Minnesota and Bemidji State Will Play Outdoor Game As Part Of Hockey Day In Minnesota

The University of Minnesota women’s hockey team’s 2024-25 schedule will feature an outdoor matchup against Bemidji State on the 19th annual Hockey Day Minnesota (HDM). The Minnesota Wild, along with Bally Sports North and Minnesota Hockey announced that Hockey Day Minnesota 2025 will take place at Valleyfair Amusement Park in Shakopee on Saturday, Jan. 25.

“We are honored to be part of Hockey Day Minnesota 2025!” said head coach Brad Frost. “Any time we get to showcase collegiate women’s hockey on one of the biggest hockey days of the year is incredible. This will be an amazing experience for our student athletes. We would like to thank the Minnesota Wild, Bally Sports North and everyone else involved for having us be a part of this special day.”

Bally Sports North’s broadcast event will feature over 16 hours of original hockey programming beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25. Coverage will include the three live outdoor games from Valleyfair Amusement Park, followed by a Minnesota Wild game during primetime. The regional sports network will show highlights from all Hockey Day games taking place throughout the weekend and incorporate coverage of the outdoor festivities taking place at Valleyfair Amusement Park.

“It’s our pleasure to announce the date and matchups for Hockey Day Minnesota 2025,” said Matthew Underwood, Hockey Day Minnesota 2025 Chair. “We are thrilled about the matchups and expect competitive hockey being played throughout the weekend here at one of Minnesota’s most iconic locations.”

Hockey Day Minnesota 2025 will mark the third outdoor game in program history. In the 2014 Hockey City Classic, Minnesota took down Minnesota State in a 4-0 game at Huntington Bank Stadium. Then, on Hockey Day Minnesota 2020, the Maroon and Gold notched a 2-1 victory over Ohio State at Parade Stadium in downtown Minneapolis.

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