WORCESTER - If you look at Minnesota and Boston College, the similarities far outweigh the differences. The programs are practically mirror images, particularly this season. Both have maroon and gold as school colors, both have long, storied traditions, and both have had roller coaster campaigns in 2007-08 heading into tonight's NCAA Northeast Regional semifinal at DCU Center. (Full article: 794 words)

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