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Duluth Native Derek Forbort Re-Signs with Vancouver Canucks

Forbort appeared in 54 games last season for the team, posting 11 points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth native is staying put with his NHL team. Defenseman Derek Forbort has re-signed with the Vancouver Canucks on a one-year, two million dollar contract. He appeared in 54 games last season for the team, posting 11 points. Forbort has also played for Los Angeles, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Boston during his career. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

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Duluth Marshall Claims Spot in Section 7AA Championship Game with Win Over Esko

The top-seeded Hilltoppers scored 4 unanswered runs to defeat Esko 4 to 1. 
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The anticipated rematch between the Esko baseball team and Duluth Marshall took place on Tuesday in the Section 7AA semifinal round. The top-seeded Hilltoppers scored 4 unanswered runs to defeat Esko 4 to 1. Duluth Marshall advances to their second consecutive Section 7AA title game. The Section 7AA championship game is on Thursday, June 5th at NBC Spartans…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Noah Cates Signs Four-Year Contract Extension with Flyers

Cates played for UMD from 2018-2022, where he won a NCAA title his freshman year.
Neil Vierzba,

PHILADELPHIA, Penn.- A former Bulldog is re-upping with his NHL current team. On Tuesday, the Philadelphia Flyers and forward Noah Cates agreed to a four-year contract extension worth four million dollars annually. In his fourth season in Philly, Cates tallied 37 points, 16 of which were goals and 21 were assists. It was almost a career year for him as…
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Vikings’ Purple People Eater Jim Marshall, The ‘All-Time Iron Man,’ Dies at 87

The two-time Pro Bowl pick set a league record for position players with 282 consecutive games played.
The Associated Press,

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jim Marshall, one of the four members of the famed Purple People Eaters front that formed the backbone of four Super Bowl teams, died Tuesday after a long hospitalization for an undisclosed illness. He was 87. The Vikings announced Marshall’s death Tuesday on behalf of his wife, Susan. The native of…

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30th Kolar Toyota Fishing Tournament Raises Record $315,000 for ALS

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 30th annual Kolar Toyota Fishing Tournament on Island Lake raises $315,650 to help people living with ALS. The Kolar Toyota Fishing Tournament on Island Lake has brought anglers out for 30 years to ‘cast for a cure’ for ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) also known as ‘Lou Gehrig’s disease.’ This year, the tournament reeled in a record…

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High School, Sports

Moose Lake/Willow River Softball Hoping 4th Time is the Charm at State

The Rebels will meet Badger/Greenbush-Middle River in a 2023 Class A semifinal rematch.
Neil Vierzba,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn.- Playing at Caswell Park in Mankato is nothing new for the Moose Lake/ Willow River softball team. That’s because the Rebels are state bound for the 4th straight year. Moose Lake/Willow River will get a chance at redemption in the first round. In a rematch of the 2023 Class A semifinals, the Rebels are set to battle…

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College, Sports

Former Esko Baseball Standout Noah Furcht Enters Transfer Portal

Furcht spent the last two seasons at Charlotte.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- A former Esko baseball standout is looking for a new home. Current Charlotte outfielder Noah Furcht has entered the transfer portal after playing the last two seasons with the 49ers. During that reign, he clubbed 12 home runs and had 62 runs batted in. Furcht also played one season at Kirkwood Community College. He last suited up for…

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High School, Sports

Esko Softball Draws Defending Champions in First State Tourney Since 2019

First pitch between Esko and Randolph is set for 3 PM on Tuesday at Caswell Park in Mankato.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The six-year wait is nearly over for the Esko softball team. On Tuesday, Esko will begin state tournament play, marking their first appearance in the tourney since the 2019 season. The team had no problem being the underdog during the Section 7 AA tournament as they knocked off top seeded Greenway/Nashwauk- Keewatin and earned revenge against a Rush…

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Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies’ Rally Falls Short in Series Finale Against Loggers

Duluth will hit the road on Tuesday to begin a new series with the Thunder Bay Border Cats.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies closed out their two-game series with the La Crosse Loggers on Monday afternoon. After trailing 10-2 heading into the bottom of the 6th, Duluth put up a five spot to draw closer. The Huskies added one more in the 8th but that’s as close as they would get as the Loggers completed the sweep, 12…

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Grand Rapids Goaltender Carter Casey Nearing College Decision

Casey is reportedly choosing between Denver, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Grand Rapids goaltender Carter Casey is coming close to making a college decision. On Saturday, he revealed his top four to Ryan Sikes of Puck Preps. They are Denver, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota. The current Waterloo Black Hawk is scheduled to visit those schools in the coming weeks. Casey is coming off an impressive run for…

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Duluth FC Tops Iowa Demon Hawks to Pick up Third Win of the Season

Duluth FC is back in action on Tuesday, June 3rd, against the 1826 Academy.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth FC BlueGreens hosted the Iowa Demon Hawks on Saturday night. The BlueGreens protect their home field, defeating the Demon Hawks 3 to 1. Duluth FC is back in action on Tuesday, June 3rd, against the 1826 Academy. Game time is at 7 p.m. Categories: Sports

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Northwoods League, Sports

La Crosse Loggers Blank Duluth Huskies in Series Opener

The Loggers defeat the Huskies 6-0.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies opened their home series with the La Crosse Loggers on Sunday night. The Loggers earned the 6 to 0 shutout win over the Huskies to take game one of the series. The Huskies and the Loggers face-off in game two on Monday, June 2nd. First pitch is at 11:35 a.m. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports

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High School, Sports

Five-Run 6th Inning Lifts Grand Rapids Baseball Over Rock Ridge in Section 7AAA Semifinal Round

Grand Rapids opponent for the Section 7AAA title game is still to be determined. 
Isaiah Wiita,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- On Saturday, the Rock Ridge baseball traveled to Grand Rapids to take on the top-seeded Thunderhawks in the Section 7AAA semifinal round. A five-run sixth inning for the Thunderhawks secured the 8 to 2 victory over the Wolverines. With the win over Rock Ridge, Grand Rapids advances to their fifth straight Section 7AAA title game. The Section 7AAA…

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Christian Yelich Homers Twice, Drives in 4 Runs as Brewers Beat NL-Leading Phillies 6-2

Christian Yelich hit two homers and drove in four runs.
The Associated Press,

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Christian Yelich hit two homers and drove in four runs, and Milwaukee limited National League-leading Philadelphia to four hits as the Brewers beat the Phillies 6-2 on Friday night for their fifth straight win. Yelich hit a three-run homer on the first pitch from Philadelphia reliever Tanner Banks in the fifth inning to break open a close…

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Duluth Huskies One Day Away from 2025 Home Opener

First pitch for the Huskies home opener on Saturday is at 5:35 p.m.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies opened up their season on the road against the Waterloo Bucks earlier this week. So far, it’s been not the start they were hoping for as they went 1-3 in that series. Maybe a little home cooking can change that. As the Huskies will host the Eau Claire Express in their home opener on Saturday….

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College, Sports

Minnesota Safety Koi Perich Named to Lott Trophy Watch List

Perich and the Gophers open the year on August 28th against Buffalo.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- His sophomore season may have not started just yet. But, Esko native and Minnesota safety Koi Perich has already landed on a watch list for an impressive award. Perich was one of the 42 players named to the Lott Trophy Watch List. The Lott Trophy is awarded annually to the nation’s top defensive player. In his debut season,…

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Twins Reinstate Byron Buxton from Concussion Injured List After 11-Game Absence

Buxton missed 11 games.
The Associated Press,

SEATTLE (AP) — The Minnesota Twins reinstated center fielder Byron Buxton from the seven-day concussion injured list on Friday before beginning a three-game series in Seattle, two weeks after he collided with shortstop Carlos Correa in pursuit of a shallow fly ball. Buxton missed 11 games after the collision, which also sent Correa into the concussion protocol. Correa only needed the minimum…

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Vikings Sign GM Adofo-Mensah to Extension, Keeping his Contract in Sync with O’Connell’s

Both Adofo-Mensah and O’Connell were hired in 2022 on four-year deals.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings signed general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a multi-year contract extension on Friday, keeping his status in sync with head coach Kevin O’Connell’s for the long term. O’Connell’s extension was done in January, following a 14-win season. Both Adofo-Mensah and O’Connell were hired in 2022 on four-year deals. The length of their new contracts was not released by the Vikings,…

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Esko Softball Earns Revenge Against Rush City in Section 7AA Championship

Esko snaps a six-year state tournament drought after they last appeared in the tourney back in 2019.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- A lot of people probably counted out the Esko softball team after they fell 10-0 to Rush City in the 7AA quarterfinals on May 22nd. But on Thursday, Esko silenced the doubters by proceeding to shut out the Tigers twice, 2-0 and 3-0 to claim the 7AA title. “We needed to get ahead early in these two games…

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Moose Lake/Willow River Softball Claims Fourth Straight Section 7A Title

The Rebels will learn who their first-round opponent is this weekend.
Isaiah Wiita,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River softball team took on the Cherry Tigers in the section 7A title game for the second consecutive year. The Rebels dominated at the plate defeating the Tigers 11 to 1 to earn their fourth straight section 7A title and punch their ticket to the 2025 state tournament. “I am not disappointed about anything,…

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Grand Rapids Baseball Tops Hermantown in Section 7AAA Quarterfinal Round

The Thunderhawks defended their home field defeating the Hawks 2 to 1. 
Isaiah Wiita,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- The Grand Rapids baseball team welcomed in the Hermantown Hawks in the section 7AAA quarterfinal round on Thursday night. A low-scoring affair between Grand Rapids and Hermantown, but in the end, the Thunderhawks defended their home field defeating the Hawks 2 to 1. Grand Rapids secures a spot in the section 7AAA semifinal round, where they will…

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High School, Sports

Esko Baseball Rallies Past Proctor to Advance to 7AA Semifinals

Esko will next face Duluth Marshall in the semifinals on June 3rd.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko baseball team is one step closer to defending their Section 7AA title. On Thursday, Esko rallied against Proctor to earn the 4 to 3 victory in the quarterfinals. They’ll next meet up with Duluth Marshall in the semifinals, who defeated Aitkin 4-2 in the other quarterfinal. The game takes place on June 3rd. Time and place…

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High School, Sports

Rock Ridge Softball Falls Short in Section 7AAA Title Game

Rock Ridge finishes the season with a 18-6 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

NORTH BRANCH, Minn.- The Rock Ridge softball team needed two wins on Thursday to advance to their first-ever state tournament. Unfortunately, the Wolverines ran into a tough Chisago Lakes squad, that handed Rock Ridge a 2-1 loss in the Section 7AAA title game. Rock Ridge finishes the season with a 18-6 overall record. Categories: High School, Sports

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Drew Blair Rejoins UMD Men’s Basketball Team as Assistant Coach

Blair was a five-time NSIC all-conference honoree and finished with a total of 2,772 total points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The all-time scoring leader in program history is returning to the UMD men’s basketball team. No, Drew Blair is not playing but he will be on the coaching staff. Blair is the team’s new assistant coach after he spent last year with the Milwaukee Bucks as a player development/video coordinator assistant. Blair was a five-time NSIC all-conference honoree…

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 34 as Thunder Top Timberwolves 124-94 to Clinch Spot in NBA Finals

Julius Randle scored 24 points and Anthony Edwards added 19 for the Timberwolves, who shot just 41.2% from the field and committed 21 turnovers.
The Associated Press,

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-94 on Wednesday night to win the Western Conference finals series 4-1 and advance to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012. Chet Holmgren had 22 points, seven rebounds and three blocks and Jalen Williams added 19 points and eight…

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Kemp & Rock Ridge Baseball Blank Duluth Denfeld in Section 7AAA Opener

The Wolverines were led by pitcher Will Kemp, who tossed seven shutout innings.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Wednesday marked the beginning of the Section 7AAA baseball tournament. In the three versus six matchup, 6th seeded Rock Ridge was able to get the best of 3rd seeded Duluth Denfeld, 1-0. The Wolverines were led by pitcher Will Kemp, who tossed seven shutout innings. Rock Ridge will next face Hibbing in the quarterfinals on Thursday. First pitch…

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College, Sports

Allison DeGroot Resigns as UW-Superior Head Women’s Soccer Coach

DeGroot spent the last eight years leading the Yellowjackets.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s soccer team is undergoing a coaching change. On Wednesday, Allison DeGroot resigned from her position to join the coaching staff at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. DeGroot spent the last eight years leading the Yellowjackets. During that reign, she posted a 90-59-13 record, which included four conference titles and four NCAA tournament berths. She also…

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From Field to Market: ‘Brule River Farms’ Gears Up for Farmers Market Season

Emily Halling, Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

BRULE, Wis.– What started off as a personal hobby garden for Brule River Farms, has grown into an impressive 4-acre plot for growing just about anything you can think of. “We have asparagus, that’s kind of been a staple right now and soon to come. Oh, we’ve also had lettuces and then spinach, more lettuce, Bok choys, a lot of…

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Duluth Marshall Baseball Begins Section 7AA Play with Two Straight Wins

The Hilltoppers started off the day by blanking Hinckley-Finlayson 14-0 in the opening round.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall baseball team began section tournament play on the right foot on Tuesday. The Hilltoppers started off the day by blanking Hinckley-Finlayson 14-0 in the opening round. Marshall then shifted their attention to Pequot Lakes in the quarterfinals, where once again the Hilltoppers came out on top, 12 to 4. Duluth Marshall will next face Aitkin…

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Rock Ridge Softball Falls in Section 7AAA Semifinals, Earns Rematch with Chisago Lakes

Rock Ridge and Chisago Lakes will once again clash in the title game on Thursday
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Rock Ridge softball team’s title hopes took a bit of a hit on Tuesday, as the team fell to Chisago Lakes 3-0 in the 7AAA semifinals. The Wolverines then went on to face Hermantown in a elimination game, where they kept their season alive with a 5 to 4 victory. Rock Ridge and Chisago Lakes will once…

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Wolfpack Boys & Girls Lacrosse Advance to Section 7A Quarterfinals

Both teams will next be in action on Thursday night.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the Duluth Wolfpack boys and girls lacrosse teams extended their seasons on Tuesday night. The Wolfpack girls began the night with a first round victory over Hermantown/Proctor, 10 to 5. They’ll next meet Blaine in the quarterfinals on Thursday at 5 PM. Following that contest, the Wolfpack boys battled Duluth Marshall in another 7A first round contest….

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Section Softball: Cherry & MLWR to Meet in 7A Title Game, Esko Earns Spot in 7AA Championship

Cherry, Moose Lake/Willow River, & Esko join Rock Ridge as local teams vying for a state spot.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- The section championships for softball are now set in both Section 7A & Section 7AA. Moose Lake/Willow River started off Tuesday with a 12-0 shutout victory over Cherry in the 7A semifinals to earn a spot in the title game. Cherry then battled back in the elimination bracket, defeating Silver Bay 3 to 2 to set up…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football to Open Season at TCO Stadium Against Winona State

The contest will be the first-ever NCAA game at the Vikings training facility.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football released their schedule for the upcoming season on Tuesday afternoon. It all starts on August 28th, when the Bulldogs will take on Winona State at TCO stadium in Eagan. The contest will be the first-ever NCAA game at the Vikings training facility. A little over two weeks later will be UMD’s home opener as they’ll face…

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Thunder Bounce Back to Beat T-Wolves 128-126 to Take 3-1 Lead Behind SGA’s 40-Point Game

The young Thunder moved within one win of the NBA Finals with a championship response.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Being blown out the game before didn’t sit well with Oklahoma City. The young Thunder moved within one win of the NBA Finals with a championship response. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 40 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists in a steely performance befitting the NBA MVP and the Oklahoma City Thunder snapped back from a 42-point loss by beating the Minnesota Timberwolves…

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Liz Schepers’ OT Goal Gives Frost their Second Straight PWHL Walter Cup with 2-1 Win Over Charge

The Walter Cup is staying in Minnesota.
The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Walter Cup is staying in Minnesota and the defending champion Frost once again have Liz Schepers to credit for scoring the championship-clinching goal for a second straight year. Schepers converted a scramble in front to score 12 minutes into overtime and seal a 2-1 victory over the Ottawa Charge to clinch the title in Game 4…

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Former UMD Goalie Kim Martin-Hasson Named to IIHF Hall of Fame

Martin-Hasson Skated for the Bulldogs from 2006-2011 and was a part of the 2008 team that won a national championship. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend, former UMD goaltender Kim Martin-Hasson was inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame, Class of 2025. Martin-Hasson skated for the Bulldogs from 2006-2011 and was a part of the 2008 team that won a national championship. In the NCAA championship game, Martin-Hasson posted a shut-out game against the Wisconsin Badgers. The former Bulldog also led…

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More Progress on Jenkins Creek Fire; Superior National Forest Ordered to Close

Drew Kerner,

BRIMSON, Minn. — Over the weekend, firefighters battling the Jenkins Creek Fire were able to grow containment lines. The fire is now 78% contained. Brimson Complex Fire Lines as of May 26, 2025 The Eastern Area Incident Management Team saying fire activity is minimal on the Jenkins Creek Fire. Fire crews are continuing to patrol and monitor the area while…

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Duluth Huskies Ready to Get 2025 Season Underway on Memorial Day

First pitch for the Huskies road series against the Waterloo Bucks is on Monday, May 26th, at 2:35 p.m.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies are ready to open up the 2025 season on Memorial Day as the Huskies hit the road to take on the Waterloo Bucks. The Huskies finished the 2024 season with a 38-31 record The Duluth Huskies punched their ticket to the Northwoods League playoffs with a 38-31 recorded, where they fell in the first round…

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Duluth Harbors Monsters Light up the Scoreboard in Preseason Game Against Bandits

The Harbor Monsters dominated in their preseason game against the Bandits, scoring 64 points.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Harbor Monsters opened up their second season in the Arena League with a preseason game against the Knoxville Bandits on Saturday. The Harbor Monsters dominated in their preseason game, defeating the Bandits 64 to 8. The regular season kicks off for the Harbor Monsters on Friday, May 30th, against the Iowa Woo. Game time is…

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Duluth Marshall Guard Chloe Johnson Named Finalist for Team USA 16U Roster

Johnson is one of the 22 finalists selected by the USA Basketball Women's Developmental National Team Committee.
Isaiah Wiita,

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.- Over the weekend, Duluth Marshall guard Chloe Johnson was named a finalist for the Team USA U16 roster. Johnson is one of the 22 finalists selected by the USA Basketball Women’s Developmental National Team Committee. Unfortunately, the Hilltopper guard did not make the 12-player roster that will compete in the 2025 FIBA U16 Women’s AmeriCup. Categories: High…

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Anthony Edwards and the Wolves Strike Back with 143-101 Win to Cut Thunder’s West finals Lead to 2-1

Game 4 is in Minneapolis on Monday night.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards was determined to keep Minnesota’s spirits up, from the flight home after a frustrating trip to Oklahoma City into a crucial game in these Western Conference finals. Positive energy is never hard for him to find. Edwards had 30 points, nine rebounds and six assists in just three quarters for the Timberwolves in a 143-101…

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Knoll Scores in 3rd OT, Rooney Stops 35 and the Frost Beat the Charge for a 2-1 Series Lead

It was the first triple-overtime game in PWHL Finals history.
The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Katy Knoll scored a goal in the third overtime and Maddie Rooney finished with 35 saves to help the Minnesota Frost beat the Ottawa Charge 2-1 on Saturday night and take a 2-1 lead in the third straight overtime game of the PWHL championship series. The defending Walter Cup champions can clinch the best-of-five series…

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Proctor Baseball Closes Out Regular Season With Shutout Win

The Rails end the regular season with a 12-7 record. 
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor baseball team closed the regular season at home, as the Rails hosted Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin on Friday. The Rails defend their home field, defeating the Titans 3 to 0. The Rails end the regular season with a 12-7 record. Proctor awaits their postseason seeding, as the section 7AA tournament begins on Tuesday, May 27th. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy,…

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Former Proctor Rails Goalie AJ Reyelts Set to Skate With The Penticton Vees

Reyelts last season between the pipes for the Rails was in the 2023-24 season.
Isaiah Wiita,

PENTICTON, Canada. – Former Proctor Rails Goalie AJ Reyelts is set to skate with the Penticton Vees. Reyelts last season between the pipes for the Rails was in the 2023-24 season. In his last season with the Rails, Reyelts recorded a save percentage of .942 percent and tallied three shutouts for the team. The Vees season came to a close…

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Prep Girls Lacrosse: The Wolfpack Tops Duluth Marshall in Regular Season Finale

The Wolfpack end the regular season with a 7 to 5 win over the Hilltoppers.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth girls lacrosse team welcomed in Duluth Marshall in their regular season finale on Friday night. The Wolfpack end the regular season with a 7 to 5 win over the Hilltoppers. Duluth’s next game is on Tuesday, May 27th, against the Hermantown/Proctor Stealth in the first round of the section 7A playoffs. Game time is at 5…

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UWS Named Hilda Nuutinen as First Head Coach of Women’s Lacrosse Team

The Yellowjackets debut season for the women's lacrosse team is in the 2026-27 academic year.
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS women’s lacrosse team has found the program’s first head coach. The team announced on Thursday that Hilda Nuutinen will lead the Yellowjackets in their first season. Before UWS, Nuutinen was the co-head coach for Hudson high school. The Yellowjackets debut season for the women’s lacrosse team is in the 2026-27 academic year. The Yellowjackets will play in…

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Edwards Scores 32, but Thunder Beat Timberwolves 118-103, go up 2-0 in Western Conference Finals

The Timberwolves shot 41.4% from the field and made just 11 of 39 3-pointers.
The Associated Press,

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Anthony Edwards vowed to be more aggressive. The Minnesota Timberwolves’ All-Star guard was held to 18 points on 13 shots in a blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. He took twice as many shots in Game 2, but the result was similar. Despite his 32 points, the Thunder beat the…

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Curl-Salemme Scores Twice in Frost’s 2-1 OT Win Over Charge in Game 2 of PWHL Championship Series

Rooney stopped 37 shots. Philips made 22 saves.
The Associated Press,

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Britta Curl-Salemme tied it with 16 seconds left and scored at 16:24 of overtime to give the defending champion Minnesota Frost a 2-1 victory over the Ottawa Charge on Thursday night, evening the PWHL championship series at a game apiece. Ottawa opened the best-of-five series with a 2-1 overtime victory Tuesday night. Game 3 is Saturday…

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High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Rock Ridge & Chisago Lakes Set to Faceoff in Section 7AAA Semifinal Round

The section 7AAA softball quarterfinal round took place at Braun Park on Thursday. 
Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The section 7AAA softball quarterfinal round took place at Braun Park on Thursday. The second seed Cloquet Lumberjacks squared off against the third seed Rock Ridge Wolverines. The Wolverines dominated at the plate, defeating the Lumberjacks 6 to 3 to secure a spot in the semifinal round. On the other side of the bracket, the Hermantown Hawks and…