Sports

‘The Haitian Temptation’ Back In Action

Duluth Professional Boxer Al Sands Heads for Training Camp in Canada

DULUTH, Minn- It’s been nearly 3 months to the day since ‘The Haitian Temptation’ Al Sands returned home from his WBO title fight over in Russia. Never one to stand still long, Sands is already back in action packing his bags for Canada as he heads for yet another intense training camp with a heavy weight fighter. Sands, who fights…

Randolph Signs ECHL Deal with Railers

Duluth Native Lands Pro Contract

DULUTH, Minn- Duluth native Jake Randolph has signed a pro contract with the Worcester Railers of the ECHL. Randolph wrapped up his career with the University of Nebraska-Omaha boasting 27 career goals and 70 assists. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

UMD, Mankato Set For Third Clash of Season

NCAA Western Regional

DULUTH, Minn- While most sports fans tore their busted brackets to shreds this weekend, the Bulldog Men’s Hockey team is happy with theirs as UMD returns to the NCAA Tournament for the 4th straight season. A rough weekend before the good news on Sunday, as UMD lost their 5th straight game to Denver in the opening round of the NCHC Frozen…

Duluth Rowing Club Nears Fundraising Goal and Boathouse Completion

Active Adventures: Icebreaker Party

DULUTH, Minn. – Over the last few years, the Duluth Rowing Club has worked to build a new home for their club. Now, a fully funded and finished new boathouse is nearly a reality. Northlanders have the chance to help with the final stages of work. More than 90 percent of the $1 million goal has been attained, and the…

UMD’s Perunovich Named NCHC Rookie Of The Year

Karson Kuhlman Receives Leagues Sportsmanship Award

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn-  Hibbing native and UMD Freshman Scott Perunovich has been named the NCHC Rookie Of The Year as well as the Offensive Defenseman Of the Year. Last weekend against Western Michigan, Perunovich set UMD’s single–season scoring record for a freshman defenseman with 34 points. Senior Captain Karson Kuhlman won the leagues Sportmanship award. The Esko native has appeared in…

Kirk Cousins Officially Signs with Minnesota Vikings

The Vikings Have Landed Their Prize QB

(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) EAGAN, Minn- QB Kirk Cousins has officially signed with the Minnesota Vikings. The deal is reportedly worth $84 million dollars guaranteed, with $6 million dollars in incentives. The largest per–year basis contact in NFL history. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

Free Agent QB Kirk Cousins Spotted in Minneapolis

Expected to Sign Deal with the Minnesota Vikings

Photo Cred: KMSP MINNEAPOLIS, Minn- Free agent QB Kirk Cousins has been spotted in downtown Minneapolis. He is expected to sign a 3-year fully guaranteed deal with the Vikings sometime Thursday. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

Shepard Confident in Defense as Frozen Faceoff Approaches

No.8 UMD Faces No.4 Denver in Round One

DULUTH, Minn- The countdown to the NCHC Frozen Faceoff grows shorter by the minute. The ‘Dogs are last years defending champs and yet again have this years automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament squarely in their sights. First however, they’ll have to get through the University of Denver and then either St.cCoud State or UND. Seven of UMD’s fourteen losses this…

Great Outdoors: Midwest Masters Ski Races

Skiers hit the slopes at Spirit Mountain for the final race of the season

DULUTH, Minn. – The Ski racing season came to a close as Spirit Mountain hosted the Midwest Masters Ski Races last Saturday. Fox 21 Photojournalist Graham Hakala talked to skiers and organizers at the event who say they find their passion on the hills.  56 racers took to the slopes during the competition. The Midwest Masters is a U.S. Alpine…

Kirk Cousins is likely to sign with the Minnesota Vikings, per sources

Cousins to visit Vikings; agent says no decision made yet

(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)MINNEAPOLIS (AP) _ Free agent quarterback Kirk Cousins is predictably the top priority on Minnesota’s offseason shopping list. Cousins will visit with the Vikings on Wednesday after the league year begins, his agent Mike McCartney said. ESPN reported Tuesday that Cousins will sign with the Vikings, but McCartney said no decision has been made yet by his client….

No.8 UMD Faces Familiar Foe in No.4 Denver

The Bulldogs Have Lost Five Straight Previous Meetings with Denver

DULUTH, Minn- An unusual postseason for the UMD Men’s Hockey team, not because they’ve moved on to the NCHC semifinals, but because for the first time in program history they’re defending last seasons NCHC Frozen Faceoff crown and hoping to repeat as champions. No easy road, as the ‘Dogs draw No.4 Denver, the 2nd seed in the tournament, in the opening round…

Snowmobiling Reaches Peak in Sawyer County

Hayward Power Sports Rents Affordable Sleds As Season Winds Down

HAYWARD, Wis. — Right now is the time to hop on the sleds and hit the trails in Sawyer and Washburn counties! They are at peak after the near 10″ of fresh snow fell from the last storm, blanketing their 600 miles of trails. “Tourists are still coming in but it’s slowing down. So locals get to take over the…

Bodyweight Circuit Workout with The Strength Factory

Active Adventures: Strength Factory

SUPERIOR, Wis. -With Spring and Summer around the corner, several people are working to get into shape for the warmer months. One place to do that is The Strength Factory in Superior. For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay did a circuit bodyweight workout with CEO Kelly Kellar. The gym focuses on strong bodies and strong minds with…

Postseason Mentality Nothing New for UMD

UMD Mens Hockey Hosts Western Michigan in NCHC First Round

DULUTH, Minn- Do or die hockey arrives in Duluth this weekend as Western Michigan comes to town for the opening round of the NCHC playoffs. At the end of the regular season the ‘Dogs won 5 of 6 with their backs against the wall, so the concept of keeping their season alive is nothing new. Sophomore Forward Joey Anderson saying,…

Kohlwey Eyes Quick Start in Return to NCAA Championships

UMD Junior Danielle Kohlwey to Compete in 60m Hurdles, 200m Dash

DULUTH, Minn- UMD junior Danielle Kohlwey is headed for the 2018 NCAA Division II Championships this weekend in in Pittsburg, Kansas. Kohlwey now returns for back to back years, last year she barley missed qualifying for the 60–meter hurdle finals. This time around she will again compete in the 60–meter hurdles along with the 200–meter dash. Kohlwey saying a quick start…

Perunovich, Shepard All-NCHC, UMD Preps For Western Michigan

'Dogs Host Broncos in NCHC Opening Round

DULUTH, Minn- A few well deserved pats on the back for some UMD Bulldogs as Hibbing native Scott Perunovich and UMD goalie Hunter Shepard have made the All–NCHC 1st and 2nd team respectively. Conference playoffs are underway this weekend, UMD clinched home ice in the first round and will play host to Western Michigan. This past weekend at Amsoil Arena UMD split their…

Local Curling Club Encourages Athletes of All Ages to Join

Active Adventures: Two Harbors Curling Club

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay tried curling for the first time. The morning crew drove up the North Shore to learn about the sport from curlers at the Two Harbors Curling Club. Kay Libby, a club member who’s been curling since she was a teenager, says curling is a great lifetime sport….

Duluth East Comes Back to Top Andover in 7AA Title Game

The Greyhounds were down two goals going into the third, but came out with the win.

Duluth East Greyhounds: Brendan Baker: 1 G Ryder Donovan: 1 G Logan Anderson: 1 G Luke LaMaster: 3 A Austin Jouppi: 1 A Andover Huskies: Luke Kron: 1 G Charlie Schoen: 1 G 3-2 FINAL (OT) Categories: High School, Sports

UMD Hockey: Men Clinch NCHC Home Ice, Women Hold Youthful Future

Updates From Both UMD Hockey Squads

DULUTH, Minn- UMD hockey fans couldn’t have dreamed for a better outcome in last weekends series with Western Michigan. That’ four straight wins now as UMD heads into their final regular season series this weekend. UMD’s performance in Kalamazoo has earned them home ice come the NCHC postseason and its also been a serious confidence boost as UMD seniors, like captain Karson…

Courage Kenny Mono Ski Madness Begins at Spirit Mountain

Today kicked off the fifteenth annual Great Lake Mono Ski Madness.

DULUTH, Minn. – The ski hills at Spirit Mountain are welcoming a group of special guests this week. Today kicked off the fifteenth annual Great Lake Mono Ski Madness. It’s a camp that focuses on the mono-ski, which allows folks with disabilities to shoot down the hills at top speed. The event is put on by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute….

Registration for Twin Ports Pro Development Camp Opens Thursday

Camp is Designed to Give Young Players the Highest Level of Instruction in the Northland

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Young hockey players in the Northland will once again get the chance to skate with and learn from professional hockey players. The 3rd Annual Twin Ports Pro Development Camp is coming up June 25-29. Professional hockey players Andy Welinski, Brett Olson, Mike Sislo, and Adam Krause will be instructing the players. The camp is for boys and…

Duluth’s Golden Moment

Members of U.S.A. Mens' Curling Return Home

DULUTH, Minn- A proud day for the Northland as the U.S.A. Mens’ Curling team returns home after making history in South Korea. Capturing the nations first ever curling gold medal. No lack of drama in the teams’ run to gold and glory, as they recovered from a 2–4 record only to face a dominant team Sweden in the finals. Chisholm…