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UMD’s Moorjani & Hanson Earn First Team All-NSIC Conference Nods

Other Bulldogs getting recognition were Claire Bjorge, Lexi Karge, and Noah Paulson, who all achieved 2nd team status.

February 26, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams each had a player earn first team all-NSIC conference honors. Guards Myra Moorjani and Kole Hanson each earned that recognition. Moorjani is currently averaging almost 14 points per game and Hanson is at 15 points per game. Other Bulldogs getting recognition were Claire Bjorge, Lexi Karge, and Noah Paulson, who all…

St. Scholastica Football Hires Joe Gatz as Team’s New Offensive Coordinator

Gatz takes over for Justin Sinz, who took a job with Abilene Christian.

February 26, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica Saints have a new offensive coordinator. Former Northern Michigan offensive line coach Joe Gatz has recently joined the team. He led a Wildcats line that was 28th in the nation for rushing attack and 14th for fewest sacks allowed. Gatz takes over for Justin Sinz, who took a job with Abilene Christian. Categories: College, Sports

Hibbing/Chisholm Knocks Off C-E-C in OT for 2nd Straight Year to Claim Section 7A Title

Isaiah Hildenbrand scored the game-winning goal with 5.9 seconds left in the extra period to give Hibbing/Chisholm the 3-2 win.

February 25, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd straight year, the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton and Hibbing/Chisholm boys hockey teams met in the Section 7A title game. And for the 2nd straight season, the Bluejackets went on to defeat the Lumberjacks in overtime to head back to state. Isaiah Hildenbrand scored the game-winning goal with 5.9 seconds left in the extra period to give Hibbing/Chisholm the…

UMD Men’s Basketball Gets Past Minot State in OT to Advance to NSIC Quarterfinals

UMD will next face Concordia-St. Paul in the quarterfinals on Sunday.

February 25, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team survived and advanced on Wednesday night, defeating Minot State 74 to 68 in overtime in the NSIC first round. The Bulldogs were led by Kole Hanson, who had 18 points in the victory. UMD will next face Concordia-St. Paul in the quarterfinals on Sunday. Tip-off is set for 7 PM in Sioux Falls….

Duluth Denfeld Girls Hoops Unable to Protect Home Court in 7AAA Quarterfinal Loss to Chisago Lakes

In other 7AAA action, Rock Ridge, Hermantown, and Cloquet all advanced to the semifinals.

February 25, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld girls basketball team saw their season come to a close on Wednesday, falling to Chisago Lakes 59 to 55 in overtime. The Hunters finish the year with a 12-15 overall record. Other 7AAA quarterfinal scores: North Branch 27, Rock Ridge 103 FINAL Grand Rapids 54, Hermantown 80 FINAL Hibbing 47, Cloquet 71 FINAL 7AAA Semifinal…

Northern Star: Noah Kubicek

At the team's last three meets, Kubicek has placed first for both the 200 and 400 meter dash.

February 25, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica senior sprinter Noah Kubicek is off and running in his final year as a Saint. Literally. At the team’s last three meets, Kubicek has placed first for both the 200 and 400 meter dash. “Basically just execution at this point. I’m pretty confident that I’ve put in the work throughout the last four years and that’s…

#9 UMD Women’s Hockey to Meet MSU-Mankato for 3rd Time in WCHA Playoffs

The Bulldogs currently have a 17-game unbeaten streak against the Mavericks.

February 25, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team closed out the regular season in a big way, sweeping Minnesota for the first time since 2017. Now, the Bulldogs shift their focus to the conference tournament as they are set to welcome in 14th ranked Minnesota State-Mankato for the quarterfinals this weekend. UMD has met the Mavericks just twice in the postseason,…

#9 UMD Men’s Hockey Closing Out Regular Season with Home Series Against Colorado College

In the last 10 meetings between the two teams, UMD has gone 4-5-1.

February 25, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has just one regular season series to go. The Bulldogs will face the Tigers of Colorado College this upcoming weekend for the 2nd time in the 2025-2026 season. In the last meeting in November, the two teams split with UMD taking game one, 4 to 2 and Colorado College taking game two, 2…

Downtown Duluth snow clearing scheduled

February 25, 2026

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth street maintenance crews will be removing snow from right-of-ways in the downtown business district on Thursday, February 26 and Friday, February 27, 2026. Snow removal operations will generally occur from 7:00 AM until 3:30 PM. Some people call the clearing process “the snow train.” No parking signs will be posted in the area ahead of…

Army Corp of engineers approve permit for line 5 relocation

February 25, 2026

Jason VanHorn, The Associated Press,

FILE – Pipeline used to carry crude oil sits at the Superior, Wis., terminal of Enbridge Energy, June 29, 2018. DULUTH, Minn. & MADISON, Wis. — Energy company Enbridge has finally started work on rerouting an aging oil pipeline around a tribal reservation in northern Wisconsin after seven years of legal wrangling, moving ahead despite two new lawsuits that still…

Former Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah gets new job

February 25, 2026

Matt McConico,

FILE – Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah watches his team prepare before the start of a preseason NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, in Minneapolis. SAN FRANCISCO – Matt Barrows, who covers the San Francisco 49ers for The Athletic, says Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is returning to the 49ers. Barrows posted on X, “49ers are welcoming…

Benson’s OT Goal Lifts Superior Girls Hockey Past Hayward in Sectional Semifinals

The Spartans will next face Northland Pines in the sectional final on Saturday in Hayward.

February 24, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls hockey team earned redemption on Tuesday night. After falling to Hayward in the season opener back in November, the Spartans returned the favor with a 3-2 win over the Hurricanes in the D1 sectional semifinals. Addy Benson scored the game-winning goal in overtime for Superior. The Spartans will next face Northland Pines in the sectional…

Carlson Tallies 2,000th Career Point in Proctor’s 1st Round Win Over Two Harbors

Proctor will next face Esko in the quarterfinals on Saturday in Cloquet.

February 24, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team extended their season on Tuesday, defeating Two Harbors 72 to 30 in the first round of the Section 7AA tournament. Chloe Carlson tallied her 2,000th career point in the victory. Proctor will next face Esko in the quarterfinals on Saturday in Cloquet. Other 7AA scores: Pillager 36, Esko 64 FINAL Moose Lake/Willow River…

Superior Girls Basketball Sees Season End in Regional Loss to Chippewa Falls

Superior finishes the year with a 5-20 overall record.

February 24, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls basketball team began postseason play on Tuesday, facing Chippewa Falls in regional action. Unfortunately, the Cardinals proved to be too much as they took down the Spartans, 61 to 43. Superior finishes the year with a 5-20 overall record. Categories: High School, Sports

St. Scholastica Track & Field Prepping for MIAC Indoor Championships

The MIAC Indoor Championships take place at Carleton College on Friday & Saturday.

February 24, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Like a number of winter sports, the Indoor Track and Field season is officially winding down. This upcoming weekend, St. Scholastica is set to compete at the MIAC Indoor Championships at Carleton College. Saints associate head coach Jeff Cottrell says less is more at this point and the work they put in during the off-season and the previous…

UMD’s Grace Sadura Named Finalist for Hockey Humanitarian Award

It's the 3rd time in program history and 3rd time in five seasons that the Bulldogs have had a finalist.

February 24, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD junior forward Grace Sadura is one step closer to becoming the 2nd Bulldog ever to win the Hockey Humanitarian Award. On Tuesday, she was named as one of the five finalists for the award. It’s the 3rd time in program history and 3rd time in five seasons that the Bulldogs have had a finalist. She joins 2023…

Two Harbors Kicker Zach Johnson to Continue Playing Career at Jamestown

During his Agate career, Johnson went 90 for 99 on extra points and 8 of 15 on field goal attempts.

February 24, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- Two Harbors senior kicker Zach Johnson is making the jump to the division two ranks next fall. Johnson is set to kick for the Jimmies of Jamestown, out of the NSIC conference. During his Agate career, he went 90 for 99 on extra points and 8 of 15 on field goal attempts. Johnson also played tight end…

Superior City FC & Head Coach Otto Berti Agree to Part Ways

Berti led the Navy to a playoff appearance in 2023 and a Wisconsin Cup win in 2024.

February 24, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men’s team is in search of a new head coach. On Monday, the squad announced that they and Otto Berti have agreed to part ways. Berti, who also coaches the Superior boys soccer team, spent three summers at the helm. He led the Navy to a playoff appearance in 2023 and a Wisconsin Cup…

Falcons GM confirms the team has told QB Kirk Cousins he’ll be released when free agency opens

February 24, 2026

Matt McConico,

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have informed quarterback Kirk Cousins they plan to release the 14-year veteran when NFL free agency opens next month, new general manager Ian Cunningham said Tuesday. “What he’s done in his career, we owe that to him just to allow him some clarity going into free agency,” Cunningham said at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis. Cousins played…

Fond du Lac Ojibwe Boys Hoops Holds Off Duluth Marshall at the Buzzer

Fond du Lac Ojibwe will next play at Littlefork-Big Falls on Tuesday.

February 23, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Fond du Lac Ojibwe boys basketball team picked up their 9th win of the season on Monday, defeating Duluth Marshall 59 to 57. The Hilltoppers had a chance for the win with under five seconds left but the three point attempt fell short. Fond du Lac Ojibwe will next play at Littlefork-Big Falls on Tuesday. As for…

Huskies Sign Esko’s Finn Furcht & Solon Springs’ Abe Ahlberg

Duluth's first game is May 25th at La Crosse.

February 23, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies announced their first couple of signings for the upcoming season. And two of the three signings are local talent. Esko’s Finn Furcht and Solon Springs’ Abe Ahlberg are set to suit up for Duluth this summer. Furcht is currently in his 2nd season with Iowa Western Community College and Ahlberg is playing for Colorado Mesa…

Duluth East Soccer Standout Lilly Kuettel Commits to Marquette University

Kuettel is currently 5th in Greyhound career points entering her senior season.

February 23, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth East forward Lilly Kuettel may have one year remaining with the Greyhounds. But, she already knows where she’s heading next. Kuettel recently committed to Marquette, a Division one program out of the Big East Conference. Just this past season, number five had a team-leading 18 assists with 25 goals. She also played a role in helping lead…

Gascon Named WCHA Goaltender of the Week, Bulldog Women & Men Ranked 9th in USCHO Poll

Both the men and women will be home this upcoming weekend.

February 23, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the first time since 2017, the UMD women’s hockey team is coming off a weekend sweep of Minnesota. As a result, the team has moved up a spot in the latest USCHO poll. The Bulldogs are now the 9th team in the nation. It was a big weekend for their goaltender, Eve Gascon, who earned her 6th…

Makenzie Cole Becomes All-Time Saves Leader at CSS, Also Named MIAC Defender of the Week

Cole finished with 2,316 stops, which broke the record of 2,227 saves, which was set by former Saints standout Lexi Thomaczek.

February 23, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Grand Rapids/Greenway goaltender and current St. Scholastica goaltender Makenzie Cole ended her Saints career by achieving history. Cole became the all-time saves leader in Scholastica’s weekend series against St. Catherine. She finished with 2,316 stops, which broke the record of 2,227 saves, which was set by former Saints standout Lexi Thomaczek. Cole, who was named MIAC Defensive…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Basketball Both Clinch NSIC North Title, Bulldog Women Earn First Round Bye

UMD men to host Minot State on Wednesday in first round of NSIC tournament.

February 23, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams claimed the NSIC North Division title this past weekend, following victories against MSU-Moorhead. The Bulldog women also clinched a first round bye in the upcoming NSIC tournament. As for the UMD men, they will host Minot State this upcoming Wednesday in first round action. Tip-off is set for 6 PM…

Ice shelter removal deadlines approaching

February 23, 2026

Matt McConico,

Ice Fishing State Boundary Map DULUTH, Minn. — Recent warm weather has deteriorated many public water accesses in the central and southern parts of Minnesota and prompted thin-ice warnings for some bodies of water. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources wants to remind anglers to start planning for bringing them off the ice in advance of approaching removal deadlines. “It’s…

Former Vikings defensive back passes away

February 23, 2026

Matt McConico,

EAGAN, Minn. – Former Vikings defensive back Ronyell Whitaker passed away on February 22, 2026. In 2006, Whitaker joined the Vikings. He appeared in 27 games for the Vikings in the 2006 and 2007 seasons. He recorded 31 tackles, a pass defended and a fumble recovery over those seasons. RELATED: Vikings Wide Receive Rondale Moore passes away His family issued…

Section 7A Boys Hockey: Hibbing/Chisholm & C-E-C Set to Meet in Championship Game for Second Consecutive Year

The championship game is on Wednesday, February 25th, at Amsoil Arena.

February 22, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday, the Section 7A semifinal rounds took place at Amsoil Arena. The top-seeded Hibbing/Chisholm Bluejackets faced off against the Proctor Rails. The Bluejackets rolled past the Rails, skating away with a 10-1 win to punch their ticket to the 7A title game. On the other side of the bracket, the Hermantown Hawks clashed with Cloquet/Esko/Carlton. The Lumberjacks…

Section 7AA Boys Hockey: Grand Rapids Blanks Forest Lake, Rock Ridge Knocks off Duluth East in Double Overtime

Grand Rapids will face off against Rock Ridge in the Section 7AA title game.

February 22, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Section 7AA boys hockey playoffs continued on Saturday at Amsoil Arena. In the first semifinal game, the Grand Rapids Thunderhawks shut out Forest Lake 5-0 to advance to the 7AA championship game. The Thunderhawks will face Rock Ridge in the title game, who defeated Duluth East 5-4 in double overtime. The winner of the Section 7AA title…

U.S. beats Canada 2-1 in overtime to win its first men’s hockey championship at the Olympics since 1980

February 22, 2026

Matt McConico,

United States’ Matt Boldy, center, celebrates after scoring the opening goal during a men’s ice hockey gold medal game between Canada and the United States at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Milan, Italy, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. MILAN (AP) — The United States is on top of the hockey world for the first time in nearly a half-century. No miracle needed. Jack…

#10 UMD Women’s Hockey Takes Series Sweep Over #3 Minnesota for the First Time Since 2017

Tova Henderson scored both overtime goals in the Bulldogs series sweep against Minnesota.

February 21, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team wrapped up its series with #3 Minnesota on Saturday night. It was another battle between the Bulldogs and the Golden Gophers, ending regulation tied 1-1. In overtime, Bulldog defender Tova Henderson was the hero for the Bulldogs again, knocking down the game-winning goal to take down the Gophers 2-1 in OT. Henderson scored…

Vikings Wide Receive Rondale Moore passes away

February 21, 2026

Matt McConico,

Rondale Moore NEW ALBANY, Ind. (AP) — Rondale Moore, an NFL receiver who had season-ending training camp knee injuries in each of the last two years after a standout college career at Purdue and a promising start with the Arizona Cardinals, was found dead Saturday, authorities said. He was 25. Police said Moore died of a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound. Moore…

Prep Basketball: Superior Boys & Hermantown Girls Both Extend Respective Win Streaks

On Friday, both the Superior boys and Hermantown girls basketball teams earned home wins.

February 20, 2026

Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys basketball team was back on its home floor on Friday night, taking on Hermantown. The Spartans extend their win streak to four, after a 66-56 win over the Hawks. Superior will close out the season on the road against Duluth Denfeld on Tuesday, February 24th. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. For Hermantown, their next…

Kendal Gustavsson’s Lone Goal Lifts UWS Women’s Hockey to Victory Over Beloit

UWS will close out their series with Beloit on Saturday, February 21st.

February 20, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS women’s hockey team hosted its final regular season series, facing off against Beloit. The Yellowjackets secured a 1-0 win over the Buccaneers thanks to former Hibbing/Chisholm Bluejacket Kendal Gustavsson, who scored late in the second period. UWS will close out their series with Beloit on Saturday, February 21st. Game time is at 2 p.m. Categories: College,…

Henderson’s OT Goal Gives #10 UMD Women’s Hockey First Win at #3 Minnesota Since 2022

UMD will aim for the sweep on Saturday with puck drop at 2 PM.

February 20, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team entered a crucial series on Friday night with Minnesota. After trading goals in the 1st period and then trading goals in the 2nd and 3rd, the two teams eventually went to overtime tied at two. That’s where Bulldog defender Tova Henderson called game, netting the game-winning goal to give UMD their first win…

#9 UMD Men’s Hockey Rallies Out of Two-Goal Deficit to Take Game One From #20 Miami

Hunter Anderson, Max Plante, Scout Truman, Jayson Shaugabay, and Callum Arnott were the goal-scorers for UMD.

February 20, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

OXFORD, Ohio.- The UMD men’s hockey team returned from their bye week on Friday to begin a two-game series with Miami of Ohio. After trailing 2-0 early in the 2nd period, the Bulldogs responded with five unanswered goals, two in the 2nd and three in the 3rd to come away with the 5-2 win. Hunter Anderson, Max Plante, Scout Truman,…

Tate Swanson Named Finalist for Mr. Hockey Award, Bryce Francisco Up for Brimsek Award

The award winners will be announced during state tournament week.

February 20, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

HIBBING, Minn.- The finalists for the top two awards in prep boys hockey in Minnesota were announced on Friday. Landing on the list for each award included a local product. First for the Mr. Hockey Award, Hibbing/Chisholm’s Tate Swanson is one of 10 finalists. He currently leads the Bluejackets with 26 goals and 37 assists. Then for the Frank Brimsek…

Former Hermantown Goaltender Dane Callaway Commits to Long Island University

Callaway currently is a member of the Waterloo Black Hawks of the USHL.

February 20, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Former Hermantown goaltender Dane Callaway has announced his college commitment to Long Island University. He last manned the pipes for the Hawks during the 2023-2024 season. In 31 games played, Callaway posted a saves percentage of .933 and had a goals against average of 1.86. Overall, he had a record of 20-9-2. Callaway currently is a member of…

Duluth Marshall’s Marsolek & Hayden Announce Next Steps in Baseball Careers

The duo also helped lead the Hilltoppers to a state tournament appearance last season.

February 20, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- On the diamond, Two Duluth Marshall baseball players have found their next home at the college level. Junior Pitcher Alden Marsolek will join his older brother Owen Marsolek at St. Thomas. Last season Alden recorded an ERA of 1.30 on the mound and threw 40 strikeouts in 8 games. The other Hilltopper who will continue his baseball career…

Mid-day Firescape Voyageurs National Park

Winter cattail burns to happen in Voyageurs National Park

February 20, 2026

Matt McConico,

Prescribed burns in Voyageurs National Park INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. – Voyageurs National Park staff will be conducting prescribed burns in selected wetlands in and near Black Bay and Cranberry Bay on Rainy Lake in February and March 2026. The prescribed burns will remove unwanted invasive cattails and dead vegetation. They also have the goals of rejuvenating wetland plant communities, and…

Duluth and Superior soccer clubs entering strategic management agreements

February 20, 2026

Matt McConico,

Northland Sports Management Logo DULUTH, Minn. & SUPERIOR, Wis. – Duluth FC and Superior City FC are announcing new strategic management agreements with Northland Sports Management. They point out “this is not a merger.” Duluth FC and Superior City FC will remain distinct, independent clubs, each retaining its own governance, competitive pathways, and brand identity – preserving their full independence….

New bridge installed in Nemadji State Forest

February 20, 2026

Matt McConico,

Net River Forest Road Bridge NICKERSON TOWNSHIP, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has completed a bridge replacement and road improvement project on the Net River Forest Road in the Nemadji State Forest. It was the final phase of a multiyear project to reconstruct the road to make it safer and more accessible for both recreation and forest management….

2-time NL manager of the year Pat Murphy agrees to contract extension with Brewers

February 20, 2026

Matt McConico,

FILE – Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy watches during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of baseball’s National League Championship Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Milwaukee. PHOENIX (AP) — Milwaukee’s Pat Murphy has agreed to a multi-year contract extension after leading the Brewers to division titles and getting selected as NL…

Superior Boys Hockey Tops Eau Claire Memorial in Regional Final, Advance to Sectionals

Next up for Superior is a matchup with Hudson in the sectional semifinals.

February 19, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys hockey team just keeps on winning. On Thursday, the Spartans defeated Eau Claire Memorial 5-2 to win the regional final. Henry Haugen had two goals in the contest to lead Superior offensively. Next up for Superior is a matchup with Hudson in the sectional semifinals. That game takes place at 7 PM on February 24th…

Proctor Girls Basketball Holds Off Cromwell-Wright, Duluth Marshall Rolls Past Aitkin

On Thursday, both the Duluth Marshall and Proctor girls basketball teams earned home wins.

February 19, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Thursday, both the Duluth Marshall and Proctor girls basketball teams earned home wins. The Hilltoppers rolled past Aitkin, defeating the Gobblers 112-40. Duluth Marshall wrapped up the regular season with a 19-7. For the Rails, they defeated Cromwell-Wright 59-58, to improve to 18-7. Proctor will close out the regular season hosting Mountain Iron-Buhl on Saturday, February 21st….

CSS Women’s Basketball Suffers First Home Loss in Tough Battle with Gustavus Adolphus

CSS is back at Reif Gym one more time this season, taking on Concordia.

February 19, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS women’s basketball team hosted Gustavus Adolphus on Thursday in a potential MIAC playoff preview. Unfortunately, the Gusties defeated the Saints 68-62 to hand CSS their first home loss of the season. CSS is back at Reif Gym one more time this season, taking on Concordia. The Saints’ final regular season game against the Cobbers is on…

After Bye Week, #9 UMD Men’s Hockey to Return to Action at Miami of Ohio

UMD is 9th when it comes to the NCAA Percentage Index, which is the formula used to select at-large teams and seed the NCAA tournament.

February 19, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After having last weekend off, the 9th ranked UMD men’s hockey team is back in action this upcoming Friday at Miami of Ohio. The Bulldogs are still in good shape when it comes to national tournament hopes. UMD is 9th when it comes to the NCAA Percentage Index, which is the formula used to select at-large teams and…

Carlson & Forsline Named to MGBCA All-Star Series Roster

Carlson and Forsline both became the all-time scoring leaders for their respective teams in recent weeks.

February 19, 2026

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two local girls basketball standouts will get the chance to suit up one last time for their schools following the conclusion of their seasons. Proctor’s Chloe Carlson and Mesabi East’s Marta Forsline were both named to the roster for the Minnesota Girls Basketball All-Star Series. Carlson and Forsline both became the all-time scoring leaders for their respective teams…

Duluth Sport Show kicks off at the DECC

February 19, 2026

Jadie Jones,

DULUTH, Minn. — One of the Northland’s biggest sporting exhibitions is underway at the DECC. The annual Duluth Sport Show kicked off at 3 pm Thursday, February 19th. Four halls contain hundreds of products, vendors, and activities. From boats, RVs, and resorts to demonstrations and free face painting – there will be something fun for everyone. “It’s become a tradition….

Northern Star: Proctor/Hermantown Mirage

The Mirage earned their sixth straight section 7A championship last week.

February 18, 2026

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage has put together a girls hockey dynasty. The Mirage earned their sixth straight section 7A championship last week, taking down North Shore 5 to 1. But the Mirage’s success didn’t happen overnight. “I think it goes to the girls’ efforts on and off the ice. Especially during the off-season, they have to train and be…

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Other Bulldogs getting recognition were Claire Bjorge, Lexi Karge, and Noah Paulson, who all achieved 2nd team status.

Gatz takes over for Justin Sinz, who took a job with Abilene Christian.

Isaiah Hildenbrand scored the game-winning goal with 5.9 seconds left in the extra period to give Hibbing/Chisholm the 3-2 win.

UMD will next face Concordia-St. Paul in the quarterfinals on Sunday.

In other 7AAA action, Rock Ridge, Hermantown, and Cloquet all advanced to the semifinals.

At the team's last three meets, Kubicek has placed first for both the 200 and 400 meter dash.

The Bulldogs currently have a 17-game unbeaten streak against the Mavericks.

In the last 10 meetings between the two teams, UMD has gone 4-5-1.

The Spartans will next face Northland Pines in the sectional final on Saturday in Hayward.

Proctor will next face Esko in the quarterfinals on Saturday in Cloquet.

Superior finishes the year with a 5-20 overall record.

The MIAC Indoor Championships take place at Carleton College on Friday & Saturday.

It's the 3rd time in program history and 3rd time in five seasons that the Bulldogs have had a finalist.

During his Agate career, Johnson went 90 for 99 on extra points and 8 of 15 on field goal attempts.

Berti led the Navy to a playoff appearance in 2023 and a Wisconsin Cup win in 2024.

Fond du Lac Ojibwe will next play at Littlefork-Big Falls on Tuesday.

Duluth's first game is May 25th at La Crosse.

Kuettel is currently 5th in Greyhound career points entering her senior season.

Both the men and women will be home this upcoming weekend.

Cole finished with 2,316 stops, which broke the record of 2,227 saves, which was set by former Saints standout Lexi Thomaczek.

UMD men to host Minot State on Wednesday in first round of NSIC tournament.

The championship game is on Wednesday, February 25th, at Amsoil Arena.

Grand Rapids will face off against Rock Ridge in the Section 7AA title game.

Tova Henderson scored both overtime goals in the Bulldogs series sweep against Minnesota.

On Friday, both the Superior boys and Hermantown girls basketball teams earned home wins.

UWS will close out their series with Beloit on Saturday, February 21st.

UMD will aim for the sweep on Saturday with puck drop at 2 PM.

Hunter Anderson, Max Plante, Scout Truman, Jayson Shaugabay, and Callum Arnott were the goal-scorers for UMD.

The award winners will be announced during state tournament week.

Callaway currently is a member of the Waterloo Black Hawks of the USHL.

The duo also helped lead the Hilltoppers to a state tournament appearance last season.

Next up for Superior is a matchup with Hudson in the sectional semifinals.

On Thursday, both the Duluth Marshall and Proctor girls basketball teams earned home wins.

CSS is back at Reif Gym one more time this season, taking on Concordia.

UMD is 9th when it comes to the NCAA Percentage Index, which is the formula used to select at-large teams and seed the NCAA tournament.

Carlson and Forsline both became the all-time scoring leaders for their respective teams in recent weeks.

The Mirage earned their sixth straight section 7A championship last week.

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