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Smith Center. 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The Islanders won the game 3-1 and swept the series four games to none. 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Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Gophers Hockey Rumblings: Commit Reopens Recruitment? Coaching Staff Questions</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-hockey/gophers-hockey-rumblings-commit-reopens-recruitment-coaching-staff-questions?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knm2c9kh6j</guid><description>New Gophers head coach Brett Larson seems to be busy behind the scenes.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:02:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1080,h_607,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/all_gophers/01knm2es2gxxsm0shjqw.webp" caption="Fans inside 3M Arena at Mariucci in Minneapolis, Minnesota. | University of Minnesota Athletics"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Gophers Add Highly Productive Four-Star South Dakota Tight End</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-football/gophers-add-highly-productive-four-star-south-dakota-tight-end?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knj98y3d96</guid><description>Minnesota has added another big-time commitment to its growing 2027 recruiting class.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:08:34 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3564,h_2004,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01knj9d5ecab9jtxb4nc.jpg" caption="Lennox Orioles Drake Mikkelsen (2) runs the ball into the end zone for the touchdown during the 11A championship game against Sioux Falls Christian on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Dakota Dome in Vermillion, South Dakota. | Samantha Laurey / Argus Leader / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 Under-the-Radar Transfer Portal Targets That Make Sense for Minnesota</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/5-under-the-radar-transfer-portal-targets-minnesota-fans-might-not-know?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knj3v567tp</guid><description>The Gophers will have plenty of options to improve their roster through the transfer portal this offseason.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:24:09 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4854,h_2730,x_0,y_244/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01knj3wdekp1y29s47gw.jpg" caption="Mar 13, 2026; Cleveland, OH, USA; Toledo Rockets guard Sonny Wilson (3) drives to the basket against Massachusetts Minutemen guard Marcus Banks Jr. (24) during the first half at Rocket Arena Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Drake Lindsey&#39;s Development Among 5 Things to Watch at Gophers&#39; Open Practice</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-football/drake-lindsey-s-development-among-5-things-to-watch-at-gophers-open-practice?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knhwywv9c8</guid><description>Minnesota will hold a spring practice available to the public on Tuesday afternoon.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:58:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2856,h_1606,x_0,y_262/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01knhx5nfsevpv998dya.jpg" caption="Dec 26, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey (5) against the New Mexico Lobos during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images | Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Could a Former Minnesota Mr. Basketball Fill the Gophers’ Transfer Portal Needs?</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/could-a-former-minnesota-mr-basketball-fill-the-gophers-transfer-portal-needs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn7mx096g1</guid><description>Former DeLaSalle standout Nasir Whitlock led Lehigh to its first NCAA Tournament appearence since 2012.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:30:22 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5296,h_2979,x_0,y_347/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn7mxt6vp4v1kbp7zm.jpg" caption="Mar 11, 2026; Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA; Lehigh Mountain Hawks guard Nasir Whitlock (1) cuts down the net after defeating the Boston University Terriers in the Patriot League Championship at Stabler Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images&#xA; | James Lang-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Gophers Listed as Potential Portal Landing Spot for Audi Crooks, Does it Make Sense?</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/gophers-listed-as-potential-portal-landing-spot-for-audi-crooks-does-it-make-sense?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn7he8acw2</guid><description>Could Minnesota go after one of the top players in women&#39;s college basketball this offseason?</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:30:58 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn7hxpmf0dabh2m37h.jpg" caption="Iowa State Cyclones&#39; center Audi Crooks (55) reacts after a score against Kansas State during the second quarter in the Big-12 conference women’s basketball on Feb. 15, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum, in Ames, Iowa. | Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Isaiah Johnson-Arigu Should Be on Minnesota’s Transfer Portal Radar</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/why-isaiah-johnson-arigu-should-be-on-minnesota-s-transfer-portal-radar?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn7aj9rq1c</guid><description>There are a lot of reasons why Johnson-Arigu would be a great fit in the Gophers&#39; system.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:51:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2000,h_1125,x_0,y_109/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn7b8ypd6n9mfjm5gj.webp" caption="Isaiah Johnson-Arigu attempting a free throw during St. Thomas&#39; home opener against Army. | Photo credit: Nick Wosika"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Where Does Cade Tyson’s Season Rank in Gophers History? Higher Than You Think</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/where-does-cade-tyson-s-season-rank-in-gophers-history-higher-than-you-think?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn73s3gcdm</guid><description>Tyson&#39;s lone season in the Twin Cities ranks among the best in the history of Gophers men&#39;s basketball.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:24:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4400,h_2475,x_0,y_221/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn73sy9k3v3drwgpq9.jpg" caption="Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Cade Tyson (10) shoots a free throw against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images | Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Gophers&#39; Season Officially Ends in College Basketball Crown Loss to Baylor</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/gophers-season-officially-ends-in-college-basketball-crown-loss-to-baylor?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn5q2bn920</guid><description>Minnesota will officially end its 2025-26 season with a 15-18 record after Wednesday&#39;s loss to Baylor.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:14:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7478,h_4206,x_0,y_294/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn677a00j9s93v2d8n.jpg" caption="Mar 4, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach Niko Medved reacts after a play against the Indiana Hoosiers during the second half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images | Robert Goddin-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota&#39;s Mara Braun Is Set to Return to Gophers for 5th Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/minnesota-mara-braun-is-set-to-return-to-gophers-for-5th-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joe Nelson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn548gqae3</guid><description>After helping lead the Gophers to a Sweet 16 run in the women&#39;s NCAA Tournament, guard Mara Braun announced Wednesday that she will be back with the University of Minnesota for her redshirt senior season. </description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:46:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4154,h_2336,x_0,y_92/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn55pj62k6y1jze8t7.jpg" caption="Mar 27, 2026; Sacramento, CA, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Mara Braun (10) reacts to a call against the UCLA Bruins during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Sacramento Regional 2 of the women&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images | Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Joe Nelson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nathan Airey Becomes First Gophers Player to Enter Portal After Motzko Firing</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-hockey/nathan-airey-becomes-first-gophers-player-to-enter-portal-after-motzko-firing?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Harrison</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn2xs1dndk</guid><description>Airey&#39;s departure leaves new head coach Brett Larson with no depth behind Luca Di Pasquo.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:39:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1956,h_1100,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn2zpaprvep50gxfpf.png" caption="Nathan Airey | Brad Rempel"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jonathan Harrison"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Will Gophers Target Former Minnesota Prep Star Daniel Freitag in Transfer Portal?</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/will-gophers-target-former-minnesota-prep-star-daniel-freitag-in-transfer-portal?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn2d0xbheq</guid><description>Another talented Minnesota native intends to enter the transfer portal when it opens next week.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:59:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3300,h_1856,x_0,y_342/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn2d4cfgd0j3bqxm34.jpg" caption="Buffalo Bulls guard Daniel Freitag (5) rebounds the ball in the first half of a NCAA men’s basketball game between the Miami RedHawks and Buffalo Bulls, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at Millett Hall in Oxford, Oh. | © Frank Bowen IV/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Isaac Asuma&#39;s Return is the Next Step in Cementing Gophers Legacy</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/isaac-asuma-s-return-is-the-next-step-in-cementing-gophers-legacy?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn2j259bta</guid><description>Asuma became the latest player set to return to Minnesota for the 2026-27 season.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:50:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5261,h_2959,x_0,y_57/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn2j3hnkme96zksj54.jpg" caption="Jan 6, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Isaac Asuma (1) celebrates his teams win against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the second half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Bobby Durkin to Return to Gophers for 2026-27 After Breakout Shooting Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/bobby-durkin-to-return-to-gophers-for-2026-27-after-breakout-shooting-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn2e19egdq</guid><description>Minnesota&#39;s top shooter will stay in Dinkytown for one more season.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:28:21 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4490,h_2525,x_0,y_98/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn2e259gvfmtkxb3vk.jpg" caption="Mar 4, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Bobby Durkin (3) celebrates after a play against the Indiana Hoosiers during the first half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images | Robert Goddin-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Gophers Lose Veteran Forward to Transfer Portal After NCAA Tournament Run</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/gophers-lose-veteran-forward-to-transfer-portal-after-ncaa-tournament-run?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn27n9q9wh</guid><description>Minnesota lost its first player to the transfer portal this offseason on Tuesday morning.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:53:06 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1510,h_849,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn27spkkp3effdnfqq.png" caption="Niamya Holloway celebrating on the bench during Minnesota&#39;s NCAA Tournament second-round win over Ole Miss. | Picture via: University of Minnesota Athletics"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Same Story? Analytical Projections Show Familiar Outlook for Gophers in 2026</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-football/same-story-analytical-projections-show-familiar-outlook-for-gophers-in-2026?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn24fdzbqj</guid><description>Minnesota has familiar expectations heading into the 2026 college football season.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:03:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5583,h_3140,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn24nhwd9vd4v88vjw.jpg" caption="Dec 26, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey (5) against the New Mexico Lobos during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Niko Medved Has Been &#39;Planning&#39; Minnesota’s Transfer Portal Approach All Year</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/niko-medved-has-been-planning-minnesota-s-transfer-portal-approach-all-year?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn1z95gabg</guid><description>The Gophers face a pivotal two-week stretch of team building during next month&#39;s transfer portal window.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:44:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3855,h_2168,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn1zsj5zktwj74rwpa.jpg" caption="Nov 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach Niko Medved looks on during the second half against the Alcorn State Braves at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Grayson Grove&#39;s Return Gives Minnesota Flexibility Heading into 2026-27</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/why-grayson-grove-s-return-gives-minnesota-flexibility-heading-into-2026-27?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmzyw2k2h0</guid><description>The Gophers&#39; most improved player will be back with the program for another season.</description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:07:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4277,h_2405,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kn04638pdfj65veqg5.jpg" caption="Jan 3, 2026; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Grayson Grove (2) dunks the ball against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. 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Key Departures, Returners, Newcomers</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/whats-next-for-gophers-wbb-key-departures-returners-newcomers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Will Ragatz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmtm8d5atx</guid><description>Minnesota had one of the best seasons in program history in 2025-26. What&#39;s the outlook for 2026-27?</description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:33:08 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4154,h_2336,x_0,y_203/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kmtmfhyerj57k8vgtw.jpg" caption="Mar 27, 2026; Sacramento, CA, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Mara Braun (10) reacts to a call against the UCLA Bruins during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Sacramento Regional 2 of the women&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. | Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Will Ragatz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota&#39;s Season Ends as No. 1 UCLA Pulls Away in Sweet 16</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/minnesota-s-season-ends-as-no-1-ucla-pulls-away-in-sweet-16?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joe Nelson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kms13g25zg</guid><description>Minnesota was a massive underdog for good reasons Friday night in Sacramento, California, and the No. 1 UCLA Bruins were simply too good for the Gophers to pull an upset in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA women&#39;s basketball tournament. </description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 01:56:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5026,h_2827,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kms2bvgt1a6c10rc7g.jpg" caption="Mar 27, 2026; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Kiki Rice (1) shoots against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Sacramento Regional 2 of the women&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. 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One Key Player</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/what-makes-minnesota-ucla-different-this-time-one-key-player?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmn3fvtz4e</guid><description>Keeping Tori McKinney on the floor will be key to the Gophers&#39; chances of knocking off No. 1 seed UCLA.</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:48:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1515,h_852,x_0,y_50/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/all_gophers/01kmn4evdd7jmpsr90gf.png" caption="Tori McKinney celebrating during the Gophers&#39; win over Green Bay. | Photo credit: University of Minnesota Athletics"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tony Liebert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 Ways the Gophers Could Find March Magic in Upset Bid Against No. 1 Seed UCLA</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/5-ways-the-gophers-could-find-march-magic-in-upset-bid-against-no-1-seed-ucla?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tony Liebert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmjt0de8tw</guid><description>Minnesota will need to play a near-perfect game in order to unseat the top-seeded Bruins.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:05:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5652,h_3179,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_gophers/01kmjt3k9c15beg5z4m3.jpg" caption="Mar 23, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA;  UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) waits  at center court for the opening tip off at Pauley Pavilion. 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