DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies took Game Two from the Bismarck Larks Sunday at Wade Stadium. The Huskies surged to a 5-0 lead in the first inning and continued to tack on runs throughout the game, getting the win 12-8. Duluth will be back in action Wednesday against Rochester. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- The annual Essentia Health Lake Superior Open Soccer Tournament kicks off on Friday night. The tournament is expecting 170 soccer team from across Minnesota ranging from youth to premiere level, as well as both boys and girls teams. Organizers say the majority of the teams travel up from the cities to play, but also some local talent comes…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.- If you’re looking for a fun way to spend your summer nights, involving some friendly competition, Skyline Social and Games has exactly what you’re looking for and then some. Skyline offers all kinds of leagues including sand volleyball, bocce ball, and spike ball. Skyline’s president Corey Kolquist says there are over 600 teams and thousands that come to…
DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we have UMD’s assistant men’s basketball coach Ryan Kirsch. He talks his recent move to Duluth and his love of coaching. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- Out at pre-game batting practice the Huskies voted for a number of team superlatives, the winners are as follows: Best game day drip/style: Kristian Campbell Most likely to be late to batting practice: Jared Mettam Most likely to take Little League coaching too seriously: Eddie Rosario Most likely to be ejected after arguing a bad call: Michael Sarhatt…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Nemadji Golf Course in Superior has a junior program that gets kids in the community out on the course to learn more about the game of golf. Thursday, the junior golfers learned some basic swinging and putting techniques, but most importantly Nemadji’s head teaching professional Steve Barschdorf wants to see kids fall in love with the game….
DULUTH, Minn.- It is certainly starting to feel like summer time and what better way to enjoy the day than taking advantage of our very own Lake Superior? Down at Park Point that’s exactly what the Duluth Rowing Club does almost every morning. Most of the members range anywhere from middle school aged into their eighties. Members say, rowing is…
DULUTH, Minn.- The women’s basketball team held a camp for girls ranging from ages 3rd grade to 8th grade Wednesday. The campers focused on the basics of basketball through drills and instruction from their favorite Bulldogs and coaches. Coach Mandy Pearson says she wants to see players at all levels find their love for the game. “I want everybody that…
DULUTH, Minn.- On Wednesday UMD football wrapped up their first team camp of the summer with 21 high school teams from across Minnesota and Wisconsin participating. Malosky Stadium was packed with more than 700 high school football players who came out with their teams for a three-day full contact camp that allowed guys to line up against another team in…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown girls soccer team is knocking the dust off their cleats with some preseason preparation. Starting this month the Hawks have held summer practices in an effort to get as many reps as possible with an emphasis on the basics and building team chemistry. “It’s just a great opportunity for us girls to bond, we do lots…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD Men’s basketball team has added Ryan Kirsch as the newest addition to the coaching staff. Kirsch brings plenty of experience to the Bulldogs sidelines, having coached at Kirkwood Community College since 2018 where he helped lead the Eagles to a 92-28 record in his time with the program and was even named to Under Armor’s top…
CLOQUET, Minn.- Earlier this month Cloquet-Esko-Carlton named former St. Scholastica hockey standout Kennedy Houge their new head coach of the program. Houge acted as the teams assistant coach the last three season and is now given her first opportunity as a head coach, but is ready to face the challenge head on. “It wasn’t something I anticipated so soon in…
DULUTH, Minn.- The big draw, Grandma’s full marathon, saw two winners who aren’t new to this stage. Dominic Ondoro, broke Dick Beardsley’s record back in 2014, and Saturday ran away with the second best time in Grandma’s men’s history, behind only his own record. He finished today in two hours and nine minutes, shy just 30 seconds of his previous…
DULUTH, Minn. – In the Grandma’s Wheelchair Marathon on Saturday, a nearly photo-finish for the men’s race. Aaron Pike crosses the finish line first by just three seconds, inching by the 2021 winner JohnBoy Smith. Pike set a new personal record by nearly a minute, finishing at one hour and 20 minutes for his fourth first place victory at Grandma’s….
DULUTH, Minn.- The Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon saw a couple of newcomers cross the finish line out front to claim the victory. In the men’s field Daniel Kemboi finished in just over one hour. He was less than a minute from the event record pace, claiming his third first place victory this year. For the ladies, Rosie Edwards also in…
DULUTH, Minn.- Earlier this week Fox 21’s Cam Derr got to try some of Wade Stadium’s ballpark favorites from the Duluth Huskies concessions staff. The concessions stand is open for all Duluth Huskies games with traditional favorites but also some with a twist. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- This week on Coaches Corner we have Duluth FC head coach Sean Morgan. The Blue-Greens are off to a hot start as they enter into the second half of their season. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- Grandma’s Marathon begins early Saturday, where runners from across the globe have traveled to Duluth to compete head to head in a star studded field of competition. One of those racers is Minnesota’s very own Dakotah Lindwurm who’s back and ready to defend her title, after becoming the first Minnesota woman to win since Janis Klecker back in…
DULUTH, Minn.- You win football games up front, and one of the most important positions on the field is the offensive line. Besides, what is a great offense without a great wall up front. Back in April, former UMD left guard Garth Heikkinen stepped down as O-line coach to pursue an opportunity outside of football. Recently, the Bulldogs have…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD Men’s basketball team hosted their annual elementary school basketball camp at the Romano Gym Wednesday morning. Over one hundred kids kindergarten through fifth grade participated in the camp that focused on basketball drills but the kids also got the opportunity to work hands on with their favorite Bulldogs. “It brings a lot of energy to our…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior softball team’s Emma Raye was named Wisconsin’s Player of the Year for Division I, as well as all state and all districts first team. The future Wisconsin Badger earned the title getting a hit in more than half her at bats, posting a .506 batting average, with 24 runs batted in, six home runs and on…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies dropped Game Two of the series against the Mankato Moondogs 7-4 Wednesday, after a walk off win in Game One. The Huskies will hit the road Thursday to take on Eau Claire Express. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports
CLOQUET, Minn.- Friday Night Lights is just around the corner. Summer football practices are starting to pick up as team work out the kinds and perfect the playbook early on. One of those teams getting an early jump is Cloquet. This years team will be headed by new head coach Jeff Ojanen this season and 29 seniors on the roster,…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies faced off against the Mankato Moondogs for the second time this season, but this time Duluth got to play on their home turf. The Huskies pulled out the win in Game One of the series 5-4. Game Two is scheduled for Wednesday at 6:35 PM at Wade Stadium. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- Well you can’t enjoy a baseball game without peanuts, Cracker Jacks, and of course a hot dog and out at Wade Stadium they make sure you never go hungry. The Huskies concession stand has all your ball park favorites and even a twist on the traditional ones, going right along with the game day experience you’ll get at…
DULUTH, Minn.- After 46 years of races and over 5 million miles run over the years, this unique race has become a tradition in the city of Duluth. Grandma’s started back in 1977 by a group of local runners. The first race was just 150 participants but quickly grew to what it is now, one of the largest, most popular…
DULUTH, Minn.- Karen Stromme announced her retirement back in May, however with UMD’s current athletic director Josh Berlo transitioning out of the university, Stromme will step into the role as AD until a permanent one is found. Stromme has worked as the University’s senior associate athletic director for internal operations and senior woman administrator, as well as compiling impressive accolades…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies fell to the Rochester Honkers 10-5 in Game Two on Monday night at Wade Stadium. The Huskies will look to bounce back tomorrow against the Mankato Moondogs. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall baseball team was sent on their way to the State Tournament in style on Monday. Friends and family gathered outside the school as the team packed up the bus and hit the road to St. Cloud for their fourth state tournament appearance since 2017. “We took that to heart and said, ‘You know, we’re going…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team hosted their second camp of the summer Monday, as hopeful future Bulldogs came from all across the Midwest to showcase their skills and for coaches to take a look at the future of their program. “Camps like today give us an opportunity to evaluate both personally, athletically and mentally kids, really throughout the Midwest…
DULUTH, Minn.- Minnesota Vikings fullback and graduate of Duluth Denfeld high school, CJ Ham returned to his alma mater Saturday to host his third annual youth football camp, but also to remind the campers that anything is possible. Ham didn’t take the traditional route to the NFL. He graduated from Denfeld in 2011, tallying 1,873 yards and 24 touchdowns for…
CULVER, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner, we spoke with South Ridge baseball coach Aaron Weber as the Panthers bring home their fourth straight Section 7AA and head into the State Tournament. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- June marks the 50th anniversary of Title IX. The amendment changed athletics forever, giving female athletes equal opportunity to showcase their skills on the diamond, the court or wherever they choose to play. Title IX was passed in 1972, the amendment says that no person on the basis of sex can be denied participation, benefits of or discriminated…
DULUTH, Minn.- Grunnah Power Skating held a youth skating and skills hockey clinic Friday. The players worked on tactical skating, shooting and puck control skills, as well as an emphasis on pressure situations in game-like scenarios. “It’s seeing the kids come back every time, seeing them grow, seeing how they change as individuals and as human beings. Seeing how much…
DULUTH, Minn.- Thursday St. Scholastica announced a makeover to the athletics logo. St. Scholastica has undergone some change this past year as their teams moved over to the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC). With this change and their 50th anniversary approaching, the college thought it was time for a rebrand. The college says the updated shield is meant to…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- The Section 7AA Championship game on Thursday was held at NBC Sports Complex. The final two teams in the section, Proctor and Duluth Marshall faced off for the title. The Hilltoppers would get the win 8-4 as they advance to the Class AA State tournament. Categories: High School, Sports
PROCTOR, Minn. – Proctor high school will have three sports representing their school in their respective state tournaments. On Wednesday, family, friends and classmates gathered outside Proctor for a send-off celebration as the softball team, a couple golfers and members of the track and field team were sent on their way. This state tournament appearance is the softball team’s first…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Grand Rapids faced Chisago Lakes Wednesday in the Section 7AAA Championship Game at Fichtner Field. The Thunderhawks cruised by the Wildcats 9-2 to clinch their spot in the state tournament for the programs 18th time in their history. Categories: High School, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies kept their hot streak alive Wednesday night, defeating the Waterloo Bucks 7-3 at Wade Stadium. The Huskies will host the Bucks Thursday for Game Two of the series. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC returned home after dropping their first game of the season last Saturday. Tonight, they looked to bounce back against Joy Athletic Club. The Blue-Greens blanked the Goats 3-0 at Public Schools Stadium Wednesday night. Duluth FC will hit the road Saturday against Sioux Falls Thunder FC. Categories: College, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from the general manger of the Duluth Huskies, as the Northwoods League season is officially underway. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies kept the Willmar Stingers off the board in a 6-0 win Friday night at Wade Stadium. Game Two of the series will take place Saturday, first pitch is set for 3:05 P.M.. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports
RAND RAPIDS, Min.-Proctor outlasted Eveleth-Gilbert in a 3-2 win in the Section 7AA Championship game at Grand Rapids Sports Complex, for their first trip to the state tournament since 2006. Payton Rodburg with the game tying solo home-run to get a rally going in the sixth. Lilly Hart comes up with the game winning RBI. Maddy Walsh gets the win…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies returned home to Wade Stadium Wednesday to face the Minnesota Mudpuppies for their Home Opener. The Huskies bats carried them to victory, winning 17-9. Next game of the series is scheduled for Thursday, first pitch is set for 12:05 pm at Wade Stadium. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports
SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- This week Northwestern’s Trent Meyer qualified for the WIAA State Tournament as an individual. Last season, as a junior Meyer was one stroke away from winning a state championship, now he knows exactly what it will take to finish on top this time around. Meyer says, “I think putting is the big thing. Earlier in the season,…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown softball team battled their way back from the 7AAA elimination bracket to clinch a spot in Thursday’s section title game. Standing in their way from a trip to the state tournament is Chisago Lakes, who knocked off the Hawks in the semi-finals on Tuesday. “It’s so exciting and I think it’s important for the girls to…
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth East baseball infielder Sam McEvoy made his commitment official Tuesday, carrying on his athletic career as part of the Edward Waters University baseball team. The Tigers are located down in Jacksonville, Florida and last season brought home the National Championship for HBCU’s. “I’ve kind of always wanted to go down South somewhere to play ball. I don’t…
DULUTH, Minn.- In the first round of girls lacrosse playoffs, the Duluth Wolfpack hosted Blaine at Ordean Stadium. The Bengals would knock off the Wolfpack in overtime, 11-10. Categories: High School, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- In round two of the Section 7AA tournament, Proctor takes on Rock Ridge, Tuesday at Wade Stadium. The Wolverines stay in the winners bracket, winning 8-5, they will go on to play Esko Thursday in Superior at 2 p.m.. Categories: High School, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- Few people in the Northland are as popular as pro boxer, “The Haitian Temptation” Al Sands and Tuesday he received a very special honor from Duluth Mayor Emily Larson. The best part was, he had no idea it was coming. The date coincides with the Duluth native’s Cruiserweight championship win which was the third title victory of his…
