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Mike Randolph Becomes All-Time Winningest Coach in MSHSL Hockey History

Randolph passes former Rochester Mayo head coach Lorne Grosso.

November 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. CLOUD, Minn.- Former Duluth East head coach Mike Randolph made his coaching debut for Northern Lakes on Monday night. And what a debut it was as Randolph became the all-time winningest coach in MSHSL hockey history, securing win number 708 in the Lightning’s 11 to nothing victory over Prairie Centre. Randolph passes former Rochester Mayo head coach Lorne Grosso….

Girls Basketball: Duluth Denfeld Protects Home Court for 1st Win Over Carlton/Wrenshall

The Hunters improve to 1-1 on the season and will next play at Proctor on Tuesday.

November 25, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld girls basketball team picked up their first win of the season on Monday, defeating Carlton/Wrenshall 46 to 28. The Hunters improve to 1-1 on the season and will next play at Proctor on Tuesday. As for the Raptors (0-1), they’ll host Fond du Lac Ojibwe in their home opener on Tuesday. Categories: High School, Sports

MN Prep Hockey: Duluth East Drops Home Opener to White Bear Lake

Duluth East fell to White Bear Lake 4-0.

November 22, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team held their home opener against White Bear Lake on Friday. The Greyhounds fell to the Bears 4-0, dropping to 0-1 on the year. Duluth East will be back in action on Saturday, where they will host Blaine. Puck drop is set for 3:30 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 11/22

At number one, Proctor's Tanner Ross makes the slick assist to his linemate Austin Bryant, who does the rest of the work for the goal.

November 22, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the hardwood and on the ice. At number two, Rock Ridge’s Lexi Lamppa throws up the alley-oop to teammate Anna Westby for the lay in. At number one, Proctor’s Tanner Ross makes the slick assist to his linemate Austin Bryant, who does the rest of the work for the goal….

Hermantown’s Gabriella Arntson to Play College Volleyball at Bethany Lutheran

Just this past season, Arntson had 200 kills and 49 blocks.

November 22, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown senior Gabriella Arntson is making the next step in her career. On Thursday, Arnston announced her college commitment to Bethany Lutheran. Just this past season, she had 200 kills and 49 blocks. Arntson and the Hawks also made the state tournament for the first time since the 2016 season. Categories: High School, Sports

Jeff Ojanen Steps Down as Cloquet Head Football Coach

During his time as the head coach, Cloquet went 12-17, which included a Section 7AAA title game berth in his first year.

November 22, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- A longtime Cloquet football coach is moving on. Jeff Ojanen confirmed to the Duluth News Tribune that he is stepping down as the head coach at Cloquet after three seasons at the helm. He previously was an assistant for the Lumberjacks for 19 seasons. During his time as the head coach, Cloquet went 12-17, which included a Section…

Prep Girls Basketball: Rock Ridge & Proctor Earn Road Wins to go 1-0

The 2024-25 prep girls' basketball season tipped off on Thursday.

November 21, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The 2024-25 prep girls basketball season tipped off on Thursday. Rock Ridge earned their first road win of the year as they defeated Esko 82-48. The Wolverines are back in action on Tuesday, November 26th, as they will face Cromwell-Wright. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. For Esko, their next game is on Tuesday, November 26th, against Cloquet….

Boys Hockey: Proctor Rolls Past Greenway for Season-Opening Victory

Proctor (1-0) will next host Breck on Friday night.

November 21, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Thursday signaled the beginning of the regular season for boys hockey teams in Minnesota. In Proctor, the Rails picked up where they left off last season with a opening night 8 to 0 win against Greenway. Austin Bryant and Breckin Ross each had two goals in the victory. Proctor (1-0) will next host Breck on Friday night. Greenway…

Northern Star: Brooks Johnson

Johnson and the Hilltoppers open the season on December 5th against Two Harbors.

November 20, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- There hasn’t been much that Duluth Marshall senior Brooks Johnson hasn’t accomplished during his high school career. That’s why he’s dedicating his last season to one goal and one goal only. “I think the only thing that is missing on my high school basketball resume is the team accolade. So, I want to hopefully go undefeated this year….

Mirage Gets Bounce Back Win After Three-Goal Period

The Mirage improves to 3-2 on the year.

November 19, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage were back on home ice on Tuesday, taking on Moose Lake Area. The Mirage left no doubt as they defeated the Rebels 4-0, improving to 3-2 on the year. Proctor/Hermantown scored three goals in the first period with two of them coming from Jane Eckstrom. The Mirage will be back in action on Saturday, November…

Hayward Girls Hoops Opens Season with Overtime Win in Superior

Hayward (1-0) is set to host Bloomer on November 21st.

November 19, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Both the Hayward and Superior girls basketball teams opened up their regular seasons on Tuesday. It took overtime to decide a winner and the Hurricanes eventually came out on top 60 to 58. Melody Isham finished with 13 points for Hayward. Annabel Mannion had a team-leading 23 points for the Spartans. Ava Meierotto was just behind her with…

Duluth Marshall Boys Hoops Hoping to Make Even Bigger Step in 2024-2025 Season

The Duluth Marshall boys basketball team is coming off a bounce back season in which they turned a 4-23 record into a 15-13 record.

November 19, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys basketball team is coming off a bounce back season in which they turned a 4-23 record into a 15-13 record. And with most of their core returning, including seniors Brooks Johnson and Josh Johnson, the Hilltoppers are going to be in the mix for the Section 7 AA title. Head Coach Cam Berger said he…

Stealth Senior Kale Smith to Play College Lacrosse at Montevallo

Just last season, Smith found the back of the net 31 times and also had 23 assists.

November 19, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown’s/Proctor’s Kale Smith is set to play for the University of Montevallo in Alabama next year. With the move, Smith is the first D2 commit in program history for the Stealth. Just last season, he found the back of the net 31 times and also had 23 assists. Smith and the Stealth finished their 2024 campaign with a…

Ashland’s Michael Zunker Commits to St. Scholastica Baseball

Zunker has been all-conference the past two seasons.

November 19, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- An Ashland baseball standout will soon call the Twin Ports home. Pitcher and infielder Michael Zunker announced his commitment to St. Scholastica. He’s been recognized by the Heart O’North conference the past two seasons, landing on the 2nd team in 2023 and making it up to the first team this past year. Zunker and Ashland went 15-14 in…

Northwestern’s Bryce Ronchi to Play College Football at UW-Stout

Just this past season, Ronchi was a touchdown machine as he found the end zone 18 times.

November 18, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- A Northwestern football standout announced the next step in his playing career. On Sunday night, Tigers running back and linebacker Bryce Ronchi declared his intentions to play for UW-Stout next fall. Just this past season, Ronchi was a touchdown machine as he found the end zone 18 times. He could also get it done on the defensive side…

Prep Football WI: Northwestern’s Run to State Ends at State Semi-Final Game

The Tigers end season with a 10-3 overall record.

November 15, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

RHINELANDER, Wis.- On Friday, Northwestern took on Wrightstown with a trip to Madison on the line. Northwestern making their first State Semi-final game since 2009, in search of a return to the State title game for the first time since 1993. The Tigers state run ends as they fall to Wrightstown 47-16 in the WIAA State Semi-final game. Northwestern ends…

Cherry’s Noah Asuma to Play College Baseball at University of Minnesota

Just this past season, Asuma had a batting average of .524 with four home runs and 31 runs batted in.

November 14, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- Another Asuma will soon call the University of Minnesota home. On Thursday, junior infielder Noah Asuma announced his college commitment to the Golden Gophers. Just this past season, Asuma had a batting average of .524 with four home runs and 31 runs batted in. The year prior was even better as he went .632 at the dish…

State Football: Late INT Halts MIB Comeback Against Hills-Beaver Creek in Semifinals

Mountain Iron-Buhl finishes the year with a 12-1 overall record.

November 14, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- It came down to one last drive between Hills-Beaver Creek and Mountain Iron-Buhl to decide a winner in the 9-man semifinals on Thursday. Unfortunately, a late interception by Sawyer Bosch with 13 seconds left ended the Rangers season as they fell 26 to 20. Micaden Clines had two touchdowns to lead MIB offensively, one of which was through…

Duluth East Ski Coach Bonnie Fuller-Kask Inducted Into MSCHA Hall of Fame

Fuller-Kask has been coaching the Greyhounds for the last 28 years.

November 13, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A longtime Duluth East head coach has been inducted in the MSCHA Nordic Ski Hall of Fame. Bonnie Fuller-Kask joins the 2024 class. She’s been coaching the Greyhounds for the last 28 years. During her time so far, she’s had eight state meet championship teams and one individual state champion. She also was named coach of the year…

Big First Period Lifts C-E-C to First Win of the Season

Lumberjacks earn their first win of the season.

November 12, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn– The Cloquet/Esko/Carlton girls’ hockey were in search of their first win as they hosted Moose Lake Area on Tuesday night. The Lumberjacks able to get it done as they defeated Rebels 4-1. Leading the way for the Lumberjacks was Allie Jones, recording two goals on the night. C-E-C will be back in action on Saturday, November 16th, where…

Manns, Adamski, & Schimek to Represent North at MFCA All-Star Game

The game takes place on December 14th at U.S. Bank Stadium.

November 12, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- Two Northland football standouts will get the chance to represent their schools one last time. On Tuesday, the Minnesota High School Football All-Star Game rosters were announced and set to suit up for the North team is Denfeld’s Taye Manns and Hermantown’s Aidan Adamski. The two are among the 88 players that will compete in the game on…

Superior’s Brynn Johnson Staying Home to Play College Soccer for UW-Superior

The current senior had seven goals and five assists last season.

November 11, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Current Spartan Brynn Johnson announced her college commitment to the UW-Superior women’s soccer team on Monday night. The now senior had seven goals and five assists last season. She was also named Big Rivers All-Conference honorable mention. Johnson is set to be one of the captains for the Spartans this upcoming spring. Categories: High School, Sports

Mirage Fall in Season Opener to Defending State Champions

The Mirage held their 2024 home opener against Warroad.

November 8, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN. Minn.- The Mirage dropped the puck on their 2024 campaign against the defending State Champions Warroad. Sadly, it didn’t go their way as the Mirage fell to Warroad 7-1, in their home opener. The Mirage’s next game is on Saturday, November 9th, against Roseau. Puck drop is at noon. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

WI Prep FB: Northwestern Advances to Level Four, Northwood/Solon Springs’ Season Ends

WIAA State Playoffs continue on Friday

November 8, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

MAPLE, Wis.- Level three of the WIAA playoffs was held on Friday night. In Division 5, Northwestern defeated top seeded St. Croix Falls 20-8. The Tigers advance the level four, where they face Wrightstown. Kickoff is set for Friday, November 15th at 7 p.m. Over in 8-man, Northwood/Solon Springs falls to Lena/ Saint Thomas Aquinas 38-14. Northwood/ Solon Springs ends…

State Football: Moose Lake/Willow River & Deer River Fall Short in Quarterfinals

Mountain Iron-Buhl is the lone remaining Northland team in the state tournament.

November 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

BRAINERD, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River football team made their 4th straight state tournament appearance on Friday night. Rebels met up with a tough Kimball Cubs squad in the AA quarterfinals, who ended up shutting out Moose Lake 38 to 0. The Rebels finish the year with a 9-3 record. In other state football action, Deer River made their return…

State Volleyball: Ely & Hermantown Eliminated in Consolation Semifinals

The Timberwolves and Hawks were the last remaining Northland teams in the tournament.

November 8, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Ely volleyball team looked to extend their season on Friday against New Life Academy in the Class A consolation semifinals. After taking the first two sets, the Timberwolves saw their lead slip away as they fell in five sets. Ely finishes the season with a record of 28-5. In other state volleyball action, Hermantown saw their…

State Football: MIB Clinches Spot in Semifinals, Hermantown & Cromwell-Wright See Seasons End

The Rangers will next play on November 14th at 1 PM at U.S. Bank Stadium. Opponent is still to be determined.

November 7, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Three Northland prep football teams began state tournament play on Thursday. In 9-man action, Mountain Iron-Buhl celebrated their fourth straight state tournament appearance by defeating Stephen-Argyle Central in the quarterfinals, 38 to 6. MIB was led by Derik Dahl and Micaden Clines, who each had two scores in the victory. The Rangers will next play on November…

State Volleyball: Ely’s Title Hopes Ended By Minneota in Class A Quarterfinals

The Timberwolves now head into consolation play and will next play on Friday at 3 PM.

November 7, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Ely volleyball team made their 3rd straight state tournament appearance on Thursday night. Unfortunately like the last two state tournaments, their title hopes ended in the Class A quarterfinals as Ely fell to Minneota in straight sets. The scores were 25-17, 25-20, and 25-16. The Timberwolves now head into consolation play and will next play on…

Hermantown Football Set to Play Orono in First State Quarterfinal Game Since 2018

Hermantown earns second seed in state tournament.

November 6, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown football team pulled off the late fourth quarter comeback against North Branch in the section 7AAAA championship game last Friday. The Hawks defeated North Branch 35-28, earning their first state appearance since 2018. Hermantown finished the regular season (7-1), with their only loss coming from North Brach. A trip to the state tournament was one of…

Unbeaten Delano Handles Hermantown Volleyball in State AAA Quarterfinals

Hermantown is making their first state tournament appearance since 2016.

November 6, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Hermantown volleyball team made their first state tournament appearance since 2016 on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the Hawks ran into unbeaten Delano in the AAA quarterfinals as the Tigers won in straight sets. The scores were 25-15, 25-20, and 25-10. Hermantown now heads into consolation play. They’ll next play Mahtomedi on Friday morning at 9 AM. Categories: High…

Mirage Forward Jane Eckstrom to Play College Hockey at Hamline University

In three full seasons with the Mirage, Eckstrom has tallied 78 total points.

November 6, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Proctor/Hermantown forward Jane Eckstrom announced where she’s heading next to play college hockey earlier this week. Eckstrom is set to suit upfor the Hamline Pipers beginning next fall. In three full seasons with the Mirage, she has tallied 78 total points. The Mirage and Eckstrom host Warroad on Friday to begin the season. Categories: High School, Sports

After Eight-Year Wait, Hermantown Volleyball Back in the State Tournament

Hermantown clinched Section 7AAA title on October 31st.

November 4, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- In recent years, the Hermantown volleyball team has come close to making it to the state tournament. That included three section 7AAA semifinal defeats. However, the streak is no more. The Hawks are state bound for the first time since 2016. They made that possible last Thursday when they topped North Branch in the section title game in…

Minnesota State Volleyball Matchups Announced

Two Northland teams are set to play at the Xcel Energy Center beginning on Wednesday.

November 4, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- On Sunday, the MSHSL announced the volleyball matchups for the upcoming state tournament. Two Northland teams are set to play at the Xcel Energy Center beginning on Wednesday. In Class A, Ely draws the 7th seed and will face the 2nd seed Minneota at 7 PM on Thursday. It’s the 3rd straight state tournament appearance for the…

Ely Volleyball Defends Section 7A Title, Advances to State for 3rd Straight Season

Ely defeated Bigfork in straight sets on Saturday in Hermantown.

November 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Ely volleyball team defended their section 7A title on Saturday, defeating Bigfork in straight sets. The scores were: (27-25, 25-15, 25-18). “The third year feels just as good as the first. It really is cool. Every team is different, it’s just really neat to experience that with every single team we’ve had the last three years. It…

Esko Volleyball’s Fast Start Cooled Off By Rush City in Section 7AA Title Game

Esko finishes the year with a 24-6 record.

November 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- For the fourth straight season, the Esko volleyball team saw their season end in defeat to the Rush City Tigers. Playing in the Section 7AA title game, Esko won the first set but dropped the next three as the Tigers claimed the title in four sets. The scores were (16-25, 25-13, 25-9, 25-20). Esko finishes the year with…

Minnesota State Football Matchups Announced

The first state tournament games begin on November 7th.

November 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- On Saturday, the state football matchups in Minnesota were announced. Five Northland teams are set to compete for a state title. In 9-Player, Mountain Iron-Buhl earns the top seed and will face Stephen-Argyle Central in the quarterfinals. That contest takes place on November 7th at Grand Rapids High School. Kickoff is at 7 PM. Joining the Rangers in…

Hermantown Rallies Past North Branch to Claim First Section 7AAAA Title Since 2018

This will be Hermantown's first state tournament appearance since 2018.

November 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It didn’t look good at times in the first. But, the Hermantown football team rallied in the 2nd half against North Branch on Friday night for the 7AAAA title. Martin Sleen had a seven yard rushing touchdown late in the game to give the Hawks the eventual 35 to 28 victory. Alex Schott pitched in with two touchdown…

Late Score Lifts Deer River Football Past Mille Lacs for Section 7A Crown

This is the 16th time in program history that Deer River has advanced to state.

November 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- After a one year hiatus, the Deer River Football team is heading back to the state tournament. On Friday, the Warriors defeated Mille Lacs 8 to 6 for the Section 7A title. Deer River scored with 38 seconds left in the game and went for two to take the eventual win. This is the 16th time in program…

WI Football: Northwestern Edges Stanley-Boyd to Move On to Level 3, Northwood/Solon Springs Advances

The Tigers now move on to Level 3 where they will face St. Croix Falls.

November 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba, Matt McConico,

MAPLE, Wis.- The Northwestern football team continued their winning ways on Friday, defeating Stanley-Boyd 26 to 21 in level 2 playoff action. The Tigers now move on to Level 3 where they will face St. Croix Falls. That contest is scheduled for 7 PM on November 8th in St. Croix Falls. In 8-man action, Northwood/Solon Springs defeated Clayton 46 to…

Top Play of the Week: 11/1

Hermantown's Martin Sleen breaks a few North Branch tackles for a Hawks touchdown.

November 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play came from on the gridiron. At number one, Hermantown’s Alex Schott with the toss to his running back Martin Sleen and Sleen just wouldn’t go down. He breaks a few vikings tackles as he’s in for six. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Mountain Iron-Buhl Football Holds Off Cherry for 4th Straight Section 7 Title

This is the 4th straight year that MIB has advanced to state. It's also the 11th time in program history.

November 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

AURORA, Minn.- The Mountain Iron-Buhl football team is once again state bound. On Friday, the Rangers defeated Cherry 34-28 to claim the 9-player Section 7 championship. This is the 4th straight year that MIB has advanced to state. It’s also the 11th time in program history. The Rangers will hear who their first round opponent is over the weekend. …

Moose Lake/Willow River Football Claims Fourth Straight, 18th Overall Section Title

Moose Lake/ Willow River claims their 18th section title in school history.

October 31, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn- First set of section championship matches kicked off on Thursday. In section 7AA, Moose Lake/ Willow River took down Mesabi East 24-14 to earn their fourth straight section title. Despite having a small senior class, coach Dave Louzek spoke about why this team had what it takes to win the section. “We have a small senior class, six…

Hermantown Volleyball State Bound for First Time Since 2016

The Hawks took down the Vikings of North Branch in four sets.

October 31, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Hermantown volleyball team captured the Section 7AAA title on Thursday, defeating North Branch in four sets. The scores were (26-24, 25-14, 24-26, 25-19). This is the first time since the 2016 season that the Hawks have advances to the state tournament. They’ll learn who their first round opponent is in the next couple of days. Categories: High…

Two Harbors Football Sees Season End in Section 7AAA Title Game Loss

Two Harbors finishes the year with a 8-2 record.

October 31, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Two Harbors football team saw their season come to a close on Thursday, falling to Pequot Lakes 36 to 15 in the Section 7AAA title game. The Agates started out strong thanks to a safety and a rushing touchdown by Zack Libal that put them up 8-0. After that though, it was all Patriots as they outscored…

Cromwell-Wright Football Snaps Six-Year State Tournament Drought After Clinching Section 5 Title

A late touchdown pass by Brenden Gronner to Drew Nyberg in the 4th quarter was the difference maker.

October 31, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

BRAINERD, Minn.- For the first time since 2018, the Cromwell-Wright football team is heading to the state tournament. The Cardinals made that possible on Thursday when they defeated Nevis 20-14 in the Section 5, 9-Player title game. A late touchdown pass by Brenden Gronner to Drew Nyberg in the 4th quarter was the difference maker. Cromwell-Wright will learn who their…

MN Prep Volleyball: Esko Heads Back to Section 7AA Title Game, Two Harbors Eliminated

Section championship matches set for Saturday, November 2nd.

October 30, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The section semifinals match ups wrapped up on Wednesday night for prep volleyball. In section 7AA, Two Harbors fell to defending champion Rush City 3-1. The Agates finished the season with a record of 23-5. On the other side of the section 7AA bracket, Esko takes down Crosby- Ironton in five sets. Esko will face Rush City in…

Esko Girls Soccer Tops St. Charles to Claim 3rd Place in Class A

Esko went 14-4-1 overall in the 2024 season.

October 30, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team finished their season on Wednesday on a high note. In the Class A 3rd place game, Esko defeated St. Charles 3-1 to earn their best finish in program history. Esko went 14-4-1 overall in the 2024 season. Categories: High School, Sports

Solon Springs/Northwood Set to Be Well Represented at WIAA State Cross Country Meet

Northwood/Solon Springs captured their 2nd straight WIAA Division 3 Cross Country Sectional title, clinching their 3rd consecutive state tournament appearance.

October 29, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- The Solon Springs/Northwood boys cross country team continues to show that they are a running powerhouse. This past Saturday, the Green Eagles captured their 2nd straight WIAA Division 3 Cross Country Sectional title, clinching their 3rd consecutive state tournament appearance. Senior Isaac Dickenson had a weekend to remember as he ran a school record 16 minutes to…

State Girls Soccer: Esko’s Rally Falls Short in Semifinals Against Southwest Christian

Esko will next play in the 3rd place game on Wednesday.

October 29, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Esko girls soccer team played in their first-ever state semifinal game on Tuesday. Unfortunately, their title hopes ended as top-seeded Southwest Christian came away with the 2 to 1 victory. Maya Johnson had both goals for the Stars in the contest. Reese Kuklinski was the lone goal-scorer for Esko. Esko will next play in the 3rd place…

MN Prep Volleyball: Hermantown Finally Breaks Past Section 7AAA Semifinal Game

Hermantown advances to championship match after falling short the last three years.

October 28, 2024

Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Section 7AAA semifinal match ups were held on Monday for Minnesota prep volleyball. The Hermantown Hawks defeated Princeton 3-0, to advance to the section championship game. Hermantown previously was eliminated in the semifinals the last three seasons. Leading the way for Hermantown was Claire Kaups, who recorded 1o kills on the night. The Hawks will take on North…