Author: Sam Ali
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Picked To Finish First in North Division, John Larson Named Preseason Offensive Player of the Year

The Bulldogs will open their season September 2nd on the road against Upper Iowa.
Sam Ali,

BURNSVILLE, Minn. – The UMD football team has been picked to finish first in the North division in the NSIC Preseason Coaches poll. The top overall ranking went to Minnesota State-Mankato. UMD is preparing for its first game in two years as they will open fall camp later this week. Senior quarterback John Larson was named Preseason Offensive Player of…

Twin Ports Olympics
High School, Professional Sports, Sports

Twin Ports Gymnastics Talk Team USA Success at the Olympics

The most popular USA gymnast is of course St. Paul native Suni Lee, who captured a gold medal last week.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Olympics are well underway and Team USA’s gymnastics squad has already racked up five medals, including two gold. Twin Ports Gymnastics has been following the action too, especially with three Minnesota natives representing the state in Tokyo. “It’s very impressive and it’s very exciting. It really gives these athletes here motivation. And it’s nice that it’s…

Css Macmillan Resigns
College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Julianne Vasichek Named New Women’s Hockey Coach as Jackie MacMillan Resigns

Vasichek is a UMD grad who played on defense for the 2002 and 2003 national championship teams.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Since its inception eleven years ago, the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team has had one coach: Jackie MacMillan. And after 149 career wins, the program’s pioneer is stepping off the bench. Monday, MacMillan announced her resignation to pursue other opportunities. The Saints made it to the NCHA championship game in each of the last three seasons and…

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Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coaches Corner: Karson Kuhlman and Neal Pionk

For this week's segment, we chat with two former UMD men's hockey standouts.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from former UMD men’s hockey standouts Karson Kuhlman and Neal Pionk as they are back in town to help with the Bulldog Hockey Camp at Amsoil Arena. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Expos
High School, Sports

Encompass Expos 14U Baseball Team Finishes Summer Season Ranked #1 in the Country

The team finished with a 30-1-9 overall record and is ranked #1 in the country by the United States Specialty Sports Association.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland was, is and forever will be known as an area that loves its hockey. But a local youth baseball team might be changing that perception to get more kids off the ice and onto the diamond. The Encompass Expos 14U baseball team just wrapped up their summer season and it was one to remember. The…

Gabbie Hughes
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Gabbie Hughes Invited to 2021 USA Hockey Women’s National Festival

Hughes was selected to the U23 roster as the festival serves as a pre-camp for the U.S. women's national team trip to the IIHF world championships.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, UMD’s Gabbie Hughes has been invited to the 2021 USA Hockey Women’s National Festival. Hughes was selected to the U23 roster as the festival serves as a pre-camp for the U.S. women’s national team, who is getting ready for the IIHF women’s world championships next month. The Lino Lakes native was named to the All-WCHA…

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College, Sports

Duluth FC’s Sidney Warden Named to NPSL National XI Team

This is the third consecutive season that the Bluegreens have a player on the NPSL National XI.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday, Duluth FC striker Sidney Warden was been named to the NPSL National XI team. The Englishman had a historic season for the Bluegreens, scoring 17 goals, a single-season record for Duluth FC, en route to earning the NPSL’s Golden Boot award. Warden was also named to the Midwest Region XI team. This is the third consecutive…
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Duluth Native Andy Welinski Signs with Calgary Flames

The former UMD standout has appeared in 46 NHL games with the Anaheim Ducks over the past three seasons
Sam Ali,

CALGARY, Canada – Thursday, the Calgary Flames announced that they have signed Duluth native Andy Welinski to a one-year deal. The former UMD standout has appeared in 46 NHL games with the Anaheim Ducks over the past three seasons, and even scored his first career NHL goal back in 2019 against the Flames. Welinski brings in a lot of AHL…

Bulldog Hockey Camp
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldogs Neal Pionk, Karson Kuhlman Return to UMD for Youth Hockey Camp

The camp is staffed entirely by members of the men's and women's hockey teams.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey alumni group is filled with guys who are skating professionally in the NHL. And this month, they have returned home to take part in a special youth camp. This week was Week Two of the Bulldog Hockey Camp with over 100 squirts and peewees in attendance. For the scrimmages, each team was coached…

Proctor Batting Cages
High School, Sports

Proctor Baseball Looking to Raise Money for New Batting Cage

So far, they've already raised nearly half of their target amount.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Proctor High School is looking to raise money for a new batting cage. Organizers say it would be used by the Rails baseball and softball teams during the high school season and their summer youth programs, as well as any other teams locally who want to get some swings in. “It helps you run a better practice…

Alex Goligoski
Professional Sports, Sports

Minnesota Wild Sign Grand Rapids Native Alex Goligoski

The veteran defenseman has spent the past five years with the Arizona Coyotes and is excited to return home.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The NHL free agency period began earlier Wednesday and the Minnesota Wild were expected to be very active in their quest to build a Stanley Cup contender. And one of Wednesday’s signings has some local ties. Grand Rapids native Alex Goligoski has signed a one-year deal with the Wild worth $5 million dollars. The veteran defenseman…

Hunter Shepard
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Captain Hunter Shepard Signs Two-Year, Two-Way Deal with Washington Capitals

The former UMD captain helped the Bulldogs win back-to-back national titles in 2018 and 2019.
Sam Ali,

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Cohasset native and former Bulldog Hunter Shepard has signed a two-year, two-way deal with the Washington Capitals. The 25-year-old appeared in three games last season for the Hershey Bears of the AHL, going undefeated with one shutout and a .969 save percentage. Shepard also played in 21 games for the Carolina Stingrays in the ECHL, recording a…

Derek Forbort
Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth East Alum Derek Forbort Inks Three-Year Deal with Boston Bruins

The former Greyhound ranked fifth among all defenseman in blocked shots last season with the Winnipeg Jets.
Sam Ali,

BOSTON, Mass. – Duluth native Derek Forbort has agreed to a three-year, $9 million dollar deal with the Boston Bruins. The Duluth East alum ranked fifth among all defenseman in blocked shots last season with the Winnipeg Jets. Forbort started just over 58% of his shifts in the defensive zone and played 151 minutes for the Jets on the penalty…

Huskies Baseball
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Score Early and Often in Win Over Mankato

Calyn Halvorson led the team with three RBI, while Mike Boeve and Peyton Powell also drove in two runs each.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies scored in all but two innings in the game as they topped Mankato 11-2 Tuesday night at Wade Stadium. Calyn Halvorson led the team with three RBI, while Mike Boeve and Peyton Powell also drove in two runs each. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

Mn Wilderness
College, Sports

Main Camp Underway for Minnesota Wilderness

The goal is to cut down the group to just 40 players for their final roster, which will be announced later in the week.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Minnesota Wilderness is hosting its main camp this week at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. The camp brings in around 120 players that the team has found through other camps, the draft, as well as their tendered and returning players. They are split up into teams and play in scrimmages over three days. The goal is…

Twin Ports Summer Jam
High School, Sports

Twin Ports Summer Jam Wraps Up in Cloquet

It allows schools to see new teams and get some final competition in before summer wraps up and they get ready for the upcoming season.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet was the place to be this week for some high school basketball action at the 6th annual Twin Ports Summer Jam. The tournament was hosted by Duluth East and featured several local teams including Cloquet, Superior and Esko. It allows schools to see new teams and get some final competition in before summer wraps up and…

Nick Wolff
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Boston Bruins Re-Sign Former UMD Defenseman Nick Wolff

Last year, Wolff spent time overseas in Slovakia before appearing in 24 games with the Providence Bruins of the AHL.
Sam Ali,

BOSTON, Mass. – The Boston Bruins announced this week that they have re-signed former UMD defenseman Nick Wolff to a one-year, two-way deal. Last year, Wolff spent time overseas in Slovakia before appearing in 24 games with the Providence Bruins of the AHL. The former Bulldogs captain powered UMD to three straight national championship appearances and back-to-back national titles in…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Klein, Hanley to Serve as Team Captains for UMD Women’s Hockey Team

Senior defenseman Kailee Skinner will serve as the alternate captain.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Every team needs a captain to be a leader and to set a great example. This week, the UMD women’s hockey team announced who will be wearing the “C” this upcoming season. Senior forwards Anna Klein and Kylie Hanley have been named team captains for the 2021-2022 season. Klein served as an alternate captain last season alongside…

Golf Heat
Community, Sports

Heat Wave Brings Some Advantages for Local Golfers

According to the course managers, they would need about five inches in a two-week span to get out of the drought.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Official records have called this summer, the second-hottest ever for the Northland. And it’s had a major impact on the local golf scene. Courses like the Enger Park Golf Course are doing what they can to keep their greens looking great. That means using water from the city, as well as watering by hand to keep the…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, Professional Sports, Sports

Coaches Corner: CJ Ham

For this week's segment, we chat with the Vikings Pro Bowlers and Duluth Denfeld alum.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from Minnesota Vikings fullback and former Duluth Denfeld star CJ Ham as the Pro Bowler will be hosting his second-ever football camp this weekend at Public Schools Stadium. Categories: Coaches Corner, Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Fc
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Duluth FC Wins Regular Season Finale to Clinch Spot in NPSL Playoffs

Dylan Sumner finished with two goals to help send the Bluegreens to the postseason.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Dylan Sumner would score twice in the first half as Duluth FC defeated Sioux Falls FC 5-2 Friday night at Public Schools Stadium. Martin Grzywa, Sidney Warden and James Westfield also scored for the Bluegreens, who have clinched their spot in the NPSL playoffs which begin next Tuesday. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Kade Shea
High School, Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Denfeld’s Kade Shea Selected by Anchorage Wolverines in 2021 NAHL Entry Draft

The former Hunters captain finished his senior campaign this past season leading the team in goals and tied for the lead in total points.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, Duluth Denfeld hockey alum Kade Shea was selected by the Anchorage Wolverines in the 2021 NAHL Entry Draft. Shea says when the pick happened, he received multiple texts from family and friends, as well as his coaches who helped him tremendously through the draft preparation process. “They made phone calls trying to advocate for us….

Ero Wallin
College, High School, Sports

Silver Bay’s Ero Wallin Commits to St. Cloud State Baseball

Wallin was a finalist for the 2021 Mr. Baseball award, given to the best senior player in the state of Minnesota.
Sam Ali,

SILVER BAY, Minn. – This week, Silver Bay’s Ero Wallin has signed his National Letter of Intent to join the St. Cloud State baseball team. Wallin was a beast at the plate for the Mariners in his senior year, leading the state in nearly every offensive category, including batting average, home runs and RBI. “Ever since I was a kid,…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Johnson, UW-Superior’s Heidenreich Nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year Award

Next in the selection process will be conferences picking two nominees to represent them at the next stage.
Sam Ali,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – This week, the NCAA released the names of the 535 nominees for the Woman of the Year award. Some local names on the list include St. Scholastica’s Hannah Johnson and UW-Superior’s Amber Heidenreich. Johnson is a Two Harbors native and finished her career tied for most tournament wins in program history, as well as the best career…

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High School, Sports

Superior’s Raye, Zembo Earn All-State Honors from WFSCA

Raye was named to the First Team, while Zembo earned Second Team recognition.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior’s Emma Raye and Haley Zembo have earned all-state honors from the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association. Raye was named to the First Team, while Zembo earned Second Team recognition. As a sophomore, Raye finished with a batting average over .550 to go along with seven home runs and 35 RBI. Zembo, who is also a sophomore,…

Duluth Huskies
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Eighth-Inning Comeback Pushes Duluth Huskies Past Minnesota Mud Puppies

The Huskies scored four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning and Jared Southard came up with the save in the ninth to keep Duluth on top of their division.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies would erase a three-run deficit in the eighth inning to pick up the comeback win over the Minnesota Mud Puppies 5-4 Thursday night at Wade Stadium. The Huskies scored four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning and Jared Southard came up with the save in the ninth to keep Duluth on top…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Grandma’s Winner Rotich, UMD’s Nielsen Winners at 50th Annual Park Point 5-Miler

The top men's finisher was 2021 Grandma's Marathon winner Milton Rotich of Kenya with a time of 25:20.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Northern Minnesota’s oldest race celebrated five decades of running Thursday night as Park Point hosted its 50th annual 5-miler run and two-mile walk. Over 500 runners took part in the race with another 200 running virtually. The top men’s finisher was 2021 Grandma’s Marathon winner Milton Rotich of Kenya with a time of 25:20. He becomes the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Laura Schuler Rejoins UMD Women’s Hockey Coaching Staff

She is no stranger to the program as Schuler was on the Bulldogs coaching staff from 2008 to 2015, including during UMD's NCAA title run in 2010.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Big news for the UMD women’s hockey team as they announced Thursday that Canadian Olympic head coach Laura Schuler will be joining the Bulldogs as an assistant coach this upcoming season. She is no stranger to the program as Schuler was on the Bulldogs coaching staff from 2008 to 2015, including during UMD’s NCAA title run in…

Jake Malec
Professional Sports, Sports

Proctor Native Jake Malec Signs with Great Falls Voyagers

He joins fellow Bison teammate and Esko native Nick Emanuel, who also signed with the Voyagers last month.
Sam Ali,

GREAT FALLS, Mont. – Proctor native Jake Malec has signed a minor league deal with the Great Falls Voyagers of the Pioneer Baseball League. The North Dakota State alum just wrapped up his college career being named the Summit League Tournament MVP. He joins fellow Bison teammate and Esko native Nick Emanuel, who also signed with the Voyagers last month….

Mary Johnson
College, High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld’s Mary Johnson Commits to Elmhurst Women’s Soccer

Johnson has been the starting varsity goalie for the Hunters for her junior and senior campaigns.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, Duluth Denfeld’s Mary Johnson has committed to joining the Elmhurst University women’s soccer team. Johnson has been the starting varsity goalie for the Hunters for her junior and senior campaigns. And she was busy too, seeing over 50 shots in each season. Johnson is also a member of the Gitchi Gummi soccer club in Duluth….

Huskies Baseball
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Split Home Doubleheader Against Eau Claire

Duluth will be back at home Thursday night for a two-game series against the Minnesota Mud Puppies.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the first and only time this season, the Duluth Huskies hosted a doubleheader at Wade Stadium against Eau Claire. The Huskies took Game One 4-3 and dropped the nightcap to the Express 10-6. Duluth will be back at home Thursday night for a two-game series against the Minnesota Mud Puppies. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

Umd Football Camp
High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Hosts Final Session of Summer Team Camps

The UMD staff hopes that the camp allows teams to get a little ahead on their fall camp work before their seasons begin next month.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The final session of UMD football team camps wrapped up Wednesday at Malosky Stadium. 20 teams were on campus for this session as they received training from the Bulldogs’ coaching staff and got to scrimmage against one another as well. “Just really cool to play on this field and just get an opportunity to get a chance…

Five Miler
Community, Professional Sports, Sports

Normal Race Operations Expected for 50th Annual Park Point 5-Miler

This year's installment will also mark the return to a more normal version of the race with a traditional mass start.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This Thursday, the Park Point 5-Miler will celebrate its 50th anniversary as the oldest race in Northern Minnesota. This year’s installment will also mark the return to a more normal version of the race with a traditional mass start. Organizers say they’ve used the past year to improve race operations for the runners. “You look at some…

Junior Golf School
High School, Sports

Enger Park Golf Course Hosts Fifth Annual Junior Golf School

The students learn everything from swinging mechanics and bunker play, to proper etiquette on the course.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday, the Enger Park Golf Course hosted their fifth annual junior golf school. The students, ages five to 15, learn everything from swinging mechanics and bunker play, to proper etiquette on the course. Most of the attendees are beginners in the sport. The camp originated out in Washington state with Duluth Golf general manager Mike Bender. So…

Steve Pitoscia
High School, Sports

Steve Pitoscia Named New Head Coach of Duluth East Boys Hockey Team

Pitoscia brings over 30 years of experience as a player, coach and volunteer.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the first time in over 30 years, the Duluth East boys hockey team was in search of a new head coach. And after an exhaustive interview process, they have found their man. Former Greyhound Steve Pitoscia has been named the new head coach of the Duluth East boys hockey team. Pitoscia brings over 30 years of…

Gitchi Gummi
High School, Sports

Gitchi Gummi Soccer Team Wins USA Cup in Blaine

This is the first championship for the group in one of the biggest soccer tournaments in the entire country.
Sam Ali,

BLAINE, Minn. – This past weekend, the Gitchi Gummi boys 2002 team captured the USA Cup. They would defeat the Elgin All-Stars 3-1 in the championship game after falling to them in group play. Jake Kidd led the way with six goals in the tournament, while Misaki Hirata had four and Dawson Kriske finished with three. This is the first…

Merissa Edwards
College, Sports

Merissa Edwards Talks Becoming Interim Athletic Director at St. Scholastica

Edwards becomes just the second female athletic director in the history of St. Scholastica and one of three currently in the MIAC.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Last week, St. Scholastica announced that Merissa Edwards will serve as interim athletic director for the upcoming school year. Edwards’ first task will be overseeing the department’s transition into the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference this fall. “We are going up against some schools that are really well-funded, have really good programs, have been successful both athletically and…

Nick Bryant
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Nick Bryant to Join USA Hockey for 2022 Winter Olympics

Bryant will serve in a similar role as the hockey operations and event manager for the women's national team ahead of the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD women’s hockey director of operations and equipment manager Nick Bryant is leaving the program to permanently join USA Hockey. Bryant will serve in a similar role as the hockey operations and event manager for the women’s national team ahead of the 2022 Beijing Olympics. “I do feel as though the roots that I put down at…

Athletes Vs. Covid
College, Community Calendar, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

St. Louis County Promotes COVID Vaccines with “Athletes vs. COVID” Campaign

The campaign features short PSAs where each person shares why they got the vaccine and why it's important to encourage others to do so as well.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – As of today, 70% of adults in the state of Minnesota have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine shot. And according to St. Louis County, there’s still more work to do so they’ve enlisted the help of some local sports celebrities. The county recently started putting out videos called athletes versus COVID, featuring some well known names…

Zam Plante
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Zam Plante Talks Joining Team USA for Hlinka Gretzky Cup

Last week, Plante was named to the roster for the United States U-18 Select Team that will compete at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup next month.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Coaches always say that players should always focus more on the name in front of their jersey than the name on the back. Hermantown’s Zam Plante has done a great job representing the Hawks. But next month, the name in front of the jersey will be in red, white and blue. Last week, Plante was named to…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Chisholm Native Eli Sundquist Among Four All-Star Selections for Duluth Huskies

Sundquist has been stellar on the mound for the Huskies this season with 39 strikeouts, which ranks fifth in the entire Northwoods League.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday, the Northwoods League announced the rosters for this year’s All-Star game and the Duluth Huskies will have four representatives: infielder Ambren Voitik, third baseman Mike Boeve, along with pitchers will McEntire and Chisholm native Eli Sundquist. “I was pretty surprised. I was happy, excited, just all the above. It was nice to get that nomination to…

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College, Sports

Merissa Edwards Named Interim Athletic Director at St. Scholastica

Edwards will oversee St. Scholastica's transition into the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference this fall.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday afternoon, the College of St. Scholastica announced that Merissa Edwards has been named the interim athletic director for the 2021-2022 academic year. She’s been part of the athletic department since 2010, including the last four years as the assistant A.D. of compliance and business. Edwards will oversee St. Scholastica’s transition into the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference…
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Hockey Star Maddie Rooney Vying for Spot on Team USA Roster

Former UMD women's hockey goalie Maddie Rooney has been named to her second U.S. Olympic residency roster.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former UMD women’s hockey goalie Maddie Rooney has been named to her second U.S. Olympic residency roster. She will be one of 27 players vying for a spot on Team USA for the 2022 Winter Olympics. The Andover native made international headlines when she backstopped her country to a gold medal over Canada in the 2018 Winter…

Gitchi Gummi Soccer
High School, Sports

Gitchi Gummi Soccer Club Still Going Strong After 30 Years of Success

The club has seen a recent explosion of talent with 40 teams and over 600 players, as well as their youth program that feeds into those competitive teams.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Since 1991, the Gitchi Gummi Soccer Club has been the premier organization when it comes to youth players who want to step up their game. And they’ve got a track record that is second to none. The club has seen a recent explosion of talent with 40 teams and over 600 players, as well as their youth…

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College, High School, Sports

Grand Rapids’ Kodi Miller Commits to Itasca CC Baseball Team

This past season, Miller finished with a batting average over .350 with two home runs and 26 RBI.
Sam Ali,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – This week, Grand Rapids standout Kodi Miller has committed to joining the Itasca Community College baseball team. Miller was the varsity catcher for the Thunderhawks for the past four years, including his senior campaign where he helped Grand Rapids advance to the state championship game for the first time in over 30 years. This past season,…

Cloquet Invite
Professional Sports, Sports

90th Annual Cloquet Golf Invitational Begins This Weekend

The action begins Friday with the championship flights taking place on Sunday. Fans are welcome to attend.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – This weekend, the 90th annual Cloquet Golf Invitational will be taking place at the Cloquet Country CLub. This year’s installment will have a few changes, including a 21-and-over age limit. Other than that, it’s expected to be another competitive bracket of 180 golfers, including some of the best names in the Northland. “I think there’s some good…

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College, Sports

Duluth FC Rolls Past La Crosse with Home Shutout

Sidney Warden scored two goals in the first half.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sidney Warden scored two goals in the first half to help Duluth FC knock off La Crosse Aris FC 6-0 Wednesday night at Public Schools Stadium. James Westfield, Dylan Summer, Danny Torres and Rui Vale also scored for the Bluegreens, who move up to second place in the North Conference Division. Duluth FC will be back in…

Rba Basketball
Community, Sports

Youth Camps Underway for Rookie Basketball Association

This week, 4th through 6th graders are participating as they work on developing their individual and team skills.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Youth basketball summer clinics have returned for the Rookie Basketball Association at the Duluth Salvation Army. This week, 4th through 6th graders are participating as they work on developing their individual and team skills. RBA is modeling their summer camps on the upcoming Summer Olympics, with the motto: “Faster. Higher. Stronger.” “What is it going to take…

Open Skate
Community, Sports

Duluth Parks and Recreation Hosting Open Skate at Heritage Center

It only costs three dollars for anyone interested in some extra ice time, or even those who want to try skating for the first time.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – What are usually some of the best places to be in the summer? Ice cream shops, beaches, pools and basically any place that has air conditioning. But in the Northland, ice rinks are still as busy as they are when there’s snow on the ground. Duluth Parks and Recreation has been hosting open skate sessions at the…

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