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Duluth Denfeld Football Looks to Build Off Successful 2023 Season

The Hunters will begin the season on the road for the first two weeks. First, traveling down to Mora and then heading north to Grand Rapids.

August 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld football team had their best season in a long time, posting a 7-2 record in 2023 and was one of the last team’s in the picture for the Section 7AAAA title. Like many teams this week, the Hunters are putting that in the past as they gear up for a new year. There’s plenty of…

Junior Heavy Cloquet Football Squad Set to Get First Taste of Varsity

Cloquet will hit the field for their first game on August 30th when they host Two Harbors.

August 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet football team’s 2023 season was filled with some ups and some downs. It featured a three-game winning streak followed up by a four-game losing skid as the Lumberjacks ended the year at 3 and 6. Even more of a challenge was the team had just one home game due to MCCU Stadium dealing with construction for…

Cloquet Native Westin Michaud Named Head Coach/GM of Austin Ice Bats

Michaud last suited up for C-E-C in the 2012 and 2013 season.

August 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Former Cloquet hockey standout Westin Michaud is making the switch to a coaching career. Late last week, Michaud was named the head coach and general manager of the Austin Ice Bats of the NA3HL. The one-time Lumberjack forward just wrapped up a four-year pro career having stints in the AHL, ECHL, EIHL, and lastly playing overseas in Slovakia…

Hermantown Football Ready for Another Tough Section Slate

Hermantown kicks off their regular season with the annual Hammer Game against Proctor on August 30th.

August 12, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown football team has come close to making it back to state tournament in recent years. But, the wait from the 2018 season is still on. Monday, marked the first step in the process towards achieving that goal, with the team holding their first practice of the year. Mike Zagelmeyer returns to lead a veteran heavy Hawks…

Rock Ridge Hires Local Hockey Great Matt Niskanen as New Head Boys Hockey Coach

Niskanen played 13 seasons in the NHL and won Lord Stanley in 2018 with the Washington Capitals.

August 12, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- Rock Ridge high school has a new boys hockey coach. Virginia native and former Stanley Cup winner Matt Niskanen is set to take over for the Wolverines. He was approved 5 to 1 by the school board Monday evening. Niskanen played 13 seasons in the NHL and won Lord Stanley in 2018 with the Washington Capitals. He played…

New Coach, New Mentality for Duluth East Football Team

Duluth East's first game is August 29th at Esko.

August 12, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was the start of a new beginning for the Duluth East football team as head coach Blane Tetreault led the Greyhounds in his first practice on Monday. Tetreault has over 100 players, grades nine through 12, out for football this season. The Greyhounds will look to turn things around after posting just a 1-8 record in 2023….

Coaches Corner: Seth Marsolek

Director of Art Von Memorial Tournament

August 9, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Seth Marsolek, the Director of the Art Von Memorial Tournament. The 30th annual Art Von Memorial Tournament took place August 4-6 at Lake Park in Duluth and featured teams across Minnesota, Wisconsin and Canada. Click here for more information on the Art Von Memorial Tournament. Marsolek is also the co-founder…

Superior’s Jackson Marthaler Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey

Just last season, Marthaler skated in 18 games for the Spartans. He had six goals and one assist.

August 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UMD men’s hockey team has added another key recruit for the class of 2026. Superior’s Jackson Marthaler is staying close to home. He made the official announcement on his own personal Instagram page Thursday afternoon. Just last season, Marthaler skated in 18 games for the Spartans. He had six goals and one assist. Marthaler is set to…

Superior Football Energized by New Head Coach

Spartans finished 0-9 in 2023

August 6, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- New Superior Head Football Coach Rob Scott admittedly feels at home as he prepares his players for the 2024 season. Scott is taking over for Bob DeMeyer, who retired after 18 years coaching the Spartans. Scott served as Eau Claire Memorial’s head coach since 2021. Before then, he was an assistant for the Spartans, along with the director…

Twin Ports Pro Development Camp Ending After Nine-Year Run in Superior

The camp officially wraps up on Saturday.

August 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Twin Ports Pro Development Camp has been a summer staple in Superior as native Brett Olson helped develop the next generation of hockey players. But, when the camp wraps up this weekend, it will be the end. Olson confirmed the news to Fox 21 Thursday morning citing responsiblities with his assistant coaching duties with the Waterloo Black…

Grand Rapids Infielder Kyler Miller to Play College Baseball at Minnesota Crookston

Just this past season, Miller was named Lake Superior All-Conference first team.

July 30, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- A Grand Rapids baseball senior knows where he’ll be playing his college ball next spring. Infielder Kyler Miller has announced his commitment to Minnesota Crookston. Just this past season, he was named Lake Superior All-Conference first team. Miller also played a key part in helping the Thunderhawks to a 3rd place finish in Class AAA. He was…

Grand Rapids Goaltender Carter Casey Named to U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team

The red, white, and blue is in search of their first title since 2003.

July 30, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Late last week, Grand Rapids goaltender Carter Casey took part in the Hlinka Gretzky Cup Camp with hopes of being named to the U.S. Under-18 Select Team. It appears he made an impact. Because Tuesday, Casey was named to the team. He is one of three goaltenders on the roster. Next week, Casey and company will board…

Prep Hockey: Summerfest Tournament Gets Underway

Hermantown, East and Denfeld fall behind in Friday scrimmages

July 26, 2024

Ben Burns,

PROCTOR, Minn.- It may be the offseason, but local high school hockey teams returned to the ice for some friendly competition in day one of the Hockey Proctor Summerfest. After falling one win short of the Class A State Championship last season, the new-look Hermantown Hawks fell to Benilde-St. Margarets 4-2 on their home ice. Duluth East scored first in…

Duluth Tropics Post 71 Eliminate Rock Ridge, Will Face Grand Rapids in Substate Title Game

The Substate 10 title game is set for 1 PM on Saturday at Mettner Field in Cloquet.

July 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Duluth Tropics Post 71 continued their winning ways, defeating Rock Ridge Post 239 11-2 in the Substate 10 playoffs. Dylan Cole drove in four runs on two hits to lead Post 71 offensively. Duluth already had clinched a spot in the title game prior to the contest. They’ll next face Grand Rapids, who eliminated Proctor/Hermantown 18-11 earlier…

Top Plays of the Week: 7/26

At number one, Superior's Boden Teal makes the diving stop and then throws a dart over to first for the out.

July 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays came from both on the diamond and on the ice. At number three, Grand Rapids’ Caleb Gunderson charges the ball and makes the tough play over at first base. At number two, Duluth East’s Breck Burns finds himself all alone on the breakaway and he scores on the Greyhounds lone goal of the day….

Duluth Tropics Best Proctor/Hermantown in Battle of Unbeatens at Substate 10 Tournament

Duluth will next play Rock Ridge on Friday at 3:30 PM.

July 25, 2024

Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- There is only one unbeaten team remaining at the Substate 10 legion baseball tournament. And that is the Duluth Tropics, who topped Proctor/Hermantown Post 106 8 to 1 on Thursday night. The Tropics were led by Joe Nick, who went three for four at the plate. Duluth will next play Rock Ridge on Friday at 3:30 PM. As…

Duluth Tropics & Proctor/Hermantown Post 106 Go Unbeaten on Day 1 of Substate 10 Tournament

Duluth & Proctor/Hermantown will face off against one another on Wednesday at 6 pm in Cloquet.

July 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Duluth Tropics entered substate tournament play on Wednesday as the number one seed. And they played like it, picking up wins against Rock Ridge and Grand Rapids. The Tropics topped Post 239 9-0 and Post 60 2-0. Duluth will next meet Proctor/Hermantown, who defeated Hibbing 8 to 6 on the other side of the bracket. That contest…

Superior Reds See Season End in Regional Title Game

Superior finishes the year with a overall record of 15-15.

July 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Reds entered play Wednesday needing two wins against Eau Claire to keep their season alive. After taking a 2-1 lead late in game one, Eau Claire rallied back to take the regional title with the 4 to 2 victory. Superior finishes the year with a overall record of 15-15. Categories: High School, Sports

Superior Reds Walk-Off Against Chippewa Falls, Set to Meet Eau Claire in Regional Title Game

The Reds are in search of their first state tournament berth since 2021.

July 23, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- It took extra innings to decide a winner between the Chippewa Falls Post 77 and Superior Reds baseball teams on Tuesday. Eventually in the bottom of the 13th, Superior walked it off, taking the 4 to 3 victory to begin regional play. Superior later faced Eau Claire in another regional game. Unfortunately, Eau Claire came away with the…

Superior Legion Baseball Hosting Regional Tournament

Double-elimination tournament begins Tuesday

July 22, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- With American Legion baseball teams now heading into the postseason, the Superior Post 435 Reds are aiming to reach their first state tournament in three years. The Reds (14-13) are hosting a three-team, double-elimination tournament that runs from Tuesday into Wednesday. “We started off in the beginning of the year talking about that ‘We not me’ type mentality,…

Hermantown Native Ryan Sandelin Joins Iowa Wild on One-Year Deal

Sandelin spent the last two seasons with the Colorado Eagles, the affiliate of the Avalanche.

July 11, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A former Hermantown standout is moving a little closer to home. Forward Ryan Sandelin has agreed to a one-year, two-way deal with the Iowa Wild, the AHL affiliate of the Minnesota Wild. He’s spent the last two seasons with the Colorado Eagles, who are the affiliate of the Avalanche. In 43 games, Sandelin tallied seven goals and three…

MIB’s Chris King Set to Join UMD Football in Fall of 2025

King was a monster on the defensive side of the ball, putting up 69 tackles and nine sacks.

July 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- A Mountain Iron-Buhl Ranger is staying close to home. Monday night, Offensive and defensive lineman Chris King announced his commitment to UMD. King was a monster on the defensive side of the ball, putting up 69 tackles, which was 2nd best on the team. He also led MIB with nine sacks. King received plenty of interest from…

Northwestern’s Boden Teal Commits to Play Football at Dordt University

Teal had quite the junior campaign for the Tigers, posting over 600 rushing yards, over 700 receiving yards, and tallying a total of 16 touchdowns.

July 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Northwestern running back, wide receiver, and defensive back Boden Teal knows where he’ll be playing next. Teal is heading to Dordt University in Sioux Center, Iowa. Dordt is a Division three team based out of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Teal had quite the junior campaign for the Tigers, posting over 600 rushing yards, over 700 receiving yards,…

Hibbing/Chisholm Boys to Play on Hockey Day Minnesota 2025

The Bluejackets will face Eden Prairie on January 25th in Shakopee.

July 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HIBBING, Minn.- The matchups were announced for Hockey Day Minnesota 2025 on Monday morning. Among the teams taking part include the Hibbing/Chisholm boys, who will face Eden Prairie on January 25th. It’s been a 12-year wait for the Bluejackets as they last suited up on the big day in 2013 in Grand Rapids. Hibbing/Chisholm is coming off a 19-9 season…

Grand Rapids Goaltender Carter Casey Invited to Hlinka Gretzky Cup Camp

If all goes well, Casey will be named to the U.S. Under-18 Select Team roster for the Hlinka Gretzky Cup.

July 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Current Grand Rapids goaltender Carter Casey has been invited to the Hlinka Gretzky Cup Camp. Casey, who is one of four goaltenders expected to participate at the camp, will head to St. Paul on July 26th and show off his skills for five days. If all goes well, he’ll be named to the U.S. Under-18 Select Team…

Duluth’s Nick Brothers Enjoying Final Summer As Teammates

Joe Nick to play for UWS baseball team

June 28, 2024

Ben Burns,

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…

Hermantown’s Max Plante Set to Become Latest Plante Family Member to Be Drafted into NHL

Max Plante is currently ranked 43rd for North American Skaters in the 2024 Draft Prospect Rankings.

June 28, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Plante family has plenty of ties to the NHL. Derek Plante played eight seasons in the league and won the Stanley Cup in 1999 with the Dallas Stars. His son, Zam was drafted in 2022 by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Now, Max, who will be Zam’s teammate at UMD this year, is slated to hear his name called…

Two Harbors’ Tate Nelson Announces Commitment to UMD Football

In 10 games last season, Nelson found the end zone 19 times with almost 800 yards on the ground.

June 28, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two Harbors junior running back and defensive back, Tate Nelson announced his commitment to UMD football late Thursday night. Nelson made the official announcement via his own personal Twitter page. In 10 games last season, he found the end zone 19 times with almost 800 yards on the ground. Nelson also played a key role in helping the Agates…

Proctor’s AJ Reyelts Hopeful to Hear Name Called at NHL Draft

Reyelts is currently 28th in the 2024 draft prospects rankings for North American goalies.

June 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Proctor goaltender A.J. Reyelts is no stranger to drafts. He’s heard his name called in the NAHL and most recently in the USHL draft. This weekend, he’s hoping to add NHL draftee to that list. Reyelts is currently 28th in the 2024 draft prospects rankings for North American goalies. And if he’s picked, he’s expected to go on…

Duluth Marshall’s Max Berrisford to Play College Baseball at St. Thomas

Berrisford was red hot at the dish, posting a batting average of .377.

June 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth Marshall baseball standout has found his college home. On Thursday, on his own personal Twitter page, junior catcher, pitcher, and infielder Max Berrisford announced he’ll be playing his college baseball at St. Thomas. Berrisford was red hot at the dish, posting a batting average of .377. He also was successful on the mound, striking out 49…

Northwood Names Jackson Terry as New Head Boys Basketball Coach

Terry takes over a veteran heavy squad that has 11 returners and went 9-16 a year ago.

June 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MINONG, Wis.- Northwood has a new head boys varsity coach. Jackson Terry is set to lead the Evergreens this upcoming winter. He takes over a veteran heavy squad that has 11 returners and went 9-16 a year ago. Terry is no stranger to the school as he teaches social studies and is also the softball coach for Northwood/Solon Springs. He replaces…

Cloquet Lumberjacks Coach Kids at Northland Baseball Camp

"It's a balance of having fun and getting to work"

June 19, 2024

Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- With kids in the Northland getting ready for a summer jam-packed with baseball, players from the Cloquet Lumberjacks stepped in to help teach youngsters at the Northland Baseball Camp. The camp was led by multiple area coaches, along with high school and college players from Cloquet. While the main focus of the camp was to teach kids the…

Coaches Corner: Nate Knutson

Led Northland Baseball Camp in Cloquet

June 14, 2024

Ben Burns,

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:…

Northwestern’s Cooper Lawton to Play College Football at UMD

Lawton is coming off a monster season in which he tallied 16 touchdowns and over 1,100 rushing yards.

June 14, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- A Northwestern football standout won’t have to travel far for his next team. On Thursday, junior running back and linebacker Cooper Lawton announced his commitment to UMD. He’s coming off a monster season in which he tallied 16 touchdowns and over 1,100 rushing yards. It’s a family affair as Lawton’s dad suited up and played offensive line for the…

Foley Halts Esko’s Chances at Repeating as Class AA State Champions

Esko defeated Le Sueur-Henderson 4-1 to claim 3rd place in Class AA.

June 14, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. CLOUD, Minn.- The Esko baseball team needed just one more win in order to advance to their 2nd straight Class AA state title game. Sadly, Foley spoiled that opportunity for Esko as they came away with a 4-0 victory on Friday afternoon in the semifinals. Trey Emmerich struck out 13 batters on the mound to lead the Falcons. Following…

Springfield Tops Cherry in “Battle of the Tigers” for Class A Title Game Berth

Cherry places 4th after they fell to Sacred Heart 5-3 in the 3rd place game.

June 14, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. CLOUD, Minn.- The Cherry baseball team saw their impressive season come to a close on Friday, falling to Springfield 4 to 2 in the Class A semifinals. A three-run 5th inning by Springfield proved to be the difference maker as they took a 4 to 1 lead into the later innings. Noah Sundquist was responsible for both of Cherry’s…

Mahtomedi Ends Grand Rapids’ Title Hopes for 2nd Straight Season

Grand Rapids took 3rd place after defeating Benilde-St. Margaret's 4-1.

June 14, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CHASKA, Minn.- The Grand Rapids baseball team entered state tournament play on Friday with a chance at redemption. The Thunderhawks met up with the Zephyrs of Mahtomedi for the 2nd straight year in the AAA semifinals. Sadly, like last year Mahtomedi came away with the victory as they ended Grand Rapids’ title hopes, 5 to 3. The Zephyrs put up…

Making First State Tournament Appearance in 16 Years, Cherry Victorious in Class A Quarterfinal

Cherry will next face Springfield at 1:30 PM on Friday.

June 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. CLOUD, Minn.- The Cherry baseball team achieved a bit of history as they made their first state tournament appearance in 16 years on Thursday. Cherry matched up with Lac qui Parle Valley in the Class A quarterfinals. It would be a fast start for the Tigers as they put up four runs in the bottom of the 1st. That…

Esko Baseball Plates Three in First Inning, Holds On Against Montevideo in AA Quarterfinals

Esko will next face Foley in the semifinals on Friday. First pitch is at 1:30 PM.

June 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. CLOUD, Minn.- The Esko baseball team began their Class AA state title defense on Thursday, facing Montevideo in the AA quarterfinals. Esko started fast, plating three runs in the bottom of the first, that included RBI’s from Bobby Thornton and Bryce Hipp. The team had a little bit of a scare in the 4th though, with the Eagles putting…

Two-Run 5th Lifts Grand Rapids Past Mankato East in AAA Quarterfinals

The Thunderhawks will next play Mahtomedi in the semifinals on Friday. First pitch is at noon.

June 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CHASKA, Minn.- The Grand Rapids baseball team made their record-setting 22nd state appearance on Thursday. They celebrated in style, coming away with the 4 to 3 win over Mankato East in the Class AAA quarterfinals. Easton Sjostrand pitched all seven innings, striking out eight batters. The Thunderhawks will next play Mahtomedi in the semifinals on Friday. First pitch is at…

Northwood/Solon Springs Baseball’s First State Tournament Ends in D4 Title Game Loss

Northwood/Solon Springs finishes the season with a 20-2 overall record.

June 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND CHUTE, Wis.- The Northwood/Solon Springs baseball team played in their first-ever state title game on Friday, as they battled with Eleva-Strum. Unfortunately, the Cardinals were just too much for the Green Eagles. Eleva-Strum put up seven runs in the first and four runs in the 2nd en route to an 11-1 victory. Blaise Kidder tallied the lone RBI for…

Grand Rapids Baseball Gears Up for Record-Setting 22nd State Tournament

Grand Rapids will take on Mankato East at 10 AM on Thursday in Chaska.

June 12, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- The Grand Rapids baseball team achieved history even before they play their first game at state on Thursday. And that’s make the tourney a MSHSL record 22nd time. In recent years, the team has had some success on the big stage. Under head coach Bill Kinnunen, the Thunderhawks have gone 6-1 in 1st round games. Rapids also…

Three Hermantown Hawks & Two Proctor Rails Selected in NAHL Draft

Hermantown's Weston Bohlman was the first local standout off the board as he was taken by North Iowa in the 4th round.

June 12, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Plenty of area hockey players hoped to hear their named called at the NAHL Draft on Wednesday. Hermantown’s Weston Bohlman was the first local standout off the board as he was taken by North Iowa in the 4th round. Next, were a pair of Proctor Rails as Kennan Reyelts went to Aberdeen at pick 159 and Tanner Ross…

Cherry Baseball Enters State With Big-Game Experience

Tigers facing Lac Qui Parle Valley in Quarterfinals

June 11, 2024

Ben Burns,

CHERRY, Minn.- Less than three months after Cherry won the MSHSL Boys Basketball Class A Championship, many of those same Tigers will be competing for a state title on the baseball field. Cherry won the Section 7A title for the first time in 16 years, defeating South Ridge 4-1 on Thursday. At 23-2 overall, the Tigers have won 22 of…

Northwood/Solon Springs Baseball to Play for Division 4 State Title

Northwood/Solon Springs will next face Eleva-Strum in the championship game on Thursday. First pitch is at 9:05 AM.

June 11, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND CHUTE, Wis.- In their first-ever state tournament appearance, the Northwood/Solon Springs baseball team will play for their first-ever state championship. On Tuesday, the Green Eagles shut out Johnson Creek, 7-0 in the state semifinals. Abraham Ahlberg pitched a gem, throwing 6 2/3 innings of shutout baseball on the mound. He also had three hits offensively with one run batted…

Northwestern High School Gets New Turf Football Field

June 10, 2024

Paige Hansen,

MAPLE, Wis.– Underneath the Friday night lights, Northwestern High School Football is known for drawing in fans. “It’s definitely a good community, the support around here is really nice and to watch fans come out here and cheer us on is a nice thing to have,” said Gage Nollet, member of the Northwestern football team. But concern arose when the…

Resilient Esko Baseball Team Set to Defend AA Title at State Tournament

First pitch between Esko and Montevideo is set for 3 PM on Thursday in St. Cloud.

June 10, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- There were points in the Section 7 AA tournament where it looked like the Esko baseball team wouldn’t be able to defend their Class AA state title. The first instance of adversity came in the quarterfinal round where Esko would trail 7 to 1 to Proctor at one point, only to rally back and walk it off 9…

Former Greyhound & Thunderhawk Kaden Nelson to Play College Hockey at Michigan State

Nelson last suited up for the Thunderhawks in 2022. In 27 games, he had 19 goals and 30 assists.

June 10, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Former Grand Rapids and Duluth East product Kaden Nelson is going to the Division one ranks. Over the weekend, Nelson announced his commitment to Michigan State, out of the Big Ten. Nelson last suited up for the Thunderhawks in 2022. In 27 games, he had 19 goals and 30 assists. Before his time at Rapids, he skated…

State Tournament Matchups Set for Minnesota Baseball Teams

Esko, Cherry earn top seeds

June 9, 2024

Ben Burns,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- As Minnesota’s top high school baseball teams prepare for their state championship runs, the MSHSL has unveiled the matchups for each division. Esko, the reigning Class AA champions, have earned the top seed and will face Montevideo in the first round. Montevideo won Section 3AA with a 20-5 record and will play in their first state tournament since…

Ahlberg Brings Big League Mindset to Small School Team

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

June 7, 2024

Ben Burns,

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…