Author: Neil Vierzba

Walljasper
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Kyle Walljasper Named Finalist for 2023 Harlon Hill Trophy

This past season, Walljasper had 39 total touchdowns, which was the 2nd most touchdowns in a single season in program history.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After the breakout season he had, it’s no surprise that UMD sophomore quarterback Kyle Walljasper is being rewarded for his efforts. On Monday, Walljasper was named as one of the 38 finalists for the 2023 Harlon Hill Trophy, which is given to the Division II College Football Player of the Year. This past season, Walljasper had 39 total…

Rhoade
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Guard Taytum Rhoades Named NSIC Player of the Week

Rhoades averaged 17.7 points this past week for the Bulldogs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD graduate guard Taytum Rhoades has earned her first NSIC player of the week honor this season. Rhoades averaged 17.7 points this past week for the Bulldogs. She also had six rebounds, four assists, and two steals per game as an average. Rhoades and company will continue their homestand at Romano this upcoming weekend by taking on Wayne…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Now Ranked #6, MacLeod Earns WCHA Goaltender of the Week Honors

MacLeod and UMD will head to Madison this upcoming weekend to face Wisconsin.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team is moving up in the polls after winning one game and tying one game over the weekend against 4th ranked Colgate. The Bulldogs are now the 6th ranked team in the country after being ranked 7th and 9th. In other UMD news, sophomore goaltender Hailey MacLeod has earned WCHA Goaltender of the Week…

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College, Sports

CSS Men’s Hockey Moves Up to #5 in Country

The Saints were previously ranked 6th in last Monday's poll.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s hockey team may have had Thanksgiving weekend off. But they still are moving up in the USCHO Division three poll. The Saints are now ranked 5th after being ranked 6th last Monday. CSS returns to action on December 5th, beginning a home and home series with Northland College. Categories: College, Sports

Wilderness
Sports

Big 2nd Period Lifts Wilderness Over Chippewa Steel

Next up, Minnesota (15-6-2) will play at Janesville on Friday. Puck drop is at 7:05 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness continue to sit atop on the Midwest Division standings. On Wednesday, they added to their division lead with a 6 to 2 victory over the Chippewa Steel. The Wilderness would put up five goals in the 2nd period. Next up, Minnesota (15-6-2) will play at Janesville on Friday. Puck drop is at 7:05 PM. Categories:…

D East Gbb
High School, Sports

Duluth East Girls Basketball Falls in Season Opener to Princeton

The Greyhounds (0-1) will look to bounce back on November 28th against Cambridge-Isanti.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls basketball team opened up their season on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the game didn’t go their way as Princeton was victorious 75 to 23. The Greyhounds (0-1) will look to bounce back on November 28th against Cambridge-Isanti. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#9 UMD Women’s Hockey Welcomes in #2 Colgate for Final Home Series of 2023

Colgate and UMD have only faced each other three times and all three matchups have gone UMD's way.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Hard to believe but the 9th ranked UMD women’s hockey team will have their final home series of 2023 this weekend when they host 2nd ranked Colgate. It’s a rarity when the Bulldogs and Raiders meet on the ice. They’ve only faced each other three times and all three matchups have gone UMD’s way. This year, the team’s…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior & St. Scholastica Women’s Hoops Fall on Home Courts

UWS (2-3) will next host Luther on Saturday at 3 PM. Meanwhile, CSS (1-2) will next be in action on November 29th at Augsburg.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior began a lengthy six-game homestand on Tuesday. Unfortunately, it began with a tough loss to the UW-Stout Blue Devils. The Yellowjackets were outscored in every quarter except the 3rd, which went 17-14 in favor of UWS. Superior was led by Elise Besonen, who had 16 points in the contest. UWS (2-3) will next host Luther on…

Cec Ghky
High School, Sports

Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Girls Hockey Shuts Out Moose Lake for 2nd Time in One Week

C-E-C (3-2) will next host Orono on Saturday at 3 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton and Moose Lake Area girls hockey teams would play their 2nd game in one week on Tuesday. Like the other game, Tuesday’s contest would result in a Lumberjack shutout win as C-E-C was victorious, 2-0. Erin Loeb and Allie Jones would each have a goal in the contest. C-E-C (3-2) will next host Orono on Saturday…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Eyes Redemption in First Round Matchup Against Wayne State

Back on September 30th, when Wayne State was the number one team in the country, the Wildcats would go on to sweep the Bulldogs in straight sets.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 24th time in program history, the UMD volleyball team is onto the big dance. The Bulldogs heard their name called on Monday night in the selection show. They drew the 7th seed in the central region and will match up with the 2nd seed, who just so happens to be a conference foe. That would be…

Htown Bball
High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Basketball Begins Quest for 3rd Straight Section Title

Hermantown will have to wait two more weeks before they open up the regular season. And it's a big one as they'll host Duluth Denfeld on December 5th.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The quest for a third straight Section 7AAA title began earlier this week for the Hermantown boys basketball team. The Hawks tipped off their season on Monday with their first couple of practices. Andy Fenske is entering his 8th season at the helm. He says this year’s team will need to replace some of the minutes and scoring…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Makes NCAA Tournament, Will Play Wayne State in 1st Round

This is the 24th appearance in program history for the Bulldogs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD volleyball will indeed be playing for a national title at the end of the month. The Bulldogs drew the 7th seed in the central region and will face the 2nd seed Wayne State in the first round of the NCAA tournament. This is the 24th appearance in program history for the Bulldogs. UMD has also made the…

Css Mhky 1120
College, Sports

CSS Men’s Hockey Moves Up to #6 in Latest USCHO Poll

The Saints improved to 7-0 on the season after topping St. John's in a home and home series last weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s hockey team has moved up once again in the USCHO poll. Last week, they cracked the top 10 for the first time in 2014 and now they go to a spot where they haven’t been since 2010. CSS is now the 6th ranked team in the country for division three. That’s up two spots…

Vo
College, Sports

CSS Junior Lineman Anthony Vo Earns All-MIAC Honors for 2nd Straight Year

Vo's teammate Ricky Weber would earn an honorable mention from the conference.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica junior defensive lineman Anthony Vo has earned All-MIAC status for the 2nd straight year. Vo led the team with 9 tackles-for-loss, four sacks, and was tied for first on the team with two interceptions. Vo’s teammate Ricky Weber earned an honorable mention from the conference. The junior wideout had 60 receptions, 888 yards, and 11 touchdowns….

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Drops to #9 in USCHO Poll

The Bulldogs welcome in Colgate this upcoming weekend for a two-game series.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has taken a little fall in the latest polls. After being swept by Minnesota this past weekend, the Bulldogs have dropped down one spot to number nine in the country. The schedule doesn’t get any easier for UMD as this upcoming weekend they’ll welcome in 2nd ranked Colgate for a two game series….

Flaherty
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Maggie Flaherty Signs Deal with PWHL Minnesota

Flaherty joins Sidney Morin, Michela Cava, and Sydney Brodt as former Bulldogs on the PWHL Minnesota roster.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Former Bulldog defender Maggie Flaherty is officially a pro hockey player. On Monday, she put pen to paper with PWHL Minnesota. Minnesota drafted the Lakeville native in the 4th round of the inaugural draft. Flaherty just wrapped up her five-year Bulldog career last winter. Over the course of those five years, she would tally 76 total points….

C Corner 1117
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Kory Deadrick

Deadrick is entering his 3rd year at the helm for the Spartans.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from Superior head boys basketball coach, Kory Deadrick. Deadrick is entering his 3rd year at the helm for the Spartans. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Uws Mhky
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UWS Men’s Hockey Falls in WIAC Conference Opener to UW-River Falls

Blake Holmes would have the lone goal for the Yellowjackets.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s hockey was unable to get their 2nd win of the season on Friday, falling to UW-River Falls 2 to 1. Blake Holmes would have the lone goal for the Yellowjackets. UWS (1-5) will next play at UW-Stout on Saturday. Puck drop is at 7 PM. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Superior Bbb
High School, Sports

Superior Boys Hoops Equipped with Veteran Depth Heading Into Season

Superior's first game is a week from Friday at D.C. Everest.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Spartan boys basketball team returned to the court this week for their first couple of practices of the season. There’s been plenty of excitement surrounding the squad after they made it to their first sectional title game since 2016 last year. The Spartans also return their top two scorers in Tresean Sanigar and Calvin Anderson, who…

Plante
High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Zam Plante Named to U.S. Junior Select Team

The challenge goes from December 10th to December 17th.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMATOWN, Minn.- Hermantown native and future Bulldog Zam Plante will get a chance to suit up for the U.S. Junior Select Team next month. Plante was one of the 22 players selected to compete in the World Junior A Challenge in Nova Scotia. He wasn’t the only future Bulldog named to the roster. Joining him will be Chaska defenseman Adam…

Uws Mbb
College, Sports

UWS Men’s Basketball Improves to 4-0 After Holding Off St. Scholastica

The Yellowjackets were led by J'Vaun Walker, who had 16 points in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UW-Superior men’s basketball team picked up their 4th straight win on Wednesday, defeating St. Scholastica 70 to 62. The Yellowjackets were led by J’Vaun Walker, who had 16 points in the victory. On the other end, Jeff Moore had a team-leading 15 points for the Saints. UWS (4-0) will next play Ripon at home on Saturday. CSS…

Reyelts
High School, Sports

Proctor Senior Goalie A.J. Reyelts to Play D1 Hockey for Lindenwood University

In 15 games last season, Reyelts posted a 2.34 goals against average.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Proctor senior goalie A.J. Reyelts knows where he’ll be playing college hockey at once his days with the Rails are over. Reyelts announced his commitment to Lindenwood University, a Division one program. In 15 games last season, Reyelts posted a 2.34 goals against average. He would also have a saves percentage of .926. Reyelts was a second team…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Continues Rivalry Tour With Trip to St. Cloud

The Bulldogs are looking to snap a six game winless streak.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team will look to snap their six game winless streak with another rivalry series this weekend. The Bulldogs will be in St. Cloud to take on the 17th ranked Huskies. A team UMD has seen quite a bit over the years. Just last season, the two squads would meet in seven games. With UMD…

Umd Whky 1115
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coming Off Bye Week, #7 UMD Women’s Hockey Set to Host #4 Minnesota

In recent years, Minnesota has had a hold off the all-time series, winning seven of the last 10 matchups.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Fresh off their bye week, the 7th ranked UMD women’s hockey team returns to the ice this weekend. And it’s a big one as the Bulldogs welcome in the 4th ranked Minnesota Golden Gophers into Amsoil Arena. Both teams come into the matchup with similar seasons so far. Each squad has two losses, which have come from Ohio…

Umdfootball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

12 Bulldog Football Standouts Earn All-Conference Honors

Nine of those players made the first team.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team was well represented on the NSIC all-conference team. A whopping 12 players were on the first and 2nd teams. Nine of those players made the first team. On offense, Tight End Sam Pitz and linemen Treyvon Cahalan and Arik Johnson achieved first time honors. They were joined by Lineman Andrew Klopp, Drew Hennessey, Ethan…

D Marsh Ghky
High School, Sports

Girls Hockey: Duluth Marshall Handles Northern Lakes in Home Opener

The Hilltoppers (2-1) will next be in action on Thursday when they play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton. Puck drop is at 7 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls hockey team protected their home ice on Tuesday, defeating Northern Lakes 11 to 1. The Hilltoppers (2-1) will next be in action on Thursday when they play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton. Puck drop is at 7 PM. Categories: High School, Sports

Umd Fb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

After Missing National Tournament, UMD Football Still Proud of 2023 Season

UMD finishes the season with a 9-2 record.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team put themselves in a strong position to make the NCAA tournament. Unfortunately, the selection committee felt otherwise as the Bulldogs saw their season end on Sunday. UMD snapped a two-year drought just a day earlier when they upset 9th ranked Minnesota State-Mankato 33 to 21. Even with a loss and the same record, Minnesota…

Hs Asg
High School, Sports

Menzel & Bentler to Play in MN HS Football All-Star Game, Spahn to Coach

The game will take place on December 2nd at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two local players will get a chance to suit up for their respective schools one last time. Hermantown wide receiver Peyton Menzel and Two Harbors defensive lineman Zach Bentler have been selected to compete in the 50th Minnesota High School Football All-Star Game. The two will be on the North roster. Joining them on the North team is…

Htown Boys Hky
High School, Sports

Armed with Strong Defensive Core, Hermantown Boys Hockey Begins 2023-2024 Campaign

Hermantown's first game is December 1st at Cretin-Derham Hall.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Monday marked the first day that prep boys hockey teams in Minnesota were able to hit the ice. One of those teams getting things started was the Hermantown Hawks. Hermantown is coming off a season in which they took 3rd at state in Class A. The Hawks return a number of key defensive players, including goalie Dane Callaway….

Css Mhky
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Men’s Hockey Cracks Top 10 For First Time Since 2014

Scholastica is off to a strong start this season, posting a 5-0 record so far.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s hockey team is moving up in the latest USCHO poll. The Saints jump from up six spots, going from number 14 to number eight in the country. This is the first time since 2014 that CSS has cracked the top 10. Scholastica is off to a strong start this season, posting a 5-0 record so…

Big Stick 2
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskie Standouts Duarte & Hallquist Earn Big Stick Awards

The award is given to the player at each position who had the best batting average during the 2023 regular season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Their season may have wrapped up in August. But two former Huskies standouts are still collecting hardware. Outfielder Joshua Duarte and infielder Michael Hallquist were each awarded 2023 Rawlings Big Stick awards. The award is given to the player at each position who had the best batting average during the 2023 regular season. Duarte would finish with a…

Strand
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Junior Linebacker Mac Strand Named NSIC Defensive Player of the Week

Strand finishes the year with 50 total tackles, 35 of which were solo.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD Junior Linebacker Mac Strand earned NSIC Defensive Player of the Week Honors after rallying up 16 tackles in the Bulldogs 33 to 21 victory over MSU-Mankato. Those 16 tackles were a career best for the Appleton, Wisconsin native. Strand finishes the year with 50 total tackles, 35 of which were solo. He also had a career-high in…

Umdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Falls Out of Top 20, UMD Women Stay Put at #8

The men's team will play at St. Cloud State this weekend. The women will host Minnesota.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The weekly polls came out for Division one hockey on Monday. After a tough weekend against North Dakota, which resulted in two losses, the UMD men’s hockey team has fallen out of the top 20. The Bulldogs will look to snap a six game win-less drought this weekend in St. Cloud. Meanwhile, the women’s team was on their…

Volleyball
High School, Sports

State Volleyball: Grand Rapids & Ely Take Home Consolation Titles

Grand Rapids went 22-10 on the year. Ely went 25-6.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- In case you missed it over the weekend, the Ely and Grand Rapids volleyball teams ended their seasons on a high note. Grand Rapids would defeat Monticello in four sets to claim the consolation title in Class AAA. The Thunderhawks previously fell in the 3rd place game the last two seasons. Meanwhile, Ely earned redemption as they…

Eskofootball
High School, Sports

Esko Football Sees Season End in AAA Quarterfinals

Esko finishes the year at 10-1.
Neil Vierzba,

BRAINERD, Minn.- The Esko football team’s historic season came to a close on Saturday in the Class AAA quarterfinals. Esko was matched up with Annandale at Brainerd High School. Early on, Esko would strike first as Jacion Owens connected with Sam Haugen on the deep ball to give Esko the seven point lead. Then sadly the team was dealt with…

Umd Mhky 1110
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Big First Period Propels #4 North Dakota Past #18 UMD Men’s Hockey

Both teams will meet again on Saturday with puck drop at 6:07 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team would find themselves down early against North Dakota on Friday. Ultimately, it would be enough as the Fighting Hawks took game one 4 to 2. Luke Loheit and Anthony Menghini were the goal-scorers for the Bulldogs. Both teams will meet again on Saturday with puck drop at 6:07 PM. Categories: College, Friday Night…

Northern Stars
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Breck Spoils Home & Season Opener for Duluth Northern Stars

Ellie Marciniak and Mae McCall would each find the back of the net for Duluth.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Northern Stars girls hockey team opened up their season on Friday, unfortunately it didn’t go their way as Breck picked up the 5 to 2 victory. Ellie Marciniak and Mae McCall would each find the back of the net for Duluth. Senior goalie Ella Brisbois reached history in the contest, tallying her 1,000th career save. Duluth…

Volleyball
High School, Sports

State Volleyball: Grand Rapids & Ely Bounce Back with Consolation Semifinal Wins

Grand Rapids will next face Monticello on Saturday at 8:30 AM for 5th place. Ely matches up with West Central Area School. That game takes place at 10:30 AM
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Both the Grand Rapids and Ely volleyball teams will compete for a consolation championship on Saturday. The Thunderhawks made that possible when they defeated DeLaSalle 3-1 in the AAA consolation semifinals on Friday. Ely also was able to get it done, topping Badger/Greenbush-Middle River in four sets in the A consolation semifinals. Grand Rapids will next face…

Gustavus
College, Sports

CSS Women’s Hockey Shut Out in Home Opener Against #1 Gustavus

The Saints (0-3) will once again look for their first win on Saturday when they play at Gustavus. Puck drop is at 2 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s hockey would play top ranked Gustavus tough on Thursday, but unfortunately would fall 6-0. The Saints (0-3) will once again look for their first win on Saturday when they play at Gustavus. Puck drop is at 2 PM.   Categories: College, Sports

Moose Lake Willow River
High School, Sports

State Football: Eden Valley-Watkins Too Much for Moose Lake/Willow River in AA Quarterfinals

The Rebels end the season with a 10-2 record.
Neil Vierzba,

FOREST LAKE, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River football team made their 3rd straight state tournament appearance on Thursday. Sadly like the other two, they would see their season end as they fell to Eden Valley-Watkins 60 to 0 in the AA quarterfinals. The Rebels end the season with a 10-2 record. Categories: High School, Sports

Ely Schools Logo
High School, Sports

State Volleyball: Mayer Lutheran Eliminates Ely for 2nd Straight Season

Ely now heads into consolation play and will next have a matchup Friday at 3 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- For the 2nd straight season, the Ely volleyball team was matched up with Mayer Lutheran in the Class A quarterfinals. Sadly for the 2nd straight year, the Crusaders would get the best of the Timberwolves, winning in straight sets. Ely now heads into consolation play and will next have a matchup Friday at 3 PM. Categories: High…

Sign Day
High School, Sports

Mirage Seniors Graves & Fairchild Officially Sign with Bemidji State

Both players are coming off monster seasons for the Mirage.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- It was signing day for a number of area athletes on Wednesday. That included a senior duo on the Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team. Hannah Graves and Izy Fairchild both signed their letters of intent with Bemidji State Wednesday afternoon. Both players are coming off monster seasons for the Mirage. Graves would tally 35 total points and Fairchild would…

Gr Vb
High School, Sports

State Volleyball: Detroit Lakes Knocks Grand Rapids Down to Consolation Bracket

Next up for Rapids, they'll play DeLaSalle in consolation play at 9 AM on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Grand Rapids volleyball team made their 3rd straight appearance at state on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the Thunderhawks couldn’t get it done in their AAA quarterfinal matchup against Detroit Lakes, falling in straight sets. Next up for Rapids, they’ll play DeLaSalle in consolation play at 9 AM on Friday. Categories: High School, Sports

Bast
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bast Welcomes in Former Team as #18 UMD Clashes with #4 North Dakota

Junior defenseman Luke Bast transferred from North Dakota this past off-season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 18th ranked UMD men’s hockey team continues their gauntlet of a schedule this weekend when they welcome in 4th ranked North Dakota to AMSOIL Arena. The Bulldogs are coming off a tough home and home series with the Gophers, which resulted in a loss and a tie. UMD is moving forward though as they look to turn…

Gustafson
Professional Sports, Sports

Port Wing Native Megan Gustafson Joins Spanish National Basketball Team

Gustafson is able to play for the team after gaining nationalization back in June.
Neil Vierzba,

PORT WING, Wis.- Port Wing native Megan Gustafson continues to become a world traveler while also playing hoops. Most recently with the London Lions, Gustafson has now joined the Spanish National Team. Gustafson is able to play for the team after gaining nationalization back in June. The center has had some success overseas. Just last season, she was the top…

Uws Wsoc
College, Sports

UWS Women’s Soccer Well Represented for End of the Year UMAC Honors

Overall, UWS had nine players who were recognized on the all-conference teams.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS women’s soccer team just picked up their 3rd UMAC conference title over the weekend. As a result of their efforts, a number of the players on the team earned UMAC honors. Some of the notables include Brenna Mattson, who was named UMAC Defensive Player of the Year. As the leader of the Yellowjackets backline, Mattson held…

Mrazova
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Katerina Mrazova Signs with PWHL Ottawa

Mrazova joins Gabbie Hughes and Ashton Bell as former Bulldogs on the PWHL Ottawa roster.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The third and final former UMD Bulldog has signed her pro contract with PWHL Ottawa. Forward Katerina Mrazova is officially a member of the team, signing a one-year contract. Mrazova suited up for the Bulldogs from 2013 to 2018. In that time span, she accumulated 75 points for UMD. Most recently, she played in the PHF for the…

Css Soc
College, Sports

Scholastica’s Chastey Named All-Conference for 2nd Straight Year, Voth Earns Honorable Mention

Chastey was the team-leader in shots, points, goals, and assists. Voth led the team with two goals and two assists for a total of six points this season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica junior midfielder Keegan Chastey has been named MIAC all-conference for the 2nd straight season. Chastey was the team-leader in shots, points, goals, and assists. Overall, he’s had 19 goals and 16 assists in his Saints career. Over on the women’s side, Tenley Voth was a MIAC honorable mention. Voth led the team with two goals and…

Thiessen
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Matthew Thiessen Named NCHC Goaltender of The Week

Just this past weekend, Thiessen had 55 saves against Minnesota, including a career-high 47 save performance in Saturday's overtime tie.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team continues to rack up plenty of NCHC weekly honors and the latest one goes to a first-time winner this season. Matthew Thiessen has been named the NCHC Goaltender of the Week. Just this past weekend, he had 55 saves against Minnesota, including a career-high 47 save performance in Saturday’s overtime tie. This is…

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