MSUM Dragons

Former MSUM Wrestler Johnson Set for First Title Fight in Bellator

Fighting for Interim Heavyweight Title on June 25th

MOORHEAD, Minn — From being a two-time All-American for Minnesota-State-Moorhead wrestling to know getting his chance to be a heavyweight champion in Bellator, its been quite the journey for Tim Johnson getting to the top of the sport. Taking on a professional career in combat sports wasn’t always the plan for MSUM alum Tim Johnson, however, after training with two…

Richland’s Roob Commits to Dream School in MSUM

Part of 2022 recruiting class

ABERCROMBIE, N.D. — An early offer was on the table for Richland’s Megan Roob and she grabbed it committing to Minnesota-State Moorhead women’s basketball before her senior year. For Roob, it was a no brainer. Its a tradition in her household to be a Dragon. Her older brother is on the football team and the school is close to home.With…

Former MSUM WR Richter Has Been “Perfect Transfer” for UND Football

The Detroit Lakes native has a touchdown and 126 yards receiving yards for the Hawks this spring

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — One of the many successful moves North Dakota football has made this season is bringing in talent from the Northern Sun at the division two level. One of those players added? Receiver Jake Richter from Minnesota State-Moorhead. The Detroit Lakes native used his final year of eligibility to play this spring at UND. It’s been quite…

MSUM Men’s Basketball Advances to NSIC Championship

Wayne State had COVID-19 issues advancing the Dragons

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — After winning their quarterfinal in double overtime over Minnesota State-Mankato, Minnesota State-Moorhead men’s basketball won’t have to play a semifinal game. Due to COVID-19, the Dragons next opponent, Wayne State had to forfeit. Per NSIC rules, MSUM moves on to the Championship games. They’ll play the winner of Northern State and Minot State on Sunday. Categories:…

MSUM Women’s Basketball Embracing Underdog Role Heading into NSIC Tournament

Dragons are four seed from the north division

MOORHEAD, Minn. — In the final home series of the regular season not only did head coach, Karla Nelson clinch her 21st consecutive winning season for Minnesota State-Moorhead women’s basketball, it also earned them a postseason berth. After starting the season 3-3, the Dragons worked there way back after a two week COVID pause to finish as winners in four…

MSUM Men’s Basketball Heads into NSIC Tournament with Confidence Level High

Dragons are number two seed; face Mankato in Quarterfinals

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota State-Moorhead men’s basketball is rolling into the NSIC Tournament as the number two seed. With their postseason match-up against Minnesota-State Mankato on the horizon, there is a lot to be excited about MSUM closed out the regular season handing the top seed in the conference, Northern State, its only loss. Until that final series split,  the…

MSUM Women Clinch NSIC Tournament Berth, Down Wolves 63-51

21st winning season for head coach Karla Nelson

MOORHEAD, Minn. — (MSUM Athletics) A 13-2 run in the fourth quarter helped the Minnesota State University Moorhead women’s basketball team top Northern State, 63-51 in Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference action Friday night in Moorhead, Minn. The win clinched a berth in the upcoming NSIC/Sanford Health Tournament for the Dragons. MSUM has won three in a row and improved to…

MSUM Men’s Basketball Back in Win Column After Two Canceled Series

Dragons topped UMary, 82-71

MOORHEAD, Minn — (MSUM Athletics) A big 17-1 run in the second half helped the Minnesota State University Moorhead men’s basketball team stretch its winning streak to seven with a 82-71 win over UMary in action Friday night in Moorhead, Minn. MSUM is now 7-2 overall and 7-0 in the NSIC with the win while UMary fell to 4-9 overall…

MSUM Football Adds Local Flavor on Signing Day

Class of 2021 includes 29 players

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota State-Moorhead football welcomed 29 new players to the program on National Signing Day. With no fall NSIC season and the 2020 class only having ten practices under their belt, it presents a unique opportunity for the Dragons to have two sets of recruits brand new to playing. This year’s class is highlighted by West Fargo’s Carter…

MSUM Women’s Basketball Series Canceled for Second Consecutive Week

Won't Play Saint Cloud This Weekend

MOORHEAD, Minn. — For the second consecutive week Minnesota-State Moorhead women’s basketball won’t be playing on the weekend. The Dragons two-game road series at St. Cloud State is cancelled due to COVID-19 testing protocols. Due to NSUC guidelines both games will not be made up. MSUM’s last series against Duluth was also canceled. The Dragons are 3 and 3 on…