Five Gopher Hockey Players Try for Team USA at IIHF Summer Showcase

Five Gopher hockey players try for team USA at IIHF Summer Showcase

The International Ice Hockey Federation hosted its World Juniors Summer Showcase at Ridder Arena from July 25 to Aug. 2. The showcase is for the different nations competing to practice and play each other before the official tournament starts in December. In December, the championship tournament will be played at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. It will be the first time the tournament is played in the Twin Cities.  Former Gophers player Lou …

Five Gopher Hockey Stars Compete for Team USA Roster at IIHF Summer Showcase

Five Gopher hockey players are set to compete for a spot on Team USA at the upcoming IIHF Summer Showcase, highlighting the University of Minnesota’s continued prominence in developing elite talent. The event, which brings together some of the nation’s top prospects, offers a critical stage for these athletes to showcase their skills on an international level ahead of the upcoming season. As the Minnesota Daily reports, the participation of thes…