Author: Neil Vierzba

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High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Kade Kohanski Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey

Kohanski last skated for Hermantown in the 2022-2023 season, posting 15 goals and 19 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown to UMD pipeline is still going strong. Over the weekend, forward Kade Kohanski was the latest former Hawk to announce his commitment to the Bulldogs. He last skated for Hermantown in the 2022-2023 season, posting 15 goals and 19 assists. Since his time with the Hawks, he’s had stints with the Bismarck Bobcats in the NAHL…

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High School, Sports

Hibbing/Chisholm’s Aaron Jamnick Named Section 7A & Class A Coach of the Year

Jamnick guided the Bluejackets to a 20-11 overall record in his debut season.
Neil Vierzba,

HIBBING, Minn.- The Hibbing/Chisholm boys hockey team came away with some hardware after finishing fourth at the Class A state tournament over the weekend. Head Coach Aaron Jamnick is the Section 7A and Class A Coach of the Year after guiding the Bluejackets to a 20-11 overall record in his debut season. Forward Tate Swanson was named to the all-tournament…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Basketball Clinches Spot in Section 7AAA Title Game

The Hunters will next face Hibbing in the title game on March 13th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team continued their impressive season with a semifinal win over Grand Rapids on Friday. The Hunters, who topped the Thunderhawks 81 to 62, will next meet Hibbing in the Section 7AAA title game. Hibbing topped Hermantown 73 to 46 on Friday to earn the other spot in the championship. Hibbing and Duluth Denfeld…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UWS Women’s Hoops Falls in Opening Round of NCAA Tournament

UWS finishes the season with a 17-11 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

MENOMONIE, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s basketball team played in their first national tournament since the 2017-2018 season on Friday. Unfortunately, their stint at the tourney was short lived as they fell to Whitman in the opening round, 77 to 54. The Yellowjackets were led by Chloe Peterson, who had 15 points in the contest. UWS finishes the season with a…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

State Boys Hockey: East Grand Forks Scores Five Unanswered to Dash Hibbing/Chisholm’s Title Hopes

Hibbing/Chisholm will play for 3rd place against Orono on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Hibbing/Chisholm boys hockey team entered semifinal play on Friday in hopes of their first state title game appearance since 1994. Hibbing/Chisholm matching up with East Grand Forks in the Class A Semifinals. The Bluejackets had a 5 to 2 lead in the 2nd period but the Green Wave didn’t give up, scoring five unanswered goals for…

Umdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Trio of UMD Women’s Hockey Standouts Take Home WCHA End of Year Honors

The final face-off takes place this weekend in Duluth.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The WCHA awards were announced on Thursday night, No surprise for Rookie of the Year as that belongs to UMD forward Caitlin Kraemer. Kraemer has 18 goals so far in her debut season. Another well deserved honor goes to Eve Gascon, who was named the Goalie of the Year. She’s averaging 30 and a half saves per game….

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Carson Soucy Traded From Canucks to Rangers

Soucy has so far tallied 10 points in 59 games for Vancouver this season.
Neil Vierzba,

NEW YORK, N.Y.- A former Bulldog has been traded just days before the NHL trade deadline. On Thursday, the Canucks dealt defenseman Carson Soucy to the Rangers for a 3rd round pick in this year’s draft. Soucy has so far tallied 10 points in 59 games for Vancouver this season. He was in the 2nd year of a three-year, three-million…

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High School, Sports

Cromwell-Wright Girls Basketball Claims Section 7A Title For First Time Since 2020

Thursday's contest was the 4th straight year the Cardinals and the Rangers played in the section title game.
Neil Vierzba,

HIBBING, Minn.- For the fourth straight year, the Cromwell-Wright and Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball teams met up in the Section 7A title game. Unlike the previous three, the Cardinals were able to get the best of the Rangers this time around, claiming the title 62 to 58. Cromwell-Wright last made the state tournament during the 2019-2020 season. They’ll learn who…

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College, Sports

Trent Beseth Wins MIAC Indoor Field Athlete of the Year Award

Beseth is the first Saint ever to win the award.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica thrower Trent Beseth wrapped up his indoor season with some hardware. On Thursday, Beseth was named the MIAC Indoor Field Athlete of the Year, becoming the first Saint ever to win the award. He’s coming off a weekend in which he swept the throwing events. Beseth registered 17.81 meters in the weight throw and a facility…

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College, Sports

UWS Track & Field Well Represented in UMAC Honors, Ortiz Named Rookie of the Year

UWS just won their 9th conference title in program history.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A whopping 10 UWS track and field standouts were honored by the conference. One of the notables includes Jesse Ortiz, who was named the UMAC Rookie of the Year. Ortiz just ran the 60-meter dash with a time of 7.08 seconds. He also finished with a time of 22.43 in the 200 meter dash and had a long…

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High School, Sports

Last Second Shot Lifts Proctor Girls Hoops to Section 7AA Title Game

Proctor will match up with Crosby-Ironton in the 7AA title game on Friday at 6 PM at UMD.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team clinched a spot in the Section 7AA title game for the first time since 2018-2019 on Wednesday. Tied at 44 late in the 2nd half against Duluth Marshall, Lily Smith had a last-second shot to propel the Rails over the Hilltoppers 46 to 44. Proctor will match up with Crosby-Ironton in the 7AA…

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College, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: UW-Superior Women’s Basketball

Yellowjackets making first national tournament appearance since 2018.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-The UW-Superior women’s basketball team ended a lengthy drought on March 1st, clinching the UMAC title and a securing a spot in the national tournament. So just how long has it been? “I think coach said it was maybe her sophomore year was the last time they made the tournament. She reminded us, guys I’m old that’s a while…

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High School, Sports

State Boys Hockey: Hibbing/Chisholm Routs Luverne in Class A Quarterfinals

Hibbing/Chisholm advances to the semifinals on Friday to face either Northern Lakes or East Grand Forks.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Hibbing/Chisholm boys hockey team scored early and often on Wednesday in their class A quarterfinal matchup against Luverne. Tate Swanson found the back of the net just 1:12 in the first and that turned out to be all the Bluejackets needed. Six goals ensued after that as Hibbing/Chisholm won 7-0. Swanson had two goals total to…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#6 UMD Leaning Into Home Ice Advantage Ahead of WCHA Semifinal Matchup Against #1 Wisconsin

Friday's matchup will be the first meeting between the two squads in the postseason since the 2020 WCHA final face-off semifinals.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the first time since 2012, Amsoil Arena will host the best of the best in the WCHA as the Final Face-off makes it’s return. The UMD women’s hockey secured one of the final four spots last week when they swept St. Cloud State in the opening round. Now, all eyes are on the top ranked Wisconsin Badgers,…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Adding Varsity Women’s Lacrosse, Two Club Teams

Women's lacrosse will begin play in the spring of 2027.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A couple of new sports teams are coming to UW-Superior. The most notable one being women’s lacrosse, which will begin play in the spring of 2027. With the addition of women’s lacrosse, it will bring the varsity sport total to 20 at the college. The school also announced that they will add men’s soccer and men’s hockey club…

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High School, Sports

Section 7AA Boys Basketball: Esko & Duluth Marshall Advance to Quarterfinals

The Section 7AA tournament continues Saturday in Hermantown.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko boys basketball team started section tournament play on the right foot on Tuesday, defeating International Falls 78 to 35. Esko will next face Pillager in the quarterfinal round on Saturday at 11 AM in Hermantown. In other section 7AA play, Duluth Marshall held off Crosby-Ironton 72 to 61. The Hilltoppers now shift their focus to Pequot…

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High School, Sports

Hibbing/Chisholm Preaching Skill & Speed Heading Into State Tournament

Puck drop between the Cardinals and Bluejackets is set for 6 PM on Wednesday night.
Neil Vierzba,

HIBBING, Minn.- The Hibbing/Chisholm boys hockey team is less than 24 hours away from taking the ice at the Xcel Energy Center in their first state tournament since 2011. The Bluejackets will match up with a Luverne squad that’s had plenty of experience at state in recent years. As the Cardinals are in the tourney for the 2nd time in…

Umdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Gascon & Kraemer Named Finalists for WCHA Awards, Kraemer & Wallin Earn WCHA Monthly Honors

The league winners will be announced Thursday night.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two Bulldog women found themselves up for some top conference awards. Goaltender Eve Gascon was named a finalist for WCHA Goaltender of the Year and forward Caitlin Kraemer is up for the WCHA Rookie of the Year Award. The league winners will be announced Thursday night. The honors don’t stop there as Kraemer and her teammate Olivia Wallin…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica Names Matt Bremer as New Head Football Coach

Over the course of two stints, Bremer has spent 11 years on the Saints coaching staff.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica announced a new head football coach on Tuesday. Assistant head coach and offensive coordinator Matt Bremer has been promoted to be the team’s 4th head coach in program history. Over the course of two stints, Bremer has spent 11 years on the Saints coaching staff. He helped lead the team to a 4-6 record last year,…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld’s Taye Manns to Play College Football at Bethel University

Manns had a monster last season for Denfeld as he rushed for nearly 1900 yards and scored 28 touchdowns.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Denfeld football standout Taye Manns has found his next home. On Monday, the Hunters tailback announced his commitment to Bethel University. Manns had a monster last season for Denfeld as he rushed for nearly 1900 yards and scored 28 touchdowns. He could also get it done on the other side of the ball as Manns tallied 37…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Adam Gajan Earns NCHC Rookie of the Week Honors

Gajan is the 8th Bulldog this season to be named the NCHC Rookie of the Week.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another UMD hockey player has been named the NCHC Rookie of the Week. This time it’s goaltender Adam Gajan, who made 51 saves this past weekend in UMD’s series against Miami. He also posted a saves percentage of .944 and had a league low 1.42 goals against average. Gajan is the 8th Bulldog this season to be named…

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College, Sports

UWS Women’s Hoops Draws Whitman in 4th National Tournament Appearance

The Yellowjackets will try for their first-ever tournament win as they are currently 0-3 all-time in the national tourney.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After a seven-year break, the UW-Superior women’s basketball team is heading to the national tournament once again. On Monday, the team learned their seeding and their opponent. UWS draws Whitman, who was the champion of the Northwestern Conference. The Yellowjackets don’t have much familiarity with the Blues as they’ve never played against one another. Head Coach Emily Carpenter…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Six UMD Women’s Hockey Standouts Land on All-WCHA Teams

The six Bulldogs named to four different WCHA teams is the most at UMD since the 2007-2008 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Six UMD women’s hockey standouts were recognized by the WCHA on Monday. Leading the charge was Bulldogs goaltender Eve Gascon, who was named All-WCHA First Team. On the second team was defenders Tova Henderson and Nina Jobst-Smith. And rounding out the 3rd team was forwards Olivia Mobley and Clara Van Wieren. Forward Caitlin Kraemer was named to the…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Begins Final Home Series with 3 to 2 OT Win Over Miami

The two teams will meet again on Saturday with puck drop at 6:07 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team began their final home series of the 2024-2025 season on Friday against Miami (OH). After the two teams were tied at two after the 3rd period, Jack Smith sent the Bulldogs fans home happy in overtime as he netted the game-winner. The two teams will meet again on Saturday with puck drop at…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 2/28

At number one, Hibbing/Chisholm's Cole Swanson spots the freshman Whitaker Rewertz open out in front and he knocks it in to punch the Bluejackets' ticket to the state tournament for the first time since 2011.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from on the ice. At number one, Hibbing/Chisholm’s Cole Swanson spots the freshman Whitaker Rewertz open out in front and he knocks it in to punch the Bluejackets’ ticket to the state tournament for the first time since 2011. Hibbing/Chisholm defeated Cloquet-Esko-Carlton 4-3 in the Section 7A title game. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy,…

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High School, Sports

Rock Ridge Boys Hockey Falls Short in First-Ever Section 7AA Title Game Appearance

Rock Ridge ends the season with an overall record of 22-4-2.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a historical day for the Rock Ridge boys hockey team on Thursday night as they played in their first-ever Section 7AA title game. Unfortunately, the Wolverines ran into an experienced Andover Huskies squad who came away with the 3 to 1 victory. Grady Dimberio had the lone goal for Rock Ridge in the 2nd period. Rock…

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High School, Sports

Cloquet Boys Basketball Ends Regular Season with Home Victory Over Proctor

Cloquet ends the regular season with an 18-8 record and will next turn their attention to section play.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet boys basketball team ended their regular season slate with a win as they topped Proctor 68 to 50 on Thursday. Cloquet ends the regular season with an 18-8 record and will next turn their attention to section play. Proctor also will enter section play as they finish the regular season 11-15. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports

Vasichek Accepts New Role in St. Scholastica Athletic Department

Vasichek just wrapped up her 4th and final season in which the Saints went 5-19-1.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was announced earlier this week that CSS head women’s hockey coach Julianne Vasichek is stepping aside from coaching. Now, we know her next move and it still will be at the College of St. Scholastica. Vasichek has been named the new Director of Recreation, Intramural Sports and Group Fitness at the college. Vasichek just wrapped up her…

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College, Sports

Former Northland Hockey Coaches Buckley & Bobrowski Join Beloit College to Start Up New Programs

Both teams will begin competition in the 2025-2026 school year.
Neil Vierzba,

BELOIT, Wis.- In recent weeks, both the Northland College men’s and women’s hockey teams skated in their final games as a program. On Thursday, it was announced that both the women’s head coach Jake Bobrowski and the men’s head coach Shane Buckley have joined Beloit College to start up new programs at the college. Beloit also released a statement stating…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Trio of UMD Basketball Standouts Earn NSIC All-Conference Honors

Katona is a three-time winner. As for Brown & Miller, it's their first nomination.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Three bulldog basketball standouts earned all-conference honors for their efforts this past season. On the men’s side, Charlie Katona landed on the first-team and his teammate Joshua Brown was on the second-team. It’s Katona third conference nomination of his career and Brown’s first. Over on the women’s side, Johanna Miller lands on the second-team. In her lone season…

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High School, Sports

Hibbing/Chisholm Wins Section 7A Title, Advances to State for First Time Since 2011

Whitaker Rewertz had the game-winning goal to send Hibbing/Chisholm to their first state tournament since 2011.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hibbing/Chisholm and Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys hockey teams battled for the Section 7A title on Wednesday night. In an instant classic, the Bluejackets ended up knocking off the Lumberjacks 4 to 3 in overtime. Whitaker Rewertz had the game-winning goal to send Hibbing/Chisholm to their first state tournament since 2011. The Bluejackets will learn who their first round opponent…

Uws Wbb Web 226
College, Sports

UWS Women’s Hoops Heading to UMAC Title Game for 2nd Straight Season

UW-Superior will next host Northwestern in the championship on Saturday at 4:30 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s basketball team is heading to the UMAC title game for the 2nd straight season. The Yellowjackets held off Martin Luther 80 to 75 in overtime in the semifinals on Wednesday night. UWS was led by MyKenzie Leccia, who had 24 points. UW-Superior will next host Northwestern in the championship on Saturday at 4:30 PM. Categories:…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s & Women’s Basketball See Conference Title Hopes End in Opening Round of NSIC Tourney

The UMD men still have a chance to make the national tournament as an at-large bid.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team hosted their first play-in NSIC tournament game since the 2022-2023 season on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs were unable to contain the Vikings of Augustana as their title hopes ended with a 74 to 63 loss. Joshua Brown led UMD with 18 points. The UMD men still have a chance to make the national…

Umd Whky Web 226
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey to Rely on Defense Heading Into WCHA Tournament

The Bulldogs have enjoyed their time against the Huskies in recent years as they've taken the past six playoff meetings against SCSU.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 3rd straight postseason, it’s deja vu for the UMD women’s hockey team as they’ll take on St. Cloud State in the first round of the WCHA tournament. The Bulldogs have enjoyed their time against the Huskies in recent years as they’ve taken those past six playoff meetings. A big reason for UMD’s success in the past…

Umd Mhky Web 226
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey to Close Out Home Slate with Bout Against Miami

The Bulldogs last saw the Redhawks back in November, taking both games on their home ice.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team still has two regular season series before it’s the playoffs. That includes their home finale this upcoming weekend against Miami of Ohio. The Bulldogs last saw the Redhawks back in November, taking both games on their home ice. Miami is currently in the cellar of the NCHC standings and have yet to pick…

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High School, Sports

Hayward Girls Hockey Tops Superior in Double OT Thriller to Reach Round 3

Hayward advances to Round 3 on Saturday where they will meet Central Wisconsin.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In a rematch of two of the area’s best girls hockey teams in Wisconsin, Hayward once again reigned supreme over Superior, 4 to 3. It took double overtime to decide a winner before the Hurricanes netted the game-winning goal with 2:37 to go in the period. Hayward advances to Round 3 on Saturday where they will meet Central…

Uws Whky Web 225
College, Sports

UW-Superior Women’s Hockey Advances to WIAC Semifinals, Northland Skates in Final Game

The Yellowjackets will next play at UW-River Falls on Friday in the semifinals.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s hockey team extended their season on Tuesday night, defeating Northland College 9 to 0 in the first round of the WIAC playoffs. UWS was led by Kailey Swerhun, who had three goals in the victory. The Yellowjackets will next play at UW-River Falls on Friday in the semifinals. As for Northland College, they wrap up…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hoops to Tip-Off Playoffs at Home Against Augustana

UMD will look to go 3-0 on the season against Augustana.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It may not be March just yet but the madness will officially begin on Wednesday as the UMD men’s basketball team will host Augustana in the first round of the NSIC tournament. It’s the 3rd meeting between the Vikings and the Bulldogs this season. So far, UMD holds a 2-0 record over Augie, winning by 9 points in…

Northlandcollegesoftball
College, Sports

Northland College Cancels 2025 Softball Season

With the closure, a number of players elected to leave the team, making it hard for them to fill a full roster.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- It’s been six days since Northland College announced they will be closing their doors following the 2024 and 2025 school year. Now, one of their spring sports teams has been forced to cancel their season. The Lumberjill softball team will not compete this upcoming spring. With the closure, a number of players elected to leave the team, making…

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High School, Sports

Northwestern Boys Basketball Secures 16th Win of Season By Taking Down Ashland

Northwestern (16-7) will close out the regular season on Thursday at Spooner.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- The Northwestern boys basketball team continued their winning ways on Monday, defeating Ashland 66 to 43. It’s the third straight victory for the Tigers. Boden Teal led the team with 23 points in the contest. Northwestern (16-7) will close out the regular season on Thursday at Spooner. As for Ashland (3-19), they are at Spooner on Tuesday. Categories:…

Vasichek Web 224
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Women’s Hockey Coach Julianne Vasichek Departing Program

Vasichek led the Saints for the past four seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica women’s head hockey coach Julianne Vasichek is stepping aside from coaching after leading the Saints the past four seasons. For the official school announcement, click here. During that time, she helped the program transition from the UMAC to the MIAC and also led the team to their first MIAC playoff win. Just this past season, CSS…

Edwards Web 224
Professional Sports, Sports

Former Saints QB Zach Edwards to Step Away From Game

Edwards has been playing overseas for the Paris Musketeers in the European League of Football.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former St. Scholastica quarterback Zach Edwards is stepping away from the game. On Monday, on his social media pages, Edwards announced that he is stepping away due to personal reasons and added that’s he’s not sure if his football career is over yet. For Edwards statement, click here. Edwards has been playing overseas for the Paris Musketeers in…

Umd Whky Poll Web 224
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Ranked 6th Heading Into Postseason

UMD will match up with the 11th ranked St. Cloud State Huskies this upcoming Friday in the first round of the WCHA tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s officially playoff week for the UMD women’s hockey team. The Bulldogs began their Monday like they have in recent weeks as they are once again ranked 6th in the USCHO poll. They’ll match up with the 11th ranked St. Cloud State Huskies this upcoming Friday in the first round of the WCHA tournament. UMD took three out…

Uws Wbb Web 224
College, Sports

UWS Women’s Hoops Claims Share of UMAC Regular Season Title, Earns #1 Seed in UMAC Tourney

The Yellowjackets host Martin Luther in the UMAC semifinals on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS women’s basketball team wrapped up the top seed in the upcoming UMAC tournament this weekend. With the Yellowjackets win over Minnesota Morris on Saturday, UWS clinched a share of the conference regular season title with Northwestern. And due to the tiebreaker process, Superior will enter postseason play as the top seed. They’re next in action on…

Uws Mhky Poll Web 224
College, Sports

UWS Men’s Hockey Still Ranked 10th After Bye Week

UWS will host River Falls on Friday in the WIAC Semifinals.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s squad is just days away from their WIAC semifinal bout with UW-River Falls. After an idle weekend, the Yellowjackets enter the week ranked 10th, which they previously were the week before. UWS and River Falls saw one another three times this regular season and each contest was decided by just one goal. Yellowjackets though took…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Names Austan Davis as New Offensive Line Coach

Davis comes from Temple University, where he served as the offensive analyst.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football has added to their coaching staff as Austan Davis is the team’s new offensive line coach. Davis comes from Temple University, where he served as the offensive analyst. Prior to his time with the Owls, he coached and played at Midwestern State University. Davis replaces Loren Endsley, who went on to join the University of Idaho…

Eckstrom Web 224
High School, Sports

Jane Eckstrom Wins Herb Brooks Award, Mirage Finish Year as Consolation Champions

Eckstrom is the 3rd winner in program history.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- It was a successful weekend for the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage as they ended their season on a high note and one of their senior leaders earned a prestigious award. The Mirage took down Marshall 2 to 1 on Saturday to claim the Class A consolation title. Then just one day later, senior forward Jane Eckstrom was named the 2025…

Prep Boys Bb Web 221
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Boys Basketball: Duluth East & Rock Ridge Get Back on Track

The final week of the regular season begins next week.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys basketball team returned to the win column on Friday night, defeating Cloquet 78 to 65. Brennan Meyer led the Greyhounds with 20 points. Duluth East improves to 8-15 and will next play at Eagan on Saturday. As for Cloquet (16-8), they’ll next be at Rock Ridge on February 25th. Speaking of Rock Ridge, they…

Johnson Web 221
High School, Sports

Johnson Siblings Reach Scoring Milestones at Duluth Marshall

The Hilltopper girls enter section play next week while the boys still have two regular season games.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been a week of celebration for the Duluth Marshall basketball squads and two of their players. Last Thursday, freshman guard Chloe Johnson tallied her 2,000th career point in a 44-point outing against Mesabi East. Then on Thursday night, her brother Brooks Johnson reached 3,000 career points in Marshall’s contest against Nashwauk-Keewatin. Johnson entered the contest only needing…

Prep Basketball
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Duluth Denfeld Boys & Duluth East Girls Defend Home Courts, Superior Boys Pick Up Road Win

Duluth Denfeld is back in action on Tuesday, February 25th, against Superior. 
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team hosted Hibbing on Thursday night. The Hunters and the Bluejackets went back and forth all game, but in the end, the Hunters picked up the win 63 to 60 over the Bluejackets. Duluth Denfeld is back in action on Tuesday, February 25th, against Superior. Tip-0ff is at 7 p.m. The Bluejackets next…

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