SIOUX
UND not intimidated by schedule
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) — The realization of the University of North Dakota’s move to NCAA Division I football finally arrived a year ago this week when the Sioux met Texas Tech at Jones AT&T Stadium before nearly 50,000 fans of the Red Raiders.September 02, 2010
UND has QB options
GRAND FORKS — At some point in the season, UND may throw a two-quarterback package at opponents. When? It’s hard to say. The Sioux will head into Thursday’s 2010 opener at Idaho with Jake Landry firmly in control at quarterback. But Brent Goska, the No. 2 quarterback, could also find some playing time in the Kibbie Dome, where the Vandals hope to launch their second straight successful bowl season.By By Wayne Nelson , Forum Communications Co. , August 31, 2010
Palin-signed jersey put on eBay
GRAND FORKS (AP) — A Fighting Sioux hockey jersey autographed by former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has been put up for auction through eBay. The North Dakota Republican Party listed the jersey Thursday evening as a political fundraiser.August 23, 2010
No-huddle working nicely for UND
GRAND FORKS — The no-huddle offense is no problem for the University of North Dakota. The terminology and newness of the Fighting Sioux no-huddle offense — implemented during spring ball — no longer is an issue. “It’s second nature to us now,” head coach Chris Mussman said after a fall camp session this week. “We’re getting better at it and it’ll allow us to do more things with formations than when we were huddling.”By By Wayne Nelson, Grand Forks Herald , August 20, 2010
Other views: Law and order are essential on reservation
Tools for addressing crime on the Standing Rock Sioux Indian Reservation are being put into place. A new federal law recently enacted will provide more law enforcement officers, prosecutors and flexibility in dealing with jurisdictions for Standing Rock and other reservations. It sounds good. The truth of the matter will be found in the application and performance of key agencies — federal and tribal.By The Bismarck Tribune , August 20, 2010
UND-NDSU contest in discussion 
It’s much earlier than usual, but North Dakota State has completed its football schedule for 2011 with the addition of Lafayette College (Pa.).
The Patriot League team will come to the Fargodome for a Sept. 3 nonconference game giving NDSU its maximum 11 games for the season. The Bison follow that with a home game against Georgia Southern two weeks later and then travel to the University of Minnesota.
By By Jeff Kolpack, The Forum , August 12, 2010
UND women to feature five olympians
GRAND FORKS — It hasn’t taken long for Peter Elander’s Swedish connections to benefit the University of North Dakota women’s hockey team.
This summer, the Sioux have received four verbal commitments from European standouts that play in the women’s Swedish Elite League.
By By Brad Schlossman , Forum Communications Co. , August 10, 2010
UND set to tackle tough schedule
GRAND FORKS (AP) — North Dakota football players said at Monday’s media day they are excited about the challenges they’ll face this fall.
UND, in its third season under head coach Chris Mussman, is still making the transition to full NCAA Division I FCS status. The Fighting Sioux finished last season 6-5 overall and 2-2 in the Great West Conference.
Mussman said he can see the progress his team is making as he watches drills at practice.
August 10, 2010
UND hockey roster taking shape
A couple of UND men’s hockey players could see playing time at a new position this season.
The school posted the 2010-11 roster Wednesday, and it listed sophomores Joe Gleason and Ryan Hill as forwards/defensemen.
By By Brad E. Schlossman, Forum Communications Co. , July 22, 2010
UND lands prized hockey recruit
GRAND FORKS (AP) — A California hockey standout has chosen to play for the University of North Dakota.
Rocco Grimaldi also had been considering Denver and Notre Dame. He alerted UND coaching staff of his decision through an e-mail with a picture of him wearing a Fighting Sioux jersey.
July 15, 2010
UND locks up AD Faison through 2015
Brian Faison has spent as many full years as UND’s athletic director as he has signed contract extensions.
After recently completing his second year as athletic director, Faison has agreed to another deal.
June 30, 2010
New UND award honors college hockey writer
The University of North Dakota men’s hockey program has established an award that honors the man widely considered to be the “dean” of college hockey writers.
June 11, 2010
UND officials proud of Toews’ success
Jonathan Toews’(tayvs) college coach isn’t surprised that the 22-year-old captain of the Chicago Blackhawks was named playoff MVP after the team wrapped up the Stanley Cup title.
University of North Dakota head coach Dave Hakstol says Toews is a winner who is tough to bet against.
June 11, 2010
Murphy to present ‘Fighting Sioux’ resolution
In a letter to University of North Dakota President Ken Baker in 1999, the chairman of the Standing Rock Sioux made his Tribal Council’s position clear:
By By Chuck Haga , Forum Communications Co. , June 09, 2010
Tribe leader to ask about nickname vote
The head of the Standing Rock Sioux said he’ll introduce a resolution for a referendum gauging support of the University of North Dakota’s use of the Fighting Sioux nickname and logo.
June 05, 2010
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