Popular Post farce poobah Posted February 2, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted February 2, 2023 Sincere condolences to his family and friends. Had the pleasure of meeting him a couple times off the ice. Let's call him a gentle giant; friendly and social. On the ice, he was tough as nails. A classic 1970's defenseman, using his stick more on the opponents than on the puck. (An urban legend at the time was that "no opponent left Grand Forks without getting "Christian Brothers" tattoed all over their body".) One favorite memory, in a WCHA playoff game spring 1980, UND blowing out (I think it was Michigan State). Late in the game, UND gets a powerplay, and Travis Dunn, not normally a PP guy (but valuable on the PK!) dropped in front of the net, and for the better part of two minutes, the other 4 UND guys on the PP did their darndest to get him the puck and get him his first career goal at UND. Needless to say, even Michigan State was smart enough to sniff this out and covered him tightly, leaving all alone our other puck wizards, and foiled his shot at a goal (while conceding it to someone else). So he finished his career at UND without a goal (as I recall). But he will always be remembered by Sioux hockey fans as a key cog in the 1978-1979 WCHA Champions and getting us back to the NCAA Frozen Four, and 1979-1980 WCHA and NCAA Champions. RIP Travis. Thanks for all your contributions to Fighting Sioux and UND hockey. 4 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1972 Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 I worked with Travis in the early 1990's at Acme electric in Grand forks....he was always a great guy to talk to and always had a smile on his face...I would occasionally run into him from time to time, and he always had that same smile. This is just a real crap sandwich on top of a crap sandwich season. He will be missed by hockey fans, both UND and non UND. RIP Travis, you were one of the real good guys 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sicatoka Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 AM 1100 The Flag reporting Dunn's passing also. Over the Christmas break Dunn did some TV work with Jody Norstadt and Midco covering HS games at the tournament held at The Lights in West Fargo. For two guys that had never worked together they were smooth. It's a compliment to professionalism to both. Dunn will be missed on UND and KFGO. Condolences to his friends and family. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tnt Posted February 2, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted February 2, 2023 I recall Travis mentioning at one of the last home losses about how we need to take the game into perspective in the whole scheme of things. Sadly, and ironically, this is just another example for the rest of us. We, myself included, often bicker about the most trivial things like it is of utmost importance, but even though sports can make life that much better, in the end it isn't a life and death endeavor. Condolences to all of those that were close to Travis. 3 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Wilbur Posted February 2, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted February 2, 2023 35 minutes ago, tnt said: I recall Travis mentioning at one of the last home losses about how we need to take the game into perspective in the whole scheme of things. Sadly, and ironically, this is just another example for the rest of us. We, myself included, often bicker about the most trivial things like it is of utmost importance, but even though sports can make life that much better, in the end it isn't a life and death endeavor. Condolences to all of those that were close to Travis. I remember thinking the same thing a few weeks ago. Was listening to him talk while I was upset about the effort, and he just had such a "sun will come up tomorrow" and its only a hockey game type mentality, and was just genuinely enjoying his time being with TH and talking about hockey. It was almost like was giving a life lesson. Things like the sad events of yesterday are going to happen and we only have so many years on the planet to where we shouldn't let a hockey game effect us so much. Prayers to his family. 3 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Dustin Posted February 2, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted February 2, 2023 Didn't Travis provide color commentary for Pat Sweeney on WDAZ Sioux hockey telecasts for a time (1980s)? 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustin Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 7 hours ago, farce poobah said: So he finished his career at UND without a goal (as I recall). I this stat chart is accurate, you would appear correct. https://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php?pid=12163 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siouxkid12 Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 12 hours ago, gfhockey said: It doesn’t matter. May he RIP No need to be a dick about it. It is a legit question that is asked 9/10 when someone passes. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnt Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 28 minutes ago, Wilbur said: I remember thinking the same thing a few weeks ago. Was listening to him talk while I was upset about the effort, and he just had such a "sun will come up tomorrow" and its only a hockey game type mentality, and was just genuinely enjoying his time being with TH and talking about hockey. It was almost like was giving a life lesson. Things like the sad events of yesterday are going to happen and we only have so many years on the planet to where we shouldn't let a hockey game effect us so much. Prayers to his family. Yes, I can't remember if it was Travis himself or one of the other on the hockey broadcast team that mentioned it, but they said the perspective part was especially pertinent to Travis since his kid had gone through cancer I believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSSioux Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 I met Travis at a conference in Orlando years ago. He introduced himself, when he saw I was wearing a shirt with a Sioux logo. Took time to talk to me and was a great conversation. He had a wonderful passion for the game. Showed me his championship ring with great pride, as he should have in being part of the team. May he rest in peace. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfhockey Posted February 2, 2023 Author Share Posted February 2, 2023 Just now, gfhockey said: Why would people care where I heard it from? A guy is passed away. Never coming back. Why are you guys so worried about it anyways? He was a friend and I’m not doing good I never ask you your guys sources Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustin Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 43 minutes ago, Dustin said: Didn't Travis provide color commentary for Pat Sweeney on WDAZ Sioux hockey telecasts for a time (1980s)? https://fightinghawks.com/news/2023/2/2/general-north-dakota-mourns-the-loss-of-former-player-broadcaster-travis-dunn.aspx Picture shows him with Pat Sweeney, as I had remembered. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fightingsioux4life Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, gfhockey said: Why would we care? Because before you make a post announcing the death of another human being, you better have a legitimate source backing it up. Why is that? Because in this age of instant information, we cannot just take somebody's word for it. There is too much B.S. floating around the internet and social media to just trust a post like yours without something solid to back it up. I remember when it was announced that Bob Hope had died (this was way before his eventual death). That erroneous report made it to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. I certainly wouldn't post something like that on here unless I had a legitimate source to back it up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfhockey Posted February 2, 2023 Author Share Posted February 2, 2023 5 minutes ago, fightingsioux4life said: Why would we care? Because before you make a post announcing the death of another human being, you better have a legitimate source backing it up. Why is that? Because in this age of instant information, we cannot just take somebody's word for it. There is too much B.S. floating around the internet and social media to just trust a post like yours without something solid to back it up. I remember when it was announced that Bob Hope had died (this was way before his eventual death). That erroneous report made it to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. I certainly wouldn't post something like that on here unless I had a legitimate source to back it up. And my source was legitimate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfhockey Posted February 2, 2023 Author Share Posted February 2, 2023 Whatever I’m done defending this. A guy has passed away and you guys are more concerned about my sources. what a chess pool 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post iramurphy Posted February 2, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted February 2, 2023 Fellas, let’s let it go. Some of you obviously are hurting right now. Travis was such a great guy and a wonderful ambassador for UND hockey as well as the game of hockey and the University of North Dakota. If he knew you were from UND or a UND fan, he would often great you with a smile and introduce himself. He was a true gentleman and one of the classiest, kindest guys you could ever meet. He always had not only great hockey stories but great UND stories and stories about his family. He made you feel like you were one of the guys and even as a fan, part of the history of UND hockey. That is a rare talent. For those who were close, my condolences and prayers. God speed to a man who added honor to Fighting Sioux hockey and to the University of North Dakota. 2 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fightingsioux4life Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, iramurphy said: Fellas, let’s let it go. Some of you obviously are hurting right now. Travis was such a great guy and a wonderful ambassador for UND hockey as well as the game of hockey and the University of North Dakota. If he knew you were from UND or a UND fan, he would often great you with a smile and introduce himself. He was a true gentleman and one of the classiest, kindest guys you could ever meet. He always had not only great hockey stories but great UND stories and stories about his family. He made you feel like you were one of the guys and even as a fan, part of the history of UND hockey. That is a rare talent. For those who were close, my condolences and prayers. God speed to a man who added honor to Fighting Sioux hockey and to the University of North Dakota. Good points. I agree 100%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siouxkid12 Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 1 hour ago, gfhockey said: Whatever I’m done defending this. A guy has passed away and you guys are more concerned about my sources. what a chess pool Understandable that you might be hurting but don't lash out to people who are curious. Also, if you are not intending to explain what happened, its probably wise to not post it on social media. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin G Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 The story is up on College Hockey News. It says he passed away "suddenly." What a loss for UND hockey. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siouxkid12 Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 3 hours ago, Dustin said: I this stat chart is accurate, you would appear correct. https://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php?pid=12163 Umm, I am pretty sure he scored a goal in the national championship game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvdebbies Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 4 minutes ago, siouxkid12 said: Umm, I am pretty sure he scored a goal in the national championship game. Nope....had an assist though. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petey23 Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 1 hour ago, siouxkid12 said: Umm, I am pretty sure he scored a goal in the national championship game. Travis never scored a goal for UND in 62 games. I remember Travis in a self depreciating way and Pat Sweeney referencing it quite a bit during the 96-97 season as Mitch Vig was approaching the somewhat "dubious" record and then finally got a goal about half way through the season to give him 1 goal in his first 76 games at UND...must have broke the seal though as he potted 4 the following year. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siouxkid12 Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 1 hour ago, iluvdebbies said: Nope....had an assist though. That might be what I was thinking....Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70'sguy Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 My condolences to the Dunn family. Travis was indeed a class individual. I met him when we were both students at UND in the late 70's. He was a freshman and myself a junior. As people said he always had a smile on his face. I ran into him again when he was doing the broadcasts with Pat Sweeny. I worked as a linesman in the WCHA at that time and we always had interesting conversations when I would run into him after the games. RIP Travis 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Banner Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 Travis was a joy to listen to on his radio show and great doing color this season on the radio. He seemed to be a wonderful person. He had great insight and endless stories from his time at UND. He was very proud of never scoring a goal while at UND as he mentioned it often. Gone too soon RIP Travis Dunn 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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