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St. Scholastica Volleyball Fall at Home to 11th-Ranked UW-Eau Claire

Jessica Remer led the Saints with nine kills on the night as the Saints will try to rebound with a road trip Friday night at Saint Mary's.

DULUTH, Minn. – The search for their first MIAC win will continue as the St. Scholastica volleyball was swept by UW-Eau Claire 3-0 Tuesday night at the Reif Gym. Jessica Remer led the Saints with nine kills on the night as the Saints will try to rebound with a road trip Friday night at Saint Mary’s. Categories: College, Sports

UMD Football Looks to Bounce Back Following First Loss of the Season

The Bulldogs will look to bounce back this weekend against Minnesota State Moorhead.

DULUTH, Minn. – This past weekend, the UMD football team suffered their first loss of the season at the hands of Wayne State. And coming off their historic win over Minnesota State Mankato makes the loss to the Wildcats sting just a little bit more. But the Bulldogs are determined to move on and improve on their mistakes. “Looking back…

Former UMD Captain, Assistant Coach Ashleigh Brykaliuk Signs with Minnesota Whitecaps

During her time with the Bulldogs, Brykaliuk posted 145 points in 146 games, which ranks 12th in program history.

DULUTH, Minn. – Former UMD women’s hockey captain and assistant coach Ashleigh Brykaliuk has signed with the Minnesota Whitecaps. During her time with the Bulldogs, Brykaliuk posted 145 points in 146 games, which ranks 12th in program history. She served as an assistant coach on the team for the past three seasons before stepping down back in June. Categories: Professional…

UMD Volleyball Head Coach Jim Boos Reaches 500th Career Win

Boos becomes just the 15th head coach in DII volleyball history to reach the 500 wins mark. He will be honored during UMD's next home game on Oct. 1.

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been a bit of a bumpy start to the season for the UMD volleyball team, especially in conference play. But luckily for this young group, they have a pretty experienced guy on their bench who just reached a pretty big milestone. Bulldogs head coach Jim Boos reached 500 career wins on Friday as UMD battled back…

Northern Star: John Schwinghamer

For this week's segment, we feature a St. Scholastica runner and skier who spent this past summer in Jackson, Wyoming helping fight wildfires.

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been quite the year for St. Scholastica senior John Schwinghamer. He qualified for the NCAA Skiing championships, then was All-UMAC in outdoor track and field in just his second season with the Saints. “I like how they all work together, they’re all endurance sports. I love to run but I’m better at skiing but I still…

UW-Superior Women, Men’s Soccer Shuts Out Martin Luther to Sweep Doubleheader

Annah Schussman scored twice for the women while Blake Perry scored twice for the men, tying the record set by Eric Watson in 2019 for most career goals in program history.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Annah Schussman scored twice in the second half as the UW-Superior women’s soccer team got the 3-0 win over Martin Luther on Saturday. Niya Wilson also scored as the Yellowjackets improve to 5-3 on the season with a perfect 3-0 conference record. On the men’s side, UWS got the offense going as they got the 8-0 win…

UMD Football Suffers First Loss of Season to Wayne State

Cazz Martin rushed for 163 yards and three touchdowns, including a 75-yard score.

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 11 UMD football team got off to a sluggish start and never fully recovered on Saturday, as Wayne State got the 31-28 win to hand the Bulldogs their first loss of the season. Cazz Martin rushed for 163 yards and three touchdowns, including a 75-yard score. John Larson struggled, completing 11 of 28 passes for…

St. Scholastica Football Drops Season Opener to Augsburg

Ty Givance scored the first Saints touchdown of their MIAC era, late in the second half to get them on the board.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica football team struggled in their first game in 680 days, as Augsburg got the 54-14 win. It was the Saints long-awaited season opener after having their original opener canceled due to COVID, and it was also their first ever MIAC game. Ty Givance scored the first Saints touchdown of their MIAC era, late in…

Coaches Corner: St. Scholastica Football

For this week's segment, we chat with the St. Scholastica football team.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from the St. Scholastica football team, including head coach Mike Heffernan and senior wide receiver Mitchell Adrian. The Saints will open their 2021 season Saturday against Augsburg in their first-ever game in the MIAC. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Defends Home Ice with Win Over Kenai River

The Minnesota Wilderness scored three goals in the 3rd period as they defeated Kenai River 5-2 Friday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena.

CLOQUET, Minn. — The Minnesota Wilderness scored three goals in the 3rd period as they defeated Kenai River 5-2 Friday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena.   Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

UWS Men’s Soccer Fall in OT to Bethany Lutheran, Women Earn Shutout Win Over Vikings

The men fell in overtime to Bethany Lutheran, while the women blanked the Vikings.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Bethany Lutheran’s Max Busch would score less than three minutes into overtime as the Vikings stunned UW-Superior 3-2 Friday afternoon at the NBC Spartan Sports Complex. Protus Babaya scored the lone goal for the Yellowjackets, who suffered their first UMAC regular season loss in nearly three years. In the women’s match, Niya Wilson and Allison Alessi scored…

St. Scholastica Football Finally Ready to Open 2021 Season

The Saints will face Augsburg for their first ever game in the MIAC.

DULUTH, Minn. – After having the season opener cancelled, St. Scholastica will finally return to the field this weekend. It’s been 680 days since the Saints have played a game so the players are extra amped for Saturday’s game. “We are mentally and physically ready to play. It has been almost two years for some of us to play a…

St. Scholastica Volleyball Drops MIAC Opener to St. Olaf

Haley Rohwer led the Saints with eight kills while Katie Brostrom finished with 27 assists.

DULUTH, Minn. – In their MIAC debut, the St. Scholastica volleyball team were swept by St. Olaf 3-0 Wednesday night at the Reif Gym. Haley Rohwer led the Saints with eight kills while Katie Brostrom finished with 27 assists. CSS will look for their first win of the season Friday night when they host UW-Eau Claire. Categories: College, Sports

UMD Volleyball Back on Track with First NSIC Win of 2021

The Bulldogs will look to keep things rolling when they travel to Sioux Falls on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday night, the UMD volleyball team oicked up their first conference win of the season with a home sweep over Minnesota Crookston. Cianna Selbitschka and Kate Berg combined for 29 kills on the night. The win allows the Bulldogs to break their early season slump after dropping their first two games of the NSIC schedule. “We learned…

UMD’s John Larson Becomes Fifth Bulldog to Hit 5K Passing Yards Milestone

Larson becomes just the fifth Bulldog in program history to hit that milestone, which includes offensive coordinator Chase Vogler.

DULUTH, Minn. – This past weekend, UMD’s John Larson reached 5,000 career passing yards in the team’s win over Winona State. He becomes just the fifth Bulldog in program history to hit that milestone, which includes offensive coordinator Chase Vogler. “John throws the ball a lot better than I ever did and we used that to our advantage now in…

UW-Superior Volleyball Sweeps Northland College to Open UMAC Play

Alexie Pryd finished with 20 kills as the Yellowjackets got their second win over the LumberJills this season.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Alexie Pryd finished with 20 kills as the UW-Superior volleyball team opened UMAC play Tuesday night with a 3-0 (25-19, 25-17, 25-16) sweep of Northland College. This is the Yellowjackets second win over the LumberJills this season, after getting a 3-2 nonconference win during the Stinger Classic. UWS improves to 3-8 on the season and will play…

UMD Volleyball Picks Up First NSIC Win Over Minnesota Crookston

Senior Kate Berg chipped in with 11 kills as the Bulldogs will be back in action at home Friday night against Sioux Falls.

DULUTH, Minn. – Sophomore Cianna Selbitschka led the way with 18 kills as the UMD volleyball team knocked off Minnesota Crookston 3-0 Tuesday night at Romano Gym. Senior Kate Berg chipped in with 11 kills as the Bulldogs will be back in action at home Friday night against Sioux Falls. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD’s Carson Shanks Lands New Position with Milwaukee Bucks

Shanks has joined the defending NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks as a player development and video assistant.

DULUTH, Minn. – Former UMD men’s basketball assistant coach Carson Shanks has joined the defending NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks as a player development and video assistant. Shanks has spent the past two seasons with the Bulldogs under head coach Justin Wieck. Shanks played three seasons at the University of North Dakota and one season at Loyola Chicago during their Final…

UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Falls to Eau Claire in Nonconference Battle

The Yellowjackets honored the life of incoming freshman Ryder Woodworth during the game, who passed away shortly before he was scheduled to move into UWS.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s soccer team had a tough battle on Sunday as UW-Eau Claire got the 3-1 nonconference win. Blake Perry scored the lone goal for the Yellowjackets. The Yellowjackets took time to honor the life of incoming freshman Ryder Woodworth, who passed away shortly before he was scheduled to move into college. His family was in…

UMD Soccer Falls at Home to University of Mary

Sophia Grenz finished with five saves for the Bulldogs

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s soccer team battled all game long but couldn’t find the back of the net, as the University of Mary got the 1-0 win on Sunday. Sophia Grenz finished with five saves for the Bulldogs as the drop to 0-5 on the season. They’ll be back in action on Friday at Upper Iowa. Categories: College,…

UMD Volleyball Drops Second Straight NSIC Contest

Cianna Selbitschka led the way with 14 kills for the Bulldogs.

DULUH, Minn. – For the second day in a row, the No. 16 UMD volleyball team battled against a tough NSIC opponent but it wouldn’t be enough, as Augustana got the 3-1 win on Saturday (25-23, 23-25, 25-16, 26-24). Cianna Selbitschka led the way with 14 kills for the Bulldogs while Grace Daak finished with 11 and Kate Berg added…

John Larson’s Milestone Day Leads UMD to Road Win Over Winona State

John Larson became the fifth quarterback in UMD history to record 5,000 career passing yards, joining Ted Schlafke, Drew Bauer, Ricky Fitz and current offensive coordinator Chase Vogler

WINONA, Minn. – John Larson became the fifth quarterback in UMD history to record 5,000 career passing yards as he led the Bulldogs to a 29-23 win over Winona State. Larson finished the day completing 12 passes for 206 yards and a touchdown as he joins Ted Schlafke, Drew Bauer, Ricky Fitz and offensive coordinator Chase Vogler in the 5,000…

Minot State Blanks UMD Women’s Soccer in NSIC Opener

The Bulldogs have a second chance this weekend to come back as they play the University of Mary at home Sunday at noon.

DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD women’s soccer team were not able to defend home turf as the Bulldogs fell to the Beavers 2-0 Friday night at Malosky Stadium. The Bulldogs have a second chance this weekend to come back as they play the University of Mary at home Sunday at noon. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota…

UMD Volleyball Falls to Wayne State in NSIC Opener

UMD will look for better results as they play Augustana on Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. at Romano Gym.

DULUTH, Minn. —  The UMD volleyball team took on 5th ranked Wayne State on Friday evening in the NSIC opener and it would be the Wildcats over the Bulldogs 3-1. It was a packed house for the first regular season home game in nearly two years. UMD will look for better results as they play Augustana on Saturday afternoon at…

Coaches Corner: Scott Sandelin

For this week's segment, we hear from the head coach of the UMD men's hockey team.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, our guest was UMD men’s hockey head coach Scott Sandelin. The Bulldogs were picked to finish second in the NCHC as they will open their season October 8th against Bemidji State. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Coaches Corner: Maura Crowell

For this week's segment, we hear from the head coach of the UMD women's hockey team.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we chat with UMD women’s hockey head coach Maura Crowell after learning that the Bulldogs were picked to finish fourth in the WCHA. UMD will open their season October 1st against Minnesota State Mankato. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Duluth East’s Charlie Sutherland Commits to Minnesota Golden Gophers Baseball Team

This past summer, Sutherland was selected to the USA Baseball Midwest All-Region 16U team.

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth East’s Charlie Sutherland announced on Twitter this week that has committed to joining the Minnesota Golden Gophers baseball team. Sutherland has been with the Greyhounds since eighth grade and that year, he was the best player on Duluth East’s sophomore team. He was also a varsity starter last season as a sophomore. This past summer, Sutherland…

UWS Men’s Soccer to Honor Fallen Teammate, Ryder Woodworth

Woodworth's family will be in attendance when UWS takes on UW-Eau Claire.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Before the start of their season, the UWS men’s soccer team was struck with tragedy as incoming freshman Ryder Woodworth passed away last month. The Eau Claire native was an all-state midfielder and the Yellowjackets will honor his life this weekend. UWS will pay tribute to Woodworth by starting the game one man down, which will allow…

UMD Men’s Hockey Team Chat About Upcoming Season at NCHC Media Day

UMD will open their regular season with a non-conference series at Bemidji State on October 8th.

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Thursday, the Xcel Energy Center was home to Media Day for all eight members of the NCHC. That includes the UMD men’s hockey team, who were represented by head coach Scott Sandelin and team captain Noah Cates. We are just a few weeks away from the start of the season for the UMD men’s hockey team….

NSIC Schedule Begins This Weekend for UMD Volleyball Team

UMD will open things up Friday night against fifth-ranked Wayne State, and then battle Augustana Saturday afternoon.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team has wrapped up their non-conference schedule, and now it’s time for NSIC play. The Bulldogs will return to Romano Gym to play regular season matches for first time in nearly two years. And for a team with championship aspirations, they are glad to be playing in what many consider the best conference in…

Hibbing Native, Former UMD Star Scott Perunovich to Captain St. Louis Blues Prospects Team

Perunovich signed with the Blues after his junior campaign with the Bulldogs, which saw him win the 2020 Hobey Baker Award.

ST. LOUIS, Missouri – Former UMD men’s hockey star Scott Perunovich will serve as team captain for the St. Louis Blues at a prospects tournament this weekend. The tournament will take place in Traverse City, Michigan beginning Friday. Perunovich missed the entire 2021 season due to shoulder surgery. The Hibbing native signed with the Blues after his junior campaign with…

UMD Women’s Hockey Bringing Experience, Talent into Upcoming Season

The group of upperclassmen on this year's roster will feature 12 fourth- and fifth-year seniors who are not only experienced, but are among the most talented players in the conference.

DULUTH, Minn. – We are just over two weeks away from the start of the season for the UMD women’s hockey team. And after making it all the way to the Frozen Four last season, the Bulldogs are eager to get back on the ice. UMD was picked to finish fourth within the WCHA, as well as in the national…

St. Scholastica Men’s Soccer Fall to Gustavus Adolphus in MIAC Debut

Jordan Finneran scored the lone goal for the St. Scholastica men's soccer team in the first half.

DULUTH, Minn. – Jordan Finneran scored the lone goal for the St. Scholastica men’s soccer team in the first half, but 18th-ranked Gustavus Adolphus would come out on top 6-1 Wednesday afternoon at Saints Field. The Saints will look for better results this weekend against Concordia College.   Categories: College, Sports

Karly Brautigam Named New Head Coach of UMD Men’s and Women’s Track & Field, Cross Country

She comes over from Macalester College after spending two seasons as the associate track and field coach.

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday, Karly Brautigam was named the new head coach of the men’s and women’s rrack and field and cross country teams. She comes over from Macalester College after spending two seasons as the associate track and field coach. Brautigam says the position was a perfect fit for her vision for the future of Bulldogs track & field…

UMD Men’s Hockey Picked to Finish Second in NCHC Preseason Poll

UMD will have a handful of fifth-year returners, thanks to the NCAA's blanket waiver, including forwards Kobe Roth and Koby Bender.

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team was picked to finish 2nd in the NCHC preseason poll, which was released Wednesday afternoon. First place went to St. Cloud State. The Bulldogs are coming off another successful campaign which saw them advance to the Frozen Four for the fifth straight season. UMD will have a handful of fifth-year returners,…

Superior’s George Hansen, Mason Stenberg Commit to Ellsworth CC Baseball

The pair helped the Spartans finish with a 16-5 record last spring.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior’s George Hansen and Mason Stenberg both announced Wednesday that they have committed to joining the Ellsworth Community College baseball team. The pair helped the Spartans finish with a 16-5 record last spring. Ellsworth Community College is located in Iowa Falls, Iowa. Categories: College, High School, Sports

UMD Football Defense Key to Upset Win over Mankato

The 10 points scored by Mankato was their lowest in a regular season game since September 2nd, 2010.

DULUTH, Minn. – Saturday’s win for the UMD football team was dominant on both sides of the ball, but especially on defense. The 10 points scored by Mankato was their lowest in a regular season game since September 2nd, 2010. So how were the Bulldogs able to shutdown a powerhouse team that played in the national championship game just two…

St. Scholastica Women’s Soccer Drop MIAC Opener to Gustavus Adolphus

The Saints will look for better results Saturday at home when they host Concordia College-Moorhead.

DULUTH, Minn. – Morgan Friday scored the lone for the St. Scholastica women’s soccer team, but a three-goal first half would be tough to overcome as Gustavus Adolphus spoils the Saints’ MIAC opener 4-1 Tuesday afternoon at Saints Field. The Saints will look for better results Saturday at home when they host Concordia College-Moorhead. Categories: College, Sports

UMD, DECC to Host Minnesota Wild for Open Practice

The practice will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Oct 12 and admission is free and open to the public at this time.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD Athletics and the DECC will host the Minnesota Wild at AMSOIL Arena for an open practice on Oct. 12. The Wild will return to Duluth for the first time in six years at the end of their training camp for some team bonding and practice. It will come right after their final exhibition game in Chicago…

UMD Women’s Hockey Team Picked Fourth in USA Today Preseason Poll

The Bulldogs are tied with the University of Minnesota for fourth while Wisconsin, Northeastern and Ohio State take the top three sports

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team is ranked fourth in the USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine Preseason Poll. The Bulldogs are tied with the University of Minnesota for fourth while Wisconsin, Northeastern and Ohio State take the top three sports. This comes after the Bulldogs were ranked fourth in the WCHA poll. UMD will open the season Oct. 1…

UMD Captain Noah Cates Named to NCHC Preseason All-Conference Team

This is the second straight season Cates has been named to the NCHC Preseason All-Conference Team.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD forward and captain Noah Cates has been named to the NCHC Preseason All-Conference team for the second straight season. Last season, Cates tallied five goals and 14 assists in 28 games. Cates, who will captain UMD for the second straight season, finished second in forward voting. Cates and the Bulldogs will open the season at Bemidji…

No. 20 UMD Football Downs Third-Ranked Minnesota State Mankato in Home Opener

John Larson scored two rushing touchdowns and added a passing touchdown as the Bulldogs pulled off the upset in front of a Malosky Stadium record crowd of 6,536 fans in their first home game in nearly two years.

DULUTH, Minn. – In front of a Malosky Stadium record crowd of 6,536 fans, the No. 20 UMD football team put on a show, getting the 30-10 win over No. 3 Minnesota State Mankato in their first home game in nearly two years. The Bulldogs started out fast, jumping out to an early 14-0 lead and never looked back. John…

UMD Marching Band, Cheer Teams Bring Excitement, Energy to First Football Game in Nearly Two Years

It's also the first performances for the cheer teams and band since the pandemic.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD cheer teams and marching band returned to Malosky Field on Saturday night for the first UMD football game in nearly two years. It’s also their first performance they’ve had since the pandemic. In front of a record crowd, they added to the energy and excitement of the game day experience. Experience the sights and sounds…

Northern Star: Baamlak Haugen, Emilia McGiffert, Victoria Thorson

For this week's segment, we feature three former Duluth Marshall soccer standouts who are all in their first seasons together at UMD.

DULUTH, Minn. – Victoria Thorson, Baamlak Haugen and Emilia McGiffert have all been playing soccer together for as long as they can remember. “Me, Emilia and Tori have been playing since we were little, we were playing on Gitch together and school soccer too and it’s been really fun. We’ve had chemistry,” Haugen said. They then played together at Duluth…

Wilson’s Last Minute Goal Gives UW-Superior Women’s Soccer Home Win Over Edgewood

Claire Smith also scored for the Yellowjackets in the win.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior native Niya Wilson scored the game-winner with just 45 seconds left in double overtime to give the UW-Superior women’s soccer team the 2-1 win over Edgewood. Claire Smith also scored for the Yellowjackets. Morgan Philliber made two saves while Jenna Lang came in in the second half and made seven saves to earn her first collegiate…

Coaches Corner: Lynn Anderson

For this week's segment, we hear from the new head coach of the UMD softball team.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we chat with Lynn Anderson who was named the new head coach of the UMD softball team. Anderson comes over from Grinnell College in Iowa after spending three years with the Pioneers. She takes over for Jen Walter, who stepped down last month. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University…

UWS Volleyball Opens Subway Stinger Classic with Win Over Northland College

The Yellowjackets needed five sets to knock off the LumberJills.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – In the opening match of the 2021 Subway Stinger Classic, the UW-Superior volleyball team defeated Northland College 3-2 Friday afternoon at the Mertz Mortorelli Gym. The tournament continues through Saturday as the Yellowjackets will face Concordia (Minn.) and Macalester. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UMD Women’s Soccer Suffers Heartbreaking Loss in Home Opener

Jacqueline Jares scored the lone goal for the Bulldogs as they'll try to get their first win of the season next Friday against Minot State.

DULUTH, Minn. – Rockhurst’s Olivia Van Belle scored in the 88th minute to give the Hawks a 2-1 win over the UMD women’s soccer team Friday night at Malosky Stadium. Jacqueline Jares scored the lone goal for the Bulldogs as they’ll try to get their first win of the season next Friday against Minot State. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy,…

CSS Men’s Soccer Drops Home Match to Dallas

The Saints will look to rebound Saturday afternoon when they host Coe College.

DULUTH, Minn. – Ken Pryde scored late in the second half, but the rally would fall short as the St. Scholastica men’s soccer team were defeated by Dallas 2-1 Friday afternoon at Saints Field. The Saints will look to rebound Saturday afternoon when they host Coe College. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UMD Football Team to Celebrate Military Appreciation Day on 20th Anniversary of 9/11

Some of the players will be wearing decals on their helmets to honor a member of the military or a first responder.

DULUTH, Minn. – Saturday, the UMD football team will host Minnesota State Mankato for their home opener at Malosky Stadium. It will also be Military Appreciation Day on the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Some of the players will be wearing decals on their helmets to honor a member of the military or a first responder. The Bulldogs say they are…