The Gray Lady takes notice of our own Minnesota Gophers. I'm so proud.

"In a state where the Vikings are king and hockey is religion, the Minnesota women's basketball team is winning a place in the hearts of sports-minded Minnesotans. Not only are the 14th-ranked Gopher women more successful than the men's team — which is without a victory in Big Ten play — they are more beloved as well."

Thanks to Christopher for the pointer.