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Duluth East & Duluth Denfeld Boys Soccer Settle for 0-0 Tie

Cannon Peak had 10 saves in net for the Hunters. On the other end, Gray Knutson had five saves for the Greyhounds.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In the annual rivalry game between the Duluth East and Duluth Denfeld boys soccer teams, neither came out as a winner. On Wednesday night, the two teams battled to a 0-0 tie. Cannon Peak had 10 saves in net for the Hunters. On the other end, Gray Knutson had five saves for the Greyhounds. Duluth Denfeld will play…

Prep Vb Web 917
High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Esko & Duluth East Claim Straight Set Victories

Esko earned their 12th win of the season. Meanwhile, Duluth East claimed their 5th.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- In a battle of two of the area’s best volleyball teams, Esko reigned supreme over Grand Rapids on Tuesday night. Esko took down the Thunderhawks in straight sets, improving to 12-2 on the year. In other prep volleyball action, Duluth East earned their 5th win by defeating Proctor in straight sets.   Categories: High School, Sports

Paige Johnson Web 917
High School, Sports

Superior’s Paige Johnson Commits to Play for UMD Softball

Last season, Johnson was a Wisconsin D1 Honorable Mention as she batted .521 with eight home runs and 31 RBI's.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior softball’s Paige Johnson announced her college commitment on Tuesday evening. She won’t have to travel far for her next team as she’ll suit up for the Bulldogs in 2026. Last season, Johnson was a Wisconsin D1 Honorable Mention as she batted .521 with eight home runs and 31 RBI’s. Johnson also got it done defensively, boasting a…

Sandelin Web 917
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Hain & Sandelin Invited to Wild Training Camp, Loheit Released From Tryout Contract

The Wild's training camp begins on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Two former local standouts will join the rest of the Wild roster at their upcoming training camp. Hermantown’s Ryan Sandelin and Grand Rapids’ Gavin Hain were among Iowa Wild players who were invited to the pro camp. Hain has been with in the Wild’s system since he wrapped up his college career with North Dakota in 2023….

Gsoc Web 2
High School, Sports

Prep Soccer: Cloquet-Carlton Wins Eighth Straight, Rails Tie With Agates

Lumberjacks 9-1 in 2024 season
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer team have now gone eight games in a row without giving up a goal, shutting down Duluth Denfeld 2-0 Monday night. Mackenzie Lynch and Makena Smith scored the Lumberjacks’ two goals, the latter of which was Smith’s seventh goal on the season. This win puts Cloquet-Carlton at 9-1 on the season while Denfeld falls…

Htown Bsoc Web 916
High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Soccer Shuts Out Duluth Marshall to Clinch Road Victory

Owen Landrigan had the lone goal for the Hawks in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hermantown boys soccer team continued their winning ways on Monday, defeating Duluth Marshall 1 to 0. Owen Landrigan had the lone goal for the Hawks in the victory. Hermantown will next play at Grand Rapids on Thursday. As for Duluth Marshall, they’ll be at Hibbing/Chisholm on Friday. Categories: High School, Sports

Prep Fb Web 913
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Football: Cloquet & Esko Earn Week 3 Victories, Two Harbors & Superior Fall

In Minnesota it was week three on Friday night. As for Wisconsin, it was week four.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet football team earned their first win of the season on Friday, defeating previously unbeaten Duluth East 47 to 22. The Lumberjacks improve to 1-2 on the season and will next play at Rock Ridge on September 20th. Duluth East will look to rebound next week against rival Duluth Denfeld. In other prep football action, Esko extended…

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Top Plays: 9/13

Nelson makes top-shelf catch, Manns goes 33 yards for score
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of Lake Superior Conference offensive playmakers are featured in this week’s Top Plays. At number two, Superior’s Jackson Nelson leaped over his defender’s helmet to make a deep catch in the fog against Eau Claire North. At number one, Duluth Denfeld’s Taye Manns stiff-armed a Pine City defender on a 33-yard touchdown, which was one of…

C Corner Web 913
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Coaches Corner: Blane Tetreault

In Tetreault's first season at the helm, the Greyhounds are off to a 3-0 start.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s coaches corner, we’re joined by Blane Tetreault of the Duluth East football team. In Tetreault’s first season at the helm, the Greyhounds are off to a 2-1 start. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld
High School, Sports

Manns, Hunters Race Past Pine City

Denfeld improves to 3-0
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- In their first home game since their 2023 playoff loss, the Duluth Denfeld football team flexed their muscles and showed their speed in Thursday’s 56-0 win over Pine City. Senior Taye Manns had his fair share of game breaking plays, including an interception returned for a touchdown on the second play from scrimmage. Manns followed that up with…

Bsoc 912 Web
High School, Sports

Boys Soccer: C-E-C Tops Duluth East, Denfeld and Superior Settle for Tie

C-E-C will next play Grand Rapids on Saturday at noon.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton picked up a hard fought win on Thursday, defeating Duluth East 2-1. The two teams were tied at one at the half, before C-E-C pulled away in the 2nd half. C-E-C will next play Grand Rapids on Saturday at noon. As for Duluth East (4-4-1), they will host Moorhead on Saturday. In other prep boys soccer…

Addison Sandman
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Addison Sandman

Co-Captain for Cloquet/Carlton girls soccer team
Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- As the Cloquet/Carlton girls soccer team hunts for its fourth-straight Section 7AA title, Addison Sandman has become a critical part of the Lumberjackets’ success at midfield. “In my opinion, without the midfield, there wouldn’t be a soccer team,” says Sandman, who’s a co-captain in her senior season. “(Addison)’s the best, my favorite person to play with,” says junior…

D East Bsoc Web 910
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Soccer Hands Grand Rapids 1st Loss of Season

Duluth East (4-3-1) will next play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton on Thursday night.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys soccer team did something that no other team has done so far this season, and that’s defeat Grand Rapids. The Greyhounds had four different goal-scorers in the contest to take down the Thunderhawks 4 to 1 on Tuesday night. (Z. Wallerstein, B. Mitchell, A. Bolf, J. Meyer.) Duluth East (4-3-1) will next play at…

Cloquet/Carlton
High School, Sports

Lumberjacks Win Sixth Straight, Score Six Against Bluejackets

Pavlatos scores hat trick
Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn- The Cloquet/Carlton girls soccer team wasted no time finding the back of the net in Monday’s 6-0 win over Hibbing/Chisholm. The Lumberjacks scored three goals in a span of 10 minutes, including the game’s first goal less than 30 seconds after the opening whistle. Freshman Aubrey Pavlatos, who entered the game with one goal on the season, scored…

Superior Vb Web 99
High School, Sports

Superior Volleyball Earns 2nd Straight Victory with Sweep of Duluth Marshall

The Spartans improve to 4-10 on the season and will next play at Eau Claire North on Tuesday.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior volleyball team continued their winning ways on Monday, defeating Duluth Marshall in straight sets. The Spartans improve to 4-10 on the season and will next play at Eau Claire North on Tuesday. As for Duluth Marshall, they’ll be at Northeast Range on Saturday. Categories: High School, Sports

Hartl Web 99
High School, Sports

Moose Lake’s Mallory Hartl to Play College Hockey at Providence College

Hartl has protected the net for the Rebels the last five seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn.- A current Moose Lake goaltender will make the jump to the division one ranks once her time with the Rebels is done. Goaltender Mallory Hartl announced her commitment to Providence College over the weekend. Hartl has protected the net for the last five seasons. During that time, she’s had a saves percentage over 86 percent. Hartl also…

Cloquet Carlton
High School, Sports

Cloquet/Carlton Girls Soccer Not Ready to Slow Down

Three-time defending section champions
Ben Burns,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Cloquet/Carlton girls soccer team have claimed three straight section 7AA championships, and they have no plans of ending their reign. The Lumberjacks have started the 2024 season 6-1 overall, giving up only two goals in their seven games. This year’s team is led by nine seniors, along with junior and rising star Lauren Hughes. What makes them…

Jacion Owens
High School, Sports

Esko’s Jacion Owens Commits to MSU-Moorhead

Plays quarterback, defensive back for defending section 7AAA champions
Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- One of the top playmakers in Minnesota’s section 7AAA has found his next football home. Senior Jacion Owens has committed do Minnesota State University-Moorhead, a Division II program in the NSIC. Owens is currently in his second year as Esko’s starting quarterback. However, he’s had an equal impact as a defensive back, where he’ll likely line up for…

Coaches Corner Web
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Coaches Corner: Mike Sengbush

Duluth Marshall coming off 2023 Section 7A Championship
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Mike Sengbush of the Duluth Marshall Boys Soccer team. Sengbush discusses coming off a section championship, how the Hilltoppers can recover from early struggles, and why he still loves coaching soccer after decades on the sidelines. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Top Plays: 9/6

Superior, Esko defense steps up; Hill scores for UWS
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- A pair of defensive football plays and a big-time UWS goal have made the cut for this week’s top plays. At number three, Superior Defensive Lineman Garret Rivord is able to track down a batted pass for an interception against River Falls. At number two, Esko’s Easton Harker forced a fumble on a sack, resulting in Heath Sunnarborg…

Prep Fb Web 96
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Prep Football: Hermantown, Two Harbors, Esko, & Duluth East Earn Wins, Superior Falls

For prep football teams in Minnesota, it was week two. As for Wisconsin, it was week three.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The prep football season rolled on Friday night with Minnesota competing in their week two matchups and Wisconsin competing in their week three matchups. Some of the notable scores include: Cloquet 6, Hermantown 35 FINAL Mora 0, Two Harbors 48 FINAL Esko 56, Proctor 0 FINAL Hibbing 0, Duluth East 36 FINAL River Falls 44, Superior 20 FINAL…

Smith Web 96
High School, Sports

Proctor’s Lily Smith to Play College Basketball at Grand View University

Smith currently has 760 career points for the Rails.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Proctor senior guard Lily Smith announced where her next step will be on Thursday. Smith will suit up for Grand View University beginning in the winter of 2025. In 29 games last season, she averaged almost 15 points per game for the Rails. She also got it done at the charity stripe, making 83 percent of her free…

Vb Web Take 2
High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Hermantown & Grand Rapids Stay Unbeaten, Superior Sweeps Northwestern

Hermantown and Grand Rapids will meet on October 1st.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown volleyball team improved to 4-0 on Thursday, defeating rival Proctor in straight sets. The scores were as follows: 25-22, 25-21 and, 25-20. Gabi Arntson led Hermantown with eight kills in the victory. In other prep volleyball action, Grand Rapids is now 3-0 after taking down Duluth Denfeld in three sets. The Thunderhawks will next play at…

Tate Nelson
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Tate Nelson

Two Harbors senior to play for UMD in 2025
Ben Burns,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- As a high school senior at Two Harbors, Tate Nelson will soon achieve his dreams of playing for the UMD football team. “It’s a place that I’ve been cheering for all my life, going to games almost every weekend, just growing up around the team,” says Nelson. “It’s kind of been a spot that I’ve always been…

Htown Vb Web 93
High School, Sports

Hermantown Volleyball Stays Unbeaten with Road Victory at Duluth East

Hermantown (3-0) will next host Proctor on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hermantown volleyball team improved to 3-0 on Tuesday, defeating Duluth East in four sets. The scores of the contest were as follows: Set 1:  Hermantown 25, Duluth East 18 Set 2:  Hermantown 25, Duluth East 18 Set 3:  Duluth East 25, Hermantown 17 Set 4:  Hermantown 25, Duluth East 22 Hermantown (3-0) will next host Proctor on…

Htown Bsoc Web 93
High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Soccer Scores Early & Often to Top Hibbing/Chisholm

Hermantown will next play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys soccer team picked up a home win on Tuesday, defeating Hibbing/Chisholm 5 to 0. Hermantown wasted no time in the first half, scoring just 27 seconds into the contest. Brennan Malmstrom was the goal scorer. After that they didn’t look back, putting up four more goals. Braeden Malkovich led the team with two. Hermantown will…

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Top Plays: 8/30

Lewis, Paine, Adamski break off big runs
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Three Minnesota football teams were able to pull of game-breaking touchdown runs in their season-opening games this week. At number three, Hermantown’s Aidan Adamski pulled off a 41-yard touchdown, marking his first touchdown as a Hawk following his transfer from Duluth Marshall (previously played for Two Harbors). At number two, Mesabi East’s Landon Paine dashed 67 yards off…

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Prep Football: Hermantown Retains Hammer, Two Harbors & Northwestern Earn First Wins

Minnesota prep football teams kicked off their seasons. Meanwhile in Wisconsin, it was week two.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown football team will hold onto the hammer for another year. On Friday, the Hawks defeated Proctor 72 to 0 in their annual rivalry game to begin the year at 1-0. Hermantown (1-0) will next host Cloquet on September 6th. Proctor (0-1) will try to bounce back against Esko also on September 6th. In other prep football…

Ht Gsoc Web 829
High School, Sports

Hermantown Girls Soccer Shuts Out Proctor for 1st Win of Season

Claire Niksich and Kaija Markovich were the goal scorers for the Hawks.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Hermantown girls soccer team picked up their first win on Thursday, shutting out Proctor 2-0. Claire Niksich and Kaija Markovich were the goal scorers for the Hawks. Hermantown (1-2-1) will next host Hibbing/Chisholm on September 5th. Proctor (1-2-1) is hosting Cloquet/Carlton on September 3rd. Categories: High School, Sports

High School Football
High School, Sports

Prep Football: Greyhounds Shock Esko, Giants Stomp South Ridge

Esko's first regular season loss in four years
Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- The Blane Tetrault Era of Duluth East Football had an emphatic entrance on Thursday, defeating three-time defending section champion Esko 24-14 in their season opener. The Greyhounds’ defense gave Esko plenty of problems, forcing four turnovers through fumbles in the first half. Meanwhile, running back Michael Lewis scored two first-half touchdowns with the help of his offensive line….

Soc Web 828
High School, Sports

Prep Soccer: Duluth Marshall Boys Fall, Duluth East Girls Protect Home Turf

Duluth Marshall (1-3) will next play at Duluth Denfeld on Friday at 11 AM. Meanwhile, the Greyhound girls improve to 2-1 and will travel to play Minneapolis Southwest on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys soccer team tried to get back on track on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the woes continued as the Hilltoppers fell to Mounds View, 5-1 at home. Briar Mrozik had the lone goal for Marshall in the contest. Duluth Marshall (1-3) will next play at Duluth Denfeld on Friday at 11 AM. In other prep soccer action,…

Vb Web Use Me
High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Hermantown & Duluth East Improve to 2-0 on the Season

The Hawks and Greyhounds will face off against one another on September 3rd.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown volleyball team continued their strong start to the season on Tuesday, defeating Esko in four sets. The scores were as follows: 25-23 (Hermantown), 22-25 (Esko), 25-19 (Hermantown), 25-17 (Hermantown) Claire Kaups led Hermantown with 15 kills. Hermantown (2-0) will next play at Duluth East on September 3rd. Speaking of the Greyhounds, they also improved to 2-0 on…

Denfeld Bsoc Web 827
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Soccer Blanks North Branch for 1st Win

Tyler Northfield led the Hunters with two goals in the contest.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team picked up their first win of the season on Tuesday, defeating North Branch 3-0. Tyler Northfield led the Hunters with two goals in the contest. Ben Senich had the other goal for Denfeld. In net, Cannon Peak stopped all five shots he saw. Duluth Denfeld (1-2) will next host Lakeville South on…

Ht Girls Tennis Web 826
High School, Sports

Hermantown Girls Tennis Picks Up 1st Win in Road Contest Against Duluth Marshall

The Hawks won three out of the four singles matches and all three doubles matches.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hermantown girls tennis team picked up their first win of the season on Monday, defeating Duluth Marshall 6 to 1. The Hawks won three out of the four singles matches and all three doubles matches. Hermantown will next play at Grand Rapids on Tuesday. As for Duluth Marshall, they’ll face Cloquet on Wednesday. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Hermantown Senior Aidan Adamski Commits to St. Thomas Football

Last season, Adamski suited up for Two Harbors and tallied 54 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, and four sacks.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A current Hermantown Hawk knows where he’ll be suiting up next year. Senior defensive end and fullback Aidan Adamski announced his commitment to St. Thomas over the weekend. Last season, Adamski suited up for Two Harbors and tallied 54 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, and four sacks. He also found the end zone twice, once offensively and once…

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Top Play: 8/23

Northwestern's Nelson recovers fumble for defensive touchdown
Ben Burns,

MAPLE, Wis.- It’s not often that defensive linemen are able to get their hands on the ball, let alone score touchdowns. On Friday, Northwestern’s Finley Nelson recovered a fumble in the end zone following a botched jet sweep handoff by Prescott. This marked the Tigers’ first touchdown of the season, but it was their only score in a 42-8 loss…

Fb Web 823
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Northwestern & Superior Football Suffer Season-Opening Defeats

Friday was opening night for prep football teams in Wisconsin.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

MAPLE, Wis.- The three-time defending Heart O’North champions, the Northwestern football team began their 2024 campaign on Friday. Unfortunately, their opponent Prescott was too much for the Tigers as they came away with the 42 to 8 victory. The contest was Northwestern’s first opening week loss since 2008. Northwestern (0-1) will try to bounce back next Friday at home against…

Cec Bsoc Web 823
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Two Rivers Spoils Season & Home Opener for C-E-C Boys Soccer

Collin Young had the lone goal for the Lumberjacks.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys soccer team began their season on Friday against another state tournament team from a year ago in Two Rivers. After scoring less than eight minutes into the contest, C-E-C let up two goals to end the half and that proved to be the difference maker as they fell to Warriors, 2-1. Collin Young had the…

Northwestern football
High School, Sports

Northwestern Not Shying Away From High Expectations

10-2 in 2023, eliminated in third round
Ben Burns,

MAPLE, Wis.- After losing on their home field in a stunning WIAA Level 3 loss to St. Croix Falls, the Northwestern High School football team is ready to kick it up a notch this season. In 2023, the Tigers finished 10-2 overall, marking the seventh straight season with at least one playoff victory. Eighth-year head coach Jovin Kroll will have…

Vb Web 822
High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Hermantown Sweeps Marshall, Duluth East Rallies Past Blaine

For the fourth straight year, Hermantown began their campaign with a straight set victory over Duluth Marshall.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A number of area volleyball teams began their regular seasons on Thursday night. For the fourth straight year, Hermantown began their campaign with a straight set victory over Duluth Marshall. The Hawks (1-0) return home Tuesday to face Esko. Duluth Marshall (0-1) continues their homestand by taking on Proctor on Tuesday. In other volleyball action, Duluth East dropped…

D East Gsoc Web 821
High School, Sports

Duluth East Girls Soccer Hoping Retooled Roster Helps Make Next Step

Duluth East's season begins on Thursday as they host Woodbury.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls soccer team has gradually improved over the past couple of seasons. They took a step further in 2023 by posting a 12-4-2 record with an appearance in the 7AAA semifinals. However, it’ll be interesting to see how the beginning of 2024 goes for the team as they deal with a whopping 15 seniors gone…

Cloq Vb 821
High School, Sports

Cloquet Volleyball Looks to Fill Void of 5 Seniors Lost From a Year Ago

Cloquet's first game of the season will come on August 27th at Duluth East.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- For three straight seasons, the Cloquet Volleyball team has competed for the Section title in 7AAA. And in all of those three seasons they’ve fallen just short to Grand Rapids. With a new campaign on the horizon, the Lumberjacks will look to kick down the door this year. But, they will have to do so with a number…

Francisco Web 821
High School, Sports

Hermantown’s A.J. Francisco to Play College Hockey at Notre Dame

Just this past season, the defenseman and forward tallied 13 goals and 17 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown’s A.J. Francisco is set to play for Notre Dame beginning in the 2026-2027 season. Just this past season, the defenseman and forward tallied 13 goals and 17 assists in his only year on the Hawks varsity team. This upcoming winter, Francisco is set to skate for the U.S. National Under-17 Team, joining fellow Hermantown native Victor Plante…

Haugen Web 821
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Esko’s Sam Haugen Set to Join Brother Cale on MSU-Mankato Baseball Team

In Haugen's junior season with Esko, he hit .444 with 36 hits and 33 runs batted in.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko’s Sam Haugen knows where his next home will be. And it just so happens to be with his brother Cale at Minnesota State- Mankato. On Wednesday, Haugen confirmed his commitment to the Mavericks in a Twitter post. In Haugen’s junior season with Esko, he hit .444 with 36 hits and 33 runs batted in. He also reached…

D East Gtenn Web 820
High School, Sports

Duluth East Girls Tennis Takes Down Crosstown Rivals Duluth Denfeld

The Greyhounds are now 2-2 on the season and will next face Buffalo and Hermantown on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls tennis team picked up their 2nd win of the season on Tuesday, defeating Duluth Denfeld 5 to 2. Singles: No. 1 – Maria Oppelt, Denfeld def. Cedar Fischer, Duluth East, 6-4 , 6-4. No. 2 – MacMillan Anissa, Denfeld def. Nora Good, Duluth East, 6-3 , 4-6 , 10-8. No. 3 – Mae McCall,…

Scott Anderson
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Denfeld’s Anderson Reflects on Coaching Career as 30th Season Looms

Anderson thankful for players, Denfeld community
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- As the Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team prepares for the 2024 season, Head Coach Scott Anderson was honored for his storied career at the Hunters’ helm. Anderson is entering his 30th season coaching Duluth Denfeld after starting his time with the Hunters as an assistant coach. He’s also been a part of Gitchee Gumee Soccer Club from its…

Two Harbors Football
High School, Sports

Two Harbors Poised for Season Against Section Heavyweights

Finished 7-3 in 2023 season
Ben Burns,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- With many of their top weapons of the 2023 season back in pads, the Two Harbors football team has eyes on competing for the Section 7AAA title. Over the past five seasons, the Agates have been eliminated in the section semifinals. Yet, with returning stars like quarterback Jacob Carpenter and offensive weapon Tate Nelson, head coach Tom…

Sup Bhky
High School, Sports

Longtime Assistant Rob Downs Named New Head Coach of Superior Boys Hockey

Former head coach Evan Nelson is staying on the staff as an assistant coach.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys hockey coaching staff has shaken up a bit. Evan Nelson is stepping down as the head coach after two seasons at the helm. Longtime assistant Rob Downs is set to take over after 19 seasons on the staff. Nelson isn’t leaving the team though as he’s expected to serve as an assistant this upcoming season….