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UMD Men’s & Women’s Hockey Moves Up in Recent USCHO Poll

Both UMD men's and women's team returns to the ice after its Thanksgiving break.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team moved up in the recent USCHO poll on Monday. UMD is ranked 4th in the country after the Thanksgiving holiday. The Bulldogs have a tough road test this weekend. The team will travel to Kalamazoo to take on 7th ranked Western Michigan. Game one between the Bulldogs and the Broncos is on Friday…

UMD’s Kleber & Plante Named to U.S. National Junior Team Preliminary Roster

Future UMD goalie and former Proctor Rail A.J Reyelts was also named to the preliminary roster.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD sophomores Adam Kleber and Max Plante have been making plays for the UMD men’s hockey team this season. Now the duo will suit up for Team USA, as the pair was named to the 2026 U.S. National Junior Team Preliminary roster on Monday. Kleber and Plante helped the U.S to a 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship gold…

UMD’s Kraemer & Former Bulldog Larocque Set to Skate in Final Two Games of Rivalry Series for Team Canada

The final two games of the Rivalry Series are on December 10th and 13th. 

DULUTH, Minn.- Current UMD Bulldog Caitlin Kraemer and former All-American Bulldog Jocelyne Larocque have been named to Canada’s National team roster for the last two games of the Rivalry Series on Monday. Kraemer is the youngest forward to be named to the roster. She last suited up for Team Canada in the U.S. Rivalry Series back on October 31st and…

Minnesota Keeps Paul Bunyan’s Axe with a 17-7 Win in the Snow Over Wisconsin

Minnesota (7-5, 5-4 Big Ten) has won five of the last eight matchups with Wisconsin (4-8, 2-7).

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Drake Lindsey threw a touchdown pass to Jameson Geers for the only second-half score in snow-globe conditions, and John Nestor had two interceptions and a fumble recovery for Minnesota in a 17-7 victory over Wisconsin on Saturday to keep Paul Bunyan’s Axe. Darius Taylor had a 49-yard touchdown run late in the second quarter to get the Gophers…

UWS Men’s Hoops Falls Short at Home Against Loras

UWS drops to 0-6 on the season.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s basketball team aimed for its first win of the season on Saturday, hosting Loras. In the first half, UWS controlled the ball on offense, taking a 36-29 lead into the break. Sadly, the Duhawks found life in the second half, defeating the Yellowjackets 68-65. UWS is back in action on Wednesday, December 3rd, against UW-Stout….

UMD’s Luke Dehnicke Nominated for 2025 Harlon Hill Trophy

The winner of the award will be announced on Friday, December 19th.

DULUTH, Minn.- A current UMD football standout was nominated for the 2025 Harlon Hill Trophy. Tight End Luke Dehnicke is one of the 36 players up for the award. Just this past season, he led the NSIC with an average of 98 receiving yards per game and 14 touchdowns. He also reached the 1,000 yard mark, finishing with 1,074 yards…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Hoops Complete Doubleheader Sweep of Bemidji State

It's the first conference win for both teams.

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams secured home victories on Tuesday night. Playing Bemidji State in a doubleheader, the Bulldog women began the night with a 74 to 63 win. Myra Moorjani led the team with 18 points. The UMD women will next host Minnesota Crookston on December 3rd. Following that contest, the Bulldog men took…

Trio of CSS Football Standouts Earn All-MIAC Conference Status

CSS went 3-7 this past season.

DULUTH, Minn.- A trio on the St. Scholastica football team was recognized by the MIAC conference for their efforts this past season. Quarterback Donald West, running back Jevon Williams, and linebacker Austin Mundt all earned all-conference nods on Monday. Their teammate and offensive lineman Cody Schneider was an honorable mention. The Saints just wrapped up their 2025 campaign 10 days…

Former Duluth Denfeld Running Back Taye Manns Named MIAC Rookie of the Year

In his freshman season with the Royals, Manns recorded 815 rushing yards and led the conference in rushing touchdowns with 13.

SAINT PAUL, Minn.- In college football, former Duluth Denfeld Hunter Taye Manns has earned some hardware for his first season with Bethel. Manns was named MIAC rookie of the year. In his freshman season with the Royals, Manns recorded 815 rushing yards and led the conference in rushing touchdowns with 13. The Duluth native also hauled in two receiving touchdowns….

Cohasset Native Mercury Bischoff Claims First WCHA Player of the Week Award

Bischoff tallied six points, including a hat trick on Saturday, to help the Mavericks sweep Minnesota.

MANKATO, Minn.- Former Grand Rapids/Greenway standout Mercury Bischoff had a weekend to remember for Minnesota State-Mankato. Bischoff tallied six points, including a hat trick on Saturday, to help the Mavericks sweep Minnesota. On Monday, she was named the WCHA Rookie of the Week for her efforts. It’s the first time in her career she’s won the weekly award. Categories: College,…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Hockey Drop One Spot in USCHO Poll

Both teams will be back in action on December 5th. 

DULUTH, Minn.- On the ice, the UMD men’s hockey team falls to 5th in the recent USCHO poll after their series split with Colorado College over the weekend. On Friday, the Bulldogs secured the 4-2 win after Max Plante recorded his first hat trick with UMD. But Saturday, the Tigers knocked off UMD in overtime 2-1. For the women’s squad,…

UMD Men’s Basketball Bounces Back Against Lake Superior State

UMD will tip off NSIC conference play on November 25th, taking on Bemidji State. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team closed out the American Family Insurance Classic, taking on Lake Superior State on Saturday. The Bulldogs pick up their 4th win of the year, taking down the Lakers 72-69. Leading the way for the Bulldogs was Caleb Siwek with 22 points. UMD will tip off NSIC conference play on Tuesday, November 25th, taking…

#5 UMD Women’s Hockey Drops Back-to-Back Games Against #3 Ohio State

UMD will hit the road on Friday, December 5th, to take on Bemidji State.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team wrapped up its series with Ohio State on Saturday. The Buckeyes picked up right where they left off from game one, defeating the Bulldogs 4-1 to earn the series sweep. After dropping back-to-back games, the Bulldogs fall to 10-6 on the year. UMD will have an opportunity to bounce back on Friday, December…

Ashland Scores 32 Unanswered Points to Knock UMD Football Out of the NCAA Playoffs

The Bulldogs end the year with a 10-2 overall record.  

ASHLAND, OH. – The UMD football team kicked off its push for a national title on Saturday afternoon. The Bulldogs took on Ashland in the first round of the NCAA tournament. UMD opened up the game scoring on their first possession to take a 7-0 lead over the Eagles. However, the Eagles rattled off 32 unanswered points to secure the…

UMD Men’s Hoops Falls to Michigan Tech for 1st Loss of Season

UMD will next host Lake Superior State on Saturday at 3:30 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team tipped off their annual American Family Insurance Classic on Friday night. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs ran into a tough Michigan Tech team, that handed UMD it’s first loss 57 to 48. The Bulldogs were led by Caleb Siwek, who had 12 points in the contest. UMD will next host Lake Superior State on Saturday…

#5 UMD Women’s Hockey Unable to Complete Comeback Against #3 Ohio State

Buckeyes take down the Bulldogs 3-1 in series opener.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team was back at Amsoil Arena, taking on third ranked Ohio State. The Buckeyes controlled the entire game against the Bulldogs taking game one 3-1. Scoring the lone goal for UMD was Rae Mayer. UMD continues their series with the Buckeyes on Saturday, November 21st. Puck drop is at 3:02 p.m. Categories: College, Friday…

#7 UMD Football Preps for Tough Ashland Defense in First Round of NCAA Tournament

On Saturday, the 10-1 Bulldogs will travel to Ohio to take on the 9-2 Ashland Eagles in the first round of the NCAA playoff tournament.

DULUTH, Minn.- After ending the regular season by claiming the NSIC Conference title, the UMD football team now shifts their attention to the NCAA tournament. On Saturday, the 10-1 Bulldogs will travel to Ohio to take on the 9-2 Ashland Eagles in the first round of the NCAA playoff tournament. Saturday’s matchup against the Eagles will mark the Bulldogs 13th…

Former Bulldogs Giguere & Wallin Land on New Teams Ahead of PWHL Season

A total of 15 former Bulldogs will be on a PWHL roster this season.

DULUTH, Minn.- PWHL teams had to trim down their rosters in advance of opening night on Friday. A couple of former Bulldogs found themselves on the move. Elizabeth Giguere was let go by the Ottawa Charge. But soon after that, she was picked up by the Minnesota Frost as a reserve. Also changing teams was Olivia Wallin, who went from…

Northern Star: Taye Manns

In Manns freshman season with the Royals, he led the team in rushing yards with 815.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Duluth Denfeld running back Taye Manns has been tearing up the football field at the college level at Bethel. In his freshman season with the Royals, Manns led the team in rushing yards with 815. He also found the end zone 15 times this year. But Manns doesn’t take all the credit for his breakout season. “I…

Dehnicke, Wiese, & Vogler Headline NSIC Honors for UMD Football

UMD went 9-1 in the NSIC conference this season.

DULUTH, Minn.- Plenty of UMD football players and coaches earned recognition from the NSIC conference on Wednesday. Some of the notables include Tight End Luke Dehnicke, who was named the Offensive Newcomer of the Year. Head Coach Curt Wiese claims his first NSIC Coach of the Year Award. His offensive coordinator, Chase Vogler is the NSIC Assistant Coach of the…

#4 UMD Men’s Hockey Looks to Continue Impressive Road Play at Colorado College

So far this year, the Bulldogs have had no issue playing outside of Amsoil Arena as they boast a 6-1 record.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team be on the road this upcoming weekend to face Colorado College. So far this year, the Bulldogs have had no issue playing outside of Amsoil Arena as they boast a 6-1 record. Even better news is UMD has a 10-4-2 record playing in Colorado Springs since the 2014-2015 season. It’s taken a little…

After Three Weeks on Road, #5 UMD Women’s Hockey Returns Home to Face #3 Ohio State

Ohio State has taken eight out of the last 10 meetings between the two teams.

DULUTH, Minn.- After almost spending the last month on the road, the 5th ranked UMD women’s hockey team will return home this upcoming weekend to battle 3rd ranked Ohio State. It’s just the 3rd home series for the Bulldogs on the young season. UMD, who enters the matchup on a four-game winning streak, will look to change the recent trend…

Former Bulldog Justin Faulk Skates in 1,000th Career NHL Game

Faulk is just the 2nd Bulldog in program history to reach that milestone, joining Brett Hull.

ST. LOUIS, M.O- A former UMD men’s hockey player reached an impressive milestone on Tuesday night. Defenseman Justin Faulk skated in his 1,000th career NHL game when his St. Louis Blues took on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Faulk is just the 2nd Bulldog in program history to reach that milestone, joining Brett Hull. “The thing I love about Faulker is…

UMD Men’s Hoops Stays Unbeaten on Young Season By Taking Down CSS

UMD will next host Michigan Tech on Friday at 6 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team improved to 3-0 on the season on Tuesday, defeating St. Scholastica 89 to 58. The Bulldogs were led by Caleb Siwek, who had 21 points. As for the Saints, Davion Butler had 14 points in the contest. UMD will next host Michigan Tech on Friday at 6 PM. St. Scholastica is at Wheaton…

Former Bulldog Men’s Basketball Players Joshua Brown & Jayden Johnson Going Pro Overseas

Both players were on the 2024-2025 Bulldog roster.

DULUTH, Minn.- Two members of the UMD men’s basketball team last year are going pro. Joshua Brown has signed with a team in Spain and his teammate Jayden Johnson is heading to a team in Malta. Brown suited up for the Bulldogs for five years and tallied over 1600 points. As for Johnson, he played just a season for UMD….

UMD Goaltender Eve Gascon Named WCHA Goaltender of the Week for 3rd Time

Gascon returned from Team Canada this weekend and helped the Bulldogs to two wins over St. Thomas.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD goaltender Eve Gascon has once again claimed the WCHA Goaltender of the Week award. Gascon returned from Team Canada this weekend and helped the Bulldogs to two wins over St. Thomas. She led the league with a .958 saves percentage and stopped 68 of the 71 shots she saw. In other Bulldog women’s news, the team stays…

First-Ever St. Scholastica Football Coach Greg Carlson Passes Away at 77

Carlson led the Saints from 2007-2013.

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica football family is mourning after it was announced that former head coach Greg Carlson has passed away at the age of 77. Carlson was the first-ever football coach in program history. He was hired in 2007 and the team played their first-ever game the following year in 2008. During his reign, the Saints went 39-22,…

UMD Men’s Hockey Drops to #4 in USCHO Poll After Split with Omaha

The Bulldogs will next face Colorado College on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has dropped one spot in the recent USCHO poll. The Bulldogs sit at 4th after their series split with Omaha over the weekend. The 11-3 Bulldogs will hit the road to take on Colorado College, who was swept by Denver this past weekend. Game one between the Bulldogs and the Tigers is on…

UMD Football Draws Ashland in First Round of NCAA Playoffs

The Bulldogs last appeared in the NCAA playoffs back in 2021 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team heard their name called for the NCAA tournament on Sunday night. The Bulldogs will hit the road and face Ashland University in the first round of the tournament. The Bulldogs last appeared in the NCAA playoffs back in the 2021 season. On Saturday, UMD claimed its first unshared NSIC Championship Title since the 2012…

Omaha Blanks #3 UMD Men’s Hockey to Earn Series Split

The Bulldogs are back in action Friday, November 21st, against Colorado College. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team took game one of their series with Omaha on Friday thanks to a hat trick by Hermantown native Ty Hanson. On Saturday, the Bulldogs aimed for the series sweep against the Mavericks. However, the Mavericks scored two unanswered goals to defeat UMD 2-0. The Bulldogs are back in action Friday, November 21st, against…

CSS Football Can’t Generate Offense Against #4 Bethel in Season Finale

CSS ends the year with a 3-7 overall record.  

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday, the CSS football team hosted Bethel to conclude the regular season. The Royals showed why they’re the fourth-ranked team in the country, defeating the Saints 62-0. Former Duluth Denfeld running back Taye Manns had 126 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns for the Royals. CSS ends the year with a 3-7 overall record. Categories: College, Sports

Both UWS Men’s & Women’s Soccer Teams Fall in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament

The men's team faced off against St. Olaf, while the women's team took on UChicago.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After claiming UMAC titles last weekend, both the UWS men’s and women’s soccer teams kicked off their NCAA tournament play on Saturday. The men’s team faced off against St. Olaf. Sadly, UWS’s season comes to an end after falling 3-0 to the Oles. The Yellowjackets close out the year with a 16-7 record. For the women’s team, they…

Hanson’s Hat Trick Propels #3 UMD Men’s Hockey Past Omaha

Omaha and UMD will square off once again on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team continued their winning ways on Friday night, defeating Omaha 5 to 2. The Bulldogs were led by defenseman Ty Hanson, who had a hat trick in the victory. Omaha and UMD will square off once again on Saturday. Puck drop is at 6:07 PM. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota…

CSS Men’s Hockey Hands #12 UWS First Loss of the Year

Leading the way for the Saints was Riley Girod with two goals. 

SUPERIOR, Wis, – On Friday, a classic border battle took place at Wessman Arena as 12th ranked UWS took on St. Scholastica. The Saints march back to Duluth with a win, defeating the Yellowjackets 3-1. Leading the way for the Saints was Riley Girod with two goals. The Saints are back in action on Friday, November 21st, against Augsburg. Puck…

UMD Volleyball Snaps Five-Game Skid, Defeating Winona State in Three Sets

Leading the way for UMD was Madeline Guetzkow with 14 kills. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team hosted Winona State on Friday night. The Bulldogs snapped a five-game losing streak, defeating the Warriors in three sets. Leading the way for UMD was Madeline Guetzkow with 14 kills. The Bulldogs will close out the regular season on Saturday, November 15th, against Concordia- St. Paul. First set is at 2 p.m. Categories: College,…

UMD Men’s Hoops Entering New Era, Bulldog Women Building Off Experience

Both the men and the women tip-off their seasons on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The start of a new UMD men’s and women’s basketball season will begin on Friday night. On the men’s side, for the first time since the 2018-2019 season, the Bulldogs won’t have a Drew Blair, Jack Middleton, Joshua Brown, Austin Andrews, or Charlie Katona on their roster. Essentially a new era of UMD men’s hoops, which excites head…

UW-Superior Volleyball Sweeps Bethany Lutheran for Spot in UMAC Title Game

UW-Superior will next face Northwestern on Saturday.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior volleyball team is one step closer to a national tournament berth. On Wednesday, the Yellowjackets swept the Bethany Lutheran Vikings 3-0 to advance to the UMAC championship game. UWS was led by Sydney Smith and Makenna Hohbein, who each had nine kills in the win. UW-Superior will next face Northwestern on Saturday. Winner advances to the…

St. Scholastica Women’s Hoops Rallies in 4th to Down UW-Superior

CSS was led by Kloey Lind, who had 21 points.

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s basketball team is still unbeaten on the young season. Playing UW-Superior on Wednesday, the Saints rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring the Yellowjackets 31 to 19 to come away with the 56-52 win. CSS was led by Kloey Lind, who had 21 points. As for UWS, Megan Schafer was the high-scorer with 11 points….

UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Captures Multiple End of the Year UMAC Awards

10 members of the UW-Superior men's soccer team earned end of the year UMAC awards.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- 10 members of the UW-Superior men’s soccer team earned end of the year UMAC awards. Head Coach Joe Mooney is the Coach of the Year after leading UWS to a perfect 12-0 conference record this year. Jacob Wyles claims the Defensive Player of the Year award. And his teammate Seth Davidson is the Rookie of the Year. Davidson…

Northern Star: UW-Superior Men’s & Women’s Soccer

Another year and another UMAC title for both the UWS men's & women's soccer teams.

SUPERIOR, Wis.-Another year and another UMAC title for both the UWS men’s & women’s soccer teams. But at times this season, it didn’t look like that was a possibility. The Yellowjacket men overcame a slow start amidst plenty of veteran changes on the roster. “We knew that leadership was going to be great. It takes a minute for guys to…

#3 UMD Men’s Hockey to Continue Homestand with Bout Against Omaha

The Bulldogs have dropped their last five contests against the Mavericks.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team just keeps on winning. For the 4th time in program history, the Bulldogs began their season with a 10-2 record. They’ll look to add a few more to win column this weekend when they welcome in Omaha. The Bulldogs have dropped their last five contests against the Mavericks. Head Coach Scott Sandelin says…

Gascon & Kraemer Set to Return for #5 UMD Women’s Hockey in Series at St. Thomas

Last season, the Tommies were able to pick up their first two wins in the all-time series against UMD.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team is back to work as they return from their bye to take on 15th ranked St. Thomas. Last season, the Tommies were able to pick up their first two wins in the all-time series against UMD as the two teams eventually split the season series. Those meetings are still fresh on the mind…

Adam Gajan Captures Another NCHC Goaltender of the Week Honor

This is the 3rd time this season that Gajan has been named the NCHC Goaltender of the Week.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD men’s goaltender Adam Gajan has once again claimed the NCHC Goaltender of the Week award. The Slovakia native posted a league-low 0.98 goals against average against St. Cloud State University this past weekend. He also had 48 saves total and a .960 saves percentage. This is the 3rd time this season that Gajan has been named the…

With Postseason Implications On Their Minds, UMD Football to Close Out Regular Season in Minot

UMD is 12-0 all-time against Minot State.

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the final week of the regular season for the UMD football team. And the Bulldogs are in a position where many squads strive to be. UMD, who already has at least a share of the NSIC North division, can win the conference and the division outright depending on other outcomes. The Bulldogs are also in a good…

UMD Football Now Ranked 11th in the Nation, Crack Top Five for Super Region Three Rankings

UMD is at Minot State this upcoming Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team has once again seen some movement in the polls. The Bulldogs are now 11th in the nation following their 42 to 28 win over Bemidji State on Saturday. Even better news, UMD has cracked the top five in the Super Region Three Rankings, signaling a playoff berth is on the horizon. UMD is at…

UMD Graduate Runner Shaelyn Hostager Qualifies for NCAA Cross Country Championships

Hostager is the 3rd individual at UMD to qualify since 2010.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD Graduate runner Shaelyn Hostager has qualified for the 2025 NCAA Division II Cross Country Championships later this month. She recently just placed 10th at the Central regions with a time of 21:23:35. Hostager, who’s the 3rd individual at UMD to qualify since 2010, will compete on November 22nd at UW-Parkside. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota –…

UWS Men’s Soccer Draws St. Olaf in First Round of NCAA Tournament

The two teams squared off back in September, where the Yellowjackets won 3 to 2.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- For the 9th consecutive season, the UWS men’s soccer team is NCAA tournament bound. The Yellowjackets earned an automatic bid with their 2 to 1 overtime victory over Bethany Lutheran in the UMAC championship game this past Saturday. Earlier Monday morning, UWS learned who their first-round opponent will be. They will travel to Northfield Minnesota to take on the…

UWS Women’s Soccer to Meet UChicago in Opening Round of National Tourney

The Yellowjackets first-round game against UChicago is on Saturday, November 15th at 11 a.m.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS women’s soccer team punched their ticket to the national tournament this past weekend. UWS will take on 7th ranked UChicago in the first-round of the NCAA tournament. In head coach Nick Piazza’s first season with the Yellowjackets, they returned to the top of the conference, claiming their 5th straight UMAC title with a 1-0 win over…

UMD Men’s Hockey Moves Up to #3 in USCHO Poll

This is UMD's highest ranking since November 29th of 2021.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has once again moved up in the latest USCHO Poll. The Bulldogs are now the 3rd ranked team in the nation after their weekend sweep of St. Cloud State. This is UMD’s highest ranking since November 29th of 2021. The Bulldogs will continue their homestand this upcoming Friday, when they take on Omaha….