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Uws Soccer
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UWS Men’s & Women’s Soccer Picked 1st in UMAC Preseason Poll

The men are looking for their 8th straight conference title. The women are aiming for their third.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The preseason polls were released for the UMAC conference on Wednesday. No surprise on the women’s side, as UWS was selected as the favorite to win their 3rd straight UMAC conference title this season. The Yellowjackets received 49 points, which placed them ahead of Northwestern by nine points. Bethany Lutheran would round out the top three with 39….

Umd Football
College, Sports

UMD Opening Season Against Unfamiliar Opponent

Haven't faced Northern Michigan in 25 years
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team is inching closer to kicking off the 2023 season against Northern Michigan. If it’s anything like their last three seasons, the Bulldogs will enter the weekend 1-0. It’s been 25 years since UMD faced off against Northern Michigan, who went 4-7 last year and now have a new head coach. With this being the…

Uws Baseball Prospect Camp
College, Sports

UWS Baseball Coaches High School Players at Prospect Camp

Yellowjackets preparing for fall training
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Many high school baseball players aspire to play in college, but that takes a lot of hard work and commitment to the sport. Enter the UW-Superior baseball coaches, who are eager to help young recruits prepare for college competition this offseason. On Sunday, the UWS baseball team hosted its second annual Prospect Camp, where high school players were…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Chelsea Meierotto

In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with St. Scholastica head volleyball coach, Chelsea Meierotto.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with St. Scholastica head volleyball coach, Chelsea Meierotto. Meierotto is entering her first season as head coach of the Saints. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Martin
College, Professional Sports, Sports

Former UWS Forward Jordan Martin Signs with Indy Fuel

The former Yellowjacket called Superior home from 2018 to 2022. He collected 55 total points for UWS.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A former UWS forward is gearing up for his 3rd season in the pros. And he’ll be doing so with a new team. Jordan Martin signed with the Indy Fuel of the ECHL on Thursday. He split last season with Iowa and Toledo, tallying three points. Martin also played for the Birmingham Bulls of the SPHL, where he…

Uws W Soccer
College, Sports

UW-Superior Women’s Soccer Hungry for 3rd Straight UMAC Title

UWS kicks off their season September 1st at Gustavus Adolphus.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The road to a three peat in the UMAC began this week for the UWS women’s soccer team. The Yellowjackets haven’t had much change this off-season. The team saw one player graduate with seven new faces sprinkled in with the rest of an experienced core. Head Coach Allison DeGroot says it’s been nice picking up where they left…

Shanks
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Assistant Coach Carson Shanks Joins New York Knicks Staff

Shanks was on the Bulldog coaching staff from 2019 to 2021.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD men’s basketball assistant coach Carson Shanks continues to climb up the ranks in the NBA. Shanks will be joining the New York Knicks as an assistant video coordinator this upcoming season. He spent the past two years with the Milwaukee Bucks as a player development coach and video assistant. Shanks was on the Bulldog coaching staff…

Umd Volleyball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Ranked #8 in AVCA Preseason Poll

UMD opens up their season September 1st against Adelphi.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Bulldog volleyball team will enter the season ranked 8th in the nation after the AVCA preseason poll came out on Tuesday morning. UMD has been ranked in the top 10 in the preseason 15 times in the last 17 seasons. The Bulldogs finished last year ranked 7th after making it to the 2nd round of the NCAA…

Umd Soccer
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Soccer Names Sidney Burrell as New Assistant Coach

Burrell joins the Bulldog coaching staff after spending last year with Colorado State University Pueblo.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD soccer has a new assistant coach. Sidney Burrell joins the Bulldog coaching staff after spending last year with Colorado State University Pueblo. She has previous ties to the NSIC conference as she was a graduate assistant for Concordia-St. Paul for two seasons. Burrell also played her college ball in the division, suiting up for UMary. Categories: College,…

Uws Soccer
College, Sports

UWS Soccer to Seek Seventh-Straight UMAC Title

Lost in first round of NCAA Division III Tournament in 2022
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s soccer team has instilled a tradition of excellence within their program, winning the UMAC Championship six years in a row. With their season opener less than two weeks away, the Yellowjackets are confident they can win a seventh-straight conference title. Last year, UWS had their season end in the first round of the Division III…

Css Volleyball
College, Sports

CSS Volleyball Begins New Era Under Head Coach Chelsea Meierotto

The Saints open the season September 1st against Lawrence University at the SMU Sugar Loaf Classic.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s a new era for the St. Scholastica volleyball team as Chelsea Meierotto takes over for Dana Moore, who retired after 26 seasons leading the Saints. Meierotto is in his first week of practice as head coach of CSS. She comes from Northland College in Ashland, where she coached the Lumberjills the last four seasons. New is a…

Francis
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Defenseman Will Francis’ Cancer Returns, Says Plan is to Return to Hockey in January

In two years at UMD, Francis has played in 33 games and recorded one assist.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Some unfortunate hockey news as UMD junior defenseman Will Francis has announced his cancer has returned and he will miss the first half of the 2023-2024 season for treatments. In a statement, Francis said he is disapointed and shocked at the news but ended it by saying he’s determined to make a return in January. In two years…

Umd Cross Country
College, Sports

UMD Cross Country Enters Season With Experience

Coaches poll places Bulldogs at fourth in NSIC
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- With the fall sports season quickly approaching, both of UMD’s cross country teams have laced up their sneakers as they chase their first conference team championship in over 20 years. In last week’s NSIC Coaches poll, both the Bulldogs’ men’s and women’s cross country teams were selected to finish fourth in the conference. Head Coach Brette Jensen is…

Jackie Jares Umd Soccer
College, Sports

UMD’s Jares Embracing Leadership Role

Led Bulldogs in goals, points in 2022
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD soccer team still has plenty of time to prepare for the regular season as they look to improve from last season after missing the playoffs. One of the Bulldogs’ top players in 2022 will be back on the pitch with an increased role in the locker room. Jackie Jares led UMD in points with four goals…

Css Football
College, Sports

Youth Movement No More as CSS Football Enters Year 3 in MIAC Conference

The Saints open the season September 9th at Rockford University.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Thursday afternoon the St. Scholastica football team held their first practice of the season. After getting their first win in the MIAC conference last year, St. Scholastica preps for their 3rd full season in the division. Different from those first two years are a number of upper classman. CSS has 20 juniors and 4 seniors returning to…

Carlson
College, High School, Sports

Proctor’s Hope Carlson to Play College Hoops at St. Scholastica

Carlson averaged 19 points, seven rebounds, and three assists per game last season.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- A Proctor girls basketball standout won’t have to go far for her next team. Forward Hope Carlson announced that she will suit up for the College of Scholastica this upcoming season. Just last season, Carlson was a Class AA All-State honorable mention. She averaged 19 points, seven rebounds, and three assists per game. Categories: College, High School, Sports

Pryde
College, Professional Sports, Sports

CSS & Duluth FC Defender Ken Pryde Signs Pro Deal in Philippines

In four years for the Saints, Pryde tallied 12 goals and two assists in 69 games of action.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former St. Scholastica and Duluth FC defender is heading to the pros. Ken Pryde has signed a deal with Stallion Laguna FC in the Philipines Football League. In four years for the Saints, Pryde tallied 12 goals and two assists in 69 games of action. He also earned all-conference honors in three of the four seasons. Categories:…

Kask
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Names Alum Jason Kask as New Head Nordic Skiing Coach

Kask is the 3rd head coach in program history.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica has a new head coach and he’s an alum of the university. On Tuesday, the school hired Jason Kask as the team’s nordic skiing head coach. Kask was a member of the nordic skiing and cross country teams at CSS from 2004 to 2008. Upon graduation, he became the owner of Superior performance. Kask is the…

Mcmahon
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Captain Mannon McMahon Named to U.S. Collegiate Select Women’s Team

McMahon will get her first action in the red, white, and blue on Wednesday when they face Canada in a three-game series.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Current UMD women’s hockey captain Mannon McMahon was named to the U.S. Collegiate Select Women’s Team on Saturday. McMahon will get her first action in the red, white, and blue on Wednesday when they face Canada in a three-game series. McMahon posted 10 goals and 19 assists just this past season with the Bulldogs. Categories: College, Sports, University…

Umd Soccer 8 14
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Soccer Eager to Build off Last Season’s Success

Missed 2022 Playoffs despite winning record
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The University of Minnesota-Duluth Bulldogs soccer team has returned to the pitch ahead of their August 31 season opener. Despite finishing with a winning record for the first time since 2017, UMD failed to reach the playoffs. Head Coach Greg Cane believes his team has the tools to make a postseason run this fall, but he also identified…

Umd Volleyball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Fresh Off First NCAA Tournament Berth Since 2019, UMD Volleyball Ready to Run It Back with 6 Starters

The UMD volleyball team had a season to remember in 2022, making their first NCAA tournament since 2019.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team had a season to remember in 2022, making their first NCAA tournament since 2019. But, like each team every year they started over on Monday with their first practices of the season. There weren’t too many nametags on at the first practice. Because UMD will return six of their seven starters from a year…

Css Baseball
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Baseball Adds Seth Betts to Coaching Staff

He reunites with CSS Head Coach Brooks Repking, as the two were teammates in 2018.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica baseball team added to their coaching staff on Thursday. Seth Betts has been named the new Director of Player Development and Assistant Head Coach. He most recently was the Director of Baseball and Director of Hitting at Starters Sports Training in Burnsville. Betts played collegiately at Crown College, where he was the UMAC Player of…

Grace Kirk
College, High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Alum Grace Kirk Hosts First-Ever Girls Basketball Camp

The camp wasn't all basketball as Kirk led a talking session on self-determination, self-worth, and voice for young women.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Marshall alum Grace Kirk has gone on to do big things since her Hilltopper career ended in 2020. Now a senior guard at Brown University, Kirk made her return to the Duluth community to give back with her first-ever girls basketball camp. Nearly a dozen local athletes grades 8 through 12 were on hand to receive instructions…

Umd Volleyball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Lands at #3 in NSIC Poll, Gordon Named Player to Watch

The Bulldogs are coming off a season in which they made their first national tournament since 2019.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC preseason coaches poll was released on Wednesday morning. Coming in at number three was UMD with 165 points. Just ahead of them was Wayne State at number two and Concordia-St. Paul at number one. On the players to watch list is 5th year senior Madison Gordon. Gordon recorded career-highs in assists, kills, and points last year….

Laderoute
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Captain Tanner Laderoute Re-Signs with Wheeling Nailers of ECHL

The UMD captain would suit up in 11 games for the Nailers last season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Last season, Tanner Laderoute split time with UMD and the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL. Now, he’ll enter his first full season as a pro with the same team that gave him his first opportunity. Laderoute is staying in Wheeling on a one-year deal. The UMD captain would suit up in 11 games for the Nailers. He would…

Daschke
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Defenseman Derek Daschke Joins Abbotsford Canucks

Daschke most recently played for the Toledo Walleye in the ECHL.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD Defenseman Derek Daschke will play for the Abbotsford Canucks in the AHL this upcoming season. After his lone season with UMD in which he totaled 16 points, Daschke played for the Toledo Walleye in the ECHL. He would also have one goal and six assists in the games he skated. Daschke would tack on two more…

Umd Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Aims to Get Back to Playing the Standard in 2023 Season

UMD's first regular season game is at home on August 31st against Northern Michigan.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team is coming off an 8-3 season just a year ago. Which on paper looks pretty good. But as the Bulldogs hit the practice field this afternoon for the first time this season, they were adamant that that’s not the standard. 105 players make up the 2023 camp roster. Which consist of a mixture of…

Stalock
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Goaltender Alex Stalock Joins Ducks On One-Year Contract

This upcoming year will be Stalock's 12th in the league.
Neil Vierzba,

ANAHEIM, C.A.- A former UMD goaltender has found a new NHL team. Alex Stalock and the Anaheim Ducks agreed to a one-year contract through the 2023-2024 season. Stalock comes from the Chicago Blackhawks, where he had 24 starts last season. He went 9-15-2 with two shutouts in those games. Anaheim will be the 4th NHL team for Stalock. He’s previously…

Lofstrom
College, High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Forward Jessika Lofstrom to Play College Hoops at Jamestown

Just this past season, Lofstrom averaged 16 points per game and helped lead Rapids to their 3rd consecutive state tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Grand Rapids standout Jessika Lofstrom has announced her college commitment. Over the weekend, Lofstrom said on her personal twitter page she intends to suit up for the University of Jamestown, once her time with the Thunderhawks comes to an end. Just this past season, she averaged 16 points per game and helped lead Rapids to their 3rd…

Umd Mhky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey to Face Northeastern University at Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off

The game will take place at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team had an addition to their schedule earlier this week. The Bulldogs will face Northeastern University on December 28th at the home of the Milwaukee Bucks, the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. The semifinal game is a part of the Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off. UMD is one of four teams scheduled to play at the…

Ojile
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Vikings Waive Former UMD Tight End & Captain Zach Ojile

Ojile signed with the Vikings on May 15th as an undrafted free agent.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- After almost three months of being on the Vikings roster, Zach Ojile’s dream of playing for his hometown team has come to an end for now. The former UMD tight end was waived by Minnesota on Friday after the team signed XFL running back Abram Smith. Ojile’s journey to the NFL started back on May 12th, when he…

Ojile
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog & Vikings FB Zach Ojile Reflects on 1st NFL Training Camp & Impending Preseason Debut

Ojile is looking to be the first Bulldog to make an active NFL roster since Dave Viaene in 1992.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- Former UMD tight end now turned Vikings fullback Zach Ojile has officially had one week of training camp under his belt. He’ll now have over three more weeks to impress the coaching staff as he fights for a spot on the 53 man roster. Ojile is in a position battle with Duluth native C.J. Ham. But there are…

Bellamy
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Duluth Native & UMD Assistant Laura Bellamy Named Head Women’s Hockey Coach at Harvard

Bellamy spent eight seasons on the Bulldog coaching staff.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A longtime assistant coach is departing the UMD women’s hockey program. Associate head coach Laura Bellamy has accepted the head coaching position at her alma mater Harvard. The Duluth native spent eight seasons on the Bulldog coaching staff. She helped guide UMD to one national title game, two frozen fours, and five postseason wins in the past three…

Dawson
College, Sports

Rilee Dawson to Step Down as CSS Head Softball Coach

Dawson led the Saints to four UMAC regular season titles and one NCAA Regional tournament appearance.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After twenty years in the program as a player, assistant coach, and finally a head coach, Rilee Dawson is stepping down as the St. Scholastica head softball coach. The move will be official on August 4th as Dawson is expected to pursue other opportunities. In her first six seasons as Head Coach, she led the Saints to four…

Henry Peterson
College, High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Henry Peterson Commits to Play Hockey at St. Thomas

Peterson skated in 22 games last season for the Hawks and would tally one goal and two assists.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- With the calender flipping over to August, junior high school hockey players are allowed to announce their verbal college commitments. Hermantown junior defenseman Henry Peterson was one of those players to waste no time. Peterson announced via his own personal Twitter account that he has committed to the University of St. Thomas. He skated in 22 games last…

Bulldogs Spain
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Sets Sail for Spain Summer Tour

A mix of work and play. The team will spend days soaking in the culture and some rays, making stops in Madrid, Valencia and Barcelona.
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- Coming off an extraordinary, history making postseason run, the Bulldogs men’s basketball team has returned some old faces, added some new ones and are shaping up for another great season. But first, the team will get their first taste together on the hardwood, overseas as the Bulldogs set sail for their Summer Tour. UMD is set to…

New Umd Assistant
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Adds Emma Sobieck to Coaching Staff

Sobieck comes from Bemidji State, where she was also an assistant for the past two seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has a new assistant coach. On Friday, the team hired Emma Sobieck to join the coaching staff. She comes from Bemidji State, where she was also an assistant for the past two seasons. Sobieck also played collegiately for the Beavers, skating in 146 games. In her senior year, she had a career best…

Uws Soccer Schedule
College, Sports

UWS Men’s & Women’s Soccer Release Schedules for 2023 Season

The UWS women's squad is vying for their 3rd straight UMAC title. The men are aiming for their 8th.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The defending champions in the UMAC released their schedules for the upcoming season. First up the women’s squad, the Yellowjackets will start the year on the road. A whopping six games away from Superior to begin the season. Their first match is September 1st against Gustavus Adolphus. Five games later, they’ll finally have their home opener on September…

Northland Wrestling
College, Sports

Northland College to Add Men’s & Women’s Wrestling in Fall of 2025

With the addition of both wrestling squads, the school will now have 16 varsity sports.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College in Ashland announced they are adding men’s and women’s wrestling beginning in the Fall of 2025. The school has immediately begun their search for a head coach. With the addition of both wrestling squads, the school will now have 16 varsity sports. The NCAA currently has 109 institutions that offer men’s wrestling and 44 schools that…

Umd Soccer Captains
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Soccer Announces Captains for 2023 Fall Season

UMD opens the season on August 31st at Northern Michigan.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD women’s soccer announced their captains for the upcoming season. They are fifth-year seniors Lauren Hansen and Sarah Stange, and senior Jackie Jares. Hansen and Stange previously served as the Bulldog captains in 2022. Hansen would play in all 18 games while Stange had an injury that limited her to only nine games. Jares started in 15 games…

Linser
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Anneke Linser Joins Djurgardens in Swedish Women’s Hockey League

Just this past season, the 5th year senior would tally 17 goals and 30 points in 39 games for the Bulldogs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Back in early June  former Bulldogs Naomi Rogge and Anneke Linser each signed pro deals in the PHF. After the league was bought out, Rogge made the jump to the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. Now Linser will be joining her. However, they’ll be on different teams as Linser signed with Djurgardens. Just this past season, the 5th year…

Kelly
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Kelly Grgas-Wheeler Named UMD Director of Athletic Communications

Grgas-Wheeler has worn many different hats since starting with Bulldog Athletics almost 17 years ago.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Friday, the UMD Athletics department named a Kelly Grgas-Wheeler as the Director of Athletic Communications and Media Relations. Grgas-Wheeler has worn many different hats in her time with Bulldog Athletics. She’s served as the men’s and women’s basketball contact, the women’s hockey communications director for the past 16 years, acted as the communications director in three NCAA…

Menzel
High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Peyton Menzel to Play College Football at UMD

The soon to be senior wideout hauled in 40 receptions with seven touchdowns and 579 yards receiving.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A Hermantown standout is staying close to home to play college football. Hawks wide receiver Peyton Menzel announced his commitment to UMD on Saturday. The soon to be senior wideout hauled in 40 receptions with seven touchdowns and 579 yards receiving. Overall, he would accumulate 687 all-purpose yards. Menzel and Hermantown are coming off a 6-3 season last…

Sorenson
College, Sports

Northland Men’s Basketball Coach Scott Sorenson Selected for NCAA College Basketball Academy

This will be the 2nd time in his career that Sorenson has coached at the academy. His first year was back in 2019.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland head men’s basketball coach Scott Sorenson will make his way to Memphis later this month. Sorenson will serve as a coach for the NCAA College Basketball Academy. The academy give prospective men’s and women’s student athletes a sample of the college basketball experience. This will be the 2nd time in his career that Sorenson has coached at…

Umd Team Canada
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Henderson & Gascon Invited to Team Canada’s National Development Camp

Henderson posted one goal and six assists last season. While Gascon is set to make her debut this fall.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. CATHARINES, Ontario.- Two current UMD women’s hockey players will have a chance to suit up for Team Canada at their National Women’s Development Team training camp. Sophomore defenseman Tova Henderson and freshman goaltender Eve Gascon will take part in the four-day camp in Ontario. Henderson posted one goal and six assists last season, while Gascon is set to make…

Umd Roster
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Releases Roster for 2023-2024 Season

UMD will have six new players suiting up for the team this season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- 82 days from now the UMD men’s hockey team will drop the puck in their home and season opener against Michigan Tech. And just over the weekend, the team released their roster for the upcoming season. The Bulldogs will have four freshman suiting up for the team. They are headlined by defensman Aaron Pionk and forward Matthew Perkins,…

Css Hof
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Announces 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame Class

The class will officially be inducted on October 14th as part of Homecoming weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The College of St. Scholastica announced their 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame Class on Thursday afternoon. It will be the 12th class in program history to be inducted. The class includes a pair of All-Americans, Walt Aufderheide, who is tied for the program record with 18 wins as he manned the pipes for the Saints from 1979 to…

Rooney
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Rooney Rounds Out Bulldogs at USA Women’s Hockey National Festival

The festival takes place August 7th through the 13th in Lake Placid, New York.
Neil Vierzba,

LAKE PLACID, N.Y.- It was announced on Tuesday that four UMD women’s hockey standouts from a year ago will be skating at the USA Hockey Women’s National Festival. Also on the list is former UMD goaltender and olympic gold medalist Maddie Rooney. Rooney has already established herself, but it will be a big weekend for current Bulldogs Mannon McMahon and…

Usa Festival
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Four Bulldogs Invited to USA Hockey Women’s National Festival

The festival will take place from August 7th to August 13 at Lake Placid in New York.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Four UMD women’s hockey players will be participating in the USA Hockey Women’s National Festival later this summer. Maggie Flaherty, Gabbie Hughes, Mannon McMahon, and Clara Van Wieren have all been invited to compete at the Festival. Duluth native Sanya Sandahl will also serve as the goaltending coach. It will take place from August 7th to August 13…

Rogge
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Naomi Rogge Joins SDE of Swedish Women’s Hockey League

Rogge graduated as the program's all-time games played record holder.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Bulldog Naomi Rogge will get to play hockey this year after all. Rogge originially signed her first professional contract with the Metropolitan Riveters of the PHF earlier this off-season, but the league would be bought out. Now, she’s heading overseas as she signed a deal with SDE of the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. Rogge graduated as the…