The Free Press, Mankato, MN Sports Columns

Courrier: Mavericks roster due for an offseason shakeup

2012-02-09T23:08:09-06:00

Another weekend in Splitsville for the Maverick hockey team

2012-02-06T23:12:41-06:00

Cross: Some traps have no business in nature

2012-02-05T01:21:25-06:00

When it comes to trapping, there are traps that do the job, and then there is overkill.

Courrier: A look at Minnesota State's football recruits

2012-02-02T22:45:09-06:00

The Mavericks brought on 18 players Wednesday. Some of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference programs signed up more than 30 future players, but a small senior class didn’t allow Minnesota State coaches much money to be spend.

MSU ready to launch campaign for Verizon improvements

2012-02-01T21:47:41-06:00

Minnesota State on Friday will begin a campaign to raise awareness and build support for a state bonding request for proposed improvements to the Verizon Wireless Center.
Called “Greater Mankato Carries the Puck,” the initiative’s goal is to get more than 1,000 signatures on a 4 1/2-foot replica hockey puck that will be used in the local advocacy group’s presentation during Greater Mankato Day at the state capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 15.

Frederick: Arena envy grips Mankato

2012-01-30T23:59:20-06:00

Bemidji State's year-old arena boasts many features that would be instant improvements at the Verizon Wireless Center.

Cross: Youthful hunters have a thing for rabbits

2012-01-29T00:00:08-06:00

Once upon a time, rabbits were a popular small-game species.

Courrier: Are Rubio and Love the next Stockton and Malone

2012-01-26T19:58:07-06:00

Kevin Love just signed a four-year contract extension, and rookie point guard Ricky Rubio appears to be legitimate. Is this another John Stockton-Karl Malone, or will one of these players eventually become Stephon Marbury while the other is Kevin Garnett?

Frederick: Mavericks looking to turn the corner

2012-01-23T23:48:01-06:00

The Minnesota State men's hockey team has been playing better as of late, and with a favorable schedule, the Mavericks are hoping to gain ground in the standings.

Kamphoff: Finding success on the big stage

2012-01-22T00:18:25-06:00

Being prepared mentally as well as physically will give you the best chance to succeed in whatever task you are attempting to accomplish.