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Duluth Amateur Hockey Association Seeking More Youth Coaches for Next Season

The league is looking for coaches for teams of any age from mites up to 15U for both the boys and girls teams.

July 22, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– As the Duluth Amateur Hockey Association starts to look towards next season, they’re looking for people to run the bench to help make that happen. The league is looking for coaches for teams of any age from mites up to 15U for both the boys and girls teams. Anyone is welcome to help out, they say, no matter…

Former Bulldog, Wild Defenseman Carson Soucy Selected by Seattle in Expansion Draft

Soucy finished with a career high 16 assists this season for the Wild.

July 21, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

SEATTLE, Was. – The Seattle Kraken held their expansion draft on Wednesday night and a Bulldog is headed out west as former UMD defenseman Carson Soucy was selected from the Wild. Soucy established himself on the third pairing this year, finishing with a career high 16 assists and 17 points. The 2013 draft pick had two seasons left on his…

Huskies Looking to Continue Strong Start to Second Half

Despite dropping two games before the All-Star break, the Huskies are 7-5 during the second half, which is currently the best mark in the Great Plains Division.

July 21, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The first half of the season for the Duluth Huskies was one to forget but as time went on, they’ve started to click, fit the pieces together and are now sitting atop the division standings for the second half. Despite dropping two games before the All-Star break, the Huskies are 7-5 during the second half, which is…

Superior 10U Baseball Team Headed to Little League State

This is the first time Superior has sent a little league team to state in about 30 years. The state tournament takes place in Wausau and starts with a five game round robin play. Superior's first game is Saturday against Appleton.

July 21, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior 10U baseball team won the District 3 championship this weekend, defeating Eau Claire 9-1 and is headed to the state tournament. This is the first time Superior has sent a little league team to state in about 30 years. On Wednesday, the team had a banner celebration and now with the support of the community,…

UW-Superior Names TJ Oakes as Head Baseball Coach

Oakes spent the past six seasons as the pitching coach and recruiting coordinator at Saint Mary's University, helping them to the NCAA Tournament this past season.

July 21, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Last month, Frank Pufall resigned as the head coach of the UW-Superior baseball team but it didn’t take long to fill the position as the new coach has been announced. TJ Oakes will lead the UWS baseball team. A Minnesota native, Oakes played at the University of Minnesota and was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the…

Bucks’ 50-year wait ends with a title behind 50 from Giannis

The Bucks defeated Phoenix 105-98 in game six on Tuesday night in Milwaukee to win their first NBA title since 1971.

July 20, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Giannis Antetokounmpo capped one of the greatest NBA Finals ever with 50 points – and a championship Milwaukee waited 50 years to win again. Antetokounmpo had 50 points, 14 rebounds and five blocked shots as the Bucks beat the Phoenix Suns 105-98 on Tuesday night to win the series 4-2. It was the third game this series…

Duluth FC Falls in PKs in Regional Quarterfinals

Duluth FC finishes the year with a 9-3 regular season record and their first playoff appearance under head coach Sean Morgan.

July 20, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth FC couldn’t hold on to an early lead, as Carpathia stormed back in the second half to force overtime, then PKs then won it 2-2 (5-4) to advance to the regional semifinals and end Duluth’s season in the regional quarterfinals. Jake Starling got Duluth on the board first in the 27th minute, than Sidney Warden scored…

Great Outdoors Explores Gooseberry Falls

July 20, 2021

Natalie Noury,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.– Drought conditions are common throughout the upper Midwest right now and that’s impacting some of the many tourist destinations up the North Shore, but Gooseberry Falls is still expecting a busy peak visitation stretch, despite the current lower water levels. Gooseberry Falls is described as the gateway to the North Shore. Located just 15 minutes North of…

Friends, Family Host Hockey Game Celebration in Honor of Mark Sertich’s 100th Birthday

On the week of what would have been Sertie's 100th birthday, his friends and family gathered at the Heritage Center on Tuesday morning for a hockey game, something that Sertie had been doing for years on his birthday.

July 20, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Sunday, Duluth native and the world’s oldest hockey player Mark “Sertie” Sertich would have turned 100. He passed away last August but his friends and family still wanted to celebrate his 100th birthday, and what better way to honor and celebrate the local hockey legend, than on the ice. “This is the game that Mark loved,”…

Sean Morgan Leading Duluth FC Back to Playoffs in First Year as Head Coach

The BlueGreens are back in the playoffs for the first time since 2018, where Morgan, who was a midfielder on the team, helped lead them to the national semifinals. Kickoff between Duluth FC and Carpathia FC in the regional quarterfinal is set for 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Public Schools Stadium.

July 19, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth FC is back in the postseason for the first time since their magical regional title run in 2018. While most of the squad has never played in the NPSL playoffs, they do have some experience on their bench. Head coach Sean Morgan was a midfielder on that 2018 team that made it all the way to…

Former UMD Captain Sydney Brodt Signs Pro Deal in Sweden

The three-year captain finished her career with 40 goals and 58 assists, the 98 points being the 21st most in program history.

July 19, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former UMD women’s hockey captain Sydney Brodt has signed a one-year deal with the Linkoping Hockey Club (LHC) of the Swedish Hockey League. The three-year captain finished her career with 40 goals and 58 assists, the 98 points being the 21st most in program history. Brodt has spent time with Team USA in the past, earning an…

Duluth FC Forward Sidney Warden Earns 2021 NPSL Golden Boot

Warden finished with 16 goals and six assists during 12 regular season games this season to become the first BlueGreen to win this award.

July 19, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth FC forward Sidney Warden has officially earned the 2021 NPSL Golden Boot, given to the top scorer in the league. Warden finished with 16 goals and six assists during 12 regular season games this season, that’s three more goals than anyone else in the league. His 16 goals is the most scored in a single season…

Huskies Shut Out by Mankato in Final Game Before All Star Break

The Huskies will now have the next few days off for the All-Star break, where Ambren Voitik, Mike Boeve, Will McEntire and Eli Sundquist will represent the Huskies in the game on Tuesday in Mankato.

July 18, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Huskies tallied five hits but couldn’t get one across as the Mankato MoonDogs got the 1-0 win on Sunday to sweep the two-game series. Mike Boeve led the Huskies with two hits on the day. Cameron Pool had a strong start on the mound, giving up just three hits. Ethan Hammerberg came in with the bases…

Five Duluth FC Players Nominated for NPSL Conference XI

Head coach Sean Morgan, goalkeeper Brendan Dally, defender Liam Condone, midfielder James Westfield and forward Sidney Warden are all representing the BlueGreens on the list. Voting ends Monday at 10:59 p.m.

July 18, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Five members of Duluth FC have been nominated for NPSL Conference XI. Head coach Sean Morgan, goalkeeper Brendan Dally, defender Liam Condone, midfielder James Westfield and forward Sidney Warden are all up to represent the North Conference. People can go to the NPSL website to vote and can select one head coach, one goalkeeper, three defenders, four…

Esko’s Miranda Kelley Commits to St. Scholastica Softball

At the plate, Kelley hit .381 this season for the Eskomos with 10 RBI while striking out 47 batters with a 3.97 ERA in the circle.

July 18, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

ESKO, Minn. – Former Esko softball pitcher and utility player Miranda Kelley has committed to joining the St. Scholastica softball team this upcoming season. At the plate, Kelley hit .381 with a .480 on-base percentage. She tallied 16 base hits with 10 RBI while scoring 11 times. In the circle, Kelley went 2-3 over 47 2/3 innings pitched. She gave…

U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Back at Full-Strength

July 17, 2021

Natalie Noury,

EVELETH, Minn.– After a tough year of trying to connect from a distance, Eveleth’s US Hockey Hall of Fame is back, operating to its full capacity. Employees say the ability to interact with people both young and old, who share the same passion for the sport, and its rich history, is what makes it so worthwhile. So returning to honor…

C.J. Ham Returns to Denfeld High School for Second Annual Youth Football Camp

The camp had two sessions and both were completely sold out, as over 400 kids ages five to 13 attended to get one-on-one instruction from Ham and members of the Denfeld football team, with a focus on character development, leadership and sportsmanship.

July 17, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Before Duluth Denfeld alum C.J. Ham returns to the gridiron for the start of his sixth NFL season, the Vikings fullback returned to his hometown to host his second annual youth football camp. After last year’s camp was unable to happen due to the pandemic, Ham and his youth camp returned to Duluth on Saturday, this time…

Huskies Drop Series Opener to Mankato MoonDogs

Peyton Powell went 3-for-4 at the plate while Ambren Voitik went 2-for-5 with an RBI.

July 17, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Huskies gave up four runs in the sixth inning and then couldn’t rally back as Mankato got the 6-3 win in the series opener. Peyton Powell went 3-for-4 at the plate while Ambren Voitik went 2-for-5 with an RBI. The Huskies and MoonDogs will wrap up the series on Sunday with first pitch set for 1:05…

Coaches Corner: CJ Ham

For this week's segment, we chat with the Vikings Pro Bowlers and Duluth Denfeld alum.

July 16, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from Minnesota Vikings fullback and former Duluth Denfeld star CJ Ham as the Pro Bowler will be hosting his second-ever football camp this weekend at Public Schools Stadium. Categories: Coaches Corner, Professional Sports, Sports

Lakeview Summer Classic Hockey Tournament Set to Return to Mars Lakeview Arena Next Weekend

Duluth Marshall will open the tournament on Friday, July 23 at 7:30 p.m. against Hutchinson, while Hermantown will open things up against Benilde-St. Margaret's on Saturday, July 24 at 10:45 a.m. All games will take place at Mars Lakeview Arena.

July 16, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – There’s nothing quite like hockey in the summer, especially in the Northland. And next weekend, teams from all over the state will be at Mars Lakeview Arena as the annual Lakeview Summer Classic returns. “It’s like Christmas in July,” Duluth Marshall senior goaltender Sam Anderson said. “This kind of signals the start of next season,” Duluth Marshall…

Huskies Complete Another Late Rally to Sweep Minnesota Mud Puppies

The Huskies scored six runs in the eighth inning to sweep the two-game series against the Mud Puppies.

July 16, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the second night in a row, the Duluth Huskies battled back in the eighth inning, six runs on Friday, to get the 10-7 win over the Minnesota Mud Puppies and sweep the series. Charlie Rhee and Ryan McDonald drove in two runs each while Michael Brooks and Calyn Halvorson each scored twice. The Huskies will be…

Duluth FC Wins Regular Season Finale to Clinch Spot in NPSL Playoffs

Dylan Sumner finished with two goals to help send the Bluegreens to the postseason.

July 16, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Dylan Sumner would score twice in the first half as Duluth FC defeated Sioux Falls FC 5-2 Friday night at Public Schools Stadium. Martin Grzywa, Sidney Warden and James Westfield also scored for the Bluegreens, who have clinched their spot in the NPSL playoffs which begin next Tuesday. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Duluth Denfeld’s Kade Shea Selected by Anchorage Wolverines in 2021 NAHL Entry Draft

The former Hunters captain finished his senior campaign this past season leading the team in goals and tied for the lead in total points.

July 16, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, Duluth Denfeld hockey alum Kade Shea was selected by the Anchorage Wolverines in the 2021 NAHL Entry Draft. Shea says when the pick happened, he received multiple texts from family and friends, as well as his coaches who helped him tremendously through the draft preparation process. “They made phone calls trying to advocate for us….

Silver Bay’s Ero Wallin Commits to St. Cloud State Baseball

Wallin was a finalist for the 2021 Mr. Baseball award, given to the best senior player in the state of Minnesota.

July 16, 2021

Sam Ali,

SILVER BAY, Minn. – This week, Silver Bay’s Ero Wallin has signed his National Letter of Intent to join the St. Cloud State baseball team. Wallin was a beast at the plate for the Mariners in his senior year, leading the state in nearly every offensive category, including batting average, home runs and RBI. “Ever since I was a kid,…

St. Scholastica’s Johnson, UW-Superior’s Heidenreich Nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year Award

Next in the selection process will be conferences picking two nominees to represent them at the next stage.

July 16, 2021

Sam Ali,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – This week, the NCAA released the names of the 535 nominees for the Woman of the Year award. Some local names on the list include St. Scholastica’s Hannah Johnson and UW-Superior’s Amber Heidenreich. Johnson is a Two Harbors native and finished her career tied for most tournament wins in program history, as well as the best career…

Superior’s Raye, Zembo Earn All-State Honors from WFSCA

Raye was named to the First Team, while Zembo earned Second Team recognition.

July 16, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior’s Emma Raye and Haley Zembo have earned all-state honors from the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association. Raye was named to the First Team, while Zembo earned Second Team recognition. As a sophomore, Raye finished with a batting average over .550 to go along with seven home runs and 35 RBI. Zembo, who is also a sophomore,…

Experience the Water from a Stand Up Paddle Boarding Point of View

Meteorologist Ken Slama Gives Stand Up Paddle Boarding a Go

July 16, 2021

Brett Scott, Ken Slama,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – In this week’s Active Adventures, Meteorologist Ken Slama gives stand up paddle boarding a try for the first time in his life. North Shore SUP provides lessons for adventure seekers, and also boards for those looking to check out the water from a different perspective. Click here for more information regarding North Shore SUP. Paddle on! Categories:…

Eighth-Inning Comeback Pushes Duluth Huskies Past Minnesota Mud Puppies

The Huskies scored four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning and Jared Southard came up with the save in the ninth to keep Duluth on top of their division.

July 15, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies would erase a three-run deficit in the eighth inning to pick up the comeback win over the Minnesota Mud Puppies 5-4 Thursday night at Wade Stadium. The Huskies scored four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning and Jared Southard came up with the save in the ninth to keep Duluth on top…

Grandma’s Winner Rotich, UMD’s Nielsen Winners at 50th Annual Park Point 5-Miler

The top men's finisher was 2021 Grandma's Marathon winner Milton Rotich of Kenya with a time of 25:20.

July 15, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Northern Minnesota’s oldest race celebrated five decades of running Thursday night as Park Point hosted its 50th annual 5-miler run and two-mile walk. Over 500 runners took part in the race with another 200 running virtually. The top men’s finisher was 2021 Grandma’s Marathon winner Milton Rotich of Kenya with a time of 25:20. He becomes the…

Laura Schuler Rejoins UMD Women’s Hockey Coaching Staff

She is no stranger to the program as Schuler was on the Bulldogs coaching staff from 2008 to 2015, including during UMD's NCAA title run in 2010.

July 15, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Big news for the UMD women’s hockey team as they announced Thursday that Canadian Olympic head coach Laura Schuler will be joining the Bulldogs as an assistant coach this upcoming season. She is no stranger to the program as Schuler was on the Bulldogs coaching staff from 2008 to 2015, including during UMD’s NCAA title run in…

Proctor Native Jake Malec Signs with Great Falls Voyagers

He joins fellow Bison teammate and Esko native Nick Emanuel, who also signed with the Voyagers last month.

July 15, 2021

Sam Ali,

GREAT FALLS, Mont. – Proctor native Jake Malec has signed a minor league deal with the Great Falls Voyagers of the Pioneer Baseball League. The North Dakota State alum just wrapped up his college career being named the Summit League Tournament MVP. He joins fellow Bison teammate and Esko native Nick Emanuel, who also signed with the Voyagers last month….

Duluth Denfeld’s Mary Johnson Commits to Elmhurst Women’s Soccer

Johnson has been the starting varsity goalie for the Hunters for her junior and senior campaigns.

July 14, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, Duluth Denfeld’s Mary Johnson has committed to joining the Elmhurst University women’s soccer team. Johnson has been the starting varsity goalie for the Hunters for her junior and senior campaigns. And she was busy too, seeing over 50 shots in each season. Johnson is also a member of the Gitchi Gummi soccer club in Duluth….

Duluth Huskies Split Home Doubleheader Against Eau Claire

Duluth will be back at home Thursday night for a two-game series against the Minnesota Mud Puppies.

July 14, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the first and only time this season, the Duluth Huskies hosted a doubleheader at Wade Stadium against Eau Claire. The Huskies took Game One 4-3 and dropped the nightcap to the Express 10-6. Duluth will be back at home Thursday night for a two-game series against the Minnesota Mud Puppies. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

UMD Football Hosts Final Session of Summer Team Camps

The UMD staff hopes that the camp allows teams to get a little ahead on their fall camp work before their seasons begin next month.

July 14, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The final session of UMD football team camps wrapped up Wednesday at Malosky Stadium. 20 teams were on campus for this session as they received training from the Bulldogs’ coaching staff and got to scrimmage against one another as well. “Just really cool to play on this field and just get an opportunity to get a chance…

GO: Honeyberry Picking

First planted in 2016, the first and only commercial honeyberry orchard in the united states is just a short drive from the twin ports in Wrenshall.

July 14, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

WRENSHALL, Minn. — First planted in 2016, the first and only commercial honeyberry orchard in the united states is just a short drive from the twin ports in Wrenshall. “So if you can envision a blueberry that kind of fell in love with a pack of sweet tarts. Some are sweet. Some are sour and some are tart. Every variety…

West Duluth Cubs Hold Off Grand Rapids for Third Straight Win

Dane Dzuck hit a solo home run for the Cubs while Joe Udd escaped a bases loaded jam in the seventh to get the save.

July 13, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The West Duluth Cubs scored two in the bottom of the sixth then held on in the seventh to get the 3-1 win over Grand Rapids for their third straight win. Dane Dzuck hit a solo home run for the Cubs while Joe Udd escaped a bases loaded jam in the seventh to get the save. West…

Normal Race Operations Expected for 50th Annual Park Point 5-Miler

This year's installment will also mark the return to a more normal version of the race with a traditional mass start.

July 13, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This Thursday, the Park Point 5-Miler will celebrate its 50th anniversary as the oldest race in Northern Minnesota. This year’s installment will also mark the return to a more normal version of the race with a traditional mass start. Organizers say they’ve used the past year to improve race operations for the runners. “You look at some…

Enger Park Golf Course Hosts Fifth Annual Junior Golf School

The students learn everything from swinging mechanics and bunker play, to proper etiquette on the course.

July 13, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday, the Enger Park Golf Course hosted their fifth annual junior golf school. The students, ages five to 15, learn everything from swinging mechanics and bunker play, to proper etiquette on the course. Most of the attendees are beginners in the sport. The camp originated out in Washington state with Duluth Golf general manager Mike Bender. So…

Steve Pitoscia Named New Head Coach of Duluth East Boys Hockey Team

Pitoscia brings over 30 years of experience as a player, coach and volunteer.

July 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the first time in over 30 years, the Duluth East boys hockey team was in search of a new head coach. And after an exhaustive interview process, they have found their man. Former Greyhound Steve Pitoscia has been named the new head coach of the Duluth East boys hockey team. Pitoscia brings over 30 years of…

West Duluth Cubs Top Proctor in Legion Baseball

Dane Dzuck struck out three batters over four scoreless innings of relief for the Cubs.

July 12, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The West Duluth Cubs scored three runs in the third inning on their way to getting the 7-3 win over Proctor in Legion Baseball on Monday night at Wade Stadium. Dane Dzuck struck out three batters over four scoreless innings of relief for the Cubs. West Duluth will be back in action on Tuesday hosting Grand Rapids….

Gitchi Gummi Soccer Team Wins USA Cup in Blaine

This is the first championship for the group in one of the biggest soccer tournaments in the entire country.

July 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

BLAINE, Minn. – This past weekend, the Gitchi Gummi boys 2002 team captured the USA Cup. They would defeat the Elgin All-Stars 3-1 in the championship game after falling to them in group play. Jake Kidd led the way with six goals in the tournament, while Misaki Hirata had four and Dawson Kriske finished with three. This is the first…

Merissa Edwards Talks Becoming Interim Athletic Director at St. Scholastica

Edwards becomes just the second female athletic director in the history of St. Scholastica and one of three currently in the MIAC.

July 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Last week, St. Scholastica announced that Merissa Edwards will serve as interim athletic director for the upcoming school year. Edwards’ first task will be overseeing the department’s transition into the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference this fall. “We are going up against some schools that are really well-funded, have really good programs, have been successful both athletically and…

UMD’s Nick Bryant to Join USA Hockey for 2022 Winter Olympics

Bryant will serve in a similar role as the hockey operations and event manager for the women's national team ahead of the 2022 Beijing Olympics.

July 12, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD women’s hockey director of operations and equipment manager Nick Bryant is leaving the program to permanently join USA Hockey. Bryant will serve in a similar role as the hockey operations and event manager for the women’s national team ahead of the 2022 Beijing Olympics. “I do feel as though the roots that I put down at…

Hermantown’s Taylor Sundbom Wins 90th Annual Cloquet Invitational

Sundbom shot 210 on the weekend, two strokes better than recent Cloquet grad Sam Baker, to win his fourth Cloquet Invitational and first since 2019.

July 11, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – We’ve reached the point of the summer where golf tournaments fill the calendar and we kick things off this weekend in Cloquet for a big one. The 90th annual Cloquet Invitational teed off this weekend with the championship taking place on Sunday afternoon. In the final group, Brian Moores, John Sheff, Hermantown’s Taylor Sundbom and recent Cloquet…

Four Northland Girls Hockey Players Taking Part in USA Hockey Girls 15 Player Development Camp

Duluth Marshall's Katrina Thorson and Proctor/Hermantown's Izy Fairchild, Morgan LaValley and Hannah Graves are all taking part in the camp that is for the country's top girls players born in 2006

July 11, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – Four Northland girls hockey players are participating in the USA Hockey Girls 15 Player Development Camp this week. Duluth Marshall’s Katrina Thorson and Proctor/Hermantown’s Izy Fairchild, Morgan LaValley and Hannah Graves are all taking part. The camp is for the country’s top girls players born in 2006 who participated in the tryout process. During the camp,…

Twin Ports Miracle League Holds First-Ever Home Run Derby Fundraiser

After missing out on last season, the league is back in action and on Saturday, they held their first-ever home run derby to help enhance the area's only accessible baseball program. Local high school players, YMCA staff members and a few Miracle League players competed to see who could hit the most home runs.

July 10, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Twin Ports Miracle League has been allowing all kids in the area to play baseball for over a decade. “Physical disabilities, mental disabilities, doesn’t matter. Everyone gets to swing, everyone gets to hit, everyone gets to run the bases,” Duluth YMCA executive director Emily Ranta said. “It’s a great opportunity for all of the kids to…

Coaches Corner: Gitchi Gummi Soccer Club

For this week's segment, we hear from a pair of coaches from the Gitchi Gummi Soccer Club.

July 9, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we hear from Greg Cane and Barry Chastey, who serve as coaches for the Gitchi Gummi Soccer Club which is celebrating 30 years in existence in 2021. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

St. Louis County Promotes COVID Vaccines with “Athletes vs. COVID” Campaign

The campaign features short PSAs where each person shares why they got the vaccine and why it's important to encourage others to do so as well.

July 9, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – As of today, 70% of adults in the state of Minnesota have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine shot. And according to St. Louis County, there’s still more work to do so they’ve enlisted the help of some local sports celebrities. The county recently started putting out videos called athletes versus COVID, featuring some well known names…

Proctor Alum Matt Welch Riding Bike From Oregon to Maine

On June 21, Welch started in Seaside, Oregon, and will bike coast to coast, all the way to Portland, Maine. He's already traveled over 770 miles, which is only about 15 percent of his journey as he said the route he's taking is about 4,700 miles.

July 9, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

PROCTOR, Minn. – After not qualifying for the 2020 summer Olympic Trials, Proctor High School alum Matt Welch was looking for a new challenge. “I thought of this bike tour and three weeks later I’m on my bike and biking across the country. I’m really just getting started, I’m just getting warmed up right now,” Welch, who also ran track…

Huskies Bats Come to Life in Sweep of Rochester Honkers

Peyton Powell, Calyn Halvorson and Jesse Pierece drove in two runs each.

July 9, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies came out on top of a back-and-forth with the Rochester Honkers, getting the 10-8 win to sweep the two-game series. The Huskies scored their runs in bunches, plating four in the third and five in the seventh to help secure the win. Peyton Powell, Calyn Halvorson and Jesse Pierece drove in two runs each….