Duluth Superior, MN, October 3, 2026 — The fifth-ranked University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) Bulldogs have opened their season with a decisive sweep over Long Island University (LIU). The Bulldogs completed the two-game series victory with a commanding 4-0 shutout performance on Saturday at Amsoil Arena in Duluth.

The win on Saturday sealed the overall sweep for Minnesota Duluth, establishing an early-season advantage. The team’s strong defensive effort was highlighted by the shutout, preventing Long Island University from scoring any goals throughout the final game of the series. The specific details regarding goal scorers, assists, or the exact timeline of goals within the game were not provided in the summary.

This series marks the beginning of the new season for both programs. The Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs, entering the season ranked fifth, have demonstrated their capability to perform at a high level in these opening contests. The outcome sets a positive tone for the Bulldogs as they look ahead to future matchups.

Long Island University, facing a ranked opponent on the road, concludes the season-opening series with the defeats. Further details on LIU’s performance, player statistics, or their next scheduled games were not available in the provided summary.


Story summarized from the original created by Matt Wellens on www.duluthnewstribune.com, see more information here.

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