Northern Star: Brandon Myer
Superior Senior Basketball Player
On this week’s Northern Star, a Superior senior has been growing his whole life, and will continue to grow right here in the Northland.
High School Sports-imported
Denfeld Downs Proctor On Youth Hockey Night
Denfeld takes the win 4-0
Denfeld took on Proctor during Youth Hockey Night.
Late Surge Punishes Duluth Denfeld With A Loss
St. Louis Park puts two in the net for a win.
The Annual Heritage Holiday Classic hosts Duluth Denfeld and St. Louis Park match-up.
Esko Dominates Hinkley-Finlayson in Coaches Classic
Esko takes the W, 84-31.
Esko Coaches Classic Heats Up.
Eskomos Fall to Bombers
Section Final Rematch Goes to Road Team
The Barnum Bombers led 14-10 at the half, and extended the lead with rebounding and clutch shooting in the second half.
Making the Cut: Kicking it with Duluth East
Nick Tries Out for the Duluth East Soccer Team
“Hey everybody is this week’s ‘Making the Cut’ I am at Duluth East High School with the reigning Section 7AA champ Greyhounds. I’m joined by coach Bremer. Coach, you guys are the reigning champs, what are you looking for in your players that you want to see on the field, to make your team?””Well, when we’re going through tryouts some of the things we look for are shooting, passing, dribbling and things like that. Positioning, communication, hustle, all of those things factor in when we’re looking at players to make the cut.”
Making the Cut: Serving it up with Virginia
Nick Picked up a Racket and Tried out for the Virginia Tennis Team
“Hey everybody. In this edition of ‘Making the Cut’ I’m going to take my talents to the tennis courts with the reigning section 7A champs, Virginia. I’m here with coach Mauston. Coach, what skills and what are you looking at from me to make the cut of your team?””Well I think Nick, the most important thing I can tell you, have a great attitude, work hard and make sure you’re having fun because that’s the name of the game here in Virginia. It’s worked well for coach Gunderson and myself for many, many years.”
Making the Cut: Bumping & Spiking with the Carlton Bulldogs
Nick Hit the Volleyball Court to put his Skills to the Test
FOX 21’s Nick Franck tries out for Carlton High School’s varsity volleyball team.
Making the Cut: Swimming with the Thunderhawks
Nick Dove in the Pool without the use of Flippers
FOX 21’s Nick Franck tries out for the Grand Rapids varsity swim team.
East’s Baker Always There for an Assist
Senior Setter Recently Dished 1,000th Career Assist
While hitters get the glory, setters often go overlooked on the volleyball court.Duluth East volleyball coach Danna Anderson says her setter, Alayna Baker, is a prime example.”She doesn’t get a whole lot of credit for the amount of work that she puts in on the court,” Anderson said. “It’s a pretty thankless position.”
Two Harbors’ Mayfield Re-Writing Record Books
Senior Swimmer Already Holds Two School Records, Has Sights Set on More
Swimming wasn’t the first sport Allie Mayfield tried, however once she was in the pool, it didn’t take Allie long to realize she’d found her sport.”I kinda tried really every sport before i got to swimming,” she said. “Swimming was different from every other sport I tried. I really love being an individual while still being on a team. I like testing my ability.”
Arch Honors Morgan Park High School
Morgan Park School to get Arch in its Honor
A curved structure will soon go up paying homage to Morgan Park High school athletes.
Hockey Day Officially Announced
Duluth to Host 2016 Event at Bayfront Park
Duluth will host Hockey Day Minnesota 2016 in February, at Bayfront Park.The Minnesota Wild and FOX Sports North made the official announcement Thursday.
Sources: Hockey Day Matchups Set
Duluth East to play Lakeville North, Denfeld to face Eveleth-Gilbert at Bayfront Park
Duluth East will face Lakeville North, in a Class AA championship game rematch, while Duluth Denfeld will take on Eveleth-Gilbert at Hockey Day Minnesota on February 6th. Both games will be played outdoors, on a rink built at Bayfront Park, three separate sources have confirmed to FOX 21 Sports.
Hockey Day Minnesota Coming to Duluth
10th Annual Event to be Played at Bayfront Park
Hockey Day Minnesota is finally coming to Duluth.Three separate sources confirmed to FOX 21 Sports Thursday that the city will host the annual event in February of 2016.
Duluth Basketball Coach Will Starks Passes Away
Former East Assistant Coach and Founder of Will Starks Basketball League was 49 Years Old
The Duluth basketball community is mourning the loss of long–time area coach Will Starks.Starks, 49, passed away early Thursday morning at the Mayo clinic from complications due to a heart defect.
Area Students Zero in on State Championships
Minnesota Championship is Nation's Only High School Championship
More than 100 area students took to the range in Proctor for a final warm-up.
Zuidmulder Leads Hawks Despite Personal Tragedy
Hermantown Senior Lost Father 24 Hours Before Playoff Doubleheader
Thursday May 28th, the Hermantown Hawks won two games to advance in the Section 7AA baseball playoffs.An impressive performance, considering the loss Hermantown suffered just 24 hours earlier.
Making Lacrosse a School-Funded Sport in Duluth
Charger's Would Help Foot the Bill
There will soon be a new sport offered at Duluth Public Schools as Lacrosse is gaining attention in the Northland.
Rapids’ Italian Import
IRC Champion Sprinter Contu is an Exchange Student from Italy
Grand Rapids track coach Darrin Hofstad heard the stories.”You hear a lot of stories,” he said. “You never believe anything until you see it with your own eyes.For Hofstad, seeing was believing when it came to Andrea Contu.
Duluth Mountain Bike Racing Team Hosts Movie Fundraiser
Mountain bike enthusiasts gathered for a free movie Friday to help raise awareness and funds for the Duluth Mountain Bike Racing team.
Duluth Umpire Shortage Affecting Games
Baseball Season Understaffed in Duluth
We’re just a few weeks into baseball season and games in Duluth are already understaffed.
Ashley Taipale’s Arm Powering Denfeld
Triple Threat Athlete Leading Hunters
Like many high school athletes, Denfeld’s Ashely Taipale plays three sports. But her favorite is softball. And her favorite part of the game is swinging the bat.
Special Report: Challenges for Wrestling in Northland Pt. 3
Future of Wrestling in The Northland
It’s no question that starting a wrestling program can be a struggle in The Northland. But the future looks very bright for the sport.
Special Report: Challenges for Wrestling in Northland Pt. 2
Impact of Youth Wrestling Programs
Wrestling is slowly gaining ground in The Northland. What it needs to thrive are strong youth programs.
Special Report: Challenges for Wrestling in the Northland Pt. 1
Challenges for Wrestling in the Northland
It’s safe to say Duluth is known for hockey. But ask anyone if they root for wrestling and you might not find many fans.
Wilderness Confident Going into Playoffs
Play Coulee Region in First Round
Playoff hockey fever is running wild around the Northland. The Minnesota Wilderness dropping the puck in round one of the NAHL playoffs tomorrow night.It’s been a long, successful year for the Wilderness who earned home ice in the opening round of the playoffs and are quite confident going in to tomorrow night.”It’s been a long season for these guys, 60 games so I think everybody’s excited for the 2nd season of playoffs to be coming. There’s been some energy in the locker room, on the ice and hopefully it carries over to tomorrow night,” said Wilderness coach Corey Millen.”Our confidence is high. We know we have the skill to make it all the way. We feel pretty good. We’ve beat them 7 times, lost to them once, but we had a pretty good weekend against them last, 2 weekends ago so I think we’re pretty strong in that regard,” said Darian Romanko
Bjorn Broman Leaving Behind Legacy
2nd in Minnesota History in Career Points
“Just knowing that I made division one basketball makes me feel so good because that was always my goal,” said Lakeview Christian senior Bjorn Broman.
Eskomos Wary of Quarterfinal Upset
Eskomos Face Roseau in Class AA Quarterfinals
Esko didn’t have a player recognized in the Minnesota Girls Basketball Coaches Association All-State teams, though the eskomos likely don’t mind. After all, they’re back in the State Tournament for the second straight year.
Superior Celebrates Champion Spartans
SHS Won 13th WIAA Hockey Title and 15th State Championship in School History
The 2015 Superior Spartans may have been the most unlikely State Champion in Wisconsin hockey history.But to the boys in blue, the champion part is all that matters.
LCA’s Broman a Mr. Basketball Finalist
Lakeview Christian Star is Only Finalist from Outside the Metro Area
Minnesota’s Class A State Basketball Tournament starts Thursday, without Lakeview christian Academy.The Lions were eliminated by 7A champion Fond du Lac Ojibwe in the section semis.However, there’s good news for Lakeview star senior Bjorn Broman, who’s one of five finalists for the Minnesota’s Mr. Basketball award.
Referee Shortages Impact Northland Sports
Fewer Young People Venturing into Officiating
There’s no question refereeing sporting events is a tough and sometimes even thankless job.
GameNight Top 5 Plays – Jan. 29
GameNight Top 5 Plays – Jan. 29
Northland Hockey Teams Ready for State
Hermantown, Duluth East and Superior are Familiar with State Stage
Three teams. Two states. One goal. To win a championship.Hockey programs from Hermantown, Duluth East, and Superior are no strangers to state hockey tournaments.
Hermantown and Marshall Set to Meet for 7A Title
Hawks and Hilltoppers Meet in Rematch of 2014 7A Final
The Madness is coming, but before March ushers in Minnesota’s State Hockey Tournaments, the end of February is section final week.The first Section 7 title will be handed out Wednesday as Hermantown meets the Marshall at AMSOIL Arena.
Gustafson Talks About Breaking Wisconsin Scoring Record
South Shore Senior Broke South Shore Alum Jolene Anderson's Record
South Shore’s Megan Gustafson went in to the Cardinals’ game against Chequamegon Monday needing just 10 points to tie Joelene Anderson’s school record of 2,881 career points.By the way, Anderson’s mark was also the Wisconsin state girls’ scoring record.Gustafson finished with 46 points as she blew past Anderson in to the state record book.The new record stands at 2,917 and counting.Gustafson watched Anderson as a kid and looked up to her.The new record holder says it was an honor to pass someone she respects so much.”She’s a great player, I knew her really well,” Gustafson said of Anderson.”I’m just really thankful for my teammates, they’ve looked out for me,” Gustafson continued. “They always help me to do my best, and I try to help them as well.”And what about South Shore producing the top two scorers in Wisconsin history?”It’s such a small school,” Gustafson said. “(There are) only 50 kids in the entire school, 9th through 12th. I’m really excited to be a part of this, but I’m sad it’s coming to an end, but I’m really excited for the future.”The Cardinals visit Solon Springs Thursday and Mellen on February 24th.
South Shore’s Gustafson Breaks Wisconsin Scoring Record
Senior Scored 46 Against Chequamegon to Pass Former South Shore Star Jolene Anderson
South Shore’s Megan Gustafson leads Wisconsin in scoring this season as she did in each of the last two seasons as well. Now, she leads the all-time scoring list as well.Gustafson assed South Shore alumnae Jolene Anderson Monday with her 2,882nd point in the 1st half against Chequamegon.Gustafson finished with 46 points in an 81–45 Cardinals win, giving her 2,917 in her career with two regular season games plus playoffs left this season.Gustafson, who also leads Wisconsin in rebounds, pulled down 18 boards and dished out six assists.Gustafson is South Shore’s first Division I recruit since Anderson, having recently signed with the University of Iowa.
Travis Carlson Joins Proctor Elite
Breaks 1000 Point Barrier
“People see the thousand points, they need to understand the work that comes into getting that,” said Proctor basketball coach Todd Clark.
Superior Set to ‘Slam Dunk Cancer’
Spartans to Hold 3rd Annual Fundraiser Tuesday
The Superior Spartan Basketball teams will do their part in the fight against breast cancer Tuesday.The Spartans will host Duluth East in Superior’s 3rd annual Slam Dunk Cancer night, benefitting St. Luke’s Cancer Center.The Spartans will play in special pink jerseys, which will be auctioned off afterwards.Also in the silent auction will be signed Aaron Rodgers and Jordy Nelson Packers jerseys.Slam Dunk Cancer is sponsored by Como Oil and Propane, but this year’s event doubles as the senior project for Spartans Nate Sanders and Jeb Kimmes, who say they wanted to make a difference.”This is a big event, a lot of people attend it,” said Sanders. “Bringing the community together, spreading breast cancer awareness, raising money for it. It’s going to be a lot of fun.””I didn’t really know a lot about breast cancer before this,” said Kimmes. “I know so much more and really care for more people that are going through that because I know how hard it is now.”
DeWall Breaks Proctor Scoring Mark
Lexie DeWall Owns Rails All-Time Girls' Scoring Record
“Great basketball players are not made between November and March, they’re made between March and November. Lexie is that kind of player,” said Proctor girl’s basketball coach Chad Brenna.
A Hockey Life: Part 1
Wilderness Players Impact the Cloquet Community
When most people think of junior hockey, they consider all the work that takes place on the ice.
Superior Savors LSC Basketball Championship
Superior Won the School's 8th LSC Crown in 10 Years Thursday
The Lake Superior Conference Basketball championship is back in Superior.The Spartans won the LSC title with a 79–62 victory Thursday in Hermantown.
FOX GameNight Hockey – Feb. 5th
Girls Sec. 7A Playoff Opener, Marshall Senior Night, Superior Reds the Rink
FOX GameNight Hockey
FOX GameNight Basketball – Feb. 5th
Highlights of LSC Championship, Denfeld Hosting Esko and Duluth East Bemidji DH
FOX GameNight Basketball
GameNight Top 5 Plays of the Week – Feb. 5th
This Week's Top 5 Plays
GameNight Top 5 Plays of the Week
GameNight Coaches Corner – Steve Battaglia
Cloquet Basketball Coach and Player Nate Weets Visit the Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner – Steve Battaglia
Superior Spartans Sign Letters of Intent
O'Brien is School's 1st Div. I Soccer Playter While Football Duo Signs with Bemidji State
Nearly a year and a half after giving her verbal commitment, Superior’s Malley O’Brien signed her Letter of Intent to play soccer at the University of Wisconsin.O’Brien committed while playing with the Minnesota Thunder Academy in Minneapolis.Last Spring, in her only season of varisty soccer so far, O’Brien re–wrote the Superior record book, scoring 40 goals and 92 points.Being from Superior, O’Brien says it only made sense she chose Wisconsin.”I’ve always been a Badger fan,” O’Brien says. “I went there and vistied and basically fell in love with the campus. After meeting the coaches and playing soccer at their camp, I knew that I wanted to pursue going there.”Meanwhile, two of O’Brien’s classmates will suit up for UMD’s Northern Sun Conference rival Bemidji State.Quarterback Nick Mehlum and one of his favorite targets, Jake Libal signed their letters of intent Wednesday as well.This pair of Spartans are also teammates on the basketball court.They’re excited to continue the trend in college.”Just to have one of my best friends coming up there with me next year,” said Mehlum. “And one of the best football players I’ve ever seen, I’m really excited for it.””Having someone there to look after my back, having someone to room with, and he can keep me up with my grades,” aded Libal. “It’s very important, it’s pretty cool, and I’m excited.”
