Author: Neil Vierzba

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Professional Sports, Sports

2025 Men’s & Women’s Curling National Championships Coming to DECC

It's the first time Minnesota has held a National Championship since 2008 when the Hibbing Curling Club hosted the event.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Curling has become a sport that continues to grow here in the Northland. So it’s no surprise that a major event is coming to the Twin Ports in the beginning of 2025. On Thursday, USA Curling announced that the 2025 Men’s & Women’s National Championships will take place at the DECC. It’s the first time Minnesota has held…

Seeding
High School, Sports

MSHSL Announces Seeding Changes for Basketball & Hockey State Tournaments

The league has adopted a "seed them all" policy for hockey and basketball.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two Minnesota State High School League tournaments will see a change to how they seed teams going forward. Announced earlier this week, the league has adopted a “seed them all” policy for hockey and basketball. That means that all eight teams will be seeded one through eight. Previously, they would seed one through five and have the final…

Baseball
High School, Sports

Cherry Baseball Heading to State Tournament for First Time Since 2008

This is the 3rd time in program history that the Tigers have advanced to the state tournament. (1997, 2008, 2024)
Neil Vierzba,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- The Cherry baseball team needed just one win on Thursday to advance to their first state tournament in 16 years. South Ridge made them work for it though as they took game one 9 to 3 in the Section 7A finals. In game two, the Tigers bounced back for the 4-1 win, snapping the lengthy drought. This is…

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High School, Sports

Moose Lake/Willow River & Proctor Softball Close Out Seasons With Consolation Losses

Proctor finishes the year at 20-6. Meanwhile, Moose Lake/Willow River went 14-11.
Neil Vierzba,

MANKATO, Minn- Both the Moose Lake/Willow River and Proctor softball teams entered Thursday hoping to prolong their seasons in the consolation brackets at state. Unfortunately, Proctor fell short in their first contest of the day, falling 7-4 to Glencoe-Silver Lake in the AA consolation semifinals. Moose Lake on the other hand, topped Northome/Kelliher 12-2 in the A consolation semifinals. That…

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High School, Sports

Northwood/Solon Springs Baseball Draws #3 Seed at State, Will Play #2 Johnson Creek

The game will take place Tuesday, June 11th at Neuroscience Group Field in Grand Chute, Wisconsin.
Neil Vierzba,

MINONG, Wis.- Earlier this week, the Northwood/Solon Springs baseball team punched their first-ever ticket to the state tournament with a 10 to 2 win over Rib Lake in the D4 Sectional Final. On Thursday, they learned their seeding and who their first round opponent will be. The Green Eagles drew the 3rd seed and will match up with 2nd seeded…

Jamnick
High School, Sports

Hibbing/Chisholm Names Alum & Former Assistant Aaron Jamnick as New Head Boys Hockey Coach

Just this past season, the Bluejackets posted a 19-9 record with a Section 7A championship game appearance.
Neil Vierzba,

HIBBING, Minn.- Hibbing/Chisholm has a new boys hockey head coach. But, he’s very familiar to the program. Longtime assistant coach Aaron Jamnick takes over as the lead bench boss after the school board approved his hiring Wednesday evening. Just this past season, the Bluejackets posted a 19-9 record with a Section 7A championship game appearance. Jamnick has been with the…

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High School, Sports

R-T-R Handles Moose Lake/Willow River Softball in Class A Quarterfinals

Moose Lake/Willow River will next face Northome/Kelliher in the consolation bracket. First pitch is at 11:30 AM on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

MANKATO, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River softball team made their 3rd straight state tournament appearance on Wednesday. Their opponent on the other hand was Russell-Tyler-Ruthton, who was making their first-ever trip to state. The Knights showed they were not your average first timers as they came away with the 10 to 0 victory in the A quarterfinals. Moose Lake/Willow River…

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High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Baseball Takes Two from Duluth Denfeld to Claim 4th Straight 7AAA Title

The Thunderhawks have made it to the state tournament now 22 times.
Neil Vierzba,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- The Grand Rapids baseball team entered Wednesday needing two wins against Duluth Denfeld to advance back to the state tournament. The Thunderhawks left no doubt as they took game one 10-0 and game two 2-0 to win the Class AAA section title. Rapids advances to the state tournament for the fourth straight year. It’s also the 22nd time…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Baseball Blanks Esko for Spot in Section 7AA Title Game

Duluth Marshall will face Esko again in the Section 7AA championship on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In the most anticipated rematch in Section 7AA, the Duluth Marshall baseball team once again reigned supreme over Esko on Thursday. In the Section 7AA semifinals, Marshall would put up five runs in the 5th inning and three in the 6th to eventually take down Esko 9-0. Owen Marsolek was stellar on the mound for the Hilltoppers, only…

Proctorsoftball
High School, Sports

St. Agnes Defeats Proctor Softball for 2nd Year in a Row in Class AA Quarterfinals

Proctor now goes to the consolation bracket where they will play Glencoe-Silver Lake on Thursday. First pitch is at 11:30 AM.
Neil Vierzba,

MANKATO, Minn.- The Proctor softball team began state tournament play on Wednesday in Mankato. Unfortunately like last season, their title hopes were dashed by St. Agnes, as they fell to the Aggies 5-0 in the AA quarterfinals. Proctor now goes to the consolation bracket where they will play Glencoe-Silver Lake on Thursday. First pitch is at 11:30 AM. Categories: High…

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High School, Sports

Northwood/Solon Springs Baseball Advances to State for First Time in Program History

The Green Eagles defeated Washburn and Rib Lake to clinch a spot at state.
Neil Vierzba,

BRUCE, Wis.- The Northwood/Solon Springs baseball team entered the day needing two wins to advance to their first-ever state tournament. After a combined no-hitter by Jared Schultz and Isaiah Ahlberg in game one against Washburn in the semifinals, it was onto the sectional finals where they met up with Rib Lake. The Green Eagles took a 4-2 lead heading into…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica Softball Hires Former Player Grace Hadlich as New Assistant Coach

Hadlich just finished up her four-year career with the Saints this past spring.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica softball has added to their coaching staff and it’s a familiar face. Now former player Grace Hadlich has joined the coaching staff. She just finished up her four-year career with the Saints this past spring. During that time, Hadlich played in 136 games and became the all-time leader in hit-by-pitches. She could also hit the ball…

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High School, Sports

Proctor Softball Seeks Redemption in Quarterfinal Matchup Against St. Agnes

The Aggies defeated the Rails 2-1 in last year's quarterfinals.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor softball team has come close to securing the top prize in recent trips to state, that includes a state championship game appearance in 2022. Ultimately now, they’re hoping the 3rd time is the charm as they get set to face St. Agnes in the Class AA quarterfinals on Wednesday. A team Proctor is very familiar with…

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High School, Sports

Moose Lake/Willow River Boasts Experience in 1st Round Contest vs. R-T-R

The Rebels are set to make their 3rd straight state tournament appearance on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

WILLOW RIVER, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River softball team is no stranger to the state tournament in Mankato. The Rebels are set to make their 3rd straight state tournament appearance Wednesday when they clash with Russell-Tyler- Ruthton in the Class A quarterfinals. Moose Lake had a taste of the title game in 2022, before falling to Nicollet 3 to 2….

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High School, Sports

Norsemen Boys Volleyball Falls to Bemidji in Northern Minnesota Section Title Game

The Norsemen finish the year with a 6-2 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown boys volleyball team saw their season come to a close on Monday. Facing Bemidji in the Northern Minnesota section title game, the Norsemen’s rally fell short as Bemidji won the contest in five sets. The scores were: 1st: 28-26, Bemidji 2nd: 25-22, Bemidji 3rd: 25-22, Proctor/Hermantown 4th: 25-22, Proctor/Hermantown 5th: 15-12, Bemidji The Norsemen finish the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

After 9 Seasons at UMD, Maura Crowell Accepts Head Coaching Position at Dartmouth

Crowell had an overall record of 174-115-28 with the Bulldogs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- When the UMD women’s hockey team enters play next season, they’ll be doing so with a new head coach. After nine seasons, Maura Crowell is departing the program and will be the next head coach at Dartmouth College. Crowell led the Bulldogs to four straight NCAA tournament appearances, a NCAA title runner-up finish in 2022, two NCAA Frozen…

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High School, Sports

Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Rallies to Defeat Blaine in Section 7 Quarterfinals, Wolfpack Girls Eliminated

The Wolfpack boys will next host Champlin Park on June 4th at 7 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the Duluth Wolfpack boys and girls lacrosse teams opened postseason play on Thursday. Unfortunately, only one of the teams extended their season. Andover spoiled the festivities a little bit by taking down the Wolfpack girls, 13 to 7. Following that contest, the Wolfpack boys rallied in the 2nd half to defeat Blaine, 9 to 6. The Wolfpack…

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High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Duluth Marshall & Esko to Clash in 7AA Semifinals, Denfeld Clinches Spot in 7AAA Semis

Duluth Marshall and Esko will meet up on June 4th. Denfeld plays Grand Rapids on June 1st.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The anticipated rematch between the Duluth Marshall and Esko baseball teams is now set. After defeating Mora 4 to 0 on Wednesday in the 7AA quarterfinals, the Hilltoppers advanced to the 7AA semifinals. Earlier in the day, Esko rallied after being down 7-1 to defeat Proctor 9-8 in other the quarterfinal game. The two teams will meet up…

Wilderness
Sports

Wilderness Hire Brandon Ferns as GM, Steve Williams as Assistant GM

Ferns takes over for David Boitz, who was promoted to president of operations for the Wilderness.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness have a new general manager and a new assistant general manager. On Wednesday, the team announced the hiring of Brandon Ferns as GM and Steve Williams as assistant GM. Both spent last season with the Chippewa Steel serving as Co-Assistant general managers. Ferns takes over for David Boitz, who was promoted to president of operations…

Hippo
Sports

NA3HL Wilderness Team to Play Home Games at Hippodrome in Eveleth

The Wilderness are set to play 22 games in Eveleth beginning in September.
Neil Vierzba,

EVELETH, Minn.- The NA3HL Minnesota Wilderness team has found their home for the upcoming season. The Wilderness will take over the historic Hippodrome in Eveleth for 22 games. Eveleth City Council approved the agreement on Wednesday. The Hippodrome is set to undergo renovations to the locker rooms and other areas of the arena before the team begins playing games there…

Kelley
College, Sports

Cloquet Native Kendra Kelley Enters Transfer Portal After Four Seasons at NDSU

Just this past season, Kelley ran the fastest 200 meter dash in NDSU history with a time of 23.19.
Neil Vierzba,

FARGO, N.D.- A Cloquet native and track and field standout is looking for her next home. Kendra Kelley announced on her own personal Twitter page that she is entering the transfer portal after four seasons at NDSU. Just this past season, Kelley ran the fastest 200 meter dash in NDSU history with a time of 23.19. She’s also second for…

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High School, Sports

Northwestern Softball Coach Scott Janigo Retires After 15 Seasons at the Helm

During his time, Northwestern won six conference titles, numerous region championships and one sectional title back in 2016.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- A longtime Northwestern softball coach is saying goodbye to the program. Scott Janigo is retiring after leading the Tigers the last 15 seasons. During his time, Northwestern won six conference titles, numerous region championships and one sectional title back in 2016. That 2016 season was a special one as it marked the Tigers first trip to state in…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Six Former UMD Women’s Hockey Players Enter PWHL Draft

The draft is June 10th at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In just 12 days, the PWHL will welcome in their next batch of talent as they hold their annual draft in St. Paul this year. Six former UMD Bulldogs are among those that will hope to hear their name called. Forwards Mannon McMahon, Reece Hunt, Anneke Linser, Michelle Lowenhielm, Naomi Rogge, and lastly goaltender Blanka Skodova have all…

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High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Duluth Marshall, Esko, & Proctor All Advance to 7AA Quarterfinals

Duluth Marshall will host Mora next. As for Esko, they'll battle with Proctor.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Tuesday marked the first day of the Section 7AA baseball tournament. Top seeded Duluth Marshall is in the quarterfinals after defeating Moose Lake/Willow River 12 to 3. They’ll next host Mora on Thursday at 7 PM. On the other side of the bracket, defending state champions, Esko shut out Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin 13-0. Esko is set to clash with Proctor,…

Cec Blax
High School, Sports

C-E-C Boys Lacrosse Edges Duluth Marshall for First-Ever Playoff Win

With the win, the Lumberjacks will next host Centennial in the quarterfinals on Thursday at 7 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team achieved a bit of history on Tuesday. C-E-C defeated Duluth Marshall 7-5 in their first-ever playoff contest. With the win, the Lumberjacks will next host Centennial in the quarterfinals on Thursday at 7 PM. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Moose Lake/Willow River Softball Rallies Past Cherry for Spot in Section 7A Title Game

Moose Lake will next play Cherry again on Thursday in the title game.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River softball team is one step closer to returning to the state tournament. On Tuesday, the Rebels rallied against Cherry to eventually take a 15-5 victory over the Tigers. Moose Lake will next play either Cherry again on Thursday in the title game. First pitch is at 4 PM at Braun Park in Cloquet. Categories:…

Uws Hof
College, Sports

UW-Superior Announces 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame Class

The ceremony will take place on July 20th at the Yellowjacket Union Great Room.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UW-Superior has announced their 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame class. Braden Desmet, Cody Kastern, Sarah Moravchik, Dan Stauber, Rod Daniels, and lastly Jim Rakow are all set to be inducted on July 20th. The ceremony will take place at the Yellowjacket Union Great Room. For more information, click here. Categories: College, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Names Jordan Riewer as New Assistant Coach

Riewer has quite the resume, playing professionally in Croatia and Australia.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team has added a new assistant coach. Former MSU-Moorhead assistant Jordan Riewer has joined the team for the upcoming season. Riewer has quite the resume, playing professionally in Croatia and Australia. Back in his college days, he was named the NSIC Player of the Year in 2014 and 2015 at Moorhead. He also would…

Hain
High School, Professional Sports, Sports

Former Thunderhawk Gavin Hain Re-Signs with Iowa Wild

Hain last suited up for Grand Rapids in 2017.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- A former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk has re-upped with the Iowa Wild. Gavin Hain is heading back to the Wild’s top affiliate on a one-year, two-way contract. Just this past season, he would tally 10 points in 47 games for Iowa. Hain also spent time with the Iowa Heartlanders, where he had two goals in six games. Hain…

Css Throwers
College, Sports

CSS Throwers Beneke & Beseth Earn All-American Honors at D3 Outdoor Nationals

This is the 2nd straight year Beneke has earned All-American status.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend, two St. Scholastica throwers would end their seasons with All-American honors. Competing at the D3 Outdoor Championships, Lily Beneke unleashed a personal best hammer throw of 60.06 meters. That was good enough to place third and once again earn All-American status for the 2nd straight year. On the men’s side, Trent Beseth and his shot…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Eli Bicek Places 14th in Hammer Throw at D2 Outdoor Championships

Bicek ends his college career as a program record holder and the third UMD men's hammer thrower to compete at nationals.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD thrower Eli Bicek was competing on the big stage last week at the D2 Outdoor Championships. Bicek’s best hammer throw of the day was 56.76 meters, which outperformed all of his regular season throws. He would finish 14th overall, tying UMD’s previous best performance at the NCAA Outdoor Championships in hammer throw. Bicek ends his college career…

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Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 5/24

At number one, Duluth FC goalkeeper Ezekiel Foltz gets up to make the insane save against Dakota Fusion FC.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the diamond and on the pitch. At number four, Cloquet softball’s Morgan Olesiak dives to rob a Rock Ridge batter of a hit. At number three, Northwood Solon Springs’ Abe Ahlberg scoops up a grounder and makes the throw to first in one fell swoop. At number two, Duluth Marshall’s…

C Corner
Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Coaches Corner: Tony O’Neil

O'Neil and the Harbor Monsters are set to host the Dallas Falcons in their inaugural game on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Duluth Harbor Monsters Head Coach Tony O’Neil. O’Neil and the Harbor Monsters are set to host the Dallas Falcons in their inaugural game on Saturday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

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Professional Sports, Sports

Harbor Monsters Confident Heading Into Inaugural Game Against Dallas Falcons

Kickoff is at 7 PM at the DECC Arena on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday, the Duluth Harbors Monsters will hit the field for their inaugural game against the Dallas Falcons. The finish line so to speak as the team was announced back in April of 2023. Since then, there’s been tryouts and a training camp in efforts to build a talented roster. Head Coach Tony O’Neil expressed confidence in his…

Umd Whky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Releases Schedule for 2024-2025 Season

In total, the Bulldogs will play 14 games against teams that played in the 2024 NCAA regionals.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team released their schedule for the upcoming season. It all starts on September 21st when they visit the defending national champions, Ohio State. The following weekend will mark their first home series when they take on Syracuse University. The Orange are one of the three non-conference opponents for UMD next year. In total, the…

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High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Proctor & Rush City to Meet in 7AA Semifinals, Rock Ridge Secures Spot in 7AAA Semis

The Tigers and Rails will face off on May 28th in Grand Rapids at 1 PM. Meanwhile, The Wolverines are set to clash with North Branch in Chisago Lakes.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Proctor softball team is one step closer to repeating as Section 7AA champions. On Thursday, the Rails defeated Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin in the quarterfinals, 7 to 1. They’ll next meet Rush City, who topped International Falls 7-6 in the other quarterfinal matchup. The Tigers and Rails will face off on May 28th in Grand Rapids at 1 PM. In…

Wolfpack Glax
High School, Sports

Wolfpack Girls Lacrosse Ends Regular Season By Picking Up 10th Win Over Stealth

Next up for the Wolfpack (10-3) is the section tournament, which begins next week.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack girls lacrosse team ended their regular season with a win on Thursday, defeating Hermantown/Proctor 12 to 4. Next up for the Wolfpack (10-3) is the section tournament, which begins next week. Hermantown/Proctor (2-8) will close out the regular season on Friday at Rocori. Categories: High School, Sports

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Sports

Dakota Fusion FC & Duluth FC Play to 0-0 Draw

Dakota Fusion FC and Duluth FC will meet again on Saturday in Moorhead. Gametime is at 7 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both Dakota Fusion FC and Duluth FC had a hard time finding the back of the net on Wednesday. After a BlueGreens goal was called off in the 26th minute, the two teams would eventually settle for the 0-0 draw. Dakota Fusion FC and Duluth FC (2-1-0) will meet again on Saturday in Moorhead. Gametime is at 7…

Sup Sb
High School, Sports

Superior Softball Handles Eau Claire North in First Round of WIAA Regionals

Superior will travel to play New Richmond on Thursday in the 2nd round.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior softball team is one step closer to returning to Madison for the state tournament. On Wednesday, the Spartans would top Eau Claire North 13-3 in five innings in the first round of the WIAA playoffs. Next up, they’ll travel to New Richmond on Thursday. The Spartans would fall to the Tigers earlier in the season, 9-2…

Aultman
High School, Sports

C-E-C’s Elijah Aultman to Play College Soccer at UW-Superior

Aultman is coming off a season in which he led the Lumberjacks with 20 goals.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- C-E-C senior Elijah Aultman would make it official with UW-Superior Tuesday morning as he announced his commitment to the Yellowjackets. Aultman is coming off a season in which he led the Lumberjacks with 20 goals. He also played a key role in helping C-E-C to the Section 7 AA title the last three years. Categories: High School, Sports

Bicek
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Thrower Eli Bicek to Become 3rd Bulldog to Participate in Outdoor Hammer Throw Championship

Bicek just recently placed first at the NSIC Conference championship.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD senior thrower Eli Bicek ended a 10-year drought, becoming the first men’s Bulldog to qualify for the Outdoor Championships since 2014. When he competes on Thursday, he’ll officially be the 3rd UMD thrower in program history to participate in the outdoor hammer throw championship. Bicek, who recently just placed first at the NSIC conference championship with a…

Css Throwers
College, Sports

CSS Throwers Beneke & Beseth Set to Compete at D3 Outdoor National Championships

This is the 3rd straight year that Beneke has qualified. Beseth has competed in the indoor national championship before.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica throwers Lily Beneke and Trent Beseth have earned plenty of accolades over the course of the season. Later this week, they’ll look to add national champion to that list. The two will be heading to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to compete in the Division III Outdoor National Championships. This is the 3rd straight year that Beneke…

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High School, Sports

Esko & Carlton/Wrenshall Softball Pick Up 1st Round Section Tournament Wins

Each team will next play on Thursday in the 2nd round of their respective tournament.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- Like last year, the Esko softball team would begin section tournament play with a win against Two Harbors on Monday. Esko would top the Agates 15 to 1 to advance to the 2nd round of the 7AA bracket. They’ll next face Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin on Thursday at Braun Park in Cloquet. First pitch is at 10:30 AM. In other section…

Stscholasticasoftball
College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Breuer & Dail Earn All-MIAC Softball Honors

This is the first time Dail has been recognized by the conference. Breuer, on the other hand was an honorable mention last season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica softball had two players earn All-MIAC honors Monday afternoon. Senior shortstop Aislind Dail and senior outfielder Kari Breuer would pick up the accolade. This is the first time Dail has been recognized by the conference. Breuer, on the other hand was an honorable mention last season. Categories: College, Sports

Umd Whky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Adds Former Ms. Minnesota Hockey Winner to Roster

Mobley spent last season with Ohio State. In 39 games played, she would tally 27 points for the Buckeyes.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has added another veteran to their roster. The latest is a former Minnesota Ms. Hockey Award winner in Olivia Mobley. Mobley spent last season with Ohio State. In 39 games played, she would tally 27 points for the Buckeyes. Before her time at Ohio State, she was with Quinnipiac for three seasons. Mobley…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Hudson & Superior Settle for Tie, Grand Rapids Closes Out Regular Season with Win

Both Superior and Grand Rapids will begin postseason play next week.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In their final regular season game, the Superior softball team would tie Hudson 4-4 on Friday. The Spartans (12-6-1) will now shift their focus to the postseason where they will host Eau Claire North on Tuesday, May 21st. First pitch is at 5 PM. In other prep softball action, Grand Rapids would get back to the .500 mark…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 5/17

At number one, Superior baseball's Owen Blomfeldt makes the diving stop and the long throw to Carter Gilbertson's glove at first.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both of this week’s top plays would come on the diamond. At number two, Duluth East softball’s Nysjah Lillis flashes the leather out in center field to rob a Hermantown Hawk of extra bases. At number one, Superior baseball’s Owen Blomfeldt makes the diving stop and the long throw to Carter Gilbertson’s glove at first. Categories: Friday Night…

Bicek
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Eli Bicek Becomes 1st Male Bulldog to Qualify for NCAA Outdoor Championships Since 2014

Bicek just recently placed first in the hammer throw at the NSIC Outdoor Championship.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD thrower Eli Bicek will be heading to the NCAA D2 Outdoor Championships in Emporia, Kansas next week. He’s the first men’s track athlete at UMD to compete at the event since 2014. Bicek just recently placed first in the hammer throw at the NSIC Outdoor Championship. He’ll be set to throw at 12:30 PM on Thursday. We’ll…

R Ridge
High School, Sports

Rock Ridge School Board Declines to Renew Ben Johnson’s Contract

Just this past year, the Wolverines went 20-6-1 before falling to Grand Rapids in the Section 7AA semifinals.
Neil Vierzba,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- Earlier this week, the Rock Ridge school board voted to not renew head boys hockey coach Ben Johnson’s contract. Johnson has been at the helm since the program’s beginning three years ago. Just this past year, the Wolverines went 20-6-1 before falling to Grand Rapids in the Section 7AA semifinals. Categories: High School, Sports

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