...and a tough North Dakota State defense. Only one thing left to do: "We picked up the tempo," said Mankato coach Dan Runkle. Five minutes, eight-seconds and 153 yards later, Mankato had a 26-25 lead. Then, the Mavericks blocked a Bison...

...football coach. MINNESOTA-DULUTH--Reinstated its rugby clubs. MINNESOTA-MANKATO--Announced the resignation of Dan Runkle, football coach. MISSISSIPPI--Announced defensive coordinator Don Lindsey has left the football coaching staff...

...Roman Lyashenko. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING--Named Bill Barber director of player personnel. COLLEGE DUBUQUE--Named Dan Runkle athletic director. MICHIGAN STATE--Named James R. Pignataro director of student-athlete support services and associate...