Gopher women's hockey chooses to hire from within for new head coach

The Gophers women's hockey team has it's new head coach. Greg "Boom" May has been promoted to head coach, agreeing to a four-year deal to take over for Brad Frost.

Messi Mania, World Cup Matchups, and World Cup Prep | Futbol HQ
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We go inside a new immersive Lionel Messi experience, break down a must-watch Brazil vs. Morocco matchup, and visit Kansas City as World Cup base camps take shape. Plus, a look at how the game is growing through community-driven events.

Minnesota's gambling loophole: Lawmakers tackle prediction markets

Efforts to legalize sports betting in Minnesota have faced obstacles, but now a new focus has emerged on banning prediction markets.

Vikings re-sign quarterback Carson Wentz

Quarterback Carson Wentz will return to the Minnesota Vikings after signing a one-year deal with the team.

Iconic Jack Hughes Olympic photo: Story behind how it was captured
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When the U.S. men's hockey team won gold in the Winter Olympics, an iconic photo of Jack Hughes draped in the American Flag with a bloody mouth went viral in no time. But did you hear about the photographer behind the camera? The Brainerd native Elsa Garrison shared her FOX 9's Amy Hockert on All Day.

Bob Motzko reflects after parting ways with Gophers
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Gophers Hockey coach Bob Motzko is leaving the team after eight seasons. Minnesota Athletic Director Mark Coyle announced in a news release the Gophers and Motzko have "mutually agreed to part ways."

Gophers women's basketball gears up for NCAA Tournament
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This week on the FOX 9 Gopher Coaches Show, the University of Minnesota women's basketball team is dancing. The Gophers and Dawn Plitzuweit are in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2018, and the Gophers are hosting a regional for the first time in 21 years. FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks and KFAN's Justin Gaard talk with Coach Plitzuweit about the weekend ahead, and facing Green Bay on Friday. Sophie Hart and Grace Grocholski also join the show.

Iran wants to move its World Cup matches from US to Mexico

Some Iranian officials are considering moving its matches out of the United States, but FIFA says it is in regular contact with the Iran soccer federation and it is not changing the match schedule announced last year.

Bob Motzko out as Gophers’ hockey coach after 8 seasons

University of Minnesota men’s hockey coach Bob Motzko will not return next season, FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich has confirmed. Mark Coyle announced the Gophers and Motzko have "mutually parted ways."

Bob Motzko out as Gophers' hockey coach after 8 seasons
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FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich confirmed Wednesday at that Bob Motzko is out as Gophers' men's hockey coach after eight season. Jim Rich joined FOX 9's All Day outside of 3M Arena at Mariucci to discuss the move, and what it means for Minnesota going forward.

Julius Randle upset Devin Booker wasn’t called for flagrant foul in Timberwolves win

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Phoenix Suns 116-104 Tuesday night at Target Center behind Julius Randle’s 32 points. After the game, Randle wasn’t pleased with the officiating after being undercut by Suns’ guard Devin Booker.

Timberwolves beat Suns 116-104 behind Julius Randle's 32 points
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Julius Randle had 32 points and Bones Hyland added 22 points of the bench as the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Phoenix Suns 116-104 Tuesday night at Target Center. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim caught up with Randle in the locker room after the game.

How to watch the Fanatics Flag Football Classic on FOX

The biggest names in the NFL and entertainment compete in the inaugural Fanatics Flag Football Classic this weekend on FOX. Here’s how to watch the game and the full list of rosters.

10 Twins games to air on FOX 9
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Ten Minnesota Twins games will be broadcast on FOX 9 this season, including the Twins' home opener on April 3. 

Gophers fire Brad Frost after 19 seasons as women's hockey coach
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University of Minnesota Athletic Director Mark Coyle announced Tuesday he was parting ways with Brad Frost as women's hockey coach. Frost coached the Gophers to four national titles, and several WCHA titles. Minnesota hasn't won a national title since 2016.

Anthony Edwards out up to 2 weeks with right knee inflammation

The Minnesota Timberwolves have 14 regular season games left to stay in the top six of the Western Conference, and they could be without star Anthony Edwards for up to two weeks.

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.