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Superior’s Ava Rue Suits Up for Freshman Football Team

Rue plays slotback and cornerback for the Spartans, who will host La Crosse Logan on Saturday at noon in the final home game of the spring season.

April 16, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Choosing to play football was an easy decision for freshman Ava Rue, so much so that she decided to try out for the Superior ninth grade team instead of playing softball. “In 7th grade my friends were talking about it and it sounded like fun so I decided to join so I did in eighth grade. I’d…

Duluth Marshall Baseball Tops Two Harbors for Garramone’s First Coaching Victory

The Duluth Marshall baseball team built an early lead and held on to it until the end.

April 16, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Marshall baseball team built an early lead and held on to it until the end as they got their first win of the season over Two Harbors 15-5 in five innings Friday night at Wade Stadium. It was also the first career head coaching victory for head coach Nick Garramone. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High…

Prep Softball: Cloquet, Hermantown Pick Up Bounce-Back Wins

It was a great day on the diamond for the Lumberjacks and the Hawks.

April 16, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In prep softball action, Cloquet would hold off a late rally from Duluth East as the Lumberjacks hold on for the win 16-10 Friday afternoon at Ordean Field. Brenna McClarey, Dana Jones, Brynn Martin, Roena Diver and Justice Paro had multiple hits for the Lumberjacks. In other action, it was Hermantown squeaking by Cambridge-Isanti 9-7. Categories: Friday…

Wilderness Fall at Home to Minot

Jacob Herter and Mikol Sartor would each score goals.

April 9, 2021

Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Jacob Herter and Mikol Sartor would each score goals, but it wouldn’t be enough as Minot picks up the road win over the Minnesota Wilderness 6-2 Friday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UWS Softball Split Doubleheader with Northwestern

The Yellowjackets improve to 8-6 on the season.

April 9, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – After an 8-3 loss in the first game of the doubleheader, the UW-Superior softball team got a walk-off single off the bat of Hailee Halgeorge that gave the Yellowjackets a 5-4 win Friday at the NBC Spartan Sports Complex. The Yellowjackets improve to 8-6 on the season. Next up is a series Sunday at home against Northland…

Former Denfeld Standout Keegan Chastey to Play Under Dad Barry on St. Scholstica Men’s Soccer Team

Barry Chastey has been coaching his son Keegan for the past decade and now gets one more chance at it this semester, as the Denfeld standout will suit up for the Saints this spring.

April 9, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Denfeld soccer alum Keegan Chastey has been cheering on the Saints since he first started playing soccer. “I’ve been up here watching the games, especially the playoffs, ever since I was maybe four years old. To be a part of the team instead of just a fan, it’s a good feeling,” Keegan said. After guiding the…

Coaches Corner: Scott Sandelin

For this week's segment, we catch up with the head coach of the UMD men's hockey team.

April 2, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from UMD men’s hockey coach Scott Sandelin as the Bulldogs get set for their fourth straight trip to the Frozen Four. UMD will face UMass Thursday night in Pittsburgh, PA. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

MIB Girls Basketball Prepares for Return to State Semifinals

The class A state semifinal between Minneota and Mountain Iron-Buhl is Tuesday, April 6 at the Target Center. Tipoff is set for noon.

April 2, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn. – The Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team stuck with it the entire way and only led for the final 17 seconds of their state quarterfinal game, but it was enough to get the job done as they’re now heading back to familiar territory: the class A state semifinals. “It will feel like home,” junior forward Jacie Kvas…

Coaches Corner: Sean Morgan

For this week's segment, we hear from the head coach of Duluth FC

March 26, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we spoke with Duluth FC head coach Sean Morgan as the Bluegreens begin building excitement for the upcoming season this May. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Superior Football Open Spring Season with Home Win Over Eau Claire North

In their first game in over a year, the Superior football team topped Eau Claire North 38-20 Friday night at the NBC Spartan Sports Complex.

March 26, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – In their first game in over a year, the Superior football team topped Eau Claire North 38-20 Friday night at the NBC Spartan Sports Complex. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Deer River Boys Basketball Tops Nashwauk-Keewatin For First Ever Section 7A Title

Ty Morrison led the way with 24 points to lead the Warriors to their first state tournament appearance in school history.

March 26, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

NASHWAUK, Minn. – The Deer River boys basketball team used a big second half to get the 60-42 win over Nashwauk-Keewatin on Friday night to claim their first ever section 7A title. Ty Morrison led the way with 24 points while Mikhail Wakonabo chipped in with 21 points for the Warriors. Deer River now prepares for their first state tournament…

Duluth Marshall Girls Basketball Hold Off Esko to Win Second Straight Section Championship

Senior Gianna Kneepkens led all scorers with 31 points.

March 26, 2021

Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – Senior Gianna Kneepkens led all scorers with 31 points as the Duluth Marshall girls basketball team held off a late rally from Esko to pick up the win 63-52 in the Section 7AA championship game. Ava Meierotto chipped in with 14 points to help the Hilltoppers punch their ticket to the state tournament for the second straight…

Hermantown Boys Hockey Earns Top Seed in Class A State Tournament

The Hawks will face Dodge County in the quarterfinals on Tuesday. Puck drop is set for 6:00 p.m.

March 26, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – After defeating Duluth Denfeld 7-1 to claim their second straight section 7A title and 11th trip to the state tournament in the past 12 years, the Hermantown boys hockey team earned the No. 1 overall seed in Class A for the state tournament. The Hawks will face Dodge County in the quarterfinals. The Wildcats finished their…

Duluth Denfeld Soccer, Hockey Teams Show Support for Hospitalized Teammate

His family was overwhelmed by the gesture that they say will go a long way in helping with his recovery.

March 19, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Carson Schulte is a captain for the Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team and a team manager for the hockey team as well. Recently, he had to have emergency surgery for his Chron’s disease at Essentia Health so he’s been stuck in the ICU. His head coach Scott Anderson wanted to cheer him up so he had a…

Coaches Corner: Scott Antonutti

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

March 19, 2021

Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we chat with Esko girls basketball coach Scott Antonutti as the top-seeded Eskomos begin their section playoff run this weekend. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: Duluth Marshall, Esko Move On to Section 7AA Semi-Finals

Duluth Marshall topped Crosby-Ironton 76-67 and Esko rolled past International Falls 80-42.

March 19, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In the Section 7AA boys basketball quarterfinals, Duluth Marshall topped Crosby-Ironton 76-67 and Esko rolled past International Falls 80-42. The Hilltoppers advance to the semi-finals where they will host Moose Lake-Willow River. The Eskomos will travel to Pequot Lakes. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Girls Basketball: South Ridge, Cromwell-Wright Advance to Section 7A Semi-Finals

South Ridge defeated Cook County 66-48 and Cromwell-Wright knocked off Chisholm 67-34.

March 19, 2021

Sam Ali,

CULVER, Minn. – In the Section 7A girls basketball quarterfinals, South Ridge defeated Cook County 66-48 and Cromwell-Wright knocked off Chisholm 67-34. The Panthers move on to the semi-finals, where they will face Cherry. As for the Cardinals, they will see a familiar foe in top-seed Mountain Iron-Buhl. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Virginia/MIB Boys Hockey to Face Rivals Eveleth-Gilbert in Final Game at Miners Memorial Building

The Miners Memorial Building will be torn down this summer, making Saturday's section 7A boys hockey quarterfinal the final game to be played there. Puck drop between the Blue Devils and Golden Bears is set for 4:00 p.m

March 19, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – When you walk into the Miners Memorial Building in Virginia, the rich hockey history hits you right away. “You can see all of the people that have played here, the pictures up on the wall. There’s just a lot of history and you feel that when you come in the building,” head coach Cale Finseth said. “,…

Adrians Shuts Out St. Scholastica Women’s Hockey in Game One of Slaats Cup Championship

Game two is set for 5:00 p.m. from Mars Lakeview Arena on Saturday.

March 19, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Adrian College started off strong and never let up, as they got the 3-0 win over the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team in the NCHA Slaats Cup Championship opener. Lori Huseby finished with 33 saves on the night. Game two is set for 5:00 p.m. from Mars Lakeview Arena on Saturday. If the Saints win, they will…

Powerhouse Andover Awaits Grand Rapids/Greenway Girls Hockey Team in Section 7AA Final

Puck drop in Andover is set for 2:30 p.m. on Saturday in the section 7AA girls hockey championship.

March 19, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – The Grand Rapids/Greenway girls hockey team got a big win on Thursday night at Forest Lake in the section 7AA semifinals after falling to the Rangers in four of their last five playoff meetings. But now, they’ve got a date with defending state champions Andover, a team that has outscored its opponents 176-6 this season. “We’re…

Coaches Corner: Wade Chiodo

For this week's segment, we catch up with the head coach of the Grand Rapids boys hockey team.

March 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from Grand Rapids boys hockey coach Wade Chiodo as the Thunderhawks get set for the section tournament next week. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Hockey Shuts Down Season After Positive COVID Test

The Greyhounds wrap up their season with a 6-8-2 record.

March 12, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth East boys hockey team is shutting down its season due to a positive COVID-19 case on the team. The Greyhounds had two more games left on their regular season schedule, including a game on Friday night against Duluth Denfeld. The Greyhounds wrap up their season with a 6-8-2 record. The announcement would impact the Hermantown…

MSHSL Plans to Increase Fan Attendance at State Tournament

Following Governor Walz's announcement on Friday, the MSHSL said that the new capacity limits could allow more fans to be in attendance for the hockey and basketball state semifinals and finals.

March 12, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. – On Friday, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz made multiple big announcements, including restrictions on fan attendance at future sporting events. Beginning April 1, venues with a normal capacity of over 500 will be allowed to host additional spectators. Outdoor venues can add an additional 25 percent of their capacity with a limit of 10,000 people. Indoor events…

Coaches Corner: Mandy Pearson

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

March 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we spoke with UMD women’s basketball coach Mandy Pearson as the Bulldogs await to hear who they will be playing in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Prep Basketball: Esko Boys Knock Off Rivals Cloquet, Duluth Marshall Girls Win Behind Kneepkens’ 47 Points

The Eskomo boys and Hilltopper girls successfully defended their respective home courts.

March 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – Eli Blue and Riley Fischer each finished with 16 points each as the Esko boys basketball team used a strong second half to take down Cloquet 60-50 Friday night. In prep girls basketball action, Gianna Kneepkens scored 47 points as the Duluth Marshall girls held off Case Lake-Bena at home 80-75. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School,…

Prep Girls Hockey: Grand Rapids/Greenway Earn Road Win, Duluth Northern Stars Victorious at Home

The Lightning and the Northern Stars were winners on Friday night.

March 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Grand Rapids/Greenway girls hockey team jumped out to a 3-0 lead and would hold on to get the road win over Cloquet-Esko-Carlton 5-2 Friday night at Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Claire Vekich and Mercury Bishoff each scored twice, while Cali Madsen also lit the lamp for the Lightning. Dana Jones and Lily Hanson scored for the…

Saints Nordic Skiing to Send Program Record Five Skiers to NCAA Championships

The Saints will compete in the 5km/10km classic on Thursday, March 11 and the 15km/20km skate freestyle on Saturday, March 13, at the Jackson Nordic Center in Jackson, New Hampshire.

March 5, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a crazy start to the season, the St. Scholastica nordic ski team is once again sending skiers to the NCAA Championships, and this year will send a program record five athletes to Jackson, New Hampshire. For the women, sophomore Emma Stertz and freshmen Maj-Lis Helmer and Maggie Whitaker will be making the trip. For the men,…

D3 Men’s Hockey: CSS, UWS Fall at Home in Conference Play

It was a rought night at home for the Saints and Yellowjackets men's hockey teams.

February 26, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Despite a shots-on-goal advantage of 29 to 26, the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team would fall at home to Marian 3-2 Friday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. Nate Pionk and Brent Jones would score the goals for the Saints, who fall to 4-6 on the season. And on the other side of the bridge, the UW-Superior men…

UMD Women’s Hockey Top Wisconsin to Set Up Winner-Take-All Game for WCHA Regular Season Championship

If the Bulldogs pull off the sweep on Saturday, they will win their first WCHA regular season championship since the 2009-2010 season.

February 26, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Junior forward Gabbie Hughes scored twice for the UMD women’s hockey team as they defeated the University of Wisconsin 4-2 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Lizi Norton and Anna Klein also scored for the Bulldogs, who picked up their first win over the Badgers since November of 2016. Junior goalie Emma Soderberg finished with 26 saves as…

Coaches Corner: Rhett McDonald

For this week's segment, we hear from the head coach of the Duluth East boys basketball team.

February 26, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we spoke with Duluth East boys basketball coach Rhett McDonald about the latest success for the Greyhounds. McDonald spoke about what his team learned from their early season match-up against top-ranked Minnehaha Academy, as well as the stellar play of seniors Noah Paulson and Mattie Thompson. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy,…

Coaches Corner: Emma Stauber

For this week's segment, we catch up with the head coach of the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage girls hockey team.

February 19, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey head coach Emma Stauber as her team is currently undefeated on the season. She also spoke about the Mirage’s big win over Cloquet-Esko-Carlton and what it means to have the chance to play for a state title. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Strong First Period Pushes Minnesota Wilderness Past Austin

Jake Herter, Ethan Wolthers, Mikol Sartor and Gavin Rasmussen all scored for the Wilderness.

February 19, 2021

Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – A three-goal first period would be the difference as the Minnesota Wilderness got the home win over the Austin Bruins 4-2 Friday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Jake Herter, Ethan Wolthers, Mikol Sartor and Gavin Rasmussen all scored for the Wilderness, who will look for the sweep Saturday night in Austin. Categories: College, Friday Night…

Northwestern Boys Basketball Top Cumberland, Advance to Regional Finals

The Tigers move on to Saturday's regional finals to face top seed Cameron.

February 19, 2021

Sam Ali,

CUMBERLAND, Wis. – Despite getting swept in the regular season by Cumberland, the Northwestern boys basketball team picked up a win when it mattered most as they defeated the Beavers 82-68 Friday night. Cole Lahti led the way with 21 points while John Grohn finished with 19. The Tigers move on to Saturday’s regional finals to face top seed Cameron….

St. Scholastica Men’s Hockey Light Up The Scoreboard in Home Win Over Finlandia

Zack DeBoom and Jordan Fralich each scored twice while eight other Saints also scored, including freshman brothers Filimon and Arkhip Ledenkov.

February 19, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hibbing native Zack DeBoom led the way with two goals as the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team defeated Finlandia 12-4 Friday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. Jordan Fralich also finished with two goals while eight other Saints also scored, including freshman brothers Filimon and Arkhip Ledenkov. CSS improves to 3-5 on the season as they travel to…

UMD Women’s Basketball Drops First Game of Season; UMD Men Get Road Win

The Bulldog women suffered their first loss at home since Dec. 2018 while the men got a big road win over the Huskies to keep their postseason dreams alive.

February 19, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – In a rematch of last season’s NSIC championship game, the St. Cloud State women’s basketball team once again proved to be too much, getting the 60-49 win over UMD to hand the Bulldogs their first loss of the season. This is also the Bulldogs first loss at Romano Gym since Dec. of 2018. Brooke Olson led the…

Coaches Corner: CJ Osuchukwu

For this week's segment, we catch up with the head coach of the Duluth Marshall girls basketball team.

February 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from Duluth Marshall girls basketball coach CJ Osuchukwu about his team’s stellar start to the season. Osuchukwu also spoke about the competition within Section 7AA, as well as the dominant play of senior Gianna Kneepkens. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

CSS Football to Skip Spring Season to Focus On Fall Season

The team will take part in spring practices and will have to option to wear pads to prepare for the 2021 fall season

February 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Some tough news for St. Scholastica as they announced Friday that the team will not take part in the upcoming UMAC spring season. The Saints were scheduled to take part in a five-game schedule beginning in early April and ending in early May. Head coach Mike Heffernan says the decision came from many conversations with the administration…

Prep Boys Basketball: Hermantown Falls In Section Title Rematch; Duluth East, Superior Earn Friday Night Wins

The Greyhounds and Spartans picked up wins, while the Hawks fell at home.

February 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – In a rematch of last year’s Section 7AAA championship game, the Hermantown boys would fall at home to Princeton 101-88 Friday night. In other prep boys basketball action, Duluth East knocked off Cambridge-Isanti 67-28, thanks to 26 points from senior Mattie Thompson. Also, Superior ends their regular season on a high note as they beat Duluth Denfeld…

Superior Boys Hockey Stun Rice Lake in OT to Win Section Championship

Sophomore forward Carson Gotelaere scored the overtime winner just nine seconds into the extra session

February 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

RICE LAKE, Wis. – Sophomore forward Carson Gotelaere scored the overtime winner just nine seconds into the extra session as the Superior boys hockey team erased a two-goal third period deficit to beat Rice Lake in the section championship game. Kell Piggot and Robert Powell also scored for the Spartans, who are heading back to the state tournament. Categories: Friday…

UMD Women’s Basketball Take Down Bemidji State to Stay Undefeated

Sophomore Madelyn Granica chipped in with 10 points for the Bulldogs, who remain undefeated on the season and extend their home win streak to 27 games.

February 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Reigning NSIC North Division Player of the Week Brooke Olson led all scorers with 22 points as the UMD women’s basketball team knocked off Bemidji State 68-58 Friday night at Romano Gym. Sophomore Madelyn Granica chipped in with 10 points for the Bulldogs, who remain undefeated on the season and extend their home win streak to 27…

Northwestern Girls Basketball Advances to Second Straight Regional Final

The Tigers will play at Barron on Saturday in the regional final. Tip-off is set for 7:00 p.m.

February 12, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

MAPLE, Wis. – The Northwestern girls basketball team held on late to get the 60-48 win over Cameron on Friday night to advance to their second straight regional final. Tieryn Plasch led the way with 21 points while Allison Luoma finished with 12 points. The Tigers will play at Barron on Saturday as they look to win back-to-back regional titles….

UMD Men’s Hockey Shut Out by Western Michigan

The loss snapped a six-game win streak for the Bulldogs, who fall to 12-6-2 on the season.

February 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – It was not a good night for the UMD men’s hockey team as they get shutout on the road by Western Michigan 4-0 Friday night at Lawson Arena. The loss snapped a six-game win streak for the Bulldogs, who fall to 12-6-2 on the season. Sophomore goalie Ryan Fanti finished with 19 saves. UMD will look to…

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…

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…

Prep Boys Hockey: Superior Wins Playoff Opener, Duluth East Tops Brainerd

The Spartans opened their playoff run with a win, while the Greyhounds got a home win on Friday night.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

SPOONER, Wis. – Kell Piggott and Robert Powell each scored two goals as the Superior boys hockey team blanked the Frederic co-op team 9-0 Friday night in the first round of the WIAA boys hockey tournament. Caden Lia, Lucas Williams, Carter Pettit, Mason Stenberg and Carter Kalin also scored for the Spartans, who move on to face New Richmond in…

Prep Boys Basketball: Proctor Holds Off Greenway, Superior Falls on Senior Night

The Rails got the win for head coach Cole Lipinski's first home victory.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Clutch free throws would be the difference as the Proctor boys basketball team battled back from an early deficit to get the home win over Greenway 46-43 Friday night. In other prep boys basketball action, Superior could not get past Hudson as they fell 62-51 on Senior Night. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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

Prep Boys Basketball: Duluth East, Moose Lake-Willow River Victorious At Home

Home court advantage was in favor of the Duluth East and Moose Lake-Willow River boys basketball teams.

January 29, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Senior center Noah Paulson finished with 24 points as the Duluth East boys basketball team took care of business at home with a 73-61 win over Hibbing Friday night. Mattie Thompson and Zaa Buffalo chipped in with 18 and 11 points, respectively. The Bluejackets were paced by Mayson Brown, who scored 24 points. Ayden McDonald finished with…

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,…