Author: Neil Vierzba

Umd Mhky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Receives Commitment From SCSU’s Joe Molenaar Via Transfer Portal

Molenaar's tallied a total of 31 points in four seasons at SCSU.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has received it’s first commitment via the transfer portal. After four seasons with the rival St. Cloud State Huskies, Joe Molenaar has joined the Bulldogs. He’s tallied a total of 31 points in that time and was the assistant captain for the Huskies last season. Molenaar is a Minnetonka native. Categories: College, Sports,…

Wolfpack Blax
High School, Sports

Eastview/Apple Valley Hands Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse First Loss

Duluth falls to 1-1 on the season and will next play at Superior on April 23rd.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In a battle of two unbeatens on Tuesday, Eastview/Apple Valley would reign supreme over the Duluth Wolfpack boys. The Lightning would jump out to a five goal lead after the first quarter and they wouldn’t look back as they won 17 to 1. Duluth falls to 1-1 on the season and will next play at Superior on April…

Rain Game
High School, Sports

Rain Wins as Hunters & Hilltoppers Battle at Windy Wade Stadium

The teams plan to reschedule Tuesday's game for a later date.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall and Duluth Denfeld baseball teams gave it a go on Tuesday for their scheduled game. Ultimately, the rain and wind would win the contest as the game was called off in the bottom of the 1st. Marshall was leading 5-3 at that point. The teams plan to reschedule Tuesday’s game for a later date. Duluth…

Sup Football
High School, Sports

Superior Names Rob Scott as New Head Football Coach

From 2006 to 2021, Scott was an educator at Superior and also held many roles for the football team during that time.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Spartans have a new head football coach. And he’s familiar to the program. Rob Scott returns to lead the team after spending the last three seasons as the head coach at Eau Claire Memorial. From 2006 to 2021, Scott was an educator at Superior and also held many roles for the football team during that time….

Beneke
College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Lily Beneke Claims Back-to-Back MIAC Weekly Honors

This is the 4th time in her career that she's won an outdoor weekly honor.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica’s Lily Beneke went back-to-back, winning the MIAC Outdoor Athlete of the Week honor. Beneke would finish first in the hammer throw and broke the facility and meet records with a toss of 56.20 meters at the Minnesota State open on Saturday. She now holds the fourth best mark in Division three this season. This is the…

Leccia
College, Sports

UWS Sophomore MyKenzie Leccia Named UMAC Softball Player of the Week

Leccia currently leads the team in batting average, OPS, doubles, home runs, and runs batted in.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UWS sophomore MyKenzie Leccia had a monster week for the Yellowjackets. As a result, she’s been named the UMAC Softball Player of the Week. Leccia went 10 for 15 at the plate, posting a batting average of .667. She would also have 14 runs batted in. Leccia currently leads the team in batting average, OPS, doubles, home runs,…

Stealth
High School, Sports

Boys Lacrosse: Stealth Protect Home Turf By Handling Superior

The Stealth (1-0) will next play at Grand Rapids/Greenway on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown/Proctor Stealth opened up their season on Monday, defeating Superior 17 to 2 in their home opener. Hermantown/Proctor would lead by 11 at the half. The Stealth (1-0) will next play at Grand Rapids/Greenway on Thursday. As for the Superior, they’ll play at Cloquet on April 22nd. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Making Final Preparations Leading Up to Bemidji State Scrimmage, Team Also Names Six Captains

Hennessey and the Bulldogs hit the field at 4 PM on Wednesday to battle the Beavers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- 12 practices down, one to go for the UMD football team in the spring portion of their season. Of course, that one is their annual spring game. But this year, there’s a change as they will hit someone other than themselves on Wednesday, when they welcome in Bemidji State for a joint practice and scrimmage. It’s the first…

Bergstrom
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Defender Paula Bergstrom Joins Frolunda of Swedish Women’s Hockey League

In her lone season at UMD, Bergstrom would tally four points, all of which were on assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Her time may be done with the Bulldogs but UMD senior defender Paula Bergstrom still has plenty of hockey in her career to look forward to. On Monday, Bergstrom joined Frolunda, a team in the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. In her lone season at UMD, Bergstrom would tally four points, all of which were on assists. Prior to…

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Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays: 4/12

At number one, Solon Springs' Isaiah Kastern crashes the hoop for the put-back jam in Wednesday's DAYBA Border Battle.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both the softball diamond and on the hardwood. At number three, UW-Superior’s Mykenzie Leccia slides on her knees to rob a Blue Devil of an extra base hit. At number two, Hermantown’s Bryden Geisen smacks a deep shot to center for a two-run homer in a 11-0 win over Esko. At number…

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Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Lucas Mehelich

The Lumberjacks are in their first-ever season as a varsity program.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse head coach Lucas Mehelich. The Lumberjacks are in their first-ever season as a varsity program. C-E-C would defeat Rocori 10-7 in their inaugural game on Friday. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Handles Big Lake For Season-Opening Victory

This was the 2nd straight year that the Wolfpack have opened the season against the Hornets.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack boys lacrosse team started their season on Friday with a win, topping Big Lake 17 to 1. This was the 2nd straight year that the Wolfpack have opened the season against the Hornets. Duluth (1-0) will next host Eastview/Apple Valley on April 16th. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Superior Rallies Past Rock Ridge, Cloquet Picks Up 1st Win

Superior (2-5) will next play at Cloquet on April 16th. Meanwhile, Cloquet will travel to Rock Ridge on April 15th.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior baseball team would find themselves down 3-0 against Rock Ridge on Friday. But, after putting up one run in the 3rd and three in the 6th, the Spartans would rally past the Wolverines for the 4-3 win. Superior (2-5) will next play at Cloquet on April 16th. Rock Ridge (2-2) will also play Cloquet next on…

Umd Mbb Returners
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Basketball Seniors Andrews, Brown, & Katona to Return For 5th-Year

Statistically, each player has at least 1,300 career points and 530 rebounds.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After making the national tournament the last three seasons, the UMD basketball team received some good news leading up to their pursuit of a 4th straight appearance. Seniors Austin Andrews, Joshua Brown, and Charlie Katona are all set to return next season for their 5th-year. During their time at UMD, the trio have a record of 83 and…

Rhoades
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD 5th-Year Guard Taytum Rhoades Named NSIC Assistant Commissioner For Operations

Rhoades will begin her new duties on June 24th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD 5th-year guard Taytum Rhoades is preparing for life after basketball. On Friday, she was named the new NSIC Assistant Commissioner for Operations. On the court, Rhoades would score 966 points over 142 games, with 522 rebounds and 363 assists. She also was All-NSIC first team this past year for the first time. Off the court, she’s completing…

Aultman Bros
High School, Sports

Jordan & Elijah Aultman to Reunite & Play For Superior Wolfpack This Summer

The duo will be in action on April 21st at Union Eau Claire.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Aultman Brothers are set to be reunited this summer as members of the Superior Wolfpack. Jordan and Elijah have both been named to the roster this week. Jordan was a two-time Lake Superior All-Conference selection during his time at Cloquet-Esko- Carlton. Elijah just wrapped up his final season as a Lumberjack, scoring 20 goals. The duo will…

Mally
College, Sports

Superior City FC Men Add Plenty of Familiar Faces to Roster For 2nd Season

Superior went 6-3-1 last season.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men’s team continues to add to their roster this week for their 2nd full season as a program. Some of the recent additions include their all-time leading goal-scorer in Mally Lumsden. Lumdsden would play collegiately at the College of St. Scholastica. Speaking of the Saints, Finigan Huffington is back with the team after spending…

Lax 411
High School, Sports

Prep Lacrosse: C-E-C & Marshall Boys Win First-Ever Games, Marshall Girls Spoil Superior’s Home Opener

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton, Duluth Marshall, & Superior boys and girls lacrosse teams are in their first seasons.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- On Thursday, four local area teams would have either their first-ever home game or their first-ever inaugural game. For the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys, they played and hosted their first-ever contest against Rocori. After being tied 5-5 at the half, the Lumberjacks would outscore the Spartans 5-2 in the 2nd half to earn their first victory, 10 to 7. Michael…

Cec B Lax
High School, Sports

After Many Years of Club Play, C-E-C Boys Lacrosse Eager for First Season

C-E-C players previously played for the Northern Siege club team.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The sport of lacrosse is becoming more and more popular in the Northland. Just this spring, there are four varsity teams beginning their first-ever seasons. That includes, the Cloquet-Esko- Carlton boys, who have been previously playing for the Northern Siege club for many years. The Lumberjacks are led by head coach Lucas Mehelich, a former lacrosse player himself…

Nchcumdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Forward Kyler Kleven Commits to Niagara University

In three seasons at UMD, Kleven would tally three goals and five assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another former UMD men’s hockey player has found his next college team. Kyler Kleven has joined Niagara University for the upcoming season. In three seasons at UMD, Kleven would tally three goals and five assists. He also sat out the entire 2022-2023 season with a torn labrum. Kleven isn’t the only player on the Purple Eagles roster with…

Megangustafsonlasvegasaces
Professional Sports, Sports

Port Wing Native Megan Gustafson Wins EuroCup with London Lions

Gustafson had 18 points and seven rebounds in the game.
Neil Vierzba,

PORT WING, Wis.- The eventful off-season continues for Port Wing Native Megan Gustafson. On Wednesday, Gustafson and the London Lions would win the EuroCup, taking down Besiktas 81 to 70. Gustafson had 18 points and seven rebounds in the game. London becomes the first British team to win the European title. The EuroCup title isn’t the only thing to happen…

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High School, Sports

Minnesota Girls & Wisconsin Boys Take Bragging Rights at DAYBA Border Battle

Solon Springs' Isaiah Kastern would be named MVP of the boys game after finishing with 28 points.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- For the fourth straight time, the Minnesota girls team would take down the Wisconsin girls in the Annual DAYBA Border Battle on Wednesday. Minnesota would hold a comfortable lead for most of the contest, eventually earning the 121 to 76 victory. Following that game, it was the boys turn. After dropping the last two meetings, the Wisconsin boys…

Esko Sb
High School, Sports

Esko Softball Handles Moose Lake/Willow River for 2nd Win of Season

Esko (2-1) will next host Duluth Marshall and Hermantown in a doubleheader on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko softball team would pick up two wins on Wednesday, including a big victory against Moose Lake/Willow River 20-6. Esko defeated Two Harbors 14 to 0 earlier in the day. Esko (2-1) will next host Duluth Marshall and Hermantown in a doubleheader on Friday. First pitch against the Hilltoppers is at 2 PM. Categories: High School, Sports

Dixon
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Dixon Throws First No-Hitter, UMD Softball Sweeps Minnesota Crookston in Home Opener

Dixon would go five innings, striking out eight in UMD's first game against Minnesota Crookston.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD senior Lauren Dixon would do something on Wednesday that she surprisingly hasn’t done in her softball career. And that is throw a no-hitter. Dixon would go five innings, striking out eight in UMD’s first game against Minnesota Crookston, leading the Bulldogs to the 8-0 win. Following that game, UMD would once again take down the Golden Eagles…

Hockey
High School, Sports

Trio of Northlanders Named to U.S. Under 17 National Team

The three will compete for the team in the USHL, as well as other international tournaments during the 2024-2025 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A trio of Northlanders have been named to the U.S. Under 17 National Team. Hermantown natives Victor Plante and A.J. Francisco, as well as Superior’s Jackson Marthaler were named to the roster on Wednesday afternoon. The NTDP is a two-year residency program that is located at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Michigan. The three will compete for the…

Macleod
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Goaltender Hailey MacLeod Joins Ohio State

MacLeod ended her two-year stint in Duluth on March 20th, when she entered the transfer portal.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD goaltender Hailey MacLeod has found her next team. On Wednesday, she committed to the national champion, Ohio State Buckeyes. MacLeod would play in 19 games for UMD this past season. In those contests, she posted a 11-5-2 record and had a saves percentage of nearly 95 percent. MacLeod ended her two-year stint in Duluth on March…

G Rapids Vs Sup Baseball
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Baseball Opens Season with Shutout Road Victory in Superior

The Thunderhawks were led by Easton Sjostrand, who struck out 10 and would only allow one hit on the mound.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The quest for a 4th straight trip to state began on Tuesday for the Grand Rapids baseball team. In their first game of the season, they would shut out Superior 10-0 in five innings. The Thunderhawks were led by Easton Sjostrand, who struck out 10 and would only allow one hit on the mound. Grand Rapids (1-0) will…

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College, Sports

After 11-Game Win Streak Snapped, UWS Softball Battles Back for Split with UW-Stout

Zoe Thomson would play hero in game two, crushing a two-run walk-off home run.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior softball team would see their 11-game winning streak come to a close on Tuesday as they fell to UW-Stout 5 to 2. The good news is they had a quick turn around as it was a twin bill between the Blue Devils and Yellowjackets. In game two, both teams were deadlocked at 6 in the bottom…

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College, Sports

CSS Softball Drops Two to Augsburg in Home-Opening Series

The St. Scholastica softball team played their first home games on campus on Tuesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica softball team played their first home games on campus on Tuesday. After taking a 2-0 lead over Augsburg in the first game, the Saints would let up four unanswered runs to drop game one 4 to 2. In game two it would once again go the Auggies way by a final of 2-0. CSS (3-17)…

Stejskal
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Goaltender Zach Stejskal Becomes Latest Bulldog to Enter Transfer Portal

Stejskal is the 4th Bulldog this off-season to enter the portal, joining Blake Biondi, Luke Johnson, and Kyler Kleven.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Cohasset native and former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk Zach Stejskal is looking for a new college home. After spending the last four seasons at UMD, Stejskal entered the transfer portal on Tuesday morning. In that time, he would accumulate 22 wins in net and would have a saves percentage of at least 88 percent each season. Stejskal is the…

Kirsch
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Basketball Assistant Ryan Kirsch Named Head Coach at Iowa Central CC

In his two years, he was a part of a staff that guided the Bulldogs to the NCAA tournament twice.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A UMD basketball assistant is moving up the coaching ranks. Ryan Kirsch, who spent the last two seasons at UMD, has accepted the head coach position at Iowa Central Community College. In his two years, he was a part of a staff that guided the Bulldogs to the NCAA tournament twice. UMD was also 52-17 during that time….

Sup G Lax
High School, Sports

Superior Girls Lacrosse Prepping for First-Ever Home Game

Superior's roster is about a 50/50 split of players who have played club lacrosse before or have never played the sport at all.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Back in February, the Superior school board voted to make girls and boys lacrosse a co-curricular sport. Fast forward to now, and the two teams are gearing up for their first-ever home games. The Superior girls squad is led by Dustin Anderson, a former longtime soccer coach who’s also played lacrosse recreationally. His roster is about a 50/50…

Williams Pic
High School, Sports

Northwestern QB Gavin Williams to Play College Football for St. Scholastica

Williams had a total of 4 touchdowns in the 2023 season.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Northwestern Quarterback and safety Gavin Williams will join the St. Scholastica Saints next fall. After dealing with an elbow injury for most of the season, Williams would only play in 3 games for the Tigers. In those contests, he would throw for 296 yards with 3 touchdowns. He also had another score on the ground with 84 yards…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Forward Quinn Olson Signs Pro Deal with Ontario Reign

Olson skated for the Bulldogs for the past five seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A 3rd UMD men’s player is heading to the pros. The latest being Quinn Olson, who signed a deal with the Ontario Reign of the AHL. The Reign are an affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings. Olson skated for the Bulldogs for the past five seasons. His best year wearing a UMD sweater came in the 2021-2022 season…

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

Drew Blair Named Finalist for Trevor Hudgins & Bevo Francis Awards

Both award winners will be announced this upcoming Monday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Drew Blair could end his Bulldog career with some prestigious awards. On Friday, Blair was named a finalist for both the Trevor Hudgins and the Bevo Francis Award. The Stevens point native had quite the last hurrah for UMD as he became the program’s all-time scoring leader with 2,772 points. Blair would also lead the team in points,…

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Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Murray’s OT Goal Lifts Wilderness Past Jr. Blues in Minnesota’s Regular Season Home Finale

With the 1-0 victory, the Wilderness move ahead of the Chippewa Steel for the final spot in the playoffs.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness would close out the home portion of their regular season schedule on Friday with a win. It would take overtime between the Jr. Blues and the Wilderness. But just two minutes in, Nate Murray sent the fans home happy with a game-winning goal. With the 1-0 victory, the Wilderness move ahead of the Chippewa Steel…

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

Wayne State Spoils Home Opener for UMD Baseball Team with Doubleheader Sweep

UMD will once again face Wayne State in a doubleheader on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn,- After 25 games on the road, the UMD baseball team would finally have their home opener on Friday, hosting Wayne State in a doubleheader. Unfortunately, the Wildcats would take both games by a final of 6 to 0 and 4 to 3. In the bottom of the 9th of game two, UMD would strand the game-tying run at…

Wilderness Na3hl
Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Approved to Bring In NA3HL Team

The specific location of the new Wilderness team is still to be determined.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness will soon be bringing another hockey team to Northeastern Minnesota. On Thursday, it was announced that the team was approved for the purchase of the Minnesota Loons, a NA3HL team that is currently based in Breezy Point. Wilderness Owner Barry Bohman plans to move the team and rebrand them as the Minnesota Wilderness of the…

Shep
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Hunter Shepard Recalled by Washington Capitals

Shepard has played in four games this season so far for Washington. In those contests, he's posted a 2-1-1 record with a saves percentage of .894.
Neil Vierzba,

ARLINGTON, V.A.- Cohasset native and former UMD goaltender Hunter Shepard has once again gotten the call-up to the pros. The Capitals recalled Shepard from their AHL affiliate, the Hershey Bears on Thursday The move was made in order to help out with Darcy Kuemper’s ongoing back injury. Shepard has played in four games this season so far for Washington. In…

Umd Whky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Lands Commitment From Quinnipiac Senior Nina Steigauf

The Oakdale native is coming off a career-year with the Bobcats. In 37 games played, she would post 16 goals and 16 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team continues to add to their roster. Earlier this week, they secured a commitment from Quinnipiac senior forward Nina Steigauf. The Oakdale native is coming off a career-year with the Bobcats. In 37 games played, she would post 16 goals and 16 assists. She’s the 2nd known player to join the Bulldogs this off-season….

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High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Duluth East & Duluth Marshall Open Seasons with Wins Against Cloquet

The Greyhounds (1-0) will next face Duluth Denfeld on April 9th. Meanwhile, Marshall (1-0) will next play at Aitkin on April 11th.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- More local area baseball teams would have their season openers on Thursday. In the first game of a doubleheader at Wade Stadium, Duluth East would top Cloquet 7 to 4. The Greyhounds were led by Dylan Cole, who was four for four with two runs batted in. On the mound, Bjorn Lind went four innings with 10 strikeouts….

Wilderness
Sports

Jr. Blues Rally Past Wilderness as Minnesota’s Playoff Chances Take a Hit

The Wilderness will meet up with the Jr. Blues once again on Friday. Puck drop is at 7:15 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- There’s no room for error for the Minnesota Wilderness as they pursue the final spot in the playoffs. On Thursday, the team would suffer a tough loss to the Springfield Jr. Blues, 5 to 4. Springfield scored four unanswered goals after trailing 4-1 in the 2nd period. With the loss, Minnesota remains one point back of the Chippewa…

Sup City Fc Women
Sports

Superior City FC Women Reveal Schedule for Upcoming Season

The Beacons are coming off a UPSL Midwest-West semifinal appearance in their first season.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Two days after their men’s team has released their schedule, the Superior City FC women revealed theirs on Thursday. The Beacons will open up their season on May 12th on the road at Northern Tide FC. 13 days later, they’ll have their home opener against Tonka Fusion. In total, Superior will have six home games and five away…

Ht Bsb
High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Hermantown Puts Up 13 Runs in 6th to Handle Denfeld in Season Opener

After three innings of play, the Hawks would hold a 4 to 3 lead.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the Hermantown and Duluth Denfeld baseball teams would open up their seasons on Wednesday. After three innings of play, the Hawks would hold a 4 to 3 lead. Three innings later, Hermantown put up 13 runs in the 6th to take the eventual 18 to 3 victory. The Hawks (1-0) will next play at Hibbing on April…

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High School, Sports

Lofstrom, Savela, & Zubich Named to MGBCA All-Star Roster

The Rangers head coach Jeff Buffetta and assistant Dawn Savela will also serve as coaches for the games.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Three local senior standouts will get a chance to represent their respective schools one last time. Grand Rapids’ Jessika Lofstrom and Mountain Iron Buhl’s Hali Savela and Jordan Zubich were all named to the roster for the MGBCA All-Star Series. The Rangers head coach Jeff Buffetta and assistant Dawn Savela will also serve as coaches for the games….

Uws Stadium
College, Sports

Construction of Superior Choice Credit Union Stadium to Begin on April 15th

A formal groundbreaking ceremony will take place on April 25th.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Construction of the new Superior Choice Credit Union Stadium on the campus of UWS is set to begin. On April 15th, construction crews will start to begin the process by working on parking areas and a space near Crownhart Hall. A formal groundbreaking ceremony will then take place on April 25th. The stadium is set to be home…

Sup City Fc
Sports

Superior City FC Men Release Schedule for 2nd Full Season

To close out the regular season, Superior will face Duluth FC on July 10th for the first time ever.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men released their schedule for their 2nd full season as a team. Some of the notables include their season opener on April 20th at the Wisconsin Conquerers. 15 days after that, they will have their home opener in a contest against Austin Villa FC. To close out the regular season, they’ll face Duluth FC…

Nchcumdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Loses Kleven & Johnson to Transfer Portal

The two join Blake Biondi, who left for Notre Dame, as Bulldogs that have entered the transfer portal this off-season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has lost two more players to the transfer portal. Forwards Kyler Kleven and Luke Johnson are the lastest to depart the program. In three seasons, Kleven would tally three goals and five assists. He also sat out the entire 2022-2023 season with a torn labrum. For Johnson, he was only with the program…

Umd Whky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Quinn Dunkle Becomes Latest UMD Women’s Hockey Player to Enter Transfer Portal

In her lone season as a Bulldog, Dunkle would skate in 36 games for UMD, tallying just one assist.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team isn’t the only squad dealing with players leaving the portal. As the UMD women’s team lost their fourth player via the portal. That being freshman defenseman Quinn Dunkle. In her lone season as a Bulldog, Dunkle would skate in 36 games for UMD, tallying just one assist. She’s the only defender that the…

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