Author: Sam Ali

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High School, Sports

Five-Goal Game Could Mean More D1 Offers for Proctor/Hermantown’s Alyssa Watkins

Watkins is not currently committed to playing college hockey, but she does want to play at the Division I level.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The prep hockey world is still buzzing after Proctor/Hermantown’s Alyssa Watkins scored five goals in a win over Luverne in the Class A state quarterfinals. Watkins is not currently committed to playing college hockey, but she does want to play at the Division I level. And maybe her performance could help with some much-deserved exposure. “Obviously, this…

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High School, News, News - Latest News, Sports

Hermantown Boys Hockey Varsity Team in Quarantine, JV Squad to Play in State Quarterfinals

The vast majority of the varsity team will not take part in the game, but members of the junior varsity squad will made eligible to play.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown boys hockey team will be shorthanded for Tuesday’s Class A state quarterfinals game against Dodge County due to exposure to COVID-19. The vast majority of the varsity team will not take part in the game, but members of the junior varsity squad will made eligible to play. Here’s the official statement from athletic director Beth…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Girls Basketball Hold Off Esko to Win Second Straight Section Championship

Senior Gianna Kneepkens led all scorers with 31 points.
Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – Senior Gianna Kneepkens led all scorers with 31 points as the Duluth Marshall girls basketball team held off a late rally from Esko to pick up the win 63-52 in the Section 7AA championship game. Ava Meierotto chipped in with 14 points to help the Hilltoppers punch their ticket to the state tournament for the second straight…

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High School, Sports

Watkins’ Big Day Powers Proctor/Hermantown Girls Hockey Past Luverne in State Quarterfinals

Watkins tied a state tournament record with four goals in the second period.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Senior forward Alyssa Watkins finished with five goals, including three shorthanded, as the Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team rolled past Luverne 8-0 Friday afternoon in the Class A state quarterfinals. Reese Hientzman, Hannah Kaupinnen and Ella Anick also scored for the Mirage, who move on to the state semi-finals where they will face #2 seed Warroad. Puck…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Michigan Withdraws From NCAA Tournament, UMD Men’s Hockey Advance to Regional Finals

The UMD men's hockey team now moves on to the regional final to face the winner of North Dakota vs. American International.
Sam Ali,

FARGO, N.D. – It was a shocking start to the NCAA men’s hockey regional tournament as the University of Michigan has withdrawn due to a positive COVID-19 case. The UMD men’s hockey team now moves on to the regional final to face the winner of North Dakota vs. American International. The regional final is still scheduled for Saturday night. Categories:…

Hermantown Bhky
High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Hockey Take Down Duluth Denfeld to Win Section 7A Championship

Seniors Joey Pierce and Ethan Lund each scored twice as the Hermantown boys hockey team defeated Duluth Denfeld 7-1 to win the Section 7A championship.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Seniors Joey Pierce and Ethan Lund each scored twice as the Hermantown boys hockey team defeated Duluth Denfeld 7-1 to win the Section 7A championship. George Peterson, Aydyn Dowd and Beau Janzig also scored for the Hawks, who are going to the Class A state tournament for the 11th time in the past 12 seasons. Kade Shea…

East Boys Basketball
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Basketball Win First Section Title Since 2012

It is the Greyhounds first section title since 2012 and the first for head coach Rhett McDonald.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Senior guard Giovani Saldivar led the way with 24 points as the Duluth East boys basketball team got the home win over Coon Rapids 74-60 Thursday night. It is the Greyhounds first section title since 2012 and the first for head coach Rhett McDonald. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: Moose Lake-Willow River, Hibbing Moving On to State Tournament

The Rebels and Bluejackets won their section championships on the road Thursday night.
Sam Ali,

PEQUOT LAKES, Minn. – In the Section 7AA championship game, Moose Lake-Willow River scored early and often as they knocked off Pequot Lakes 57-51 for their second-ever trip to the Class AA state tournament. And in Section 7AAA, it was Hibbing getting the win over defending section champs Princeton 80-59. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Girls Basketball Team Wins Section 7AAA Championship

The Thunderhawks are back in the state tournament after a two-year hiatus.
Sam Ali,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Kyra Giffen and Braya LaPlant led the way as the Grand Rapids girls basketball team used a strong second half to defeat Chisago Lakes 58-48 to win the Section 7AAA championship. And in Section 7A, Mountain Iron-Buhl stifled Cherry defensively as the Rangers rolled past the Tigers 60-28. Jordan Zubich led MIB with 25 points. Categories:…

Umd Mens Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Set to Battle Michigan in Regional Semi-Finals

Puck drop Friday at the Scheels Arena is set for 3 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The last time the UMD men’s hockey team faced Michigan, Kyle Schmidt scored the overtime game winner to give the Bulldogs their first ever national championship back in 2011. Fast forward ten years later, and the two teams will clash once again. The Bulldog make their return to the NCAA tournament to defend the back-to-back titles they…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Arkhip Ledenkov Becomes Program’s First and Only NCHA Co-Freshman of the Year

He was also named to the All-Freshman Team, along with his twin brother Filimon, who led all NCHA freshman with 12 points.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday, St. Scholastica’s Arkhip Ledenkov was named NCHA Co-Rookie of the Year. He becomes the program’s first and only only honoree as the Saints are heading to the MIAC next season. In only six conference games, Ledenkov finished fifth overall in scoring with eight goals and three assists. He was also named to the All-Freshman Team, along…

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Community, Sports

Fitger’s 5K Increases In-Person Capacity to 900

The race will now have 20 waves of 45 people, which will be separated by five minutes each.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon-Duluth and the Young Athletes Foundation announced this week that the in-person capacity for the 2021 Fitger’s 5K has been increased to 900 runners. The news follows the announcement of loosened statewide restrictions by governor Tim Walz. The race will now have 20 waves of 45 people, which will be separated by five minutes each. Masks…

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High School, Sports

Prep Girls Basketball: Esko, Duluth Marshall Advance to Section 7AA Championship

The Eskomos will host the Hilltoppers Friday night in the section championship game. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m.
Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – In the Section 7AA girls basketball semi-finals, Esko needed overtime to knock off Crosby-Ironton 63-60 and Duluth Marshall used a strong second half to top Pequot Lakes 92-75. The Eskomos will host the Hilltoppers Friday night in the section championship game. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Hockey
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Falls to Andover in Section 7AA Boys Hockey Final

Braeden Holcomb and Hayden DeMars each scored for the Thunderhawks, who finish their season with a 15-2-1 overall record.
Sam Ali,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – A three-goal deficit would be too much to battle back from as the Grand Rapids boys hockey team fell to Andover 3-2 Wednesday night in the Section 7AA championship game. Braeden Holcomb and Hayden DeMars each scored for the Thunderhawks, while Garrett Schifsky finished with a hat trick for the Huskies, who won their second straight…

Duluth Fc
Professional Sports, Sports

Player Signings Build Excitement for Upcoming Duluth FC Season

Duluth FC will open their season at home on May 22nd against the Joy Athletic Club.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday, Duluth FC announced some player signings to begin to build excitement for the upcoming season. The Bluegreens did not get to play at all last year due to the pandemic. But now that the roster almost set and the schedule is finalized, the team is anxious is finally get back on the pitch. “There was always…

Ph Mirage
High School, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown Girls Hockey Excited for Another Trip to State Tournament

Puck drop for Friday's game against Luverne at the Xcel Energy Center is set for 1 p.m.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – After a one-year hiatus last season, the Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team took care of business this past weekend as they are heading back to the state tournament for fifth time since 2014. The Mirage will carry their undefeated record to the Xcel Energy Center, a place many of the players have already been to. So for this…

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: MLWR Upsets Duluth Marshall, Duluth East Takes Down Forest Lake

The Rebels and Greyhounds advance to their respective section championship games.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In the Section 7AA boys basketball semi-finals, Moose Lake-Willow River avenge their loss early in the season to get the upset win over Duluth Marshall 87-73 Tuesday night. The Rebels advance to the section title game Thursday night to face Pequot Lakes, who defeated Esko in the other semi-final game. And in Section 7AAAA, Duluth East used…

Htown Den Bhky
High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: Hermantown, Duluth Denfeld Advance to Section 7A Championship Game

For the second straight season, the Hawks will face the Hunters in the section championship game
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – In the Section 7A boys hockey semi-finals, Hermantown blanked Virginia/MIB 8-0 and Duluth Denfeld defeated Hibbing/Chisholm 6-1. For the second straight season, the Hawks will face the Hunters in the section championship game, which will take place Thursday night at the Hermantown Ice Arena. Categories: High School, Sports

Alex Mcphee
College, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown’s Alex McPhee Prepares for Trip to Wrestling State Tournament

McPhee becomes just the second wrestler in the program's eight-year history to take part in the state finals tournament.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Alex McPhee is a member of the Proctor/Hermantown United wrestling team. Now he’s not jumping off of steel cages or putting guys through burning tables. But he is heading to the state tournament later this week. McPhee will compete in the 160-pound weight class after a top-two finish in the prelims this past weekend. He becomes just…

Tp Gymnastics
High School, Sports

Twin Ports Gymnastics Seeking Funds for New Spring Floor

The focus of this fundraiser will be to replace their spring floor, which is over 15 years old.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Twin Ports Gymnastics has started a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for some new equipment. And while the gym needs major pieces of equipment, the focus of this fundraiser will be to replace their spring floor, which is over 15 years old. “The floor gets used every single day, out of pretty much seven days a week….

Vekich
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids/Greenway’s Claire Vekich Named Finalist for Ms. Hockey Award

Vekich was fantastic in her senior campaign for the Lightning, leading the team in goals, assists and total points.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Grand Rapids/Greenway’s Claire Vekich has been named a finalist for the Ms. Hockey award, given to the best female senior hockey player in the state of Minnesota. Vekich was fantastic in her senior campaign for the Lightning, leading the team in goals, assists and total points. And in the entire state, she was third in goals…

Shanks Loyola
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Carson Shanks Looks Back on 2018 Final Four Run at Loyola Chicago

Shanks was a member of the Loyola Chicago team that shocked everyone in 2018 and made it all the way to the Final Four.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The NCAA men’s basketball tournament is well underway and so far, it has not disappointed. Millions of brackets have been busted after the first two rounds, thanks to some major upsets. And it’s bringing back fond memories for one local coach. UMD men’s basketball assistant coach Carson Shanks was a member of the Loyola Chicago team that…

Umd Sports
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Coaches Talk New Spring Exhibition Schedules

We have reaction from the head coaches of the football, volleyball and women's soccer team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Last week, UMD announced that the fall sports which had their seasons postponed would be back in action this spring for exhibition games. The football team will have three scheduled games, including a spring showdown next month where they will host three other teams. And any amount of games will be crucial for the development of several…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

All Five Minnesota D1 Men’s Hockey Programs to Play in NCAA Tournament for First Time Ever

A few of the head coaches spoke about that achievement, including Mavericks head coach Mike Hastings, Gophers head coach Bob Motzko and Bulldogs head coach Scott Sandelin.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – During Sunday’s Selection Show for the NCAA men’s hockey tournament, we learned that all five Division I men’s hockey programs in the state of Minnesota, including UMD, the University of Minnesota, St. Cloud state, Minnesota State Mankato and Bemidji State, are taking part in the ncaa tournament. A few of the head coaches spoke about that achievement,…

Carson Schulte
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Soccer, Hockey Teams Show Support for Hospitalized Teammate

His family was overwhelmed by the gesture that they say will go a long way in helping with his recovery.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Carson Schulte is a captain for the Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team and a team manager for the hockey team as well. Recently, he had to have emergency surgery for his Chron’s disease at Essentia Health so he’s been stuck in the ICU. His head coach Scott Anderson wanted to cheer him up so he had a…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Scott Antonutti

For this week's segment, we catch up with the head coach of the Esko girls basketball team.
Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we chat with Esko girls basketball coach Scott Antonutti as the top-seeded Eskomos begin their section playoff run this weekend. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: Duluth Marshall, Esko Move On to Section 7AA Semi-Finals

Duluth Marshall topped Crosby-Ironton 76-67 and Esko rolled past International Falls 80-42.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In the Section 7AA boys basketball quarterfinals, Duluth Marshall topped Crosby-Ironton 76-67 and Esko rolled past International Falls 80-42. The Hilltoppers advance to the semi-finals where they will host Moose Lake-Willow River. The Eskomos will travel to Pequot Lakes. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Girls Basketball: South Ridge, Cromwell-Wright Advance to Section 7A Semi-Finals

South Ridge defeated Cook County 66-48 and Cromwell-Wright knocked off Chisholm 67-34.
Sam Ali,

CULVER, Minn. – In the Section 7A girls basketball quarterfinals, South Ridge defeated Cook County 66-48 and Cromwell-Wright knocked off Chisholm 67-34. The Panthers move on to the semi-finals, where they will face Cherry. As for the Cardinals, they will see a familiar foe in top-seed Mountain Iron-Buhl. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown, Duluth Marshall Set to Meet in Section 7A Title Game

Puck drop for Saturday's game is set for 2:30 p.m.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Saturday afternoon, a spot in the Class A state tournament will be on the line as two of the best girls hockey teams in the Northland square off at the St. Luke’s Sports and Events Center: Proctor/Hermantown and Duluth Marshall. Let’s start with the Mirage, who are undefeated on the season. They haven’t lost a game since…

Umd Awards
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Bell, Soderberg Earn All-American Honors, Crowell Nominated for Coach of the Year

They become the first AHCA All-Americans for the program since Lara Stalder landed a First Team honor in 2017.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD’s Ashton Bell and Emma Soderberg have earned Second Team All-American honors from the American Hockey Coaches Association. Bell anchored one of the top defenses in the entire country and was the overtime hero for the Bulldogs in the national quarterfinals. Soderberg ranked top two in the NCAA in at least three goaltender categories for almost the…

Mr Hockey
High School, Sports

2021 Mr. Hockey Award Nominees Include Hermantown’s Pierce, Grand Rapids’ Peart

Pierce has captained the Hawks to the #2 ranking in Class A, while Peart has led the Thunderhawks in assists and total points.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Hermantown’s Joey Pierce and Grand Rapids’ Jack Peart have been named candidates for the 2021 Mr. Hockey Award, which is given to the best senior boys hockey player. Pierce has captained the Hawks to the #2 ranking in Class A, while Peart has led the Thunderhawks in assists and total points. The awards banquet will be…

Hannuksela
High School, Sports

Mesabi East’s Hannuksela Twins Become Fifth Siblings Ever to Score 2,000 Career Points

Hannah hit the milestone Thursday night, while Hunter reached that mark three weeks ago.
Sam Ali,

AURORA, Minn. – Thursday night, Mesabi East’s Hannah Hannuksela scored her 2000th career point in a playoff win over Pillager. Three weeks ago, her twin brother Hunter also hit that milestone, becoming just the fifth brother-sister combo to score 2,000 points in Minnesota state history. The first to do so was Chisholm’s Tom, Judy and Joel McDonald. Categories: High School,…

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High School, Sports

Superior’s Jake Smith Resigns as Head Coach of Spartans Boys Basketball Team

Smith spent the past eight years with the Spartans, notifying the team last week that he is stepping away to spend more time with his family.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Big news in Northland hoops as Superior’s Jake Smith has resigned as head coach of the boys basketball team. Smith spent the past eight years with the Spartans, notifying the team last week that he is stepping away to spend more time with his family. The 31-year-old went 101-85 in his tenure with his best year coming…

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High School, Sports

Prep Girls Hockey: Proctor/Hermantown, Duluth Marshall Advance to Section Championship Game

Puck drop for the Section 7A title game is set for 2:30 p.m. at the St. Luke's Sports and Event Center.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – An eight-goal second period would prove to be too much as the Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team rolled past Moose Lake 10-1 Thursday night in the Section 7A semi-finals. They will host Duluth Marshall in the section championship game after the Hilltoppers blanked Cloquet-Esko-Carlton at home. Puck drop for the Section 7A title game is set for 2:30…

Cec Boys Hockey
High School, Sports

CEC Boys Hockey Knock Off Duluth Marshall in Section 7AA Quarterfinals

Travis Berg and Dan DeMuth each scored for the Lumberjacks, who move on to face Grand Rapids Saturday in the section semi-finals.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Senior Zach Tyman would pitch a shutout in net as the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys hockey team defeated Duluth Marshall 2-0 Thursday night in the Section 7AA quarterfinals. Travis Berg and Dan DeMuth each scored for the Lumberjacks, who move on to face Grand Rapids Saturday in the section semi-finals. Categories: High School, Sports

Css Womens Hockey
College, Sports

CSS Women’s Hockey Set for Slaats Cup Finals Match-Up Against Adrian

Puck drop for Game 1 Friday night at Mars Lakeview Arena is set for 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica women’s hockey team is back in the Slaats Cup championship series for the third straight year. But it will be a familiar foe in their way as they face off against Adrian, who have won the last five NCHA tournament titles. This year’s series will be a little different though as the Saints will…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Fall in Overtime of NCAA Frozen Four Semi-Finals

Mannon McMahon and Taylor Anderson each scored in the second period for the Bulldogs.
Sam Ali,

ERIE, Pa. – Skylar Fontaine would score the game-winning goal with 26 seconds left in overtime to give Northeastern the 3-2 win over the UMD women’s hockey team Thursday afternoon in the NCAA Frozen Four semi-finals. Mannon McMahon and Taylor Anderson each scored in the second period for the Bulldogs. But the Huskies would score two goals of their own…

Mandy Pearson
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Mandy Pearson Reflects on Historic Women’s Basketball Season

Friday's win was Mandy Pearson's 100th at UMD as she became the fastest coach to hit that milestone in program history.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened. Those are the words still ringing true for the UMD women’s basketball team as their season came to an end last weekend in the NCAA tournament. And even after a loss, the Bulldogs had some good news to think about as head coach Mandy Pearson revealed Wednesday that…

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High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: Playoff Opening Wins for Esko, Duluth Marshall, Two Harbors

In the first round of the section playoffs, the Eskomos, Hilltoppers and Agates come out on top on their home floors.
Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – In the opening round of the Section 7AA boys basketball tournament, Esko got the best of Proctor 62-46 Wednesday night. The Eskomos move on to face International Falls in the quarterfinals after the Broncos upset Eveleth-Gilbert. Elsewhere in the bracket, Duluth Marshall defeated Mesabi East 97-64 while Two Harbors pulled away late to take down Pillager 73-57….

Umd Womens Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey to Meet Top-Seed Northeastern in Frozen Four Semi-Finals

Puck drop Thursday at the Erie Insurance Arena is set for 1 p.m. on ESPNU and ESPN3.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – 2010. That was the year the I-Pad came out and we haven’t hear from our kids since then. It was also the last time the UMD women’s hockey team took part in the NCAA Frozen Four and it was the year of their last national championship. The Bulldogs are coming off a thrilling win in the quarterfinals…

Umd Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Announces Spring Exhibition Schedule for Football, Volleyball, Women’s Soccer

The three teams had their fall seasons cancelled due to the pandemic.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday, UMD announced the spring exhibition schedules for the football, volleyball and women’s soccer teams, who had their fall seasons cancelled due to the pandemic. The football team will be hosting a “Spring Showdown” at Malosky Stadium on April 17th, along with Michigan Tech, Northern Michigan and Bemidji State. Volleyball will play a six-game schedule, while women’s…

Jungle Gym
Professional Sports, Sports

Jungle Gym Opens New 24/7 Location in Downtown Duluth

The gym is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for its members with the use of keyless entry cards.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – One of the most important aspects of any business is growth. Jungle Gym is in the business of boxing and now they’ve expanded into downtown Duluth. The new gym is now located on West First Street and features among other things, a much larger training space for its members. Owner Zach Walters says he always wanted to…

Cecmarsh
High School, Sports

Prep Girls Hockey: Cloquet-Esko-Carlton, Duluth Marshall, Grand Rapids/Greenway Advance to Section Semi-Finals

The Lumberjacks, Hilltoppers and Lightning all open their playoff runs with home wins.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – In the opening night of the girls hockey section playoffs, Cloquet-Esko-Carlton got the home win over North Shore 4-1 Tuesday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Brynn Martin, Tenley Stewart, Frankie Halverson and Dana Jones scored for the Lumberjacks, while Natalie Larson scored the lone goal for the Storm. CEC moves on to the section semi-finals…

Maura Crowell
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Maura Crowell Talks Picking Up 100th Career Coaching Win at UMD

Not only did she pick up her 100th career coaching victory at UMD, but she also did it against her alma mater.
Sam Ali,

ERIE, Pa. – Monday night, the UMD women’s hockey team won an overtime thriller over Colgate to punch their ticket to the Frozen Four for the first time in 11 years. It was a big night for head coach Maura Crowell, too. Not only did she pick up her 100th career coaching victory at UMD, but she also did it…

Umd Mens Hokcey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

After NCHC Semis Loss, UMD Men’s Hockey Now Await NCAA Tournament Fate

The Bulldogs now await Selection Sunday to find out if their season will continue in the NCAA Tournament.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Monday night, the UMD men’s hockey team dropped their NCHC Frozen Faceoff semi-final game to St. Cloud State. But that doesn’t mean their season is over. The Bulldogs now await Selection Sunday to find out if their season will continue in the NCAA Tournament. After that loss, head coach Scott Sandelin talked about his team’s chances. “It’s…

Noah Paulson
High School, Sports

Duluth East’s Noah Paulson Named Top-10 Finalist for Mr. Basketball Award

The future UMD Bulldog has been a beast for the Greyhounds this season, averaging over 17 points and nine rebounds.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, Duluth East’s Noah Paulson has been named a top-ten finalist for the Mr. Basketball Award. The future UMD Bulldog has been a beast for the Greyhounds this season, averaging over 17 points and nine rebounds while shooting over 63% from the field. The five finalists will be announced on March 30th. The winner will be…

Umd Women's Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bell’s OT Winner Sends UMD Women’s Hockey to Frozen Four

Junior netminder Emma Soderberg finished with 30 saves as the Bulldogs advance to their Frozen Four in 11 years.
Sam Ali,

ERIE, Pa. – Team captain Ashton Bell scored the lone goal of the game, but it would come in overtime as the UMD women’s hockey team defeated Colgate 1-0 in the NCAA quarterfinals. Junior netminder Emma Soderberg finished with 30 saves as the Bulldogs advance to their first Frozen Four in 11 years. They will face top-seed Northeastern on Thursday…

Umd Men's Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Falls to St. Cloud State in NCHC Semi-Finals

Kobe Roth and Koby Bender would each score a goal as the loss snaps the Bulldogs' 13-game playoff win streak.
Sam Ali,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Kobe Roth and Koby Bender would each score a goal, but it wouldn’t be enough as the UMD men’s hockey team fall to St. Cloud State in the NCHC semi-finals Monday afternoon at the Ralph Englestad Arena. The loss snaps the Bulldogs’ 13-game playoff win streak as UMD now waits for Selection Sunday to find out…

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