Friday Night Frenzy

Kenny Clark and the Packers agree on a $64 million, 3-year contract extension, AP source says

34 sacks in 109 career starts

GREEN BAY, Wis.- Three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Kenny Clark and the Green Bay Packers have agreed on a $64 million, three-year contract extension, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Sunday. The person, who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn’t been signed, said Clark will make $29 million this…

Wilderness Hosts Prospects in Five-Day Tryout

Practice for 2024-25 season begins September 2

CLOQUET, Minn.- With the 2024-25 NAHL season looming, the Minnesota Wilderness hosted 160 prospects this week as part of the team’s Main Camp. “We’re really excited,” says Dave Boitz, the President of Operations for the Wilderness. “It’s fun to get everybody together and have 160 kids here for tryouts.” Boitz was among several front office members evaluating players looking to…

Top Plays: 7/19

Harbor Monsters' Pigee, Strong ignite crowd

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s top plays, a pair of Duluth Harbor Monsters put their athleticism on display in Saturday’s win over the Iowa Woo. At number two, Henry Pigee sent Iowa’s Vernon Sharp off the field and over the sideline padding on an electrifying first-down tackle. At number one, Moe Strong made a one-handed catch in the end zone…

Coaches Corner: Grace Hadlich

Hadlich just wrapped up her four-year playing career for the Saints.

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, St. Scholastica assistant softball coach Grace Hadlich joins us to discuss her new role. Hadlich just wrapped up her four-year playing career for the Saints. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Salo’s Showcase an On-Court Classroom for Year-Round Basketball Players

Jessica Lindstrom among college, pro players assisting sessions

SUPERIOR, Wis.- When young basketball players in the Northland want to take their game to the next level in the offseason, Salo’s Showcase is ready to answer the call. “I would say I’m a hands-on, really detailed explaining. I’m very skill oriented.” As a local skills trainer, Luke Salo has become a “basketball guru” of sorts — a journey that…

Coaches Corner: Phil LaFlamme

Arrowhead Football Camp teaches fundamentals, safety to youth

PROCTOR, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, Proctor Youth Football coach Phil LaFlamme joins us to discuss the Arrowhead Football Camp at Egerdahl Field. As the Northland’s sole full-pads youth camp, coaches like LaFlamme teach young athletes the basics of the game while promoting safety, leadership and teamwork. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 7/12

At number one, Duluth FC's goalkeeper Jamie Colvill stopped everything the Twin Stars put on net, including a Superman esque save that halted a threat.

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the diamond and on the pitch. At number two, Joe Vos is normally an outfielder for the Huskies. But, he looks like a natural at first base as he makes the catch on top of the splits and the stretch. At number one, Duluth FC’s goalkeeper Jamie Colvill stopped everything…

Express Rally Late to End Huskies Two-Game Winning Streak

The two teams will meet up again on Saturday. First pitch is at 6:35 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies had a chance to continue their winning ways on Friday. However, due to a late game rally by the Express, that win streak snapped at two with the 10 to 9 loss. Duluth took a 9 to 2 lead into the 8th inning. Eau Claire then scored two in the 8th and six in the…

UMD Soccer Players Keeping Busy With Superior City FC

Tobias, Eckerle, Christensen among Bulldogs-turned-Beacons

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC women’s soccer team is largely comprised of college soccer players from UMD, St. Scholastica and UW-Superior. This summer, the Beacons have had an influx of Bulldogs hoping to enter the fall season with an extra spring in their step. “I just wanted to be up here in Duluth with all my teammates,” says Morgan…

Top Plays of the Week: 7/5

At number one, Brady Sullivan tries to avoid crashing into the fence, instead he planks on it and then topples over, still holding onto the ball.

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays featured plenty of Huskies. At number three, MJ Sweeney flashes the leather at first and then props up to race to the bag for the out. At number two, Joshua Duarte, normally known for his bat, he plays a little defense too and robs a Lark of extra bases. At number one, Brady Sullivan…

Coaches Corner: Gabby Gidley

Recently named head coach of Northwestern softball

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with Northwestern softball coach Gabby Gidley as her team plays in the Arrowhead Fast Pitch League. Coach Gidley discussed her recent promotion as the Tigers’ varsity head coach, what she’s looking for from her players during their summer games, and how she’s preparing herself for the spring season. Categories: Coaches…

Duluth’s Nick Brothers Enjoying Final Summer As Teammates

Joe Nick to play for UWS baseball team

DULUTH, Minn.- Even though Joe Nick’s high school baseball career with Duluth East is over, he still has the whole summer to play with his Greyhound teammates — including his own brother. The Duluth Post 71 Tropics is an American Legion Baseball team represented by players from Duluth East, Duluth Denfeld and Duluth Denfeld. “I think the fact that it’s…

Top Plays: 6/28

Chromy, Gant Reach End Zone

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of scoring plays from the Duluth Harbor Monsters stood out in Sunday’s regular season home opener against the Kansas City Goats. On the very first play, Ja’Vonte Johnson threw a touchdown pass to receiver Nathan Chromy, giving Duluth an early lead. Later in the first quarter, Rashawn Gant recovered a botched snap on a Kansas City…

Huskies Walk-Off Against Bucks to Snap Five-Game Losing Skid

Tied at four in the bottom of the 11th, Max Coupe smacked a RBI base hit into left to lift the Huskies over the Bucks, 5 to 4.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies were back in the win column on Friday, snapping a five-game losing skid against the Waterloo Bucks. Tied at four in the bottom of the 11th, Max Coupe smacked a RBI base hit into left to lift the Huskies over the Bucks, 5 to 4. Coupe had four of the five RBI’s for the Huskies…

Coaches Corner: Jeff Cottrell

Cottrell is set to pace the 1:30 group of the half marathon on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, St. Scholastica assistant coach Jeff Cottrell joined us to discuss his involvement with Grandma’s Marathon. Plus a recap of the St. Scholastica track and field and cross country seasons. Cottrell is set to pace the 1:30 group of the half marathon on Saturday. He’s also in his 6th season at the College of…

Chris Nikic Keeping Kids Active, Motivated Through Perseverance

First person with Down Syndrome to complete Ironman Triathlon

DULUTH, Minn.- Chris Nikic, the 2021 ESPN Jimmy V Perseverance Award winner, might be the perfect motivator for those taking part in this weekend’s Grandma’s Marathon. On Thursday, Nikic spoke to a group of kids at the Northwood Children’s Services campus before leading them in a fun (and somewhat intense) workout. “Today was tough and painless. But either way, I…

Stevenson, Kurtenbach Big Winners at William A. Irvin 5k

Largest William A. Irving 5K in race's history

DULUTH, Minn.- A record number of runners crossed the finish line in Friday’s William A. Irvin 5K, setting the stage for Saturday’s Grandma’s Marathon. In total, 2,188 runners finished the race, setting a new record for the William A. Irvin 5K. Noah Stevenson of Kansas won the men’s race at 15:02 (new Lakewalk course record). He finished almost two minutes…

Top Play: 6/21

Sutherland's rocket arm beats runner at home plate

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play goes to an outfield with the Duluth Huskies, who showed off his arm strength during Monday’s doubleheader against the Eau Claire Express. With a runner on third base, Charlie Sutherland made a diving catch in left field. Once the runner tried to run home on the sac fly, Sutherland was able to throw the…

Coaches Corner: Nate Knutson

Led Northland Baseball Camp in Cloquet

CLOQUET, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, Nate Knutson joined us to discuss the Northland Baseball Camp, where Cloquet coaches and players taught youngsters the fundamentals of the sport. The Northland Baseball Camp was a four-day event for kids ages 5-14 at Braun Park. Knutson is also organizing the Northland Baseball Classic, which a tournament scheduled for July 19-21. Categories:…

Duluth Huskies Connect With Kids Through Summer Reading Kick-Off

Books & Baseball Game set for July 21

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies are once again kids to pick up a book or two this summer through their annual summer reading program. On Saturday, Huskies players visited with young fans at Wade Stadium and read to them in honor of the program’s kick-off. The kids who attended the summer reading kick-off event also received free tickets to the…

Top Plays of the Week: 6/14

At number one, Joe Vos shows off his arm as he throws out a Logger at 3rd base from all the way in the right field.

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the pitch and on the diamond. At number two, Mya Holmquist uses her head to net an impressive goal for the Superior City FC. At number one, Joe Vos shows off his arm as he throws out a Logger at 3rd base from all the way in the right field….

Woodchucks Hold Off Huskies to Complete Two-Game Sweep

Huskies fall to 9-8 on the year and will next head to Eau Claire to face the Express on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies once again matched up with the league-leading Wausau Woodchucks on Friday night. Unfortunately like Thursday night, the Woodchucks came away with the 9 to 2 win. Ethan Cole and Joe Vos accounted for both RBI’s for Duluth in the contest. Huskies fall to 9-8 on the year and will next head to Eau Claire to…

Ahlberg Brings Big League Mindset to Small School Team

Northwood/Solon Springs to play in WIAA Division 4 State Tournament

MINONG, Wis.- The Northwood/Solon Springs baseball team has reached the state tournament for the first time in program history. The milestone has also extended the high school baseball career of Lakeland East All-Conference member Abe Ahlberg. On the day before Northwood/Solon’s Section Tournament, Ahlberg and his teammates treated practice like any other Monday on the diamond. “We’re pretty relaxed right…

Coaches Corner: Otto Berti

Berti is in his 2nd season leading the team.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Superior City FC Head Men’s Coach Otto Berti. Berti is in his 2nd season leading the team. So far this year, Superior City FC has a record of 3-4. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 6/7

In this week’s top plays it was an Esko baseball takeover.

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s top plays it was an Esko baseball takeover. At number two, A heads up play by catcher Bryce Hipp. Hilltoppers pop up the bunt, Hipp loses his mask and then lays out to make the diving catch. At number one, Isaak Sertich intially loses the ball, he recovers, and then zips it over to Jamis…

Coaches Corner: Nick Bursik

UWS AD finishes 10th year leading Yellowjackets

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by UW-Superior Athletic Director Nick Bursik as the collegiate year comes to an end. Bursik discussed the Yellowjackets winning the Kruse All-Sports Trophy for the third consecutive year, the biggest differences between his job as athletic director and his former job as a coach, and the latest on the construction of…

Harbor Monsters Bring Electric Fan Experience in Opener

Next home game set for June 23

DULUTH, Minn.- While it wasn’t without its hiccups, Saturday’s inaugural Duluth Harbor Monsters game was unique for sports fans in the Northland. Fox 21 Sports Reporter Ben Burns had a first-hand experience of the action and shares his point-of-view on the Harbor Monsters’ preseason win at the DECC. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays: 5/31

Harbor Monsters light up scoreboard with touchdowns

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters wasted no time in making some eye-popping plays in Saturday’s preseason opener. At number two, Ja’Vonte Johnson threw a fade to receiver Moe Strong, who caught the ball for a touchdown despite being knocked out of bounds. At number one, Lovell Spruce nearly forced a sack, but instead, Willie McCalebb intercepted a pass and…

Top Plays of the Week: 5/24

At number one, Duluth FC goalkeeper Ezekiel Foltz gets up to make the insane save against Dakota Fusion FC.

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the diamond and on the pitch. At number four, Cloquet softball’s Morgan Olesiak dives to rob a Rock Ridge batter of a hit. At number three, Northwood Solon Springs’ Abe Ahlberg scoops up a grounder and makes the throw to first in one fell swoop. At number two, Duluth Marshall’s…

Duluth FC Returnees Fueled by 2023 Heartbreak

BlueGreens undefeated at home

DULUTH, Minn.- Following their best season in program history, Duluth FC appears to be picking up right where they left off. “It’s great to be back,” says Tyler Limmer. “We’ve got a great group of lads here. Everybody’s super committed to what we’ve built with the club. We’re just here to win games and have fun doing it.” “We were…

Coaches Corner: Tony O’Neil

O'Neil and the Harbor Monsters are set to host the Dallas Falcons in their inaugural game on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Duluth Harbor Monsters Head Coach Tony O’Neil. O’Neil and the Harbor Monsters are set to host the Dallas Falcons in their inaugural game on Saturday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Spartans Shut Out by Tigers in Doubleheader

Fall to 6-14 on season

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior baseball team’s Friday doubleheader didn’t go their way as the New Richmond Tigers won both games, 4-0 and 17-0. With those two losses, the Spartans are now 6-14 on the season. Superior’s regular season wraps up on Tuesday with a home game against Hibbing at 4:30 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Wolfpack Senior Captains Form Tenacious Triumverate

Duluth 7-4 through 11 games in 2024 season

DULUTH, Minn.- With the MSHSL Lacrosse Sectionals looming, Wyatt Vallie, Gabe Polascek and Connor Kiergaard are determined to lead the Duluth Wolfpack boys to their first-ever state tournament. “My dad, he started me playing when I was eight, and I just been sticking to it ever since.” says Polascek. “Once I got to high school, and I truly fell in…

Coaches Corner: Kadee Vesledahl

Third season as Hibbing softball coach

HIBBING, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Hibbing Softball Head Coach Kadee Vesledahl. Vesledahl is in her third season as the Bluejackets’ skipper. She previously was a collegiate pitcher at St. Cloud State and the College of Saint Benedict. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Hudson & Superior Settle for Tie, Grand Rapids Closes Out Regular Season with Win

Both Superior and Grand Rapids will begin postseason play next week.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In their final regular season game, the Superior softball team would tie Hudson 4-4 on Friday. The Spartans (12-6-1) will now shift their focus to the postseason where they will host Eau Claire North on Tuesday, May 21st. First pitch is at 5 PM. In other prep softball action, Grand Rapids would get back to the .500 mark…

Top Plays of the Week: 5/17

At number one, Superior baseball's Owen Blomfeldt makes the diving stop and the long throw to Carter Gilbertson's glove at first.

DULUTH, Minn.- Both of this week’s top plays would come on the diamond. At number two, Duluth East softball’s Nysjah Lillis flashes the leather out in center field to rob a Hermantown Hawk of extra bases. At number one, Superior baseball’s Owen Blomfeldt makes the diving stop and the long throw to Carter Gilbertson’s glove at first. Categories: Friday Night…

Proctor Speedway Ready for Racing Season

Season opens May 19 with Sunday Night Showdown

PROCTOR, Minn.- Racing fans will soon be taking to the grandstands for another season of high-octane action at Proctor Speedway. Drivers were ready to take to the dirt track on the first weekend of May, but multiple days of heavy rainfall but those plans on the backburner. “It’s always up to Mother Nature,” said Mike Donnahue, the president at Proctor…

Track and Field Teams Take Mark in Matt Kero Invitational

Hastings wins boys, girls events

DULUTH, Minn.- High school track and field teams competed one last time ahead of the Lake Superior Conference Championships in Friday’s Matt Kero Memorial Invitational at Duluth Denfeld High School. In team scores, the Hastings boys and girls both came out on top with 162 and 166 points, respectively. Meanwhile, Duluth East earned second place in both groups (121.5 for…

Burke Homers in Proctor Win Over Duluth East

Rails improve to 15-3

PROCTOR, Minn.- A three-run home run from catcher Anika Burke in the third inning lifted Proctor over Duluth East 4-1 on Friday night. This win puts the Rails at 15-3 overall with three games remaining in the regular season, including Tuesday’s home game against Cloquet. Duluth East’s only run came off a wild pitch in the second inning. The Greyhounds…

Haugen Earns 300th Career Win for Esko Baseball, Marshall Blanks Roseau

Finn Furcht for Esko and Tanner Carlson for Duluth Marshall would each have complete game shutouts. Furcht threw a no-hitter as well.

ESKO, Minn.- Esko baseball head coach Ben Haugen celebrated a milestone in Friday’s 10-0 win over Roseau. Haugen would pick up his 300th career victory in the contest. Esko was led by Finn Furcht, who tossed a complete game no-hitter. Esko improves to 13-0 on the season and will next play at Rock Ridge on Monday. In other prep baseball…

Top Plays of the Week: 5/10

At number one, Hermatown/Proctor's Dane Callaway is known for making saves on the ice. But, on the lacrosse field he scores goals including the nifty jump shot.

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays would come from the baseball diamond and on the lacrosse field. At number three, Hermantown’s Cam Lukovsky lays out in center field to rob a Duluth East batter of a base hit. At number two, Rock Ridge’s Tate Uhan snags the grounder on the bounce, gets it to Caz Carlson who completes the big-time…

Hermantown/Proctor Unable to Hold Off Wayzata as Stealth Drop 2nd Straight Game

The Stealth (7-3) will next play at Hopkins/St. Louis Park on May 14th.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown/Proctor boys lacrosse team faced a tall test on Friday against Wayzata. Ultimately, they would be unable to hold off the Trojans as they fell 13 to 5. The Stealth (7-3) will next play at Hopkins/St. Louis Park on May 14th. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Norsemen Eager for Sanctioned Boys Volleyball Season

Boys volleyball to become official MSHSL Sport in 2024-25

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- With a 3-0 record, the Proctor/Hermantown boys’ volleyball team has a lot to be excited about both this — and next — season. Since the Norsemen’s debut in 2019, they’ve made a name for themselves in the Northern Minnesota Conference. But in the next school year, they’ll compete for the first time as an official high school team…

Coaches Corner: Kyle Young

Lumberjacks seeking seventh-straight state tournament appearance

AURORA, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, Cloquet Boys Golf Assistant Coach Kyle Young joins us on day one of the invitational at The Quarry at Giants Ridge. Coach Young discussed Cloquet competing against teams in Southern Minnesota, his family’s love for golf, and the Lumberjacks’ goal of getting back to the State Tournament. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy,…

UWS Baseball Drops First Game of Final Regular Season Series

Surrender six runs in second inning

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior baseball team was on the receiving end of a hitting spree Friday afternoon, falling 17-3 against Bethany Lutheran. This is the first of the Yellowjackets’ three final games of the regular season, with two more outings against Bethany Lutheran scheduled for Saturday. Regardless of Saturday’s outcomes, UWS has already clinched a spot in the UMAC Tournament….

Boys Lacrosse: Duluth Drops Home Contest to Hill-Murray, Grand Rapids Earns 1st Win of Season

The Thunderhawks will next host Brainerd on May 8th.

DULUTH, Minn.- A battle of two four win teams would happen in boys lacrosse on Friday. Ultimately, Hill-Murray would stand tall as they took down Duluth, 12 to 5. Duluth falls to 4-2 on the year and will next host Rosemount on Saturday. In other boys lacrosse action, Grand Rapids picked up their first win of the season, defeating Superior…

Top Plays of the Week: 5/3

At number one, Hermantown/Proctor's Kale Smith goes behind his back to pull off the goal against St. Paul.

PROCTOR, Minn.- Both of this week’s top plays would come on the lacrosse field. At number two, Grand Rapids’ Owen Stark with the sidearm of a shot and laser to the back of the net. At number one, Hermantown/Proctor’s Kale Smith goes behind his back to pull off the goal against St. Paul. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports