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Schintz
Sports

Amy Schintz Wins Third Straight Ladies Arrowhead Championship

Schintz defeated Deb Showalter on the 17th hole to capture her ninth overall title at the Ladies Arrowhead.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Summer is already coming to an end which means the big local golf tournaments are also starting to wrap up, and this weekend we have a few big ones including the 73rd annual Ladies Arrowhead Championship. 64 golfers took the course at the Ridgeview Country Club which was a larger field than last year. And this year’s…

Uws Basketball
College, Sports

UWS Women’s Basketball Announces Schedule for Upcoming Season

The Yellowjackets will open things in an exhibition game at UMD on Nov. 2 then open the regular season at home on Nov. 9 against UW-Stout. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Basketball season is right around the corner and the UW-Superior women’s basketball team announced their 2021-22 schedule earlier this weekend. The Yellowjackets will open things in an exhibition game at UMD on Nov. 2 then open the regular season at home on Nov. 9 against UW-Stout. This year’s bridge battle will take place Nov. 17 at the…

Jackie Macmillan
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Jackie MacMillan Speaks Out for the First Time Since Resignation at St. Scholastica

The former CSS women's hockey coach says her issues with the administration, and not the athletic department, ultimately forced her to step down.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Eleven years ago, the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team began their first year as a program and their first ever head coach was Buffalo, Minnesota native Jackie MacMillan, who knows a thing or two about first-year women’s hockey programs. She was part of the first recruiting class at the University of Wisconsin back in 1999. “There’s some…

Huskieslars
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Rally Comes Up Short Against Bismarck, But Eau Claire Loss Clinches Playoff Spot

Dom Meza homered in the seventh inning as the Huskies are heading to the postseason for the first time since 2018.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Down 8-0 in the seventh, the Duluth Huskies started to rally, but came up just short in the ninth as Bismarck got the 8-7 win. However, with Willmar beating Eau Claire, the Huskies have clinched a playoff spot and are back in the postseason for the first time since 2018. The Huskies and Bismarck Larks will wrap…

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

Coaches Corner: Curt Wiese

For this week's segment, we talk with the head coach of the UMD football team as they wrapped up their first week of fall practice.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we chat with UMD football head coach Curt Wiese as the Bulldogs wrapped up their first week of fall practice. UMD hit the field for fall practice for the first time in nearly two years after having last season canceled. The Bulldogs will open the 2021 season at Upper Iowa on Sept….

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

UMD’s Brent Laing Named to 2022 Senior Bowl Watchlist

For many players, this serves as the first step of the NFL Draft process and mostly consists of players on the Division I level. The 2022 Senior Bowl is set for Feb. 5 in Mobile, Alabama. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team wrapped up their first week of fall practice on Friday. The Bulldogs also learned that one of their own is getting some national recognition for his play on the field. Offensive lineman Brent Laing has been named to the 2022 Reese’s Senior Bowl Watchlist. For many players, this serves as the first step…
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UWS Men’s Basketball to Play UW-Green Bay in Exhibition Next Season

This will be the first time the Yellowjackets will play a DI school since November 2009 against Wisconsin. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s basketball team announced their schedule for the upcoming season and they’ve got a few big ones circled. On Nov. 27, the Yellowjackets will play the University of Green Bay in an exhibition game. This will be the first time the Yellowjackets will play a DI school since November 2009 against Wisconsin. “I think your…
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Saints’ Kevin Ritsche Steps Down as Head Baseball Coach

The CSS alum led the Saints to a 20-9 overall record this past spring and to a runner-up finish in the UMAC regular season, and in the tournament as well.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica head baseball coach Kevin Ritsche is stepping down. He was hired two years ago but had his first season cut short due to the pandemic. This past spring, the Superior native led the Saints to a 20-9 overall record and a runner-up finish in the UMAC regular season, and in the tournament as well. Ritsche…

Alpine Coaster
Active Adventures, Entertainment

Twisting Through the Trees on Spirit Mountain’s Alpine Coaster

Active Adventures: Timber Twister at Spirit Mountain
Brett Scott, Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s Arman Rahman gives the Timber Twister at Spirit Mountain a try for the first time. Click here for tickets and more information. Categories: Active Adventures, Entertainment Tags: Active Adventures, Adventure, Alpine Coaster, Arman Rahman, community, Local News, Outdoor, Spirit Mountain, Timber Twister

Css Football
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Football Team Holds First Fall Practice of 2021

The roster will be full of new faces, including the biggest freshman class since 2012.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After nearly a two-year layoff, the CSS football team gathered at Saints Field for the first day of fall practices. “There was no motivation to get out of bed. It was just go, you know,” linebacker Mack Nelson said. “To finally have that, that camp feel, is awesome,” said running back Bryceton Butkiewicz. The roster will be…

Huskies Baseball
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Inch Closer to Postseason with Road Win Over Mankato

Five different players drove in multiple runs for the Huskies, who swept their final road series of the season.
Sam Ali,

MANKATO, Minn. – Mike Boeve and Calyn Halvorson each homered in the third inning as the Duluth Huskies topped Mankato 14-8 Thursday night at ISG Field. Five different players drove in multiple runs for the Huskies, who swept their final road series of the season. Friday night, they will host Bismarck for their final series of the season. A win…

Nwss Football
High School, Sports

Regular Season Rapidly Approaching for Northwood/Solon Springs Football Team

The Evergreens were one of many teams that were able to play last fall, but it was a season filled with cancellations and postponements.
Sam Ali,

MINONG, Wis. – The regular season is just two weeks away for Wisconsin high school football. And that means practice gets more intense, including for Northwood/Solon Springs. The Evergreens were one of many teams that were able to play last fall, but it was a season filled with cancellations and postponements. In fact, the team would go on to play…

Huskies Baseball
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Brooks’ Leadoff Home Run Powers Duluth Huskies Over Mankato

Brooks led the way with three RBI while Mike Boeve and Bryan Broecker chipped in with two RBI each.
Sam Ali,

MANKATO, Minn. – Shortstop Michael Brooks delivered his team-leading fifth home run of the season on the first pitch of the game as the Duluth Huskies topped Mankato 12-5 Thursday night at ISG Field. Brooks led the way with three RBI while Mike Boeve and Bryan Broecker chipped in with two RBI each. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

Neal Pionk
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown Native Neal Pionk Signs Four-Year Deal with Winnipeg Jets

The former UMD standout led all defenseman on the team with 32 points in 54 games last season.
Sam Ali,

WINNIPEG, Canada – For the past three seasons, Hermantown native Neal Pionk has defied expectations that people had of him as a pro hockey player. And now, he’ll continue to do that with a new contract and some more money. Wednesday, Pionk signed a four-year, $23.5 million contract with the Winnipeg Jets. The 26-year-old was a restricted free agent, but…

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College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Ty Hanson Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey

The soon-to-be junior scored nine goals and 20 assists during his sophomore campaign.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown defenseman Ty Hanson announced on Twitter Wednesday that he has committed to joining the UMD men’s hockey team. The soon-to-be junior scored nine goals and 20 assists during his sophomore campaign. He is the third Hermantown player to commit to UMD, joining Joey Pierce and Zam Plante, and they will join current Bulldogs Jesse Jacques, Blake…

Sailing
Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Great Outdoors: Youth Get Their Sea Legs At DSSA Sailing Camp

The DSSA'S Sailing Camp is helping a group of kids between 7 and 16 years old get the nautical knowledge they need.
Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The second half of summer in the northland brings the sailboats out onto lake superior. but all those experienced sailors had to start somewhere, like the Duluth Superior Sailing Association’s (DSSA’S) Sailing Camp.  “Some of these kids, they get out here and they get to feel what water is like and what it’s like to be on a…

Heaven Hamling
College, Sports

Grand Rapids Native Heaven Hamling Seeing Benefits from NIL Ruling

North Dakota State guard Heaven Hamling has signed an endorsement deal with Silverstar Car Wash, a local company based in Sioux Falls.
Sam Ali,

FARGO, N.D. – Last month, collegiate athletes across the country were given permission to be able to benefit from their name, image and likeness thanks to a landmark Supreme Court decision. One of the players taking advantage of the opportunity is a former Northland basketball star. North Dakota State guard Heaven Hamling has signed an endorsement deal with Silverstar Car…

Huskies Baseball
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Gerl Twirls Gem as Duluth Huskies Blank Willmar

Ben Gerl twirled seven shutout innings, allowing just four hits while striking out five batters.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Ben Gerl twirled seven shutout innings, allowing just four hits while striking out five batters as the Duluth Huskies shutout Willmar 5-0 Tuesday night at Wade Stadium. Mike Boeve and Ambren Voitik each finished with two hits as the Huskies will travel to Mankato for their final road series of the season. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

Nate Pearson
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Northwestern Star Nate Pearson Among Five Captains for UMD Football

Pearson is a team captain, thanks to his junior campaign that saw him lead the team in sacks and finish fifth in total tackles.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD fans love their Bulldogs, but understandably, the local players get a little extra love. The UMD football team has five Northland natives on the roster, including linebacker Nate Pearson. The former Northwestern Tiger will be a sixth-year senior in 2021 after redshirting as a freshman and losing last season due to the pandemic. Pearson is now…

Womens Invite
Professional Sports, Sports

73rd Women’s Arrowhead Invite Expecting the Best of the Best in the Northland

Two-time defending champion Amy Schintz will be back, looking for her 9th Ladies Arrowhead title.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 73rd annual Women’s Arrowhead Golf Invitational tees off later this week at the Ridgeview Country Club. This year’s field features 64 golfers divided up into eight flights. Two-time defending champion Amy Schintz will be back, looking for her 9th Ladies Arrowhead title. The tournament helps bring in some of the top local female golfers in the…

Duluth Fc Academy
College, Sports

Duluth FC Academy Wins First-Ever DASL Championship

Duluth FC Academy closes out their season with a 13-2-1 overall record.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sunday night, Duluth FC Academy topped Team Evil 4-1 to win the Duluth Amateur Soccer League championship. The achievement is even more impressive when you remember this is their first year as a program and gives a fans a glimpse into the future of Duluth FC. “Sean and I kept in contact. I talk to him every…

Huskies Baseball
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Fall to Willmar as Playoff Race Tightens

Mike Boeve led the way with three hits as the Huskies will look for better results Tuesday night.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A seven-run sixth inning would be the difference as the Duluth Huskies fell to Willmar 10-5 Monday night at Wade Stadium. Mike Boeve led the way with three hits as the Huskies will look for better results Tuesday night. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

Umd Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Holds First Fall Practice After Nearly Two Years

After not being able to have a season last year, the UMD football team returned to the gridiron on Monday to prepare for their season opener on Sept. 2, led by a handful of fifth and sixth year players.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After watching almost every UMD team play some kind of season last year, it’s finally the football team’s turn to get back on the field, as they held their first fall practice since 2019 on Monday. “There’s just kind of that feeling in the air that it’s football season again and it’s hard to beat that feeling,”…

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High School, Sports

Tony DeLeon Resigns as Athletic Director at South Ridge High School

DeLeon has been with the Panthers since 2012 and in that time, several programs experienced success, including multiple state tournament appearances.
Sam Ali,

CULVER, Minn. – Monday, Tony DeLeon resigned as the athletic director at South Ridge High School. DeLeon has been with the Panthers since 2012 and in that time, several programs experienced success. The football team won back-to-back section titles, softball won their first section title in 2019 and baseball had three appearances in the Class A state tournament. South Ridge…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldogs Stalder, Mrazova to Play at IIHF Women’s World Championship

Lara Stalder will represent Switzerland, while Katerina Mrazova will skate for the Czech Republic.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A pair of former UMD hockey standouts will be taking part in the 2021 IIHF women’s world championship. Lara Stalder will represent Switzerland, while Katerina Mrazova will skate for the Czech Republic. Stalder scored 148 points in her Bulldog career, was named 2017 WCHA Player of the Year and a finalist for the Patty Kazmaier award. Mrazova…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Picked to Finish 2nd in NSIC Preseason Coaches Poll

UMD's "Player to Watch" is senior Kate Berg, who led the Bulldogs in kills in 2019.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team was picked to finish 2nd in the NSIC preseason coaches poll. The top spot went to Concordia St.-Paul. After missing out on the 2020 season due to COVID, the Bulldogs will look to build off of their successful 2019 season, which led to a fourth straight NCAA tournament appearance and their 18th in…

Huskies
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Hang On for Much-Needed Win Over St. Cloud Rox

Calyn Halvorson went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and an RBI while Bryan Broecker went 2-for-4 with 4 RBI as the Huskies got their first win over the Rox this season.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies battled back-and-forth, but a sac fly in the bottom of the eighth gave them the 8-7 win over the St. Cloud Rox in the final meeting between the two this season. This was also the Huskies’ first win over the Rox this year. Calyn Halvorson went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and an RBI…

Log Rolling
Sports

Lutsen Teen Wins Fourth Straight Amateur Log Rolling World Title

15-year old Alley Duclos has been log rolling for a decade now and won her fourth straight amateur log rolling title during the Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward.
Claudia Chakamian,

LUTSEN, Minn. – Log rolling is a sport that takes a lot of endurance, balance and focus, and takes years to master. One Lutsen teenager has gotten the hang of it and continues to impress on the world stage. Alley Duclos won her fourth straight amateur log rolling title during the Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward. The 15-year old has…

Ayden Mcdonald
College, High School, Sports

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

McDonald is Hibbing's all-time leading scorer and holds the record for most career assists.
Claudia Chakamian,

HIBBING, Minn. – Hibbing basketball star Ayden McDonald has committed to joining the Augustana men’s basketball team. In his junior season, McDonald led the Bluejackets with 18 points, 11 assists and six rebounds per game. He guided Hibbing to a 16-4 overall record and to their first state tournament since 1989. McDonald, coached by his dad Joel, became the program’s…

Huskies
Northwoods League, Sports

Six-Run Sixth Gives St. Cloud Rox Win Over Duluth Huskies

Ambren Voitik went 2-for-3 with a run scored and an RBI while Mike Boeve went 2-for-5 with a run scored. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Huskies took their first lead of the day in the fourth scoring three runs, but couldn’t hold onto that lead for long, as St. Cloud scored six in the sixth to get the 10-4 win. The Rox have now won all seven meetings against the Huskies this season. Ambren Voitik went 2-for-3 with a run scored…

Nemadji Golf
Sports

Superior’s Patty Lier Wins First Title at 85th Nemadji Women’s Golf Club Championship

Three-time champion Amy Patenaude finished second while 11-time champion Pat Kelly finished third. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – It wasn’t the nicest weather for most sports on Saturday but the rain held off early and the cooler weather was ideal for the golfers at the 85th annual Nemadji Women’s Golf Club Championship. And this year, a new champion was crowned in Superior’s Patty Lier. “I’ve been golfing with some of these ladies on Monday nights…

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

Coaches Corner: Jen Walter

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

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we spoke with UMD softball coach Jen Walter, who announced this week that she is leaving the program become an assistant coach at St. Thomas. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Rick Kennelly
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Superior’s Rick Kennelly to be Inducted into WFCA Hall of Fame

Kennelly is just the third spartan coach to be inducted, joining Larry Hoff and Tom Mestelle.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Rick Kennelly is the definition of a Spartan for life. He graduated from Superior High School, played on the football team and then coached there for 40 years. And after retiring this past spring, Kennelly will be inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association. “Coach DeMeyer’s nominated me a few times and…

Mark Pavelich Event
Community, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Friends of Eveleth Native, Former UMD Hockey Player Mark Pavelich Hosting Special Events to Raise Money for Mental Health “Ranch”

The event will help raise money for a project Pavelich was working on before his death: "The Ranch: Teammates for Life" which rehabs, researches and educates people on mental illness.
Sam Ali,

SAUK CENTRE, Minn. – Evelth native and former UMD hockey standout Mark Pavelich will be honored and remembered with multiple events next weekend. Friends and family of the “Miracle on Ice” star want to use the event to continue the conversation of mental health awareness, while also shining a light on who Pavelich was, besides his own mental illness. “People…

Huskies 86
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Hang On for Big, Bounce-Back Win Over La Crosse Loggers

Ambren Voitik delivered the game-winning RBI in the sixth inning to give the Huskies the series split over divisional foes La Crosse.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Ambren Voitik delivered the game-winning RBI with the bases loaded and no outs in the sixth to score Brett Paulsen to give the Huskies got the 4-3 win over the La Crosse Loggers. Mike Boeve went 1-for-3 with 2 RBI while Michael Broks went 1-for-3 with two runs scored. Richard Kiel got the win, allowing just one…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Laura Harmon Stepping Down as Head Coach of Track & Field, Cross Country Programs

Harmon has coached two Bulldogs to All-American status: hurdler Danielle Kohlwey three times and Haleigh Reindl in the 800-meter run.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday morning, UMD’s Laura Harmon announced that she is stepping down as the head coach of the Bulldogs’ track & field and cross country teams. According to a press release, Harmon says she would like to focus on being closer to family back home, but will be keeping tabs on the team this year and into the…

Active Adventures
Active Adventures, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Active Adventures: Mountain Biking Down Spirit Mountain

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this edition of Active Adventures, we take you Mountain Biking down the trails at Spirit Mountain, ahead of the Kraus Anderson Bike Festival this weekend. Categories: Active Adventures, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News Tags: Active Adventures, Duluth Bike Festival, jon regenold, Kraus-Anderson Bike Festival, Max Fierek, Mountain biking, Spirit Mountain

Umd Basketball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball to Face University of Nevada This Upcoming Season

It will be the first time UMD will face a Division I opponent since 2018 when the Bulldogs battled Minnesota.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This upcoming season, the UMD men’s basketball team will be heading out west for a very special exhibition game. The Bulldogs will take on the University of Nevada on December 15th. It will be the first time UMD will face a Division I opponent since 2018 when the Bulldogs battled Minnesota. So what’s the connection between the…

Hermantown Baseball
High School, Sports

State Tournament Awaits Hermantown VFW Baseball Team

Hermantown will open up against Owatonna next Thursday.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown VFW baseball team is getting set for the state tournament next week. The Hawks are coming off a thrilling come-from-behind win during the district tournament. And that momentum could be key as they’ll battle some stiff competition. “We were kind of struggling going into the playoffs. We started out as the 5th seed. And that…

Huskies
College, Northwoods League, Sports

La Crosse Loggers’ Bats Too Much for Duluth Huskies

Mike Boeve led the Huskies with two hits and two RBI as they will be back at home against the Loggers on Friday night.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The La Crosse Loggers would scored seven runs in the first inning and eight runs in the fifth inning as they topped the Duluth Huskies 18-6 Thursday night at Wade Stadium. Mike Boeve led the Huskies with two hits and two RBI as they will be back at home against the Loggers on Friday night. Categories: College,…

Ashton Bell
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Ashton Bell Named to Canadian National Team for 2021 World Championship

This past season, Bell captained UMD to their first NCAA Frozen Four appearance in over a decade.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday, UMD’s Ashton Bell was selected as one of 25 players to represent Canada at the 2021 IIHF women’s world championships in Calgary. Bell is one of just three NCAA players selected, but won’t be the only Bulldog as former UMD standout Jocelyne Larocque will be playing as well. This past season, Bell captained UMD to their…

Superior Football
High School, Sports

Superior Football Team Ready for Quick Turnaround from Alternate Spring Season

Superior will open their season August 20th on the road against Ellsworth.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – While most teams haven’t played a game in nearly a year, the Superior football team were in action just three months ago as part of the WIAA’s alternate spring season. The Spartans finished with a 5-1 record and they’re hoping that positive momentum will carry over into this fall so there are no issues with the quick…

Proctor Baseball
High School, Sports

Proctor Junior Legion Baseball Team Gets Set for State Tournament

The Junior Legion baseball tournament will take place in Montevideo. Proctor will open up Friday at 3 p.m. against Caledonia.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Proctor Junior Legion baseball team is getting set for the state tournament this upcoming weekend. The Rails defeated Esko in the Northeast Substate Region behind some stellar pitching. And now, they’ll take on the best teams in the state in their first year as a program. “I think it’s crazy. I never really thought this would…

Amnicon
Community, Great Outdoors, News, News - Latest News, Weather in the News

Cooling Off: Visitors Embrace the Natural Beauty of Amnicon Falls State Park

Amnicon Falls State Park is Located in South Range, Wisconsin
Brett Scott,

SOUTH RANGE, Wis. – It’s hard to come by from the sky this summer, so folks are flocking to any source of water they can to catch some relief from the heat. “Oh, we love it! If you haven’t been here, check it out,” said Tatiana Patterson, visiting Amnicon Falls State Park from New Berlin, Wisconsin. With over 40 waterfalls…

Northwestern Football
High School, Sports

Fall Practices Begin for Highly Motivated Northwestern Football Team

The Tigers kick off the 2021 season on the road at Ashland in a matchup that hasn't happened in years. Kickoff on August 20 is set for 7:00 p.m. 
Claudia Chakamian,

MAPLE, Wis. – Last year was a weird one for everyone, especially for the Northwestern football team as the Tigers lost a regular season game for the first time in years and didn’t win the Heart O’North Conference title. Now, these young Tigers are extra motivated to get back to their normal standard. “There’s only one conference champion right, you…

Jen Walter
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball’s Jen Walter Leaving Program to Join St. Thomas

Walter is the fastest coach in program history to reach 100 wins and in 2018, led the Bulldogs to their first-ever appearance in the NCAA Super Regionals.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Six years ago after a storied coaching career at St. Scholastica, Jen Walter signed on to be the new head softball coach at UMD. And Tuesday, her short, but very eventful tenure, came to an end. Walter is leaving the program to become an assistant coach at Division I St. Thomas. Since taking over in the summer…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Picked To Finish First in North Division, John Larson Named Preseason Offensive Player of the Year

The Bulldogs will open their season September 2nd on the road against Upper Iowa.
Sam Ali,

BURNSVILLE, Minn. – The UMD football team has been picked to finish first in the North division in the NSIC Preseason Coaches poll. The top overall ranking went to Minnesota State-Mankato. UMD is preparing for its first game in two years as they will open fall camp later this week. Senior quarterback John Larson was named Preseason Offensive Player of…

Twin Ports Olympics
High School, Professional Sports, Sports

Twin Ports Gymnastics Talk Team USA Success at the Olympics

The most popular USA gymnast is of course St. Paul native Suni Lee, who captured a gold medal last week.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Olympics are well underway and Team USA’s gymnastics squad has already racked up five medals, including two gold. Twin Ports Gymnastics has been following the action too, especially with three Minnesota natives representing the state in Tokyo. “It’s very impressive and it’s very exciting. It really gives these athletes here motivation. And it’s nice that it’s…

Starks Academy Camp
Professional Sports, Sports

Timberwolves & Lynx Basketball Academy Summer Clinics Returns to Northland for Second Year

Academy coaches from the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx put on these clinics throughout the summer, hoping to create relationships with the youth basketball players across the state. The two sessions in Proctor this week sold out, with 40 kids in each excited to learn from the experts.
Claudia Chakamian,

PROCTOR, Minn. – In 2019, Starks Academy had the largest showing of any of the Minnesota Timberwolves & Lynx Basketball Academy Summer Clinics. Now the youth basketball camps are back for its second year and the sessions in Proctor were sold out as local basketball players were ready to learn from the pros. “It’s bigger than basketball, it’s really reaching…

Css Macmillan Resigns
College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Julianne Vasichek Named New Women’s Hockey Coach as Jackie MacMillan Resigns

Vasichek is a UMD grad who played on defense for the 2002 and 2003 national championship teams.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Since its inception eleven years ago, the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team has had one coach: Jackie MacMillan. And after 149 career wins, the program’s pioneer is stepping off the bench. Monday, MacMillan announced her resignation to pursue other opportunities. The Saints made it to the NCHA championship game in each of the last three seasons and…