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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Coach Justin Wieck Inks Four-Year Contract Extension

Since taking over in 2018, Wieck has a record of 142-58, which includes three NCAA tournament berths and four tournament wins.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD men’s basketball head coach Justin Wieck is staying put. On Monday, the college announced that they and Wieck have agreed to a four-year contract extension. Since taking over in 2018, Wieck has a record of 142-58, which includes three NCAA tournament berths and four tournament wins. He’s also coached three all-americans, two NSIC players of the year,…

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College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Defenseman Owen Gallatin Joins Fort Wayne Komets of ECHL

In Gallatin's final year as a Bulldog, he had four goals and 11 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD defenseman Owen Gallatin is making the jump to the pros. Gallatin and the Fort Wayne Komets agreed to an amateur try-out this past week. The Komets are the ECHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers. In Gallatin’s final year as a Bulldog, he had four goals and 11 assists. He’s already skated in two games for the Komets…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

CSS Football Welcomes CJ Butt to Coaching Staff

Before joining the Saints, Butt was a defensive backs coach at Drake University from 2022-2023.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS football team has added a new coach to their roster. The Saints hired CJ Butt as an assistant head coach and defensive coordinator for the 2025 season. Before joining the Saints, Butt was a defensive backs coach at Drake University from 2022-2023. During his time with the Bulldogs, he helped lead the team to back-to-back Pioneer…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 3/28

This week's top play of the week comes from the diamond. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play of the week comes from the diamond. At number one St. Scholastica’s Jake Schelonka hits a two-run home run into right field against Bethel. The Saints and the Royals split in their doubleheader on Wednesday. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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

Jobst-Smith & Karlsson Named to 2025 IIHF Women’s World Championship Roster for Their Respective National Teams

The IIHF Women's World Championship tournament begins on April 9th in Czechia.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD hockey team will represent the 2025 IIHF Women’s World Championship well, as two more Bulldogs were selected to play in the tournament. Fifth-year senior Nina Jobst-Smith and Sophomore Ida Karlsson will play for their respective national teams. Jobst-Smith will represent team Germany for the fifth consecutive year. Jobst-Smith recorded three goals and 15 assists on the…

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

UMD Infielder Nicole Schmitt Named to NFCA DII Player & Pitcher of the Year Watchlist

Schmitt's has been named to this watchlist for the second consecutive year.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD softball infielder Nicole Schmitt was named to the 2025 NFCA DII Player and Pitcher of the Year Watchlist on Thursday. Schmitt is one of 116 players selected for this watchlist. Schmitt’s has been named to this watchlist for the second consecutive year. The UMD infielder has a batting percentage of .476 on the season and leads the…

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College, Sports

CSS Baseball Earns Split in Home Opener Against Bethel

CSS is back in action on Tuesday, April 1st against Gustavus Adolphus college.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica baseball team held their home opener on Thursday, as CSS welcomed in Bethel. The Saints earned the doubleheader split against the Royals as the Saints took game one 6 to 5. The Royals took game two 7 to 3. CSS is back in action on Tuesday, April 1st, against Gustavus Adolphus College. First pitch is…

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College, Sports

UWS Baseball Remains Perfect in UMAC Conference Play

The Yellowjackets improve to 6-0 in conference play.
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team hosted Martin Luther in a doubleheader on Thursday. The Yellowjackets remain perfect in UMAC conference play as they swept the Knights, winning game one 9 to 4 and game two 14 to 5. The Yellowjackets are back in action on Saturday, April 5th against Crown. First pitch is at 1 p.m. Categories: College, Sports

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Northern Star, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Northern Star: Nicole Schmitt

Schmitt leads the team in home runs with 10.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team enters the 2025 season with a young squad, with only two seniors on the team. One of the two seniors is infielder Nicole Schmitt who has been making plays in the field and at the plate for the Bulldogs. ” She’s fantastic, just a gifted hitter. Very high standards for herself. There is an…

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College, Sports

College Basketball: Former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk Taryn Hamling Enters Transfer Portal

In her two years with the Bison Hamling played in 30 games and had a field goal percentage of 36%.
Isaiah Wiita,

FARGO, N.D- Former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk Taryn Hamling has entered the transfer portal after spending two seasons with NDSU. In her two years with the Bison Hamling played in 30 games and had a field goal percentage of 36 percent and averaged 7.4 points per game. The Bison are currently 20 and 11 and looking to make a WNIT postseason push….

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Defends Their Home Field to Pick Up First NSIC Conference Win

The Bulldogs improve to 22-10 on the season. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team hosted Bemidji State on Wednesday afternoon. The Bulldogs took both games in the doubleheader as they defeated the Beavers 6 to 3 in game one and 4 to 1 in game two. The Bulldogs improve to 22-10 on the season. UMD is back in action on Friday, March 28th, in a doubleheader against Wayne…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Welcomes in Bemidji State in Search of First NSIC Conference Win

The Bulldogs have recorded 20 wins at the halfway point of their season.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team has started their season out on a high note. The Bulldogs have recorded 20 wins at the halfway point of their season. After kicking off NSIC conference play last week the Bulldogs are still in search of their first conference win. UMD dropped both games of their doubleheader last week to Winona State in…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown Native Blake Biondi Signs with the Chicago Wolves in the AHL

The Hermantown native last played for the Bulldogs in the 2023-24 season, where he earned 19 points for UMD.
Isaiah Wiita,

CHICAGO, Illinois. – Hermantown native and former UMD Bulldog Blake Biondi has signed an ATO contract with the Chicago Wolves in the AHL. Biondi suited up for Notre Dame last season, where he recorded 12 goals and 15 assists on the year. The Hermantown native last played for the Bulldogs in the 2023-24 season, where he earned 19 points for…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Goalie Eve Gascon Named CCM/AHCA First Team All-American

Gascon is the fourth Bulldog goaltender to be named an All-American.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD sophomore goaltender Eve Gascon was named a first team CCM/AHCA women’s Division I All-American on Saturday. Gascon is the fourth Bulldog goaltender to be named an All-American. The native from Mascouche, Quebec averaged 29.8 saves per game this season and is a finalist for the HCA National Women’s Goalie of the Year. Gascon finished the season with a…

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

Gascon Named to Canada’s 2025 IIHF World Championship Roster

Gascon isn't the only player with Bulldog ties as former UMD defender Jocelyne Larocque is also on the team.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A current Bulldog will soon suit up for Team Canada at the 2025 IIHF Women’s World Championship. Goaltender Eve Gascon is one of 25 players that will represent the Great White North. She isn’t the only player with Bulldog ties as former UMD defender Jocelyne Larocque is also on the team. Canada will be looking for their 4th…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 3/21

At number one, Northland's Caden Willis flashes the leather out in center field as he robs a UWS hitter of extra bases.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from on the diamond. At number one, Northland’s Caden Willis flashes the leather out in center field as he robs a UWS hitter of extra bases. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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UW-Superior Baseball Completes Three-Game Sweep of Northland

UWS improves to 8-9 and will next play at St. Mary's on Tuesday.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior baseball team broke out the brooms against Northland College on Friday. The Yellowjackets took game one 13 to 1 and game two 13 to 3. Superior’s power was on display as they clubbed a total of four home runs in the two games. UWS improves to 8-9 and will next play at St. Mary’s on Tuesday….

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

Winona State Spoils UMD Softball’s Home Opener with Doubleheader Sweep

UMD falls to 20-10 on the year and will next host Bemidji State on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team returned to Malosky Stadium on Friday to play two against Winona State. Unfortunately, the Warriors were able to get the best of the Bulldogs as they took both games, 8 to 6 and 13 to 2. UMD falls to 20-10 on the year and will next host Bemidji State on Wednesday. First pitch is…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

No. 9 Seed Indiana Gets Opening NCAA Win Over Kneepkens & No. 8 Seed Utah

Gianna Kneepkens led Utah with 24 points, including a four-point play in the fourth quarter.
The Associated Press,

Yarden Garzon scored 17 points and Shay Ciezki added 16 as No. 9 seed Indiana won its opener for a sixth straight NCAA Tournament with a 76-68 victory over eighth-seeded Utah. The Hoosiers reward for another 20-win season is a likely a matchup with the Birmingham 2 Region’s top seed in South Carolina — the defending national champions. The Gamecocks…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Caitlin Kraemer Named 2025 Julie Chu Rookie of the Year

Kraemer is the first-ever Bulldog to win the award.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD freshman forward Caitlin Kraemer has capped off her debut season with some hardware. On Thursday, Kraemer was named the 2025 Julie Chu Rookie of the Year. The Waterloo, Ontario native led all freshman nationally with 18 goals. Kraemer is the first-ever Bulldog to win the award. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Graduate Forward Joe Molenaar Wins NCHC Sportsmanship Award

It's the second straight year a Bulldog has taken home the award.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD graduate forward Joe Molenaar won the NCHC Sportsmanship Award on Thursday. In his lone season as a Bulldog, he tallied three goals and three assists. Molenaar also blocked 25 shots. It’s the second straight year a Bulldog has taken home the award. Molenaar is also the 5th Bulldog in program history to earn the honor. Categories: College,…

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College, Sports

Duluth FC Falls to Forward Madison FC for 2nd Straight Year in U.S. Open Cup

Mario Fernandez had the lone goal for Duluth in the 64th minute.
Neil Vierzba,

MADISON, Wis.- Duluth FC met up with Forward Madison FC for the 2nd straight year in the U.S. Open Cup on Thursday. Like last season, the Flamingos came away with the win, defeating the BlueGreens 5 to 1. Mario Fernandez had the lone goal for Duluth in the 64th minute. Duluth FC will next be in action in May when…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Kicks Off Spring Ball with First Practice

The Bulldogs will have 14 full squad practices and will wrap up their spring slate with a scrimmage at Northern Michigan on April 12th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Thursday, the UMD football team held practice number one of the spring. The Bulldogs will have 14 full squad practices and will wrap up their spring slate with a scrimmage at Northern Michigan on April 12th. The contest against the Wildcats will be the first-ever spring game on the road for the Bulldogs. Head Coach Curt Wiese…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Baseball Blanks Northland in Return to the Twin Ports

Ben Welle tossed a complete game shutout to lead the Yellowjackets over the Lumberjacks 5-0.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the UW-Superior and Northland college baseball teams had their first local game of the spring on Thursday. Ben Welle tossed a complete game shutout to lead the Yellowjackets over the Lumberjacks 5-0. Offensively, Trey Sybrant went two for three at the dish with two runs batted in to lead Superior. UWS improves to 6-9 and will once…

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College, Sports

Wisconsin Back in March Madness Win Column, 85-66 Over Montana

Greg Gard’s team will try to make the Sweet 16 for the first time in eight years with a game against either VCU or BYU in the East Region.
The Associated Press,

DENVER (AP) — Wisconsin backup forward Carter Gilmore made a sweet 3, then turned to the Montana fans and signaled for them to “shhhh.” Back on defense, he took a charge from one Montana player, then altered another’s shot. By the time Gilmore’s flurry was over Thursday, the game pretty much was, too. The Badgers pulled away for their first…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Defenseman Will Francis Signs with San Diego Gulls

The Ducks organization selected Francis in the 6th round of the 2019 NHL Draft.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A current Bulldog is making the jump to the pros. In his end of the year presser Wednesday morning, Head Coach Scott Sandelin announced that defenseman Will Francis has signed with the San Diego Gulls of the AHL. Francis, who’s had three bouts with cancer during his time at UMD, skated in 39 games and tallied one assist…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Schuler Proud of First Year as UMD Head Women’s Hockey Coach

The Bulldogs went 22-15-2 and made a national tournament appearance.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 2024-2025 UMD hockey season is officially in the books. And what a year it was for the women’s squad. A 22-15-2 overall record, which included their 5th straight and 16th overall national tournament appearance. There was also some breakout performances from forward Caitlin Kraemer and goaltender Eve Gascon, who both came away with some WCHA hardware. Head…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Looks to Future After 2024-2025 Season Wraps Up

The Bulldogs will look to replace six seniors, including captain Dominic James.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team showed promise with spurts throughout the season. That included wins against ranked opponents such as Arizona State and Denver. But the team eventually settled for a 13-20-3 record with a first round NCHC loss to the Sun Devils this past weekend. The Bulldogs boasted some young talent this year with Max Plante, Jayson…

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College, Sports

Pazo Set to Lead Duluth FC Into U.S. Open Cup Play Against Forward Madison FC

It's the 2nd straight year that Duluth FC and Forward Madison FC have played one another in the U.S. Open Cup.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Duluth FC will usher in a new era later this week as they’ll play in their first game under new head coach Thomas Pazo. But their first game isn’t just any ordinary game. It’s a U.S. Open cup game. The BlueGreens will travel to play Forward Madison FC for the 2nd straight year. Madison was able to get…

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College, Sports

Superior City FC II Rejoins WPASL Conference After Leaving League in 2024

Superior played in the UPSL D1 conference last summer.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Wolfpack, also known as Superior City FC II, are set to rejoin the WPASL this upcoming summer. The team originally left the WPASL back in the summer of 2024 to play in the UPSL division one conference. It’s a homecoming of sorts as they were in the WPASL for five years before that. The Wolfpack are…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Announces Three Coaching Changes for Upcoming Season

UMD is coming off a 7-4 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team announced some coaching changes for the upcoming season. Former assistant defensive line coach Dalton Creighton is the team’s new tight ends coach. UMD also brought on Jalen Bethany as the new cornerback coach and Jacob Lytton as the team’s running backs coach. Bethany most recently was with Explosion Flight Academy, where he was an…

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College, Sports

Former Duluth Marshall Hilltopper Danica Mark Enters Transfer Portal

Mark has spent the last two seasons at Union College.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth native is searching for her next team. Current Union and former Duluth Marshall forward Danica Mark has entered the portal. She’s spent the last two seasons suiting up for the Chargers. Mark played in just nine games in 2024 and 2025 She had totals of one goal and two assists. In her final season at Duluth…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Adds Cornell Defender Ashley Messier Via Transfer Portal

In 34 games this season, Messier's tallied seven goals and 13 assists for a total of 20 points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The transfer portal in women’s hockey is officially open and the UMD Bulldogs have already added a player for next season. Cornell defender Ashley Messier has joined UMD. She’s spent the last four years playing for the Big Red. In 34 games this season, she’s tallied seven goals and 13 assists for a total of 20 points. Messier…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Beseth & Boone Earn All-American Honors at NCAA Championships

It's the 2nd time in Beseth's career that he's been named an All-American.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica indoor track and field team had three individuals compete in the national championships over the weekend. Two of which ending up earning All-American honors for their performances. Thrower Trent Beseth finished 2nd in the shot put with a personal and school record of 18.30 meters. It’s the 2nd time in his career he’s been named…

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Schelonka Tallies 200th Career Hit & Earns MIAC Player of the Week Honors

Schelonka is 10th Saint in program history to reach 200 career hits.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica graduate utilityman Jake Schelonka was named the MIAC Player of the Week. The Sartell native went 12 for 26 at the plate with three extra base hits and three runs batted in. He also collected his 200th career hit, becoming the 10th Saints player in program history to accomplish that feat. St. Scholastica’s home opener is…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Falls in OT Against #12 Arizona State in NCHC Playoffs

The Bulldogs finished the season 13-20-3. 
Isaiah Wiita,

TEMPE, Arizona. – The UMD men’s hockey team faced elimination on Saturday, as the Bulldogs faced-off against Arizona State in game two of their NCHC playoff series. UMD started the game out hot, as they scored three unanswered goals in the first period. The Bulldogs led 3-0 after the first. But the Sun Devils battled back as they tied things…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#6 UMD Women’s Hockey Eliminated from NCAA Tournament After Falling 1-0 to #3 Cornell

The Bulldogs finished the season 22-15-2.  
Isaiah Wiita,

ITHACA, New York. – The UMD women’s hockey team faced-off against Cornell in the Regional Final round of the NCAA tournament. After two scoreless periods, Cornell scored midway through the third to take a 1-0 lead. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs couldn’t find the back of the net as they fell 1 to 0 ending their tournament run. The Bulldogs finished the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Erupts for Six Goals in 1st Round Rout Over Sacred Heart

The Bulldogs will next face Cornell on Saturday in the regional final. Puck drop is at 3 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

ITHACA, N.Y.- The UMD women’s hockey team made their 16th national tournament appearance in program history on Thursday. And the Bulldogs celebrated in style as they erupted for a program record six goals in the 1st round, defeating Sacred Heart 6 to 1. UMD was led by Danielle Burgen and Olivia Mobley, who each had two goals in the win….

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Three UMD Men’s Hockey Players Named Finalists for NCHC Conference Honors

The winners will be announced on Thursday, March 20th. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team wrapped up their regular season last weekend. Three UMD Bulldogs are named finalists for NCHC end of the year honors. Freshman forward Max Plante, was named a finalist for NCHC Rookie of the Year. Plante played in 21 games and recorded 23 points and 7 goals in his first year with UMD. On…

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Minnesota Fires Coach Ben Johnson After 4 Seasons at Alma Mater with 56-71 Record

Minnesota went 56-71 under Johnson, including 22-57 in league play.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota fired coach Ben Johnson on Thursday after four years of repeatedly rebuilding rosters at his alma mater without coming close to an NCAA Tournament appearance, which has become a fleeting accomplishment for a program that has fallen behind in the rugged and expanded Big Ten. Johnson had two seasons remaining on his contract, which calls for…

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College, Northern Star, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Northern Star: UMD Women’s Hockey

The Bulldogs finished the regular season with a 21-14-2 record and earned their fifth-straight NCAA tournament appearance.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey program continues to compete at a high level in the WCHA and the NCAA. All under a new head coach at the helm in Laura Schuler. But this isn’t the first time Schuler has been apart of the UMD coaching staff. As she was an assistant coach from 2008 to 2015 and helped the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey to Open Up NCHC Tournament Play at Arizona State

In their most recent series against Arizona State in February, UMD won one game 3 to 2 and tied the other, 3-3.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team will open up NCHC tournament play when they pay the 12th ranked Arizona State Sun Devils a visit this upcoming weekend. A team that the Bulldogs played very close in the regular season. Four meetings that were determined by two goals or less. In their most recent series in February, UMD won one…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior’s Kogawa & McKenna Earn WIAC Accolades

UWS had seven players also named to the conference teams.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The WIAC hockey postseason awards were announced on Tuesday. UW-Superior’s Ikki Kogawa is the WIAC Newcomer of the Year after posting seven goals and 12 assists in his debut season. His head coach, Rich McKenna also earned a conference honor as he was named WIAC Coach of the Year. McKenna led the Yellowjackets to a 19-5-3 record, which…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Max Plante Named to NCHC All-Rookie Team, Ending Five-Year Drought for Bulldogs

Defenseman Wyatt Kaiser was the last Bulldog to be named the team in the 2020-2021 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team had a player land on the NCHC All-Rookie team for the first time in five seasons. Hermantown native Max Plante earned the honor after he led all NCHC rookies with 21 points in conference play. Plante, who only played in 20 conference games, had seven goals and 14 assists. Defenseman Wyatt Kaiser was…

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High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Kade Kohanski Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey

Kohanski last skated for Hermantown in the 2022-2023 season, posting 15 goals and 19 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown to UMD pipeline is still going strong. Over the weekend, forward Kade Kohanski was the latest former Hawk to announce his commitment to the Bulldogs. He last skated for Hermantown in the 2022-2023 season, posting 15 goals and 19 assists. Since his time with the Hawks, he’s had stints with the Bismarck Bobcats in the NAHL…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Back in the NCAA Tournament for Fifth-Straight Season

This is the program's 16th NCAA tournament appearance.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team punched their ticket to the NCAA tournament for the fifth-straight season. The Bulldogs learned who their first-round opponent is on Sunday. UMD will travel to the East Coast to take on Sacred Heart University in the Regional semifinal round. The Bulldogs posted a record of 21-14-2 on the season and earned a spot…

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

#1 Wisconsin Skates Past #6 UMD Women’s Hockey in WCHA Final Face-Off

UMD will find out their NCAA National Tournament opponent on Sunday, March 9th. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The WCHA final face-off took place at Amsoil Arena on Friday afternoon. The Bulldogs faced off against the Wisconsin Badgers with a trip the WCHA Championship game on the line. UMD and Wisconsin exchanged goals in the first period, but Wisconsin breaks through in the end as they defeat the Bulldogs 3 to 1. Scoring the lone goal…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UWS Women’s Hoops Falls in Opening Round of NCAA Tournament

UWS finishes the season with a 17-11 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

MENOMONIE, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s basketball team played in their first national tournament since the 2017-2018 season on Friday. Unfortunately, their stint at the tourney was short lived as they fell to Whitman in the opening round, 77 to 54. The Yellowjackets were led by Chloe Peterson, who had 15 points in the contest. UWS finishes the season with a…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Trio of UMD Women’s Hockey Standouts Take Home WCHA End of Year Honors

The final face-off takes place this weekend in Duluth.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The WCHA awards were announced on Thursday night, No surprise for Rookie of the Year as that belongs to UMD forward Caitlin Kraemer. Kraemer has 18 goals so far in her debut season. Another well deserved honor goes to Eve Gascon, who was named the Goalie of the Year. She’s averaging 30 and a half saves per game….

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Carson Soucy Traded From Canucks to Rangers

Soucy has so far tallied 10 points in 59 games for Vancouver this season.
Neil Vierzba,

NEW YORK, N.Y.- A former Bulldog has been traded just days before the NHL trade deadline. On Thursday, the Canucks dealt defenseman Carson Soucy to the Rangers for a 3rd round pick in this year’s draft. Soucy has so far tallied 10 points in 59 games for Vancouver this season. He was in the 2nd year of a three-year, three-million…