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UWS Volleyball Closes out Stinger Classic with Victory Over CSS

UWS defends their home court defeating the Saints 3-1, to improve to 10-6. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS volleyball team hosted the annual Stinger Classic over the weekend. The Yellowjackets closed out the tournament with a boarder battle match up against CSS. UWS defends their home court defeating the Saints 3-1, to improve to 10-6. The Yellowjackets begin UMAC conference play on Friday, September 26th, against Northwestern (Minn). Game time is at 7 p.m….

CSS Football Falls Short in Home Opener Against Augsburg

The Saints look to bounce back on Saturday, September 27th, against Macalester College. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS football team held its home opener against Augsburg on Saturday afternoon. The Saints started the game out hot against the Auggies, taking an early 14-0 lead. However, the Auggies battled back to defeat the Saints 30-23. The Saints look to bounce back on Saturday, September 27th, against Macalester College. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. Categories: College,…

UMD Men’s Hockey Selected to Finish 6th in NCHC Preseason Media Poll

The Bulldogs will open up the season on the road against Alaska Fairbanks on Friday, October 3rd. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team was selected to finish 6th in the NCHC preseason media poll on Thursday. In the poll, Western Michigan was selected to win the NCHC conference. Last year, the Bulldogs finished with a record of 13-30-3. Finishing 7th in the conference a season ago. UMD enters the season with a young roster, with 18…

Piazza Picks Up 1st Win as Coach as UWS Women’s Soccer Shuts Out North Central

UWS was led by Kamryn Hill, who had a hat trick in the victory.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Not only was it the UW-Superior women’s soccer teams first win of the season on Wednesday night, It was also the first win for new head coach Nick Piazza. Piazza and company shut out North Central, 6 to 0. UWS was led by Kamryn Hill, who had a hat trick in the victory. The Yellowjackets (1-4-1) will next…

Former Bulldog Wyatt Kaiser & Blackhawks Agree on New Contract Extension

Kaiser last suited up for UMD in 2023.

CHICAGO, Illinois.- On the verge of beginning traning camp, former UMD defenseman Wyatt Kaiser can finally get to work. On Wednesday, the restricted free agent and the Chicago Blackhawks agreed to a new two-year, 1.7 million dollar deal. Kaiser is coming off a career-year as he had highs in goals, points, games played, blocked shots, and lastly hits. He last…

UMD Men’s Hockey Relying on Veterans Ahead of New Year

UMD opens the season October 3rd at Alaska Fairbanks.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is coming off another down year. But, the beauty of a new season means everyone starts over from scratch. The Bulldogs, who are just a little over two weeks from their season opener in Alaska, return a lot of talent. Those back include defenseman Joey Pierce, Aaron Pionk, and Ty Hanson. Plus, forward…

UMD Forward Max Plante Named to NCHC Preseason All-Conference Team

Plante is the first Bulldog to be named to the team since current Flyer Noah Cates earned the honor ahead of the 2021-2022 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD forward Max Plante has landed on the NCHC Preseason All-Conference team. Just last season, the former Hermantown Hawk had nine goals and 19 assists in 23 games of action. He also secured a NCHC All-Rookie team nod for his efforts. Plante is the first Bulldog to be named to the team since current Flyer Noah Cates earned…

UW-Superior’s Savanna Hering Claims UMAC Defensive Player of the Week Honors

Hering had 53 digs this past weekend at the UW-La Crosse tournament.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior native and current UWS libero Savanna Hering has been named the UMAC Defensive Player of the Week. Hering had 53 digs this past weekend at the UW-La Crosse tournament. She and the Yellowjackets also went 3 and 1 at the tourney. They’re next in action this weekend, hosting the Stinger Classic. Categories: College, Sports

UMD Men’s Hockey Names Joey Pierce Captain for 2025-2026 Season

Pierce is the first Hermantown Hawk to be named the Bulldogs captain since Adam Krause during the 2015 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has announced their captains for the upcoming season. Repping the “C” patch will be defenseman Joey Pierce. He’s the first Hermantown Hawk to be named the Bulldogs captain since Adam Krause during the 2015 season. As for the alternates they will be Kyler Kovich, Aaron Pionk, Ty Hanson, and lastly Max Plante. UMD…

UMD Football to Take On Sioux Falls in Battle of 3-0 Teams

UMD is just 2-7 against Sioux Falls since the 2013 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD head football coach Curt Wiese has been preaching the one play at a time mindset to his players all off-season long. This past Saturday, UMD’s contest against Minnesota State-Mankato just so happened to come down to just one final play. And unlike a few times last year, the Bulldogs came out on the right end this time…

UMD Volleyball Cracks Top 25 After 7-0 Start

Just this past weekend, UMD took down Michigan Tech, Adelphi University, and Northern Michigan.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Bulldog volleyball squad has cracked the top 25 for the first time this season. UMD comes in at number 24 in the AVCA poll after starting the season at 7-0. Just this past weekend, UMD took down Michigan Tech, Adelphi University, and Northern Michigan, with the last two contests resulting in straight-set sweeps. The Bulldogs continue their…

UMD Football Moves Up to 16th in AFCA National Poll

The Bulldogs next game is on Saturday, September 20th, against Sioux Falls. 

DULUTH, Minn.- To college football, UMD moved up in the AFCA D2 Coaches Poll on Monday. The Bulldogs jump from 24th to 16th in the nation following their upset 17 to 14 win over 7th ranked MSU-Mankato on Saturday. A key piece to the Bulldogs victory was UMD kicker Jadon Apgar, who went 3/3 on field goals including the game…

UMD Women’s Hockey Ranked 6th to Begin Season

The Bulldogs were the 4th team in the WCHA to crack the top 6.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team will enter the year ranked 6th after the first USCHO Poll was dropped Monday morning. The Bulldogs were the 4th team in the WCHA to crack the top 6. Wisconsin is ranked first with Ohio State and Minnesota following them respectively. UMD drops the puck on the 2025-2026 season this upcoming Friday, when…

#24 UMD Football Walks-Off #7 MSU-Mankato After 25-yard Field Goal From Jadon Apgar

The Bulldogs improve to 3-0 on the season. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team hosted its home opener on Saturday against 7th ranked MSU-Mankato. The Mavericks scored a touchdown late in the second quarter to give them a 7-3 lead at halftime over UMD. In the fourth quarter, the Bulldogs and the Mavericks were tied 14-14 But the Bulldogs put together a 6:19 drive that was capped off…

UMD Volleyball Earns Sweep Against Northern Michigan, Improving to 7-0

The Bulldogs (7-0) open up NSIC conference play on Friday, September 19th, against Sioux Falls (5-3). 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team closed out the Up North Preseason Tournament against Northern Michigan. The Bulldogs pick up the sweep, defeating the Wildcats in three sets. Leading the way for UMD was senior middle blocker Kylie Broten with 12 kills in three sets. The Bulldogs (7-0) open up NSIC conference play on Friday, September 19th, against Sioux Falls…

Bemidji State Spoils Home Opener for UMD Women’s Soccer

UMD (1-1-1) will next host Sioux Falls on September 19th.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s soccer team was able to play in front of their home fans for the first time on Friday. Taking on Bemidji State, UMD took a 1-0 lead into the half thanks to a goal by Kaitlyn Beavers. After that though, the Beavers responded with three unanswered goals in the 2nd half to come away with…

CSS Women’s Hockey Adds Hoff & Wolff to Coaching Staff, Eckstrom & Sandelin to Roster

The Saints are entering their first year under head coach Sydney Brodt.

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been a busy off-season for the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team. That trend continued this week when the team hired former North Shore girls head coach Callie Hoff and former Bulldog Nick Wolff to the coaching staff. Hoff will be an assistant while Wolff will be a player development and skills coach. Other notable moves from the…

UMD Volleyball Edges Michigan Tech in Five Sets to Remain Unbeaten

UMD (5-0) will next host Adelphi University on Friday at 6 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team returned home on Thursday for their home opener against Michigan Tech. After dropping the first and third set, UMD bounced back in the 2nd, 4th, and finally the 5th set to take the 3-2 victory. The Bulldogs were led by Kylie Broten, who had 15 kills. UMD (5-0) will next host Adelphi University on…

UMD Volleyball Begins Six-Game Homestand with Up North Preseason Tournament

Combined, the Bulldogs are 65-25 all-time against their Up North Tourney foes.

DULUTH, Minn.- You couldn’t ask for a better start to the season for the UMD volleyball team.  A perfect 4-0 record at the McKendree Invitational. An added bonus is they’ll spend the next six contests at home. Bulldogs once again playing host for the Up North Preseason Tournament. First up on the docket is a Michigan Tech squad that UMD…

Kidd’s Goal Not Enough as UWS Men’s Soccer Falls to Macalester

Jake Kidd scored the first goal of the season and lone score of the contest for UWS.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s soccer team is still searching for their first win of the 2025 season. On Wednesday night, the Yellowjackets hosted a 3-1 Macalester squad that was able to get the best of them, 2-1. Jake Kidd scored the first goal of the season and lone score of the contest for UWS. UW-Superior (0-3) will next be…

New Faces & New Leadership for UMD Women’s Hockey in 2025-2026 Season

UMD's season opener is September 19th at Mercyhurst University.

DULUTH, Minn.- We are just nine days away from the start of another UMD women’s hockey season. After making it to the national tournament for the 5th straight year in their last campaign, UMD will try to work their way back there with a lot of new faces. 13 newcomers along with 10 returners will don a Bulldog sweater this…

CSS Women’s Soccer Blanks Bethany Lutheran for 1st Win Since 2023

Mariah Hernesman, Lily Rippie, Anna Manion, and Julia Lewis all found the back of the net for CSS.

DULUTH, Minn.- For the first time since October of 2023, the St. Scholastica women’s soccer team has won a contest. Playing old UMAC foe Bethany Lutheran on Wednesday, the Saints put up four unanswered goals to come away with the 4 to 0 victory. Mariah Hernesman, Lily Rippie, Anna Manion, and Julia Lewis all found the back of the net…

#24 UMD Football Set to Renew Rivalry with #7 MSU-Mankato

In recent years, the rivalry series has been almost even as UMD is 5-6 against Mankato in the last 11 meetings.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team continued their perfect start to the season by taking down Concordia-St. Paul 61 to 7 this past Saturday. Now, the stakes get raised a little bit. The 7th ranked Minnesota State- Mankato Mavericks pay the 24th ranked Bulldogs a visit this weekend. In recent years, the rivalry series has been almost even as UMD…

UMD Defensive Back Jonathan Shrum Named NSIC Special Teams Player of the Week

UMD will host their home opener against MSU Mankato on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.-UMD defensive back Jonathan Shrum was named NSIC special teams player of the week on Monday. Against Concordia St. Paul, Shrum recorded 111 return yards. Shrum had a 90-yard kick return touchdown to open up the game. He now ranks second in kick returns in the NSIC with an average of 43.7 yards per return. The Bulldogs are coming…

UMD Setter Ava Jones Earns NSIC Setter of the Week Honor

UMD is back in action on Thursday, September 11th, against Michigan Tech.

DULUTH, Minn.- On Monday, UMD’s Setter Ava Jones was named the NSIC setter of the week for her performance at the McKendree Invitational over the weekend. Jones recorded 180 assists, 9 Service aces, and 23 digs to help the Bulldogs go 4-0 at the tournament. UMD is back in action on Thursday, September 11th, against Michigan Tech. Game time is…

UWS Women’s Soccer Falls Short at Home Against UW-Stout

The Yellowjackets fall to 0-3 on the season.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS women’s soccer team aimed for their first win of the season as they hosted UW-Stout on Saturday afternoon. The Yellowjackets wait for a win will continue after falling 1-o to the Blue Devils. UWS will have a chance to bounce back on Wednesday, September 10th, as they hit the road to take on Concordia (Minn.) Game…

UMD Football Promotes Chase Vogler to Associate Head Coach

Vogler has been on the coaching staff since the 2019 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team promoted offensive coordinator Chase Vogler to Associate Head Coach on Friday. Vogler has been on the coaching staff since the 2019 season. During his reign, he’s led multiple all-american selections, including tight end Sam Pitz and offensive lineman Aiden Williams. He’s also built up quite the rushing attack as UMD was 12th in the…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Hoops Announce 2025-26 Schedule

The UMD men's and women's basketball teams announced their 2025-26 schedule earlier this week. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams announced their 2025-26 schedule earlier this week. For the men’s team, the Bulldogs first regular season matchup is on the road against East Central University on November 14th. Following that contest, UMD will host the American Family Insurance Classic for the second straight year on November 21st and 22nd. Where the…

7th Ranked UW-Eau Claire Blanks UW-Superior Men’s Soccer

UWS (0-2) will next host Macalester on September 10th.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s soccer team is still in search of their first win of the 2025 season. On Thursday, #7 UW-Eau Claire scored two first half goals and then two 2nd half goals to go on to defeat the Yellowjackets 4-0. UWS (0-2) will next host Macalester on September 10th. Categories: College, Sports

Steelers Release Former Bulldog Aiden Williams from Practice Squad

Williams had been on the team's practice squad for the last six days.

PITTSBURGH, Penn.- Former UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams has once again been released by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Williams had been on the team’s practice squad for the last six days. If this is it for the guard in the steel city, he ends his campaign suiting up in one preseason game and playing 54 snaps against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He…

UMD Football to Open Conference Play with Road Contest at Concordia-St. Paul

UMD has won the last 11 meetings against Concordia-St. Paul.

DULUTH, Minn.- It was back to work for the UMD football team Tuesday afternoon after they opened up the season with a controlling 35 to 7 victory over Winona State last Thursday. Bulldogs beginning preparation for a Concordia-St. Paul squad, who UMD has won the last 11 meetings, dating back to 2005. On top of that, the Bulldogs have averaged…

Former Bulldog Cole Spicer Joins Western Michigan

Spicer last suited up for UMD back in the 2023-2024 season and tallied nine points in 17 games.

DULUTH, Minn.- It was announced back in April that former Bulldog Cole Spicer was making his return to college hockey with Arizona State. Fast forward to Tuesday, Spicer has transferred once again. He’ll skate for the defending national champions, Western Michigan this upcoming season. Spicer last suited up for UMD back in the 2023-2024 season and tallied nine points in…

Minnesota Wilderness Hires Craig Larson as Next Assistant Coach

The Wilderness opens up the season on September 12th, against the Springfield Jr Blues.

CLOQUET, Minn.- On the ice, the Minnesota Wilderness hired a new assistant coach for the 2025-26 season. The Wilderness hired Craig Larson as their next assistant coach.  Before his time with the Wilderness, Larson spent three seasons with the Aberdeen Wings in the NAHL. He was a scout and director of player personnel. The Wilderness opens up the season on…

CSS Men’s and Women’s Soccer Both Fall to Luther College in Doubleheader

Both the men's and women's teams are in search of their first win of the 2025 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS men’s and women’s soccer teams hosted Luther College in a doubleheader on Sunday night. In the men’s contest, the Saints couldn’t generate any offense all game, falling to the Norse 6-0. Over in the women’s game, not the result the Saints were looking for as Luther blanks CSS 1-0. The men’s team will travel to Waukesha…

Luther Blanks UWS Men’s Soccer in Season Opener

UWS will have an opportunity to bounce back on Thursday, September 4th, against UW-Eau Claire. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s soccer team opened up their 2025 season on Friday. The Yellowjackets hosted Luther at SCCU stadium. Unfortunately, the Yellowjackets fell short in their home opener as Luther walks away with the win 1-0. UWS will have an opportunity to bounce back on Thursday, September 4th, against UW-Eau Claire. Game time is at 7 p.m. Categories:…

Steelers Sign Former Bulldog Aiden Williams to Practice Squad

Williams appeared in one preseason game for the Steelers, playing 54 snaps in their contest against the Jaguars.

PITTSBURGH, Penn.- Former UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams is back with the Pittsburgh Steelers. On Thursday, the team signed the guard to their practice squad. Williams appeared in one preseason game for the Steelers, playing 54 snaps in their contest against the Jaguars. He missed the remaining two preseason games following that to deal with a leg injury. Williams originally…

UMD Football Handles Winona State in First-Ever NCAA Game at TCO Stadium

UMD is next in action on September 6th at Concordia-St. Paul.

EAGAN, Minn.- The UMD football team kicked off their 2025 campaign in a special way on Thursday. UMD battling Winona State in the first-ever NCAA game at TCO Stadium, the headquarters of the Minnesota Vikings. Like many times last year, Kyle Walljasper had a night to remember as he threw for 259 yards with four total touchdowns. The Bulldogs begin…

Former Bulldog Caroline Ouellette Named Assistant Coach for Montreal Victoire

Ouellette has spent the last two seasons with Montreal.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD assistant coach and Hall of Famer Caroline Ouellette has been promoted to assistant coach for the Montreal Victoire of the PWHL. She’s spent the past two seasons with the team and has also served as the Co-Head Coach for Concordia University. Ouellette has had plenty of success on the ice, including a 2008 national title with…

UMD Football Making Final Preparations Ahead of TCO Opener

UMD sure knows how to start the season off right in recent years as they've won their last five openers.

DULUTH, Minn.- We are just two days away from kickoff of another UMD football season. However this year, they’ll start with not your ordinary opener. It’s the Bulldogs versus the Warriors of Winona State under the lights at TCO Stadium in Eagan. The contest marks the first-time that an NCAA game will take placeat the headquarters of the Vikings. UMD…

UMAC Coaches Pick UWS Men’s Soccer to Win Conference Title Once Again

UWS is vying for their 9th straight conference title and is coming off a sweet sixteen appearance a year ago.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A day after the UWS women’s soccer team was selected to finish 1st in the UMAC, the UWS men’s team now joins them. On Tuesday, the coaches poll was released and the Yellowjackets landed in first with 36 points. UWS is vying for their 9th straight conference title and is coming off a sweet sixteen appearance a year…

Steelers Release Former UMD Offensive Lineman Aiden Williams

Williams is now free to sign with any of the other 31 NFL teams or could revert back to Pittsburgh's practice squad.

PITTSBURGH, Penn.- Former UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams’ dream of making an NFL roster has hit a road block. Ahead of cutdown day on Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Steelers released the guard after originally signing him back on April 26th. Williams played in the team’s first preseason game against the Jaguars on August 9th. But was sidelined for the next two…

UWS Women’s Soccer Picked to Finish 1st in UMAC

Yellowjackets vying for 5th straight conference title

SUPERIOR, Wis.- On the pitch, The UMAC women’s soccer preseason poll was released this afternoon. UWS has been selected to finish first in the UMAC entering the 2025 season. The Yellowjackets earned their fourth consecutive UMAC title last year after defeating Bethany Lutheran 4-0 in the title game. A few key returners for the Yellowjackets this season include goalkeeper Quinn…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Slated to Finish 5th in NSIC

Noah Foster and Shaelyn Hostager named NSIC athletes to watch list.

DULUTH, Minn.- On Monday, both the UMD men’s and women’s cross country teams were picked to finish 5th in the NSIC conference preseason coaches poll. In the 2024 NSIC conference meet, the women’s team placed 4th. For the men’s squad, they took home a 3rd place finish at the NSIC conference meet. This year, all eyes will be on Shaelyn…

St. Scholastica Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Class

Six individuals will be inducted in a ceremony on October 11th.

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica has announced their 2025 Hall of Fame class. Six individuals will be inducted in a ceremony on October 11th. They are Kelsey Peterson, who is the all-time goals and points leader for the women’s soccer team. Tom Lyscio, a UMAC champion thrower on the men’s track and field team. Nina Waidacher, a member of the women’s…

CSS Women’s Soccer Names Breanna Nelson as New Assistant Coach

Nelson comes from Concordia- Moorhead, where she was an assistant for the Cobbers.

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s soccer team has added a former MIAC foe to their coaching staff. Breanna Nelson is the team’s new assistant coach and goalkeeper coach. She comes from Concordia- Moorhead, where she was an assistant for the Cobbers. Nelson also suited up for Concordia-Moorhead during her playing days. She was a three-year captain for the team….

UW-Superior Names Track After Longtime Coach & Community Leader Dan Conway

A sign honoring Conway has been installed at the stadium.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The track at SCCU Stadium in Superior has a new name. On Tuesday, the school announced that they are dedicating the track in honor of former coach, mentor, and community leader, Dan Conway. Conway began his journey at UWS, where he was a sprinter for track and a halfback for the football team. He then went on to…

Hermantown’s Neal Pionk Invited to U.S. Olympic Men’s Hockey Orientation Camp

The camp takes place August 26th-27th in Plymouth, Michigan.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A Hermantown native will get the chance to impress the U.S. Men’s Olympic higher-ups later this month. Neal Pionk was one of 44 players invited to participate at the U.S. Olympic Orientation Camp. The camp is more so an administrative and team-building event and includes no formal on-ice activity or public component. Pionk just wrapped up his 8th…

Former Bulldog McKenzie Revering Joins St. Scholastica Women’s Hockey Coaching Staff

Over the course of four years, Revering appeared in 112 games for UMD and tallied 4 points.

DULUTH, Minn.- Another former Bulldog has joined the St. Scholastica coaching staff. McKenzie Revering is the Saints new assistant coach. She’ll work with her former teammate Sydney Brodt, who was named as Scholastica’s new head coach earlier this off-season. Over the course of four years, Revering appeared in 112 games for UMD and tallied 4 points. She last coached for…

UMD Soccer Relying On Veterans to Help Turn the Corner

The Bulldogs went just 2-12-3 a year ago, finishing 11th in the NSIC.

DULUTH, Minn.- The beauty of a new season means every team is in the same boat. A 0-0 record and a chance to improve on what happened the year prior. The UMD soccer team is one of those squads that’s hoping for some different results heading into their 2025 campaign. The Bulldogs went just 2-12-3 a year ago, finishing 11th…

UMD Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Set Sights High Ahead of New Year

UMD's first invitational is September 12th in River Falls.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s and women’s cross country teams officially began their seasons on Monday. Both squads are coming off respectful finishes in 2024 as each team had a top 4 finish in the NSIC and a top 14 finish in the central region. Head Coach Brette Jensen detailed what the team’s goals are for this year plus what…