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… consecutive season, the Wolverines have undergone a significant amount of roster turnover. With Hallie Thome and Nicole Munger graduating and Deja Church transferring, Michigan has three starting spots…

… to fill and 30.6 points per game to replace. Despite that, the expectations for the Wolverines are as high as they have been in coach Kim Barnes Arico’s eight years with the team, largely due to…

…, Michigan got off to a slow start, not scoring its first points until two minutes into the game despite a substantial size advantage on the Phoenix. The Wolverines did not take their first lead until…

… five minutes had gone by, and they relinquished that lead just two minutes later. For much of the first half, the Wolverines’ shots did not fall, their offense as cold as the temperatures outside…

…IN PRINT AND ONLINE NOVEMBER 26, 2019 4B — November 25, 2019 The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com SportsMonday Wolverines get past Wright State in penalties, 5-4, advance to Sweet 16 The Ultras…

… Wright State (10-8- 3) to win 5-4 in a shootout, ensuring its place in the third round of the NCAA Tournament. The first 90 minutes held no guarantees of such success, though. The Wolverines were…

…Lavert Hill bounced down the Michigan sideline, waiving his arms in jubilation with his helmet in hand. Behind him, the rest of the Wolverines did the same, spilling onto the field, toward…

…. For 11 years before Saturday, Michigan State (2-5 Big Ten, 4-6 overall) had avoided losing back-to-back games against the Wolverines, marking its longest period of in-state dominance since the…

… Wolverine, he finished with 384 yards and four touchdowns. “Just wish I had two more shots at them,” Patterson said postgame, his typically stoic face dotted with emotion. “Just wish I had four…

… all-encompassing display of dominance, spreading to the Wolverines’ defense, with its three sacks, two interceptions and 3.7 yards allowed per play. It’s a display of dominance that continued…

… to cement Michigan’s re-emerging control over the state — a significance not lost on these Wolverines. As the teams congregated at midfield postgame, the Spartans tried to linger, offering a…

… to leave. They don’t deserve to be in our stadium.” Natalie Stephens & Alexandria Pompei / Daily Design by Jack Silberman THEO MACKIE Daily Sports Editor WOLVERINES SEND SPARTANS BACK TO EAST…

… roster that can step up and score. The Wolverines got off to a fast start in their 77-57 win against Bradley on Sunday, going on a 7-0 run to start the game. Sophomore forward Naz Hillmon led the way…

… Wolverines. Michigan made just two of its last 15 shots, and only led Bradley by seven after the first quarter. The Wolverines continued to struggle offensively early in the second quarter, but with 6…

…, Charles Matthews and Ignas Brazdeikis all moved on from last year’s Sweet Sixteen team, taking 57 percent of the Wolverines’ scoring production with them. With the loss of that trio, a few newcomers…

… and a completely different coaching philosophy being implemented under new coach Juwan Howard, there is no shortage of uncertainty accompanying this year’s Wolverines. And yet, the cupboard is far…

… Michigan men’s basketball team sits at 4-0. The Wolverines’ performances have varied from a late-game scare in the opener to Appalachian State to two blowouts against lowly mid-majors Houston…

… play outside the confines of Crisler Center. That all changes on Wednesday, when the Wolverines tip off against Iowa State in the first-round of the Battle 4 Atlantis in Nassau, Bahamas. For…

…’s lead, junior guard Eli Brooks knocked down two shots from behind the arc while sophomore wing Adrien Nunez converted on a stepback jumper from the elbow. By the first media timeout, the Wolverines…

… eventually gave way to frustration and concern in the second half, as a slew of turnovers and missed shots almost cost the Wolverines the game. Ultimately, Michigan overcame its near collapse, winning…

… screening at JLabAttention@gmail.com! Wolverines advance in NCAA Tournament with 2-1 first-round win over Bowling Green In early September, the Michigan and Bowling Green women’s soccer teams faced…

… puppies were present — an accurate representation of the maturity that the Wolverines and Falcons accumulated between then and now. The early-season mistakes made by two teams about to catch fire…

… weekend and ranks 14th nationally in passing yards per game. On paper, it’s the Wolverines’ fourth or fifth- toughest game of the season to date, depending on your opinion of Iowa. And yet, there’s an…

…’s matchup with Ohio State is circled on calendars years in advance. That’s especially true this year, when that matchup is the Wolverines’ one remaining chance to define their season as a success. So…

… overmatched defensive back, before going untargeted for drives at a time as the Wolverines’ offense sputters. “He adds a dynamic element to our offense to where you have to pay attention to him every snap…

… epitomized how Michigan likes to use Collins as a deep threat — sparingly and against looks that the Wolverines know he can exploit. Of Collins’ three 40-plus yard receptions this year, two came in the…

… the puck even arrived, Gildon was setting up for a one-time slapshot. He beat sophomore goaltender Strauss Mann glove side, just under the crossbar. In an instant, the Wolverines trailed the…

… for the Wolverines. They tallied just four shots on net compared to the Buckeyes’ 13 in the second period. Bad puck bounces resulted in turnovers in the Michigan defensive zone and scoring chances…

…, Michigan needs his impact. Through six Big Ten games, the Wolverines have managed to earn only one conference point and sit 14 points behind first-place Penn State. The struggles have been capped by…

… attention to be on the Wolverines on the ice. So, when he disappeared from sight after a period, it was apparent where he was going. He found a different point of view to watch from. “Well, I was…

… reflect how close it was. Sometimes misused, it was emblematic Saturday night when the Michigan hockey team fell, 3-1, to Minnesota. The third goal the Wolverines gave up was an empty netter in the…

… than those on the conceded goal — many that actually worked. For instance, following a faceoff in the Wolverines’ attacking zone late in the opening period the Gophers got a quick rush, but…

… you’re not scoring and you’re a forward, you really start to press. It can get in your head.” But Lambert wasn’t the only Wolverine who couldn’t capitalize on opportunities; the team as a whole…

… proved unable to finish pucks on net. The Wolverines’ lone goal came in the third period off a tip- in by graduate transfer forward Jacob Hayhurst off a shot from senior defensemen Luke Martin. It…

… minutes. Rather than shooting the puck, the Wolverines opted to pass. And pass. And pass. When they did manage to put the puck on net, it sailed wide or over the crossbar or didn’t even connect with a…

… net.” After losing three straight and tying Minnesota, but surrendering the extra point, it’s obvious Michigan’s offense needs to regroup. What’s less obvious is whether the Wolverines will be…

… towards their respective benches at the 11:05 mark of the second half on Tuesday, everything was going according to plan for Juwan Howard. The Wolverines held a 26-point advantage, seemingly…

… grand total of just five minutes in the Wolverines’ eight January games and didn’t score a point. “Last year, you might get a few minutes at a time, so you’re trying to make sure that you make a…

…. With the Wolverines nearing a stretch of games against ranked opponents, they might just score a few resumé- building wins if the confidence Howard has instilled continues giving way to on…

…, causing an offsides call. It was just one wasted chance in a game of many — ultimately leading to a 3-1 loss for the Wolverines (3-5-2 overall, 0-3-1-0 Big Ten) against the Golden Gophers (4-4-1, 1…

…. “We’re not getting those bounces,” said senior defenseman Luke Martin. “A lot of posts, a lot of weird plays around their net and ours. It’s hard not to get frustrated.” All game, the Wolverines…

… Wolverine players offered a good explanation of what occurred. TIEN LE Daily Sports Editor Michigan FALLS TO MINNESOTA INSIDE SPORTSMONDAY SPORTSMONDAY COLUMN: The meaning of a big brother SEE PAGE 4B…

… closer than its 20-point margins of victory would suggest. On Friday, the Wolverines demonstrated an inability to hold onto the ball, tallying 19 turnovers and 22 fouls. “Hailey Brown got in foul…

… precision picked up in the second half Sunday with only four turnovers against nine assists as the stakes grew higher and the Wolverines faced adversity from a comeback push by Bradley. “The…

…’s physicality — each team committed double- digit foul totals — showcasing a tangible sense of hunger and aggression. On the other end, after allowing the early goal, the Wolverine defense shaped into form…

… up the athlete while discussing the team’s offensive struggles, there was no confusion on why. The Wolverines are no favorites, nor has this group of players won it all even once — let alone…

… of tenacity Pearson has seen in the Michigan players during their current power-play slump. Against Minnesota, the Wolverines went 0-for-9 on power plays, reflecting the pains of their…

… the team will face throughout the season. After 0-for-9 power play mark in weekend disappointment against Minnesota, Wolverines look for more puck movement TIEN LE Daily Sports Editor A little bit…

…Only the jerseys Tuesday, November 5, 2019 // TIPOFF 2019 3B W hen Michigan’s sea- son tips off tonight, only the Wolverines’ jerseys will remind you of yesteryear. By now, most have grown…

… been recruit- ing him since eighth grade. Todd’s pledge is more than a commitment. It’s a seismic shift in the Wolverines’ recruit- ing, which now appears eager to go toe-to-toe with the nation…

…-known plays dating back to the beginning of his tenure in East Lansing. The Wolverines are well aware how much hate goes into this rivalry, and they know that Dantonio’s trickery is another thing to look…

… to execute it. No matter who’s running it, the Wolverines have dedicated preparation time for these sorts of situations and they’re very familiar with how a play like this could work. “We…

… improvement, a mindset for work, physiology — one thing is noticeably absent from Dan Harrison’s list: any skill in the sport. This year, the majority of the 36 novice rowers on the Wolverines’ team have…

… was launched into an offseason of uncertainty and overhaul. John Beilein jumped to the professional ranks. Nine days later, Fab Five member Juwan Howard returned to Ann Arbor as the Wolverines…

… Northwood last Friday, every player in the Wolverines’ starting lineup measured at least 6-feet tall. While basketball players being tall is noth- ing new, Michigan’s combination of size and speed from…

… the traditional guard spot can take pressure off the forwards on defense and cre- ate a more diverse attack down low offensively — evidenced by the Wolverines’ 58 points in the paint against…

… battle one-on-one. This particular instance — the exclamation point on the night — was a 19-yard connection to extend the Wolverines’ lead to 39-14, where it would end a quarter later. Collins…

…. Things won’t come nearly as easily next week against Ohio State, perhaps the nation’s best team. But as the Wolverines try to pull off a feat few expect, facing a challenge that requires the best…

… is none other than a wolverine, an ode not only to the University but also the state, as Harris explained. “It’s our old taxidermy wolverine which we sent out to get fluffed and buffed…

… and freshened up for the 21st century,” Harris said. “Actually, wolverines may have never lived in Michigan, but they are still a symbol for the state because they are really fierce animals…

… Michigan has the talent to compete with the top tier of the Big Ten this year, but it’s hard to see them finishing higher than second, barring a collapse from the Terrapins. The Wolverines’ ceiling is…

… championship, in July, right as the Wolverines began their summer camps, Hillmon went to Tokyo. As she set off for Japan, she was filled with the advice of Michigan coach Kim Barnes Arico, who had coached…

… efficiency has gotten so much better,” Mark said. “She’s continued to get better.” Jones is only in her second year as a Wolverine, but her skills and hard work offer a hint of how good she may be…

… Podschlne is the program manager for Wolverines for Life, the parent organization to Blood Drives United. Podschlne described Wolverines for Life as a center for organizing “blood, organ…

… Blood Battle when a faculty member at his high school advised future Wolverines to participate. Already having been involved in Red Cross volunteer work, Wood said he was excited at the…

… out. Driving back from the movie theater, I pulled into the park by Barton Pond, loaded Wolverine Access on my friends phone and heard the news. My time at Michigan will forever be linked…

…’s been really unfair,” Jarrous said. Laurence Horowitz, a senior kinesiology student and president of Green Wolverine — an organization for students interested in business and dedicated to…