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Yellowjackets Win Fourth Straight in 4-1 Victory Over Auggies

Four different UW-Superior players scored in the win.

SUPERIOR, Wis. –  Four different Yellowjackets would score as UW-Superior picked up its fourth straight win, beating Augsburg 4-1 on Tuesday night. The game would be quiet until the 28th minute as Felix Blick sends on in for his first goal of the season. Blake Perry would also score to give UWS a 2-0 lead at the half. James Bruce…

Prep Boys Soccer: Lumberjacks Blank Bluejackets at Home

Cloquet-Esko-Carlton scored four goals in the second half to propel them over Hibbing-Chisholm.

CLOQUET, Minn. – In boys high school soccer action, Cloquet-Esko-Carlton gets a goal in the first half from Otto Cockburn as they defeat Hibbing/Chisholm 5-0 Tuesday night at Bromberg Field. The Lumberjacks even their record at 3-3 as they get set to take on Duluth East on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

Prep Girls Soccer: Hilltoppers Top Rival Hunters

Duluth Marshall was one better at home against rivals Duluth Denfeld.

DULUTH, Minn. – Samantha Mark and Victoria Thorson found the back of the net for Duluth Marshall as the Hilltoppers hung on to beat Duluth Denfeld 2-1 at home Tuesday night. Duluth Marshall improves to 5-2 on the season as they will take on North Branch on Saturday. Duluth Denfeld falls to 2-1-4. Categories: High School, Sports

Great Outdoors: Superior Announces New Bike Share Program

The new partnership is now available across four different locations in Superior.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Traveling around Superior just became a little easier and healthier, as the city announced Tuesday that they have a new partnership Zagster Bike Share Program. The partnership is a two-year agreement and was made possible with sponsorships from Essentia Health, Enbridge, Dairyland Power Cooperative and Minnesota Power. There are four different locations to grab a bike: Millennium…

Prep Volleyball: Bulldogs Sweep Greyhounds

Carlton continued its undefeated play, picking up its fourth win.

DULUTH, Minn. – Carlton continued its undefeated season on Monday as it swept Duluth East, 25-12, 25-15, 25-18. Duluth East will look for their first win of the season as they face Grand Rapids on Thursday, while Carlton battles with Esko on Tuesday. Categories: High School, Sports

Prep Boys Soccer: Hawks Hang On To Beat Thunderhawks

Cole Stokke scored the go-ahead goal in the second half.

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown picked up its third win of the season on Monday as a second half goal pushed the Hawks past the Grand Rapids Thunderhawks by a score of 2-1. Grand Rapids would get on the board first, as Seamus Stanley got his own rebound to send one back. It would be all Hermantown after, as Matthew Joki…

Prep Girls Soccer: Szendrey’s Hat Trick Pushes Agates Past Rails

Two Harbors blanks Proctor 4-0 at home.

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – In high school girls soccer, Sami Szendrey recorded a hat trick in the first half as Two Harbors defeated Proctor at home 4-0. Morgan Beardsley scored the other for the Agates as Tricia Osbakken gets the shutout in net. Two Harbors improves to 6-1-1 on the season as they get set to host Cloquet this Thursday….

UMD QB Larson Named OPOTW as Bulldogs Jump in Polls

Larson picked up his first weekly honor of the season, while the Bulldogs made a jump in the AFCA poll.

DULUTH, Minn. – The NSIC annoucned Monday that UMD quarterback John Larson was named Offensive Player of the Week. The sophomore dominated Minnesota State Moorhead through the air and on the ground. He finished with 371 yards passing and five touchdowns, while adding 90 yards rushing and another touchdown. As for the team, well they took a huge leap in…

No Movement for Bulldogs in Latest AVCA Poll

UMD remained at the No. 6 spot after two sweeps last week.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team gained no ground in the American Volleyball Coaches Poll as they remain at the number six spot. The Bulldogs opened up NSIC play this past week with two sweeps over Bemidji State and Minnesota Crookston. The Bulldogs have been ranked in every poll since September 10 2002, a stretch of 222 consecutive polls, making it…

Northland Volunteers Needed for NorthShore Inline Marathon

Race Officials say They're in Need of Volunteers for the 2018 NorthShore Inline Marathon

DULUTH, Minn. – Race officials with the NorthShore Inline Marathon say their office space is diminishing as final preps are underway this week for the annual event. The Marathon is in it’s 23rd year, attracting over 2,000 athletes and spectators to the Twin Ports. This year’s events will kick off on Friday, September 14 with the annual Expo and packet…

Northern Star: Wryott Gerson

For this week's segment we speak to Denfeld wide receiver Wryott Gerson

DULUTH, Minn.- Denfeld football recorded only one win last year. But in game one of the 2018 season they matched that record and a main part of that was senior wide receiver Wryott Gerson who believes that this is the year of the Hunters. “We kind of got that in our mind set that we can do good this year….

Bulldogs Dominate Dragons in Home Opener

UMD football records their second win of the season with a blowout victory over MSU-Moorhead

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD Bulldogs dominated MSU-Moorhead 60-7 in their home opener. John Larson was under center for Minnesota-Duluth going 15 for 19 with a total of 281 passing yards and 90 rushing with a total of 5 touchdowns. Larson was helped out by wide receiver Jason Balts who had a total of 119 yards with 3 touchdowns. The Bulldogs…

Coaches Corner: Superior Football

For this week's segment, we speak with Superior head coach Joe DeMeyer and senior Chase Summerfield.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- For this week’s Coaches Corner segment, we caught up with Superior football coach Bob DeMeyer and senior defensive end Chase Summefield. DeMeyer discusses the Spartans’ efforts in overcoming the challenge of early season injuries, as well their pleasant start to the season. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Friday Night Frenzy Highlights and Scores for 9/7/18

Duluth East, Cloquet and Two Harbors got big road wins on Friday night.

MN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Duluth East 35 Proctor 6 Cloquet 34 Duluth Denfeld 12 Two Harbors 19 Eskomos 12 Hermantown 16 North Branch 6 Grand Rapids 8 Hibbing 13 Mesabi East 36 Hinckley-Finlayson 0 Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin 34 Pine City 12 Barnum 28 Rush City 12 MN 9-MAN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Mountain Iron-Buhl 18 Northwoods 0 Cromwell-Wright 62 Bigfork 8 South Ridge…

Are You Ready For Some Football?

Brittney Merlot Attends Football Practice With The Cloquet Lumberjakcs In This Week's Active Adventures!

CLOQUET, Minn. — It’s that time of year again, FOOTBALL SEASON! Let’s kick it off with Brittney Merlot practicing with the Cloquet Lumberjacks high school football team, as they get ready to face Denfeld Friday night. See how she does running drills and kicking field goals in this week’s Active Adventures! Categories: Active Adventures, Community, Features, Minnesota, News, News –…

Prep Boys Soccer: Hunters, Greyhounds Light Up Scoreboard, Thunderhawks Tie With Hilltoppers

The goals came in bunches for Duluth Denfeld and Duluth East.

DULUTH, Minn. – In prep boys soccer action, Jon Faynik finished with a hat trick as Duluth Denfeld knocked off Hibbing/Chisholm 5-1. Maison Oliver and Gavin Love also scored for the Hunters, who improve to 3-1 on the season. Next match for Denfeld is Saturday against Princeton. Duluth East was also in action and they won 4-2. Seth Hoffman scored…

UMD Volleyball Sweeps Bemidji State in Home Opener

The Bulldogs swept the Beavers for the ninth straight time.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD Volleyball team opened up its home schedule with a big win over Bemidji State University on Thursday at Amsoil Arena. The Bulldogs swept the Beavers, 25-19, 25-14, 25-14, to pick up their seventh win of the season. Sarah Kelly lead the team with 12 kills, and Emily Torve finished with a team-high 39 assists. UMD…

Prep Volleyball: Hunters Earn Home Sweep Over Oredockers

Duluth Denfeld put on a show for the home crowd in their 3-0 win over Ashland.

DULUTH, Minn. – In prep volleyball action, Duluth Denfeld knocked off Ashland 3-0 Thursday night. The Hunters improve to 3-1 on the season. Next up for the Hunters is a weekend showdown with White Bear Lake on Saturday. In other action, Esko topped Two Harbors 3-0, Cloquet defeated Eveleth/Gilbert 3-0 and Superior got the win over Duluth Marshall 3-0. Categories:…

Bulldogs Football Looking for 17th Consecutive Win Over Dragons

UMD football opens its season at home on Saturday against Minnesota State-Moorhead.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team will be in action this weekend at Malosky Stadium as they host Minnesota State-Moorhead. The Bulldogs have beat the Dragons 16 consecutive times. But this year’s showdown could be UMD’s most challenging to date. “Moorhead is a well-coached football team. They play extremely hard defensively. Offensively, they are a multiple . They do…

Saints Football Team Ready For Season Opener

St. Scholastica will be on the road this weekend to open their season against Mayville State.

DULUTH, Minn. – Football fever is in full swing in the Northland and the last team that will be getting their season started is the College of St. Scholastica. The Saints will be on the road to start the season as they take on Mayville State in the first meeting ever between the two teams. The Comets are 0–2 on…

Yellowjackets Men’s Soccer Blank Royals for First Win of 2018

The UWS men's soccer team defeated Bethel 3-0.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The Wisconsin-Superior men’s soccer team find the back of the net three times as they defeated Bethel University 3-0 Wednesday night at the NBC Spartans Sports Complex. James Bruce, Blake Hanson and Mason Tynsky would score the first three goals of the season for the Yellowjackets. Dalton VanKaenel finished with six saves in net. Next up for…

Yellowjackets Volleyball Win Home Opener Against Lions

The UWS volleyball team knocked off Finlandia 3-1.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Brylee Colligan, Cami Sletta and Taylor Rowe each finished with nine kills as the Wisconsin-Superior volleyball team were victorious in their home opener over Finlandia 3-1. The Lions won the first set 25-23. But the Yellowjackets would pick up steam and take the next three to win the match. Next up for UWS is the Stinger Classic…

UMD Volleyball Excited for Home Opener at Amsoil Arena

The Bulldogs will host Bemidji State at 6 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team is getting set for their home opener Thursday night, but it’s with a twist. The Bulldogs will host Bemidji State at Amsoil Arena. A temporary change of scenery is being welcomed with excitement by the entire Bulldogs squad. “It should be really high-energy and really fun. Hopefully we get a big crowd. But…

#GOTW Preview: Greyhounds Eyeing First Win of 2018 Vs. Rails

Duluth East will travel to Proctor in our FOX 21 Game of the Week.

DULUTH, Minn. – This week’s FOX 21 Game of the Week will take us to Proctor as the Rails look to go 2–0 on the season as they host Duluth East. And the Greyhounds are looking to get a bad taste of Week One out of their mouths. Duluth East fell to Big Lake last Thursday 27–6. And as the…

Bulldogs Find Things to Work On From Blowout Win

Coach Wiese says there were still some things he wants to fix from the team's 49-3 win in Week One.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team is back at work following a dominating win in Week One against Minot State. And although it looked like the Bulldogs could do no wrong, head coach Curt Wiese says there was still a lot that was left to be desired. “Turning over the football is something we’re going to concentrate on this…

Former Bulldog Katie McGovern Signs with Whitecaps

The 23-year-old spent this past season at Arizona State as an assistant coach.

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Former Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey player Katie McGovern has signed with the Minnesota Whitecaps of the National Women’s Hockey League. She spent this past season at Arizona State University as an assistant coach. The 23–year–old forward was a standout player in her time in Duluth, recording 17 goals and 17 assists in 37 games. She joins…

Seconds Out Promotions to Bring Pro Boxing Back to Duluth

A special press conference was held today at the DECC for the announcement.

DULUTH, Minn. – Pro boxing will be making its return to Duluth on September 29th at the DECC. It will be the first time in 13 years that a card featuring all professional bouts will take place in Duluth. Seconds Out Promotions and Jungle Boy Boxing held a special press conference Tuesday at the DECC to talk more about this…

IceHawks Top Saints in Exhibition Men’s Soccer

Lake Superior College got the home win over St. Scholastica 5-3.

PROCTOR, Minn. – Leonardo Almeida scored twice as Lake Superior College hangs on to beat St. Scholastica 5-3 in men’s soccer at Egerdahl Field. Felipe Baracho also added a goal for the IceHawks, who picked up the exhibition win. Next up for LSC is a road matchup this Saturday against Riverland Community College. Categories: College, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Hawks Stay Undefeated With Road Win Over Greyhounds

Hermantown traveled to Duluth East and came away with the 3-1 win.

DULUTH, Minn. – Hermantown got the road win over Duluth East in high school volleyball 3-1 Tuesday night. The Greyhounds took the first set 25-22. But the Hawks got hot and took the final three sets to win the match. Hermantown stays undefeated as they will take on Grand Rapids on Thursday. Duluth East falls to 0-2 as they try…

Tall Ships to Rendezvous in Bayfield this Weekend

The First Bayfield Classic Boat and Schooner Rendezvous is Happening September 7 - 9 in Bayfield

BAYFIELD, Wisc. – Tall ships will not be docking in the Duluth, Superior harbor in the near future, but they will be on display in Bayfield. Lake Superior Tall Ships is proud to present classic wooden boats and schooners in the Bayfield harbor September 7 – 9, 2018. Visitors will be able to enjoy the beautiful views and educational tours as…

Duluth Native CJ Ham Makes Vikings Final Roster

The Denfeld graduate will be on the Vikings main roster for the second straight season.

EAGAN, Minn. – The Minnesota Vikings announced this weekend their final 53-man roster and former Duluth Denfeld standout CJ Ham will be suiting up this season for the purple and gold. Last season was Ham’s first full season with the team, and his versatility was enough to convince head coach Mike Zimmer and his staff to keep the Duluth native…

UMD Football Jumps into AFCA D2 Poll

The Bulldogs went from unranked to #24.

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team has gone from unranked to #24 in the latest poll from the American Football Coaches Association. The Bulldogs are coming off a 49–3 road beatdown of Minot State where UMD racked up over 300 yards of offensive in the first half alone. Up next for UMD is their home opener at Malosky Stadium…

UMD Volleyball Falls in Latest AVCA Poll

The Bulldogs fall five spots to #6.

DULUTH, Minn. – After losing two matches Friday night at the Wildcat Open in Marquette, the UMD volleyball team, who was ranked number one, has fallen to #6 in the latest American Volleyball Coaches Association poll which was released on Monday. UMD did receive one first-place vote from the AVCA. The Bulldogs would eventually rebound and get back to back…

McDonald Commits to St. Cloud State Basketball

Hibbing's Abbey McDonald has announced her commitment to college ball.

HIBBING, Minn.- Hibbing’s Abbey Mcdonald has announced on twitter that she has committed to playing college basketball at St.Cloud State University come fall 2019. Just last season Mcdonald became Hibbing’s new girls’ basketball all time leading scorer with a total of 1,665 career points for the Bluejackets. The point guard also plays for the Minneosta Suns club team. With the Suns…

Saints End Labor Day Challenge in a Draw

CSS and Luther unable to score a goal.

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica ended their match against Luther in a scoreless draw. This one was a back and forth battle. Neither team was able to maintain possession of the ball long enough to find the back of the net throughout the entire game. The Saints next game is September 5 at Augsburg. Categories: College, Sports

Bulldog Soccer Gets First Win of the Season

UMD traveled to NMU to complete their second of six straight away games.

MARQUETTE, Mich.- UMD women’s soccer defeated Northern Michigan 2-0 for their first win of the 2018 season. The game was scoreless at the half. But, in the 65th minute, Julia Osborn scored her first career goal. Erika Hjort also scored, heading in a goal in the 90th minute. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Northern Star: Aaron Olson

Former Esko football player is now entering his senior season at St. Scholastica

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Esko football wide receiver is entering his senior season at St. Scholastica. “I love St. Scholastica. I’m super glad I came here. It’s a small school, kind of a small team, private team. We should win the conference every year. They’re a winning team so that’s why I pretty much came here and I wanted to win,”…

UMD Volleyball Leaves Marquette On A High Note

The Bulldogs finish out the Wildcat Open strong before home opener.

MARQUETTE, Mich.- UMD Volleyball played their final match of the Wildcat Open getting a 3-0 win over Northwood. The Bulldogs return to prepare for their home opener against Bemiji state at Amsoil Arena. UMD is now 6–2 on the season. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Coaches Corner: CSS Men’s Soccer

This week's Coaches Corner featured the St. Scholastica men's soccer team.

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with members of the St. Scholastica men’s soccer team, including head coach Barry Chastey, as well as senior captains Kyle Hewitt and Luke Buckton. Among the topics discussed is the team’s trip to England and their preseason action across the pond. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Lumberjacks Blast Eskomos in Season Opener

The game was called late in the second quarter due to weather.

CLOQUET, Minn. – In a rain-shortened game, Cloquet defeated Esko 33-12 in the high school football season opener at Eskomos Stadium. The game was called with nine seconds left in the second quarter. Cloquet finished with 389 rushing yards off just 15 carries. Marcus Pokornowski and Andre Peters each scored two TDs. Next up for the Lumberjacks is a road…

Sliding Into Family Fun & Feeling Like A Kid Again!

Active Adventures: Minnesota State Fair Giant Slide, Family Fun For Everyone!

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — In this week’s Active Adventures Brittney Merlot is bringing out the inner kid in every adult and taking a ride down the Giant Slide at the Minnesota State Fair! Categories: Active Adventures, Entertainment, Features, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News Tags: Active Adventures, Active Adventures at the Minnesota State Fair, Active Adventures in Minnesota, Family Fun,…

Hunters Get First Win of the Season Over Agates

Duluth Denfeld matches their win total from 2017.

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- Duluth Denfeld surprises everyone but themselves as they get a road win over Two Harbors 14-7. The Hunters match their win total from 2017. Wryott Gerson scored an 80 yard punt return touch down for Denfeld. Dominic Klaas also scored for the Hunters. Mason Meyer scored the lone touchdown for Two Harbors. Next week Denfeld will host…

Zagelmayer Gets First Head Coaching Win as Hawks top Rebels

David Cornelius scores twice as Hermantown opens their season with a 27-13.

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hawks head coach Mike Zagelmayer gets his first win as a head coach as Hermantown defeated Moose Lake-Willow River 27-13 Thursday night. David Cornelius finished with two rushing touchdowns and Tate Olson threw two TD passes, both to wide receiver Elliot Peterson. Next up for the Hawks is a road match-up against North Branch next Friday. Categories:…

Bulldogs Blast Beavers in Season Opener

UMD puts up nearly 600 yards of offense against Minot State.

MINOT, SD – The UMD football team piled up over 300 yards in the first half alone, en route to beating Minot State 49-3 Thursday night at Herb Parker Stadium. Wade Sullivan finished with 96 yards rushing and one touchdown. Alex Lasinski found the endzone twice for UMD, who will host Minnesota State-Moorhead next Saturday in their home opener at…