NDSU Bison

New NDSU Cornerbacks Coach Lewis Walker Making Immediate Impact

Hired in March after spot opened on defensive coaching staff

FARGO, N.D — When defensive end coach Buddha Williams left North Dakota State this summer for Colorado State roles on that side of the ball were shifted and a new cornerbacks coach was welcomed in. It’s the last week of spring practice for North Dakota State and the end of the first for Lewis Walker on the coaching staff. The…

Kindred’s Paul Olson Uses Multi-Sport Ability To Earn NDSU Track Scholarship

Olson thought about pursing basketball before this spring

KINDRED, N.D — Standing 6 foot 4 and blessed with incredible athleticism Paul Olson’s has been a crucial aspect of the Kindred Vikings recent success, taking the Class B state basketball championship and coming in second place this season. In his senior spring, Olson opted to see how his leaping ability translated to track and field. “We’ve been working on…

NDSU’s “Twin Tackles” Mostaerts to Reunite at Defensive Tackle

Will is transitioning from end to tackle this spring

FARGO, N.D — Twins Eli and Will Mostaert have been teammates for their entire lives. “Lived together, still live together right now, we’ve lived together all of our 21 years, we’ve been alive,:” Will said. We came from the same womb!” Team captains at Lakeville North high school, the twins decided to stay teammates by both committing to NDSU. “I…

NDSU Baseball Using Schedule Changes As Motivation

Bison on top of the Summit League Standings

FARGO, N.D — Despite not being able to host a home game yet this season, North Dakota State baseball is in first place in the Summit League with a 19-10 record, unphased by their unpredictable schedule. “We don’t really have a routine, everything is changing and stuff, our practice is changing but we don’t wanna make any excuses,” second baseman…

NDSU Softball Ready To Play For Home Fans

Play first home series after 37 road games to start year

FARGO, N.D — After 37 games away from Fargo, North Dakota State softball finally gets the chance to play at home with three at home against Kansas City. “I just think it gives us more confidence and it’s a comfort to us,” left fielder Molly Gates said. “Just wanting to get out there and compete for our fans and our…

NDSU Softball Brings Hot Bats into Home Opener

Lead Summit League in hits and RBI

FARGO, N.D — After 37 games away from Fargo, North Dakota State softball finally gets the chance to play in front of the home fans this weekend when hosting Kansas City for a three game set. The Bison are 20-17 and 2-4 in conference play with three of those losses coming by one run.. NDSU  has the bats going leading…

NDSU’s Mathis Back Healthy This Spring After Multiple Injury Setbacks

One of returning receivers who will get opportunities this fall

FARGO, N.D — “I messed up my hip flexor. I broke my pinky. I dislocated my pinky. I broke my elbow. Tore my mcl and tore my meniscus twice. That’s it.” It’s been a long road to recovery for north Dakota state receiver Zach Mathis. Limited to just 23 games over the last four years, Mathis is finally healthy and…

Trevor Carrying On Own Legacy With Otterdahl Name for NDSU Track & Field

Named Summit League's Indoor Field Athlete of the year

FARGO, N.D — Its Trevor Otterdahl’s last year as a thrower for NDSU and by thinking that way it’s brought success being named the Summit League’s indoor field athlete of the year. “I’ve had this mentality that I can’t fail this year,” Otterdahl said. “It’s more so just maintaining that mindset of going in and being successful in everything I…

Former NDSU LB Jasir Cox Lands at West Virginia

Using Final Year of Eligibility to Play in Big 12

MORGANTOWN, W.V. — With intentions to play safety in his final year of eligibility, Jasir Cox has committed to West Virginia of the Big 12. Cox  was Mr. Dependable  at the outside linebacker spot  for the Bison last season finishing third on the team with 58 tackles and three interceptions. As a two year starter, Cox played in 47 career…

NDSU’s Pro Day Opens Opportunities for Babicz, Thomas

Josh Babicz, Brayden Thomas joined Christian Watson, Cordell Volson at Pro Day

FARGO, N.D — 29 NFL teams were on hand this morning to witness North Dakota state’s pro day. Defensive end Brayden Thomas, offensive lineman Cordell Volson, tight end Josh Babicz and receiver Christian Watson all looked to improve their Draft stock. Most eyes were on Watson, who is one of the fastest risers projected by pro football focus going from…