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Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Theo Franz

Theo Franz, Sports Desk Editor

Theo is a sports reporter from Menomonee Falls, WI. He started off his journalism career as a reporter and camera operator for his hometown’s cable station. Now, he is enrolled at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities aiming for a Bachelor’s in broadcast journalism.

All content by Theo Franz
Remnants of the encampment on the Northrop Mall being cleaned up on Thursday morning.

Closed buildings to open Thursday at noon, encampment scheduled to end

by Theo Franz, Sam Hill, and Alex Steil
Published May 2, 2024
Protestors and counter-protestors in drizzly weather on Monday. Several buildings were closed by the University because of the protests' escalation.

Coffman Union, East Bank buildings see continued closures through Thursday at noon amidst calls for “escalation” of protests

by Theo Franz, Sam Hill, and Spencer White
Published April 29, 2024
Police on Northrop Mall Tuesday morning. A protestor carries a Palestinian Flag.

Faculty, students protests occur on Northrop Mall, at Coffman Union

by Theo Franz and Sam Hill
Published April 23, 2024
Al Nolen commentating on the Gophers basketball game against New Orleans on Nov. 30, 2023.

The voices in sports that carry

by Theo Franz
Published January 21, 2024
PJ Fleck and the Gopher football team on Sept. 30, 2023.

Minnesota football served fans a 35-24 victory over Louisiana for homecoming

by Theo Franz
Published October 1, 2023
Williams Arena as seen on Monday, June 17, 2019.

Kennedy Klick suffers knee injury, announced out for season

by Claire Duchesne and Theo Franz
Published September 20, 2023
A post-game press conference following the Gophers’ win against the Cornhuskers on August 31, 2023. Minnesota beat the Nebraska team 13-10.

[Photo] Minnesota survives season opener against Nebraska

by Andrew Cornelius
Published September 3, 2023
Nubin, who was playing as a temporary wide receiver, scored in the game's first quarter.

Young stars bud in Minnesota football Spring Game

by Theo Franz
Published April 24, 2023
The hammer throw group is ranked first in the nation and Kostas Zaltos, a 23-year-old international student from Greece, is leading the group.

From Greece to GREAT: Kostas Zaltos follows hammer throwing dream

by Theo Franz
Published April 5, 2023
Williams Arena as seen on Monday, June 17, 2019.

Dawn Plitzuweit named new UMN women’s basketball head coach

by Theo Franz
Published March 18, 2023
Defensive back Howden stood out when he improved six inches in the vertical challenger during Wednesday's Pro Day.

UMN football hosts annual Pro Day, Vikings personnel present

by Theo Franz
Published March 18, 2023
Forward Alanna Micheaux shoots the ball at the game against Nebraska on Wednesday, Feb. 15.

Women’s basketball concludes season, mistake-riddled performance

by Theo Franz
Published March 1, 2023
Forward Pharrel Payne blocks Iowa at the game on Sunday, Feb. 12.

Losing streak continues for UMN men’s basketball

by Theo Franz
Published February 24, 2023
Quarterback Tanner Morgan winds up for a pass at Huntington Bank Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. The Gophers defeated Georgia Southern 35-32.

Tanner Morgan drafted ninth overall to USFL’s Michigan Panthers

by Theo Franz
Published February 22, 2023
Guard Ta’Lon Cooper shoots the ball during the game against Iowa on Sunday, Feb. 12.

Iowa Hawkeyes strike down UMN men’s basketball 68-56

by Theo Franz
Published February 13, 2023
Forward Alanna Micheaux shoots during the game against Michigan on Sunday, Jan. 29.

UMN women’s basketball loses 2 consecutive matchups at home

by Theo Franz
Published February 3, 2023
Jaden Henley blocks a shot from Indiana during the game on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Men’s basketball’s offense crumbles in final minutes against Indiana

by Theo Franz
Published January 27, 2023
Guard Mara Braun charges for the basket during the Gophers' game against Lehigh, Nov. 13, 2022.

Boilermakers’ defense steamrolls UMN women’s basketball

by Theo Franz
Published January 23, 2023
Guard Amaya Battle dribbles the ball down the court during the Gophers' game against Lehigh, Nov. 13.

UMN women’s basketball doubles down on victories against Penn State

by Theo Franz
Published January 20, 2023
Forward Joshua Ola-Joseph takes a free throw during Minnesota's game against Michigan, Dec. 8. Minnesota lost, 90-75.

Gophers men’s basketball dazed by the Maize

by Theo Franz
Published December 12, 2022
Guard Katie Borowicz looks to pass the ball in-bounds to her teammates during Minnesota's game against Kentucky, Dec. 7, 2022. The Gophers lost, 80-74.

Gophers women’s basketball keeps it close in Kentucky loss

by Theo Franz
Published December 8, 2022
Banham started her work in media last season broadcasting a contest between Rutgers and the Gophers. Photo courtesy of Gopher Athletics.

Rachel Banham inspires next generation of hoopers with podcast

by Theo Franz
Published December 5, 2022
Guard Amaya Battle dribbles the ball down the court during the Gophers' game against Lehigh, Nov. 13.

Women’s basketball battles in Cavalier Classic Tournament

by Theo Franz
Published November 30, 2022
Members of the Gopher football team hold up the axe on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2019, at the football team's indoor practice when the team returned from their win in Madison, Wisconsin.

Gophers hoist the Axe in Madison after beating the Badgers 23-16

by Theo Franz
Published November 26, 2022
Williams Arena as seen on Monday, June 17, 2019.

Gophers women’s basketball struggles in Fargo, recovers at home

by Alex Karwowski and Theo Franz
Published November 22, 2022
Guard Ta'lon Cooper directs his teammates down the court during Minnesota's exhibition game against St. Olaf, Wednesday, Nov. 2.

Gophers basketball bounces back, earns third win

by Theo Franz
Published November 20, 2022
Williams Arena as seen on Monday, June 17, 2019.

Men’s basketball wins, loses big in two home games

by Theo Franz
Published November 16, 2022
Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis calls a play during the Gophers' game against Colorado, Sept. 17.

Gophers football rallies in second half, beats Nebraska 20-13

by Theo Franz
Published November 6, 2022
Minnesota wide receiver Autman-Bell prepares for a drive during the Gophers' game against Colorado on Saturday, Sept. 17. Autman-Bell will miss the rest of the 2022 season with a leg injury.

Gophers wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell set to return for a seventh season

by Theo Franz
Published November 4, 2022
Running back Mohamed Ibrahim runs the ball toward the end zone during Minnesota's game against Rutgers, Oct. 29. Minnesota won, 31-0.

Minnesota football gives Rutgers scary-good performance

by Theo Franz
Published October 30, 2022
The Gophers played Rutgers on Saturday and won. The remaining schedule includes Nebraska, Northwestern, Iowa and Wisconsin.

Minnesota’s remaining path through the Big Ten

by Theo Franz
Published October 30, 2022
Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis calls a play during the Gophers' game against Colorado, Sept. 17.

Gophers football drop third straight after loss to Penn State

by Theo Franz
Published October 23, 2022
Minnesota wide receiver Autman-Bell prepares for a drive during the Gophers' game against Colorado on Saturday, Sept. 17. Autman-Bell will miss the rest of the 2022 season with a leg injury.

Gophers receivers struggle to recapture production with higher snap share

by Theo Franz
Published October 21, 2022
Quarterback Tanner Morgan hands the ball off to running back Mohamed Ibrahim during the Gophers game against Colorado, Saturday, Sept. 17. The Gophers won, 49-7.

Gophers football loses fight against Illinois 26-14

by Theo Franz
Published October 15, 2022
Cornerback Justin Walley looks to make a tackle in the Gophers' game against Purdue, Saturday, Oct. 1. The Gophers lost, 20-10.

Gophers defensive backs shine despite loss

by Theo Franz
Published October 9, 2022
Thomas Barber and Coney Durr tackle Purdue on Saturday, Nov. 10 at TCF Bank Stadium. The Gophers beat the Boilermakers 41-10.

Gophers to face Purdue in 103rd annual Homecoming football game

by Theo Franz
Published September 30, 2022
Quarterback Tanner Morgan hands the ball off to running back Mohamed Ibrahim during the Gophers game against Colorado, Saturday, Sept. 17. The Gophers won, 49-7.

Gophers football conquers Spartans 34-7

by Theo Franz
Published September 24, 2022
Defensive Coordinator Joseph Rossi oversees a drill at the Athlete's Village practice field.

Understanding Joe Rossi, defense’s early season dominance

by Theo Franz
Published September 23, 2022
Minnesota wide receiver Autman-Bell prepares for a drive during the Gophers' game against Colorado on Saturday, Sept. 17. Autman-Bell will miss the rest of the 2022 season with a leg injury.

BREAKING: Gophers star wide receiver Autman-Bell out for season

by Theo Franz
Published September 19, 2022
The last time the Golden Gophers went without the gold was during last year's season-opener against Ohio State.

Fans react negatively to Gophers’ new black, white uniforms

by Theo Franz
Published September 14, 2022
Former Gophers Center Daniel Oturu shoots the ball at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Twin Cities Pro Am embodies Minnesota’s basketball culture

by Theo Franz
Published August 6, 2022
TCF Bank Stadium as seen on Oct. 9, 2019.

3 potential 2022 breakout players for Gophers football

by Theo Franz
Published July 24, 2022
Holloway was recruited as part of the team's highly ranked recruiting class.

BREAKING: Women’s basketball freshman Niamya Holloway out for season

by Theo Franz
Published July 13, 2022
Many people expected Holloway to become a leader for the Gophers women's basketball's next generation of players.

Incoming freshman Nia Holloway talks women’s basketball, college life, social justice

by Theo Franz
Published July 12, 2022
Guard Payton Willis signals to a teammate at Williams Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The Gophers went on to defeat Cleveland State 85-50.

Former Gophers guard Payton Willis signs with Golden State

by Theo Franz
Published July 1, 2022
Marion Barber played for the Gopher football team from 2001-04.

Fans remember the life of Gophers football legend Marion Barber III

by Theo Franz
Published June 19, 2022
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