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Prep Hockey: Lumberjack Boys, Spartan Boys, Hilltopper Girls Winners at Home

Home ice advantage was the name of the game on Thursday night.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Christian Galatz would score twice as the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys hockey team used a big first period to get past Duluth Denfeld 5-4 Thursday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Aaron Moore, Cole Ketola and Logan Dushkin also scored for the Lumberjacks. Cole Olson, Dylan Jouppi, Griffin Lehet and Connor McClure were the goal-scorers for the Hunters….
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Duluth Native, Vikings Fullback CJ Ham to Wear Custom Cleats in Honor of His Mother

The cleats that will feature a portrait of his mother Tina, who is currently fighting pancreatic cancer.
Sam Ali,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Duluth native and Minnesota Vikings fullback CJ Ham will be wearing some special footwear during this weekend’s game against the Detroit Lions. Ham will be wearing custom cleats that will feature a portrait of his mother Tina, who is currently fighting pancreatic cancer. It’s for the NFL’s “My Cause, My Cleats” program. Ham surprised his mom with…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Open NCAA Tournament with Win over Central Missouri

The Bulldogs will face Concordia-St. Paul in the regional semi-finals on Friday.
Sam Ali,

KEARNEY, Neb. – Abby Thor and Meredith Sutton combined for 34 kills as the UMD volleyball team got the win over Central Missouri 3-1 in the first round of the NCAA central region tournament. Emily Balts chipped in with 58 assists as the Bulldogs now get set to take on Concordia-St. Paul Friday in the regional semi-finals at 5 p.m….
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Wrap Up 2019 with Road Trip to Top-Ranked Wisconsin

Puck drop for Friday's game is set for just after 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team will put a bow on 2019 with a road match-up against top-ranked Wisconsin. The Bulldogs will be looking for their first road win over the Badgers in almost nine years, going 0–15–2 in that time frame inside the always raucous LaBahn Arena in Madison. “They like playing there, obviously. They play in…
College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

GNK’s Dylan DeChampeau Commits to UMD Football Team

The Titans standout helped GNK rack up a total of 15 wins tn the past two seasons.
Sam Ali,

COLERAINE, Minn. – Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin’s Dylan DeChampeau recently announced his commitment to the UMD football team. The Titans standout helped GNK rack up a total of 15 wins tn the past two seasons, including a runner-up finish in the section title game in 2018. Categories: College, High School, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
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UMD Volleyball’s Emily Balts, Kate Berg Earn All-Region Honors

Balts was also named to the All-Region Second Team by the Division II Conference Commissioners Association.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD volleyball duo Emily Balts and Kate Berg have been named to the AVCA Division II Central All-Region team. Balts ranks among the best setters in the entire country, averaging 12 assists per game. Berg was on the receiving end for most of those assists, averaging just under five kills per set. Balts was also named to…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

No Excuses for UMD Men’s Hockey Team After Getting Swept at Home

The Bulldogs will head to Omaha this weekend for their final series before winter break.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This past weekend, the UMD men’s hockey team were swept at home by a non-conference opponent for the first time since October of 2005. The team spoke Wednesday and no one offered any excuses, but instead looked to wipe the slate clean for this upcoming weekend’s road trip. “You want it to sting, but at the same…
College, Sports

St. Cloud Tech Sweeps Lake Superior College Basketball Teams

The Cyclones would get the best of the IceHawks on Wednesday night.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – In the women’s game between Lake Superior College and St. Cloud Tech and Community College, the IceHawks would rally in the second half but eventually fall short to the Cyclones 76-72 Wednesday night at Mertz Mortorelli Gym. And in the men’s game, it was all Cyclones as they topped the IceHawks 94-50. Categories: College, Sports
College, Sports

CSS Basketball Split Doubleheader with North Central

The men would get the win at home, while the women would fall short in their match-up.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Jarod Wilken finished with his third double-double of the season with 16 points and 15 rebounds as the St. Scholastica men’s basketball team opened their UMAC schedule with a win over North Central 87-63 Wednesday night at the Reif Gym. Collin Anderson led all scorers with 22 points while Nick Carlson chipped in with 16 points. In…
High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: Oredockers, Raiders Spoil Opening Nights with Road Wins

The Ashland and Greenway boys basketball teams made the long road trips worth it on Tuesday night.
Sam Ali,

MAPLE, Wis. – It went down to the wire in the final moments, but Ashland would spoil opening night for Northwestern as the Oredockers topped the Tigers 91-82. The win was the first for new head coach Lisa Kirau. And in Duluth, it was Greenway making the long trip to Marshall and getting the win over the Hilltoppers 87-69. Categories:…
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Prep Hockey: Spartan Boys, Lumberjack Girls Win Big at Home

The Superior boys got the win in their season opener, while the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls dominated North Shore.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior boys hockey team scored three goals in the third to win their home opener 5-2 over Duluth Marshall. Carson Gotelaere, Jaxon D’Auria, Gunnar Hansen, Ethan Welch and Carter Pettit all scored for the Spartans, while Brendan Pfahl and Vance Johnson scored for the Hilltoppers. In girls action, the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton dominated from start to finish, getting…
College, Sports

St. Scholastica QB Zach Edwards Invited to FCS Bowl in Florida

The Saint Paul native just wrapped up a stellar career for the Saints.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – With most of the Northland still buried in snow, how nice would it be to head down to Florida right now? Well that’s going to be the case for a St. Scholastica football player. CSS quarterback Zach Edwards will be taking part in the sixth annual FCS Bowl this weekend down in Daytona Beach, FL. The Saint…
High School, Sports

Cardinals Girls Basketball Rolls Past Bombers in Home Opener

Taya Hakamaki finished with 23 points while her cousin Shaily finished with 11.
Claudia Chakamian,

CROMWELL, Minn. – After dropping their season opener, the Cromwell-Wright girls basketball team rebounded nicely on Monday, dominating Barnum 76-17 in their home opener. It was another Hakamaki show, with Taya leading the way with 23 points and her cousin Shaily had 11 points. The Cardinals (1-1) will hit the road on Thursday to take on McGregor. Categories: High School,…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Basketball Teams Sweep St. Cloud State in NSIC Open

After getting their match-up postponed twice, the Bulldogs basketball teams each picked up a win over the Huskies.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After getting their match-up postponed twice, the UMD basketball teams each picked up a win over St. Cloud State Monday afternoon at Romano Gym. In the women’s game, Brooke Olson led the way with 20 points as the Bulldogs topped the Huskies 71-59. Katie Stark chipped in with 15 points while Ann Simonet helped the cause with…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Tumbles Outside Top 10 in National Poll

The Bulldogs have not been ranked this low since January 15th, 2018.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s hockey team took a huge tumble in the latest national polls. The Bulldogs dropped to #14 after getting swept at home by top ranked Minnesota State-Mankato. UMD hasn’t been ranked this low since January 15th, 2018. Bulldogs will be on the road this upcoming weekend as they take on Omaha. Categories: College, Sports, University…
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Northern Star: Chikara Hanzawa

For this week's segment, meet a Minnesota Wilderness player who traveled halfway across the world to continue his hockey career.
Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Minnesota Wilderness are currently made up of eight local players. But for Japenese forward Chikara Hanzawa, he’s in America for the first time ever. “It’s good, I like it so far,” Hanzawa said of Minnesota. Hanzawa first came to the U.S. to play with the Tri-City Storm of the USHL. After four games, he was traded to…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Swept by Top-Ranked MSU-Mankato

Justin Richards scored the lone goal for the Bulldogs, while Hunter Shepard finished with 21 saves. 
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 8 UMD men’s hockey team struggled offensively against top-ranked Minnesota State-Mankato, as the Mavericks got the 3-1 win on Saturday night to sweep the series. Justin Richards scored the lone goal for the Bulldogs in the third period, while Hunter Shepard finished with 21 saves. Minnesota Duluth (7-6-1) will hit the road next weekend to…
High School, Sports

Greyhounds Boys Hockey Falls in Home Opener to Trojans

Finn Hoops scored the lone goal for Duluth East.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth East boys hockey team got on the board first, but struggled to do much offensively after that, as Wayzata spoiled their home opener 3-1. Finn Hoops scored the lone goal for the Greyhounds. Duluth East (0-2) will host Lakeville South on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Categories: High School, Sports
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UMD Women’s Hockey Ends Nutmeg Classic With Win Over UConn

Down 1-0 after one, the Bulldogs scored five unanswered to finish the Nutmeg Classic with a win.
Claudia Chakamian,

HAMDEN, Conn. – After going down 1-0 after the first, the No. 9 Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team scored five unanswered goals to get the 5-1 win over Connecticut in the final day of the Nutmeg Classic. Sydney Brodt scored two goals, one in the second and one in the third, while Ashton Bell, Kailee Skinner and Kylie Hanley each…
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Rails Girls Basketball Win Home Opener Over Jaguars

The Proctor girls basketball team knocked off Bloomington Jefferson at home.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – In their home opener, the Proctor girls basketball team got the win over Bloomington Jefferson 73-47 Friday night at Proctor High School. Liz Frase led the way with 18 points for the Rails, while Sam Pogatchnik and Sam Parendo combined for 29 points to help the Rails improve to 2-0. Proctor will be back in action Thursday…
Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Tim Madsen

For this week's segment, we chat with the head coach of the CSS men's hockey team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we spoke with St. Scholastica men’s hockey head coach Tim Madsen. The former Wilderness coach is in his second year and the Saints are off to another solid start. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports
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Prep Boys Hockey: Hawks, Rails, Thunderhawks Pick Up Home Wins

Grand Rapids picked up its second win of the season over a top-10 team, while Hermantown and Proctor also got wins on Friday night.
Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown boys hockey team scored two goals in the final three minutes to get the 4-3 win over Wayzata. Matt Erickson, Joey Pierce, Ethan Lund and Aydyn Dowd all scored for the Hawks in the win, with Dowd’s goal coming just 30 seconds after Lund scored. In other action, Proctor got the 5-3 win over North…
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Mankato Overpowers UMD Men’s Hockey at Home

The Mavericks would prove to be too much for the Bulldogs on Friday night.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kobe Roth would score late in the third period, but it wouldn’t be enough as Minnesota State-Mankato defeated the UMD men’s hockey team 4-1 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. The Mavericks scored three goals in the second period which would be the difference in this one. The Bulldogs will look to split the series on Saturday night….
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hosts Quinnipiac Too Much for UMD Women’s Hockey in Day One of Nutmeg Classic

Despite getting the loss, the Bulldogs outshot the Bobcats 44-21 on Friday.
Claudia Chakamian,

HAMDEN, Conn. – The No. 9 Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team outshot Quinnipiac 44-21 on Friday afternoon, but the hosts would find a way to get the job done, as the Bobcats got the 4-2 win in the first game of the Nutmeg Classic. Jalyn Elmes and Ashton Bell both scored for the Bulldogs, while Maddie Rooney made 17 saves….
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD-Mankato Matchup Becomes Family Affair for Sandelins

Scott Sandelin will be coaching against his son, Ryan, a freshman forward at MSU-Mankato, for the first time ever.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH,  Minn. – This weekend, UMD men’s hockey head coach Scott Sandelin will be coaching against his son Ryan, who is a freshman forward at Minnesota State-Mankato. The two have been around hockey Ryan’s whole life, but this will be Sandelin’s first time coaching against his son. “I think it’s something that’s been circled on both of our calendars, we…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Continues Tradition of Spending Thanksgiving Together on the Road

This is the fourth straight year that the Bulldogs have celebrated Thanksgiving together on the road.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team is in Hamden, Connecticut right now preparing for the Nutmeg Classic this weekend, which means they’re spending another holiday away from their families. But they get to spend Thanksgiving together, which has become a tradition for the team over the past four years and they said they’re thankful for road trips like…
College, Sports

Third Period Comeback Pushes Wilderness Past Bruins

A three-goal third period would be the difference for the Minnesota Wilderness.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Nate Horn would score twice in the third period as the Minnesota Wilderness rallied late to top the Austin Bruins 4-2 Wednesday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Jacob Herter and Garrett Worth also scored for the Wilderness, who will travel to Austin for a rematch on Friday. Categories: College, Sports
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Another Tournament Awaits UMD Women’s Hockey Team

The Bulldogs will take part in the Nutmeg Classic in Camden, CT.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s team will be back on the road this upcoming weekend. And it will be another east coast tournament for the Bulldogs as they will take part in the Nutmeg Classic in Camden, CT. And even with the inclement weather, the team is very excited to maybe bring home another trophy after winning the IceBreaker…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Team to Welcome Top-Ranked MSU-Mankato This Weekend

Puck drop Friday night at Amsoil Arena is set for just after 7 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This Thanksgiving holiday, the UMD men’s hockey team might be mostly thankful that they don’t have to travel this weekend as they’ll be at home for another marquee match-up. The Bulldogs will renew their in–state rivalry with Minnesota State-Mankato. This time though, the Mavericks come into the match-up as the #1 ranked team in the country, winners…
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: Hawks Boys, Toppers Boys, Jacks Girls, Toppers Girls All Winners Before the Holidays

Several teams across the Northland held their final games before the Thanksgiving holiday.
Sam Ali,

HERAMNTOWN, Minn. – A three-goal third period would be the difference as the Hermantown boys hockey team win their season opener at home against Eveleth-Gilbert 5-2 Tuesday night at the Hermantown Ice Arena. In other boys action, Duluth Marshall picked up their first win of the season as they defeated Proctor 4-2. And on the girls side, it was Cloquet-Esko-Carlton…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

NSIC Schedule to Begin for UMD Women’s Basketball Team

The Bulldogs take on the Huskies Saturday at Romano Gym. Tip-off is set for 2 p.m.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s basketball team did not get off to the best start for their non-conference schedule, dropping their first three games to some really tough competition. But since then, the Bulldogs have turned it around. UMD has rattled off three straight wins to wrap up their non-conference schedule with a .500 record. And this weekend, they…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball To Open NCAA Tournament Against Central Missouri

The central region will feature seven of the top nine teams in the country.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team finished their season with a 24–6 record, falling in the NSIC tournament semi–finals to eventual champs Concordia-St. Paul. But the Bulldogs never dropped lower than #7 all season in the national polls, so there was little drama during Monday night’s NCAA selection show announcement. The Bulldogs earned the #2 seed in the central…
High School, Sports

Mirage Stay Ahead Early for Win over Hurricanes

The Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team got a big win at home against Hayward.
Sam Ali,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Six different players scored for the Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team as they got the home win over Hayward 8-1 Monday night at the St. Luke’s Sports and Event Center. Michaela Phinney and Megan Madill scored twice for the Mirage, while Nya Sieger, Hannah Graves, Ella Anick and Hannah Kauppinen also lit the lamp for Proctor/Hermantown, who snapped…
College, High School, Sports

Duluth East’s Edwards Twins Commit to NDSU Baseball

They also play on the Greyhounds football team, where QB Caden throws touchdowns to wide receiver Jaxon.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth East twin brothers Caden and Jaxon Edwards both announced Monday on Twitter that they have committed to playing college baseball at North Dakota State University. The pair helped the Greyhounds make it all the way to the section championship game last season. Caden swung a great stick with a .283 batting average to go with 14…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s, Women’s Hockey Teams Move Up One Spot in USCHO Polls

The men are coming off of a weekend sweep of Colorado College, while the women took two points from the top-ranked Gophers.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. -After solid weekends, the UMD men’s and women’s hockey teams are up one spot in their respective USCHO.com polls. The men are at No. 8 following a weekend sweep of Colorado College, while the women are at No. 9 after getting a tie Friday (then getting the extra point in 3-on-3 overtime) and losing on Saturday to top-ranked…
College, Sports

CeeJay Schaffner Named New UWS Tennis Head Coach

Schaffner comes from North Central College in Naperville, Ill., where he served as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for their tennis teams.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Wisconsin-Superior athletics announced on Monday that CeeJay Schaffner will be taking over as the Yellowjackets men’s and women’s tennis teams head coach. Schaffner comes from North Central College in Naperville, Ill., where he served as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for their tennis teams. Prior to coaching, Schaffner was a four year member of the men’s…
College, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Tessa Lowry

For this week's segment, meet a St. Scholasitca women's hockey defenseman whose role on the team goes far beyond what shows up on the box score.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Like many of her teammates, St. Scholastica women’s hockey senior defenseman Tessa Lowry grew up around hockey. Her dad Dave played 19 seasons in the NHL, and has spent time coaching in the Western Hockey League, and her two brothers, Adam and Joel, currently play in the NHL. “I honestly, growing up, didn’t really realize how cool…
High School, Sports

Blue Devils Basketball’s Jadyen Bernard Commits to University of Jamestown

Bernard tallied 1,000 career points late during his junior year at Virginia High School.
Claudia Chakamian,

VIRGINIA, Minn. -Virginia high school star forward Jayden Bernard signed his National Letter of Intent on Friday to continue his basketball career at the University of Jamestown in North Dakota. Bernard tallied 1,000 career points late in his junior year and now has sights set on getting the Blue Devils one step further in the playoffs during his upcoming senior…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bulldogs Women’s Basketball Wraps Up Non-Conference Schedule With Road Win

UMD's road win over Michigan Tech gives them a 3-3 non-conference record.
Claudia Chakamian,

HOUGHTON, Mich. – The University of Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team used a strong second quarter then hung on late to get the 69-59 road win over Michigan Tech to close out the non-conference schedule and improve to .500. Maesyn Thiesen led the Bulldogs with 13 points while Brooke Olson tallied 11 points and nine rebounds and Katie Stark had…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Shuts Out Colorado College to Sweep Series

Hunter Shepeard picked up his second shutout of the season and 17th of his career, and also set a school record for career wins with 61.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hunter Shepard made 25 saves on Saturday en route to his second shutout of the season and 17th of his career, as the No. 9 UMD men’s hockey team got the 5-0 win over Colorado College on Saturday to sweep the weekend series. Shepard also picked up his 61st career win, setting a school record. While Shepard…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Falls in NSIC Tournament Semi-Finals in Five Sets

The Bulldogs will now wait for Monday's NCAA Selection Show to see if they get a bid to the tournament.
Claudia Chakamian,

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The No. 2-seed UMD volleyball team and No. 3-seed Concordia-St. Paul battled like they have all season, but the Golden Bears advance to the NSIC Tournament Championship game with the 3-2 win (25-22, 17-25, 20-25, 25-17, 15-11). The Golden Bears took the first set, but the Bulldogs stormed back in the second to tie things up….
College, Sports

Saints Men’s Basketball Falls at Home to Duhawks

Collin Anderson became just the 10th Saint in program history to score at least 1,100 career points, finishing Saturday's game with 13 points.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica men’s basketball team was tied with Loras College 36 all at the half, but the Duhawks pulled away in the second half, including a 33-12 run in the final 10 minutes, to hand the Saints the 88-67 loss. Collin Anderson became just the 10th Saint in program history to score at least 1,100 career…
High School, Sports

Hunters Boys Hockey Gets Home Win over Wingers

Connor McClure and Kade Shea both scored two goals each in Duluth Denfeld's win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team continued its strong start to the season, getting the 6-3 win over Red Wing on Saturday. Connor McClure and Kade Shea both scored two goals each, while Simon Davidson and Cooper McClure added a goal a piece. Connor Carlson finished with 31 saves. Duluth Denfeld improves to 2-0 and will play…
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Falls to Top-Ranked Minnesota

Despite getting the loss, the Bulldogs outshot the Gophers 71-59 on the weekend.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The No. 10 UMD women’s hockey team battled but could not complete the rally, as No. 1 Minnesota got the 4-3 win on Saturday to leave with four of six WCHA points for the weekend. Anneke Linser, Sydney Brodt and Ashton Bell all scored for the Bulldogs on Saturday, while Maddie Rooney made 24 saves. The Bulldogs…
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Koepke Nets Game-Winner as UMD Men’s Hockey Tops Colorado College

The Hermantown native would score with less than 20 seconds to go for the win.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – A three-goal three period would be the difference as the UMD men’s hockey team completed the comeback win over Colorado College 4-3 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Jackson Cates, Kobe Roth and Tanner Laderoute scored for the Bulldogs. Then with less than 20 seconds left, Cole Koepke would net the game-winner to seal the comeback win. UMD…
College, Sports

Five-Goal First Period Pushes UWS Women’s Hockey Past Northland College

The Yellowjackets would score early and often in their home win over the LumberJills.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Kaleigh Martinson, Jenna Curtis and Amanda Sergent each scored twice as the UWS women’s hockey team blasted Northland College 10-2 Friday afternoon at Wessman Arena. Cassie McClure, Hannah Magnusson, Kaylee Wood and C.C. Hayes also scored for the Yellowjackets, who improved to 3-1-1 on the season. They’ll be back at home Saturday to take on UW-Stevens Point….
Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: UWS Women’s Basketball

For this week's segment, we catch up with the UWS women's basketball team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with the Wisconsin-Superior women’s basketball team, including head coach Zach Otto-Fisher and senior forward Eva Reinertsen. The Yellowjackets talked about not being picked to finish first in the UMAC preseason coaches poll, as well as how the younger players are handling the pressure of playing at a traditionally successful basketball…
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

D3 Men’s Hockey: Saints Win Big, Yellowjackets Fall in Overtime

Carson Rose netted a hat trick in the third period alone and finished with four goals at St. Scholastica got the home win over Trine.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Carson Rose finished with four goals, including a hat trick in the third period alone, as the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team picked up the 5-3 home win over Trine. Michael Talbot scored the other goal for the Saints, scoring the first goal of the game. Zane Steeves finished with 23 saves. St. Scholastica (2-4-1) and Trine…
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Boys Hockey: Hunters, Rails Pick Up First Wins; Hilltoppers Fall in Opener

Duluth Denfeld and Proctor each had a good start to their respective seasons.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Cooper McClure finished with a hat trick as the Duluth Denfeld boys hockey team won their season opener at home over Minnehaha 7-1 Friday night at the Duluth Heritage Center. In other boys hockey action, Cody Urie would finish with 31 saves as Proctor blanked Wadena-Deer Creek 3-0. And Duluth Marshall fell at home to Benilde-St. Margaret’s…
High School, Sports

Extra Motivated Hawks Ready for Start of New Season

Hermantown says they are ready to move on from their loss in last season's section finals.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Minnesota high school boys hockey season is underway. One team that has to wait a little bit longer to hit the ice is Hermantown. Last season, the Hawks fell in the section final game to Greenway and the team is ready to move on from that loss and are hungry to get back to their winning…