Gophers, Ben Johnson get commitment from Dartmouth grad transfer Taurus Samuels
After signing Morehead State transfer Ta'Lon Cooper in late April, Ben Johnson and the Gophers got a commitment on Tuesday from Dartmouth grad transfer Taurus Samuels.
Ben Johnson, Gophers excited to add Dawson Garcia for 2022-23 season
Ben Johnson has been the University of Minnesota men’s basketball coach for a little more than a year, and has already experienced the highs and lows of the NCAA transfer portal.
Gophers' Boye Mafe preps for 'dream come true' NFL draft
Following a breakout season with the Gophers, defensive end Boye Mafe is ready to breakthrough at the next level.
Former Prior Lake star Dawson Garcia officially signs with Gophers basketball
The University of Minnesota men's basketball team announced the signing of former Prior Lake star Dawson Garcia Tuesday morning.
Gophers basketball lands Morehead State transfer guard Ta’Lon Cooper
A day after landing a commitment from former Prior Lake star and North Carolina transfer Dawson Garcia, it appears Ben Johnson has found a point guard for the 2022-23 season.
Minneapolis to host women's, men's Big Ten basketball tournaments in 2023, 2024
The Big Ten announced Wednesday morning it's bringing future women's and men's basketball tournaments to Minneapolis.
Former Prior Lake star Dawson Garcia leaves North Carolina for Gophers
The University of Minnesota men’s basketball team landed a big-time transfer in a big man on Monday that should be an immediate contributor for the 2022-23 season.
Former Prior Lake star Dawson Garcia leaving North Carolina, Gophers next?
Former Prior Lake star Dawson Garcia announced Wednesday he's leaving North Carolina, and wants to play basketball closer to home.
Gophers' Lindsay Whalen 'eternally grateful' to be named to Naismith Hall of Fame
Lindsay Whalen was quarantined in her Twin Cities home with COVID-19 last Monday when she got a call that would change her life forever.
Lindsay Whalen named to 2022 Basketball Hall of Fame
It's official – Minnesota basketball legend Lindsay Whalen will be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this fall.
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.
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.
Paige Bueckers, UConn arrive in Minneapolis for Women's Final Four
Former Hopkins basketball star and current UConn sophomore Paige Bueckers was back home on Tuesday as the University of Connecticut arrived in Minneapolis for the Women's Final Four.
Title IX spotlight: Hall of fame ref June Courteau
As the celebration of Title IX continues with the upcoming NCAA Women's Final Four basketball tournament, FOX 9 spotlights St. Paul native June Courteau – one of the most respected officials in the history of women’s basketball.
March Madness: 2 Minnesotans leading the charge for Iowa State Cyclones
A pair of Minnesotans are helping lead the way for the Iowa State Cyclones in the NCAA Final Four tournament.
Top Minnesotans playing the NCAA Tournament
March Madness is here, and there are several Minnesota connections to the NCAA Tournament.
Lindsay Whalen receives contract extension with Gophers into 2025 season
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents on Friday approved a contract extension for women’s basketball coach Lindsay Whalen that will keep her under contract into the 2025 season.
5 thoughts from Ben Johnson’s first season leading Gophers basketball
The University of Minnesota men’s basketball season came to an end Wednesday night in a 60-51 loss to Penn State at the Big Ten Tournament.
Gophers Jamison Battle, Payton Willis earn All-Big Ten honors
Gophers guard Payton Willis and forward Jamison Battle were named All-Big Ten Honorable Mention on Tuesday.
'Destiny is controlled by us': Gophers open Big Ten Tournament against Penn State
The Gophers men's basketball team is the No. 14 seed for the Big Ten Tournament and faces Penn State Wednesday night.