Author: Claudia Chakamian

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

UMD Women’s Hockey Team Picked Fourth in USA Today Preseason Poll

The Bulldogs are tied with the University of Minnesota for fourth while Wisconsin, Northeastern and Ohio State take the top three sports
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team is ranked fourth in the USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine Preseason Poll. The Bulldogs are tied with the University of Minnesota for fourth while Wisconsin, Northeastern and Ohio State take the top three sports. This comes after the Bulldogs were ranked fourth in the WCHA poll. UMD will open the season Oct. 1…

Noah Cates
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Captain Noah Cates Named to NCHC Preseason All-Conference Team

This is the second straight season Cates has been named to the NCHC Preseason All-Conference Team.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD forward and captain Noah Cates has been named to the NCHC Preseason All-Conference team for the second straight season. Last season, Cates tallied five goals and 14 assists in 28 games. Cates, who will captain UMD for the second straight season, finished second in forward voting. Cates and the Bulldogs will open the season at Bemidji…

Umd Football Recap
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

No. 20 UMD Football Downs Third-Ranked Minnesota State Mankato in Home Opener

John Larson scored two rushing touchdowns and added a passing touchdown as the Bulldogs pulled off the upset in front of a Malosky Stadium record crowd of 6,536 fans in their first home game in nearly two years.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – In front of a Malosky Stadium record crowd of 6,536 fans, the No. 20 UMD football team put on a show, getting the 30-10 win over No. 3 Minnesota State Mankato in their first home game in nearly two years. The Bulldogs started out fast, jumping out to an early 14-0 lead and never looked back. John…

Band And Cheer
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Marching Band, Cheer Teams Bring Excitement, Energy to First Football Game in Nearly Two Years

It's also the first performances for the cheer teams and band since the pandemic.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD cheer teams and marching band returned to Malosky Field on Saturday night for the first UMD football game in nearly two years. It’s also their first performance they’ve had since the pandemic. In front of a record crowd, they added to the energy and excitement of the game day experience. Experience the sights and sounds…

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

Northern Star: Baamlak Haugen, Emilia McGiffert, Victoria Thorson

For this week's segment, we feature three former Duluth Marshall soccer standouts who are all in their first seasons together at UMD.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Victoria Thorson, Baamlak Haugen and Emilia McGiffert have all been playing soccer together for as long as they can remember. “Me, Emilia and Tori have been playing since we were little, we were playing on Gitch together and school soccer too and it’s been really fun. We’ve had chemistry,” Haugen said. They then played together at Duluth…

Uws Ot Win
College, Sports

Wilson’s Last Minute Goal Gives UW-Superior Women’s Soccer Home Win Over Edgewood

Claire Smith also scored for the Yellowjackets in the win.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior native Niya Wilson scored the game-winner with just 45 seconds left in double overtime to give the UW-Superior women’s soccer team the 2-1 win over Edgewood. Claire Smith also scored for the Yellowjackets. Morgan Philliber made two saves while Jenna Lang came in in the second half and made seven saves to earn her first collegiate…

Hughes 100 Points
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Gabbie Hughes Named to Preseason All-WCHA Team

As a team, UMD was picked to finish fourth in the WCHA as they look to build off of their historic run to the Frozen Four last season.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD’s Gabbie Hughes has been named to the preseason All-WCHA team. The senior center scored 21 points in 19 games last season, earning All-WCHA second-team honors. As a team, UMD was picked to finish fourth in the WCHA as they look to build off of their historic run to the Frozen Four last season. The University of Wisconsin…

New Css Wbb Coach
College, Sports

Jason Schmitz Named Head Coach of St. Scholastica Women’s Basketball Team

Schmitz spent the past three seasons as head coach of the Centenary College women's basketball team in Louisiana. He is a 2008 graduate of the University of Mary. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica athletics announced on Friday that Jason Schmitz will lead their women’s basketball program as its next head coach. He takes over for Stacy Deadrick who transitioned into an administrative role in the athletics department this past summer. Schmitz spent the past three seasons as head coach of the Centenary College women’s basketball team in Louisiana….
Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Native CJ Ham Named Vikings Team Captain

This is the first time in his career that Ham will be wearing the "C" on his jersey after he earned his first Pro Bowl selection back in 2019.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Denfeld alum CJ Ham has been named one of the team captains for the Minnesota Vikings this upcoming season. This is the first time in his career that Ham will be wearing the “C” on his jersey. He earned his first Pro Bowl selection back in 2019 and is one of the key members of a…

John Larson
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Quarterback John Larson Named NSIC Offensive Player of the Week

Larson threw for 447 yards and six touchdowns, which tied the UMD single-game record, as they got the 44-14 win over Upper Iowa in their season opener
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD quarterback John Larson has been named NSIC Offensive Player of the week after a monster performance on Thursday. Larson threw for 447 yards and six touchdowns, which tied the UMD single-game record, as they got the 44-14 win over Upper Iowa in their season opener.  This is Larson’s second player of the week honor and he…

Umd Volleyball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Drops Four Spots to No. 11 in AVCA Coaches Poll

The Bulldogs dropped their season opener but then won the next three matches, including two sweeps, to sit at a 3-1 record.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team fell from No. 7 to No. 11 in the first AVCA Coaches Poll of the regular season. The Bulldogs dropped their season opener but then won the next three matches, including two sweeps, to sit at a 3-1 record. NSIC foe Concordia-St. Paul is the top ranked team, while five other NSIC teams…

Mcgiffert
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Duluth Marshall Standout Emilia McGiffert Scores First Collegiate Goal With UMD Soccer

The former Hilltopper scored her first collegiate goal in just her second game and it was also the first UMD goal of their young season.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been a few years since the UMD soccer team had a Duluth native on their roster. This year they have three, all from Duluth Marshall, and one former Hilltopper had an opening weekend to remember. Former Duluth Marshall standout Emilia McGiffert scored her first collegiate goal on Saturday in the Bulldogs loss to Northern Michigan. It…

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College, Sports

College Women’s Soccer: UWS Picks Up First Win of Season, St. Scholastica Plays to Tie with UW-Eau Claire

Superior native Niya Wilson scored twice for the Yellowjackets while Duluth's Morgan Friday scored twice for the Saints.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior native Niya Wilson scored twice to lift the UW-Superior women’s soccer team past UW-River Falls 3-2 on Sunday for their first win of the season. Annah Schussman scored the other goal and added an assist as all of the scoring from both teams was done in the first half. The Yellowjackets then hung on in the…

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

Northern Star: Brent Laing

For this week's segment, we feature a UMD offensive lineman who was recently named to the 2022 Senior Bowl Watch List.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD offensive lineman Brent Laing is the first to credit his teammates for his work ethic. “We have a great group of guys on the defense as well as fellow linemen and those defensive linemen push me ever day and honestly just make me a better player,” Laing said. UMD played its first game in nearly two…

Uws Msoc
College, Sports

UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Falls at Home to Concordia

Phillip Eriksen scored the lone goal for the Yellowjackets as they dropped their second game of the season.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s soccer team scored less than two minutes into the second half to tie the game but couldn’t hang on, as Concordia (MN) got the 3-1 win to prevent the Yellowjackets from picking up their first win of the season. Phillip Eriksen scored the lone goal for the Yellowjackets. Payton Anderson and Alex Paredes split…

East Soccer
High School, Sports

Prep Soccer: Duluth East Boys Settle for Draw with Minneapolis Washburn, Duluth East Girls Fall to Wayzata

Kai Hoffman scored the lone goal for the Greyhounds, while Eli Kramer made a few huge saves during overtime to keep it tied at 1.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – It was not the home team’s day on Saturday at Ordean Stadium as the Duluth East boys settled for a 1-1 draw with Minneapolis Washburn, the while Duluth East girls were shut out 1-0 to Wayzata. Kai Hoffman scored the lone goal for the Greyhounds, while Eli Kramer made a few huge saves during overtime to keep…

Thomsen
High School, Sports

GoFundMe Page Launched for Grand Rapids’ Thomsen Following Spine Injury.

Thunderhawks quarterback/linebacker Andy Thomsen suffered a severe cervical spine injury during practice last Saturday. On Monday, he underwent a spinal fusion surgery which was successful and he is expected to make a full recovery. 
Claudia Chakamian,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – A GoFundMe page has been launched to help out a member of the Grand Rapids football community. Thunderhawks quarterback/linebacker Andy Thomsen suffered a severe cervical spine injury during practice last Saturday. On Monday, he underwent a spinal fusion surgery which was successful and Thomsen is expected to make a full recovery. The GoFundMe is to help…

Uws Soccer
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UWS Women’s Soccer Cancel Sunday Match Against Lakeland Due to Health and Safety Protocols

According to a press release, UWS is still working on trying to fill the open date with another opponent. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UWS women’s soccer team announced on Friday some changes to their schedule this weekend. The Yellowjackets have canceled their match on Sunday against Lakeland University due to health and safety protocols. Due to a lack of available dates in the season, this match will not be made up. UWS will now face UW-River Falls on Sunday….

Css Football
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

St. Scholastica Football’s Season Opener Canceled Due to COVID Protocols

The Saints will now have to wait for their 2021 debut and they'll do it later this month in their first ever MIAC game when they host Augsburg on Sept. 25. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica Athletics announced on Friday that the football season opener against Sewanee has been canceled due to COVID-19 protocols. The game was scheduled to be played on Saturday at Public Schools Stadium. The Saints will now have to wait for their 2021 debut and they’ll do it later this month in their first ever MIAC game…

East Bsoc Pic
High School, Sports

Loaded Senior Class Ready to Lead Duluth East Boys Soccer to Another Successful Season

The Greyhounds will be back in action on Tuesday hosting Mounds View. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth East boys soccer team opened the 2021 season on Saturday with a 3-0 shutout of section foes Forest Lake. The Greyhounds made it all the way to the section championship last year and now have the goal of finally getting back to the state. With a long season ahead, shutting out a section opponent in…

Uws Soccer
College, Sports

UW-Superior Women’s Soccer Tops UMAC Preseason Poll

The Yellowjackets will be led by Morgan Philliber, Annah Schussman and Niya Wilson as they search for their first ever UMAC championship.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UMAC women’s soccer preseason poll has been released and UW-Superior is picked as the team to beat. The Yellowjackets received five out of eight possible first place votes as they look for their first-ever UMAC championship. They bring back all but two players from last year that went 7-3, led by conference defensive player of the…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Elevates Former Standout Wide Receiver Jason Balts to Full-Time Assistant Coach

Balts currently serves as the Bulldogs defensive backs coach as well as the team's recruiting coordinator. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD football announced that they have prompted former star wide receiver Jason Balts to a full-time assistant coach. Balts had previously held the title of postgrduate intern assistant coach since wrapping up his playing career in 2018. He currently serves as the Bulldogs defensive backs coach as well as the team’s recruiting coordinator. During his four year…

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High School, Sports

Deer River Football’s Tait Kongsjord Commits to UMD

Kongsjord guided the Warriors to a 4-1 shortened season last year and a 7-1 regular season in 2019, on their way to going back to the state tournament. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DEER RIVER, Minn. – Deer River lineman Tait Kongsjord has committed to joining the UMD football team. The 6’5″ tackle guided the Warriors to a 4-1 shortened season last year and a 7-1 regular season in 2019, on their way to going back to the state tournament. Kongsjord is also a member of the Deer River basketball team, helping them…

Dave Williams Css
College, Sports

Former Captain Dave Williams Named St. Scholastica Interim Men’s Hockey Head Coach

Williams replaces Kevin Moore who according to a press release from the athletic department, resigned from his position earlier this month. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica announced on Monday that they have named former captain Dave Williams as the interim head men’s hockey coach. Williams replaces Kevin Moore who according to a press release from the athletic department, resigned from his position earlier this month. Williams went and played three seasons professionally in the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL). Williams finished…

Cec Bsoc
High School, Sports

Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Boys Soccer Drops Home Contest to Mounds View

The Lumberjacks gave up their first goal of the early season.
Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys soccer gave up their first goal of the season and then couldn’t get much going offensively, as Mounds View got the 1-0 win over the Lumberjacks. The Lumberjacks (1-1) get back in action on Thursday hosting Mesabi East. Kickoff is set for 4:45 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

Football
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Football: Northwestern Tops Rice Lake in First Meeting in 35 Years, Superior Gets Shut Out

Greg Ohman and Tanner Kaufman finished with two touchdowns each as the Tigers improved to 2-0. 
Claudia Chakamian,

MAPLE, Wis. – The Northwestern football team jumped out to an early lead then hung on late to get the 28-20 win over Rice Lake in the programs’ first meeting in 35 years. Greg Ohman and Tanner Kaufman finished with two touchdowns each as the Tigers improved to 2-0. Meanwhile, Superior struggled to get anything going as SPASH got the…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Dave Reyelts

For this week's segment, we talk with the head coach of the St. Scholastica women's soccer team.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with St. Scholastica women’s soccer head coach Dave Reyelts as the Saints wrapped up their first week of fall practice before officially starting their first season in the MIAC. The Saints will open the regualr season Sept. 3 hosting UW-Whitewater. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Denmarsheast
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Girls Soccer: Duluth Denfeld, Marshall, East Drop Home Openers

Alyssa Doyle scored the lone goal for the Hunters while Nina Thorson scored for the Hilltoppers.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Leah Hamm made her debut as head coach of her former program, but the Duluth Denfeld girls soccer team couldn’t fight back as North Branch got the 2-1 win. Alyssa Doyle scored the lone goal for the Hunters. In other prep girls soccer action, New Prague defeated Duluth Marshall 4-1, with Nina Thorson scoring the lone goal…

South Ridge Football
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

South Ridge Football Ready to Complete Unfinished Business This Fall

The Panthers will open this season at Bigfork on Thursday, Sept. 2. 
Claudia Chakamian,

CULVER, Minn. – We have one week until the Minnesota high school football season officially gets started and after not getting to end their season the way they had hoped last year, the South Ridge football team is eager to get going. The Panthers bring back a good amount of experience, especially on the line this year. They say they…

Noahhhhhh
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Noah Cates to Captain UMD Men’s Hockey Team for Second Season

Kobe Roth, Tanner Laderoute and Louie Roehl will all serve as assistant captains this upcoming season
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team officially announced their team captains for the 2021-22 season. After deciding to not head out to Philadelphia just yet and to return for his senior season, forward Noah Cates will once again wear the ‘C’. Cates is the first Bulldog to be named captain for two years in a row since current…

Vb Opener
High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Esko, Duluth East, Hermantown Win Season Openers at Home

The Eskomos and Greyhounds gave their new head coaches their first wins in their debuts.
Claudia Chakamian,

ESKO, Minn. – Esko opened the season in a big way, getting the 3-0 win (25-16, 25-13, 25-13) over Cook County to give Pete Stasiuk his first win as the Eskomos head coach. Another new head coach also picked up their first win, Duluth East’s Susan Schmidt led the Greyhounds to a 3-1 over Princeton. The Tigers took the first…

Den Cc Soc
High School, Sports

Prep Soccer: Duluth Denfeld Boys, Cloquet-Carlton Girls Drop Season Openers

Simon Davidson and Matt Eklund scored the goals for the Hunters.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team battled back but couldn’t hang on, as Mahtomedi got the 4-2 win to open the 2021 season. Simon Davidson and Matt Eklund scored the goals for the Hunters. Denfeld will be back in action on Saturday hosting Hill-Murray. Kickoff is set for noon. In prep girls soccer action, Cloquet-Carlton couldn’t find…

Cloquet Girls Soccer
High School, Sports

Experienced Cloquet-Carlton Girls Soccer Eyeing Another Big Season

This year's team is led by nine seniors with a lot of speed, scoring ability and experience up front as they aim for their third straight section title.
Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – This year’s soccer season officially gets started on Thursday afternoon and the Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer team is entering the season with high expectations and are ready to continue on what they’ve built the past few years. With no state tournament last season, the Lumberjacks dropped just one game and had the unique opportunity to end their season…

Uws Volleyball
College, Sports

UW-Superior Volleyball Picked Third, Northland College Fifth in UMAC Preseason Poll

The Yellowjackets will be led by setter Megan Holz and outside hitter Alexie Pryd while the LumberJills will be led by outside hitters Larissa Fossum and Bailey Wynn Jr. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UMAC preseason volleyball poll was released today before the season gets started next week. UW-Superior was picked to finish third while Northland College was selected fifth and Northwestern took the unanimous top spot. The Yellowjackets return 10 players and welcome in eight newcomers to the team that finished third in the conference in the spring. They’ll…

Css Uws Soccer
College, Sports

St. Scholastica, UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Play to 1-1 Draw in Exhibition

The two teams will meet up again Oct. 20 in Superior. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Nearly two hours of soccer wouldn’t be enough in the first round of this year’s Bridge Battle, as the St. Scholastica and UW-Superior men’s soccer teams played to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday night in an exhibition game. Jordan Finneran scored the lone goal for the Saints. The Saints will officially open their season Sept. 1 hosting…

Hermantown Soccer
High School, Sports

Nate Hanson Excited to Lead Hermantown Girls Soccer as Season Opener Approaches

Hanson and the Hawks will open the season Thursday at 5:00 p.m. at North Branch. 
Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown girls soccer team will kick off their season on Thursday with Nate Hanson officially taking over the reigns. Hanson has spent the past eight years as an assistant coach and is now excited to be a head coach and to lead this young Hawks program. “He has a lot of soccer knowledge and it’s been…

Megan Gustafson
Professional Sports, Sports

Washington Mystics Sign Port Wing’s Megan Gustafson for Remainder of Season

The South Shore alum had previously signed three seven-day contracts with the team and has appeared in six games with them, averaging 3.2 points and 4.0 rebounds a game. 
Claudia Chakamian,

WASHINGTON D.C. – The Washington Mystics announced that they have signed Port Wing native Megan Gustafson for the rest of the season. The South Shore alum had previously signed three seven-day contracts with the team and has appeared in six games with them, averaging 3.2 points and 4.0 rebounds a game. Gustafson originally signed with the Mystics on June 21…

Denfeld Football
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Football Looking to Continue Building Success in Erik Lofald’s Third Season as Head Coach

The Hunters will open their season next Thursday, Sept. 2, at Esko. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The countdown is on until high school football returns in Minnesota. For Duluth Denfeld, it’s time to turn up the intensity at practice and continue embracing this year’s theme of never quit. It’s a big year for Duluth Denfeld as it’s year three for Erik Lofald as head coach. Last year, the Hunters won their first game…

Umd Xc
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Cross Country Teams Ranked Fifth in NSIC Preseason Polls

The NSIC Athletes to Watch for UMD are Mackenzie Hall and Matthew Trutna.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Both the UMD men’s and women’s cross country teams are ranked fifth in their respective NSIC Preseason Coaches Polls. The women’s NSIC Athlete to Watch for UMD is Mackenzie Hall, who is coming off of an 18th place finish at the 2019 NSIC championships, and 34th in the central regionals. To view the full women’s release, head…

Denfeld Boys Soccer
High School, Sports

Denfeld Boys Soccer Looking to Continue Next Man Up Mentality Heading Into Fall Season

The Hunters will have to replace a few key pieces, specifically Mr. Soccer finalist Keegan Chastey, if they want to get back to the state tournament, but feel the foundation they're building within their programs allows them to continue their success
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s officially game week for Minnesota high school soccer teams and after ending the year with a win last season, the Duluth Denfeld boys are ready to get this year started. The Hunters are eyeing another big season but will have to replace a few key pieces, specifically Mr. Soccer finalist Keegan Chastey. But this is nothing…

Esko Football
High School, Sports

“Tight-Knit” Senior Class Ready To Lead Esko Football Back to Successful Season

This year's senior class for Esko is a smaller one with just 13 players, but they say it's one of the closest groups they've ever had.
Claudia Chakamian,

ESKO, Minn. – We’ve officially kicked off the second week of practice for Minnesota High School football and for Esko, they used week one to build their chemistry and are now feeling ready to go. This year’s senior class for Esko is a smaller one with just 13 players, but they say it’s one of the closest groups they’ve ever…

Cssmiacsports
College, Sports

MIAC Announces Fall 2021 COVID-19 Competition Plan

Things like masking and fan attendance will be a school decision, but conference games that have to be postponed due to COVID can be rescheduled.
Claudia Chakamian,

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – Monday, the MIAC released its fall COVID-19 sports competition plan. St. Scholastica is in the process of transitioning their programs to the MIAC and will compete in the conference starting this fall. Things like masking and fan attendance will be a school decision. The MIAC said that if a conference game has to be postponed due to…

Umd Volleyball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Ranked No. 7 in AVCA Preseason Coaches Poll

UMD is one of five teams in the NSIC to be ranked in the top 25, with Concordia-St. Paul earning a No. 2 ranking. Northern State, St. Cloud State and Wayne State also make the list. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team has been ranked in the top 10 nationally in the AVCA Preseason Coaches Poll, coming in at No. 7 with 684 points. UMD is one of five teams in the NSIC to be ranked in the top 25, with Concordia-St. Paul earning a No. 2 ranking. Northern State, St. Cloud State and Wayne…

Lsc Css Soccer
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Men’s Soccer Shuts Out Lake Superior College in First Exhibition

The Saints scored four times in the second half for the win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica men’s soccer team scored four goals in the second half to get the 4-0 win over Lake Superior College in their first exhibition of the season. The Saints will host the bridge battle on Wednesday as UW-Superior comes to town for an exhibition, then they will open the regular season Sept. 1 hosting Saint…

Wrestling
Sports

Discover Pro Wrestling Brings Professional Wrestling Back to Northland With First-Ever Event

Discover Pro Wrestling has been working on this event, "DPW 1: The Warmth of Warfare" for over a year and is excited to finally bring this new promotion to the area. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sunday night, professional wrestling made its return to the Northland in a big way as Discover Pro Wrestling, a new pro wrestling promotion based out of Superior, held its first ever event “DPW 1: The Warmth of Warfare”. The event, which was held at Clyde Iron Works in Duluth, featured multiple different matches with wrestlers coming from…

Rock Ridge Football
High School, Sports

Rock Ridge Football Wraps Up First Week of Practice as New Program

The Wolverines will open its inaugural season Sept. 2 hosting North Woods. 
Claudia Chakamian,

EVELETH, Minn. – The first week of practice for Minnesota high school football teams is in the books, and it was also the first week of practice ever for the newly consolidated Rock Ridge Wolverines. The Wolverines are in the process of merging the Eveleth-Gilbert and Virginia programs together. This past season, a few teams consolidated and now it’s the…

Cairns
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Defenseman Matt Cairns Signs AHL Deal With Rochester Americans

Cairns spent just one season with the Bulldogs after playing three seasons for Cornell, tallying six assists.
Claudia Chakamian,

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Former UMD defenseman Matt Cairns has signed a one-year contract with the Rochester Americans, the AHL affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres. Cairns spent just one season with the Bulldogs after playing three seasons for Cornell. This season, he tallied six assists with a +18 rating. Cairns was selected in the third round of the 2016 NHL Draft…

Uws Soccer
College, Sports

Experienced UW-Superior Women’s Soccer Team Entering Fall Season With High Expectations

The Yellowjackets return all but one player from last year including goalkeeper and reigning UMAC Defensive Player of the Year Morgan Philliber. Now, they're motivated to bring home the program's first conference title.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – We are just about a week away from college sports returning in the Northland and this week, the UW-Superior women’s soccer team returned to the pitch ready for a big fall season. Just three months ago, the Yellowjackets were wrapping up a strong spring season, going 7-3 and making it to their second ever UMAC championship game….

Mma
Sports

Nearly Sold-Out Crowd Attends “MMA Outdoor War” at Gondik Law Speedway

The event, organized by Inner Strength MMA Promotions out of Superior, is the first outdoor event they've ever held in Superior.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – There was a little bit of a different atmosphere in Superior on Saturday as the Gondik Law Speedway wasn’t home to car racing. It was fight night as the speedway hosted the “MMA Outdoor War”. The event, organized by Inner Strength MMA Promotions out of Superior, is the first outdoor event they’ve ever held in Superior. It…

Two Harbors Duluth Marshall
High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Joins Two Harbors For Football Co-Op

The Hilltoppers folded their program back in 2015 and now have five players traveling to Two Harbors this fall to play as Agates.
Claudia Chakamian,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – Duluth Marshall folded their football program back in 2015, but that all changed this week as the Hilltoppers are back thanks to the help of another Northland team. Duluth Marshall will join Two Harbors as they will compete as a co-op. The team will still be known as the Two Harbors Agates and continue to play…

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