Kaminski Takes the Helm as UND Quarterback
Jerry Kaminski is set to lead the University of North Dakota's offense this season, wearing jersey No. 1 and building on a record‑breaking performance.
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Jerry Kaminski is set to lead the University of North Dakota's offense this season, wearing jersey No. 1 and building on a record‑breaking performance.
The University of North Dakota’s men’s basketball team is slated to compete in the 2026 Cancun Challenge, marking its first overseas games since 2024. With a largely new lineup and several key departures, the Hawks will open against Detroit Mercy before facing either Northern Colorado or Southeastern Louisiana, and later UTEP, in matches that will be streamed live on FloHoops.

Scott Sandelin, celebrated coach of the University of Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team, has been appointed assistant coach for the 2026 U.S. Collegiate Selects, who will compete in the Spengler Cup in Davos, Switzerland, this December.
Recovering from shoulder surgery, Mac Swanson is ahead of schedule and expected to be ready for the first game, while his strong sophomore production and participation in the World Junior Summer Showcase signal a pivotal role for the University of North Dakota.
The board delayed a vote on a tax incentive for a development at Ray Richards Golf Course, while also reviewing a budget levy, a new hockey program, and corrective actions for Head Start.

Recent data shows that the 2018 recruiting guidelines, designed to curb early commitments in college hockey, are being questioned as high de‑commitment rates and coaching turnover challenge the stability of scholarship projections.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have expanded their prospect pool to over twenty players, using a detailed evaluation system to rank the top prospects poised to shape the franchise's future.
Recent statistics show that the majority of 2023 college hockey commitments either de‑commit or delay entry, signaling a need for updated recruiting rules that reflect the evolving CHL eligibility, transfer portal, and international player trends.
Recent statistics show that more than four‑fifths of early commitments in college hockey fail to materialize, leading officials to revisit the 2018 recruiting framework that once barred 13‑ and 14‑year‑olds from pledging.

Brian Idalski, a veteran coach with 25 years of experience and a 62%+ winning rate, has been named head coach of Syracuse University's women's ice hockey program, bringing a legacy of championships and player development.
Syracuse University announces Brian Idalski as its new women's hockey head coach, highlighting his track record at UND, the Professional Women's Hockey League, and his role in recruiting Olympic medalists.

Syracuse University has appointed Brian Idalski as its new women's ice hockey head coach, succeeding Britni Smith. Idalski's extensive coaching background spans the NCAA, the PWHL, and an Olympic team, bringing fresh energy to a program that finished 15‑18‑4 last season.

Ethan Mackenzie’s selection by the Toronto Maple Leafs caps a two‑year draft odyssey, while hometown teammate Tova Henderson also made history, signaling a new era for Canadian hockey.
After four and a half decades behind the microphone, Tim Hennessy was let go by the University of North Dakota, sparking debate over compensation, leadership, and the future of the Fighting Hawks’ broadcast tradition.

North Dakota has locked in its 2027 non‑conference opponents, adding Valparaiso to a schedule that also features LIU, Idaho and Iowa.
Following a breakthrough year that saw the Fighting Hawks capture the Penrose Cup and reach the NCAA Frozen Four, UND has reworked head coach Dane Jackson's contract, raising his salary and extending his staff's agreements with performance‑based bonuses.

Veteran coach Scott Sandelin commits to the University of Minnesota‑Duluth through 2029‑30, while sophomore Max Plante returns after winning the 2026 Hobey Baker Award and joins his brothers Zam and Victor, alongside new signings Barrett Hall and Carl Axelsson.

The abrupt termination of Tim Hennessy’s 45‑year broadcasting career at the University of North Dakota has ignited a wave of criticism, spotlighting the handling of compensation issues and the recent dismissal of coach Brad Berry.
Veteran announcer Tim Hennessy, who has called University of North Dakota hockey for 46 seasons, is no longer a full‑time employee but may continue under a new arrangement as the school shifts to a partnership model amid layoffs at iHeart Media.

Minot State University has appointed Blake Zabinski as its new head coach for the women's hockey team, bringing a championship background and a focus on student‑athlete development.
Landon Schneider, a 6‑foot‑3, 245‑pound athlete from North Dakota, has pledged to the University of North Dakota’s football program, bringing a blend of size, skill and scrappy play to the 2027 roster.
Christian Wolanin, a former University of North Dakota standout, has signed a one‑year contract with the Colorado Avalanche, bringing his NHL experience and college championship pedigree to the franchise.
Tanner Glass, a former NHL forward, now leads the Rangers' player development, emphasizing skill work and individualized coaching as the club evaluates prospects like Nathan Aspinall and Cole Beaudoin.

North Dakota women's basketball head coach Dennis Hutter has appointed Hailey Hohenecker as director of basketball operations for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting her proven record of rapid improvement, extensive coaching background, and distinguished playing career.