Author: Neil Vierzba

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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…

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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…

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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,…

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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:…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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

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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

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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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College, Sports

UW-Superior Softball Sees Season End in NCAA Regional Loss to Bethel

UW-Superior finishes the year with a 26-15 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

PELLA, Iowa.- The UW-Superior softball team’s season came to a close on Friday as they were eliminated by Bethel 10 to 3. Zoe Thomson gave the Yellowjackets a jolt in the bottom of the first with a two-run homer. But UWS’ bats would be mostly silent until the bottom of the 7th, where they would add one more run. UW-Superior…

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High School, Sports

Superior Girls Soccer Edges Chippewa Falls in High-Scoring Affair

The Spartans improve to 5-6-1 and will next play at Hayward on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team and Chippewa Falls would combine for 10 goals on Thursday night. In the end, the Spartans were victorious as they came away with the 6 to 4 win. Superior would have a 3-1 lead at the break. Anna Manion had three goals to lead the team offensively. Brynn Johnson would have two. The…

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Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Re-Sign Former Greyhounds Vos & Cole for Upcoming Season

The Huskies first game is May 27th at the Badlands Big Sticks.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two familiar faces will be back with the Duluth Huskies this summer. The team announced Thursday that they have re-signed former Duluth East Greyhounds Ethan Cole and Joe Vos. Cole just wrapped up his junior season at UMD. In 49 games, he clubbed 10 home runs and had 36 runs batted in for the Bulldogs. Vos, who plays…

Beseth
College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Trent Beseth Wins 2024 MIAC Outdoor Field Athlete of the Year Award

Beseth is the first Saint to win a major MIAC award since the school joined the conference in 2022.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica thrower Trent Beseth has been named the 2024 MIAC Outdoor Field Athlete of the Year. He’s the first Saint to win a major MIAC award since the school joined the conference in 2022. Beseth was the champion in the discus throw and would place 2nd in the shot put and 3rd in the hammer throw to…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica Football to Head to Winnipeg for Exhibition Game

The St. Scholastica football team will be heading to Canada for the first time since 2013.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica football team will be heading to Canada for the first time since 2013. The Saints will face the Winnipeg Rifles on Saturday in an exhibition game. Every three years, an NCAA football team is allowed to play an international game. The Rifles are in the Canadian Junior Football League, which is a post high school…

Uws Baseball
College, Sports

Five UW-Superior Baseball Players Pick Up All-UMAC First-Team Honors

This is the 3rd time Fuguere has made the team and the 2nd for Steiner.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Five UWS baseball players would be named to the All-UMAC first team on Wednesday. They are senior Isaac Fugere, juniors Payton Steiner and Ethan Coady, Sophomore Aiden Pfeifer, and lastly freshman Zach Romans. This is the 3rd time Fuguere has made the team and the 2nd for Steiner. UWS finished the year with an overall record of 22-19,…

Uwsuperiorsoftball
College, Sports

UWS Softball Drops NCAA Regional Opener to Central, Faces Elimination Friday

The UWS softball team would make their sixth national tournament appearance in program history on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

PELLA, Iowa.- The UWS softball team would make their sixth national tournament appearance in program history on Thursday. Unfortunately, the host team Central made it tough for the Yellowjackets as UWS would fall 10-2. UWS was led by Larissa Snyder, who went 3 for 3 with a home run in the contest. Next up is an elimination game against Bethel…

Duluth Fc
Sports

Duluth FC Shuts Out Joy AC 3-0 for Home-Opening Victory

Duluth FC (1-1) will next be in action on Saturday when they host Siouxland United.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC was back on their home field on Wednesday, picking up a 3-0 win over Joy Athletic Club. Tyler Limmer led the BlueGreens with two goals in the contest. Felipe Santos had the other goal for the team. Duluth FC (1-1) will next be in action on Saturday when they host Siouxland United. The game is at…

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High School, Sports

Duluth East Softball Uses Four-Run 2nd Inning to Top Hermantown

Duluth East improves to 4-13 and will next play at Cambridge-Isanti on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East softball team picked up their 2nd straight win on Wednesday, defeating Hermantown at home 5 to 2. The Greyhounds would put up four runs in the 2nd inning after trailing by one after one inning of play. Duluth East improves to 4-13 and will next play at Cambridge-Isanti on Friday. Meanwhile, Hermantown (4-8) awaits for…

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