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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
DULUTH, Minn. – Naomi Rogge scored the only two goals of the game and Maddie Rooney notched 24 saves as the UMD women’s hockey team picked up the 2-0 win over Bemidji State to sweep the weekend series. Rogge scored both of her goals in the first period, and finished with four goals on the weekend. Ashton Bell had the…
DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with the Wisconsin-Superior men’s soccer team, including head coach Joe Mooney, as well as team captains Eric Watson and Adrian Leal. Among the topics discussed are the Yellowjackets undefeated UMAC season so far, as well as their chance at winning their first regular season conference title this weekend on Senior…
MAPLE, Wisc. – In the opening round of the Division 4 WIAA playoffs, Northwestern had no trouble with Ellsworth as they win it 42-8. In Division 4 action, Ashland fell at home to Sparta 36-8. And in eight-man, Northwood/Solon Springs defeated Shell Lake 45-12. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports
DULUTH, Minn. – In their final non-conference series at home, the UMD men’s hockey team blasted Maine 8-2 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. The teams combined to score five goals in the opening period, but the Bulldogs would pull away with four goals in the second period and two in the third. Eight different Bulldogs scored in this one, including…
DULUTH, Minn. – In a re-match of last season’s first round of the WCHA playoffs, the UMD women’s hockey team knock off Bemidji State 6-1 Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Naomi Rogge led the Bulldogs with two goals. Anneke Linser, Gabbie Hughes, Jalyn Elmes and Ashton Bell all lit the lamp for UMD as well. Maddie Rooney finished with 27…
OULU, Wis. — In this week’s Active Adventures, Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot gets us lost in a corn maze! Just a short 40 minute ride from Duluth/Superior or 45 minutes from Ashland or Hayward. The field is tucked away in beautiful Bayfield county on Ken Johnson’s farm. When you get there, go right into the barn and get your ticket…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior took down New Richmond in three straight sets to advance to WIAA regional final. The Spartans will travel to No. 4 Eau Claire Saturday. In Minnesota volleyball action, after being down 2-0 Duluth Marshall forced five sets to get the 3-2 win over Duluth East. The Hilltoppers end the season 9-7 while the Greyhounds look ahead to…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Cinderella story continued for Duluth Marshall as they upset Chisago Lakes in a 4-0 shutout victory to claim the section 7A title Wednesday night at Ordean Field. Baamlak Haugen had two goals for the Hilltoppers, while Victoria Thorson and Gianna Kneepkens also found the back of the net. Duluth Marshall earned its first section title in program…
DULUTH, Minn. – Jon Faynik scores twice as Duluth Denfeld blanks Grand Rapids 3-0 to win the section 7A title Thursday night at Ordean Stadium. Keegan Chastey would also score late in the second half, while Eric Gibson finishes the section tournament without allowing a single goal. The Hunters now return to the state tournament for the first time in…
DULUTH, Minn. – For the UMD women’s hockey team, they’ll be back at home this weekend as they take on Bemidji State, the team that knocked the Bulldogs out of the WCHA tournament last season in the first round. Needless to say, the ladies are especially excited to get this series going. “Personally, I love playing against Bemidji. They’re what…
DULUTH, Minn. – When there’s a new guy on the team, sometimes not a lot is expected of them. The UMD men’s hockey team have some guys who are contributing immediately, including forward Tanner Laderoute. The Edmonton, Alberta, Canada native scored two goals last Saturday at Michigan Tech. And while he couldn’t come up with a memorable celebration, the moment…
MN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCORES Hermantown 0, Cloquet 14 Hibbing 7, Duluth East 47 North Branch 57, Proctor 6 Esko 20, Mora 28 International Falls 42, Virginia 20 Aitkin 8, Moose Lake-Willow River 27 Duluth Denfeld 28, Grand Rapids 22 Two Harbors 45, Eveleth-Gilbert 8 9-MAN FOOTBALL SCORES Cook County 24, South Ridge 28 Onamia 6, Carlton 56 Littlefork-Big Falls…
DULUTH, Minn. – Becca Rancour would score the lone goal as the St. Scholastica women’s soccer team defeated UW-River Falls 1-0 Wednesday afternoon at Saints Field. Roni Rudolph finished with six saves on the day. The Duluth native has allowed just one goal in her past 957 minutes of action. The Saints improve to 9-4-2 on the season as they…
DULUTH, Minn. – Julian Beckrich scored the game-winner in overtime as Duluth Denfeld squeaked by Hermantown 1-0 Tuesday night in the section 7A semi-finals at Public Schools Stadium. The Hunters move on to face Grand Rapids, who defeated Duluth Marshall 3-0. That match will be at 8 o’clock Thursday night at Duluth East High School. In girls action, Duluth Marshall…
DULUTH, Minn. – Class AA Mr. Soccer nominee Seth Hoffman scored twice as Duluth East knocked off Blaine 4-1 to win the Section 7AA championship, their second in a row. Will Francis and Michael Reichhoff also scored for the Greyhounds. They now get set for the state tournament which begins next week. Categories: High School, Sports
DULUTH, Minn. – It was a bittersweet start to the week for the UMD football team. First, the Bulldogs made it to #5 on the latest AFCA poll. Then the team found out that they’ve lost their starting quarterback. Head coach Curt Wiese confirmed Tuesday that sophomore QB John Larson will be out for the rest of the season with…
DULUTH, Minn. – UMD volleyball’s Emily Torve was named NSIC Setter of the Week for the fourth consecutive time, which is believed to be a record within the conference. The junior leads the country in assists per set. But she says it’s impossible to get those numbers without help from her teammates. “It’s a great recognition, but it’s really due…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth East boys soccer’s Corey Bachand was named Class AA Boys Coach of the Year. In his first year with the team, he led the Greyhounds to an unbeaten season at 14–0–2. Bachand, who was an assistant for the girls team, came in to replace Nick Bremer back in April of this year. Bachand also worked on…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth East head boys hockey coach Mike Randolph was inducted into the Minnesota State High School Coaches Association Hall of fame this past weekend. He has spent the past 29 seasons with the Greyhounds, racking up 622 wins, third all–time within the state, which includes two state titles. Duluth East is coming off a bitter sweet season…
CARLTON, Minn. – In prep volleyball action, Carlton swept McGregor at home 3-0 Monday night. That win extended the Bulldogs win streak to 17 matches. They will wrap up their season Tuesday night at home against Cook County. In other action, Esko played their final match of the season against South Ridge and the Eskomos got the win 3-1. Taiya…
MADISON, Wis.- After getting the board first with a goal by Ashton Bell, Minnesota Duluth fell to Wisconsin 3-1 losing the series. Maddie Rooney was in net with 40 saves. The Bulldogs return home for their series against Bemidji State at Amsoil Arena Friday. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS women’s soccer team defeated Hamline with a mere goal scored in the 25th minute of the game by freshman Morgan Friday. Roni Rudolph was in goal making six saves for her ninth shutout game of the season. The Saints are now 8-4-2. Their next game will be Wednesday as they host Wisconsin-River Falls. Categories: College, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s soccer team fell to St. Thomas 3-1. Jordan Finneran scored for the Saints in the 28th minute of the game leading the Saints 1-0 into halftime. But in the second half the Tommies would score 3 goals to ultimately win the game. Nicholas Semaan was in net for the Saints with seven saves on…
MAPLE, Wis.- The last time the Northwestern Tigers went 9–0 was back in 2010 and if you ask anyone for a reason behind their success they’ll give you one name: Reagan Ruffi. “Teams that have a record similar to ours, they’ve got some exceptional players and that’s what Reagan is. He is an exceptional player. But he leads not only on…
BOYS SECTION 7A QUARTERFINALS Duluth Denfeld 4 Legacy Christian 0 Duluth Marshall 5 Proctor 0 Hermantown 1 North Branch 0 GIRLS SECTION 7A QUARTERFINALS Two Harbors 1 Duluth Marshall 5 Cloquet 3 Duluth Denfeld 1 Hermantown 6 Zimmerman 0 Chisago Lakes 2 Esko 0 Categories: High School, Sports
DULUTH, Minn.- With strong performances on both sides of the ball, St. Scholastica took down Greenville 47-13. Zach Edwards was under center completing 34 for 59 with 386 passing yards and seven touchdowns. Four of those seven were to wide receiver Aaron Olson. The Saints move up to 4-2 on the season and 4-1 in UMAC play. They look forward…
DULUTH, Minn.- After QB1 John Larson left the game with an injury, Mike Rybarczyk steps up to lead Minnesota Duluth to a 42-13 victory over Southwest Minnesota State. Rybarczyk came into the game rushing for a career high of 111 yards on 13 carries while throwing for 97 yards and one touchdown. The Bulldogs move to 7-0 on the season and…
HOUGHTON, MI.- Minnesota Duluth defeated Michigan Tech 5-2 to sweep the Huskies in a two game series. After a quiet first period, the Bulldogs managed to score all five goals in the second. Dylan Samberg scored first followed by Riley Tufte, Parker Mackay and two by Tanner Laderoute. Hunter Shephard was in goal with 11 saves on 13 shots. UMD…
