College

Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell says he hasn’t been told whether he will be back next season

Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell watches during the first half of an NCAA college football game against the Ohio State Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Madison, Wis. MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell says he hasn’t been told whether he will be back next season. Fickell was asked that directly during his Monday news conference, hours after athletic…

UMD Men’s Hockey Cracks Top 20 for First Time in Over a Year

UMD heads to Minneapolis to battle the Gophers this upcoming weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is ranked for the first time in over a year. The Bulldogs are now the 18th ranked team in the country after their weekend sweep of Bemidji State. Interestingly enough, it was the Beavers who the Bulldogs played the last time when they were ranked. That matchup took place on October 5th in…

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Blanks MSU-Mankato in Home Opener

UMD is back at Amsoil Arena on Saturday, October 18th, for game two against MSU-Mankato.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team hosted MSU-Mankato in its 2025 home opener. The Bulldogs lit up the scoreboard in their home opener, defeating the Mavericks 5-0. Leading the way for the Bulldogs was Caitlin Kraemer with two goals. UMD is back at Amsoil Arena on Saturday, October 18th, for game two against MSU-Mankato. Puck drop is at 2:02…

CSS Men’s Basketball Hires Quron Marks as New Assistant Coach

Before his time with CSS, Marks was an assistant coach at Kentucky State University.

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS men’s basketball team added a new assistant coach to its roster earlier this week. Quron Marks will join the Saints in the 2025-2026 season. Before his time with CSS, Marks was an assistant coach at Kentucky State University. At Kentucky State, Marks played a role in player development, recruitment, and academic success. He joins a Saints…

After Spending First Month on Road, UMD Women’s Hockey Ready for Home Opener

UMD is vying for their 95th win all-time against Minnesota State.

DULUTH, Minn.- After almost a month on the road, the UMD women’s hockey team will finally be able to play in front of their home fans this upcoming weekend. The Bulldogs continuing their WCHA slate by taking on the Mavericks of Minnesota State. It’s been a while since UMD has dropped a game to Minnesota State. You have to look…

UMD Men’s Hockey Set for Home and Home Series with Bemidji State

In the two squads last 10 meetings, UMD holds a 6-1-2 record with the lone loss coming last year on October 5th.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is preparing for a home and home series with Bemidji State. In the two squads last 10 meetings, UMD holds a 6-1-2 record with the lone loss coming last year on October 5th. Head Coach Scott Sandelin sees a lot of improvement from his upcoming opponent while comparing last year to this year….

UW-Superior Golf Well Represented in End of the Year UMAC Honors

The UW-Superior men won the UMAC conference tournament recently.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UWS had plenty of end of the year honors in men’s and women’s golf. Men’s coach Paul Eberhardt is the UMAC Coach of the Year. Superior’s Andrew Rude earns UMAC Player of the Year Honors. Andrew Slatten is the Rookie of the Year. Lastly, 10 total men’s and women’s golfers earn all-conference honors. Categories: College, Sports

UMD Volleyball Drops to #17 in Recent AVCA Poll

UMD suffered just their second loss of the season this past weekend, falling to Northern State on the road in three sets.

DULUTH, Minn.- In college volleyball, UMD has moved down in the recent AVCA Poll. The Bulldogs drop to 17th in the rankings after previously being 13th. UMD suffered just their second loss of the season this past weekend, falling to Northern State on the road in three sets. Then, the following day they swept Jamestown to bounce back. The Bulldogs…

UWS Goalkeeper Quinn Clark Earns Another UMAC Defensive Athlete of The Week Honor

In the Yellowjackets last two matches, Clark made 16 total saves and posted two shutouts.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- On Tuesday, UWS goalkeeper Quinn Clark earned her second UMAC Defensive Athlete of the Week Honors. In the Yellowjackets last two matches, Clark made 16 total saves and posted two shutouts. The Duluth native’s record on the season now improves to 6-3-3. The Yellowjackets are back in action at SCCU Stadium on Saturday, October 18th, against Crown. Kickoff…

After Suffering First Loss, UMD Football Falls to #16 in AFCA Poll

This is the 2nd time this season that UMD has been ranked 16th.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team did see some movement after suffering their first loss of the year at Northern State on Saturday. The Bulldogs have fallen to 16th after previously being 10th a week ago. This is the 2nd time this season that UMD has been ranked 16th, with the last time being on September 15th. UMD will have…

UMD Women’s Hockey Stays Put at #4 in Latest USCHO Poll

The Bulldogs suffered their first two losses of the season, falling 4 to 3 and 4-0 to top-ranked Wisconsin.

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a tough weekend for the UMD women’s hockey squad. The Bulldogs suffered their first two losses of the season, falling 4 to 3 and 4-0 to top-ranked Wisconsin. Even with the sweep, UMD wasn’t impacted in the latest USCHO poll. The team remains ranked 4th in the nation. This upcoming weekend will mark the first time…

UMD Men’s Hockey Splits Home Series Against Augustana in First Time Meeting

UMD is back in action on Friday, October 17th, against Bemidji State. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team aimed for a series sweep against Augustana on Saturday. The Bulldogs couldn’t generate any offense against the Vikings, falling 4-0. UMD is back in action on Friday, October 17th, against Bemidji State. Puck drop is at 7:07 p.m. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

CSS Football Falls Short in Homecoming Game Against Carleton College

The Saints drop to 2-3 on the year.

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica football team hosted Carleton College for their homecoming game on Saturday. Unfortunately, the Knights kept control of the game, defeating the Saints 41-14. Leading the way for the Saints was Curtis Favors, who had 103 receiving yards and scored both touchdowns for the Saints. CSS will hit the road on Saturday, October 18th, to take…

Four-Goal 2nd Period Propels Bulldog Men’s Hockey Past Vikings

Scout Truman, Ty Hanson, Callum Arnott, and Max Plante all found the back of the net in the victory.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team improved to 3-0 on the season on Friday night, defeating Augustana 4-1. After a scoreless first period, the Bulldogs broke out in the 2nd, scoring four goals to head into the final period. Scout Truman, Ty Hanson, Callum Arnott, and Max Plante all found the back of the net in the victory. UMD…

UMD Men’s Hoops Picked to Finish 1st in NSIC North, Women Slated for 3rd

Both UMD squads will tip off the regular season on November 14th.

DULUTH, Minn.- If it was up to the NSIC coaches then the UMD men’s team is going to have a good season. On Thursday, the Bulldogs were picked to finish first in the NSIC North coaches poll. UMD received 47 points, which was four points higher than Minnesota State-Moorhead, who came in 2nd in the poll. Also announced were the…

Panthers Release Former Bulldog Aiden Williams from Practice Squad

The Alaska native originally signed with the team back on October 1st.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams is once again a free agent. On Tuesday, the Carolina Panthers released Williams from their practice squad. The Alaska native originally signed with the team back on October 1st. He’s also spent time with the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this season. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey to Clash with #1 Wisconsin in WCHA Opener

UMD will try for their first win in Madison since December of 2023.

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd straight season, the UMD women’s hockey team will open up WCHA play against the top ranked team in the nation. Last year, the Bulldogs swept Ohio State and this year they’ll try to do it against Wisconsin. UMD has struggled in recent years against the Badgers. In their last 10 meetings, the Bulldogs have only…

UMD Men’s Hockey & Augustana Set for First-Ever Matchup

The Vikings are currently in their 3rd season as a division one program.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team returns home after a successful 2-0 weekend against Alaska Fairbanks. The Bulldogs now turn their attention to a Augustana squad, who they’ve never played before. The Vikings are currently in their 3rd season as a division one program. However, head coach Scott Sandelin says not to look past the fresh D1 squad. “They’re…

Northwood/Solon Springs Pitcher & Catcher Isaiah Ahlberg to Continue Baseball Career at UMD

Ahlberg plays pitcher and catcher for Northwood/Solon Springs.

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- Northwood/Solon Springs senior Isaiah Ahlberg announced his commitment to UMD baseball. Just last season, Ahlberg had six wins and 96 strikeouts. He also led the team in runs, doubles, home runs, stolen bases, on base percentage and slugging. Categories: High School, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

#10 UMD Football Continues “One Play Mindset” Entering Their Contest with Northern State

The UMD football team will hit the road this weekend to take on Northern State.

DULUTH, Minn.- Another week for the UMD football team results in another victory for the Bulldogs as they defeated Southwest Minnesota State 63-28 on Saturday. Now the 6-0 Bulldogs will hit the road this week to take on Northern State. This year’s match-up marks the 41st meeting between the two squads. Last year, the Wolves got the best of the…

After Bye Week, UMD Women’s Hockey Now Ranked 4th in the Country

So far this season, UMD is unbeaten as they picked up the sweep in Mercyhurst and Syracuse.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team saw some movement in the latest USCHO Poll. After being on a bye week, the Bulldogs moved up one spot to number four in the country. So far this season, UMD is unbeaten as they picked up the sweep in Mercyhurst and Syracuse. They continue their roadtrip this upcoming Saturday by taking on…

UMD Football Moves Up to #10 in Latest AFCA Poll

This is UMD's best national ranking since the 2018 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team continues to roll this season. Just this past Saturday, they handled Southwest Minnesota State 63 to 28 at home to improve to 6-0 on the year. As a result of their success, they are once again moving up in the AFCA Poll. The Bulldogs are now the 10th ranked team in the country after…

UW-Superior Men’s Golf Captures UMAC Title for 3rd Time in Last Four Seasons

It's the 6th conference title in program history for the Yellowjackets.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s golf team is once again UMAC champions. This past Saturday, they wrapped up their 6th conference title in program history by scoring a team total of 913, which was six strokes ahead of 2nd place, Bethany Lutheran. Individually, Superior’s Andrew Rude medaled with a three-day total of 223. This is the 3rd conference title in…

UMD Women’s Soccer & UMary Exchange Goals, Settling for 2-2 Tie

The Bulldog are back in action on Friday, October 10th, against MSU- Mankato. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s soccer team hosted UMary on Sunday afternoon. The Bulldogs and the Marauders battled all game long, but in the end, both teams settle for the 2-2 tie. UMD currently sits at 3-3-3 on the year. Their next game is on Friday, October 10th, against MSU- Mankato. Kickoff is at 3 p.m.   Categories: College, Sports,…

#13 UMD Football Lights Up the Scoreboard Against Southwest Minnesota State

The Bulldogs improve to 6-0 after defeating the Mustangs 63-28.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team aimed for its sixth consecutive win on Saturday afternoon, taking on Southwest Minnesota State. After the Mustangs took their opening drive down the field for a touchdown, the Bulldogs scored 35 unanswered points to take a 35-7 lead into halftime. UMD kept up the pressure in the second half, defeating the Mustangs 63-28 to…

#15 UMD Volleyball Remains Perfect at Romano Gym After Defeating Minot State in Three-Sets

The Bulldogs improve to 13-1 on the year after defeating the Beavers 3-0. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team looked to protect their home court on Saturday against Minot State. The Bulldogs improve to 13-1 on the year after defeating the Beavers 3-0. In three sets, Kylie Broten and Madeline Guetzkow lead the Bulldogs in kills, both recording 7. UMD is back in action on Friday, October 10th, against Northern State. First set…

UWS Goaltender Quinn Clark Earns UMAC Defensive Player of the Week Honors

The former Greyhound had 11 saves in contests against Northwestern and Minnesota Morris.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UWS goaltender Quinn Clark has earned UMAC Defensive Player of the Week honors for her efforts this past weekend. The former Greyhound had 11 saves in contests against Northwestern and Minnesota Morris. 10 of those saves happened in the bout against the Eagles. Clark is so far 3-3-2 in net this year for the Yellowjackets. She and the…

Northern Star: Jevon Williams

Williams leads the Saints with 503 rushing yards this season.

DULUTH, Minn.-St. Scholastica sophomore running back Jevon Williams is having quite the 2025 breakout campaign. In just three games this season, he’s already surpassed his rushing yards total from a year ago by 201 yards. “Just this whole off-season I’ve been really putting my focus towards just being a bigger part of this program, like really showing out for the…

Aiden Williams Back in the NFL as a Member of the Panthers’ Practice Squad

The Alaska native previously spent time with the Steelers in training camp and also was on their practice squad for a brief period.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams is back on a NFL roster. On Wednesday, the Carolina Panthers signed Williams to their practice squad. The Alaska native previously spent time with the Steelers in training camp and also was on their practice squad for a brief period. Since he was released by Pittsburgh on September 3rd, Williams had a…

UMD Volleyball Aims to Keep Perfect Home Record Alive Against Mary & Minot

Since 2013, the Bulldogs are a perfect 28-0 combined against the Marauders and Beavers.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team had to work the whole way through this past weekend as they went to five sets in both games against Wayne State and Augustana. In the first contest against the Wildcats, the Bulldogs were just four points away from the victory but Wayne rallied to hand UMD their first loss of the season. The…

UWS Volleyball Takes Bragging Rights Over CSS for 2nd Time in 2025

UWS was led by Makenna Hohbein, who had 11 kills in the victory.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The St. Scholastica and UW-Superior volleyball teams clashed for the 2nd time in 10 days on Tuesday. Like the previous matchup, the Yellowjackets once again came away with the victory, winning in straight sets. UWS was led by Makenna Hohbein, who had 11 kills in the victory. As for CSS, Ava Swangstue led the team with eight kills….

UMD Football Not Looking Past Southwest Minnesota State in Week 6 Meeting

Saturday's contest will mark the 39th time that the Mustangs and the Bulldogs have clashed.

DULUTH, Minn.- Another weekend and another victory for the UMD football team as they were able to get the best of MSU-Moorhead, 28 to 14 this past Saturday. The Bulldogs had success in all three phases of the game. Quarterback Kyle Walljasper took over in the 3rd and 4th quarter with two total touchdowns, including the go-ahead one. The UMD…

CSS Kicker Jacob Andrews Named MIAC Special Teams Player of the Week

Andrews and the Saints will hit the road to take on Concordia College on Saturday, October 4th.

DULUTH, Minn.- In college football news, CSS kicker Jacob Andrews has been named MIAC Special Teams Player of the Week on Monday. Andrews went 3/4 on field goals and hit the game-winning field goal in double overtime to secure the 37 to 34 win over Macalester on Saturday. The Saints will hit the road to take on Concordia College on Saturday,…

UMD Football Jumps to 13th in AFCA National Poll After Homecoming Win

The Bulldogs are back at home on Saturday, October 4th, against Southwest Minnesota State. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team moved up three spots in the AFCA national poll on Monday after their homecoming victory over MSU-Moorhead. The Dogs jumped to 13th in the poll, which is the programs highest ranking in the AFCA since the 2021 season. In the 28 to 14 win, UMD’s kicker Drew Henson made two field goals, including one…

UMD Women’s Hockey Moves Up to 5th in USCHO Poll

The Bulldogs are ranked 5th in the country after picking up the sweep against Syracuse to improve to 4-0.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team moved up in the latest USCHO poll after their trip out east this past weekend. The Bulldogs are ranked 5th in the country after picking up the sweep against Syracuse to improve to 4-0. In their series against the Orange, goaltender Eve Gascon posted two shutouts and 46 saves. With her performance, Gascon…

CSS Football Walks Off Macalester in Double Overtime for First Conference Win

In double overtime, Jacob Andrews is the hero for the Saints, nailing a 35-yard field goal to walk off the Scots 37 to 34. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS football team hosted Macalester on Saturday afternoon. The Saints and the Scots battled it out all game, ending regulation tied 34-34. In double overtime, Jacob Andrews is the hero for the Saints, nailing a 35-yard field goal to walk off the Scots 37 to 34. CSS will hit the road next week to take on Concordia…

#16 UMD Football Celebrates Homecoming with 28-14 Win Over MSU-Moorhead

UMD is right back at Malosky Stadium on Saturday, October 4th, against Southwest Minnesota State. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team tried to remain perfect on Saturday, welcoming in MSU-Moorhead for their homecoming game. After the Dragons went down on their opening drive and took a 7-0 lead, UMD’s defense provided a spark for the team. Brock Unger intercepted Jack Strand and returned it for an 82-yard pick-six to tie the game up 7-7. The…

UW-Superior Breaking Ground on New Track & Field Throwing Facility

The school plans on the facility being ready by May.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UW-Superior continues to build. On Thursday, the school announced that they will be building a new throwing facility. It will be located behind Ross-Hawkes Hall, on the site of the former baseball field. UWS, who’s set to host the 2026 UMAC Outdoor Track and Field Championships, will be able to support events such as the hammer throw, discus,…

Northern Star: Colleen Claude

Claude is on the verge of 200 assists for the season.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In volleyball, the saying goes bump, set, spike. And it seems that the crowd tends to remember the spike the most. However, none of that happens without a perfect set. For UWS, Colleen Claude is a player who can set up plays for her team. Over the years, the senior setter has learned exactly what ball her teammates…

UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Takes Bragging Rights Over CSS for 10th Straight Time

The Yellowjackets had five different goal-scorers in the contest.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s soccer team was able to get the best of their border battle rivals, St. Scholastica on Wednesday night. The Yellowjackets blanked the Saints 5 to 0 to earn their 10th straight win against them. UWS (5-3) will next host Minnesota Morris on Saturday. As for CSS (0-6-3), they will host St. Olaf on Saturday. Categories:…

Former Duluth Marshall Goaltender Kaenan Smith Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey

Smith last manned the pipes for the Hilltoppers during the 2023-2024 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- Another local product will join the UMD men’s hockey team in the coming years. Former Duluth Marshall goaltender Kaenan Smith announced his commitment to the Bulldogs on Tuesday evening. He last manned the pipes for the Hilltoppers during the 2023-2024 season. In 19 games played, he went 10-8-1 and had a saves percentage of .934. Smith is currently…

UMD Volleyball Improves to 10-0 on Season with Straight-Set Victory Over Bemidji State

The Bulldogs were led by Madeline Guetzkow, who had 14 kills in the victory.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team continued their perfect start to the season on Tuesday, defeating Bemidji State in straight sets. The Bulldogs were led by Madeline Guetzkow, who had 14 kills in the victory. UMD (10-0) will next play at Wayne State on Friday. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD Football Seeks Redemption Against MSU-Moorhead

UMD is 18-1 against MSU-Moorhead since the 2002 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- It was in a contest against Minnesota State-Moorhead last September that the UMD football team adopted their motto for this season. The Bulldogs lost on a last second touchdown to the Dragons so the one play at a time method was born. So far, that’s resulted in a perfect 4-0 record, including last week’s 34 to 17 victory…

UMD Men’s Hockey to Play in Northern Ireland in 2026

The UMD men are the 2nd NCHC team to be invited to play in Belfast.

DULUTH, Minn.- In January, the UMD women’s hockey team will travel to Ireland to play in the Friendship Four. Ten months later, the UMD men’s squad will also play a regular season contest in Belfast. Announced Tuesday, the Bulldog men were one of four teams selected to play in the Friendship Four series. They’ll join UConn, Providence, and Colgate during…

UMD Volleyball Moves Up to #16 in Latest AVCA Poll

UMD remains unbeaten on the young season and are coming off a huge upset win over 6th ranked Southwest Minnesota State.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team continues to move up in the AVCA Poll. On Monday, the Bulldogs jumped from the 24th spot to number 16. UMD remains unbeaten on the young season and are coming off a huge upset win over 6th ranked Southwest Minnesota State. The Bulldogs will look to go to 10-0 on the year Tuesday evening…

UWS Volleyball Opens up Conference Play with Rematch of UMAC Championship Game

First set between Northwestern and UWS is on Friday, September 26th, at 7 p.m.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS volleyball team wrapped up their annual Stinger Classic tournament over the weekend. Now the Yellowjackets open up UMAC conference play. On Friday the 10-and-6 Yellowjackets hit the road to take on Northwestern in their first conference game of the year. A season ago, the Eagles and the Yellowjackets met in the UMAC championship game. Where Northwestern…

Former UMD Forward Dominic James Signs with Tampa Bay Lightning

James Signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD forward Dominic James has put pen to paper on an NHL contract over the weekend. James Signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The forward last skated for the Bulldogs in the 2024-2025 season. In his final season with the Bulldogs, James appeared in 35 games and tallied 14 goals and 16 assists. Categories:…

UMD Women’s Soccer Head Coach Greg Cane Earns 300th Career Win

Cane earned his 300th career win on Friday, when his squad defeated Sioux Falls 5 to 1.

DULUTH, Minn.- On the pitch, the UMD women’s soccer head coach Greg Cane hit a milestone in his coaching career. Cane earned his 300th career win on Friday, when his squad defeated Sioux Falls 5 to 1. With the win, Cane is now ranked 15th in wins among all division II active head coaches. The Bulldogs are currently 3-1-1 on…

#24 UMD Volleyball Earns Statement Win Against #6 Ranked Southwest Minnesota State

UMD will continue NSIC conference play on Tuesday, September 23rd, against Bemidji State. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team put its undefeated record on the line Saturday, hosting 6th ranked Southwest Minnesota State. After dropping the first set, the Bulldogs won three consecutive sets to defeat the Mustangs 3-1, to improve to 9-0 on the year. Leading the way for UMD was Madeline Guetzkow with 18 kills. UMD will continue NSIC conference play…