Author: Isaiah Wiita

Four UMD Bulldogs Named to Sweden’s Women’s Olympic Hockey Team

The Winter Olympics will begin on February 6th. 

DULUTH, Minn.- In college hockey, two current and two former Bulldogs will skate for Sweden in the upcoming Winter Olympics. Junior defenseman Ida Karlsson and senior forward Thea Johansson, along with former goaltenders Emma Soderberg and Tindra Holm all made the roster. This year’s games will be Karlsson, Johansson, and Holm’s first time playing for Team Sweden. As for Soderberg,…

UMD Men’s Hockey Drops One Spot in New USCHO Poll

The now 6th ranked Bulldogs will hit the road to take on St. Cloud State this weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD Men’s hockey has dropped in the recent USCHO poll. The Bulldogs fall one spot as they sit 6th in the rankings. UMD is coming off a series sweep against the Lindenwood Lions. The now 6th ranked Bulldogs will hit the road to take on St. Cloud State this weekend. UMD enters the series with a three-game…

#5 UMD Men’s Hockey Secures Series Sweep Against Lindenwood in First-Ever Meeting

The Bulldogs controlled the game all night against the Lions, securing an 8-4 victory. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team hosted Lindenwood on Saturday night. The Bulldogs controlled the game all night against the Lions, securing an 8-4 victory. Leading the way for the Bulldogs was former Hermantown Hawk Max Plante with 2 goals in the contest against the Lions. UMD will hit the road next week, taking on St. Cloud State on…

#8 UMD Women’s Hockey Held to One Goal in Loss to Top-Ranked Wisconsin

Scoring the only goal for UMD was Rae Mayer. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team hosted Wisconsin on Saturday. The Badgers hold the Bulldogs to one goal, defeating UMD 5-1. Scoring the only goal for UMD was Rae Mayer. The Bulldogs are back at Amsoil Arena next week taking on St. Cloud State. Puck drop is on Friday, January 16th, at 6:02 p.m. Categories: College, Sports, University of…

Hermantown Boys Hockey Skates to 3-3 Tie Against Warroad

Hermantown is back in action on Tuesday, January 13th, against the defending section 7A Champions in Hibbing/Chisholm. 

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team was back at home on Saturday, taking on Warroad. It was a battle all game between these two teams, but in the end, the Hawks and the Warriors settled for a 3-3 tie. Hermantown is back in action on Tuesday, January 13th, against the defending Section 7A Champions in Hibbing/Chisholm. Game time is…

#8 UMD Women’s Hockey Settles for 1-1 Tie with #1 Wisconsin

Scoring the lone goal for UMD was Madi Burr.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team was back at Amsoil Arena for the first time since November 22nd on Friday. The Bulldogs faced off against the top ranked team in the country in Wisconsin. It was a back and forth battle between UMD and Wisconsin as they eventually settled for the 1-1 tie. UMD earned the extra point by…

UMD Women’s Basketball Extends Win Streak to 10, Men Fall Short Against Sioux Falls

Both the men's and women's teams are back in action against Southwest Minnesota State on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams were back in action at home against Sioux Falls on Friday. The men’s team fell short in their contest against Sioux Falls, falling 93-89. Leading the team in points for UMD was Kole Hanson with 24. For the women’s squad, they extend their win streak to ten, after taking down…

Boys Hockey: C-E-C Completes Upset Against Duluth Marshall, Rock Ridge Bounces Back

Both Rock Ridge and Cloquet/Esko/Carlton earned road wins on Thursday night.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team was back at home on Thursday night, taking on Rock Ridge. The Wolverines bounce back, picking up the road win against the Greyhounds 3-1. Rock Ridge is back in action on Saturday, January 10th, against Bemidji. Puck drop is at 2 p.m. For the Greyhounds, their next game is on Tuesday, January…

UMD Men’s Hockey Goalie Adam Gajan Set to Skate for 2026 Slovakia Olympic Team

The 2026 Winter Olympics are set to begin on February 6th, in Italy.

DULUTH, Minn.- A current UMD men’s hockey player will compete in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympic games. Goaltender Adam Gajan has made the 2026 Slovakia Olympic team. Gajan is the first Bulldog to be named to an Olympic roster since Noah Cates in 2022. The past few weeks Gajan has been playing international hockey, suiting up for the U.S Collegiate…

Northern Star: C.J. Ham

Now with year 10 under Ham's belt, the future of his career is up in the air.

DULUTH, Minn.- In the state of Minnesota, everyone knows who the Minnesota Vikings are. In the city of Duluth, there’s one Viking that all Duluthians will always remember. That player is C.J. Ham. The former Duluth Denfeld Hunter, dominated in high school for the Hunters. Rushing for more than 1,800 yards between his junior and senior year. After playing college…

Girls Basketball: Duluth Denfeld Snaps Two-Game Skid, Proctor Tops Esko for Win Number 11

Both the Proctor Rails and Duluth Denfeld Hunters earned wins on Monday night.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld girls basketball team was back in action on Monday taking on Two Harbors. The Hunters snap a two-game losing streak, defeating the Agates 61-45. Up I-35, the Proctor girls basketball team tipped off against Esko. The Rails improved to 11-2 after taking down Esko 71-36. Categories: High School, Sports

Local Football Players Tanner Kaufman & Jared Schultz A Part of UW-River Falls National Championship Run

UW-River Falls claimed their first national championship on Sunday after taking down North Central 24 -14.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Northwestern Tigers linebacker Tanner Kaufman and Northwoods/Solon Springs defensive back Jared Schultz are national champions. The pair and UW-River Falls claimed their first national championship on Sunday after taking down North Central 24 -14. The Falcons end their historic season with a 14-1 record. Categories: College, Sports

UMD Women’s Hockey Drops to 8th in USCHO Poll After Trip to Ireland

The Bulldogs will take on the top-ranked team in the country in Wisconsin this weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team dropped three spots in the recent USCHO poll after their trip to Ireland. The Bulldogs fall from 5th to 8th in the poll after falling to Harvard 3-2 and to Quinnipiac 3-1 in the Friendship Series. The Bulldogs have a tough series coming up this weekend. They will take on the top-ranked team…

UMD Men’s Hockey Stays at 5th in Recent USCHO Poll

UMD currently sits at 14-6 on the year and will be back at Amsoil Arena this weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team stays put in the recent USCHO poll. The Bulldogs are ranked 5th in the country after their exhibition win over Manitoba. UMD currently sits at 14-6 on the year and will be back at Amsoil Arena this weekend. The Bulldogs welcome in Lindenwood, who holds a 9-9 record. Puck drop between UMD and…

Hermantown Boys Hockey Wins 6th Straight Game, Taking Down Delano 7-3

Hermantown improves to 9-0-2 on the season.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team was back at their home barn on Friday, taking on Delano. The Hawks remain undefeated, taking down the Tigers 7-3. The Hawks are back to work on Saturday, December 27th, against White Bear Lake. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

UMD Forward Max Plante Named Alternate Captain for U.S. National Junior Team

Plante will don the red, white, and blue for Team USA at the 50th World Junior Championship tournament.

ST. PAUL, Minn.- UMD forward Max Plante was named an Alternate Captain for the U.S. National Junior Team. Plante will don the red, white, and blue for Team USA at the 50th World Junior Championship tournament. Plante is not the only Bulldog suiting up for Team USA. Defenseman Adam Kleber will also skate in the tournament. Both Kleber and Plante…

UMD’s Max Plante & Adam Kleber Named to U.S. National Junior Team

The two Bulldogs will compete in the 50th World Junior Championship tournament.

DULUTH, Minn.- On Wednesday, UMD forward Max Plante and defenseman Adam Kleber were selected to the U.S. National Junior Team. The two Bulldogs will compete in the 50th World Junior Championship tournament. Plante and Kleber were both on Team USA last year, where they won a gold medal. Now, the pair will travel to St. Paul, Minnesota, to begin their…

Northern Star: AJ Reyelts

Last skated for Rails in the 2023-24 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Proctor Rails goaltender AJ Reyelts has suited up for several junior ice hockey teams since his time with the Rails. But this past week, Reyelts has donned the red, white, and blue for the U.S National Junior Preliminary team. Participating in their training sessions right here at Amsoil Arena for a final roster spot. “Obviously first time putting…

Girls Basketball: Duluth Denfeld & Superior Both Bounce Back at Home

The Hunters take care of business at home, defeating the Bluejackets 50-47. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld girls basketball team looked to snap a four-game losing streak on Monday, hosting Hibbing. The Hunters take care of business at home, defeating the Bluejackets 50-47. Over in Wisconsin, Superior took on Esko for the second time this season. The Spartans earn the 58-33 win over Esko. Categories: High School, Sports

Minnesota Monsters CEO/GM Steve Walters Steps Downs From His Position With the Team

Walters' last day with the team is on January 2, 2026.

DULUTH, Minn.- General manager and CEO of the Minnesota Monsters, Steve Walters, has announced on social media that he has decided to step down from his position with the team. Walters made this announcement on Monday and confirmed this information with Fox21. Walters helped lead the Monsters to back-to-back ArenaMania Championships. He also helped the team transition to the AF1…

UMD Football Ranked 16th in AFCA End of The Season Poll

The Bulldogs are ranked 16th in the nation after going 10-2 this year.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team earns a spot in the top 25 in the AFCA end of the season poll. The Bulldogs are ranked 16th in the nation after going 10-2 this year. UMD claimed the program’s 22nd NSIC Championship title and made its first NCAA playoff appearance since 2021. The Bulldogs’ season came to a close in the…

Team USA Earns 8-0 Win Against Germany in Their First Game in World Juniors Pre-Tournament Game

Team USA is back in action on Tuesday, December 23rd, against Finland. 

DULUTH, Minn.- On Sunday, Team USA took on Team Germany in their first World Juniors Pre-Tournament game at Amsoil Arena. The USA lit up the scoreboard to secure an 8-0 win over Germany. Six different players scored for Team USA in their shutout win against Germany. Team USA is back in action on Tuesday, December 23rd, against Finland. Puck drop…

Duluth East Boys Hockey Tops Denfeld in Crosstown Rivalry

The Greyhounds take home the bragging rights, taking down the Hunters 7-2. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team squared off against Duluth East on Saturday afternoon. The Greyhounds take home the bragging rights, taking down the Hunters 7-2. Duluth East is back in action on Tuesday, December 23rd, against Andover. Game time is at 6 p.m. For Duluth Denfeld, their next game is on Tuesday, December 23rd, against Mounds View….

Both UMD Men’s & Women’s Basketball Pick up NSIC Wins Against UMary

Both the UMD men's and women's basketball teams defeated UMary 80-65.

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams picked up home wins against UMary on Saturday night. The women’s squad defeated the Marauders 80-65 to improve to 9-2 on the season. Leading the way for the Bulldogs was Lexi Karge with 17 points. The men’s team also earned an 80-65 win over UMary. The top scorer for UMD…

C-E-C Boys Hockey Snaps Two-Game Skid with Victory Over Mahtomedi

C-E-C is back in action on Tuesday, December 23rd, against Hermantown.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys hockey hosted Mahtomedi on Friday night. After a 1-1 first period, the Lumberjacks scored 3 goals to take taking down the Zephyrs 4-2. Up next for the Lumberjacks, they’re back at home on Tuesday, December 23rd, taking on Hermantown. Game time is at 7 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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…