University of Minnesota – Duluth

Aaron Pionk
High School, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown Hockey Standout Aaron Pionk Soaking Up NHL Draft Experience

Pionk says he's spoken to seven organizations at the combine and has had others team reach out after the fact.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Hermantown hockey standout Aaron Pionk is set to experience a childhood dream. And that’s hear his name called at the NHL draft in the coming days. Over the past year, the former Hawk forward now turned defenseman, started to see interest from NHL teams at his USHSL games as well as the combine. He says he’s spoken to…

Nhl Draft Prospects
High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Pionk & Hanson Hope to Hear Name Called in 2023 NHL Draft

Both players spent last season in the USHSL. They are each set to join UMD in the coming years.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The NHL draft takes place on Wednesday in the Music City. And two local Hermantown standouts could potentially hear their named called on the two-day draft. Those two being defenseman Aaron Pionk and Ty Hanson. Pionk just recently flipped his commitment from MSU-Mankato to UMD. He spent last season with the Waterloo Blackhawks in the USHSL, posting 12…
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bulldogs in the Pros: Iafallo Dealt From Kings to Jets, Soucy to Test Free Agent Market

Iafallo has spent his whole NHL career in LA, appearing in 420 games and posting 204 points. Soucy has spent time in Minnesota & Seattle.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of former Bulldogs are potentially set to join new NHL teams this upcoming season. One that is officially set to join a new team is forward Alex Iafallo. Iafallo was traded from the Los Angeles Kings to the Winnipeg Jets as part of a four-player deal on Tuesday afternoon. Iafallo has spent his whole NHL career…

Peterson Fund
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Star-Studded Lineup Raises Funds for Youth in Heritage Summer Hockey Classic

The proceeds provide youth from financially challenged families the resources to compete in organized sports and further their education. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The stars were out tonight as some of the area’s best professional hockey players took the ice at the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center. Hockey lovers could indulge in a star-studded lineup with some pretty great hockey. But what brought these pros back to Duluth was for a purpose bigger than the game. After a four year hiatus the…

Ouellette
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Standout Caroline Ouellette to Be Inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame

Ouellette has already been selected for the IIHF and the UMD Hall of Fame recently.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another week, another hall of fame induction for former Bulldog standout Caroline Ouellette. Announced on Wednesday, Ouellette will be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame on November 13th. She’s most known for winning four goal medals with Team Canada. But, she also got it done in the college ranks winning two national titles for UMD, one as…

Joey Anderson
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Joey Anderson Re-Signs with Chicago Blackhawks

Anderson would split time with Chicago and the Toronto Maple Leafs organization in 2022.
Neil Vierzba,

CHICAGO, Illinois.- Former UMD forward Joey Anderson re-signed with the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday. It’s a one-year, eight hundred thousand dollar deal with the Chicago Blackhawks. Anderson would split time with Chicago and the Toronto Maple Leafs organization in 2022. He would suit up in 38 NHL games, tallying 9 points total in those contests. This upcoming season will be…

Shepard
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Cohasset Native Hunter Shepard Wins Calder Cup with Hershey Bears

Shepard was also named MVP of the Calder Cup Playoffs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD goalie Hunter Shepard and the Hershey Bears won the Calder Cup against the Coachella Valley Firebirds on Wednesday night. Shepard would stop 45 of the 47 shots he saw in the game 7, 3-2 overtime victory. For his efforts, the goaltender would be awarded the Jack A. Butterfield Trophy, which is awarded to the MVP of…

Thiesen
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Maesyn Thiesen Joins UMD Women’s Basketball Coaching Staff, Cecile Kieger Named Lead Assistant

Thiesen is coming off a season in which she averaged 7.6 points per game and 4.6 rebounds per game.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD women’s basketball player Maesyn Thiesen will be joining the coaching staff this upcoming season. Thiesen is coming off a season in which she averaged 7.6 points per game and 4.6 rebounds per game, helping lead the Dogs to the national title game. Thiesen wasn’t the only coaching move as Cecile Kieger has been named lead assistant…

Dietz
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Women’s Basketball All-American Lindsey Dietz to be Inducted into 2023 NSIC Hall of Fame

Dietz becomes UMD's 23rd inductee into the NSIC Hall of Fame and the first since 2017.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD women’s basketball All-American Lindsay Dietz has been named to the NSIC Hall of Fame Class of 2023. Dietz becomes UMD’s 23rd inductee into the NSIC Hall of Fame and the first since 2017. She would suit up for the Bulldogs from 2002 to 2006. During her time at UMD, Dietz was the first Bulldog women’s player…

Olson
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Brooke Olson Adds DII Honda Athlete of the Year to List of Accolades

Olson becomes the second UMD athlete to reach this honor and will be dawned the award in Los Angeles on June 26. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Announced on Friday, Bulldogs grad Brooke Olson was named DII Honda Athlete of the Year. The award is voted on by 1000 NCAA member schools as part of the Collegiate Women’s Sports Awards program. Olson adds this award to a long list of accolades including 2023 DII Player of the Year, the first in program history. She’s been…

Noah Cates
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Philadelphia Flyers Extend Qualifying Offer to Former Bulldog Noah Cates

Cates would skate in 82 games for Philly last season. He would total 38 points in those contests.
Neil Vierzba,

PHILADELPHIA, Penn.- A former Bulldog appears to be sticking around in the City of Brotherly Love. The Philadelphia Flyers extended a qualifying offer to Noah Cates on Wednesday. Cates would skate in 82 games for Philly last season. He would total 38 points in those contests. The qualifying offer is worth nearly 875 thousand dollars on a two-way contract. Cates…

Brodt
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Sydney Brodt Re-Signs with Minnesota Whitecaps

Brodt is the 5th UMD player on the Whitecaps roster.
Neil Vierzba,

RICHFIELD, Minn.- Former UMD forward Sydney Brodt is staying in the state of hockey. Brodt re-signed with the Minnesota Whitecaps on a two-year deal. In her first season with the Whitecaps, she tallied five goals and nine points in 21 games of action. She was also one of six Whitecaps players to be selected to the PHF All-Star Game. Brodt…

Umd Hof
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Connolly & Ouellette Headline 2023 UMD Athletic Hall of Fame Class

This will be the first induction ceremony since February of 2019.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Earlier this week, the UMD athletic department announced their 2023 Athletic Hall of Fame class. This year they will induct 10 members for their 22nd class. Among those being honored include former hockey All-americans Jack Connolly and Caroline Ouellette, as well as track and field and cross country All-American Morgan Kowalik, and football All- American Russ Rabe among…

Umd Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Linser & Rogge Sign with Metropolitan Riveters

Linser and Rogge join Emma Soderberg and Maggie Flaherty as Bulldogs that have signed pro deals this off-season.
Neil Vierzba,

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ.- Within the last month, the UMD women’s hockey team has seen two players go on to the pros. They can now add two more to that list. Forwards Naomi Rogge and Anneke Linser each signed one-year deals with the Metropolitan Riveters of the PHF. Rogge graduated as the program’s all-time games played record holder. She was also…

Camps
College, Community, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Summer Camp Season is Upon Us

Summer camp season is here and UMD athletics have a full slate of camps scheduled this summer. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Summer camp season is here and UMD athletics have a full slate of camps scheduled this summer. Football: UMD football has six sessions scheduled for the summer, click here for more information or to register. Basketball: The men’s and women’s basketball team will host a camp from Romano, nearly every week this summer. For men’s camp information and…

Ouelette
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Caroline Ouellette to be Inducted Into IIHF Hall of Fame

She is the 2nd Bulldog in program history to be named to the IIHF Hall of Fame.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Bulldog forward Caroline Ouellette has been named to the International Ice Hockey Federation’s Hall of Fame for the class of 2023. Ouellette was a standout at UMD as she was awarded All-American honors twice. She also was the Frozen Four Most Valuable Player in 2003 after helping lead UMD to their 3rd national title. Ouellette was able…

Olson
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Forward Brooke Olson Joins Gophers as Graduate Manager

The five-year forward just capped off her Bulldog career in April, in which she helped lead UMD to their first-ever National Title game.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- Four time All-American and UMD forward Brooke Olson is making the next step in her basketball career. Olson recently joined the University of Minnesota coaching staff as a Graduate Manager. The five-year forward just capped off her Bulldog career in April, in which she helped lead UMD to their first-ever National Title game. She’s the first Bulldog in…

Cailee Peterson
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Cailee Peterson Achieves All-American Status at D2 Outdoor Track and Field Championships

The previous Bulldog to achieve that honor was Emi Trost in 2017 and 2015.
Neil Vierzba,

PUEBLO, Colorado.- UMD mid-distance runner Cailee Peterson had a weekend to remember. On Saturday, Peterson would place fourth in the finals of the 1500 meter at the NCAA Division II Outdoor Track and Field Championships. She finished with a time of 4:38.82 to earn All-American status and become the third All-American in program history in the 1500m. The previous Bulldog…

Peterson
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Cailee Peterson to Compete in 1500M Finals at NCAA D2 Outdoor Championships

Peterson becomes the 3rd Bulldog in program history to compete in the 1500 meter final at the national championship.
Neil Vierzba,

PUEBLO, Colorado.- UMD’s Cailee Peterson has competed on the national stage for plenty of events this year. Back in the fall, she and the rest of the UMD women’s cross country team placed 20th in the National Championship. A few months later, she was runner-up in the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships. Now, Peterson will get the chance to…

Umd Hky Captains
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Names Loheit Captain, Olson & James Alternates

Just this past season, Loheit posted career-highs in points, goals, and assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is already preparing for next season. On Wednesday, they announced their captains for the upcoming 2023-2024 season. Donning the “C” patch this year will be fifth-year senior Luke Loheit. Just this past season, Loheit posted career-highs in points, goals, and assists. Serving as the alternates alongside the Minnetonka native is 5th year forward…

Ojile
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Sporting New Number, Ojile Joins Rest of Vikings at OTAs

The former Bulldog would work with mainly the 2nd and 3rd stringers on handoffs as well as a number of other drills.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- The last time he suited up for the Vikings, it was just rookie camp. Finally, this week former UMD tight end Zach Ojile was able to participate in drills with some of the mainstays of the purple and gold. On Tuesday in Eagan, it was OTA #2 for the Vikings. Ojile was sporting a new number as he…

Umd Pros
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Emma Soderberg & Maggie Flaherty Sign Pro Deals in PHF

Soderberg heads to Connecticut and Flaherty will stay in Minnesota and play for the Whitecaps.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of UMD women’s hockey standouts are making the jump to the pros. First up, goalie Emma Soderberg put pen to paper with the Connecticut Whale. Soderberg set multiple records for the Bulldogs in net including shutouts overall with 23 and shutouts in season with 12. She posted 20 wins, marking just the ninth time a UMD…

Ojile
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Ojile Talks 1st Week with Vikings & Learning From C.J. Ham

The Vikings and Ojile will begin team organized activities on May 22nd.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- On Monday, former UMD Tight End Zach Ojile received the phone call that any football player dreams about. The call to the NFL, as he officially signed with the Minnesota Vikings. Ojile was one of two players to be added to the 90 man roster after last weekend’s Vikings rookie camp. He’ll also be making a slight position…

Ojile
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

After Successful Rookie Camp, UMD’s Zach Ojile Signs with Minnesota Vikings

The next opportunty for Ojile comes in team organized activities starting on May 22nd.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- He said he was simply just excited to get the opportunity to compete at Vikings Rookie Camp. Now, former UMD tight end Zach Ojile is officially a member of the team. Ojile signed a contract with the Vikings on Monday evening. It was confirmed by the UMD Football Twitter page. Sporting number 31 this past weekend, Ojile would…

Sods
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Emma Soderberg Named Finalist for IIHF Player of the Year Award

Soderberg is one of seven finalists up for the award.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD goaltender Emma Soderberg is starting to get recognized on the national stage. On Monday, she was named as one of the seven finalists for the IIHF Player of the Year award. Soderberg is coming off a successful campaign in the World Championship. In Sweden’s quarterfinal matchup against Canada, she would stop 51 of the 54 shots she…

Umd Captain
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Names McMahon Captain, Jobst-Smith & Van Wieren Alternate Captains

McMahon set a career mark last year, posting 10 goals and 19 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team named their captains for the upcoming season. Repping the “C” patch will be 5th year senior Mannon McMahon. McMahon set a career mark last year, posting 10 goals and 19 assists. Joining her as the alternate captains will be seniors Nina Jobst-Smith and Clara Van Wieren. It was also a year to remember…

Umdsoftball
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Sees Season Come to End in NCAA Central Regions

The Bulldogs finish the year with an overall record of 40-13.
Neil Vierzba,

JOPLIN, Missouri- The UMD softball team was unable to hold off elimination on Friday at the NCAA Tournament, as they fell 4 to 3 to Rogers State. The Bulldogs were led by Elle Potts, who went two for three with one run batted in. UMD faced a bases-loaded jam in the bottom of the 7th and they were unable to…

Umd Vikes Still
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Carmickle & Ojile Take Part in Vikings Rookie Camp

Carmickle and Ojile are part of a group of 42 total players that are scheduled to compete throughout the weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- UMD wide receiver Armani Carmickle and Tight End Zach Ojile took part in Day 1 of the Minnesota Vikings rookie camp on Friday. Carmickle would don the number 12 and Ojile would rep number 31 as the duo went through multiple drills. Carmickle is coming off a record breaking year as he became the 6th Bulldog in program…

Umdsoftball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Missouri Southern Walks-Off Against UMD Softball in NCAA Central Region Opener

UMD will next play Southern Arkansas in an elimination game on Friday. First pitch is at 5 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

JOPLIN, Missouri- The UMD softball team would battle with Missouri Southern until the very end on Thursday, ultimately falling to the Lions 3 to 2 in the NCAA Central Region opener. Kiana Bender would tie the game up at two in the 5th with a solo home run. The score would stay tied at two until the bottom of the…

Umd W Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Releases 2023-2024 Schedule, Stewart Enters Transfer Portal

The Bulldogs will open the year at home on October 6th against Long Island University.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team released their schedule on Wednesday. The Bulldogs will open the year at home on October 6th against Long Island University. Then the following weekend, they’ll welcome in Ohio State. Their matchup against the NCAA title runner ups will mark their first WCHA conference series. In the 34 games scheduled, 16 are against programs…

Carmickle
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Armani Carmickle Invited to Vikings Rookie Camp

Carmickle will be participating alongside teammate Zach Ojile this weekend at Vikings rookie camp.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Almost two weeks ago UMD offensive lineman Brent Laing and Tight End Zach Ojile earned opportunites at the next level in the NFL. Now, their teammate wide receiver Armani Carmickle will be joining them. Carmickle will be participating alongside Ojile this weekend at Vikings rookie camp. The wideout is coming off a season in which he landed on…

Umd Softball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bulldogs Softball Begins Postseason Pursuit as No. 7 Seed in NCAA Regional Tournament

Bulldogs softball becomes the fifth team this year to represent in the NCAA Tournament.
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend, the UMD softball team nabbed their fifth NSIC tournament championship, the first in over 20 years. That win gave the Bulldogs the automatic bid into the NCAA Central Regional Tournament. The Bulldogs postseason pursuit is just days away and early Monday morning the playoff stage was set. This trip to the Regional Tournament marks…

Umd Sb Champs
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball NSIC Tournament Champs for First Time in Two Decades

Zavoral led the way at the plate going 4-4, with a double, RBI and 2 runs scored. Junior pitcher Lauren Dixon, held it down in the circle giving up no runs on 4 hits, fanning 5 batters.
Cam Derr,

ROCHESTER, Minn.- The UMD softball team has been a dominant force throughout the NSIC Tournament. On Saturday afternoon, the Bulldogs capped it off with a 9-0 victory over Augustana to be crowned Conference Champions for the first time since 2002. The Bulldogs broke open the scoring in the top of the first when Sidney Zavoral rocked an RBI double, followed…

Umd Baseball
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Baseball Forces Rubber Match with UMary in Last Series of Season

The series finale will start at noon on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

BISMARCK, ND.- The UMD baseball team will be wrapping up their season this weekend in Bismarck. The Bulldogs played two against the Marauders on Friday and would end up splitting. In game one, UMD would see a 5 to 1 lead slip away as UMary rallied for the 6 to 5 victory. Following that game, the Bulldogs would erupt for…

Umdsoftball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Shuts Out Augustana to Secure Spot in NSIC Tournament Title Game

The Bulldogs advance to the title game on Saturday and will either play St. Cloud State or Augustana. First pitch is at noon.
Neil Vierzba,

ROCHESTER, Minn.- The UMD softball team earned redemption on Friday, shutting out Augustana 4-0 at the NSIC tournament. The Vikings would previously defeat the Bulldogs on the final day of the regular season to secure the regular season title. UMD was led by Lauren Dixon, who pitched 7 shutout innings and only allowed one hit. Offensively, Corrie Weise had three…

Team Usa
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldogs Samberg & Perunovich Named to U.S. National Team

The Hermantown and Hibbing native will compete in the 2023 IIHF Men's World Championship from May 12th to May 28th in Finland and Latvia.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of former Bulldogs will don the red, white, and blue in the coming weeks. Both Dylan Samberg and Scott Perunovich were named to the U.S. National Team this afternoon. The Hermantown and Hibbing native will compete in the 2023 IIHF Men’s World Championship from May 12th to May 28th in Finland and Latvia. The two defenseman…

Dixon
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Dixon Becomes All-Time Strikeout Leader, UMD Shuts Out Minot State at NSIC Tourney

The Bulldogs were led by Lauren Dixon, who tossed seven shutout innings and nine strikeouts.
Neil Vierzba,

ROCHESTER, Minn.- The UMD softball team is on to the next round of the NSIC tournament after shutting out Minot State 2-0 on Wednesday. The Bulldogs were led by Lauren Dixon, who tossed seven shutout innings and nine strikeouts. Dixon would also become the all-time strikeout leader at UMD in the contest. UMD will next play Winona State at noon…

Umd Hoops
College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Lahti & McDonald Commit to UMD Men’s Basketball Team

Lahti is 2nd all-time in scoring at Northwestern. McDonald is 1st at Hibbing.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of local products will be suiting up for UMD next season. On Monday, Northwestern guard Cole Lahti announced his commitment to the Bulldogs. Lahti averaged 22 points per game last season for the Tigers. He finished 2nd on the all-time school scoring list and set the single season scoring record. Joining Lahti is former Hibbing standout…

Umd Baseball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Puder’s Two-Run Shot Helps UMD Walk-Off Against Crookston to Split in Home Finale

UMD (18-26) will close out the regular season this weekend at UMary in Bismarck.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It took ten innings, but ultimately UMD was able to walk-off and defeat Minnesota Crookston 10 to 8 in game one of a doubleheader on Tuesday. Jack Puder would send a two-run shot that went over the center field wall in the bottom of the 10th. Following game one, Crookson would battle back to take a 6 to…

Umd Softball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Preps for NSIC Tournament, Dixon Named NSIC Pitcher of the Year

The Bulldogs will either play Concordia-St. Paul, Sioux Falls, or Minot State on Wednesday at 2 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team is making their final preparations before the NSIC tournament begins on Wednesday. UMD doesn’t know who their opponent will be just yet as play-in games are supposed to happen in the morning. The Bulldogs will either play Concordia-St. Paul, Sioux Falls, or Minot State. Whoever is the highest seed remaining of those teams will…

Laing Ojile
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Brent Laing Signs with Jets, Zach Ojile Accepts Vikings Mini Camp Invite

O-lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted free-agent with the New York Jets. While, tight end Zach Ojile will get the chance to showcase his talents in the Vikings Rookie Mini Camp held later this week. 
Cam Derr,

  ULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend two of the Bulldogs brightest stars answered the phone call of a lifetime, accepting offers to continue their career in the NFL. O-lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted free-agent with the New York Jets. While, tight end Zach Ojile will get the chance to showcase his talents in the Vikings Rookie Mini…

Umd Sb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bulldogs Softball Falls in Battle for NSIC Regular Season Title

Next up, UMD will set their sights on the NSIC Tournament, set to begin Wednesday, May 3 in Rochester, Minnesota. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team fell in a pair of games to Augustana on Sunday afternoon in a battle for their first NSIC regular season title since 2013. In Game One, the Vikings scored in every inning, knocking three home runs to win it 17-4 in five innings. Senior catcher Sidney Zavoral accounted for two of the four Bulldogs…

Laing Ojile
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Ojile and Laing Get Called to the League

Laing becomes the first Bulldog to sign with an NFL team since 2014. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- On the final day of the 2023 NFL Draft, UMD’s Zach Ojile and Brent Laing get called to the league. Ojile received and accepted an invite to the Minnesota Vikings Rookie Mini Camp. He played in 40 games for the Bulldogs with 702 receiving yards and 24 total touchdowns. Meanwhile, lineman Brent Laing signed on as an undrafted…

Umd Bsb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Baseball’s Rally Falls Short Settling for Split

UMD will finish the series with St. Cloud, Sunday at noon from Wade Stadium.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD baseball team settled for the split with St. Cloud State, Saturday afternoon, winning Game One 7-6, but falling in Game Two 14-9. The Bulldogs were down five in the fifth, but Alex Wattermann knocks a grand slam to bring UMD within one. However, the Huskies would string together a five run fifth inning and hold UMD…

Umd Sb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball’s Explosive Offense Earns Bulldogs the Sweep

The Bulldogs will look to earn their first NSIC regular season title since 2013 on Sunday, in a championship match up with Augustana. Game One is set for noon at Malosky Stadium. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team picked up a pair of mercy rule victories (10-0, 8-0), Saturday afternoon at home, over Wayne State. Junior Kat Burkhardt led the way offensively going 3-5 on the day, with two home runs. While, junior pitcher Lauren Dixon, picked up her 22nd win on the season, giving up no runs on two hits, striking…

Laing
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Exclusive Interview with UMD Football Standout Brent Laing

Fox 21's Cam Derr walked through Laing's journey to Draft Day in an exclusive interview with the former Bulldog.. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the past six years Brent Laing called Malosky Stadium home. While Laing may have turned in his Bulldogs jersey, he’s not hanging up his cleats just yet. The UMD standout will, no doubt, be anxiously awaiting the phone call of a lifetime, with an opportunity to live out, what he thought, was a childhood dream. Now, Laing…

Bmse
Community, News - Latest News, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

BMSE Community Day Free Kids Camp Returns for Second Year

The camp is this upcoming Wednesday, May 3. It is scheduled from 4-6 PM at Malosky Stadium. No registration necessary.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Next week, mark your calendars, the annual Community Day Free Kids Camp presented by the Black Men Serving Excellence group returns for its second year. Next Wednesday, May 3, all kids across the Northland are welcome to participate in outdoor games and activities at Malosky Stadium. There will be fun friendly competition, group games, personalized paint-your-own t-shirts and…

Umd Sb
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Prepares to Host Regular Season Finale

The Bulldogs will first take on Wayne State, Saturday at 1 and 3 PM, before getting a go at Augustana, Sunday at 12 and 2 from Malosky Stadium.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Coming up this weekend the UMD Softball team will host their regular season finale with a pair of NSIC double headers. The Bulldogs sit tied with Augustana for first in the conference. The weekend ahead will determine who wins the NSIC regular season. No pressure right? Well, for the Bulldogs every game is treated like a play off…

Umd Football Draft
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Trio of Bulldogs Hope to Hear Name Called at NFL Draft This Weekend

Offensive lineman Brent Laing, Wide Receiver Armani Carmickle, and Tight End Zach Ojile all could potentially hear their name called.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Three former UMD football standouts will be anxiously waiting next to their phones this weekend as the NFL draft takes place in Kansas City, Missouri. Offensive lineman Brent Laing, Wide Receiver Armani Carmickle, and Tight End Zach Ojile all could potentially hear their name called. The trio just partcipated in Minnesota’s pro day a few weeks ago and…

Strong
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Joshua Strong Departs UMD Men’s Basketball Program to Pursue Law Degree

Strong would start in 14 games for the Bulldogs last year and tally 237 points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball will have a key contributor from a year ago departing the program. Guard Joshua Strong made an announcement via his own personal twitter page that he is heading to Howard University to pursue a law degree. Strong would start in 14 games for the Bulldogs last year and tally 237 points. He is the…