HAWK Talk

HAWK Talk

University of North Dakota's HAWK Talk is every thing UND! From sports to administration, we have insights, interviews and highlights right here!

Episodes

November 10, 2025 51 mins
This week, Bill and Alex welcome back NCHC commish Heather Weems to discuss how the league is navigating college hockey’s evolving landscape, the importance of non-conference success, and the new-look Frozen Faceoff (2:09). Then, the guys look back on a busy start to November for Fighting Hawks Athletics, highlighted by hockey’s road sweep at Omaha, football’s instant classic against NDSU, and the first week of the men’s and women’...
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UND Cross Country Head Coach Tom Scott was named Coach of the Year following an outstanding performance at the Summit League Championships, where the women’s team captured first place and the men’s team finished second. Scott reflected on the team’s success and discussed preparations for the upcoming NCAA Midwest Regional meet.
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UND Head Hockey Coach Dane Jackson reflected on the team’s split weekend against Minnesota Duluth — a 3–4 loss followed by a strong 5–1 victory. Jackson credited Duluth for their solid play, noting they’re a talented team. He praised UND’s response on Saturday, emphasizing the group’s resilience. Looking ahead to the upcoming series in Omaha, Jackson mentioned it will be a good opportunity for the team to bond during the trip.
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UND Head Football Coach Erik Schmidt reflected on the 21–26 loss to South Dakota, focusing on the positives his team can take away. He emphasized the importance of learning from the experience and following the “24-hour rule” — taking time to process the result, then resetting and working on corrections. Schmidt and the team now turn their attention to the upcoming home game against NDSU.
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UND Head Tennis Coach Tom Boysen discussed his rosters for the season, noting that the men’s team features an almost entirely new lineup, while the women’s team brings back a strong group of experienced players. The student-athletes also highlighted the upcoming “Hit with the Hawks” event on November 7th at Choice, where fans are invited to meet and rally with the teams. Coach Boysen said he enjoys seeing his players connect with t...
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UND Head Hockey Coach Dane Jackson shared some fun stories about Halloween parties and past costumes before turning the conversation to hockey. He reflected on the team’s recent series at Clarkson — a 5–2 loss followed by a 1–0 win — and how early-season travel helps him learn more about his players. Jackson said he enjoys seeing the team bond on bus rides, playing games and sharing stories instead of being on their phones. He prai...
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UND Head Football Coach Eric Schmidt looked ahead to the team’s upcoming games against South Dakota. With Halloween right around the corner, the conversation turned to favorite candy bars and some lighthearted Halloween memories including one story about an unfortunate kid who ended up with a walnut.
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UND Head Football Coach Eric Schmidt discussed the team’s 46–17 victory over Indiana State, highlighting how the Fighting Hawks capitalized on key moments. He emphasized the importance of taking advantage of turnovers on offense and takeaways on defense. UND reached the red zone seven times, showcasing strong execution and solid team play. Schmidt praised his players for making good plays against a good opponent and noted the impor...
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October 28, 2025 55 mins
This week, Bill and Alex welcome back Josh Fenton of The Summit League to chat about staging conference championships, the new Summit-MVFC partnership, the current NCAA landscape, and much more (3:14). Then, the conversation shifts to UND Athletics, as football remains unbeaten in Valley play, hockey prepares for this weekend’s NCHC opener, and both cross country teams set their sights on the league championships (32:21). On the B-...
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October 22, 2025 12 mins
UND Head Mens Basketball coach Paul Sather talks about the win against Jamestown and how the assist guys made a difference.  The coach also talks about playing fearless and able to learn how to play through mistakes.  The coach also previews the upcoming game against Minnesota on Saturday.
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October 22, 2025 13 mins
UND Hockey Head Coach Dane Jackson talks about the series against the Minnesota Gophers in which the team split.  The Coach also talks about the energy in the building and how the players were looking around and taking it all in.  The coach is happy about how they are a 5 man unit up and down the lineup where there are no gaps and they work together and they do a good job cheking.  The team has to make fast decisions on the power p...
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October 22, 2025 7 mins
UND Football Head Coach Eric Schmidt says that college football is a special journey, the team has challenges ahead and hopes that his team can continue to heal and come back.  Talks about next opponent Indiana State.
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October 22, 2025 12 mins
UND Head Football coach talks about the win against Southern Illinois.  The coach also talkes about how some players have different numbers this season.  The coach also stressed that this team is flexible so that when the team is up, they can put in other players to develop depth on the roster.  The players have the right mindset and they are able to set examples.  The team did a great job defensively and their 3rd quarter was bett...
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October 14, 2025 12 mins
UND Head Soccer Coach Henrik Sohn reflects on the team's 1-0 victory over NDSU, highlighting how wins like that make for the best bus rides home. He emphasized the importance of mentality and mindset, urging players to break free from old habits and stay composed even when the game doesn’t start as planned. “Don’t panic,” he said focus, awareness, and avoiding ball-watching are key. Looking ahead, Coach Sohn is preparing the team f...
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October 14, 2025 14 mins
UND Head Hockey Coach Dane Jackson is celebrating back-to-back wins over St. Thomas, with final scores of 6-2 and 5-2. He credited the team’s success to playing with instinct to gain the lead. While the team doesn’t rely on traditional line charts, Jackson admitted it’s always a challenge deciding who gets the start. He emphasized that simply playing the game the right way often leads to results. The team showed grit, played with a...
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UND Head Football Coach Eric Schmidt previews the upcoming matchup against Southern Illinois. He reflects on how many players and coaches in the football world have ties to Illinois, making this game feel a bit more personal. Coach Schmidt also addresses the pressure some of his players are feeling and highlights the importance of physicality and adaptability. He says the team must stay flexible and make adjustments to keep opponen...
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UND Head Football Coach Eric Schmidt reflected on the team’s 35-17 win over Youngstown State. He emphasized the importance of taking the lead by halftime, noting that teams who are ahead at the break typically come out on top. Coach Schmidt also stressed the value of consistent practice, strong sportsmanship, and staying focused. “Every story will be written,” he said, highlighting that the theme for the week is simple but powerful...
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October 14, 2025 64 mins
This week, Bill and Alex bring back Ralph Englestad Arena General Manager Jody Hodgson to discuss new fan experiences at the REA, the 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame Game in Austin, the CHL-to-college hockey dynamic, and much more (2:00). Then, the guys flip through a flawless weekend for the Fighting Hawks, highlighted by wins in hockey, football, soccer, volleyball, and cross country (37:24). On the B-side (51:49), soccer’s latest inter...
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October 7, 2025 7 mins
UND Volleyball Head Coach Jesse Tupac reflected on the recent road losses in Omaha and Kansas, acknowledging the team's struggles during those matches. He discussed areas for improvement as the team works to bounce back. Looking ahead, UND is preparing for an upcoming matchup against Denver.
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UND Assistant Hockey Coach Dillon Simpson made his first appearance on the show following the team’s 7–0 win over Manitoba. He noted that while the game started off a bit messy, the team settled in and found their rhythm. Simpson emphasized the importance of practicing with game-like intensity and learning from mistakes. He also spoke about the team’s ongoing growth and focus on playing together as a unit. Looking ahead, UND prepar...
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