Author: Cam Derr

Capps
Professional Sports, Sports

Ron Capps Sets Sights on 7th NHRA Funny Car Title in Brainerd

Capps placed third in qualifiers Friday, but the real speed will showcase Sunday beginning at 11 AM.  
Cam Derr,

BRAINERD, Minn.- Contrary to what it may seem, there is no “funny business” about Funny Cars. Imagine going up to 330 mph in a matter of seconds. Well, for Funny Car World Champion Ron Capps, it’s just another day at work. The Lucas Oil National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Nationals got started Friday at Brainerd International Speedway. Greenlighting with qualifying…

Cc Wiese
Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coaches Corner: Curt Wiese

For this week's segment we hear from head football coach at UMD, Curt Wiese.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we caught up with head football coach at the University of Minnesota-Duluth Curt Wiese. The Bulldogs got their first week of practice out of the way and have their sights on the season that’s just around the corner. Wiese talks senior leadership and his favorite parts about being a Bulldog. Categories: Coaches Corner,…

Emma Raye
High School, Sports

Emma Raye Decommits Ahead of Senior Season

With the announcement, Raye reopens her recruiting process going into her senior year. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Superior’s Emma Raye announced via Twitter Tuesday she has decommitted to the University of Wisconsin. In her tweet Raye says, “I would like to say how thankful I am for Wisconsin offering me a spot to play softball for such a great program. After heartfelt consideration, it is in my best interest to explore different opportunities, reopening my…

Den Fb
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld football ready for clean slate in 2022

Denfeld opens the season on September 2nd at home against Esko.
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn. – After a winless campaign in 2021, the Duluth Denfeld football team is more than ready for the new season. Head Coach Erik Lofald returns for his 10th year as a Hunter and 4th as a coach. He acknowledges that there has been some growing pains the past couple of seasons. But now those who have experienced…

Huskies Playoffs
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Take Game One of Playoffs

Duluth will travel to Eau Claire for the final two games of the series, Game Two is set for 7:05 PM at Carson Park. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Huskies opened the postseason Sunday at Wade Stadium against the Eau Claire Express. Duluth pulled out the win, tallying eight runs on 10 hits. Jonathan Vastine lead the way going 3-5, with a triple and two runs scored. The Huskies win Game One 8-6. Duluth will travel to Eau Claire for the final two games of the series,…

Huskies Reflect
Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Reflect on Northwoods League Experience

As the season is coming to a close the Huskies look back on some of their best times.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Back in May 40 of the best baseball players from across the country stepped onto the field at Wade Stadium, some having already played together but most were meeting for the very first time. Now as the Huskies enter into the playoffs, they reflect back on their experiences this season. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Umd Wbb
College, Sports

UMD Women’s Basketball Adds Carpenter and Kieger to Coaching Staff

Carpenter comes from the University of Jamestown and Kieger comes to UMD from St. Cloud State.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team has added Ryan Carpenter and Cici Kieger to their coaching staff for this upcoming season. Carpenter comes to Duluth from the University of Jamestown, he brings 13-years of coaching experience at both the high school and college levels. Kieger comes from St. Cloud State, where she was also on the hardwood as a…

Css Msoc
College, Sports

CSS Men’s Soccer Heads to England for Preseason

The Saints will return August 29 and open its season Saturday September 3 against the Milwaukee School of Engineering. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS men’s soccer team will spend its preseason in England preparing for its second season as a member of the MIAC. The team will spend ten days in England and will play in four exhibition matches against local clubs while also training with elite academies. The Saints will return August 29 and open its season Saturday September…

Css Fb
College, Sports

CSS Football Prepares for Upcoming Season

CSS will kick off on the road against Sewanee September 3rd. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Like all teams the St. Scholastica football team is starting off with a clean slate, after finishing last season 0-8. The Saints are back to the grind as practice began Friday and the team is focused on improving one day at a time. “Sticking to our program philosophy, attention to detail, focusing on the little things and just…

Wild Road Tour
Professional Sports, Sports

Wild Road Tour Stops at the Decc

The stop was the final stop in the road tour and was free to the public.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Wild road tour made its final stop at the DECC Thursday, where fans participated in interactive games on the inflatable street hockey rink, a video game station and a visit from the Wild’s mascot Nordy. Organizers say the road tour is an opportunity to bring the Wild to the fans. “The tour is just a great…

Uws Coach
College, Sports

UWS Names Emily Carpenter as Women’s Basketball Interim Head Coach

Carpenter is no stranger to UWS athletics having been a dual-sport athlete on the softball and basketball teams.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Announced Thursday, former player at UWS will step into the role of interim women’s basketball head coach at her alma mater, after former head coach Zach Otto-Fisher stepped down in May. Carpenter is no stranger to UWS athletics having been a dual-sport athlete on the softball and basketball teams. She spent four seasons on the court for the…

Huskies
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Earn Sweep in Regular Season Home Finale

The Huskies will hit the road to face the Wilmar Stingers Friday in the final regular season series.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies capped of their regular season home series against the La Crosse Loggers Thursday night at Wade Stadium. The Huskies were able to keep the Loggers off the board for the majority of the game, but a four run top of the ninth would tie the ballgame. The University of Omaha Nebraska product Eddie Satisky came…

Huskies Playoffs
Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Prepare for Postseason

Round one of the playoffs will be on home turf, the Huskies will host Eau Claire Sunday beginning at 5:35 PM. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Huskies won the first half, for the first time in program history, giving them the automatic bid into the playoffs. Now Duluth will face a team they’ve been unsuccessful against all season in the Eau Claire Express. We’ve had some tough losses here in the regular season with them but we’ll kind of rally the troops and…

Dati
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Brad Dati Earns Preseason Defensive Player of the Year

Dati led the team in 2021 in tackles with 51 solo, 41 assisted for a total of 92.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Announced last week the NSIC listed UMD linebacker very own Brad Dati as list year’s preseason defensive player of the year. Last season, Dati was awarded First Team All-Conference for his efforts, leading the team in tackles with 51 solo and 41 assisted for a total of 92, with five tackles for a loss resulting in 41 yards…

Hurdle Fi 2
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Shutout Loggers in Series Opener

Game Two will take place Thursday at Wade Stadium, first pitch is set for 6:35 PM. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.-  The Duluth Huskies opened their final home series of the regular season, hosting the La Crosse Loggers Wednesday night. The game was scoreless into the fifth. Cam Frederick with a sac fly to score Devin Hurdle, who went 2-2 with 2 runs on the night. The Huskies took Game One by way of shutout winning 4-0. Game Two…

Umd Vb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Selected Fifth in NSIC Preseason Polls

The girls will open this season in a non-conference tournament August  25, conference games begin September 9. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC preseason polls were released on Tuesday and the UMD volleyball team was picked fifth in the conference. The Bulldogs graduated two key players last season in middle blocker Summer Ballad and All-American outside hitter Kate Berg, but the team will look to their twelve returning players from last years roster. UMD finished last season tenth in…

Express Huskies
Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Drop Series to Eau Claire Express

Duluth will look to bounce back on Wednesday against the La Crosse Loggers at home, first pitch is set for 6:35 pm.  
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The division leading Express defeated the Huskies Tuesday night 8-1 at Wade Stadium. The Duluth Huskies are 0-8 against the Eau Claire Express this season after this series. However, a rematch is set for August 14 in a division playoff game. Duluth will look to bounce back on Wednesday against the La Crosse Loggers at home, first pitch is…

Painter Fi
Northwoods League, Sports

Express Offense Blows by Huskies

Duluth will look to get the split Tuesday at home, first pitch is set for 6:35 pm. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies hosted the Eau Claire Express in a playoff preview Monday night at Wade Stadium. The Express’ bats combined for 12 runs on 20 hits to take Game One from the Huskies 12-5. Duluth will look to get the split Tuesday at home, first pitch is set for 6:35 pm. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports

Umd Vb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Ready to be a Contender in NSIC

The Bulldogs will open their season on the road in the St. Cloud State/Concordia St. Paul tournament beginning August 26. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD Volleyball began their preseason practices Monday. The girls finished last season 10-10 in NSIC play, in what is arguably the best division two volleyball conference in the country, seeing three teams finish last season in the Nations Top 25 American Volleyball Coaches association rankings, including UMD ranked at seven. The Bulldogs say that run for post…

Umd Fb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Kicks Off Training Camp

UMD kicks off on home turf September 1 against Southwest Minnesota State. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD Football is just 24 short days from kick off, but first the Bulldogs are back to business with day one of training camp in the books. New additions to the coaching staff will bring a new perspective to the playbook, the team will look to build on their success from last season. “You have new personnel on…

Noah Marcelo
Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

Huskies Noah Marcelo Signs to Play Professionally in the Pioneer League

The Pioneer League is a professional partner league with the MLB.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Huskies first half standout Noah Marcelo has recently signed on to play professional baseball for the Glacier Range Riders of the Pioneer League, playing under former Duluth hitting coach Stu Peterson that guided Marcelo along his journey. “He’s coaching out here at the Glacier Range Riders and he told me , ‘Hey, are you ready to go? Let’s…

Uws Soc
College, Sports

UWS Soccer Releases 2022 Schedule

Both teams will open play against Augsburg, September 1.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week, the UW-Superior men’s and women’s soccer teams released their schedule for this upcoming season. The women’s team is coming off the program’s first ever UMAC title and is set to have a heavy home schedule, playing 11 of their 20 regular season games at home. The Yellowjackets will open with a match against Augsburg on September…

Jd Jonathan
Northwoods League, Sports

INTERVIEW: JD Rogers and Jonathan Vastine

Rogers and Vastine play together for the Duluth Huskies and Vanderbilt.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Fox 21’s Cam Derr caught up with Huskies and Vanderbilt teammates JD Rogers and Jonathan Vastine after their return from playing in the Northwoods Major League Dreams Showcase. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports

Umd Cc
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coaches Corner: Carly Brousek

For this week's segment we hear from assistant softball coach at UMD Carly Brousek.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we catch up with the newest addition to the UMD softball team’s coaching staff Carly Brousek ahead of the Bulldogs Fall season. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Umd Whky Schedule
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Schedule Released

The Bulldogs will have 16 regular season home games.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD Women’s Hockey team released the 2022-23 schedule Thursday. The Bulldogs will open their season on the road in a non-conference series against Long Island University, September 24 and 25, the first ever meeting between these two teams. The first home series will take place October 7 and 8 against conference opponent Minnesota State University, Mankato. In all,…

Art Von Baseball
Sports

Art Von Memorial Baseball Tournament to have Biggest Event Yet

The tournament is expecting 64 teams from near and far making it the largest tournament in the 28 years of running it
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Back in 1959, one Minnesota man brought Little League baseball to Duluth, sparking interest in the game ever since. Art Von, an army vet who survived Normandy in World War II receiving a Purple Heart for his service then returned to his home state of Minnesota, started a business and family, then moved to Duluth where he started…

Badges Ball And Bbq
Community, Sports

13th Annual Badges, Ball and BBQ Event Held at Wade Stadium

The annual game is put on as an effort to raise money for the Northern Lights Foundation.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.-  The annual Badges, Ball and BBQ event that featured the Duluth and Superior police and fire departments facing off in a slow-pitch softball game. The annual game is put on as an effort to raise money for the Northern Lights Foundation, a local children’s charity dedicated to donating money to local families in need of support. “It’s fun…

Mally Lumsden
Sports

Hayward Wolfpack’s Malcolm Lumsden Wins League MVP

Lumsden lead the WPASL with 24 goals and 2 assists in just 8 games. 
Cam Derr,

HAYWARD, Wis. – The Wisconsin Primary Amateur Soccer League announced today that they have cancelled the Challenge Cup Tournament that was set to take place this weekend. The Wolfpack won’t have the chance to compete for a state title, however for the second year in a row a member of the team was crowned league MVP. Former Saint Malcolm Lumsden…

Anna Klein
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Anna Klein Signs On with Minnesota Whitecaps

Klein ranked fifth in the NCAA with 1.31 points per game average, helping the Bulldogs to the Frozen Four Finals this past year.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Whitecaps have signed former UMD forward Anna Klein to a one-year deal coming off a stellar five-year career with Bulldogs. Klein served as a captain during her final two seasons averaging more than 20 points per season in her career and just last season tallied 50 points in 40 regular season games. Klein ranked fifth in…

Rampage Sb
Sports

Rampage Travel Softball Back in the Northland

The Rampage is wrapping up tryouts Wednesday for their 12u, 14u and 16u teams.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- After disbanding just over a year ago, a surge of demand on social media brought the Rampage travel softball team back together. With a lack of competitive softball in the Northland and many traveling hours to the cities for practice, co-founder Stewart Goldberg decided it was time to give the ball players in the area the opportunity to…

Rogers/vastine
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Rogers and Vastine Show Out in Major League Dreams Showcase

Rogers went 2-5 with a double and 3 RBI's and Vastine finished his day 3-5 with a double and 3 RBI's.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Tuesday, six Duluth Huskies got to prove their abilities in the Northwoods Major League Dreams Showcase. Two of those Huskies have been making an impact on the diamond all season long. The Vandy boys JD Rogers and Jonathan Vastine showed up and showed out yesterday in front of MLB scouts and if they weren’t on their radar…

Max Plante
College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Max Plante Verbally Commits to UMD

Plante made the announcement Tuesday on Twitter.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Monday marked the first day that high school juniors could receive offers and make verbal commitments to play collegiate hockey. One of those verbal commits is Hermantown’s Max Plante, who announced on Twitter Tuesday. Along with a picture of a young Plante on the ice from 2011 celebrating the Bulldogs first ever National Championship. This announcement comes one…

Superior Fb
High School, Sports

Superior Football Brings the Energy to First Day of Practice

The Spartans kick off their season against Rice Lake on August 12.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Tuesday was the Superior football team’s practice of the season after a couple years with a non-traditional preseason due to the pandemic, the Spartans are eager to be back out on the field and are ready to prove just why they shouldn’t be counted out. “Last year we couldn’t have any of it and it showed and…

Hayward Soc
Sports

Hayward Wolfpack Win Over Lobos FC Sends them to WI Challenge Cup

The win gives the Wolfpack a chance to compete for a state title.
Cam Derr,

HAYWARD, Minn.- The Hayward Wolfpack beat Lobos FC 2-1 on Sunday with both goals by Mally Lumsden and an assist by Finigan Huffington, sending the team straight to the Wisconsin Challenge Cup for a chance to compete for a state title. Those games will take place this upcoming weekend. Categories: Sports

New Wilderness Coach
Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Add Kyle Brodie to Coaching Staff

The Wilderness says Brodie's hiring is the first of what is expected to be two coaches added to the staff ahead of training camp beginning August 29. 
Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness announced Sunday the team has added former Bemidji State Beaver Kyle Brodie to the coaching staff. Brodie comes to the Wilderness after spending the last six seasons working with triple-A programs in Washington state. Brodie finished his career on the ice during the 2015-16 season when he skated in 51 games for the Columbus Cottonmouths…

Plante Blackhawks
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Assistant Coach Derek Plante Accepts Coaching Job with Chicago Blackhawks

UMD says the search for a replacement will begin immediately.  
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Bulldogs assistant coach Derek Plante will join the NHL’s  Chicago Blackhawks for this upcoming season. Plante, a graduate of UMD joined the coaching staff back in 2010 and then just ten months later helped coach the Bulldogs to their first ever National Championship, beating Michigan 3-2 in overtime. During his tenure UMD has qualified for five NCAA…

Vote Starling
Sports

Duluth FC’s Jake Starling Nominated for NPSL Awards

If you'd like to vote for Starling click the link in the story.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC’s captain and defender Jake Starling is nominated for the NPSL’s National XI and Golden Ball Awards, as the only member of the Bluegreens. With a total of 92 teams in the league, three defenders are selected from 12 nominees, and one player will be awarded the Golden Ball award or overall MVP. Of the nominations the…

Lumberjacks
Sports

Sights and Sounds at the Lumberjack World Championships

The Lumberjack World Championships will finish up Saturday, July 30. 
Cam Derr,

HAYWARD, Minn.- Friday was day two of the 62nd Lumberjack World Championships that brought the worlds best lumberjacks to Hayward, Minnesota to compete in sawing, chopping, speed climbing, log rolling and more. Here’s the sights and sounds from this year’s competition. The Lumberjack World Championships will finish up Saturday, July 30. Categories: Sports

Cc Randall
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Ali Randall

For this week's segment we hear from the head of the Duluth Northern Stars, Ali Randall.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we sit down with the newest head coach of the Duluth Northern Stars, Ali Randall as she goes into her first season heading the program. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Sports Physicals
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

St. Luke’s Encourages Scheduling Sports Physicals Sooner than Later

Call and make an appointment at any St. Luke's clinic before summer ends. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Fall sports are just around the corner and St. Luke’s is reminding athletes to get ahead of the game and get their sports physicals. Physicals are required by Minnesota and Wisconsin high schools prior to tryouts and are to be updated every three years. “The purpose of the physicals are to screen for conditions that may affect your…

Books And Baseball
Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Books and Baseball Returns to Wade Stadium

Books and Baseball will begin at 1:15 PM at Wade Stadium with countless activities leading up the Huskies game against the Mudpuppies at 3:05 PM. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The fifth annual Books and Baseball game is back this weekend at Wade Stadium just before the Huskies game. Kids will have the chance to participate in fun activities including story time with some of the Huskies players. The library says this event is a good way to keep kids engaged in education throughout the summer. “We want…

Sup Baseball Team
Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Superior Little League Team Headed Back to States

The Superior 10U Little League team will travel to Wausau, representing district three in the state tournament beginning Sunday and running through August 5.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- For the second year in a row the Superior 10U Little League baseball team is headed off to the state tournament after taking the District 3 title on July 10th in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. On Friday, the team was set up on the corner of 21st and Hill Ave. in Superior handing out lemonade and cookies hoping for…

Giguere
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Elizabeth Giguere Signs on with Boston Pride

Giguere ranks sixth in all-time scoring in Division I history.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 2020 Patty Kazmaier award winner Elizabeth Giguere has signed on with the women’s professional hockey franchise the Boston Pride, with a one year contract for the 2022-23 season. In the past five seasons, Giguere has been a national sensation, dominating the collegiate hockey scene. During her time with Clarkson University she broke the school scoring record as…

Umd Womens Hky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Five UMD Women’s Hockey Players Invited to USA Hockey National Festival

The camp takes place in Buffalo, New York from August 8-13.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Five current and former UMD women’s hockey players have been invited to the USA Hockey National Festival coming up in August. Senior center Gabbie Hughes and junior forward Clara Van Wieren have made the roster along with recent graduates Anna Klein, Sydney Brodt and Maddie Rooney. The 2022 U.S. Women’s National Team and Collegiate Select teams will be…

Huskies Express
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Bats are Quiet in Sweep by Express

The Huskies will hit the road Thursday to open a series with the Bismarck Larks. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies hosted the division leading Eau Claire Express Wednesday for a doubleheader at Wade Stadium. In Game One the Eau Claire’s bats erupted, tallying 12 runs on 17 hits taking the first game 12-4. Then in Game Two the Huskies were kept off the board until the seventh, however that rally would fall short as the…

Twolves Lynx Camp
Sports

Lynx-Timberwolves Basketball Camp Back in the Northland

The camp is hosted by the Timberwolves and Lynx basketball academy out of the cities, the camp will wrap up tomorrow. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Lynx and Timberwolves youth basketball camp has returned to Duluth for the first time post-pandemic to spread knowledge and skills on the court, but also share some life lessons that are bigger than basketball. “It goes back to the roots of basketball. I remember as a kid, where it started for me is the camps and I…

Zoe Hill Cc
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Zoe Hill

For this week's segment we hear from Duluth Figure Skating Club's coach Zoe Hill.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we spoke with recently retired coach at the Duluth Figure Skating Club Zoe Hill, who hangs up her skates after 50 years. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Duluth Figure Skating
Sports

Duluth Figure Skaters Compete on National Stage

Martinelli will compete in the U.S. Collegiate Championships this Saturday and Sunday.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Last weekend two of the Duluth Figure Skating Club’s skaters placed bronze, amongst 400 competitors in the 2022 Excel National Festival in Norwood, Massachusetts. Superior’s Alyssa Isackson ended her season on a high note making the podium in the Excel Intermediate Women’s Event. “I was super excited, I really didn’t expect it, I was just doing competitions for…

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