Sports

Girls Hockey
High School, Sports

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
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,…

Miracle League
Sports

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.
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…

Athletes Vs. Covid
College, Community Calendar, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

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.
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…

Matt Welch Bike Tour Chroma
Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

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.
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
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Bats Come to Life in Sweep of Rochester Honkers

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

Zam Plante
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Zam Plante Talks Joining Team USA for Hlinka Gretzky Cup

Last week, Plante was named to the roster for the United States U-18 Select Team that will compete at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup next month.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Coaches always say that players should always focus more on the name in front of their jersey than the name on the back. Hermantown’s Zam Plante has done a great job representing the Hawks. But next month, the name in front of the jersey will be in red, white and blue. Last week, Plante was named to…

Sundquist Asg
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Chisholm Native Eli Sundquist Among Four All-Star Selections for Duluth Huskies

Sundquist has been stellar on the mound for the Huskies this season with 39 strikeouts, which ranks fifth in the entire Northwoods League.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday, the Northwoods League announced the rosters for this year’s All-Star game and the Duluth Huskies will have four representatives: infielder Ambren Voitik, third baseman Mike Boeve, along with pitchers will McEntire and Chisholm native Eli Sundquist. “I was pretty surprised. I was happy, excited, just all the above. It was nice to get that nomination to…

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College, Sports

Merissa Edwards Named Interim Athletic Director at St. Scholastica

Edwards will oversee St. Scholastica's transition into the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference this fall.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday afternoon, the College of St. Scholastica announced that Merissa Edwards has been named the interim athletic director for the 2021-2022 academic year. She’s been part of the athletic department since 2010, including the last four years as the assistant A.D. of compliance and business. Edwards will oversee St. Scholastica’s transition into the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference…
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Hockey Star Maddie Rooney Vying for Spot on Team USA Roster

Former UMD women's hockey goalie Maddie Rooney has been named to her second U.S. Olympic residency roster.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former UMD women’s hockey goalie Maddie Rooney has been named to her second U.S. Olympic residency roster. She will be one of 27 players vying for a spot on Team USA for the 2022 Winter Olympics. The Andover native made international headlines when she backstopped her country to a gold medal over Canada in the 2018 Winter…

Hartley Park
Active Adventures

Hartley Nature Center Exemplifies the Beauty of Duluth

Active Adventures: You don't have to travel far to find beautiful hiking and biking trails in the Northland.
Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, we head up to Hartley Nature Center in the Woodland neighborhood.  It is a beautiful park with miles of trails to explore nature and wildlife year-round. Whether it’s hiking, biking, or taking the dog for a walk, it is nigh impossible to grow tired of taking in the scenery and views offered…

Gitchi Gummi Soccer
High School, Sports

Gitchi Gummi Soccer Club Still Going Strong After 30 Years of Success

The club has seen a recent explosion of talent with 40 teams and over 600 players, as well as their youth program that feeds into those competitive teams.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Since 1991, the Gitchi Gummi Soccer Club has been the premier organization when it comes to youth players who want to step up their game. And they’ve got a track record that is second to none. The club has seen a recent explosion of talent with 40 teams and over 600 players, as well as their youth…

Huskies Baseball
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Get Shutout Win at Home Over Rochester

Jonny Guzman tossed seven one-hit innings while striking out three as the Huskies got the 6-0 shutout win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Jonny Guzman tossed seven one-hit innings while striking out three as the Huskies got the 6-0 shutout win over Rochester on Thursday night. At the plate, Calyn Halvorson went 2-for-3 with 2 RBI and two runs scored while Bryan Broecker went 2-for-4 while driving in three runs. Rochester and the Huskies will wrap up the series on…

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College, High School, Sports

Grand Rapids’ Kodi Miller Commits to Itasca CC Baseball Team

This past season, Miller finished with a batting average over .350 with two home runs and 26 RBI.
Sam Ali,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – This week, Grand Rapids standout Kodi Miller has committed to joining the Itasca Community College baseball team. Miller was the varsity catcher for the Thunderhawks for the past four years, including his senior campaign where he helped Grand Rapids advance to the state championship game for the first time in over 30 years. This past season,…

Cloquet Invite
Professional Sports, Sports

90th Annual Cloquet Golf Invitational Begins This Weekend

The action begins Friday with the championship flights taking place on Sunday. Fans are welcome to attend.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – This weekend, the 90th annual Cloquet Golf Invitational will be taking place at the Cloquet Country CLub. This year’s installment will have a few changes, including a 21-and-over age limit. Other than that, it’s expected to be another competitive bracket of 180 golfers, including some of the best names in the Northland. “I think there’s some good…

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College, Sports

Duluth FC Rolls Past La Crosse with Home Shutout

Sidney Warden scored two goals in the first half.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sidney Warden scored two goals in the first half to help Duluth FC knock off La Crosse Aris FC 6-0 Wednesday night at Public Schools Stadium. James Westfield, Dylan Summer, Danny Torres and Rui Vale also scored for the Bluegreens, who move up to second place in the North Conference Division. Duluth FC will be back in…

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College, Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Drop First Game of Second Half to Eau Claire Express

Ambren Voitik drove in the only run for the Huskies.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies were down early and couldn’t fight back, as Eau Claire got the 8-1 win to hand the Huskies their first loss of the second half. Ambren Voitik drove in the only run for the Huskies, an RBI single in the fourth inning while Peyton Powell went 1-for-4 with a run scored. The Express scored…

Rba Basketball
Community, Sports

Youth Camps Underway for Rookie Basketball Association

This week, 4th through 6th graders are participating as they work on developing their individual and team skills.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Youth basketball summer clinics have returned for the Rookie Basketball Association at the Duluth Salvation Army. This week, 4th through 6th graders are participating as they work on developing their individual and team skills. RBA is modeling their summer camps on the upcoming Summer Olympics, with the motto: “Faster. Higher. Stronger.” “What is it going to take…

Open Skate
Community, Sports

Duluth Parks and Recreation Hosting Open Skate at Heritage Center

It only costs three dollars for anyone interested in some extra ice time, or even those who want to try skating for the first time.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – What are usually some of the best places to be in the summer? Ice cream shops, beaches, pools and basically any place that has air conditioning. But in the Northland, ice rinks are still as busy as they are when there’s snow on the ground. Duluth Parks and Recreation has been hosting open skate sessions at the…
College, Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Forward, Hermantown Native Jacob Herter Commits to Bethel University

Herter played three years for the Hawks, helping the team win the Class A state championship in 2016 and 2017, and a 3rd place finish in 2018.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Wednesday, Minnesota Wilderness forward Jacob Herter announced he has committed to joining the Bethel University men’s hockey team. The Hermantown native just wrapped up his third season in the NAHL with his best season yet, recording 24 points in 54 games. Prior to playing in juniors, Herter played three years for the Hawks, helping the team win…

Css Softball
College, High School, Sports

St. Scholastica Softball Team Hosts Pitching Clinic

Tuesday's clinic was the first of four that will take place this month.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica softball team hosted their second-ever camp, specifically for pitching. Tuesday’s clinic was the first of four that will take place this month. And thanks to some overwhelming support, the Saints even added a couple extra sessions to accommodate as many campers as possible. “I don’t know if it’s parents wanting to get kids out…

Maddy Walsh
High School, Sports

Proctor Softball’s Maddy Walsh Finishes Sophomore Year with Trifecta of Honors

Walsh thanked her teammates and coaches, saying that their help directly impacted her success on the mound.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – This past spring, the Proctor softball team had a season to remember. The Rails went 19-1 in the regular season and made it all the way to the section title game. One of the biggest reasons for their success was the play of pitcher Maddy Walsh. The sophomore would go on to receive First Team honors from…

Dominic Toninato
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Winnipeg Jets Agree to Extension with Duluth Native, Former UMD Captain Dominic Toninato

Toninato scored his first goal with the team in Game One of their first round playoff series against Edmonton.
Sam Ali,

WINNIPEG, Canada – This week, the Winnipeg Jets have agreed to a two-year extension with Duluth native Dominic Toninato. The 27-year-old played two regular season games with the Jets and scored his first goal with the team in Game One of their first round playoff series against Edmonton. The former UMD captain has played in 87 games in the NHL…
College, Sports

UWS Volleyball Team Releases 2021 Schedule

The Yellowjackets will open their season September 3rd at the Central/Grinnell tournament.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior volleyball team released their schedule for the 2021 season. The Yellowjackets will open their season September 3rd at the Central/Grinnell tournament. The following week, UWS will host the 2021 Subway Stinger Classic at the Mertz Mortorelli Gym. The ‘Jackets will open UMAC play at home September 21st against Northland College. The team will then close…

Great Outdoors
Community, Education, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Wilderness Experience Teaching Kids About Pioneers Through Camp

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– Wilderness Experience in Duluth is a locally focused outdoor ministry, offering summer camp programs that teach kids about nature, the woods, and faith. Pioneers Camp for kids in kindergarten to 2nd grade helps youngsters learn how to explore and work in the woods like the pioneers did. The lessons include working with farm animals and preparing garden beds…

Duluth Huskies
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Duluth Huskies Fall at Home to Rochester Honkers

The Huskies will kick-off the second half of their season Tuesday with a road trip to Eau Claire.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies got off to a great start with three runs in the first. But Rochester would heat up late and pick up the road win 8-5 at Wade Stadium. The Huskies will kick-off the second half of their season Tuesday with a road trip to Eau Claire. Categories: College, Northwoods League, Sports

Jack Toman
College, High School, Sports

Virginia’s Jack Toman Commits to St. Scholastica Football

This past season, Toman helped the Blue Devils finish 4-4, including winning three of their last four games of the regular season.
Sam Ali,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – This past weekend, Virginia quarterback Jack Toman signed his National Letter of Intent to join the St. Scholastica football team. This past season, Toman helped the Blue Devils finish 4-4, including winning three of their last four games of the regular season, and picking up a playoff win over Proctor. Virginia would ultimately fall to Aitkin in…

Huskies
Northwoods League, Sports

Powell Leads Way as Huskies’ Top Rochester

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Huskies were hosting the honkers Sunday afternoon at Wade Stadium. In the bottom of the second, the Huskies got on the board with a sacrifice fly from Beau Wimpee to score Peyton Powell. In the fifth inning, Powell drove in two with an RBI single putting Duluth up 3-2 and the Huskies would add one more in…

Huskies
College, Northwoods League, Sports

St. Cloud Dominates Huskies to Sweep Weekend Series

Mike Boeve and Cason Tollett drove in the only two runs of the day for the Huskies.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Cloud Rox started strong and put up nine in the third inning to get the 12-2 road win over the Huskies on Saturday to sweep the weekend series. The win gives the Rox the first half Great Plains West Division title while the Huskies fall to 1-11 against division foes this season. Mike Boeve went…

Srgrbb
High School, Sports

South Ridge’s Weber, Grand Rapids’ Kinnunen Earn Section Coach of the Year Honors

South Ridge's Aaron Weber took home section 7A coach of the year, while Grand Rapids' Bill Kinnunen was named section 7AAA coach of the year. 
Claudia Chakamian,

CULVER, Minn. – Two local baseball coaches have taken home section coach of the year honors by the Minnesota State High School Baseball Coaches Association (MSHSBCA) after leading their respective teams to the state tournament. South Ridge’s Aaron Weber took home section 7A coach of the year, while Grand Rapids’ Bill Kinnunen was named section 7AAA coach of the year….

Duluth Fc Academy
High School, Sports

Duluth East’s Aiden Olson Continues Family Tradition by Playing for Duluth FC Academy

Aiden Olson's dad Tony was a founding member of Duluth FC back in 2015. Now six years later, Aiden is part of the first-ever Duluth FC Academy team.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Growing up in Duluth, Minnesota, soccer was always the passion for defender Aiden Olson. “It’s the only thing I can remember doing since I was five years old, it’s the only thing I’ve ever really done. Like he said, I’ve played basketball, didn’t really enjoy it, I played baseball, wasn’t really my thing. If you asked me…

Sam Baker
Friday Night Frenzy, High School

Cloquet’s Sam Baker Earns Spot at U.S. Junior Amateur Championships

The U.S. Junior Amateur Golf Championships is set for July 19-24 at the Country Club of North Carolina in Pinehurst, NC.
Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The stellar 2021 for Cloquet golfer Sam Baker continues. Two weeks after guiding the Lumberjacks to the team state championship and winning the individual title, Baker will now get to represent himself on the national stage. Baker has earned a spot in the U.S. Junior Amateur Championship after finishing fifth at one of the qualifiers on Wednesday…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Phill Homere

For this week's segment, we talk with the new head coach of the Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team as he holds his first ever youth basketball skills camp
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with the new head coach of the Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team Phill Homere as he holds his first ever youth basketball skills camp. He’ll be holding another session starting July 19. If interested, contact Phill or the team directly. Categories: Coaches Corner, High School, Sports

Turner For Web
College, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Cloquet-Carlton’s Katie Turner Commits to Northern Michigan Women’s Soccer

Last season, Turner was second on the Lumberjacks with 10 goals, including one game-winner, while adding seven assists
Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet-Carlton girls soccer standout Katie Turner announced on Twitter that she has committed to Northern Michigan University. Last season, Turner was second on the Lumberjacks with 10 goals, including one game-winner, while adding seven assists, as Cloquet-Carlton dropped just one game on their way to winning the section 7A title. In her sophomore season, Turner’s 16 goals…

Aa Capt'n J's Miniature Golf
Active Adventures, Links, News, News - Latest News

Capt’n J’s Miniature Golf Offers More than Just Fun on the Course

This Week's Active Adventures Takes Meteorologist Ken Slama to 'Capt'n J's Miniature Golf in Superior
Ken Slama,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – In this week’s Active Adventures we head to Barker’s Island where Capt’n J’s Miniature Golf offers more than the opportunity to refine your putting skills. In addition to competing in a friendly game of miniature golf against family and friends, Capt’n J’s offers a beautiful view of Lake Superior, the SS Meteor as a backdrop, and frozen…

Umd
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bulldogs Host Youth Football Camp

Close to 100 kids were on the field Thursday afternoon for day one of UMD's youth football camp.
CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– While the bulldogs won’t be back on the gridiron until their season begins in September, there was plenty of action this afternoon at Malosky Stadium. Close to 100 kids were on the field Thursday afternoon for day one of UMD’s youth football camp. Young athletes from the 3rd up to the 8th grade spent the day learning different…

Cleanup
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Hockey Team Cleans Up Vandalized Woodland Rink

The Duluth East Boy’s Hockey team offered to help restore the graffiti on the player boxes and glass for the upper and lower rinks.
CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Woodland area hockey rinks in Duluth were vandalized in May. Thursday afternoon, cleanup efforts were underway from local athletes. The Duluth East Boy’s Hockey team offered to help restore the graffiti on the player boxes and glass for the upper and lower rinks. Clean up efforts included scrubbing and washing off the graffiti along with repainting the…

Miac
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Athletics Officially Join the MIAC

It marks the end of the Saints’ time in the UMAC.
CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Starting Thursday, the St. Scholastica Saints are now officially the 13th school in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference or the MIAC. It marks the end of the Saints’ time in the UMAC, which 18 of the school’s 22 programs took part in. All 18 programs in the UMAC won at least one conference championship. The first St. Scholastica…

Miracle League
Sports

Twin Ports Miracle League Returns for Summer Season

Twin Ports Miracle League will be hosting a home run derby fundraiser on July 10 to help bring more awareness and raise some money for the area's only adaptive baseball program.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After having their season canceled last summer due to the pandemic, the Twin Ports Miracle League is back in action, allowing kids of all abilities to play the sport of baseball. The league is for kids ages four to 19 with any physical and/or mental disabilities. It removes barriers that prevents children with disabilities from playing, and…

Duluth Fc
Sports

Duluth FC has Winning Streak Snapped by Minneapolis City

Aidan Hill scored the only goal for the BlueGreens
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth FC couldn’t keep their winning ways going back at home, as Minneapolis City got the 6-1 win on Wednesday night. Aidan Hill scored the only goal for the BlueGreens as the match was tied at 1 at the half. Minneapolis City scored all six goals unanswered to take the road win. The win gives the conference-leading…

Zam Plante
High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Zam Plante Named to 2021 U.S. U-18 Men’s Select Team

Plante will compete with Team USA at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup August 2-7 in Czech Republic and Slovakia
Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – In his first season on varsity, forward Zam Plante had a breakout season for the Hermantown boys hockey team, leading the team in both goals and points. And now, he’s getting the chance to represent the Hawks on the national stage. Plante will represent Team USA as one of 23 players picked for the 2021 U.S. U-18…

Hunters Camp
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Basketball Hosts New Youth Skills Camp

New Denfeld boys basketball coach Phill Homere decided to hold the camp to get to know the players in the program while also helping kids work on their skills. He'll hold another session starting July 19.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – New Duluth Denfeld boys basketball coach Phill Homere has hit the ground running with his new program and this week, he is hosting a new youth basketball camp for local players. The camp is for boys and girls in grades 4th through 12th. Homere said the camp is a good way for him to get to know…

Prc Legion
High School, Sports

Proctor Senior Legion Tops Cook County

Kennan Reyelts went 1-for-3 with the game-winning RBI while AJ Reyelts had 2 RBI.
Claudia Chakamian,

PROCTOR, Minn. – A three-run third inning proved to be the difference as the Proctor Senior Legion baseball team got the 4-3 win over Cook County. Kennan Reyelts finished with a complete game, allowing two earned runs on eight hits. At the plate, he went 1-for-3 with the game-winning RBI, while AJ Reyelts had 2 RBI. The Class A player…

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College, Sports

Former Grand Rapids Standout John Stampohar Commits to UWS Men’s Hockey

The former Thunderhawk defenseman spent the past two seasons at DI's Canisius College, where in his freshman year, he tallied 16 blocked shots in 18 games. 
Claudia Chakamian,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Grand Rapids native John Stampohar has committed to joining the UW-Superior men’s hockey team this upcoming season. The defenseman has spent the past two seasons at DI’s Canisius College, where in his freshman year, he tallied 16 blocked shots in 18 games. Stampohar was part of the Thunderhawks 2017 Class AA state championship team, recording 32…

Thomsen
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Football’s Andy Thomsen Commits to North Dakota State

In his junior season, Thomsen, who will play defensive end for the Bison, had 59 tackles, five sacks and three forced fumbles, helping the Thunderhawks to a 6-1 record. 
Claudia Chakamian,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Grand Rapids football player Andy Thomsen has committed to North Dakota State. The Thunderhawks quarterback and linebacker spent the past few weekends at their camps and will play defensive end for the Bison. In his junior season, Thomsen had 59 tackles, five sacks and three forced fumbles, helping the Thunderhawks to a 6-1 record. North Dakota…

Milenkovic
Sports

Former UWS Basketball Standout Vid Milenkovic Signs With New Swiss Team

Milenkovic will play for Lions de Genève after spending last season with the Starwings. Both teams play in the Swiss Basketball League.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Former UW-Superior basketball standout Vid Milenkovic has signed with Lions de Genève of the Swiss Basketball League. After wrapping up a stellar career with UWS, Milenkovic spent last season with the Starwings also of the Swiss Basketball League, and in 32 games, he averaged 8.4 points, 3.9 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game. Milenkovic also helped the…

Summer Showcase
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Defensemen Kaiser, Kelley, Former Grand Rapids Defenseman Peart Invited to USA World Junior Summer Showcase

The showcase will take place July 24-31 in Plymouth, Michigan. 
Claudia Chakamian,

PLYMOUTH, Mich. – UMD defensemen Wyatt Kaiser and Connor Kelley, as well as former Grand Rapids defenseman and 2021 Mr. Hockey award winner Jack Peart are among 44 players invited by USA Hockey to the 2021 World Junior Summer Showcase. The showcase will serve as an evaluation for athletes looking to make the World Junior Championship rosters later this year….

Rasmussen
College, Sports

Cloquet Native, Former Wilderness Forward Gavin Rasmussen Commits to UW-Superior Men’s Hockey

Rasmussen will join former Lumberjack and Wilderness forward Dylan Johnson on the Yellowjackets next season, playing together for the first time since Rasmussen's sophomore year of high school. 
Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – For a lot of high school athletes, getting to play college sports in your hometown is the dream they work towards. And on Monday, another local hockey player made that dream come true. Cloquet native and former Minnesota Wilderness forward Gavin Rasmussen announced his commitment to play college hockey at UW-Superior. Rasmussen just wrapped up a stellar…

Softball
High School, Sports

Northern Ice 18U Softball Wins Rising Stars Tournament

The Northern Ice 18U team is made up of players from Proctor, Grand Rapids, Esko, South Ridge, Greenway and International Falls. 
Claudia Chakamian,

MANKATO, Minn. – The Northern Ice 18U softball team won the Rising Stars tournament this weekend in Mankato. The team beat the Rochester Gamblers 3-2 in the tournament championship. The Northern Ice 18U team is made up of players from Proctor, Grand Rapids, Esko, South Ridge, Greenway and International Falls. Categories: High School, Sports

Huskies
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Rally Falls Short in Loss to Bismarck Larks

Xavier Carter went 3-for-5 with an RBI while Blayne Robinson drove in two runs.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Huskies lead in the third inning didn’t last long, then they couldn’t complete the rally late, as Bismarck left with the 10-6 win to split the weekend series. Xavier Carter went 3-for-5 with an RBI while Blayne Robinson drove in two runs. Will McEntire got the start on the mound and gave up three runs (one…