JT

[GopherHole.com @GopherHole]

Still dancing. Still winning. Still Minnesota. 🏆

Inside the #Gophers Spirit Squad’s latest UDA Nationals dominance and how it's time for the U to step up their support.

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[Minnesota Golden Gophers @GopherSports]

DIVISION 1A POM NATIONAL CHAMPIONS 🏆🚨

Congrats, @UofMDanceTeam @GopherSpirit 🔥

[University of Minnesota @UMNews]

#UMNPROUD〽️

[Drew DeBiasse @DrewDeBiasse]

The University of Minnesota dance team is arguably the most dominant program in all of college sports, and no one is talking about it.

Today, they’re competing in the national finals in both Jazz and Pom at UDA Nationals.

That’s not an anomaly.
That’s the norm.

Minnesota’s dance team has won 23 national championships since 2003—the most in college dance history. Year after year, they’re either standing on the top step or right next to it. They’ve produced viral routines (like the 2024 Jazz to Aerosmith’s “Dream On” that blew up with millions of views, even catching Aerosmith’s attention), international gold medals, and a standard that other programs openly measure themselves against.

That’s dynasty-level stuff on par with Oklahoma State wrestling (34 NCAA titles) or UNC women’s soccer (21+ titles), but in a niche where they own the record books even harder.

This is what sustained excellence actually looks like.

And here’s the part worth sitting with:

Many of the dancers on that floor today have massive social followings. They drive visibility. Engagement. Culture.

Yet they receive no scholarships.
No NIL money.
No headlines outside their sport.

What they have instead is process, pride, and a ruthless commitment to the work when no one is watching.

In an era obsessed with exposure and compensation, Minnesota’s dance program keeps answering the same question the same way:

What does mastery look like when the outcome is overlooked and the reward isn’t monetary?

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Tune in to Varsity TV for highlights if you missed it. LSU and Ohio State also brought the heat this year.

Below are a few clips of the UofM dance standard and athleticism over the last few years, plus their full 2026 jazz routine.

#udanationals

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P.S. I train pro athletes, teams, and executives. I write about the intersection of somatics and performance. Ring the 🔔 to join the community.

[Minnesota Golden Gophers @GopherSports]

World Champs! 〽️

So proud of our #Gophers for taking home the 🥇 for the Stars & Stripes! 🇺🇸

[Minnesota Golden Gophers @GopherSports]

𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐄𝐍 𝐆𝐎𝐏𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒 🥇

Add WORLD CHAMPIONS to Gopher Dance's incredible resume as they take home the pom title at the ICU World Championships! 🏆

Watch their full routine ⤵️

[Marielle Mohs @MarielleMohs]

Good morning to Minnesota dance teams, and Minnesota dance teams only 🏆 #StateOfDance @UDAnews @VarsitySpirit @WCCO

[FOX College Football @CFBONFOX]

The greatest tradition in college football never gets old 💛 @HawkeyeFootball

[JT @jt10383]

Just another day in the office @childrensmn! Thank you Riggs, Annika and our Child Life team for making the day brighter for all! #thekidexperts

[Children's Minnesota @childrensmn]

We are excited to be chosen as a partner for Pablo Days during this @Twins season!⚾Each time Pablo López is the starting pitcher at home, a special Pablo Day ticket package will be offered to fans in Twins Territory. A portion of the proceeds from each day will benefit patients and families at Children's Minnesota!

Learn more: https://t.co/N1cztkzFMa

[Children's Minnesota @childrensmn]

At only 10, Annabelle found out she had a grape-sized brain tumor after volunteering for a brain study. With the help of our neurosurgery team, and our first-of-its-kind, three-room brain surgery suite, Annabelle's tumor was removed!💙 #TheKidExperts
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[Children's Minnesota @childrensmn]

We’re excited to announce that Children’s Minnesota has been approved to become a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) organization! BTYR is a program led by the @MNNationalGuard that connects military service members, veterans and their families with community support and resources. Read: https://t.co/1LZiE6wv0h

Thank you to our Military and Veterans employee resource group for making this possible with their hard work and dedication.💙

[Children's Minnesota @childrensmn]

Two of our departments' efforts were highlighted in a case study by NRC Health. The efforts were focused on successfully identifying opportunities to enhance the patient family experience. #TheKidExperts
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[Minnesota Men's Basketball @GopherMBB]

Last night we honored our national champion Dance Team at the Barn! 🏆

#UMNProud x #SkiUMah

[Barstool Gophers @BarstoolUMN]

Congratulations UMN Dance Team on winning the natty for dance! Huge accomplishment for our school!

[Varsity Spirit @VarsitySpirit]

I don't know about you, but the Golden Gophers are feeling 22! 😉🏆

The University of Minnesota Dance Team earned their 22nd National Championship title after taking the top spot in DIA Pom at #UDAnationals!

[Children's Minnesota @childrensmn]

It’s #EMSforChildrenDay! We’re so thankful for our transport team and their dedication to responding to crisis and providing immediate care to our patients when they need it most.💙

#NationalEMSWeek #EMSWeek

[Children's Minnesota @childrensmn]

It’s ironic, but hospitals aren’t so healthy for the environment. They’re responsible for a lot of greenhouse gases. Here’s a look at how we are making our hospitals healthier from Denise Deutsch, environmental sustainability program manager. #EarthDay
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[NWS Duluth @NWSduluth]

A wave just blasted open the green gates on the north pier! We have a Lakeshore Flood Warning out, so be careful out there! Stay a safe distance away from the water if you are trying to view the waves. #mnwx

[JT @jt10383]

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