Pride on Ice Ep. 7: Assistant Coach Cory Laylin
How do the Gophers become a tougher team to play against? Minnesota assistant coach Cory Laylin explains how Brett Larson’s staff wants to combine skill, speed and grit—and why players will have to earn their ice time. Laylin joins FOX 9’s Jim Rich and Gophers hockey legend Pat Micheletti to discuss coaching the forwards and penalty kill, building a competitive identity and preparing a young roster for college hockey.
How do the Gophers become a tougher team to play against? Minnesota assistant coach Cory Laylin explains how Brett Larson’s staff wants to combine skill, speed and grit—and why players will have to earn their ice time. Laylin joins FOX 9’s Jim Rich and Gophers hockey legend Pat Micheletti to discuss coaching the forwards and penalty kill, building a competitive identity and preparing a young roster for college hockey.
Pride on Ice Ep. 6: Luca Di Pasquo
Gophers goaltender Luca Di Pasquo discusses the Gophers’ new-look team, his approach to consistency and mental preparation, playing in hostile road environments and why he believes Minnesota has an “unbelievable team” this season.
Gophers goaltender Luca Di Pasquo discusses the Gophers’ new-look team, his approach to consistency and mental preparation, playing in hostile road environments and why he believes Minnesota has an “unbelievable team” this season.
NCAA can't overturn Western Michigan-Michigan game result after controversial clock decision
The request comes following a controversial end to both teams' first game of the season when the Wolverines won 13-12.
The request comes following a controversial end to both teams' first game of the season when the Wolverines won 13-12.
Pride on Ice Ep. 5: Paul Martin
Paul Martin joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss his expanded role as a Gophers men’s hockey assistant coach under Brett Larson and what he expects from Minnesota’s revamped defense.
Paul Martin joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss his expanded role as a Gophers men’s hockey assistant coach under Brett Larson and what he expects from Minnesota’s revamped defense.
Pride on Ice Ep. 4: John Whipple
Gophers hockey alternate captain John Whipple joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss Minnesota’s offseason, his new leadership role and the changes under Brett Larson. Whipple explains why the Gophers have “something to prove,” reflects on his growth as a defenseman and shares what he wants to add to his game this season.
Gophers hockey alternate captain John Whipple joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss Minnesota’s offseason, his new leadership role and the changes under Brett Larson. Whipple explains why the Gophers have “something to prove,” reflects on his growth as a defenseman and shares what he wants to add to his game this season.
Judge says athletes who signed pro contracts can't return to college
A new judicial ruling clarifies a legal decision that won’t extend to football players who signed professional contracts and later tried to back out of their deals.
A new judicial ruling clarifies a legal decision that won’t extend to football players who signed professional contracts and later tried to back out of their deals.
Pride on Ice Ep. 3: Ben Gordon
Welcome to episode three of the Pride on Ice podcast: Hosts Jim Rich and Gopher hockey legend Pat Micheletti sit down with current University of Minnesota assistant coach Ben Gordon. Coach Gordon discusses the recent coaching transition to Brett Larson and the evolving landscape of college hockey recruiting. He also breaks down the announcement of this season's team captains, highlighting Brodie Ziemer, LJ Mooney, and John Whipple.
Welcome to episode three of the Pride on Ice podcast: Hosts Jim Rich and Gopher hockey legend Pat Micheletti sit down with current University of Minnesota assistant coach Ben Gordon. Coach Gordon discusses the recent coaching transition to Brett Larson and the evolving landscape of college hockey recruiting. He also breaks down the announcement of this season's team captains, highlighting Brodie Ziemer, LJ Mooney, and John Whipple.
Gophers Pride on Ice Podcast: Brodie Ziemer
Gophers hockey captain Brodie Ziemer joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss his decision to stay with the program following the coaching transition to Brett Larson.
Gophers hockey captain Brodie Ziemer joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss his decision to stay with the program following the coaching transition to Brett Larson.
NCAA approves 5-for-5 eligibility model for Division I athletes
The NCAA approved a new Division I eligibility model that will allow athletes to compete in five seasons over a five-year period.
The NCAA approved a new Division I eligibility model that will allow athletes to compete in five seasons over a five-year period.
Lawmakers roll out legislation college sports reform
After months of delays, lawmakers on Capitol Hill have rolled out bipartisan legislation aimed at overhauling college sports amid the growing controversy over NIL payments and rights. FOX's Darren Botelho has more.
After months of delays, lawmakers on Capitol Hill have rolled out bipartisan legislation aimed at overhauling college sports amid the growing controversy over NIL payments and rights. FOX's Darren Botelho has more.
NCAA expanding March Madness college basketball tournaments to 76 teams in 2027
The NCAA will expand its men's and women's March Madness tournaments to 76 teams each next year, adding more early-round games in the first week without changing the overall tourney format.
The NCAA will expand its men's and women's March Madness tournaments to 76 teams each next year, adding more early-round games in the first week without changing the overall tourney format.
Trump hosts NCAA championship teams, individuals at White House
President Donald Trump on Tuesday hosted seven teams and more than 100 individuals that won NCAA championships this year for an event at the White House.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday hosted seven teams and more than 100 individuals that won NCAA championships this year for an event at the White House.
NCAA settlement chaos: New legal move could trigger massive increase in NIL spending
The House v. NCAA settlement faces a major wrinkle as plaintiffs seek to exempt multimedia partners from revenue-sharing caps in college athletics.
The House v. NCAA settlement faces a major wrinkle as plaintiffs seek to exempt multimedia partners from revenue-sharing caps in college athletics.
St. Olaf men's basketball coach Dan Kosmoski retires after 32 seasons
Dan Kosmoski has been the leader of the St. Olaf men's basketball program for more than three decades, but he's now off to retirement. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim sat down with Kosmoski to talk about his legacy and time with the Oles.
Dan Kosmoski has been the leader of the St. Olaf men's basketball program for more than three decades, but he's now off to retirement. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim sat down with Kosmoski to talk about his legacy and time with the Oles.
Minnesota basketball star wins national title with UCLA
A Minnesota basketball star helped the UCLA Bruins earn a national championship on Sunday and now she's likely on her way to the WNBA.
A Minnesota basketball star helped the UCLA Bruins earn a national championship on Sunday and now she's likely on her way to the WNBA.
Gophers women's basketball dancing to Sweet 16
This week on the FOX 9 Gopher Coaches Show, we're talking with the University of Minnesota women's basketball team as they're on a historic run. For the first time in 21 years, Dawn Plitzuweit and the Gophers are headed to the NCAA Sweet 16. Minnesota faces UCLA in Sacramento Friday night. FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks and KFAN's Justin Gaard chat with Coach Plitzuweit to talk about the win over Ole Miss. Amaya Battle and Mara Braun join to talk about the season, and Battle's huge shot to lift the Gophers past Ole Miss.
This week on the FOX 9 Gopher Coaches Show, we're talking with the University of Minnesota women's basketball team as they're on a historic run. For the first time in 21 years, Dawn Plitzuweit and the Gophers are headed to the NCAA Sweet 16. Minnesota faces UCLA in Sacramento Friday night. FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks and KFAN's Justin Gaard chat with Coach Plitzuweit to talk about the win over Ole Miss. Amaya Battle and Mara Braun join to talk about the season, and Battle's huge shot to lift the Gophers past Ole Miss.
H&H Podcast: Jessi Pierce, Gophers in Sweet 16, Twins opener
This week on the H&H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake reflect on the tragic death of Jessi Pierce and her three kids in a White Bear Lake house fire. Pierce covered the Minnesota Wild for NHL.com. They also talk about the Gophers' women's basketball team advancing to the Sweet 166, and they'll face UCLA Friday night in Sacramento. The Minnesota Twins are leaving Spring Training and head to Baltimore Thursday for Opening Day.
This week on the H&H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake reflect on the tragic death of Jessi Pierce and her three kids in a White Bear Lake house fire. Pierce covered the Minnesota Wild for NHL.com. They also talk about the Gophers' women's basketball team advancing to the Sweet 166, and they'll face UCLA Friday night in Sacramento. The Minnesota Twins are leaving Spring Training and head to Baltimore Thursday for Opening Day.
P.J. Fleck sidesteps Koi Perich's departure from Gophers
University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck spoke Monday ahead of spring football for the first time since Koi Perich left the program for the transfer portal. When asked about his departure, Fleck said he only talks about players on his team. Minnesota has 15 spring football practices ahead of its April 25 Spring Game at Huntington Bank Stadium.
University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck spoke Monday ahead of spring football for the first time since Koi Perich left the program for the transfer portal. When asked about his departure, Fleck said he only talks about players on his team. Minnesota has 15 spring football practices ahead of its April 25 Spring Game at Huntington Bank Stadium.
Alabama basketball star Aden Holloway arrested on marijuana charge days before NCAA Tourney
Aden Holloway was arrested after agents searched a residence near the University of Alabama’s campus and retrieved more than a pound of marijuana, paraphernalia, and money, according to authorities.
Aden Holloway was arrested after agents searched a residence near the University of Alabama’s campus and retrieved more than a pound of marijuana, paraphernalia, and money, according to authorities.
Brad Frost fired as Gophers’ women’s hockey coach after 19 seasons, 4 titles
Brad Frost’s run with the University of Minnesota women’s hockey program is over after 19 seasons. Gophers’ Athletic Director Mark Coyle announced Tuesday Frost has been relieved of his duties.
Brad Frost’s run with the University of Minnesota women’s hockey program is over after 19 seasons. Gophers’ Athletic Director Mark Coyle announced Tuesday Frost has been relieved of his duties.