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Superior’s Austin Edwards Staying Home to Play College Baseball at UWS

This past spring, the left-hander threw a team-high 40 innings.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A current Superior Spartan is staying home to play college ball. Senior pitcher and outfielder Austin Edwards announced his commitment to UW-Superior on Thursday. This past spring, the left-hander threw a team-high 40 innings. When he’s not pitching, he can play all outfield positions and also play some first base. During the summer months, Edwards suited up for…

Prep Girls Soccer Web 109
High School, Sports

Girls Soccer: Duluth East & Hermantown Make Respective Section Title Games

All section soccer title games take place on October 14th.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd straight year, the Duluth East girls soccer team will play for the Section 7AAA title. On Thursday, the Greyhounds shut out Andover 8-0 in the semifinals to earn their spot. They’ll next host Blaine in the section title game on October 14th at 5 PM. In 7AA, Hermantown completed the upset over Cloquet-Carlton, 1 to…

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Boys Soccer: Duluth Marshall & Duluth Denfeld Each Punch Their Ticket to Section Final

Section title games are scheduled for Tuesday, October 14th.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The prep boys soccer playoffs continued on Thursday night in Minnesota. In Section 7A, the Duluth Marshall Hilltopper hosted the Hermantown Hawks in the semifinal round. The Hilltoppers return to the section title game, taking down the Hawks 4-2. Duluth Marshall will either take on Spectrum or PACT Charter in the championship game on Tuesday, October 14th. Game…

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Girls Soccer: Esko & Proctor to Meet in Section 7A Title Game After Semifinal Wins

It will be the 4th straight year Esko has played for the Section title.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team will once again play for the Section 7A crown. On Wednesday, Esko defeated Spectrum 10 to 0 in the semifinals to secure their spot. It will be the 4th straight year Esko has played for the Section title. They’ll next face Proctor, who defeated Legacy Christian Academy 4 to 0 in the other…

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Northern Star: Ethan Harms

In his senior year he has rushed for 424 yards and 6 touchdowns as QB and racked up 367 receiving yards and 7 touchdowns as receiver.
Isaiah Wiita,

MAPLE, Wis.- When teams play the 7-0 Northwestern Tigers, they make sure they know where number three is on the field. Ethan Harms has been making plays for the Tigers in his Senior year in multiple different positions. On offense, Harms can line up under center and play quarterback or go out wide and play receiver for the Tigers. “He’s…

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High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Northwood/Solon Springs Pitcher & Catcher Isaiah Ahlberg to Continue Baseball Career at UMD

Ahlberg plays pitcher and catcher for Northwood/Solon Springs.
Neil Vierzba,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- Northwood/Solon Springs senior Isaiah Ahlberg announced his commitment to UMD baseball. Just last season, Ahlberg had six wins and 96 strikeouts. He also led the team in runs, doubles, home runs, stolen bases, on base percentage and slugging. Categories: High School, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

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Prep Soccer: Duluth Marshall, Duluth East Boys, & Duluth East Girls Advance to Semifinal Round

The Minnesota prep soccer playoffs continued on Tuesday night. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota prep soccer playoffs continued on Tuesday night. On the girls side, the top seed in section 7AAA, Duluth East hosted Cambridge-Isanti in the quarterfinal round. The Greyhounds were unstoppable on offense, defeating the Bluejackets 14-0. Duluth East will host Andover in the Section 7AAA Semifinals on Thursday, October 9th. Kickoff is at 5:30. Over in boys…

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High School, Sports

Girls Soccer: Esko & Proctor Both Secure Spots in Section 7A Semifinals

The Section 7A tournament continues on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team is one step closer to securing another Section 7A title. On Monday, Esko opened up Section 7A tournament play against PACT with a 7-0 victory. Esko will next face Spectrum, who topped Two Harbors 3-2, Wednesday at 6 PM. On the other side of the bracket, Proctor handled LILA, 6-0. Gianna Hansen scored…

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Prep Football: Hermantown, Duluth East, Cloquet, & Two Harbors All Secure Week 6 Wins

Friday marked Week 6 for prep football teams in Minnesota.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The Hermantown football team bounced back on Friday night, defeating Esko 31 to 6. Martin Sleen led the Hawks with 213 yards rushing and three rushing touchdowns. In Duluth, Duluth East and Duluth Denfeld renewed their rivalry. This year, bragging rights go to the Greyhounds as they come away with the 33-6 win. Cloquet is victorious for the…

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Prep Soccer: Cloquet/Carlton Girls Hand Esko 2nd Loss, Hermantown & Denfeld Boys Tie

The Cloquet/Carlton girls soccer team will enter section tournament play on a four-game winning streak.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet/Carlton girls soccer team will enter section tournament play on a five-game winning streak. On Thursday night, the Lumberjacks were able to get the best of Esko, 3 to 1. It’s just the 2nd loss of the season for Esko. Both teams now turn their attention to their respective section tournaments. In boys action, Hermantown and Duluth…

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Cloquet Volleyball Extends Win Streak to Three After Defeating Superior in Straight Sets

Cloquet will hit the road on Saturday, October 4th, to take on Braham. 
Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet volleyball team aimed to extend its win streak on Thursday night, hosting the Superior Spartans. The Lumberjacks defend their home court, defeating the Spartans in three sets. Cloquet will hit the road on Saturday, October 4th, to take on Braham. Game time is at 9 a.m. For the Spartans, their next game is on Tuesday, October…

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Duluth East Boys Soccer Closes Out Regular Season with Shutout of Hermantown

Duluth East will enter section play with a 12-2-1 record.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys soccer ended the regular season portion of their schedule with a win. Playing Hermantown on Wednesday night, the Greyhounds came away with the 7 to 0 victory. They now turn their focus to section play, which is set to begin next week. As for Hermantown (8-4-3), they have one regular season game at Duluth…

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Duluth East Volleyball Captures 10th Win of Season at Superior

It's the Greyhounds third straight victory.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Duluth East volleyball team extended their win streak to three games on Tuesday, defeating Superior in straight sets. The Greyhounds are now 10-5 on the season and will next play in the Esko High School Tournament on Saturday. As for Superior, they are at Cloquet on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

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Prep Soccer: Superior Boys Claim Conference Title, Duluth East Boys & Duluth Denfeld Girls Pick Up Home Wins

The Spartans next game is on Tuesday, September 30th, against Eau Claire North. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Monday, the Superior boys soccer team hosted the Proctor Rails with the Lake Superior Conference title on the line. The Spartans scored three goals in the first six minutes of the game to help secure a 5 to 1 win of the Rails. Superior claims their first conference title in 24 seasons. The Spartans next game is…

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Prep Football: Rapids Hands Hermantown First Loss, Northwestern Goes to 6-0, East & Superior Fall

In a battle of 7AAAA heavyweights, Grand Rapids reigned supreme over Hermantown on Friday night.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- In a battle of 7AAAA heavyweights, Grand Rapids reigned supreme over Hermantown on Friday night. The Thunderhawks handed the Hawks their first loss of the season, 34 to 20. In other Minnesota action, Duluth East played unbeaten North Branch tough. But, they fall to the Vikings, 22 to 12. Over in Wisconsin, Northwestern is now 6-0 on the…

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Esko Football Handles Proctor in Thursday Night Matchup

Esko earns road win 54-0 over the Rails.
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- A rare Thursday night football match up took place at Egerdahl field as Proctor hosted Esko. Esko handles business on the road, defeating the Rails 54-0, to pick up their fourth consecutive win. Esko (4-1) is back at home on Friday, October 3rd, against Hermantown. Kickoff is at 5 p.m. For the Rails, their next game is on…

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Cloquet/Carlton Girls Soccer Blanks Duluth Marshall 1-0 Thanks to Late Goal From Sell

After a scoreless first half, the Lumberjacks found the back of the net late to secure a 1-0 win over the Hilltoppers. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Cloquet/Carlton girls soccer team traveled to Duluth to take on Marshall on Thursday. After a scoreless first half, the Lumberjacks found the back of the net late to secure a 1-0 win over the Hilltoppers. Scoring the lone goal for the Lumberjacks was senior forward BrookeLynn Sell. The Lumberjacks are back in action on Saturday, September 27th,…

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Former Duluth Marshall Goaltender Kaenan Smith Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey

Smith last manned the pipes for the Hilltoppers during the 2023-2024 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another local product will join the UMD men’s hockey team in the coming years. Former Duluth Marshall goaltender Kaenan Smith announced his commitment to the Bulldogs on Tuesday evening. He last manned the pipes for the Hilltoppers during the 2023-2024 season. In 19 games played, he went 10-8-1 and had a saves percentage of .934. Smith is currently…

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Duluth East Volleyball Rallies to Hand Greenway 4th Loss

The Greyhounds improve to 8-5 and will next play at Bemidji on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East volleyball team returned to the win column on Tuesday, defeating Greenway in four sets. Harlow Hartwick led East with 14 kills in the victory. The Greyhounds improve to 8-5 and will next play at Bemidji on Thursday. As for Greenway (13-4), they’ll host Mesabi East on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

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Proctor Volleyball Picks up Road win Over Two Harbors to improve to 10-7

Proctor is back in action on Tuesday, September 30th, against Esko. 
Isaiah Wiita,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- The Proctor volleyball team made the trip up the North Shore, taking on Two Harbors on Monday. The Rails earn the road win, defeating the Agates in four sets. Proctor is back in action on Tuesday, September 30th, against Esko. First set is at 7 p.m. For Two Harbors, they will hit the road on Thursday, September…

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Prep Football: Hermantown, Esko, & Hibbing Earn Week 4 Wins, Denfeld & Superior Fall

Friday marked Week 4 for prep football teams in Minnesota and Week 5 for Wisconsin squads.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Hermantown football team continued to prove that they are a top contender for the Section 7AAAA title. On Friday, the Hawks improved to 4-0 after defeating Cloquet 41 to 21. In Esko, the Esko football team continued their winning ways as they topped Mora 50 to 0 for their 3rd straight victory. As for Duluth Denfeld, they…

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Esko Girls Soccer Remains Undefeated After Blanking Duluth Marshall in Section 7A Title Game Rematch

Esko improves to 9-0 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team put its undefeated record on the line Thursday night, hosting Duluth Marshall in a rematch of last year’s section 7A championship game. Esko defeats the Hilltoppers 3 to 0 in the title game rematch to improve to 9-0 on the season. Esko is back in action on Saturday, September 20th, against Providence Academy….

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Northern Star: Benson Peterson

Peterson tallied 17 goals in the first eight games of the season for Duluth Marshall.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Changing positions can sometimes be an adjustment for players. But for Duluth Marshall senior striker Benson Peterson, it’s resulted in 17 goals in just eight games of action. “I’ve adapted my right wing game at striker. I tend to drive more and use my body to shield the ball and it’s led to lots of opportunites opening up…

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Prep Volleyball: Rails Rally Past Greyhounds, Hawks Handle Spartans

Both the Proctor and Hermantown volleyball teams picked up road wins on Tuesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Proctor volleyball team returned to the win column on Tuesday night. After dropping the first set to Duluth East, the Rails rallied to take the next three and come away with the four-set victory. Reagan Rodberg led Proctor with 17 kills in the contest. Proctor plays at Two Harbors on Monday. As for Duluth East, they host…

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Greenway Senior Ava Johnson Tallies 1,000th Kill

Johnson finished with 16 kills and 31 digs as the Raiders ending up falling to Chisholm in five sets.
Neil Vierzba,

COLERAINE, Minn.- Congratulations are in order for Greenway senior outside hitter Ava Johnson. In Monday night’s contest against Chisholm, Johnson tallied her 1,000th kill. It happened on her first point of the night. She finished with 16 kills and 31 digs as the Raiders ending up falling to Chisholm in five sets. Johnson and Greenway are next in action on…

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Prep Soccer: Lumberjack Girls Extend Win Streak to 6, Hawk & Bluejacket Boys Pick Up Conference Wins

With the win, Cloquet-Carlton has now won their last six contests.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer team continued their hot streak on Monday night. Playing Duluth Denfeld in a Lake Superior conference matchup, the Lumberjacks left no doubt as they came away with a 6-1 victory. With the win, Cloquet-Carlton has now won their last six contests. They’ll next play at Proctor on Thursday. As for the Hunters, they are…

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Prep Football: Northwestern & Hermantown Remain Perfect in 2025 Season

Northwestern (4-0) will next play at Cumberland on September 19th.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

MAPLE, Wis.- The Northwestern football team continued their perfect start to the season on Friday night. Facing St. Croix Falls in their home opener, the Tigers left no doubt as they came away with the 41 to 0 victory. Northwestern (4-0) will next play at Cumberland on September 19th. Speaking of unbeaten teams, Hermantown took down Duluth East 42 to…

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Prep Soccer: Esko Girls Improve to 7-0, Duluth East Boys Extend Win Streak to Five

Esko is next in action on Tuesday at Two Harbors.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team continued their perfect start to the season on Thursday night. Playing at Hermantown, Esko shutout the Hawks 3-0 to improve to 7-0 on the season. Esko is next in action on Tuesday at Two Harbors. As for Hermantown (3-3-2), they’ll host Benilde-St. Margaret’s on Saturday. Over on the boys side, Duluth East extended…

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Hermantown Volleyball Bounces Back Against Hibbing, Winning in Three-Sets

Leading the way for the Hawks was Lilah Conley with 8 kills.
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- In prep volleyball, the Hermantown Hawks hosted the Hibbing Bluejackets on Thursday night. Hermantown bounces back against the Bluejackets, winning in three sets. Leading the way for the Hawks was Lilah Conley with 8 kills. Hermantown returns to action on Thursday, September 18th, against Duluth Denfeld. First set is at 7 p.m. For the Bluejackets, their next game…

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Northern Star: Clara Swanson

Esko & Swanson are currently 12-2 this season.
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko Volleyball team has started their 2025 season red hot. A key piece of that early success for Esko is thanks to Senior Outside hitter Clara Swanson,  who has made a big jump from her junior to senior year. “She was very consistent last year, hitting really well and not making many errors. This year, the power…

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Prep Volleyball: Proctor Returns to Win Column, Superior Falls at Home

Proctor is next in action on Thursday at Cloquet.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor volleyball team bounced back on Tuesday night, defeating Rock Ridge in four sets. With the victory, it snapped a three-game losing skid for the Rails. They’ll next be in action on Thursday at Cloquet. As for Rock Ridge, they return home to play International Falls on Thursday. In other prep volleyball action, Superior’s rally fell short…

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Duluth Marshall Boys Soccer Extends Win Streak to Four, Defeating Mesabi East Area

The Hilltoppers extend their winning streak to four after defeating the Giants 11 to 2. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys soccer team hosted Mesabi East Area on Monday afternoon. The Hilltoppers extend their winning streak to four after defeating the Giants 11 to 2. Duluth Marshall is back in action on Saturday, September 13th, against Hibbing/Chisholm. Game time is at 2 p.m. For the Giants, their next game is on Tuesday, September 9th, against…

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Grand Rapids Girls Soccer Earns Win Against Duluth Marshall on Lake Superior Conference Day

The Thunderhawks picked up the road win defeating the Hilltoppers 2 to 1. 
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Grand Rapids girls soccer team took on Duluth Marshall on Lake Superior Conference Day on Saturday. The Thunderhawks picked up the road win, defeating the Hilltoppers 2 to 1. Grand Rapids returns to action on Tuesday, September 9th, against Esko. Game time is at 7 p.m. For the Hilltoppers they are back at home on Tuesday, September 9th,…

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Prep Football: Hermantown Defends the Hammer, Esko Wins Nail-Biter, Duluth East Suffers First Loss

Hermantown has held on to the hammer since the 2020 season.  
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Week two of prep football kicked off in Minnesota on Friday night. In Hermantown, a rivalry game that dates all the way back to 1941 continued on Friday, as the Hawks hosted the Proctor Rails in the annual Hammer game. The Hawks will keep the hammer for another year as they defeat the Rails 89-0. Hermantown has held…

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Proctor Volleyball Defends Home Court in Four-Set Victory Over Hermantown

Proctor is back in action on Saturday, September 6th, against Cambridge-Isanti. 
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Minnesota prep volleyball continued on Thursday night as the Proctor Rails hosted their rivals in Hermantown on Thursday. The Rails defended their home court defeating the Hawks 3-1 to improve to 6-3 on the season. Proctor is back in action on Saturday, September 6th, against Cambridge-Isanti. Game time is at 9 a.m. For the Hawks, they return to…

Hermantown Bsoc Web 094
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Hermantown Boys Soccer Earns Third Win of the Season, Defeating C-E-C 1-0

Scoring the lone goal for the Hawks was Quinn Raukar. 
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- On the pitch, the Hermantown boys soccer team welcomed in Cloquet/Esko/Carlton on Thursday night. A defensive battle between the Hawks and the Lumberjacks, but Hermantown walks away with the win defeating the Lumberjacks 1-o. Scoring the lone goal for the Hawks was Quinn Raukar. Hermantown’s next game is on Tuesday, September 9th, against Duluth Denfeld. Kickoff is at…

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MIB’s Luke Winans Joins 2025 MBCA Hall of Fame Class

Winans coached MIB from 1994 to 2019, where he picked up 379 wins.
Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- Earlier this summer it was reported that Barnum coach Rich Newman is set to be inducted into the 2025 MBCA Hall of Fame. Now, former Mountain Iron-Buhl coach Luke Winans is set to join him. Winans coached MIB from 1994 to 2019, where he picked up 379 wins and led the team to the 2000 state tournament….

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Northern Star: Martin Sleen

Sleen and Hermantown will host Proctor this upcoming Friday at 7 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Martin Sleen had his fair share of touchdowns in 2024. That trend continued in Week 1 when the junior running back found the end zone three times in Hermantown’s 52 to 7 win over Duluth Denfeld. “When I’m on the field and I’m gone for a big touchdown, I don’t really have much going through my head. It’s…

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Superior Boys Soccer Holds Off Duluth Denfeld for 2nd Win of Season

Superior improves to 2-1 and will next play at Hibbing/Chisholm on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Superior boys soccer team returned to the win column on Wednesday night, defeating Duluth Denfeld 2-1. Superior improves to 2-1 and will next play at Hibbing/Chisholm on Thursday. As for Duluth Denfeld (1-5), they are back at home on Saturday to face Bemidji. Categories: High School, Sports

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Prep Volleyball: Esko Extends Win Streak to 6, Hibbing Bounces Back

Both the Esko and Hibbing volleyball teams picked up wins on Tuesday night.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko volleyball team continued their winning ways on Tuesday night, defeating Rock Ridge in straight sets. Esko improves to 7-1 and will next play at Two Harbors on Thursday. As for Rock Ridge, they are at Proctor on Tuesday. In other volleyball action, Hibbing knocked off Duluth Denfeld in five sets. The Bluejackets are now 3-1 and…

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Hermantown Football Ready for Annual Rivalry Game Against Proctor

The rivalry game dates all the way back to 1941.
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- As week two gets underway, the Hermantown football team gears up for a rivalry game that has been going on for 84 years. The Hawks welcome in the Proctor Rails for the annual Hammer game on Friday, September 5th. The rivalry game dates all the way back to 1941. The Hawks have held on to the hammer since…

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Duluth East Girls Soccer Settles for 1-1 Tie with Wayzata

Duluth East is back in action on Thursday, September 4th, against Grand Rapids. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls soccer team aimed to protect its perfect season on Saturday as they welcomed in Wayzata. A defensive battle between the Greyhounds and the Trojans as the two teams settle for a 1-1 tie. Scoring the lone goal for the Greyhounds was Darby Friday. Duluth East is back in action on Thursday, September 4th, against…

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Prep Football: Hermantown & Grand Rapids Earn Week 1 Wins, Two Harbors & Proctor Fall

Week 1 for prep football teams in Minnesota continued on Friday night.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Week 1 for prep football teams in Minnesota continued on Friday night. One of the matchups featured a Section 7AAAA semifinal rematch as Hermantown hosted Duluth Denfeld. Like the two meetings last year, Hermantown once again came away with the win, 52 to 7. In other action, Two Harbors took on North Branch in a battle of section…

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Stevens Point Spoils Superior Football’s Home Opener

Superior (0-2) will next play at River Falls on September 5th.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior football team returned home on Thursday to take on Stevens Point. After being shut out in the 1st half, the Spartans eventually did find the end zone three times in the 2nd half. However, it wouldn’t be enough as they went on to fall 41 to 20. Superior (0-2) will next play at River Falls on…

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Prep Soccer: Esko Girls & C-E-C Boys Clinch Shutout Victories

Two teams that made it to the state tournament met up on the pitch on Wednesday afternoon as Esko hosted Cloquet-Carlton.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Two teams that made it to the state tournament met up on the pitch on Wednesday afternoon as Esko hosted Cloquet-Carlton. In came down to just one free kick and Britta Koski came through for Esko giving them the 1-0 win. Esko is now 3-0 and will host LILA on Thursday. As for Cloquet-Carlton (1-3), they are at…

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Prep Volleyball: Hermantown & Duluth East Earn Five-Set Victories

Esko was the runner-up in Section 7AA and Hermantown won the Section 7AAA title last season.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Two teams that were in their respective section titles last season met up in prep volleyball as Esko hosted Hermantown on Tuesday night. In the end, Hermantown was able to take down Esko 3-2. Esko is now 1-1 and will play at Carlton/Wrenshall on Thursday. As for Hermantown (2-1), they are at Princeton on Thursday. In other volleyball…

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Hibbing’s Memorial Building Arena to get new digital scoreboard

Matt McConico,

Memorial Building Arena Scoreboard Takedown HIBBING, Min. – The City of Hibbing is announcing a major upgrade at the Memorial Building arena. The arena’s longtime scoreboard was removed after more than three decades of service. It was in 1993 and weighing more than 4,000 pounds. A new four-sided digital video board will be installed in mid-September. The city says, “The upgrade…

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Girls Soccer: Esko & Proctor Pick Up Home Wins, Duluth Denfeld Falls Short to Roseville

Esko is back at home on Wednesday, August 27th against Cloquet-Carlton. 
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team held their home opener on Monday night as they took on East Grand Forks. They end up defending their home turf, defeating the Green Wave 3-1 to improve to 2-0. Esko is back at home on Wednesday, August 27th against Cloquet-Carlton. Game time is at 3 p.m. Over in Proctor, the Rails hosted…