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After a brief hiatus following his March 2025 firing from the University of North Dakota, veteran coach Brad Berry is close to accepting the head‑coaching position with the Youngstown Phantoms of the United States Hockey League.
After 45 years of iconic play‑by‑play broadcasting for University of North Dakota hockey, Tim Hennessy was unexpectedly let go over salary concerns, igniting a controversy that pits tradition against financial pragmatism.
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.
Tim Hennessy, who spent 45 years as the voice of UND hockey, was dismissed amid a contentious salary decision that favored a new coach, raising questions about tradition and the future of the program.
After guiding the Fighting Hawks to a 29‑10‑1 record, a Penrose Cup title and a Frozen Four appearance, Coach Dane Jackson receives a contract extension and continued support from the university.
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.
The sudden dismissal of Hall of Fame broadcaster Tim Hennessy after 45 years at the University of North Dakota has ignited criticism from fans and raised scrutiny of Athletic Director Bill Chaves.
The abrupt dismissal of veteran announcer Tim Hennessy follows the controversial exit of coach Brad Berry, raising questions about compensation, timing and the future of UND athletics.
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.
After 46 seasons of calling University of North Dakota men’s hockey on the radio, Tim Hennessy’s full‑time position was eliminated in July. He may still return under a per‑game arrangement with Fighting Hawks Sports Partnerships, while the university reshapes its broadcasting model.
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.