MN Daily Sports: The Gold Standard

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MN Daily Sports: The Gold Standard

The Gold Standard is a sports discussion podcast released and produced by the Minnesota Daily. Hosted by different sports reporters at the Daily, the podcast features event previews and discussion about all things sports at the University of Minnesota.

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    Gophers spring seasons wind down as Wild and Timberwolves stay alive in playoffs

    Track and softball near postseason play while Minnesota's pro teams try to extend their seasons.

  2. 48

    Lynx draft Olivia Miles, extend camp offer to Amaya Battle

    Timberwolves-Nuggets playoff matchup and an up-and-down week for Gopher's sports. 

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    Sweet 16 loss for Gophers women's basketball, softball wins home-opener

    Women's basketball season ended against UCLA, softball and baseball start up their seasons and football begins spring practice. 

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    Breaking down the back-to-back departures of the Gopher hockey head coaches

    The Gophers move on from Brad Frost and Bob Motzko while women’s basketball kicks off its tournament run.  

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    Olympic gold overshadowed by postgame controversy

    As both U.S. hockey teams won gold, a viral phone call between the men's team and President Trump drew criticism over respect for women's sports. 

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    Gopher sports gear up for postseason stretch

    Tournament hopes rise for women’s hockey and basketball as men’s teams navigate rebuilds and injuries.

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    The Gophers fighting for gold at the Winter Olympics

    Preview of women's and men's Olympic hockey, figure skating athletes to watch and updates from Gopher sports

  8. 42

    How NIL is reshaping college athletics

    Gopher basketball recaps, hockey rivalry preview and a discussion on the realities of NIL

  9. 41

    Why did Koi Perich transfer to Oregon?

    The Gopher dance team, football, women’s hockey and men’s basketball take home big wins over the break, while the transfer portal brings some roster changes.

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    Turnovers cost women's basketball in double OT loss

    Football to play in the Rate Bowl, Men's basketball upset the Hoosiers and hockey reflects on inconsistency ahead of winter break.

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    Gophers keep the Axe and hockey delivers in overtime

    A football season recap, top Gopher highlights, Max Brosmer's misstep and the Wild's resurgence.

  12. 38

    Debating Fleck's future and the latest in Gopher hockey

    A debate on “Row the Boat,” Axe game predictions, hockey splits, the dance team’s fight for recognition and J.J. McCarthy.

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    Gopher wrestling climbs back at National Duals and basketball survives in OT

    Basketball secures early wins, women's hockey dominates and Gopher football demolished by the Ducks.   

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    Gopher basketball tips off and Loons keep flying

    The MN Daily sports team talks MLS playoffs, hockey wins, cross country success and NBA custom courts.

  15. 35

    Growing pains for Gopher sports

    Men's hockey, basketball and volleyball face tough adjustments and football barely gets by Michigan State. 

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    Gopher sports hit a rough patch

    Gophers face losses across football, men's hockey, soccer and volleyball.

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    Homecoming victory and Gopher wrestling preview

    Interceptions change the game for Gopher football, men's hockey splits to Boston College and women's hockey remains dominant. 

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    Football flattened by Buckeyes and Loons chase history

    Minnesota United seek their first MLS title, Gopher volleyball breaks their win-streak and Vikings take home a dub.  

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    Gophers football snags first Big Ten win

    Minnesota Lynx meet an unfortunate end and volleyball keeps win streak alive.

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    Lynx defeat Mercury to open the semifinals series

    Meanwhile, Gopher tennis dominates at home, Vikings defense sets records and cross country earns podium finishes

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    Eight straight for Gopher volleyball

    Football stumbles, soccer holds steady and volleyball powers through the Diet Coke Classic. 

  22. 28

    Gopher sports heat up across the board

    The Daily sports desk recap football's big win, preview of Big Ten matchups and spotlight soccer, volleyball, basketball and hockey.

  23. 27

    Football's first win and high hopes for Gopher women's sports

    From football’s season opener to volleyball, basketball, soccer and more, a full rundown of Gopher sports to start the semester.

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    How Wren Warne-Jacobsen balances elite figure skating and being a voice for campus opinions

    As a high-level athlete and editor, Warne-Jacobsen shares how she navigates competition, self-expression and mental health on and off the ice.

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    Historic track finish, NCAA shakeup and a men's basketball rebuild

    Sports reporter Regan Guirguis covers a powerful lineup of Gopher sports stories and an inspiring push for inclusion in marathon racing.

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    A New Era in the Vatican: What Makes the Pope Relevant in 2025?

    How Pope Leo XIV captivated the world and what his papacy could mean for global unity and societal change.

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    Gopher track and field gears up for NCAA finals as Minnesota women’s teams dominate early summer sports.

    From standout track and field performances to the Lynx’s undefeated start, Ceci Heinen and Megan Davis break down the highs, lows and future prospects for Gopher athletes and Minnesota pro teams.

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The Gold Standard is a sports discussion podcast released and produced by the Minnesota Daily. Hosted by different sports reporters at the Daily, the podcast features event previews and discussion about all things sports at the University of Minnesota.

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