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District Opens Investigation Into On-Ice Fight Involving Duluth East Hockey Player

According to the MSHSL guidelines, the discipline for fighting is a one to three game suspension.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – When the Duluth East and Duluth Denfeld boys hockey teams meet up, it’s always a chippy affair between two rivals. But Wednesday night’s game has now prompted an investigation from the district. A video from the online stream of the game from late in the third period shows Duluth East junior defenseman Grady Downs go behind the…

East Boys Basketball
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Basketball Drops Nail-Biter to Tartan

The Greyhounds would look to snap their two-game losing streak Saturday at home against Woodbury.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth East boys basketball team suffered a heart-breaking loss at home to Tartan 57-54 Thursday night. The Greyhounds would look to snap their two-game losing streak Saturday at home against Woodbury. Categories: High School, Sports

Garron Opsahl
High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Garron Opsahl Breaks Two MSHSL Goaltending Records

The junior has broken two state records: consecutive shutouts with six and he has not allowed a goal in 353 minutes and 43 seconds of game time, which is nearly 100 minutes more than the previous record.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – What a season it’s been for Hermantown goalie Garron Opsahl. The junior has broken two state records: consecutive shutouts with six and he has not allowed a goal in 353 minutes and 43 seconds of game time, which is nearly 100 minutes more than the previous record. “It was really cool. At first, I didn’t realize it…

Noah Cates
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Noah Cates Named Assistant Captain for Team USA, Scores in Olympic Debut

Before Wednesday's opener against China, Cates was named an assistant captain for Team USA.
Sam Ali,

BEIJING, China – Last month when asked about being named to the U.S. Olympic men’s hockey team, UMD’s Noah Cates said it was a dream come true while smiling from ear to ear. Well so far, the dream is getting better and better. Before Wednesday’s opener against China, Cates was named an assistant captain for Team USA. And in his…

Marshall Girls Hockey
High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Girls Hockey Eyeing Second Straight Appearance in Section Title Game

Next up for the Hilltoppers is a red-hot Cloquet-Esko-Carlton squad. However, Marshall defeated the Lumberjacks in their only regular season match-up one month ago.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Marshall girls took care of business Tuesday night as they defeated Rock Ridge 2-0 to advance to the section semi-finals. Next up for the Hilltoppers is a red-hot Cloquet-Esko-Carlton squad. However, Marshall defeated the Lumberjacks in their only regular season match-up one month ago. “They’re are a tough team and it will be a very…

Umd Womens Hockeyu
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

National, Conference Rankings Taking Shape for UMD Women’s Hockey Team

The UMD women's hockey team is currently ranked fourth in the country, which means if the NCAA tournament began today, the Bulldogs would host playoff games.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After splitting their road series with Wisconsin, the UMD women’s hockey team is now fourth in the country, which means if the NCAA tournament began today, the Bulldogs would host playoff games. And that makes the final few weeks as important as ever. “Wherever you sit, it should just be fuel and motivation, whether you’re at the…

Umdbasketball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD-UMary Women’s Basketball Game Cancelled

The decision comes due to a non-COVID related illness with the Marauders' program.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD announced Wednesday that the women’s basketball game Friday at the University of Mary has been cancelled. The decision comes due to a non-COVID related illness with the Marauders’ program. The game will not be re-scheduled. The men’s game will still take place and the women now set their sights on Minot for Saturday night. Categories: College,…

Umd Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Scott Sandelin Talks Tie with St. Cloud State

Last night was the first game for the Bulldogs without captain Noah Cates, who is at the Olympics.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday night, the UMD men’s hockey team jumped out to a 2-0 lead on St. Cloud State and just needed one more period to close out the Huskies. And that’s not exactly how it would play out. St. Cloud State would score two goals in the final period to force overtime as the game officially went down…

Deer River
High School, Sports

Deer River’s Ty Morrison Becomes Program’s All-Time Leading Scorer

The Warriors knocked off Ely as Morrison broke Damon Benham's record of 1,710 career points.
Sam Ali,

DEER RIVER, Minn. – Tuesday night, Deer River’s Ty Morrison became the program’s all time leading scorer. The Warriors knocked off Ely as Morrison broke Damon Benham’s record of 1,710 career points. He is also the program’s all time leader in assists. Deer river is currently 15-2 and riding a nine game win streak. Categories: High School, Sports

Prep Ghkyplayoffs
High School, Sports

Prep Girls Hockey: Duluth Marshall, Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Win Section Quarterfinal Match-Ups

The Hilltoppers and Lumberjacks will meet Saturday in the section semi-finals.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – In the first round of the Section 7A girls hockey playoffs, Duluth Marshall held on to beat Rock Ridge 2-1 and Cloquet-Esko-Carlton blanked North Shore 4-0. The Hilltoppers and Lumberjacks will meet Saturday in the section semi-finals. Categories: High School, Sports

Ashland
Community, Great Outdoors

Visitors from Near and Far Enjoying Winter Fun in Northwestern Wisconsin

Brett Scott,

ASHLAND, Wis. – Tis the season for winter fun, and the options are endless especially when you take a trip to Northwestern Wisconsin. “I think Ashland is a great escape,” said Mary McPhetridge, executive director of Visit Ashland. It’s a four-season destination that flourishes year-round. “We have this wonderful little mural, self-guided tour that you can pick up,” said McPhetridge….

Umdwhky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Settles for Tie with St. Cloud State, Huskies Win Shootout

Tanner Laderoute and Quinn Olson each scored for the Bulldogs.
Sam Ali,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team took a 2-0 into the third period, but St. Cloud State rallied to send the game into overtime as the game ended in a 2-2 tie. The Huskies would win the shootout 3-2 to take home the extra NCHC point. Tanner Laderoute and Quinn Olson each scored for the Bulldogs. Categories:…

Bittmann
High School, Sports

Eveleth-Gilbert’s Will Bittmann Grabs 1,000th Career Rebound

Back in December, Bittmann reached the 1,000-point milestone.
Sam Ali,

EVELETH, Minn. – Monday night, Eveleth-Gilbert’s Will Bittmann made program history, becoming the only player to grab 1,000 rebounds. Back in December, Bittmann reached the 1,000-point milestone. This is the Golden Bears’ final season as a program as they will merge with Rock Ridge next season. Categories: High School, Sports

Denfeld Hockey Military
High School, Sports

Denfeld Boys Hockey Presents Special Jersey to Local Military Veteran

Frank Baker-Hartley had no idea the Hunters were paying him a visit and even presented him with two tickets to Wednesday's game. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Wednesday night, the Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team will host military appreciation night as the Heritage Center. As part of the event, the team ordered jerseys for sponsors, but when one of those sponsors asked for the jersey to be donated, the Hunters knew just who it should be. The players went up to Edgewood Vista…

East Bhky
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Hockey Roars Back for OT Win Over Cloquet-Esko-Carlton

Noah Teng scored the game-winner for the Greyhounds with less than 20 seconds left in overtime.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Duluth East boys hockey team rallied back from a 3-0 deficit to get the overtime win over Cloquet-Esko-Carlton 4-3 at the Northwoods Credit Union. Noah Teng scored the game-winner for the Greyhounds with less than 20 seconds left in overtime. Categories: High School, Sports

Css Womens Basketball
College, Sports

Strong First Half Powers St. Scholastica Women’s Basketball Past Macalester

Sophomore guard Miranda Broberg led the way with 21 points.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sophomore guard Miranda Broberg led the way with 21 points as the St. Scholastica women’s basketball team defeated Macalester 68-57 Monday night at the Reif Gym. Proctor native Liz Frase also chipped in with 14 points as the Saints pick up their second win of the season. Categories: College, Sports

Crmeskomrshbball
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Cromwell-Wright Girls, Duluth Marshall Boys Defend Home Court; Esko Girls Pick Up Road Win in Double OT

It was a good way to the start the week for the Cardinals, Eskomos and Hilltoppers.
Sam Ali,

CROMWELL, Minn. – In a battle of two of the best teams in Section 7A, it was the Cromwell-Wright girls basketball teams getting the home win over South Ridge 55-45 Monday night. In other prep basketball action, the Esko girls won a double overtime thriller over Superior 43-41 and the Duluth Marshall boys took care of business at home with…

Umd Women's Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Drops Series Finale at Wisconsin

Despite falling 5-1 in the finale on Saturday night, head coach Maura Crowell said there are plenty of positives to take away from the weekend, like getting their first win in Madison since 2010.
Claudia Chakamian,

MADISON, Wis. – Friday night, the UMD women’s hockey team got their first win in Madison since 2010 via a 45 save shutout from Jojo Chobak. But Saturday night, the Badgers stormed back for the 5-1 win, including scoring two goals just 25 seconds apart. Despites Saturday’s struggles, UMD feels there are a lot of positives to take away from…

Northern Star
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Kolbin Carter

For this week's segment, we feature a Proctor basketball player who has made a big impact in his first year back in the Northland.
Claudia Chakamian,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Kolbin Carter has always called the Northland home. “It’s a great community, everyone accepts you, everybody’s close,” Carter said. But after his freshman year of high school, his family got new jobs and they moved to Las Vegas. Three years later, they moved back and now Carter is playing basketball with the Proctor Rails. “When I was…

Koy Nelson
High School, Sports

Koy Nelson Becomes South Shore Boys Basketball’s All-Time Leading Scorer

Earlier this season, Nelson scored a school record 52 points, including another school record 12 three-pointers. 
Claudia Chakamian,

PORT WING, Wis. – South Shore senior guard Koy Nelson became the boys basketball program’s all-time leading scorer this past weekend. Nelson passed Jeff Lahti who had 1542 career points. Nelson is averaging over 30 points a game which ranks second in the state of Wisconsin. Earlier this season, Nelson scored a school record 52 points, including another school record 12…

Umd Bb Wins
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Basketball Cruises Past Northern State to Sweep Doubleheader

Austin Andrews finished with a double-double with 23 points and 13 rebounds as the Bulldogs men stay unbeaten at home, while Ann Simonet finished with 10 points on her senior day as the Bulldogs women won their 10th straight.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – One day after clinching the NSIC North Division title, the No. 7 Minnesota Duluth men’s basketball team continued to roll, defeating Northern State 88-75. Austin Andrews led the Bulldogs with 23 points and 13 rebounds while Joshua Brown finished with 20 points and Drew Blair tallied 19 points as the Bulldogs stay undefeated at home. UMD improves…

Css Bb
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Basketball Swept by Carleton on Senior Day

Miranda Broberg led the Saints women with 12 points while Nick Carlson recorded his first career double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds for the Saints men.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica women’s basketball team fell behind early and couldn’t catch back up, as Carleton got the 58-42 win. Miranda Broberg led the Saints with 12 points while Liz Frase had a team-high six rebounds. The Saints fall to 1-18 and will be back in action on Monday against Macalester. Meanwhile, the St. Scholastica men couldn’t…

Css Hockey
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Men’s Hockey Holds Off Bethel to Sweep Weekend Series

The Saints got goals from Arkhip Ledenkov and Michael Talbot while Jack Bostedt finished with 19 saves. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica men’s hockey used a two-goal second period to get the 2-1 win over Bethel to sweep the weekend series. The Saints got goals from Arkhip Ledenkov and Michael Talbot while Jack Bostedt finished with 19 saves. The Saints improve to 9-9-2 on the season and will be back in action Feb. 17 against Gustavus…

Uws Men's Hockey
College, Sports

UW-Superior Men’s Hockey Edged by UW-River Falls at Home

Dylan Johnson, Reed Stark and Coltyn Bates all scored for the Yellowjackets. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s hockey team fell into an early deficit and couldn’t complete the comeback, as UW-River Falls got the 4-3 win to sweep the weekend series. Dylan Johnson, Reed Stark and Coltyn Bates all scored for the Yellowjackets. UWS falls to 12-7-2 on the season and will play at UW-Stevens Point on Wednesday. Categories: College, Sports

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College, Features, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, Wisconsin

‘The Hockey Guys’ Tik Tok Account Drawing Millions of Eyes to UWS Men’s Hockey

What started as a personal account in 2020 for Lawson McDonald, skyrocketed into "The Hockey Guys" a brand with over a million followers.
Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wessman Arena is the place to be to catch the UWS men’s hockey team in action, but they’ve found a new audience, on Tik Tok, where they’ve been able to reach millions of fans. What started as a personal account in 2020 for Lawson McDonald, skyrocketed into “The Hockey Guys” a brand with over a million followers….

Proctor Basketball
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Rodberg Scores 1,000th Point as Proctor Girls Basketball Defeats Duluth Denfeld

Hope Carlson finished with 14 points and Rodberg led all scorers with 15 points.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Senior Payton Rodberg scored her 1,000th career point as the Proctor girls basketball team defeated Duluth Denfeld 84-19. Hope Carlson finished with 14 points and Rodberg led all scorers with 15 points. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Umd Bb
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Picks Up Ninth Straight Win, UMD Men Captures North Division Championship

It was a good night for the Bulldogs as they swept the Dragons at Romano Gym.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team defeated Minnesota State Moorhead 67-42 Friday night at Romano Gym. And in the men’s game, the Bulldogs used a strong second half to knock off the Dragons 80-70 and capture the NSIC North Division championship. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Umd Women's Hockey
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Chobak, Giguere Power UMD Women’s Hockey to Road Shutout Over Wisconsin

It's the Bulldogs first win in Madison since November of 2010.
Sam Ali,

MADISON, Wis. – Senior Elizabeth Giguere would score twice and sophomore Jojo Chobak would record a career-high 45 saves as the UMD women’s hockey team shuts out Wisconsin 3-0 Friday night at the La Bahn Arena. Gabby Krause scored the other goal for the Bulldogs, who get their first win in Madison since November of 2010. Categories: College, Friday Night…

Css Women's Hoceky
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

St. Scholastica Women’s Hockey Rallies to Defeat Bethel

Abby Pohlkamp scored the game-winner while Rachel Anderson added a short-handed goal for the Saints.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Abby Pohlkamp scored the game-winner early in the third period as the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team battled back to get the 2-1 win over Bethel on Friday night. Rachel Anderson scored the other goal for the Saints, short-handed late in the second. St. Scholastica improves to 10-6-1 on the season and will play at Bethel on…

Denfeld Boys Hockey
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Hockey Storms Back to Defeat Sartell in Overtime

Connor McClure scored the game-winner in overtime while Simon Davidson, Braeden Erickson and Whittaker Heart each scored in regulation. Davidson finished the night with a goal and two assists, reaching 100 career points.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team erased a three-goal deficit going into the second period, storming back to force overtime, then Connor McClure scored the game-winner to give the Hunters the 4-3 win over Sartell. Simon Davidson, Braeden Erickson and Whittaker Heart each scored in regulation for the Hunters. Davidson’s goal and two assists, including on the…

Cec Girls Hockey
High School, Sports

Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Girls Hockey Red Hot as Regular Season Winds Down

The Lumberjacks have been relying on their defense and junior goaltender Araya Kaminski, who has allowed just four goals during the team's 10 game win streak.
Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls hockey team has been on fire as of late. The Lumberjacks started the season 2-4 and now they have won 10 straight as the regular season winds down. “We obviously have a lot of seniors and a lot of veteran players. The beginning of the season started out a little bit rocky. We had…

Shuster Family
Professional Sports, Sports

John Shuster’s Family Watches Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony

The fun continues throughout the day as John's sons Luke and Logan held a special opening ceremony at their school, as kids in their grades marched through the hallways with Luke and Logan as the flag bearers. 
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Early on Friday morning, the opening ceremonies for the 2022 Winter Games took place in Beijing. The event aired at 5:30 a.m. local time but that didn’t stop a local family with some Olympics ties. John Shuster’s house was packed with friends and family to watch him carry the flag of the United States during the opening…

Jay Cooke State Park
Active Adventures

Jay Cooke State Park Offering Free Admission Saturday, Feb. 19

Ken Slama,

CARLTON, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, Meteorologist Ken Slama visits the beautiful and serene Jay Cook State Park where he meets up with Park Naturalist Kristine Hiller for some snowshoeing. You don’t know what you will find when you venture off the trails and head into the trees! Jay Cooke State Park will be offering free admission on…

Nelson
College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Northwestern’s Bennett Nelson Signs NLI for UMD Track & Field

Nelson plans to take part in the triple jump, long jump and some sprints.
Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – Northwestern’s Bennett Nelson has signed his National Letter of Intent to join the UMD track and field team. Nelson plans to take part in the triple jump, long jump and some sprints. He is also a member of the Tigers’ football and basketball teams. Categories: College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Umd Whky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Ready for Battle Against Wisconsin

Puck drop Friday night in Madison is set for 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – There was a period of time fairly recently where the UMD women’s hockey team had to just hope they could get a win over a top-five opponent. But things have changed because now the Bulldogs have multiple wins over some of the best teams in the country. Assistant captain Gabbie Hughes says that’s due to a confidence…

Mrshsupbhky
High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: Duluth Marshall Wins OT Thriller Over Greenway, Superior Sneaks By Proctor

Home ice advantage was key for the Hilltoppers and Spartans.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After allowing three unanswered goals, the Duluth Marshall boys hockey team rallied to tie the game and win in overtime over Greenway 4-3 Thursday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. In other prep boys action, it was Superior getting the home win over Proctor 2-1. Categories: High School, Sports

Denfeld Rba Basketball
High School, Sports

RBA Basketball Program Coming Full Circle

Ellie Davis has taken part in the Salvation Army Rookie Basketball Association camps since she was in 2nd grade. She used to play with UMD, Duluth East, and Denfeld as well.
Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A program that’s been going on for years is coming full circle at Denfeld High School for one young athlete. Ellie Davis has taken part in the Salvation Army Rookie Basketball Association camps since she was in 2nd grade. She used to play with UMD, Duluth East, and Denfeld as well. “It was really fun because you…

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High School, Sports

“Hockeyland” Documentary Makes Local Debut at Zeitgeist Zinema

The film will have another screening at Zeitgeist Thursday night, as well as up in Hibbing on Friday night. A national release of the film will take place this fall.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grab some popcorn and follow the red carpet as Wednesday night, the “Hockeyland” documentary finally made its local debut. Following the world debut in New York back in November, the producers have brought the film to the silver screens of Zeitgeist Zinema in Duluth. Director Tommy Haines says it was important to bring the film back to…

Fairchild
High School, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown Girls Hockey Tops Duluth Marshall in Home Finale

Izy Fairchild and Nya Sieger scored for the Mirage, while Ilsa Lindaman scored the lone goal for the Hilltoppers.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – In its final home game of the regular season, the Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team defeated Duluth Marshall 2-1 Wednesday night at the St. Luke’s Sports and Event Center. Izy Fairchild and Nya Sieger scored for the Mirage, while Ilsa Lindaman scored the lone goal for the Hilltoppers. Categories: High School, Sports

Sigignisdyad
College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Northland Natives Commit to College Football Programs on National Signing Day

On National Signing Day, high school student-athletes made their college commitments official, including four Northland natives who will play football at the college level.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – On National Signing Day, high school student-athletes made their college commitments official, including four Northland natives who will play football at the college level. Superior’s Ross Rivord, Duluth Denfeld’s Raymond Bandy and Deer River’s Tait Kongsjord signed their National Letters of Intent to join the UMD football team. Duluth East’s Dylan Harrison signed his NLI for Bemidji…

Umd National Signing Day
College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Team Unveils 26 Recruits of Future Bulldogs

17 of the recruits were from Minnesota, five were from Wisconsin and four come from Nevada.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday was National Signing Day and the UMD football team unveiled their newest class of future Bulldogs. 26 recruits put pen to paper, including 17 from the state of Minnesota. UMD went heavy on the defensive side with eight defensive backs and six linebackers. Head coach Curt Wiese says his coaching staff was not aiming to focus…

Rdberg
College, High School, Sports

Proctor’s Payton Rodberg Signs NLI for Seton Hill Volleyball Team

This past season, Rodberg would record her 1,000th career kill for the Rails.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – This week, Proctor’s Payton Rodberg signed her National Letter of Intent to join the Seton Hill volleyball team. The school is located in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Rodberg says she initially wanted to go to the west coast, but the coaching staff at Seton Hill continued to show more interest in her than other programs did. This past season,…

Commanders
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Washington’s NFL Team Unveils New Name as Commanders

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) (AP) – Washington’s NFL team is now known as the Commanders. The new name was unveiled 18 months after the once-storied franchise dropped its old moniker following decades of criticism that it was offensive to Native Americans and under fresh pressure from sponsors. The organization committed to avoiding Native American imagery in its rebrand after being called…

Shuster
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Olympic Curler John Shuster to Carry US Flag at Opening Ceremony

Site Staff,

  DULUTH, Minn. – U.S. Curling Team skip John Shuster has been elected as Team USA’s male flag bearer for the Opening Ceremony at the 2022 Winter Olympics. This is the first time in Olympic history that a curler will carry the American flag at the ceremony. BREAKING: Our skip @Shoostie2010 has received the highest honor in sport, being elected…

Beargrease
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Anderson Wins His 4th Beargrease Under Tough Trail Conditions

Arman Rahman,

GRAND PORTAGE, Minn. – 2022’s John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon was one to remember, with a recurring champion reclaiming his title — a rookie just behind him, and a race trail that gave teams a run for their money. Wisconsin native Ryan Anderson, this year’s champion, came through the finish line around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. First and foremost, he kissed…