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Four More UWS Student-Athletes Earn UMAC Player of the Week Honors

It's the 2nd straight week the school has had four athletes earn UMAC honors.

September 11, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Four more UWS fall student-athletes earned UMAC Player of the Week honors on Tuesday. They are volleyball’s Jenna Anderson, Connor Willard of men’s golf, and cross country runners Zach Reese and Simone Stephens. For Anderson, it’s the 2nd straight week she’s been named the defensive player of the week. Willard took first at the Twin Ports Collegiate. Reese…

UMD Football to Retire Reed Ryan’s Number Before Home Opener Against MSU-Moorhead

Ryan will be the first Bulldog football player to have his number retired.

September 10, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After a 35-7 season-opening win back on August 29th against Northern Michigan and a bye week this past weekend, the UMD football team returns to action this upcoming Saturday for their home opener versus Minnesota State- Moorhead. Recent history has been on the Bulldogs side as they’ve won the last 20 meetings between the two squads. But, before…

After Four Seasons at the Helm, Sean Morgan Steps Down as Duluth FC Head Coach

Just this past season, Morgan led the BlueGreens to a 2024 NPSL North title and a Midwest Regional title.

September 10, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC head coach Sean Morgan is stepping down after four seasons at the helm. It’s been a memorable run for Morgan and that started in his very first season as he led the BlueGreens to the playoffs in 2021. Just this past year though was perhaps his best as the team won the 2024 NPSL North Championship,…

UMD Football Moves Up Three Spots in Latest D2Football.Com National Poll

UMD previously was ranked #23 in the country last week.

September 9, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team may have not had a game this past weekend. But, they still moved up in the latest D2Football.com national poll. The Bulldogs are now ranked 20th in the country. UMD now enters game week again as they’ll prepare for their home opener against MSU-Moorhead on Saturday. Kick-off is at 2 PM at Malosky Stadium….

St. Scholastica Men’s Soccer Settles for Tie with Old UMAC Rival Northwestern

The Saints (0-3-1) will next be in action on Wednesday, hosting UW-Superior at 2 PM.

September 9, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After starting the season at 0-3, the St. Scholastica men’s soccer team settled for the 2-2 tie on Monday with Northwestern. A 2nd half goal by Elijah Seehof-Flory gave the Saints a 2-1 lead over Northwestern in the 2nd half. But, the Eagles eventually rallied back to tie the game. Aiden Olson was the other goal-scorer for CSS….

Top Plays: 9/6

Superior, Esko defense steps up; Hill scores for UWS

September 6, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of defensive football plays and a big-time UWS goal have made the cut for this week’s top plays. At number three, Superior Defensive Lineman Garret Rivord is able to track down a batted pass for an interception against River Falls. At number two, Esko’s Easton Harker forced a fumble on a sack, resulting in Heath Sunnarborg…

College Volleyball: UWS Improves to 5-0, CSS Falls at Stinger Classic

The classic goes through Saturday in Superior.

September 6, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior volleyball team continued their strong start to the season on Friday, defeating Marian in straight sets. The Yellowjackets will next face Mary-Hardin Baylor on Friday night to continue to Stinger Classic slate. In other volleyball action, St. Scholastica fell to 0-5 on the season after dropping a three set contest to Mary-Hardin Baylor. They’ll next face…

UMD Women’s Basketball Announces Schedule for Upcoming Year

UMD's home opener is November 18th versus Wisconsin-Parkside.

September 6, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team released their schedule on Thursday. It all starts with two exhibition contests in October. First, facing Lakehead on October 18th at home and then almost two weeks later they’ll host St. Scholastica on Halloween. The Dogs will then head to Oklahoma to open the regular season at Northwestern Oklahoma State on November 8th….

UMD Soccer Season Begins With Blowout Loss

Wildcats score six consecutive goals

September 5, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the second straight year, the UMD Soccer team has opened their season with a loss against Northern Michigan. The Wildcats handedly defeated the Bulldogs 6-1 Thursday night at Malosky Field. Nothern Michigan scored all six goals before UMD found the back of the net in the 80th minute (goal scored by Maria Zanotti). UMD will have a…

UWS Women’s Soccer Claims Bragging Rights Over CSS in Annual Bridge Battle

UWS (2-1) will next host UW-Platteville on Saturday at Walt Hunting Stadium.

September 4, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s soccer team picked up their 2nd win of the season on Wednesday, defeating St. Scholastica 2 to 0. Kamryn Hill and Niya Wilson each had a goal for the Yellowjackets. UWS (2-1) will next host UW-Platteville on Saturday at Walt Hunting Stadium. CSS (0-3) will also next host UW-Platteville. That contest is on Friday. Categories:…

UMD Men’s Basketball Releases Schedule for 2024-2025 Season

UMD starts off the season with two exhibition contests, one at the University of Iowa and then one at home against UW-Superior.

September 4, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Soon the UMD men’s basketball team will begin their 2024-2025 campaign and on Wednesday the Bulldogs released their schedule for the upcoming year. UMD starts off the season with two exhibition contests, one at the University of Iowa and then one at home against UW-Superior. They’ll then begin regular season play with two tournaments. First, with the American…

Four Current UMD Women’s Hockey Players Selected for National Team Duty

Former Bulldogs Ashton Bell, Jocelyn Larocque, and Elizabeth Giguere were also named to Canada's national team camp.

September 3, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In just 18 days, the UMD women’s hockey team will hit the ice for their season opener at Ohio State. But before they get their campaign going, four members of the team were selected for national team duty. They are goaltender Eve Gascon and forward Caitlin Kraemer, who were two of 48 players selected for the Canada national…

Northland College Names Dana Wiezorek as New Head Softball Coach

Wiezorek, who's an Ashland native, takes over a program that's looking for their first win since the 2023 season.

September 3, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College named Dana Wiezorek as their new head softball coach on Tuesday. It’s a reunion of sorts as she previously served as a volunteer assistant coach at the school from 2018 to 2019. Wiezorek has plenty of coaching experience, making stops at Washburn/Bayfield and Ashland high school over the course of 23 years. Wiezorek, who’s an Ashland…

UWS Well Represented in UMAC Player of the Week Honors for Volleyball & Soccer

The first UMAC conference weekly awards were announced Tuesday morning.

September 3, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The first UMAC conference weekly awards were announced Tuesday morning and plenty of UW-Superior athletes were recognized. The Yellowjackets picked up two of the three volleyball honors with Colleen Claude winning setter of the week and Jenna Anderson winning defensive athlete of the week. Claude had 101 assists while Anderson had 100 digs this past weekend. The UWS…

UMD Football Moves Up Two Spots in D2Football.com National Poll

UMD was previously ranked 25th to enter the season.

September 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football saw a little movement in the polls after their season-opening 35 to 7 win over Northern Michigan. The Bulldogs are now ranked 23rd in the country in the D2Football.com national poll. UMD was previously ranked 25th to enter the season. The Bulldogs will have this upcoming weekend off before they return to the gridiron on September…

St. Scholastica Women Can’t Keep Up With Nationally-Ranked La Crosse

Saints give up seven goals

September 2, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s soccer team were outplayed by the seventh-ranked UW La Crosse Eagles, falling 7-1 on Sunday at Kenny Harkins Field. The Saints’ lone goal was scored by Mariah Hernesman off an assist from Kaitlyn Sautter. Goalkeeper Gracie Meagher recorded nine saves while facing La Crosse’s scoring onslaught. St. Scholastica will cross the bridge on Wednesday…

Second-Half Goals Lift Yellowjackets to Win Over Falcons

Second UWS win over UWRF in program history

September 2, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After losing their season opener, the UW-Superior women’s soccer team has earned their first win of the season in a 2-1 nailbiter over UW-River Falls. After giving up a goal in the final seconds of the first half, UWS scored two goals in the second half, including the go-ahead score by Brynn Crystal with less than eight minutes…

Tobias, UMD Soccer Have ‘Ring Season’ State of Mind

Bulldogs begin regular season Thursday vs. Northern Michigan

September 1, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD Senior and Team Captain Anna Tobias is eager to add to her jewelry collection. Leading up to the 2024 season, Tobias has made an effort to get her teammates energized about her team’s chances. In 2023, the Bulldogs reached their first NSIC Tournament in six years, only to be eliminated in the first round. However, Tobias wants…

St. Scholastica Women Open Season With Border Battle Loss

Saints' fourth-straight season-opening loss

August 30, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s soccer team’s season has kicked off with a 1-0 loss to UW-River Falls in their annual Border Battle on Friday at Kenny Harkins Field. This marks the Saints’ fourth-straight season-opening loss. In 2023, St. Scholastica didn’t win until their 12th game of the season when they defeated Hamline 2-0. St. Scholastica will have one…

Coaches Corner: Mike Heffernan

Heffernan is entering his 6th season as head coach.

August 30, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we catch up with Mike Heffernan of the St. Scholastica football team. Heffernan is entering his 6th season as head coach. The Saints are coming off a 2-8 season in 2023. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UMD Football Routs Northern Michigan 35-7 to Begin Season

UMD (1-0) is next in action on September 14th when they host MSU-Moorhead in their home opener.

August 29, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MARQUETTE, Mich.- The UMD football team left no doubt on Thursday night, opening up the season with a 35 to 7 victory over Northern Michigan. Kyle Walljasper picked up where he left off last year with 312 passing yards and four passing touchdowns in the win. UMD (1-0) is next in action on September 14th when they host MSU-Moorhead in…

St. Scholastica Football Hoping Successful Off-Season Translates Over to the Field

The Saints still have two weeks before they kickoff their regular season on September 14th at home against Rockford University.

August 29, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica football team may have a later start to their season compared to other teams. But, they’re eager to turn things around after a 2-8 campaign in 2023. The Saints had an eventful off-season which included an exhibition game just three months ago in Canada. They’re hoping with that successful showing plus all the work that…

UWS Women’s Soccer Voted to Finish 1st in UMAC Conference

UWS is vying for their 4th straight conference championship this upcoming season.

August 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A day after the UWS men’s soccer squad was picked to finish 1st in the UMAC, the women’s team has now followed suit. On Tuesday, the Yellowjackets received 36 points and six of seven first place votes in the UMAC coaches poll. UWS is vying for their 4th straight conference championship this upcoming season. They’ll open up their…

Former Bulldog Brent Laing Waived By Los Angeles Chargers

Laing is now free to sign with any other team or he could possibly revert back to the Chargers practice squad.

August 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

LOS ANGELES, California.- Cutdown day in the NFL impacts over 900 players, that included former Bulldog offensive lineman Brent Laing, who was trying to make the 53 man roster for the Los Angeles Chargers. Unfortunately, he received bad news Tuesday afternoon as the Chargers waived the center. Laing had been in LA since December of 2023, when the Chargers signed…

UWS Men’s Soccer Picked to Finish 1st in UMAC Conference

UWS is vying for their 8th straight UMAC conference title this upcoming season.

August 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s soccer team was once again picked to finish first in the UMAC conference this upcoming season. The Yellowjackets earned 48 points in the coaches poll and six of eight first place votes. UWS is vying for their 8th straight UMAC conference title this upcoming season. They kick off their campaign on August 30th at Augsburg….

UMD Football Eager for Season Opener at Northern Michigan

Bulldogs defeated Wildcats in 2023 regular season opener

August 26, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- As students flooded UMD’s campus for the first day of classes, Head Coach Curt Wiese and his players continued to gameplan for their 2024 season opener against Northern Michigan. “This is an opportunity for us to be 1-0, to be able to start the season off the right way,” Noted Wiese, who will coach in his 14th complete…

Felipe Oliveira Right at Home With Yellowjackets

First-Team All-UMAC selection in 2023

August 25, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In the last year and a half in the Twin Ports, Felipe Oliveira has already made quite a name for himself on the pitch. In his first season with the UW-Superior men’s soccer team, Oliveira was a First-Team All-UMAC selection, scoring five goals while adding three assists. In 23 games, the Goshen College transfer started a team-leading 22…

Coaches Corner: Joe Mooney

UWS Men's Soccer Coach entering 17th season

August 23, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we catch up with Joe Mooney of the UW-Superior men’s soccer team with the 2024 season right around the corner. Mooney is entering his 17th year as the Yellowjackets’ head coach and has already earned over 200 wins at the helm. The UWS men’s soccer season begins on Friday, August 30 on the…

Wieck to Make Return to Iowa as Bulldogs Battle Hawkeyes in Exhibition Game

Wieck joined the Hawkeyes as a walk-on forward in the 2004 season.

August 22, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD men’s head coach Justin Wieck will be making a return to his alma mater this season. On October 25th, he will lead his Bulldogs against the University of Iowa in an exhibition game. Wieck joined the Hawkeyes as a walk-on forward in the 2004 season. He was a part of two straight NCAA tournament appearances and one…

Hermantown’s Dylan Samberg to Compete at PGA Manitoba Open

It's a return to the sport where he once tied for 3rd at the AA Boys Golf State Tournament in 2016.

August 22, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Former UMD and Hermantown defenseman and current Winnipeg Jet Dylan Samberg is set to compete at the PGA Manitoba Open this upcoming weekend. It’s a return to the sport where he once tied for 3rd at the AA Boys Golf State Tournament in 2016. Samberg is also reunited with former teammate Ryan Sandelin, who is set to serve…

UMD Football’s Pitz & Williams Land on Reece’s Senior Bowl Watchlist

Pitz and Williams are the first Bulldogs since Brent Laing in 2021 to be named to the Reece's Senior Bowl Watchlist.

August 21, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football’s Sam Pitz and Aiden Williams have had plenty of preseason recognition this off-season. That continued on Wednesday, when the duo was named to the 2025 Reece’s Senior Bowl watchlist. It’s the 3rd time each player has landed on a watchlist as they previously were named to the East/West Shrine Bowl watchlist and the D2football.com Elite 100…

UWS Men’s Soccer Primed for UMAC 8-Peat

Finished 2023 regular season winning 15 of last 17 games

August 20, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After winning seven straight UMAC Championships, the UW-Superior men’s soccer team has no plans of ending their inner-conference reign in 2024. In 2023, the Yellowjackets won 15 of their last regular season games before delivering two shutouts in the UMAC Tournament. However, UWS was eliminated in the first round of the NCAA Tournament for the third straight year….

Northland College Head Softball Coach Cora Zackrison Resigns After Two Seasons

In her years leading the Lumberjills, the team went 10-39 overall, including an 8-12 conference record in her first year.

August 20, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College is in search of a new head softball coach after Cora Zackrison resigned after two seasons. In her years leading the Lumberjills, the team went 10-39 overall, including an 8-12 conference record in her first year. She also coached UMAC First Team All-Conference member Kaylee Harnack during her reign. The school says a search for her…

UMD Soccer Ready to Build on 2023 Tourney Appearance

Finished 6-7-6 in 2023 season

August 19, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- After a mixed bag of a 2023 season, the UMD soccer team is eager to become a bigger threat in the NSIC. Last season, the Bulldogs finished 6-7-6 overall. Despite the mediocre record, it was enough to claim the eight-seed in the NSIC tournament, marking their first tournament appearance since 2017. This fall marks Greg Cane’s 30th anniversary…

UMD Cross Country Leaning on Leadership in 2024 Season

Head Coach Brette Jensen to take maternity leave

August 19, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Leadership is expected to play a major role in the UMD cross country team’s 2024 season. Brette Jensen is entering her third season as the Bulldogs’ head coach. However, she will soon step away from the team as part of her maternity leave, leaving it up to assistant coach Drew Palmer and her team captains to step up…

Mixed Bag of Veterans & Rookies Make Up 2024 UMD Volleyball Team

UMD's season begins on September 6th at the Texas A&M Kingsville Invitational.

August 19, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team is coming off another successful campaign in 2023, which resulted in the team’s 2nd straight NCAA tournament appearance. Monday, marked the beginning of the road to trying to make it a 3rd straight appearance as the team held their first practices. The Bulldogs return a lot of experience from a year ago, including four…

UMD’s Sam Pitz Catching Eye of NFL Scouts

Led Bulldogs with 9 receiving touchdowns in 2023

August 18, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD’s Sam Pitz is entering his final eligible season of college football, but his career on the gridiron may only be getting started. The tight end from Appleton is getting attention from NFL scouts, who have been visiting UMD practices as the Bulldogs prepare for the regular season. In addition, Pitz has been named to the D2 Football…

Celebration for UMD Hockey Legend Mike Sertich Announced

The legendary UMD head hockey coach passed away last week after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

August 16, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A celebration for Mike Sertich has been announced for next month. The legendary UMD head hockey coach passed away last week after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. A visitiation and service is set for September 13th at the DECC. The visitiation will go from 12 to 2 pm and the service will begin at 2 PM. Sertich…

UMD Men’s Cross Country Picked to Finish 3rd, Women Slotted at #6 in NSIC Preseason Polls

Jack Van Kempen and Franny Seidel were named to the players to watch list.

August 15, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s and women’s cross country squads learned where they stand as the NSIC Preseason Coaches Poll was released Thursday morning. The men were picked to finish 3rd after placing 2nd at the NSIC Championship last year. As for the women, they’re slotted in at number six after also going 6th at the NSIC Championship a year…

Northland College Picks Jake Bobrowski to Lead Women’s Hockey Program

Bobrowski is the 4th head coach in program history.

August 14, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College announced on Wednesday that Jake Bobrowski is the new head women’s hockey coach. Bobrowski comes from PWHL Minnesota, where he was an assistant for the Walter Cup Champions. Prior to that, he was the head coach at Elmira University and also spent time at the University of Minnesota. Bobrowski is the 4th head coach in program…

UMD Names Nat Wagner as New Head Softball Coach

Wagner will lead a Bulldog squad that is coming off a 41-15 season.

August 14, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD softball has a new head coach. On Wednesday, the school announced Nat Wagner is set to take over for Lynn Anderson, who was at the helm for the last three seasons. Wagner comes from St. Thomas, where he was an assistant coach for the Tommies for two years. He has plenty of experience in the NSIC as…

UMD Announces Partnership with 218 Champions Collective

The collective aims to support UMD athletes from all sports who want to earn money off their name, image, or likeness.

August 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Tuesday, UMD announced a partnership with the 218 Champions Collective. The collective aims to support UMD athletes from all sports who want to earn money off their name, image, or likeness. The alliance between the two partners will provide prospective donors and businesses the opportunity to make contributions through the collective that can fit any budget. Memberships…

UMD Soccer Picked to Finish 8th in NSIC, Haugen & Tobias Named Players to Watch

UMD is coming off a 6-7-6 a year ago.

August 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC Coaches Preseason Poll was released on Tuesday morning. Coming in at number eight was the UMD Bulldogs, who finished 6-7-6 a year ago. The conference players to watch list was also revealed and it included two Bulldogs. They are Baamlak Haugen and Anna Tobias. Haugen played a key role in the UMD defense as they held…

UMD Football to Enter Season Ranked #17 in AFCA D2 Coaches Poll

The Bulldogs are one of four NSIC teams in the top 25, joining Augustana, Minnesota State-Mankato and Bemidji State.

August 12, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team learned their AFCA Division two ranking heading into the season on Monday. The Bulldogs come in ranked at number 17, the highest preseason ranking they’ve had since the 2021 season. UMD finished their 2023 campaign slotted as the 25th team in the country. The Bulldogs are one of four NSIC teams in the top…

UMD Football’s Pitz & Williams Pick Up Another Preseason Honor

The duo was previously named to the East-West Shrine Bowl 1,000 Watchlist.

August 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Graduate Tight End Sam Pitz and sixth-year offensive lineman Aiden Williams were named to the D2football.com Elite 100 Watch List on Thursday. Pitz was the lone tight end listed on the first team. As for Williams, he earned 2nd team honors. This is the 2nd preseason accolade for the duo as they were previously named to the East-West…

Superior’s Jackson Marthaler Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey

Just last season, Marthaler skated in 18 games for the Spartans. He had six goals and one assist.

August 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UMD men’s hockey team has added another key recruit for the class of 2026. Superior’s Jackson Marthaler is staying close to home. He made the official announcement on his own personal Instagram page Thursday afternoon. Just last season, Marthaler skated in 18 games for the Spartans. He had six goals and one assist. Marthaler is set to…

Former Bulldog Player & Coach Michelle McAteer Named New WCHA Commissioner

McAteer skated for UMD from 1999 to 2003 and was a part of the Bulldogs only three-peat.

August 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The WCHA has a new commissioner and she just so happens to be a former Bulldog player and coach. Thursday, it was announced that Michelle McAteer has been selected to lead the conference. McAteer skated for UMD from 1999 to 2003 and was a part of the Bulldogs only three-peat, winning titles in 2001, 2002, and 2003. She…

UMD Volleyball Picked 5th in NSIC Preseason Poll, Paulsen Named Player to Watch

UMD received 148 points in the poll.

August 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC preseason volleyball poll was released on Thursday. Coming in at number five was the UMD Bulldogs, who received 148 points. Wayne State, Concordia-St. Paul, St. Cloud State, and lastly Southwest Minnesota State were the teams ahead of UMD. In other Bulldog volleyball news, senior right side hitter Samantha Paulsen was named to the Player to Watch…

Longtime UMD Men’s Hockey Coach Mike Sertich Passes Away

Sertich led the Bulldogs from 1982 to 2000.

August 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Legendary UMD men’s head hockey coach Mike Sertich passed away at the age of 77 on Thursday. Sertich led the Bulldogs from 1982 to 2000, guiding the team to three WCHA regular season titles, two league playoff titles, and four NCAA tournament berths. He also was named WCHA Coach of the Year four times and was the first…

Mesabi Range Men’s Basketball Coach Tamara Moore Steps Down, Joins Mavericks as Scout

Moore made history with the Norsemen, becoming the 1st African American woman to coach a men's college basketball program.

August 7, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- Mesabi Range head men’s basketball coach Tamara Moore is stepping down after four seasons. Moore made the official announcement on her own personal Twitter page on Wednesday. She made history with the Norsemen becoming the 1st African American woman to coach a men’s college basketball program. Moore is making the jump to the pros as she is joining…