Author: Sam Ali

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

UMD Women’s Hockey Series vs. Minnesota Postponed

The Bulldogs will now have to wait until January 15th for their next series at home against Ohio State.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team announced on Thursday that their upcoming series against the University of Minnesota has been postponed. The Bulldogs were set to open the second half of their season this Monday and Tuesday down at Ridder Arena against the Golden Gophers, but they will be unable to meet the minimum number of players required…

Umd Basketball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Basketball Teams Ready to Return to Action

The men will open things up at home Saturday against Winona State, while the women will face the Warriors on the road.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a delayed start to their season, the UMD basketball teams will be back in action beginning this weekend. For the women, it will be their first time playing since the pandemic cancelled the NCAA tournament before they even got to play their first round game. “We do have some unfinished business because of the whole way…

Parker Maki
College, High School, Sports

Hibbing’s Parker Maki Commits to Bemidji State Men’s Basketball

Last season as a junior, Maki averaged over 10 points and six rebounds per game, helping the Bluejackets finish with a 20-8 record.
Sam Ali,

HIBBING, Minn. – Hibbing’s Parker Maki announced on Twitter this week that he has committed to joining the Bemidji State men’s basketball team. Last season as a junior, Maki averaged over 10 points and six rebounds per game, helping the Bluejackets finish with a 20-8 record. He also plays on the Playmakers North AAU basketball team. Categories: College, High School,…

Bob Bell
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Hockey Player Bob Bell Turns Hockey Sticks Into Walking Canes

If you would like to donate any or if you know someone who needs a walking cane, contact the Duluth Heritage Center.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The old saying goes: if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. Former UMD men’s hockey player Bob Bell loves hockey, just as much as he loves making things. So he decided to combine his two passions to help out others in the community. Many people who know Bell would consider…

Grandmas Marathon
News, Sports

Half-Capacity Limit Reached for 2021 Grandma’s Marathon Races

The focus turns to the possibility of adding more in-person spots if local and state restrictions on mass gatherings are loosened up.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Back in October, registration was open for Grandma’s Marathon, the Garry Bjorklund Half-Marathon and the William A. Irvin 5K. The half-marathon filled up in just over 13 hours. And now the other two are full as well. Organizers announced Tuesday that all three races have reached the half-capacity limit for in-person registration. The full and half-marathons were…

Superior Boys Basketball
High School, Sports

Superior Boys Basketball Have Some Catching Up To Do With Delayed Start to Season

The Spartans will open their season January 8th at home against Ashland.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Last week, the Superior boys basketball team returned to the court for official tryouts. Now, the final cuts are done and the Spartans officially begin practice. Superior will have some catching up to do as several teams in Wisconsin already have a few games under their belt. But that won’t be an issue for the Spartans as…

Hermantown Hockey Preview
High School, Sports

MDH Releases Updated Guidance for High School Sports

All basketball and hockey players will be required to wear masks during practices and games.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Monday, the Minnesota Department of Health released updated guidelines for winter high school sports, which will allow games to begin on January 14th. That would be ten days after practices would set to start. A big change comes in the fact that basketball and hockey players will be required to wear masks during practices and games….

Minnesota Wilderness
College, Sports

Minnesota Wilderness to Resume Practices on January 4th

This means their games scheduled for this weekend, as well as next week will be postponed.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Minnesota Wilderness announced Monday that they will be resuming practices on January 4th. This means their games scheduled for this weekend, as well as next week will be postponed. The press release also says that thanks to the NAHL’s extension of the regular season, it will give the Wilderness ample time to re-schedule those games. No…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Announces Changes to Upcoming Schedule

The Bulldogs' games this upcoming weekend against St. Cloud State will no longer be a home-and-home series as both games will now take place at the Herb Brooks Arena.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Monday, the NCHC announced changes that are being made to the second-half schedule, which impacts the UMD men’s hockey team. The Bulldogs’ games this upcoming weekend against St. Cloud State will no longer be a home-and-home series as both games will now take place at the Herb Brooks Arena. It will also be a Saturday-Sunday series rather…

Superior Boys Hockey
High School, Sports

No Time to Waste as Superior Boys Hockey Team Begins Practices

The Spartans will open their season January 5th at home against Hayward.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Good things come to those who wait. A good thing across the bridge is the high school hockey season. The Superior boys hockey team began official practices this week and not a moment too soon. The Spartans have had a delayed start to their season and with the holiday break upon us, the team will need to…

Superior Girls Basketball
High School, Sports

Superior Girls Basketball Team Hold First Official Practices

Superior will open their season January 5th at home against South Shore.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Last week, the Superior school district announced the return of high school athletics, which was the first time some of the players have heard some good news in a long time. And this week, the girls basketball team were back to work to get ready for the upcoming season. “Oh I was so excited. I’m just so…

Bob Mcdonald Court
Community, High School, Sports

Chisholm High School Adding Special Floor Decal for Bob McDonald Court

Organizers say since the court's dedication back in 2017, it was always the plan to have the decal painted on the court.
Sam Ali,

CHISHOLM, Minn. – This week, Chisholm High School made some alterations to their gym. The Bob McDonald banner was taken down and now the legendary coach, who passed away two months ago, will have his name etched onto the floor itself. Organizers say since the court’s dedication back in 2017, it was always the plan to have the decal painted…

Sports Cards
Sports

Sports Cards Could Be Unique Christmas Gift for Last-Minute Shoppers

The store, which is located in the Village Square Mall, says they have hundreds of single cards from just about every sport you can think of.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – If you’re scrambling to find a last-minute Christmas gift for that sports fan on your list, consider grabbing some sports cards from Collector’s Connection in Duluth. The store, which is located in the Village Square Mall, says they have hundreds of single cards from just about every sport you can think of. And whether it’s retired players…

Umacwintersports
College, Sports

UMAC Announces Plans for Winter, Spring Sports Seasons

Conference play will begin no earlier than January 30th, but teams will be allowed to play non-conference games beginning January 1st.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The UMAC announced Tuesday their plan to move forward with the winter sports season. Conference play will begin no earlier than January 30th, but teams will be allowed to play non-conference games beginning January 1st. For men’s and women’s basketball, it will be an eight-game regular season schedule with all teams taking part in the conference…

Pine Valley Park
High School, Sports

Pandemic Doesn’t Slow Down Ski Jumpers at Pine Valley Park

The club has been holding jumps since before Thanksgiving.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The pandemic has done a great job of ruining a lot of things, especially in sports. But one place that has been able to weather the storm has been the ski jumpers at Pine Valley Park in Cloquet. But they’ve had to make some adjustments, too, like limiting groups to just two families at a time and…

Umd Soccer
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Soccer Team Continues Tradition of Sponsoring Local Families During Holiday Season

Even during the pandemic, the Bulldogs came through and brought Christmas joy to four different families.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, the UMD women’s soccer team continued their annual partnership with the Duluth Salvation Army to sponsor families for the holidays. And even during the pandemic, the Bulldogs came through and brought Christmas joy to four different families. “It’s kind of like all of your hard work and wrapping all the gifts, the anticipation of it,…

Northwestern Girls Basketball
High School, Sports

Northwestern Girls Basketball Hope to Carry Win Streak into 2021

Monday night, Northwestern pushed their win streak to six straight as they defeated Bloomer 59-42.
Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – High school sports in the Northland are slowly but surely make their return. But some teams have already been in action including the Northwestern girls basketball team. And so far, so good for the Tigers. After dropping their season opener, Northwestern has won five straight. The Tigers brought back seven players from last year’s team that won…

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

UMD Men’s Hockey Bid Farewell to the NCHC Pod

The Bulldogs head into winter break and will be back in action New Year's Day against St. Cloud State.
Sam Ali,

OMAHA, Neb. – Monday, Baxter Arena hosted its 38th and final game for the NCHC pod and what a ride it was for the UMD men’s hockey team. The Bulldogs finished pod play with a 5-2-2 overall record, good enough for second place behind North Dakota. And after a rocky start of getting acclimated to all of the protocols, head…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s T&F Picked to Finish 5th in NSIC Poll; Men Come In at 6th

The U-Mary women and Minnesota State Mankato men earned the top spot in each poll.
Sam Ali,

BURNSVILLE, Minn. – This week, the NSIC released their preseason coaches poll for indoor track and field. The UMD women’s team were picked to finish 5th for the second straight year. Senior Lundsay Maruska and junior Haleigh Reindl were the Bulldogs’ two athletes to watch. On the men’s side, they were slotted in the sixth spot. The NSIC named seniors…

Mask Up To Show Up
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Proctor’s AV Production Class Releases “Mask Up to Show Up” Video

The video tries to convince people to continue to abide by local and state COVID guidelines throughout the upcoming holiday season.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Friday, The AV Production class at Proctor High School released a special video with a powerful message: Mask Up to Show Up. That’s the message from the 45 second video, which includes a scenario where the in-person graduation ceremony was cancelled as well. Head instructor Ted Kiefat says he hopes the video convinces people to continue to…

Umd Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Remembering UMD Football’s Thrilling 2010 National Championship Win

David Nadeau kicked the game-winning field goal to give the UMD football team their second-ever Division II national championship.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – On this day ten years ago, David Nadeau kicked the game-winning field goal to give the UMD football team the 20-17 win over Delta State to capture their second-ever Division II national championship. So let’s jump into the time machine and head back to Florence, AL to relive that magical moment, including comments from Nadeau, head coach…

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

Coaches Corner: Seamus Gregory

For this week's segment, we catch up with the athletic director and men's hockey head coach at Northland College.
Sam Ali,

ASHLAND, Wis. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with Northland College athletic director and men’s hockey head coach Seamus Gregory after the WIAC announced this week that the hockey season will begin next month. Gregory also spoke about his daughter Clare, who was diagnosed with cancer back in August, and what the overwhelming support from the hockey community…

Bill Gedde
High School, Sports

Longtime Superior Coach Bill Gedde Awarded 40-Year Wrestling Jacket

Gedde is currently the head coach of the UMD club wrestling team, as well as an MMA wrestling instructor for Jungle Gym in Duluth.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – This week, longtime wrestling coach Bill Gedde was presented with his 40-year coaching jacket by the Wisconsin Wrestling Coaches Association. Gedde is a 1970 graduate of Superior High School and wrestled collegiately at UWS. He would coach the Spartans for 38 years and was the head assistant coach for the Yellowjackets from 1987 to 1991. “It’s always…

Northwestern Basketball
High School, Sports

Northwestern Girls Basketball Pick Up Fourth Straight Win

Sophomore guard Tieryn Plasch finished with 25 points as the Northwestern girls basketball team knocked off Cumberland.
Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – Sophomore guard Tieryn Plasch finished with 25 points, the third straight game she’s hit that mark, as the Northwestern girls basketball team knocked off Cumberland 70-43 Friday night. Brynn Erickson chipped with 17 points while Allison Luoma also scored 11 for the Tigers, who picked up their fourth win in a row. Next up for Northwestern is…

Joe Udd Css
College, High School, Sports

Denfeld’s Joe Udd Commits to St. Scholastica Baseball Team

The senior plays at first base as well as pitcher, armed with a three-pitch arsenal including a fastball, curveball and change-up.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, Denfeld’s Joe Udd has committed to joining the St. Scholastica baseball team. The senior plays at first base as well as pitcher, armed with a three-pitch arsenal including a fastball, curveball and change-up. Back in 2019, Udd helped the Hunters win their first section title since 1954. “I’ve been thinking about it probably for about…

Starks Elite
College, High School, Sports

Trio of Starks Elite Players Sign National Letters of Intent

Merlea Mrozik, Hannah Hannuksela and Lexiss Trygg each officially made plans to play basketball at the college level.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Starks Academy has been a staple in the Northland youth basketball community for several years. And this past summer, they created a girls AAU basketball team, which is designed to help players get more exposure in front of college scouts. So how did it go? Three players on that team have already made plans to play at…

Virginia Baseball Players
College, High School, Sports

Virginia’s Schaefer, Moore Commit to Mesabi Range Baseball

Moore is a third baseman and pitcher while Schaefer plays in the outfield.
Sam Ali,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A pair of Virginia baseball players are staying close to home when they play their college ball. Daniel Moore and Cole Schaefer signed their National Letters on Intent this week to join the Mesabi Range College baseball team. Moore is a third baseman and pitcher while Schaefer plays in the outfield. Both also played on the Virginia…

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

UMD Men’s Hockey to Wrap Up Pod Play Against North Dakota

Puck drop for Saturday's game is set for 12:05 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team have one more game left in the first half of their season and what better way to wrap up the NCHC pod than with a match-up against the top team in the country. The Bulldogs will play their final game in Omaha against rivals and top-ranked North Dakota. The last time these…

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

UMD Men’s Basketball Picked to Finish 4th in North Division; Drew Blair Named “Player to Watch”

UMD will open their season January 2nd at Romano Gym against Winona State.
Sam Ali,

BURNSVILLE, Minn. – Thursday, the NSIC released their preseason coaches poll for men’s basketball. UMD was picked to finish 4th in the North Division. Northern State was the top selection while Augustana was picked to win the South Division. Sophomore Drew Blair was chosen as a “Player to Watch” for this upcoming season. The Stevens Point native averaged just under…

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

UMD Men’s Hockey Settle for Tie vs. Omaha; Mavericks Earn Shootout Win

Senior winger Nick Swaney scored both goals for UMD, who gave up a two-goal lead going into the third period.
Sam Ali,

OMAHA, Neb. – In their second-to-last game in the NCHC pod, the UMD men’s hockey team settled for a 2-2 tie against Omaha. But the Mavericks would earn the shootout win to pick up the extra point in the NCHC standings. Senior winger Nick Swaney scored both goals for UMD, who gave up a two-goal lead going into the third…

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

WCHA Releases Second-Half Schedule; UMD Women to Open 2021 Against Minnesota

The Bulldogs will take on the Gophers in their first series of 2021.
Sam Ali,

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – Wednesday, the WCHA announced the schedule for the second half of the season. The UMD women’s hockey team will be back in action for a rare Monday-Tuesday series on January 4th and 5th against rivals Minnesota at Ridder Arena. The Bulldogs will be back at home the following week as they host Ohio State on the 15th…

Walz Sports Pause
High School, Sports

Youth, High School Sports Pause to Continue Through January 4th

Practices for high school sports will be allowed to begin on January 4th.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – This upcoming Friday, the hope was that the pause on high school sports would be over and some semblance of normalcy would return for the local coaches and athletes. But that won’t be the case with Wednesday’s announcement from governor Tim Walz. The pause will continue through the end of the year and practices will be…

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

UMD Women’s Basketball Picked to Finish First in North Division; Brooke Olson Named Preseason POTY

Junior forward Brooke Olson was named NSIC North Division Preseason Player of the Year after winning the top award last season as a sophomore.
Sam Ali,

BURNSVILLE, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team have been picked to finish #1 in the North Division, according to the NSIC preseason coaches poll. Minnesota State was the top selection in the South Division as this season, the conference will only crown division champions. Junior forward Brooke Olson was named NSIC North Division Preseason Player of the Year after…

Vekcis
High School, Sports

Greenway’s Claire Vekich Named Finalist for MN Miss Volleyball

Vekich would end her volleyball career with nearly 1,900 kills.
Sam Ali,

COLERAINE, Minn. – Greenway’s Claire Vekich has been named a finalist for the Minnesota Miss Volleyball award. The senior wrapped up a stellar career with the Raiders, finishing the regular season 12-0 before the high school sports pause prematurely ended the season. As a junior, she also helped Greenway capture the Section 7A championship. Vekich would end her volleyball career…

Fanti Wilderness
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Minnesota Wilderness GM Dave Boitz Talks Watching Former Goalie Ryan Fanti at UMD

The Thunder Bay native spent two seasons between the pipes for the Minnesota Wilderness.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – UMD sophomore goalie Ryan Fanti has been the breakout star of the NCHC pod. But did you know that before he ever suited up for the Bulldogs, he played junior hockey up in Cloquet? The Thunder Bay native spent two seasons between the pipes for the Minnesota Wilderness. In 75 games, Fanti had a goals against average…

Duluth Huskies
Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Announcing Big Changes at Wade Stadium

The rules and regulations could be loosened up between now and Opening Day if the local COVID situation improves.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Last week, the Duluth Huskies announced that their 2021 season will begin on May 31st. But for summer baseball fans, the experience at Wade Stadium will be much different than what you’re used to. The team says for the time being they will only allow 900 people into the ballpark out of the 4,200 that are allowed…

Superior Winter Sports
High School, Sports

Official Practices Begin Next Week for Superior HS Athletics

Winter sports practices are scheduled to begin December 21st and the first day for competitions will be January 5th.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – High school sports are underway in Wisconsin, except for a few of schools who are still waiting to get the OK from their districts. Tuesday, Superior announced that they will be going back to hybrid learning next month. And that means sports are back. Official practices for their winter sports, including boys and girls hockey and boys…

Parker Mackay
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Captain Parker Mackay Retires from Pro Hockey

Mackay holds the record for most NCAA tournament games played by one player.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former UMD captain and two-time national champion Parker Mackay announced Tuesday that he retiring from professional hockey after two years. The 2019 Frozen Four’s Most Outstanding Player cited personal health concerns for the decision. After leading the bulldogs to their second straight national championship, The Irma, Alberta native signed with the Texas Stars. Mackay holds the record…

Northwestern Boys Basketball
High School, Sports

Northwestern Boys Basketball Team Talk Playing Games While Wearing Masks

The WIAA is requiring all basketball teams to wear masks during games, whether they are on the court or on the bench.
Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – The prep basketball season is underway in Wisconsin. The Northwestern boys are off to a 2-1 start. But every time the Tigers are on the court, not only do they have to battle their opponents, but they also have to battle the masks that they are required to wear due to WIAA regulations. “Yeah it gets pretty…

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

UMD Men’s Hockey Coach Scott Sandelin Says Fatigue Is Not An Excuse After First Loss of the Season

The Bulldogs will be back in action Wednesday against Omaha in their penultimate game of the pod.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Monday, the UMD men’s hockey team are taking a well-deserved break following their first loss of the season Sunday against Colorado College. That game was the Bulldogs’ third in four days, leading some to question if UMD was showing signs of fatigue. But head coach Scott Sandelin quickly squashed that notion and made no excuses for his…

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

Coaches Corner: Jamie Plesha

For this week's segment, we catch up with the head coach of the Duluth Northern Stars girls hockey team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from the head coach of the Duluth Northern Stars girls hockey team Jamie Plesha about how her team is dealing with the pause on youth sports. She also talked about what her seniors have learned from being in quarantine. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Wiac Hockey
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

WIAC Announces Late January Start for Winter Sports Season

The UWS men's hockey team will open their season with an exhibition series against Northland College on January 27th, and then begin conference play the following week against the Lumberjacks.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – While college hockey is in full swing on the Division I level, some conferences in Divisions II and III are still waiting to hear about their plans for winter sports. And Friday, we got a surprise announcement from the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The WIAC has decided that they will be moving forward with their winter sports…

Northwestern Girls Basketball
High School, Sports

Plasch’s 26 Points Help Northwestern Girls Basketball Get Past Ladysmith for Second Straight Win

Gracie Altman also chipped in with 11 points for the Tigers, who improve to 2-1 on the season.
Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – Sophomore guard Tieryn Plasch finished with 26 points as the Northwestern girls basketball team knocked off Ladysmith 61-45 Friday night. Gracie Altman also chipped in with 11 points for the Tigers, who improve to 2-1 on the season. Northwestern will be back at home Tuesday to host St. Croix Falls. Categories: High School, Sports

Werner Commits To Und
College, High School, Sports

Proctor’s Courtney Werner Commits to North Dakota Track Team

Werner ran cross country for the Rails and has qualified for the state tournament in each of the last three years.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Proctor’s Courtney Werner announced on her Twitter account that she has committed to joining the North Dakota track team. Werner ran cross country for the Rails and has qualified for the state tournament in each of the last three years. Her head coach Lowell Harnell says she has good foot speed, which will help in the mid-distance…

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

Hermantown Natives Koepke, Jacques Help UMD Men’s Hockey Stay Undefeated in the Pod

The two goals in regulation were scored by Hermantown natives Cole Koepke and Jesse Jacques.
Sam Ali,

OMAHA, Neb. – Last night, the UMD men’s hockey team stayed undefeated in the Omaha pod as they picked up the shootout win over top-ranked North Dakota. The two goals in regulation were scored by Hermantown natives Cole Koepke and Jesse Jacques. Head coach Scott Sandelin spoke after the game about the former Hawks, especially what he wants to see…

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

UMD Men’s Hockey Picks Up Shootout Win over North Dakota

Hermantown natives Jesse Jacques and Cole Koepke each scored for the Bulldogs.
Sam Ali,

OMAHA, Neb. – Senior forward Nick Swaney would score the game-winning goal in the shootout and sophomore goalie Ryan Fanti denied North Dakota’s first three attempts as the UMD men’s hockey team settled for a tie with the Fighting Hawks, but picked up the extra NCHC point with a shootout win. Hermantown natives Jesse Jacques and Cole Koepke scored for…

Northwestern Basketball
High School, Sports

Northwestern Boys Basketball Knock Off Spooner in Home Opener

Harrison Nelson led the way with 16 points, while John Grohn chipped in with 13 of his own.
Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – In their first home game of the 2020-2021 season, the Northwestern boys basketball team got the home opener win over Spooner 74-43. Harrison Nelson led the way with 16 points, while John Grohn chipped in with 13 of his own. The Tigers improve to 1-1 as they’ll take on St. Croix Central on Saturday. Categories: High School,…

Dan Elhard
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Boys Basketball Coach Dan Elhard Steps Down

Elhard guided the Thunderhawks to five straight section titles from 2008 to 2013, including a berth in the state championship game in 2010.
Sam Ali,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Longtime Grand Rapids basketball coach Dan Elhard announced this week that he is stepping down. Elhard has spent over 30 years with the Thunderhawks, including the last 18 as head coach of the boys basketball team. He won five straight section titles from 2008 to 2013, including a berth in the state championship game in 2010….

Michaela Phinney
College, High School, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown’s Michaela Phinney Commits to UWS Women’s Hockey

Last season, she was one of the top scorers on the Mirage with 37 total points.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey senior forward Michaela Phinney has signed her National Letter of Intent to join the UWS women’s hockey team. Last season, she was one of the top scorers on the Mirage with 37 total points. During her sophomore campaign, she was second on the team in points, helping the Mirage finish in third place at…

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

Long Winter Break Ahead for UMD Women’s Hockey Team

The WCHA is expected to release the schedule for the second half of the season either Friday or early next week.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Earlier this week, the UMD women’s hockey team learned that the first half of the season has come to an end after the WCHA cancelled their upcoming series against Wisconsin. So it was an unfortunate way to wrap up a stellar start to the season. The Bulldogs went 4-2 in their first six games, scoring 24 goals…

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