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Still Dancing. Still Winning. Still Minnesota.
Three hours before the sun rose over Orlando, fans lined up outside the ESPN Wide World of Sports to grab a seat at the AdventHealth Arena to watch the Dance finals that included Jazz, Pom, and Hip-Hop. While the first performance wasn’t until 8:25 am this morning. Thousands lined up as early as 4:30 am […] READ MORE
The Major Differences Between NCAA Basketball and the NBA
College and professional basketball share a court, a hoop, and a ball. After that, the games diverge in ways that affect how possessions unfold, how teams strategize, and how much money flows through each system. At a glance, the biggest differences between NCAA basketball and the NBA come down to game length, shot clock rules, […] READ MORE
Minnesota Spirit Squad Makes a Statement on Day Two at UCA/UDA Nationals
The second day in Orlando, Florida, for the UCA/UDA National Championship Competition was busy and action-packed for your Minnesota Gophers Spirit Squad. The day began when the Minnesota Dance Team set out to defend its Pom title. The Gophers have dominated this category, winning it the last three years and looking to win it for […] READ MORE
New Faces, Same Standard: Gophers Cheer Team Defends National Championship
With one day already in the books at the UCA/UDA College National Finals, one team from the Minnesota spirit squad are back to back national champions. The Minnesota Gophers Small Coed Cheer Game Day Team was the first Gopher group from Minnesota to perform this weekend, finishing with the highest score in their division in […] READ MORE
Fleck Brings the Family Back: Gophers Reload Staff With Alumni and Familiar Faces
P.J. Fleck didn’t just reshape his coaching staff this offseason — he brought the family back together. Minnesota announced a series of coaching changes that feature a strong theme of reunion, with multiple former Gophers players and coaches returning to Minneapolis. From program legends to familiar developmental voices, Fleck’s latest staff moves lean heavily into […] READ MORE
All Eyes on the Gophers: Minnesota Spirit Squad Heads to the “Super Bowl of Dance”
Every January, Orlando hosts the “Super Bowl of Dance” as college teams across the country converge on the Walt Disney World Sports Complex for the UCA/UDA College National Championships. In the dance and cheer world, it doesn’t get any better than what will be taking place this weekend in Florida. In 2026, all eyes (and […] READ MORE
Play Smart: Tips and Strategies for Sweepstakes Casino Players
Sweepstakes casinos have opened the door to a new style of online gaming. Instead of risking real money deposits like traditional online casinos, players use virtual currencies and promotional entries to enjoy slots, blackjack, roulette, and more, often with the chance to redeem winnings for real prizes. It’s a fun, low-pressure way to experience casino-style […] READ MORE
Minnesota Golden Gophers call back Mohamed Ibrahim as running backs coach
Minnesota is calling back a familiar face to establish its program and become a better team in the difficult NCAAF landscape. Mohamed Ibrahim, the Gophers’ all-time leading rusher, agreed to return to Minneapolis as running backs coach. He is one of eight new signings announced on January 16 by head coach P.J. Fleck. Ibrahim spent […] READ MORE
Gophers WBB Fall to #3 UCLA, 76-58
Gophers lose to UCLA 76-58 and drop to 12-5, 3-3 in Big Ten play. Gophers defense allows just 51 points through three quarters before allowing 25 in the fourth. They force 18 turnovers and held UCLA’s offense in check throughout most of the game. Offensively they just couldn’t break out, after jumping out to a […] READ MORE