The Gophers lost to Penn State 31-10.

Gophers wrestling braces for Big Ten Championships

by Nolan O'Hara
Published March 5, 2020
Natalie Denhartog waits for the pitch during the game against Iowa at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on Friday, April 26.

Minnesota softball puts together its best weekend of the year

by Nolan O'Hara
Published March 2, 2020
MaKenna Partain waits to bat on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.

MaKenna Partain is a consistent force for Gophers softball

by Nolan O'Hara
Published February 27, 2020
Steveson competed for the Gophers from 2018-2022.

Skatzka shines for Gophers in loss to Nebraska

by Nolan O'Hara
Published February 24, 2020

Gophers softball win three of five in Baylor Tournament

by Nolan O'Hara and Julianna Landis
Published February 23, 2020
Emily Hansen, left, and Natalie DenHartog.

Who’s on first? — Hansen fills void for Gophers softball

by Nolan O'Hara
Published February 20, 2020
Photo Courtesy of Gopher Softball

Gophers softball splits weekend series in Clearwater

by Nolan O'Hara
Published February 17, 2020
Gable Steveson grapples with his opponent at Maturi Pavilion on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2019. The Gophers lost to Penn State 31-10.

Gophers wrestling: Close losses lead to blowout in Iowa

by Nolan O'Hara
Published February 16, 2020
Gophers Gable Steveson faces off with his opponent at Maturi Pavilion on Sunday, Feb. 9. The Gophers lost to Penn State 31-10.

Gophers wrestling boasts a bright future for this season and beyond

by Nolan O'Hara
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 Gable Steveson faces off with his opponent at Maturi Pavilion on Sunday, Feb. 9. The Gophers lost to Penn State 31-10.

Gophers wrestling struggles against No. 2 Penn State

by Nolan O'Hara
Published February 10, 2020
Members of the Gopher softball team celebrate after winning the NCAA Super Regional against Louisiana State at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium on Saturday, May 25. 

Gophers softball embraces expectations

by Nolan O'Hara
Published February 6, 2020
A referee gestures a point scored at the Maturi Pavilion on Sunday Jan. 26. The Gophers lost 21-13 to the Buckeyes.

Gophers have bounce-back weekend with two victories

by Nolan O'Hara
Published February 3, 2020
Sophomore Gable Steveson competes at 197 during the match against South Dakota State at the Maturi Pavilion on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018.

Gable Steveson returns to the Gophers with national championship aspirations

by Nolan O'Hara
Published January 30, 2020
Senior Mitch McKee grapples with Ohio State's Luke Fletcher at the Maturi Pavilion on Sunday Jan. 26. The Gophers lost 21-13 to the Buckeyes.

Gophers wrestling falls to Ohio State

by Nolan O'Hara
Published January 27, 2020
Redshirt Senior Devin Skatzka competes at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 1. 

100 and counting: Skatzka leads the way for Gophers wrestling

by Nolan O'Hara
Published January 23, 2020
The Gophers will compete in Big Ten Tournament in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Saturday and Sunday.

Gophers wrestling splits duals in Michigan

by Nolan O'Hara
Published January 20, 2020
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.

No charges for U wrestlers in sexual assault case

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 20, 2019
The Gophers watch from the sidelines at the Maturi Pavilion on Thursday, Nov. 14. They ended the night with a 3-1 loss against the Badgers.

Gophers fall to Stanford in Final Four

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 20, 2019
Outside hitter Adanna Rollins spikes the ball during the game against the Fairfield Stags in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 6.

Adanna Rollins leading rejuvenated Gophers offense to Final Four

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 19, 2019
The Gophers celebrate a scored point during the game against the Fairfield Stags in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 6.

Gophers volleyball advances to the Elite Eight

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 15, 2019
Outside hitter Alexis Hart pushes the ball over the net during the game against the Fairfield Stags in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 6.

Gophers volleyball Final Four bound

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 15, 2019
Libero Rachel Kilkelly prepares to serve the ball during the game against the Fairfield Stags in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 6.

Gophers volleyball slated for rematch with Florida in Sweet Sixteen

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 12, 2019
Redshirt Freshman Brayton Lee competes at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 1. 

Gophers’ wrestling takes seventh at Cliff Keen Invitational

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 8, 2019
Outside hitter Alexis Hart pushes the ball over the net during the game against the Fairfield Stags in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 6.

Gophers escape Creighton, advance to Sweet Sixteen

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 8, 2019
Gopher fans cheer during the game against the Fairfield Stags in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 6.

Gophers volleyball cruises to second round with win over Fairfield

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 7, 2019
From left, Gophers Adanna Rollins, Shea Rubright and CC McGraw cheer upon hearing their ranking at the NCAA Championship seed announcements at Williams Arena on Sunday, Dec. 1. Minnesota, ranked seventh, is slated to play Fairfield University in the first round.

Gophers volleyball earns No. 7 seed in NCAA Championship

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 2, 2019
Opposite Hitter Stephanie Samedy jumps to spike the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 22. The Gophers took Nebraska to five sets but ultimately fell 3-2.

Gophers volleyball closes out regular season with pair of wins

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 2, 2019
Running back Mohamed Ibrahim runs the ball during the Gopher game against the Badgers at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Gophers’ offense falls flat against Wisconsin

by Nolan O'Hara
Published December 1, 2019
Head Coach Hugh McCutcheon speaks with his team during a timeout at the Maturi Pavillion on Saturday, Oct. 5. The Gophers defeated Rutgers three sets to one. 

Gophers volleyball signs star-studded 2020 class

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 29, 2019
Redshirt Patrick Mckee prepares for a match with an opposing Rider wrestler at Williams Arena on Friday, Nov. 15. The Gophers went on to fall to Rider with a final score of 21-17.

Close losses hurt Gophers against Oklahoma State

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 25, 2019
Rachel Kilkelly dives for the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 22. The Gophers took Nebraska to five sets but ultimately fell 3-2. 

Gophers volleyball beats Iowa on senior night

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 25, 2019
Middle Blocker Regan Pittman jumps to spike the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 22. The Gophers took Nebraska to five sets but ultimately fell 3-2.

Gophers drop-five set match to No. 6 Nebraska

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 24, 2019
Libero CC McGraw celebrates a point at the Maturi Pavilion on Thursday, Nov. 14. The Gophers ended the night with a 3-1 loss against the Badgers.

C.C. McGraw leads Gophers volleyball from back row

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 21, 2019

Gophers bounce back at Daktronics Open

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 18, 2019
Libero CC McGraw celebrates a point at the Maturi Pavilion on Thursday, Nov. 14. The Gophers ended the night with a 3-1 loss against the Badgers.

Gophers bounce back with win over Michigan

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 18, 2019
Redshirt Senior Carson Brolsma holds an opposing Rider wrestler at Williams Arena on Friday, Nov. 15. The Gophers went on to fall to Rider with a final score of 21-17.

Gophers stunned by Rider

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 18, 2019

Badgers hand Gophers first home loss of season

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 15, 2019
Patrick McKee competes at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 1, 2019.

Patrick McKee learned from his brother, now he’s teaching others

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 14, 2019
Outside Hitter Adanna Rollins prepares to jump to spike the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Wednesday, Oct. 30.

With a pair of sweeps, Gophers slated for big match against Wisconsin

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 11, 2019
Senior Mitch McKee competes at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 1. 

Gophers show out at Bison Open

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 11, 2019
Gophers Safety Antoine Winfield prepares to catch an interception at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9. The Gophers defeated Penn State 31-26 to bring their record to 9-0. A first since 1904.

Franklin’s Penn State stalled by his “man-crush”

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 9, 2019
Outside Hitter Alexis Hart receives the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Sept. 7. The Gophers defeated Florida 3 sets to 0 for their home opener.

Hart hopes to close out senior season being the ‘best person’ she can

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 7, 2019
Opposite Hitter Stephanie Samedy sets the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Wednesday, Oct. 30. 

Gophers earn road win, beat Purdue for second time this season

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 4, 2019
Redshirt Senior Carson Brolsma competes at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 1. 

Gophers start season strong, earn dual victory over CSU Bakersfield

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 4, 2019
Fans cheer on Gopher volleyball on Dec. 1, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion in Minneapolis.

Gophers volleyball takes down Ohio State in five sets

by Nolan O'Hara
Published November 2, 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 wrestling set to start 2019 season without star wrestler

by Nolan O'Hara
Published October 31, 2019
Outside Hitter Alexis Hart receives the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Sept. 7. The Gophers defeated Florida 3 sets to 0 for their home opener.

Gophers take down Michigan in five sets

by Nolan O'Hara
Published October 28, 2019
Middle Blocker Regan Pittman spikes the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Sept. 7. The Gophers defeated Florida 3 sets to 0 for their home opener.

Gophers close out first half of conference season with a win at Michigan State

by Nolan O'Hara
Published October 28, 2019
Middle Blocker Taylor Morgan celebrates a scored point at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Oct. 19. The Gophers defeated Illinois three sets to one. 

Morgan changes her leadership approach in senior season

by Nolan O'Hara
Published October 24, 2019
Adanna Rollins and CC McGraw celebrate a scored point at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Oct. 19. The Gophers defeated Illinois three sets to one.

Gophers grab two home victories over the weekend

by Nolan O'Hara
Published October 21, 2019
Head Coach Hugh McCutcheon speaks with his team during a timeout at the Maturi Pavillion on Saturday, Oct. 5. The Gophers defeated Rutgers three sets to one. 

Despite injuries, Gophers off to strong start in Big Ten volleyball

by Nolan O'Hara
Published October 17, 2019
Freshman Rachel Kilkelly looks receive the ball at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019. The Gophers defeated Florida 3 sets to 0. (Jack Rodgers / Minnesota Daily)

Gophers fall to rival Wisconsin

by Nolan O'Hara
Published October 14, 2019
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