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New Era, Same Standards For UND Hockey Under Dane Jackson

New Era, Same Standards For UND Hockey Under Dane Jackson

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter April 10, 2025

“It was clear that a new direction needed to happen,” UND Athletic Director Bill Chaves said.   Last Thursday, Dane Jackson was introduced as the 17th Head Coach in UND hockey history.    He...

Frozen Faceoff: UND Hockey Season Over

Frozen Faceoff: UND Hockey Season Over

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter March 27, 2025

North Dakota’s season was ended by Western Michigan when it was defeated 4-2 in the NCHC Frozen Faceoff semifinal at the Xcel Energy Center last Friday.   It ends the season 21-15-2 (14-9-1 NCHC)...

Hawks Fighting for Life: NCHC Tournament Quarterfinals Preview

Hawks Fighting for Life: NCHC Tournament Quarterfinals Preview

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter March 13, 2025

UND’s only chance to make the NCAA Tournament lies ahead. It must win four of its next five games.  The National Collegiate Hockey Conference Tournament Quarterfinals take place this weekend with...

High Stakes Weekend in the NCHC: Will UND Hockey Secure Home Ice?

High Stakes Weekend in the NCHC: Will UND Hockey Secure Home Ice?

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter March 6, 2025

Heading into the last weekend of college hockey, home ice is still up for grabs in the National Collegiate Hockey Conference tournament.   Western Michigan won its first Penrose last Friday after...

UND Hockey: Depth on Display

UND Hockey: Depth on Display

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter February 27, 2025

During an injury-riddled season, the depth of the Fighting Hawks has stood tall.   UND’s depth has been on display all season with multiple players finding the scoresheet. 22 of the 23 skaters who...

UND Hockey: Home Struggles

UND Hockey: Home Struggles

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter February 13, 2025

In sports, teams usually play better at home. However, the opposite has been true for UND Hockey this season.    The Fighting Hawks have a home record of 7-6-1 this season while being 7-5-1 on the...

UND Hockey: Getting in a Groove

UND Hockey: Getting in a Groove

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter February 6, 2025

UND Hockey looks to lean on its five unanswered goals from last Saturday to give it some juice this weekend.   The Fighting Hawks improved 13-10-2 (8-5-1 NCHC) after beating St. Cloud State last Saturday...

Crunch Time For UND Hockey

Crunch Time For UND Hockey

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter January 30, 2025

After getting swept and allowing the most shots in a game during Brad Berry’s tenure, the Fighting Hawks have 13 days to search for answers.    UND looks to figure out its troubles with penalty...

Penalty Killing Pains

Penalty Killing Pains

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter January 23, 2025

In the game of hockey, a good penalty kill affects more than just the scoreboard. A successful kill can demoralize opponents, shift momentum, and energize your team and crowd.  UND’s penalty kill...

UND Sweeps Miami

UND Sweeps Miami

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter December 12, 2024

With under six minutes left in the game, UND trailed Miami Ohio 4-2. The three-win RedHawks were eyeing their first NCHC win and the upset.    Freshman forward Cody Croal turned the tide when he...

The First Strike Factor

The First Strike Factor

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter December 1, 2024

In sports, you always want to strike first. However, UND hockey has been living and dying by that sword this season.  The Fighting Hawks are 6-1 this season when they score first, but on the contrary,...

Injury Bug Continues to Bite UND Hockey

Injury Bug Continues to Bite UND Hockey

Elijah Andrews, Sports Reporter November 21, 2024

The UND men’s hockey team continued to battle the injury bug, as six players were injured and did not suit up for their series opener against Denver last Friday.   The top-ranked Pioneers swept...

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