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Yellowjackets Men’s Soccer Win to Set Up UMAC Title Rematch with Saints

The Wisconsin-Superior men's soccer team defeated Crown College 6-2 in the UMAC semi-finals
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – A five-goal outburst in the second half gave the Wisconsin-Superior men’s soccer team the win over Crown College 6-2 Wednesday night in the UMAC semi-finals. James Bruce scored two goals, while Blake Doyea, Elliot Chapman, Fernando Bicalho and Eric Watson also found the back of the net for the Yellowjackets. The win sets up a fourth-straight UMAC…
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Yellowjackets, Saints Fall in UMAC Volleyball Tournament

Wisconsin-Superior fell to Minnesota Morris 3-2, while St. Scholastica lost to Northwestern 3-1.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – In the UMAC volleyball semi-finals, #2 seed Wisconsin-Superior went the distance with #3 seed Minnesota Morris. However, the Cougars would get the upset as they get the win 3-2. Taylor Howe led the Yellowjackets with 20 kills while Emily VerWay finished with 50 assists. In the other semi-final, top-seeded Northwestern defeated St. Scholastica 3-1. Categories: College, Sports
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Saints Men’s Soccer Advance to 13th Straight UMAC Title Game

The St. Scholastica men's soccer team defeated Martin Luther 4-1 in the UMAC semi-finals.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Three different Saints scored, along with an own goal, as the St. Scholastica men’s soccer team knocked off Martin Luther 4-1 in the UMAC semi-finals Wednesday afternoon. Darby Henderson, Jordan Finneran and Luke Buckton all scored for CSS, who will be playing in their 13th consecutive UMAC title game. And for the fourth straight season, the Saints…
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Yellowjacket Women Stun Saints in UMAC Semi-Finals

The Wisconsin-Superior women's soccer team pulled off another upset in the UMAC tournament.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Freshman Erin Schoborg scored with 37 seconds left as the Wisconsin-Superior women’s soccer team get another upset win as they top #1 seed St. Scholastica 1-0 in the UMAC semi-finals at Saints Field. Goalie Madison Gutekunst finished with 10 saves for UWS, who were outshot by CSS 30-3. The Yellowjackets now advance to the UMAC title game…
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Greyhounds Top Skippers to Advance to the State Championship Game

The Duluth East boys soccer team defeated Minnetonka 2-0 in the Class AA state semi-finals.
Sam Ali,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Will Francis notches his second straight two-goal game as the Duluth East boys soccer team defeated Minnetonka 2-0 in the Class AA state semi-finals at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Greyhounds now move on to the state championship game to face Stillwater Friday at 5:30 p.m. Categories: High School, Sports
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UMD WR Ibeneme Shines in Bulldogs Blowout Win

The junior wideout finished with a career-high three touchdown catches.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team is coming off a blowout win over Minnesota Crookston and the lopsided score gave a few players some extra time to shine, including junior wide receiver Obi Ibeneme. The Eagan, MN native finished with six catches, 118 yards and three touchdowns. “It felt really good. That’s for sure. I just took advantage of…
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Agates Football Seeking First Section Title in 41 Years

The Two Harbors football team haven't won a section championship since 1977.
Sam Ali,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – In the Section 7 AAA high school football championship game, Two Harbors is looking for their first section title since 1977. The Agates have had their chances, appearing in four section title games in the past decade. But each time, they haven’t been able to get over the hump. “We had a lot of good teams,…
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Bulldog Men’s Basketball Open Season with Exhibition Vs. Gophers

The UMD men's basketball team will take on Minnesota at Williams Arena.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD men’s basketball team have been gearing up for their regular season to begin. Before that, the Bulldogs will have an exhibition game down in Minneapolis against the University of Minnesota, a match up that the team is very much excited for. “It’s super insane. UMD is a great place with a great court, but the…
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Greyhounds Soccer Ready for Another Shot at State Semi-Finals

The Duluth East boys soccer team will take on Minnetonka in the Class AA state semi-finals.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Everyone always wants a do–over. One team that really wants one is the Duluth east boys soccer team, after falling in the Class AA semi–finals last season. And they’ll get their chance Wednesday at U.S. Bank Stadium as they take on fourth-seeded Minnetonka. The players admit that last season they were just happy to be there. But…
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Yellowjackets Survive PKs to Win First Ever Playoff Game

The Wisconsin-Superior women's soccer team defeated Minnesota Morris 5-4 in penalty kicks.
Sam Ali,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Claire Smith scored the go-ahead goal and Madison Gutekunst got the final save as the Wisconsin-Superior women’s soccer team knocked off Minnesota Morris 5-4 in penalty kicks in the first round of the UMAC playoffs Monday night at the NBC Spartans Sports Complex. It is the first playoff win in program history for the Yellowjackets, who move…
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Saints Volleyball Sweep Vikings, Move On to UMAC Semi-Finals

The St. Scholastica volleyball team won their first playoff game since 2015.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Brooke Scherman finished with 11 kills and 19 digs as the St. Scholastica volleyball team swept Bethany Lutheran 3-0 in the first round of the UMAC tournament Monday night at the Reif Gym. Elli Greenwaldt chipped in with 20 assists to help the Saints win their first playoff match since 2015. It was the 21st straight win…
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Yellowjackets Top Seed as UMAC Men’s Soccer Tournament Starts This Week

The College of St. Scholastica is the No. 2 seed in the tournament.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – After clinching their first ever regular season conference title, the University of Wisconsin-Superior men’s soccer team is the No. 1 seed in the UMAC Tournament. The Yellowjackets posted an 11-0-1 record in conference play as the road to the title game this week runs through Superior. The College of St. Scholastica will also be battling it out…
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Northern Star: Markus Pokornowski

The junior running back helped lead the Lumberjacks to the Section 7AAAA Championship.
Claudia Chakamian,

CLOQUET, Minn. – If you’ve attended a Cloquet football game at all this season, you’ve definitely heard the name Markus Pokornowski blare over the stadium speakers. His success on the field goes beyond natural athleticism. “Obviously he’s a good athlete but he’s really coach-able. He’s worked hard to get better at things when he doesn’t have the football. He’s a…
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Yellowjackets Women’s Hockey Falls Late in Season Opener

Amanda Sergent scored the only goal for Wisconsin-Superior
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Amanda Sergent scored in the second period for Wisconsin-Superior but that one goal wouldn’t be enough as the Yellowjackets fall 2-1 in the season opener. Sergent’s goal tied things up but Gustavus Adolphus would score in the third period to get the win. The Yellowjackets will be back at home on Tuesday hosting Hamline. Categories: College, Sports
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Bulldogs Women’s Hockey Falls Late to Huskies

UMD and St. Cloud State split the weekend series.
Claudia Chakamian,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team jumped out to a 2-1 lead in the second period but they couldn’t get anything else going on offense as St. Cloud State scored two unanswered goals to win it 3-2 and split the weekend series. Naomi Rogge and Ryleigh Houston scored for the Bulldogs while Maddie Rooney made 18 saves….
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Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Tops Fighting Irish, Sweeps Weekend Series

Kobe Roth, Jackson Cates and Noah Cates all scored for UMD on Saturday.
Claudia Chakamian,

SOUTH BEND, Ind. – The UMD men’s hockey team scored a goal in each period as the Bulldogs once again defeated top-ranked Notre Dame 3-1, sweeping the weekend series. Kobe Roth, Jackson Cates and Noah Cates all scored for the Bulldogs while Hunter Shepard made 27 saves. UMD will be on a bye next week, then return to AMSOIL Arena…
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Yellowjackets Volleyball Win Season Finale

Wisconsin Superior sweeps North Central for final regular season game.
Mariah Janos,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Wisconsin Superior sweeps North Central in their final match of the regular season securing the #2 seed in the UMAC tournament. Taylor Howe lead with 9 kills while Emily Verway had 31 assists. The Yellowjackets end the season 20-11 overall and 14-2 in conference play. They now look ahead to the UMAC playoffs on Wednesday where they will take…
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Bulldogs, Cardinals, Hunters Volleyball Move Onto Section Semifinals

Carlton, Cromwell and Duluth Denfeld will play in the section semi finals on October 31st.
Mariah Janos,

SECTION 7A Carlton 3, Floodwood 0 Cromwell-Wright 3, Cook County 1 Deer River 3, Northwoods 2 Ely 3, Cherry 1 SECTION 7AA Duluth Marshall 0, Duluth Denfeld 3 North Branch 3, Esko 0 Proctor 1, Greenway 3 Hermantown 3, Virginia 0   Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports
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Tigers Dominate Blackhawks, Advance to WIAA Quarterfinals

Reagan Ruffi rushed for 267 yards, breaking the single-season rushing record at Northwestern, a record he set himself last year.
Claudia Chakamian,

MAPLE, Wis. – Northwestern continued its undefeated season on Friday night as it dominated Baldwin-Woodville, 42-6. Quarterback Jake Brill scored a touchdown of his own, taking the snap and running it 73 yards into the end zone for the score. Reagan Ruffi rushed for 267 yards and three touchdowns on the night. He also broke the single-season rushing record at…
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Freshman Soderberg Starts in Net, Leads Bulldog Women over Huskies

Emma Soderberg finished with 15 saves as UMD knocked off St. Cloud State 2-1.
Sam Ali,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – With Maddie Rooney getting the night off, freshman Emma Soderberg started in net for the UMD women’s hockey team. And she showed out, finishing with 15 saves as the Bulldogs beat St. Cloud State 2-1. Anna Klein and Anneke Linser lit the lamp for UMD, who outshot the Huskies 41-16. The Bulldogs are on a three-game…
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Bulldog Men’s Hockey Come Back to Beat Top-Ranked Fighting Irish

Two late goals in the third gave UMD the come-from-behind win over Notre Dame.
Sam Ali,

SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Hermantown native Dylan Samberg scored the go-ahead goal late in the third period as the UMD men’s hockey team stunned top-ranked Notre Dame 3-2 Friday night in a rematch of last season’s national championship game. Parker Mackay and Nick Swaney also scored for the Bulldogs, who get their fifth straight win. Game 2 of this series…
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Ghosts and Goblins Take Over Yard in Gary New Duluth

FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich Enjoys Spooking Children and Adults Every Year at His Home in Gary New Duluth
Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21 Meteorologist Brittney Merlot takes us on a thrilling tour of Photojournalist Adam Jagunich’s haunted Halloween yard located in Gary New Duluth. Jagunich spends countless hours preparing for his Halloween display every year, all to make sure children and adults in the Gary New Duluth neighborhood come out on Halloween night…
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Greyhounds Knock Off Cougars, Advance to State Semi-finals

The Duluth East boys soccer team are heading to U.S. Bank Stadium for the second consecutive season.
Sam Ali,

CHISAGO LAKES, Minn. – Will Francis scored twice as the top-ranked Duluth East boys soccer team knocked off Centennial 4-2 in the Class AA state quarterfinals at Chisago Lakes High School. Sean Breuninghaus and Michael Reichhoff also score for the Greyhounds, who are heading back to the state semi-finals for the second consecutive season. Duluth East will face Minnetonka next…
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#428WallSitChallenge Spreads to UMD, CSS Softball Programs

The challenge is in honor of a Mississippi softball player who lost her life to ovarian cancer.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Mississippi State softball player Alex Wilcox held a wall sit for 4 minutes and 28 seconds just days after undergoing chemotherapy treatment. Wilcox was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2015 but continued to play softball and committed Mississippi State a year later. This past June Wilcox lost her battle to this grueling disease at 18 years of age….
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Hawks Football Hosting Red-Hot Vikings in Section Semi-Finals

Hermantown defeated North Branch 16-6 back in Week 2.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – In the other section 7AAAA semi–final, Hermantown will face off against North Branch. These two teams met back in Week 2 and it was the Hawks getting the win. But the Vikings closed the regular season on a five-game win streak, so Hermantown will need to play their best to secure a spot in the section finals….
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Lumberjacks Football Look to Take Down High-Flying Hunters

Cloquet knocked off Duluth Denfeld 34-12 at Public Schools Stadium back in Week 2.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The section semi–finals will take place on Saturday. One of the best match–ups will be in Section 7AAAA. The #1 seed Cloquet will take on fourth-seeded Duluth Denfeld. The Hunters are coming off a big win in the first round against Hibbing. However, these teams last met back in Week 2 and it was the Lumberjacks who…
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Bulldogs to Visit Notre Dame for National Championship Rematch

These two teams will meet in South Bend in a battle of top-3 ranked teams.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – About seven months ago, the UMD men’s hockey team won their second ever national championship. On the other bench was Notre Dame, who weren’t too happy about the loss. Starting Friday night in South Bend, the top-ranked Fighting Irish will look to avenge that loss against the third-ranked Bulldogs. “Yeah I think it’s in the back of…
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Twins Hire ex-Rays Player, Coach Rocco Baldelli as Manager

The Minnesota Twins have hired Tampa Bay Rays assistant coach Rocco Baldelli as their new manager, seeking a young voice to help revive a struggling team.
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.-The Minnesota Twins have hired Tampa Bay Rays assistant coach Rocco Baldelli as their new manager, seeking a young voice to help revive a struggling team. The 37-year-old Baldelli replaces Paul Molitor, who was fired after four seasons with a 305-343 record. Baldelli will be the youngest manager in the major leagues, the first skipper ever born in the…
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Prep Volleyball: Playoff Action Continues in Section 7A, 7AA

Section 7A had second round action, while Section 7AA began the tournament tonight.
Sam Ali,

SECTION 7A – ROUND TWO Barnum 0 Carlton 3 Wrenshall 2 Floodwood 3 South Ridge 1 Cromwell-Wright 3 Mountain Iron-Buhl 0 North Woods 3 Bigfork 0 Cherry 3 Mesabi East 1 Ely 3 SECTION 7AA – ROUND ONE Mora 0 North Branch 3 Cloquet 2 Esko 3 Aitkin 1 Duluth Marshall 3 Pine City 0 Duluth Denfeld 3 International Falls…
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Greyhounds Looking to Focus on Themselves Instead of Opponent

The Duluth East boys soccer team will kick off their journey in the state tournament on Thursday.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth East boys soccer team are going into the Class AA state tournament as the #1 overall seed. Their first opponent will be Centennial. But instead of focusing on the Cougars, the Greyhounds will just stick to what got them to this point. “You don’t want to look to deep into them. You want to know…
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Hunters Boys Soccer Will Be Tested in First Round of State Tournament

Duluth Denfeld will take on top-seeded Blake School in a rematch of the 2016 Class A quarterfinals.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a one-year absence, the Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team are back in the Class A state tournament. And right out the gate, the Hunters will have a tall task in trying to take down the top-seeded Blake School. Despite all the high level competition, there could be a mental relief if Denfeld is able to dismantle…
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MN Prep Football Playoff Highlights and Scores from 10/23/18

Duluth Denfeld, Cromwell-Wright and Carlton move on with big home wins.
Sam Ali,

9-MAN SECTION 5 McGregor 20 Cromwell-Wright 63 Hill City/Northland 14 Carlton 28 9-MAN SECTION 7 Bigfork 0 Mountain Iron-Buhl 68 Ely 28 Littlefork-Big Falls 30 SECTION 7AA Mesabi East 28 Barnum 18 Eveleth-Gilbert 8 Royalton 56 SECTION 7AAA Proctor 21 International Falls 0 Esko 25 Virginia 0 SECTION 7AAAA Hibbing 8 Duluth Denfeld 39 Grand Rapids 12 North Branch 52…
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Hilltopper Girls Soccer Look to Keep Magic Going in State Tourney

The Duluth Marshall girls soccer team have an upset on their minds as they will take on Orono.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Cinderella story continues for the Duluth Marshall girls soccer team as they get set for the Class A state tourney Wednesday against #2 seed Orono. The Hilltoppers needed two upsets to win the section so they have full embraced the underdog role and will take it with them Wednesday night. “We think that we’ll do fine…
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Bulldogs Football Earn Top Spot in NCAA D2 Super Region 4 Rankings

The rankings determine who advances the national playoff tournament.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – After getting a big road win this past weekend at Winona State, the UMD football team are still undefeated at 8–0. This week, they stayed put at #5 in the American Football Coaches Association polls. However, the first NCAA D2 Super Region 4 ranks were released this week and the Bulldogs were on top. Although those rankings…
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Rogge, Perunovich Named Top Stars in NCAA D1 Hockey

The UMD men's and women's hockey team each earned top honors from the NCAA.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD Bulldogs were on top of both lists of the top stars in Division I hockey for this past weekend. On the men’s side, Scott Perunovich was named the top star in the country after scoring six points in UMD’s home sweep over Maine. On the women’s side, Naomi Rogge earned top star honors after scoring…
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Perunovich, Wolff Named NCHC Players of the Week

Scott Perunovich was named Offensive Player of the Week while Nick Wolff took defensive honors.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD men’s hockey linemates Scott Perunovich and Nick Wolff earned weekly honors from the NCHC. Perunovich was named Offensive Player of the Week while Wolff was named Defensive Player of the Week. Perunovich finished the weekend with six points to help the Bulldogs get the home sweep over Maine. Wolff chipped in with five points and was…
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Saints Soccer Sweep Northland College in Doubleheader

The St. Scholastica men's and women's soccer teams got shutout wins at home against Northland College.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Nolan Friday scored the first two goals of his collegiate career as the St. Scholastica men’s soccer team blanked Northland College 6-0 Monday afternoon at Saints Field. Juan Ochoa, Darby Henderson, Armin Bobaric and Sam Brickley also scored for the Saints. For the women’s match, Kaiya Quam scored in the 80th minute as CSS hangs on to…
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Hunters Football Set for First Home Playoff Game in Nine Years

The Denfeld football team will take on Hibbing in the first round of the Section 7AAAA tournament.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been a long time since the Denfeld football team has hosted a playoff game, 2009 to be exact. So Public Schools Stadium will be the place to be Tuesday night. The Hunters have one of the most explosive offenses, as evident by their 30-point first quarter two weeks ago against Hibbing. And now Denfeld will take…
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First Game Played at St. Luke’s Sports and Events Center

The arena had their grand opening two weeks ago, but Sunday was the first time a game was played there.
Claudia Chakamian,

PROCTOR, Minn. – The new St. Luke’s Sports and Event Center in Proctor held its grand opening two weeks ago, but players finally took the ice on Sunday in the arena’s the first ever game. Proctor Bantam A’s played Superior to open their 2018 season. This game being played marks the end of almost a year of construction and five years of…
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Bulldogs Soccer Shuts Out Cougars

Nan Glinsek scored the lone goal of the game while Carlye Wright made five saves.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – It would take 55 minutes, but Nan Glinsek finally broke the scoreless tie to give UMD the 1-0 win over Sioux Falls on Sunday to keep the Bulldogs in the postseason hunt. Glinsek’s goal in the second half was her fourth of the year, which leads the team. Carlye Wright made five saves in the game. The…
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Northern Star: Hannah Norlin

In this week's segment, we talk to a senior forward on the Wisconsin-Superior basketball team.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Hannah Norlin is a UWS senior playing the game that has taught her invaluable life lessons. “Basketball has been a huge role because of all the time spent. It is something that really helps with your work ethic. You are constantly working and trying new things, learning new skills and not giving up,” Norlin said. Her work…
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Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Edge Black Bears, Complete Weekend Sweep

Two goals in the second would help seal the win for Minnesota Duluth
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a dominant win the night before, the second game was much closer but UMD men’s hockey edged out Maine to get the 3-2 win and sweep the Black Bears. Cole Koepke, Riley Tufte and Noah Cates all recorded goals for the Bulldogs in the win. Hunter Shepard made 18 saves. The Bulldogs improve to 4-1-1 and…
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Yellowjackets Shutout Rams, Claim Share of 2018 UMAC Regular Season Title

This is the first time in program history Wisconsin-Superior has won the regular season title.
Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Elliot Chapman scored the only two goals for the Yellowjackets but that would be enough as Wisconsin-Superior topped North Central 2-0 to claim a share of the UMAC regular season title. The game was quiet until Chapman scored both goals in the second half to lead the Yellowjackets to the win. Dalton VonKaenel recorded two saves in…
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Saints Sweep Storm in Doubleheader

The men and women St. Scholastica soccer teams each scored three goals over Crown on Saturday.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica faced Crown for a doubleheader on Saturday, and the men and women came out victorious over the Storm. The women posted a shutout over Crown, winning it 3-0. Morgan Friday, Becca Rancour and Kaiya Quam all scored for the Saints, while Roni Rudolph recorded a save in her 12th shutout of the season. The men…
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Saints Football Shutout at Home

This was the first time St. Scholastica was shut out at home in program history.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Scholastica football team struggled to get anything going on offense as Thomas More dominated from start to finish to get the 35-0 win. This was the first time CSS was shut out at home in program history. Zach Edwards completed 15 passes for 154 yards but threw two interceptions in the loss. Thomas More quarterback…
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Bulldogs Football Stays Undefeated, Tops Warriors

Minnesota Duluth scored 13 points in the first quarter to come out on top.
Claudia Chakamian,

WINONA, Minn. – UMD football scored early and often to win its eighth game of the season and stay undefeated, beating Winona State 37-17. Mike Rybarczyk made his first start of the season and did not disappoint, completing 12 of 24 passes for 162 yards. He also ran in two touchdowns of his own and caught a touchdown from Nate…