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The University of Minnesota men's hockey program welcomes head coach Brett Larson, whose eight‑year tenure at St. Cloud State ended with 153 wins. The 2026‑27 slate features opening series in Michigan, a rivalry showdown with Minnesota‑Duluth, a nine‑game homestand, and a demanding road stretch that culminates in a potential Frozen Four appearance in Washington, D.C.
The University of Minnesota announced extensions for its athletics director and women’s basketball coach, adding performance incentives and securing the leadership that guided the Gophers to a historic NCAA tournament appearance.
The University of Minnesota has rebranded its iconic Williams Arena as 'The Barn,' backed by a $17 million, decade‑long partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota that ties health initiatives to the Gopher basketball program and broader state wellness goals.
The university announced a 10‑year deal that will rebrand its longtime basketball arena as The Barn, accompanied by a $17 million investment aimed at advancing health and connection across Minnesota.
Dawn Plitzuweit extends her tenure through 2032, heralding a new era of sustained success for Minnesota women’s basketball.
The NCAA announces a major restructuring of its men's basketball championship, adding four seasoned leaders to the selection committee and expanding the field to 76 teams for the first time in 2027.
Mark Pope’s early success at Kentucky, the challenges of his second season, and the evolving recruiting landscape set the stage for a critical athletics director search.