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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

Sup Bbb
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Superior Boys Pick Up 1st Win Against Hibbing

Next up for Superior, they'll host Northwestern on Tuesday.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Third time was the charm for the Superior boys basketball team as they picked up their first win Friday against Hibbing 91 to 24. The Spartan defense proved to be the difference maker as they had 26 steals in the contest. Next up for Superior, they’ll host Northwestern on Tuesday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 12/9

This week's top play comes from Jobe Juenemann from Duluth East boys basketball.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from Jobe Juenemann from Duluth East boys basketball. His dunk would cap off an 83 to 49 victory over Cloquet on Tuesday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Cec Bhky
High School, Sports

Four First Period Goals Lift CEC Boy’s Hockey to Victory

The Lumberjacks put up four goals in the first period, led by junior's Joey Antonutti and Ryan Jones each with two.
Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boy’s hockey team hosted Duluth Denfeld, Thursday night at Northwoods Credit Union Arena. The Lumberjacks put up four goals in the first period, led by junior’s Joey Antonutti and Ryan Jones each with two. The Hunters were able to tack on one goal in the second period, however CEC’s defense held Denfeld to 17 shots to…

Prep Bball
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Duluth Marshall Girls & Two Harbors Boys Grab Road Victories

The Hilltoppers will next play against Hermantown on Saturday in Superior.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls basketball team improved to 4-0 on the year on Thursday, defeating Duluth Denfeld 80 to 30. The Hilltoppers will next play against Hermantown on Saturday in Superior. In other basketball action, Two Harbors would grab a road win against Duluth Marshall 97 to 37. The Agates (2-0) will next host Ely on Saturday. Categories:…

East Dunk
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Duluth East Boys Roll Past Cloquet in Season Opener

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

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys basketball team would open up their season with a win on Tuesday, defeating Cloquet 83 to 49. The Greyhounds were led by Rocco Paulson, who had 16 points in the victory. Duluth East (1-0) will next play at Woodbury on Friday. Cloquet (0-2) will play at Esko on Friday. Categories: High School, Sports

Carlton Gbb
High School, Sports

Carlton Girls Basketball Falls in Home Opener

The Bulldogs will hit the road, Thursday taking on Silver Bay. Tip off is set for 6:30 PM.
Cam Derr,

CARLTON, Minn.- The Carlton girls basketball team dropped to 1-1 on the season after falling 41-30, Monday night at home. The Bulldogs will hit the road, Thursday taking on Silver Bay. Tip off is set for 6:30 PM. Categories: High School, Sports

Northern Stars
High School, Sports

Duluth Northern Stars Put Up Six in Shutout Win

Duluth will next face off with Duluth Marshall, Saturday at 4 PM. 
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Northern Stars hosted the Northern Tier Stars, Monday evening at the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center. The Northern Stars found the net six times and held Northern Tier to none, earning the 6-0 shutout win. Duluth will next face off with Duluth Marshall, Saturday at 4 PM. Categories: High School, Sports

Mib Fi
High School, Sports

Mountain Iron-Buhl Football Battles in Historic End to their Season

The Rangers capped off a perfect 13-0 season being named the Minnesota 9-man State Champions. 
Cam Derr,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Mountain Iron-Buhl football team battled Spring Grove for the 9-man State Championship title at U.S. Bank Stadium, Saturday morning, in their first state title appearance in 50 years. The Rangers fell behind 19-0 after the first quarter, but would respond with two touchdowns in the second by Damian Tapio and Nik Jesch. The Lions found the end…

Coaches Corner
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Rhett McDonald

Duluth East opens their season Tuesday at home against Cloquet.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we spoke with Duluth East boys basketball coach Rhett McDonald. Duluth East opens their season Tuesday at home against Cloquet. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Htown Bbb
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Hermantown Defeats Cloquet in Season Opener

Hermantown will next be on the road against Denfeld, Tuesday at 7 PM. While, Cloquet will travel to Duluth East, Tuesday with a 7 PM tip off. 
Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Hermantown boys basketball team traveled to take on Cloquet, Friday night in a Lake Superior match-up. The Hawks scored early and often, winning it 90-55. Hermantown will next be on the road against Denfeld, Tuesday at 7 PM. While, Cloquet will travel to Duluth East, Tuesday with a 7 PM tip off. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High…

Prep Bbb
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Duluth Denfeld & Moose Lake-Willow River Boys Open Seasons with Victories

The Hunters (1-0) will next play at North Branch on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team opened their season with a win on Thursday, defeating South Shore 78 to 39. The Hunters (1-0) will next play at North Branch on Saturday. In other boys action, Moose Lake-Willow River would grab a road win against Proctor, 65 to 34. The Rebels will host Rock Ridge on December 6th. Categories:…

Northern Star
High School, Sports

Northern Star: Mountain Iron-Buhl Football Team

The Rangers kick off the the 9-man state championship game, Saturday at 10:03 AM, at U.S. Bank Stadium. 
Cam Derr,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- The Mountain Iron-Buhl football team is on the brink of history. In less than one week, the team will compete in their first state title game in 50 years. “We’ve been working for this since fourth grade and everyone over there, it’s been our dream really so it’s really exciting, surreal feeling,” says senior wide receiver, Nikolas…

Duluth East Boys Bb
High School, Sports

Armed with Depth, Duluth East Boys Basketball Ready to Make Next Step

Duluth East will host Cloquet on December 6th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys basketball team was just a few games away from the state tournament last year. This year they have high hopes as they turn the page to the 2022-2023 season. The key for the Greyhounds will be their depth. East returns Michael Kastelic and Jobe Juenemann, both of which have played many minutes for the…

Prep Girls Basketball
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Proctor & Hermantown Girls Grab Home-Opening Wins

Both the Rails and Hawks will be back in action on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team improved to 2-0 on the season on Tuesday, defeating Crosby-Ironton 61 to 40 at home. The Rails (2-0) will next play at Moose Lake-Willow River on Thursday. In other girls action, Hermantown would pick up their first victory of the year, topping North Branch 60 to 51. The Hawks will hit the road…

Delgreco
College, High School, Sports

Former Thunderhawk Joey DelGreco Commits to Augustana University

DelGreco last played for the Thunderhawks last season. In 28 games, he would tally 25 goals and 43 assists for Grand Rapids.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- A former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk is making the jump to the division one ranks. Former forward Joey DelGreco announced his commitment to Augustana University on Sunday. DelGreco last played for the Thunderhawks last season. In 28 games, he would tally 25 goals and 43 assists for Grand Rapids. DelGreco is currently playing for the Oklahoma Warriors in…

Den Bhky
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Dominates in Season Opener

Denfeld will host Minneapolis on Friday, December 2. Puck drop is set for 7 PM. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team opened their season on home ice against International Falls. The Hunters were led by senior Andy Larson, who finished the day with the hat-trick, helping his team to a 7-1 win. Denfeld will host Minneapolis on Friday, December 2. Puck drop is set for 7 PM. Categories: High School, Sports

Prep Bhky
High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: Proctor Comes Out On Top, Duluth East Falls Late in Home Opener

Proctor will next be in action December 1 on the road at Greenway. While, Duluth East will look to bounce back, Saturday, away against St. Thomas Academy. 
Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor boys hockey team opened their season on home ice, Friday night against Wadena-Deer Creek. The Rails found the net seven times on the night, ultimately winning 7-4. Meanwhile, the Duluth East boys hockey team hosted White Bear Lake at the Heritage center, Friday. The Greyhounds held tough through the first two periods, however would allow two…

Northern Star
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Tieryn Plasch

Tiryn Plasch and the Tigers tip-off their season on November 29 against Hayward. 
Cam Derr,

MAPLE, Wis.- Northwestern high school’s Tieryn Plasch will soon be crowned the girl’s basketball team’s All-time Leading Scorer. “When I was in 7th grade, I set some goals for high school. One of them was to be on varsity my freshman year, and then another was to reach a thousand points, so just to be able to do it and…

Sup Ghky
High School, Sports

Superior Girls Hockey Improves to 2-0 with 5-1 Victory over Chippewa Falls/Menomie

Superior (2-0) will next host Duluth Marshall on December 1st.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls hockey team improved to 2-0 on the season on Tuesday after topping Chippewa Falls/Menomonie 5 to 1. The Spartans would score five unanswered goals after giving up the 1st goal in the 1st period. Superior (2-0) will next host Duluth Marshall on December 1st. Categories: High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Bb
High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Basketball Eyes More After State Tournament Appearance

Hermantown's first game is December 2nd at Cloquet.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Anytime you can get twenty wins plus make a trip to state, that’s a reason to celebrate. But for the Hermantown boys basketball team, they’re itching for more. The Hawks return much of their core with the only subtraction being Michael Lau from last year’s team. This year’s squad will look to fill his height and athleticism. But…

Cc Northey
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School

Coaches Corner: Sue Northey

For this week's segment we hear from head coach of Esko girls basketball Sue Northey in her return to the court.
Cam Derr,

ESKO, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we spoke with Esko girls basketball coach Sue Northey ahead of the season opener. Northey returns to the court after 14 years away. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School

Denfeld Hky
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Hockey Eager for New Season After Section Title Appearance in 2022

Denfeld's first game is November 26th at home versus International Falls.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week marked the first time local area boys hockey teams were allowed to take the ice for their first practices. One of the teams eager to get going was Duluth Denfeld. Just last season they made an appearance in the Section 7A championship, falling to Hermantown. This year, the Hunters are excited to get back at it…

Mib Football
High School, Sports

Mountain Iron-Buhl Advances to 9-Man State Championship Game for First Time Since 1972

MIB will next play Spring Grove in the state championship game on December 3rd. Kick-off is at 10:03 AM.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The magical season will continue for the Mountain Iron-Buhl football team after they defeated Wheaton-Herman-Norcross 36 to 15 in the state semifinals on Thursday. The Rangers were led by quarterback Asher Zubich who had four total touchdowns in the game. Thursday’s win also marked the 100th career victory for head coach Dan Zubich. MIB will next play Spring…

Clafton
College, High School, Sports

Former Thunderhawk Goalie Carter Clafton Commits to Air Force Academy

Clafton last suited up for the Thunderhawks in the 2019-2020 season.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Former Grand Rapids goalie Carter Clafton announced his committment to the Air Force Academy on Monday. Clafton last suited up for the Thunderhawks in the 2019-2020 season. In 25 games played, he had a 1.63 goals against average and had a saves percentage of nearly 94 percent. Following his Grand Rapids career, Clafton would make stop for…

All Star
High School, Sports

Four Area Football Standouts Named to MN HS All-Star Game

The game will take place December 10th at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The rosters for the annual Minnesota High School All-Star Game were announced on Monday. Four players from the Northland will be represented. That includes running back Nolan Witt from Esko, Quarterback Reese Sheldon from Cloquet and in Grand Rapids, two Thunderhawks make the team. That being defensive back Owen Glenn, and kicker Grant Chandler. Thunderhawks assistant Bill Kinnunen…

Prep Football
High School, Sports

State Football: MIB & Deer River Preparing for Semifinal Matchups

MIB will hit the field Thursday while Deer River's game is set for Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- For the first time since 2019, Mountain Iron-Buhl will compete in the 9 man state semifinals. Like last week, the Rangers are preparing to face another unbeaten squad. This week it’s all about the Wheaton-Herman-Norcross Warriors. It’ll be a battle of high powered offenses on Thursday. MIB has posted more than 50 points in seven of 11…

Mirage
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown Mirage Opens Season with Dominating Win

Proctor/Hermantown will host Warroad, Saturday, with puck drop at 2 PM. 
Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage dropped the puck for the first time this season on Friday, facing off with Roseville/Mahtomedi. The Mirage held the Marauders to none, on the way to a 6-0 win to start the year. Proctor/Hermantown will host Warroad, Saturday, with puck drop at 2 PM. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports