Moorhead's Lindberg Brothers Set to Join North Dakota Hockey Next Season Together

Gavin and Garrett Lindberg will play on the same team for the first time in their lives after Gavin transferred from Colorado College.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:18pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a hockey game or match, with sharp, overlapping planes of color representing the dynamic movements and energy of the sport.The Lindberg brothers' shared dream of playing hockey together at the University of North Dakota is about to become a reality, blending their lifelong passion for the sport.Fargo Today

Gavin Lindberg, a former Moorhead Spud, is transferring to the University of North Dakota after two seasons at Colorado College, where he tallied 31 points. But Gavin is not coming alone - his younger brother, Garrett Lindberg, a defenseman currently playing for the Fargo Force, will also be joining the UND hockey team next season. This will mark the first time the Lindberg brothers have played on the same team, a dream they've had since growing up skating on backyard rinks and frozen ponds in Moorhead.

Why it matters

The Lindberg brothers' connection to UND hockey runs deep, as they grew up as big fans of the team, known as the Sioux at the time. Their transfer to UND not only fulfills a lifelong dream, but also brings a heartwarming family storyline to the team's roster.

The details

Gavin Lindberg tallied 11 goals and 20 assists in two seasons at Colorado College before deciding to transfer to UND. His younger brother Garrett Lindberg is currently playing for the Fargo Force junior team. The brothers have never had the chance to play on the same team before, as they are three years apart in age. Now, they will get to share the ice and the UND locker room, a special moment for their family.

  • Gavin Lindberg's transfer to UND became official early Thursday morning.
  • Garrett Lindberg is currently playing for the Fargo Force junior team.

The players

Gavin Lindberg

A former Moorhead Spud who is transferring to the University of North Dakota after two seasons at Colorado College, where he tallied 31 points on 11 goals and 20 assists.

Garrett Lindberg

Gavin's younger brother, who is a defenseman currently playing for the Fargo Force junior team and has committed to join the University of North Dakota hockey team next season.

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What they’re saying

“I think when I entered the portal and North Dakota called, it was kind of a dream come true.”

— Gavin Lindberg

“It's really exciting to be able to play with him. We've never done that, so it's really special for our family... a lot of texts and everyone just kind of talking about how special it's going to be for us to play together.”

— Gavin Lindberg

“To play with each other is a really special moment for us and our family.”

— Garrett Lindberg

“Our whole family kind of grew up Sioux fans, going to games when we were younger. Now to kind of play there with him is a pretty special moment.”

— Garrett Lindberg

What’s next

The Lindberg brothers will join the University of North Dakota hockey team next season, marking the first time they have played on the same team.

The takeaway

The transfer of the Lindberg brothers to UND hockey not only fulfills a lifelong dream for the siblings, but also brings a heartwarming family storyline to the team's roster. Their shared passion for UND hockey, dating back to their childhood, adds an extra layer of meaning to this move.