Gophers in the NCAAs
Here's all the Gophers' appearances in the NCAA tournament during the past 20 years.
2013: Defeated UCLA in first round 83-63; lost to Florida in second round 78-64
2010: Lost to Xavier in first round 65-54
2009: Lost to Texas in first round 76-62
2005: Lost to Iowa State in first round 64-53
1999: Lost to Gonzaga in first round 75-63
1997:* Defeated Southwest Texas State in first round 78-46; defeated Temple in second round 76-57; defeated Clemson in regional semifinal 90-84; defeated UCLA in regional final 80-72; lost to Kentucky in national semifinal 78-69
Last 20 years, unofficially: 5-6 record
*The NCAA vacated the 1997 Final Four run because of violations.
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More From Star Tribune
More From Sports
Wild

Fists of fury: Meek North Stars started historic brawl in Boston 40 years ago today
It took seven seconds for the first punch to be thrown and the first period lasted 91 minutes. The North Stars lost the game but, because of what took place that night, won a bigger battle later that season.
Access Vikings

Vikings mailbag: Expectations for free agency? Potential cuts? Safety options?
Vikings general manager Rick Spielman typically slow plays free agency, and the circumstances this offseason likely won't change in that regard.
High Schools
StribSports Upload

Amber Fiser and then who? Gophers softball position-by-position breakdown
The Gophers open a new season Friday against Maryland and have intriguing players all over the diamond.