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Grand Rapids Boys Lacrosse Earns Road Win Against C-E-C For First Victory of 2025

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team held their home opener on Saturday against Grand Rapids. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team held their home opener on Saturday against Grand Rapids. The Lumberjacks jumped out to an early lead over the Thunderhawks. However, Grand Rapids battled back to defeat the Lumberjacks 9 to 7 to earn their first win of the 2025 season. The Thunderhawks are back in action on Tuesday, April 15th, against Moorhead….

CSS Baseball Splits MIAC Doubleheader with Carleton College

The Saints and the Knights split the doubleheader as CSS took game one 10 to 0 and Carleton took game two 2 to 1. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica baseball team welcomed in Carleton College for a doubleheader on Saturday. The Saints and the Knights split the doubleheader as CSS took game one 10 to 0 and Carleton took game two 2 to 1. CSS is back in action on Tuesday, April 15th, against Saint Mary’s in a doubleheader. First pitch of game one…

Wilderness Playoff Window Still Open After 5-2 Win Over Jr. Blues

The Minnesota Wilderness hosted the Jr. Blues on Friday with their playoff hopes on the line.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness hosted the Jr. Blues on Friday with their playoff hopes on the line. The Wilderness and the Jr. Blues went back and forth all game. But in the end, the Wilderness won 5 to 2. With the Chippewa Steel shootout loss to the Anchorage Wolverines on Friday, the Wilderness still has a chance to make…

Aiden Williams Vying to Become First Bulldog Drafted Since 1990

The tackle now turned guard has spent the last couple months training in both Florida and Minnesota.

DULUTH, Minn.- In just 13 days from now, 257 players will hear their name called at the NFL Draft in Green Bay. UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams is hoping he will be one of those who’s picked. The tackle now turned guard has spent the last couple months training in both Florida and Minnesota. Recently, he took part at the…

UWS Softball Rolls Past North Central in their Home Opener

UWS defended their home field as they defeated the Rams 17 to 3. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS softball team held their 2025 home opener on Friday. Yellowjackets opened up their three-game series with North Central. UWS defended their home field as they went on to defeat the Rams 17 to 3. The Yellowjackets wrap up their series with North Central on Saturday, April 12th, in a doubleheader. First pitch is at noon. Categories:…

Top Play of the Week: 4/11

At number one, UW-Superior's Trey Sybrant puts his body on the line as he lays out to rob a Crown batter of extra bases.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week’s top play comes from on the diamond. At number one, UW-Superior’s Trey Sybrant puts his body on the line as he lays out to rob a Crown batter of extra bases. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Wisconsin and Minnesota Spring Turkey Season Nears

  MINNESOTA/WISCONSIN — Spring turkey season is approaching fast, with both Wisconsin and Minnesota seasons starting on April 16. Historically, it would have been odd to see a turkey this far north in Minnesota as they’re usually more accustomed to agricultural land in the southern side of the state. With the uprise in turkeys in the north, the spring and…

Former Bulldog Anthony Menghini Set to Play for North Dakota Next Season

In 71 games played, Menghini scored 20 goals and added nine assists for a total of 29 points.

DULUTH, Minn.- Just four days after he entered the transfer portal, former UMD forward Anthony Menghini has found his new team. On Friday, Menghini officially transferred to North Dakota. The Baxter, Minnesota native spent two seasons playing for the Dogs. In 71 games played, Menghini scored 20 goals and added nine assists for a total of 29 points. It’s somewhat…

Grand Rapids Baseball Bounces Back in 7AAA Title Game Rematch Against Denfeld

The Thunderhawks defeated the Hunters 2 to 1 to earn their first win of the season. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld baseball team opened up their season with a rematch of last year’s section 7AAA championship game as the Hunters squared off against the Grand Rapids Thunderhawks on Thursday. The Thunderhawks went on to defeat the Hunters 2 to 1 to earn their first win of the season. Grand Rapids is back in action on Monday,…

Cloquet Softball Dominates at the Plate to Take Down Esko in Season Opener

The Cloquet softball team opened up their season on the road against Esko on Thursday. 

ESKO, Minn.- The Cloquet softball team opened up their season on the road against Esko on Thursday. The Lumberjacks dominated at the plate as they defeated Esko 15 to 4 to earn their first win of the 2025 season. Cloquet’s next game is on Monday, April 14th against Hibbing. First pitch is at 4:30 p.m. For Esko, they’re back in…

Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Opens Year with Home Victory Over Grand Rapids/Greenway

Duluth (1-0) is next in action on Monday at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack boys lacrosse team began their year out on the right foot, defeating Grand Rapids/Greenway 14 to 5 on Thursday. Duluth (1-0) is next in action on Monday at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton. As for Grand Rapids/Greenway (0-1), they’re at C-E-C on Saturday. Categories: High School, Sports

Superior Girls Soccer Drops Close Contest in Home Opener Versus Hudson

The Spartans ended the first half with a 1-0 lead over the Raiders.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team held their home opener on Thursday, as the Spartans welcomed in the Hudson Raiders. The Spartans ended the first half with a 1-0 lead over the Raiders. Sadly, the Raiders scored two unanswered goals in the second half defeating the Spartans 2 to 1. Superior’s next game is on Saturday, April 12th against…

UMD Sophomore Forward Payton Holloway Enters Transfer Portal

Holloway is the second Bulldog to enter the transfer portal as she joins freshman Reese Logan. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has been relatively lucky when it comes to the transfer portal. But on Wednesday, forward Payton Holloway entered the transfer portal. The sophomore skated in a total of 69 games for the Dogs the past two seasons. She tallied one goal against the University of Vermont this past November. Holloway is the second…

Duluth Native Gianna Kneepkens Schedules Four Official Visits in Search for New Team

Kneepkens was the leading scorer for the Utes this past season.

DULUTH, Minn.- Back on March 28th, former Duluth Marshall Hilltopper Gianna Kneepkens entered the transfer portal, ending a four-year stint at the University of Utah. Now, it appears she’s focused on four teams as her potential next squad. According to Talia Goodman of On3Sports, Kneepkens has scheduled upcoming visits with South Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, and UCLA. Kneepkens was the leading…

Harbor Monsters Suspend Offensive Coordinator Kevin Gregory

Gregory has been with the Harbor Monsters since the beginning of the team.

DULUTH, Minn.- A little over a month before the start of the season, the Duluth Harbor Monsters have suspended their offensive coordinator. The team announced on Thursday that as a precautionary measure, they have suspended Kevin Gregory. They added that the decision comes as part of their ongoing effort to fully investigate the allegations raised against Gregory. The Harbor Monsters…

Northern Star: Ben Welle

Welle has posted two complete games for UWS this season.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team has been building a successful program in the last several seasons with head coach TJ Oakes at the helm. Over the years the foundation of the program has been built off of the team’s ability to make plays in the field. “Pitching and defense has been kind of our program the last couple of…

UMD Men’s Hockey Adds Three Forwards Via Transfer Portal

The Bulldogs have lost seven players via the transfer portal.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has made some roster additions for next year. Three forwards have joined the Bulldogs via the transfer portal. They are Cornell’s Kyler Kovich, Alaska’s Kyle Gaffney, and lastly UMass Lowell’s Scout Truman. Kovich has posted 22 points in 78 games over four seasons at Cornell. Gaffney’s coming off a career best of 20…

Esko Native Koi Perich Playing Both Offense & Defense for Minnesota in Spring Ball

Perich has been donning a split practice jersey with each side of the ball represented at spring practices.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- It was teased a little bit at the end of last season. Now, it’s looking like it’s going to happen. Esko native and Minnesota Golden Gophers safety Koi Perich is expected to play both offense and defense this upcoming season. Perich has been donning a split practice jersey with each side of the ball represented at spring practices….

Superior City FC & Head Coach Aaron Blanchard Agree to Mutually Part Ways

In his lone season at the helm, the team went 6-2-3 and made it to the conference semi-finals.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC women’s team is in search of a new head coach. On Wednesday, the Beacons announced that they have mutally agreed to part ways with current head coach Aaron Blanchard. The reason being is that Blanchard is set to take the next steps in his coaching career. In his lone season at the helm, the…

Superior Softball Routs Grand Rapids to Open Regular Season

Superior (1-0) will next host Cloquet on Wednesday.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Tuesday marked the start of a new season for the Superior softball team as they had their first game. The Spartans left no doubt as they went on to defeat Grand Rapids 18 to 2. Superior (1-0) will next host Cloquet on Wednesday. As for Grand Rapids (0-1), they’ll be at Proctor on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

UMD Softball Drops NSIC Doubleheader to St. Cloud State

UMD is 5th in the NSIC and St. Cloud State is 4th in the conference.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team entered play on Tuesday with a chance to climb up the NSIC standings. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs dropped both games of their doubleheader to St. Cloud State, 6 to 4 and 13 to 4. UMD will try to bounce back on Saturday at Minnesota State-Mankato. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Klayton Knapp Becomes 7th Bulldog to Enter Transfer Portal

In his lone season at UMD, Knapp played in 16 games and had a saves percentage of nearly 91 percent.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD can’t seem to catch a break when it comes to the transfer portal. Goaltender Klayton Knapp became the 7th Bulldog to enter the portal on Tuesday. In his lone season at UMD, Knapp played in 16 games and had a saves percentage of nearly 91 percent. He also went 6-6-2 with a goals against average of 2.67….

Hibbing’s Ayden McDonald to Continue Basketball Career at North Central

McDonald last suited up for the Bluejackets in 2022, where he finished his career as the leader in points, assists, and steals.

HIBBING, Minn.- The all-time scoring leader for Hibbing has found his new team. Former UWS and UMD guard Ayden McDonald has announced he’s transferring to North Central University, out of the UMAC conference. McDonald played in seven games last year for the Yellowjackets, picking up seven rebounds and two assists. McDonald last suited up for the Bluejackets in 2022, where…

UW-Superior Sweeps Track & Field Weekly UMAC Honors

UWS is next in action on Saturday at the Saint Mary's Invite.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A track and field duo on the UW-Superior men’s squad swept the UMAC weekly conference honors. Earl Foster is the Field Athlete of the Week after winning the javelin throw at the Ashton May Invitational. His best throw was 55.30 meters. His teammate, Jesse Ortiz is the track athlete of the week after pr’ing in the 100 meter…

Duluth East Baseball Searching for Identity in 2025 Season

The Greyhounds are tasked with replacing their one through six hitters, their top five pitchers and lastly, their catcher.

DULUTH, Minn.- A number of local baseball teams are still hoping to play their first games of the season later this week. As for Duluth East though, they already have two games under their belt. The Greyhounds opened the year by dropping two games to some tough Rochester squads. Head coach Chris Siljendahl says this year’s squad is faced with…

Former Bulldog Cole Spicer to Make Return to College Hockey with Arizona State

Spicer last suited up for UMD in the 2023-2024 season and tallied nine points in 17 games.

DULUTH, Minn.- Forward Cole Spicer is making his return back to college hockey with an NCHC foe. Spicer transferred to Arizona State on Monday evening. He last suited up for UMD in the 2023-2024 season and tallied nine points in 17 games. Spicer was later ruled academically ineligible and then eventually left the program. He spent this past year with…

UMD Triple Jumper William Heydt Named NSIC Field Athlete of the Week

Heydt finished with a leap of 14.74 meters, which ranks in the top 20 for Division II jumps this season.

DULUTH, Minn.- A triple jumper for UMD earned NSIC conference honors on Monday. William Heydt is the Field Athlete of the Week after he finished 1st at the Wartburg Outdoor Select. He finished with a leap of 14.74 meters, which ranks in the top 20 for Division II jumps this season. Heydt is coming off a successful indoor season in…

UMD Men’s Hockey Loses Menghini to Transfer Portal, Dubinsky to Wisconsin

Just this past year, Menghini tallied 12 goals and seven assists in 35 games.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team was dealt another blow via the transfer portal Monday afternoon. Forward Anthony Menghini entered the portal after spending the last two seasons in Duluth. Just this past year, the forward tallied 12 goals and seven assists in 35 games. In other portal news, former Bulldog defender Aiden Dubinsky has found his new home….

Former UMD Assistant Coach Ryan Kirsch Joins South Dakota State Coaching Staff

Kirsch spent two seasons in Duluth.

DULUTH, Minn.- A former UMD assistant coach is climbing the coaching ranks. Ryan Kirsch has joined the South Dakota State coaching staff after spending the last year as the head coach of Iowa Central Community College. Before his time leading Iowa Central, he spent two seasons in Duluth. The most memorable one for Kirsch and company came in the 2022-2023…

David Boitz Steps Down as President of Hockey Operations for Wilderness

Boitz served a number of positions for the Wilderness, including general manager and head coach over the 12 seasons.

CLOQUET, Minn.- David Boitz has been with the Minnesota Wilderness since the team joined the NAHL in 2013. After 12 years with the team though, he’s decided to step down. Late on Sunday night, the team announced the president of hockey operation’s decision. Boitz served a number of positions for the Wilderness, including general manager and head coach over the…

UWS Baseball Suffers First Conference Loss in UMAC Title Game Rematch

The Yellowjackets are back in action on Saturday, April 12th against North Central. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team hosted Crown College in a doubleheader on Sunday. The Polars defeated the Yellowjackets 18 to 10 in game one and 5 to 2 in game two, earning the series sweep. The Yellowjackets are back in action on Saturday, April 12th against North Central. First pitch is at 1 p.m. Categories: College, Sports

Superior Baseball Falls in Home Opener Against Menomonie

The Superior baseball team held their home opener against Menomonie on Saturday. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior baseball team held their home opener against Menomonie on Saturday.  The Spartans fell in both games in the doubleheader against the Mustangs.  The Mustangs took game one 9 to 7 and game two 10 to 5 to earn the series sweep.  The Spartan’s next game is on Tuesday, April 8th, against Grand Rapids.  First pitch is at…

The Wilderness Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with a 5-3 Win Over The Jets

On Friday night the Wilderness wrapped up their series with the Janesville Jets.

CLOQUET, Minn.- After a heartbreaking loss last night, the Minnesota Wilderness are still on the outside looking in for the final playoff spot in the Midwest division. On Friday night the Wilderness wrapped up their series with the Janesville Jets. The Wilderness defended home ice as they defeated the Jets 5 to 3. The Wilderness are back in action on…

Northwestern Hosts 44th Annual Dennis Simpson Track Meet

A total of 16 teams from the surrounding area competed in the meet. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Northwestern High School hosted the 44th annual Dennis Simpson indoor invitational track meet on Friday night. A total of 16 teams from the surrounding area competed in the meet. The Hayward girls team won the meet with 158.50 points. For the boys, Hayward won the meet with 136.50 points. Click here to see the full results from meet….

UWS Baseball Looks to Continue Winning Ways in UMAC Championship Rematch

UWS is 6-0 in UMAC conference play.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team has heated up after their Florida trip. After going 3-5 in the RussMatt Central Florida Invitational, the Yellowjackets opened up conference play and won six straight UMAC matchups. The Jackets latest opponent was Martin Luther, where UWS earned the series sweep. The Yellowjackets currently sit in second place in the UMAC as Bethany Lutheran…

Local Football Teams Impacted By MSHSL’s Section Realignment

Four local teams were impacted by the MSHSL's decision.

DULUTH, Minn.- On Friday, the MSHSL announced section realignments for the next two seasons. Quite the shakeup for four area prep football teams. Cherry and Mountain Iron-Buhl are no longer 9-man team’s and will play the standard 11-man game next fall. Meanwhile, Ely goes from Class A to Class AA. Lastly, South Ridge will go from 11-man to 9-man. For…

UMD’s Gascon & Kraemer Land On All-USCHO Teams

They are the first Bulldog players to land on an All-USCHO Team since the 2022-2023 season, which featured Emma Soderberg and Ashton Bell.

DULUTH, Minn.- A UMD women’s hockey duo continues to get honor after honor. UMD’s Eve Gascon and Caitlin Kraemer each landed on All-USCHO teams on Friday. Gascon was named to the first team while Kraemer is on the rookie team. Both players had career-years for the Bulldogs this past season. Gascon posted a .942 saves percentage with 896 saves on…

Cherry Senior Guard Carson Brown to Play College Hoops at RCTC

Just this past year, Brown averaged 13 points, six rebounds, and seven assists per game for the Tigers.

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- Cherry senior Carson Brown is making the jump to the next level. On Thursday, Brown announced his college commitment to Rochester Community and Technical College. Just this past year, he averaged 13 points, six rebounds, and seven assists per game for the Tigers. Brown also played a key role in helping the Tigers reach their 2nd straight…

Late Third Period Goal Lifts Jets Over Wilderness 2-1

The Wilderness and the Jets will face off on Friday, April 4th for game two of their series.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness are still fighting for a playoff spot in the Midwest Division with four games remaining in the regular season. On Thursday, the Wilderness looked to protect their home barn as they welcomed in the Janesville Jets on Thursday night. A back and forth game between the Wilderness and the Jets, but the Jets score late…

Walker, Peña Homer and Rodgers Drives in 3 as Astros Spoil Twins’ Home Opener 5-2

Twins starter Joe Ryan (0-2) allowed five runs on five hits and struck out six over five innings.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Christian Walker and Jeremy Peña homered and Brendan Rodgers had three hits and three RBIs to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday. Hunter Brown (2-0) gave up two runs in the first and shut down the Twins the rest of the way, allowing five hits and no walks with…

UMD’s Caitlin Kraemer Earns USCHO Rookie of the Year Honors

Kraemer tallied 30 points this past season.

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD forward Caitlin Kraemer was named the USCHO rookie of the year on Thursday. Kraemer tallied 18 goals in her first season with the Bulldogs, which led all freshman nationally. She also recorded 13 assists for a total of 31 points. The Waterloo, Ontario Native earned the HCA 2025 Julie Chu Rookie of the Year a few…

Duluth FC Announces Conference Schedule for 2025 Season

Bluegreens set to host eight home games.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC has announced their conference schedule for this upcoming summer. The Bluegreens open up their campaign at home against Joy AC on Thursday, May 15th. Other notable matchups include their first-ever game against Superior City FC on Wednesday, June 11th. For a full look at the schedule, click here. The Bluegreens will have a total of 8…

UMD Men’s Hockey Adds Goaltender Cole Sheffield to Roster

Sheffield comes from the Dauphin Kings of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League.

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been mostly subtractions instead of additions for the UMD men’s hockey team this off-season. However on Wednesday, the team made a key roster move bringing in goaltender Cole Sheffield. Sheffield comes from the Dauphin Kings of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. In 47 games played, he had a saves percentage of 92 percent, a goals against average…

Northern Star: Donald West

West is entering his 4th straight year as the starting quarterback for CSS.

DULUTH, Minn.-Spring ball is usually a time for team’s to freshen up their skills and focus on the fundamentals. But for St. Scholastica quarterback Donald West and his teammates, they’re also adjusting to a new head coach in Matt Bremer. “They’ve been smoothly. The guys took the change and ran with it. It wasn’t as much change, it was just…

UMD Defenseman Aiden Dubinsky & Forward Jack Smith Become Latest Bulldogs to Enter the Transfer Portal

A total of five Bulldogs have entered the transfer portal.

DULUTH, Minn.- In college hockey, UMD defenseman Aiden Dubinsky and forward Jack Smith have entered the transfer portal. Dubinsky spent three seasons with UMD, where he recorded 7 goals and 27 assists during his career. For Smith, he suited up for UMD for three seasons where he recorded 26 points. Dubinsky and Smith join Matthew Perkins, Kyle Bettens, and Zach…

Kristian Campbell Agrees to 8-Year Deal with Red Sox, Less Than a Week After Debut

Campbell entered Wednesday hitting .375 (6 for 16) with two doubles, one homer, two RBIs and four walks.

BALTIMORE (AP) — Kristian Campbell agreed to an eight-year contract with the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, less than a week after his major league debut. Campbell’s deal includes team options for 2033 and ’34. A 22-year-old infielder and outfielder, Campbell made his big league debut March 27 as Boston’s youngest opening day starter at second since Reggie Smith. He…

Timberwolves Sale to Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore Will Go Forward, AP Source Says

All that appears to be left is final approval by the NBA's board of governors.

The yearslong quest by Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez to acquire control of the Minnesota Timberwolves finally seems to be in the home stretch, after current owner Glen Taylor opted not to appeal an arbitration panel’s ruling that he must go forward with the $1.5 billion sale. A person with knowledge of Taylor’s decision confirmed it to The Associated Press…

St. Scholastica Football Begins Spring Slate Under New Head Coach Matt Bremer

Bremer was named the Saints head coach on March 4th.

DULUTH, Minn.- Back on March 4th, St. Scholastica named Matt Bremer as the 4th head football coach in program history. Fast forward to now, and he’s already preparing his team for the upcoming 2025 fall season. The Saints marched on to the practice field for their 2nd spring training session Tuesday afternoon. They’re set to have a total of 15…