Author: Sam Ali

Cloquet And Superior 5 11
High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Cloquet Blanks Duluth East, Superior Tops Hermantown Behind Zembo’s No-Hitter

It was a pair of shutouts on Wednesday afternoon for the Lumberjacks and the Spartans.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – After two lightning delays, the Cloquet softball team would go on to defeated Duluth East 16-0 in four innings Wednesday afternoon at Braun Park. In other prep softball action, Haley Zembo would finish with a no-hitter as Superior blanked Hermantown 4-0 at Rose Road Field. Categories: High School, Sports

Uws Baseball
College, Sports

UWS Baseball Eyeing Deep Run in UMAC Tournament

UWS will open up against top-seeded Northwestern with the first pitch coming at 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – It’s playoff time in the world of college baseball. The UMAC tournament is set to begin Thursday down in St. Paul and UW-Superior is hoping to make the rest of the bracket feel the sting. The Yellowjackets battled to the very end of the regular season to clinch their sixth straight trip to the postseason. And they’ve…

They Reback
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Seven Seniors Set to Return Next Season for UMD Women’s Hockey Team

The group has been part of the first back-to-back Frozen Four appearances for the program in over a decade.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team announced Wednesday that seven seniors will be returning next season. The group includes Gabbie Hughes, Naomi Rogge, Ashton Bell, Kylie Hanley, Taylor Anderson, Anneke Linser and Maggie Flaherty. This comes as last month, goaltender Emma Soderberg announced that she would be returning for her fifth year with the Bulldogs. The group has…

Uws Tennis
College, Sports

UW-Superior Tennis’ Callaway, Janes, Schaffner Take Home Top UMAC Honors

Duluth East alum Maya Callaway wins the award for the second straight season after going undefeated as the Yellowjackets' #1 singles player.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – UW-Superior junior Maya Callaway has been named UMAC women’s tennis Player of the Year. The Duluth East alum wins the award for the second straight season after going undefeated as the Yellowjackets’ #1 singles player. On the men’s side, Michael Janes took home top honors from the UMAC, the first-ever in program history. Head coach CeeJay Schaffner…

Zach Otto Fisher
College, Sports

Zach Otto-Fisher Steps Down as Head Coach of UW-Superior Women’s Basketball Team

He was named UMAC Coach of the Year twice during his tenure with the Yellowjackets.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Zach Otto-Fisher announced Wednesday that he is stepping down as head coach of the UW-Superior women’s basketball team. Otto-Fisher spent five seasons at UWS, guiding the program to two UMAC regular season titles and one tournament championship. He was also named UMAC Coach of the Year twice. A national search for his replacement will begin immediately. Categories:…

Sadasdasd
High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Esko, Cloquet Victorious at Home; Duluth East Drops Road Doubleheader

It was a good day on the diamond for the Eskomos and the Lumberjacks.
Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – The Esko baseball team would score 10 runs in the fourth inning as they defeated Proctor 13-3 in five innings Tuesday afternoon. In other prep baseball action, Cloquet held on for a home win over Grand Rapids 7-6 and Duluth East was swept in a road doubleheader against Bemidji 9-7 and 8-5. Categories: High School, Sports

Bris
High School, Sports

Prep Girls Lacrosse: Duluth Earns Senior Night Win Over Grand Rapids/Greenway, Hermantown/Proctor Falls at Home

The Wolfpack would score four unanswered goals in the final eight minutes of the match.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth girls lacrosse team scored four unanswered goals in the final eight minutes as the Wolfpack defeated Grand Rapids/Greenway 11-10 Tuesday night at Ordean Stadium. In other prep girls lacrosse action, Hermantown/Proctor dropped a home match to Forest Lake 20-1. Categories: High School, Sports

Evan Nelson
High School, Sports

Dream Come True: Evan Nelson Talks Taking Over Superior Boys Hockey Program

The Superior alum has been coaching in the Spartans program since 2009.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – This past weekend, Superior High School announced that Evan Nelson is taking over as head coach of the boys hockey team. He’s got some big shoes to fill as he’ll take over for Jason Kalin. But he says an in-house hire is beneficial for the players and the program. “It’s important for the kids, I think. It’s…

Boys Volleyball
High School, Sports

MSHSL Votes Against Sanctioning Boys High School Volleyball

This is the third time that the bid has failed, despite support from more than 50 clubs throughout the state.
Sam Ali,

BROOKYLN PARK, Minn. – Tuesday morning, the Minnesota State High School League voted against sanctioning high school boys volleyball as a varsity sport. The final vote fell one short of approval. According to the Minnesota Boys High School Volleyball Twitter page, the issues ranged from season of play to concerns with Title IX violations, as well as the issue of…

Umd Baseball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Baseball Team Shatters Pre-Season Expectations with First NSIC Tournament Berth Since 2017

UMD will open up against Minnesota State Mankato. First pitch on Wednesday is set for 6:30 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The NSIC pre-season polls had the UMD baseball team ranked 13th out of 14 going into the 2022 season. Those expectations are a distant memory as the Bulldogs would end up finishing sixth in the conference. We wrote that on the whiteboard in the locker room, kind of like a motivation kind of thing because we knew…

Prchtonwsoftba
High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Proctor Tops Moose Lake-Willow River, Hermantown Blanks Virginia

The Rails and Hawks were victorious on their home fields Monday afternoon.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – A three-run home run in the first inning would be the difference as the Proctor softball team defeated Moose Lake-Willow River 3-1 Monday afternoon at Egerdahl Field. In other prep softball action, it was Hermantown knocking off Virginia 11-0 in five innings. Categories: High School, Sports

Matt Krivinchuk
High School, Sports

Superior Native Matt Krivinchuk Named New Head Coach of Proctor Football Team

Krivinchuk played and coached for the Spartans football program, including last season as the team's defensive coordinator.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – At Monday night’s Proctor School Board meeting, Matt Krivinchuk was named the new head coach of the Rails football team. The Superior native played and coached for the Spartans football program, including last season as the team’s defensive coordinator. Krivinchuk also spent time on the coaching staff at St. Scholastica. He takes over for Derek Parendo, who…

Kraemers
College, Sports

UW-Superior Softball’s Kaela, Tayler Kraemer Earn Top UMAC Honors

Kaela Kraemer was named Conference Player of the Year, while Tayler Kraemer earned the Pitcher of the Year award.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A pair of UW-Superior softball sisters took home top honors from the UMAC. Kaela Kraemer was named Conference Player of the Year, while Tayler Kraemer earned the Pitcher of the Year award. Kaela wrapped up her junior season leading the NCAA in stolen bases with 71. Tayler went 20-7 this past season with an ERA just over…

Jess Healy
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Women’s Hockey Captain Jess Healy Signs with PHF’s Buffalo Beauts

Healy spent the past three seasons in Sweden's SDHL, serving as an alternate and team captain of her team.
Sam Ali,

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Former UMD women’s hockey captain Jess Healy has signed a two-year contract with the Buffalo Beauts of the PHF. Healy spent the past three seasons in Sweden’s SDHL, serving as an alternate and team captain of her team. In 105 regular season games, she tallied 21 goals and 58 assists. Internationally, Healy played for Team Canada in…

Prep Baseball
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Superior Baseball Earns Road Win Over Duluth Denfeld

The Spartans will be back in action this weekend with a tournament at DC Everest.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In a high-scoring affair, the Superior baseball team picked up a road win over Duluth Denfeld 13-6 Friday afternoon at Wade Stadium. The Spartans will be back in action this weekend with a tournament at DC Everest. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Umd Softball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Season Ends at NSIC Tournament for UMD Softball Team

UMD finishes the year with an overall record of 39-16.
Sam Ali,

ROCHESTER, Minn. – The UMD softball team defeated Southwest Minnesota State 1-0 to avoid elimination from the NSIC tournament. But a loss to Minnesota State Mankato in the following game 3-2 ended the season for the Bulldogs. UMD finishes the year with an overall record of 39-16. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Softball Earns Back-to-Back Wins to Advance to UMAC Championship Game

The Yellowjackets advance to the UMAC championship game to face Bethany Lutheran as they will need two wins over the Vikings to punch their ticket to the NCAA tournament.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – After dropping its UMAC tournament opener, the UW-Superior softball team defeated Northwestern 3-1 and Minnesota Morris 9-1 Friday afternoon at the NBC Spartan Sports Complex. The Yellowjackets advance to the UMAC championship game to face Bethany Lutheran as they will need two wins over the Vikings to punch their ticket to the NCAA tournament. First pitch in…

Kora Forsline
College, High School, Sports

Mesabi East’s Kora Forsline Signs NLI for St. Cloud State Women’s Basketball

Forsline wrapped up her high school career scoring over 1,000 points and becoming the program's all-time leader in rebounds.
Sam Ali,

AURORA, Minn. – Mesabi East’s Kora Forsline has signed her National Letter of Intent to join the St. Cloud State women’s basketball team. Forsline wrapped up her high school career scoring over 1,000 points and becoming the program’s all-time leader in rebounds. Forsline played five sports in high school, but basketball was always her favorite, especially within her family. “My…

Niko Rexine
College, Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Forward Niko Rexine Named Midwest Division Rookie of the Year

Rexine also earned All-Rookie First Team honors after leading his team in assists with 44 and points with 61.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Minnesota Wilderness forward Niko Rexine has been named NAHL Midwest Division Rookie of the Year. He also earned All-Rookie First Team honors after leading his team in assists with 44 and points with 61. This week, Rexine was taken in the third round of the USHL Phase II Draft by the Muskegon Lumberjacks. He is also committed…

Jungle Gym Mma
Professional Sports, Sports

Jungle Gym MMA Well-Represented at Upcoming Event

Friday night's event will be streamed online on UFC Fight Pass.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – West Fargo, North Dakota is hosting a stacked card of mixed martial arts fights Friday night, which features a trio of fighters from Duluth’s own Jungle Gym MMA. Duluth native Taylor Allen will be making his MMA debut at the event. Allen says he has competed at a few grappling tournaments and even has a boxing match…

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High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Duluth Marshall, Duluth East Victorious at Home

It was a great day on the diamond for the Hilltoppers and the Greyhounds.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Marshall baseball team would scored seven runs in the fifth and sixth innings to get the win over Grand Rapids 9-4 Thursday afternoon at Wade Stadium. In other prep baseball action, Duluth East used a strong start to get the home win over Hermantown 11-4. Categories: High School, Sports

Uws Softball
College, Sports

UW-Superior Softball Drops UMAC Playoff Opener to Minnesota Morris

The Yellowjackets move on to face Northwestern Friday morning to try and dig out of the bottom of the bracket.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Minnesota Morris scored two runs in the fifth inning as they held on to beat UW-Superior 2-0 in the opener of the UMAC softball tournament Thursday afternoon. The Yellowjackets move on to face Northwestern Friday morning to try and dig out of the bottom of the bracket. Categories: College, Sports

Umpire Clicni
High School, Sports

Northland Umpire Development Alliance to Host Free Training Sessions for Youth Umpires

The sessions will take place Sunday May 8th and Saturday May 14th at the Wheeler Fields in Duluth.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland Umpire Development Alliance will be hosting training sessions for new baseball officials. The sessions will focus mainly on younger-aged umpires. Organizers say the older officials need to do a better job of passing the torch to the younger generation in order to reverse the damage done by the nationwide shortage of umpires. “Our group has…

Cj Ham
Professional Sports, Sports

Registration Open for Summer Football Camp Hosted by Vikings Fullback, Denfeld Alum CJ Ham

All proceeds will go towards diversity scholarship opportunities in the Duluth area.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Next month, one of the most popular summer camps in Duluth is making its return. Minnesota Vikings fullback and Duluth Denfeld alum CJ Ham announced this week he is bringing back his football camp to Public Schools Stadium. The camp will have two sessions on June 11th. The morning will be grades 1st through 4th and in…

Kuhlman
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Men’s Hockey Captain, Esko Native Karson Kuhlman Named to U.S. Men’s National Team

The IIHF world championships will begin next Friday in Finland.
Sam Ali,

COLRADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Former UMD men’s hockey captain Karson Kuhlman has been named to the U.S. men’s national roster that will compete at the IIHF men’s world championships. The Esko native has split time this season in the NHL with the Boston Bruins and the Seattle Kraken. This past weekend, Kuhlman played in his 100th career NHL game. The…

Wilderness Hockey
College, Sports

Resiliency Continues to Show During Playoff Run for Minnesota Wilderness

The Wilderness will head back to Alaska to now face the Anchorage Wolverines, a team they took two of three from during the regular season.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Back in December, the Minnesota Wilderness dropped nine games in a row. And just when they were written off by the rest of the league, they rallied in the second half of the season to clinch a playoff spot. Last week, the Wilderness lost the first two games of their series against division champs Fairbanks. And when…

Umd Bmse Camp
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Fun and Games for Kids at UMD BMSE’s Sports Camp

The BMSE group says it hopes to make the camp a regular event moving forward.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Public Schools Stadium was the place to be Wednesday for kids to get outside and enjoy the weather with their favorite UMD Bulldogs. The Black Men Serving Excellence group hosted a special sports camp at Denfeld High School. The event was free to the public and featured several activities including football, soccer and tug of war. Organizers…

Bella Scaia
College, High School, Sports

Hibbing’s Bella Scaia Signs NLI for St. Catherine Volleyball, Softball

Scaia was a four-year varsity player on the Bluejackets volleyball team, appearing in every set of every match in the past three years.
Sam Ali,

HIBBING, Minn. – Wednesday morning, Hibbing’s Bella Scaia signed her National Letter of Intent to join the volleyball and softball teams at St. Catherine University. Scaia says she plans to major in nursing, which will keep her extra busy while playing two sports at the college level. “I’m very excited, but it’s definitely going to be a challenge. A little…

Ryan Thomsche
College, High School, Sports

Cloquet’s Ryan Tomsche Commits to UWS Men’s Soccer Team

Tomsche captained the Lumberjacks to their second-ever section title and first since 2011.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – This week, Cloquet’s Ryan Tomsche put pen to paper on his commitment to join the UW-Superior men’s soccer team. This past fall, the center midfielder anchored CEC’s first line of defense for a squad that had a goals against average against under one. Tomsche also captained the Lumberjacks to their second-ever section title and first since 2011….

Pionk
College, High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Aaron Pionk Selected in First Round of USHL Phase II Draft

Pionk currently skates for the Minnesota Wilderness and is fourth on the team among defenseman in points.
Sam Ali,

CHICAGO, Ill. – The USHL held its Phase II Draft Wednesday afternoon. And with the fourth overall pick, Waterloo selected Hermantown native Aaron Pionk. Other selections include a pair of Grand Rapids teammates as Hunter Bischoff went in the fourth roun to Youngstown and Ren Morque was a ninth-round selection for Sioux City. Also, Eveleth native Will Troutwine was taken…

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High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Duluth Marshall Blanks Duluth Denfeld, Proctor Earns Walk-Off Win Over Superior

The Hilltoppers shutout the Hunters while the Rails won a thriller over the Spartans.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Freshman pitcher Owen Marsolek pitched a complete game, allowing three hits and no runs while striking out 10 batters as the Duluth Marshall baseball team shutout Duluth Denfeld 3-0 Tuesday afternoon at Wade Stadium. In other prep baseball action, AJ Reyelts hit a sac fly in the bottom of the seventh to give Proctor the walk-off win…

Uws Tennis
College, Sports

UWS Men’s Tennis Captures First Outright UMAC Regular Season Title in Program History

The Yellowjackets will open the UMAC tournament taking on fourth-seeded Minnesota Morris in the semi-finals on Friday
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s tennis team made some major history this past weekend. The Yellowjackets wrapped up their regular season schedule going undefeated in the UMAC and winning their first outright conference title in program history. And the team hopes to keep the good times rolling in the UMAC tournament this weekend. “You know, it was right from…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Baseball Sweeps Southwest Minnesota State in Home Finale

The Bulldogs will close out their regular season with a three-game road series against Bemidji State.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD baseball team would score seven runs in third inning to get the win over Southwest Minnesota State 10-7 Tuesday afternoon at Wade Stadium. And in Game 2, the Bulldogs knocked off the Mustangs 8-6 to sweep the doubleheader. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Mike Randolph
High School, Sports

Former Duluth East Hockey Coach Mike Randolph Named New Head Coach at St. Thomas Academy

Randolph spent this past season as an assistant coach with the Cadets after coaching the Greyhounds for over 30 years.
Sam Ali,

MENDOTA HEIGHTS, Minn. – Former Duluth East hockey coach Mike Randolph has been named the new head coach at St. Thomas Academy. Randolph spent this past season as an assistant coach with the Cadets after coaching the Greyhounds for over 30 years. Randolph has the third-most wins ever for a head coach and in his time at East appeared in…

Umdsportscamp
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD BMSE Student Group to Host Free Sports Camp at Public Schools Stadium

The camp is open to boys and girls ages K through 8th grade and there is no need to register in advance.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Throughout the year, UMD hosts several camps, whether it’s with the women’s basketball team or the football team. And later this week, the Bulldogs will host another one with a special goal. A free sports camp will take place this Wednesday at Denfeld High School’s Public Schools Stadium. The event is hosted by the UMD Black Men…

Duluth Fc
College, Sports

Duluth FC Footballers Put Pen to Paper on Signing Day

The Bluegreens will open their season this Saturday on the road against Joy Athletic.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Monday afternoon, Duluth FC held a special signing day at St. Luke’s to welcome the players for this upcoming season. The roster is filled with players from all over the world, including a handful of footballers from last year’s squad. When asked for reasons why they decided to come back, their love for the fanbase was near…

Css Baseball
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Baseball Celebrates Senior Day with Sweep Over St. Olaf

The Saints will be back in action Tuesday afternoon with a road doubleheader against Gustavus Adolphus.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Senior Day, the St. Scholastica baseball team earned a home sweep over St. Olaf 3-0 in Game 1 and 4-3 in Game 2 Monday afternoon at Wade Stadium. The Saints will be back in action Tuesday afternoon with a road doubleheader against Gustavus Adolphus. Categories: College, Sports

Esko Softball
High School, Sports

Esko Softball Hangs On for Home Win Over Duluth Denfeld

The Eskomos will be back at it again Tuesday afternoon at home against Virginia.
Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – In a back-and-forth battle, the Esko softball team shook off a slow start and held on for a tight win at home over Duluth Denfeld 6-5 in eight innings Monday afternoon at the Esko Sports Complex. The Eskomos will be back at it again Tuesday afternoon at home against Virginia. Categories: High School, Sports

Cloquet Baseball
High School, Sports

Home Opener Ends with Nail-Biting Win for Cloquet Baseball Team

Kade Kolodge would throw six scoreless innings for the Lumberjacks as Hayes would close out the Wolves in the seventh, who stranded the bases loaded to end the game.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Senior Marshall Hayes would knock in the only run of the game in the bottom of the sixth as the Cloquet baseball team held on to beat Milaca 1-0 Monday afternoon at Mettner Field. Kade Kolodge would throw six scoreless innings for the Lumberjacks as Hayes would close out the Wolves in the seventh, who stranded the…

Vieau
High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Vieau, Grand Rapids’ Rohloff Selected in USHL Phase I Draft

Vieau was selected by the Tri-City Storm, while Rohloff was picked by the Fargo Force
Sam Ali,

CHICAGO, Ill. – The USHL held its Phase I Draft Monday afternoon and a pair of Northland natives heard their names called. Hermantown’s Dallas Vieau was selected in the seventh round by the Tri-City Storm. Vieau was fourth on the Hawks in goals scored, helping the team capture the 2022 Class A state championship. In the ninth round, the Fargo…

Ryden Donovan
College, Sports

Former Duluth East Hockey Standout Ryder Donovan Transfers from Wisconsin to Vermont

Donovan spent the past three seasons with the Badgers, totaling 12 points in 88 games.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former Duluth East hockey star Ryder Donovan is transferring from Wisconsin to Vermont. The forward confirmed the move on his Twitter account. Donovan spent the past three seasons with the Badgers, totaling 12 points in 88 games. The 21-year-old will have two more years of eligibility with the Catamounts with the extra year due to the pandemic….

Asdasdasdasd
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

St. Scholastica Holds Dedication Ceremony for Dan Seeler Entry Hall

The space will feature the new CSS Athletics Hall of Fame Wall, which includes Seeler's name from 2013.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday, St. Scholastica held a special dedication ceremony for the new Dan Seeler Entry Hall in the Burns Wellness Commons named after the former CSS soccer and hockey player. Seeler played for the Saints from 1978 to 1982. The space will feature the new CSS Athletics Hall of Fame Wall, which includes Seeler’s name from 2013. “The…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Melissa Fracker

For this week's segment, we chat with the head coach of the UW-Superior softball team.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from UW-Superior softball coach Melissa Fracker as the Yellowjackets will wrap up their regular season this weekend. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Prcdenbaseball
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Proctor, Duluth Denfeld Take Care of Business at Home

Home field advantage was key for the Rails and the Hunters.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – The Proctor baseball team continued its stellar start to the season, defeating Warroad 10-4 Friday afternoon at Egerdahl Field. In other prep baseball action, CJ Christianson allowed just two hits while striking out 13 batters to help Duluth Denfeld knock off Hibbing 3-1 at Wade Stadium. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Olin Resigns
High School, Sports

Courtney Olin Steps Down as Head Coach of CEC Girls Hockey Team

Olin's decision comes as she will look to continue her career in education.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Seven seasons, 105 wins and an unforgettable run to the 2020 state championship game. That’s the resume for Courtney Olin as she announced earlier this week that she is stepping down as head coach of the CEC girls hockey team. And Olin says it was not at all an easy decision to make. “The moment I was…

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