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myTEAM Triumph Brings Inclusion to Park Point Five-Miler

The organization works to promote inclusion in different races across the country.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – While over 400 runners came out for the Park Point Five-Miler last night, one special group of runners took to the course for a good cause. Members of myTEAM TRIUMPH Minnesota were present for Thursday’s race. The national organization works to promote inclusion in events like the five-miler for everyone to be able to participate in, regardless…
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Active Adventures: Log Rolling

Meteorologist Brittney Merlot Attempts To Log Roll For Her First Time
Brittney Merlot,

HAYWARD, Wisc. — The Lumberjack World Championships are underway and for this weeks active adventures we take you to the historic Lumberjack Bowl as Meteorologist Brittney Merlot learns how to log roll by a six time world champion! Will she pick it in just 30 minutes? Find out in the video above! Plus, learn tips on how you can stay…
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Huskies Pick Up Sixth Straight Win

With the win, Duluth improved to 35-16 on the season.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Huskies scored early and often on Thursday to get the 5-3 win over the Bismark Larks. This win improves the Huskies record to 35-16 on the season. Duluth got on the board twice in the first thanks to a fielding error by Bismark. The Larks would tie it in the top of the second on…
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Hundreds Compete in Park Point Five-Miler on Thursday

The winner finished the race in under 26 minutes.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 47th annual Park Point Five-Miler took place Thursday night. The first person to cross the finish line was Duluth native Nick Nygaard with a time of 25 minutes and 48 seconds. Kim Karezonski of Thunder Bay had the top female time at 30 minutes and 34 seconds. The Park Point Five-Miler brings hundreds of people to the…
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Morris Looks To Recapture Junior Welterweight Title

Markus Morris will take on former champ Rondale Hubbert on August 17.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Local boxer Markus Morris has his next fight set. The former junior welterweight champ will take on the other former champ Rondale Hubbert for the vacant title on August 17 at the Grand Casino in Hinckley. “We knew we’d be fighting each other up in here so I wasn’t really surprised. I knew it was coming close to…
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UMD’s Trapper Ward Nominated for National Award

Ward is nominated for the 2018 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week it was announced that UMD football player Trapper Ward has been nominated for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team for his volunteer work in the local community, specifically with Mentor Duluth. Ward has been involved with the organization for a year and a half where he serves as a mentor for a local teenage boy…
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World’s Oldest Hockey Player Celebrates 97th Birthday on the Ice

Mark Sertich celebrated his 97th birthday on Wednesday.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Age is nothing but a number and that is exactly how Mark Sertich feels as he celebrated his 97th birthday this week by doing what he loves, playing hockey. Sertich has been playing for over 80 years, making him the Guinness World Record holder for oldest ice hockey player. Sertich, a U.S. Army veteran, skates a few times…
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Dolphins Anthem Punishment Includes Suspensions

Team Officials had no Immediate Comment
The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)(AP) – Miami Dolphins players who protest on the field during the national anthem could be suspended for up to four games under a team policy issued this week. The “Proper Anthem Conduct” section is just one sentence in a nine-page discipline document provided to The Associated Press by a person familiar with the policy who insisted…
High School, Sports

Kevin Smalley Resigns as CEC Boys Hockey Coach

Kevin Smalley led the team to a 17-8-1 record in his one season as head coach.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kevin Smalley has resigned as head coach of the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys hockey team, the school district confirmed on Thursday. This comes one year after Smalley took over the Lumberjacks program after longtime bench boss Dave Esse stepped down after 18 years. In his lone season with the Lumberjacks, he led the team to a 17–8–1 record, falling…
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NCAA Announces Changes to Hockey Overtime Rule

The NCAA first changed the overtime rule earlier in the offseason.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The NCAA Men’s and Women’s Ice hockey rules committee announced on Thursday that they voted to alter its overtime rules. The committee changed the rules during the offseason to only a five-on-five overtime. After receiving a lot of complaints, the league decided to reevaluate the rules. Now conferences can choose how they want to do overtime during conference…
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Former Greyhound, Bulldog Welinski Signs With Anaheim

Twins Ports Development Camp insturctor Andy Welinski signs with the Anaheim Ducks.
Mariah Janos,

ANAHEIM, Calif.- Former UMD Bulldog and Twin Ports Development Camp instructor Andy Welinski has signed a one–year, two-way contract with the Anaheim Ducks. The 25-year-old defenseman made his NHL debut last season with the Ducks, recording two assists in seven games. Welinski has also played 119 career AHL games with the San Diego Gulls scoring 16 goals and notching 48…
College, Sports

Egerdahl Field New Home to the IceHawks

Lake Superior College partners up with Proctor Rails.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Lake Superior College announced this week that they have found a new host partner in Proctor Rails. The IceHawks will now play their home games at Egerdahl Field. The men’s and women’s soccer teams are just a few years old, but have steadily drummed up popularity in the Northland. Last season the IceHawks played their home games at Lincoln…
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CSS Softball Announces 2018 Team Awards

Bremer and Thul among those being awarded.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS softball team has announced awards for the 2018 season. Senior shortstop Alexa Bremer received the Most Valuable Player Award. Bremer was named the UMAC Player of the Year, becoming the fourth player in program history to record 200 career hits and score 141 times. Superior native Hannah Thul was named Rookie of the Year. In her freshman season,…
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Esko’s Selena Shady Commits to Wayne State College

The former Eskomo is transferring from North Iowa Area Community College.
Sam Ali,

ESKO, Minn. – Former Eskomos basketball standout Selena Shady announced on her Twitter account this week that she has committed to playing Division 2 basketball at Wayne State College in Nebraska. She is transferring from North Iowa Area Community College where she played 30 games this past season as a freshman. Shady was a multi–sport athlete at Esko from 2014…
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Bulldogs Host Youth Camp at Malosky Stadium

The future of UMD football learned about the game at Griggs Field.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The dream of becoming a future UMD football player was alive for many Northland kids on Tuesday at Malosky Stadium for the annual Bulldogs youth football camp. The camp features no pads or helmets so it allows the kids to focus on learning the game and the fundamentals of each position. And it helps to get to…
High School, Sports

PGA Junior Championship Continues for Local Golfers

The latest stop on the tour was the Nemadji Golf Course in Superior.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The PGA Junior League Championship continued its season on Tuesday at the Nemadji Golf Course in Superior. 80 of the brightest golfers from ages 9 to 13 competed as teams which lessens the pressure of trying to get the best score. “It’s not like ‘Hey I’m going to meet you at 9 o’clock in the morning to…
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Matt Niskanen To Bring Stanley Cup Home This Weekend

Organizers are expecting a big crowd Sunday at the Miners Memorial Building.
Sam Ali,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – Iron Range native and Washington Capitals defenseman Matt Niskanen will be bringing the Stanley Cup to the Miners Memorial Building this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Due to time constraints, organizers will allow only one photo per group and no autographs, with the overall goal of allowing as many people as possible to get a…
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Huskies Ranked Ninth in National Poll

Duluth currently has the top record in the Northwoods League.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Huskies are getting some well deserved praise for their play this season. CollegiateSummerBaseball.com ranks the Huskies #9 in the country. Duluth is currently the top team in the Northwoods League at 32–16. The huskies are coming off a home sweep of the Bismarck Larks. The boys will be back in action Tuesday night for the start…
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Bluegreens Thank Fans for Growing Support

Duluth FC say they owe a lot of their success to the fans who show up to the games.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – What a weekend it was for Duluth FC as the Bluegreens captured their first playoff win in club history. During their penalty shootout when Alberto Ciroi made a save, he immediately looked at the crowd. Same thing with Kyle Farrar when he made the game–winning goal. It’s clear that the players share a special bond with their…
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Bats Heat Up Late to Get Victory Over Larks

Duluth gets back to back wins over Bismark.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Bismark attacked early, putting up two runs in the first. The Huskies were able to tie things up in the bottom of the 3rd and the score remained tied at two up until the bottom of the 6th. The Huskies bats woke up and they were able to bring in  9 more runs. The Lark tried to come…
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Duluth FC Backup Goalie Leads Team to Playoff Victory

Alberto Ciroi entered the game in it's final minutes saving shots that lead the Buluegreens to round 2.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC took on Grand Rapids FC in the first round of the NPSL playoffs. The match was scoreless through the first, but in the 47th minute the Bluegreens got things going with a header by Ryan Tyrer. Duluth up 2–Nil up until the 83rd minute where the Blues cut the deficit in half followed by a second…
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Local Fans Gather for World Cup Final

Dubh Linn Brew Pub hosted a watch party for the final match up.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Dubh Linn Brew Pub held a watch party for the World Cup Final. Fans were unable to contain their excitement for the big match. Although there were fans of both France and Croatia, the majority of the crowd was rooting for the Croats. “Coming in I think France was the favorite and Croatia was the underdog and I mean…
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Huskies Walk Off Against Bismark

The Huskies pick up their second straight win.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a back-and-forth battle, the Duluth Huskies walked it off in the ninth against the Bismark Larks to pick up their second straight win. The Huskies struck first with a two RBI double from Tony Monroy. The Larks would respond and kept things close throughout the game. Bismark would tie things up again in the seventh, sending…
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Duluth Places First in 4 Regatta Events

Duluth Rowing Club hosts 60th annual regatta.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Rowing Club hosted their 60th annual Duluth Rowing Regatta. 11 teams were in attendance participating in over 28 different events. Duluth placed first in the masters men’s double, the masters women’s 4, the masters men’s four and the junior men’s 8. “We had a bit of a shaky start. There was a crash, stuff like that….
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Row, Row, Row, Your Boat at the Duluth International Regatta

60th Annual Regatta featured boats up to 65 feet in length
Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.-The calming sounds of the lakeside are replaced with cheers and pep talks as the Duluth rowing club hosted the 60th Annual Duluth International Regatta, one of the larger regattas in the Northland. Rowers ranging from teenagers to 70-year–olds gather at the water’s edge to compete, support, and enjoy. And for anyone that thinks it’s a boring leisure activity,…
High School, Sports

Eveleth-Gilbert Falls in Blackwoods Open Semi-Finals

East Ridge took total control in the first semi-final game.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hockey in July continued on Saturday as Mars Lakeview Arena was packed for another night. Eveleth-Gilbert took on East Ridge in the first semi-final game of the night. The Golden Bears scored early in the first on a power play, but that was all they could do on offense. The Raptors would tie things up in the…
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Coaches Corner: Duluth FC

On this week's segment, we talk playoffs and world cup.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner, we sit down with Duluth FC head coach Joel Person along with midfielders Santiago Castro and Liam Moore. We talk about the Bluegreens’ upcoming playoff game and World Cup predictions. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports
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Hilltoppers Fall, Golden Bears Victorious at Blackwoods Open

East Ridge defeated Duluth Marshall and Eveleth-Gilbert knocked off Tartan in the opening round.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – All eyes were on Mars Lakeview Arena Friday night for the opening night of the Blackwoods Open hockey tournament, which featured eight teams competing throughout the weekend. In game one, Duluth Marshall fell to East Ridge 6-1. In the second game, it was Eveleth-Gilbert over Tartan 9-5. Categories: High School, Sports
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Saints’ Hovland and Yellowjackets’ Ruehl Nominated for Woman of the Year

Hovland and Ruehl are the only two from UMAC to be nominated.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- While her collegiate career at st. Scholastic on the track is over, Casey Hovland is continuing to pick up honors. Hovland was nominated for the 2018 NCAA woman of the year. The North Branch native competed in cross country and both indoor and outdoor track and field during her four years. Hovland became the first St. Scholastic athlete to…
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Shepard Dazzles During Wild Camp Scrimmage

The UMD junior goalie put on a show during the Wild's development camp.
Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – While some college kids are spending their summer on a beach somewhere, UMD junior goalie Hunter Shepard is already getting prepared for next season. The Bulldogs netminder is down at the Xcel Energy Center this week taking part in developmental camp with the Minnesota Wild. A team scrimmage was held yesterday and Shepard was one of…
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Four Huskies Selected to Northwoods League All-Star Game

The game will be played on July 24 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Northwoods League announced the rosters for the 2018 All-Star game, and four Duluth Huskies will be making the trip. Second baseman Augie Isaacson, shortstop Nick Sogard, catcher Chris Gilbody and left-handed pitcher Troy Newell will all represent the Huskies and North Division on July 24. Isaacson leads the league in multiple categories including batting average, hits,…
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Active Adventures: Minnesota Whitewater Rafting

Adrenaline Rush On The St. Louis River Whitewater Rafting With Meteorologist Brittney Merlot
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SCANLON, Minn. — With the recent heavy rainfall across the Northland, the river levels are high and the water is rushing! This makes for a perfect wild whitewater rafting experience! Join Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for this week’s Active Adventures at Minnesota Whitewater Rafting in Scanlon, as she takes us head first into the rapids! LOCATION: 3214 River Gate Ave, Cloquet, MN 55720…
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Huskies’ Parker Hanson Continues to Defy the Odds

Hanson was born with a unique disability, but he doesn't let that stop him from chasing his dreams.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – What separates the good athletes from the great ones is how they handle the challenges that come their way. For Huskies pitcher Parker Hanson, the adversity he has faced his whole life playing the game he loves goes beyond trying to strikeout the guy in the batters box. Hanson throw a 90 mile-an-hour fast ball and has…
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Bulldog Volleyball Headed to Amsoil

After 41 years, UMD volleyball will call Amsoil 'home' for a night.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was announced on Thursday that UMD volleyball will have it’s home opener against Bemidji State University at Amsoil Arena on September 6th. This will be the Bulldogs first time playing at Amsoil. It will also be the team’s first time playing a home match away from Romano gym, which has been the home to Bulldog volleyball since…
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Learning About Teamwork from the Minnesota Vikings

The Vikings returned to Duluth for their 10th annual Vikings Skills Camp.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, young Vikings fans from across the Northland made their way to Malosky Stadium for the 10th annual Vikings summer skills camp. The camp is designed to teach kids about the importance of teamwork. Former Vikings linebacker EJ Henderson has been coming to Duluth for the past three years and he says the camp has been…
High School, Sports

10th Annual Blackwoods Open Tournament

The hockey tournament will run Friday through Sunday.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Mars Lakeview arena will host the tenth annual Blackwoods Open hockey tournament beginning Friday. Eight teams will face off including Duluth Marshall, Eveleth-Gilbert and Superior. The event is a great chance for coaches to reconnect with their players who are just glad to get back on the ice. “Obviously everyone has other things going on in their lives. But…
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UMD Softball Hosts Camp

Local high school softball players learn from the Bulldogs.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD Softball is hosting their first summer camp for high school girls looking to improve their game. Although the camp is through UMD, other coaches from the area and across the country are attending to help build strong players. UMD head coach Jen Walter admits that the game is constantly changing and even she has things to…
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Huskies Lose Second Straight Game to Loggers

La Crosse silenced the Duluth bats early on to get the 8-3 win.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Things didn’t go well for the Duluth Huskies Wednesday night against the La Crosse Loggers. The Huskies didn’t get a hit until the fifth inning and couldn’t dig out of their hole as they fell 8-3. Justin Mitchell scored two of Duluth’s three runs. Michael McCann led the team with three hits. The Huskies will be back…
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Mrazova Moving Up to NWHL

Former Bulldog Katerina Mrazova signs with the Connecticut Whale.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Bulldog hockey player Katerina Mrazova has signed with the Connecticut Whale of the National Women’s Hockey League. The 25 year old just finished her career at UMD scoring 25 goals and notching 50 assists in 117 games. Mrazova has also been a part of the Czech Republic national team competing in many IIHF National championships. She joins…
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UMD’s Löwenhielm Signs with Connecticut Whale

The former Bulldog was also a memeber of the Swedish women's national hockey team.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former UMD Bulldog Michelle Löwenhielm has signed with the Connecticut Whale of the National Women’s Hockey League. The 23-year-old just wrapped up her career at UMD playing in 144 games, scoring ten goals and recording 32 assists. As a 19-year-old, she played on the Swedish women’s national hockey team at the 2014 Olympics. Löwenhielm also represented Sweden…
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Great Outdoors: Bike Camp at Spirit Mountain

The bike camp offers several programs based on the child's age and experience.
Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week was the start of Spirit Mountain’s Annual bike camp for young adventurers. It’s where kids as young as six are taking it to the trails on their bikes. These kids know how to get into gear at Spirit Mountain’s Annual Bike Camp. That’s where you’ll find kids like six–year–old Amelia Allen and seven–year–old Bella Harala….
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28 Teams Take Part in Enger Park Ladies Invitational Tournament

The tourney is organized to raise money for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Duluth.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Over 100 women came to the enger park golf course Tuesday morning for a special Ladies Invitational Tournament. The event is hosted by the Ladies Early Risers Golf League as they look to raise money for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Duluth. This is the fifth year of the event which raises nearly $3,000…
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UMD Men Host Summer Basketball Camp

This is the second camp the Bulldogs have hosted this summer, with one more coming in August.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – During the summer, UMD’s campus is usually pretty empty. But this week, that’s not the case as several sports camps are taking place, including one at the Ward Wells Fieldhouse for the men’s basketball team. Over 80 kids are signed up for UMD’s second camp of the summer. The campers will learn about the fundamentals which includes…
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Former CSS Softball Star Hudack Named New Head Coach at Northland College

The Ashland native was the UMAC Player of the Year for the Saints in 2014.
Sam Ali,

ASHLAND, Wisc. – Northland College Athletics and Athletic Director Kim Falkenhagen has named Tiffany Hudack the new head softball coach for the Lumberjills. Hudack is an Ashland native and was most recently the assistant softball coach at St. Scholastica from 2015 to 2016. Hudack played collegiately for the Saints where she put together a .348 career batting average, with 443…
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Huskies Open Homestand with Win over Rox

Duluth knocked off St. Cloud 6-2 Monday night at Wade Stadium.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a four-game road trip, the Duluth Huskies were back at home Monday night at Wade Stadium. They hosted St. Cloud in the second game of a home-and-home series. The Huskies would knock off the Rox 6-2. Michael McCann led the team with three hits. Auggie Isaacson and Nicholas Sogard each scored twice for the Huskies, who…
College, Sports

Jolene Anderson to be Inducted into Badgers’ Hall of Fame

The Superior native in the all-time leading scorer at the University of Wisconsin.
Sam Ali,

MADISON, Wisc. – Superior native and former South Shore basketball star Jolene Anderson will be inducted in to the University of Wisconsin’s Hall of Fame. The prolific guard, who was born in Superior, but went to school in Port Wing, is the second all–time leading scorer in Wisconsin state history, just below fellow South Shore alum Megan Gustafson who passed…
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Yellowjackets Host Fundamental Basketball Skills Camp

The camp is designed to sharpen the skills that sometimes are forgotten.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The University of Wisconsin-Superior men’s basketball team opened their Fundamental Skills Camp at the Mertz Mortorelli Gym Monday morning. The camp is open to athletes from third grade to 12th grade, which gives these “ballers” a chance to work on important skills at a young age. “We’ve got a real good relationship with the local high school…
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Former Greyhound Rick Rickert Retires From Professional Basketball

The Duluth native was named Minnesota Mr. Basketball back in 2001.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former Duluth basketball star Rick Rickert has retired from professional basketball. The 2001 Minnesota Mr. Basketball winner graduated from Duluth East with a lot of hype behind him. He played college basketball at the University of Minnesota, where he became the first ever Gopher to win the Big Ten Freshman of the Year award. Although he was…