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UMD Women’s Hockey Welcomes Rivals Minnesota for Home Opener

Puck drop for Friday night's game at Amsoil Arena is set for 6 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s back to work for the UMD women’s hockey team as they get set for another week of WCHA play. But it will be tough to act like it’s just a normal weekend series as the Bulldogs will welcome arch rivals Minnesota to town. These two teams met only twice last season with the Gophers coming out…

UMD Football Talks Thrilling, Last-Second Win Over MSU-Moorhead

Freshman QB Logan Graetz connected with an eight-yard touchdown pass to Armani Carmickle with two seconds left in the game.

DULUTH, Minn. – This past weekend, the UMD football team was without quarterback John Larson, who was out due to injury. The Bulldogs went with a game plan that would feature both Logan Graetz and Garret Olson, with the former coming up with the most clutch play of the season: an eight-yard touchdown pass to Armani Carmickle with two seconds…

Duluth Marshall Alum Maren Friday Named ECAC Rookie of the Week

Friday scored a goal and picked up an assist in each game against RIT.

SCHENECTADY, New York – This past weekend, it was a college hockey debut to remember for Duluth native Maren Friday. The former Duluth Marshall standout has been named ECAC Rookie of the Week after recording four points in her first two collegiate games for Union College. Friday scored a goal and picked up an assist in each game against RIT….

UMD Men’s Hockey Opens Season with Win over Wisconsin in Exhibition Game

Bulldogs Carter Loney, Hunter Lellig, Casey Gilling and Jesse Jacques each scored one in the win over the Badgers.

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. — The UMD men’s hockey team opened their season with an exhibition game against the University of Wisconsin and defeated them 4-2 on Sunday. Carter Loney, Hunter Lellig, Casey Gilling and Jesse Jacques scored in the exhibition helping the Bulldogs win over the Badgers. UMD gears up for their first official game of the season at Bemidji…

UMD Women’s Soccer Fall to SMSU

Emilia McGiffert scored the lone goal for the Bulldogs in the second half.

DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD women’s soccer team fell to Southwest Minnesota State University on Sunday 2-1 at Molasky Stadium. Emilia McGiffert scored the lone goal for the Bulldogs in the second half. UMD is back in action Friday, October 8th at Bemidji State University at 3 p.m. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Northern Star: Blake Perry

For this weeks segment, we highlight the record-breaking accomplishments of one senior on the UWS Men's Soccer team.

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The sky is the limit for senior Blake Perry of the UWS men’s soccer team as he continues to raise the standards for the yellowjackets. “The boys all love him, there’s no question who they’re trying to follow, he just sets a great example,” Joe Mooney, the UWS Head Coach said. He sets records too, on Friday,…

UWS Men’s Soccer Blows Past Minnesota Morris

Protus Babaya scores 3 for the Yellowjackets for a hat trick, Phillip Eriksen, Nicolai Stokker, Brandon Conklin, and Blake Perry each had one.

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The UWS men’s soccer team dominated the field in Saturday afternoons 7-0 victory over Minnesota Morris at the NBC Spartan Sports Complex. Protus Babaya scores 3 for the Yellowjackets for a hat trick, Phillip Eriksen, Nicolai Stokker, Brandon Conklin, and Blake Perry each had one. The Yellowjackets look to extend this 3 game win-streak against Saint Olaf…

UMD Women’s Hockey Look to Strengthen Special Teams After Loss to Mankato

Lizi Norton and Elizabeth Giguere each score one for the Bulldogs, but Mankato scores 3 on the power play.

MANKATO, Minn. — The UMD women’s hockey team fell to Minnesota State Mankato Saturday afternoon 4-2. Lizi Norton and Elizabeth Giguere each score one for the Bulldogs, but Mankato scores 3 on the power play. UMD is back in action for their home opener October 8th versus the University of Minnesota at AMSOIL arena. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota…

UWS Women’s Soccer Full Speed Ahead in Win Over Minnesota Morris

Niya Wilson scores 4 goals, Annah Schussman and Ava Giswold each add one for the Yellowjackets.

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The UWS women’s soccer team defeated Minnesota Morris 6-1 at the NBC Spartan Sports Complex Saturday afternoon. Niya Wilson scores 4 goals, Annah Schussman and Ava Giswold each add one for the Yellowjackets. They are back in action Friday, October 8th at Northwestern. Categories: College, Sports

Perry Breaks School Record, Holmquist Nets Four Goals as UWS Soccer Teams Earn Home Sweeps Over Crown

The Yellowjackets had a pair of historic performances Friday afternoon at the Spartan Sports Complex.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s soccer team defeated Crown 8-0 as Blake Perry became the program’s all-time leading scorer with his 44th career goal. In the women’s match, Mya Holmquist scored four goals in the first 44 minutes as the Yellowjackets topped the Storm 5-0. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UMD’s Cazz Martin Brings Balance to Bulldogs’ Offense

Martin has exploded on the scene, coming in at #3 in the NSIC in rushing yards.

DULUTH, Minn. – After showing flashes two years ago, UMD’s Cazz Martin has exploded on the scene, coming in at #3 in the NSIC in rushing yards. And with the stellar play of quarterback John Larson, UMD can now open up the playbook and become more balanced with their offensive attack. “Really just getting used to the playbook, knowing my…

UMD Volleyball Shuts Out Mankato at Romano Gym

The Bulldogs will be back in action Saturday as they will host 4th ranked Concordia-St. Paul

DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD volleyball team shut out Minnesota State Mankato 3-0 Friday night at Romano Gym. The Bulldogs will be back in action Saturday as they will host 4th ranked Concordia-St. Paul. Categories: College, Frenzy Spotlight Game, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Opens Season with Road Shutout Over Mankato

Naomi Roagie and Gabby Hughes each score twice as the UMD Bulldogs defeat the Mankato Mavericks 7-0 in their season opener Saturday night

DULUTH, Minn. —  Naomi Rogge and Gabbie Hughes each scored twice as the UMD women’s hockey team defeated Minnesota State Mankato 7-0 in their season opener Friday night. These teams will be back in action on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in Mankato. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Team Meets Wisconsin in Exhibition Game

Puck drop at the Chippewa Falls Ice Arena is set for 1 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team will be in Chippewa Falls this Sunday for an exhibition game against 11th-ranked Wisconsin. It will be the Bulldogs’ first game since last April’s Frozen Four with the goal of getting tuned-up before the start of the regular season. This will be the first time theses two teams have met since October…

UMD Women’s Hockey Set to Open Regular Season in Mankato

The Bulldogs are unbeaten in their last 17 meetings against the Mavericks.

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, the UMD women’s hockey will open the 2021-2022 up in Mankato. UMD brings back 13 seniors from last year’s squad, but only one won’t be on the ice this season former captain Ashton Bell, Who is centralized with Team Canada. And while losing a stellar offensive defenseman will ding the blueline a bit, the Bulldogs…

UMD’s Jim Boos Looks Back On 500th Career Coaching Win

Boos will be honored before UMD's game Friday night against Minnesota State Mankato.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD head volleyball coach Jim Boos picked up his 500th coaching victory in last Friday’s five-set thriller over Sioux Falls. He becomes just the 15th Division II coach to hit that milestone. Boos is going into his 20th season at UMD and he’s helped guide the Bulldogs to the NCAA tournament in 17 of those years. “He…

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