Kent Youngblood
Reporter | Pro Sports
Phone: 612-673-4365
E-mail: kyoungblood@startribune.com
Kent Youngblood is a general assignment reporter. He writes most often about the Timberwolves and Wild.
Recent content from Kent Youngblood
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U nose tackle became judo champ
Rene Capo used the leverage learned in judo to play college football, then returned to the sport to qualify as a U.S. Olympian in '88 and '96. He died Monday at age 48.
Jul 8, 2009 -
Gophers take steps, but plenty remain
The spring game offered some explosive plays while also showing inconsistency along the offensive line.
Apr 26, 2009 -
Defense's spring promise primes unit for strong fall
New co-defensive coordinator Kevin Cosgrove says a veteran squad high on confidence has emerged in spring workouts.
Apr 25, 2009 -
New U guy: X's and O's will be A-OK
Jedd Fisch has a clear assignment: Add some juice and variety to the Gophers offense. He brings NFL experience to the task, and likes what he sees so far.
Apr 24, 2009 -
Gophers are creating roles for QB Gray
MarQueis Gray has shown much talent in practice, but with an established starter at quarterback in Adam Weber, Minnesota coaches are looking for ways to get Gray on the field.
Apr 22, 2009 -
Royston is ready to help anchor defensive backfield
The former Cretin-Derham Hall athlete who transferred from Wisconsin is prepared to exit the scout team and play a game-day role.
Apr 18, 2009 -
Big Ten coaches start their retooling
A look at the issues facing Big Ten teams during the spring.
Apr 15, 2009 -
Swarm trying to make lacrosse take root
The local pro lacrosse team tries to package its excitement toward a young demographic.
Apr 14, 2009 -
Replacing VanDeSteeg is challenge
The Gophers' returning defensive ends, led by Cedric McKinley, plan on a group effort.
Apr 9, 2009 -
Weber tosses baseball around to improve motion
Turns out Eric Decker isn't the only Gophers football player playing baseball this spring.
Apr 3, 2009
