
Da Beauty League wraps up a decade of Minnesota summer hockey
After ten summers of informal competition, the Da Beauty League played its last games, bringing together NHL talent, charity fundraising and a uniquely Minnesota hockey tradition.
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After ten summers of informal competition, the Da Beauty League played its last games, bringing together NHL talent, charity fundraising and a uniquely Minnesota hockey tradition.

Brett Larson, the University of Minnesota's new head coach, brings a blend of playing experience and strategic vision to reshape the program's culture, recruit top talent, and navigate the impacts of NCAA age‑rule changes on the state's hockey pipeline.

Vanderbilt's 2025 season delivered a historic ten‑win campaign and a Heisman runner‑up quarterback, but the departure of Diego Pavia poses a major challenge. Freshman Jared Curtis is poised to step in as the Commodores aim to sustain momentum into 2026.
Amaya Battle, a standout University of Minnesota basketball alumna, has signed with Logiman Broni of Italy’s Serie A1, marking the next step in her professional career after a brief WNBA training camp experience.
After a standout college career and a brief WNBA training camp stint, Amaya Battle is heading to Italy to play for Logiman Broni, hoping the new experience will pave the way back to the WNBA.

The St. Thomas Tommies narrowly missed the CCHA finals last season, but a wave of promising freshmen could propel them to a championship.

The University of Minnesota women's hockey team has lost several top prospects following the dismissal of coach Brad Frost, prompting a reshaping of the roster and a focus on upcoming talent.

With returning starters, impact transfers and a coaching staff that has already produced elite receivers, Missouri expects its pass catchers to become a major offensive weapon next year.

The Badgers secured verbal commitments from two Minnesota Golden Gophers forwards, highlighted by Annabelle Lovell's Instagram announcement and her decision to join Wisconsin under coach Mark Johnson.

A look back at Iowa's 2008 season, the redemption arc under Kirk Ferentz, and the speculation that a 24‑team playoff would have rewarded the Hawkeyes' signature win over Penn State.

A look at the standout 2010‑born players already committing to top collegiate programs, from Minnesota to UConn, and the European talents eyeing the same.

David La Vaque, a longtime Star Tribune sports reporter, died after an 18‑month battle with a neurodegenerative disease. His reporting, books and personal kindness left a lasting imprint on players, coaches and fans across Minnesota.

Ahmed Nur, a 2027 basketball recruit currently playing in Arizona, is weighing a handful of power‑conference schools, including the University of Washington, after a standout performance at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.

University of Minnesota defensive lineman Anthony Smith earns a spot on the 2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, highlighting his community service and on‑field excellence.

From Olympia to Minneapolis, Katelyn Rigg navigates a new chapter in college soccer, blending ambition with a love for the game and her new teammates.

A preview of the top American talent set to make an impact as the 2026 recruiting cycle opens on August 1, highlighting key forwards, defensemen, goaltenders and the pathways that will define their development.
Minnesota Duluth’s head coach Scott Sandelin has agreed to a contract extension that runs through the 2029‑30 season, a move that secures his legacy and sets the stage for another competitive campaign.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is reshaping its football staff for the 2026 season, adding five new position coaches whose backgrounds and expertise could redefine the team's trajectory.

Ten Minnesota players are recognized on the 2027 Shriners Children’s 1000 Watch List, positioning them for the East‑West Shrine Bowl and the upcoming NFL Draft.

The Nittany Lions will open the season with road matches against Notre Dame and West Virginia before returning home for a series of contests that culminate in a tough conference schedule.
From forward phenoms to towering defensemen, the next wave of U.S. prospects is emerging, blending family legacies, record‑breaking seasons and international draft highlights.

Transfer student Tayla Thomas joins the University of Minnesota women's basketball team, bringing a versatile, aggressive style and a familiar connection to teammate Leah Harmon.

After a breakout year that placed him among the franchise’s elite, Brannon McManus has agreed to a new deal with the Adirondack Thunder, signaling the team’s intent to build around his leadership and offensive production.

Former Washington University goalkeeper Lizzy Crist will be honored as the DIII Athlete of the Year Representative at the CWSA 50th‑anniversary event, broadcast live on CBS.