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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Kyle Walljasper Nominated for Harlon Hill Honor for Second Consecutive Year

Kyle Walljasper was nominated for the 2024 Harlon Hill Trophy for the second year in a row.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD senior quarterback Kyle Walljasper was nominated for the 2024 Harlon Hill Trophy for the second year in a row on Tuesday. Walljasper is one of 43 players nationwide nominated for this honor. The Fond du Lac, native was a dual threat quarterback for the Bulldogs as he recorded 2,009 passing yards and 22 touchdowns. On the ground,…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Daniel Jones is Signing with the Vikings After his Release from the Giants, AP Source Says

Jones will join Minnesota’s practice squad less than a week after the Giants released the former No. 6 overall draft pick.
The Associated Press,

Former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is signing with the Minnesota Vikings, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Jones will join Minnesota’s practice squad less than a week after the Giants released the former No. 6 overall draft pick, according to the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because…

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College, Sports

CSS Women’s Hockey Blanks UWS in Overtime for First Win of the Year

CSS earns first win of the season against UWS in overtime.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The College of St. Scholastica women’s hockey team hosted UW-Superior on Tuesday night. After a back-and-forth battle on defense between the Saints and the Yellowjackets, CSS earns the win 1-0 in overtime. Leading the way for CSS was Grace Chapman, who scored the game-winning goal in overtime. The Saints will be back in action on December 6th, as…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Tips Off NSIC Conference Play with Loss to MSU-Mankato

The Bulldogs faced Minnesota State-Mankato for their first NSIC conference game of the season. 
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The University of Minnesota Duluth’s women’s basketball team tipped off conference play on Tuesday night. The Bulldogs facing Minnesota State-Mankato for their first NSIC game of the season. Unfortunately, UMD fell to the Mavericks 82-64, dropping to 2-4 on the season. The Bulldogs were led by Lexi Karlen, who had 19 points and 10 rebounds on the night….

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Trio of UMD Women’s Hockey Players to Play for Canada at Euro Tour

Goaltender Eve Gascon, defender Tova Henderson, and lastly forward Caitlin Kraemer were all named to team Canada's Euro Tour roster.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Three UMD women’s hockey players will suit up for team Canada over the holiday break. Goaltender Eve Gascon, defender Tova Henderson, and lastly forward Caitlin Kraemer were all named to team Canada’s Euro Tour roster. The six team tournament will take place in Finland beginning on December 11th. Team Canada will take on Sweden that day to begin…

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High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Senior Adrienne Venditto to Play College Volleyball at Minnesota Crookston

Venditto was named to the Lake Superior All-Conference first team as a senior.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Grand Rapids standout Adrienne Venditto has announced her college commitment to Minnesota Crookston. Venditto was named to the Lake Superior All-Conference first team as a senior. She also played in the 2024 Big Dog All-Star team. Venditto had a key role for the Thunderhawks the past two seasons in which they made the state tournament. She was…
Professional Sports, Sports

Vikings Place LB Ivan Pace on Injured Reserve and Sign LB Jamin Davis off Packers Practice Squad

The 25-year-old Davis has 282 tackles, seven sacks, one interception, two forced fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles in his NFL career.
The Associated Press,

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. has been placed on injured reserve after hurting his hamstring Sunday in a 30-27 overtime victory over the Chicago Bears. The move announced Tuesday means that Pace must miss at least the Vikings next four games. The Vikings also activated outside linebacker Gabriel Murphy from injured reserve and signed linebacker…

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High School, Sports

Mike Randolph Becomes All-Time Winningest Coach in MSHSL Hockey History

Randolph passes former Rochester Mayo head coach Lorne Grosso.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. CLOUD, Minn.- Former Duluth East head coach Mike Randolph made his coaching debut for Northern Lakes on Monday night. And what a debut it was as Randolph became the all-time winningest coach in MSHSL hockey history, securing win number 708 in the Lightning’s 11 to nothing victory over Prairie Centre. Randolph passes former Rochester Mayo head coach Lorne Grosso….

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High School, Sports

Girls Basketball: Duluth Denfeld Protects Home Court for 1st Win Over Carlton/Wrenshall

The Hunters improve to 1-1 on the season and will next play at Proctor on Tuesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld girls basketball team picked up their first win of the season on Monday, defeating Carlton/Wrenshall 46 to 28. The Hunters improve to 1-1 on the season and will next play at Proctor on Tuesday. As for the Raptors (0-1), they’ll host Fond du Lac Ojibwe in their home opener on Tuesday. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Wallin & Henderson Earn WCHA Honors, UMD Stays at #4 in Polls

UMD will host Vermont this upcoming weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two members of the UMD women’s hockey team earned WCHA weekly honors for their efforts this past weekend against Bemidji State. Olivia Wallin is the Forward of the Week after she tallied a hat trick in Friday night’s contest. As for Defender of the Week, that goes to Tova Henderson, who had three goals throughout the weekend. In…

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College, Sports

CSS Running Back Nick Schlender Earns All-MIAC Conference Honors

Wide receiver Ricky Weber was named an honorable mention.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two St. Scholastica Saints were recognized by the MIAC conference in their end of the year honors. Running back Nick Schlender is named all-conference after he rushed for over 900 yards and nine rushing touchdowns this past season. Earning an honorable mention is his teammate and wideout Ricky Weber. Weber tallied six receiving touchdowns and almost 700 receiving…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Seidel & Boone Finish Cross Country Seasons at NCAA Championships

Two area runners competed at the Cross Country NCAA championships over the weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two area runners competed at the Cross Country NCAA championships over the weekend. For UMD, Franny Seidel placed 86th overall after finishing with a time of 22:02:09. That’s a 115 place improvement from the year prior for Seidel. Over on the men’s side, St. Scholastica’s Calvin Boone placed 136th overall. He’s the first male in program history to…

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Josh Jacobs Runs for 3 TDs as Packers Roll Past Short-Handed 49ers 38-10

Josh Jacobs rushed for 106 yards and matched a career high with three touchdowns for the Packers.
The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers earned a measure of revenge against the team that ended their season last year. It hardly mattered to them that the San Francisco 49ers squad they beat 38-10 on Sunday bore only a passing resemblance to the group that beat the Packers in last season’s NFC divisional playoffs. Josh Jacobs rushed…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Sam Darnold Leads Game-Winning Drive in OT and Vikings Beat Bears 30-27 After Blowing Late Lead

Darnold threw for 90 of his 330 yards in overtime to set up Parker Romo's game-ending 29-yard field goal.
The Associated Press,

CHICAGO (AP) — Sam Darnold figured the Vikings would recover the Bears’ onside kick near the end of regulation and he would only need to kneel. Though things got a little more complicated, he’ll take this result. Darnold threw for 90 of his 330 yards in overtime to set up Parker Romo’s game-ending 29-yard field goal, and Minnesota outlasted Chicago…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Sweeps Bemidji After Shut-out Win Saturday

The Bulldogs improve to 8-5-1 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team hosted Bemidji State on Saturday. The Bulldogs shut-out the Beavers 2-0, earning the series sweep. Leading the way for the Bulldogs were Tova Henderson and Olivia Mobley, each scoring a goal on the night. The Bulldogs will be back in action at Amsoil Arena on Friday, November 29th, against University of Vermont. Puck…

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College, Sports

UWS Men’s Soccer NCAA Tournament Run Ends at Sweet Sixteen

The Jackets fell to the Mammoths 3-2 in double overtime, ending their season at the Sweet Sixteen. 
Isaiah Wiita,

EAU CLAIRE, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s soccer team made their first Sweet Sixteen appearance in program history on Saturday. UW-Superior faced Amherst with a trip to the Elite Eight on the line. The Yellowjackets went back and forth with the Mammoths ending regulation 2-2. The Jackets fell to the Mammoths 3-2 in double overtime, ending their season at the Sweet…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Momentum Shift in the Second Period Allows for #9 Western Michigan to Sweep UMD Men’s Hockey

UMD falls to 5-8 on the season.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team hosted Western Michigan University on Saturday for game two of the series. The Bulldogs fell 4-1 to the Broncos, falling to 5-8 on the year. Scoring the only goal for the Bulldogs was Ty Hanson in the second period. The Bulldogs are back in action on Friday, December 6th, as they travel to…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Earns 14th Consecutive Win Against Bemidji State

Olivia Wallin recorded a hat trick against the Beavers.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team hosted Bemidji State on Friday. The Bulldogs sticks were hot as they defeated the Beavers 8-1, to improve to 7-5-1. Leading the way in goals for the Bulldogs was Olivia Wallin, who recorded a hat trick on the night. UMD will be back in action on Saturday for game two against Bemidji State….

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#6 UMD Men’s Basketball Remains Undefeated with Win Over Michigan Tech

UMD improves to 4-0 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team tipped off day one of the St. Louis County Basketball Classic on Friday. The Bulldogs defeat Michigan Tech 80-70, to improve to 4-0 on the year. Leading the way for Bulldogs was Joshua Brown, who scored 20 points on the night. UMD will take on Northern Michigan University on Saturday, for day two…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

MN Prep Hockey: Duluth East Drops Home Opener to White Bear Lake

Duluth East fell to White Bear Lake 4-0.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team held their home opener against White Bear Lake on Friday. The Greyhounds fell to the Bears 4-0, dropping to 0-1 on the year. Duluth East will be back in action on Saturday, where they will host Blaine. Puck drop is set for 3:30 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Three-Goal Second Period Propels #9 Western Michigan Past UMD Men’s Hockey

UMD falls to 5-7 on the season and will once again face Western Michigan Saturday at 5:07 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team saw their two-game winning streak come to an end on Friday, as they fell to #9 Western Michigan. After the two teams were tied at one after one period, the Broncos put up three goals to go on to win 5 to 2. Zam Plante had both goals for the Bulldogs. UMD falls…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 11/22

At number one, Proctor's Tanner Ross makes the slick assist to his linemate Austin Bryant, who does the rest of the work for the goal.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the hardwood and on the ice. At number two, Rock Ridge’s Lexi Lamppa throws up the alley-oop to teammate Anna Westby for the lay in. At number one, Proctor’s Tanner Ross makes the slick assist to his linemate Austin Bryant, who does the rest of the work for the goal….

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Working with New Faces for the 2024-25 Season

The Bulldogs lost six seniors for last year.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team began their 2024-25 season on November 8th. The Bulldogs have started their non-conference play 1-2 on the year, with their first win coming against Northwestern Oklahoma State. This year the program has several new faces as the Bulldogs lost six seniors for last year. With a young new team comes new roles for…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball to Play Host for St. Louis County Basketball Classic

The Bulldogs are currently 3-0 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team is out to a hot start in their 2024-25 campaign. The Bulldogs are currently 3-0 and will host the St. Louis County Basketball Classic over the weekend. Through the first three games, UMD has held their opponents to a 36 percent field goal rate. This weekend the Bulldogs will have to keep up…

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High School, Sports

Hermantown’s Gabriella Arntson to Play College Volleyball at Bethany Lutheran

Just this past season, Arntson had 200 kills and 49 blocks.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown senior Gabriella Arntson is making the next step in her career. On Thursday, Arnston announced her college commitment to Bethany Lutheran. Just this past season, she had 200 kills and 49 blocks. Arntson and the Hawks also made the state tournament for the first time since the 2016 season. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Jeff Ojanen Steps Down as Cloquet Head Football Coach

During his time as the head coach, Cloquet went 12-17, which included a Section 7AAA title game berth in his first year.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- A longtime Cloquet football coach is moving on. Jeff Ojanen confirmed to the Duluth News Tribune that he is stepping down as the head coach at Cloquet after three seasons at the helm. He previously was an assistant for the Lumberjacks for 19 seasons. During his time as the head coach, Cloquet went 12-17, which included a Section…
Business, Community, Great Outdoors

Superior Meats Processing Deer for 2024 Season

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– After hunting is over, the question of what to do with your deer harvest often comes to mind. Superior Meats is excited to cater to the hunters and help them produce venison products. Some of those products, you wouldn’t initially expect. “Make it into whatever you’re looking for. Whether it be bratwurst, summer sausage, bacon. We do a…

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2024 Deer Hunting Season Begins in Wisconsin

Emily Halling,

  SUPERIOR, Wis.– Deer hunting is a beloved Midwest tradition that brings families together year after year. “My husband, son and I hunt together. You know, they’re not quite in the area, that’s real important too. You know, I’m really looking forward to it,” said Pat Kukull, owner of Superior Shooter Supply. Many enthusiastic hunters, counting down the days until…

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High School, Sports

Prep Girls Basketball: Rock Ridge & Proctor Earn Road Wins to go 1-0

The 2024-25 prep girls' basketball season tipped off on Thursday. 
Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The 2024-25 prep girls basketball season tipped off on Thursday. Rock Ridge earned their first road win of the year as they defeated Esko 82-48. The Wolverines are back in action on Tuesday, November 26th, as they will face Cromwell-Wright. Game time is at 7:15 p.m. For Esko, their next game is on Tuesday, November 26th, against Cloquet….

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High School, Sports

Boys Hockey: Proctor Rolls Past Greenway for Season-Opening Victory

Proctor (1-0) will next host Breck on Friday night.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Thursday signaled the beginning of the regular season for boys hockey teams in Minnesota. In Proctor, the Rails picked up where they left off last season with a opening night 8 to 0 win against Greenway. Austin Bryant and Breckin Ross each had two goals in the victory. Proctor (1-0) will next host Breck on Friday night. Greenway…

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College, Sports

UWS Men’s Soccer Set to Play in Programs First Sweet Sixteen on Saturday

The Jackets went to penalty kicks with Oles, where UWS won 4-2, advancing to their first sweet sixteen in school history.
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s soccer team made their mark on school history this season. After clinching their eighth UMAC championship and a spot in the Division III NCAA soccer tournament, the Yellowjackets are on to the Sweet Sixteen for the first time in program history. The Jackets faced North Park in the first round of the tournament, where UWS…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Ten UMD Football Standouts Land on All-NSIC Teams

The Bulldogs went 7-4 in the 2024 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC football honors were announced on Thursday morning. UMD with plenty of representation as 10 members landed on the first and second teams. On the first team was wideout DeShaun Ames, Tight End Sam Pitz, Quarterback Kyle Walljasper, offensive lineman Aiden Williams, defensive end Drew Hennessey, and lastly linebacker Mac Strand. As for the second team, they…

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High School, Sports

Northern Star: Brooks Johnson

Johnson and the Hilltoppers open the season on December 5th against Two Harbors.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- There hasn’t been much that Duluth Marshall senior Brooks Johnson hasn’t accomplished during his high school career. That’s why he’s dedicating his last season to one goal and one goal only. “I think the only thing that is missing on my high school basketball resume is the team accolade. So, I want to hopefully go undefeated this year….

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College, Sports

College Basketball: CSS Men Earn 1st Win of Season, UWS Women Fall to 2-2

St. Scholastica improves to 1-4 and will next play at Bethany Lutheran on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s basketball team picked up their first win of the season on Wednesday, defeating Northland 85 to 49. CSS was led by Aaron Keykal, who had 15 points. As for Northland, Damian Cejka was the leading-scorer for the Lumberjacks with 11 points. St. Scholastica improves to 1-4 and will next play at Bethany Lutheran on…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Eli Manning, Antonio Gates and Jared Allen Headline the 25 Semifinalists for Football Hall of Fame

Allen was a four-time All-Pro who finished his career with 136 sacks, including a league-leading 22 in 2011 for Minnesota.
The Associated Press,

Two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning, prolific tight end Antonio Gates and dominant pass rusher Jared Allen are among the 25 modern-era candidates for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class. The Hall announced the semifinalists on Wednesday after the selection committee cut down a list of 50 nominees made by a newly created screening committee. The list includes…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Looks to Bounce Back Against Bemidji State

UMD currently has a 13-game winning streak against the Beavers that dates back to January 23rd of 2021.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 4th ranked UMD women’s hockey team will be eager to get back on the ice after they dropped both of their previous two games against 3rd ranked Minnesota. The Bulldogs continue their homestand on Friday when they welcome in a Bemidji State squad, who they’ve had their number in recent years. UMD currently has a 13-game winning…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coming Off Sweep of Miami, UMD Men’s Hockey Returns Home to Face #9 Western Michigan

Western Michigan has won four of their last six against UMD.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team will be at home this upcoming weekend as they welcome in NCHC foe Western Michigan. It was a series to celebrate for the Dogs last week with UMD picking up their 2nd sweep of the season against Miami of Ohio. The Bulldogs outscored the Redhawks 12 to 2 in order to accomplish that…

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High School, Sports

Mirage Gets Bounce Back Win After Three-Goal Period

The Mirage improves to 3-2 on the year.
Isaiah Wiita,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage were back on home ice on Tuesday, taking on Moose Lake Area. The Mirage left no doubt as they defeated the Rebels 4-0, improving to 3-2 on the year. Proctor/Hermantown scored three goals in the first period with two of them coming from Jane Eckstrom. The Mirage will be back in action on Saturday, November…

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High School, Sports

Hayward Girls Hoops Opens Season with Overtime Win in Superior

Hayward (1-0) is set to host Bloomer on November 21st.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Both the Hayward and Superior girls basketball teams opened up their regular seasons on Tuesday. It took overtime to decide a winner and the Hurricanes eventually came out on top 60 to 58. Melody Isham finished with 13 points for Hayward. Annabel Mannion had a team-leading 23 points for the Spartans. Ava Meierotto was just behind her with…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Moves Up to #6 in NABC Coaches Poll

UMD is off to a 3-0 start this season, most recently picking up a 73 to 43 win against Wisconsin Parkside on Sunday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team saw a jump in the NABC coaches poll on Tuesday. The Bulldogs are now ranked 6th after previously being ranked 13th a week ago. UMD is off to a 3-0 start this season, most recently picking up a 73 to 43 win against Wisconsin Parkside on Sunday. The Bulldogs are next in action…

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Cleveland’s Stephen Vogt Wins AL Manager of the Year, Milwaukee’s Pat Murphy Takes Home NL honor

Murphy, 65, led the Brewers to an NL Central title, a 93-69 record and is the franchise's first manager to earn the award since it was introduced in 1983.
The Associated Press,

Milwaukee’s Pat Murphy won National League Manager of the Year on Tuesday after a stellar debut season with the Brewers, while Cleveland’s Stephen Vogt took the AL honors honor after leading the Guardians to 92 wins and a division title in his first year as a skipper at any level. Murphy, 65, led the Brewers to an NL Central title,…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Boys Hoops Hoping to Make Even Bigger Step in 2024-2025 Season

The Duluth Marshall boys basketball team is coming off a bounce back season in which they turned a 4-23 record into a 15-13 record.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys basketball team is coming off a bounce back season in which they turned a 4-23 record into a 15-13 record. And with most of their core returning, including seniors Brooks Johnson and Josh Johnson, the Hilltoppers are going to be in the mix for the Section 7 AA title. Head Coach Cam Berger said he…

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High School, Sports

Stealth Senior Kale Smith to Play College Lacrosse at Montevallo

Just last season, Smith found the back of the net 31 times and also had 23 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown’s/Proctor’s Kale Smith is set to play for the University of Montevallo in Alabama next year. With the move, Smith is the first D2 commit in program history for the Stealth. Just last season, he found the back of the net 31 times and also had 23 assists. Smith and the Stealth finished their 2024 campaign with a…

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High School, Sports

Ashland’s Michael Zunker Commits to St. Scholastica Baseball

Zunker has been all-conference the past two seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- An Ashland baseball standout will soon call the Twin Ports home. Pitcher and infielder Michael Zunker announced his commitment to St. Scholastica. He’s been recognized by the Heart O’North conference the past two seasons, landing on the 2nd team in 2023 and making it up to the first team this past year. Zunker and Ashland went 15-14 in…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Native Greg Anderson Wins 6th NHRA Pro Stock Title

He's now tied 2nd all-time with Warren Johnson and Erica Enders.
Neil Vierzba,

POMONA, California.- A Duluth native chased a bit of history over the weekend as Greg Anderson continues to move up the ranks for most NHRA pro stock title wins. On Sunday, Anderson raced against his teammate Dallas Glenn in a winner-take-all final round at the NHRA finals. And it would come down to a two thousandths of a second difference…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

James & Gajan Claim NCHC Weekly Honors After Sweep at Miami

UMD returns home this weekend to host Western Michigan.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After a successful weekend that resulted in a sweep of Miami of Ohio, two UMD men’s hockey players earned weekly honors in the NCHC on Monday. Forward Dominic James picks up his 2nd Forward of the Week award this year after posting five points against the Red Hawks. In net, Adam Gajan takes NCHC Goaltender of the Week…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Drops Home Opener to Wisconsin-Parkside

Myra Moorjani had a team-leading 15 points for the Bulldogs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team held their home opener on Monday night against Wisconsin-Parkside. After a close battle in the 1st half, the Rangers pulled ahead in the 2nd and didn’t look back as they came away with the 79-69 victory. Myra Moorjani had a team-leading 15 points for the Bulldogs. UMD (1-2) will next host Northern Michigan…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Stays at #4 in USCHO Poll

UMD will look to bounce back this weekend when they continue their homestand with a two-game series against Bemidji State.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team once again sees no movement in the latest USCHO Poll. After being swept by 3rd ranked Minnesota this past weekend, the Bulldogs remain the number four team in the country. UMD will look to bounce back this weekend when they continue their homestand with a two-game series against Bemidji State. The Bulldogs have…

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High School, Sports

Northwestern’s Bryce Ronchi to Play College Football at UW-Stout

Just this past season, Ronchi was a touchdown machine as he found the end zone 18 times.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- A Northwestern football standout announced the next step in his playing career. On Sunday night, Tigers running back and linebacker Bryce Ronchi declared his intentions to play for UW-Stout next fall. Just this past season, Ronchi was a touchdown machine as he found the end zone 18 times. He could also get it done on the defensive side…