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Soderberg Named to Women’s Hockey Goalie of the Year Award Watch List

Through 12 games, Soderberg ranks second in the nation with a .963 saves percentage and a 0.94 goals against average

February 7, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD women’s hockey goaltender Emma Soderberg has been named to the 2020-21 Women’s Hockey Goalie of the Year Award “Watch List.” This will be the first year that the award will be presented, recognizing the top female goalie in NCAA Division I. The award will join the National Rookie of the Year award and Patty Kazmaier Award,…

WIAA Announces Boys Basketball Playoff Brackets

Ashland, Northwestern and Northwood all earned home first round playoff games.

February 7, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The WIAA announced the boys basketball brackets on Sunday morning, with regionals beginning next week. DIVISION ONE #5 Superior at #4 Menomonie on Feb. 16 DIVISION TWO $5 Hayward at $4 Osceola on Feb. 16 #3 Amery at #2 Ashland on Feb. 19 DIVISION THREE #6 Spooner at #3 Northwestern on Feb. 16 DIVISION FIVE #3…

NCAA Division II Plans to Hold Winter Championships

The announcement comes just days after the NCAA Division III announced they will not be holding winter championships.

February 7, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The Division II Management Council and Presidents Council announced on Friday that they affirmed plans to host all seven winter championships. The council adjusted regional alignments for men’s and women’s basketball, and also moved the women’s basketball championship to Columbus, Ohio. Leading up the NCAA championships, the NSIC will hold winter championships as well. The conference indoor…

UMD Men’s Hockey Defeats Miami to Sweep Season Series

Cole Koepke finished the weekend with four goals while Kobe Roth scored three times during the two-game series.

February 6, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Cole Koepke would score the game-winner as the No. 5 Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team got the 3-1 win over Miami (OH) to sweep the weekend series. The Bulldogs also sweep the six-game regular season series over the RedHawks. Nick Swaney and Kobe Roth (empty-net) also scored for the Bulldogs, while Zach Stejskal made 30 saves. Koepke…

Hermantown Boys Hockey Tops Brainerd, Stays Undefeated

Zam Plante scored twice while Beau Janzig, Aaron Pionk, Gavin Blomdahl and Aydyn Dowd each scored once.

February 6, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown boys hockey team used a four-goal third period to get the 6-1 home win over Brainerd on Saturday to stay undefeated on the season. Zam Plante scored twice while Beau Janzig, Aaron Pionk, Gavin Blomdahl and Aydyn Dowd each scored once. Hermantown improves to 8-0 on the season and is scheduled to play at Duluth…

UMD Men’s Basketball Sweeps Minnesota Crookson in Regular Season Home Finale

Charlie Katona led the Bulldogs with 22 points while Joshua Brown chipped in with 19 points and Austin Andrews had 15 points and seven rebounds.

February 6, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team continued to dominate on Saturday, getting the 84-45 win over Minnesota Crookston to sweep the weekend series. Charlie Katona led the Bulldogs with 22 points while Joshua Brown chipped in with 19 points and Austin Andrews had 15 points and seven rebounds. UMD finished the night shooting just under 59 percent from…

UWS, CSS Women’s Basketball Fall at Home

Local rookies played well for their respective teams on Saturday, as Hermantown's Bryton Kukowski led the Yellowjackets with 10 points while Proctor's Liz Frase led the Saints with 10 points.

February 6, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – In a rematch of last season’s UMAC title game in women’s basketball, Bethany Lutheran once again came out on top, getting the 79-60 road win over Wisconsin-Superior. Hermantown’s Bryton Kukowski led the Yellowjackets with 10 points in her first collegiate start while Miranda Broberg chipped in with nine points and Ellie Leadstrom had eight points. The Yellowjackets…

Coaches Corner: Curt Wiese

For this week's segment, we hear from the head coach of the UMD football team.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, UMD head football coach Curt Wiese recaps National Signing Day for the Bulldogs program. UMD signed 27 players this past week, including Mesabi East running back Gavin Skelton. Wiese also announced that the Bulldogs will not be playing regular season games this spring. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University…

Koepke Nets Hat Trick, UMD Men’s Hockey Dominates Offensively in Win Over Miami

Kobe Roth finished with two goals while Jackson Cates recorded five assists, which is just one point short of tying the school record.

February 5, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Cole Koepke would net a hat trick as the No. 5 Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team got the 8-1 win over Miami on Friday night to open the weekend series. Kobe Roth finished with two goals, while Blake Biondi, Koby Bender and Nick Swaney each scored once. Jackson Cates recorded five assists, which is just one point…

Northwestern’s Titus Graden Signs NLI to Join Upper Iowa Football

Graden wrapped up his career at Northwestern picking up Heart O' North all-conference honors as one of the best players on the Tigers defense.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – Northwestern’s Titus Graden signed his National Letter of Intent Friday to play football at Upper Iowa. Graden said playing at a high level for the Tigers makes him feel prepared for the college level and he already feels at home within the Peacocks program. “They’re really, really good at talking to you and making sure that you’re…

UMD Men’s Basketball Snap Five-Game Skid with Win Over Minnesota Crookston

Freshman forward Charlie Katona led the way with 26 points and nine rebounds.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Freshman forward Charlie Katona led the way with 26 points and nine rebounds as the UMD men’s basketball team defeated Minnesota Crookston 81-65 Friday night at Romano Gym. Sophomore Drew Blair chipped in with 22 points as the Bulldogs snapped a five-game losing streak. They’ll aim for the sweep Saturday. Tip-off is set for 4 p.m. Categories:…

UWS Men’s Hockey Power Past Northland College, Improve to 2-0

Dylan Johnson and Coltyn Bates each scored twice for the Yellowjackets

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UW-Superior men’s hockey team would follow up a four-goal first period with a three-goal second period as they powered past Northland College 7-1 Friday night at Wessman Arena. Dylan Johnson and Coltyn Bates each scored twice for the Yellowjackets, while Artur Terchiyev, Ty Proffitt and Pavel Mikhasenok also got the board for UWS. Cameron Coutre scored…

Prep Boys Hockey: Superior Wins Playoff Opener, Duluth East Tops Brainerd

The Spartans opened their playoff run with a win, while the Greyhounds got a home win on Friday night.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

SPOONER, Wis. – Kell Piggott and Robert Powell each scored two goals as the Superior boys hockey team blanked the Frederic co-op team 9-0 Friday night in the first round of the WIAA boys hockey tournament. Caden Lia, Lucas Williams, Carter Pettit, Mason Stenberg and Carter Kalin also scored for the Spartans, who move on to face New Richmond in…

Prep Boys Basketball: Proctor Holds Off Greenway, Superior Falls on Senior Night

The Rails got the win for head coach Cole Lipinski's first home victory.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Clutch free throws would be the difference as the Proctor boys basketball team battled back from an early deficit to get the home win over Greenway 46-43 Friday night. In other prep boys basketball action, Superior could not get past Hudson as they fell 62-51 on Senior Night. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Jackson Savre Signs NLI for Concordia-St. Paul Football Team

Savre was a team captain for the Hawks and was an all-section and all-conference selection.

February 5, 2021

Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Thursday, Hermantown’s Jackson Savre signed his National Letter of Intent to join the Concordia-St. Paul football team. Savre was a team captain for the Hawks and was an all-section and all-conference selection. He was also selected as the Northeast Red District Lineman of the Year, leading the way for Hermantown’s potent running attack this past season. Categories:…

UMD Women’s Basketball Prepare for Final Road Trip of the Regular Season

Friday's game tips off at 5:30 p.m. while Saturday's begins at 1:30 p.m.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team will be on the road for the final time in the regular season as they will battle Minnesota Crookston. It’s also just their second road trip of the entire season due to COVID cancellations, which makes the series that much more exciting. “I think our players look at road trips as like…

UMD Men’s Basketball Not Looking for Moral Victories

The Bulldogs will be back at Romano Gym beginning Friday night against Minnesota Crookston.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team are in a tough slump right now after playing the top two teams in the NSIC in back-to-back weeks. One positive from both weekends has been the fact that the Bulldogs seem to play better on the second night, especially last weekend against Northern State. “We come out Friday not as hard….

Prep Basketball: Grand Rapids, Proctor, Duluth Marshall Girls, Duluth East Boys Continue Winning Ways

The Grand Rapids, Proctor, and Duluth Marshall girls were all winners on Thursday night.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – In a battle of the top two girls basketball teams in Section 7AAA, Grand Rapids won a nail-biter on the road over Hermantown 59-56 Thursday night. In other prep girls basketball action, Proctor pulled away in the second half to get a home win over Hibbing 64-47 and Duluth Marshall picked up a road win over Duluth…

Prep Hockey: CEC Girls, Boys Earn Bounceback Wins

It was a good night for the Lumberjacks as the girls and boys hockey teams were victorious.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Dana Jones scored twice for the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls hockey team as they defeated Duluth 5-2 Thursday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Erin Loeb, Taylor Wick and Lily Hanson also scored for the Lumberjacks. Molly Henderson and Emma Fellman got the board for the Northern Stars. In prep boys hockey action, Zach Tyman pitched a shutout…

UMD Men’s Hockey To Face Miami for Second Straight Weekend

Puck drop for Friday night's game is set for just after 6 p.m.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team return home this weekend for a match-up against Miami. The next two games will be the fifth and sixth times the Bulldogs will face the Red Hawks so far this season. Head coach Scott Sandelin says the game plan won’t change much. “Doesn’t make it any easier. I know that for sure….

UMD Football Will Not Play Games During Spring Season

Wiese added that there's a chance his team could play scrimmages this spring against outside opponents.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD head football coach Curt Wiese revealed during Wednesday’s National Signing Day press conference that the Bulldogs will not play any games this spring. Wiese says the program feels the cons outweigh the pros when it comes to mapping out a regular season schedule within the NSIC. “If you play one or two games and you put…

MSHSL Approves State Tournament Formats For Winter Sports

The press release is highlighted by the announcement that the boys and girls hockey finals will all be played on April 3rd.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. – Thursday, the Minnesota State High School League approved plans for winter sports state tournaments. There will be no consolation brackets and fan attendance will be limited. Here is a breakdown of the dates and locations: – Girls hockey : March 26-27 (quarterfinals at Xcel Energy Center), April 1-3 (semi-finals, finals at Xcel Energy Center) – Boys…

NCAA Cancels Division III Winter Sports Championships

This marks the second straight year that winter sports championships won't be decided on the Division III level.

February 4, 2021

Sam Ali,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The NCAA announced this week that due to low participation numbers among member schools, the Division III winter championships will be cancelled for the 2020-2021 academic year. This includes men’s and women’s hockey, basketball and indoor track and field. This marks the second straight year that winter sports championships won’t be decided on the Division III level….

Mesabi East’s Gavin Skelton Signs NLI for UMD Football Team

Skelton says there were two things that sold him on UMD: the short distance from home, as well as the team's coaching staff.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team had just one Northland recruit in their 2021 class as Mesabi East’s Gavin Skelton signed his National Letter of Intent to join UMD. Skelton says there were two things that sold him on UMD: the short distance from home, as well as the team’s coaching staff. “They were really pushing. I was getting…

Head Coach Curt Wiese Recaps UMD Football’s National Signing Day

The Bulldogs' 2021 recruiting class was heavy on cornerbacks and offensive lineman with six each.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team announced Wednesday that 27 young men from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and Nevada are now officially future Bulldogs. Head coach Curt Wiese says the team did run into some issues when it came to on-campus visits during the pandemic. But his coaching staff found other ways to get in contact with their recruits. “I…

CSS Men’s Hockey Drop Home Opener to Saint John’s

Sophomore forward Tyler Hinterser and junior defenseman Jon Hansen each scored in the first period in the losing effort as the Saints drop to 0-2 on the season.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 4-0 first period hole was too deep to dig out of as the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team dropped their home opener 5-2 Wednesday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. Sophomore forward Tyler Hinterser and junior defenseman Jon Hansen each scored in the first period in the losing effort as the Saints drop to 0-2 on the…

UMD’s Maura Crowell Talks Changes to WCHA’s Final Faceoff Tournament

The top four teams based on points percentage will play for the championship on March 6th and 7th at Ridder Arena in Minneapolis.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The WCHA announced this week that for this season’s women’s Final Faceoff tournament, there will not be a first round. Therefore, the top four teams based on points percentage will play for the championship on March 6th and 7th at Ridder Arena in Minneapolis. UMD head coach Maura Crowell gave her reaction to the announcement saying this…

Duluth Denfeld’s Keyshawn Beckom Signs NLI for Mesabi Range College Football

This is the second straight year Denfeld has had a commit sign with Mesabi Range as Beckom joins Nico Roberts.

February 3, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday, Duluth Denfeld’s Keyshawn Beckom signed his National Letter of Intent to join the Mesabi Range football team. This past season, Beckom made a huge impact for the Hunters, most notably in a game against Hibbing where he scored six total touchdowns. Beckom talked about why he’s joining the Norsemen, besides the fact that he gets to…

Pandemic Prompting More People to Hit the Slopes at Lutsen Mountains

With Safety Precautions in Place, Staff at Lutsen Mountains is Ready to Welcome Visitors to the Slopes

February 2, 2021

Brett Scott,

LUTSEN, Minn. – It’s known as cabin fever, and this year, we may find ourselves letting it sink in earlier due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, many winter weather enthusiasts are embracing current restrictions and taking a trip up the North Shore. “If you would like an action-packed, nature-filled, beautiful landscape ski resort, come to Lutsen Mountains,” exclaimed Rhylee Octavion,…

Prep Girls Hockey: Duluth Marshall, Proctor/Hermantown Keep Rolling With Home Wins

Home ice was a big advantage for the Hilltoppers and the Mirage.

February 2, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Senior Maren Friday would find the back of the net for the Duluth Marshall girls hockey team as they blanked the Duluth Northern Stars 5-0 Tuesday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. In other prep girls hockey action, the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage unleashed a barrage of shots on International Falls as they get the win 10-0. Categories: High School,…

Prep Basketball: Hermantown, Duluth East Boys, Superior, Cloquet Girls All Pick Up Road Wins

Tuesday night meant big wins for the road teams.

February 2, 2021

Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – In prep boys basketball action, Hermantown got the road win over rivals Proctor 73-56, while Duluth East went across the bridge to knock off Superior 67-40. In prep girls basketball, Superior defeated Duluth East 56-52 behind 27 points from Savannah Leopold. And Cloquet scored early and often as they beat Duluth Denfeld 83-41. Categories: High School, Sports

Hermantown Girls Basketball Team Clicking on Both Sides of The Ball

The Hawks are focused on improving their defense, while being led offensively by senior Elly Schmitz.

February 2, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown girls basketball team is picking up right where they left off last season. After getting a road win over previously undefeated Virginia on Monday night, the Hawks are currently 5-1. Hermantown says they’re playing well on both sides of the ball, with the focus being on improving their defense. On offense, they’re led by senior…

UWS Men’s Hockey Looks Back at Success in Exhibition Games

In Friday's win over Northland College, seven different players scored a goal and 15 skaters recorded at least one point.

February 2, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Last week, the UW-Superior men’s hockey team played a pair of exhibition games against Northland College to get ready for the start of the regular season. And they brought the juice, especially on Friday night. Seven different players scored a goal in that game and 15 skaters recorded at least one point. The goal of both games…

UMD Women’s Basketball Debuts at #6 in First WBCA Poll

The last time UMD was on the list was March 9th, 2005.

February 2, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team debut at number six in the first DII national poll released by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association. The Bulldogs are currently 5-0 after sweeping Northern State this past weekend and are the only NSIC team to be ranked in the poll. The last time UMD was on the list was March 9th,…

Proctor Girls Basketball Top Cromwell-Wright at Home

The Rails improve to 4-3 while the Cardinals drop to 4-2.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – In prep girls basketball action, Proctor picked up their third straight win as they defeated Cromwell-Wright 56-41 Monday night. Hailie Evans led all scorers with 18 points, while Payton Rodberg chipped in with 13 points. Andrea Pocernich paced the Cardinals with 13 points and Natalee Hakamaki finished with 12 points. Proctor improves to 4-3 while Cromwell-Wright drops…

Prep Boys Hockey: Duluth East Knocks Off CEC, Hibbing/Chisholm Earns Road Win Over Proctor

The Greyhounds were victorious at home, while the Bluejackets made the road trip worth it with a win.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sophomore forward Cole Christian finished with a hat trick and two assists as the Duluth East boys hockey team knocked off section foe Cloquet-Esko-Carlton 5-1 Monday night at the Heritage Center. Kaden Nelson and Wyatt Peterson also scored for the Greyhounds as they improve to 3-1-1. In other prep boys hockey action, Connor Willard would score five…

Depth, Experience Key for CSS Men’s Basketball’s Strong Start

The Saints will look to stay undefeated as they take on Northwestern on Saturday in a rematch of last year's UMAC championship game.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. The St. Scholastica men’s basketball team are off to a great start to their season Picking up wins in their first two games. The Saints have just one senior on the team, forward Jarod Wilken. As for the rest of the squad, some have played major minutes, including in the past two UMAC championship games. “A lot of…

CEC Girls Hockey Return to Action Following Delayed Start to Season

CEC will continue their homestand for three more games, starting Tuesday night against Hibbing/Chisholm.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – While the Minnesota winter prep sports season is well underway, some teams hit a speed bump right out of the gate. That includes the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls hockey team, who played their first game of the season this past weekend. The Lumberjacks had to postpone their first three games of the season due to COVID protocols. But the…

Fan Voting Open for 2021 Hobey Baker Award, UMD Nominates Cates, Koepke, Swaney

The first round of voting ends March 8th.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fan voting is officially open for the 2021 Hobey Baker Award. The UMD men’s hockey team have three nominees to choose from: team captain Noah Cates, Hermantown native Cole Koepke and forward Nick Swaney. Cates and Koepke are second and third on the team in total points, respectively, while Swaney leads the way with 21, which is…

UWS Men’s Basketball Postpones Third Consecutive Game

The Yellowjackets announced this week that Thursday's game against Northwestern has been postponed due to COVID-19 protocols.

February 1, 2021

Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The waiting game continues for the UWS men’s basketball team. The Yellowjackets announced this week that Thursday’s game against Northwestern has been postponed due to COVID-19 protocols. This is the third straight game that UWS has had to postpone to start the season. The ‘Jackets now turn their attention to hopefully opening their season on Saturday at…

Duluth Marshall’s Gianna Kneepkens Becomes 21st Girls Basketball Player in Minnesota to Score 3000 Career Points

Kneepekens was already the program's all-time leading scorer, but with her now 3,040 career points, she's now the all-time leading scorer in Northern Minnesota girls basketball history.

January 31, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Friday, Duluth Marshall standout Gianna Kneepkens scored 51 points in their win against Pine City, becoming the 21st girls basketball player in the state of Minnesota to reach 3000 career points. The senior currently has 3,040 points and has now made her mark not only in the Marshall record books, but has left her mark within…

Wilderness Win Back-and-Forth Battle Against Magicians

Dominiks Marcinkevics, Gunnar Thoreson and Josh Bohlin all scored as the Wilderness win their second straight.

January 31, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – A late goal would prove the difference-maker as the Minnesota Wilderness got the 3-2 win on Sunday over the Minnesota Magicians. Dominiks Marcinkevics, Gunnar Thoreson and Josh Bohlin all scored as the Wilderness win their second straight. The Wilderness are scheduled to play in Aberdeen on Friday. Categories: Sports

UMD Women’s Hockey Forward Gabbie Hughes Joins 100 Point Club

Hughes is just the eighth player in UMD history to reach the milestone in 80 games or less.

January 31, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Saturday, UMD women’s hockey forward Gabbie Hughes recorded a goal and an assist, giving her 100 points for her career, becoming the 21st player in program history to hit that mark. She’s also just the eighth player in UMD history to reach it in 80 games or less. But Hughes credits her teammates and the program…

Cromwell Girls Basketball Players Filling New Roles as They Look to Continue Recent Success

After graduating Taya and Shaily Hakamaki last season, the Cardinals have turned to their veterans to step up in new roles, which has led them to a 4-1 record so far this season.

January 31, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

CROMWELL, Minn. – The Cromwell girls basketball team has a bit of a different look this season after graduating a few big players last year, including Taya and Shaily Hakamaki. The Cardinals are young this year and have had to rely on their veterans to step up in new ways. “Some of the players that were playing last year weren’t…

Huseby Records First Shutout of Season, Saints Women’s Hockey Wins Home Opener

Lori Huseby made 34 saves while Kayla Kasel, Rachel Anderson and Emily Sabol all scored.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lori Huseby made 34 saves while recording her first shutout of the season, as the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team got the 3-0 win over Augsburg to win their home opener. Kayla Kasel, Rachel Anderson and Emily Sabol all scored for the Saints. St. Scholastica improves to 2-0 on the young season and is scheduled to play…

Soderberg Records Fifth Shutout of Season, UMD Women’s Hockey Sweeps St. Cloud State

Gabbie Hughes recorded a goal and an assist in the win, becoming the 21st player in program history to score 100 career points.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Emma Soderberg made 24 saves for her fifth shutout of the season as the No. 6 Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team got the 6-0 win over St. Cloud State to sweep the weekend series. It was a historic night for junior Gabbie Hughes, as she recorded a goal and assist, becoming the 21st player in program history…

UMD Women’s Basketball Hangs on to Sweep Northern State

Brooke Olson led the way with 15 points as the Bulldogs extend their home winning streak to 26 games.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnestoa Duluth women’s basketball team battled back and forth all night then hung on late to get the 67-64 win over Northern State to sweep the weekend series and stay undefeated on the season. Brooke Olson led the way with 15 points while Maesyn Thiesen finished with 14 points and Ann Simonet scored 10 points. UMD…

Hawks Boys Hockey Wins Home Opener, Stays Unbeaten

Zam Plante finished with six goals as Hermantown got the 10-1 win over St. Cloud Cathedral in a rematch of last season's class A state semifinal game.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Zam Plante finished with six goals as the Hermantown boys hockey team got the 10-1 win over St. Cloud Cathedral to win their home opener. This game was a rematch of last season’s class A state semifinal game, where Hermantown got the 6-2 win to advance to the state championship. Gavin Blomdahl, Aydyn Dowd, Joey Pierce and…

Hawks Boys Basketball Gets Home Win Over Blue Devils

Hermantown picks up its second straight win and improves to 2-3 on the season.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown boys basketball team used a big second half to get the 72-54 home win over Virginia on Saturday afternoon. The Hawks have now won two straight and improve to 2-3 on the season. Hermantown is scheduled to play at Proctor on Tuesday. Categories: High School, Sports

UMD Men’s Hockey Tops Miami, Sweeps Road Series

Cole Koepke scored twice while Jackson Cates, Nick Swaney, Quinn Olson and Luke Loheit each scored once.

January 30, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

MIAMI, Ohio – Cole Koepke scored twice as the No. 6 Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team got the 6-3 win over Miami (OH) to sweep the weekend series. Jackson Cates, Nick Swaney, Quinn Olson and Luke Loheit each scored once for the Bulldogs while Jesse Jacques finished with two assists. Ryan Fanti finished with 32 saves. UMD improves to 10-5-2…