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Saints Men’s Hockey Wins Sixth Straight

Cole Golka scored twice in the win.

DULUTH, Minn. – No. 15 St. Scholastica men’s hockey team continued to roll as it defeated Saint John’s 4-1 on Saturday night. Nolan Ross and Kyle Star each scored while Cole Golka scored twice. Nick Trenciansky made 30 saves in the win. The Saints push their unbeaten streak to nine and will be back in action on Dec. 15 hosting…

Bulldog Men Lose Heartbreaker, Bulldog Women Win Shootout

The UMD men's hockey team is stunned by WMU, while the women get a shootout win over MSU-Mankato.

DULUTH, Minn. – Colt Conrad scored with 9.9 seconds left as Western Michigan upsets Minnesota Duluth 3-2 Friday night at the Lawson Ice Arena. Jesse Jacques and Justin Richards scored for UMD, while Hunter Shepard finished with 20 saves. As for the UMD women, Ryleigh Houston and Anna Klein scored in regulation, but the Bulldogs needed overtime to knock off…

Yellowjackets Women’s Hockey Dominate Lions

Kaleigh Martinson scored twice while Catherine Johnson made 17 saves in the shutout.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – It would take a bit for the offense to get rolling, but in the second period, the Wisconsin-Superior women’s hockey team heated up to get the 7-0 win over Finlandia. Kaleigh Martinson scored twice while C.C. Hayes, Amber Heidenreich, Lauren Niska, Molly Shelton and Rachel Garland all scored. Catherine Johnson made 17 saves. UWS and Finlandia will…

UMD Men’s Hockey Look to Tame the Broncos Before Winter Break

The Bulldogs have been dominant recently in their series against Western Michigan.

DULUTH, Minn. – 2018 is wrapping up quickly and that means the winter break is right around the corner for college hockey. For the UMD men’s team, they’ll spend this weekend away from Amsoil Arena as they travel to Western Michigan. The last time these two teams met was the first round of the NCHC playoffs where UMD swept the…

Last Series of 2018 for UMD Women’s Hockey Team

The Bulldogs welcome the Mavericks to Amsoil Arena this weekend.

DULUTH, Minn. – In women’s college hockey, Minnesota Duluth will play their final series of the year at home against Minnesota State-Mankato. The Bulldogs swept the Mavericks last season and have won 13 of the last 14 meetings. UMD is coming off a bye which they used to tighten up the game plan going into this weekend’s series. “We’re definitely…

‘Jackets Women, Saints Men Open UMAC Play with Border Battle Win

The UWS women's and CSS men's basketball teams each got wins Wednesday night.

DULUTH, Minn. – Hannah Norlin finished with 19 points and 10 rebounds as the Wisconsin-Superior women’s basketball team knocked off St. Scholastica 74-52 Wednesday night at the Reif Gym. Eva Reinertsen chipped in with 14 points for the Yellojackets, who improve to 6-1 on the season. Michala Walther scored 13 for the Saints, who fall to 0-5. In the men’s…

Trio of Bulldogs Make U.S. National Junior Team Preliminary Roster

Minnesota Duluth tied Wisconsin for the most players on the preliminary roster.

DULUTH, Minn. – Three UMD men’s hockey players were named to the U.S. National Junior team’s preliminary roster. They are sophomore defensemen Mikey Anderson and Dylan Samberg, as well as freshman left winger Noah Cates. The trio will audition for a spot on the 23-man roster that will skate for Team USA at the 2019 World Junior Championships taking place…

Superior Native Hailey Kontny Returns to Coach Spartans

The former UWS star will now coach the Superior girls JV basketball team.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Hailey Kontny always knew exactly what she wanted to do when her illustrious career came to an end at the University of Wisconsin-Superior: she wanted to get into coaching. Kontny is officially going down that path as she now serves as the JV coach of the Spartans girls basketball team. The former three-time UMAC Player of the…

UMD’s Matt Juneau Earns All-American Honors

Juneau is the seventh Bulldog in the past eleven seasons to earn an All-American distinction.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD offensive tackle Matt Juneau has been named to the AFCA Division II All-American second team. The Brooklyn Park, MN native has made 44 consecutive starts dating back to his freshman year. The senior anchored an offensive line that helped the Bulldogs score 43 points per game, ninth most in the country. Juneau is the seventh Bulldog…

UMAC Men’s Basketball Play Opens With Border Battle Between Saints, Yellowjackets

The St. Scholastica and Wisconsin-Superior men's basketball teams will meet Wednesday night.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica and Wisconsin-Superior men’s basketball teams will open conference play against each other Wednesday night at the Reif Gym. For the Yellowjackets, it’s a chance to snap a six–game losing streak against their biggest rivals in the conference. “They’re going to be a good team, coming off a good win. It’s going to be a…

Saints Men’s Hockey Enter National Rankings

The St. Scholastica men's hockey team are ranked in the national D3 polls for the first time this season.

DULUTH, Minn. – Just one month into his tenure, St. Scholastica men’s hockey coach Tim Madsen has the Saints getting some national recognition. This week, CSS comes in at #15 in the USCHO Division III poll. This following a huge upset Friday against then fourth–ranked Adrian. When asked about the news, the team says they are honored, but not satisfied…

‘Jackets Hannah Norlin Named National D3 Player of the Week

The senior forward earns the honor after being named UMAC Player of the Week for the third straight time.

ST. LOUIS, Miss. – The awards keep rolling in for Wisconsin-Superior forward Hannah Norlin. Tuesday, the senior was named the Division III women’s basketball National Player of the Week by the U.S. Basketball Writers Association. The Litchfield, MN native averaged just over 20 points and eight rebounds in three games last week. That includes a 21-point, five-rebound, five-block and two-steal…

Saints, Yellowjackets Women’s Basketball Set to Open UMAC Play Against Each Other

The St. Scholastica and Wisconsin-Superior women's basketball teams will face off Wednesday night.

DULUTH, Minn. – Both the St. Scholastica and Wisconsin-Superior women’s basketball teams will begin UMAC play on Wednesday. And that game will be against each other. Let’s start with the Saints who need a win in the worst way as they are 0–4 on the young season. But when it comes to this rivalry, it will be added motivation to…

Bulldogs Talk Upset Over Huskies, Myer Named NSIC POTW

The UMD men's basketball team are coming off a big upset of 13th ranked St. Cloud State.

DULUTH, Minn. – What a weekend it was for the UMD men’s basketball team. After finishing their non–conference schedule with a 3–1 record, the Bulldogs traveled to St. Cloud State to take on the 13th-ranked Huskies. UMD topped SCSU 91–81 which was the program’s first win over a ranked opponent in nearly three years. It was also UMD’s third win…

Northern Star: Alexia Klaas

For this week's segment, we talk to the St. Scholastica women's hockey senior captain who said her family on and off the ice has made her the player she is.

DULUTH, Minn. – After transferring from Minnesota Duluth after her freshman year, Alexia Klaas has been a key part of the St. Scholastica women’s hockey program for the past three years. The senior is currently tied for the most goals on the team and is second with 12 points, and has helped lead the Saints to a 7-3-1 record. But…

IceHawks Men’s Basketball Dominate, Women Fall in Home Openers

The Lake Superior men dominated the home opener the entire game, winning 87-36.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior College basketball programs held their first ever home openers on Saturday, with both teams taking on Gogebic. The IceHawks men came out on top with the 87-36 win while the women fell by a final score of 79-60. Lake Superior men (2-1) will take on Ridgewater Community College on Friday, Dec. 7 at Ordean…

Bulldogs Hockey Falls to Fighting Hawks, Split Weekend Series

Tanner Laderoute scored the only goal for Minnesota Duluth in the loss.

DULUTH, Minn. – The University of North Dakota men’s hockey team jumped out to an early lead in the first period and that would be the difference as the Fighting Hawks got the 2-1 win over Minnesota Duluth on Saturday night to split the series. Tanner Laderoute scored the lone goal for the Bulldogs while Hunter Shepard made 28 saves….

Coaches Corner: Lake Superior College Women’s Basketball

This week's segment features the first-year women's basketball program at LSC.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with the Lake Superior College women’s basketball team, including head coach Adam Johnson and players Carly Hansen and Kalley Rustad. The program is in its first year of existence as they get set for their home opener Saturday night against Gogebic Community College. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Strong Second Period Pushes Bulldogs Past Fighting Hawks

The UMD men's hockey team scored four goals in the second period to top North Dakota 5-0.

DULUTH, Minn. – Kobe Roth scored twice and Hunter Shepard locked down his school-record 10th career shutout as the second-ranked Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team knocked off 14th-ranked North Dakota 5-0 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Tanner Laderoute, Mikey Anderson and Parker Mackay also score for the Bulldogs, who improve to 10-2-1 on the season. The teams will meet Saturday…

Saints Women Blast Green Knights; Saints Men Upset Fourth-Ranked Adrian

Both St. Scholastica teams picked up big wins at home on Friday night.

DULUTH, Minn. – It was a big night for the St. Scholastica hockey teams, as the women dominated St. Norbert while the men upset No. 4 Adrian. The St. Scholastica women dominated St. Norbert, jumping out to a 4-0 lead at the end of the first period. Greta Nundahl, Alexia Klaas, Courtney Bloemke, Sam Gorecki, Rachel Anderson and Paige Forsman…

Yellowjackets Hockey Ends in Tie Against Blue Devils

Pavel Mikhasenok scored the only goal for the Yellowjackets.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Superior men’s hockey team opened WIAC play Friday night against UW-Stout, but the Yellowjackets were unable to pick up the win, as the game ended in a 1-1 tie. The Blue Devils got on the board late in the first period and that would be the only goal of the game until the third….

Ice Hawks Men’s Basketball Excited for First-Ever Home Opener

The Lake Superior College men's basketball team will host their first home game on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn. – “If you build it, they will come.” It’s a famous line from the movie “Field of Dreams”, and it’s also what Lake Superior College thought when they wanted to create a men’s basketball team. And this weekend, history will be made for the Ice Hawks as they will hold their first-ever home opener. It’s been a long…

Consistency The Key for ‘Jackets Men’s Hockey Team

The Wisconsin-Superior men's hockey team are in the middle of a three-game homestand at Wessman Arena.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – After suffering a five-game losing streak early in the season, the Wisconsin-Superior men’s hockey team have won two of their last three games. But don’t let their record fool you, as UWS has outshot their opponents by a wide margin, leaving a lot of room for improvement in the win column. “We try to stay positive and…

Bulldogs to Face Fighting Hawks in NCHC Playoff Rematch

The last time UMD faced North Dakota, they lost in the NCHC Frozen Faceoff third-place game.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team will be back at Amsoil Friday night taking on longtime rivals North Dakota. Last season, it was the Fighting Hawks that beat the Bulldogs in the NCHC Frozen Faceoff third-place game. So this rivalry will be taken up a notch for this upcoming weekend. “It was a point during our season…

‘Jackets Women Win Home Opener, Men Drop Fifth Straight

The Wisconsin-Superior women's basketball team got their fourth win of the season over St. Benedict.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Senior forward Hannah Norlin scored her 1,000th career point as the Wisconsin-Superior women’s basketball got their first home win of the season 77-52 over St. Benedict Wednesday night at the Mertz Mortorelli Gym. Norlin finished with 19 points and 13 rebounds to help the Yellowjackets improve to 4-1. And in the men’s game, UWS fell to UW-Eau…

Saints Hockey Ready to Clash with Fourth-Ranked Bulldogs

The St. Scholastica men's hockey team will face their toughest test this Friday night.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica men’s hockey team are off to a great start with their first-year coach Tim Madsen. After defeating Hamline, the Saints extended their unbeaten streak to five games. And that streak will be put to the test Friday as CSS will face their stiffest test this season taking on fourth-ranked Adrian. The Bulldogs are 8–2…

Yellowjackets Women’s Basketball Ready for Home Opener

After a six game road trip, Wisconsin-Superior will host Saint Benedict Wednesday at 5 p.m.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Superior women’s basketball team is finally back at home Wednesday night. The Yellowjacekts opened the season on a six game road trip, including two exhibitions on the road, and they’re ready to finally put on their white jerseys and be in front of their home crowd. “It’s just a whole different environment. It’s nice…

Saints Basketball Picks Up First Win of Season

St. Scholastica took down Concordia in its home opener.

DULUTH, Minn. – Home is where the heart is for the St. Scholastica men’s basketball team as the Saints picked up their first win of the season in their home opener, taking down Concordia (Minn.) 72-56. The Saints started off slow but kept things close against the Cobbers early. Quinn Fischer made a three-pointer as time was winding down in…

Yellowjackets Men’s Hockey Wins Big Over Lumberjacks

Six different Wisconsin-Superior players scored in the win .

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Wisconsin-Superior men’s hockey team scored early and often to get the 6-3 win over Northland College on Saturday night. The Yellowjackets led the entire game and scored two goals in each period. Troy York, Will Blake, Chad Lopez, Jordan Martin, Andrew Durham and Artur Terchiyev all scored in the win while A.J. Smith made 22 saves….

Coaches Corner: UWS Men’s Basketball

For this week's Coaches Corner, we talk with the UWS men's basketball team.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we welcome the Wisconsin-Superior men’s basketball team, including head coach Greg Polkowski, as well as junior guard Mac Reykdal and senior guard Montroy Scott. The team talked about the youth movement on their team and how they’ll use the non-conference schedule to get ready for UMAC play. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy,…

Despite Late Rally, Yellowjacket Men Fall to Falcons

The Wisconsin-Superior men's basketball team fell to UW-River Falls 75-55.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The Wisconsin-Superior men’s basketball team would rally late, but it wouldn’t be enough as they fall to UW-River Falls 75-55 Wednesday night at the Mertz Mortorelli Gym. That is the Yellowjackets’ fourth straight loss as they fall to 1-4 on the season. They will be back at home next Wednesday to take on UW-Eau Claire. Categories: College,…

Saints Top Yellowjackets in Men’s Hockey Border Battle

The St. Scholastica men's hockey got a goal in each period as they beat Wisconsin-Superior 3-1.

DULUTH, Minn. – Dustin Cordeiro scored twice as the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team knocked off Wisconsin-Superior 3-1 Tuesday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. Sam Fuss scored the other goal for the Saints, who improve to 3-1-1 on the season. Andrew Durham scored the lone goal for the Yellowjackets, who fall to 2-6-1. Categories: College, Sports

Spartans’ Maddy Stariha Commits to UMD Softball

The Superior pitcher is taking her talents to UMD next fall.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Back in February, Superior softball standout Maddy Stariha made a verbal commitment to Binghamton University in New York. Fast forward to National Signing Day, and she had a change of heart which her friends and family are happy about. Stariha signed her National Letter of Intent to go across the bridge and play softball at UMD next…

UMD Offers Open Water Scuba Diving Course

Upon course completion students qualify for open water certification.

DULUTH, Minn.- The university is offering open water scuba diving courses throughout the semester. The course is $150 for four three-hour-long pool sessions, text material and scuba gear. It covers the basics of scuba diving and upon successful completion students qualify for open water certification. “It does give a well rounded background for the students. Also Sunday is their off time so if…

Big Second Half Gives Bulldogs Basketball Win in Non-Conference Finale

Minnesota Duluth erased an early 12-point deficit to come out on top.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth men’s basketball team overcame a 12-point deficit in the first half to top Michigan Tech 61-56 on Sunday to round out non-conference play. The Bulldogs scored 39 points in the second half, shooting 40 percent from the field to come out with the win. Brandon Myer led all scorers with 27 points while he…

Saints Women’s Hockey Swept By No. 6 Bulldogs

St. Scholastica fell one short in Saturday's contest.

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica and No. 6 Adrian went back-and-fourth for the first two periods but in the end, the Saints couldn’t get it done as the Bulldogs win it, 4-3, and sweep the weekend series. Amber Tilander, Rachel Anderson and Alexia Klaas scored for the Saints. The Saints will play at Gustavus Adolphus on Tuesday. Categories: College, Sports

Bulldogs Football Falls to Lions in First Round of NCAA Tournament

Minnesota Duluth couldn't contain the reigning national champions.

DULUTH, Minn. – It would be another slow start for the Minnesota Duluth football team, but this time the Bulldogs couldn’t overcome it, as Texas A&M University-Commerce got the 33-17 win, ending the Bulldogs season. Mike Rybarczyk completed nine passes for 67 yards, while backup quarterback Ben Everhart also saw some action, complete 10 passes for 79 yards. The Bulldogs…

Saints Women’s Hockey Suffer First Loss of Season to No. 6 Bulldogs

No. 6 Adrian jumped out to an early lead and St. Scholastica couldn't catch up.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica women’s hockey team fell into an early hole and couldn’t climb out as No. 6 Adrian handed the Saints their first loss of the season, getting the 5-3 win on Friday night. The Bulldogs jumped out to a 2-1 lead at the end of the first period, and continued to grow their lead in…

Bulldog Women’s Hockey Fall on the Road to Buckeyes

Ohio State scored three unanswered goals to get the win over UMD.

COLUMBUS, Ohio – After a Jalyn Elmes power play goal in the first, the Ohio State women’s hockey team would score three unanswered goals as they beat UMD 3–1 Friday night at the Schottenstein Center. Maddie Rooney finished with 42 saves for the Bulldogs, who will face the Buckeyes Saturday afternoon at one o’clock to wrap up the series. Categories:…

Washburn Eliminates UMD Volleyball in Second Round Upset

The Ichabods swept the Bulldogs in the second round of the NCAA tournament.

KEARNEY, Neb. – In a result that few people saw coming, third-seed Washburn swept second-seed Minnesota Duluth 3-0 in the second round of the NCAA Division II volleyball tournament on Friday night. Kate Berg led UMD with 10 kills, while Emily Torve chipped in with 38 assists. The Bulldogs end their season with a 28–6 record. Categories: College, Sports, University…

Bulldogs Basketball Tramples Yellowjackets in Exhibition Play

Minnesota Duluth defeats Wisconsin Superior in a basketball border battle.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Minnesota Duluth dominated Wisconsin Superior 85-45 in an exhibition game. Brandon Meyer lead the Bulldogs in points with 16 while Ronny Galvan lead the Yellowjackets with 11. UMD now prepares for Sunday’s game against Michigan Tech. UWS looks ahead to Saturday when they will travel to Marian. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Saints Women’s Basketball Get Ready For Season Opener

CSS put in work before heading to UW-Oshkosh.

DULUTH, Minn.- CSS women’s team is getting ready for their season opener against UW–Oshkosh. One of the major things that sticks out about this group is their size, or lack thereof. But what they may lack in height they make up for in speed. “A couple six footers but we’re definitely more trackster bodies. We’re definitely going to utilize our fast…

Bulldog Hockey Looks to Extend Win Streak to 9

Minnesota Duluth travels to Denver for weekend series.

DULUTH, Minn.- Despite starting off the season with a tie and loss to Minnesota it is looking like the reigning national champions have found their groove. The Bulldogs are on an 8 game win streak after taking down Colorado College. But the true test comes this weekend when UMD takes on No. 7 Denver who has quite a bit of depth. “It…

Can the Saints go 6-0?

CSS Women's hockey prepares for upcoming series against Adrian.

DULUTH, Minn.- The saints are currently undefeated with 5 wins and a tie so far this season. The goal is to keep that win streak alive against the upcoming series against Adrian. “I think they’re very similar to us. They’ve had a similar start. They have a very similar record. Their special teams are similar to ours. It’s going to be…

Hayes Records Hat Trick, Yellowjackets Defeat Lumber Jills

CC Hayes completed her first career hat trick.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – CC Hayes completed her first career hat trick as the Wisconsin-Superior women’s hockey team got the 4-1 win over Northland College on Tuesday night. Northland got on the board first with an early goal, but it would be all UWS after. Hayes scored once in the second and twice in the third period, while Myka Sutherland was…

Bulldogs Basketball Split Doubleheader Against Wildcats

The Minnesota Duluth women's basketball team got the win in its season opener.

MARQUETTE, Mich. – The Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team got its first win of the season while the men’s basketball team suffered its first loss of the year as the UMD basketball teams split the doubleheader against Northern Michigan. The women’s team jumped out to an early lead as the Bulldogs got the 51-45 win in their season opener. Emma…

Regular Season Around the Corner for Saints Men’s Basketball

The CSS men's basketball team will take part in the Loras Tournament to open their regular season.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica men’s basketball team are getting set to open their regular season with the Loras Tournament in Dubuque, Iowa, starting Friday night. The Saints are coming off a rough exhibition loss to UMD, but they say the game plan is to come out with a lot more energy for the season opener. “Coach always talks…

Bulldogs Football Hope Weather Adds to Home Field Advantage

The UMD football team will be taking on Texas A&M-Commerce.

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend, the UMD football team is hoping the weather will play a big factor as they will host their first playoff game since 2014. The Bulldogs will take on the defending national champs Texas A&M-Commerce for the first time ever. The first part of Tuesday’s practice was held inside Romano Gym due to the temperatures outside….

Bulldogs Draw Central Missouri in NCAA Volleyball Tournament

The UMD volleyball team will take on Central Missouri for the first time since 2012.

DULUTH, Minn. – We’ve all known for a while now that the UMD volleyball team would make it to the NCAA tournament. The question has always been: who would they face? And Sunday night, the Bulldogs found out who their opponent will be. UMD nabbed the #2 seed in the Central region and will take on 7th seed Central Missouri….