Hey there, Gopher fans,
The headlines still continue as the offseason rolls on. Current and former Gophers have been making moves all summer long as teams prepare for the year ahead. From professional contracts to earning spots at development camps, here’s a look at what Gopher athletes have been up to.
Ski-u-mah,
Samantha Roering | Sports Editor | [email protected]
In the Spotlight
Participants and event organizers pose for a group photo beneath the organization’s logo during the inaugural Plates and Playmakers charity fundraiser at Quincy Hall in Northeast Minneapolis on July 9. | Photo by Alex Elbaz, MN Daily
Local celebrity chefs and athletes tackle food insecurity at new Plates and Playmakers charity event
by Alex Elbaz | Published July 16, 2026
Quincy Hall hosted its inaugural Plates and Playmakers charity event, headlined by professional athletes and chefs from across Minnesota, on July 9 in Northeast Minneapolis.
The event gathered celebrity guests, business leaders and sports icons, alongside the most celebrated chefs across the Twin Cities, to combat systemic hunger in Minnesota. Event donations went toward local food banks, including Every Meal, ICA Food Shelf and The Food Group.
From the Bullpen
After a career built in Minnesota, Amaya Battle will head to Italy to play professional basketball
By Regan Guirguis | Sports Reporter
Battle left a legacy in Minnesota and will now look to make an impact for Logiman Broni.
Three Minnesota women’s hockey players participate in NHL development camp
By Regan Guirguis | Sports Reporter
Gopher defender Chloe Primerano, PWHL draftee Abbey Murphy and University of Minnesota-Duluth forward Caitlin Kraemer all participated in practices alongside their NHL counterparts during the Edmonton Oilers’ recent development camp.
Roster continuity gives Gopher men’s basketball a head start under Medved
By Regan Guirguis | Sports Reporter
The Gophers entered the offseason with a familiar system and a chance to keep building under second-year head coach Niko Medved.
Other news from the Big 10
The Lantern - From club team to the Big Ten: Jackson Gula earns walk-on spot with Ohio State’s football team
The Michigan Daily - Keegan O’Hearn signs as undrafted free agent with New York Mets
The State News - Former MSU hockey captain Basgall signs one-year AHL contract
Game-Winning Shots
A throwback to Gopher women’s basketball’s 2026 March Madness run, advancing to the Sweet 16 for the first time in over 20 years.
Gopher women’s basketball celebrating during their March Madness win against Green Bay. | Photo by Dilan Parekh, MN Daily
Head Coach Dawn Plitzuweit standing courtside, as the Gophers face off with Green Bay in the first round of the NCAA tournament. | Photo by Dilan Parekh, MN Daily
Amaya Battle attempts to block a shot during the second half of the game. | Photo by Dilan Parekh, MN Daily
