This guide is the ultimate resource for true fans of the Golden Gophers. Whether you’re a die-hard from the days of Herb Brooks or a more recent supporter, these are the 100 things every fan needs to know and do in their lifetime. Experienced sportswriter Brian Murphy has collected every essential piece of Minnesota knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom.
Brian Murphyis an award-winning sports columnist for thePioneer Pressin St. Paul, Minnesota. He was the Minnesota Wild/NHL beat writer from 2002 to 2007 and has covered the Vikings and Twins as a reporter and columnist for the past 10 years. Before joining thePioneer Press, the Detroit native wrote about criminal justice and sports for theDetroit Free Press. He lives in St. Paul with his wife, Megan, and their children, Claire and Ethan.This is his first book.