University of North Dakota – the quick Sliver

9.28.12 The Fighting…um…er…

September 28, 2012 Mike Keeler

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Announcer: Good evening ladies and gentlemen, we are coming to you live from the University of North Dakota, at the beautiful Ralph Engelstad Arena, home of the #2-ranked college hockey team in America, the Fighting…um…er…the University of North Dakota! Color Commentator: And what an impressive facility this is! Plush seats,…

1.22.10 The Fighting Sioux

January 22, 2010 Mike Keeler

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In the Black Hills of North Dakota, an Indian war rages on. Since 1930, the University of North Dakota has been the “Fighting Sioux.” The nickname was a reference to the local native culture, and was resonant with another, more famous UND, “The Fighting Irish.” It has proven useful in…

2010 Fighting Sioux Hockey NCAA Ralph Engelstadt Spirit Lake Standing Rock University of North Dakota