Author: Neil Vierzba

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Drew Blair Earns NABC D2 All-American Honors, Also Named to D2CCA All-American 2nd Team

Blair was the only player from the NSIC to be recognized by the NABC.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Drew Blair continues to stack up the honors after a successful career at UMD. On Tuesday, Blair earned NABC D2 All-American honors and was also named to the D2CCA All-American 2nd team. Blair was the only player from the NSIC to be recognized by the NABC. He’s also the first Bulldog since Brandon Myer in the 2019-2020 season…

Mcmenamin
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Connor McMenamin Joins Reading Royals of ECHL

In 35 games at UMD, McMenamin would have six goals and 15 assists for a total of 21 points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- 5th-year senior Connor McMenamin is already making the next step in his hockey career. McMenamin has joined the Reading Royals of the ECHL. The Royals are an affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers. McMenamin would only skate in one season for the Bulldogs. In 35 games, he would have six goals and 15 assists for a total of 21…

Peart
High School, Professional Sports, Sports

Former Thunderhawk Jack Peart Inks Deal with Minnesota Wild

Peart just finished up his third year at St. Cloud State.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- After being selected by the Wild back in the 2021 NHL Draft in the 2nd round, Grand Rapids native Jack Peart is ready to join the team. On Tuesday, the defenseman signed a three-year, entry-level deal with the squad. Peart just finished up his third year at St. Cloud State. Before his time with the Huskies, he…

Biondi 2
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown Native Blake Biondi to Play for Notre Dame in Final College Season

In his final year at UMD, Biondi would post 19 points in 34 games of action.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Back on March 20th, Hermantown native Blake Biondi entered the transfer portal, ending his four-year stint at UMD. On Tuesday, Biondi announced his next step and that is a masters degree and one last college season at the University of Notre Dame. In his final year at UMD, Biondi would post 19 points in 34 games of action….

Blair 325
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Drew Blair Named to NABC D2 All Central District First Team

This is the team's first NABC first team honor since Austin Andrews after the 2021-2022 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd time in his career Drew Blair has been recognized for his efforts by the NABC. Blair was named to the NABC D2 All Central District First Team. It was a record breaking season for the Stevens Point native. He would become the men’s all-time leading scorer late in the season. Blair would also finish his…

Harbormonstersreveal
Professional Sports, Sports

Harbor Monsters Reveal Helmets for Inaugural Season, Also Announce Cheer Team Tryouts

The Harbor Monsters first sort of action will come on May 25th when they host the Dallas Falcons in a preseason contest.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- With training camp set to begin in the next week, the Duluth Harbor Monsters showed off their new lids for the upcoming season over the weekend. The helmet is mainly yellow with a lighter blue and darker blue stripe on the top. It also features the team logo on both sides of the helmet. The Harbor Monsters first…

Css Tennis
College, Sports

CSS Junior Jonas Abeleda Named MIAC Tennis Player of the Week

This is the 2nd time in Abeleda's career he has been named MIAC Player of the Week.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A St. Scholastica junior has been named MIAC Tennis Player of the Week. Jonas Abeleda has earned the honor after picking up two points at the number one spot for CSS against St. John’s this past weekend. He would also pick up wins in singles and doubles action facing the Johnnies. This is the 2nd time in Abeleda’s…

Bensteevesfloridapanthers
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Sophomore Forward Ben Steeves Making Jump to Pros with Florida Panthers

In 72 career games, Steeves would have 45 goals and 17 assists for 62 total points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After spending the last two seasons wearing a Bulldog sweater, UMD forward Ben Steeves will soon don a Florida Panthers jersey. On Monday, Steeves signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the NHL club. In 72 career games, he would have 45 goals and 17 assists for 62 total points. Steeves would also lead the Bulldogs in goals in…

Katie Davis
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Senior Forward Katie Davis Becomes 3rd Bulldog to Enter Transfer Portal

In 22 games this season, Davis would tally two goals and two assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has lost another player to the transfer portal. Senior forward Katie Davis is the latest to jump in. She just finished up her fourth year as a Bulldog. In 22 games this season, she would tally two goals and two assists. Her best year at UMD came in the 2022-2023 season, where she…

Cj Ham
Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Native C.J. Ham to Host Thielen Foundation Charity Softball Game

The family friendly event will pit the Vikings offense against the Vikings defense in a home run derby.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- He may not be known for his softball skills but Duluth native C.J. Ham will get a chance to at least show fans what he can do. On May 30th, Ham is set to host the UNRL Charity Softball Game, put on by former Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen and his foundation. The family friendly event will…

Cherrybasketball
High School, Sports

State Basketball: Cherry Advances to Class A State Championship Game

Cherry will next face Fertile-Beltrami in the title game on Saturday. Tip-off is at 11 AM at the Williams Arena.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Cherry boys basketball team continued their march towards a Class A state championship on Friday. In the semifinals, the Tigers would handle the Nevis Tigers by a final of 76 to 58. Cherry was led by Noah Asuma and Isaac Asuma, who each had 20 points in the victory. Cherry will next face Fertile-Beltrami in the title…

Proctor Sb
High School, Sports

Mixed Bag of Veterans & Youth to Lead Proctor Softball Team Into 2024 Season

Proctor returns six of nine starters from a year ago.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor Rails are coming off two straight successful seasons, winning the section 7AA title both years. Even better news for the team this year is they return six of their nine starters from a season ago. And it gets even better because those six starters play multiple positions, making the challenge of finding replacements not as difficult….

Css Pros
College, Professional Sports, Sports

Scholastica’s Bostedt, Johnson, & Severson All Sign with Macon Mayhem

The Mayhem play in the Southern Professional Hockey League.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A trio of St. Scholastica men’s hockey standouts are heading to the SPHL. Goaltender Jack Bostedt and Defenseman Bryce Johnson and Alec Severson have all signed with the Macon Mayhem. Bostedt finished his Saints career with 39 wins, the most by a goaltender in program history. He also won the 2022- 2023 MIAC Defensive Player of the Year…

Gotz
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Senior Defenseman Darian Gotz Wins 2023-2024 NCHC Sportsmanship Award

Gotz is the fourth Bulldog since 2014 to win the sportsmanship award.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In the NCHC, it was the annual awards celebration on Thursday evening in St. Paul. And one Bulldog would take home an award. Senior Defenseman Darian Gotz has won the 2023-2024 NCHC Sportsmanship Award. He’s the first Bulldog since Kobe Roth in 2020 to achieve the honor. The Hermantown native would tally six assists in 37 games of…

Cherrybasketball
High School, Sports

State Basketball: Cherry Rolls Past Russell-Tyler-Ruthton in Class A Quarterfinals

Cherry will next face Nevis on Friday at noon.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The top seeded Cherry Tigers showed why they were given the one seed in Class A on Thursday. In the quarterfinals, Cherry would dominate Russell-Tyler-Ruthton 78 to 46 to advance to Friday’s semifinals. The Tigers were led by Isaiah Asuma, who had 26 points in the victory. Just behind him was Isaac Asuma, who had 20. It was…

Macleod
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bulldogs Lose Sophomores MacLeod & Brunette to Transfer Portal

Both players would spend two seasons in Duluth.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.-The UMD women’s hockey team would lose two to the transfer portal on Wednesday afternoon. That included goalie Hailey MacLeod, who saw plenty of time in net, splitting with Eve Gascon. In 19 games this season, MacLeod would post a record of 11-5-2. She would also have a saves percentage of .948. Joining MacLeod in the portal was forward…

Esko Baseball
High School, Sports

After State Championship Win, Esko Baseball Embracing Challenges of a New Season

Esko said goodbye to eight seniors, including the Minnesota Gatorade Player of the Year Cale Haugen.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The start of a new season means a fresh start and clean slate for all teams. Even coming off a Class AA state championship, the Esko baseball team has the same mentality. Nothing matters in the past, it’s all about moving forward. Esko said goodbye to eight seniors, including the Minnesota Gatorade Player of the Year Cale Haugen….

N College
College, Professional Sports, Sports

Northland College’s Brendan Charlton Signs Pro Deal with Blue Ridge Bobcats

The 5th year senior just wrapped up his Lumberjack career, posting eight goals and seven assists in 77 games played.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College senior forward Brendan Charlton is heading to the pros. Charlton has signed a deal with the Blue Ridge Bobcats of the Federal Prospects Hockey League. The 5th year senior just wrapped up his Lumberjack career, posting eight goals and seven assists in 77 games played. The Bobcats are in their first season in the FPHL and…

Biondi
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown Native Blake Biondi to Leave UMD After Four Seasons

Biondi, who has entered the transfer portal, tallied 58 points in his Bulldog career.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Hermantown forward Blake Biondi is looking for a new college team. On Tuesday, he entered the transfer portal after spending the last four seasons at UMD. In that time, Biondi tallied 58 points, with his best season coming in 2021 and 2022, where he had a career-high 28 points. Number 27 had a bounce back year this…

Lyle Jr
Professional Sports, Sports

Former Greyhound Ricky Lyle Jr. Signs with Toledo Walleye of ECHL

Lyle Jr. just wrapped up his four year collegiate career at Army.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Greyhound has signed his first pro contract. Ricky Lyle Jr. is a now a member of the Toledo Walleye of the ECHL. The Walleye are the farm team of the Detroit Red Wings. Lyle Jr. just wrapped up his four year collegiate career at Army. Over that time, he would tally 62 total points with his…

Cherry Bbb 319
High School, Sports

Unselfish Cherry Tigers Hoping 3rd Times the Charm at State Tournament

The Tigers have won their last 21 games and are on their way to their 3rd straight state tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

IRON JUNCTION, Minn.- There’s a saying in all sports where sometimes it just takes getting hot at the right time. But, for the Cherry boys basketball team they’ve been on fire since the new year. The Tigers have won their last 21 games and are on their way to their 3rd straight state tournament. A big reason for their success…

Denfeld Fb Commits
High School, Sports

Denfeld’s Mace Brooks & Luke Pearson to Play College Football at Concordia

The pair played key parts in helping lead the 7-2 Hunters to the Section 7AAAA semifinals.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of Duluth Denfeld Hunters are both heading to Concordia-Moorhead next fall. Quarterback Mace Brooks and Running Back Luke Pearson have each committed to the Cobbers in recent days. Brooks would tally seven total touchdowns and was an All-District honorable mention. Pearson was All-Section and All-District as he would have four touchdowns in 2023. The pair played…

Sup Sball
High School, Sports

Superior Softball Begins Season with New Head Coach Bobbijean Gidley

The Spartans are coming off a state championship runner-up finish in 2023.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Coming off their state championship runner-up finish, the Superior softball team was back on the practice field on Monday to begin their 2024 campaign. Its been an off-season of changes for the squad. The big one being Bobbijean Gidley replacing Mike Sather, who retired, as the team’s head coach. They’re also tasked with making a lineup without the…

Zubich
High School, Sports

Jordan Zubich Lands In Final Top 5 for Miss Basketball Award

Zubich would average almost 28 points per game for the Rangers this past season.
Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- Cherry’s Isaac Asuma isn’t the only local finalist for the Mr. & Miss Basketball Award in Minnesota. Mountain Iron-Buhl’s Jordan Zubich cracked the top five for the Miss Basketball Award. She’s coming off a season in which she led MIB to the Class A title game. Zubich would average almost 28 points per game for the Rangers…

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High School, Sports

Cherry Draws #1 Seed at State, Asuma A Finalist for Mr. Basketball Award

The Tigers will play Russell-Tyler-Ruthton on Thursday at the Target Center.
Neil Vierzba,

IRON JUNCTION, Minn.- It’s been an eventful few days for the Cherry boys basketball team. On Friday, the Tigers won their 3rd straight straight section 7A title game, topping Mountain Iron-Buhl. Then on Sunday, there were a few headlines surrounding the team. First, was their seeding at state. Cherry drew the top seed in Class A and will match up…

Hockey
High School, Sports

Four Northlanders to Participate in U.S. NTDP Evaluation Camp

Hermantown's Victor Plante and AJ Francisco, Superior's JJ Marthaler, and Duluth Marshall's Kaenan Smith are all scheduled to participate.
Neil Vierzba,

PLYMOUTH, Mich.- 47 players were invited to the U.S. National Team Development Progam Evaluation Camp. 4 of which have ties to the Northland. That includes Hermantown’s Victor Plante and AJ Francisco, Superior’s JJ Marthaler, and lastly Duluth Marshall’s Kaenan Smith. Those four will head to Plymouth, Michigan later this week to participate in on-ice practices, off-ice training and a six-game…

Drew Blair
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Drew Blair Lands On D2CCA All Central Region First Team, Cracks Top 25 for Bevo Francis Award

Blair averaged almost 23 points per game for the Bulldogs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- His time at UMD may have come to an end. But, UMD fifth-year guard Drew Blair is going out with some honors. On Friday, Blair was named to the D2CCA All-Central Region First Team. Blair averaged almost 23 points per game for the Bulldogs. He also shot 49 percent from the field. The Stevens Point native also was…

Schelonka
College, Sports

Scholastica’s Jake Schelonka Named MIAC Player of the Week

Schelonka batted .474 with 4 home runs and 10 RBI's this past week in Florida.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica fifth year outfielder and pitcher Jake Schelonka has been named MIAC Player of the Week for the first time this season. Schelonka led the Saints to a 5-0 record in Florida this past week. He also batted .474 with 4 home runs and 10 RBI’s. Schelonka and the Saints, who have won their last nine, are…

Duluth Fc
Sports

Duluth FC Releases Schedule for Upcoming Season

Duluth FC will host Joy AC on May 15th in their home opener.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Soon it will be soccer season and just recently Duluth FC released their schedule for their upcoming campaign. Some of the notables include their season opener on Tuesday, when they face Forward Madison FC in U.S. Open Cup play. Their next action after that will come on May 15th when they host Joy AC in their home opener….

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Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Todd Bouchie

Bouchie has been with the Saints since the 2005 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we were joined by St. Scholastica head men’s & women’s track and field coach, Todd Bouchie. The Saints just closed out the indoor portion of their schedule which included some achieving all-american status. Bouchie has been with the Saints since the 2005 season. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Cherrybasketball
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Cherry Boys Basketball Punches Ticket to State for 3rd Straight Year

The Tigers will learn who their first round opponent at state will be over the weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

HIBBING, Minn.- The Cherry boys basketball team is once again making their way to Minneapolis for the state tournament. On Friday, the Tigers would defeat Mountain Iron-Buhl 99 to 55 in the Section 7A title game. This is the 3rd straight year that Cherry has won the section. The Tigers will learn who their first round opponent at state will…

Rock Ridge Section Championship
High School, Sports

Rock Ridge’s First State Tournament Ends in AAA Consolation Title Game Loss

Rock Ridge finishes the season with a 27-5 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Rock Ridge girls basketball team would see their season end on Friday, falling to St. Peter 61 to 34 in the AAA consolation title game. The Wolverines were making their first-ever state tournament appearance. Rock Ridge finishes the season with a 27-5 overall record. Categories: High School, Sports

Mountainironbuhlbasketball
High School, Sports

State Basketball: MIB Girls Heading to Class A Title Game for 2nd Straight Year

Mountain Iron-Buhl will next face top seeded Goodhue in the title game on Saturday. Tip-off is at 12 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team will get a chance to defend their Class A state title on Saturday. On Friday, the Rangers would handle Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart in the semifinals, 69 to 50. MIB was led by Jordan Zubich, who had 31 points in the victory. Mountain Iron-Buhl will next face top seeded Goodhue in the title game…

S Springs Bbb 315
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Solon Springs Boys Basketball Sees Season End in D5 State Semifinals

Solon Springs finishes the season with a 27-3 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

MADISON, Wis.- Making their first ever state tournament appearance on Friday, the Solon Springs boys basketball team would battle Columbus Catholic in the Division 5 state semifinals. The Eagles would start off strong, holding a 36 to 32 lead going into halftime. Sadly in the 2nd half it was a different story as the Dons outscored Solon Springs 46 to…

Umdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

McMahon’s Double OT Goal Lifts UMD Past UCONN to Regional Final

UMD will next meet Ohio State in the regional final on Saturday. Puck drop is at 3 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

COLUMBUS, Ohio.- It would take double overtime to decide a winner between UCONN and the UMD women’s hockey team on Thursday in the NCAA first round. With under 3 minutes to go, Mannon McMahon would net the first and only goal to lift UMD past the Huskies 1-0. Eve Gascon would have a shutout in net, stopping all 33 shots…

Umd Mbb 314
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Armed with Experience, UMD Men’s Basketball Set for 3rd Go at NCAA Tournament

The madness begins on Saturday for the Bulldogs as they'll match up with Fort Hayes State, based out of the MIAA conference, in the first round.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This isn’t the UMD men’s basketball team’s first rodeo at the NCAA tournament. As a matter of fact, it’s their 3rd straight appearance in the big dance. The madness begins on Saturday for the Bulldogs as they’ll match up with Fort Hayes State, based out of the MIAA conference, in the first round. Both teams had similiar endings…

Rock Ridge Girls Basketball
High School, Sports

State Basketball: Rock Ridge Picks Up 1st Win at State, Advance to Consolation Title Game

The Wolverines now are in the consolation title game and will next play St. Peter on Friday at 4 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Rock Ridge girls basketball team extended their season on Thursday, defeating Totino-Grace 55 to 39 in the Class AAA consolation semifinals. The Wolverines now are in the consolation title game and will next play St. Peter on Friday at 4 PM. Categories: High School, Sports

Mountainironbuhlbasketball
High School, Sports

State Basketball: MIB Girls Roll Past Walker-Hackensack-Akeley for Class A Semifinal Berth

MIB now advances to the semifinals on Friday. They'll play Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart at 2 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Moutain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team opened up state tournament play on Thursday, topping Walker-Hackensack-Akeley 71 to 36 in the Class A quarterfinals. The Rangers were led by Jordan Zubich, who had 20 points in the win. Right behind her was teammate Anna Neyens, who had 18. MIB now advances to the semifinals on Friday. They’ll play Buffalo…

Esko Bbb
High School, Sports

Boys Basketball: Esko Handles Moose Lake-Willow River to Advance to Section 7AA Finals

Esko will next face Pequot Lakes in the section championship on Friday at 6 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Esko boys basketball team is one step closer to making the state tournament. On Wednesday, Esko would top Moose Lake-Willow River 89 to 65 in the section 7AA semifinals. They’ll next face Pequot Lakes in the section championship on Friday at 6 PM. In other boys action, Cherry would defeat Fon Du Lac Ojibwe 114 to 55…

Rockridgevsalexandriabasketball
High School, Sports

State Basketball: Rock Ridge Girls Fall to Alexandria in State Tournament Debut

The Wolverines were led by Anna Westby, who had 20 points in the contest.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Rock Ridge girls basketball team’s title hopes came to an end on Wednesday, as the Wolverines would fall to Alexandria 67 to 50 in the AAA quarterfinals. Rock Ridge would only trail 27-24 at the break. Then, the Cardinals would outscore them 40 to 26 in the 2nd half. The Wolverines were led by Anna Westby, who…

Umd Whky 313
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#8 UMD Women’s Hockey Gearing Up for Clash with #9 UCONN in NCAA Tournament

All-time Crowell and company are 5-4 in the NCAA tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the fourth straight season, the UMD women’s hockey team has found themselves in the national tournament. They’ll look to keep a perfect record in the regional round on Thursday when they head to Columbus to battle 9th ranked UCONN. The Huskies are the Hockey East regular season and tournament champions. Head Coach Maura Crowell has taken an…

Umd Mhky 313
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Looks to Extend Season Against #3 Denver

UMD will likely need to win out in order to make the national tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Nearly a month ago, the UMD men’s hockey team and Denver would meet for a two game series at AMSOIL. The Bulldogs would play the Pioneers tough but ultimately drop both games 4 to 5 and 2 to 5. Now, both teams are gearing up to square off again but this time it’s in the NCHC quarterfinals. UMD…

Asg
High School, Sports

Iron Range Boys & Duluth Girls Take Bragging Rights at Essentia Health All-Star Games

The 25th annual Essentia Health High School All-Star Games would take place on Tuesday at the Heritage Center.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 25th annual Essentia Health High School All-Star Games would take place on Tuesday at the Heritage Center. The Duluth girls would improve their all-time record to 2-0 against the Iron Range with the 9 to 4 victory to start the night. Duluth Marshall’s Ilsa Lindaman would be named MVP of the contest. Following that game, it was…

Mib 312
High School, Sports

Mountain Iron-Buhl Girls Basketball Ready to Defend Class A State Title

In their lone regular season matchup against the Wolves, it was all Rangers as they came away with the 76 to 39 victory.
Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- In just two days, the Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team will tip things off against Walker-Hackensack-Akeley in the Class A quarterfinals. In their lone regular season matchup against the Wolves, it was all Rangers as they came away with the 76 to 39 victory. Head Coach Jeff Buffetta though knows that their opponent has improved and so…

R Ridge
High School, Sports

Rock Ridge Girls Hoops Set to Make State Tournament Debut on Wednesday

The Wolverines have yet to see the Cardinals in their two years of existence.
Neil Vierzba,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- The Rock Ridge girls basketball team is less than 24 hours away from making their state debut against Alexandria in the AAA quarterfinals. The Wolverines have yet to see the Cardinals in their two years of existence. No matter what happens going forward for the team, head coach Byron Negen says making the tourney is special and he…

Nchcumdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

After Successful Weekend, Steeves & Pionk Secure Last NCHC Weekly Awards

The duo would each have four point weekends.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NCHC had their final weekly awards for the season on Monday. After completing the sweep of 17th ranked St. Cloud, UMD had two players getting honors. Sophomore Ben Steeves was named Forward of the Week and freshman Aaron Pionk was named Defenseman of the Week. The duo would each have four point weekends. Now, it’s on to…

Patten
College, Sports

CSS Freshman Dane Patten Earns 2nd MIAC Tennis Player of the Week Honor

Patten is currently on a nine game singles match winning streak.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholatica freshman Dane Patten has picked up another MIAC Tennis Athlete of the Week award. Patten had some solid outings down in Florida, earning a number three singles win against Concordia-Wisconsin and a number one singles victory versus Edgewood. Patten is currently on a nine game singles match winning streak. CSS continues their Florida trip on Tuesday…

Css Track Web
College, Sports

CSS Men’s Distance Medley Relay Team Achieves All-American Status

Lars Dewall, Noah Kubicek, Tucker Wallin, and Calvin Boone would take 6th out of 12 teams.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a successful weekend for the St. Scholastica men’s distance medley relay team. Competing at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships, Lars Dewall, Noah Kubicek, Tucker Wallin, and Calvin Boone would take 6th out of 12 teams. With their time of 9:52:01, they would all earn all-american honors. The four also were the first relay team…

Dixon
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball’s Lauren Dixon Named NSIC Pitcher of the Week

Dixon currently leads the NSIC in strikeouts with 140 and wins with 10 on the year so far.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD ace Lauren Dixon has earned her first NSIC Pitcher of the Week honor this season. Dixon would go 4-0 in five appearances at the Spring Games in Florida. She would record 27 strikeouts in 32 innings of work. Dixon also had an impressive 0.66 ERA allowing just three runs on 15 hits. Dixon currently leads the NSIC…

Umd Mbb 311
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Bound for 3rd Straight National Tournament

UMD drew the 3rd seed in the central region and will match up with the 6th seed, Fort Hays State in the quarterfinals.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team is dancing for the 3rd straight year. Late Sunday night, the Bulldogs heard their name called for the Division II NCAA tournament. UMD drew the 3rd seed in the central region and will match up with the 6th seed, Fort Hays State in the quarterfinals. The Tigers come from the MIAA conference and…

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