Author: Sam Ali

Css Softball
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Softball Team Adjusting Well to MIAC Competition

The MIAC has proven to be one of the top conferences in the Midwest for softball, with four of their teams represented in the NCAA regional rankings last year.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For any athlete’s season, conference play marks the final stretch and usually the most important as traditional conference rivals go toe-to-toe. For the St. Scholastica softball team, conference play takes on a new significance as they are now part of a new conference. The MIAC has proven to be one of the top conferences in the Midwest…

Alvin Hines Mma
Professional Sports, Sports

Lack of MMA Experience Not an Issue for Duluth’s Alvin “Goozie” Hines

In a field of 100 competitors, Hines finished in the top 16, despite having less than a year of experience in mixed martial arts.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Last weekend, Duluth’s own Alvin Hines took part in a major international grappling tournament out in Las Vegas. And in a field of 100 competitors, Hines finished in the top 16, despite having less than a year of experience in mixed martial arts. “A lot of people ask me, “how long have you been doing this?’ because…

Denfeld Baseball
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Baseball Team Still Waiting to Get Outside

The Hunters next scheduled game is next Thursday at home against defending section champs Grand Rapids.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – There three certainties in life: death, taxes and Mother Nature not caring about your kids’ baseball game, including at Duluth Denfeld. Tuesday, The Hunters were supposed to open their season at home against Hermantown. That was postponed due to weather and Thursday’s game between the Hunters and Duluth East will not happen either, which means more time…

Mn Wilderness
College, Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Ready for Final Stretch of NAHL Season

The Wilderness are right in the thick of the playoff chase with just a few games to go, thanks to some big wins in recent weeks.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Don’t look now, but the Minnesota Wilderness is making some major noise in the final stretch of the NAHL season. The Wilderness are right in the thick of the playoff chase with just a few games to go. That’s thanks to some big wins in recent weeks, including a home sweep last weekend against Midwest division leaders…

Umd Baseball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Baseball Gets Road Sweep Over Sioux Falls

The UMD baseball team swept Sioux Falls 7-3 in Game 1 and 11-6 in Game 2.
Sam Ali,

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The UMD baseball team swept Sioux Falls 7-3 in Game 1 and 11-6 in Game 2. The Bulldogs will have their home opener on Sunday as they will host Winona State for a double header, followed by a single game on Monday. The series will take place at Wade Stadium. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota…

Umd Softball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Dixon Twirls Gem as UMD Softball Sweeps Northern State

Sophomore pitcher Lauren Dixon allowed just one hit and one walk in six innings of work while striking out 15 batters.
Sam Ali,

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Sophomore pitcher Lauren Dixon allowed just one hit and one walk in six innings of work while striking out 15 batters as the UMD softball team defeated Northern State 8-0 in Game 1 of their doubleheader series. In Game 2, the Bulldogs would combine to score 12 runs in the second and third innings as they topped…

Lau
College, High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Michael Lau Commits to Augsburg Football Team

Lau was on the All-Conference and All-Section Team last season after throwing 14 touchdowns and just three interceptions as a senior.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – This wee, Hermantown’s Michael Lau announced on Twitter Tuesday that he has committed to joining the Augsburg football team. Lau was on the All-Conference and All-Section Team last season after throwing 14 touchdowns and just three interceptions as a senior. One of those touchdowns was the epic hail mary pass to Beau Janzig that gave the Hawks…

Sutherland1
News, News - Latest News, Professional Sports, Sports

Vikings Legend, Superior Native Doug Sutherland Passes Away at 73

Sutherland played ten seasons in Minnesota as a member of the legendary "Purple People Eaters".
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Vikings announced Tuesday afternoon that Superior native Doug Sutherland has died at the age of 73. Sutherland played ten seasons in Minnesota as a member of the legendary “Purple People Eaters”, joining future Hall of Famers Alan Page and Carl Eller, along with Jim Marshall, on the star-studded line. He started in 90 regular season…

Umdzzz
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Koby Bender, Matt Anderson Sign Pro Deals

Both were part of a senior class that helped the Bulldogs win two national championship in 2018 and 2019.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD men hockey fifth-year seniors Koby Bender and Matt Anderson have signed professional deals. That’s according to Matt Wellens of the Duluth News Tribune. Bender is signing with the Bridgeport Islanders of the American Hockey League, while Anderson is joining the ECHL’s South Carolina Stingrays for their final five games of the season. Both were part of…

East Baseball
High School, Sports

Duluth East Baseball Team Making the Most Out of Time Indoors

Duluth East is scheduled to open its season Thursday at Wade Stadium against Duluth Denfeld.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Weather essentially serves one purpose: to ruin our plans. Nearly all high school teams have been stuck inside due to cold temperatures and unplayable field conditions, including the Duluth East baseball team. The Greyhounds have been practicing indoors for two weeks now. The players and coaches are anxious to get out, even if it’s just for practices….

Mn Wilderness
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Tops Springfield to Sweep Weekend Series

Minnesota is just now three points out of first place in the division.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – After knocking off division leader Springfield on Thursday night, the Minnesota Wilderness did it again as they defeated the Junior Blues 4-2 Friday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Minnesota is just now three points out of first place in the division. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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

Coaches Corner: UMD Football

For this week's segment, we chat with the UMD football team
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from the UMD football team as they wrap up their first week of spring practices, including comments from head coach Curt Wiese and seniors Cole Refsnider and Wade Sullivan. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Hayward Soccer
College, Sports

Hayward Wolfpack FC Begins New Recreational Soccer League

Registration continues through May 3rd with league play beginning on May 22nd.
Sam Ali,

HAYWARD, Wis. – Big soccer news in Northern Wisconsin as Hayward Wolfpack FC is opening a new recreational soccer league. Registration is officially open for all ages 18 and over, regardless of your skill level. The idea was spawned from a big turnout for the club’s tryouts last season to allow for more people in the local area to enjoy…

Umd Softball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Sweeps U-Mary in Home Opener Doubleheader

The Bulldogs will be back in action Saturday for another home doubleheader against Minot State.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In its first series at home, the UMD softball team swept U-Mary 10-1 in Game 1 and 10-3 in Game 2 Friday afternoon at Malosky Stadium. The Bulldogs will be back in action Saturday for another home doubleheader against Minot State. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Uws Softball
College, Sports

UWS Softball Team Still Motivated as Defending UMAC Champions

The Yellowjackets will open conference play Saturday on the road against Martin Luther.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – If you’re at the top, the famous quote is: “if you come at the king, you best not miss”. The UW-Superior softball team is currently the queen of the UMAC, but the preseason polls did not see it that way. Despite being the defending tournament champs and bringing back nearly every single player from that squad, the…

Dave Williams
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Removes Interim Label from Men’s Hockey Head Coach Dave Williams

This comes after the CSS alum led the Saints to a fourth-place finish and home playoff game in their first season in the MIAC.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica has removed the interim tag from head men’s hockey coach Dave Williams. This comes after the CSS alum led the Saints to a fourth-place finish and home playoff game in their first season in the MIAC. Williams played for CSS from 2011 to 2015. He was named interim head coach after Kevin Moore’s departure back…

Csswomenshockey
College, High School, Sports

Duluth’s Hannah Martin, Grand Rapids/Greenway’s Kenzie Cole Commit to CSS Women’s Hockey Team

Both Martin and Cole were captains for their respective teams this past season.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Staying close to home is at the top of the priority list for many student-athletes when they decide to continue their athletic careers in college. And that dream will come true for two local girls hockey players. Duluth’s Hannah Martin and Grand Rapids/Greenway’s Kenzie Cole have both committed to joining the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team. Martin…

Noah Cates
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Captain Noah Cates Talks Debut with Philadelphia Flyers

The 23-year-old finished with nearly 15 minutes of ice time with three shots, three hits and three takeaways.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Home is where the heart is. For former UMD men’s hockey captain Noah Cates, home is Minnesota and Tuesday night, he made his NHL debut against his hometown team, the Minnesota Wild. After the game, Cates spoke about the moment and the turnout in his honor at the Xcel Energy Center. “Yeah, obviously special. My teammates…

Hughe Denfeld
College, High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld’s Brendan Hughes Commits to St. Scholastica Football Team

Hughes was the backup quarterback for the Hunters, but moved to wide receiver during his senior year, finishing second on the team in yards, including over 13 yards per reception.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, Duluth Denfeld’s Brendan Hughes announced on Twitter that he has committed to joining the St. Scholastica football team. Hughes was the backup quarterback for the Hunters, but moved to wide receiver during his senior year, finishing second on the team in yards, including over 13 yards per reception. He joins teammate Carter Kilroy, who also…

Ty Morrison
High School, Sports

Deer River’s Ty Morrison Invited to MBCA All-Star Series

The games will be played at East Ridge High School on April 9th.
Sam Ali,

DEER RIVER, Minn. – Deer River’s Ty Morrison has been invited to take part in the 2022 All-Star Basketball Series, hosted by the Minnesota Basketball Coaches Association. Morrison is one of 40 players to compete in the event’s 40th annual festivities. The games will be played at East Ridge High School on April 9th. Last night, Morrison took part in…

Cody Carlson
Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Native Cody Carlson Helps Team Win 2022 Bulgaria Cup

The Duluth East alum began his college career at Concordia-St. Paul before transferring to Weber State for the past two seasons.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, Duluth native Cody Carlson helped his team win the 2022 Bulgarian Cup. The Duluth East alum began his college career at Concordia-St. Paul before transferring to Weber State for the past two seasons. He left the program to sign with a Serbian team two months ago and made his way to Bulgaria afterwards. Categories: Professional…

Border Battle
High School, Sports

Minnesota Sweeps Wisconsin at DAYBA Border Battle All-Star Basketball Games

Grand Rapids' Taryn Hamling and Cloquet's Conner Barney were named Most Valuable Players.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a two-year hiatus, the DAYBA Border Battle All-Star Basketball games returned Tuesday night at Romano Gym. In the girls game, Minnesota held on to defeat Wisconsin 70-65 behind 27 points from Taryn Hamling of Grand Rapids, who was named Most Valuable Player. In the boys game, Minnesota used a strong second half to take down Wisconsin…

Umd Softball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Drops Conference Opener Doubleheader to St. Cloud State

The Bulldogs will be back in action Saturday at home for a doubleheader against U-Mary at Malosky Stadium.
Sam Ali,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – After having to relocate their NSIC opener, St. Cloud State took advantage of the home field advantage as they defeated the UMD softball team 5-2 and 8-4 Tuesday afternoon at the Husky Dome. The Bulldogs will be back in action Saturday at home for a doubleheader against U-Mary at Malosky Stadium.   Categories: College, Sports, University…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Surrounded by Snow, UMD Football Team Begins Spring Practices

Practices will culminate with UMD's Spring Game, which is scheduled for April 22nd at Malosky Stadium.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the temps hovering in the 30’s, the UMD football team kicked off their spring practices Monday at Malosky Stadium. “The past couple weeks, we’ve been doing mock practices. But this is the real deal,” said senior linebacker Cole Refsnider. Beginning this week, the new players get acclimated to UMD football. “Spring practice becomes even more and…

Fasnr
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Ryan Fanti Signs Pro Deal with Edmonton Oilers

He will begin his deal with the Oilers next season, but for now, he will join the Bakersfield Condors of the AHL on an amateur tryout contract for the remainder of the season.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – One day after losing team captain Noah Cates, the UMD men’s hockey team had another major departure as Ryan Fanti has signed a two-year deal with Edmonton. The junior netminder will begin his deal with the Oilers next season, but for now, he will join the Bakersfield Condors of the American Hockey League on an amateur tryout…

Scoy
College, High School, Sports

Duluth East’s Will Van Scoy Commits to UW-River Falls Men’s Basketball

This past season, the senior guard averaged just over 14 points, five assists and four rebounds, while shooting 44% from three for the Greyhounds.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth East’s Will Van Scoy has committed to joining the UW-River Falls men’s basketball team. This past season, the senior guard averaged just over 14 points, five assists and four rebounds, while shooting 44% from three for the Greyhounds. This comes after Van Scoy tore his ACL before the start of his junior year. Categories: College, High…

Wilderness
College, Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Fall in Overtime to Janesville

The Wilderness will look to split the series Saturday night at home.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Minnesota Wilderness would battle back from a 2-0 deficit, but fall short in overtime as Janesville wins 4-3 Friday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. The Wilderness will look to split the series Saturday night at home. Categories: College, Sports

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College, High School

Cloquet’s Justice Paro Commits to Bethany Lutheran Basketball, Softball Teams

The senior helped the Lumberjacks basketball team advance to their first section title game in nearly two decades, appearing in all 28 games for her squad.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Friday morning, Cloquet’s Justice Paro signed her National Letter of Intent to join the Bethany Lutheran softball and basketball teams. The senior helped the Lumberjacks basketball team advance to their first section title game in nearly two decades, appearing in all 28 games for her squad. “I’m going for media arts for sports broadcasting. They had a…

Prc
High School, Sports

Proctor Softball Team Looking to Build Off Successful 2021 Season

The Rails open their season April 4th at home against Superior.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Minnesota prep softball teams are winding down official spring practices. And although the weather doesn’t feel like spring outside, it’s no problem so far for the Proctor Rails. That’s because they are using their indoor facility to their advantage. Proctor normally plays on turf at Egerdahl Field so the indoor facility helps them get as close as…

Grg Girls Hockey
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids/Greenway Girls Hockey Starts GoFundMe Page to Renovate Locker Rooms

Organizers says this final fundraising push will help modernize their space and will keep the equipment safe and clean for nine months out of the year.
Sam Ali,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – This week, the Grand Rapids/Greenway girls hockey team started a GoFundMe page to raise money to completely remodel its JV and varsity locker rooms. The page has already reached its initial $3,000 goal. Organizers say the project costs nearly $20,000 and this final push will help modernize their space and will keep the equipment safe and…

Cherry Basketball
High School, Sports

Cherry Boys Basketball Drops Semi-Final Match-Up to Hayfield

Sophomore Isaac Asuma led the way with 36 points, nine rebounds and five assists.
Sam Ali,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Sophomore Isaac Asuma led the way with 36 points, nine rebounds and five assists, but it wouldn’t be enough as the Cherry boys basketball team fell to top-seeded Hayfield 72-61 Friday afternoon in the Class A state semi-finals. The Tigers now move on to the third-place game that will take place Saturday at 10 a.m. at Concordia-St….

Cherry Basketball
High School, Sports

Historic Three-Year Turnaround Leads to State Semi-Final Appearance for Cherry Boys Basketball

The Tigers went from a winless season to picking up their first-ever playoff win.
Sam Ali,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Back in 2019, the Cherry boys basketball finished their season 0-22. They lost every game on their schedule. Three years later, the Tigers are playing in their first state tournament in 25 years and on the way picked up their first-ever playoff win. Cherry topped Nevis Wednesday in the Class A quarterfinals, exacting some revenge from an…

Dpwww
Professional Sports, Sports

Discover Pro Wrestling Returns With “Reduced to Ash” Event

The event will take place Sunday at 6 p.m. at Clyde Iron Works in Duluth.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Discover Pro Wrestling will be holding its second event called “DPW 2: Reduced To Ash”. The event will take place Sunday at 6 p.m. at Clyde Iron Works in Duluth. Organizers say few independent promotions bring as much production value as DPW does. “I think the the biggest thing that I learned from Discover Pro Wrestling 1…

Umdwhky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Roth, Fanti Power UMD Men’s Hockey to NCAA Regional Finals

Kobe Roth scored twice while Kyler Kleven also scored for the Bulldogs, who advance to their seventh straight regional finals on Saturday.
Sam Ali,

LOVELAND, Colo. – Junior netminder Ryan Fanti recorded his third straight shutout as the UMD men’s hockey team topped Michigan Tech 3-0 Thursday afternoon in the NCAA regional semi-finals. Kobe Roth scored twice while Kyler Kleven also scored for the Bulldogs, who advance to their seventh straight regional finals on Saturday. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

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

Experience, Defense Keys for UMD Men’s Hockey in NCAA Regional Semi-Finals

UMD will open up against Michigan Tech Thursday in the NCAA regional semi-finals. Puck drop at the Budweiser Events Center is set for 2 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Earlier this month, the UMD men’s hockey team was shutout at home on Senior Night and the majority of the college hockey world assumed the Bulldogs would be watching the NCAA tournament at home. Well you know what happens when you assume. UMD will make its seventh straight trip to the NCAA Tournament. For the upperclassmen and…

Esko Softball
High School, Sports

Esko Softball Team Continues to Adjust Plans Due to Weather

The Eskomos will open their season April 5th at home against Superior.
Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – The Esko softball team begins their second week of official practices. The Eskomos are training indoors due to the weather. Although they are enjoying it for now, the team says it does have its disadvantages. “The first two weeks is always pretty hard because you’re always in the gym, and it really just sucks because as an…

Cherry Basketball
High School, Sports

Cherry Boys Basketball Tops Nevis in Class A State Quarterfinals

The Tigers move on to face defending state champions Hayfield Friday in the state quarterfinals at 12 p.m.
Sam Ali,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Sophomore Isaac Asuma led the way with 31 points and 17 rebounds as the Cherry boys basketball team defeated Nevis 68-57 Wednesday afternoon in the Class A state quarterfinals at Williams Arena. The Tigers move on to face defending state champions Hayfield Friday in the state quarterfinals at 12 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

Dayba All Star Game
High School, Sports

DAYBA All-Star Basketball Game Returns After Two-Year Hiatus

The Border Battle will take place Tuesday, March 29th at Romano Gym. The girls game will tip-off at 6 p.m. while the boys take the court at 7:30 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – All-star teams are always fun because they feature the best of the best. Next week, a very popular all-star game makes its return to the Northland. The 2022 Border Battle All-Star Game is back after a two-hiatus due to the pandemic. 40 of the best boys and girls players from Minnesota and Wisconsin were invited to participate…

Hermantown Basketball
High School, Sports

Totino-Grace Too Much for Hermantown Boys Basketball at State Quarterfinals

Blake Schmitz, Michael Lau and Abe Soumis each finished with 10 points for the Hawks, who will face Mound Westonka Wednesday in the consolation bracket at Concordia-St. Paul.
Sam Ali,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Class AAA state boys basketball quarterfinals, Hermantown dropped their game to top-seede Totino-Grace 83-50 Tuesday morning at Williams Arena. Blake Schmitz, Michael Lau and Abe Soumis each finished with 10 points for the Hawks, who will face Mound Westonka Wednesday in the consolation bracket at Concordia-St. Paul. Categories: High School, Sports

Superior Softball
High School, Sports

First Full Week of Practice Begins for Superior Softball Team

The Superior softball team is in its second week of practices. But last week was spring break so now they are able to train with the majority of their squad.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – This week’s weather has ruined a lot of plans, including those of the local high school spring sports team. The Superior softball team is in its second week of practices. But last week was spring break so now they are able to train with the majority of their squad. But weather conditions have pushed practices indoors for…

Hermantown Bball
High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Basketball to Battle Top-Seeded Totino Grace in State Quarterfinals

Tip-off Tuesday morning at Williams Arena in Minneapolis is set for 10 a.m.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown boys basketball team left for the state tournament Monday morning. They’ll face a challenge right out the gate as they take on top-seeded Totino-Grace in the quarterfinals. The Hawks will have some added confidence in this match-up after knocking off the top seeded team in their section. “We’re excited to play them, we know they’re…

Haz
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Team Returns Home After National Championship Appearance

After back-to-back Frozen Four appearances, the hope now is that the UMD women's hockey program will be once again be recognized as one of the best in the country.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sunday, the UMD women’s hockey team came up one game short in their goal of winning their first national championship in over a decade. But that didn’t stop Bulldog fans from waiting at Amsoil Arena to welcome home the team. A small group of season ticket holders, alumni, friends and family greeted the Bulldogs as they got…

Hermantown Basketball
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Basketball Outlasts Hibbing to Win Section 7AAA Championship

This is the Hawks first trip to the state tournament since 2018.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Junior Blake Schmitz finished with 30 points as the Hermantown boys basketball team held on to beat Hibbing 60-59 Friday night to capture the Section 7AAA championship. This is the Hawks first trip to the state tournament since 2018. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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

Fanti Backstops UMD Men’s Hockey to NCHC Championship Game

Blake Biondi and Koby Bender each scored for the Bulldogs, who will face Western Michigan Saturday night in the championship game.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Junior goalie Ryan Fanti finished with a 30-save shutout as the UMD men’s hockey team defeated Denver 2-0 Friday afternoon in the NCHC Frozen Faceoff semi-finals at the Xcel Energy Center. Blake Biondi and Koby Bender each scored for the Bulldogs, who will face Western Michigan Saturday night in the championship game. Puck drop is set…

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

Rogge’s Double OT Goal Sends UMD Women’s Hockey to National Championship Game

The Bulldogs advance to the national championship game for the first time since 2010.
Sam Ali,

UNIVERSITY PARK, Penn. – Senior forward Naomi Rogge scored in double overtime to give the UMD women’s hockey team the win over Northeastern 2-1 Friday afternoon in the NCAA Frozen Four semi-finals. The Bulldogs advance to the national championship game for the first time since 2010. That game will take place Sunday at Pegula Ice Arena on the campus of…

Umpire Shortage
High School, Sports

Tri-State Officials Association Looking for High School Umpires for Upcoming Spring Sports Season

Before the pandemic, the Tri-State Officials Association had nearly 80 umpires. And last year, it was all the way down to just 34.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the winter sports season wrapping up, that means spring sports are right around the corner. And with that comes the discussion about the ongoing shortage of umpires in the Northland. Before the pandemic, the Tri-State Officials Association had nearly 80 umpires. And last year, it was all the way down to just 34. The organization has…

Fasnr
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Ryan Fanti Named NCHC Goaltender of the Year

The junior netminder led the conference in goals against average and save percentage.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – UMD’s Ryan Fanti took home NCHC Goaltender of the Year honors at a special banquet Thursday evening. The junior netminder led the conference in goals against average and save percentage. Last week, Fanti was named to the All-conference First Team and he’s a finalist for the 2022 Mike Richter award. This is the third time in…

Gabsss
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Gabbie Hughes Named Top-3 Finalist for Patty Kazmaier Award

She is the 7th player in program history to be named a top-three finalist.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD women’s hockey senior center Gabbie Hughes has been named a top-three finalist for the Patty Kazmaier award, which is given to the top player in Division I women’s college hockey. Hughes already has four goals in the first two games of the NCAA Tournament, helping send UMD to its second straight Frozen Four. She is the…

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