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Cloquet Girls Basketball Goes Above .500 Mark After Bout with Grand Rapids

The Lumberjacks improve to 12-11 on the season, after a 65-52 win over the Thunderhawks. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet girls basketball team was back on their home court on Friday, taking on Grand Rapids. The Lumberjacks improve to 12-11 on the season, after a 65-52 win over the Thunderhawks. Up next for the Lumberjacks, they will hit the road on Saturday, February 14th, to take on Bemidji. Game time is at 5 p.m. For Grand…

Section 7A & 7AA Boys Hockey Playoff Brackets Announced

The 7A play-in game between Ely and Moose Lake is Saturday at 2 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- Earlier this week, the Section 7A Boys Hockey bracket was released and not much of a surprise as to who was at the top. The defending champions Hibbing/Chisholm earn the first seed and will face either Ely or Moose Lake in the quarterfinals. Next at number two is Hermantown, who draws #7 North Shore. 3rd is Cloquet-Esko-Carlton. They’ll…

Rock Ridge Boys Hockey Closes Regular Season with Road Win Over Denfeld

Rock Ridge ends the regular season with a 13-11 record. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team held their final regular season home game on Thursday night, hosting Rock Ridge. The Wolverines skate home with a road win, taking down the Hunters 6-2. Rock Ridge ends the regular season with a 13-11 record. For the Hunters, their final game on the regular season is on Saturday, February 14th, against…

Duluth East Boys Basketball Earns Season Sweep Against Crosstown Rivals in Duluth Denfeld

The Greyhounds earn the season sweep against the Hunters, walking away with an 84-56. 

DULUTH, Minn.- On Thursday night, a crosstown rivalry was renewed as the Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team squared off against Duluth East. The Greyhounds end up earning the season sweep against the Hunters, walking away with an 84-56 win. Up next for Duluth East, they will continue their road trip, taking on Centennial on Tuesday, February 17th. Game time is…

Grand Rapids/Greenway Girls Hockey Sees Season End in 7AA Title Game Loss to Andover

Grand Rapids/Greenway finishes the season with a 18-6-4 record.

BLAINE, Minn.- For the 4th straight year, the Grand Rapids/Greenway girls hockey team met up with Andover in the Section 7AA title game. And for the 4th straight season, the Huskies were able to get the best of the Lightning as they won 1-0. Taylor Schreifels scored with 24.8 seconds left in the 3rd period to net the game-winner for…

Grand Rapids Defenseman Luka Rohloff Commits to Bemidji State

Rohloff posted a career-high 39 points in the 2024-2025 season.

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Former Grand Rapids defenseman Luka Rohloff is making the jump to the division one ranks with Bemidji State. Rohloff recently announced his commitment to the Beavers on his personal Instagram page. Number seven wrapped up his Thunderhawks career last year by posting a career-high 39 points in 27 games. He was on the varsity team for a…

Ely Boys Place 3rd, Duluth East Girls Place 4th at MSHSL State Ski Meet

Champions were crowned for both boys and girls in the classic pursuit on Thursday.

BIWABIK, Minn.- Thursday marked the 3rd and final day of the MSHSL state ski meet. Champions were crowned for both boys and girls in the classic pursuit. We begin on the boys side where two Ely standouts cracked the top 20. They are Aksel Skustad, who placed 15th with a combined time of 28:45:3. Four spots behind him was teammate…

Mirage Knock Off North Shore to Secure 6th Straight Section 7A Title

Avery Milbridge led the way for the Mirage with two goals.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage will once again be heading to St. Paul to play in the state tournament. On Wednesday, the Mirage bested the Storm of North Shore, 5 to 1 to claim the Section 7A title. It’s the 6th straight year that Proctor/Hermantown has claimed the trophy. Avery Milbridge led the way for the Mirage with two goals….

Northern Star: Ty Nyberg

Nyberg is on pace for 1,900 career points.

DULUTH, Minn.- In his four years at Duluth East, senior guard Ty Nyberg hasn’t been one to miss out on the fun. “He’s played through games where he’s had the flu. He’s played through games where he’s been injured. When it’s gameday, he’s going to want to compete,” said head coach Rhett McDonald. All done in order to accomplish a…

Duluth East Boys & Girls Place in Top 4 for Nordic Ski Team Sprint at State

The Greyhound girls placed 3rd and the Greyhounds boys placed 4th.

BIWABIK, Minn.- The state ski meet continued in Biwabik on Wednesday with the Nordic Ski team sprint. On the girls side, the Duluth East duo of Freya Capps and Kenna Huot places 3rd after finishing with a time of 14:31:64. They had a total of 153 points. Then on the boys side, Duluth East is 4th. Max Fisher and Benjamin…

Duluth East Boys Hockey Earns Massive Section Win By Taking Down Duluth Marshall

The Greyhounds were led by goaltender Nolan Nygaard, who stopped all 36 shots he saw.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team picked up an upset victory over Duluth Marshall on Tuesday, 4-0. The Greyhounds were led by goaltender Nolan Nygaard, who stopped all 36 shots he saw. Duluth East finishes the regular season with a 8-15-2 record. Duluth Marshall falls to 19-4-2 on the year. Categories: High School, Sports

Tough Schedule Preparing Duluth East Boys Hoops for Section Tournament

Duluth East will next face Duluth Denfeld on Thursday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys basketball team is in the midst of a six-game road trip. So far this year, it hasn’t been the results that the Greyhounds have been hoping for as they are currently 6-14 this season. East isn’t discouraged though because of the 14 defeats, six have been decided by ten points or less. Head Coach…

Dimitrov & Hanson Stand Out at MSHSL Alpine Championships

The state ski meet continues on Wednesday with nordic ski racing.

BIWABIK, Minn.- It was Day 1 of the MSHSL Alpine Championships on Tuesday. On the boys side, two standouts from Cook County cracked the top 20. At number 19 was Hans Mehlhaff, who finished with a combined time of 1:15.21. 12 spots ahead of him at number seven was his teammate, Goshi Dimitrov, he had a combined time of 1:12.74….

Prep Basketball: Hibbing Boys Secure 15th Win, Duluth East Girls Sweep Denfeld

The Bluejackets are now 15-6 and will next play at Cloquet on Thursday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hibbing boys basketball kept pace in the race for the Lake Superior Conference title by defeating Duluth Marshall, 94-43. The Bluejackets are now 15-6 and will next play at Cloquet on Thursday. As for Duluth Marshall, they’ll look to bounce back at Moose Lake/Willow River on Thursday. In girls action, Duluth East completed the season sweep of…

Girls Hockey: North Shore Storm & Mirage Set to Clash in 7A Championship Game

The Minnesota State High School League's girls hockey playoffs continued on Saturday afternoon.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The MSHSL girls hockey playoffs continued on Saturday afternoon. In Section 7A, the top-seeded Proctor/Hermantown Mirage defeated Rock Ridge 9-0 to advance to the title game. On the other side of the bracket, the North Shore Storm defeated Cloquet/Esko/Carlton 7-4. North Shore and the Mirage will clash in the Section 7A Championship game, with a trip to the…

Duluth Marshall Girls Basketball Bounces Back with Home Win Against Hermantown

The Hilltoppers improved to 13-6 on the year, after taking down the Hawks 87-43.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls basketball team welcomed in Hermantown on Friday night. The Hilltoppers defended their home court, taking down the Hawks 87-43. Up next for Duluth Marshall, they will be back at home on Saturday, February 7th, taking on Cass Lake-Bena. Game time is at 2:15 p.m. For Hermantown, they return to action on Monday, February 9th,…

Duluth Northern Stars Earn First Playoff Win Since 2013, Taking Down Anoka in 7AA Quarterfinal Round

Duluth will face the defending Section 7AA champions in the semifinals, taking on Andover. 

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been three seasons since the Duluth Northern Stars hosted a Section 7AA playoff game at the Heritage Center. On Thursday, that all changed as they welcomed in Anoka for a quarterfinal matchup. It was a night to remember for the Northern Stars, as they earned their first playoff win since the 2012-13 season, taking down Anoka 7-0….

Grand Rapids Boys Hockey Blanks Superior for 10th Win of the Season

The Thunderhawks were led by Seth Carlson, who had a hat trick in the victory.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Grand Rapids boys hockey team picked up their 10th win of the season on Thursday, defeating Superior 4 to 0. The Thunderhawks were led by Seth Carlson, who had a hat trick in the victory. Grand Rapids will next play at Benilde- St. Margaret’s on Saturday. As for Superior, they’re at Brookfield on February 13th. Categories: High…

C-E-C Girls Hockey Blanks Moose Lake to Advance to Section 7A Semifinals

Cloquet-Esko-Carlton will next meet up with North Shore in the semifinals on Saturday.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls hockey team is moving on in the Section 7A playoffs. On Wednesday, the Lumberjacks shut out Moose Lake Area, 3 to 0 in the quarterfinals. Brooke Koski, Ava Morton, and Paiton Plante all scored in the 3rd period for C-E-C. Cloquet-Esko-Carlton will next meet up with North Shore in the semifinals on Saturday. Puck drop…

Northern Star: Bennett Scissons

Scissons has scored 12 goals this season with the Hilltoppers.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall Boys hockey team has proven that they’re a top contender for the section 7AA title this year. One of the pieces to the Hilltoppers success is senior forward Bennett Scissons. “He’s definitely one of the leaders on this team. One of the guys that gets everyone ready to go. He just surpassed 100 points in…

Northwestern Boys Basketball Tops Cameron in Conference Showdown, Superior Girls Upset Tigers

The Tiger boys are now 8-1 in conference play.

MAPLE, Wis.- The Northwestern boys basketball team moved to the top of the Heart O’North standings on Tuesday night. Playing Cameron on their home floor, the Tigers were able to secure a 60-53 victory over the Comets. Northwestern will next play at Cumberland on Thursday. In girls action, Superior upset Northwestern, 45 to 32. The Spartans improve to 5-13 and…

Four-Goal 3rd Period Lifts Duluth Marshall Boys Hockey Past Proctor

The Hilltoppers will next host Duluth Denfeld on Thursday night.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys hockey team picked up their 17th win of the season on Tuesday, defeating Proctor 5-1. After the game was tied at one after two periods, Marshall broke out in the 3rd with four unanswered goals. Bennett Scissons had a had trick to lead the Hilltoppers offensively. The Hilltoppers will next host Duluth Denfeld on…

Grand Rapids Boys Hockey Leaves Duluth with a 10-0 Win Over Denfeld

Grand Rapids improves to 9-12-1 on the season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team clashed with Grand Rapids on Monday night. The Thunderhawks ended up controlling the game all night, taking down the Hunters 10-0. Grand Rapids returns to play on Thursday, February 5th, against Superior. Game time is at 7 p.m. For the Hunters, they’re back in action on Thursday, February 5th, against Duluth Marshall….

Prep Basketball: Duluth Marshall Girls & Hermantown Boys Suffer Home Losses

Duluth Marshall is back in action on Friday, February 6th, against Hermantown. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls basketball team hosted the 2nd-ranked team in Wisconsin, in Rice Lake on Monday night. It came down to the wire between the Hilltoppers and the Warriors, but in the end, Rice Lake took down Marshall 90-83. Duluth Marshall is back in action on Friday, February 6th, against Hermantown. Game time is at 7:15. Over…

Grand Rapids Linebacker Oliver Spahn Commits to UW-Stout

Just this past season, Spahn had 114 tackles, 17 tackles for losses, 10 sacks, and five forced fumbles.

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Grand Rapids linebacker Oliver Spahn knows who his next team will be. On Monday, the senior committed to UW-Stout out of the WIAC conference. Just this past season, Spahn had 114 tackles, 17 tackles for losses, 10 sacks, and five forced fumbles. He also was the Northeast Red District Defensive Player of the Year and was an…

Duluth Marshall Boys Hockey Continues to Build Positive Momentum as Regular Season Winds Down

Hilltoppers are 16-3-2 on the season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys hockey has been able to hang with the top teams in section 7A and 7AA this season. The Hilltoppers have surpassed their win total from a year ago, currently sitting at 16-3-and-2. Now, the Hilltoppers have four regular season games left, with three of them slated to be played on the road. The key…

C-E-C Girls Hockey Unable to Hold Off Thief River Falls at Home

The Lumberjacks fall to 9-13-1 on the season.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet/Esko/Carlton girls hockey team was back in action at Northwoods Credit Union Arena, taking on Thief River Falls. Unfortunately, the Prowlers pick up the road win, taking down the Lumberjacks 4-1. C-E-C will close out the regular season at home on Saturday, January 31st, against Bemidji. Puck drop is at 3 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High…

Prep Basketball: Denfeld & Barnum Boys Pick Up Big Conference Victories, Mesabi East Girls Extend Win Streak to Nine

The Minnesota prep basketball regular season continued on Thursday night. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota prep basketball regular season continued on Thursday night. On the boys side, Duluth Denfeld picked up a big Lake Superior conference win, taking down Grand Rapids 63-60. Over in the Polar conference, Barnum earns the 59-54 road victory against Esko. Finally, in girls action, the Mesabi East Giants extend their win streak to nine, defeating Hermantown…

Northern Star: Carter Brown

Brown is currently in the top 10 for scorers in the state.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Denfeld forward Carter Brown has made quite the leap from his sophomore season to his junior season. He’s currently averaging 28 points per game, which is 15 points higher than his average the year prior. “I feel like my team trusts me with the ball. I know I can shoot the ball so whenever I get it,…

Grand Rapids Boys Hockey Earns Huge 7AA Road Win at Duluth Marshall

Grand Rapids is next at Rock Ridge on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Grand Rapids boys hockey team picked up a big 7AA win on Tuesday, defeating Duluth Marshall 6-4. Luke Sherlock stopped 42 of the 46 shots he saw in net to lead the Thunderhawks. Rapids also had six different goal-scorers in the contest. They’ll next be in action on Friday at Rock Ridge. As for Duluth Marshall, they’ll…

2nd Half Push Helps Hibbing Boys Basketball Take Down Proctor

Hibbing will next be in action on Thursday against Moose Lake/Willow River.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Hibbing boys basketball team picked up their 13th win of the season on Tuesday, defeating Proctor 80 to 60. The Bluejackets trailed 35 to 34 at the half before jumping out to a double digit lead later in the 2nd. Hibbing will next be in action on Thursday against Moose Lake/Willow River. As for Proctor, they’ll host…

Duluth Denfeld Boys Hoops Once Again in Mix for Section 7AAA Title

Denfeld is currently 9-5 and are battling teams like Grand Rapids and Superior for the top spot in the Lake Superior conference.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team is coming off a historic season in 2025, which resulted in their first state tournament appearance since 2004. Fast forward to this year and the Hunters are back in the mix to make the final eight. Denfeld is currently 9-5 and are battling teams like Grand Rapids and Superior for the top…

C-E-C Boys Hockey Bounces Back, Blanking Duluth Denfeld 9-0

The Lumberjacks improve to 11-9 on the season. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team was back in action on Monday night, taking on Cloquet/Esko/Carlton. The Lumberjacks lit up the scoreboard, defeating the Hunters 9-0. C-E-C improves to 11-9 on the season. The Lumberjacks are back in action on Tuesday, January 27th, against Superior. For the Hunters, their next game is on Thursday, January 29th, facing off…

Girls Basketball: Chisholm Snaps Denfeld’s Win Streak, Cloquet Earns Fifth Consecutive Victory

Chisholm took care of business on the road, defeating Denfeld 62-30. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld girls basketball team put its win streak on the line Monday night against Chisholm. Chisholm took care of business on the road, defeating Denfeld 62-30. In other girls basketball action, Cloquet tipped off against the Hermantown Hawks. The Lumberjacks extend their win streak to five with a 75-55 win over the Hawks. Categories: High School,…

Hermantown Boys Hockey Earns 15th Win of The Season with Victory Over Mahtomedi

The Hawks improve to 15-2-3 on the season, after taking down the Zephyrs 6-2. 

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team took on Mahtomedi on Saturday afternoon. The Hawks improve to 15-2-3 on the season, after taking down the Zephyrs 6-2. Hermantown is back in on Friday, January 30th, against the defending Class A Champions in East Grand Forks. Puck drop is at 7:30 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown Defender Taylee Manion Wins Gold with U.S. U-18 National Team

Manion skated in all six games and tallied three assists.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- It was a successful trip to Nova Scotia for current Proctor/Hermantown defender Taylee Manion. Manion along with the rest of the U.S. Under-18 Women’s National Team claimed gold at the IIHF Under-18 Women’s World Championship. The red, white, and blue went 6-0, including a two to nothing victory over Canada in the title game. Manion skated in all…

Duluth Marshall Girls Hoops Hands Proctor First Lake Superior Conference Loss

The Hilltoppers remain unbeaten at 5-0 in the Lake Superior conference.

PROCTOR, Minn.- In a potential Section 7AA title game preview, the Duluth Marshall girls basketball team was able to take down Proctor on Tuesday night, 76 to 71. The Hilltoppers remain unbeaten at 5-0 in the Lake Superior conference. While Proctor falls to 7-1 in conference play. Duluth Marshall improves to 11-5 overall and will next host Princeton on Saturday….

Proctor Boys Hockey Erupts for Eight Goals in Home Victory Over Ely

Breckin Ross had a hat trick in the victory to lead Proctor.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor boys hockey team continued their lengthy homestand on Tuesday by taking on Ely. The Rails came out hot as they quickly put up five goals after one period. They wouldn’t look back after that as they came away with the 8 to 1 win. Breckin Ross had a hat trick in the victory to lead Proctor….

Current Duluth East Pitcher Maxtin Linn Commits to South Dakota State

When on the bump, Linn can top out at 88 miles per hour.

DULUTH, Minn.- He may have two seasons to go but current Duluth East baseball player Maxtin Linn knows where he’s heading next. The pitcher, catcher, and outfielder announced his commitment to South Dakota State, a division one program out of the Summit League. When on the bump, Linn can top out at 88 miles per hour. He’s expected to be…

Prep Basketball: Duluth Denfeld & MIB Boys, Duluth Marshall Girls Picks Up Wins at MLK Day Tournament

The Duluth Marshall girls and boys basketball team hosted the MLK Day tournament on Monday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls and boys basketball teams hosted the MLK Day tournament on Monday. Participating in the tournament was the Duluth Denfeld boys team, who squared off against Columbia Heights. It was a back-and-forth battle, but The Hunters walked away with an 87-82 win over the Hylanders. Sticking with the boys teams, Duluth Marshall took on Mountain…

C-E-C Boys Hockey Lights Up Scoreboard in Win Against Orono

The Lumberjacks improve to 10-8 on the year.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet/Esko/Carlton boys hockey team was back at their home barn on Friday night, taking on Orono. The Lumberjacks lit up the scoreboard against the Spartans, skating away with a 7-2 win. C-E-C is back in action on Tuesday, January 20th, against Rock Ridge. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Superior Boys Basketball Back in Win Column After Conference Clash With Cloquet

Superior is back in action on Tuesday, January 20th, against Esko.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet boys basketball team hosted the Superior Spartans on Friday. The Spartans were road warrior, taking down the Lumberjacks 82-19 to snap a four-game losing streak. Superior is back in action on Tuesday, January 20th, against Esko. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. For the Lumberjacks, they’re back to work on Tuesday, January 20th, taking on Proctor….

Mirage Defender Cambriia Thomas Commits to St. Benedict’s

Thomas has been on the varsity team for the past five seasons.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Current Mirage defender Cambriia Thomas knows where she’ll be heading next. Recently, Thomas committed to St. Benedict’s, out of the MIAC conference. She’s been on the varsity team for the last five seasons for Proctor/Hermantown. During that time, she’s tallied five goals and 26 assists. Thomas and the Mirage are currently 13-4-2 this season and are trailing the…

Prep Basketball: Proctor Girls & Duluth East Boys Secure Rivalry Victories

It was rivalry night on Thursday evening.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team secured a big Lake Superior conference win on Thursday, defeating Hermantown 79 to 39. The Rails, who are still unbeaten in conference play, will next play at Duluth Marshall on Tuesday. As for the Hawks, they are at Mountain Iron-Buhl on Friday. In boys action, Duluth East claimed the first of two meetings…

Boys Hockey: Rock Ridge Blanks Proctor for Third Consecutive Win

Rock Ridge improves to 9-8 on the season.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor boys hockey team was back at home on Thursday night, taking on Rock Ridge. The Wolverines picked up their third straight win, taking down the Rails 3-0. Up next for Rock Ridge, they will take on Lakeville South on Saturday, January 17th. Game time is at 2 p.m. For the Rails, their next game is on…

Northern Star: Calvin Anderson

Anderson became the school's all-time scoring leader in December.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Earlier this season, Superior senior forward Calvin Anderson became the all-time scoring leader for the Spartans. A feat he says that’s not possible without the ones that compete alongside him. “My teammates really helped me more than anything. Finding me when I’m open and getting me the confidence to knock down shots and taking the pressure off them…

Boys Hockey: Hermantown Picks Up Big Section 7A Win Over Hibbing/Chisholm

Paxson Madill scored the eventual game-winning goal in the 2nd for the Hawks.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A contest that was dubbed the game of the year certainly lived up to the hype on Tuesday. Hermantown defeated Hibbing/Chisholm 2-1 in a potential Section 7A title game preview. Paxson Madill scored the eventual game-winning goal in the 2nd for the Hawks. Micklain Martalock had the other for Hermantown. Scoring the lone Bluejackets goal was Cole Swanson….

Barnum Boys Basketball Earns Fifth Straight Win After Clash With Duluth Marshall

The Bombers extend their win streak to five after taking down the Hilltoppers 67-48. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Barnum boys basketball team made the trip to Duluth on Monday night to take on Duluth Marshall. The Bombers extend their win streak to five after taking down the Hilltoppers 67-48. Barnum is back in action on Friday, January 16th, against Carlton/Wrenshall. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. For Duluth Marshall, they’re back at home on Friday,…

Plante, Francisco, & Marthaler to Play in USA Hockey All-American Game, Plante, Skinner, & St. Clair to Coach

Puck drop is set for 6 PM on Thursday at USA Hockey Arena.

PLYMOUTH, Mich.- Later this week, the annual Chipotle All-American hockey game will take place in Plymouth, Michigan. There will be plenty of local players and coaches on each side. For Team Blue, Hermantown’s AJ Francisco and Victor Plante, plus Superior’s JJ Marthaler will all suit up. They’ll be coached up by former Wilderness head coach Brett Skinner. On the other…