Western Collegiate Hockey Association

When the University of Minnesota was founded as a preparatory school in 1851, Minnesota had been a territory for just two years, and statehood was still seven years away. The school was built on the east bank of the Mississippi River with little more than the pioneer's faith in education.

AC: 612
Location: Minneapolis, MN 55455
Founded: 1851
Enrollment: 48,677
Nickname: Golden Gophers
Colors: Maroon & Gold
Arena: Ridder Arena (200 x 85)
Arena Capacity: 3,400
Press Box Phone: 625-6900

The 2007-08 edition of the University of Minnesota women's hockey team will look a little different on the bench this year. For the first time, a new coach will be at the helm of the program. Brad Frost, who has been with the Gopher program since the 2000-01 season will take over as the head coach for the 2007-08 campaign.

Brad Frost, in his eighth season overall with the Gopher women's hockey program, took over the role as head coach after former coach Laura Halldorson stepped down in August of 2007. As head coach, Frost will work with the offensive systems and forwards, as well as the Gophers' first power-play unit. Off the ice, Frost will oversee the program, and handle practice and game planning.