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Gopher Basketball * What did it take to push the Dan Monson fiasco to the recesses of people’s memories? An almost complete exodus of the Gophers women’s basketball team. From the Mason contract squabble to the embarrassing Monson “firing” to this, it seems as if the athletic program is plumbing new depths. What happens if […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball Defense was supposed to be the Minnesota Gophers’ identity this season, but all too often it failed to sustain the pressure and left Coach Monson searching for answers. When the defensive stops were there ““ the wins followed. But unfortunately it was the lack of defense both in transition and in half court […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball Game Info Opponent: Cincinnati Bearcats When: 8 pm, March 21st, 2006 Where: Fifth Third Arena ““ Cincinnati, OH Television: ESPN One game down and two to go before the Gophers can book their trip to New York City for the NIT semifinals. After Wednesday’s comfortable home win over Wake Forest, things have gotten […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball * One thing that can be said about the Gophers run in the NIT-at least they are playing some quality competition and big names. Although Wake was obviously a disappointment this season, they did showcase Eric Williams and Justin Gray and this week we’ll see the Gophers match up against Eric Hicks, James […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball Vincent Grier made sure that his season did not end against high school rival Justin Gray. Behind his stifling defense and creative offense, the Gophers rolled to a 73-58 thumping of Wake Forest. Minnesota’s strong defense forced Wake Forest into turnovers and poor shots to fuel the victory. Minnesota and the Demon Deacons […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball Game Info Opponent: Wake Forest Demon Deacons When: 6 pm, March 15th, 2006 Where: Williams Arena ““ Minneapolis, MN Television: ESPN2 It’s not the Big Dance, but it’s still one more chance to see Minnesota’s seniors, one more visit to The Barn, and one more game against a major college opponent. That’s why […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball Whatever you do, don’t listen to me. Have faith in yourself, go with your gut, but don’t wager any money on what coolhand has to say. Through the years, I’ve had some very good runs and other times, I’ve flamed out early. 1995 is a prime example of the unpredictability of March Madness. […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball For 40 minutes Vincent Grier left it all out on the court. If it was going to be his last Big Ten game, he was going to make it a memorable one. Despite having a game high 29 points including one of the best dunks by a Gopher in years, and a variety […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball Game Info Opponent: Iowa Hawkeyes When: 5:40 pm, March 10th, 2006 Where: Conseco Fieldhouse ““ Indianapolis, IN Television: ESPN Full Court As the old adage goes, it’s very difficult to beat the same team three times in a college basketball season. While I’ve never agreed with that adage, I’m very glad it proved […] READ MORE
Gopher Basketball After a long and frustrating Big Ten season the Gophers could use a break. Certainly they didn’t do themselves any favors by starting out 0-6 in conference play and losing their last three games of the regular season, but when you finish 10th in the Big Ten, you sleep in the bed you […] READ MORE