Title IX spotlight: Lindsay Whalen looks back at 2004 Final Four
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Minnesota Gophers Women's Basketball Head Coach Lindsay Whalen sat down with FOX 9 to talk about a momentous event that changed her life -- the Gophers' Final Four journey in 2004.

Women’s Final Four tournament gives boost to downtown Minneapolis businesses

This year’s NCAA Women’s Final Four basketball tournament has brought new life – and customers – to restaurants and hotels in downtown Minneapolis. 

NCAA: UConn, South Carolina women meet for title game

Both teams have improved since that early season meeting. They both have major star power with the Gamecocks led by AP Player of the Year Aliyah Boston and the Huskies by last season’s award winner Paige Bueckers.

Minnesota ROKKR hosts Call of Duty Major II tournament
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This weekend, Minnesota ROKKR is hosting the Call of Duty Major II tournament at Mystic Lake Casino. Teams from around the world began competing in front of 5,000 people on Thursday and will continue through Sunday.

World Cup draw: US to play England, Iran and possibly Ukraine

The United States will open its return to the World Cup against the winner of a European playoff among Ukraine, Wales and Scotland, then face England and Iran in high-profile rematches of games played during tournaments of the past quarter-century.

Paige Bueckers on playing Final Four in Minneapolis: 'It's surreal'

Former Hopkins star Paige Bueckers says "it's surreal" to have the chance to play in the Final Four in front of a hometown crowd, but adds her team is "laser focused" on the game.

How a Minnesota court case helped shape Title IX requirements

A lawsuit brought against the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) in the early 1970s became one of the first times Title IX was challenged with a case related to sports.

How a Minnesota court case helped shape Title IX requirements
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A lawsuit brought against the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) in the early 1970s became one of the first times Title IX, the federal civil law that requires schools to provide equal opportunities for education for students no matter their gender, was challenged with a case related to sports.

Paige Bueckers on returning to Minnesota for Final Four: 'It's surreal'
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As former Hopkins star Paige Bueckers prepares to play in the NCAA Women's Final Four in front of a hometown crowd in Minneapolis, she says her team is "laser focused" on the task at hand.

Youth tackle football: Americans differ on whether kids should play, survey finds

Researchers at Ohio State University surveyed nearly 4,000 adults and asked them to rate the statement: “Tackle football is an appropriate sport for kids to play.”

Minnesota Twins announce opening day plans, return of free plaza breakfast

The Minnesota Twins will open their season at home on April 7 against the Seattle Mariners, and the team announced Thursday several festivities were planned before the games begin.

US men qualify for World Cup despite 2-0 loss at Costa Rica

The United States men are returning to the World Cup after clinching a berth for this year’s championship in Qatar despite a 2-0 loss to Costa Rica on the final night of qualifying.

NCAA Women?s Final Four addresses fairness issues
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Last year the NCAA tournament faced criticism for unequal facilities in comparison to the men?s basketball tournament. League officials addressed steps they have taken this year to ensure a different experience.

Vikings agree on deal to bring back CB Patrick Peterson

The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms Wednesday on a new contract with cornerback Patrick Peterson, taking another step toward stabilizing a problematic position.

Tiger Woods arrives at Augusta National as Masters talk mounts

Tiger Woods flew to Augusta National on Tuesday, sparking even greater speculation the Masters next week could be his first time competing against the best since a car crash 14 months ago severely injured his right leg.

Title IX spotlight: Jessie Stomski Seim

As part of FOX 9’s ongoing tribute to Title IX, we place a focus on a local Native American basketball star who is a game-changer on many levels.