1979 Frozen Four

The 1979 Frozen Four was held March 22-24, 1979 in Detroit, Michigan at Olympia Stadium.

The participants were:


 * Dartmouth College
 * University of Minnesota
 * University of New Hampshire
 * University of North Dakota

The Minnesota Golden Gophers won their third national title, defeating the Fighting Sioux of North Dakota 4-3.

Minnesota head coach Herb Brooks would later be named to coach the 1980 US Olympic Team.

Bracket
Consolation Game Dartmouth 7, New Hampshire 3

All-Tournament Team

 * G Steve Janaszak, Minnesota
 * D Mike Ramsey, Minnesota
 * D Howard Walker, North Dakota
 * F Steve Christoff, Minnesota
 * F Eric Strobel, Minnesota
 * F Mark Taylor, North Dakota

Most Outstanding Player: G Steve Janaszak, Minnesota