Notebook: Blake Cashman and other Gophers take part in NFL Pro Day
After a strong showing at the NFL Scouting Combine, all eyes were on Gophers linebacker Blake Cashman during the University of Minnesota Pro Day. It’s nothing new for Cashman, who has been taking part in one continuous job interview for the past couple of months. “Everyone is evaluating you constantly and you have a lot […] READ MORE
3/26 Practice Notebook: Gophers showing off depth, physical growth this spring
The Gophers held their fifth practice of the spring on Tuesday and it was the second session open to the media. After working the Big Ten Tournament during the last public practice, this was my first chance to see part of the 2019 squad in action. In this type of setting, it’s hard to […] READ MORE
3/26 Practice Notebook: Gophers showing off depth, physical growth this spring
The Gophers held their fifth practice of the spring on Tuesday and it was the second session open to the media. After working the Big Ten Tournament during the last public practice, this was my first chance to see part of the 2019 squad in action. In this type of setting, it’s hard to […] READ MORE
House Report: Jordan Murphy’s historic career ends in the Gophers’ 70-50 loss
Minnesota fans have long wondered if their giant in the post was made of iron. After seemingly every physical hit in the post, Jordan Murphy would always get back up. Every loose ball, rebound and post entry touched the hands of No. 3. He simply seemed indestructible. Some day, his number will be in the […] READ MORE
Mutual respect shared between Richard Pitino and Tom Izzo before NCAA Tourney clash
When the Gophers take the court against against No. 2 Michigan State on Saturday night, a familiar opponent will be standing across from them. This time, it won’t be for an ordinary Big Ten game, but an NCAA Tournament matchup. Minnesota dropped its last matchup to Michigan State in early February, 79-55. Since then, both […] READ MORE
House Report: Hot shooting carries the #Gophers to an 86-76 NCAA Tournament win
The clock struck zero as guard Dupree McBrayer ran to the opposite end of the arena to celebrate with thousands of maroon and gold fans. A player who has overcome adversity in many ways, was basking in the glory of a special moment. For thousands of fans who made the trip, they waited years to […] READ MORE
Gophers in the NFL
The Gophers boasts one of the oldest programs in college football. Since 1882, college prospects have turned out for the University of Minnesota and there has been a long line of Gophers stars making it big in the NFL as a result. Five former Gophers graduates have been inducted into the Hall of Fame of […] READ MORE
House Report: Jordan Murphy muscles the #Gophers to a 75-73 upset over Purdue
CHICAGO– Following a dramatic 77-72 overtime win against Penn State on Thursday night, the Gophers didn’t have much time to rest before a Big Ten Tournament showdown with No. 2 Purdue. From the opening tip, Minnesota didn’t show any signs of fatigue against one of the Big Ten’s top teams. They brought energy, physicality and […] READ MORE
House Report: Dupree McBrayer carries Gophers to a dramatic, 77-72, overtime victory
CHICAGO— For the majority of Thursday night’s Big Ten Tournament game against Penn State, the Gophers felt like they were playing a step slow. The offense was out of sync and everyone lacked energy on both ends of the court. Minnesota was trailing by eight points with four minutes remaining and it felt like the […] READ MORE