Author: Neil Vierzba

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Another Weekend, Another Ranked Opponent Awaits UMD Men’s Hockey

UMD will try for their first win against Denver since February of 2023 on Friday at 7:07 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another ranked opponent awaits the UMD men’s hockey team as the Bulldogs will welcome in 5th ranked Denver to Amsoil Arena this weekend. It’s the 3rd straight weekend the Bulldogs have clashed with a top 20 team. UMD has shown that they can compete with them as they’ve won three of their last four, including splitting with 19th…

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High School, Sports

Solon Springs/Northwood Runner Isaac Dickenson Commits to UMD

Dickenson will join his brother Owen and former teammate Dylan Taggart on the Bulldogs roster.
Neil Vierzba,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- Another Solon Springs/Northwood runner is set to join UMD. Isaac Dickenson announced his commitment to both the Bulldogs cross country and track and field teams on Wednesday. Isaac was the sectional individual champion in both sports the past two seasons. He also got it done on the big stage placing 6th at the state cross country meet…

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High School, Sports

After Scoreless First & Second Period, Hermantown Breaks Out in 3rd to Top Superior

Hermantown (12-4-3) will next play at St. Thomas Academy on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Hermantown boys hockey team picked up their 12th win of the season on Tuesday, defeating Superior 3-1. The Hawks were held scoreless in the first and second period. But, the 3rd period was a different story as they erupted for three goals. Hermantown (12-4-3) will next play at St. Thomas Academy on Friday. As for Superior (4-13-1),…

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High School, Sports

Three Locals Land on 2025 Mr. Basketball of Minnesota Award Watch List

The winner will be announced following the state basketball tournaments.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Three locals were named to the 2025 Mr. Basketball of Minnesota award watch list. They are Cloquet’s Jack Battaglia, Duluth Marshall’s Brooks Johnson, and lastly, Cherry’s Noah Sundquist. The 38 player list will be trimmed down to a top 10 on March 3rd. Two weeks later, the final five will be announced. The winner will be announced following…

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Duluth FC Announces Front Office Changes

The moves come over a month after General Manager Charlie Forsyth resigned.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC has announced some changes to their front office. The team announced on Monday that Jonathan Bouvine is the new Director of Soccer Operations and Gabby Tachis has been named as the Director of Marketing and Business Development. The moves come over a month after General Manager Charlie Forsyth resigned. Categories: Sports

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High School, Sports

Floodwood Junior Jonah Spindler Reaches 1,000 Career Points

Spindler entered his game against Bigfork needing 13 points to reach 1,000 career points.
Neil Vierzba,

FLOODWOOD, Minn.- It was a night to remember for Floodwood junior Jonah Spindler on Monday. Spindler entered his game against Bigfork needing 13 points to reach 1,000 career points. He ended up getting 32 to surpass the mark and reach a total of 1,019 points. Spindler and the Polar Bears are next in action on Friday at Hill City. Categories:…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Max Plante Named NCHC Rookie of the Week, UMD Women Stay at #4 in Poll

Plante stretched his point streak to six games with a goal and two assists against Colorado College.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Hermantown native and current UMD forward Max Plante has been named the NCHC Rookie of the Week. Plante stretched his point streak to six games with a goal and two assists against Colorado College. The men host Denver this weekend. Over on the women’s side, UMD once again sees no movement in the USCHO poll as they remain…

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High School, Sports

Superior Girls Basketball Picks Up 6th Win of Season Against New Richmond

Superior (6-10) will next host Hermantown on January 28th.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls basketball team picked up their 2nd straight win on Monday, defeating New Richmond 61 to 49. The Spartans were led by Annabel Manion, who had 17 points in the victory. Right behind her was teammate Tara Stratton with 16. Superior (6-10) will next host Hermantown on January 28th. Categories: High School, Sports

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

UMD Men’s Hoops Extends Win Streak to Four, UMD Women Get Back on Track

Both teams will be back in action on Saturday against Minnesota Crookston.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a successful doubleheader for both the UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams on Friday night. The Bulldog men started off the evening with a 75 to 59 victory over Bemidji State. UMD was led by Charlie Katona and Jayden Johnson, who each had 16 points. Following that contest, the Bulldog women completed the sweep with a…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 1/17

At number one, some history for Proctor's Lily Smith as she records career point number 1,000 on the three ball.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both of this week’s top plays came from on the hardwood. At number two, UW-Superior’s Reid Johnson shows off the handles as he gets the lay in to go against Northland. At number one, some history for Proctor’s Lily Smith as she records career point number 1,000 on the three ball. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, High School,…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

CSS Men’s Hockey Unable to Snap Skid with Home Loss to Concordia

The two teams will meet again on Saturday with puck drop at 2 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The woes continued for the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team on Friday as they dropped their 3rd straight game to Concordia. After a scoreless first, the Cobbers jumped on the Saints with four unanswered goals to win 4-0. The two teams will meet again on Saturday with puck drop at 2 PM. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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High School, Sports

Hermantown Lineman Mason Humphreys to Play College Football at Bethel

The senior captain tallied 43 tackles in his final season as a Hawk.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown senior offensive and defensive lineman Mason Humphreys is ready for the next level. On Friday, he announced his commitment to Bethel University out of the MIAC conference. The senior captain tallied 43 tackles in his final season as a Hawk. He also played a key part in helping the team to their first state tournament appearance since…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Promotes Olson & Ware on Coaching Staff

Olson has been with the Bulldogs for two seasons and Ware joined the team a year ago.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team announced a couple changes to their coaching staff. Luke Olson is the new special teams coordinator and inside linebackers coach after serving as a defensive back coach and recruiting coordinator. Mekhi Ware is the team’s new secondary coach after being the cornerbacks coach. Olson has been with the Bulldogs for two seasons and Ware…

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High School, Sports

Girls Basketball: Smith Nets 1,000th Career Point in Proctor Win, Esko & Duluth Marshall Also Victorious

Proctor remains at the top of the Lake Superior conference standings.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team extended their win streak to eight games on Thursday, defeating Hermantown 75 to 52. Rails senior guard Lily Smith picked up her 1,000th career point in the victory. Proctor (16-1) will next play at Duluth Marshall on January 21st. Hermantown (10-5) will travel to Hibbing on the 21st. In other girls basketball action,…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Head Football Coach Bob Nielson Retires After 32 Years of Coaching

Nielson led the Bulldogs from 1999 to 2012, winning a national title in 2008 and 2010.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD head football coach Bob Nielson is calling it a career. On Thursday, he announced after 32 years of coaching, including the last nine seasons at the University of South Dakota, that he is stepping down with plans to retire. Nielson led the Bulldogs from 1999 to 2012, winning a national title in 2008 and 2010. After…

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Proctor’s Kennan Reyelts Commits to St. Scholastica Men’s Hockey

Reyelts last played for the Rails in the 2021-2022 season and tallied a career-high 39 points.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Another former Proctor hockey standout has announced where he’s heading next to play. Forward Kennan Reyelts will make his return to the Northland as he will suit up for St. Scholastica next year. Reyelts last played for the Rails in the 2021-2022 season and tallied a career-high 39 points. Since then, he’s had stints in the MJHL, SIJHL,…

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High School, Sports

Moose Lake/Willow River Football Coach Dave Louzek to be Inducted into 2025 MFCA Hall of Fame

During his reign, Louzek has surpassed 200 career wins, won 18 section titles, and was a state runner-up three times.
Neil Vierzba,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn.- Moose Lake/Willow River head football coach Dave Louzek is set to be inducted into the Minnesota Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame in March. Louzek has spent over two decades coaching up the Rebels. During his reign, he’s surpassed 200 career wins, won 18 section titles, and was a state runner-up three times. Just this past season,…

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College, Sports

UWS Men’s & Women’s Basketball Extend Win Streaks with Sweep of Northland

The UW-Superior men and women are next in action on Saturday at Martin Luther.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Both the UW-Superior men’s and women’s basketball teams protected their homecourt on Wednesday night against Northland. The Yellowjacket men started off the night with a 76 to 58 victory over the Lumberjacks. Andrew Kunelius had a team-leading 18 points. Following that contest, the UWS women went on to defeat the Lumberjills 89 to 33. Elise Besonen led the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey to Clash with Ohio State in Top 4 Tilt

The UMD women's hockey team started off their season with a bang by sweeping the then top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes back in September.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team started off their season with a bang by sweeping the then top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes back in September. This upcoming weekend the two teams will battle once again as this time it’s on the Bulldogs home ice. In her weekly presser, Head Coach Laura Schuler looked back at the first series with Ohio…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Heads to Colorado College for First Road Series of 2025

UMD has won 22 of the 36 meetings they've faced the Tigers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team will hit the road for the first time in 2025 this weekend when they visit 18th ranked Colorado College. The Bulldogs are coming off a successful series which resulted in a sweep of the then 10th ranked St. Cloud State Huskies. They’ll look to continue that mojo against a Tigers squad that they’ve…

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High School, Sports

Grand Rapids/Greenway Girls Hockey Erupts for 10 Goals in Road Victory at Superior

Grand Rapids/Greenway extends their unbeaten streak to seven games and will next play at Andover on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Grand Rapids/Greenway girls hockey team did something that no other team has done since December 10th. And that’s defeat the Superior Spartans. The Lightning put up 10 goals en route to a 10 to 1 victory on Tuesday night. Grand Rapids/Greenway extends their unbeaten streak to seven games and will next play at Andover on Friday. Superior…

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High School, Sports

Superior Boys Basketball Unable to Protect Homecourt in Loss to New Richmond

Superior is now 6-7 on the season and will next host Cloquet on Friday night.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys basketball team suffered a tough home loss on Tuesday, falling to New Richmond 74 to 64. Calvin Anderson led the Spartans with 26 points in the contest. Drew Eisel was right behind him with 22. Superior is now 6-7 on the season and will next host Cloquet on Friday night. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Men’s Hockey Cracks Top 15 in Latest USCHO Poll

UWS is currently on an eight-game winning streak.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s hockey team has cracked the top 15 in the latest USCHO poll. The Yellowjackets are now the 15th ranked team in the country after they picked up wins against Concordia and St. John’s this past weekend. UWS is also on an eight-game winning streak and will look to extend that on Wednesday when they host…

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College, Sports

Minnesota Safety Koi Perich Named FWAA Freshman All-American

Perich played in 13 games this season for the Gophers, tallying 46 tackles and five interceptions.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Another honor for Esko native Koi Perich as he was named by the Football Writers Association of America as a All-American Freshman. Perich played in 13 games this season for the Gophers, tallying 46 tackles and five interceptions. This is the 11th honor he’s received this season as he’s also been named All-Big Ten first team and second…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Duluth Native Noah Pauley Interviews for 49ers Offensive Coordinator Job

Pauley has spent the last two seasons at Iowa State as the team's passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth native could be soon roaming the sidelines in the NFL. Former UMD offensive coordinator Noah Pauley recently interviewed for the San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator job. He’s spent the last two seasons at Iowa State as the team’s passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach. Pauley also had a stint with North Dakota State, where he…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Clara Van Wieren Nominated for 2025 Hockey Humanitarian Award

Van Wieren becomes the 3rd Bulldog nominee for the award over the past four years.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD graduate forward Clara Van Wieren has been named one of the 14 nominees for the 2025 Hockey Humanitarian Award. Van Wieren stays busy off the ice as she’s the president of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee and the co-president of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council. She becomes the 3rd Bulldog nominee for the award over the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Goaltender Klayton Knapp Earns NCHC Rookie of the Week Honors

Knapp is the 5th Bulldog this season to earn a conference honor.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD freshman goaltender Klayton Knapp picked up NCHC Rookie of the Week honors for his efforts this past weekend against St. Cloud State. Knapp had two wins and one shutout against the Huskies. He also stopped a total of 48 shots with a saves percentage of 96 percent. Knapp is the 5th Bulldog this season to earn a…

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High School, Sports

Proctor’s Carson Pavlowich to Play College Hockey at Air Force

Pavlowich last suited up for the Rails in the 2023-2024 season.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- A former Proctor Rail will soon suit up for the Air Force Academy. Over the weekend, defenseman Carson Pavlowich announced his commitment to the Falcons. Pavlowich last suited up for the Rails in the 2023-2024 season. In 27 games played, he tallied five goals and 30 assists. The D-man is currently with the Colorado Grit in the NAHL….

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Gascon Named WCHA Goaltender of the Week Again, UMD Ranked 4th Again

Gascon stopped all 48 shots she saw in net to pick up her 3rd and 4th shutouts of the season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team once again sees no movement in the USCHO Poll. After picking up the sweep over St. Cloud State this past weekend, the Bulldogs stay at number four. UMD didn’t let up one goal to the Huskies in the series. That’s thanks in part to goaltender Eve Gascon, who was named the WCHA goaltender…

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

UMD Men’s Hockey Blanks #10 St. Cloud State for 7th Win of Season

Max Plante found the back of the net in the 2nd and Owen Gallatin added an empty-netter in the 3rd.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team picked up an upset win on Friday, defeating #10 St. Cloud State 2-0. Max Plante found the back of the net in the 2nd and Owen Gallatin added an empty-netter in the 3rd. UMD improves to 7-11-1 and will once again host St. Cloud State on Saturday. Puck drop is at 6:07 PM….

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College, Sports

Northern Star: Koy Nelson

Through the team's first 13 games, Nelson's averaging a career-high 11.7 points per game.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica guard Koy Nelson continues to make strides during his junior campaign. Through the team’s first 13 games, he’s averaging a career-high 11.7 points per game. Nelson says that’s not possible without his training leading up to the season. “Off-season work forsure. Getting in the weight room. That was a big thing freshman year, I was a…

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College, Sports

CSS Men’s & Women’s Basketball Complete Doubleheader Sweep of St. Olaf

Both teams are next in action on Saturday at Gustavus Adolphus.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the St. Scholastica men’s and women’s basketball teams protected their home court on Wednesday night against St. Olaf. The men started out the night with a 81 to 62 win over the Oles. CSS was led by Koy Nelson, who had 23 points in the victory. Following that contest, the women’s squad picked up a close 48…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Set to Clash with #10 SCSU for 2nd Time in 2024-2025 Season

UMD currently has a six-game unbeaten streak against St. Cloud State.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the first time this season, the 4th ranked UMD women’s hockey team will meet up with a team they’ve previously saw earlier in the season. The Bulldogs will welcome in the 10th ranked St. Cloud State Huskies, who they just played over a month ago. That series resulted in one tie and one win for UMD. It…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Returns to NCHC Play with Bout Against St. Cloud State

UMD holds a four-game home winning streak against St. Cloud State that dates back to January of 2023.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Like the UMD women’s hockey team, the UMD men’s team will also be hosting the Huskies of St. Cloud State this weekend. In recent years, the series has been split down the middle with each team picking up five wins in the last 10 meetings. However, UMD does hold a four-game home winning streak against St. Cloud State…

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High School, Sports

Rock Ridge Boys Hockey Extends Win Streak to 5 with Road Victory at Duluth Marshall

The Wolverines improve to 11-3-1 and will next host Sartell on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Rock Ridge boys hockey team continued their winning ways on Tuesday, defeating Duluth Marshall 4 to 1. Grady Dimberio had a team-leading two goals in the contest. The Wolverines improve to 11-3-1 and will next host Sartell on Friday. As for the Hilltoppers (8-3-2), they’ll next play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica Men’s Basketball Adjusting Nicely to New Head Coach

CSS is currently 5-8 on the year, which is two wins better than their 2023-2024 mark.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s basketball team ushered in a new era at the beginning of the season with Christian Butler taking the helm as the interim head coach. With already 13 games under their belt, the Saints have surpassed last year’s win total. CSS is currently 5-8 on the year, which is two wins better than their 2023-2024…

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College, Professional Sports, Sports

Former UWS Forward Charles Martin Makes AHL Debut with Calgary Wranglers

Martin is the first Yellowjacket ever to play in the AHL.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A former Yellowjacket continues to climb up the pro ranks. Forward Charles Martin made his AHL debut with the Calgary Wranglers last week. The Wranglers are the affiliate of the NHL’s Calgary Flames. Martin is the first Yellowjacket ever to play in the AHL. He last suited up for UWS in the 2022-2023 season, tallying 18 points in…

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High School, Sports

Superior Defensive Back Evan Blomfelt Commits to UW-Stevens Point

Blomfelt is the 3rd Spartan this off-season to announce their college commitment.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Another Superior football standout is going on to play college football. The latest is defensive back Evan Blomfelt, who committed to UW-Stevens Point. Blomfelt had 13 tackles in a shortened 2024 season that caused him to miss week two through six. The year prior he rallied up 34 tackles for the Spartans. He’s the 3rd Spartan this off-season…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Goaltender Kim Martin to be Inducted into 2025 IIHF Hall of Fame Class

Martin is the 3rd former Bulldog to be inducted in the IIHF Hall of Fame.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Bulldog goaltender will soon be inducted into the 2025 IIHF Hall of Fame. Kim Martin was named to the class this past Friday. Martin had one of the best seasons by a goaltender in the 2007-2008 season, in which she led UMD to a 31-4-1 record. That year, the Bulldogs also won the NCAA title, WCHA…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Kleber & Plante Win Gold at 2025 IIHF World Juniors

Plante scored once and had two assists in Sunday's 4-3 win over Finland.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a night to remember for two current Bulldogs on Sunday. Both Adam Kleber and Max Plante claimed Gold at the IIHF World Juniors. But the gold didn’t come without a little bit of drama. Team USA and Finland went into overtime with the game tied at 3. That’s where Teddy Stiga played hero, netting the game-winning…

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

UMD Men’s Hockey & Alaska Fairbanks Skate to 2-2 Tie

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

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team opened up a two-game series with Alaska Fairbanks on Friday night. The game went into overtime after the score was tied at two. That’s where the two teams settled for the tie. Aaron Pionk and Carter Loney each had a goal in the contest. It marked the first meeting for the two programs…

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

Kraemer Nets Goal in 3rd to Help #4 UMD Sweep Syracuse

UMD (13-5-2) continues their homestand next Friday against St. Cloud State.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 4th ranked UMD women’s hockey team broke out the brooms on Friday, defeating Syracuse 2 to 1. Caitlin Kraemer scored her 2nd goal in as many days in the 3rd to break a 1-1 tie and give UMD the eventual win. Clara Van Wieren also found the back of the net for the 2nd straight game. UMD…

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

Top Plays of the Week: 1/3

At number one, UMD's Clara Van Wieren nets her 2nd goal in as many days with the nifty backhand.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from on the ice. At number one, UMD’s Clara Van Wieren nets her 2nd goal in as many days with the nifty backhand. The Bulldogs broke out the brooms against Syracuse, defeating the Orange 2 to 1. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Williams Named to D2Football’s Elite 100 List 2nd Team, Gbor Signs Indoor Deal

Gbor last played for UMD in 2022.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD offensive tackle Aiden Williams has racked up another honor. On Friday, he was named to the D2Football.Com Elite 100 list 2nd team. It’s the 2nd honor in recent weeks as he was also named a Don Hansen D2 Honorable Mention All-American. In other Bulldog football news, former cornerback Dayvia Gbor has signed with the Quad City Steamwheelers…

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High School, Sports

Boys Hockey: Carlson’s OT Goal Lifts Rock Ridge Past Hermantown

Caz Carlson scored the game-winning goal for the Wolverines.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- It was a defensive battle between the Hermantown and Rock Ridge boys hockey teams on Thursday night. Ultimately, it took overtime to decide a winner. That’s where Caz Carlson netted the game-winning goal to give Rock Ridge the 1-0 victory. The Wolverines (9-3-1) will next host Duluth Denfeld on Saturday. As for Hermantown (6-4-2), they’ll try to bounce…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Defenseman Will Francis Announces Another Relapse of Leukemia

Francis has previously undergone two battles since March of 2020, causing him to miss time on the ice.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.-  UMD Defenseman Will Francis announced another relapse of his ongoing battle with leukemia. Francis has previously undergone two battles since March of 2020, causing him to miss time on the ice. This season, he skated in two games and tallied two shots on goal. Francis last appeared in a game on November 8th against North Dakota. Categories: College,…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Knocks Off Syracuse in First-Ever Meeting

The two teams will meet again on Friday with puck drop scheduled for 3 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team began the new year on a high note, defeating Syracuse 6 to 2. Thursday’s contest was the first-ever meeting between the two squads. Olivia Wallin led the Bulldogs with two goals in the victory. The two teams will meet again on Friday with puck drop scheduled for 3 PM. Categories: College, Sports, University…

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Sports

Duluth FC Names Thomas Pazo as New Head Coach

Pazo played at UW-Superior during the 2009 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC has named their new bench boss for the upcoming season. Former UWS soccer player Thomas Pazo is now the head coach of the BlueGreens. Pazo is currently the assistant coach for Lindsey Wilson College in Kentucky. He’s had some success there as he’s been named assistant coach of the year for the Midwest-South Conference for the…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Boys Hockey: Duluth Denfeld to Play in Heritage Holiday Classic Championship, Superior Edged By Park

The Wolfpack and the Hunters will drop the puck at 3:30 PM on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The host team in the Heritage Holiday Classic will get to play for the championship on Saturday. The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team defeated Irondale on Friday in the semifinals, 9 to 2. Nolan Harju had a team-leading three goals in the contest. Denfeld will meet Park, who topped Superior 5 to 1 in the other semifinal. The…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 12/27

At number one, Duluth Denfeld short-handed but no problem for them as John Scott slides the puck over to Nolan Harju for the goal.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays comes from on the ice. At number one, Duluth Denfeld short-handed but no problem for them as John Scott slides the puck over to Nolan Harju for the goal. Hunters advance to Saturday’s Heritage Holiday Classic Championship/ Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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