Hermantown Rallies Past North Branch to Claim First Section 7AAAA Title Since 2018

This will be Hermantown's first state tournament appearance since 2018.

DULUTH, Minn.- It didn’t look good at times in the first. But, the Hermantown football team rallied in the 2nd half against North Branch on Friday night for the 7AAAA title.

Martin Sleen had a seven yard rushing touchdown late in the game to give the Hawks the eventual 35 to 28 victory.

Alex Schott pitched in with two touchdown passes and one rushing score.

This will be Hermantown’s first state tournament appearance since 2018.