Dale ‘Hoagie’ Haagenson, heart of UMD hockey programs, dies at 65

UMD Coaches and athletes reflect on Dale "Hoagie" Haagenson's impact

DULUTH, Minn.– A beloved member of the UMD bulldog community, Dale “Hoagie” Haagenson, passed away Feb. 17. Athletes, UMD coaches and staff said Hoagie touched the hearts of so many, and his legacy will undoubtedly live on. “He was so uplifting and caring. I know he cared so deeply about all of us. And we’re all just heartbroken right now, and condolences go out to his family. And he will always be a special part of UMD women’s hockey,” said Lau…

Dale ‘Hoagie’ Haagenson, heart of UMD hockey programs, dies at 65

DULUTH — The heart and soul of Bulldogs hockey has passed away. Dale “Hoagie” Haagenson died at the age of 65 on Tuesday night at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth. The University of Minnesota Duluth Athletic Hall of Famer suffered a stroke on Christmas Day. Haagenson’s official title with the UMD men’s and women’s hockey programs was assistant equipment manager, but “Hoagie” has always been much, much more than that to the Bul…

Legendary Long-Time UMD Hockey Volunteer and Bulldog Hall of Famer Dale "Hoagie" Haagenson Passes Away at Age 65

UMD Hockey's Dale "Hoagie" Haagenson, who held the distinction of being the longest-serving volunteer in UMD Athletics history, passed away Friday, February 13. He was 65 years old.