Dane Jackson takes over as new North Dakota head coach, as the baton passes from one alum to another. Jackson played from 1988-92, and then went on to a pro career, before returning to his alma mater as an assistant coach. He takes over during a relative lull in the program's prowess, and as it navigates the changes in college hockey. The Fighting Hawks have been front and center, with a prominent player leaving, and some big names coming from Major Junior.

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