Author: Isaiah Wiita

Bethel Softball Earns MIAC Doubleheader Sweep Over CSS

CSS is back in action on Tuesday, April 29th, as the Saints take on UW-Superior in a doubleheader. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica softball team hosted Bethel in a MIAC doubleheader on Sunday. The Royals picked up the doubleheader sweep as they defeated the Saints 9 to 1 in game one and 7 to 1 in game two. CSS is back in action on Tuesday, April 29th, as the Saints take on UW-Superior in a doubleheader. Game one…

Cloquet Softball Earns Seventh Win of The Season with Home Victory Over Bemidji

The Lumberjacks are back in action on Monday, April 28th, against Rock Ridge. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The battle of the Lumberjacks took place on Saturday at Braun Park as Cloquet Softball hosted Bemidji. Cloquet picked up their seventh win of the year with a 10 to 5 victory over Bemidji. The Lumberjacks are back in action on Monday, April 28th, against Rock Ridge. First pitch is at 4:30 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

UMD Track and Field Hosted The Annual Bulldog Open

The UMD track and field team hosted St. Scholastica, UW-Superior, and Lakehead (Ont.) on Saturday afternoon.  

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD track and field team hosted St. Scholastica, UW-Superior, and Lakehead (Ont.) in the annual Bulldog Open on Saturday. To view the full results from the Bulldog Open, click here. The Bulldogs next meet is on Wednesday, April 30th, at Hamline University. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Esko Baseball Scores Two Unanswered Runs Late to Snap Proctor’s Perfect Season

Esko extends their win streak to six with victory over Proctor.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor baseball team hosted Esko in a battle of Section 7AA powerhouses. Esko scored two unanswered runs late in the game to defeat Proctor 2 to 1, extending their win streak to six. Esko is back in action on Monday, April 28th, against Rock Ridge. First pitch is at 4 p.m. For Proctor, they’re back in action…

Superior Softball Hands Cloquet Their First Loss of The Season

The Spartans picked up the road win 7 to 3 over the Lumberjacks, to improve to 5-3.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet softball team was trying to protect their perfect record on Friday as the Lumberjacks hosted Superior. But, the Spartans picked up the road win 7-3 to hand the Lumberjacks their first loss of the season. Superior is back in action on Thursday, May 1st, against Duluth Marshall. First pitch is at 4:30 p.m. For the Lumberjacks,…

Duluth Marshall Baseball Improves to 4-0 With Road Win Over Superior

The Duluth Marshall baseball team traveled to Superior on Thursday to take on the Spartans. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Duluth Marshall baseball team traveled to Superior on Thursday to take on the Spartans. The Hilltoppers picked up the road win 4 to 0 over the Spartans, to improve to 4-0 on the season. Marshall is back in action on Friday, April 25th, against Roseau. First pitch is at 2 p.m. For the Spartans, their next game…

Prep Softball: Duluth East Earns 2nd Straight Win, Proctor Picks Up 1st Victory

The Greyhounds had just five wins total last season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East softball team continues to inch closer to tying their win mark from a year ago. On Thursday, the Greyhounds picked up their 3rd win of the season, holding off Esko 4 to 3. Duluth East (3-3) is next in action at Coon Rapids on Friday. As for Esko (4-4), they’ll be at Hermantown on Friday….

Prep Lacrosse: Wolfpack Girls Hand Stealth First Loss, Wolfpack Boys Drop Close Contest to Chisago Lakes

Duluth improves to 4-2 and will next play at Eastview/Eagan on May 2nd.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack girls extended their win streak to three games on Wednesday, defeating Hermantown/Proctor 11-5. Duluth improves to 4-2 and will next play at Eastview/Eagan on May 2nd. The Stealth fall to 2-1 and host Bloomington Kennedy/Burnsville on Friday. In other lacrosse action, the Wolfpack boys fell to Chisago Lakes 11 to 10. Duluth is set to…

Duluth Native Curler Korey Dropkin Named Captain for Newly Formed “Rock League”

The Rock League is the world's first professional curling league, which is set to begin in April of 2026.

DULUTH, Minn.- The stellar year for Duluth native Curler Korey Dropkin continues as he was named a captain for the new Rock League. The Rock League is the world’s first professional curling league, which is set to begin in April of 2026. The Duluth native led Team Dropkin to the 2025 U.S. Men’s Curling Championship, that was held in Duluth at…

Northern Star: Brett Kurth

Kurth is one of the captains for the Duluth Wolfpack.

DULUTH, Minn.- The game of Lacrosse has been described as a mix of soccer and hockey. That takes many different athletic skills. For Duluth Wolfpack Senior Brett Kurth, he has worked all off-season on his lacrosse craft. “He’s really put in some effort this off-season and kind of taken his work ethic and putting in focus into his athleticism, said…

Cloquet Softball Remains Undefeated with Home Win Over Moose Lake/Willow River

The Lumberjacks improve to 3-0 with an 8 to 4 victory over the Rebels. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet softball team hosted the Moose Lake/ Willow River Rebels on Monday. The Lumberjacks improve to 3-0 with an 8 to 4 victory over the Rebels. Cloquet is back in action on Wednesday, April 23rd, against Hibbing. First pitch is at noon. For Moose Lake/ Willow River, their next game is on Thursday, April 24th, against Carlton/Wrenshall….

Stealth Girls Lacrosse Earns Road Win Over Superior

The Stealth pick up the road win 13 to 2 over the Spartans. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls lacrosse team hosted Hermantown/Proctor on Monday night. The Stealth pick up the road win 13 to 2 over the Spartans. The next game for the Stealth is on Thursday, April 24th, against the Duluth Wolfpack. Game time is at 7 p.m. The Spartans’ next game is on Tuesday, April 22nd, against Duluth East. Game time…

Rock Ridge Senior Lexi Lamppa Continues Basketball Career at Minnesota Crookston

Lamppa averaged 19.8 points per game in her senior year with the Wolverines.

VIRGINIA, Minn.- Rock Ridge senior Lexi Lamppa will continue her basketball career at the college level. Lamppa has committed to play at the University of Minnesota Crookston. Lamppa averaged 19.8 points per game in her senior year with the Wolverines. In her final season with Rock Ridge Lamppa helped lead the team to their second consecutive state tournament appearance. Defeating…

UMD Softball Splits Doubleheader with MSU Moorhead in Final Regular Season Home Game

UMD is back in action on Saturday, April 26th, against U-Mary for a doubleheader. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team hosted Minnesota State University Moorhead on Saturday in their final regular season home game. The Bulldogs started the day with an 11 to 3 win over the Dragons. In game two, the Bulldogs fell 6 to 4 to settle for the doubleheader split. UMD is back in action on Saturday, April 26th, against U-Mary…

Duluth Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Suffers First Loss of The Season Against Moorhead

The Spuds defeated the Wolfpack 10-4 to hand Duluth their first loss of the year. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth boys lacrosse team hosted Moorhead on Saturday afternoon. The Spuds defeated the Wolfpack 10-4 to hand Duluth their first loss of the year. The Wolfpack are back in action on Thursday, April 24th, against Chisago Lakes. Game time is at 7 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

UWS Softball Improves to 11-0 in UMAC Conference Play

UWS earns doubleheader sweep over Minnesota Morris.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior softball team held a doubleheader on Friday against UMAC foe Minnesota Morris. The Yellowjackets remain perfect in conference play as they defeated the Cougars 8 to 4 in game one and 12 to 0 in game two. UWS wraps up their series with Minnesota Morris on Saturday, April 19th. First pitch is at 11 a.m. Categories:…

UWS Women’s Tennis Ties Win Total From Last Year in Victory Versus Northwestern

UWS improves to 16-5 and will next play at UW-Stout on Saturday.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s tennis team continues to have a strong season. On Friday, the Yellowjackets swept Northwestern 7-0 on their home court. For a look at the box score, click here. UWS improves to 16-5 and will next play at UW-Stout on Saturday. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Moorhead Spoils Home Opener for Stealth Boys Lacrosse

The Stealth fell to the Spuds 7-1, dropping to 1-2 on the season. 

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown-Proctor boys lacrosse team welcomed in Moorhead for their home opener on Friday night. However, it was a night to forget as the Stealth fell to the Spuds 7-1, dropping to 1-2 on the season. The Stealth’s next game is on Monday, April 28th, against Superior. Game time is at 7 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High…

Superior Baseball Extends Win Streak to Two With Victory Over Cloquet

The Spartans defeated the Lumberjacks 7 to 0.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior baseball team was back at home on Thursday, as the Spartans hosted the Cloquet Lumberjacks. Superior extends their winning streak to two as they defeat the Lumberjacks 7 to 0. The Spartans next game is on Friday, April 18th, against Rice Lake. First pitch is at 11 a.m. For the Lumberjacks, they’re back in action on…

Duluth East Baseball Earns First Win of 2025 Against Duluth Denfeld

The Greyhounds defeated their cross-town rivals 8 to 4 to pick up their first win of the season. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld baseball team hosted Duluth East on Monday. The Greyhounds defeated their cross-town rivals 8 to 4 to pick up their first win of the season. Duluth East is back in action on Tuesday, April 15th against Superior. First pitch is at 4:30 p.m. For Duluth Denfeld, their next game is on Thursday, April 17th, against…

Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Remains Undefeated with Road Win Over C-E-C

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team hosted the Duluth Wolfpack on Monday. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team hosted the Duluth Wolfpack on Monday in hopes of securing their first win. However, the Wolfpack remained unbeaten in their 2025 season as they defeated the Lumberjacks 16 to 7. Duluth is back in action on Thursday, April 17th, against Superior. Game time is at 7 p.m. For the Lumberjacks, their next game…

Superior Girls Soccer Gets Over .500 Mark in Bout with Washburn

The Superior girls soccer team hosted Washburn on Monday night. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team hosted Washburn on Monday night. After the game was tied at one at the half, the Spartans scored the lone goal of the second half to defeat the Castle Guards 2 to 1 Superior is back in action on Thursday, April 17th, against Chippewa Falls. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. For Washburn, they’re…

Former UMD Forward Jack Smith to Continue Hockey Career with MSU-Mankato

In his three seasons with the Bulldogs, Smith played in 92 games and recorded 7 goals and 19 assists.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former forward Jack Smith has found a new home after entering the transfer portal. Smith is continuing his hockey career with Minnesota State-Mankato next season. In his three seasons with the Bulldogs, he played in 92 games and recorded 7 goals and 19 assists. UMD finished 13-20- 3 in the 2024-25 season. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota…

Harbor Monsters Add Two New Offensive Coordinators, Re-Sign QB Johnson

The Harbor Monsters first preseason game is on Saturday, May 24th against the Knoxville Bandits.

DULUTH, Minn.- After suspending and then parting ways with Kevin Gregory, the Duluth Harbor Monsters have named two offensive coordinators for this upcoming season. Dominick Hobdy is set to serve as the lead offensive coordinator and Dan Renfroe will serve under him as an offensive coordinator. Hobdy has played professionally indoors for the last 13 seasons. As for Renfroe, he’s…

Superior City FC Women Name Cole Gewerth as Next Head Coach

The Beacons first game is on May 10th against Karen FA.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior City FC announced at their fundraiser event that Cole Gewerth will lead the Beacons in the upcoming season. Gewerth was a former Superior City FC player. He played back in 2018 for Superior City FC. After his playing career Gewerth was the content and graphics coordinator for the club. Gewerth is excited for his new role within the…

Wilderness Playoff Hopes Come to an End Despite 3-1 Win Over Jr. Blues

The Wilderness finished the year 30-25-4. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness welcomed in the Jr. Blues to close the regular season with their playoff hopes on the line. To secure the final playoff spot in the Midwest Division the Wilderness needed to defeat the Jr. Blues and the Chippewa Steel needed a regulation loss against the Anchorage Wolverines. The Wilderness earn the win 3 to 1…

CSS Softball Splits Home Doubleheader Against Carleton

CSS will travel to St. Pual, Minnesota, on Wednesday, April 16th, to play Hamline University in a doubleheader. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS softball team welcomed in Carleton College on Sunday for a doubleheader. The Saints picked up one win in the doubleheader as CSS took game two 6 to 4. CSS will travel to St. Pual, Minnesota, on Wednesday, April 16th, to play Hamline University in a doubleheader. First pitch for game one is at 3:30 p.m. Categories:…

Grand Rapids Boys Lacrosse Earns Road Win Against C-E-C For First Victory of 2025

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team held their home opener on Saturday against Grand Rapids. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team held their home opener on Saturday against Grand Rapids. The Lumberjacks jumped out to an early lead over the Thunderhawks. However, Grand Rapids battled back to defeat the Lumberjacks 9 to 7 to earn their first win of the 2025 season. The Thunderhawks are back in action on Tuesday, April 15th, against Moorhead….

CSS Baseball Splits MIAC Doubleheader with Carleton College

The Saints and the Knights split the doubleheader as CSS took game one 10 to 0 and Carleton took game two 2 to 1. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica baseball team welcomed in Carleton College for a doubleheader on Saturday. The Saints and the Knights split the doubleheader as CSS took game one 10 to 0 and Carleton took game two 2 to 1. CSS is back in action on Tuesday, April 15th, against Saint Mary’s in a doubleheader. First pitch of game one…

Wilderness Playoff Window Still Open After 5-2 Win Over Jr. Blues

The Minnesota Wilderness hosted the Jr. Blues on Friday with their playoff hopes on the line.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness hosted the Jr. Blues on Friday with their playoff hopes on the line. The Wilderness and the Jr. Blues went back and forth all game. But in the end, the Wilderness won 5 to 2. With the Chippewa Steel shootout loss to the Anchorage Wolverines on Friday, the Wilderness still has a chance to make…

UWS Softball Rolls Past North Central in their Home Opener

UWS defended their home field as they defeated the Rams 17 to 3. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS softball team held their 2025 home opener on Friday. Yellowjackets opened up their three-game series with North Central. UWS defended their home field as they went on to defeat the Rams 17 to 3. The Yellowjackets wrap up their series with North Central on Saturday, April 12th, in a doubleheader. First pitch is at noon. Categories:…

Grand Rapids Baseball Bounces Back in 7AAA Title Game Rematch Against Denfeld

The Thunderhawks defeated the Hunters 2 to 1 to earn their first win of the season. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld baseball team opened up their season with a rematch of last year’s section 7AAA championship game as the Hunters squared off against the Grand Rapids Thunderhawks on Thursday. The Thunderhawks went on to defeat the Hunters 2 to 1 to earn their first win of the season. Grand Rapids is back in action on Monday,…

Cloquet Softball Dominates at the Plate to Take Down Esko in Season Opener

The Cloquet softball team opened up their season on the road against Esko on Thursday. 

ESKO, Minn.- The Cloquet softball team opened up their season on the road against Esko on Thursday. The Lumberjacks dominated at the plate as they defeated Esko 15 to 4 to earn their first win of the 2025 season. Cloquet’s next game is on Monday, April 14th against Hibbing. First pitch is at 4:30 p.m. For Esko, they’re back in…

Superior Girls Soccer Drops Close Contest in Home Opener Versus Hudson

The Spartans ended the first half with a 1-0 lead over the Raiders.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team held their home opener on Thursday, as the Spartans welcomed in the Hudson Raiders. The Spartans ended the first half with a 1-0 lead over the Raiders. Sadly, the Raiders scored two unanswered goals in the second half defeating the Spartans 2 to 1. Superior’s next game is on Saturday, April 12th against…

UMD Sophomore Forward Payton Holloway Enters Transfer Portal

Holloway is the second Bulldog to enter the transfer portal as she joins freshman Reese Logan. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has been relatively lucky when it comes to the transfer portal. But on Wednesday, forward Payton Holloway entered the transfer portal. The sophomore skated in a total of 69 games for the Dogs the past two seasons. She tallied one goal against the University of Vermont this past November. Holloway is the second…

Northern Star: Ben Welle

Welle has posted two complete games for UWS this season.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team has been building a successful program in the last several seasons with head coach TJ Oakes at the helm. Over the years the foundation of the program has been built off of the team’s ability to make plays in the field. “Pitching and defense has been kind of our program the last couple of…

UWS Baseball Suffers First Conference Loss in UMAC Title Game Rematch

The Yellowjackets are back in action on Saturday, April 12th against North Central. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team hosted Crown College in a doubleheader on Sunday. The Polars defeated the Yellowjackets 18 to 10 in game one and 5 to 2 in game two, earning the series sweep. The Yellowjackets are back in action on Saturday, April 12th against North Central. First pitch is at 1 p.m. Categories: College, Sports

Superior Baseball Falls in Home Opener Against Menomonie

The Superior baseball team held their home opener against Menomonie on Saturday. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior baseball team held their home opener against Menomonie on Saturday.  The Spartans fell in both games in the doubleheader against the Mustangs.  The Mustangs took game one 9 to 7 and game two 10 to 5 to earn the series sweep.  The Spartan’s next game is on Tuesday, April 8th, against Grand Rapids.  First pitch is at…

The Wilderness Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with a 5-3 Win Over The Jets

On Friday night the Wilderness wrapped up their series with the Janesville Jets.

CLOQUET, Minn.- After a heartbreaking loss last night, the Minnesota Wilderness are still on the outside looking in for the final playoff spot in the Midwest division. On Friday night the Wilderness wrapped up their series with the Janesville Jets. The Wilderness defended home ice as they defeated the Jets 5 to 3. The Wilderness are back in action on…

Northwestern Hosts 44th Annual Dennis Simpson Track Meet

A total of 16 teams from the surrounding area competed in the meet. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Northwestern High School hosted the 44th annual Dennis Simpson indoor invitational track meet on Friday night. A total of 16 teams from the surrounding area competed in the meet. The Hayward girls team won the meet with 158.50 points. For the boys, Hayward won the meet with 136.50 points. Click here to see the full results from meet….

UWS Baseball Looks to Continue Winning Ways in UMAC Championship Rematch

UWS is 6-0 in UMAC conference play.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team has heated up after their Florida trip. After going 3-5 in the RussMatt Central Florida Invitational, the Yellowjackets opened up conference play and won six straight UMAC matchups. The Jackets latest opponent was Martin Luther, where UWS earned the series sweep. The Yellowjackets currently sit in second place in the UMAC as Bethany Lutheran…

Late Third Period Goal Lifts Jets Over Wilderness 2-1

The Wilderness and the Jets will face off on Friday, April 4th for game two of their series.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness are still fighting for a playoff spot in the Midwest Division with four games remaining in the regular season. On Thursday, the Wilderness looked to protect their home barn as they welcomed in the Janesville Jets on Thursday night. A back and forth game between the Wilderness and the Jets, but the Jets score late…

UMD’s Caitlin Kraemer Earns USCHO Rookie of the Year Honors

Kraemer tallied 30 points this past season.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD forward Caitlin Kraemer was named the USCHO rookie of the year on Thursday. Kraemer tallied 18 goals in her first season with the Bulldogs, which led all freshman nationally. She also recorded 13 assists for a total of 31 points. The Waterloo, Ontario Native earned the HCA 2025 Julie Chu Rookie of the Year a few…

Duluth FC Announces Conference Schedule for 2025 Season

Bluegreens set to host eight home games.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC has announced their conference schedule for this upcoming summer. The Bluegreens open up their campaign at home against Joy AC on Thursday, May 15th. Other notable matchups include their first-ever game against Superior City FC on Wednesday, June 11th. For a full look at the schedule, click here. The Bluegreens will have a total of 8…

UMD Defenseman Aiden Dubinsky & Forward Jack Smith Become Latest Bulldogs to Enter the Transfer Portal

A total of five Bulldogs have entered the transfer portal.

DULUTH, Minn.- In college hockey, UMD defenseman Aiden Dubinsky and forward Jack Smith have entered the transfer portal. Dubinsky spent three seasons with UMD, where he recorded 7 goals and 27 assists during his career. For Smith, he suited up for UMD for three seasons where he recorded 26 points. Dubinsky and Smith join Matthew Perkins, Kyle Bettens, and Zach…

Minnesota Wilderness Defend Their Home Barn With 4-3 Win Over The Chippewa Steel

The Wilderness is back in action on Saturday, March 29th, against the Chippewa Steel. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness looked to protect their home barn as they took on the Chippewa Steel. The Wilderness and the Steel went back and forth all game, but the Wilderness earned the 4-3 win. The Wilderness is back in action on Saturday, March 29th, against the Chippewa Steel. Puck drop is at 7 p.m.   Categories: Friday Night…

CSS Football Welcomes CJ Butt to Coaching Staff

Before joining the Saints, Butt was a defensive backs coach at Drake University from 2022-2023.

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS football team has added a new coach to their roster. The Saints hired CJ Butt as an assistant head coach and defensive coordinator for the 2025 season. Before joining the Saints, Butt was a defensive backs coach at Drake University from 2022-2023. During his time with the Bulldogs, he helped lead the team to back-to-back Pioneer…

Top Plays of the Week: 3/28

This week's top play of the week comes from the diamond. 

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play of the week comes from the diamond. At number one St. Scholastica’s Jake Schelonka hits a two-run home run into right field against Bethel. The Saints and the Royals split in their doubleheader on Wednesday. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Jobst-Smith & Karlsson Named to 2025 IIHF Women’s World Championship Roster for Their Respective National Teams

The IIHF Women's World Championship tournament begins on April 9th in Czechia.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD hockey team will represent the 2025 IIHF Women’s World Championship well, as two more Bulldogs were selected to play in the tournament. Fifth-year senior Nina Jobst-Smith and Sophomore Ida Karlsson will play for their respective national teams. Jobst-Smith will represent team Germany for the fifth consecutive year. Jobst-Smith recorded three goals and 15 assists on the…