Author: Neil Vierzba

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High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Hermantown & Duluth East Earn Five-Set Victories

Esko was the runner-up in Section 7AA and Hermantown won the Section 7AAA title last season.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Two teams that were in their respective section titles last season met up in prep volleyball as Esko hosted Hermantown on Tuesday night. In the end, Hermantown was able to take down Esko 3-2. Esko is now 1-1 and will play at Carlton/Wrenshall on Thursday. As for Hermantown (2-1), they are at Princeton on Thursday. In other volleyball…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Vikings Place C.J. Ham on Injured Reserve to Begin Season

Ham is expected to miss the first four games of the season.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- It was cutdown day in the NFL on Tuesday. The Vikings didn’t have many surprises but Duluth native C.J. Ham was impacted. Ham was placed on the injured reserve-designated to return list, meaning he will be out the first four games of the regular season but will not currently count against Minnesota’s roster. The team has not said…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Making Final Preparations Ahead of TCO Opener

UMD sure knows how to start the season off right in recent years as they've won their last five openers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- We are just two days away from kickoff of another UMD football season. However this year, they’ll start with not your ordinary opener. It’s the Bulldogs versus the Warriors of Winona State under the lights at TCO Stadium in Eagan. The contest marks the first-time that an NCAA game will take placeat the headquarters of the Vikings. UMD…

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College, Sports

UMAC Coaches Pick UWS Men’s Soccer to Win Conference Title Once Again

UWS is vying for their 9th straight conference title and is coming off a sweet sixteen appearance a year ago.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A day after the UWS women’s soccer team was selected to finish 1st in the UMAC, the UWS men’s team now joins them. On Tuesday, the coaches poll was released and the Yellowjackets landed in first with 36 points. UWS is vying for their 9th straight conference title and is coming off a sweet sixteen appearance a year…

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High School, Sports

Girls Soccer: Esko & Proctor Pick Up Home Wins, Duluth Denfeld Falls Short to Roseville

Esko is back at home on Wednesday, August 27th against Cloquet-Carlton. 
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team held their home opener on Monday night as they took on East Grand Forks. They end up defending their home turf, defeating the Green Wave 3-1 to improve to 2-0. Esko is back at home on Wednesday, August 27th against Cloquet-Carlton. Game time is at 3 p.m. Over in Proctor, the Rails hosted…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Steelers Release Former UMD Offensive Lineman Aiden Williams

Williams is now free to sign with any of the other 31 NFL teams or could revert back to Pittsburgh's practice squad.
Neil Vierzba,

PITTSBURGH, Penn.- Former UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams’ dream of making an NFL roster has hit a road block. Ahead of cutdown day on Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Steelers released the guard after originally signing him back on April 26th. Williams played in the team’s first preseason game against the Jaguars on August 9th. But was sidelined for the next two…

St. Scholastica Announces 2025 Hall Of Fame Class
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Class

Six individuals will be inducted in a ceremony on October 11th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica has announced their 2025 Hall of Fame class. Six individuals will be inducted in a ceremony on October 11th. They are Kelsey Peterson, who is the all-time goals and points leader for the women’s soccer team. Tom Lyscio, a UMAC champion thrower on the men’s track and field team. Nina Waidacher, a member of the women’s…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Girls Soccer: Duluth East Improves to 2-0, Denfeld Shuts Out Grand Rapids

Opening week for prep soccer in Minnesota continued on Friday afternoon.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the Duluth East and Duluth Denfeld girls soccer teams picked up home wins on Friday afternoon. The Greyhounds improved to 2-0 on the season by defeating Woodbury 2-0. Julia Davis and Darby Friday were the goal-scorers for Duluth East. Duluth East will next host Roseville on Tuesday. Across town, Duluth Denfeld blanked Grand Rapids 4-0 in their…

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High School, Sports

Prep Soccer: Duluth Marshall & Duluth East Boys, Cloquet-Carlton Girls Fall in Season Openers

Thursday was the first day that prep soccer teams in Minnesota could play regular season games.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Thursday was the first day that prep soccer teams in Minnesota could play regular season games. In 7A, the defending section champions Duluth Marshall saw a three-goal lead slip away to St. Francis, falling 4 to 3. Benson Peterson had all three goals for the Hilltoppers. In other boys action, Duluth East is shutout by Blaine, 2-0. Over…

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High School, Sports

Hermantown Football Aiming to Prove 2024 Season Was Not Just a One-Time Occurrence

Hermantown kicks off the regular season a week from Friday, hosting Duluth Denfeld at 7 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The 2024 season for the Hermantown football team was one to remember. A 9-2 overall record, which included a state quarterfinal appearance. But with the start of their 2025 campaign on the horizon, the team is all about carving their own path. Hermantown does have a number of returners this year after only graduating eight seniors. Those back…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth’s Buckner & Former Saint Clarke Set to Officiate at 2026 Winter Olympic Games

The two most recently served as PWHL officials.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two with ties to Duluth will serve as women’s hockey officials in the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Duluth native Sarah Buckner and former St. Scholastica Saint Alex Clarke are set to travel to Italy in February. The two most recently served as PWHL officials and have each climbed up the ranks. For Clarke, this will be her 2nd…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Megan Gustafson Releases New Book “Pancake’s Passport”

It's a children's book inspired by her overseas experience with her own corgi, Pancake.
Neil Vierzba,

PORT WING, Wis.- We know Port Wing native Megan Gustafson can get it done on the basketball court. But did you know she’s now an author? On Wednesday, Gustafson’s book titled “Pancake’s Passport” was released. It’s a children’s book inspired by her overseas experience with her own corgi, Pancake. Her dog has been a calming peace for her and she…

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College, Sports

CSS Women’s Soccer Names Breanna Nelson as New Assistant Coach

Nelson comes from Concordia- Moorhead, where she was an assistant for the Cobbers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s soccer team has added a former MIAC foe to their coaching staff. Breanna Nelson is the team’s new assistant coach and goalkeeper coach. She comes from Concordia- Moorhead, where she was an assistant for the Cobbers. Nelson also suited up for Concordia-Moorhead during her playing days. She was a three-year captain for the team….

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Professional Sports, Sports

USA Curling Coach Phill Drobnick Says 2026 Season Will Be His Last

He's spent a total of 20 years leading multiple teams, that included the 2018 Gold Medal squad.
Neil Vierzba,

EVELETH, Minn.- USA Curling has undergone some changes in recent years and that will continue after the 2026 season. Phill Drobnick has announced that this year will be his last coaching. He’s spent a total of 20 years leading multiple teams, that included the 2018 Gold Medal squad. Drobnick said in a social media post that the time is right…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Names Track After Longtime Coach & Community Leader Dan Conway

A sign honoring Conway has been installed at the stadium.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The track at SCCU Stadium in Superior has a new name. On Tuesday, the school announced that they are dedicating the track in honor of former coach, mentor, and community leader, Dan Conway. Conway began his journey at UWS, where he was a sprinter for track and a halfback for the football team. He then went on to…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Neal Pionk Invited to U.S. Olympic Men’s Hockey Orientation Camp

The camp takes place August 26th-27th in Plymouth, Michigan.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A Hermantown native will get the chance to impress the U.S. Men’s Olympic higher-ups later this month. Neal Pionk was one of 44 players invited to participate at the U.S. Olympic Orientation Camp. The camp is more so an administrative and team-building event and includes no formal on-ice activity or public component. Pionk just wrapped up his 8th…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog McKenzie Revering Joins St. Scholastica Women’s Hockey Coaching Staff

Over the course of four years, Revering appeared in 112 games for UMD and tallied 4 points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another former Bulldog has joined the St. Scholastica coaching staff. McKenzie Revering is the Saints new assistant coach. She’ll work with her former teammate Sydney Brodt, who was named as Scholastica’s new head coach earlier this off-season. Over the course of four years, Revering appeared in 112 games for UMD and tallied 4 points. She last coached for…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Soccer Relying On Veterans to Help Turn the Corner

The Bulldogs went just 2-12-3 a year ago, finishing 11th in the NSIC.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The beauty of a new season means every team is in the same boat. A 0-0 record and a chance to improve on what happened the year prior. The UMD soccer team is one of those squads that’s hoping for some different results heading into their 2025 campaign. The Bulldogs went just 2-12-3 a year ago, finishing 11th…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Set Sights High Ahead of New Year

UMD's first invitational is September 12th in River Falls.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s and women’s cross country teams officially began their seasons on Monday. Both squads are coming off respectful finishes in 2024 as each team had a top 4 finish in the NSIC and a top 14 finish in the central region. Head Coach Brette Jensen detailed what the team’s goals are for this year plus what…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Welcomes Nine New Freshman to Roster

UMD will head to Illinois on September 5th to take part in the McKendree Invitational.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- When the UMD volleyball team began practice on Monday, there was plenty of introductions being had. The Bulldogs welcome in nine freshman this season to pair with the seven returners that they already have on their roster. After finishing 10th in a tough NSIC conference last season, the Bulldogs know they have to get on the same page…

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High School, Sports

Proctor Football Hoping Experience & Numbers Lead to Bounce Back Season

Proctor begins the regular season August 29th at home versus Mora.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor football team is coming off a tough season. With a decent amount of youth stepping into bigger roles, the Rails went 0-8 in 2024. They even had to forfeit a Week 4 contest against Two Harbors due to a number of players being out with injuries. Better things are ahead for the Rails though as they…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Greg Anderson Picks Up 4th Career Win at Brainerd International Raceway

Anderson ran a time of 6.551, traveling at 206.86 miles per hour.
Neil Vierzba,

BRAINERD, Minn.- It was a successful weekend for Duluth native Greg Anderson. Racing at the Lucas Oil Nationals at the Brainerd International Raceway, Anderson bested his teammate Dallas Glenn in the championship run to pick up his 4th career victory at the B-I-R. Anderson ran a time of 6.551, traveling at 206.86 miles per hour. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

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Northwoods League, Sports

Costly Error Sinks Huskies’ Title Hopes in World Series Against Rockers

Duluth is now 0-5 all-time in World Series games.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies ended their season in heartbreaking fashion on Thursday night. Playing the Green Bay Rockers in the Northwoods League Collegiate World Series, Duluth came back twice and even had a 8 to 4 lead through six innings. However, a three-run 8th plus a costly error in the 9th inning pulled Green Bay ahead for the 10…

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Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies to Clash with Rockers in Search of their First-Ever World Series Title

It's been a three-year wait for the Huskies as they last appeared in the big game in 2022.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s official it’ll be the Green Bay Rockers versus the Duluth Huskies in the Northwoods League Collegiate World Series. It’s been a three-year wait for the Huskies as they last appeared in the big game in 2022. Overall, Duluth has made the World Series four times previously, all of which however have resulted in a loss. Field Manager…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Soccer Picked to Finish 11th in NSIC Conference

UMD is looking to bounce back this season after posting just a 2-12-3 overall record a year ago.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC coaches poll for women’s soccer was released on Thursday morning. Coming in at 11th and earning 84 points was the UMD Bulldogs. UMD is looking to bounce back this season after posting just a 2-12-3 overall record a year ago. Also released was the playersto watch list. That included Bulldogs goalkeeper Kaycee Chavez and junior attacker…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Ravens Waive Former UMD Tight End Sam Pitz

Pitz is now free to sign with any of the other 31 teams in the NFL.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD tight end Sam Pitz is no longer a member of the Baltimore Ravens. Earlier this month, the team waived the Appleton native after originally signing him back on April 26th. Pitz is now free to sign with any of the other 31 teams in the NFL. During his time as a Bulldog, number 0 had 16…

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Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Top MoonDogs to Secure Spot in First World Series Since 2022

The Huskies were led by former Hilltopper Owen Marsolek, who tossed six shutout innings with four strikeouts.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies will get to compete for the Northwoods League’s top prize on Thursday night. Duluth was able to get the best of Mankato on Wednesday, defeating the MoonDogs 4 to 1 in the Great Plains Divisional Championship. The Huskies were led by former Hilltopper Owen Marsolek, who tossed six shutout innings with four strikeouts. This is…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Native Greg Anderson Set to Race at Brainerd International Raceway Once Again

Anderson is chasing his 4th win at the B-I-R.
Neil Vierzba,

BRAINERD, Minn.- For the 3rd straight year, Duluth native Greg Anderson is set to compete at the Brainerd International Raceway for the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals. Anderson achieved a bit of history earlier this season when he became the 2nd NHRA driver ever to reach 1,000 round wins. Currently, he sits 2nd in the standings and is chasing his teammate…

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Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies to Face MoonDogs in Great Plains Divisional Championship

The winner will go on to face the Green Bay Rockers in the Summer Collegiate World Series.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Great Plains Divisional Championship is officially set. On Tuesday, the Mankato MoonDogs defeated the St. Cloud Rox 10 to 4 to set up a showdown with the Huskies. Duluth will play host to Mankato on Wednesday with first pitch scheduled for 6:35 PM. The winner will then go on to face the Green Bay Rockers in the…

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High School, Sports

New Head Coach & New Offense for Esko Football Team in 2025

Esko kicks off their 2025 regular season on August 28th at Pequot Lakes.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- For the first time since the 2016 season, the Esko football team has a new head coach. Jeremy Zywicki officially took the helm earlier this week as the team held their first couple of practices. He’s no stranger though as Zywicki has served as an assistant coach for Esko since 2022. His familiarity with the program plus a…

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High School, Sports

Mirage Defender Taylee Manion Named to U.S Under 18 Roster

Just this past season, Manion tallied four goals and 12 assists in 24 games played for the Mirage.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.-  Mirage defender Taylee Manion was named to the red, white, and blue’s roster on Monday. Manion will suit up for the team’s upcoming summer series against Canada. Just this past season, she tallied four goals and 12 assists in 24 games played for the Mirage. Her first game is Wednesday against Canada. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports

Koi Perich Lands On Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List

Perich is now officially on seven major preseason award watch list's.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Current Minnesota safety Koi Perich has once again been named to a major preseason award watch list. On Monday, Perich landed on the Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List. The award is presented to the college defensive player of the year. If you aren’t keep tracking at home, that’s now seven major preseason award watch list honors for Perich….

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Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Blank Loggers to Secure Spot in Divisional Championship

The Huskies will next face either the St. Cloud Rox or the Mankato MoonDogs in the semifinals on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies are one step closer to the Northwoods League Summer Collegiate World Series. On Monday, Duluth completed the sweep of the La Crosse Loggers in their best of three game first round series, 8 to 0. Sean Waits was dealing on the bump for Duluth as he tossed nine shutout innings and struck out six. The…

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High School, Sports

Restocked Offense Ready to Lead Duluth Denfeld Football

The Hunters kick off their season with a semifinal rematch August 29th at Hermantown.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Monday was the first day that prep football teams in Minnesota were able to have their first practice. One of the teams taking the field were the Duluth Denfeld Hunters, who are coming off another impressive season. Denfeld went 6-4 a year ago and made a section semifinal appearance. A big reason for their success was their ability…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Picked to Finish 8th in NSIC, Guetzkow Named as Player to Watch

The Bulldogs are coming off a 15-11 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC preseason coaches poll for volleyball was announced on Monday morning. Picked to finish 8th in the conference is UMD. The Bulldogs are coming off a 15-11 season. Also announced was the player to watch list. That list included UMD junior right side hitter Madeline Guetzkow. She averaged 2 points and 2 kills per game last year….

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Walljasper & Ames Land On D2Football.Com Elite 100 Watch List

It's the 2nd straight year UMD has had two players named to the list as Sam Pitz and Aiden Williams made it last year.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both UMD quarterback Kyle Walljasper and wideout Deshaun Ames have been named to the D2Football.com Elite 100 watch list. It’s the 2nd straight year UMD has had two players named to the list as Sam Pitz and Aiden Williams made it last year. Both players were all-conference last season in the NSIC. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Mary Kate O’Brien Named to 2025 U.S. Collegiate Select Team

She's the first Bulldog since Mannon McMahon in 2023 to be named to the U.S. Collegiate Select Team.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD forward Mary Kate O’Brien will officially don the red, white, and blue. On Sunday, she was named to the 2025 U.S. Collegiate Select Team. She’ll suit up for Team USA in their three-game series against Canada later this week. She’s the first Bulldog since Mannon McMahon in 2023 to be named to the U.S. Collegiate Select Team….

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High School, Sports

Barnum Boys Basketball Coach Rich Newman to be Inducted into 2025 MBCA Hall of Fame

Newman has led the Bombers since the 1999 season and has over 500 career wins during his tenure.
Neil Vierzba,

BARNUM, Minn.- Current Barnum boys basketball head coach Rich Newman will be inducted into the 2025 MBCA Hall of Fame. Newman has led the Bombers since the 1999 season and has over 500 career wins during his tenure. Jamey Malcomb of the Duluth News Tribune was the first to report Newman’s future induction. The ceremony is set to take place…

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Sports

Superior’s Jessica Lindstrom to Continue Pro Career in France

Lindstrom previously played in the Swedish Basketball League.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior native Jessica Lindstrom is gearing up for her 8th pro season overseas. This year though, she’ll be playing for a new team in France. Lindstrom signed with Toulouse Métropole Basket earlier this summer. She’s coming off a very successful 2024 campaign which resulted in being named MVP, Import Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year,…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Ranked 12th to Start Season

It's the same ranking that the Yellowjackets had when they wrapped up their sweet sixteen finish in November.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s soccer team will enter the year as a ranked team. On Tuesday, in the United Soccer Coaches Preseason Poll, UWS slotted in at number 12. It’s the same ranking that the Yellowjackets had when they wrapped up their sweet sixteen finish in November. Superior will begin their 2025 campaign in just three weeks from Friday…

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Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Clinch 2nd Half Playoff Spot, to Play Loggers in 1st Round

Duluth is guaranteed one home playoff game. That would be game two on Monday at 6:35 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After the Huskies defeated the Honkers 4 to 3 on Tuesday afternoon, the team did some scoreboard watching in the evening. That’s when the Waterloo Bucks took down the Eau Claire Express 11 to 2, clinching a playoff spot for Duluth. So it’ll be the first half champs in the Great Plains East against the 2nd half champs…

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High School, Sports

Superior Football Embracing All Out Competition in Camp

Superior opens the season two weeks from Thursday at Wausau West.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- It hasn’t been the results that the Superior football team has wanted in recent years. But now as the team enters a new season, they’re confident they can make a step forward. Tuesday, marked the beginning of year two for Spartans head coach Rob Scott as the team held their first practices of the season. Coach Scott says…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Picked to Finish 3rd in NSIC Coaches Preseason Poll

UMD received a total of 139 points, which was 28 points behind MSU-Mankato, who was picked to finish first this year.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC Coaches Preseason Poll for football was released on Tuesday. Coming in at 3rd overall, plus a tie for first in the North are the UMD Bulldogs. UMD received a total of 139 points, which was 28 points behind MSU-Mankato, who was picked to finish first this year. In other Bulldog news, quarterback Kyle Walljasper and defensive…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Superior City FC II Set to Clash with New Richmond in WPASL Finals

The last time the Wolfpack was in the title game was in 2021, which resulted in a runner-up finish.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- It’s been a season of firsts for the Superior City FC 2nd team. This past Sunday, the Wolfpack played in their first-ever playoff match against West Metro FC and came away with the one to nothing victory. Now, the team is on the verge of their first WPASL title. Superior will clash with New Richmond on Sunday, a…

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College, Sports

Perich Lands On Paul Hornung Award Watch List

The Esko native is one of 47 players named to the watch list.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- For the 3rd straight day Koi Perich has landed on another watch list. The latest is the Paul Hornung Award, which is given to the most versatile player in college football. The Esko native is one of 47 players named to the watch list. Categories: College, Sports

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High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Superior’s Calvin Anderson to Play College Basketball at UMD

The soon to be senior averaged 23 points per game for the Spartans this past season.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior’s Calvin Anderson has announced the next step in his basketball career. Late Wednesday night, Anderson announced his commitment to UMD. The soon to be senior averaged 23 points per game for the Spartans this past season. He also shot 62 percent while averaging eight rebounds, three assists, and three steals each contest. Categories: High School, Sports, University…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Henderson & Messier Named to Canada’s National Development Team

It's not the first national team stint for both players as they have previously donned a Canada sweater in recent years.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two members of the current UMD women’s hockey team have been named to Canada’s National Development Team. Ashley Messier and Tova Henderson make up the 23 players that are set to represent the Great White North in their upcoming three-game series against Team USA. It’s not the first national team stint for both players as they have previously…

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College, Sports

Koi Perich Named to Jim Thorpe Award Watch List

The award is given to the nation's best defensive back in college football.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- Just a day after he landed on the Nagurski Trophy Watch list, Gophers safety Koi Perich has now been named to the Jim Thorpe Award Watch List. The award is given to the nation’s best defensive back in college football. Perich is one of 35 players recognized on the list. Categories: College, Sports

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Dylan Samberg & Jets Avoid Arbitration, Agree on New Contract

Samberg is now signed through the 2027-2028 season.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- It went down to the wire but former Hermantown Hawk Dylan Samberg and the Winnipeg Jets have avoided arbitration after all. Early Wednesday morning, just hours before the hearing was set to begin, Samberg and the team agreed to a three-year, 17.25 million dollar contract extension. The former UMD Bulldog was originally asking for six million while the…

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College, Sports

Perich Named to Nagurski Trophy Watch List

Perich is one of 60 players named to the list and is the only player from Minnesota.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- If the day ends in d-a-y it’s likely that Esko native and Minnesota safety Koi Perich has racked up another honor. That trend continued Tuesday when Perich landed on the watch list for the Nagurski Trophy. The Nagurski Trophy is given annually to the top defensive player in the country. Perich is one of 60 players named to…

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