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UMD Football Elevates Former Standout Wide Receiver Jason Balts to Full-Time Assistant Coach

Balts currently serves as the Bulldogs defensive backs coach as well as the team's recruiting coordinator. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD football announced that they have prompted former star wide receiver Jason Balts to a full-time assistant coach. Balts had previously held the title of postgrduate intern assistant coach since wrapping up his playing career in 2018. He currently serves as the Bulldogs defensive backs coach as well as the team’s recruiting coordinator. During his four year…

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College, Sports

Former Captain Dave Williams Named St. Scholastica Interim Men’s Hockey Head Coach

Williams replaces Kevin Moore who according to a press release from the athletic department, resigned from his position earlier this month. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica announced on Monday that they have named former captain Dave Williams as the interim head men’s hockey coach. Williams replaces Kevin Moore who according to a press release from the athletic department, resigned from his position earlier this month. Williams went and played three seasons professionally in the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL). Williams finished…

Augsburg
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Mark Wick Named Interim Head Coach of Augsburg Men’s Hockey

Natalie Noury,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.– Hermantown native Mark Wick has been named Interim Head Coach for the Augsburg Men’s Hockey Team. He takes over for Chris Brown, who resigned on Friday, to pursue an assistant coaching job at Alaska-Fairbanks, a Division 1 Hockey School. Wick was the head coach of Men’s Hockey at Saint Scholastica for 14 years, and an Assistant Coach for…

Coaches Corner
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Coaches Corner: Dave Reyelts

For this week's segment, we talk with the head coach of the St. Scholastica women's soccer team.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with St. Scholastica women’s soccer head coach Dave Reyelts as the Saints wrapped up their first week of fall practice before officially starting their first season in the MIAC. The Saints will open the regualr season Sept. 3 hosting UW-Whitewater. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Noah Cates to Captain UMD Men’s Hockey Team for Second Season

Kobe Roth, Tanner Laderoute and Louie Roehl will all serve as assistant captains this upcoming season
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team officially announced their team captains for the 2021-22 season. After deciding to not head out to Philadelphia just yet and to return for his senior season, forward Noah Cates will once again wear the ‘C’. Cates is the first Bulldog to be named captain for two years in a row since current…

Uws Volleyball
College, Sports

UW-Superior Volleyball Picked Third, Northland College Fifth in UMAC Preseason Poll

The Yellowjackets will be led by setter Megan Holz and outside hitter Alexie Pryd while the LumberJills will be led by outside hitters Larissa Fossum and Bailey Wynn Jr. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UMAC preseason volleyball poll was released today before the season gets started next week. UW-Superior was picked to finish third while Northland College was selected fifth and Northwestern took the unanimous top spot. The Yellowjackets return 10 players and welcome in eight newcomers to the team that finished third in the conference in the spring. They’ll…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica, UW-Superior Men’s Soccer Play to 1-1 Draw in Exhibition

The two teams will meet up again Oct. 20 in Superior. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Nearly two hours of soccer wouldn’t be enough in the first round of this year’s Bridge Battle, as the St. Scholastica and UW-Superior men’s soccer teams played to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday night in an exhibition game. Jordan Finneran scored the lone goal for the Saints. The Saints will officially open their season Sept. 1 hosting…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Cross Country Teams Ranked Fifth in NSIC Preseason Polls

The NSIC Athletes to Watch for UMD are Mackenzie Hall and Matthew Trutna.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Both the UMD men’s and women’s cross country teams are ranked fifth in their respective NSIC Preseason Coaches Polls. The women’s NSIC Athlete to Watch for UMD is Mackenzie Hall, who is coming off of an 18th place finish at the 2019 NSIC championships, and 34th in the central regionals. To view the full women’s release, head…

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College, Sports

MIAC Announces Fall 2021 COVID-19 Competition Plan

Things like masking and fan attendance will be a school decision, but conference games that have to be postponed due to COVID can be rescheduled.
Claudia Chakamian,

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – Monday, the MIAC released its fall COVID-19 sports competition plan. St. Scholastica is in the process of transitioning their programs to the MIAC and will compete in the conference starting this fall. Things like masking and fan attendance will be a school decision. The MIAC said that if a conference game has to be postponed due to…

Umd Volleyball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Ranked No. 7 in AVCA Preseason Coaches Poll

UMD is one of five teams in the NSIC to be ranked in the top 25, with Concordia-St. Paul earning a No. 2 ranking. Northern State, St. Cloud State and Wayne State also make the list. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team has been ranked in the top 10 nationally in the AVCA Preseason Coaches Poll, coming in at No. 7 with 684 points. UMD is one of five teams in the NSIC to be ranked in the top 25, with Concordia-St. Paul earning a No. 2 ranking. Northern State, St. Cloud State and Wayne…

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College, Sports

St. Scholastica Men’s Soccer Shuts Out Lake Superior College in First Exhibition

The Saints scored four times in the second half for the win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica men’s soccer team scored four goals in the second half to get the 4-0 win over Lake Superior College in their first exhibition of the season. The Saints will host the bridge battle on Wednesday as UW-Superior comes to town for an exhibition, then they will open the regular season Sept. 1 hosting Saint…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Defenseman Matt Cairns Signs AHL Deal With Rochester Americans

Cairns spent just one season with the Bulldogs after playing three seasons for Cornell, tallying six assists.
Claudia Chakamian,

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Former UMD defenseman Matt Cairns has signed a one-year contract with the Rochester Americans, the AHL affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres. Cairns spent just one season with the Bulldogs after playing three seasons for Cornell. This season, he tallied six assists with a +18 rating. Cairns was selected in the third round of the 2016 NHL Draft…

Uws Soccer
College, Sports

Experienced UW-Superior Women’s Soccer Team Entering Fall Season With High Expectations

The Yellowjackets return all but one player from last year including goalkeeper and reigning UMAC Defensive Player of the Year Morgan Philliber. Now, they're motivated to bring home the program's first conference title.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – We are just about a week away from college sports returning in the Northland and this week, the UW-Superior women’s soccer team returned to the pitch ready for a big fall season. Just three months ago, the Yellowjackets were wrapping up a strong spring season, going 7-3 and making it to their second ever UMAC championship game….

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Coaches Corner: UMD Volleyball

For this week's segment, we chat with the UMD volleyball team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from the UMD volleyball team, including head coach Jim Boos and team captain Kate Berg, as the Bulldogs began their first week of fall practices. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

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USA Hockey’s Level 5 Coaches Symposium Welcomes Over 400 Attendees

Topics of discussion include how to be a better passing team, as well as developing a team culture and identity.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Over 400 coaches from all levels came together for the 2021 Level 6 Coaches Symposium, which is hosted by USA Hockey. The four-day symposium features several guest speakers, including coaches from the AHL and NHL. Organizers say it’s a way to celebrate coaches all over the country who care about the game and want to give back,…

Kevin Moore
College, Sports

Kevin Moore No Longer Head Coach of CSS Men’s Hockey Team

Moore led the Saints to a 7-8 record in 2021, including an appearance in the NCHA semi-finals.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two weeks ago, St. Scholastica said good-bye to their longtime women’s hockey coach Jackie MacMillan when she resigned following issues with the administration. And now, the men’s hockey team will have a new head coach as well. A source tells FOX 21 that Kevin Moore out at CSS after one season with the program. The athletic department…

Umd Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Potential COVID Issues Could Test Depth of UMD Football Team

With regards to vaccines, Wiese says the goal is to educate his players and stay within the guidelines outlined by the school and the state.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team is wrapping up their second week of practice. And although for the most part are normal, the Bulldogs are still aware that COVID-19 could still have an impact on their season. Head coach Curt Wiese says getting everyone involved with weekly game plans will be more important than ever before. “That’s going to…

Jason Herter
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Assistant Hockey Coach Jason Herter Joins Western Michigan’s Coaching Staff

He will join the coaching staff of new Broncos head coach Pat Ferschweiler.
Sam Ali,

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Former UMD men’s hockey assistant coach Jason Herter has joined Western Michigan University in the same position. He will join the coaching staff of new Broncos head coach Pat Ferschweiler. Herter left the program last year after nine years with the team. In his time at UMD, the Saskatchewan native has been a part of two national…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Expectations Still High for Young, Inexperienced UMD Volleyball Squad

This year's team could go through some growing pains early on with more than half of their roster made up of freshman.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Some things in life are inevitable. Death, taxes and the UMD volleyball team making the NCAA tournament. In fact, they’ve done that 17 times since head coach Jim Boos took over in 2002. The Bulldogs come into this season with high expectations as they were picked to finish 2nd in the NSIC. But this year’s team could…

Umd Soccer
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Soccer Opens Fall Practice With Mix of Returners and New Faces

This year will be a balancing act for head coach Greg Cane as UMD brings back a roster full of players with different levels of experience.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s soccer team held their first fall practice on Monday in nearly two years. This year will be a balancing act for head coach Greg Cane as UMD brings back a roster full of players with different levels of experience. “Being split with a lot of newcomers and upperclassmen, it’s definitely motivating. Everyone coming in…

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Season Ends in Waterloo for Duluth Huskies

The Huskies finish their season with a 30-40 overall record.
Sam Ali,

WATERLOO, Iowa – The Duluth Huskies’ season came to an end Tuesday night as Waterloo got the shutout win 6-0 in the Northwoods League playoffs. The Huskies finish their season with a 30-40 overall record. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Nationally Ranked in First Poll of 2021

The Bulldogs come in at #23, one of just two NSIC teams on the list as Minnesota State-Mankato came in at #2.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team is ranked nationally in the first poll from the American Football Coaches Association. The Bulldogs come in at #23, one of just two NSIC teams on the list as Minnesota State-Mankato came in at #2. UMD will host the Mavericks in Week 2 of the regular season. Before that, they will open their…

Huskies Playoffs
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Duluth Huskies Can’t Complete Rally in First Playoff Game to Waterloo Bucks

Bryan Broecker went 2-for-2 with 2 RBI and a home run. The Huskies will need to win on Monday to keep their season alive. First pitch in Waterloo is set for 6:35 p.m. 
Claudia Chakamian,

WATERLOO, Iowa – The Duluth Huskies started to put together another rally late on Sunday but couldn’t finish it off, as the Waterloo Bucks got the 8-6 win win in game one of the best-of-three first round playoff series. Down 8-3 in the eight, the Huskies scored twice to cut the lead to three. In the ninth, Mike Boeve drove…

Carson Rose
College, Sports

Former St. Scholastica Forward Carson Rose Signs First Professional Contract With Birmingham Bulls

The former assistant captain recorded 35 goals and 21 assists during his four years, while leading the team his junior season with 12 goals. 
Claudia Chakamian,

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Former St. Scholastica forward Carson Rose has signed his first professional contract with the Birmingham Bulls of the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL). The former assistant captain recorded 35 goals and 21 assists during his four years, while leading the team his junior season with 12 goals. The SPHL has been around since 2004 and has teams…

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Duluth Huskies Win Big in Regular Season Finale

The Huskies will now head to Waterloo to begin the best-of-three first round playoff series in their first postseason appearance since 2018.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Michael Sarhatt led the way with four hits and 2 RBI as the Duluth Huskies got the 13-3 win over Bismarck on Saturday to end the regular season. Mike Boeve went 3-for-3 with 3 RBI while Calyn Halvorson went 3-for-5 with 2 RBI and scored three times. The Huskies will now prepare for the playoffs, which start…

Uws Basketball
College, Sports

UWS Women’s Basketball Announces Schedule for Upcoming Season

The Yellowjackets will open things in an exhibition game at UMD on Nov. 2 then open the regular season at home on Nov. 9 against UW-Stout. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Basketball season is right around the corner and the UW-Superior women’s basketball team announced their 2021-22 schedule earlier this weekend. The Yellowjackets will open things in an exhibition game at UMD on Nov. 2 then open the regular season at home on Nov. 9 against UW-Stout. This year’s bridge battle will take place Nov. 17 at the…

Jackie Macmillan
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Jackie MacMillan Speaks Out for the First Time Since Resignation at St. Scholastica

The former CSS women's hockey coach says her issues with the administration, and not the athletic department, ultimately forced her to step down.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Eleven years ago, the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team began their first year as a program and their first ever head coach was Buffalo, Minnesota native Jackie MacMillan, who knows a thing or two about first-year women’s hockey programs. She was part of the first recruiting class at the University of Wisconsin back in 1999. “There’s some…

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Duluth Huskies Rally Comes Up Short Against Bismarck, But Eau Claire Loss Clinches Playoff Spot

Dom Meza homered in the seventh inning as the Huskies are heading to the postseason for the first time since 2018.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Down 8-0 in the seventh, the Duluth Huskies started to rally, but came up just short in the ninth as Bismarck got the 8-7 win. However, with Willmar beating Eau Claire, the Huskies have clinched a playoff spot and are back in the postseason for the first time since 2018. The Huskies and Bismarck Larks will wrap…

Coaches Corner
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Coaches Corner: Curt Wiese

For this week's segment, we talk with the head coach of the UMD football team as they wrapped up their first week of fall practice.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we chat with UMD football head coach Curt Wiese as the Bulldogs wrapped up their first week of fall practice. UMD hit the field for fall practice for the first time in nearly two years after having last season canceled. The Bulldogs will open the 2021 season at Upper Iowa on Sept….

Brent Laing
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Brent Laing Named to 2022 Senior Bowl Watchlist

For many players, this serves as the first step of the NFL Draft process and mostly consists of players on the Division I level. The 2022 Senior Bowl is set for Feb. 5 in Mobile, Alabama. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team wrapped up their first week of fall practice on Friday. The Bulldogs also learned that one of their own is getting some national recognition for his play on the field. Offensive lineman Brent Laing has been named to the 2022 Reese’s Senior Bowl Watchlist. For many players, this serves as the first step…
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UWS Men’s Basketball to Play UW-Green Bay in Exhibition Next Season

This will be the first time the Yellowjackets will play a DI school since November 2009 against Wisconsin. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s basketball team announced their schedule for the upcoming season and they’ve got a few big ones circled. On Nov. 27, the Yellowjackets will play the University of Green Bay in an exhibition game. This will be the first time the Yellowjackets will play a DI school since November 2009 against Wisconsin. “I think your…
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Saints’ Kevin Ritsche Steps Down as Head Baseball Coach

The CSS alum led the Saints to a 20-9 overall record this past spring and to a runner-up finish in the UMAC regular season, and in the tournament as well.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica head baseball coach Kevin Ritsche is stepping down. He was hired two years ago but had his first season cut short due to the pandemic. This past spring, the Superior native led the Saints to a 20-9 overall record and a runner-up finish in the UMAC regular season, and in the tournament as well. Ritsche…

Css Football
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Football Team Holds First Fall Practice of 2021

The roster will be full of new faces, including the biggest freshman class since 2012.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After nearly a two-year layoff, the CSS football team gathered at Saints Field for the first day of fall practices. “There was no motivation to get out of bed. It was just go, you know,” linebacker Mack Nelson said. “To finally have that, that camp feel, is awesome,” said running back Bryceton Butkiewicz. The roster will be…

Huskies Baseball
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Duluth Huskies Inch Closer to Postseason with Road Win Over Mankato

Five different players drove in multiple runs for the Huskies, who swept their final road series of the season.
Sam Ali,

MANKATO, Minn. – Mike Boeve and Calyn Halvorson each homered in the third inning as the Duluth Huskies topped Mankato 14-8 Thursday night at ISG Field. Five different players drove in multiple runs for the Huskies, who swept their final road series of the season. Friday night, they will host Bismarck for their final series of the season. A win…

Huskies Baseball
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Brooks’ Leadoff Home Run Powers Duluth Huskies Over Mankato

Brooks led the way with three RBI while Mike Boeve and Bryan Broecker chipped in with two RBI each.
Sam Ali,

MANKATO, Minn. – Shortstop Michael Brooks delivered his team-leading fifth home run of the season on the first pitch of the game as the Duluth Huskies topped Mankato 12-5 Thursday night at ISG Field. Brooks led the way with three RBI while Mike Boeve and Bryan Broecker chipped in with two RBI each. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown Native Neal Pionk Signs Four-Year Deal with Winnipeg Jets

The former UMD standout led all defenseman on the team with 32 points in 54 games last season.
Sam Ali,

WINNIPEG, Canada – For the past three seasons, Hermantown native Neal Pionk has defied expectations that people had of him as a pro hockey player. And now, he’ll continue to do that with a new contract and some more money. Wednesday, Pionk signed a four-year, $23.5 million contract with the Winnipeg Jets. The 26-year-old was a restricted free agent, but…

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Hermantown’s Ty Hanson Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey

The soon-to-be junior scored nine goals and 20 assists during his sophomore campaign.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown defenseman Ty Hanson announced on Twitter Wednesday that he has committed to joining the UMD men’s hockey team. The soon-to-be junior scored nine goals and 20 assists during his sophomore campaign. He is the third Hermantown player to commit to UMD, joining Joey Pierce and Zam Plante, and they will join current Bulldogs Jesse Jacques, Blake…

Heaven Hamling
College, Sports

Grand Rapids Native Heaven Hamling Seeing Benefits from NIL Ruling

North Dakota State guard Heaven Hamling has signed an endorsement deal with Silverstar Car Wash, a local company based in Sioux Falls.
Sam Ali,

FARGO, N.D. – Last month, collegiate athletes across the country were given permission to be able to benefit from their name, image and likeness thanks to a landmark Supreme Court decision. One of the players taking advantage of the opportunity is a former Northland basketball star. North Dakota State guard Heaven Hamling has signed an endorsement deal with Silverstar Car…

Huskies Baseball
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Gerl Twirls Gem as Duluth Huskies Blank Willmar

Ben Gerl twirled seven shutout innings, allowing just four hits while striking out five batters.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Ben Gerl twirled seven shutout innings, allowing just four hits while striking out five batters as the Duluth Huskies shutout Willmar 5-0 Tuesday night at Wade Stadium. Mike Boeve and Ambren Voitik each finished with two hits as the Huskies will travel to Mankato for their final road series of the season. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

Nate Pearson
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Northwestern Star Nate Pearson Among Five Captains for UMD Football

Pearson is a team captain, thanks to his junior campaign that saw him lead the team in sacks and finish fifth in total tackles.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD fans love their Bulldogs, but understandably, the local players get a little extra love. The UMD football team has five Northland natives on the roster, including linebacker Nate Pearson. The former Northwestern Tiger will be a sixth-year senior in 2021 after redshirting as a freshman and losing last season due to the pandemic. Pearson is now…

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College, Sports

Duluth FC Academy Wins First-Ever DASL Championship

Duluth FC Academy closes out their season with a 13-2-1 overall record.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sunday night, Duluth FC Academy topped Team Evil 4-1 to win the Duluth Amateur Soccer League championship. The achievement is even more impressive when you remember this is their first year as a program and gives a fans a glimpse into the future of Duluth FC. “Sean and I kept in contact. I talk to him every…

Huskies Baseball
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Duluth Huskies Fall to Willmar as Playoff Race Tightens

Mike Boeve led the way with three hits as the Huskies will look for better results Tuesday night.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A seven-run sixth inning would be the difference as the Duluth Huskies fell to Willmar 10-5 Monday night at Wade Stadium. Mike Boeve led the way with three hits as the Huskies will look for better results Tuesday night. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

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UMD Football Holds First Fall Practice After Nearly Two Years

After not being able to have a season last year, the UMD football team returned to the gridiron on Monday to prepare for their season opener on Sept. 2, led by a handful of fifth and sixth year players.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After watching almost every UMD team play some kind of season last year, it’s finally the football team’s turn to get back on the field, as they held their first fall practice since 2019 on Monday. “There’s just kind of that feeling in the air that it’s football season again and it’s hard to beat that feeling,”…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldogs Stalder, Mrazova to Play at IIHF Women’s World Championship

Lara Stalder will represent Switzerland, while Katerina Mrazova will skate for the Czech Republic.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A pair of former UMD hockey standouts will be taking part in the 2021 IIHF women’s world championship. Lara Stalder will represent Switzerland, while Katerina Mrazova will skate for the Czech Republic. Stalder scored 148 points in her Bulldog career, was named 2017 WCHA Player of the Year and a finalist for the Patty Kazmaier award. Mrazova…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Picked to Finish 2nd in NSIC Preseason Coaches Poll

UMD's "Player to Watch" is senior Kate Berg, who led the Bulldogs in kills in 2019.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team was picked to finish 2nd in the NSIC preseason coaches poll. The top spot went to Concordia St.-Paul. After missing out on the 2020 season due to COVID, the Bulldogs will look to build off of their successful 2019 season, which led to a fourth straight NCAA tournament appearance and their 18th in…

Huskies
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Duluth Huskies Hang On for Much-Needed Win Over St. Cloud Rox

Calyn Halvorson went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and an RBI while Bryan Broecker went 2-for-4 with 4 RBI as the Huskies got their first win over the Rox this season.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies battled back-and-forth, but a sac fly in the bottom of the eighth gave them the 8-7 win over the St. Cloud Rox in the final meeting between the two this season. This was also the Huskies’ first win over the Rox this year. Calyn Halvorson went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and an RBI…

Ayden Mcdonald
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Hibbing’s Ayden McDonald Commits to Augustana Men’s Basketball

McDonald is Hibbing's all-time leading scorer and holds the record for most career assists.
Claudia Chakamian,

HIBBING, Minn. – Hibbing basketball star Ayden McDonald has committed to joining the Augustana men’s basketball team. In his junior season, McDonald led the Bluejackets with 18 points, 11 assists and six rebounds per game. He guided Hibbing to a 16-4 overall record and to their first state tournament since 1989. McDonald, coached by his dad Joel, became the program’s…

Coaches Corner
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Coaches Corner: Jen Walter

For this week's segment, we chat with the former head coach of the UMD softball team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we spoke with UMD softball coach Jen Walter, who announced this week that she is leaving the program become an assistant coach at St. Thomas. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth