Author: Sam Ali

Hawks Football Ready for Return to State Tournament

The Hermantown football team are back in the state tournament for the first time since 2015.

PROCTOR, Minn. – This weekend, the Minnesota High School Football Tournament kicks off with quarterfinals action from all over the state. For the Hermantown Hawks, their match-up will send them over two and a half hours away. This is the first time Hermantown has been to the state tournament since 2015. This week, the Hawks are practicing at Egerdahl Field…

UWS Women’s Basketball Get Set to Open Season vs. UMD

The Yellowjackets will face the Bulldogs in an exhibition game on Wednesday.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The Wisconsin-Superior women’s basketball team are getting ready to open their season Wednesday night. First up is an exhibition with their neighbors from across the bridge: Minnesota Duluth. The game will give the ‘Jackets the chance to face some top–level competition before they open the regular season. “A lot of our going-into-the-season exhibition games are with D2…

Bulldogs Volleyball Advance to NSIC Semi-Finals

UMD knocked off Upper Iowa 3-1 in the first round of the NSIC tournament.

DULUTH, Minn. – Hanna Meyer finished with 20 kills as the UMD volleyball team defeated Upper Iowa 3-1 in the first round of the NSIC tournament. The Peacocks would surprise some and take the second set from UMD. But the Bulldogs battled back to take the second and third sets. They now move on to face Sioux Falls, who got…

‘Jackets Joe Mooney Named UMAC Men’s Soccer Coach of the Year

Blake Perry was named Rookie of the Year and A.J. Olson was named Defensive Player of the Year.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The UMAC announced the end of the season awards and Wisconsin-Superior took home three of the major awards. Head coach Joe Mooney was named UMAC Coach of the Year after leading the ‘Jackets to a regular season and conference tournament win. Freshman Blake Perry was named Rookie of the Year, thanks to a ten–goal campaign this past…

UMD Football Have Their Eyes on Undefeated Season

Bulldogs trying to become the sixth team in program history to finish regular season undefeated.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team is heading into the final week of the regular season. This weekend, they’ll take on Northern State with a chance to become just the sixth team in program history to finish the regular season undefeated. “It’s a great accomplishment. We come out here each and every week, trying to get to 1-0. And…

Carlton Volleyball Ready to Make Some Noise at State Tournament

This is the Bulldogs' first trip to the state tournament since 2014.

CARLTON, Minn. – This past summer, the Carlton softball team advanced to the state tournament for the first time in school history. Most of the girls on that team also play volleyball, and they’ve been able to carry over that success to another state tournament run. The Bulldogs volleyball team are heading back to state for the first time since…

Yellowjackets’ Deadrick Named UMAC Volleyball Coach of the Year

Emily VerWay and Cami Sletta earned UMAC First Team recognition as well.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The UMAC volleyball season has come and gone, but the awards are just coming in. And Wisconsin-Superior picked up one of the major ones for their head coach. For the first time in her illustrious career, Lynne Deadrick was named UMAC Coach of the Year. The UWS all–time leader in wins led the ‘Jackets to a 20–12…

UWS Men’s Soccer to Face Augsburg in NCAA First Round

The Yellowjackets defeated the Auggies earlier in the season.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The Wisconsin-Superior men’s soccer team found out on Monday that they will face Augsburg in the first round of the NCAA DIII tournament. The Yellowjackets defeated the Auggies 4–1 back on September 11th. The match will take place Saturday on the campus of the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. Start time is set at 1:30….

Laura Harmon Named New UMD Women’s XC and T&F Head Coach

Harmon was introduced to the media Monday afternoon.

DULUTH, Minn. – Laura Harmon has been named the new head coach of the Minnesota Duluth women’s cross country and track and field teams. She will be taking over at the end of this month. She currently holds the same position at Sierra College in Rocklin, CA, leading both programs to the California Junior College Championships. The Vancouver, WA native…

Two Harbors Win First Football Section Title in 41 Years

Two Harbors defeated Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin 26-18 in the section 7AAA championship game.

DULUTH, Minn. – Karsen Holm scored a 100-yard walk-off pick-six to end the game as Two Harbors knocked off Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin 26-18 in the section 7AAA championship game at Malosky Stadium. The win gives the Agates their first section title since 1977. In other section championships, Deer River defeated Blackduck 26-6 to win the section 7A title, while Moose Lake-Willow River topped…

Yellowjackets Men’s Soccer Win to Set Up UMAC Title Rematch with Saints

The Wisconsin-Superior men's soccer team defeated Crown College 6-2 in the UMAC semi-finals

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – A five-goal outburst in the second half gave the Wisconsin-Superior men’s soccer team the win over Crown College 6-2 Wednesday night in the UMAC semi-finals. James Bruce scored two goals, while Blake Doyea, Elliot Chapman, Fernando Bicalho and Eric Watson also found the back of the net for the Yellowjackets. The win sets up a fourth-straight UMAC…

Yellowjackets, Saints Fall in UMAC Volleyball Tournament

Wisconsin-Superior fell to Minnesota Morris 3-2, while St. Scholastica lost to Northwestern 3-1.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – In the UMAC volleyball semi-finals, #2 seed Wisconsin-Superior went the distance with #3 seed Minnesota Morris. However, the Cougars would get the upset as they get the win 3-2. Taylor Howe led the Yellowjackets with 20 kills while Emily VerWay finished with 50 assists. In the other semi-final, top-seeded Northwestern defeated St. Scholastica 3-1. Categories: College, Sports

Saints Men’s Soccer Advance to 13th Straight UMAC Title Game

The St. Scholastica men's soccer team defeated Martin Luther 4-1 in the UMAC semi-finals.

DULUTH, Minn. – Three different Saints scored, along with an own goal, as the St. Scholastica men’s soccer team knocked off Martin Luther 4-1 in the UMAC semi-finals Wednesday afternoon. Darby Henderson, Jordan Finneran and Luke Buckton all scored for CSS, who will be playing in their 13th consecutive UMAC title game. And for the fourth straight season, the Saints…

Yellowjacket Women Stun Saints in UMAC Semi-Finals

The Wisconsin-Superior women's soccer team pulled off another upset in the UMAC tournament.

DULUTH, Minn. – Freshman Erin Schoborg scored with 37 seconds left as the Wisconsin-Superior women’s soccer team get another upset win as they top #1 seed St. Scholastica 1-0 in the UMAC semi-finals at Saints Field. Goalie Madison Gutekunst finished with 10 saves for UWS, who were outshot by CSS 30-3. The Yellowjackets now advance to the UMAC title game…

Greyhounds Top Skippers to Advance to the State Championship Game

The Duluth East boys soccer team defeated Minnetonka 2-0 in the Class AA state semi-finals.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Will Francis notches his second straight two-goal game as the Duluth East boys soccer team defeated Minnetonka 2-0 in the Class AA state semi-finals at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Greyhounds now move on to the state championship game to face Stillwater Friday at 5:30 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

UMD WR Ibeneme Shines in Bulldogs Blowout Win

The junior wideout finished with a career-high three touchdown catches.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team is coming off a blowout win over Minnesota Crookston and the lopsided score gave a few players some extra time to shine, including junior wide receiver Obi Ibeneme. The Eagan, MN native finished with six catches, 118 yards and three touchdowns. “It felt really good. That’s for sure. I just took advantage of…

Agates Football Seeking First Section Title in 41 Years

The Two Harbors football team haven't won a section championship since 1977.

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – In the Section 7 AAA high school football championship game, Two Harbors is looking for their first section title since 1977. The Agates have had their chances, appearing in four section title games in the past decade. But each time, they haven’t been able to get over the hump. “We had a lot of good teams,…

Bulldog Men’s Basketball Open Season with Exhibition Vs. Gophers

The UMD men's basketball team will take on Minnesota at Williams Arena.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team have been gearing up for their regular season to begin. Before that, the Bulldogs will have an exhibition game down in Minneapolis against the University of Minnesota, a match up that the team is very much excited for. “It’s super insane. UMD is a great place with a great court, but the…

Greyhounds Soccer Ready for Another Shot at State Semi-Finals

The Duluth East boys soccer team will take on Minnetonka in the Class AA state semi-finals.

DULUTH, Minn. – Everyone always wants a do–over. One team that really wants one is the Duluth east boys soccer team, after falling in the Class AA semi–finals last season. And they’ll get their chance Wednesday at U.S. Bank Stadium as they take on fourth-seeded Minnetonka. The players admit that last season they were just happy to be there. But…

Yellowjackets Survive PKs to Win First Ever Playoff Game

The Wisconsin-Superior women's soccer team defeated Minnesota Morris 5-4 in penalty kicks.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Claire Smith scored the go-ahead goal and Madison Gutekunst got the final save as the Wisconsin-Superior women’s soccer team knocked off Minnesota Morris 5-4 in penalty kicks in the first round of the UMAC playoffs Monday night at the NBC Spartans Sports Complex. It is the first playoff win in program history for the Yellowjackets, who move…

Saints Volleyball Sweep Vikings, Move On to UMAC Semi-Finals

The St. Scholastica volleyball team won their first playoff game since 2015.

DULUTH, Minn. – Brooke Scherman finished with 11 kills and 19 digs as the St. Scholastica volleyball team swept Bethany Lutheran 3-0 in the first round of the UMAC tournament Monday night at the Reif Gym. Elli Greenwaldt chipped in with 20 assists to help the Saints win their first playoff match since 2015. It was the 21st straight win…

Freshman Soderberg Starts in Net, Leads Bulldog Women over Huskies

Emma Soderberg finished with 15 saves as UMD knocked off St. Cloud State 2-1.

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – With Maddie Rooney getting the night off, freshman Emma Soderberg started in net for the UMD women’s hockey team. And she showed out, finishing with 15 saves as the Bulldogs beat St. Cloud State 2-1. Anna Klein and Anneke Linser lit the lamp for UMD, who outshot the Huskies 41-16. The Bulldogs are on a three-game…

Bulldog Men’s Hockey Come Back to Beat Top-Ranked Fighting Irish

Two late goals in the third gave UMD the come-from-behind win over Notre Dame.

SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Hermantown native Dylan Samberg scored the go-ahead goal late in the third period as the UMD men’s hockey team stunned top-ranked Notre Dame 3-2 Friday night in a rematch of last season’s national championship game. Parker Mackay and Nick Swaney also scored for the Bulldogs, who get their fifth straight win. Game 2 of this series…

Greyhounds Knock Off Cougars, Advance to State Semi-finals

The Duluth East boys soccer team are heading to U.S. Bank Stadium for the second consecutive season.

CHISAGO LAKES, Minn. – Will Francis scored twice as the top-ranked Duluth East boys soccer team knocked off Centennial 4-2 in the Class AA state quarterfinals at Chisago Lakes High School. Sean Breuninghaus and Michael Reichhoff also score for the Greyhounds, who are heading back to the state semi-finals for the second consecutive season. Duluth East will face Minnetonka next…

Hawks Football Hosting Red-Hot Vikings in Section Semi-Finals

Hermantown defeated North Branch 16-6 back in Week 2.

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – In the other section 7AAAA semi–final, Hermantown will face off against North Branch. These two teams met back in Week 2 and it was the Hawks getting the win. But the Vikings closed the regular season on a five-game win streak, so Hermantown will need to play their best to secure a spot in the section finals….

Lumberjacks Football Look to Take Down High-Flying Hunters

Cloquet knocked off Duluth Denfeld 34-12 at Public Schools Stadium back in Week 2.

CLOQUET, Minn. – The section semi–finals will take place on Saturday. One of the best match–ups will be in Section 7AAAA. The #1 seed Cloquet will take on fourth-seeded Duluth Denfeld. The Hunters are coming off a big win in the first round against Hibbing. However, these teams last met back in Week 2 and it was the Lumberjacks who…

Bulldogs to Visit Notre Dame for National Championship Rematch

These two teams will meet in South Bend in a battle of top-3 ranked teams.

DULUTH, Minn. – About seven months ago, the UMD men’s hockey team won their second ever national championship. On the other bench was Notre Dame, who weren’t too happy about the loss. Starting Friday night in South Bend, the top-ranked Fighting Irish will look to avenge that loss against the third-ranked Bulldogs. “Yeah I think it’s in the back of…

Prep Volleyball: Playoff Action Continues in Section 7A, 7AA

Section 7A had second round action, while Section 7AA began the tournament tonight.

SECTION 7A – ROUND TWO Barnum 0 Carlton 3 Wrenshall 2 Floodwood 3 South Ridge 1 Cromwell-Wright 3 Mountain Iron-Buhl 0 North Woods 3 Bigfork 0 Cherry 3 Mesabi East 1 Ely 3 SECTION 7AA – ROUND ONE Mora 0 North Branch 3 Cloquet 2 Esko 3 Aitkin 1 Duluth Marshall 3 Pine City 0 Duluth Denfeld 3 International Falls…

Greyhounds Looking to Focus on Themselves Instead of Opponent

The Duluth East boys soccer team will kick off their journey in the state tournament on Thursday.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth East boys soccer team are going into the Class AA state tournament as the #1 overall seed. Their first opponent will be Centennial. But instead of focusing on the Cougars, the Greyhounds will just stick to what got them to this point. “You don’t want to look to deep into them. You want to know…

Hunters Boys Soccer Will Be Tested in First Round of State Tournament

Duluth Denfeld will take on top-seeded Blake School in a rematch of the 2016 Class A quarterfinals.

DULUTH, Minn. – After a one-year absence, the Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team are back in the Class A state tournament. And right out the gate, the Hunters will have a tall task in trying to take down the top-seeded Blake School. Despite all the high level competition, there could be a mental relief if Denfeld is able to dismantle…

MN Prep Football Playoff Highlights and Scores from 10/23/18

Duluth Denfeld, Cromwell-Wright and Carlton move on with big home wins.

9-MAN SECTION 5 McGregor 20 Cromwell-Wright 63 Hill City/Northland 14 Carlton 28 9-MAN SECTION 7 Bigfork 0 Mountain Iron-Buhl 68 Ely 28 Littlefork-Big Falls 30 SECTION 7AA Mesabi East 28 Barnum 18 Eveleth-Gilbert 8 Royalton 56 SECTION 7AAA Proctor 21 International Falls 0 Esko 25 Virginia 0 SECTION 7AAAA Hibbing 8 Duluth Denfeld 39 Grand Rapids 12 North Branch 52…

Hilltopper Girls Soccer Look to Keep Magic Going in State Tourney

The Duluth Marshall girls soccer team have an upset on their minds as they will take on Orono.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Cinderella story continues for the Duluth Marshall girls soccer team as they get set for the Class A state tourney Wednesday against #2 seed Orono. The Hilltoppers needed two upsets to win the section so they have full embraced the underdog role and will take it with them Wednesday night. “We think that we’ll do fine…

Bulldogs Football Earn Top Spot in NCAA D2 Super Region 4 Rankings

The rankings determine who advances the national playoff tournament.

DULUTH, Minn. – After getting a big road win this past weekend at Winona State, the UMD football team are still undefeated at 8–0. This week, they stayed put at #5 in the American Football Coaches Association polls. However, the first NCAA D2 Super Region 4 ranks were released this week and the Bulldogs were on top. Although those rankings…

Rogge, Perunovich Named Top Stars in NCAA D1 Hockey

The UMD men's and women's hockey team each earned top honors from the NCAA.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD Bulldogs were on top of both lists of the top stars in Division I hockey for this past weekend. On the men’s side, Scott Perunovich was named the top star in the country after scoring six points in UMD’s home sweep over Maine. On the women’s side, Naomi Rogge earned top star honors after scoring…

Perunovich, Wolff Named NCHC Players of the Week

Scott Perunovich was named Offensive Player of the Week while Nick Wolff took defensive honors.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD men’s hockey linemates Scott Perunovich and Nick Wolff earned weekly honors from the NCHC. Perunovich was named Offensive Player of the Week while Wolff was named Defensive Player of the Week. Perunovich finished the weekend with six points to help the Bulldogs get the home sweep over Maine. Wolff chipped in with five points and was…

Saints Soccer Sweep Northland College in Doubleheader

The St. Scholastica men's and women's soccer teams got shutout wins at home against Northland College.

DULUTH, Minn. – Nolan Friday scored the first two goals of his collegiate career as the St. Scholastica men’s soccer team blanked Northland College 6-0 Monday afternoon at Saints Field. Juan Ochoa, Darby Henderson, Armin Bobaric and Sam Brickley also scored for the Saints. For the women’s match, Kaiya Quam scored in the 80th minute as CSS hangs on to…

Hunters Football Set for First Home Playoff Game in Nine Years

The Denfeld football team will take on Hibbing in the first round of the Section 7AAAA tournament.

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been a long time since the Denfeld football team has hosted a playoff game, 2009 to be exact. So Public Schools Stadium will be the place to be Tuesday night. The Hunters have one of the most explosive offenses, as evident by their 30-point first quarter two weeks ago against Hibbing. And now Denfeld will take…

Coaches Corner: Wisconsin-Superior Men’s Soccer

For this week's segment, we chat with the red hot UWS men's soccer team.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with the Wisconsin-Superior men’s soccer team, including head coach Joe Mooney, as well as team captains Eric Watson and Adrian Leal. Among the topics discussed are the Yellowjackets undefeated UMAC season so far, as well as their chance at winning their first regular season conference title this weekend on Senior…

Tigers, Evergreens Move on in WIAA Football Playoffs

Northwestern and Northwood/Solon Springs get dominating home wins in the opening round.

MAPLE, Wisc. – In the opening round of the Division 4 WIAA playoffs, Northwestern had no trouble with Ellsworth as they win it 42-8. In Division 4 action, Ashland fell at home to Sparta 36-8. And in eight-man, Northwood/Solon Springs defeated Shell Lake 45-12. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Goals Come in Bunches as Bulldogs Top Black Bears

The UMD men's hockey team put on a show, scoring eight goals against Maine.

DULUTH, Minn. – In their final non-conference series at home, the UMD men’s hockey team blasted Maine 8-2 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. The teams combined to score five goals in the opening period, but the Bulldogs would pull away with four goals in the second period and two in the third. Eight different Bulldogs scored in this one, including…

Bulldog Women’s Hockey Get Revenge Against Beavers

The UMD women's hockey team blasted Bemidji State 6-1.

DULUTH, Minn. – In a re-match of last season’s first round of the WCHA playoffs, the UMD women’s hockey team knock off Bemidji State 6-1 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Naomi Rogge led the Bulldogs with two goals. Anneke Linser, Gabbie Hughes, Jalyn Elmes and Ashton Bell all lit the lamp for UMD as well. Maddie Rooney finished with 27…

Hunters Boys Soccer Heading Back to State Tourney with Section Title Win

Duluth Denfeld continues dominant season as they beat Grand Rapids 3-0 in the section 7A championship.

DULUTH, Minn. – Jon Faynik scores twice as Duluth Denfeld blanks Grand Rapids 3-0 to win the section 7A title Thursday night at Ordean Stadium. Keegan Chastey would also score late in the second half, while Eric Gibson finishes the section tournament without allowing a single goal. The Hunters now return to the state tournament for the first time in…

Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Meet Beavers in WCHA First Round Rematch

The UMD women's hockey will face Bemidji State for the first time since being eliminated by the Beavers last season.

DULUTH, Minn. – For the UMD women’s hockey team, they’ll be back at home this weekend as they take on Bemidji State, the team that knocked the Bulldogs out of the WCHA tournament last season in the first round. Needless to say, the ladies are especially excited to get this series going. “Personally, I love playing against Bemidji. They’re what…

Another Freshman Steps Up as Laderoute Provides Spark for Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Team

The freshman from Edmonton scored twice in Saturday's game against Michigan Tech.

DULUTH, Minn. – When there’s a new guy on the team, sometimes not a lot is expected of them. The UMD men’s hockey team have some guys who are contributing immediately, including forward Tanner Laderoute. The Edmonton, Alberta, Canada native scored two goals last Saturday at Michigan Tech. And while he couldn’t come up with a memorable celebration, the moment…

Rudolph Continues Dominance as Saints Blank Falcons

The St. Scholastica women's soccer team knocked off UW-River Falls 1-0 at home.

DULUTH, Minn. – Becca Rancour would score the lone goal as the St. Scholastica women’s soccer team defeated UW-River Falls 1-0 Wednesday afternoon at Saints Field. Roni Rudolph finished with six saves on the day. The Duluth native has allowed just one goal in her past 957 minutes of action. The Saints improve to 9-4-2 on the season as they…

Prep Soccer: Hunters Boys, Hilltoppers Girls Advance to Section Finals

Duluth Denfeld hung on to beat Hermantown 1-0 in overtime, while Duluth Marshall upset Cloquet-Carlton 2-0.

DULUTH, Minn. – Julian Beckrich scored the game-winner in overtime as Duluth Denfeld squeaked by Hermantown 1-0 Tuesday night in the section 7A semi-finals at Public Schools Stadium. The Hunters move on to face Grand Rapids, who defeated Duluth Marshall 3-0. That match will be at 8 o’clock Thursday night at Duluth East High School. In girls action, Duluth Marshall…

Greyhounds Boys Soccer Win Second Straight Section Title

The Duluth East boys soccer team defeated Blaine 4-1 in the section 7AA championship game.

DULUTH, Minn. – Class AA Mr. Soccer nominee Seth Hoffman scored twice as Duluth East knocked off Blaine 4-1 to win the Section 7AA championship, their second in a row. Will Francis and Michael Reichhoff also scored for the Greyhounds. They now get set for the state tournament which begins next week. Categories: High School, Sports

With Larson Injury, Rybarcyzk to Finish Season as Bulldogs Starting QB

Junior Mike Rybarcyzk will make his first start since Week 2 of last season.

DULUTH, Minn. – It was a bittersweet start to the week for the UMD football team. First, the Bulldogs made it to #5 on the latest AFCA poll. Then the team found out that they’ve lost their starting quarterback. Head coach Curt Wiese confirmed Tuesday that sophomore QB John Larson will be out for the rest of the season with…