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Grand Rapids/Greenway Girls Hockey Erupts for 10 Goals in Road Victory at Superior

Grand Rapids/Greenway extends their unbeaten streak to seven games and will next play at Andover on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Grand Rapids/Greenway girls hockey team did something that no other team has done since December 10th. And that’s defeat the Superior Spartans. The Lightning put up 10 goals en route to a 10 to 1 victory on Tuesday night. Grand Rapids/Greenway extends their unbeaten streak to seven games and will next play at Andover on Friday. Superior…

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Superior Boys Basketball Unable to Protect Homecourt in Loss to New Richmond

Superior is now 6-7 on the season and will next host Cloquet on Friday night.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys basketball team suffered a tough home loss on Tuesday, falling to New Richmond 74 to 64. Calvin Anderson led the Spartans with 26 points in the contest. Drew Eisel was right behind him with 22. Superior is now 6-7 on the season and will next host Cloquet on Friday night. Categories: High School, Sports

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Esko Girls Hoops Snap South Ridge’s Three-Game Winning Streak

Esko (6-10) will next host Barnum on Thursday.
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team picked up their 2nd straight win on Monday, defeating South Ridge 72 to 32. Esko’s victory also snapped a three-game winning streak for the Panthers. Esko (6-10) will next host Barnum on Thursday. As for South Ridge (8-7), they’ll host North Woods on Tuesday. Categories: High School, Sports

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Proctor’s Carson Pavlowich to Play College Hockey at Air Force

Pavlowich last suited up for the Rails in the 2023-2024 season.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- A former Proctor Rail will soon suit up for the Air Force Academy. Over the weekend, defenseman Carson Pavlowich announced his commitment to the Falcons. Pavlowich last suited up for the Rails in the 2023-2024 season. In 27 games played, he tallied five goals and 30 assists. The D-man is currently with the Colorado Grit in the NAHL….

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Prep Boys Hockey: Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Suffers Second Loss Falling 2-1 to Sartell

On Saturday, the C-E-C boy's hockey team hosted Sartell at Veterans Memorial Park for Hockey Day Cloquet. 
Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET. Minn- On Saturday, the C-E-C boy’s hockey team hosted Sartell at Veterans Memorial Park for Hockey Day Cloquet. Unfortunately, the Lumberjacks fell to the Sabres 2-1, suffering their second loss of the season. The Lumberjacks are back in action on Tuesday, January 14th, against Grand Rapids. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

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Prep Boys Hockey: Big Second Period Helps Hermantown Top Defending State Champions

Hermantown defends home ice, defeating St. Cloud Cathedral 6-0.
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- On Thursday, the Hermantown Hawks hosted St. Cloud Cathedral in a rematch of the 2024 Class A Championship game. After a scoreless first period, the Hawks got rolling and defeated the Crusaders 6-0, to improve to 8-4-3 on the year. With the victory over the Crusaders, Bryce Francisco records his fifth shutout of the season. Hermantown is back…

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Rock Ridge Boys Hockey Extends Win Streak to 5 with Road Victory at Duluth Marshall

The Wolverines improve to 11-3-1 and will next host Sartell on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Rock Ridge boys hockey team continued their winning ways on Tuesday, defeating Duluth Marshall 4 to 1. Grady Dimberio had a team-leading two goals in the contest. The Wolverines improve to 11-3-1 and will next host Sartell on Friday. As for the Hilltoppers (8-3-2), they’ll next play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

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Proctor Girls Basketball Tops Esko to Earn 12th Win of The Year

The Rails defeats Esko 46-28 to pick up their twelfth win.
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team hosted Esko on Monday night in hopes of continuing their winning ways. The Rails defeat Esko 46-28 to pick up their twelfth win of the season. Proctor is back in action on Friday, January 10th, against Cass Lake-Bena. Tip-off is at 7:30 p.m. For Esko, their next game is on Thursday, January 9th,…

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Superior Defensive Back Evan Blomfelt Commits to UW-Stevens Point

Blomfelt is the 3rd Spartan this off-season to announce their college commitment.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Another Superior football standout is going on to play college football. The latest is defensive back Evan Blomfelt, who committed to UW-Stevens Point. Blomfelt had 13 tackles in a shortened 2024 season that caused him to miss week two through six. The year prior he rallied up 34 tackles for the Spartans. He’s the 3rd Spartan this off-season…

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Prep Boys Hockey: Proctor Protects Home Ice with 5-3 Win Over International Falls

The Rails defend home ice as they defeat the Broncos 5-3 improving to 8-6 on the year. 
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor Rails welcomed in the International Falls Broncos on Saturday. The Rails defend home ice as they defeat the Broncos 5-3, improving to 8-6 on the year. Proctor is back in action on Tuesday, January 7th, where they face Hermantown. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For the Broncos, their next game is on Tuesday, January 7th…

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Boys Hockey: Carlson’s OT Goal Lifts Rock Ridge Past Hermantown

Caz Carlson scored the game-winning goal for the Wolverines.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- It was a defensive battle between the Hermantown and Rock Ridge boys hockey teams on Thursday night. Ultimately, it took overtime to decide a winner. That’s where Caz Carlson netted the game-winning goal to give Rock Ridge the 1-0 victory. The Wolverines (9-3-1) will next host Duluth Denfeld on Saturday. As for Hermantown (6-4-2), they’ll try to bounce…

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Northern Star: Gracyn Schipper

Schipper returns after missing her junior season due to injury.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Northern Stars start their 2024-25 campaign, starting the year 7-4-2. A reason for this, the Northern Stars have their senior captain back out on the ice. Senior Forward Gracyn Schipper missed her junior year due to a broken collarbone she suffered early in the season. “Losing Gracyn was really difficult as a coach and just as…

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Prep Girls Hockey: Duluth Northern Stars Look to Bounce Back Against St. Paul/Two Rivers

The Duluth Northern Stars have won six of their last nine games to reach 6-4-2 at the holiday break.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- After starting the season 0-3, the Duluth Northern Stars have won six of their last nine games to reach 6-4-2 at the holiday break. In the Northern Stars last match, they fell to Grand Rapids/Greenway 6-5. In their first 12 games the Northern Stars average 3 goals per game and have totaled 41 goals on the year. The…

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Duluth Denfeld Boys Hockey Wins Heritage Holiday Classic Title Game

The Hunters end the three-day tournament with a 4-2 win over the Wolfpack to claim the Heritage Holiday Classic Title. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld Hunters hosted Park of Cottage Grove in the Heritage Holiday Classic Championship on Saturday. The Hunters end the three-day tournament with a 4-2 win over the Wolfpack to claim the Heritage Holiday Classic Title. Denfeld is back in action on Saturday, January 4th, against Rock Ridge. Puck drop is at 2 p.m. Categories: High School,…

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Prep Boys Basketball: Cherry Goes 2-0 in Superior Candy Cane Crossover

The Superior Spartans faced off against the Cherry Tigers in their second game of the tournament. 
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Day two of the Superior Candy Cane Crossover tipped off on Saturday. The Superior Spartans faced off against the Cherry Tigers in their second game of the tournament. The Spartans and Tigers went back and forth all game, but in the end, the Tigers defeated the Spartans 78-68. Cherry is back in action on Saturday, January 4th…

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Boys Hockey: Duluth Denfeld to Play in Heritage Holiday Classic Championship, Superior Edged By Park

The Wolfpack and the Hunters will drop the puck at 3:30 PM on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The host team in the Heritage Holiday Classic will get to play for the championship on Saturday. The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team defeated Irondale on Friday in the semifinals, 9 to 2. Nolan Harju had a team-leading three goals in the contest. Denfeld will meet Park, who topped Superior 5 to 1 in the other semifinal. The…

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Prep Basketball: Esko Boys Win Coaches Classic Title, Cherry Remains Perfect, Duluth East Girls Fall

Esko defeated the Hilltoppers 74-53 to claim the Coachers Classic championship.  
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko and Duluth Marshall faced-off in the 44th annual Coaches Classic championship game on Friday. The host team ended up taking home the top prize as Esko defeated the Hilltoppers 74-53. Esko’s next game is on Friday, January 3rd against Blake. Tip-off is at 7:15 p.m. For the Hilltoppers, their next game is on Saturday, January 4th against…

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Top Play of the Week: 12/27

At number one, Duluth Denfeld short-handed but no problem for them as John Scott slides the puck over to Nolan Harju for the goal.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays comes from on the ice. At number one, Duluth Denfeld short-handed but no problem for them as John Scott slides the puck over to Nolan Harju for the goal. Hunters advance to Saturday’s Heritage Holiday Classic Championship/ Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Boys Hockey: Hermantown Bounces Back, Superior & Denfeld Earn Holiday Tourney Wins, North Shore Falls

Both the Heritage Holiday Classic and Bill McGann Classic wrap up on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- For the second time this season, the Hermantown boys hockey team bounced back after a loss. The Hawks protected their home ice, defeating Delano 3-0 on Thursday. Hermantown outshot Delano 39 to 27. The Hawks will next play at White Bear Lake on Saturday. In other boys hockey action, it was day one of the Heritage Holiday Classic….

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Prep Basketball: Duluth Marshall & Esko Claim Spots in Coaches Classic Championship

The Hilltoppers and Esko will face-off in the championship game on Friday, December 27th. 
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The 44th annual Coaches Classic tipped off on Thursday night in Esko. In the first game of the tournament, Duluth Marshall faced Hinckley-Finlayson in the semifinals. The Hilltoppers advance to the championship game with an 87-56 win over the Jaguars. On the other side of the bracket, Esko faced East Central in another semifinal contest. Esko defeated the…

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Northern Star: Bobby Thornton

Thornton forms quite the impressive first line with teammates Grady Knutson and Niko Gentilini.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- C-E-C senior forward Bobby Thornton has had his fair share of goals the past couple of seasons. But this year, he’s sharing the wealth with his linemates Grady Knutson and Niko Gentilini. “We’ve been together since sophomore year. We’ve been friends since a super long time. We just work really well together, passing the puck, moving the puck…

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Prep Hockey: Denfeld Boys Top Duluth East & Superior Girls Earn Third Consecutive Win

The Hunters take down their rivals 2-1 in overtime to earn their third win of the season. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- In prep boys hockey, the Duluth Denfeld Hunters and the Duluth East Greyhounds squared off on Saturday. The Hunters took down their rivals 2-1 in overtime to earn their third win of the season. Denfeld is back in action on Thursday, December 26h against Anoka. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For the Greyhounds, their next game is…

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Prep Basketball: Cloquet Boys, Proctor & Hermantown Girls All Earn Wins

Both the Cloquet boys and Hermantown girls extended their respective win streaks.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet boys basketball team continued their winning ways on Friday, defeating Hibbing 100 to 68. The Lumberjacks are back in action on Friday, December 27th against Cromwell-Wright. Tip-off is at 4:30 p.m. For the Bluejackets, their next game is on Friday, December 27th against Watertown-Mayer. Game time is at 4:30 p.m. Over on the girls side, the…

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Top Plays of the Week: 12/20

At number one, some nice puck handling by C-E-C's Grady Knutson leads to a goal in front of the net.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the hardwood and on the ice. At number two, Denfeld’s Lee Brooks saves the ball from going out of bounds. That leads to Nathan LaPlante putting the ball up for two. At number one, some nice puck handling by C-E-C’s Grady Knutson leads to a goal in front of the…

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Prep Boys Hockey: C-E-C Blanks Defending Class A State Champs, Denfeld Spoils Randolph’s Return

Lumberjacks improve to 7-0 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.-The Cloquet/Esko/Carlton boys hockey team hosted the defending section A state champions St. Cloud Cathedral on Thursday. The Lumberjacks take down the defending state champs 5-0, improving to 7-0 on the year. C-E-C is back in action on Saturday, December 21st hosting St. Michael-Albertville. Puck is at 3 p.m. Over at the Heritage Center, the Duluth Denfeld Hunters hosted…

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Duluth Denfeld Boys Basketball Rolls Past Hermantown to Get Back to .500 Mark

The Hunters are now 3-3 and will next play Cambridge-Isanti on December 27th in Superior.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team picked up their 3rd win of the season on Thursday, defeating Hermantown 94 to 58. The Hunters are now 3-3 and will next play Cambridge-Isanti on December 27th in Superior. As for Hermantown (0-5), they’ll host Chisago Lakes on Saturday. Categories: High School, Sports

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C-E-C Boys Hockey Set to Host Defending Class A State Champions

The Lumberjacks are currently 6-0 on the season.
Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys hockey team is off to a hot start to their 2024-25 campaign as they still remain perfect through six games. The Lumberjacks are currently 6-0 on the season and average six goals per game and have recorded 37 goals on the year. C-E-C also has shut out two of their six opponents so far. Part…

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Prep Hockey: Mirage Edges C-E-C in OT, Two-Goal 3rd Helps Hermantown Get Past Denfeld

Mya Gunderson had the game-winning goal for Proctor/Hermantown.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage continued their winning ways on Tuesday, defeating Cloquet-Esko-Carlton 2-1 in overtime. Mya Gunderson had the game-winning goal for Proctor/Hermantown. Jane Eckstrom had the other goal in the 2nd period. Proctor/Hermantown (11-3) will next play at Brainerd/Little Falls on Thursday. As for Cloquet-Esko-Carlton (4-8), they’ll be at Pine City Area on Thursday. In boys action, Hermantown…

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Prep Girls Basketball: Hermantown Tops Cloquet to Keep Win Streak Alive

Hermantown wins fourth consecutive game.
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- In prep girls basketball the Hermantown Hawks hosted the Cloquet Lumberjacks on Tuesday night. The Hawks defeated the Lumberjacks 58-50 to earn their sixth win of the season. Hermantown is back in action on Friday, December 20th against Duluth Denfeld. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. For Cloquet, their next game is on Thursday, December 19th where they face…

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Nathan Ahlberg Named 2024 WBCA Coach of the Year

Just this past season, Ahlberg led the Green Eagles to a 19-2 record and their first ever WIAA State Tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- Northwood/Solon Springs’ Nathan Ahlberg has been named the 2024 WBCA Coach of the Year. Just this past season, Ahlberg led the Green Eagles to a 19-2 record and their first ever WIAA State Tournament. His squad has also won the WIAA regional championship all four seasons of the co-op. So far, Ahlberg has an overall record of…

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Prep Basketball: Cloquet Wins Thriller Over Denfeld, Grand Rapids Bounces Back Against Proctor

The contest came down to one last shot where the Hunters tried to tie it up, but the Lumberjacks take the home the win 71-68.
Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet boys basketball team hosted Duluth Denfeld in their first conference matchup on Thursday. The contest came down to one last shot where the Hunters tried to tie it up, but the Lumberjacks take the home the win 71-68. Cloquet is back in action on Tuesday, December 17th where they face Marshall. Tip-off is at 7:15 p.m….

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Boys Hockey: Duluth Denfeld & Duluth East Earn First Wins of 2024-2025 Season

Duluth Denfeld is next at Hermantown on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Duluth East will host Andover on Tuesday.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the Duluth Denfeld and Duluth East boys hockey teams picked up their first wins of the season on Thursday. The Hunters defeated Superior 6 to 2 to go to 1-6 on the year. John Scott had a hat trick to lead the Hunters offensively. Duluth Denfeld is next at Hermantown on Tuesday. As for Superior (2-5), they’ll…

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Northern Star: Jane Eckstrom

Eckstrom totaled 35 points in the 2023-2024 season.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- When a season ends, it’s sometimes hard to hit the reset button. But for Proctor/Hermantown senior forward Jane Eckstrom, she’s picked up where she left off last year. “Throughout my high school career, I think it’s been the same where I can just contribute all I have. As a senior, I definitely feel more of a leadership role….

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Prep Hockey: Mirage Earn 9th Win, Rock Ridge Boys Top Denfeld, Hermantown Ties with Marshall

Neelah McLeod tallied her 1,000th career save in the victory.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- In prep girls hockey on Tuesday night, the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage hosted Hibbing/Chisholm. The Mirage earn their ninth win of the season taking down the Bluejackets, 9 to 0. Neelah McLeod tallied her 1,000th career save in the victory. Proctor/Hermantown is back in action on Saturday, December 14th, where they face South St. Paul. Puck drop is at noon….

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Mirage Taking Each Game as a Learning Opportunity in 2024-2025 Season

Proctor/Hermantown is 8-3 so far this season.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage already have 11 games under their belts this season. And what a start it has been as the team has picked up eight wins, five of which have come in shutout fashion. The Mirage also had a six-game winning streak that recently ended this past Saturday. Head Coach Emma Stauber says she’s seen growth from…

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Scott Arntson Steps Down as Head Coach of Esko Football Team

Arntson has been the head coach since 2016.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Soon the Esko football team will look a little bit different on the sidelines. That’s because longtime head coach Scott Arntson has stepped down. Arntson confirmed the decision to Jamey Malcomb of the Duluth News Tribune, citing he wants to spend more time with his grandchildren. Arntson has been the head coach since 2016. He had quite the…

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Superior’s Leno & Rivord to Stay as Teammates with UW-Stout Football

Both Tanner Leno and Garet Rivord announced their commitment to the Blue Devils over the weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A Superior football duo will soon call Stout home. Both Tanner Leno and Garet Rivord announced their commitment to the Blue Devils over the weekend. Leno played kicker, punter, and quarterback for the Spartans. He went a perfect 14 for 14 on extra points and also had seven passing touchdowns. As for Rivord, he led the team with…

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Prep Boys Hockey: C-E-C Stays Perfect, Marshall Suffers First Loss of the Season

Lumberjacks improve to 4-0 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- On Saturday, the Cloquet/Esko/Carlton boys hockey team hosted East Grand Forks, defending their perfect record. The Lumberjacks defeat the Green Wave 4-3 to remain undefeated. C-E-C is back in action on Tuesday, December 10th, where they face the Proctor Rails. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. In other action, Duluth Marshall hosted Minneapolis on Saturday. The Hilltoppers suffered…

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After Scoreless First, Hermantown Boys Hockey Breaks Through for First Win Over East Grand Forks

The Hermantown hosted East Grand Forks on Friday night. 
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team hosted East Grand Forks on Friday night. The Hawks earn their first win of the season as they take down the Green Wave, 4-0. Hermantown moved the puck around as they had four different Hawks score. The Hawks will be back in action on Saturday, December 7th as they face Mahtomedi. Puck drop…

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Boys Basketball: Esko Goes to 2-0, Hibbing Notches 1st Win

Esko (2-0) will be at Grand Rapids on December 10th. Meanwhile, Hibbing will play at I-Falls on the 10th.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hibbing boys basketball team picked up their first win of the season on Friday, defeating Hermantown 86 to 56. The Bluejackets improve to 1-1 and will next play at International Falls on December 10th. Hermantown falls to 0-3 and will try to bounce back against Columbia Heights on December 14th. In other boys action, Esko protected their…

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Top Plays of the Week: 12/6

At number one, Esko's Graham Hartlieb and Sam Haugen team up for the off the glass jam as Esko tops Cloquet.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both of this week’s top plays came from on the hardwood. At number two, Duluth Marshall’s Brooks Johnson continues to rattle rims with a slam in their win against Two Harbors. At number one, Esko’s Graham Hartlieb and Sam Haugen team up for the off the glass jam as Esko tops Cloquet. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School,…

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Hibbing/Chisholm Boys Hockey Blanks Proctor Earning Fourth Win on the Season

Bluejackets improve to 4-2 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor boys hockey team hosted Hibbing/Chisholm on Thursday night. The Bluejackets defeated the Rails 5-0 to earn their fourth win of the season. Hibbing/Chisholm moved the puck around as they had five Bluejackets score on the night. Bluejackets are back in action on Saturday, December 7th against Totino-Grace. Puck drop is at 3 p.m. For the Rails,…

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MN Basketball: Carlson Tallies 1,000th Point as Proctor Improves to 5-0, Marshall Boys Start Out Year with a W

Chloe Carlson picked up her 1,000th career point in the victory for the Rails.
Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team remains unbeaten after defeating Hermantown 66 to 32 on Thursday night. Chloe Carlson picked up her 1,000th career point in the victory for the Rails. Proctor (5-0) will next play at Superior on December 10th. Hermantown (2-2) is set to host Irondale on Saturday. In boys action, Duluth Marshall started off the season…

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Northern Star: Lily Smith

Smith and Proctor are next in action on Thursday at Hermantown.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- In a game with plenty of noise, Proctor senior guard Lily Smith let’s her play do the talking. “I have her in class, first hour calculus. She sits front and center, right in front of the board. Doesn’t really ever ask questions, just is there. But, does very well. Quiet assassin is a great way to describe Lily…

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Prep Basketball: Three Point Shooting Helps Denfeld Boys & Marshall Girls Clinch Home Wins

Duluth Denfeld hosted Duluth East in home opener.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team hosted Duluth East in their home opener on Tuesday. The Hunters took down their rivals 64-52, to start the season 1-0. Duluth Denfeld will travel to North Branch to take on the Vikings on Friday, December 6th. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. For the Greyhounds, their next game in on Friday, December…

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Boys Hockey: Grand Rapids Tops Proctor for 3rd Win of Season

Grand Rapids (3-1) will next host Roseau on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Grand Rapids boys hockey team picked up their 3rd win of the season on Tuesday, defeating Proctor 6 to 2. Luka Rohloff and Ander Rajala had two goals each to lead the Thunderhawks. Grand Rapids (3-1) will next host Roseau on Friday. As for Proctor (3-2), they’ll host Hibbing/Chisholm on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

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Selfless Basketball Propels Proctor Girls to 4-0 Start

The Rails have a number of key returners back including guards Lily Smith and Chloe Carlson and forwards Greta Gustavson and Presley Tapani.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team is off to a strong start this season. A perfect 4-0 record, with all four wins having margins of 23 or more points. The Rails have a number of key returners back including guards Lily Smith and Chloe Carlson and forwards Greta Gustavson and Presley Tapani. Head Coach Matt Solberg says he’s pleased…

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Girls Basketball: Esko Pulls Away Late from Superior to Earn First Win

Esko was led by Clara Swanson, who had 25 points in the contest.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Esko girls basketball team picked up their first win of the season on Monday, defeating Superior 60 to 53. Esko was led by Clara Swanson, who had 25 points in the contest. As for Superior, Annabel Manion was the high-scorer with 23 points. Esko (1-2) will next play at Jordan on Friday. Superior (1-4) is at St….