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Duluth Marshall Guard Chloe Johnson Invited to Team USA U16 Trials

The trials begin on May 21st and the final 12-member roster will be announced on May 26th.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Marshall guard Chloe Johnson will get the chance to compete for a spot on the Team USA under-16 team. Johnson was one of the 52 players invited to the USA Basketball Women’s U16 National Team Trials set to take place in Colorado Springs. The trials begin on May 21st and the final 12-member roster will be announced…

Timberwolves Beat Warriors in Game 5 to Reach Western Conference Finals for 2nd Straight Year

Edwards had 22 points and 12 assists for the sixth-seeded Wolves.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards approached for a handshake during Julius Randle’s postgame TV interview, the duo putting a seal on another dominant series for Minnesota in these NBA playoffs. Randle scored 29 points on 13-for-18 shooting to send the Timberwolves to the Western Conference finals for the second straight year with a 121-110 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 5…

Packers Preseason On FOX 21

You will be able to see all of the Green Bay Packers Preseason Games once again on FOX 21. The schedule was just officially released. The pre-season games are: 7 p.m. CT Saturday, Aug. 9 vs New York Jets Noon CT Saturday, Aug. 16 at Indianapolis Colts 3 p.m. CT Saturday, Aug. 23 vs Seattle Seahawks. Categories: Entertainment, Professional Sports,…

Northern Star: Kale Smith

Smith recently tallied his 100th career point.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.-There’s always something special about seeing an athlete reach a century mark. It was no different on May 6th, when Hermantown/Proctor attacker Kale Smith tallied his 100th career point. “I actually still have my first goal ball in my bedroom on my dresser. So I kind of still see that everyday to day and now I have my 100th…

Prep Softball: Superior Handles Hibbing, Esko Rallies Past Denfeld

The Spartans are now 12-4 on the year and will next host Proctor on Thursday.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior softball team returned to the win column on Wednesday, defeating Hibbing 13 to 3. The Spartans are now 12-4 on the year and will next host Proctor on Thursday. As for Hibbing (5-9), they are at Esko on Thursday. Speaking of Esko, they rallied past Duluth Denfeld on Wednesday, 10 to 7. Esko has now won…

Taylor Heise Scores in OT to Help Frost Eliminate Sceptres with 4-3 Victory in PWHL Playoffs

Ottawa leads top-seed Montreal 2-1 in the other series. Game 4 is Friday in Ottawa.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Taylor Heise scored in overtime after a two-goal effort by Kendall Coyne Schofield and the defending champion Minnesota Frost eliminated the second-seeded Toronto Sceptres with a 4-3 victory on Wednesday night. Minnesota — the fourth and final seed in both postseasons — rallied from two goals down to become the first team in the league’s…

NFL Schedule Release: Packers to Kick Off 2025 Season at Home Versus Lions

Green Bay has six national games this upcoming season.

GREEN BAY, Wis.- With about four months until kick-off, the NFL released it’s schedule for the upcoming season on Wednesday night. The Green Bay Packers will begin their year with a bang as they’ll play host to the Detroit Lions in Week 1. The following week is a short week for the Green and Gold as they’ll take on the…

NFL Schedule Release: Vikings Open 2025 Season at Bears on Monday Night Football

The Vikings and all 32 NFL teams released their regular season schedules Wednesday night.

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Vikings will open the 2025 regular season against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on Monday Night Football. The Vikings and all 32 NFL teams released their regular season schedules Wednesday night. We also already knew the Vikings are hosting the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day, and traveling to Ireland to face the Pittsburgh Steelers, and…

Emily Carpenter Resigns as UW-Superior Head Women’s Basketball Coach

In her three total seasons, the Yellowjackets had a record of 45-34 with a 31-11 UMAC mark.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s basketball team will have a new head coach next season. Emily Carpenter has resigned from her position after three seasons. The reason being is that she is pursuing other career opportunities. Her last season was one to remember as UWS went 17-11, won the regular season and conference tournament, and lastly made it to the…

Wolfpack Girls Lacrosse Hands Duluth Marshall First Conference Loss

The Wolfpack are currently 5-0 in conference matchups and are first in the division.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack girls lacrosse team remains unbeaten in Lake Superior Conference play. On Tuesday night, Duluth held off Duluth Marshall 10 to 8 to improve to 7-2 on the year. The Wolfpack are currently 5-0 in conference matchups and are first in the division. They’ll next face Andover on Friday at 6:30 PM. As for the Hilltoppers…

After Almost Two-Month Break, Duluth FC Ready to Jump Into Conference Play

New head coach Thomas Pazo is set to lead Duluth against Joy AC on Thursday, a team that was just two points behind the BlueGreens in the standings last year.

DULUTH, Minn.- We are officially two days away from the start of another Duluth FC NPSL season. The BlueGreens technically already played one game this year as the team took part in the U.S. Open Cup, falling to Forward Madison FC back in March. But now their focus is on their conference foes. New head coach Thomas Pazo is set…

UMD’s Savannah Schley Qualifies for NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in 800 Meters

The NCAA championships begin on May 22nd in Pueblo, Colorado.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD’s Savannah Schley will get a chance to compete for a NCAA title. Schley will run in the 800 meter race NCAA D2 Outdoor Track and Field Championships, which begins May 22nd in Pueblo, Colorado. Just recently, she ran the 4th fastest time in the central region and the 22nd fastest time in the NCAA. Schley went on…

UWS Catcher Ellie Macal Named UMAC Softball Player of the Year

Macal posted career-highs in runs, hits, doubles, home runs, RBI's and slugging percentage.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The end of the year UMAC softball honors were announced on Tuesday. UWS catcher Ellie Macal is the Player of the Year after posting career-highs in runs, hits, doubles, home runs, RBI’s and slugging percentage. Her teammate Peyton Bennett is the conference Rookie of the Year. Bennett had a batting average of .421 and a team-leading 28 stolen…

UMD’s Nicole Schmitt Earns D2CCA All-Central Region First Team Honors

She's the 6th Bulldog in program history and first since 2021 to achieve the D2CCA accolade.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD infielder Nicole Schmitt has been named to the D2 Conference Commissioners Association First Team All-Central Region. Schmitt now moves on to the All-American ballot with first team members from the other regions, with those teams to be announced next week. She’s the 6th Bulldog in program history and first since 2021 to achieve the D2CCA accolade. Categories:…

NFL’s Record Seven International Games Features Back-to-Back Games for Vikings in Dublin and London

The Vikings are 8-0 in international games, including 4-0 in the regular season.

The Minnesota Vikings get a double dip of international play in 2025 with trips to both Ireland and Britain as the NFL features a record seven overseas kickoffs this season, including forays into Germany and Spain. The Vikings will play the Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park in Dublin on Sept. 28 in Ireland’s first NFL regular season game, and then…

Edwards, Randle Lead the Way Again as Timberwolves Beat Warriors 117-110 for 3-1 Playoff Series Lead

Now, it’s back home to Minneapolis for the Wolves with a chance to clinch the best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series in Game 5 on Wednesday night.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Anthony Edwards let it fly from 30 feet just before the halftime buzzer and his 3-pointer provided some much-needed momentum that Minnesota took right into a commanding third quarter. Edwards also spoke up to his team at halftime and Chris Finch credited that pep talk for setting the tone ahead of an impressive second half. “At…

Bait and Tackle Shops Busy for Minnesota Fishing Opener

FREDENBURG, Minn. –In the Land of 10,000 Lakes, the fishing opener is like an unofficial holiday for Minnesotans. “It’s more than just a date on the calendar. It’s a tradition. It’s really kind of the kickoff to summer, it’s an essential part of being a Minnesotan,” Emily Manning, Fredenberg Minno-ette Inc. Store Manger said. Across the state, boaters hit the…

Hermantown Baseball Clubs 16 Hits to Reach .500 Mark

The Hawks picked up the road over the Spartans 13 to 10 to improve to 6-6 on the year. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior baseball team hosted Hermantown in a Lake Superior conference match on Monday. The Hawks picked up the road over the Spartans 13 to 10 to improve to 6-6 on the year. Leading the way for the Hawks was Charle Marchand who went 4-5 on the day with 2 RBIs. The Hawks are back in action on…

Stealth Girls Lacrosse Bounces Back at Home With Win Over Rocori

The Stealth are back in action on Thursday, May 15th, against St. Cloud. 

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Hermantown/Proctor girls lacrosse team looked to bounce back on Monday against Rocori. A big win for the Stealth, as they defeated the Spartans 16 to 1, improving to 6-4 on the year. The Stealth are back in action on Thursday, May 15th, against St. Cloud. Game time is at 6 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

Stealth Boys Lacrosse Adjusting to New Head Coach in 2025 Season

The Stealth are 4-4 on the year and 3rd in the standings with only one conference loss.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown/Proctor boys lacrosse team underwent some change this off-season when longtime assistant coach Steve Lokken took over as the head coach of the program. One thing that hasn’t changed is the team’s play on the turf as Hermantown/Proctor is still in the hunt for the top spot in the Lake Superior conference. The Stealth are 4-4 on…

Flying into Celebrating World Migratory Bird Day

DULUTH, Minn.– The snow is melted, and the sun is shining that alone is something to celebrate. But with the turning of seasons, there was another special celebration. “It’s really important to highlight the really vital role that Minnesota and Northern Wisconsin along Lake Superior play for bird migration. And even just the interaction of the urban and rural with…

Hazing Investigation At Superior High School

UPDATE: The Wisconsin Dells Police Chief tells FOX 21 that his agency is investigating an “incident involving juveniles” that was referred to them by the Superior Police Department, but did not confirm the incident was regarding the Superior High School boys lacrosse team. SUPERIOR, Wis. – FOX 21 has received tips about possible hazing regarding the Superior High School boys…

Both Superior City FC Men’s & Women’s Teams Earn Home Opener Victories

The Superior City FC men's and women's teams held their home opener on Saturday. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men’s and women’s teams held their home opener on Saturday. The women’s team took on Karen FA in their home opener. The Beacons defeated Karen FA 11 to 1. Leading the way for Superior City was Anna Tobias, who had five goals. The Beacons are back in action on Sunday, May 18th, against Tonika…

Edwards, Randle Lead Timberwolves Past Warriors 102-97 For 2-1 Lead in Second-Round Playoff Series

Game 4 is Monday night at Chase Center.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Even with Stephen Curry sidelined and Draymond Green in foul trouble, the Golden State Warriors were ahead by five points in the fourth quarter and felt they had every chance to grab a series lead against the Minnesota Timberwolves at home. Until Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle took over for the Timberwolves in crunch time. Edwards…

UMD Track and Field Wrapped Up Three-Day NSIC Conference Meet on Saturday

Minnesota State took home the conference championship for both the men's and the women's competition.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD track and field team hosted the final day of the NSIC outdoor track and field championship meet on Saturday. Several Bulldogs aimed for conference titles on the last day of the meet. In the men’s 4×100 meter relay. UMD finished in third place with a time of 41.06 seconds. Earning six points for the Bulldogs. Over…

Anglers Hit the Water For 2025 Minnesota Fishing Opener

DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday kicked off the Minnesota fishing opener, and anglers took to the water in hopes of reeling in a big one. The fishing opener is like an unofficial holiday across the state. Hundreds of boaters hit the water looking for some of Minnesota’s most popular fish including walleye, bass, and northern pike. During the fishing opener almost…

Bulldogs Standout on Day Two of NSIC Track and Field Championship Meet

The final day of the NSIC conference meet is Saturday, May 10th.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD track and field team opened up day two of the NSIC outdoor track and field championship on Friday. In the men’s 3000 meter Steeplechase. UMD senior, Jack Vankempen placed in the top three, earning a third-place finish with a time of 9: 21.39. Over in the women’s 1500 meter prelims, UMD’s Madeline Verkerke took home the…

Duluth Denfeld Track and Field Hosts Annual Matt Kero Invitational

Hastings swept the competition, winning for both the boys and girls.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld track and field team hosted the annual Matt Kero Invitational on Friday. In the boys 4 by 800 meter relay. Cromwell- Wright finished in first with at time of 8: 49.28. Right behind the Cardinals, Duluth East took second place with at time of 8:52.36. Over in the boys 110 meters hurdles, Two Harbors junior…

Proctor Softball Bounces Back with Shutout Win Against Duluth East

The Rails improve to 5-7 on the season and will next host Grand Rapids at 7 PM on Monday.

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor softball team returned to the win column on Friday, defeating Duluth East 5-0. The Rails improve to 5-7 on the season and will next host Grand Rapids at 7 PM on Monday. As for Duluth East (5-10), they’ll play at Moose Lake/Willow River on Monday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Superior Girls Soccer Extends Win Streak to Four with Victory Over Somerset

The Spartans are back in action on Tuesday, May 13th, against Menomonie.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team welcomed in Somerset on Friday night. The Spartans defended their home field, as they earned the 6 to 0 shutout win. Superior extends their win streak to four. The Spartans are back in action on Tuesday, May 13th, against Menomonie. Game time is at 7 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 5/9

At number one, Hermantown/Proctor's Kale Smith tallies his 100th career point in a contest against C-E-C.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from on the lacrosse field. At number one, Hermantown/Proctor’s Kale Smith tallies his 100th career point in a contest against C-E-C. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

UW-Superior Softball Falls Short of Three-Peat as UMAC Tournament Champions

UW-Superior finishes the year with a 31-12 overall record.

MANKATO, Minn.- The UW-Superior softball team entered the day with a chance to secure a spot in the UMAC title game. Unfortunately, the Yellowjackets ran into top-seeded Bethany Lutheran, falling to the Vikings 3 to 2 in the semifinals. For a look at the box score, click here. Later on in the day, UWS faced off with Northwestern in a…

T-Wolves Tie Series with 117-93 Win vs. Curry-Less Warriors Behind Randle’s 24 Points

Anthony Edwards finished with 20 points after an injury scare for the Wolves.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Julius Randle had 24 points and 11 assists to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves through another uneven performance, this time capitalizing on Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s absence in a 117-93 victory on Thursday that tied the second-round playoff series at one game apiece. Anthony Edwards finished with 20 points after an injury scare for the Wolves, who more than tripled…

Six-Run 8th Inning Not Enough as UMD Baseball Team Gets Eliminated in NSIC Tourney

UMD finishes the season with a 26-27 overall record.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- The UMD baseball team faced an uphill climb on Thursday if they wanted to keep their season alive. The Bulldogs started out the day by defeating Minnesota Crookston 11-5 in a elimination game. For a look at the box score, click here. That victory set up another elimination game with Sioux Falls, which went back and forth….

Prep Baseball: South Ridge Tops Defending Section 7A Champions, Proctor Extends Win Streak

The Panthers defeated the defending section 7A champions 11 to 1, improving to 9-2 on the season. 

CULVER, Minn.- The South Ridge baseball team welcomed in Cherry on Thursday in a rematch of the 2024 section 7A title game. The Panthers defeated the defending champions 11 to 1, improving to 9-2 on the season. South Ridge is back in action on Friday, May 9th, against North Woods. First pitch is at 1 p.m. For the Tigers, their…

Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Secures 6th Win of Season Over Stealth

Duluth is now 5-0 in conference play.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack boys lacrosse team continues to sit at the top of the Lake Superior conference standings. On Thursday, Duluth defeated Hermantown/Proctor 13 to 4 to improve to 5-0 in conference play. The Wolfpack (6-3) will next play at Rosemount on Saturday. As for the Stealth (4-3), they are at Anoka on Saturday. Categories: High School, Sports

UMD Softball’s Nicole Schmitt Earns NFCA All-Region First Team Honors

Schmitt is the 16th Bulldog to be selected for NFCA All-Region honors in program history. 

DULUTH, Minn.- To the diamond, UMD senior Nicole Schmitt adds another honor to her collegiate resume. Schmitt was named to the NFCA First Team All-Central Region this afternoon. The second baseman set the single season home run record for UMD, with 18 total home runs in her senior season. She also earned the NSIC Outstanding Senior of the Year for…

Garley’s Walk-Off Hit Lifts UW-Superior Softball to UMAC Semifinals

The Yellowjackets are vying for their 3rd straight UMAC title.

MANKATO, Minn.- The UW-Superior softball team is one step closer to regaining the UMAC conference tournament title. On Thursday, UWS took on Northwestern in the quarterfinal round of the tournament. After the game was tied at three in the bottom of the 8th, Bella Garley beat out an infield single to score the game-winning run and give Superior the 4…

UWS Women’s Tennis Sees Season End in Opening Round of NCAA Tournament

The Yellowjackets finish the year with a 21-6 overall record.

CHICAGO, IL.- The UW-Superior women’s tennis team saw their magical season come to a close on Thursday. Playing Hope College in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament, UWS dropped the doubles point and then were swept in singles action, falling 4-0. For a look at the box score, click here. The Yellowjackets finish the year with a 21-6 overall…

Northern Star: Ellie Macal

The senior catcher leads the team in home runs with six.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The competitive nature of sports is an aspect that athletes use as motivation during their careers. For UWS senior catcher Ellie Macal, that competitive nature helped her fall in love with softball. “I chose softball because my brother played baseball when I was younger and he was a catcher, and I wanted to be better than him,” said…

Rock Ridge Boys Tennis Improves to 15-0 on the Season

On Wednesday, the Wolverines defeated Duluth Marshall 5 to 2.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Rock Ridge boys tennis team continues to have a remarkable run. On Wednesday, the Wolverines defeated Duluth Marshall 5 to 2 to improve to 15-0 on the season. Rock Ridge will next host Aitkin on Thursday. As for the Hilltoppers, they will host Hermantown on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

UMD Baseball Drops NSIC Tourney Opener to Wayne State

UMD will next face Minnesota Crookston in the elimination bracket.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- The UMD baseball team opened up NSIC tournament play on Wednesday, facing Wayne State in the opening round. After trailing 7-2 heading into the top of the 8th, UMD rallied back to force extras with the game tied at 8. That’s where Taylor Gill ended it as he had the game-winning rbi single in the 10th to…

13 Local Hockey Products Selected in USHL Draft

The first to go in phase one was Hibbing/Chisholm's Cole Swanson.

DULUTH, Minn.- 13 local products heard their name called at the USHL Draft the past two days. The first to go in phase one was Hibbing/Chisholm’s Cole Swanson, who went in the 2nd round to the Waterloo Black Hawks. Swanson was second in scoring for the team. He was one of three Bluejackets to be picked. On Day 2, Cloquet-Esko-Carlton’s…

Warriors Take Game 1 From Cold-Shooting Wolves 99-88 Despite Curry’s Departure with Hamstring Strain

The home teams have yet to win in the second round of these NBA playoffs.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Stephen Curry was already in the locker room with a bag of ice against his leg when his Golden State teammates arrived for halftime with a comfortable lead. The Warriors sure made the best of a bad situation. Buddy Hield and Draymond Green delivered from 3-point range with Curry suddenly sidelined by a hamstring strain, and Jimmy Butler gave…

Kale Smith Tallies 100th Career Point as Stealth Boys Lacrosse Tops C-E-C

Number 100 happened on a goal by Smith with 1:44 to go in the 1st quarter.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- All eyes were on Stealth senior Kale Smith on Tuesday night as Hermantown/Proctor hosted Cloquet-Esko-Carlton in boys lacrosse. Smith needed four points to reach 100 for his career. He wasted no time in getting there, tallying all four in the first quarter alone. Number 100 happened on a goal by Smith with 1:44 to go in the quarter….

Duluth Marshall Girls Lacrosse Rallies Past Stealth to Improve to 4-1

Sarah Stauber had the game-winning goal in the extra period.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls lacrosse team didn’t let any deficits phase them on Tuesday afternoon. The Hilltoppers came back multiple times against the Stealth, eventually earning the 9 to 8 victory in overtime. Sarah Stauber had the game-winning goal in the extra period. Duluth Marshall improves to 4-1 and will next play at Gentry Academy on Thursday. As…

UMD Infielder Joey Flom Named NSIC Freshman of the Year

Flom is the first Bulldog to win the award since 2013, when Alex Wojciechowski claimed the award.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD freshman infielder Joey Flom has been named the NSIC Freshman of the Year. Flom is the first Bulldog to win the award since 2013, when Alex Wojciechowski claimed the award. This season, Flom currently has a .373 batting average. He also clubbed 10 doubles, one triple, and three lead-off home runs. His teammates Nathan Rosenberg and Troy…

UW-Superior Softball Eyeing Third Straight UMAC Tournament Title

First pitch between the Yellowjackets and the Eagles is at 2 p.m on Thursday in Mankato.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS softball team had a dominant 2025 campaign, ending regular season play at 30-and-10. But the Yellowjackets aren’t done yet, as UWS enters the UMAC postseason tournament later this week. The Yellowjackets are in search of their third consecutive UMAC title. UWS earned the second seed in the tournament, finishing behind Bethany Lutheran, who handed UWS two…

UW-Superior Men’s & Women’s Tennis Well Represented in End of Year UMAC Honors

A total of 16 players combined landed on the conference teams.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- End of the year UMAC honors were announced on Tuesday for men’s and women’s tennis. UW-Superior’s Igor Guetten Chaves is the Men’s Tennis Player of the Year. It’s the 2nd time in his career he’s earned the honor. The men’s and women’s coach, CeeJay Schaffner is named the Coach of the Year for both men and women. A…

Minnesota DNR Releases Northwest Regional Fishing Outlook for 2025

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has released its regional fishing outlooks for areas around Minnesota.  You can find the Northwest Region breakdown below. (CLICK HERE FOR: Northeast Regional Fishing Outlook for 2025) Lake of the Woods area: Walleye and sauger are the most important sport fish in Lake of the Woods, and as such those populations…