Here’s the latest on UND hockey as of May 2026.
- UND hockey recently advanced in the NCAA Tournament with a 3-0 win over Merrimack, marking a shutout in the NCAA Tournament for UND’s freshman goaltender Jan Špunar, the first UND goalie with a tournament shutout since 2004 [Midco Sports, 2026-03-27]. This result set up a Sioux Falls regional final against Quinnipiac [Midco Sports, 2026-03-27].
- In the lead-up to the tournament, UND has been navigating roster changes and player returns from injury, with coach Dane Jackson noting positive steps in practice for players nearing return to competition and a focus on integrating a largely new roster for the season [UND Insider press conference coverage, February 2026].
- For broader context, UND has had notable regular-season performances in 2024–25 and 2025–26, including wins over highly ranked opponents such as Boston University in 2024 and competitive showings in the NCHC, though results vary by weekend series [UND Athletics site coverage, 2024–25; USCHO/NCHC coverage, 2025].
Illustration: UND’s tournament run in March 2026 featured a 3-0 victory, a milestone for Jan Špunar as a freshman goalie in the NCAA Tournament, advancing to the regional final against Quinnipiac [Midco Sports, 2026-03-27].
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent game results, upcoming schedule, or a quick recap of the regionals with key players highlighted. I can also provide a short timeline of the season’s standout moments.