Author: Neil Vierzba

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Runner Franny Seidel Qualifies for 2024 NCAA Cross Country Championships

Seidel is the first Bulldog individual to qualify since 2010, when Morgan Place finished 5th overall.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD’s Franny Seidel is set to compete for an NCAA championship on November 23rd in Sacramento, California. She’s the first Bulldog individual to qualify since 2010, when Morgan Place finished 5th overall. This past weekend, Seidel placed 12th at the NCAA D2 Central Region championship with a time of 21:29:36, earning all-region honors. She also ran a season…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Stays at #4 in USCHO Poll

The Bulldogs return to action this upcoming weekend when they welcome in the 3rd ranked Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The latest USCHO poll for women’s hockey was released Monday morning. After having a bye week last weekend, the UMD women’s hockey team sees no movement as they remain the 4th ranked team in the country. The Bulldogs return to action this upcoming weekend when they welcome in the 3rd ranked Minnesota Golden Gophers. Just last year, UMD…

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College, Sports

UWS Men’s Soccer Draws North Park in 1st Round of NCAA Tournament

The Yellowjackets are making their 7th national tournament appearance in eight years.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Another year and another NCAA tournament berth for the UW-Superior men’s soccer team as the Yellowjackets clinched an automatic bid on Saturday, defeating Bethany Lutheran 6 to 2 in the UMAC title game. Monday, the NCAA selection show for division three took place and the Yellowjackets learned they will face North Park in the first round. The Vikings…

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College, Sports

UWS Women’s Soccer to Clash with Carleton in Opening Round of NCAA Tournament

This is the 4th straight season UWS has advanced to the national tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Like the UWS men’s soccer team, it was also selection Monday for the UWS women’s team as they are set to make their 4th straight national tournament after topping Bethany Lutheran four to nothing on Saturday in the conference title game. The Yellowjackets will meet up with Carleton, who play out of the MIAC conference. Surprisingly the two…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 11/8

At number one, UWS' Halle Carlson gets the rainbow of a shot to go for the goal.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week’s top plays comes from on the pitch. At number one, UWS’ Halle Carlson gets the rainbow of a shot to go for the goal. UWS will host Bethany Lutheran on Saturday in the UMAC Championship game. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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

#10 North Dakota Handles UMD Men’s Hockey to Take Game One of Series

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

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team opened up conference play on Friday night as they took on #10 North Dakota. Unfortunately, the Fighting Hawks jumped out to a quick lead and never looked back as they won the contest 7 to 3 Anthony Menghini had all three goals for the Bulldogs. The two teams will meet again on Saturday…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

State Football: Moose Lake/Willow River & Deer River Fall Short in Quarterfinals

Mountain Iron-Buhl is the lone remaining Northland team in the state tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

BRAINERD, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River football team made their 4th straight state tournament appearance on Friday night. Rebels met up with a tough Kimball Cubs squad in the AA quarterfinals, who ended up shutting out Moose Lake 38 to 0. The Rebels finish the year with a 9-3 record. In other state football action, Deer River made their return…

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High School, Sports

State Volleyball: Ely & Hermantown Eliminated in Consolation Semifinals

The Timberwolves and Hawks were the last remaining Northland teams in the tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Ely volleyball team looked to extend their season on Friday against New Life Academy in the Class A consolation semifinals. After taking the first two sets, the Timberwolves saw their lead slip away as they fell in five sets. Ely finishes the season with a record of 28-5. In other state volleyball action, Hermantown saw their…

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High School, Sports

State Football: MIB Clinches Spot in Semifinals, Hermantown & Cromwell-Wright See Seasons End

The Rangers will next play on November 14th at 1 PM at U.S. Bank Stadium. Opponent is still to be determined.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Three Northland prep football teams began state tournament play on Thursday. In 9-man action, Mountain Iron-Buhl celebrated their fourth straight state tournament appearance by defeating Stephen-Argyle Central in the quarterfinals, 38 to 6. MIB was led by Derik Dahl and Micaden Clines, who each had two scores in the victory. The Rangers will next play on November…

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High School, Sports

State Volleyball: Ely’s Title Hopes Ended By Minneota in Class A Quarterfinals

The Timberwolves now head into consolation play and will next play on Friday at 3 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Ely volleyball team made their 3rd straight state tournament appearance on Thursday night. Unfortunately like the last two state tournaments, their title hopes ended in the Class A quarterfinals as Ely fell to Minneota in straight sets. The scores were 25-17, 25-20, and 25-16. The Timberwolves now head into consolation play and will next play on…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hoops Relying on Experience Heading Into Season Opener

UMD to face Southeastern Oklahoma State for first time on Friday night.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After a couple of exhibition bouts the past two weeks, the UMD men’s basketball team will tip things off for real on Friday night. It all starts with Southeastern Oklahoma State as the Bulldogs will host the Savage Storm as part of the American Family Insurance Classic. UMD has never played Southeastern Oklahoma State before. On top of…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Northern Star: Kyle Walljasper

In the Bulldogs most recent game, Walljasper totaled six touchdowns against Winona State.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In his 3rd full season as the UMD quarterback, Kyle Walljasper continues to find the end zone. In the Bulldogs most recent game, Walljasper totaled six against Winona State. “Our gameplan was really good with our rushing attack. We made a couple adjustments and our o-line, tight ends, fullbacks, running backs all played a really big part in that….

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High School, Sports

Unbeaten Delano Handles Hermantown Volleyball in State AAA Quarterfinals

Hermantown is making their first state tournament appearance since 2016.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Hermantown volleyball team made their first state tournament appearance since 2016 on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the Hawks ran into unbeaten Delano in the AAA quarterfinals as the Tigers won in straight sets. The scores were 25-15, 25-20, and 25-10. Hermantown now heads into consolation play. They’ll next play Mahtomedi on Friday morning at 9 AM. Categories: High…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey to Open Conference Slate Against North Dakota

UMD will try to turn around the recent trend against UND, as they've won only two out of their last 10 meetings.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This upcoming weekend will mark the start of conference play for the UMD men’s hockey team. And what a way to start as the Bulldogs will welcome in the Fighting Hawks of North Dakota into Amsoil Arena. UMD will try to turn around the recent trend against UND, as they’ve won only two out of their last 10…

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High School, Sports

Mirage Forward Jane Eckstrom to Play College Hockey at Hamline University

In three full seasons with the Mirage, Eckstrom has tallied 78 total points.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Proctor/Hermantown forward Jane Eckstrom announced where she’s heading next to play college hockey earlier this week. Eckstrom is set to suit upfor the Hamline Pipers beginning next fall. In three full seasons with the Mirage, she has tallied 78 total points. The Mirage and Eckstrom host Warroad on Friday to begin the season. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

After Eight-Year Wait, Hermantown Volleyball Back in the State Tournament

Hermantown clinched Section 7AAA title on October 31st.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- In recent years, the Hermantown volleyball team has come close to making it to the state tournament. That included three section 7AAA semifinal defeats. However, the streak is no more. The Hawks are state bound for the first time since 2016. They made that possible last Thursday when they topped North Branch in the section title game in…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Caitlin Kraemer Named WCHA Rookie of the Week

This is the 2nd honor Kraemer has earned as she previously was named WCHA Rookie of the Month in September.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD freshman forward Caitlin Kraemer has been named WCHA Rookie of the Week. Kraemer tallied two goals in UMD’s 4 to 1 victory over Minnesota State-Mankato on Friday night. So far this season, she has five goals and one assist. This is the 2nd honor Kraemer has earned as she previously was named WCHA Rookie of the Month…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football & Walljasper Coming Off Monster Game in Winona

Walljasper had six touchdowns in UMD's 42-38 win over Winona State.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was victory Monday for the UMD football team. The Bulldogs were finally able to have a one-score contest go their way on Saturday as a late touchdown by Kyle Walljasper lifted UMD past Winona State, 42 to 38. The last score by Walljasper capped off a monster day as he finished with 6 total touchdowns and 420…

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High School, Sports

Minnesota State Volleyball Matchups Announced

Two Northland teams are set to play at the Xcel Energy Center beginning on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- On Sunday, the MSHSL announced the volleyball matchups for the upcoming state tournament. Two Northland teams are set to play at the Xcel Energy Center beginning on Wednesday. In Class A, Ely draws the 7th seed and will face the 2nd seed Minneota at 7 PM on Thursday. It’s the 3rd straight state tournament appearance for the…

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High School, Sports

Ely Volleyball Defends Section 7A Title, Advances to State for 3rd Straight Season

Ely defeated Bigfork in straight sets on Saturday in Hermantown.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Ely volleyball team defended their section 7A title on Saturday, defeating Bigfork in straight sets. The scores were: (27-25, 25-15, 25-18). “The third year feels just as good as the first. It really is cool. Every team is different, it’s just really neat to experience that with every single team we’ve had the last three years. It…

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High School, Sports

Esko Volleyball’s Fast Start Cooled Off By Rush City in Section 7AA Title Game

Esko finishes the year with a 24-6 record.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- For the fourth straight season, the Esko volleyball team saw their season end in defeat to the Rush City Tigers. Playing in the Section 7AA title game, Esko won the first set but dropped the next three as the Tigers claimed the title in four sets. The scores were (16-25, 25-13, 25-9, 25-20). Esko finishes the year with…

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High School, Sports

Minnesota State Football Matchups Announced

The first state tournament games begin on November 7th.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- On Saturday, the state football matchups in Minnesota were announced. Five Northland teams are set to compete for a state title. In 9-Player, Mountain Iron-Buhl earns the top seed and will face Stephen-Argyle Central in the quarterfinals. That contest takes place on November 7th at Grand Rapids High School. Kickoff is at 7 PM. Joining the Rangers in…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Hermantown Rallies Past North Branch to Claim First Section 7AAAA Title Since 2018

This will be Hermantown's first state tournament appearance since 2018.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It didn’t look good at times in the first. But, the Hermantown football team rallied in the 2nd half against North Branch on Friday night for the 7AAAA title. Martin Sleen had a seven yard rushing touchdown late in the game to give the Hawks the eventual 35 to 28 victory. Alex Schott pitched in with two touchdown…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Late Score Lifts Deer River Football Past Mille Lacs for Section 7A Crown

This is the 16th time in program history that Deer River has advanced to state.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- After a one year hiatus, the Deer River Football team is heading back to the state tournament. On Friday, the Warriors defeated Mille Lacs 8 to 6 for the Section 7A title. Deer River scored with 38 seconds left in the game and went for two to take the eventual win. This is the 16th time in program…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

WI Football: Northwestern Edges Stanley-Boyd to Move On to Level 3, Northwood/Solon Springs Advances

The Tigers now move on to Level 3 where they will face St. Croix Falls.
Neil Vierzba, Matt McConico,

MAPLE, Wis.- The Northwestern football team continued their winning ways on Friday, defeating Stanley-Boyd 26 to 21 in level 2 playoff action. The Tigers now move on to Level 3 where they will face St. Croix Falls. That contest is scheduled for 7 PM on November 8th in St. Croix Falls. In 8-man action, Northwood/Solon Springs defeated Clayton 46 to…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 11/1

Hermantown's Martin Sleen breaks a few North Branch tackles for a Hawks touchdown.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play came from on the gridiron. At number one, Hermantown’s Alex Schott with the toss to his running back Martin Sleen and Sleen just wouldn’t go down. He breaks a few vikings tackles as he’s in for six. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Mountain Iron-Buhl Football Holds Off Cherry for 4th Straight Section 7 Title

This is the 4th straight year that MIB has advanced to state. It's also the 11th time in program history.
Neil Vierzba,

AURORA, Minn.- The Mountain Iron-Buhl football team is once again state bound. On Friday, the Rangers defeated Cherry 34-28 to claim the 9-player Section 7 championship. This is the 4th straight year that MIB has advanced to state. It’s also the 11th time in program history. The Rangers will hear who their first round opponent is over the weekend.  …

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High School, Sports

Two Harbors Football Sees Season End in Section 7AAA Title Game Loss

Two Harbors finishes the year with a 8-2 record.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Two Harbors football team saw their season come to a close on Thursday, falling to Pequot Lakes 36 to 15 in the Section 7AAA title game. The Agates started out strong thanks to a safety and a rushing touchdown by Zack Libal that put them up 8-0. After that though, it was all Patriots as they outscored…

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High School, Sports

Cromwell-Wright Football Snaps Six-Year State Tournament Drought After Clinching Section 5 Title

A late touchdown pass by Brenden Gronner to Drew Nyberg in the 4th quarter was the difference maker.
Neil Vierzba,

BRAINERD, Minn.- For the first time since 2018, the Cromwell-Wright football team is heading to the state tournament. The Cardinals made that possible on Thursday when they defeated Nevis 20-14 in the Section 5, 9-Player title game. A late touchdown pass by Brenden Gronner to Drew Nyberg in the 4th quarter was the difference maker. Cromwell-Wright will learn who their…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Ranked #13 in NABC Coaches Poll to Begin Season

The Bulldogs are coming off a 26-7 campaign in the 2023-2024 season, which resulted in their 3rd NCAA tournament appearance.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team begins the year ranked as they were slotted at number 13 in the NABC coaches poll. The Bulldogs are coming off a 26-7 campaign in the 2023-2024 season, which resulted in their 3rd NCAA tournament appearance. UMD tips off the regular season on November 8th, when they host Southeastern Oklahoma State in the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Tackle Aiden Williams Invited to 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl

Williams is the 3rd Bulldog in program history to be invited to the game and most recent invite since Brent Laing in 2023.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Year after year it seems more and more UMD football players are getting chances to go on and do bigger things. That continued on Wednesday when sixth-year offensive tackle Aiden Williams was invited to the longest-running college all-star football game in the nation. Williams will make his way to Dallas, Texas on January 30th to compete in the…

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College, Sports

Northern Star: Jake Kidd

Kidd currently leads the Yellowjackets with 17 goals on the season.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UWS junior forward Jake Kidd has spent his whole life playing soccer in Superior And talk about a new meaning to homefield advantage as Kidd leads the Yellowjackets in goals with 17 and counting. “We’ve built a really strong chemistry and that’s allowed for me to help my team by scoring. Wouldn’t be able to do that without…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Returns to Action with Two-Game Series at MSU-Mankato

Just last year, UMD took all four meetings against the Mavericks.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s back to work for the 4th ranked UMD women’s hockey team, who are coming off their 2nd bye week in the now one month old season. The Bulldogs continue the conference portion of their schedule this weekend when they travel to play two at Minnesota State- Mankato. Just last year, UMD took all four meetings against the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coming Off Sweep of Stonehill College, UMD Men’s Hockey Heads Into Bye Week

UMD is next in action on November 8th against North Dakota.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team is coming off their bye week and the men’s team is heading into their bye week. The Bulldogs picked up their first sweep of the season as they took both games against Stonehill College this past weekend. Being that it is the first break for his squad, head coach Scott Sandelin reflected on…

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High School, Sports

Solon Springs/Northwood Set to Be Well Represented at WIAA State Cross Country Meet

Northwood/Solon Springs captured their 2nd straight WIAA Division 3 Cross Country Sectional title, clinching their 3rd consecutive state tournament appearance.
Neil Vierzba,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- The Solon Springs/Northwood boys cross country team continues to show that they are a running powerhouse. This past Saturday, the Green Eagles captured their 2nd straight WIAA Division 3 Cross Country Sectional title, clinching their 3rd consecutive state tournament appearance. Senior Isaac Dickenson had a weekend to remember as he ran a school record 16 minutes to…

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High School, Sports

State Girls Soccer: Esko’s Rally Falls Short in Semifinals Against Southwest Christian

Esko will next play in the 3rd place game on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team played in their first-ever state semifinal game on Tuesday. Unfortunately, their title hopes ended as top-seeded Southwest Christian came away with the 2 to 1 victory. Maya Johnson had both goals for the Stars in the contest. Reese Kuklinski was the lone goal-scorer for Esko. Esko will next play in the 3rd place…

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College, Sports

UWS’ Jenna Anderson Claims 7th UMAC Defensive Player of the Week Honor

Through three contests this past week, Anderson had 63 digs.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UWS senior libero Jenna Anderson has once again captured the UMAC Defensive Player of the Week. This is the 7th time this season that Anderson has claimed the honor. Through three contests this past week, she had 63 digs. Anderson was joined by teammate Makenna Hohbein, who was named the UMAC offensive player of the week, after posting…

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High School, Sports

Esko Girls Soccer Looks to Knock Off Unbeaten Southwest Christian in State Semifinals

Southwest Christian is currently 18-0-1 and have picked up shutouts in 13 of those games.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team is making their final preparations leading up to Tuesday’s state semifinal contest against Southwest Christian. Esko will look to do something that no other team has done this season and that’s defeat the Stars. Southwest Christian is currently 18-0-1 and have picked up shutouts in 13 of those games. Before the tournament began,…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Dominic James Earns NCHC Forward of the Week Honors

James is currently on a four-game scoring streak.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A UMD men’s hockey standout earned conference honors after a stellar weekend. Dominic James is the NCHC Forward of the Week thanks to his 4 goals and 1 assist in both contests against Stonehill College. James is currently on a four-game scoring streak. He’ll look to keep that up when UMD is next in action on November 8th…

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College, Sports

Koi Perich Named Big Ten Freshman of the Week

On Saturday, Perich hauled in his 5th interception of the season in Minnesota's 48 to 23 win over Maryland.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- Esko’s Koi Perich continues to make a name for himself in his debut season at the University of Minnesota. On Saturday, Perich hauled in his 5th interception of the season in Minnesota’s 48 to 23 win over Maryland. He’s now tied for 4th in program history for interceptions in a season. Even better news for Perich, he was…

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

UMD Men’s Hockey Tops Stonehill College in First-Ever Meeting

UMD improves to 2-4 on the season and will once again host Stonehill on Saturday night.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team faced a new opponent on Friday night, meeting up with Stonehill College for the first time. After putting up two goals in the first, the Bulldogs never looked back as they came away with the 5 to 1 victory. UMD improves to 2-4 on the season and will once again host Stonehill on…

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High School, Sports

Rock Ridge Names Kassie Strand as New Girls Head Hockey Coach

Strand has been with the Wolverines for the past two seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

EVELETH, Minn.- The Rock Ridge girls hockey team has a new head coach. On Friday, the school announced that assistant coach Kassie Strand has stepped up to take the head coaching role. Strand has been with the Wolverines for the past two seasons. She takes over for Paddie Elsmore-Sautter, who accepted an assistant coaching position with the NA3HL Wilderness. Strand…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Senior Forward Gabby Krause Medically Retires

In three seasons in Duluth, she tallied 32 points, 15 of which were goals.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A UMD senior forward on the women’s hockey team is sadly calling it quits. On Thursday, Gabby Krause announced that she will have to medically retire. Krause was already ruled out for the season with an undisclosed injury. In three seasons in Duluth, she tallied 32 points, 15 of which were goals. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota…

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High School, Sports

Duluth East Volleyball Eliminated From Section 7AAAA Tournament with Loss to Blaine

The Greyhounds finish the year with an overall record of 19-9.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East volleyball team saw their season come to a close on Thursday, falling to Blaine in straight sets. In the Section 7AAAA quarterfinals, the Bengals earned redemption against the Greyhounds after previously falling to them 3-1 in the regular season. The Greyhounds finish the year with an overall record of 19-9. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

State Boys Soccer: Late Goal Lifts St. Cloud Cathedral Past Duluth Marshall in A Quarterfinals

The Hilltoppers finish with an overall record of 9-11.
Neil Vierzba,

MONTICELLO, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys soccer team made their 2nd straight state tournament appearance on Thursday. Unfortunately like the year prior, they saw their season come to a close in the A quarterfinals. St. Cloud Cathedral scored with under 20 minutes to go to eventually take the win, 2 to 1. Levi Mertens had the lone goal for Marshall….

Eskosoccer
High School, Sports

State Girls Soccer: Esko Outlasts St. Cloud Cathedral in PK’s to Advance to Semifinals

Esko will next meet top seeded Southwest Christian on October 29th at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Neil Vierzba,

MONTICELLO, Minn.- After two straight years of heartbreak, the Esko girls soccer team was finally able to get past the state quarterfinals on Thursday. Esko and St. Cloud Cathedral went into penalty kicks after both teams were scoreless in regulation and overtime. Esko then outscored the Crusaders 3 to 1 to earn the 1 to 0 victory. They’ll next be…

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College, Sports

Northland College Names Anne Kriskovich as New Head Women’s Soccer Coach

Kriskovich has had multiple stints at the school and most recently was an assistant for the men's team.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- The Northland College women’s soccer team has a new head coach and she’s already familiar with the program. On Thursday, the school announced that Anne Kriskovich has taken over for Olaf Kristen, who stepped away from the position. Kriskovich has had multiple stints at the school and most recently was an assistant for the men’s team. She also…

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High School, Sports

State Boys Soccer: Blake Ends C-E-C’s Title Hopes in AA Quarterfinals

The Lumberjacks finish the season with an overall record of 15-4.
Neil Vierzba,

WHITE BEAR LAKE, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys soccer team entered state tournament play on Wednesday with high hopes. Ultimately, they fell short to Blake, falling by a final of 4 to 2 Noah Hansen and Hudson Snesrud were the goal scorers for the Lumberjacks. C-E-C was making their fourth straight state tournament appearance. The Lumberjacks finish the season with an…

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High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Hermantown, Esko, & Proctor Open Section Play with Wins

First round of Minnesota prep volleyball started Wednesday.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The first round of Minnesota prep volleyball playoffs started on Wednesday night. In section 7AAA, the Hermantown Hawks beat Duluth Denfeld 3-0, to move on to the semifinals. The Hawks will take on Princeton on October 28th. First serve is set for 6 p.m. Over in section 7AA, Esko earns the victory over Pine City 3-0. Esko will…

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