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UMD Volleyball Holds First Practice of 2018

Bulldog Volleyball is back and the team is already looking forward to the NCAA tournament.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD volleyball had their first practice of 2018. After getting picked to finish third in the NSIC preseason poll, the Bulldogs are ready to get things started. UMD is coming off of a successful 2017 season, falling in the regional finals of the NCAA tournament. The Bulldogs are using those emotions to propel them through this time around. “We made…
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MSHSL No Longer Reimbursing Schools for State Tourney Expenses

The announcement comes after an increase in venue costs and drop in ticket sales.
Sam Ali,

BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. – The Minnesota State High School League has announced that they will no longer be reimbursing schools for state tournament expenses. The decision was made based on the rise in state tournament venue costs and a drop in ticket sales. In the 2017–18 season, more than 56,000 fewer tickets were sold compared to the year before. This…
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Great Outdoors: Fishing With Cops at Chambers Grove

Kids learn more about local police officers and how to fish at the second annual event.
Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Local police officers took the opportunity to get outside and bond with kids, hoping to build relationships and bridge the gap between the two. Several Duluth police officers met up about 20 kids at Chambers Grove on Monday for the second annual Hooked on Fishing event. “What better way to interact with the kids, bond with the…
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First Practice A Success for UMD Football

The Bulldogs wrapped their first practice of 2018 Tuesday morning at Malosky Stadium.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD football team held their first practice for the 2018 season Tuesday morning at Malosky Stadium. No pads for Day One as the team just tries to get their feet under them as they step on Griggs Field for the first time as a team since the spring. And the hype is real as the Bulldogs…
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Local Hockey Community Reacts to Plante’s HOF Induction

Plante's son Derek and former Hawks player Adam Krause send congrats to the newly-minted Hall of Famer.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, former Hermantown hockey coach Bruce Plante was named a member of the Minnesota State High School Coaches Hall of Fame Class of 2018. It’s a big moment for Plante’s son Derek, who had a successful career at UMD, as well as winning a Stanley Cup with the Dallas Stars in 1999. And although his dad…
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UMD Volleyball Picked to Finish 3rd in NSIC Poll

The Bulldogs are aiming for their first NSIC title since 2014.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD volleyball team was picked to finish third in the NSIC preseason coaches poll. The Bulldogs will be looking for their 25th conference title this upcoming season and their first since 2014. But it will be tough when you play in the same conference as Concordia St. Paul who are the defending Division II national champs….
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Blitz to Host Northstars in MPFL Championship Game

The game will be held at Egerdahl Field in Proctor on Saturday night.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The MPFL championship game will be played right in our backyard. The Northland Blitz will host the Tri–city Northstars Saturday August 11th at Egerdahl Field in Proctor. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. It will be the first championship appearance for the Blitz and their first time facing the Northstars this season. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports
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Huskies Taking Part in Major League Dreams Showcase

The event allows players to show their skills in front of MLB scouts.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Six Duluth Huskies are in action at the 2018 Major League Dreams Showcase. The annual Showcase will consist of a double-header featuring the top players from the Northwoods League who were selected by a panel of Major League Baseball Scouts. The players will participate in a day of workouts in front of scouts which will be followed…
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Contract Not Renewed For Former CEC Hockey Coach Smalley

This comes five days after Smalley rescinded his resignation as head coach of the boys hockey team.
Sam Ali,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet superintendent Mike Cary announced that the school board voted to not renew the contract of Kevin Smalley as the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys hockey coach. Two weeks ago, Smalley resigned as head coach of the team after one season. But this past Thursday, Smalley rescinded his resignation. However, the board decided to go in a different direction and…
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Bruce Plante to be Inducted into MHCA Hall of Fame

The former Hermantown coach won three state title for the Hawks.
Sam Ali,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Minnesota High School Coaches Association has announced that Bruce Plante will be a member of the Hall of Fame Class of 2018. Plante retired back in 2017 after leading Hermantown to their second straight Class A state title and their third in school history. In 28 seasons as Hawks head coach, Plante won 547 games and…
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Huskies Top Express in Home Finale

Duluth defeated Eau Claire 6-2 Sunday afternoon at Wade Stadium.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies defeated the Eau Claire Express 6-2 Sunday afternoon for the last home game of the summer. The Huskies finished the season with a 27-9 record at home. The key to Sunday’s victory was playing small ball and capitalizing on Eau Claire’s errors. Jack Corbell was on the mound for the Huskies, going seven innings only allowing…
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Northland Blitz to Take On Tri City Northstars in Championship Game

The Blitz defeated the Mudd Dawgs 18-16 to advance to MFPL Championship.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Northland Blitz are headed to the MFPL Championship after defeating the Minnesota Mudd Dawgs 18–16. The Blitz knew going into the semi-finals that it would not be easy as two of the Northland’s only three losses this season were to the Dawgs. The Blitz will take on the Tri City Northstars whom they have yet to face this…
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Krenzen To Join Sioux City Musketeers This Season

Hilltoppers' defenseman Nolan Krenzen taking his game to the next level.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Marshall defenseman Nolan Krenzen has made the decision to head to the USHL for the upcoming season with the Sioux City Musketeers. In his final season with the Hilltoppers, Krenzen put up 26 points in the regular season with 11 goals and 15 assists. Categories: High School, Sports
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Huskies Come Up Short in Loss to Eau Claire

Huskies come back in the bottom of the 8th not enough.
Mariah Janos,

  DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies fall short 10-9 to the Eau Claire Express in game one of the Huskies’ last home series of the summer. After being down 3-1 in the bottom of the second, the Huskies were able to tie up the game. But the Express offense was a force, putting up a total of 10 runs. Duluth…
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Coaches Corner: CSS Men’s Hockey Coach Tim Madsen

The new Saints head coach talks college hockey and what he likes about the new gig.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we talk with the newly-appointed head coach of the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team Tim Madsen. The former Minnesota Wilderness coach talks about his transition from junior hockey to Division III hockey, as well as what he thinks about the NCAA overtime rules. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports
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Huskies’ Hot Bats Propel Them Through Series Win Over Mankato

Huskies sweep Moondogs before last home series of season.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Huskies swept the Mankato Moondogs in a 14-4 victory. Duluth capitalized on Mankato’s errors in the third and fourth innings to help them take the lead. The runs would continue throughout the entire game. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports
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CJ Ham Brings Duluth Grit to Vikings Camp

The Denfeld graduate has big goals for his third year in the NFL.
Sam Ali,

EAGAN, Minn. – Vikings training camp is well underway and most of the conversations will be about the big name players like Kirk Cousins, Stefon Diggs and Harrison Smith. But what about those guys you don’t hear much about, or in this case, someone the Northland knows very well and that’s Duluth native CJ Ham. The third-year back from Duluth…
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Active Adventures: Fat Tire Biking

Off Road On A Fat Tire Bike With Meteorologist Brittney Merlot
Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn – No matter the weather or the time of year, the fat bike is the ATV of the cycling world: sand dunes, mud pits, snowtrails—fat bikes can go anywhere! For this week’s active adventures Brittney Merlot takes us to the rocky trails, beaches, grass, gravel and even into the water on a fat tire bike! Ski Hut tells…
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First Annual Superior Spartan Football Champions Camp

Superior High School football team looks to bridge the gap between athletics and special needs students.
Mariah Janos,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior High School football team worked to bridge the gap between athletics and special needs students by hosting the first annual Superior Spartan Football Champions Camp. The camp is designed for kids with disabilities to get the chance to participate in a sport that they normally would not be able to do. “We’ve got seven stations set…

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Superior Man Battling Cancer Receives Special Message from Brett Favre

The man's grandson reached out to Favre and unexpectedly got a response.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – “Hi Curtis. This is Brett Favre. I just want to tell you that we’re thinking about you and praying for you and appreciate you being a big fan.” It’s a nine–second video that Curtis Haas will always remember. “It’s pretty special I guess. It’s not every day he does that, I don’t think,” said Haas. Haas has…
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Duluth FC’s Hoffelner Earns Golden Glove Award

The award is given to the NPSL's top goalie of the season.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth FC goaltender Jan Hoffelner has been awarded the 2018 NPSL Golden Glove as the league’s top goalkeeper. The Frankfurt, Germany product started 16 games for the Bluegreens, finishing with a 0.68 goals against average, including five shutouts, leading Duluth FC to their first ever appearance in the NPSL semi–finals. Hoffelner plays college soccer at Iowa Western…
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Former I-Falls, UMD Defenseman Corrin Signs with German Team

The 26-year-old is signing with the Bietigheim Steelers.
Sam Ali,

BIETIGHEIM-BISSINGEN, Germany – Former UMD Bulldog Willie Corrin will be taking his talents to Germany this upcoming season. The former International Falls defenseman has signed with the Bietigheim Steelers. Corrin spent four seasons with the Bulldogs from 2012 to 2016. Since then he has bounced around the AHL and ECHL. He spent this past season with the Brampton Beast, recording…
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Olympic Gold Medalist Sidney Morin Visits UMD Camp

The former Bulldog attended the final day of the UMD women's hockey summer camp.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD women’s hockey team wrapped up their summer camp Wednesday at the Duluth Heritage Center. Not only did the girls get instruction from the Bulldogs, but they also got a chance to meet an Olympic gold medalist. Former Bulldog Sidney Morin stopped by to help her former team put on their annual camp. Morin says she…
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Huskies Get Sixth Straight Win With Sweep Over Honkers

Duluth goes undefeated in their six-game homestand at Wade Stadium.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Tyger Pederson Bobblehead Night, the Duluth Huskies topped the Rochester Honkers 10-4 at Wade Stadium. Carlos Moseley got his first hit as a Husky in this one, and it ended up being a two-run home run in the sixth. Tony Monroy chipped in with three hits of his own. The Huskies will now hit the road…
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Great Outdoors: Blueberry Picking at Blackbirds & Blueberries Farm

Blackbirds & Blueberries is located at 3601 Crosby Rd, Cloquet, MN 55720.
Haydee Clotter,

CLOQUET, Minn. – You can pick one or try to pick them all. Blueberry picking season is upon us. A bucket of blueberries filled all the way to the top is the goal for most blueberry pickers and at Blackbirds & Blueberries farm is where you’ll find Gail Olson. “It’s important to pick the blueberries that are blue all the way…
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First Day of Full Pads for Vikings Training Camp

With two weeks left until the first preseason game, the Vikings got the pads on for the first time in camp.
Sam Ali,

EAGAN, Minn. – The Minnesota Vikings kicked off week two of their training camp at the new Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center. And it was the first time the team could practice in full pads. The players have had a week to get acclimated to the new facility. And they say so far they like their new home. “I’ve been…
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Six Huskies Selected for Major League Dreams Showcase

Isaacson, Sogard, Jones, Holdgrafer, Newell and Bigge chosen by panel of MLB scouts.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Six Duluth Huskies have been selected for the 2018 Major League Dreams Showcase. Second baseman Augie Isaacson, short stop Nick Sogard, outfielder Christian Jones and pitchers Tim Holdgrafer, Troy Newell and Hunter Bigge have all been selected by a panel of MLB scouts to show off their skills. The showcase will consist of a day of workouts in front…
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CSS Nordic Ski Coach Stuber to Attend International Junior Camp

Maria Stuber will join team USA in Norway to learn new training philosophies and development skills.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- CSS Nordic ski coach Maria Stuber will join U.S. ski team coach Bryan Fish and team U.S.A. at the 2018 International Junior Camp in Sjusjoen, Norway this August. The camp hosts 15 nations, each bringing their 10 best athletes born in the years 1999 and 2000. As for the coaches that attend, the camp will provide knowledge about each…
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USTFCCCA Recognizes Four UMAC Track and Field Programs

CSS and UWS programs and individual student-athletes receive recognition.
Mariah Janos,

NEW ORLEANS, La.- The United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association has recognized four UMAC programs and individual student–athletes for outstanding academic achievement throughout the year. The men’s and women’s CSS track and field teams, University of Minnesota Morris and the UWS women’s teams earned the All–Academic Team Award. Three women earned the All-Academic Individual honors including Saints’…
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Mellin Wins 92nd Annual Arrowhead Invitational

After coming in second last year, Matt Mellin was victorious in this year's tournament.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Sunday was the men’s championship round of the 92nd Annual Arrowhead Invitational. Chris Kelos and Matt Mellin went head to head. After coming in second to Taylor Sunbom last year, Mellin won his shot at redemption coming out on top for this years tournament winning on hole 12. Categories: Sports
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Huskies Sweep Bucks in Four-Game Series

Duluth Huskies remain undefeated after the All-Star break.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies defeated the Waterloo Bucks 6-4 to close out a 4 game series. The Huskies were down 4-0 up until the bottom of the fifth. General McArthur hit an rbi triple to bring in the run that began the come back. The Huskies went on to put up 5 more runs to sweep the Bucks. Categories:…
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Duluth Lacrosse Hosts First Annual Lax at the Lake Tournament

The tournament served as a fundraiser for the Duluth high school lacrosse program.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth lacrosse hosted their first annual Lax at the Lake tournament. The event serves as a fundraiser for the Duluth lacrosse program, hosting a total of eight teams spanning from Duluth all the way down to the Twin Cities. On the first day of the tournament teams participated in pool play to determine where in the bracket they…
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Northland Blitz Playoff Run Continues

Blitz defeat the Twin Cities Sabercats to move on in MFPL playoffs.
Mariah Janos,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Northland Blitz defeated the Twin Cities Sabercats 22-0 in a shutout playoff victory. The game was scoreless until well into the second quarter where the Blitz were able to get their first touchdown and keep the momentum going. Categories: Sports
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Huskies Get Third Straight Win Over Waterloo

General McArthur gets Huskies' first at home homer of the season.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies defeat the Waterloo Bucks 12-4 for their third straight win back from the All-Star break. General McArthur started things up in the bottom of the second with a solo home run over the left field wall. This was the first at home, home run for the Huskies this season. The momentum continued as the Huskies…
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Duluth FC Falls to Miami FC in NPSL National Semifinal

The Bluegreens' season comes to a close with a 3-0 loss to Miami.
Mariah Janos,

MIAMI, Fla.- Duluth FC fell to Miami FC 3-0 in the NPSL National Semifinal game Saturday evening. Miami took the lead in the first half off a penalty kick. The score remained 1-0 up until the 80th and 90th minutes when Miami tacked on two more to get the shutout victory. Categories: Sports
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Huskies Hold On Until The End For Second Win Over Waterloo

Huskies put up 10 runs in the bottom of the 3rd to seal the win.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Huskies were on to game 2 of their four-game series against Waterloo. The Bucks would get ahead early, taking a 6-0 lead in the top of the 3rd. But in the bottom of the inning, the Huskies’ bats would wake up and Duluth would answer back with a total of 10 runs in that one half-inning. The…
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Coaches Corner: Tyger Pederson

For this week's segment, we talk summer baseball with Duluth Huskies head coach Tyger Pederson.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, Duluth Huskies head coach Tyger Pederson stopped by to talk about the success of his team this season. He also talked about what he expects from the team after the All-Star Break, as well as how he feels about getting his own bobblehead. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports
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Duluth FC Ready for Stiff Test against Miami FC

The Bluegreens look to clinch a berth into the NPSL national championship.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the last two weeks, the Bluegreens keep finding themselves in unfamiliar territory. After their first playoff win and first regional title, they’ll now look to clinch their first ever berth in the national championship game. But in their way of that goal is Miami FC. “It’s going to be a tough challenge. They are a full professional team…
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UMD Hockey Hosts Annual Alumni Golf Tournament

The outing serves as a chance for current and former players to reconnect.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team held their annual alumni golf outing at the Enger Park Golf Course. Over 70 current and former Bulldogs were out on the greens catching up with old friends who embrace the strength of its alumni base. “It’s fun. It’s nice to be back in Duluth and obviously be back with the guys that I…
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Parker Mackay Named Captain for 2018-19 Bulldogs

Hunter Shepherd awarded Most Valuable Player at team award ceremony.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- During Thursday night’s UMD Men’s Hockey award ceremony, rising senior Parker Mackay was named captain for the 2018–19 season. Mackay scored the game-winning overtime goal in the regional semifinal. Billy Exell and Nick Wolff will serve as Mackay’s assistants. Also, sophomore goalie Hunter Shepard was awarded Most Valuable Player. Shepherd had an outstanding season backstopping the Bulldogs to their…
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Active Adventures: Havin’ Fun With Hi-Bank’s!

Hi-Bank's Resort Is Your Hidden Getaway, Close To Home! Kayak, Canoe & Pontoon Rentals Available.
Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — Hi-Bank’s Resort on Fish Lake takes us out for a relaxing afternoon of canoeing, kayaking and even a pontoon ride! You can visit Hi-Bank’s Resort anytime, it’s a very friendly family atmosphere with affordable rentals to get you out on the water! RENTALS: Canoe, Kayaks and Pontoons PHONE: 888-924-3355 ADDRESS: 5392 Fish Lake Dam Road, Duluth, MN…
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Huskies Heat Up Late in Win Over Waterloo

Huskies start off six-game homestand with a 7-3 victory over the Bucks.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Huskies resumed play after the three day All-Star break to mark the beginning of a six game homestand taking on the Waterloo Bucks. The Huskies down 2-0 in the bottom of the 4th, but an rbi single by Tony Monroy woke up the team’s bats, scoring 3 more in that fourth inning. The momentum continued up until…
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UMD Hockey Team Receives Championship Rings

The 2017-18 season awards ceremony was held at Amsoil Arena where the team received their new rings.
Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD Hockey team awards ceremony was held at Amsoil Arena where players, coaches, and staff received their 2018 national championship rings. Current and former bulldogs from the 2017–18 roster came together to reminisce on a season for the ages. “I was standing next to Justin Richards, a freshman, and he looked at me and was like ‘I’m kind…
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NSIC Preseason Coaches Poll Favors UMD Football

The Bulldogs are favored as the top team in the NSIC north division.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The annual NSIC preseason coaches poll results were released. The UMD Bulldogs were chosen to be the North Division favorite and just fourth overall in the entire NSIC. On an individual note, the conference coaches selected UMD senior wide out Jason Balts as the NSIC North Division Preseason Offensive Player Of the Year. The Barron, Wisconsin native is a…
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NCAA Approves College Hockey OT Rules

Teams will be able to choose between two overtime options for conference points.
Mariah Janos,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.- Over the last month, there have been pending changes in NCAA hockey overtime rules. Thursday, the NCAA announced that conferences will be allowed too choose from two formats after the five–minute five-on-five overtime period. Teams can either use a five minute three-on-three period then a shootout or only a shootout to award additional conference points. Neither format is…
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Saints Football Hosts Elite One Day Camp

The camp focuses on the essential fundamentals of the game.
Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- CSS football held their annual Elite One Day Camp. The program combines both on field drills with in classroom film study to teach essential football fundamentals while giving the campers an opportunity to learn about the Saints’ championship football program. “We get about 20–25 kids. We’re able to give them really detailed coaching and techniques like that. Then we…
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Hermantown Native Folman Headed to the Big Leagues

Pitcher Kevin Folman signs with the Chicago White Sox.
Mariah Janos,

CHICAGO, Ill.- Former Duluth Huskies pitcher and Hermantown native Kevin Folman has signed with the Chicago White Sox on a free agency deal. Folman just completed his four years at North Dakota State University. The former Bison ended his senior season on a high note with a 3.18 era in 18 appearances, striking out 49 batters in 45 innings pitched. Upon…
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Wilderness Forward Altmann Commits to Williams College

Former Greyhound taking his talents to the East Coast to play Division III Hockey.
Mariah Janos,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Duluth East alum and Minnesota Wilderness forward Nick Altmann is taking his talents to the East Coast. The former Greyhound has committed to playing Divison III hockey in the NESCAC conference at Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts. The Duluth native finished up his NAHL career with 23 goals and 33 assists for 56 points in 146 regular season games….