Author: Cam Derr

Superior Softball Closes Historic Season as State Runner-Up

The Spartans finish their season 27-1, State Runner-Up, the second ranked team in the state and the first team in program history to compete for a State Title. 

MADISON, Wis.- The Superior softball team fell 4-0 in the Division I State Championship Saturday evening to Kaukauna. The Galloping Ghosts got on the board with a sac fly in the bottom of the first. Then in the bottom of the third a double into the gap plated another for Kaukauna. In the bottom of the fifth, an RBI single…

Would You Rather with Duluth FC

The lads from Duluth FC answer tough 'Would You Rather' questions.

  DULUTH, Minn.- This week Fox 21’s Cam Derr caught up with the NPSL’s hottest team in the nation, Duluth FC for a game of ‘Would You Rather.’ Categories: Sports

Meet the Huskies: Joe Vos

In an all new segment we start off with Duluth native and 2021 graduate of Duluth East, Joe Vos. 

DULUTH, Minn.- In an all new segment, we’ll introduce you to one Duluth Huskies player every week. To start things off, we caught up with Duluth native and 2021 graduate of Duluth East, Joe Vos. Vos enters his second year with the Huskies. The sophomore out of the University of St. Thomas is batting .242 on the season with 4…

Esko Baseball is Section 7AA Champions for the First Time in over Two Decades

The win marks the Eskomos first Section 7AA Title in 23 years. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Esko baseball team punched their ticket to the State Tournament with 16-6 victory in five innings over Mora, Thursday evening. The win marks the Eskomos first Section 7AA Title in 23 years. “We’ve been really close you know. I think about all the other assistant coaches I’ve had and all the great players and all the great…

Holquist’s 8th Inning Bomb Seals Win for Duluth Huskies

A back and forth game throughout until Michael Holquist crushes a 2-run home run in the bottom of the eighth to take the lead.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies snapped an 0-3 record against the Bismarck Larks Monday afternoon with a 7-6 victory at Wade Stadium. A back and forth game throughout until Michael Holquist crushes a 2-run home run in the bottom of the eighth to take the lead. That homerun marked Holquist’s second in back to back days. Next up, Duluth heads…

UMD Summer Camp Season is Upon Us

Summer camp season is here and UMD athletics have a full slate of camps scheduled this summer. 

DULUTH, Minn.- Summer camp season is here and UMD athletics have a full slate of camps scheduled this summer. Football: UMD football has six sessions scheduled for the summer, click here for more information or to register. Basketball: The men’s and women’s basketball team will host a camp from Romano, nearly every week this summer. For men’s camp information and…

Superior City FC Men’s Shutout at Home, Women Settles for Draw

Up next, the men's team hits the road for a match up with Minneapolis City FC on June 11. The women's team is set to take on Granite City FC on June 10. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior City FC dropped their second game of the season on Sunday with 2-0 shutout loss to St. Paul. Meanwhile, the women’s team settled for the 1-1 draw with St. Croix. McGiffert scored the lone goal for Superior. Up next, the men’s team hits the road for a match up with Minneapolis City FC on June 11. The…

Larks Take Game One from Huskies

Next up, Duluth wraps up their series with the Larks on Monday from Wade Stadium. First pitch is set for 12:05 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies fell 10-6 to the Bismarck Larks, Sunday afternoon to open the series. Michael Holquist and Joe Vos would lead the way with 2 RBIs each, including a solo homerun from Holquist for his first of the season. Next up, Duluth wraps up their series with the Larks on Monday from Wade Stadium. First pitch is…

Wolfpack’s Mason Smith Commits to St. Thomas Lacrosse

Smith has started 13 games this season with the Wolfpack with 25 goals, averaging 2.62 per game.

DULUTH, Minn.- On Friday, the Duluth Wolfpack boys lacrosse team announced senior Mason Smith is moving on to the next chapter of his lacrosse career, committing to the University of St. Thomas. Smith has started 13 games this season with the Wolfpack with 25 goals, averaging 2.62 per game. The Tommies play DII in the Men’s College Lacrosse Association (MCLA)….

Huskies Earn First Series Sweep

The Huskies will next host a series with Bismarck beginning on Sunday, first pitch is set for 3:05 PM at Wade Stadium.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies picked up their first series sweep on Saturday with a 6-5 walk-off win in extras against the Minot Hot Tots. Ethan Cole called the game when he launched a sac fly to right field, that scored Joshua Duarte in the bottom of the tenth to win it. The Huskies will next host a series with…

Hermantown Baseball Soars to Section Title Game

With the win, the Hawks advance to the Section Championship game, with a chance to punch their ticket to States for the first time since 2013.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown baseball team shutout Grand Rapids 6-0, Saturday in the Section 7AAA semifinal. With the win, the Hawks advance to the Section Championship game, with a chance to punch their ticket to States for the first time since 2013. Next up, Hermantown will await their opponent with the title up for grabs. The Championship game will be…

Huskies Pick Up First Win on Opening Night

Next up, Duluth will wrap up their series with the Hot Tots on Saturday from Wade Stadium. First pitch is set for 3:05 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies opened their home schedule on Friday evening with an 8-6 victory over Minot. The Huskies starter Devin Dodson got his first win on the season going 6 innings with 5 ks and 1 run on 4 hits. Next up, Duluth will wrap up their series with the Hot Tots on Saturday from Wade Stadium. First…

Huskies GM Greg Culver Talks Summer at the Ball Park

The Huskies will have plenty planned for fans in attendance this summer with promotion calendars on their socials.

DULUTH, Minn.- Opening Day at Wade Stadium on Friday evening was something to celebrate. The Huskies were also celebrating 20 seasons as a baseball club with lots of fun planned at the ballpark this summer. “The history of Wade Stadium, baseball since 1941 in this ballpark and experiencing that, in itself is a draw,” says Huskies general manager Greg Culver,…

Proctor Softball Win in Extra Inning Walk Off Fashion to Claim 7AA Championship

The Rails had the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth. Junior Emma Shelton was the hero with a two-out, walk-off single lifting her team to victory. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Proctor softball team is headed back to the Class AA State Tournament for the second consecutive year, after knocking off Rock Ridge 4-3 in nine innings. The Rails had the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth. Junior Emma Shelton was the hero with a two-out, walk-off single lifting her team to victory. Next up, the…

MLWR Softball Crowned Section 7A Champion for Second Straight Season

The Rebels made history last season making it to the State Tournament for the first time in program history, now making their way to Mankato for the second straight season. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River softball team earned the 5-0 shut out win over Silver Bay, Thursday afternoon, claiming the Section 7A Title. The Rebels made history last season making it to the State Tournament for the first time in program history, now making their way to Mankato for the second straight season. MLWR will wait for their opponent…

7AA Baseball: Esko & Duluth Marshall Go 2-0 to Open Up Section Tournament Play

Esko will next host Pine City on Thursday. As for Duluth Marshall, they'll travel to play Rock Ridge.

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko baseball team opened up 7AA tournament play with two wins on Tuesday. In their first game of the day, the Eskomos would top Two Harbors by a final of 12 to 1. Following that game, Esko earned another victory against Mora, 10-0. In other 7AA tournament play, Duluth Marshall also earned two victories. The Hilltoppers defeated…

Superior Softball Stays Hot Advancing to Sectional Finals

Next up, No. 1 Superior will head to Marshfield to take on No. 2 Stevens Point in the Sectional Final, that game is set for 5 PM on Thursday. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior softball team downed D.C. Everest 3-0 on Tuesday at home, in the Sectional Semifinal. Senior Emma Raye blasted two home-runs, combining for all three of the Spartans runs. While, Senior Haley Zembo got the job done in the circle, tossing the one-hit shutout with 14 strikeouts. Next up, No. 1 Superior will head to Marshfield to…

Duluth Huskies Set to Begin Summer Season

The Huskies kickstart their season on the road Monday for a series with Bismarck, before returning to Wade for their Home Opener, Friday against the Minot Hot Tots. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies are back and held their first practice today as a team out at Wade Stadium before embarking on a 68 game schedule that begins on the road on Monday. The Huskies are coming off a season where they were crowned first half champions for the first time in program history. Also, making an appearance in…

Duluth FC’s Offense Explodes in 6-0 win over Joy

Next up, Duluth hosts Med City FC on Wednesday at 7 PM. 

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC cruised to their fourth win on the season Saturday with a 6-0 victory over Joy. The Bluegreens scored four goals in the first half thanks to Kostya Domaratskyy, followed by a pair of back to back goals by Tom Akinola. Stefan Roeb added one more before half time. Tyler Limmer capped it off with two more…

7AAA Softball: Chisago Lakes Edges Cloquet, North Branch Blanks Hermantown

Chisago Lakes and North Branch will faceoff in the section semifinal round. Hermantown and Grand Rapids square in the elimination bracket for a chance to keep their season alive.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Chisago Lakes softball team advanced to the Section 7AAA semifinals on Saturday afternoon after a 4-3 win over Cloquet in extra innings. After the Wildcats took a 2-0 lead in the fourth inning, the Lumberjacks responded with a two-run double to tie it up. Cloquet would then tie the game in the top of the seventh, with…

Hermantown Edges Duluth East in Extras

Next up, both teams will enter their respective section playoffs. First round is scheduled to begin next Tuesday and Wednesday. 

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown baseball team wrapped up their season on Friday evening with an 11-10 victory in extras over Duluth East. The Greyhounds added three in the top of the seventh to tie the game at 10 a piece. The Hawks would respond in the bottom of the eighth to pull out the win. Next up, both teams will…

Coaches Corner: Mike Sather

For this week's segment we hear from Superior softball head coach Mike Sather.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with the head softball coach at Superior high school, Mike Sather. The Spartans wrap up a 22-0 regular season and are headed into sectionals beginning Tuesday at home against DC Everest. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 5/26

This week's Top Play goes to Carlton-Wrenshall pitcher Abby Mitchell.

CLOQUET, Minn.- This week’s top play of the week goes to Carlton Wrenshall’s Abby Mitchell, who tossed two consecutive no-hitters on Thursday helping her team advance to section semi finals. The junior fanned 35 batters, with no runs scored through 14 innings of work. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Plays of the Week, Sports

7A Softball Highlights: Raptor’s Abby Mitchell Throws Another No-No, MLWR Storms Past South Ridge

The Raptors we backed by a stellar pitching performance by Abby Mitchell. The junior tossed her second no-hitter of the day with 35 strikeouts through two games. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- Section 7A softball quarterfinals took place Thursday from Braun Park. Carlton-Wrenshall knocked off Cherry 3-0, backed by a stellar pitching performance by Abby Mitchell. The junior tossed her second no-hitter of the day with 35 strikeouts through two games. The Tigers drop down into the losers bracket in the double elimination tournament. Meanwhile, the reigning Section 7A champions…

Denfeld Softball Snags Win Over East in Extras

The Hunters open section 7AAA tournament play, Wednesday on the road against North Branch. While the Greyhounds, are set to face Blaine for the opening round of the section 7AAAA tournament. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Denfeld softball team pulled out the 3-2 win after nine innings of play over Duluth East on Monday. A close one from the start would end in favor of the home team Hunters in the bottom of the ninth. The Hunters open section 7AAA tournament play, Wednesday on the road against North Branch. While the Greyhounds, are…

Superior and Northwestern Boys Golf Compete for First Annual Northern Match-Play Cup

Superior went home with the Northland Match-Play cup, scoring 9.5 in overall match play to Northwestern's 2.5. 

LAKE NEBAGAMON, Wis.- Who doesn’t love a little friendly rivalry? That’s exactly what the head golf coaches at Northwestern and Superior had in mind when planning the first annual Northern Match-Play Tournament, the tee’d off Monday afternoon from Botten’s Green Acres. A 12: 30 PM tee time this afternoon for the Spartans and the Tigers as they’d compete for the…

Duluth East, Hermantown Knock off Lake Superior Conference Opponents

Hermantown is set to take on Duluth East on Wednesday. While, Proctor will look to bounce back, Tuesday at home against Crosby-Ironton. Denfeld makes the trek to Cambridge-Isanti, Tuesday at 4:30 PM

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth East picked up a dominating 12-2 road victory over Denfeld, Monday afternoon at Wade Stadium. The Greyhounds jumped out to a 9-0 lead through the first four innings, allowing just two runs in the bottom of the fourth. Duluth East will next host Hermantown, Wednesday for a 4 PM start time. While, Denfeld makes the trek to…

Minnesota-North Itasca Softball Nabs No. 8 Seed in NJCAA National Tournament

The No.8 Vikings are set to face the No. 1 seeded Wildcats of North Dakota State School of Science.

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- For the first time in five years and tenth in school history, the Minnesota-North Itasca softball team is one of eight teams left to compete for an NJCAA National Championship. The Vikings punched their ticket last weekend, defeating Central Lakes College twice to be crowned region 13b champs. As of Sunday, Minnesota-North Itasca’s opponent has been revealed….

Superior Softball Completes Perfect 22-0 Regular Season

Next up, the Spartans will await seeding for Regionals heading into the State Tournament. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior softball team capped off a perfect 22-0 regular season on Saturday with an 8-5 victory over Chippewa Falls. The Spartans battled back from a 3-0 deficit early in the game, but tallied a four run third and never looked back. Next up, the Spartans will await seeding for Regionals heading into the State Tournament. Categories: High…

Duluth FC Opens Home Slate with a Victory

Stefan Roeb, Dylan Zavatini and Kostyantyn Domaratskyy scored for the Bluegreens.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC kicked off their home schedule, Saturday evening with a 3-1 victory over the Sioux Falls Thunder. Stefan Roeb netted the first goal to tie things up at the 21 minute mark in the first half. tacked on two more in the final 45 minutes. Next up, the Bluegreens are set to face off with the La…

Prep Softball: Proctor Walks it Off in Extras, Esko Wins Regular Season Finale

Sami Shelton knocked the game winning fielder's choice, but also accounted for six RBIs for the Rails. 

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor softball team improved to 16-4 on Friday afternoon at home, walking it off against Rush City in extra innings to win 7-6. Sami Shelton knocked the game winning fielder’s choice, but also accounted for six RBIs for the Rails. Next up, Proctor will head into section playoffs set to begin May 23. Brackets have not yet…

Northern Star: The Haugens

The Haugens and the Eskomos will look to extend an 11 game win streak, on the road this Friday against Roseau.

ESKO, Minn.- In baseball everything starts at home. and in the Haugen household two brothers and their father get to share their love of the game, all on the same Diamond. “Kind of have a built-in friend, I guess, as your brother. You come to the field together, go play catch together. If we’re at home we can say, ‘let’s…

Prep Baseball: Esko Improves to 10-0, Duluth Marshall Grabs 5th Straight Victory

Esko (10-0) will next play at Roseau on Friday. Meanwhile, Duluth Marshall will play at Rock Ridge on Thursday.

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko baseball team remained unbeaten on the year on Tuesday, defeating Hibbing 13 to 2 on their homefield. The Eskomos were led by Finn Furcht on the mound as he tossed seven strikeouts through three innings. Esko (10-0) will next play at Roseau on Friday. Hibbing (2-4) looks to bounce back at Cloquet on Thursday. In other…

Bulldogs Softball Begins Postseason Pursuit as No. 7 Seed in NCAA Regional Tournament

Bulldogs softball becomes the fifth team this year to represent in the NCAA Tournament.

  DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend, the UMD softball team nabbed their fifth NSIC tournament championship, the first in over 20 years. That win gave the Bulldogs the automatic bid into the NCAA Central Regional Tournament. The Bulldogs postseason pursuit is just days away and early Monday morning the playoff stage was set. This trip to the Regional Tournament marks…

Prep Baseball: Denfeld, Superior Protects Home Turf

The Hunters were backed by a big five-run third inning. While, The Spartans starter on the mound Nathan Maki would give up just one hit with 5 strikeouts through 6 innings of work. 

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Denfeld picked up a 6-1 home win over Greenway/Nashwauk Keewatin at Wade Stadium, Monday afternoon. The Hunters were backed by a big five-run third inning. Next up, Denfeld hits to road for LSC match-up with Grand Rapids, Wednesday at 4 PM. While, the Raiders are set to host International Falls, Thursday at 4:30 PM. Meanwhile, Superior defeated…

UMD Softball NSIC Tournament Champs for First Time in Two Decades

Zavoral led the way at the plate going 4-4, with a double, RBI and 2 runs scored. Junior pitcher Lauren Dixon, held it down in the circle giving up no runs on 4 hits, fanning 5 batters.

ROCHESTER, Minn.- The UMD softball team has been a dominant force throughout the NSIC Tournament. On Saturday afternoon, the Bulldogs capped it off with a 9-0 victory over Augustana to be crowned Conference Champions for the first time since 2002. The Bulldogs broke open the scoring in the top of the first when Sidney Zavoral rocked an RBI double, followed…

UWS Men’s Golf Prepares to Tee-off in the NCAA Regional Tournament

The Yellowjackets will compete in the NCAA National Championship at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Ken. May 16-19.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s golf team has raised the UMAC trophy in four out of the past six season. UWS pulled off an impressive comeback in the conference tournament back in October and are now gearing up to tee off for a chance at a National Championship. The Yellowjackets will compete in the NCAA National Championship at Keene Trace…

Hermantown Baseball Stays Perfect with Victory over Cloquet

The Hawks move to a perfect 6-0 on the season with the win, the only undefeated team in the Lake Superior Conference. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Hermantown baseball team picked up their sixth win on the season (6-0) after defeating Cloquet 10-0 on Friday. The Hawks move to a perfect 6-0 on the season with the win, the only undefeated team in the Lake Superior Conference. Next up, Hermantown will hit the road to take on Rock Ridge on Monday at 4:30 PM….

Proctor/Hermantown Stealth Earn First Victory of the Season

The Stealth would have a big second quarter, highlighted by back to back goals from Josh Muehlbauer.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Stealth boys lacrosse team picked up their first victory of the season, Friday, with a 9-4 victory over Hopkins at home. The Stealth would have a big second quarter, highlighted by back to back goals, just 30 seconds apart, from Josh Muehlbauer. Proctor/Hermantown will be back in action on Tuesday, hosting Grand Rapids/Greenway at 7 PM….

Hawks Softball Soars to Victory

Lindsey Ewer earned the win in the circle, striking out seven. The Hawks move to 4-1 on the season. 

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown softball team picked up the 7-1 victory over Esko, Thursday afternoon in the Hawks first home game. Lindsey Ewer earned the win in the circle, striking out seven. The Hawks move to 4-1 on the season. Hermantown will look to keep rolling, taking on North Branch Friday on the road for a 5 PM start time….

UMD Football’s Brent Laing Signs with Jets, Zach Ojile Accepts Vikings Mini Camp Invite

O-lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted free-agent with the New York Jets. While, tight end Zach Ojile will get the chance to showcase his talents in the Vikings Rookie Mini Camp held later this week. 

  ULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend two of the Bulldogs brightest stars answered the phone call of a lifetime, accepting offers to continue their career in the NFL. O-lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted free-agent with the New York Jets. While, tight end Zach Ojile will get the chance to showcase his talents in the Vikings Rookie Mini…

Proctor and Superior Softball Pick Up Wins at Home

Superior's Haley Zembo would have a great outing in the circle, throwing a no-hitter against the Pirates with 11 strikeouts. 

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor softball team rolled to 6-1 on the season after defeating Two Harbors 11-1 at home, Monday afternoon. The Rails will next face off with Hermantown, Tuesday from Egerdahl Field in a Lake Superior match-up. First pitch is set for 4:30 PM. Meanwhile, the Superior Spartans improve to 10-0, knocking off Grantsburg 11-1 at home. Haley Zembo…

Bulldogs Softball Falls in Battle for NSIC Regular Season Title

Next up, UMD will set their sights on the NSIC Tournament, set to begin Wednesday, May 3 in Rochester, Minnesota. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team fell in a pair of games to Augustana on Sunday afternoon in a battle for their first NSIC regular season title since 2013. In Game One, the Vikings scored in every inning, knocking three home runs to win it 17-4 in five innings. Senior catcher Sidney Zavoral accounted for two of the four Bulldogs…

UMD Football’s Ojile and Laing Get Called to the League

Laing becomes the first Bulldog to sign with an NFL team since 2014. 

DULUTH, Minn.- On the final day of the 2023 NFL Draft, UMD’s Zach Ojile and Brent Laing get called to the league. Ojile received and accepted an invite to the Minnesota Vikings Rookie Mini Camp. He played in 40 games for the Bulldogs with 702 receiving yards and 24 total touchdowns. Meanwhile, lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted…

Esko Remains Perfect on the Season with Shutout Win

Ty Christianson had a day at the plate, going 3-4 with 2 RBIs. Cale Haugen was lights out on the mound, throwing a two-hit shutout with 10 strikeouts. 

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Esko baseball team rolled to 5-0 on the year, Saturday afternoon, with a 7-0 shutout win over Proctor. Ty Christianson had a day at the plate, going 3-4 with 2 RBIs. Cale Haugen was lights out on the mound, throwing a two-hit shutout with 10 strikeouts. Esko is set to host Rock Ridge on Monday at 4…

UMD Baseball’s Rally Falls Short Settling for Split

UMD will finish the series with St. Cloud, Sunday at noon from Wade Stadium.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD baseball team settled for the split with St. Cloud State, Saturday afternoon, winning Game One 7-6, but falling in Game Two 14-9. The Bulldogs were down five in the fifth, but Alex Wattermann knocks a grand slam to bring UMD within one. However, the Huskies would string together a five run fifth inning and hold UMD…

UMD Softball’s Explosive Offense Earns Bulldogs the Sweep

The Bulldogs will look to earn their first NSIC regular season title since 2013 on Sunday, in a championship match up with Augustana. Game One is set for noon at Malosky Stadium. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team picked up a pair of mercy rule victories (10-0, 8-0), Saturday afternoon at home, over Wayne State. Junior Kat Burkhardt led the way offensively going 3-5 on the day, with two home runs. While, junior pitcher Lauren Dixon, picked up her 22nd win on the season, giving up no runs on two hits, striking…

Top Plays 4/28/23

This week's Top Play goes to Grand Rapids Baseball's Caleb Gunderson

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s Top Plays go to: #3- Grand Rapids Baseball’s Kyler Miller #2- Cloquet Softball’s Roena Diver, hit for the cycle with 6 RBIs. #1- Grand Rapids Baseball’s Caleb Gunderson Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Plays of the Week, Sports