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Northern Star: Aiden Williams

Williams is looking to become the first Bulldog drafted since 1990.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams has dreamed of this moment his whole life. No, it wasn’t when he scored a touchdown this past September against Southwest Minnesota State. It’s the upcoming NFL Draft in Green Bay. “Just kind of looking forward to what’s next. I’ve just been working out and lifting every day, doing drills, stuff like that,…

Grand Rapids Native Taryn Hamling Signs with Minot State Women’s Basketball

Hamling spent the last two seasons at NDSU.

MINOT, N.D.- Grand Rapids native Taryn Hamling has found her next team. Hamling signed with Minot State on Wednesday after spending the last two seasons at NDSU. The guard only played in one season for the Bison, electing to redshirt this past year. In 30 games of action, Hamling averaged almost three points per game. Categories: College, Sports

Hermantown Baseball Celebrates Opening of Fichtner Field with Shutout of Denfeld

The Hawks were led by River Freeman, who went all seven innings on the mound and only gave up a hit.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown baseball team held their first game at the newly renovated Fichtner Field on Wednesday. Quite the celebration as they came away with a four to nothing shutout victory against Duluth Denfeld. The Hawks were led by River Freeman, who went all seven innings on the mound and only gave up a hit. Jacob Evanson went two…

Duluth Marshall Baseball Survives Scare from Esko in 7AA Title Game Rematch

Duluth Marshall improves to 2-0 and will next host Aitkin on April 23rd.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Section 7AA championship rematch didn’t disappoint as the Esko and Duluth Marshall baseball teams met up for the first time in 2025 on Wednesday. After holding a 3-0 lead heading into the top of the 7th, the Hilltoppers gave up a two-run triple to Jackson Peterson, making it a one-run contest. That was the only blemish Owen…

UMD Baseball Bounces Back in Game Two to Earn Split with SCSU

UMD was led by Ryan Wattermann as he went seven innings and struck out seven.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UMD baseball team held their first game in the Twin Ports on Wednesday, facing St. Cloud State for two games in Superior. After dropping game one 4 to 3, the Bulldogs battled back in game two with the 11 to 1 victory. UMD was led by Ryan Wattermann as he went seven innings and struck out seven….

Wild Clinch Playoff Spot by Taking Ducks to OT on Eriksson Ek’s Tying Goal with 20.9 Seconds Left

Minnesota’s first-round series starts in Las Vegas either Saturday or Sunday.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild clinched a spot in the playoffs in dramatic fashion when Joel Eriksson Ek scored the tying goal with 20.9 seconds left in regulation, and Matt Boldy got the winner with 17.9 seconds remaining in overtime to beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Tuesday. The crowd erupted again when the Wild sent retiring goalie Marc-Andre…

Four-Run 5th in Game One Helps CSS Baseball Split with Saint Mary’s

Payton Jeffries went six innings and struck out five to earn the win on the mound.

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica baseball team hosted Saint Mary’s in a MIAC conference doubleheader on Tuesday. After trailing 1-0 through the first four innings of game one, the Saints put up a four spot in the bottom of the 5th and never looked back, winning the first contest 4-1. Payton Jeffries went six innings and struck out five to…

Superior Boys Lacrosse Holds Off Duluth Marshall for First Win of Season

Superior improves to 1-1 and will next play at Duluth on Thursday.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After a nearly three week break since their last game, the Superior boys lacrosse team hosted Duluth Marshall on Tuesday night. The two teams exchanged the lead multiple times throughout the contest, with the Spartans eventually distancing themselves, winning 11 to 9. Superior improves to 1-1 and will next play at Duluth on Thursday. As for Duluth Marshall…

Bucks Say Lillard Has Made ‘Significant Improvement’ But Aren’t Indicating When He Might Play Again

Lillard last played in a game on March 18.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks said Damian Lillard has made “significant improvement” in his recovery from deep vein thrombosis in his right calf, but they haven’t indicated when the seven-time all-NBA guard might start playing again. The update comes as the Bucks get ready to begin their postseason. Milwaukee, the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference, has its first playoff game…

UMD Continues to Add to Roster, Receives Commitment From Luke Bibby

Just last year, Bibby tallied 23 goals and 20 assists in 56 games.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team continues to make additions to their roster. On Tuesday, they received a commitment from Brooks Bandits forward Luke Bibby. The Bandits play out of the BCHL conference. Just last year, Bibby tallied 23 goals and 20 assists in 56 games, while splitting time with the Bandits and the Vernon Vipers. Bibby also won…

Duluth East Baseball Earns First Win of 2025 Against Duluth Denfeld

The Greyhounds defeated their cross-town rivals 8 to 4 to pick up their first win of the season. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld baseball team hosted Duluth East on Monday. The Greyhounds defeated their cross-town rivals 8 to 4 to pick up their first win of the season. Duluth East is back in action on Tuesday, April 15th against Superior. First pitch is at 4:30 p.m. For Duluth Denfeld, their next game is on Thursday, April 17th, against…

Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Remains Undefeated with Road Win Over C-E-C

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team hosted the Duluth Wolfpack on Monday. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team hosted the Duluth Wolfpack on Monday in hopes of securing their first win. However, the Wolfpack remained unbeaten in their 2025 season as they defeated the Lumberjacks 16 to 7. Duluth is back in action on Thursday, April 17th, against Superior. Game time is at 7 p.m. For the Lumberjacks, their next game…

Superior Girls Soccer Gets Over .500 Mark in Bout with Washburn

The Superior girls soccer team hosted Washburn on Monday night. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team hosted Washburn on Monday night. After the game was tied at one at the half, the Spartans scored the lone goal of the second half to defeat the Castle Guards 2 to 1 Superior is back in action on Thursday, April 17th, against Chippewa Falls. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. For Washburn, they’re…

Paige Bueckers is No. 1 Pick in WNBA Draft, Going to the Dallas Wings

The versatile UConn star is the latest Huskies standout to go No. 1, joining former greats Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi, Maya Moore and Breanna Stewart.

NEW YORK (AP) — Paige Bueckers is headed to Dallas as the first pick Monday night in the WNBA draft. The versatile UConn star is the latest Huskies standout to go No. 1, joining former greats Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi, Maya Moore and Breanna Stewart. “Dallas I’m so excited, a new city, a new start,” Bueckers said. “A fresh start,…

UMD Adds Ex-Miami Goaltender Ethan Dahlmeir to Roster

Dahlmeir started 13 games for Miami, posting a .870 saves percentage and a 4.04 goals against average.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has added another goaltender to their roster. Miami’s Ethan Dahlmeir transferred to UMD on Monday morning after spending the last season with the RedHawks. He started 13 games for Miami, posting a .870 saves percentage and a 4.04 goals against average. Dahlmeir is set to fill the void left by Klayton Knapp. Categories:…

Former UMD Forward Jack Smith to Continue Hockey Career with MSU-Mankato

In his three seasons with the Bulldogs, Smith played in 92 games and recorded 7 goals and 19 assists.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former forward Jack Smith has found a new home after entering the transfer portal. Smith is continuing his hockey career with Minnesota State-Mankato next season. In his three seasons with the Bulldogs, he played in 92 games and recorded 7 goals and 19 assists. UMD finished 13-20- 3 in the 2024-25 season. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota…

Harbor Monsters Add Two New Offensive Coordinators, Re-Sign QB Johnson

The Harbor Monsters first preseason game is on Saturday, May 24th against the Knoxville Bandits.

DULUTH, Minn.- After suspending and then parting ways with Kevin Gregory, the Duluth Harbor Monsters have named two offensive coordinators for this upcoming season. Dominick Hobdy is set to serve as the lead offensive coordinator and Dan Renfroe will serve under him as an offensive coordinator. Hobdy has played professionally indoors for the last 13 seasons. As for Renfroe, he’s…

Former UMD Defenseman Will Francis Makes AHL Debut with San Diego Gulls

Francis wrapped up his Bulldog career over a month ago and just a week after the season, he signed with the Gulls.

SAN DIEGO, C.A.- The comeback story of former UMD defenseman Will Francis continues to get better and better. On Sunday, the three-time cancer survivor suited up for the San Diego Gulls, making his AHL pro debut in a game against the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Francis wrapped up his Bulldog career over a month ago and just a week after the…

Hermantown Native & Avalanche Defenseman Wyatt Aamodt Nets First Career NHL Goal

Aamodt's goal came in the 3rd period of Sunday's 4 to 2 Avalanche win over the Ducks.

ANAHEIM, C.A.- It was a memorable weekend for Hermantown native and current Colorado Avalance defenseman Wyatt Aamodt. Aamodt made his NHL debut on Saturday when the Avs took on the Los Angeles Kings. Then just a day later, he found the scoring column, netting his first career goal in the 3rd period of a 4 to 2 win over the Anaheim…

Superior City FC Women Name Cole Gewerth as Next Head Coach

The Beacons first game is on May 10th against Karen FA.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior City FC announced at their fundraiser event that Cole Gewerth will lead the Beacons in the upcoming season. Gewerth was a former Superior City FC player. He played back in 2018 for Superior City FC. After his playing career Gewerth was the content and graphics coordinator for the club. Gewerth is excited for his new role within the…

Wilderness Playoff Hopes Come to an End Despite 3-1 Win Over Jr. Blues

The Wilderness finished the year 30-25-4. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness welcomed in the Jr. Blues to close the regular season with their playoff hopes on the line. To secure the final playoff spot in the Midwest Division the Wilderness needed to defeat the Jr. Blues and the Chippewa Steel needed a regulation loss against the Anchorage Wolverines. The Wilderness earn the win 3 to 1…

CSS Softball Splits Home Doubleheader Against Carleton

CSS will travel to St. Pual, Minnesota, on Wednesday, April 16th, to play Hamline University in a doubleheader. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The CSS softball team welcomed in Carleton College on Sunday for a doubleheader. The Saints picked up one win in the doubleheader as CSS took game two 6 to 4. CSS will travel to St. Pual, Minnesota, on Wednesday, April 16th, to play Hamline University in a doubleheader. First pitch for game one is at 3:30 p.m. Categories:…

Grand Rapids Boys Lacrosse Earns Road Win Against C-E-C For First Victory of 2025

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team held their home opener on Saturday against Grand Rapids. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse team held their home opener on Saturday against Grand Rapids. The Lumberjacks jumped out to an early lead over the Thunderhawks. However, Grand Rapids battled back to defeat the Lumberjacks 9 to 7 to earn their first win of the 2025 season. The Thunderhawks are back in action on Tuesday, April 15th, against Moorhead….

CSS Baseball Splits MIAC Doubleheader with Carleton College

The Saints and the Knights split the doubleheader as CSS took game one 10 to 0 and Carleton took game two 2 to 1. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica baseball team welcomed in Carleton College for a doubleheader on Saturday. The Saints and the Knights split the doubleheader as CSS took game one 10 to 0 and Carleton took game two 2 to 1. CSS is back in action on Tuesday, April 15th, against Saint Mary’s in a doubleheader. First pitch of game one…

Wilderness Playoff Window Still Open After 5-2 Win Over Jr. Blues

The Minnesota Wilderness hosted the Jr. Blues on Friday with their playoff hopes on the line.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness hosted the Jr. Blues on Friday with their playoff hopes on the line. The Wilderness and the Jr. Blues went back and forth all game. But in the end, the Wilderness won 5 to 2. With the Chippewa Steel shootout loss to the Anchorage Wolverines on Friday, the Wilderness still has a chance to make…

Aiden Williams Vying to Become First Bulldog Drafted Since 1990

The tackle now turned guard has spent the last couple months training in both Florida and Minnesota.

DULUTH, Minn.- In just 13 days from now, 257 players will hear their name called at the NFL Draft in Green Bay. UMD offensive lineman Aiden Williams is hoping he will be one of those who’s picked. The tackle now turned guard has spent the last couple months training in both Florida and Minnesota. Recently, he took part at the…

UWS Softball Rolls Past North Central in their Home Opener

UWS defended their home field as they defeated the Rams 17 to 3. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS softball team held their 2025 home opener on Friday. Yellowjackets opened up their three-game series with North Central. UWS defended their home field as they went on to defeat the Rams 17 to 3. The Yellowjackets wrap up their series with North Central on Saturday, April 12th, in a doubleheader. First pitch is at noon. Categories:…

Top Play of the Week: 4/11

At number one, UW-Superior's Trey Sybrant puts his body on the line as he lays out to rob a Crown batter of extra bases.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week’s top play comes from on the diamond. At number one, UW-Superior’s Trey Sybrant puts his body on the line as he lays out to rob a Crown batter of extra bases. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Wisconsin and Minnesota Spring Turkey Season Nears

  MINNESOTA/WISCONSIN — Spring turkey season is approaching fast, with both Wisconsin and Minnesota seasons starting on April 16. Historically, it would have been odd to see a turkey this far north in Minnesota as they’re usually more accustomed to agricultural land in the southern side of the state. With the uprise in turkeys in the north, the spring and…

Former Bulldog Anthony Menghini Set to Play for North Dakota Next Season

In 71 games played, Menghini scored 20 goals and added nine assists for a total of 29 points.

DULUTH, Minn.- Just four days after he entered the transfer portal, former UMD forward Anthony Menghini has found his new team. On Friday, Menghini officially transferred to North Dakota. The Baxter, Minnesota native spent two seasons playing for the Dogs. In 71 games played, Menghini scored 20 goals and added nine assists for a total of 29 points. It’s somewhat…

Grand Rapids Baseball Bounces Back in 7AAA Title Game Rematch Against Denfeld

The Thunderhawks defeated the Hunters 2 to 1 to earn their first win of the season. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld baseball team opened up their season with a rematch of last year’s section 7AAA championship game as the Hunters squared off against the Grand Rapids Thunderhawks on Thursday. The Thunderhawks went on to defeat the Hunters 2 to 1 to earn their first win of the season. Grand Rapids is back in action on Monday,…

Cloquet Softball Dominates at the Plate to Take Down Esko in Season Opener

The Cloquet softball team opened up their season on the road against Esko on Thursday. 

ESKO, Minn.- The Cloquet softball team opened up their season on the road against Esko on Thursday. The Lumberjacks dominated at the plate as they defeated Esko 15 to 4 to earn their first win of the 2025 season. Cloquet’s next game is on Monday, April 14th against Hibbing. First pitch is at 4:30 p.m. For Esko, they’re back in…

Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Opens Year with Home Victory Over Grand Rapids/Greenway

Duluth (1-0) is next in action on Monday at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack boys lacrosse team began their year out on the right foot, defeating Grand Rapids/Greenway 14 to 5 on Thursday. Duluth (1-0) is next in action on Monday at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton. As for Grand Rapids/Greenway (0-1), they’re at C-E-C on Saturday. Categories: High School, Sports

Superior Girls Soccer Drops Close Contest in Home Opener Versus Hudson

The Spartans ended the first half with a 1-0 lead over the Raiders.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team held their home opener on Thursday, as the Spartans welcomed in the Hudson Raiders. The Spartans ended the first half with a 1-0 lead over the Raiders. Sadly, the Raiders scored two unanswered goals in the second half defeating the Spartans 2 to 1. Superior’s next game is on Saturday, April 12th against…

UMD Sophomore Forward Payton Holloway Enters Transfer Portal

Holloway is the second Bulldog to enter the transfer portal as she joins freshman Reese Logan. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has been relatively lucky when it comes to the transfer portal. But on Wednesday, forward Payton Holloway entered the transfer portal. The sophomore skated in a total of 69 games for the Dogs the past two seasons. She tallied one goal against the University of Vermont this past November. Holloway is the second…

Duluth Native Gianna Kneepkens Schedules Four Official Visits in Search for New Team

Kneepkens was the leading scorer for the Utes this past season.

DULUTH, Minn.- Back on March 28th, former Duluth Marshall Hilltopper Gianna Kneepkens entered the transfer portal, ending a four-year stint at the University of Utah. Now, it appears she’s focused on four teams as her potential next squad. According to Talia Goodman of On3Sports, Kneepkens has scheduled upcoming visits with South Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, and UCLA. Kneepkens was the leading…

Harbor Monsters Suspend Offensive Coordinator Kevin Gregory

Gregory has been with the Harbor Monsters since the beginning of the team.

DULUTH, Minn.- A little over a month before the start of the season, the Duluth Harbor Monsters have suspended their offensive coordinator. The team announced on Thursday that as a precautionary measure, they have suspended Kevin Gregory. They added that the decision comes as part of their ongoing effort to fully investigate the allegations raised against Gregory. The Harbor Monsters…

Northern Star: Ben Welle

Welle has posted two complete games for UWS this season.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team has been building a successful program in the last several seasons with head coach TJ Oakes at the helm. Over the years the foundation of the program has been built off of the team’s ability to make plays in the field. “Pitching and defense has been kind of our program the last couple of…

UMD Men’s Hockey Adds Three Forwards Via Transfer Portal

The Bulldogs have lost seven players via the transfer portal.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has made some roster additions for next year. Three forwards have joined the Bulldogs via the transfer portal. They are Cornell’s Kyler Kovich, Alaska’s Kyle Gaffney, and lastly UMass Lowell’s Scout Truman. Kovich has posted 22 points in 78 games over four seasons at Cornell. Gaffney’s coming off a career best of 20…

Esko Native Koi Perich Playing Both Offense & Defense for Minnesota in Spring Ball

Perich has been donning a split practice jersey with each side of the ball represented at spring practices.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- It was teased a little bit at the end of last season. Now, it’s looking like it’s going to happen. Esko native and Minnesota Golden Gophers safety Koi Perich is expected to play both offense and defense this upcoming season. Perich has been donning a split practice jersey with each side of the ball represented at spring practices….

Superior City FC & Head Coach Aaron Blanchard Agree to Mutually Part Ways

In his lone season at the helm, the team went 6-2-3 and made it to the conference semi-finals.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC women’s team is in search of a new head coach. On Wednesday, the Beacons announced that they have mutally agreed to part ways with current head coach Aaron Blanchard. The reason being is that Blanchard is set to take the next steps in his coaching career. In his lone season at the helm, the…

Superior Softball Routs Grand Rapids to Open Regular Season

Superior (1-0) will next host Cloquet on Wednesday.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Tuesday marked the start of a new season for the Superior softball team as they had their first game. The Spartans left no doubt as they went on to defeat Grand Rapids 18 to 2. Superior (1-0) will next host Cloquet on Wednesday. As for Grand Rapids (0-1), they’ll be at Proctor on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

UMD Softball Drops NSIC Doubleheader to St. Cloud State

UMD is 5th in the NSIC and St. Cloud State is 4th in the conference.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD softball team entered play on Tuesday with a chance to climb up the NSIC standings. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs dropped both games of their doubleheader to St. Cloud State, 6 to 4 and 13 to 4. UMD will try to bounce back on Saturday at Minnesota State-Mankato. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Klayton Knapp Becomes 7th Bulldog to Enter Transfer Portal

In his lone season at UMD, Knapp played in 16 games and had a saves percentage of nearly 91 percent.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD can’t seem to catch a break when it comes to the transfer portal. Goaltender Klayton Knapp became the 7th Bulldog to enter the portal on Tuesday. In his lone season at UMD, Knapp played in 16 games and had a saves percentage of nearly 91 percent. He also went 6-6-2 with a goals against average of 2.67….

Hibbing’s Ayden McDonald to Continue Basketball Career at North Central

McDonald last suited up for the Bluejackets in 2022, where he finished his career as the leader in points, assists, and steals.

HIBBING, Minn.- The all-time scoring leader for Hibbing has found his new team. Former UWS and UMD guard Ayden McDonald has announced he’s transferring to North Central University, out of the UMAC conference. McDonald played in seven games last year for the Yellowjackets, picking up seven rebounds and two assists. McDonald last suited up for the Bluejackets in 2022, where…

UW-Superior Sweeps Track & Field Weekly UMAC Honors

UWS is next in action on Saturday at the Saint Mary's Invite.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A track and field duo on the UW-Superior men’s squad swept the UMAC weekly conference honors. Earl Foster is the Field Athlete of the Week after winning the javelin throw at the Ashton May Invitational. His best throw was 55.30 meters. His teammate, Jesse Ortiz is the track athlete of the week after pr’ing in the 100 meter…

Duluth East Baseball Searching for Identity in 2025 Season

The Greyhounds are tasked with replacing their one through six hitters, their top five pitchers and lastly, their catcher.

DULUTH, Minn.- A number of local baseball teams are still hoping to play their first games of the season later this week. As for Duluth East though, they already have two games under their belt. The Greyhounds opened the year by dropping two games to some tough Rochester squads. Head coach Chris Siljendahl says this year’s squad is faced with…

Former Bulldog Cole Spicer to Make Return to College Hockey with Arizona State

Spicer last suited up for UMD in the 2023-2024 season and tallied nine points in 17 games.

DULUTH, Minn.- Forward Cole Spicer is making his return back to college hockey with an NCHC foe. Spicer transferred to Arizona State on Monday evening. He last suited up for UMD in the 2023-2024 season and tallied nine points in 17 games. Spicer was later ruled academically ineligible and then eventually left the program. He spent this past year with…