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.
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Flessert Swims to Masters Nationals
Superior Native will Compete in Four Events
Superior native Amy Flessert took to Masters Swimming like a fish to water.”It’s a casual, not so competitive atmosphere,” she says.
Bike Swap Continuing to Grow
New Features Added in 9th Year
“We make nothing from this event. It’s completely community driven and it’s just a good start to the year to get the bike season going,” said Kraig Decker of Continental Ski and Bike.
NFL Unveils 2015 Schedule
Vikings and Packers to Meet in Weeks 11 and 17
The 2015 National Football League schedule was unveiled Tuesday.In case you’re planning on catching a Border Battle this season, the Vikings and Packers will meet Week 11 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, with the re–match coming in the season finale at Lambeau Field.
Wild Blank Blues, Re-Take Series Lead
Pominville, Parise Net Goals, Dubnyk Posts 1st Playoff Shutout as Wild Go Up 2-1
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) Devan Dubnyk made 17 saves and Jason Pominville and Zach Parise scored second-period goals and the Minnesota Wild earned a 3-0 victory over the St. Louis Blues in Game 3 of their Western Conference series on Monday.
An Old Sport Sees New Trends in The Northland
More and more women are getting out on the river and involved in the sport of fishing.
Adrian Peterson Reinstated by NFL
Vikings RB Can Return to Team After Missing 15 Games in 2014
Adrian Peterson has been reinstated by the National Football League. The only question now is whether Peterson will play for the Vikings or another team in 2015.
UMD Unveils 2015-16 Hockey Schedule
Bulldogs to Host Every NCHC Team Except Omaha
The College Hockey off-season isn’t even a week old yet. However, it’s never too early to start looking ahead to next season.And what better way than taking a first look at the schedule?
Sights and Sounds from Twins Home Opener
Fans Enjoy Opening Day at Target Field
“The excitement, the smells, spring and summer, the boys are back in town, it just gets you fired up for the whole season,” said Nancy Appl, a long-time Twins fan.
Target Field Preps for Twins Home Opener
Grounds Crew Keeps Grass Green During Long Winter
One week before opening day crowds flood into the stadium, the grounds crew at Target Field is hard at work putting the finishing touches on the field.
Celebration of UMD Women’s Hockey
More than 100 people gathered Saturday evening to honor the legacy of the UMD Women’s Hockey program.
Warm Weather Prompts Courses to Open Early
Crews Prepping for Busy Weekend
Our first stretch of mild March weather has prompted some golf courses to open ahead of schedule.
Saints Relying on Strong Mix of Vets & Rookies
14-7 Start to Season
The St. Scholastica baseball team is preparing for it’s first two game conference home series of the season this weekend, when it welcome’s Crown University to town.The Saints are off to another great start to the their season thanks in part to strong veteran leadership and a dash of some really good young players.”Good mix of veterans and young guys willing to put in the effort every day, but there is definitely room to improve,” said junior Austin Colvard.”We have guys, juniors and seniors, who necessarily aren’t playing big roles on the field but provide great leadership when we are inside for our practice sessions. It’s a pretty good crew that we have from our rookies all the way to our veteran leaders,” said Saints coach Corey Kemp.
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
UMD Tabs Crowell for Women’s Hockey Job
Maura Crowell is the 2nd Head Coach in UMD Women's Hockey History
The University of Minnesota Duluth’s search for a new Women’s Hockey coach lasted less than a month.UMD announced Harvard Associate Head Coach Maura Crowell was the pick to replace Shannon Miller.
Day Tripper of Duluth Helps Get Kayakers on the Water
Guide Service Also Offers Canoeing, Paddleboarding and Mountain Biking Trips
Lake Superior experienced an early thaw making now a great time to get out on the water.”The lake’s open,” says Jake Boyce. “Kayak season has started.”
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.
Bulldogs Beat Gophers to Advance to Regional Final
UMD Left Little Doubt with 4-1 Win Over Rival Minnesota
Willie Raskob had a goal and an assist in a three-goal flurry in the first period and Minnesota-Duluth beat Minnesota 4-1 on Friday night in the first round of the Northeast Regional of the NCAA hockey tournament.
The Brule Steelhead Fishing Opener
Fisherman Prepare to Get Back Out on the Water
Fox 21’s Stef Manisero takes us out to the river in Brule, Wisconsin, where many are getting excited for a Northland tradition.
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.
Wade Stadium Ready for Baseball Season
After Undergoing Many Renovations, the New Turf is Ready for Play
FOX 21’s Stef Manisero takes us to the newly renovated Wade Stadium
Smith Resigns as Huskies G.M.
G.M. Had Run the Duluth Huskies Since the Franchise's Inception
It’s hard to think of the Duluth Huskies and not think of Craig Smith, the team’s General Manager since the franchise started in 2003.However, Smith turned in his resignation over the weekend, effective immediately.
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.
UMD Opens Women’s Hockey Coaching Search
School Accepting Applications to Replace Shannon Miller
UMD’s Women’s Hockey team wasn’t one of the eight teams picked for the NCAA tournament, so the University officially started looking to replace Shannon Miller.
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.
Fat Tire Birkie is a Hit
It’s a sport that has grown in more than just tire size. Hundreds of athletes from across the nation made their way to Cable, Wisconsin this weekend for the Fat Bike Birkie.
Proctor Golf Course Board Terminated
Significant Revenue Loss To Blame
After losing $24,000 last year, in what was financially their worst season yet, the city of Proctor decided changes needed to be made to the management of the city’s public golf course.
Duluth Boat, Sports, Travel & RV Show Preview
DECC Hosts 49th Annual Outdoor Recreation Display
The Duluth Boat, Sports, Travel and RV Show is back at the DECC for the 49th consecutive year, where vendors from across the country are coming together to showcase the newest equipment and hottest items for outdoor recreation.
Spirit Mountain Reopens Half Pipe
After Four Winters, Half Pipe is Back by Popular Demand
Back by popular demand, Spirit Mountain is proud to announce the reopening of its half pipe.
Judge: Snowmobile Route Near BWCA Won’t Violate Federal Law
A federal judge has ruled that a proposed snowmobile route bordering the Boundary Waters Canoe Area will not violate the Wilderness Act.
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.
Staff Preps for 42nd Annual Birkiebeiner
Three Weeks Away from America's Longest Cross-Country Ski Race
The 55–kilometer ski marathon, America’s longest cross–country ski race, brings over 10,000 skiers to the area each year.
Paralympic Nordic Skiing World Championships
Former Navy SEAL Dan Cnossen Competes in 15K Biathlon
Five years ago, Dan Cnossen didn’t know if he’d ever walk again.
GameNight Top 5 Plays – Jan. 29
GameNight Top 5 Plays – Jan. 29
John Beargrease Finishline
Check out this handful of images from the 2015 John Beargrease finishline.
Antique Snowmobile Show
A Look Back in Time at a Popular Northland Sport
“You always like to look at your roots because that’s where you come from and there are a lot of machines here that bring back a lot of memories.”
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.
Monoskiing at Spirit Mountain
The Incredible Story of a 14-Year-Old Girl
When Brynn Duncan was just eight years old, her life and her dreams changed forever.
For the Love of Hockey: Kraft Hockeyville
Fryberger Arena to Potentially Receive Upgrade
Some much needed improvements could be coming to a Twin Ports Arena.
Ice Climbing Plan for Casket Quarry in Early Stages
City Presents Plan to Broaden Outdoor Recreation
The city of Duluth has a vision for the St. Louis River Corridor to become a destination for outdoor recreation.
Mont du Lac Preps for 2nd Annual Ice Cross Downhill Event
64 Skaters Prep for Riders Cup
Athletes are gearing up to race downhill at 40 miles per hour on hockey skates.
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.
American Woman Takes First Place in American Birkebeiner
Holly Brooks Claims Second Birkie Title
“I felt good out there,” said Holly Brooks, a cross-country ski racer. “I thought maybe it was my day, and I was able to take it.”
Fat Tire Biking Craze
It’s a craze that is gaining attention and momentum nationwide and in Northern Wisconsin. All it takes is two wheels and some good balance to join in the fat bike craze.
Bulldogs Want Packed House for Playoff Hoops
UMD Hosts 1st Playoff Game Since 2006 Wednesday
It’s been a long time since UMD Basketball hosted a playoff game at Romano Gym. A drought that comes to an end this week, as UMD hosts Winona State in a 1st Round NSIC Tournament game.
UMD Suspended From LGBT Friendly Designation
Campus Pride Strips UMD's Title
It was several weeks ago that the contracts of head women’s hockey coach, Shannon Miller and her coaching staff would not be renewed after this season ends. Miller and her staff all happen to be gay or bisexual. Now, a National Group is pulling UMD from consideration this year to be named an LGBT friendly school.
Special Report: Outdoor Options Part 1
Skijoring Connects Nature and Man's Best Friend
For some, a snowy forest is an opportunity to connect to nature and some of their furry friends.
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.
Fishing With Veterans
Organization Gives Back to Military Members
Rounding up a group of guys and heading out to a frozen lake is not all that uncommon during a northern Minnesota winter.
