Author: Isaiah Wiita

M-I-B Girls Basketball Extends Win Streak to Seven After Trip to Esko

The Rangers extend their winning streak to seven after taking down Esko 85-22. 

  ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team aimed for its third consecutive win on Monday, hosting undefeated Mountain Iron-Buhl. The Rangers extend their winning streak to seven after taking down Esko 85-22. M-I-B is back in action on Saturday, December 20th, against Northome/Kelliher. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. For Esko, their next game is on Thursday, December 18th,…

Duluth Denfeld Running Back Jak King Commits to Play College Football at Macalester

In King's senior year with the Hunters, he recorded 186 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Denfeld running back Jak King will continue his football career at the college level. King announced his commitment to Macalester College over the weekend. In King’s senior year with the Hunters, he recorded 186 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. He also had 5 receptions for 46 receiving yards. The Hunters captain joins a Macalester team that went…

Boys Hockey: Hermantown Remains Undefeated & C-E-C Falls at Home

The Hawks improve to 5-0-2 on the season, defeating the Irish 7-3.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team hosted Rosemount on Saturday afternoon. The Hawks improve to 5-0-2 on the season, defeating the Irish 7-3. Up next for the Hawks, they will hit the road to take on Duluth Denfeld on Tuesday, December 16th. Game time is at 7:30 p.m. Down I-35, Cloquet/Esko/Carlton took on Gentry Academy on Saturday. The Stars…

#5 UMD Men’s Hockey Closes Out 2025 With Series Split Against Arizona State

UMD drops to 14-6 on the season after Saturday's loss to the Sun Devils. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team closed out its series with the Arizona State Sun Devils on Saturday night. The Sun Devils found the back of the net six times to take down the Bulldogs 6-3. UMD drops to 14-6 on the season after Saturday’s loss to the Sun Devils. The Bulldogs are back in action on Friday, January…

UMD Men’s Hockey Tops Arizona State in Head Coach Scott Sandelin’s 1,000th Game with Bulldogs

The Bulldogs take care of business in game one, taking down the Sun Devils 3-1. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team closed out 2025 with a home series against Arizona State on Friday. A special nigh for head coach Scott Sandelin as he reaches his 1,000th game coaching UMD. The Bulldogs take care of business in game one, taking down the Sun Devils 3-1. Max Plante, Daniel Shlaine, and Kyle Gaffney all found the…

Superior Boys Basketball Improves to 6-0 After Dominant Win Over Esko

Superior is back in action on Tuesday, December 16th, against Eau Claire Memorial. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys basketball team hosted Esko on Friday night. The Spartans improve to 6-0 after defeating Esko 90-52. Superior is back in action on Tuesday, December 16th, against Eau Claire Memorial. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. For Esko, their next game is on Tuesday, December 16th, against Proctor. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. Categories: Friday…

UMD Men’s Hockey Sophomores Zam Plante & Adam Gajan Selected to Play in 2025 Spengler Cup

The U.S. Collegiate Selects team opens up tournament play on Friday, December 26th, against Team Canada in Switzerland.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Spengler cup is the oldest invitational ice hockey tournament in the world and two current UMD Bulldogs have been selected to play in the tournament. Sophomore forward Zam Plante and Goaltender Adam Gajan were picked for the U.S. Collegiate Selects team that will participate in the Spengler Cup. This is the first time that NCAA DI men’s…

Team Peterson Qualifies for 2026 Winter Olympic Games for Women’s Curling

Team Peterson defeated Norway 8-4 at the Olympic Qualification event earlier this week.

DULUTH, Minn.-Duluth Native Cory Thiesse and Team Peterson have qualified for the Winter Olympics and will represent Team USA. Team Peterson defeated Norway 8-4 at the Olympic Qualification event earlier this week. Team USA will begin the Winter Olympic games in Italy on Thursday, February 12th. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

Minnesota Monsters Release Schedule for Upcoming Season in AF1 League

In their first season in the Arena Football One league, the Monsters will play in 12 games.

DULUTH, Minn.- In arena football, the Minnesota Monsters have released their 2026 schedule. In their first season in the Arena Football One league, the Monsters will play in 12 games. The Team will open up the year on the road against the Albany Firebirds on Saturday, April 11th. The Monsters will be on the road for the first 6 weeks…

Northern Star: Caitlin Kraemer

The Waterloo, Ontario native has an opportunity to don the red and white for Canada's National Team for the second time in her hockey career.

DULUTH, Minn- UMD Forward Caitlin Kraemer took the ice by storm in her freshman year with UMD. Fast forward to her sophomore season, and she picked up right where she left off. Knocking down 9 goals and tallying 6 assists for the Dogs. “She’s just a pro in everything that she does, she gets to the rink early. That’s one…

Cherry & Superior Boys Basketball Remains Perfect on the Season

The Tigers improve to 3-0 on the season, taking down the Hilltoppers 75-57.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys basketball team hosted the undefeated Cherry Tigers on Monday night. The Tigers improve to 3-0 on the season, taking down the Hilltoppers 75-57. Over in Wisconsin, the Superior Spartans took on the Proctor Rails. The Spartans roll past the Rails 89-36, to improve to 5-0. Categories: High School, Sports

UMD Women’s Basketball Guard Claire Bjorge Named NSIC North Division Player of the Week

This honor marks Bjorge's first NSIC conference award during her career with the Bulldogs.

DULUTH, Minn.- On the hardwood, UMD women’s basketball shooting guard Claire Bjorge was named NSIC North Division player of the week. This honor marks Bjorge’s first NSIC conference award during her career with the Bulldogs. In UMD’s last two conference wins, the sophomore guard averaged 21 points and 7 rebounds. She also recorded a career high in points against Minnesota…

Three-Goal First Period Lifts Hamline Over CSS Men’s Hockey

CSS is back in action on Friday, January 2nd, against Beloit College. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS men’s hockey team hosted Hamline on Saturday night. The Pipers leave Duluth with a win, defeating the Saints 5-2. CSS is back in action on Friday, January 2nd, against Beloit College. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. Categories: College, Sports

#12 UW-Eau Claire Tops UWS Women’s Hockey 4-2 in WIAC Battle

UWS is back in action on Friday, December 12th, against Concordia (Minn.) 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS women’s hockey team hosted 12th-ranked Eau Claire on Saturday. After ending the first period tied 2-2, the Blugolds scored two goals to take down the Yellowjackets 4-2. UWS is back in action on Friday, December 12th, against Concordia (Minn.) Puck drop is at 7 p.m.   Categories: College, Sports

UWS Men’s Basketball Can’t Complete Comeback Against St. Norbert

UWS will return to action on Wednesday, December 10th, against St. Scholastica. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s basketball team aimed for its second consecutive win on Saturday, taking on St. Norbert. The Yellowjackets fall to the Green Knights 64-56, dropping to 1-7 on the year. UWS will return to action on Wednesday, December 10th, against St. Scholastica. Game time is at 7 p.m. Categories: College, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Basketball Picks Up First Win in Home Opener Against North Branch

Denfeld's next game is on Thursday, December 11th, against Cloquet. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team held their home opener against North Branch on Friday night. The Hunters defend their home court defeating the Vikings 78-66. Denfeld’s next game is on Thursday, December 11th, against Cloquet. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

CSS Women’s Hockey Falls in OT Against #11 Hamline

CSS is back in action on Saturday, December 6th, against Hamline.

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s hockey team hosted #11 ranked Hamline on Friday night. After ending regulation tied 2-2, the Pipers found the back of the net to take down the Saints 3-2. CSS is back in action on Saturday, December 6th, against Hamline. Game time is at 4 p.m. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UMD Football’s Dehnicke, Weerts, Krouse, & Geerts Land on Super Region 3 Teams

UMD closed out the 2025 season with a 10-2 record.

DULUTH, Minn.- In college football, four UMD Bulldogs were named to the D2CCA All-Super Region 3 team this week. Tight End Luke Dehnicke was selected First team All Super Region 3 after his redshirt freshman year with UMD. Other Bulldogs earning regional accolades were offensive lineman Carter Geerts, defensive lineman Mojo Weerts, and defensive back Joey Krouse who all earned…

Four UMD Track Athletes Named to NSIC Players to Watch List for Indoor Season

Both the men's and women's teams were picked to finish seventh in the NSIC for the indoor season.

DULUTH, Minn.- Four UMD indoor track and field athletes were named to the NSIC Players to Watch list for the upcoming season on Thursday. Players named to the watch list were, junior sprinter Brady Johnson, senior thrower Jackson Weston, graduate distance runner Shaelyn Hostager, and junior jumper Erin Steinman. Both the men’s and women’s teams were picked to finish seventh…

Prep Hockey: Duluth Marshall Boys Remains Perfect, Lightning & Mirage Settle for Tie

The Hilltoppers improve to 4-0 on the year, defeating the Stars 2-1. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys hockey looked to keep their perfect season alive, hosting Gentry Academy. The Hilltoppers improve to 4-0 on the year, defeating the Stars 2-1. Duluth Marshall is back in action on Saturday, December 6th, against Minneapolis. Game time is at 12:15 p.m. Over in prep girls hockey, the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage took on Grand Rapids/Greenway. Both…

Proctor Girls Basketball Rolls Past Hermantown for Win Number Three

Proctor improves to 3-1, while Hermantown drops to 1-2 on the year.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown girls basketball team host Proctor on Thursday night. The Rails head home with a win, defeating the Hawks 72-35. Next up for the Rails, they will host Minnehaha Academy on Saturday, December 6th. Game time is at 3 p.m. For Hermantown, they’re back at home on Friday, December 5th, against Esko. Tip-off is at 7:15 p.m….

Superior Girls Hoops Earns Road Win Over Esko

Superior will face Eau Claire North on Thursday.

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team hosted Superior on Monday. In a back and forth battle, it was the Spartans who came out on top, 55 to 47. Esko is back in action on Friday, December 5th, against Hermantown. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. Up next for Superior they will take on Eau Claire North on Thursday, December…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Hockey Moves Up in Recent USCHO Poll

Both UMD men's and women's team returns to the ice after its Thanksgiving break.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team moved up in the recent USCHO poll on Monday. UMD is ranked 4th in the country after the Thanksgiving holiday. The Bulldogs have a tough road test this weekend. The team will travel to Kalamazoo to take on 7th ranked Western Michigan. Game one between the Bulldogs and the Broncos is on Friday…

UMD’s Kleber & Plante Named to U.S. National Junior Team Preliminary Roster

Future UMD goalie and former Proctor Rail A.J Reyelts was also named to the preliminary roster.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD sophomores Adam Kleber and Max Plante have been making plays for the UMD men’s hockey team this season. Now the duo will suit up for Team USA, as the pair was named to the 2026 U.S. National Junior Team Preliminary roster on Monday. Kleber and Plante helped the U.S to a 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship gold…

UMD’s Kraemer & Former Bulldog Larocque Set to Skate in Final Two Games of Rivalry Series for Team Canada

The final two games of the Rivalry Series are on December 10th and 13th. 

DULUTH, Minn.- Current UMD Bulldog Caitlin Kraemer and former All-American Bulldog Jocelyne Larocque have been named to Canada’s National team roster for the last two games of the Rivalry Series on Monday. Kraemer is the youngest forward to be named to the roster. She last suited up for Team Canada in the U.S. Rivalry Series back on October 31st and…

Girls Hockey: Andover Scores 4 Unanswered Goals to Take Down the Mirage 4-1

The Mirage fall to 4-3 on the year.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team hosted Andover on Saturday afternoon. After a scoreless first period, Avery Milbridge found the back of the net on the power play to give the Mirage a 1-0 lead. However, the Huskies scored four unanswered goals to defeat the Mirage 4-1. The Mirage is back in action on Thursday, December 4th, against Grand…

UWS Men’s Hoops Falls Short at Home Against Loras

UWS drops to 0-6 on the season.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s basketball team aimed for its first win of the season on Saturday, hosting Loras. In the first half, UWS controlled the ball on offense, taking a 36-29 lead into the break. Sadly, the Duhawks found life in the second half, defeating the Yellowjackets 68-65. UWS is back in action on Wednesday, December 3rd, against UW-Stout….

Boys Hockey: Proctor Earns First Win of the Season, Superior Dominates at Home

On Monday, the Proctor boys hockey held their home opener against Greenway. 

PROCTOR, Minn.- On Monday, the Proctor boys hockey team held their home opener against Greenway. The Rails earned their first win of the season, defeating the Raiders 9-0. Proctor was led by Breckin Ross and Rafe Giswold, who each had two goals in the victory. Proctor is back to work on Friday, November 28th, taking on Two Rivers. Puck drop…

Former Duluth Denfeld Running Back Taye Manns Named MIAC Rookie of the Year

In his freshman season with the Royals, Manns recorded 815 rushing yards and led the conference in rushing touchdowns with 13.

SAINT PAUL, Minn.- In college football, former Duluth Denfeld Hunter Taye Manns has earned some hardware for his first season with Bethel. Manns was named MIAC rookie of the year. In his freshman season with the Royals, Manns recorded 815 rushing yards and led the conference in rushing touchdowns with 13. The Duluth native also hauled in two receiving touchdowns….

UMD Men’s & Women’s Hockey Drop One Spot in USCHO Poll

Both teams will be back in action on December 5th. 

DULUTH, Minn.- On the ice, the UMD men’s hockey team falls to 5th in the recent USCHO poll after their series split with Colorado College over the weekend. On Friday, the Bulldogs secured the 4-2 win after Max Plante recorded his first hat trick with UMD. But Saturday, the Tigers knocked off UMD in overtime 2-1. For the women’s squad,…

UMD Men’s Basketball Bounces Back Against Lake Superior State

UMD will tip off NSIC conference play on November 25th, taking on Bemidji State. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team closed out the American Family Insurance Classic, taking on Lake Superior State on Saturday. The Bulldogs pick up their 4th win of the year, taking down the Lakers 72-69. Leading the way for the Bulldogs was Caleb Siwek with 22 points. UMD will tip off NSIC conference play on Tuesday, November 25th, taking…

#5 UMD Women’s Hockey Drops Back-to-Back Games Against #3 Ohio State

UMD will hit the road on Friday, December 5th, to take on Bemidji State.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team wrapped up its series with Ohio State on Saturday. The Buckeyes picked up right where they left off from game one, defeating the Bulldogs 4-1 to earn the series sweep. After dropping back-to-back games, the Bulldogs fall to 10-6 on the year. UMD will have an opportunity to bounce back on Friday, December…

Ashland Scores 32 Unanswered Points to Knock UMD Football Out of the NCAA Playoffs

The Bulldogs end the year with a 10-2 overall record.  

ASHLAND, OH. – The UMD football team kicked off its push for a national title on Saturday afternoon. The Bulldogs took on Ashland in the first round of the NCAA tournament. UMD opened up the game scoring on their first possession to take a 7-0 lead over the Eagles. However, the Eagles rattled off 32 unanswered points to secure the…

Late Third Period Goal Lifts Hayward Girls Hockey Over Superior in Season Opener

After a scoreless first two periods, the Hurricanes found the back of the net to defeat the Spartans 1-0. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls hockey team held their season and home opener tonight, taking on their section rivals the Hayward Hurricanes. After a scoreless first two periods, the Hurricanes found the back of the net to defeat the Spartans 1-0. Hayward is back in action on Tuesday, November 25th, against Northern Tier. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For…

#5 UMD Women’s Hockey Unable to Complete Comeback Against #3 Ohio State

Buckeyes take down the Bulldogs 3-1 in series opener.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team was back at Amsoil Arena, taking on third ranked Ohio State. The Buckeyes controlled the entire game against the Bulldogs taking game one 3-1. Scoring the lone goal for UMD was Rae Mayer. UMD continues their series with the Buckeyes on Saturday, November 21st. Puck drop is at 3:02 p.m. Categories: College, Friday…

#7 UMD Football Preps for Tough Ashland Defense in First Round of NCAA Tournament

On Saturday, the 10-1 Bulldogs will travel to Ohio to take on the 9-2 Ashland Eagles in the first round of the NCAA playoff tournament.

DULUTH, Minn.- After ending the regular season by claiming the NSIC Conference title, the UMD football team now shifts their attention to the NCAA tournament. On Saturday, the 10-1 Bulldogs will travel to Ohio to take on the 9-2 Ashland Eagles in the first round of the NCAA playoff tournament. Saturday’s matchup against the Eagles will mark the Bulldogs 13th…

Duluth Marshall Boys Hockey Lights Up Scoreboard in Season Opener Against Duluth Denfeld

The Hilltoppers found the back of the net ten times to defeat the Hunters 10-2.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team held their home and season opener on Thursday taking on Duluth Marshall. The Hilltoppers found the back of the net ten times to defeat the Hunters 10-2. Benson Peterson scored 4 goals in the Hilltoppers big win over the Hunters. Duluth Marshall’s next game is on Saturday, November 22nd, against Anoka. Puck…

Girls Basketball: Proctor Begins Season with Win, Duluth East Falls at Home

Thursday marked the beginning of the girls basketball season in Minnesota.

PROCTOR, Minn.- Thursday marked the beginning of the girls basketball season in Minnesota. Over in Proctor, the Rails protected their home court with a 63 to 41 win over Cloquet. Proctor will next play at Pequot Lakes on November 25th. Cloquet is at Esko on the 25th. In other girls action, Duluth East was unable to handle Princeton as the…

Northern Star: Taye Manns

In Manns freshman season with the Royals, he led the team in rushing yards with 815.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Duluth Denfeld running back Taye Manns has been tearing up the football field at the college level at Bethel. In his freshman season with the Royals, Manns led the team in rushing yards with 815. He also found the end zone 15 times this year. But Manns doesn’t take all the credit for his breakout season. “I…

Northwestern Football Set Sights on First State Title Since 1988

Kickoff between the Tigers and the Cardinals at Camp Randall Stadium is on Thursday at 4 p.m.

MAPLE, Wis.-The magical season for the Northwestern football team continues on Thursday afternoon. The Tigers will hit the field at Camp Randall Stadium for their first state championship game appearance since 1993. Northwestern punched their ticket to the big dance last Friday, after defeating Stratford 22-13 in the State semi-final round. Now in the championship game it’s a battle of…

UMD Men’s Hockey Drops to #4 in USCHO Poll After Split with Omaha

The Bulldogs will next face Colorado College on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has dropped one spot in the recent USCHO poll. The Bulldogs sit at 4th after their series split with Omaha over the weekend. The 11-3 Bulldogs will hit the road to take on Colorado College, who was swept by Denver this past weekend. Game one between the Bulldogs and the Tigers is on…

UMD Football Draws Ashland in First Round of NCAA Playoffs

The Bulldogs last appeared in the NCAA playoffs back in 2021 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team heard their name called for the NCAA tournament on Sunday night. The Bulldogs will hit the road and face Ashland University in the first round of the tournament. The Bulldogs last appeared in the NCAA playoffs back in the 2021 season. On Saturday, UMD claimed its first unshared NSIC Championship Title since the 2012…

Omaha Blanks #3 UMD Men’s Hockey to Earn Series Split

The Bulldogs are back in action Friday, November 21st, against Colorado College. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team took game one of their series with Omaha on Friday thanks to a hat trick by Hermantown native Ty Hanson. On Saturday, the Bulldogs aimed for the series sweep against the Mavericks. However, the Mavericks scored two unanswered goals to defeat UMD 2-0. The Bulldogs are back in action Friday, November 21st, against…

CSS Football Can’t Generate Offense Against #4 Bethel in Season Finale

CSS ends the year with a 3-7 overall record.  

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday, the CSS football team hosted Bethel to conclude the regular season. The Royals showed why they’re the fourth-ranked team in the country, defeating the Saints 62-0. Former Duluth Denfeld running back Taye Manns had 126 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns for the Royals. CSS ends the year with a 3-7 overall record. Categories: College, Sports

Both UWS Men’s & Women’s Soccer Teams Fall in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament

The men's team faced off against St. Olaf, while the women's team took on UChicago.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After claiming UMAC titles last weekend, both the UWS men’s and women’s soccer teams kicked off their NCAA tournament play on Saturday. The men’s team faced off against St. Olaf. Sadly, UWS’s season comes to an end after falling 3-0 to the Oles. The Yellowjackets close out the year with a 16-7 record. For the women’s team, they…

CSS Men’s Hockey Hands #12 UWS First Loss of the Year

Leading the way for the Saints was Riley Girod with two goals. 

SUPERIOR, Wis, – On Friday, a classic border battle took place at Wessman Arena as 12th ranked UWS took on St. Scholastica. The Saints march back to Duluth with a win, defeating the Yellowjackets 3-1. Leading the way for the Saints was Riley Girod with two goals. The Saints are back in action on Friday, November 21st, against Augsburg. Puck…

UMD Volleyball Snaps Five-Game Skid, Defeating Winona State in Three Sets

Leading the way for UMD was Madeline Guetzkow with 14 kills. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team hosted Winona State on Friday night. The Bulldogs snapped a five-game losing streak, defeating the Warriors in three sets. Leading the way for UMD was Madeline Guetzkow with 14 kills. The Bulldogs will close out the regular season on Saturday, November 15th, against Concordia- St. Paul. First set is at 2 p.m. Categories: College,…

Minnesota Monsters Hire LaRoche Jackson as Next Defensive Coordinator

Before his time with the Monsters, Jackson was the defensive coordinator for the Salina Liberty.

DULUTH, Minn.- In Arena football, the Minnesota Monsters have added a new coach to their staff. The Monsters hired LaRoche Jackson as their next defensive coordinator. Jackson is a former Pro in the IFL, AFL, and the Canadian football league where he played defensive back from 2008 to 2019. Before his time with the Monsters, Jackson was the defensive coordinator…

Three-Goal 2nd Period Lifts Northern Stars to Road Victory Over Cloquet/Esko/Carlton

The Northern Stars improve to 2-1 on the year.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet/Esko/Carlton girls hockey team looked to protect their home barn on Thursday night, taking on Duluth. The Northern Stars scored all their goals in the second period, defeating the Lumberjacks 3-0. Duluth (2-1) is back in action on Saturday, November 15th, against Dodge County. Puck drop is at 2 p.m. For Cloquet/Esko/Carlton (2-2) is back at home…

Grand Rapids Football One Win Away from State Championship Game

With a win on Friday, the Thunderhawks will advance to their first-ever state championship game.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Grand Rapids football kicks off their state semifinal game against Kasson-Mantorville on Friday morning. The Thunderhawks punched their ticket to U.S Bank Stadium last week, rolling past Benilde-St. Margaret’s 54-7. With a win on Friday, the Thunderhawks will advance to their first-ever state championship game. Kickoff between the 10-1 Thunderhawks and the 10-1 Komets is Friday at…