The University of Minnesota is set to host St. Thomas for both men's and women's basketball in the 2026-27 season. The men's team will face off against the Tommies on November 6, marking the first meeting between the programs since 1934, while the women's team will compete on December 1. Both head coaches expressed excitement for the matchups, highlighting the importance of having two Division I teams in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. The men's team aims to improve upon a 15-18 record from last season, while the women's team is coming off a Sweet 16 appearance.

By the Numbers
  • Gophers have a 6-1 all-time record against the Tommies during their Division III days (1907-1934).
  • Last win for Minnesota against St. Thomas was in 1934, with a score of 28-18.
State of Play
  • The Gophers men's basketball team returns key players Jaylen Crocker-Johnson and Isaac Asuma, among others.
  • The women's team features All-Big Ten selections Mara Braun and Tori McKinney and looks to build on a successful previous season.
What's Next

Details regarding game times and broadcast information will be announced later. Both teams will be preparing to leverage these matchups to engage fans and bolster their competitive positions in the Big Ten.

Bottom Line

This season's contests against St. Thomas represent a significant opportunity for both the Gophers men's and women's basketball programs to foster local rivalries and expand their fan engagement.