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Eliason
College, High School, Sports

Northwestern’s Trevor Eliason Commits to Play Football at UW-Whitewater

On the field, Eliason would find the end zone five times and tally six and a half sacks on the defensive side.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Another Northwestern standout will be making the next step in their football career. The latest being all-state tight end and defensive end Trevor Eliason. Eliason announced via his own twitter page that he will suit up for the Warhawks of UW-Whitewater next fall. The senior would rack up plenty of honors as he was all-region and 1st team…

Northern Star
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Red the Rink by Carson Gotelaere and Caden Lia

It was only fitting that the Spartans first two goals were scored by Gotelaere just seconds in, followed by a power play goal by Lia later in the first period.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Last Friday, the Superior boys hockey team traded their blue jerseys for red ones, and packed the stands for a cause bigger than hockey. An event led by seniors Caden Lia and Carson Gotelaere. “I just wanted to because I had a personal connection, with my Grandpa and seeing everything he went through and just wanting to…

D East Bhky
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: Duluth East Boys Snap Denfeld’s Six Game Winning Streak 4-0

Duluth East (9-6-1) will next play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team took bragging rights on Tuesday as they downed rival Duluth Denfeld 4-0. With the loss, Duluth Denfeld’s win streak is stopped at six. The Greyhounds would outshoot the Hunters 43-10. Duluth East (9-6-1) will next play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton on Thursday. Duluth Denfeld (10-6-1) will look to bounce back at home on Friday…

Prep Girls Hoops
High School, Sports

Prep Girls Basketball: Proctor Cruises by Cromwell-Wright, Duluth East Rally Late to Pick Up Eighth Straight

The Greyhounds were led by senior Rachel Hagen with 24 points in the win.
Cam Derr,

  PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team hosted a tough Cromwell-Wright team on Monday night. The Rails got out to a hot start in the first half and never cooled down, picking up the 63-45 win. Meanwhile, Esko welcomed in Duluth East who has been on a roll, with seven straight wins. The Eskomos were up to start the…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Steve Pitoscia

For this week's segment we hear from Duluth East boys hockey head coach, Steve Pitoscia.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this weeks’ Coaches Corner, we talk with head coach of the Duluth East boys hockey team, Steve Pitoscia. The Greyhounds had a stellar month of December, turning over into the New Year, going 8-2-1 in their last 11 games. Pitoscia talks his experience playing for Duluth East, their recent section win over Grand Rapids and the final…

Hockey 11223
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: Hermantown Boys Improve to 10-0-1, Marshall Girls Outlast Moose Lake in OT

Hermantown would outshoot Cathedral 49 to 12 in the contest.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team would keep their unbeaten streak alive on Thursday, defeating St. Cloud Cathedral 4-1. Hermantown would outshoot Cathedral 49 to 12 in the contest. The Hawks (10-0-1) will next play at Warroad on Saturday. In girls action, Duluth Marshall would take down Moose Lake Area 3 to 2 in overtime. The Hilltoppers (12-5-1) will…

Prep Gbb
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Girls Basketball’s Big Second Half Carries Thunderhawks to Twelfth Straight Win

Grand Rapids will next travel to take on Princeton at noon on Saturday. While, Duluth Marshall will take on Crosby-Ironton, Saturday at 6 pm on the road. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Grand Rapids girls basketball team picked up their twelfth straight win, Thursday night 72-57 on the road against Duluth Marshall. The Hilltoppers put up a tough fight in the first half, but the Thunderhawks stormed back in the second half to earn the victory. Grand Rapids will next travel to take on Princeton at noon on Saturday….

Prep Bb 11023 Final Take
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Duluth East Boys Hand Hermantown 1st Loss, Superior Girls Extend Win Streak to 10

The Greyhounds were led by Patrick Smith, who had 16 points in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys basketball team would hand Hermantown their 1st loss on Tuesday, 65 to 58. The Greyhounds were led by Patrick Smith, who had 16 points in the victory. Duluth East (8-1) will next play at Grand Rapids on Thursday. In girls action, Superior extended their winning streak to 10 after topping Duluth Marshall 77 to…

Esko Prc
High School, Sports

Esko Girls Basketball Outlasts Proctor in Final Seconds

Next up, Esko will take on Hibbing on the road, Friday for a 7 PM start. While, Proctor will looks to bounce back, hosting Cromwell-Wright , Monday for a 7:15 PM tip-off. 
Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team pulled ahead of Proctor in the final seconds of the game Monday night, winning 51-49. The game was tightly played by both teams. The Rails pulled ahead with two seconds left before half time, but the Eskomos rallied in the second half to earn the close victory. Next up, Esko will take on…

Mib Cherry Fi
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: MIB Falls in Tough Match-up, Cherry Earns Dominating Win at the Lake Superior Classic

The Rangers will look to bounce back, Monday, at home when they face off with International Falls. While, Cherry will host Bigfork, Tuesday. Both games are scheduled for a 7:15 tip off.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Lake Superior Classic was hosted Saturday at Duluth East High school with 14 schools from all over the state participating. The Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team was faced with a tough opponent in Providence Academy. The Rangers stayed tough through the first half, however the Lions would find a spark in the final frame, winning it 87-53….

Gr East
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Hockey Stuns Grand Rapids

Next up, the Greyhounds with face off with Stillwater, Saturday at 6 PM. The Thunderhawks will look to bounce back, hosting Superior, Tuesday at 7 PM. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team hosted Grand Rapids at the Duluth Heritage Center, Friday for a big rivalry game. The Thunderhawks earned the win in their last match-up 3-2, but Friday’s game was a different story. The Greyhounds shut-out Rapids in dominating fashion with a 6-0 final. Next up, the Greyhounds with face off with Stillwater, Saturday…

Hermantown Bbb
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Hermantown Boys Improve to 6-0 with Home Victory against Rock Ridge

The Hawks (6-0) will next play Sauk Rapids-Rice Saturday at Duluth East High School.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys basketball team stayed unbeaten on the season on Friday, defeating Rock Ridge 108 to 77. The Hawks (6-0) will next play Sauk Rapids-Rice Saturday at Duluth East High School. Tip-off is at 1:45 PM. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Denfeld Bhky
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: Duluth Denfeld Boys Blank Proctor for 3rd Straight Victory

Nolan Harju and Johnny Scott would each find the back of the net for the Hunters.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team extended their win streak to three on Thursday, defeating Proctor 2 to 0. Nolan Harju and Johnny Scott would each find the back of the net for the Hunters. The Hunters (7-5-1) will next play at North Shore on Friday. Categories: High School, Sports

Hoff
College, High School, Sports

Marshall Head Coach Callie Hoff to Play for Team USA at FISU Winter Worlds University Games

Hoff and Team USA will begin red robin play on January 11th against Japan.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- An amazing opportunity awaits Duluth Marshall head coach Callie Hoff. Hoff will be competing for Team USA at the upcoming FISU Winter Worlds University Games in Lake Placid, New York. Hoff just wrapped up a stellar career for UW-River Falls in where she became the Falcons all-time scoring leader and was a two time All-American. Hoff and Team…

Prep Gbb
High School, Sports

Guenther Grabs 1,000th Career Rebound in Greyhounds Win, Superior Extends Win Streak to 8

Guenther would also account for 26 points in the win.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a night to remember for Duluth East senior guard Ashlynne Guenther grabbed her 1,000th career rebound in Duluth East’ 62-46 victory over Hermantown on Tuesday. Guenther would also account for 26 points in the win. Her teammate, Rachel Hagen would pitch in with 17. Duluth East (4-6) will next play at Duluth Denfeld on Friday. In…

Luke Sedin
College, High School, Sports

Northwestern’s Luke Sedin to Play Football & Baseball at UW-Stout

Sedin and the Tigers finished with an overall record of 10-1.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Northwestern football standout Luke Sedin will get to play two sports at the next level. Sedin committed to UW-Stout on Saturday to play football and baseball for the Blue Devils. Sedin won a number of accolades this past season. Most notably the Heart O’North Offensive Player of the Year as well as being named an all-state defensive back….

Mirage
High School, Sports

Mirage Skate Past Northern Stars in Outdoor Game at Woodland Park

The Mirage (9-3-2) will next host Moose Lake Area on January 3rd.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team would pick up win number nine on the year outdoors as they defeated Duluth 5 to 1 on Saturday. The Mirage (9-3-2) will next host Moose Lake Area on January 3rd. As for the Northern Stars, they’ll play at Hibbing/Chisholm on January 3rd.   Categories: High School, Sports

Duluth East Gbb
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Duluth East Girls Protect Home Floor Versus Forest Lake

Duluth East (3-6) will next host Hermantown on January 3rd.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls basketball team made it two wins in a row on Thursday, defeating Forest Lake 63 to 51. The Greyhounds were led by Ashlynne Guenther who finished with a team-leading 21 points. Sydney Zwak would also have 12 points in the victory. Duluth East (3-6) will next host Hermantown on January 3rd. Categories: High School,…

Cec Wins Title
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: C-E-C Boys Claim Heritage Holiday Inn Classic Title, North Shore Falls

The Lumberjacks were led by Patrick Dunaiski, who had two goals in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys hockey team claimed the Heritage Holiday Inn Classic title on Thursday, defeating Park of Cottage Grove 5 to 2. The Lumberjacks were led by Patrick Dunaiski, who had two goals in the victory. C-E-C (6-2) will next host Mounds View on January 2nd. In other hockey action, North Shore would fall to Red Lake Falls…

Hermantown Bhky
High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Hockey Notches Home-Opening Win Over Delano

The Hawks were led by Wyatt Carlson, who had a hat trick in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- After nearly a month on the road, the Hermantown boys hockey team had their first home game of the season on Wednesday, defeating Delano 8 to 0. The Hawks were led by Wyatt Carlson, who had a hat trick in the victory. Hermantown (5-0-1) will next be in action Thursday at East Grand Forks. Categories: High School, Sports

Holiday Gbb
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Cloquet & Cromwell-Wright Girls Earn Day 1 Wins at Wood City Classic

The Lumberjacks were led by Alexa Snesrud, who had 22 points in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet girls basketball team would protect their home court on Day 1 of the Wood City Classic on Tuesday, defeating Mesabi East 69 to 52. The Lumberjacks were led by Alexa Snesrud, who had 22 points in the victory. Cloquet will next play Rock Ridge on Wednesday at 4:30 PM. In other girls action, Cromwell-Wright would rally…

Holiday Hky
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: C-E-C, Ely, & Irondale Boys All Grab Holiday Tournament Victories

Owen Hindermann and Andy Larson would each tally a goal for the Hunters.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team would suffer a tough loss on Tuesday, falling to Irondale 3 to 2 on the first day of the Heritage Holiday Inn Classic. Owen Hindermann and Andy Larson would each tally a goal for the Hunters. Earlier in the day, Cloquet-Esko-Carlton defeated Apple Valley/Burnsville 9 to 3 to advance to the semifinals…

Marsh Gbb
High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Girls Basketball Driven by Young Talent and Depth

The Hilltoppers return to action, Thursday in the Granite City Classic. 
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- Averaging 79 points per game and leading the Lake Superior Conference with an undefeated record, those numbers are typically seen from a team of veterans. But, for the Duluth Marshall girls basketball team, that’s not the case. In fact, the Hilltoppers are stacked with young talent and lots of depth. Eight players on the varsity team are…

Haugen Slam
High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: Esko Gets the Best of Duluth Marshall

Both teams will compete through Wednesday when the tournament concludes, taking on Hinkley/Finlayson. 
Cam Derr,

ESKO, Minn.- The 42nd annual Coaches Classic Tournament tipped off, Monday evening with Duluth Marshall versus Esko. The Eskomos saw six players have a double figure night on their way to a 101-46 win over the Hilltoppers. Both teams will compete through Wednesday when the tournament concludes, taking on Hinkley/Finlayson. Categories: High School, Sports

Sup Gbb
High School, Sports

Superior Girls Basketball Extends Hot Streak with Win Over East

The Spartans have now won five straight games.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior girls basketball team tacked on another win, Thursday night, defeating Duluth East 79-51. The Spartans have now won five straight games. Superior will be back in action, Wednesday December 28 in the Marshfield Holiday Classic. While, Duluth East will look to bounce back, Tuesday December 27 at Coon Rapids. Categories: High School, Sports

East Bhky
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Hockey Picks Up 5th Victory Against Duluth Marshall

Grant Winkler and Thomas Gunderson each had two goals in the contest for the Greyhounds.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team improved to 5-5 on the year on Thursday, defeating Duluth Marshall 7-0. Grant Winkler and Thomas Gunderson each had two goals in the contest for the Greyhounds. Duluth East (5-5) will next host Blaine on December 30th. Categories: High School, Sports

Northern Star
High School, Sports

Northern Star: Chloe Johnson

Chloe is ranked first in the country for the class of 2028 by ASGR, an organization who's focus is on exposing the best girls basketball players in the U.S. to college recruitment opportunities, but despite that she knows there is still room for improvement. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Live, sleep and breath basketball. That’s what the Marshall Hilltoppers, leading scorer, 13-year old Chloe Johnson lives by. It’s because of that dedication, her talents have gained recognition on a national scale. Chloe, a seventh grader on the Marshall girls varsity basketball team is far beyond her years. She’s ranked first in the country for the class of…

Gr Cec Hky
High School, Sports

Hermantown and Grand Rapids Pick Up Conference Road Wins

Hermantown's Wyatt Carlson posted a hat-trick.
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- A section championship rematch at the Heritage Center tonight, between Hermantown and Duluth Denfeld. Wyatt Carlson led the Hawks with a hat trick, on the way to a dominating 8-1 win. Both teams will be back in action Thursday. Hermantown will hit the road for a game against Orono, for a 7 PM puck drop. While, the…

Prep Bbb
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Knock Off Denfeld in Crosstown Matchup, Superior Handles Ashland on Home Court

Duluth East (3-0) will next host Grand Rapids on Tuesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys basketball team will get bragging rights over crosstown rival Duluth Denfeld for another year. The Greyhounds would defeat the Hunters 88 to 46 on Monday. Duluth East (3-0) will next host Grand Rapids on Tuesday. In other boys basketball action, Superior would protect their home court against Ashland 86 to 39. The Spartans will…

Rep
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Esko Girls Earns Home Victory, Denfeld Boys Fall to Undefeated Princeton

Grand Rapids GBB Taryn Hamling and Jessica Lindstrom combined for 45 points. Two Harbors BBB's Trent Gomez tallied 31 points.
Cam Derr,

  ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team hosted Two Harbors, Saturday in a Polar League-Big Conference match-up. The Eskomos started out cold but would heat up in the second half, rallying to a 70-47 win. Agates’ Karly Holm tallied 31 points, with eight three-pointers in the loss. Meanwhile, Denfeld fell 101-69 to the undefeated Princeton Tigers, Saturday on home…

Denfeld Bhky
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Hockey Cruises to Win Over Superior

Denfeld will be back in action, Tuesday hosting Hermantown for a 7 PM puck drop. While, Superior will look to bounce back, Tuesday hosting Rock Ridge.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys hockey team hosted the Denfeld Hunters, Saturday afternoon at Wessman Arena. The Hunters scored two in the first period and added another in the second, to earn the 3-1 conference victory. Denfeld will be back in action, Tuesday hosting Hermantown for a 7 PM puck drop. While, Superior will look to bounce back, Tuesday hosting…

Cec Girls Hockey
High School, Sports

C-E-C Girls Hockey Ties in Non-Conference Match-up

The Lumberjacks will be back in action on Tuesday, taking on the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage. Puck drop is set for 7 PM. 
Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls hockey team were pushed into overtime, Friday night with Sartell/Sauk Rapids. Reese Kuklinski, Emma Welch and Allie Jones each found the net in the second period to pull ahead. The Storm’n Sabres tied the game up in the third period. The clock would run out in overtime, ending in a 3-3 tie. The Lumberjacks will…

Top Play Of The Week
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 12/16

Leopold scored her 1,000th point in Superior's 70 to 34 win over Hibbing on Saturday.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week’s top play of the week belongs to Superior’s Savannah Leopold. Leopold scored her 1,000th point in Superior’s 70 to 34 win over Hibbing on Saturday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Cloquet Bbb
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Cloquet Boys Hoops Rolls Past Hibbing for 1st Win of Season

The Lumberjacks (1-3) will next host Duluth Denfeld on December 20th.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet boys basketball team picked up their first win of the season on Friday, defeating Hibbing 74 to 40. The Lumberjacks (1-3) will next host Duluth Denfeld on December 20th. Hibbing (0-2) will host Rock Ridge on December 27th. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Ph Wrestling
High School, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown Wrestling Built on Young Talent

The PH United wrestling team will take the mat this weekend, competing in the Jackhammer Invitational, beginning Saturday. 
Cam Derr,

  PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown wrestling team has two matches under their belts so far and for many on the team it was their first time on the mat in last weekend’s match with Superior. A good portion of the team has taken a recent interest in the sport, as late as their junior year. Head Coach Eric Mcphee says,…

Kaufman
College, High School, Sports

Northwestern’s Tanner Kaufman to Suit Up for UW-River Falls Football Next Fall

In his final year for the Tigers, he would have 1,150 yards rushing on 125 attempts with 18 touchdowns on the ground.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Northwestern running back and linebacker Tanner Kaufman announced late Wednesday that he will be suiting up for the Falcons of UW-River Falls next fall. In his final year for the Tigers, he would have 1,150 yards rushing on 125 attempts with 18 touchdowns on the ground. Kaufman was also named to the WFCA All Region Team and the…

Zak Mcphee Still
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Zak McPhee

McPhee holds almost every category in Proctor/Hermantown wrestling history.
Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Zak McPhee, of the Proctor/Hermantown wrestling team, looks to build on an already historic career, having surpassed 150 career wins. Setting a new program record and having done so by his junior season. Wrestling is a family affair for the McPhee boys. Zak and his older brother Alex took to the sport in pre-school, after their father, a…

Denfeld Boys Bb
High School, Sports

Denfeld Boys Basketball Making Strides in Year 2 of New Regimen

The Hunters will next be in action on Thursday when they host Duluth East.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Just last season, the Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team had only three victories the whole season. Fast forward to this year, and the team has almost reached that mark in just four games of action. A defensive, scrappy bunch has the Hunters at 2-2 so far this season. Denfeld is compromised with a combination of youth and experience….

Perich
College, High School, Sports

Esko’s Mason Perich to Play College Football at MSU-Mankato

The wideout and corner battled a hip injury his senior year, which made him limited in action for the Eskomos.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Former Esko football standout Mason Perich announced his commitment to play football at Minnesota State-Mankato on Tuesday. The wideout and corner battled a hip injury his senior year, which made him limited in action for the Eskomos. Now, he’ll get a chance to get back to it when he suits up for the Mavericks next fall. Categories: College,…

Asher Zubich
College, High School, Sports

MIB’s Asher Zubich Announces Commitment to Play Football at St. Olaf

The Rangers and Zubich were a perfect 13-0 this past season.
Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- Coming off leading the Mountain Iron-Buhl football team to their first nine man state championship in 50 years, quarterback Asher Zubich announced his next move on Tuesday. Zubich has committed to St. Olaf, out of the MIAC conference. Just this past season, the man under center would toss 32 touchdown passes with 2,129 yards through the air….

Chandler Css
College, High School, Sports

Grand Rapids’ Aiden Chandler Commits to Play Football at St. Scholastica

Just this past year, Chandler had 645 yards rushing with 9 touchdowns.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Grand Rapids running back and linebacker Aiden Chandler announced his next step in his football career on Monday. Chandler will make the short trek to Duluth to play for the College of Saint Scholastica next season. Just this past year, Chandler had 645 yards rushing with 9 touchdowns. And on the defensive side, he’d have 33 tackles,…

Lsc Day
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Superior, Marshall, Grand Rapids and Proctor Pick Up Wins on Lake Superior Conference Day

Saturday was Lake Superior Conference Day for prep girls basketball, hosted by Superior high school. 
Cam Derr,

  SUPERIOR, Wis.- Saturday was Lake Superior Conference Day for prep girls basketball, hosted by Superior high school. The Spartans girls basketball team improved to 2-0 in conference play. Savannah Leopold led the scoring with 18 points, also picking up her 1000th career points in the second half. Marshall picked up the 82-55 win over Hermantown, topping the LSC with…

Den Prc Bball
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Denfeld Handles Proctor

The Hunters will next host Duluth East, Thursday at 7 PM. While, the Rails welcome in Two Harbors, Tuesday with a 7:15 PM tip-off. 
Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Denfeld boys basketball team got a big win over Proctor, 79-33 Saturday afternoon on the road. The Hunters will next host Duluth East, Thursday at 7 PM. While, the Rails welcome in Two Harbors, Tuesday with a 7:15 PM tip-off. Categories: High School, Sports