In 1940, the University commissioned George Grooms, an artist for a small Iowa manufacturing company, to create the institution’s gopher mascot, according to a 1995 Minnesota Daily article. On his way ...

He approved the chipmunk design anyway, wrote Grooms’ grandson, Steve Kuhl, in the Minnesota Alumni Association ... the company’s market for mascot toys. While he worked at the company, Grooms ...

This is a travel journal from sports editor Jared Rubado. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the Bemidji State women's hockey team's trip to the Twin Cities for Field Trip Day and Hockey Day Minnesota ...

The University of Minnesota spirit squad continued its storied ... as Ohio State won the championship and Michigan came in third. Goldy Gopher finished fourth nationally in the mascot division, while ...

Minnesota became a viral sensation ... just behind Bowling Green (85.6). Goldy the Gopher finished in fourth place in the mascot category with an event score of 91.94, coming in behind Cincinnati ...

Grab some trendy Minnesota Golden Gophers gear for game day with this Mascot Bandana T-shirt. It offers a super-soft fabric that will keep you comfortable throughout the day. Featuring eye-catching ...

The University of Minnesota Spirit Squad is made up of the cheer and dance teams plus Goldy Gopher, the mascot. Heading into the competition last weekend, the squad had combined for 26 national ...

it’s the University of Minnesota Spirit Squad, which is made up of the cheer and dance teams plus Goldy Gopher, the mascot. Heading into competition this past weekend, the squad had combined for 26 ...