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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Shoot the Lights Out in Win Over Northland College

The Bulldogs had six players finish in double figures, every player scored at least four points and as a team, UMD shot 68% from the field.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lincoln Meister and Drew Blair each scored 18 points as the UMD men’s basketball team defeated Northland College 123-48 Tuesday night at Romano Gym. The Bulldogs had six players finish in double figures, every player scored at least four points and as a team, UMD shot 68% from the field. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota –…

Tj Chiabotti
High School, Sports

North Woods’ TJ Chiabotti Named Finalist for Mr. Football Award

Chiabotti became just the 19th player in state history to rush for over 5,000 career yards.
Sam Ali,

COOK, Minn. – North Woods running back TJ Chiabotti has been named one of ten finalists for the Minnesota Football Coaches Association’s Mr. Football Award. This past season, Chiabotti rushed for over 2,000 yards and scored 30 total touchdowns. He also became just the 19th player in state history to rush for over 5,000 career yards. The winner will be…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Embracing Major Temperature Change for Playoff Game Against Angelo State

The temperature at kick-off is expected to be close to 80 degrees, compared to a balmy 40 if the game were held at Malosky Stadium.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, the UMD football team is wrapping up their last few practices before they head down to Texas for their NCAA first round match-up against Angelo State. The temperature at kick-off is expected to be close to 80 degrees, compared to a balmy 40 if the game were held at Malosky Stadium. “A game is a…

Hermantown Hockey
High School, Sports

First Day of Practice Underway for Hermantown Boys Hockey

The Hawks are set to open the 2021 season on the road next Friday night against section foes Greenway. 
Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Monday was the first official day of high school boys hockey practices across the state, and Hermantown opened things up with tryouts. The Hawks had a larger than usual group show up as they look to replace seven seniors they graduated last season. But with a mix of experienced varsity players and a young group looking to…

Jaxson Turner
College, Sports

Esko Native Jaxson Turner Becomes North Dakota Football’s D1 Sacks Leader

Turner finished with two sacks in Saturday's win over Illinois State, which gave him 21 in his career with the Fighting Hawks.
Sam Ali,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – This past weekend, Esko native Jaxson Turner became the all-time sack leader for the North Dakota football team in their Division I era. Turner finished with two sacks in Saturday’s win over Illinois State, which gave him 21 in his career with the Fighting Hawks. “Just kind of been working towards it my whole career. For…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hibbing Native Scott Perunovich Recalled by St. Louis Blues

Through 12 games, Perunovich is tied for the AHL lead in points with 20 off two goals and 18 assists.
Sam Ali,

ST. LOUIS. Mo. – Monday, the St. Louis Blues announced that they have recalled defenseman and Hibbing native Scott Perunovich. The former Hobey Baker Award winner has been recalled from the team’s AHL affiliate: the Springfield Thunderbirds. Through 12 games, Perunovich is tied for the league lead in points with 20 off two goals and 18 assists. No word yet…

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

Northern Star: Jacob Shields

For this week's segment, we feature a grad transfer on the UMD men's basketball team hoping to make a lasting impact on and off the court.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD men’s basketball graduate transfer Jacob Shields just loves everything about basketball. “This might be weird to people who don’t play basketball, but I just love the sound of the ball. Like coming down the court, I love the sound of the ball. I love the smell of the ball to be honest. And that might be…

Selection Sunday
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Headed Back to NCAA Tournament For First Time Since 2018

The Bulldogs will face Angelo State on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. in San Angelo, Texas.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Saturday, the UMD football team ended the regular season with a win and clinched a share of the NSIC Championship. That almost guaranteed a spot in the NCAA Tournament. And on Sunday, the Bulldogs officially found out they’re postseason bound. UMD is headed back to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2018. They’ll head…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Soderberg, Sweden Qualify for 2022 Winter Olympics

Goaltender Emma Soderberg joins junior forward Kassy Betinol as current Bulldogs to make Olympic Rosters.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Women’s Hockey Olympic Qualifiers wrapped up this weekend, which saw multiple current and former Bulldogs in action. Sweden clinched a spot, which will send former Bulldogs Michelle Lowenhielm, Linne Hedin and current goaltender Emma Soderberg to the Olympics. Soderberg joins junior forward Kassy Betinol as current Bulldogs to make Olympic Rosters. Former UMD forward Katerine Mrazova…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica Runners Calvin Boone, Maj-Lis Helmer Qualify for NCAA Championships

This is the first time CSS is sending multiple individuals to the NCAA Cross Country Championship. The race is set for this Saturday in Louisville, KY. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two St. Scholastica runners have qualified as individuals for the NCAA Cross Country Championships. Calvin Boone and Duluth’s Maj-Lis Helmer will both be making their first appearances. Boone finished 16th overall in the men’s qualifier with a program record time of 25 minutes, while Helmer finished 12th overall with a time of 22:32. This is the first…

Umd Men's Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Ties Colorado College, Earns Extra NCHC Point in Shootout

Ryan Fanti finished with 26 saves for his third straight shutout. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team battled with Colorado College all night but struggled to find the back of the net, as Saturday’s game officially ended in a 0-0 tie. Noah Cates scored the lone goal in the shutout to give UMD the 1-0 win and extra NCHC point. Ryan Fanti finished with 26 saves for his third…

Esko Football
High School, Sports

Esko Football Defeats New London-Spicer to Advance to Class AAA Semifinals

A touchdown pass from Ty Christensen to Carter Zezulka with 16 seconds left sent the undefeated Eskomos to the state semifinals.
Claudia Chakamian,

BRAINERD, Minn. – A touchdown pass from Ty Christensen to Carter Zezulka with 16 seconds left gave the Esko football team the 28-21 win over New London-Spicer in the Class AAA quarterfinals. The Eskomos forced five interceptions, including a pick six from Zezulka. Esko improves to 11-0 on the season and will face Dassel-Cokato in the Class AAA semifinal on…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Wraps Up American Family Insurance Classic With Win Over East Central

Drew Blair led the way with 29 points while Austin Andrews finished with a double double as the Bulldogs improve to 2-0 on the season.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, getting the 92-84 win over East Central to round out the American Family Insurance Classic. Austin Andrews finished with a double double with 17 points and 12 rebounds, while Drew Blair led the Bulldogs with 29 points. Jack Middleton added 22 points….

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Tops Northern State to Earn Share of NSIC Championship

Armani Carmickle finished with 184 receiving yards and two touchdowns. He also broke D.J. Winfield's UMD single-season receiving record of 1,201 yards. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team used a big second half to get the 49-35 win over Northern State on Saturday to earn a share of the NSIC Title. Garrett Olson came in and completed 11 of 16 passes for 226 yards and three touchdowns while also adding a rushing touchdown. Armani Carmickle finished with 184 receiving yards and…

Uws Men's Soccer
College, Sports

UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Edged by Washington in NCAA Tournament First Round

The Yellowjackets finish the 2021 season with a 16-7-0 overall record. 
Claudia Chakamian,

CHICAGO, Ill. – A goal with under 20 minutes to go proved to be the difference as Washington got the 1-0 win over the UW-Superior men’s soccer team in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Payton Anderson made seven saves for the Yellowjackets. UWS finishes the 2021 season with a 16-7-0 overall record. Categories: College, Sports

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

Coaches Corner: Mandy Pearson

For this week's segment, we chat with the head coach of the UMD women's basketball team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from UMD women’s basketball coach Mandy Pearson as the Bulldogs were picked to repeat as NSIC champions. UMD will open their season next Tuesday with a road trip to Drury. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Girls Hockey: Duluth Wins Big in Season Opener, Rock Ridge Drops First Ever Game

The Northern Stars opened their season in a big way while the Wolverines dropped their season opener.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Northern Stars girls hockey team lit up the scoreboard, including scoring five goals in the first four minutes and seven total in the first period as they got the 14-1 win over Princeton to open the 2021 season. The Northern Stars will be back home on Saturday hosting Roseville. Puck drop is set for 2:00…

Deer River Football
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Season Ends in Class A Quarterfinals for Deer River Football Team

Joseph Herfindahl would scored a 99-yard touchdown late in the first half.
Sam Ali,

BRAINERD, Minn. – Joseph Herfindahl would scored a 99-yard touchdown late in the first half, but it would be the only points for the Deer River football team as they fall to New York Mills 20-6 in the Class A quarterfinals. The Warriors end their season at 10-1. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Adrian Scores Twice, St. Scholastica Men’s Hockey Earns First-Ever MIAC Win

The win was the first conference victory for the Saints in the MIAC as they'll look to sweep the Oles Saturday night.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Nathan Adrian scored twice for the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team as they defeated St. Olaf 5-2 Friday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. The win was the first conference victory for the Saints in the MIAC as they’ll look to sweep the Oles Saturday night. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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

Fanti Records Second Straight Shutout, UMD Men’s Hockey Blanks Colorado College

The Bulldogs got goals from Koby Bender, Noah Cates, Casey Gilling, Owen Gallatin and Blake Biondi
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Junior netminder Ryan Fanti finished with 25 saves and recorded his second straight shutout as the UMD men’s hockey team blanked Colorado College 5-0 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. The Bulldogs got goals from Koby Bender, Noah Cates, Casey Gilling, Owen Gallatin and Blake Biondi as they aim for the sweep Saturday night at Amsoil Arena. Categories:…

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

UMD Men’s Basketball Wins Season Opener at American Family Insurance Classic

Sophomore Joshua Brown led the way with 18 points as the UMD men's basketball team defeated Nebraska-Kearney.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sophomore Joshua Brown led the way with 18 points as the UMD men’s basketball team defeated Nebraska-Kearney 77-64 on the first day of the American Family Insurance Classic at Romano Gym. Drew Blair chipped in with 17 points while Austin Andrews scored 14 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. The Bulldogs will face East Central Saturday at 4…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Volleyball Falls to Top-Seeded Marshall in State Semi-Finals

The Thunderhawks will face New Prague in the third-place game Saturday afternoon.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Marshall volleyball team showed why they are the #1 overall seed in the Class AAA state tournament as they swept Grand Rapids 3-0 Friday afternoon at the Xcel Energy Center. The Thunderhawks will face New Prague in the third-place game Saturday afternoon. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

CEC Girls Hockey Get Set to Open Regular Season This Weekend

After graduating a huge senior class two years ago, the Lumberjacks return 17 players with loads of experience, led by goaltender Araya Kiminski.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls hockey team is getting set to open their season this weekend. After graduating a huge senior class two years ago, the Lumberjacks return 17 players with loads of experience, led by goaltender Araya Kiminski. “We feel really comfortable with her in net and know we’re able to take a little more chances and be…

Umd Cross Country
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Cross Country Prepare for Trip to Nationals

The 18th-ranked Bulldogs finished second at the NCAA Central Regionals to qualify for their 10th ever nationals appearance.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s cross country team is NCAA-championship bound for the first time since 2017. After a challenging season last year and another coaching change, the 18th-ranked Bulldogs finished second at the NCAA Central Regionals to qualify for their 10th ever nationals appearance. “The one constant we’ve had is just our team and just believing in each…

Bill Kinnunen
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids’ Bill Kinnunen to be Inducted into MSHSBCA Hall of Fame

Kinnunen is the second Grand Rapids alum to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, Along with his old head coach Bob Streetar, who was part of the inaugural class in 2004.
Sam Ali,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Friday afternoon, Grand Rapids baseball coach Bill Kinnunen will be inducted into the Hall of Fame of Minnesota State High School Baseball Coaches Association. He’s led the program since 2001 and is coming off a season that saw the Thunderhawks finish in second place at the state tournament. Kinnunen said he was surprised to be inducted…

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Duluth Chapter of ‘Girls on the Run’ to Host Inaugural 5k Saturday

The Duluth Chapter Started After Head Coach Heidi Schuchman Moved to the Twin Ports
Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, we meet up with Heidi Schuchman, who is a head coach for the Girls on the Run organization in Duluth. Girls on the Run is a national program mostly for girls in grades 3-8 that promotes active, healthy lifestyles and culminates in a celebratory 5k run which will take place on the…

Grand Rapids Football
High School, Sports

Late Touchdown Knocks Out Grand Rapids Football in State Quarterfinals

Owen Glenn scored twice and Jack Cleveland scored the other touchdown for the Thunderhawks.
Sam Ali,

OSSEO, Minn. – Owen Glenn would score twice for the Grand Rapids football team, but a late touchdown would give Orono the 22-19 win in the Class AAAA state quarterfinals. Jack Cleveland scored the other touchdown for the Thunderhawks as their season ends at 8-3. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Fanti, Laderoute Hope to Carry Momentum into Series Against Colorado College

In Saturday's win, Fanti recorded his first career shutout, while Laderoute scored twice for the Bulldogs.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team is back from their road trip to Kalamazoo where they split their series against Western Michigan. And it was mostly thanks to the efforts of two upper classmen. Junior netminder Ryan Fanti stood on his head in Saturday’s game, making 35 saves on the night, including 18 in the third period alone…

Umd Womens Hockey
College, Sports

NCAA Approves Expansion of National Women’s Hockey Tournament Field

The field will be expanded from eight teams to 11.
Sam Ali,

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – Big news this week for women’s college hockey as the NCAA has approved to expand the national playoff field from eight teams to eleven. This comes after last week’s social media push for the move, which was spearheaded by UMD women’s hockey coach Maura Crowell. What the exact format will be is still to be determined, as…

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High School, Sports

Top-Seed Mayer Lutheran Too Much for South Ridge in State Volleyball Quarterfinals

The Panthers will face Badger/Greenbush-Middle River Friday in the consolation bracket semi-finals.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The South Ridge volleyball team had a tough time getting anything going as they fall to Mayer Lutheran 3-0 in the Class A quarterfinals at the Xcel Energy Center. The Panthers will face Badger/Greenbush-Middle River Friday in the consolation bracket semi-finals. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, High School, Sports

Cloquet’s Sam Baker Commits to Florida Gulf Coast Men’s Golf Team

Baker is coming off a junior year that saw him lead the Lumberjacks to their first state title in program history, including a top medalist finish in Class AA.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Thursday, Cloquet’s Sam Baker signed his National Letter of Intent to join the men’s golf team at Florida Gulf Coast University. Baker is coming off a junior year that saw him lead the Lumberjacks to their first state title in program history, including a top medalist finish in Class AA. Baker credits his family and friends for…

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High School, Sports

Greenway Volleyball Drops State Quarterfinal Match to Sauk Centre

The Raiders will face Cannon Falls in the consolation bracket Friday morning at 11 a.m.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – In the Class AA volleyball state quarterfinals, the Greenway volleyball team were defeated by Sauk Centre 3-1 Thursday afternoon at the Xcel Energy Center. The Raiders will face Cannon Falls in the consolation bracket Friday morning at 11 a.m. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, High School, Sports

Moose Lake-Willow River’s Natalie Mikrot Officially Commits to Minnesota Crookston Women’s Basketball

Last season, Mikrot became the Rebels' all-time leading scorer in program history.
Sam Ali,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn. – This week, Moose Lake-Willow River’s Natalie Mikrot officially committed to playing basketball at Minnesota Crookston. Mikrot led the Rebels in scoring as a junior, posting over 23 points per game to go along with three assists and three steals, as well as knocking down 52 three pointers. Last season, she also became the program’s all-time leading…

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College, High School, Sports

Virginia’s Rian Aune Signs NLI for Southwest Minnesota State Women’s Basketball

The Blue Devils point guard averaged 13 points, four rebounds and four assists last season as a junior.
Sam Ali,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – Wednesday, Virginia’s Rian Aune signed her National Letter of Intent to join the Southwest Minnesota State women’s basketball team. The Blue Devils point guard averaged 13 points, four rebounds and four assists last season as a junior. Aune is also closing in on her 1,000th career point at Virginia. Categories: College, High School, Sports

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College, Sports

UW-Superior’s Bellamy, Mooney Take Top Men’s Soccer Honors from UMAC

Bellamy was named Rookie of the Year, while Mooney took home his third Coach of the Year honor.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s soccer team picked up two major awards from the UMAC. Freshman defender Josh Bellamy was named Rookie of the Year after scoring six goals and four assists, including the game-winning goal in the UMAC championship game. Joe Mooney is your UMAC Coach of the Year for the third time in his career after leading…

East Signing Day
College, High School, Sports

Duluth East’s Smith, Benson, Carlson Make NLI Signings Official

A trio of Gryehounds signed their National Letters of Intent Wednesday afternoon.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday afternoon, Duluth East had three signings on National Signing Day. Tyler Smith will be joining the Rockhurst men’s lacrosse team in Kansas City, while Elaina Benson won’t be going too far as she committed to the UMD women’s soccer team. “It just felt like home. I went to a lot of colleges for the recruiting process…

Denfeld Signing Day
College, High School, Sports

Trio of Duluth Denfeld Athletes Commit to Local Schools

Hannah Hovland is heading to UMD, while Logan Nylund and Kamryn Hill are going across the bridge to UWS.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – On the first day of National Signing Day, a trio of Duluth Denfeld put pen to paper on their college committments. Hannah Hovland and Logan Nylund will be joining first-year head coaches as Hovland has signed with UMD softball and Nylund will head across the bridge to join the UWS baseball team. “He was filling me in…

Css Basketball
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Men’s Basketball Drops Season Opener to UW-River Falls

Senior Jack Silgen led the way with 22 points.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Senior Jack Silgen led the way with 22 points, but the St. Scholastica men’s basketball team dropped their season opener to UW-River Falls 77-76 in overtime at the Reif Gym. The Saints will look to bounce back with a road trip to Northwestern on Saturday. Categories: College, Sports

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College, High School, Sports

Superior’s Jakob Kidd, Jeffrey Olson Sign with Different UMAC Soccer Teams

Jakob Kidd signed his National Letter of Intent to join the UWS men's soccer team and Jeffrey Olson is taking his talents to Ashland as he'll suit up for Northland College.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A pair of Superior boys soccer teammates will be playing on opposite sides of the pitch in the UMAC. Jakob Kidd signed his National Letter of Intent to join the UWS men’s soccer team and Jeffrey Olson is taking his talents to Ashland as he’ll suit up for Northland College. Kidd finished his senior year second in…

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High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Volleyball Advances to Class AAA State Semi-Finals

The Thunderhawks move on to face top seed Marshall in the state semi-finals. That match will take place Friday at 5 p.m.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – In the Class AAA volleyball state quarterfinals, Grand Rapids knocked off Monticello 3-1 at the Xcel Energy Center. The Thunderhawks move on to face top seed Marshall in the state semi-finals. That match will take place Friday at 5 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, High School, Sports

Cloquet’s Dana Jones Signs with Winona State Softball, Katie Turner Joins Northern Michigan Women’s Soccer

Cloquet had a pair of Lumberjacks make their commitments official on National Signing Day.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Wednesday afternoon, Cloquet had a pair of Lumberjacks make their commitments official on National Signing Day. Dana Jones signed her National Letter of Intent to join the Winona State softball team. She described the moment she signed and made things official as exhilarating. “I mean I’m obviously shaking. I’m so excited. Coach Jones down there, kind of…

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College, High School, Sports

Hibbing’s Ayden McDonald Commits to Augustana Men’s Basketball

Ayden is the 11th member of the legendary McDonald family to play at the college level, which includes his dad and head coach Joel McDonald.
Sam Ali,

HIBBING, Minn. – On the first day of the National Signing period, Hibbing’s Ayden McDonald signed his National Letter of Intent to join the Augustana men’s basketball team. Ayden is the 11th member of the legendary McDonald family to play at the college level, which includes his dad and head coach Joel McDonald. “It wouldn’t have been possible without my…

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NFL Fines Packers, Aaron Rodgers, Allen Lazard for Violating League COVID-19 Rules

The Associated Press, Site Staff,

(FOX 9/Fox TV Digital Team) – The NFL has fined the Green Bay Packers $300,000 and franchise quarterback Aaron Rodgers as well as wide receiver Allen Lazard $14,500 each for violating the league’s COVID-19 rules. The move follows controversial comments Rodgers made last week about why he didn’t get vaccinated for COVID-19, despite previously saying publicly that he was “immunized.”…

Umd Women's Basketball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Team Eyeing Bigger Goals, Deeper Run in NCAA Tournament

The Bulldogs are coming into the season as the preseason favorites to repeat as NSIC champions.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday afternoon, the UMD women’s basketball team hosted Media Day at Romano Gym. The Bulldogs are coming into the season as the preseason favorites to repeat as NSIC champions. But this squad feels like they are capable of more, including a deeper run in the NCAA tournament. “Just not being complacent with what we have accomplished within…

Umd Men's Basketball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Young, Experienced Roster Returns for UMD Men’s Basketball Team

All five starters from last season, who each averaged over 12 points per game, will be back for UMD, as well as the vast majority of their bench so depth will be a big key to the team's success.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team is coming off a season that saw a lot of growing pains with one of the youngest squads in the NSIC. But with that came valuable experience, especially for the sophomores who just went through the first full offseason of their college careers. “Freshman year is tough. You’re away from your family….

Uws Basketball
College, Sports

UW-Superior Women’s Basketball Drops Season Opener to UW-Stout

Kaelyn Christian led the Yellowjackets with 14 points. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior women’s basketball team struggled to get much going offensively, as UW-Stout got the 76-44 win to open the 2021 season. Kaelyn Christian led the Yellowjackets with 14 points. UWS will head to Eau Claire this weekend for the UW-Eau Claire Tip-Off Tournament this weekend. The Yellowjackets will face hots UW-Eau Claire on Friday at 8:00…

Umd Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Defense Puts UMD Football in Driver’s Seat for NCAA Tournament Berth

Saturday's win over Augustana puts the Bulldogs in 7th place in the super regional rankings as they are now in full control of their playoff destiny.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Going into their game against Augustana, the UMD football team knew they had to get a win if they wanted any shot at an NCAA tournament berth. Not only did they beat the Vikings, but it wasn’t even close. The Bulldogs got off to a monster start and never looked back as they picked up a home…