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High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Cloquet & Grand Rapids Earn Straight Set Victories

The Lumberjacks (16-1) will next host Duluth Denfeld on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Thunderhawks (12-5) return home Thursday to host Duluth Marshall.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet volleyball team continued their winning ways on Tuesday, topping Esko in straight sets. Ava Carlson led the team with 15 kills in the contest. The Lumberjacks (16-1) will next host Duluth Denfeld on Thursday. In other volleyball action, Grand Rapids would defeat Proctor in three sets. The Thunderhawks (12-5) return home Thursday to host Duluth Marshall….

Brewers
Professional Sports, Sports

Brewers Clinch 3rd NL Central Title in 6 Seasons Despite Loss to Cardinals and with Help from Braves

The Milwaukee Brewers clinched the NL Central title for the third time in six seasons Tuesday night.
The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers clinched the NL Central title for the third time in six seasons Tuesday night, despite a 4-1 loss to the last-place St. Louis Cardinals and with the help of a come-from-behind win by the Atlanta Braves. Milwaukee clinched its second division crown in three seasons when the Chicago Cubs dropped a 7-6 decision to…

Umd Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coming Off Complete Game, UMD Football Turns Attention to Winona State

The Warriors and Bulldogs kick things off on Saturday at Malosky Stadium at noon.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Head Coach Curt Wiese said in his weekly presser before their contest against Southwest Minnesota State that he was hoping for a complete game. And that’s exactly what his team gave him on Saturday as they blanked the Mustangs 33 to nothing. UMD’s defense had nine tackle for losses, five sacks, and four forced turnovers. Special teams was…

Rooney
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Report: Former UMD Goaltender Maddie Rooney to Join PWHL Minnesota for Camp

Rooney last played in the PWHPA for Team Adidas. In nine games, she had a saves percentage of 91 percent.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Former UMD goaltender Maddie Rooney may have not heard her name called in the PWHL draft back on September 18th. But, coming up in November she will have a chance to earn a spot on the PWHL Minnesota roster. Ian Kennedy, from the Hockey News, has reported that the olympic gold medalist has received and accepted a…

D East Gsoc
High School, Sports

Duluth East Girls Soccer Extends Win Streak to Four Games

The Greyhounds haven't lost a game since September 9th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls soccer was victorius again on Monday, topping Proctor at home, 3 to 0. The Greyhounds haven’t lost a game since September 9th. Duluth East (7-3-2) will next host Cambridge-Isanti on Wednesday. Proctor (2-10) will look to get back on track on Tuesday when they host Two Harbors. Categories: High School, Sports

Anick
College, Sports

Former Mirage Defender Ella Anick Earns WCHA Defender of the Week Honors

Anick was the only player in the WCHA to record a pair of multi-point games.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. CLOUD, Minn.- It was quite the debut for former Mirage defender Ella Anick over the weekend. Anick played in her first two games for St. Cloud State and would lead the WCHA with five points, four assists and a plus-five rating. As a result, she was named the WCHA Defender of the Week. Anick was the only player in…

Proctor Volleyball
High School, Sports

Proctor Spoils Two Harbors Senior Night With Sweep

Rails' first win in two weeks
Ben Burns,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- After losing their last two games, the Proctor Rails got back on track Monday night with a three-set sweep against Two Harbors on the Agates’ senior night. This win puts the Rails at 10-7 overall. They’ll have a tougher test on Tuesday when they host Grand Rapids (10-5.) Two Harbors has now dropped to 7-9 overall. The…

Norris
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

After Two Shutouts, UMD’s Jennifer Norris Named NSIC Goalkeeper of the Week

Norris made 12 saves, nine of which came from the Augustana contest on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After two shutouts over the weekend, UMD goalkeeper Jennifer Norris has earned the NSIC goalkeeper of the week award. Norris made 12 saves, nine of which came from the Augustana contest on Friday. She was also tasked with defending eight corner kicks. Norris has started and played in every minute for the Bulldogs this season. She’s made a…

Uscho Poll
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Ranked #17 in First USCHO Poll

UMD is one of five NCHC teams to make the top 20.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The first USCHO poll of the season came out on Monday morning. Coming in at number 17 is UMD. The Bulldogs would finish last year unranked. UMD is one of five NCHC teams to make the top 20. Three of their conference foes would make the top 10. They are Denver at number four, North Dakota at number…

Cox
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Kicker Curtis Cox Named NSIC Special Teams Player of the Week

Cox led the entire NSIC in points scored over all positions.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD kicker Curtis Cox could not miss on Saturday. He went a perfect four for four on field goals and three for three on extra points in UMD’s 33 to nothing win over Southwest Minnesota State. Because of his efforts, he was named NSIC Special Teams Player of the Week on Monday. Cox led the entire NSIC in…

College Soccer
College, Sports

College Soccer: UMD Draws, UWS Men Fall, UWS Women Win Fourth Straight

Second-straight game Bulldogs end in scoreless tie
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD and UW-Superior soccer players braved the elements in their respective Sunday afternoon matches. After tying 0-0 with Augustana on Friday, the Bulldogs once again left Malosky Stadium with a scoreless draw Sunday against Wayne State College. UMD out-shot the Wildcats 20-6, with Jessica Eischens tallying a team-high of three shots-on-goal. UMD will now prepare to face Concordia…

Top Play Of The Week: 9/22
Friday Night Frenzy, Plays of the Week, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 9/22

Denfeld's Manns runs 80 yards to end zone
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s Top Play of the Week belongs to Duluth Denfeld’s Taye Manns, who scored an 80-yard rushing touchdown in the Hunters’ second series of the game. Duluth Denfeld went on to defeat Duluth East and are now 4-0 to start the season. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Plays of the Week, Sports

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Football: Esko & Denfeld Improve to 4-0, Hermantown & Cloquet Earn “Home” Wins

Esko improves to 4-0 and will next host Two Harbors on September 29th.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- In a rematch of last year’s Section 7AAA title game, Esko would leave no doubt as they topped Pequot Lakes 60 to 0 on Friday. Esko improves to 4-0 and will next host Two Harbors on September 29th. Speaking of 4-0 teams, Duluth Denfeld took down crosstown rival Duluth East, 27 to 14 to remain unbeaten. Over in…

Nicklin
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Elevates Long-Time Goaltender Coach Brant Nicklin

Nicklin has been with the men's program since the 2014-2015 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- He’s been a volunteer goaltender coach on the UMD men’s hockey team since the 2014 and 2015 season, and now he’s being elevated for his efforts over the years. On Friday, the Bulldogs promoted goaltending coach Brant Nicklin to a paid assistant role. Nicklin is a UMD alum, as he played goalie for UMD from 1996 to 2000….

Duluth East Soccer
High School, Sports

Prep Soccer: Duluth East Girls, Boys Win At Home Over Denfeld

Girls earn second-straight shutout, boys capture first home victory
Ben Burns,

DULUTH Minn.- The Duluth East soccer teams successfully defended their home turf Thursday night with both the girls and boys taking down Duluth Denfeld. In the first game of the doubleheader, the Duluth East girls won 1-0 over the Hunters. The game’s lone goal came in the 10th minute when a corner kick from Kaysa Skoglund set up a header…

Hermantown Vb
High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Hermantown Bounces Back with Straight Set Victory over Denfeld

The Hawks improve to 7-1 and will next play at Pine City on September 25th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hermantown volleyball team was back in the win column on Thursday, defeating Duluth Denfeld in straight sets. The scores were 25-9, 25-8, and 25-15. The Hawks improve to 7-1 and will next play at Pine City on September 25th. Meanwhile, Duluth Denfeld (4-12) will play Brainerd at Duluth East on Saturday. Categories: High School, Sports

Nss Web
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Jared Schultz

Named Lakeland East 8-Player OPOY in 2022
Ben Burns,

MINONG, Wis.-Over the past decade, 8-player football has grown in Wisconsin, and so have the high school athletes lacing up on Friday nights. Take Northwood-Solon Springs quarterback Jared Schultz, who was last season’s Lakeland East 8-player offensive player of the year as a sophomore. On homecoming night last week, Schultz stole the show with five touchdowns, including a 75-yard score…

Css Volleyball
College, Sports

Carleton Spoils Home Opener for CSS Volleyball

CSS was led by Mikala Peterson, who had nine kills in the contest.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica volleyball would start strong against Carleton on Wednesday. Unfortunately, they would fall in the end in four sets. CSS was led by Mikala Peterson, who had nine kills in the contest. St. Scholastica (2-10) will next play at Augsburg on Saturday. Categories: College, Sports

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College, Sports

Morgan, UMD Volleyball Preparing for Northern State

Bulldogs split two games with Wolves in 2022
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- After winning two straight games on the road, the UMD volleyball will be back at home as they face a much tougher test on Friday when Northern State comes to town. Last season, UMD swept Northern State in their first meeting, but got a taste of their own medicine one month later when they lost to the Wolves in…

Uws Soccer
College, Sports

UWS Soccer Teams Defend Home Turf Against Northwestern

Both teams 3-2-1 overall
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Both of UW-Superior’s soccer teams earned wins Tuesday night in a doubleheader against Northwestern (Minn). For the men, it was a tie game 1-1 until Freddy Watson put the Yellow Jackets ahead in the second half to seal the 2-1 victory. Josh Bellamy recorded UWS’s first goal in the 22nd minute. The UWS women defeated the Eagles 3-1…

Umd Pwhl
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Crowell Reflects On NCAA-High 11 Bulldog Alums Selected in PWHL Draft

UMD would have two alums go in the top eight picks.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a memorable day for the PWHL and the UMD women’s hockey program on Monday. The Bulldogs would have an NCAA-high 11 alums picked in the inaugural draft. UMD would have two alums go in the top eight picks. Jocelyne Larocque to Toronto at pick number two and Ashton Bell to Ottawa at pick number eight. Gabbie…

Northland College Basketball
College, Sports

Scott Sorenson Steps Down as Men’s Basketball Coach at Northland College

In the 2016-2017 season, Sorenson guided the team to their best record since 1996.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- A longtime coach for Northland College has stepped down as the men’s basketball coach. Scott Sorenson is departing the team to join the University of Dubuque’s men’s program. In his first five seasons at the helm, the Lumberjacks ended with a better record than the year before. In the 2016-2017 season, he guided the team to their best…

Umd Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Looking For Complete Game Against SW Minnesota State

The Bulldogs have won eight of their last nine against the Mustangs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another week, another win for the UMD football team as they finally were able to get the monkey off their back and defeat Sioux Falls for the first time since 2013. Both the run game and passing game was clicking for UMD as the team had 550 yards of total offense. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing as…

Wild Practice
Professional Sports, Sports

Minnesota Wild to Hold Open Practice at AMSOIL Arena

This will be the 6th time the Wild have hosted a practice in Duluth. The last time they did it was back in 2021.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Wild will once again make their way to Duluth for an open practice. Minnesota will have their full roster of players at AMSOIL Arena on October 3rd for a training session from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public. The gates will open at 11. This will be the…

Sertich
High School, Sports

Esko’s Isaak Sertich to Play College Football at MSU-Mankato

Sertich has one touchdown and eight tackles for Esko so far this season.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Another Esko football standout will play college ball next fall. Isaak Sertich announced his commitment to Minnesota State-Mankato on Monday. Sertich, who plays wide receiver and linebacker, made the announcement via his own personal Twitter account. So far this season, Sertich has suited up in three games for Esko. He’s hauled in one touchdown offensively. On the defensive…

Prep Soccer
High School, Sports

Prep Soccer: Cloquet-Carlton Girls, Duluth Marshall Boys Earn Conference Wins

Lumberjacks shut out Hunters, Hilltoppers rally in Hermantown
Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer team once again proved why they’re the top squad in the Lake Superior Conference, defeating Duluth Denfeld 3-0 on Monday. Kiley Issendorf scored the Lumberjacks’ first goal, which was her sixth of the season. Later in the first half, Addison Sandman added to Cloquet-Carlton’s lead off a penalty kick. Cloquet-Carlton has had recent success…

Pwhldraftumdhockey
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

11 Former Bulldogs Selected in Inaugural PWHL Draft

Jocelyn Larocque was the first Bulldog off the board at pick number two. Jess Healey was the last at pick number 87.
Neil Vierzba,

TORONTO, Ontario.- 15 former Bulldogs anxiously awaited by their phones on Monday as the PWHL held their inaugural draft. It wouldn’t take long for one UMD defender to get selected. At pick number two, Toronto took two-time olympic gold medalist, Jocelyn Larocque. Larcoque was a two-time All-American at UMD, suiting up for the team from 2007 to 2011. Six picks…

Kemp
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Retires Jersey Number of Longtime Coach/Player Corey Kemp

Kemp's number 18 becomes the 3rd number to be retired in the program.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica baseball team held a jersey retirement ceremony for long time player and coach Corey Kemp on Saturday. Kemp’s number 18 becomes the 3rd number to be retired in the program. As a player, Kemp became the Saints all-time winningest pitcher his junior season and would finish his career with 29 wins. As a coach, he…

Wiese
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Head Football Coach Curt Wiese Reaches 100 Career Wins

91 of Wiese's wins have come at UMD. He previously had nine at Marietta College.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend, some history for UMD head football coach Curt Wiese. In UMD’s 42-34 victory over Sioux Falls, Wiese reached career win number 100 as a head college football coach. Saturday was his 91st career victory with the Bulldogs. He previously had nine at Marietta College. The Bulldogs also snapped a 10 year drought as they picked…

Marathon
Great Outdoors, Health, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Women’s Course Record Broken At 2023 NorthShore Inline Marathon

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The weather was perfect for this weekend’s NorthShore Inline Marathon — the largest of its kind in North America. Tone Coughlin Photography The 26.2-mile course is much like the course for Grandma’s Marathon, starting in Two Harbors and taking racers along the Scenic North Shore before entering the tunnels of I-35 and ending by the DECC. The…

Umd Soccer
College, Sports

Tobias’ Record-Setting Day Lifts Bulldogs Over Crookston

Fastest hat trick in NCAA Division II women's soccer history
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD Junior Anna Tobias made history in the Bulldogs’ 5-0 victory over Minnesota Crookston Sunday afternoon. After a scoreless first half, Tobias scored three goals in 68 seconds, setting a new record for the fastest hat trick in NCAA Division II women’s soccer. Tobias’ three goals puts her at a team-leading 5 goals on the season. Freshman Jessica…

Coaches Corner
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Jerimy Hallsten

Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we stopped by Esko to catch up with cross country head coach Jerimy Hallsten, who’s in his 11th season at the helm. On Tuesday, Esko will race in the John Woodbury CC Invitational at the Norwood Golf Course in Lake Nebagamon. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays Of The Week
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Plays of the Week, Sports

Top Plays of the Week 9/15

Proctor's opening drive ends with 62-yard score
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays both come from deep throws, but with differing results. At number two, Northwestern’s Boden Teal made a diving interception after boxing out a Cameron receiver. At number one, Proctor’s Zak McPhee aired it out to Dane Oman, who beat his defender along the sideline and let his feet do the rest for the 62-yard…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Football: Northwestern & Hermantown Drop 1st Game, Proctor & Cloquet Get in Win Column

Week 3 in Minnesota and Week 5 in Wisconsin is officially in the books.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

MAPLE, Wis.- In a big Heart O’North conference matchup on Friday, Northwestern football would see their first loss of the season, falling to Cameron 32 to 14. Over in Minnesota, North Branch would hold off Hermantown, 28-21 in a rematch of the 7AAAA section semifinals last season. Cloquet would survive a late 16 point run by Duluth East to earn…

Arbor Day
Community, Great Outdoors, News, News - Latest News

Duluth’s Arbor Day Shines Light On Public Orchards

Drew Kerner,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s apple picking season, or at least it is in sixteen different parks around Duluth. As part of Duluth’s Arbor Day, the Duluth Parks and Recreational team is informing the public about public orchards. There are twelve different varieties of apples within the 16 parks with public orchards. And one park even has a cherry orchard. “Around…

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High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Cloquet & Esko Earn Straight Set Victories at Home

The Lumberjacks were led by Ava Carlson, who had 23 kills in the contest.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet volleyball team picked up their 8th win of the season on Thursday, defeating Proctor at home, 3-0. The Lumberjacks were led by Ava Carlson, who had 23 kills in the contest. Carlson will need one more for her 1,000th career kill. In other volleyball action, Esko would sweep Barnum 3-0 on their home floor. Categories: High…

C E C Vs. Duluth East
High School, Sports

C-E-C Edges Out Greyhounds, Win Streak at Five

Lumberjacks 6-2 on 2023 season
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Cloquet-Carlton-Esko Lumberjacks have now won five games in a row after defeating Duluth East 2-1 Thursday. In the first half, the Greyhounds struck first with a goal from Jack Whitehill. However, the Lumberjacks evened the score before halftime as Brody Dushkin scored on a header off a corner kick. C-E-C broke the stalemate in the second half…
Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News - Latest News, Sports

Why No Vikings vs Eagles Over-The-Air Broadcast in the Northland?

League rules don't allow it. FOX21 cannot carry the game.
KQDS Staff,

Many excited Minnesota Vikings fans are making plans to watch Thursday night’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. And, because FOX21 broadcasts so many football games all season, we are being asked if we are going to air the Vikings/Eagles game. Unfortunately, the answer is no. But it’s not our choice! We are not allowed to broadcast the game. The NFL’s…

Alyssa Doyle
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Alyssa Doyle

Denfeld Senior to play for UMD in 2024
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Denfeld’s Alyssa Doyle is currently in her senior year, and she’s already cemented her status as a Hunters legend on the soccer field. However, she’s not letting that get to her head. “I know that I couldn’t do this without my teammates behind me and without the support that I’ve gotten.” Says Doyle, who recorded 19 goals…

Css Msoc
College, Sports

CSS Men’s Soccer Falls Short at Home to Concordia 2-1

CSS (1-4) will next play at Bethel on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s soccer team would battle with Concordia on Wednesday, ultimately falling short 2 to 1. Keegan Chastey would have the lone goal for the Saints. CSS (1-4) will next play at Bethel on Saturday. Categories: College, Sports

Pwhl Draft
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

15 Former Bulldogs Eligible for Inaugural PWHL Draft

The 15 round draft begins on September 18th at noon.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The newly formed PWHL announced the players eligible for their inaugural draft on Wednesday. A total of 15 former Bulldogs could hear their name called on September 18th. The forwards eligible include Sydney Brodt, Michela Cava, Demi Crossman, Elizabeth Giguere, Gabbie Hughes, and finally Katerina Mrazova. So six UMD forwards eligible and the same can be said for…

Grant
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Names Justin Grant as 3rd Full-Time Assistant Coach

Grant joins the Bulldogs after spending the last two seasons as the goalie coach at St. Thomas.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey program added their 3rd full-time assistant coach on Wednesday. Justin Grant joins the Bulldogs after spending the last two seasons as the goalie coach at St. Thomas. He’s also spent time as the goalie coach for the Bethel men’s program. Grant has ties to the Twin Ports as he played collegiately at Northland College….

Bischoff
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids/Greenway’s Mercury Bischoff Makes College Commitment to MSU-Mankato

Over the course of four seasons, Bischoff has stuffed the stat sheets with 234 points.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Grand Rapids/Greenway standout Mercury Bischoff may have two more years with the Lightning to go. But on Wednesday, she announced her next step in her hockey career, committing to Minnesota State-Mankato for the 2025-2026 season. Bischoff has been skating for the Lightning since she was in 7th grade. Over the course of four seasons, she’s stuffed the…

Umd Vb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Opens NSIC Conference Play with Trip to North Dakota

All-time, the Bulldogs have never lost a game to either the Marauders or the Beavers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team has put the in-season tournament portion of their schedule in the rear-view mirrow and now they get ready for conference play. The Bulldogs had an overall successful Up North tournament last weekend, winning three of their four contests. This weekend though they’ll have to board the bus to North Dakota to take on UMary…

Cates
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Jackson Cates Signs PTO with New York Islanders

Cates has spent the last three seasons in the Philadelphia Flyers organization.
Neil Vierzba,

ELMONT, N.Y.- Former UMD center Jackson Cates will get a chance to join the New York Islanders for the upcoming season. Cates has been brought into camp for a professional tryout. He’s spent the last three seasons with the Philadelphia Flyers, splitting time with the pro team and their AHL affiliate, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. Cates has tallied a goal…

Umd Nchc Poll
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Ranked 5th in NCHC Preseason Poll

The Bulldogs will open the season at home on October 7th against Michigan Tech.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NCHC preseason poll was released on Tuesday. UMD finds themselves at fifth after receiving a total of 123 points and one first-place vote. The Bulldogs would end last season with the same ranking as they posted an overall record of 16-20-1 and a 10-14 record in the NCHC. UMD fell to SCSU in the NCHC Playoffs to…