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CSS Football Head Coach Mike Heffernan Steps Down After Seven Seasons

Heffernan accepted the head coaching job at Elmhurst University.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica football program is in search of a new head coach as Mike Heffernan stepped down from his position on Saturday. Heffernan accepted the head coaching job at Elmhurst University, where he graduated in 2007. During Heffernan’s time at Elmhurst University, he was a two-year starter on the defensive line. In Heffernan’s seven seasons with the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Settles for 3-3 Tie Against #10 Arizona State

UMD is back in action on Friday, February 21st, against the University of North Dakota. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team wrapped up their series with Arizona State on Saturday. The Bulldogs and the Sun Devils end their series with a 3 to 3 tie. In the contest, Ty Hanson, Adam Kleber, and Max Plante recorded a goal for the Bulldogs. UMD is back in action on Friday, February 21st, against the University of…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Drops Final Regular Season Home Game to Northern State

UMD is back in action on Friday, February 21st, against Minnesota Crookston. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team held their final regular season home game against Northern State on Saturday. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs dropped their final regular season home game to the Wolves as they fell 77-59. The leading scorer for UMD was Lexi Karge with 19 points. UMD is back in action on Friday, February 21st, against Minnesota Crookston. Tip-off…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Big First Period for #6 UMD Women’s Hockey Leads to Series Sweep Over Minnesota State-Mankato

The leading scorer for UMD was Olivia Mobley who scored two goals in the first period. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team wrapped up their final home series of the season as they hosted Minnesota State-Mankato on Saturday. The Bulldogs earned the series sweep as they took down the Mavericks 4 to 1, improving to 19-11-2. The leading scorer for UMD was Olivia Mobley who scored two goals in the first period. UMD will close…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Top Northern State on Senior Night

UMD is back in action on Friday, February 21st, against Minnesota Crookston. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball hosted Northern State University in their last home game of the regular season on Saturday. The Bulldogs defeated the Wolves 83-52 on senior night to pick up their 18th win of the season. Leading the way for the Bulldogs was senior forward Charlie Katona with 29 points. UMD is back in action on Friday,…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Pionk’s OT Goal Gives UMD Upset Win Over #10 Arizona State

With 2:23 to go, defenseman Aaron Pionk called game as he netted the game-winning goal to give the Bulldogs the 3 to 2 victory.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It took overtime to decide a winner between the UMD men’s hockey team and Arizona State on Friday. With 2:23 to go, defenseman Aaron Pionk called game as he netted the game-winning goal to give the Bulldogs the 3 to 2 victory. Dominic James and Callum Arnott were the other goal-scorers for UMD. UMD and Arizona State will…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

#10 UW-Stevens Point Snaps #11 UW-Superior’s Five-Game Winning Streak

The Yellowjackets five game winning streak is snapped as they fell 3-1 to the Pointers. 
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis. The UW-Superior men’s hockey team hosted UW-Stevens Point in a huge WIAC conference match up on Friday. Sadly, The Yellowjackets five-game winning streak is snapped as they fell 3-1 to the Pointers. UW-Superior is back in action on Saturday, February 15th, for game two of their series with UW-Stevens Point. Puck drop is at 7:05 p.m. Categories: College,…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Falls to Minnesota State-Moorhead in Close NSIC Contest

The leading scorer for the Bulldogs was Joshua Brown with 21 points. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team hosted Minnesota State-Moorhead on Friday night. The Bulldogs and the Dragons went back and forth all game, but in the end, Minnesota State-Moorhead defeats UMD 68 to 67. The leading scorer for the Bulldogs was Joshua Brown with 21 points. UMD is back in action on Saturday, February 15th against Northern State University….

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Top Play of the Week: 2/14

At number one, UMD's Austin Andrews comes up with the block on one end and that leads to Charlie Katona slamming it down on the other.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from on the hardwood. At number one, UMD’s Austin Andrews comes up with the block on one end and that leads to Charlie Katona slamming it down on the other. UMD takes down the defending national champions, Minnesota State Mankato on Tuesday, 75 to 74. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#6 UMD Women’s Hockey Continues Winning Ways with 8-2 Victory Over Minnesota State-Mankato

UMD is back in action on Saturday, for game two of their series against Minnesota State-Mankato. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team began a two-game series with Minnesota State-Mankato on Friday. The Bulldogs defended home ice as they took game one over the Mavericks 8-2. Leading the way for the Bulldogs was Clara Van Wieren, who recorded a hat trick in the contest. UMD also clinches home ice in the first round of the WCHA…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Softball Picked to Finish 1st in UMAC Coaches Poll

UWS obtained five first-place votes and 46 points total in the poll.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UMAC coaches poll was released earlier this week. Coming in at number one is the UW-Superior Yellowjackets, who claimed the conference tournament title a year ago. UWS obtained five first-place votes and 46 points total in the poll. Which was two ahead of Northwestern in 2nd place. The Yellowjackets return a trio of veteran talent that includes…

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High School, Sports

Duluth East Names Asia Swanson as New Girls Swimming & Diving Head Coach

Swanson helped lead a Greyhound squad to their first True Team title in 14 years last season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls swimming and diving team have a new head coach. But, she’s very familiar with the program. Co-head coach Asia Swanson can now just be called head coach. She helped lead a Greyhound squad to their first True Team title in 14 years. They also took second at the section meet. As a result of…

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High School, Sports

Grand Rapids/Greenway Girls Hockey Falls in Section Title Game to Andover for 3rd Straight Year

Grand Rapids/Greenway finished the 2024-25 season 21-6-1.   
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Grand Rapids-Greenway girls hockey team took on Andover for the third consecutive year in the section 7AA title game on Thursday. Unfortunately, the top seeded Huskies defeated the Lightning 7-3, to claim the section 7AA title, punching their ticket to the state tournament. Grand Rapids/Greenway finished the 2024-25 season 21-6-1. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Last Second Goal By Webster Lifts Hayward Girls Hockey Past Superior

Olivia Webster scored the game-winning goal for the Hurricanes.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- It was a matchup of two of the best area teams in Wisconsin on Thursday night as Superior hosted Hayward in girls hockey. In the end, the Hurricanes reigned supreme as they extended their winning streak to 11 games with the 3 to 2 victory. Olivia Webster scored the game-winning goal with two seconds left for the Hurricanes….

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High School, Sports

Proctor Girls Basketball Plays Unbeaten Crosby-Ironton Close But Ultimately Falls Short

Proctor goes to 19-3 on the season and will next play at Mesabi East on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team looked to be the first team to top Crosby-Ironton this season on Thursday night. Ultimately, the Rails fell short as the Rangers improved to 24-0 with the 50 to 41 victory. Proctor goes to 19-3 on the season and will next play at Mesabi East on Friday.   Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Lightning Forward Mercury Bischoff Named Semifinalist for Ms. Hockey Award

The senior is having a career-year so far with 56 goals and 28 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- It’s already been a big day for Grand Rapids/Greenway forward Mercury Bischoff. Not only will her team be competing for a trip to state on Thursday evening, but she found herself named a semifinalist for a big award. Bischoff is one of 11 players up for the Ms. Hockey Award. The senior is having a career-year so…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Jets Announce They’ve Told Aaron Rodgers They’re Moving Forward Without Him

The four-time MVP, who’s the fifth player in NFL history to throw 500 touchdown passes in the regular season, has one year left on his contract, worth a non-guaranteed $37.5 million.
The Associated Press,

Aaron Rodgers’ disappointing two-year stint with the New York Jets is over. And the team’s only Super Bowl trophy is still standing by itself. The Jets announced Thursday they told the 41-year-old quarterback they are moving on without him next season. While Rodgers hasn’t said whether he intends to continue playing for a 21st NFL season, the Jets — with…

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High School, Sports

Mirage Defend Section 7A Crown for 5th Straight Year in Win Against Rock Ridge

Proctor/Hermantown was led by Jane Eckstrom, who had two goals in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage girls hockey team is once again champions in Section 7A. On Wednesday, the Mirage defeated the Rock Ridge Wolverines 6 to 1 in the section title game. Proctor/Hermantown was led by Jane Eckstrom, who had two goals in the victory. This is the 5th straight year that the Mirage have won the section title and…

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High School, Sports

Northern Star: River Freeman

After Freeman's high school career is over, he won't hang up the skates yet.
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown senior captain River Freeman has been lighting up the ice in his final season. Freeman currently leads the team in goals and puts it all on the line for his squad. “Every single time he is on the ice he lays it out there, his emotions on his sleeve. He’s just a happy go lucky kid that…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Without Antetokounmpo and Lillard, the Bucks Beat the Timberwolves 103-101

Anthony Edwards’ jumper in the final seconds was off for Minnesota and Kuzma — playing his fourth game for Milwaukee after being acquired from Washington — came down with the rebound.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kyle Kuzma had 19 points and 13 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks won without All-Stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 103-101 on Wednesday night. Anthony Edwards’ jumper in the final seconds was off for Minnesota and Kuzma — playing his fourth game for Milwaukee after being acquired from Washington — came down with…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#6 UMD Women’s Hockey Eyes Clinching Home Ice in Series Against MSU-Mankato

UMD hasn't dropped a game to Mankato since the 2021-2022 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 6th ranked UMD women’s hockey team returned to the win column over the weekend, sweeping Bemidji State and snapping a six-game losing streak in the process. Next up on the Bulldogs radar are the Mavericks of Minnesota State-Mankato. UMD previously won one game and tied the other against Mankato in a series back in November. The Bulldogs…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey to Battle #10 Arizona State for 2nd Time in 2024-2025 Season

All-time the Bulldogs and Sun Devils are deadlocked with each team earning two victories.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This upcoming Friday, the UMD men’s hockey team will welcome in 10th ranked Arizona State, who swept UMD in a series back in December. It was a weekend to forget for the Bulldogs as they dropped both games to Nebraska-Omaha. Coming out of that series, head coach Scott Sandelin says it’s important that there’s more consistency on both…

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High School, Sports

Grand Rapids & Hermantown Boys Hockey Settle for 1-1 Tie in Regular Season Finale

Both teams enter section tournament play next week.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Both the Hermantown and Grand Rapids boys hockey teams closed out their regular seasons against one another. Each team was trying to bounce back from a loss against Benilde-St. Margaret’s. However, the two squads had to settle for the 1-1 tie. Luka Rohloff scored the lone Thunderhawks goal in the first period. And River Freeman had the only…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Thompson’s Dunk at the Buzzer Lifts UMD Men’s Hoops Past MSU-Mankato

UMD was led by Charlie Katona, who had 20 points in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team picked up their 17th win of the season in style on Tuesday against Minnesota State-Mankato. Trailing 74 to 73 with a few seconds left, Mattie Thompson skied up for the dunk to give UMD the 75 to 74 lead with just 0.2 seconds on the clock. The Mavericks were then forced to throw…

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High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Hockey to Close Out Regular Season Against Grand Rapids

Hermantown and Grand Rapids face-off on Tuesday night.
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. -The Hermantown Hawks is looking to get back on track before the postseason as they welcome in a tough 7AA opponent in Grand Rapids. Hermantown is trying to break a three-game skid with their last loss coming against Benilde-St. Margaret’s in a heartbreaking ending as the Red Knights scored two quick goals late in the third period. No…

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High School, Sports

Esko Baseball’s Jamis Halverson Commits to Alexandria CC

Just this past season, Halverson batted .284 with four doubles, two home runs, and 25 runs batted in.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Another Esko baseball standout will be heading to the next level. First baseman and 3rd baseman Jamis Halverson recently announced his commitment to Alexandria Technical and Community College. Just this past season, he batted .284 with four doubles, two home runs, and 25 runs batted in. Halverson also played a key role in helping Esko to their 2nd…

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‘Cold Water Dolphins’ Group Braves Freezing Waters

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– What started off as a curiosity for the cold, has now grown to a group of 1,500 dedicated plungers taking on the icy Lake Superior in Duluth. The ‘Cold Water Dolphins’ started five years ago, after the group’s leader Loralee Pasley read up on benefits from plunging into cold water. She said it helps boost immunity, mental health,…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Twins Agree to Deal with Free Agent Ty France, Bringing in 2022 All-Star as Another Option at 1B

France has spent the majority of his career with the Seattle Mariners, who traded him last summer to the Cincinnati Reds after he'd been placed on waivers.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins and free agent first baseman Ty France agreed to a one-year contract on Tuesday, according to a person with knowledge of the deal, adding the 2022 All-Star to the mix at their most unsettled position. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the contract had not been finalized. France…

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Gunflint Mail Run Recap

KQDS Staff,

  COOK COUNTY, Minn. — After a year hiatus, the Gunflint mail run continued after being postponed earlier this year. The race was made up of 11 different mushers who competed for the best time across two, 32.5 mile legs. In the past, the mail run held two races, a 12-dog and a 8-dog race. This year, the event switched…

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High School, Sports

Crosby-Ironton Girls Basketball Handles Esko to Remain Undefeated

Esko is back in action on Thursday, February 13th, against Hermantown. 
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team hosted unbeaten Crosby-Ironton on Monday. In the end, the Rangers handled Esko as they won 98-31 to improve to 23-0. Esko is back in action on Thursday, February 13th, against Hermantown. Tip-off is at 7:15 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Freshman Forward Caitlin Kraemer Earns Fourth WCHA Rookie of the Week Honor

In the series against Bemidji State Kraemer scored a total of three goals.
Isaiah Wiita,

  DULUTH, Minn.- UMD women’s hockey freshman forward Caitlin Kraemer was named the WCHA rookie of the week on Monday. This is Kraemer’s fourth WCHA rookie of the week selection this season. In her series against Bemidji State, Kraemer scored a total of three goals. The freshman forward currently is tied as the goals leader for UMD with 14 and…

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Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

Former Husky Michael Hallquist Invited to Spring Training with Cleveland Guardians

Hallquist was named Northwoods League Player of the Year following the 2023 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Duluth Husky is getting a shot to land with a big league club. Infielder Michael Hallquist has been invited to spring training with the Cleveland Guardians. The Fargo native spent two summers in Duluth, playing for the Huskies in 2022 and 2023. In his 2nd season, he had a breakout campaign, clubbing 15 home runs and…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Men’s Hockey Remains Ranked at #11

UWS hasn't dropped a game since November 30th.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s hockey team stayed in the same spot they were last week in the USCHO Poll. That spot being at number 11. The Yellowjackets continued their unbeaten streak over the weekend by taking both games at UW-Stout. They haven’t dropped a game since November 30th. UWS will host UW-Stevens Point for a two-game series this upcoming…

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High School, Sports

Duluth East Names Cory Erickson as New Head Track and Field Coach

Erickson and Duluth East will begin their season next month on March 10th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth East has a new track and field head coach. On Monday, the school announced that assistant coach Cory Erickson has been promoted to the top spot. He’s a Greyhound alum who went on to compete at Drake University. During that time, he earned all-conference honors while specializing in the 800 meter and 400 meter dash. Erickson and…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Timberwolves Sale to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez Back on Track After Arbitration Ruling

The transaction is subject to approval by the league's board of governors, with at least 23 of 30 team owners needing to vote yes.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The ownership transfer of the Minnesota Timberwolves must continue as originally planned, after an arbitration panel ruled Monday that controlling owner Glen Taylor must cede control of the NBA club to partners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez in the disputed final phase of the $1.5 billion sale that was uniquely arranged three years ago to give Lore…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Eagles Answer Mahomes Magic with 6 Sacks, 3 Turnovers of KC QB in Super Bowl Blowout

Jalen Hurts quiets any doubters with a Super Bowl MVP.
The Associated Press,

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes had one of his worst games as a professional at the worst of times on Sunday night. The two-time NFL MVP was intercepted twice, including a pick-6, and was sacked six times by the Philadelphia defense as the Eagles rolled to a 40-22 victory. Mahomes and the Chiefs were trying…

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High School, Sports

Prep Girls Hockey: Mirage and Rock Ridge Set to Face-off in Section 7A Title Game

Rock Ridge and Proctor/Hermantown will face-off in the section 7A title game on Wednesday, February 12th.
Isaiah Wiita,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage faced off against Moose Lake Area on Saturday in the section 7A semifinal round. The top-seeded Mirage skated away with the win, defeating the Rebels 10-1 to advance to the championship game. On the other side of the section 7A bracket, North Shore faced Rock Ridge in the semifinal round. This one went back and…

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High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Hockey Suffers Heartbreaker at Home Against Benilde-St. Margaret’s

Hermantown will close out the regular season on Tuesday, February 11th, against Grand Rapids. 
Isaiah Wiita,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team hosted Benilde-St. Margaret’s on Friday, trying to break a two-game losing streak. The Hawks and the Red Knights went back and forth all game, but in the end, the Red Knights skate away with the 3-2 win. Hermantown will close out the regular season on Tuesday, February 11th, against Grand Rapids. Puck drop…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

St. Scholastica Women’s Hockey Drops Conference Contest to St. Olaf

Grace Chapman scored the lone goal for the Saints.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s hockey team was unable to get back in the win column on Friday, falling to St. Olaf 4 to 1. Grace Chapman scored the lone goal for the Saints. The two teams will meet again on Saturday. But this time, it will take place on the Oles’ home ice. Puck drop is at 6…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 2/7

At number one, Superior's Ryan Pettingill shows off his reflexes to make the juggling save against Hibbing/Chisholm.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week’s top play came from on the ice. At number one, Superior’s Ryan Pettingill shows off his reflexes to make the juggling save against Hibbing/Chisholm. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Solon Springs/Northwood Track and Field Senior Cade Lisson Commits to UMD

In last year's state meet, Lisson was the state runner up in the 400-meter dash with a time of 48.99. 
Isaiah Wiita,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- Solon Springs/Northwood track and field senior Cade Lisson will continue his career at the college level as he committed to UMD on Friday. Lisson has made three WIAA state meet appearances. In last year’s state meet, Lisson was the state runner up in the 400-meter dash with a time of 48.99. He also competes in the 100-meter…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Goaltender Eve Gascon Named a Semifinalist for WHCA 2025 Goalie of The Year

The winner of the WHCA National Women's Goalie of the Year will be announced in March during the NCAA Frozen Four. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD women’s goaltender Eve Gascon was named a semifinalist for the WHCA 2025 National Women’s Goalie of the Year award on Friday. Gascon is one of nine selected for this honor and she currently has a saves percentage of 92.4 percent. This season, Gascon has recorded five games with 40 plus saves and has two shutouts. The winner…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Hoops Continues Winning Ways with Conference Victory Over Cloquet

The Hunters have now won eight out of their last nine games.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team continued their recent hot streak by taking down Cloquet 61 to 55 on Thursday night. The Hunters have now won eight out of their last nine games. Denfeld improves to 12-7 and will next host Bemidji on Friday. As for Cloquet (15-4), they’ll be in action on Saturday against St. Francis.  …

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High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Boys Hockey Defends Home Ice With 5-2 Win Over Duluth Denfeld

Duluth Marshall is back in action on Tuesday, February 11th against Duluth East.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys hockey team hosted Duluth Denfeld on Thursday night. The Hilltoppers defended home ice defeating the Hunters 5-2. Duluth Marshall is back in action on Tuesday, February 11th against Duluth East. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For Duluth Denfeld, their next game is on Friday, February 7th, where they host Gentry Academy. Puck drop…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell Wins AP NFL Coach of the Year

Kevin O’Connell beat out Dan Campbell for Coach of the Year after leading the Minnesota Vikings to 14 wins with quarterback Sam Darnold.
The Associated Press,

Kevin O’Connell beat out Dan Campbell for Coach of the Year after leading the Minnesota Vikings to 14 wins with quarterback Sam Darnold. O’Connell got 25 first-place votes, 18 seconds and seven thirds, appearing on all 50 ballots. Campbell, who guided Detroit to a franchise-record 15 wins, got 19 first-place votes to finish second. Chiefs coach Andy Reid (4), Broncos coach Sean…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe Make the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe were voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted.
The Associated Press,

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe were voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted. Sharpe got in as a seniors candidate in voting announced Thursday night at the NFL Honors and will…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Shorthanded Bulldogs Look to Snap Six-Game Skid at Bemidji State

UMD has won their last 15 matchups against Bemidji State.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Not only will the UMD women’s hockey team be looking to snap a six-game losing streak this upcoming weekend against Bemidji State. But they’ll be doing so while also being shorthanded. Defenders Nina Jobst-Smith and Ida Karlsson are set to miss the series due to representing their countries at the Olympic qualifiers. Head Coach Laura Schuler says they’re…