Author: Isaiah Wiita

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UW-Superior Men’s Hockey Team’s Unbeaten Streak Continues with 2-2 Tie Against River Falls

The Yellowjackets are back in action on Saturday, once again facing River Falls. 
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s hockey tried to defend their nine-game winning streak as they hosted UW-River Falls on Friday. In the end, they had to settle for the 2-2 tie with the Falcons. In the shoot-out, River Falls went on to take the extra point. Scoring for the Yellowjackets was Reed Stark and Justin Dauphinais. The Yellowjackets are back…

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High School, Sports

Boys Basketball: Duluth Denfeld & Hermantown Claim Road Victories

Hermantown will host Duluth Denfeld on Friday night.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team picked up their 8th win of the season on Thursday, defeating Superior 68 to 62. The Hunters will next play at Hermantown on Friday night at 7:15 PM. Superior falls to 7-9 and is at River Falls on Tuesday. In other boys basketball action, Hermantown snapped a three-game losing skid with a…

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High School, Sports

Prep Girls Hockey: Defensive Battle Between Northern Stars & Elk River Leads to 1-1 Tie

Scoring the lone goal for the Northern Stars was Bailey Theis. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Northern Stars hosted Elk River in hopes of their 10th win on Thursday night. It was a defensive battle all game as the Northern Stars and Elk end in a 1-1 tie. Scoring the lone goal for the Northern Stars was Bailey Theis. The Northern Stars are back in action on Friday, January 24th against Rock…

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College, Sports

After Turning to Conference Play, UW-Superior Men’s Basketball Starting to Heat Up

The Yellowjackets tip off with Northwestern Wednesday night.
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After a slow start to the season for the UW-Superior men’s basketball team, they have started to heat up as they began UMAC conference play earlier this month. The Yellowjackets are currently on a four-game winning streak, all against conference opponents. Their latest win was against Martin Luther, where the Yellowjackets won in dominant fashion 91-to-62. The Yellowjackets…

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: Hibbing/Chisholm Breaks Three-Game Skid, Duluth East Falls

The Duluth Marshall boys hockey team hosted Hibbing/Chisholm on Monday night. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys hockey team hosted Hibbing/Chisholm on Monday night. The Hilltoppers and the Bluejackets ended regulation tied at two. The Bluejackets later added a goal in overtime to take down the Hilltoppers 3-2. Hibbing/Chisholm is back in action on Tuesday, January 21st against International Falls. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For the Hilltoppers, their next…

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High School, Sports

Former Duluth Denfeld Coach Frank Huie Passes Away

Huie coached at Duluth Denfeld from 1980-2018.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Sad news for the Duluth Denfeld community, a long-time coach and Denfeld Alum Frank Huie passed away. Huie graduated from Duluth Denfeld in 1979. During his time with the Hunters, Huie coached for the football team, track, and girls basketball. Huie coached at Duluth Denfeld from 1980-2018. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s & Women’s Basketball Defends Home Court Both Picking Up Wins Over Crookston

Both teams are back in action on Friday, January 24th, against the University of Mary.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team was back at Romano Gymnasium on Saturday as they hosted Minnesota Crookston. The Bulldogs defeated the Golden Eagles 107-67 to extend their winning streak to five. Leading the way for the Bulldogs were Charlie Katona and Kole Hanson, both recording 19 points in the contest. The Bulldogs are back in action on Friday,…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Women’s Hockey: #2 Ohio State Top #4 UMD Earning The Series Sweep

Scoring the only goal in the contest for the Bulldogs was Olivia Wallin. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team wrapped up their series with Ohio State on Saturday. Sadly, the Buckeyes picked up the series sweep as they defeated the Bulldogs 2-1. Scoring the only goal in the contest for the Bulldogs was Olivia Wallin. UMD’s next game is on Thursday, January 23rd, against the University of St. Thomas. Puck drop is…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hoops Extends Win Streak to Four, UMD Women Get Back on Track

Both teams will be back in action on Saturday against Minnesota Crookston.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a successful doubleheader for both the UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams on Friday night. The Bulldog men started off the evening with a 75 to 59 victory over Bemidji State. UMD was led by Charlie Katona and Jayden Johnson, who each had 16 points. Following that contest, the Bulldog women completed the sweep with a…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Falls After Fast Start By #2 Ohio State

A fast start for the Buckeyes leads to a 3-1 victory over the Bulldogs.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team hosted #2 Ohio State on Friday night. Unfortunately, a fast start for the Buckeyes leads to a 3-1 victory over the Bulldogs. Scoring the lone goal for the Bulldogs was Caitlin Kraemer, her eleventh of the season. The Bulldogs are back in action on Saturday for game two of their series with the…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 1/17

At number one, some history for Proctor's Lily Smith as she records career point number 1,000 on the three ball.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both of this week’s top plays came from on the hardwood. At number two, UW-Superior’s Reid Johnson shows off the handles as he gets the lay in to go against Northland. At number one, some history for Proctor’s Lily Smith as she records career point number 1,000 on the three ball. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, High School,…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Women’s Hockey Takes Big Strides with New Head Coach Bre Simon

The Yellowjackets are currently 9-6-2 on the season and have put together a five-game winning streak.
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After the retirement of longtime head coach Dan Laughlin last season, the UW-Superior women’s hockey team is halfway through their first season with their new head coach Bre Simon The Yellowjackets are currently 9-6-2 on the season and have put together a five-game winning streak. Their latest victory was against Concordia Minnesota, where the Jackets won 3-to-2. On…

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High School, Sports

Girls Basketball: Smith Nets 1,000th Career Point in Proctor Win, Esko & Duluth Marshall Also Victorious

Proctor remains at the top of the Lake Superior conference standings.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team extended their win streak to eight games on Thursday, defeating Hermantown 75 to 52. Rails senior guard Lily Smith picked up her 1,000th career point in the victory. Proctor (16-1) will next play at Duluth Marshall on January 21st. Hermantown (10-5) will travel to Hibbing on the 21st. In other girls basketball action,…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Forward Charlie Katona Named to 2025 Bevo Francis Award Watch List

Katona is the second Bulldog to be nominated for this honor.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD forward Charlie Katona has been named to the 2025 Bevo Francis Award Top 100 watch list. The Bevo Francis Award is given to the player with an outstanding season in small college basketball. Katona is the second Bulldog to be nominated for this honor as Drew Blair was nominated last season. In his fifth season with the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Hockey: Gascon, Holm, and Knapp Nominated For National Goalie Honors

Eve Gascon, Tindra Holm, and Klayton Knapp received national watch list honors.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD women’s goalies Eve Gascon and Tindra Holm have been named to the National Goalie of the Year watch list. Gascon and Holm are two of 33 goalies up for the honor. Currently, Gascon has a saves percentage of 94 percent and Holm has a saves percentage of 92 percent. The winner will be announced in March. For…

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College, Sports

Northern Star: Gaby Andreacchi

Andreacchi is having a career year with 12 points so far for the Yellowjackets.
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- From Thunder Bay, Canada to UW-Superior, Gaby Andreacchi has found a home in Superior for the last three seasons. Even though Andreacchi has skated for the Yellowjackets during her college career, she says she has been playing in the area her whole life. “I have been playing at Wessman, playing at the Heritage with the Thunder Bay Queens…

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High School, Sports

Esko Girls Hoops Snap South Ridge’s Three-Game Winning Streak

Esko (6-10) will next host Barnum on Thursday.
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team picked up their 2nd straight win on Monday, defeating South Ridge 72 to 32. Esko’s victory also snapped a three-game winning streak for the Panthers. Esko (6-10) will next host Barnum on Thursday. As for South Ridge (8-7), they’ll host North Woods on Tuesday. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Earns Series Sweep Over #10 St. Cloud State

The Bulldogs defeat the Huskies 5-2, earning the series sweep. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team closed out their home series with St. Cloud on Saturday. The Bulldogs defeat the Huskies 5-2, earning the series sweep. Joey Pierce, Dominic James, Jayson Shaugabay, Max Plante, and Adam Kleber all scored a goal in the contest. UMD is back in action on Friday, January 17th, against Colorado College. Puck drop is…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Picks Up Third Consecutive Conference Win

UMD improves to 10-5 on the season.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team hosted conference foe St. Cloud State on Saturday. The Bulldogs continued their winning streak, as they defeated the Huskies 66-58, to improve to 10-5. The leading scorer for the Bulldogs was Charlie Katona with 21 points. The Bulldogs are back in action Friday, January 17th, against Bemidji State. Tip-off is at 5:30 p.m….

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Suffers Second Loss Falling 2-1 to Sartell

On Saturday, the C-E-C boy's hockey team hosted Sartell at Veterans Memorial Park for Hockey Day Cloquet. 
Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET. Minn- On Saturday, the C-E-C boy’s hockey team hosted Sartell at Veterans Memorial Park for Hockey Day Cloquet. Unfortunately, the Lumberjacks fell to the Sabres 2-1, suffering their second loss of the season. The Lumberjacks are back in action on Tuesday, January 14th, against Grand Rapids. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports

UWS Men’s Hockey Picks Up Non-Conference Win Over Concordia

On Friday, the UWS men's hockey team hosted Concordia for their first home game of 2025. 
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- On Friday, the UWS men’s hockey team hosted Concordia for their first home game of 2025. The Yellowjackets defeated the Cobbers 7-1 to pick up their eleventh win of the season. In the Yellowjackets win, goalie Kobe Grant had 30 saves in the contest. UWS is back in action on Saturday against Saint John’s. Puck drop is at…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 1/10

At number one, Ikki Kogawa pushes the puck to the goal and delivers an impressive spin-o-rama pass to teammate Reed Stark, who knocks in the goal.
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week’s top plays come from on the ice. At number one, Ikki Kogawa pushes the puck to the goal and delivers an impressive spin-o-rama pass to teammate Reed Stark, who knocks in the goal. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Opens Up Series Against #10 St. Cloud With Shutout Win

The Bulldogs defend home ice picking up a 3-0 victory over the Huskies. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team dropped the puck in their series with St. Cloud State on Friday. The Bulldogs defend home ice picking up a 3-0 victory over the Huskies. Olivia Wallin, Olivia Mobley, and Ida Karlsson all scored for the Bulldogs. UMD is back in action on Saturday for game two of their series with St. Cloud….

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: Big Second Period Helps Hermantown Top Defending State Champions

Hermantown defends home ice, defeating St. Cloud Cathedral 6-0.
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- On Thursday, the Hermantown Hawks hosted St. Cloud Cathedral in a rematch of the 2024 Class A Championship game. After a scoreless first period, the Hawks got rolling and defeated the Crusaders 6-0, to improve to 8-4-3 on the year. With the victory over the Crusaders, Bryce Francisco records his fifth shutout of the season. Hermantown is back…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Set to Face St. Cloud State for First Home Game of 2025

The Bulldogs are currently 9-5 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team is back on home court as they welcome in St. Cloud State University on Saturday. After picking up two conference wins after their holiday break, UMD is currently 9-5 on the year. In the Bulldogs last two games their play on the defensive end of the court has been a part of their…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Back at Home Against St. Cloud State This Weekend

Tip off between UMD and St. Cloud is on Saturday at 1 p.m.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team set to host St. Cloud State on Saturday for their first home game of 2025. The Bulldogs picked up their first win of the second half of the season last weekend against Minnesota State Moorhead, where UMD won 74-50. Another test for this young Bulldog team as the Huskies of St. Cloud is…

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High School, Sports

Proctor Girls Basketball Tops Esko to Earn 12th Win of The Year

The Rails defeats Esko 46-28 to pick up their twelfth win.
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team hosted Esko on Monday night in hopes of continuing their winning ways. The Rails defeat Esko 46-28 to pick up their twelfth win of the season. Proctor is back in action on Friday, January 10th, against Cass Lake-Bena. Tip-off is at 7:30 p.m. For Esko, their next game is on Thursday, January 9th,…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Falls in Overtime Against Alaska Fairbanks

The Nanooks scored the game-winning goal in overtime to defeat the Bulldogs 2-1.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday, the UMD men’s hockey team hosted Alaska Fairbanks for game two of their series. At the end of regulation, it was tied 1-1 after the Bulldogs sent the contest to overtime with a late goal scored by Blake Bechen in the third period. Unfortunately, the Nanooks scored the game-winning goal in overtime to defeat the Bulldogs…

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: Proctor Protects Home Ice with 5-3 Win Over International Falls

The Rails defend home ice as they defeat the Broncos 5-3 improving to 8-6 on the year. 
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor Rails welcomed in the International Falls Broncos on Saturday. The Rails defend home ice as they defeat the Broncos 5-3, improving to 8-6 on the year. Proctor is back in action on Tuesday, January 7th, where they face Hermantown. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For the Broncos, their next game is on Tuesday, January 7th…

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High School, Sports

Northern Star: Gracyn Schipper

Schipper returns after missing her junior season due to injury.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Northern Stars start their 2024-25 campaign, starting the year 7-4-2. A reason for this, the Northern Stars have their senior captain back out on the ice. Senior Forward Gracyn Schipper missed her junior year due to a broken collarbone she suffered early in the season. “Losing Gracyn was really difficult as a coach and just as…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Begins Second Half of Season with Series Against Syracuse

The Bulldogs begin their series with Syracuse on Thursday.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team opens up their second half of the season by hosting Syracuse University on Thursday. This is the first meeting between the Bulldogs and Syracuse. The series was supposed to be played earlier in the season, but due to weather complications for Syracuse it had to be rescheduled. Entering the contest, the Bulldogs are…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Back Home for Series Against Alaska Fairbanks

The last time UMD faced Alaska Fairbanks was back in 2021, where the Bulldogs won 1-0.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- A fast turnaround for the UMD men’s hockey team as they welcome the University of Alaska Fairbanks for their first home series of 2025. The last time UMD faced Alaska Fairbanks was back in 2021, where the Bulldogs won 1-0. The Bulldogs look to continue their momentum from Bemidji against a tough opponent this weekend. “Well, we saw…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Close Out 2024 With Win Over Bemidji State

The Bulldogs leave Bemidji with a win as they defeated the Beavers 4-2. 
Isaiah Wiita,

Bemidji, Minn.- The University of Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey faced Bemidji State University on Tuesday night. The Bulldogs left Bemidji with a win as they defeated the Beavers 4-2. In the contest, four different Bulldogs found the back of the net which include, Jayson Shaugabay, Harper Bentz, Owen Gallatin, and Aiden Dubinsky. The Bulldogs are back at Amsoil Arena on…

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Professional Sports, Sports

PWHL: Former Bulldog Jocelyn Larocque Traded to Ottawa Charge

Larocque played for UMD from 2007-11 where she had 105 points and 56 career assists. 
Isaiah Wiita,

OTTAWA, CA.- Former UMD Bulldog Jocelyne Larocque was traded from the Toronto Sceptres to the Ottawa Charge on Monday. Larocque played for UMD from 2007-11 where she had 105 points and 56 career assists. She was selected second overall by Toronto in the inaugural PWHL draft. Larocque recorded 12 points, one goal and 11 assists in 29 regular season games…

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Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Start 2025 Season On The Road Against Waterloo

The Duluth Huskies released their 2025 schedule on Monday night.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies released their 2025 schedule on Monday night. The Huskies will open up the 2025 season on the road against the Waterloo Bucks on Monday, May 26th. The Huskies home opener is on Friday, May 31st against the Eau Claire Express. The Duluth Huskies finished the 2024 season with a 38-31 record and made the Northwoods…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Closes Out 2024 With Trip to Bemidji

The Bulldogs travel to North Central Minnesota to take on Bemidji State on Tuesday, December 31st.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is back in action this week after their holiday break. The Bulldogs travel to North Central Minnesota to take on Bemidji State on Tuesday, December 31st. The Bulldogs opened up the season against the Beavers where the Bulldogs fell 4-to-3. UMD is looking to break a four-game losing streak. Puck drop for the…

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High School, Sports

Prep Girls Hockey: Duluth Northern Stars Look to Bounce Back Against St. Paul/Two Rivers

The Duluth Northern Stars have won six of their last nine games to reach 6-4-2 at the holiday break.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- After starting the season 0-3, the Duluth Northern Stars have won six of their last nine games to reach 6-4-2 at the holiday break. In the Northern Stars last match, they fell to Grand Rapids/Greenway 6-5. In their first 12 games the Northern Stars average 3 goals per game and have totaled 41 goals on the year. The…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Hockey Wins Heritage Holiday Classic Title Game

The Hunters end the three-day tournament with a 4-2 win over the Wolfpack to claim the Heritage Holiday Classic Title. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld Hunters hosted Park of Cottage Grove in the Heritage Holiday Classic Championship on Saturday. The Hunters end the three-day tournament with a 4-2 win over the Wolfpack to claim the Heritage Holiday Classic Title. Denfeld is back in action on Saturday, January 4th, against Rock Ridge. Puck drop is at 2 p.m. Categories: High School,…

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: Cherry Goes 2-0 in Superior Candy Cane Crossover

The Superior Spartans faced off against the Cherry Tigers in their second game of the tournament. 
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Day two of the Superior Candy Cane Crossover tipped off on Saturday. The Superior Spartans faced off against the Cherry Tigers in their second game of the tournament. The Spartans and Tigers went back and forth all game, but in the end, the Tigers defeated the Spartans 78-68. Cherry is back in action on Saturday, January 4th…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Boys Hockey: Duluth Denfeld to Play in Heritage Holiday Classic Championship, Superior Edged By Park

The Wolfpack and the Hunters will drop the puck at 3:30 PM on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The host team in the Heritage Holiday Classic will get to play for the championship on Saturday. The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team defeated Irondale on Friday in the semifinals, 9 to 2. Nolan Harju had a team-leading three goals in the contest. Denfeld will meet Park, who topped Superior 5 to 1 in the other semifinal. The…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Esko Boys Win Coaches Classic Title, Cherry Remains Perfect, Duluth East Girls Fall

Esko defeated the Hilltoppers 74-53 to claim the Coachers Classic championship.  
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko and Duluth Marshall faced-off in the 44th annual Coaches Classic championship game on Friday. The host team ended up taking home the top prize as Esko defeated the Hilltoppers 74-53. Esko’s next game is on Friday, January 3rd against Blake. Tip-off is at 7:15 p.m. For the Hilltoppers, their next game is on Saturday, January 4th against…

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High School, Sports

Boys Hockey: Hermantown Bounces Back, Superior & Denfeld Earn Holiday Tourney Wins, North Shore Falls

Both the Heritage Holiday Classic and Bill McGann Classic wrap up on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- For the second time this season, the Hermantown boys hockey team bounced back after a loss. The Hawks protected their home ice, defeating Delano 3-0 on Thursday. Hermantown outshot Delano 39 to 27. The Hawks will next play at White Bear Lake on Saturday. In other boys hockey action, it was day one of the Heritage Holiday Classic….

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High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Duluth Marshall & Esko Claim Spots in Coaches Classic Championship

The Hilltoppers and Esko will face-off in the championship game on Friday, December 27th. 
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The 44th annual Coaches Classic tipped off on Thursday night in Esko. In the first game of the tournament, Duluth Marshall faced Hinckley-Finlayson in the semifinals. The Hilltoppers advance to the championship game with an 87-56 win over the Jaguars. On the other side of the bracket, Esko faced East Central in another semifinal contest. Esko defeated the…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Team Ranked 12th in the National Polls After 2024 Season

UWS ranked 12th in the United Soccer Coaches Top 25 NCAA Division III National poll.
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s soccer team is ranked 12th in the United Soccer Coaches Top 25 NCAA Division III National poll. The Yellowjackets had a historic season, winning their eighth consecutive UMAC Championship and made a deep run in the national tournament. The Jackets made it to the sweet sixteen for the first time in program history, where they…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Tight End Sam Pitz & Offensive Lineman Aiden Williams Named to Don Hansen All-American Team

The Bulldogs finished the 2024 season 7-4.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- University of Minnesota Duluth football stars earning more honors for their 2024 campaign on Saturday, December 21st. UMD Tight End Sam Pitz and Offensive Lineman Aiden Williams were named to the Don Hansen All-American Team, both taking home honorable mentions. It’s the second consecutive season that Pitz has earned this honor. He recorded 33 receptions for 360 yards…

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College, Sports

Gophers Safety Koi Perich Named to “Sporting News” All-American Second Team

The Golden Gophers finished the regular season with a 7-5 record.
Isaiah Wiita,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- In college football, Esko native Koi Perich was named All-American second team by The Sporting News on Monday, December 18th. Perich also earned First team All-Big Ten honors on defense with 42 total tackles, 5 interceptions, and 1 forced fumble on the year. The Golden Gophers finished the regular season with a 7-5 record. Minnesota’s season isn’t done…

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High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: Denfeld Boys Top Duluth East & Superior Girls Earn Third Consecutive Win

The Hunters take down their rivals 2-1 in overtime to earn their third win of the season. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- In prep boys hockey, the Duluth Denfeld Hunters and the Duluth East Greyhounds squared off on Saturday. The Hunters took down their rivals 2-1 in overtime to earn their third win of the season. Denfeld is back in action on Thursday, December 26h against Anoka. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For the Greyhounds, their next game is…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Cloquet Boys, Proctor & Hermantown Girls All Earn Wins

Both the Cloquet boys and Hermantown girls extended their respective win streaks.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet boys basketball team continued their winning ways on Friday, defeating Hibbing 100 to 68. The Lumberjacks are back in action on Friday, December 27th against Cromwell-Wright. Tip-off is at 4:30 p.m. For the Bluejackets, their next game is on Friday, December 27th against Watertown-Mayer. Game time is at 4:30 p.m. Over on the girls side, the…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Plays of the Week, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 12/20

At number one, some nice puck handling by C-E-C's Grady Knutson leads to a goal in front of the net.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the hardwood and on the ice. At number two, Denfeld’s Lee Brooks saves the ball from going out of bounds. That leads to Nathan LaPlante putting the ball up for two. At number one, some nice puck handling by C-E-C’s Grady Knutson leads to a goal in front of the…

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: C-E-C Blanks Defending Class A State Champs, Denfeld Spoils Randolph’s Return

Lumberjacks improve to 7-0 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.-The Cloquet/Esko/Carlton boys hockey team hosted the defending section A state champions St. Cloud Cathedral on Thursday. The Lumberjacks take down the defending state champs 5-0, improving to 7-0 on the year. C-E-C is back in action on Saturday, December 21st hosting St. Michael-Albertville. Puck is at 3 p.m. Over at the Heritage Center, the Duluth Denfeld Hunters hosted…

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