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Prep Girls Hockey: Lumberjacks Get Home Win; Mirage, Northern Stars Fall Short

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls hockey team got the win at home over Princeton.

CLOQUET, Minn. – In girls high school hockey action, Cloquet-Esko-Carlton improved to 4-1 on the season as they topped Princeton Friday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Dana Jones and Kianna Bender each scored for the Lumberjacks. Out in Proctor, the Mirage got an early goal from Megan Madill, but they fall short in a high-scoring affair against Blake…

BRAPP! BRAPP! Snocross Rips Through Duluth This Weekend

Active Adventures: Brittney Merlot Chats With The Pro's As They Practice For Snocross Opening Weekend & Takes The Sled Out For A Spin!

AURORA, Minn. — In this weeks Active Adventures, Brittney Merlot takes us to a small Minnesota town to a practice track made for Snocross Pro’s! We caught up with Corin Todd to chat about this weekends Amsoil Championship Snocross Opener and he even let Brittney take the sled out for a spin. Check it out! Categories: Active Adventures, Community, Entertainment,…

Despite Late Rally, Yellowjacket Men Fall to Falcons

The Wisconsin-Superior men's basketball team fell to UW-River Falls 75-55.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The Wisconsin-Superior men’s basketball team would rally late, but it wouldn’t be enough as they fall to UW-River Falls 75-55 Wednesday night at the Mertz Mortorelli Gym. That is the Yellowjackets’ fourth straight loss as they fall to 1-4 on the season. They will be back at home next Wednesday to take on UW-Eau Claire. Categories: College,…

Wilderness Blanked at Home by Magicians

After a scoreless first period, the Minnesota Magicians would score two goals to win it 2-0.

CLOQUET, Minn. – Ryan Fanti finished with 24 saves, but he would let two get by him as the Minnesota Wilderness fall to the Minnesota Magicians 2-0 Wednesday night at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena. Andrew Kruse and John Keranen scored the goals for the Magicians. The Wilderness fall to 11-9 as the home and home series now shifts to…

SNOCROSS is BACK & Practice Makes Perfect

In This Weeks Great Outdoors, Snocross Teams Arrive To KLIM Compound In Aurora To Practice For The Snocross Season Kick Off At Spirit Mountain.

AURORA, Minn. – The Amsoil Championship Snocross season fires up this weekend in Duluth and many racers have already descended on one small Minnesota town to practice. Over 50 teams arrived beginning November 10th to the Scheuring Speed Sports Snocross training facility in Aurora. “So far it’s been good. The weather has been cold so the snow has been staying…

Saints Top Yellowjackets in Men’s Hockey Border Battle

The St. Scholastica men's hockey got a goal in each period as they beat Wisconsin-Superior 3-1.

DULUTH, Minn. – Dustin Cordeiro scored twice as the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team knocked off Wisconsin-Superior 3-1 Tuesday night at Mars Lakeview Arena. Sam Fuss scored the other goal for the Saints, who improve to 3-1-1 on the season. Andrew Durham scored the lone goal for the Yellowjackets, who fall to 2-6-1. Categories: College, Sports

Spartans’ Maddy Stariha Commits to UMD Softball

The Superior pitcher is taking her talents to UMD next fall.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Back in February, Superior softball standout Maddy Stariha made a verbal commitment to Binghamton University in New York. Fast forward to National Signing Day, and she had a change of heart which her friends and family are happy about. Stariha signed her National Letter of Intent to go across the bridge and play softball at UMD next…

Marshall Boys Hockey Coach Brendan Flaherty Declared Cancer Free

Brendan Flaherty had to step away from coaching after being diagnosed with throat cancer.

DULUTH, Minn. – According to a family post on the website CaringBridge.org, Duluth Marshall boys hockey coach Brendan Flaherty has been declared cancer free. Earlier this year, the man known as “The Wolf” was diagnosed with throat cancer and even had to step away from coaching in his battle against the disease. The post says that Coach Flaherty has been…

Duluth Vaxjo Soccer Exchange Looking for Players

The program sends local soccer players to Sweden to learn about the sport and the culture.

DULUTH, Minn. – A special program in Duluth gives local high school soccer players a chance to learn about the sport, as well as the culture of Duluth’s sister city: Vaxjo, Sweden. The Duluth Vaxjo Soccer Exchange currently has openings for local boys and girls who will travel to Sweden for a special soccer tournament, and the following year will…

CEC Swimmer Makayla Suominen Commits to Alaska Fairbanks

Suominen wrapped up a stellar career for the Lumberjacks with two top-4 finishes in the Class A state tournament.

CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet-Esko-Carlton’s Makayla Suominen signed her National Letter of Intent Monday to swim for Alaska Fairbanks. Suominen said the recruiting process was hectic at first as she reached out to several different colleges. But when she came back from her visit with the Nanooks, she instantly knew it was the best fit. “It was very different than all…

UMD Offers Open Water Scuba Diving Course

Upon course completion students qualify for open water certification.

DULUTH, Minn.- The university is offering open water scuba diving courses throughout the semester. The course is $150 for four three-hour-long pool sessions, text material and scuba gear. It covers the basics of scuba diving and upon successful completion students qualify for open water certification. “It does give a well rounded background for the students. Also Sunday is their off time so if…

Big Second Half Gives Bulldogs Basketball Win in Non-Conference Finale

Minnesota Duluth erased an early 12-point deficit to come out on top.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth men’s basketball team overcame a 12-point deficit in the first half to top Michigan Tech 61-56 on Sunday to round out non-conference play. The Bulldogs scored 39 points in the second half, shooting 40 percent from the field to come out with the win. Brandon Myer led all scorers with 27 points while he…

Prep Girls Hockey: Hilltoppers Come Out on Top, Mirage Suffer First Loss of Season

Duluth Marshall gets its first win of the season

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Marshall girls hockey got its first win of the season in a 3-0 shutout over St. Francis/North Branch, while Proctor-Hermantown fell to defending state champion, Breck, on Saturday. Caitlin Breen, Bella Kartch and Olivia Boettcher scored for the Hilltoppers. They’ll be back in action next Friday at St. Cloud. Meanwhile, Proctor/Hermantown suffered its first loss of…

Saints Women’s Hockey Swept By No. 6 Bulldogs

St. Scholastica fell one short in Saturday's contest.

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica and No. 6 Adrian went back-and-fourth for the first two periods but in the end, the Saints couldn’t get it done as the Bulldogs win it, 4-3, and sweep the weekend series. Amber Tilander, Rachel Anderson and Alexia Klaas scored for the Saints. The Saints will play at Gustavus Adolphus on Tuesday. Categories: College, Sports

Bulldogs Football Falls to Lions in First Round of NCAA Tournament

Minnesota Duluth couldn't contain the reigning national champions.

DULUTH, Minn. – It would be another slow start for the Minnesota Duluth football team, but this time the Bulldogs couldn’t overcome it, as Texas A&M University-Commerce got the 33-17 win, ending the Bulldogs season. Mike Rybarczyk completed nine passes for 67 yards, while backup quarterback Ben Everhart also saw some action, complete 10 passes for 79 yards. The Bulldogs…

Prep Girls Hockey: Mirage Stay Unbeaten; Lumberjacks, Northern Stars Fall

Proctor/Hermantown improves to 2-0, while CEC and Duluth each take home losses.

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Sydney Skorich and Alyssa Watkins score back-to-back goals in the second period as the Proctor-Hermantown girls hockey team blanked Roseville 2-0 Friday night at the Hermantown Ice Arena. In other action, Benilde-St. Margaret’s had no trouble with the Duluth Northern Stars 8-1. Noelle Stellmaker scored the lone goal for Duluth. And at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena,…

Saints Women’s Hockey Suffer First Loss of Season to No. 6 Bulldogs

No. 6 Adrian jumped out to an early lead and St. Scholastica couldn't catch up.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica women’s hockey team fell into an early hole and couldn’t climb out as No. 6 Adrian handed the Saints their first loss of the season, getting the 5-3 win on Friday night. The Bulldogs jumped out to a 2-1 lead at the end of the first period, and continued to grow their lead in…

Bulldog Women’s Hockey Fall on the Road to Buckeyes

Ohio State scored three unanswered goals to get the win over UMD.

COLUMBUS, Ohio – After a Jalyn Elmes power play goal in the first, the Ohio State women’s hockey team would score three unanswered goals as they beat UMD 3–1 Friday night at the Schottenstein Center. Maddie Rooney finished with 42 saves for the Bulldogs, who will face the Buckeyes Saturday afternoon at one o’clock to wrap up the series. Categories:…

Washburn Eliminates UMD Volleyball in Second Round Upset

The Ichabods swept the Bulldogs in the second round of the NCAA tournament.

KEARNEY, Neb. – In a result that few people saw coming, third-seed Washburn swept second-seed Minnesota Duluth 3-0 in the second round of the NCAA Division II volleyball tournament on Friday night. Kate Berg led UMD with 10 kills, while Emily Torve chipped in with 38 assists. The Bulldogs end their season with a 28–6 record. Categories: College, Sports, University…

Season Ends in State Semi-Finals for MIB Football

The Rangers were able to score one touchdown late as the Wolverines won 42-8.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – In their first state semi-finals appearance since 1972, the Mountain Iron-Buhl football team battled valiantly, but ultimately fell short, losing to Mountain Lake Area 48-2. Wolverines quarterback Abraham Stoesz finished with 200 total yards and two touchdowns, helping MLA advance to the state finals for the third time in program history. The Rangers got their lone touchdown…

Skip the Gym & Hit the ICE!

Active Adventures: Adult Open Skate Ice Skating At Heritage Sports Center Provides A Great Workout

DULUTH, Minn. — In this weeks Active Adventures we are ice skating with Meteorologist Brittney Merlot at Duluth’s Heritage Sports Center! It’s a great indoor workout, affordable and for adults only! Check out all the fun Fox 21 had out on the ice in the video above. LOCATION: Essentia Health Duluth Heritage Sports Center COST: $4.00 per adult or a…

Bulldogs Basketball Tramples Yellowjackets in Exhibition Play

Minnesota Duluth defeats Wisconsin Superior in a basketball border battle.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Minnesota Duluth dominated Wisconsin Superior 85-45 in an exhibition game. Brandon Meyer lead the Bulldogs in points with 16 while Ronny Galvan lead the Yellowjackets with 11. UMD now prepares for Sunday’s game against Michigan Tech. UWS looks ahead to Saturday when they will travel to Marian. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Saints Women’s Basketball Get Ready For Season Opener

CSS put in work before heading to UW-Oshkosh.

DULUTH, Minn.- CSS women’s team is getting ready for their season opener against UW–Oshkosh. One of the major things that sticks out about this group is their size, or lack thereof. But what they may lack in height they make up for in speed. “A couple six footers but we’re definitely more trackster bodies. We’re definitely going to utilize our fast…

Cromwell-Wright Falls in Nine-Man State Football Semi-Finals

Spring Grove was too much for the Cardinals as they win it 48-12.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – In the nine-man state semi-finals, Spring Grove jumped out to a 28-0 lead and cruised the rest of the way as they knocked Cromwell-Wright 48-12 Thursday morning at U.S. Bank Stadium. Lions quarterback Alex Folz accounted for all seven touchdowns, three rushing and four passing. Cardinals running back Cameroon Cahoon rushed for 130 yards on 19 carries…

Rangers Football Prepares for State Semi-Finals

Mountain Iron-Buhl will face Mountain Lake Area at U.S. Bank Stadium

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- Mountain Iron-Buhl is taking their first trip to the state semifinals in 46 years. After pulling out a big win over Stephen Argyle Central the Rangers now tailor their practice towards Mountain Lake Area’s style of play. “They play a defense a little bit different than what you normally see coverage wise and we’re just looking to take…

Bulldog Hockey Looks to Extend Win Streak to 9

Minnesota Duluth travels to Denver for weekend series.

DULUTH, Minn.- Despite starting off the season with a tie and loss to Minnesota it is looking like the reigning national champions have found their groove. The Bulldogs are on an 8 game win streak after taking down Colorado College. But the true test comes this weekend when UMD takes on No. 7 Denver who has quite a bit of depth. “It…

Can the Saints go 6-0?

CSS Women's hockey prepares for upcoming series against Adrian.

DULUTH, Minn.- The saints are currently undefeated with 5 wins and a tie so far this season. The goal is to keep that win streak alive against the upcoming series against Adrian. “I think they’re very similar to us. They’ve had a similar start. They have a very similar record. Their special teams are similar to ours. It’s going to be…

Hunters’ Schneeweis Signs NLI for U-Mary

The dynamic Denfeld hitter is taking her talents to the Marauders.

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Denfeld outside hitter Caitlin Schneeweis signed her National Letter of Intent to play volleyball at the University of Mary. The Marauders play in Bismarck, North Dakota which is about seven and a half hours away. So while some people look to stay close, Schneeweis was just looking for the best fit, regardless of distance. “I’ve always…

Spartans Celebrate National Signing Day with Three Signings

Caleigh Jensen, Conner Fonger and Erin Walpole will be playing college athletics next fall.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – It was a busy National Signing Day at Superior High School as three student-athletes signed their National Letters of Intent. Caleigh Jensen will be joining the volleyball team at Winona State. Conner Fonger signed his NLI to play baseball at Minnesota State-Crookston. And Erin Walpole won’t be going too far to play college soccer as she signed…

Cardinals Football Looking for First Championship Appearance in Eight Years

The Cromwell-Wright football team will look to make history in the state semi-finals on Thursday.

CROMWELL, Minn. – Thursday morning, the Cromwell-Wright football team will look to punch their ticket to the state championship game for the first time since 2010. And it was also the last time the Cardinals won a state title, so lots of history will be on the line at U.S. Bank Stadium. The only thing standing in their way are…

Trio of Hilltopper Baseball Players Sign NLIs

Ben Pedersen, Peter Hasen and Maddux Baggs will be playing college baseball across the country.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Marshall baseball team had three players sign their National Letters of Intent Wednesday afternoon. Standout pitcher Ben Pedersen is going Division I to the University of Missouri. Pitcher and shortstop Peter Hansen will also go Division I as he signed with Bradley University in Illinois. And infielder Maddux Baggs will be joining the defending Division…

Hayes Records Hat Trick, Yellowjackets Defeat Lumber Jills

CC Hayes completed her first career hat trick.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – CC Hayes completed her first career hat trick as the Wisconsin-Superior women’s hockey team got the 4-1 win over Northland College on Tuesday night. Northland got on the board first with an early goal, but it would be all UWS after. Hayes scored once in the second and twice in the third period, while Myka Sutherland was…

Lumberjacks Score Late to Win Season Opener

Three different CEC players scored in the win.

CLOQUET, Minn. – It would take until the final few minutes of the second period but the Lumberjacks finally got going as Cloquet-Esko-Carlton got the 3-2 over Brainerd in the season opener. Dea DeLeon, Taylor Nelson and Lauren Cawcutt scored for the Lumberjacks in the season opener, while Elise Lund made a huge save at the buzzer to clinch the…

Bulldogs Basketball Split Doubleheader Against Wildcats

The Minnesota Duluth women's basketball team got the win in its season opener.

MARQUETTE, Mich. – The Minnesota Duluth women’s basketball team got its first win of the season while the men’s basketball team suffered its first loss of the year as the UMD basketball teams split the doubleheader against Northern Michigan. The women’s team jumped out to an early lead as the Bulldogs got the 51-45 win in their season opener. Emma…

Regular Season Around the Corner for Saints Men’s Basketball

The CSS men's basketball team will take part in the Loras Tournament to open their regular season.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica men’s basketball team are getting set to open their regular season with the Loras Tournament in Dubuque, Iowa, starting Friday night. The Saints are coming off a rough exhibition loss to UMD, but they say the game plan is to come out with a lot more energy for the season opener. “Coach always talks…

Bulldogs Football Hope Weather Adds to Home Field Advantage

The UMD football team will be taking on Texas A&M-Commerce.

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend, the UMD football team is hoping the weather will play a big factor as they will host their first playoff game since 2014. The Bulldogs will take on the defending national champs Texas A&M-Commerce for the first time ever. The first part of Tuesday’s practice was held inside Romano Gym due to the temperatures outside….

Bulldogs Draw Central Missouri in NCAA Volleyball Tournament

The UMD volleyball team will take on Central Missouri for the first time since 2012.

DULUTH, Minn. – We’ve all known for a while now that the UMD volleyball team would make it to the NCAA tournament. The question has always been: who would they face? And Sunday night, the Bulldogs found out who their opponent will be. UMD nabbed the #2 seed in the Central region and will take on 7th seed Central Missouri….

Bulldogs Football Draws 3 Seed, Will Host First Round of NCAA DII Tournament

The Bulldogs will host defending national champions Texas A&M University-Commerce in the first round.

DULUTH, Minn. – After posting an 11-0 regular season record and clinching a share of the NSIC championship, the Minnesota Duluth football team is now headed back to the NCAA DII Playoffs. The Bulldogs missed the playoffs last year, but drew the 3-seed in super region four in this year’s tournament, as the bracket was released Sunday. “Today everything comes…

Cardinals, Rangers Advance to Class 9-Man Semi-Finals

Cromwell-Wright and Mountain Iron-Buhl are the last two Northland teams in the playoffs.

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota High School Football Playoffs are starting to wrap up, and only two Northland teams remain, and they’re both from Class 9-Man. Cromwell-Wright defeated NCEUH in the first round on Friday and are moving on to face Spring Grove on Thursday at 11:30 in the morning. Both the lions and the cardinals are undefeated on the season….

Northern Star: Duluth East Cheerleading

For this week's segment, we take a look at the Duluth East Cheer team, who is going to nationals for the first time in program history.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth East Cheer team has spent most of the year on the sidelines of Friday night lights, cheering on the Greyhounds each week. But over the past month, they’ve been putting in the work for competition season. “We do a lot more performances for our school and then we work on competitions so they only had about…

Bulldogs Football Dominates Wolves, Finish Regular Season Undefeated

Minnesota-Duluth only scored in the second and third quarters in the win.

DULUTH, Minn. – It would take a while to get going, but the UMD Football team found its momentum in the second quarter to get the 40-13 win and finish the regular season undefeated for the sixth time in program history. The Bulldogs also clinched a share of the NSIC championship for the first time since 2014. The game was…

Agates Fall in Class AAA Quarterfinals to Yellowjackets

Ricky Brenna and Sam Johnson scored for the Agates.

BRAINERD, Minn. – It would be mostly Perham on Saturday as the Yellowjackets defeated Two Harbors 48-17 in the Class AAA quarterfinals. Ricky Brenna and Sam Johnson each scored touchdowns for the Agates but it wasn’t enough after the Yellowjackets jumped out to an early 22-3 lead. Categories: High School, Sports

Bulldogs Volleyball Defeats Mustangs, Clinches NSIC Tournament Title

Minnesota Duluth won the match 3-1.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth volleyball team took the first two matches over Southwest Minnesota State but the Mustangs would get one back but the Bulldogs took control again in the fourth set to win the NSIC Tournament Title 3-1 (25-17, 25-23, 23-25, 25-22). Kate Berg led the team with 15 kills, while Hanna Meyer and Makenzie Morgen each…

Bulldogs Basketball Dominate Saints in Season Opener

Logan Rohrscheib led the way with 22 points.

DULUTH, Minn. – It was all Bulldogs in their season opener as the Minnesota-Duluth men’s basketball team dominated St. Scholastica 116-68. Logan Rohrscheib led the Bulldogs with 22 points, while Brandon Myer had 19. Hunter Plamann led the team with eight assists. For the Saints, it was an exhibition game as they start their season on Friday against Loras. Collin…

Saints Women’s Hockey Come Back Against Lumber Jills

St. Scholastica scored three in the second and three in the third to get the win.

DULUTH, Minn.- After falling behind 2-0 at the end of the first, the St. Scholastica women’s hockey team found its momentum to score three in the second and three in the third to get the 6-2 win over Northland College. Taylor Thompson found the back of the net twice for the Saints while Rachel Anderson, Amber Tilander, Alexia Klaas and…

Bulldogs Win Eighth Straight, Sweep Tigers

Nick Swaney scored twice in Saturday's win.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey team jumped out to another fast start on Saturday as the Bulldogs got the 5-1 win and completed the weekend sweep. Nick Swaney scored twice while Justin Richards, Riley Tufte and Parker Mackay each scored in Saturday’s win. Richards and Mackay both scored on Friday as well. Hunter Shepard made 15 saves…

‘Jackets Men’s Basketball Win Season Opener over Lions

The UWS men's basketball team got a big win over Finlandia 76-63.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Montroy Scott led all scorers with 26 points and grabbed 16 rebounds as the Wisconsin-Superior men’s basketball team won their season opener over Finlandia 76-63 Friday night at the Mertz Mortorelli Gym. Mac Reykdal also chipped in with 23 points, while Andrew McGill scored 12 for the Yellowjackets. UWS will wrap up the Merrill Thompson Tip-Off Classic…

Coaches Corner: UMD Women’s Basketball

For this week's segment, we talk to the UMD women's basketball team as they start their season.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we sit down with head coach Mandy Pearson, senior guard Sammy Kozlowski and junior forward Josie Buckley. The Bulldogs are wrapping up exhibition play and will start their season on Nov. 13 at Northern Michigan. Their home opener will be Dec. 14 against Sioux Falls. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy,…

Saints Hockey Defeats Concordia Wisconsin in Season Opener

CSS advances to 2-1 on the season with first home win.

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica kicked off a three game home stand with a 4-2 win over Concordia Wisconsin. After a quiet first period, Davis Ross ripped a shot from the blue line to start things up for the Saints 7 minutes into the second. Sam Fuss, Nate Pionk and Carson Rose also lit the lamp for CSS in the last…