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Excitement buzzes through the streets of downtown Minneapolis as the sound of drums fills the air. Fans in maroon and gold rush towards the Target Center, anticipation dancing in their eyes. It’s a historic night for the Big Ten Women’s Tournament, with tickets sold out for the first time ever. The Gopher women’s basketball team […] READ MORE
Last night, the Minnesota Golden Gopher women’s basketball team stepped off their bus, their emotions as varied as their playing styles. Freshman Ayianna Johnson sported a bright smile, while Mallory Heyer exuded a serious demeanor. Bundled against the chill, they posed for photos before boarding the Sun Country jet bound for Lincoln, Nebraska, where they […] READ MORE
Where do things stand after Week Eight? Noel Thompson gives us his Big Ten Power Rankings. Follow Noel on Twitter: @N0elthompson 1. Michigan Last week: #1 2. Ohio State Last week: #3 3. Penn State Last week: #2 4. Rutgers Last Week: #5 5. Wisconsin Last Week: #7 6. Minnesota Last week: #8 7. Iowa Last […] READ MORE
Tamin Lipsey, a 6-foot-2, 190-pound point guard from Ames (IA) High, is one of the top playmakers in the Class of 2022. Lipsey is playing for D1 Minnesota 17-and-under team this summer. Lipsey helped lead his USA Basketball team to the 2019 FIBA Americas Under 16 Championship. They finished 6-0, winning the gold medal in […] READ MORE
Camden Heide, a 6-foot-6 rising junior from Wayzata (MN) High, is considered the third best player in the Minnesota’s Class of 2022. Heide averaged 15.1 points per game as he helped lead the Trojans to an 11-17 record this past season as a sophomore, losing to Hopkins 66-56 in the Class AAAA Section 6 semifinals. He […] READ MORE
Richard Pitino capped off a strong spring recruiting period with his biggest move yet. Utah transfer Both Gach committed to the Gophers on Monday. Gach, an Austin, Minn. native, brings much-needed experience to Minnesota’s backcourt. The 6-foot-7 guard can handle the ball or play on the wing. His versatility, athleticism and shooting ability will make […] READ MORE
Basketball is among some of the most popular games. Millions of people from different parts of the continent play or follow basketball closely. The National Basketball Association (N.B.A.) league is the most watched by different basketball lovers. The American League has managed to produce some basketball greats like Michael Jordan, Allen Iverson, Kobe Bryant, and […] READ MORE
With Minneapolis in the national spotlight, Nadine Babu brought in St. Louis Native Kendal Shell to discuss the past week in Minneapolis. The two discuss race, Kendal’s personal experience with recent protests and his story from his time at the U of M and MPD. PODCAST LINK: https://share.transistor.fm/s/b693f3f7 Video clips from the interview can be found […] READ MORE
Over the years, the Minnesota Gophers college basketball team has produced some great players. Gopher icons like Kevin McHale and Mychal Thompson did Minnesota proud when they moved into the pro game after being drafted. Of course, this fine sporting tradition is still carrying on today with top Gopher players’ Daniel Oturu and Marcus Carr […] READ MORE
The Gophers have received a commitment from Turkish guard David Mutaf, according to Evan Daniels of 24/7 Sports. While playing four games with the Fenerbahce Ulker Junior Team, he averaged 22 points per game. Mutaf also showed off his deep range by converting 44 percent of his three-point attempts. He brings 6-foot-5 size and potential positional versatility to […] READ MORE