Minnesota Golden Gophers facts for kids

The Minnesota Golden Gophers are the sports teams that represent the University of Minnesota. They are famous college teams in the United States. When you hear "Golden Gophers," it means the athletes who play for this university!

What are the Golden Gophers?

The Golden Gophers are the athletic teams for the University of Minnesota, a big school in the state of Minnesota. These teams compete against other universities in various sports. Being a "Golden Gopher" means you are part of a long history of sports excellence at the university.

The Golden Gopher Mascot

The mascot for the University of Minnesota is the Golden Gopher. A gopher is a small animal that lives underground. The "Golden" part of the name comes from the state of Minnesota, which is sometimes called the "Gopher State." The mascot is a fun and energetic symbol for all the university's sports teams.

Sports They Play

The Minnesota Golden Gophers compete in many different sports. This includes popular games like football, basketball, and ice hockey. They also have teams for sports such as soccer, volleyball, baseball, and track and field. Athletes work hard to represent their university in these exciting competitions.

Their Home: The University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is a large public university located in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota. It's one of the biggest universities in the United States. Students from all over the world come here to study and play sports. The university has many sports facilities where the Golden Gophers train and compete.

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  The Women's Cross Country Team runs during a race on the Les Bolstad Golf Course.