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Esko Girls Soccer Looks to Knock Off Unbeaten Southwest Christian in State Semifinals

Southwest Christian is currently 18-0-1 and have picked up shutouts in 13 of those games.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team is making their final preparations leading up to Tuesday’s state semifinal contest against Southwest Christian. Esko will look to do something that no other team has done this season and that’s defeat the Stars. Southwest Christian is currently 18-0-1 and have picked up shutouts in 13 of those games. Before the tournament began,…

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MN Prep Football: Two Harbors & Hermantown Earn Their Spot in Section Title Games

Section championship match ups set for Minnesota prep football.
Isaiah Wiita,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.– Section semifinal match ups kick off on Saturday for prep football in Minnesota. In section 7AAA, Two Harbors takes down Pierz 21-20, earning a spot in the section title game. The Agates will face top seeded Pequot Lakes in the section 7AAA championship game on October 31st. Game starts at 7 p.m. Over in section 7AAAA, Hermantown…

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Wisconsin Prep Football: Northwestern Takes Down Colby in First Round of WIAA Playoffs

First round of WIAA playoffs started on Friday.
Isaiah Wiita,

MAPLE, Wis.– Wisconsin prep football playoffs kicked off on Friday night. In division five, Northwestern took down Colby 40-6, earning a spot in the second round of the playoffs. The Tigers will host Stanley-Boyd on Friday, November 1st. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Rock Ridge Names Kassie Strand as New Girls Head Hockey Coach

Strand has been with the Wolverines for the past two seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

EVELETH, Minn.- The Rock Ridge girls hockey team has a new head coach. On Friday, the school announced that assistant coach Kassie Strand has stepped up to take the head coaching role. Strand has been with the Wolverines for the past two seasons. She takes over for Paddie Elsmore-Sautter, who accepted an assistant coaching position with the NA3HL Wilderness. Strand…

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Duluth East Volleyball Eliminated From Section 7AAAA Tournament with Loss to Blaine

The Greyhounds finish the year with an overall record of 19-9.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East volleyball team saw their season come to a close on Thursday, falling to Blaine in straight sets. In the Section 7AAAA quarterfinals, the Bengals earned redemption against the Greyhounds after previously falling to them 3-1 in the regular season. The Greyhounds finish the year with an overall record of 19-9. Categories: High School, Sports

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State Boys Soccer: Late Goal Lifts St. Cloud Cathedral Past Duluth Marshall in A Quarterfinals

The Hilltoppers finish with an overall record of 9-11.
Neil Vierzba,

MONTICELLO, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys soccer team made their 2nd straight state tournament appearance on Thursday. Unfortunately like the year prior, they saw their season come to a close in the A quarterfinals. St. Cloud Cathedral scored with under 20 minutes to go to eventually take the win, 2 to 1. Levi Mertens had the lone goal for Marshall….

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State Girls Soccer: Esko Outlasts St. Cloud Cathedral in PK’s to Advance to Semifinals

Esko will next meet top seeded Southwest Christian on October 29th at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Neil Vierzba,

MONTICELLO, Minn.- After two straight years of heartbreak, the Esko girls soccer team was finally able to get past the state quarterfinals on Thursday. Esko and St. Cloud Cathedral went into penalty kicks after both teams were scoreless in regulation and overtime. Esko then outscored the Crusaders 3 to 1 to earn the 1 to 0 victory. They’ll next be…

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State Boys Soccer: Blake Ends C-E-C’s Title Hopes in AA Quarterfinals

The Lumberjacks finish the season with an overall record of 15-4.
Neil Vierzba,

WHITE BEAR LAKE, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys soccer team entered state tournament play on Wednesday with high hopes. Ultimately, they fell short to Blake, falling by a final of 4 to 2 Noah Hansen and Hudson Snesrud were the goal scorers for the Lumberjacks. C-E-C was making their fourth straight state tournament appearance. The Lumberjacks finish the season with an…

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Prep Volleyball: Hermantown, Esko, & Proctor Open Section Play with Wins

First round of Minnesota prep volleyball started Wednesday.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The first round of Minnesota prep volleyball playoffs started on Wednesday night. In section 7AAA, the Hermantown Hawks beat Duluth Denfeld 3-0, to move on to the semifinals. The Hawks will take on Princeton on October 28th. First serve is set for 6 p.m. Over in section 7AA, Esko earns the victory over Pine City 3-0. Esko will…

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Northern Star: Lilly Kuettel

Kuettel is currently 5th in the state with 32 goals.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.-You’ve heard of the term sophomore slump. But, Duluth East striker Lilly Kuettel continues to debunk that as she’s in the top five in goals for the state of Minnesota. “I just have a drive that I really just want to score because I want to accomplish something as a team,” said Kuettel. Even more of an impressive feat…

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State Girls Soccer: Cloquet-Carlton & Duluth East See Seasons End in Quarterfinal Round

Cloquet-Carlton was making their 4th straight state tournament appearance. Meanwhile, Duluth East was making their first in 14 years.
Neil Vierzba,

WHITE BEAR LAKE, Minn.- The Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer team made their 4th straight state tournament appearance on Wednesday night. Unfortunately, it was a short stay as they fell to Orono, 2 to 1 in penalty kicks. Addison Sandman had the lone goal in regulation for the Lumberjacks. Cloquet-Carlton finishes the year with a record of 15-3-1. In other state girls…

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Prep Football: Denfeld and Esko Move on in Respective Section Semifinals

Section Semifinal matchups are set for Saturday, October 26th.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.– Prep football playoffs kicked off on Tuesday night in Minnesota. In section 7AAAA, Duluth Denfeld defeated Cloquet 28-20, earning a spot in the section semifinal game. The Hunters will be on the road as they take on Hermantown on Saturday, October 26th. Kickoff is at 6 p.m. Over in section 7AAA, Esko gets the win over Hibbing 22-6….

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Experienced Cloquet-Carlton Girls Soccer Team Ready for Another State Tourney

The Lumberjacks will look for their first quarterfinal win since 2021 on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- It’s almost gameday for the Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer team, who are set for their 4th straight state tournament appearance, would’ve been 6th if not for the pandemic. The Lumberjacks will look for their first quarterfinal win since 2021 on Wednesday when they clash with the Orono Spartans. Head Coach Dustin Randall says in games like Wednesday’s contest it…

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Hermantown’s Evan Senst to Play College Football at Rocky Mountain College

Senst has been a two-year starter for the Hawks, seeing time at the center, tackle, long snapper, and lastly defensive tackle positions.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A Hermantown football senior has announced his next move. Offensive and defensive lineman Evan Senst announced his commitment to Rocky Mountain College, out of the Frontier conference. Senst made the official announcement on his own personal Twitter page. He’s been a two-year starter for the Hawks, seeing time at the center, tackle, long snapper, and lastly defensive tackle…

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Youth Movement Lifts C-E-C Boys Soccer to 4th Straight State Trip

In the Lumberjacks previous three state tournament appearances, the team has only advanced past the quarterfinal round once.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- It’s been almost an annual tradition for the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys soccer team as they are once again on their way to the state tournament. The Lumberjacks clinched their 4th straight tourney appearance last week, when they defeated Hermantown 3 to 2 in the Section 7AA title game. Now it’s onto a Blake squad, who posted a 13-2-1 record…

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Esko Girls Soccer Set to Rely on Defense Heading Into State Tournament

The Esko girls soccer team is gearing up for their 3rd straight trip to the state tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team is gearing up for their 3rd straight trip to the state tournament. Esko drew the five seed in the AA tourney and will meet up with the four seed St. Cloud Cathedral, a team they have never played before. Esko head coach Sharon Lahti said that this season has been a season of…

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Top Plays of the Week: 10/18

At number one, Denfeld's Taye Manns highpoints the ball and makes the fingertip catch for six.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s top plays, both come from on the gridiron. At number two, Hermantown’s Martin Sleen takes the handoff and he is off to the races. A 95 yard run that goes to the house. At number one, Denfeld’s Taye Manns highpoints the ball and makes the fingertip catch for six. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School,…

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Esko’s Jackson Peterson Commits to Play College Baseball at St. Mary’s

Just last season, Peterson went 8-0 on the bump with 59 strikeouts.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko senior Jackson Peterson knows where he’ll be playing baseball next. On Friday, the infielder and pitcher announced his commitment to St. Mary’s University on his own personal Twitter page. Just last season, Peterson went 8-0 on the bump with 59 strikeouts and an era of .344. He also played a big part in Esko’s 26 and 4…

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Duluth East Girls Soccer Snaps 14-Year State Tournament Drought

This will be the 8th state tournament appearance in program history for the Greyhounds.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Five prep Northland soccer teams will get the chance to compete at the state tournament next weekend. Out of the five, the longest wait goes to the Duluth East girls soccer squad. On Tuesday, the Greyhounds snapped a 14-year drought when they took down Centennial 1 to 0 in the Section 7AAA title game. A 12-game winning streak…

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Duluth Marshall Boys Soccer State Bound for 2nd Straight Year

The Hilltoppers will look to go further than they did last year after falling in the quarterfinals.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys soccer team is on to their 2nd straight state tournament. It was somewhat of a cinderella finish to the section tournament for the Hilltoppers as they went into previously unbeaten Legacy Christian Academy and handed the Lions their 1st loss of the year, 1 to 0 in penalty kicks. Head Coach Mike Sengbush says…

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MN Prep Football: Hermantown, Rock Ridge, Two Harbors End Regular Season with Wins

Prep football regular season wraps up in Minnesota.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba, Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn.– Wednesday signaled the final week of the regular season for prep football teams in Minnesota. Over in Denfeld, Hermantown took down Duluth Denfeld 31-19, to finish at 7-1 in the regular season. The Hunters end their regular campaign with a 5-3 record. In other action, Rock Ridge picked up the win over Duluth East 19-14, finishing the regular…

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Girls Soccer: Cloquet-Carlton & Esko Defend Section Titles, Duluth East Advances to State for First Time Since 2010

State tournament matchups will be announced over the weekend.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- For the 6th straight year, the Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer team claimed the Section 7AA title. The Lumberjacks defeated Hermantown 2-1, winning the matchup on penalty kicks. Makena Smith had the lone goal in regulation for the team. In 7A, Esko met up with Duluth Marshall in a section championship rematch. Once again, Esko reigns supreme with the 1…

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Boys Soccer: C-E-C & Duluth Marshall Regain Section Crowns to Head Back to State

C-E-C is set for their 4th straight state tournament. Meanwhile, Marshall is heading to their 2nd straight tourney.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys soccer team is once again state bound. On Tuesday, the Lumberjacks defeated the Hermantown Hawks 3 to 2, after outscoring them in penalty kicks in the Section 7AA title game. This is the 4th straight year C-E-C has taken the section crown. In 7A, the Duluth Marshall boys are heading back to state. The Hilltoppers…

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Superior Boys Soccer Shuts Out Spooner for 10th Win of Season

Superior improves to 10-4-4 and will next play at Wisconsin Rapids on October 22nd to begin regional play.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys soccer team closed out the regular season on Monday with a win over Spooner 5 to 0. Superior improves to 10-4-4 and will next play at Wisconsin Rapids on October 22nd to begin regional play. Categories: High School, Sports

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Prep Football: Grand Rapids Picks Up 3rd Straight Win, Duluth East & Proctor Fall in Week 7

The regular season wraps up on October 16th.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Grand Rapids football team continues to show that they are a Section 7AAAA contender. On Friday, the Thunderhawks extended their win streak to three with a road win over Cloquet, 42 to 7. Grand Rapids improves to 5-2 and will close out the regular season Wednesday at home vs. Pequot Lakes. As for Cloquet (2-5), they’ll be…

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Top Plays of the Week: 10/11

This week's top plays of the week came from the soccer field.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.– This week’s top plays both came from the soccer field during the Minnesota soccer playoffs. At number two, Esko’s Abigail Naud sets up her teammate Gianna Madill for the goal. At number one, Cloquet-Esko-Carlton’s Max Sundquist with the long throw to set up his teammate Jordan Sewell for the header goal. Both the Esko girls and Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys…

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Boys Soccer: Cloquet-Esko-Carlton & Hermantown Earn Spots in Section 7AA Title Game

The Lumberjacks will host the Hawks on October 15th with the winner advancing to state.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- For the 4th straight season, the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys soccer team will get a chance at capturing the Section 7AA title. On Thursday, C-E-C defeated Duluth Denfeld 2-1 in the semifinals. The Lumberjacks were led by Jordan Sewell, who had both goals in the contest. C-E-C will next face Hermantown, who defeated Grand Rapids 2-0 in the other semifinal…

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Girls Soccer: Cloquet-Carlton & Duluth East Both One Step Closer to State with Semifinal Victories

Both the Lumberjacks and Greyhounds are next in action on October 15th.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer team is once again set to play for the Section 7AA championship. On Thursday, the Lumberjacks defeated Duluth Denfeld 2-0 in the semifinals. They’ll next host Hermantown, who topped Grand Rapids 2 to 1 in the other semifinal game. The Lumberjacks and Hawks will battle one another on October 15th at 4:30 PM. In…

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Esko Girls Soccer Routs Legacy Christian to Advance to 3rd Straight Section Title Game

With the win, Esko will next host Duluth Marshall in the section title game on October 15th.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- For the 3rd straight season, the Esko girls soccer team will get the chance to play for a trip to the state tournament. On Wednesday, Esko defeated Legacy Christian Academy 6 to 0 in the Section 7A semifinals. With the win, Esko will next host Duluth Marshall in the section title game on October 15th. It’s a rematch…

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Prep Soccer: Duluth East & Denfeld Girls, Marshall Boys Advance in Respective Sections

Duluth East, Denfeld girls & Marshall boys advance to section quarterfinals.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn– Tuesday marked day two of prep soccer playoffs in Minnesota. In section 7AAA, the one seed Duluth East took down Coon Rapids 8 to 1. The Greyhounds will next host Blaine in the section 7AAA semifinals on October 10th. Gametime is set for 6:30 p.m. Over in 7AA, the Duluth Denfeld girls clinched the victory over North Branch…

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Girls Soccer: Esko & Duluth Marshall Advance to Section 7A Semifinals

The Section 7A tournament continues on Wednesday with the semifinals taking place.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Monday signaled the start of the section 7A girls soccer tournament. For the 2nd straight year, Esko entered as the number one seed for the tourney. Like last season, they opened play with a 6 to 0 win over Two Harbors. Esko will next host Legacy Christian Academy on Wednesday at 6 PM. In other tournament play, Duluth…

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WI Prep Football: Northwestern Wins Big for Homecoming, Spartans Late Rally Falls Short

Northwestern gets homecoming win, Superior still in search of first win.
Isaiah Wiita, Paige Hansen,

MAPLE, Wis.– Week seven of Wisconsin prep football wrapped up on Friday. Northwestern earned a big homecoming win 64-0 over Bloomer, improving to 5-2 on the season. The Tigers will be on the road next week as they will take on Ashland in a classic US Highway 2 battle. For Superior, they fall short in their late homecoming rally, as…

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MN Prep Football: Duluth Denfeld, Hermantown, & Esko Clinch Week 6 Wins, Proctor Falls

Prep football teams are inching closer to section tournament play as Friday signaled week six in Minnesota.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Prep football teams are inching closer to section tournament play as Friday signaled week six in Minnesota. Duluth Denfeld bounced back after their first loss last week to take down Cloquet 38 to 22. The Hunters improve to 5-1 and will next play at Rock Ridge. As for Cloquet (2-4), they’ll return home to host Grand Rapids. In…

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Top Play of the Week: 10/4

The Esko defense blocks the Hibbing field goal attempt and Ben Schmitz takes it back for an 80 yard scoop and score.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- This week’s top play came from on the gridiron. The Esko defense blocks the Hibbing field goal attempt and Ben Schmitz takes it back for an 80 yard scoop and score. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Esko Girls Soccer Snaps Cloquet/Carlton’s 13-Game Unbeaten Streak

Kaitlyn McConnell scored the game-winning goal in the 53rd minute.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- In a contest of two local area girls soccer powerhouses, Esko reigned supreme over Cloquet/Carlton, 2-1 on Thursday night. Kaitlyn McConnell scored the game-winning goal in the 53rd minute. With the loss, it snaps a 13-game unbeaten streak for Cloquet/Carlton. Both teams next head into section tournament play.   Categories: High School, Sports

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Prep Volleyball: Esko and Hermantown Keep Win Streaks Alive, Duluth East Bounces Back

Esko wins 3-0 over Proctor, Hermantown takes down Grand Rapids 3-0, and Duluth East gets the victory over Superior 3-1.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.– The Esko volleyball team continued their winning ways on Tuesday, taking down Proctor, 3-0. With the win, Esko improves to 15-3 on the year. Esko will host Floodwood on Oct. 3rd at 7 p.m. For the Rails, they are back at home on Oct. 7th against Mesabi East. First serve is at 7 p.m. In other volleyball action,…

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Prep Soccer: Esko & Denfeld Girls Settle for Tie, Grand Rapids Boys Pick Up 9th Win

The Thunderhawks were led by Dean Kortekaas, who had a hat trick in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Esko and Duluth Denfeld girls soccer teams gave it their all on Monday night. Ultimately, neither came away with the win. The two teams settled for the 0-o tie. Cayley Larsen had 21 saves in net for the Hunters. Duluth Denfeld will next host Duluth East on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Esko is hosting Cloquet/Carlton on Thursday. In boys…

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Esko Senior Reese Kuklinski to Play College Soccer at Minot State

So far this season, Kuklinski has tallied three goals and two assists for the 8-3 Esko soccer team.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- A current Esko girls soccer standout announced her next stop over the weekend. Senior Defender Reese Kuklinski made her verbal commitment to Minot State on her own personal instagram page. So far this season, Kuklinski has tallied three goals and two assists for the 8-3 Esko soccer team. Categories: High School, Sports

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Superior’s Arianna Robillard Commits to UND Softball

In 20 games last season, Robillard registered 13 wins in the circle.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior’s Arianna Robillard will make the jump to the division one ranks next spring. Robillard comitted to the University of North Dakota, out of the Summit conference. In 20 games last season, Robillard registered 13 wins in the circle. She could also hit too as she clubbed 26 hits and had a batting average of .356. Robillard and…

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Prep Football: Two Harbors, Hermantown, and Grand Rapids Grab Week 5 Wins

Week 5 of Prep Football Kicks off in Minnesota.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.—Friday night signaled Week 5 for prep football teams in Minnesota. Two Harbors took down Esko 55-26 on Friday night, improving to 4-1 on the year. The Agates next game will be against Rock Ridge. For Esko, they will face off against Hibbing next Friday. In other action, Grand Rapids defeated Duluth East 47-14. The Thunderhawks next game will…

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Top Plays of the Week: 9/27

At number one, Hermantown's Martin Sleen gets loose against Rock Ridge and breaks one for an 87 yard rushing touchdown.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays came from both on the volleyball court and on the football field. At number two, Cloquet’s Ahnna Carlson lays out for the ball to set up her teammate Ella Anderson with the impressive return. At number one, Hermantown’s Martin Sleen gets loose against Rock Ridge and breaks one for an 87 yard rushing touchdown….

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Prep Volleyball: Proctor & Cloquet Earn Lake Superior Conference Wins

Two and a half weeks remain in the regular season.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- In a Lake Superior conference matchup on Thursday night, Proctor protected their home court against Superior. The Rails went on to defeat the Spartans in four sets. Proctor will next host Esko on Tuesday. As for Superior, they’ll host Duluth East on Tuesday. In other volleyball action, Cloquet earned a road victory against Duluth Denfeld, winning in four…

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Northern Star: Taye Manns

In the first four games of the season, Manns has found the end zone 18 times, tying his season total from a year ago.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Dolphins legend Mercury Morris once said “In practice, I run every play like I’m scoring a touchdown.” Duluth Denfeld running back Taye Manns has been doing the same this fall, except he’s doing it in games. In the first four games of the season, Manns has found the end zone 18 times, tying his season total from a…

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Duluth Denfeld Football Gearing Up for Potential Section Title Game Preview at North Branch

The Hunters have shown their ability to put up points in the first four weeks of the season, averaging 56 per game.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s hard to top the matchup going on in North Branch Friday evening as the 4-0 Duluth Denfeld Hunters visit the defending section 7AAAA champs in the North Branch Vikings. The Hunters have shown their ability to put up points in the first four weeks of the season, averaging 56 per game. But the most the Vikings have…

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Hermantown Boys Soccer Starts Out Fast to Take Down Grand Rapids

Hermantown improves to 8-2-2 and will next play at Superior on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys soccer team protected their home turf on Monday, defeating Grand Rapids 3 to 1. The Hawks’ Owen Landrigan kick-started the scoring with a goal just 14 seconds into the contest. Hermantown improves to 8-2-2 and will next play at Superior on Thursday. As for Grand Rapids (6-4-2), they’ll host Superior on Tuesday. Categories: High School,…

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Top Plays of the Week: 9/20

At number one, Denfeld's Taye Manns breaks another lengthy run as he finds the end zone in the Hunters' win over rivals Duluth East.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s top plays, both came from on the gridirion. At number two, Northwestern’s Ricky Ericksen shows he’s been paying attention to the tip drill in practice as he picks up an INT against Cumberland. At number one, Denfeld’s Taye Manns breaks another lengthy run as he finds the end zone in the Hunters’ win over rivals…

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Duluth Denfeld Runs Past Rivals Duluth East, Northwestern Bounces Back

Duluth Denfeld improves to 4-0 on the season and the Tigers get a bounce back win.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld football team defeated Duluth East on Friday, 48 to 14 to improve to 4-0 on the season. The Hunters next game is on the road against North Branch on Sep. 27. For the Greyhounds (2-2), they will host Grand Rapids next Friday. Over in Wisconsin, the Northwestern Tigers defeated Cumberland 68 to 6. The Tigers…