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The Breakout Arrives for UMD Men’s Basketball Freshman Charlie Katona

Thanks to a great weekend, Katona earned NSIC North Division Player of the Week honors.

February 10, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team are coming off a much-needed sweep over Minnesota Crookston. The Bulldogs were led by freshman Charlie Katona, who broke out in a big way, earning NSIC North Division Player of the Week honors. “Couldn’t have done it without my team though. They were the ones feeding the ball. When you get open,…

UMD’s Scott Sandelin Talks Modified Format for NCHC Tournament

Sandelin says he's intrigued by the single-elimination format, which will begin in the opening round.

February 10, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Heading into this weekend, the UMD men’s hockey team are currently on top of the NCHC standings. And in just a few weeks, the Final Faceoff tournament will begin. Besides the fact that it will take place at the home of the University of North Dakota, Bulldogs head coach Scott Sandelin says he’s intrigued by the single-elimination…

St. Scholastica Softball Picked to Finish First in UMAC Preseason Poll

Several teams will begin indoor action in just over a week as conference games are slated to start the week of March 29th.

February 10, 2021

Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Wednesday, the UMAC released their preseason coaches poll for softball. St. Scholastica was picked to finish at the top with six first-place votes. UW-Superior comes in at #3 as they will welcome in first-year head coach Melissa Fracker. Northland College was picked to finish 8th. Several teams will begin indoor action in just over a week…

South Ridge’s Connor Bushbaum, Tyler Anderson Sign NLIs

Anderson and Bushbaum were members of a South Ridge football team that won its first section title in program history back in 2019.

February 10, 2021

Sam Ali,

CULVER, Minn. – Wednesday, a pair of National Letter of Intent signings at South Ridge High School. Tyler Anderson signed his NLI to join the St. Scholastica football team, while Connor Bushbaum is officially taking his talents to the Minnesota Crookston baseball team. And each Panther had their own reason for their respective path. “Last year, I dislocated my shoulder….

Proctor’s Conner Pavlowich Commits to CSS Baseball, Alex McPhee to Join Concordia Moorhead Wrestling

A pair of Rails put pen to paper this week for their college commitments.

February 10, 2021

Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – As the national signing period continues, Proctor’s Conner Pavlowich signed on to join the CSS baseball team. The senior also plays on the Rails hockey team, where he recorded a hat trick earlier this season. Also, Alex McPhee signed his National Letter of Intent for the wrestling team at Concordia Moorhead. This past season, he broke a…

UMD Women’s Hockey Series at Mankato Postponed

This marks the third series that has been cancelled or postponed for the Bulldogs, who are coming off a bye week.

February 9, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team will not be traveling to Mankato this weekend for their series against the Mavericks. The games have been postponed due to a seven-day pause for all team activities at Minnesota State Mankato due to COVID-19 protocols. This marks the third series that has been cancelled or postponed for the Bulldogs, who are…

St. Scholastica Announces Several Changes for Hockey/Basketball Schedules

The men's hockey team was able to add a non-conference game Wednesday night at Saint John's.

February 9, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday, the College of St. Scholastica announced that they are postponing all games this week due to COVID-19 protocols. That includes the men’s hockey game Tuesday night at Saint Mary’s, the women’s hockey game Wednesday at Hamline and Friday against Lawrence, the men’s and women’s basketball games against Northland College on Wednesday, as well as the women’s…

UWS Men’s Basketball Home Game Against Finlandia Postponed

UWS is scheduled to host North Central on Saturday.

February 9, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s basketball team announced Tuesday that their home game Wednesday against Finlandia has been postponed due to COVID-19 protocols. According to a press release, the game has not yet been rescheduled. Six games into their season, the Yellowjackets have only been able to play one game, a road loss this past weekend against Bethany Lutheran….

NCHC Announces Changes to Final Faceoff Tournament

The tournament will now take place at the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Grand Forks, ND and will be single elimination from start to finish.

February 8, 2021

Sam Ali,

COLORADO COLLEGE, Colo. – The NCHC announced Monday some big changes to the Final Faceoff tournament. For the 2021 season, it will now take place at the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Grand Forks, ND and will be single elimination from start to finish. The Final Faceoff semi-finals and championship game had taken place at the Xcel Energy Center in St….

Soderberg Named to Women’s Hockey Goalie of the Year Award Watch List

Through 12 games, Soderberg ranks second in the nation with a .963 saves percentage and a 0.94 goals against average

February 7, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD women’s hockey goaltender Emma Soderberg has been named to the 2020-21 Women’s Hockey Goalie of the Year Award “Watch List.” This will be the first year that the award will be presented, recognizing the top female goalie in NCAA Division I. The award will join the National Rookie of the Year award and Patty Kazmaier Award,…

NCAA Division II Plans to Hold Winter Championships

The announcement comes just days after the NCAA Division III announced they will not be holding winter championships.

February 7, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The Division II Management Council and Presidents Council announced on Friday that they affirmed plans to host all seven winter championships. The council adjusted regional alignments for men’s and women’s basketball, and also moved the women’s basketball championship to Columbus, Ohio. Leading up the NCAA championships, the NSIC will hold winter championships as well. The conference indoor…

UMD Men’s Hockey Defeats Miami to Sweep Season Series

Cole Koepke finished the weekend with four goals while Kobe Roth scored three times during the two-game series.

February 6, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Cole Koepke would score the game-winner as the No. 5 Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team got the 3-1 win over Miami (OH) to sweep the weekend series. The Bulldogs also sweep the six-game regular season series over the RedHawks. Nick Swaney and Kobe Roth (empty-net) also scored for the Bulldogs, while Zach Stejskal made 30 saves. Koepke…

UMD Men’s Basketball Sweeps Minnesota Crookson in Regular Season Home Finale

Charlie Katona led the Bulldogs with 22 points while Joshua Brown chipped in with 19 points and Austin Andrews had 15 points and seven rebounds.

February 6, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team continued to dominate on Saturday, getting the 84-45 win over Minnesota Crookston to sweep the weekend series. Charlie Katona led the Bulldogs with 22 points while Joshua Brown chipped in with 19 points and Austin Andrews had 15 points and seven rebounds. UMD finished the night shooting just under 59 percent from…

UWS, CSS Women’s Basketball Fall at Home

Local rookies played well for their respective teams on Saturday, as Hermantown's Bryton Kukowski led the Yellowjackets with 10 points while Proctor's Liz Frase led the Saints with 10 points.

February 6, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – In a rematch of last season’s UMAC title game in women’s basketball, Bethany Lutheran once again came out on top, getting the 79-60 road win over Wisconsin-Superior. Hermantown’s Bryton Kukowski led the Yellowjackets with 10 points in her first collegiate start while Miranda Broberg chipped in with nine points and Ellie Leadstrom had eight points. The Yellowjackets…

Coaches Corner: Curt Wiese

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

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, UMD head football coach Curt Wiese recaps National Signing Day for the Bulldogs program. UMD signed 27 players this past week, including Mesabi East running back Gavin Skelton. Wiese also announced that the Bulldogs will not be playing regular season games this spring. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University…

Koepke Nets Hat Trick, UMD Men’s Hockey Dominates Offensively in Win Over Miami

Kobe Roth finished with two goals while Jackson Cates recorded five assists, which is just one point short of tying the school record.

February 5, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Cole Koepke would net a hat trick as the No. 5 Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team got the 8-1 win over Miami on Friday night to open the weekend series. Kobe Roth finished with two goals, while Blake Biondi, Koby Bender and Nick Swaney each scored once. Jackson Cates recorded five assists, which is just one point…

Northwestern’s Titus Graden Signs NLI to Join Upper Iowa Football

Graden wrapped up his career at Northwestern picking up Heart O' North all-conference honors as one of the best players on the Tigers defense.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – Northwestern’s Titus Graden signed his National Letter of Intent Friday to play football at Upper Iowa. Graden said playing at a high level for the Tigers makes him feel prepared for the college level and he already feels at home within the Peacocks program. “They’re really, really good at talking to you and making sure that you’re…

UMD Men’s Basketball Snap Five-Game Skid with Win Over Minnesota Crookston

Freshman forward Charlie Katona led the way with 26 points and nine rebounds.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Freshman forward Charlie Katona led the way with 26 points and nine rebounds as the UMD men’s basketball team defeated Minnesota Crookston 81-65 Friday night at Romano Gym. Sophomore Drew Blair chipped in with 22 points as the Bulldogs snapped a five-game losing streak. They’ll aim for the sweep Saturday. Tip-off is set for 4 p.m. Categories:…

UWS Men’s Hockey Power Past Northland College, Improve to 2-0

Dylan Johnson and Coltyn Bates each scored twice for the Yellowjackets

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s hockey team would follow up a four-goal first period with a three-goal second period as they powered past Northland College 7-1 Friday night at Wessman Arena. Dylan Johnson and Coltyn Bates each scored twice for the Yellowjackets, while Artur Terchiyev, Ty Proffitt and Pavel Mikhasenok also got the board for UWS. Cameron Coutre scored…

Hermantown’s Jackson Savre Signs NLI for Concordia-St. Paul Football Team

Savre was a team captain for the Hawks and was an all-section and all-conference selection.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Thursday, Hermantown’s Jackson Savre signed his National Letter of Intent to join the Concordia-St. Paul football team. Savre was a team captain for the Hawks and was an all-section and all-conference selection. He was also selected as the Northeast Red District Lineman of the Year, leading the way for Hermantown’s potent running attack this past season. Categories:…

UMD Women’s Basketball Prepare for Final Road Trip of the Regular Season

Friday's game tips off at 5:30 p.m. while Saturday's begins at 1:30 p.m.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team will be on the road for the final time in the regular season as they will battle Minnesota Crookston. It’s also just their second road trip of the entire season due to COVID cancellations, which makes the series that much more exciting. “I think our players look at road trips as like…

UMD Men’s Basketball Not Looking for Moral Victories

The Bulldogs will be back at Romano Gym beginning Friday night against Minnesota Crookston.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team are in a tough slump right now after playing the top two teams in the NSIC in back-to-back weeks. One positive from both weekends has been the fact that the Bulldogs seem to play better on the second night, especially last weekend against Northern State. “We come out Friday not as hard….

UMD Men’s Hockey To Face Miami for Second Straight Weekend

Puck drop for Friday night's game is set for just after 6 p.m.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team return home this weekend for a match-up against Miami. The next two games will be the fifth and sixth times the Bulldogs will face the Red Hawks so far this season. Head coach Scott Sandelin says the game plan won’t change much. “Doesn’t make it any easier. I know that for sure….

UMD Football Will Not Play Games During Spring Season

Wiese added that there's a chance his team could play scrimmages this spring against outside opponents.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD head football coach Curt Wiese revealed during Wednesday’s National Signing Day press conference that the Bulldogs will not play any games this spring. Wiese says the program feels the cons outweigh the pros when it comes to mapping out a regular season schedule within the NSIC. “If you play one or two games and you put…

NCAA Cancels Division III Winter Sports Championships

This marks the second straight year that winter sports championships won't be decided on the Division III level.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The NCAA announced this week that due to low participation numbers among member schools, the Division III winter championships will be cancelled for the 2020-2021 academic year. This includes men’s and women’s hockey, basketball and indoor track and field. This marks the second straight year that winter sports championships won’t be decided on the Division III level….

Mesabi East’s Gavin Skelton Signs NLI for UMD Football Team

Skelton says there were two things that sold him on UMD: the short distance from home, as well as the team's coaching staff.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team had just one Northland recruit in their 2021 class as Mesabi East’s Gavin Skelton signed his National Letter of Intent to join UMD. Skelton says there were two things that sold him on UMD: the short distance from home, as well as the team’s coaching staff. “They were really pushing. I was getting…

Head Coach Curt Wiese Recaps UMD Football’s National Signing Day

The Bulldogs' 2021 recruiting class was heavy on cornerbacks and offensive lineman with six each.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team announced Wednesday that 27 young men from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and Nevada are now officially future Bulldogs. Head coach Curt Wiese says the team did run into some issues when it came to on-campus visits during the pandemic. But his coaching staff found other ways to get in contact with their recruits. “I…

CSS Men’s Hockey Drop Home Opener to Saint John’s

Sophomore forward Tyler Hinterser and junior defenseman Jon Hansen each scored in the first period in the losing effort as the Saints drop to 0-2 on the season.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 4-0 first period hole was too deep to dig out of as the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team dropped their home opener 5-2 Wednesday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. Sophomore forward Tyler Hinterser and junior defenseman Jon Hansen each scored in the first period in the losing effort as the Saints drop to 0-2 on the…

UMD’s Maura Crowell Talks Changes to WCHA’s Final Faceoff Tournament

The top four teams based on points percentage will play for the championship on March 6th and 7th at Ridder Arena in Minneapolis.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The WCHA announced this week that for this season’s women’s Final Faceoff tournament, there will not be a first round. Therefore, the top four teams based on points percentage will play for the championship on March 6th and 7th at Ridder Arena in Minneapolis. UMD head coach Maura Crowell gave her reaction to the announcement saying this…

Duluth Denfeld’s Keyshawn Beckom Signs NLI for Mesabi Range College Football

This is the second straight year Denfeld has had a commit sign with Mesabi Range as Beckom joins Nico Roberts.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday, Duluth Denfeld’s Keyshawn Beckom signed his National Letter of Intent to join the Mesabi Range football team. This past season, Beckom made a huge impact for the Hunters, most notably in a game against Hibbing where he scored six total touchdowns. Beckom talked about why he’s joining the Norsemen, besides the fact that he gets to…

UWS Men’s Hockey Looks Back at Success in Exhibition Games

In Friday's win over Northland College, seven different players scored a goal and 15 skaters recorded at least one point.

February 2, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Last week, the UW-Superior men’s hockey team played a pair of exhibition games against Northland College to get ready for the start of the regular season. And they brought the juice, especially on Friday night. Seven different players scored a goal in that game and 15 skaters recorded at least one point. The goal of both games…

UMD Women’s Basketball Debuts at #6 in First WBCA Poll

The last time UMD was on the list was March 9th, 2005.

February 2, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team debut at number six in the first DII national poll released by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association. The Bulldogs are currently 5-0 after sweeping Northern State this past weekend and are the only NSIC team to be ranked in the poll. The last time UMD was on the list was March 9th,…

Depth, Experience Key for CSS Men’s Basketball’s Strong Start

The Saints will look to stay undefeated as they take on Northwestern on Saturday in a rematch of last year's UMAC championship game.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. The St. Scholastica men’s basketball team are off to a great start to their season Picking up wins in their first two games. The Saints have just one senior on the team, forward Jarod Wilken. As for the rest of the squad, some have played major minutes, including in the past two UMAC championship games. “A lot of…

Fan Voting Open for 2021 Hobey Baker Award, UMD Nominates Cates, Koepke, Swaney

The first round of voting ends March 8th.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fan voting is officially open for the 2021 Hobey Baker Award. The UMD men’s hockey team have three nominees to choose from: team captain Noah Cates, Hermantown native Cole Koepke and forward Nick Swaney. Cates and Koepke are second and third on the team in total points, respectively, while Swaney leads the way with 21, which is…

UWS Men’s Basketball Postpones Third Consecutive Game

The Yellowjackets announced this week that Thursday's game against Northwestern has been postponed due to COVID-19 protocols.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The waiting game continues for the UWS men’s basketball team. The Yellowjackets announced this week that Thursday’s game against Northwestern has been postponed due to COVID-19 protocols. This is the third straight game that UWS has had to postpone to start the season. The ‘Jackets now turn their attention to hopefully opening their season on Saturday at…

UMD Women’s Hockey Forward Gabbie Hughes Joins 100 Point Club

Hughes is just the eighth player in UMD history to reach the milestone in 80 games or less.

January 31, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Saturday, UMD women’s hockey forward Gabbie Hughes recorded a goal and an assist, giving her 100 points for her career, becoming the 21st player in program history to hit that mark. She’s also just the eighth player in UMD history to reach it in 80 games or less. But Hughes credits her teammates and the program…

Huseby Records First Shutout of Season, Saints Women’s Hockey Wins Home Opener

Lori Huseby made 34 saves while Kayla Kasel, Rachel Anderson and Emily Sabol all scored.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lori Huseby made 34 saves while recording her first shutout of the season, as the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team got the 3-0 win over Augsburg to win their home opener. Kayla Kasel, Rachel Anderson and Emily Sabol all scored for the Saints. St. Scholastica improves to 2-0 on the young season and is scheduled to play…

Soderberg Records Fifth Shutout of Season, UMD Women’s Hockey Sweeps St. Cloud State

Gabbie Hughes recorded a goal and an assist in the win, becoming the 21st player in program history to score 100 career points.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Emma Soderberg made 24 saves for her fifth shutout of the season as the No. 6 Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team got the 6-0 win over St. Cloud State to sweep the weekend series. It was a historic night for junior Gabbie Hughes, as she recorded a goal and assist, becoming the 21st player in program history…

UMD Women’s Basketball Hangs on to Sweep Northern State

Brooke Olson led the way with 15 points as the Bulldogs extend their home winning streak to 26 games.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnestoa Duluth women’s basketball team battled back and forth all night then hung on late to get the 67-64 win over Northern State to sweep the weekend series and stay undefeated on the season. Brooke Olson led the way with 15 points while Maesyn Thiesen finished with 14 points and Ann Simonet scored 10 points. UMD…

UMD Men’s Hockey Tops Miami, Sweeps Road Series

Cole Koepke scored twice while Jackson Cates, Nick Swaney, Quinn Olson and Luke Loheit each scored once.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

MIAMI, Ohio – Cole Koepke scored twice as the No. 6 Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team got the 6-3 win over Miami (OH) to sweep the weekend series. Jackson Cates, Nick Swaney, Quinn Olson and Luke Loheit each scored once for the Bulldogs while Jesse Jacques finished with two assists. Ryan Fanti finished with 32 saves. UMD improves to 10-5-2…

Coaches Corner: Zach Otto-Fisher

For this week's segment, we catch up with the head coach of the UWS women's basketball team.

January 29, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from UWS women’s basketball coach Zach Otto-Fisher as the Yellowjackets opened their season Wednesday with a win over Northland College. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Second-Half Surge Pushes UMD Women’s Basketball Past Northern State

Junior Brooke Olson led the way with 18 points, while freshman Ella Gilbertson scored 16 points off the bench.

January 29, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A big fourth quarter would be the difference as the UMD women’s basketball team held off Northern State 61-55 Friday night at Romano Gym. Junior Brooke Olson led the way with 18 points, while freshman Ella Gilbertson scored 16 points off the bench to help the Bulldogs stay undefeated at 4-0. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports,…

UMD Women’s Hockey Knock Off St. Cloud State at Home

Senior forward Anna Klein is now tied for third in the nation with eight goals.

January 29, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A shorthanded goal in the first period from assistant captain Anna Klein would spark the UMD women’s hockey team as they defeated St. Cloud State 4-1 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Anneke Linser, Gabbie Hughes and Clara Van Wieren also scored for UMD, while Emma Soderberg finished with 20 saves. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University…

UMD Men’s Hockey Pick Up Road Win Over Miami, Sandelin Earns 400th Career Coaching Victory

Forwards Cole Koepke and Quinn Olson each scored for the Bulldogs.

January 29, 2021

Sam Ali,

OXFORD, Ohio – Forwards Cole Koepke and Quinn Olson each scored for the UMD men’s hockey team as they held off Miami 2-1 Friday night at the Goggin Ice Center. Ryant Fanti finished with 14 saves as head coach Scott Sandelin earned his 400th career coaching win. The Bulldogs will look for the sweep on Saturday. Categories: College, Friday Night…

Hibbing’s Mayson Brown Commits to Bay College Men’s Basketball

Through three games this season, Brown is averaging just over 10 points per game for the Bluejackets.

January 29, 2021

Sam Ali,

HIBBING, Minn. – Hibbing’s Mayson Brown announced this week that he has committed to joining the Bay College men’s basketball team. Through three games this season, Brown is averaging just over 10 points per game for the Bluejackets. Last season, that number was at over 16 per game. Brown is also a member of the Playmakers North travel basketball team….

Virginia’s Lexiss Trygg Signs NLI for Jamestown Women’s Basketball

Trygg has been a key member of the Blue Devils who are currently 5-0 on the season.

January 29, 2021

Sam Ali,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – Virginia’s Lexiss Trygg has signed her National Letter of Intent to join the women’s basketball team at the University of Jamestown. Trygg has been a key member of the Blue Devils who are currently 5-0 on the season. Trygg is also part of the Starks Elite travel basketball team. Categories: College, High School, Sports

UMD Women’s Hockey Becoming WCHA’s Best Defensive Team

The Bulldogs return home this weekend as they host St. Cloud State. Puck drop is set for just after 6 p.m.

January 28, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team are seeing a shift in their identity in the past few weeks. What started out as the highest scoring team in the country has turned into one of the stingiest. The Bulldogs are now the best defense in the WCHA and rank 3rd in the nation. “I think that we do have…

UMD Men’s Basketball Ready for Toughest Test Yet In Second-Ranked Northern State

Tip-off for Friday night's game is set for 7 p.m.

January 28, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Last weekend, the UMD men’s basketball team took a pair on the chin as they were swept at home by MSU-Moorhead. And for this young Bulldogs team, it served as a wake-up call after a great start to the season. “I think the biggest takeaway would be that there’s no easy games. This is the top conference…

UMD Women’s Basketball Using Downtime to Build Chemistry Off The Court

Instead of playing games, the Bulldogs spent the weekend playing dodgeball and going to the movies.

January 27, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team are coming off another idle weekend due to COVID protocols. However, the Bulldogs were able to get together and instead of playing games, used their downtime to build their chemistry off the court. “We ended up making it a good weekend. We played dodgeball on Saturday, which was hilarious because we blindfolded…

UWS Women’s Basketball Open Season with Home Win Over Northland College

Superior native Ellie Leadstrom led all scorers with 22 points.

January 27, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Senior guard Ellie Leadstrom finished with a game-high 22 points as the UWS women’s basketball team earned a non-conference win over Northland College 88-59 Wednesday night at the Mertz Mortorelli Gym. The Yellowjackets also got 19 points from Kaija Davies and 16 points from Kaelyn Christian. The LumberJills were paced by Miranda Wagner and Raniya White, who…