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College Basketball: CSS Women Earn 10th Win, CSS Men Fall to Carleton

Both teams are next in action on Saturday at Macalester.

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the St. Scholastica men’s and women’s basketball teams hosted Carleton in a MIAC doubleheader on Wednesday night. The Saints women started off the night with a 72 to 46 victory over the Knights. CSS was led by Kloey Lind, who had 18 points in the contest. Following that game, the CSS men were unable to complete the…

#6 UMD Women’s Hockey Looks to Snap Four-Game Skid Against #1 Wisconsin

The Bulldogs last topped the Badgers back in December of 2023.

DULUTH, Minn. -It’s a rarity when the UMD women’s hockey team has dropped four straight games. In the last five years, it’s only happened twice to the Bulldogs. January of last year and January of this year. Of course, 6th ranked UMD hoping to end that recent trend this upcoming weekend. But, it will be no easy test as they…

Duluth FC to Compete at U.S. Open Cup for 4th Time in Club History

The BlueGreens previously competed for the Cup in 2018, 2019, and 2024.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC will once again take part in the U.S. Open Cup. The 96-team field was announced on Monday and the BlueGreens are one of seven teams in the NPSL that made the final cut. Duluth FC has previously played in the cup three times, with their recent outing happening last year, where they fell to Forward Madison…

Girls Hockey: Lightning Overcome Early Deficit to Comeback in OT Win Versus Northern Stars

Grand Rapids/Greenway improves to 17-5-1 and will next host Hibbing/Chisholm on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Northern Stars continued their recent tough schedule by hosting Grand Rapids/Greenway on Tuesday night. After taking a 2-1 lead into the first intermission, Duluth saw their lead slip away as the Lightning scored in the 3rd and then just 36 seconds into overtime to win 3 to 2. Grand Rapids/Greenway improves to 17-5-1 and will next…

Cloquet Boys Basketball Solidifying Themselves as Contenders This Season

With 10 games to go in the regular season, the Cloquet boys basketball team is just one victory away from tying their win total from a year ago.

CLOQUET, Minn.- With 10 games to go in the regular season, the Cloquet boys basketball team is just one victory away from tying their win total from a year ago. The Lumberjacks also sit at the top of the Lake Superior Conference with a 6-1 record. This year’s squad features six seniors on the roster, that includes Mr. Basketball nominee…

Preview: Jimmy Carter’s Impact on the Boundary Waters

ELY, Minn.– Following the death of former president Jimmy Carter, he left behind quite the legacy for the Boundary Waters. After his recent death back in December, Friends of the Boundary Waters are looking back at his impact fondly. During Carter’s presidency, he teamed up with the Friends of the Boundary Waters. Together they passed numerous bills and acts promising…

Wild Sideline Kaprizov for at Least a Month, with Surgery Needed on Lingering Lower-Body Injury

After missing 12 games over a month of inaction, Kaprizov rejoined the Wild last week. He played in three games, but he was not himself.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Wild star Kirill Kaprizov needs surgery on the lingering lower-body injury he recently returned from and will be sidelined for at least a month. General manager Bill Guerin said during practice on Tuesday that Kaprizov is expected to be back with the team later this season, but the Wild must again compensate for the…

16 Teams Look to Sweep Competition in 2025 USA Curling National Championship

DULUTH, Minn. — The USA Curling hosted a national championship in Duluth, it’s first time hosting in 17 years. 16 teams looked to compete head-to-head in the 2025 USA Curling National Championship. Eight men and eight women’s team looked to sweep the competition, hoping to advance to the World Championships and represent Team USA. This year’s line-up featured a wide array…

Proctor/Hermantown Mirage Picks Up Third Straight Win With Victory Over Superior

The Mirage improves to 18-6 on the season.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage hosted Superior on Monday, trying to add to their winning streak. The Mirage protects home ice with a 7-0 victory over the Spartans. Proctor/Hermantown closes out their regular season on Thursday, January 30th, against North Shore. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For the Spartans, their next game is on Wednesday, January 29th against Duluth….

Klayton Knapp Earns NCHC Rookie of the Week Honors for 2nd Time in Three Weeks

Knapp had a saves percentage of 93 percent and averaged 35 saves per game against Denver.

DULUTH, Minn.- Another week and another NCHC Rookie of the Week honor for UMD goaltender Klayton Knapp. It’s the 2nd time in the last three weeks that Knapp has taken home the accolade. This past weekend, he had a saves percentage of 93 percent and averaged 35 saves per game against Denver. Knapp also picked up the win on Friday….

UMD Football Alum Heading to Super Bowl as Member of Eagles Coaching Staff

Yelk played with the Bulldogs from 2005-to-2008, where he was an All-American defensive back.

DULUTH, Minn.- A former UMD football standout and coach will make his first Super Bowl appearance with the Philadelphia Eagles. Tyler Yelk is the quality control coach for the Eagles and joined the team in 2023. Yelk played with the Bulldogs from 2005-to-2008, where he was an All-American defensive back. After his playing career, Yelk joined the UMD coaching staff…

Former Husky Kristian Campbell Earns Multiple MiLB Awards

The former 2022 Northwoods League All-Star went from High A to Triple A in the Red Sox organization this past year.

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Husky continues to make a name for himself in the minor leagues. Kristian Campbell was recently named Minor League Baseball Player of the Year and Minor League Baseball Breakout Player of the Year. The former 2022 Northwoods League All-Star went from High A to Triple A in the Red Sox organization this past year. He finished…

UMD Women’s Hockey Drops to #6 in USCHO Poll

It's the first time since October that the Bulldogs have not been the 4th ranked team in the country.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team dropped in the latest USCHO Poll on Monday. After being swept by St. Thomas this past weekend, UMD fell down two spots to number six. It’s the first time since October that the Bulldogs have not been the 4th ranked team in the country. UMD will look to snap a four-game skid this…

Islanders Acquire Defenseman Scott Perunovich in a Trade with the Blues

The Hibbing, Minnesota, native is making $1.15 million and is set to be a restricted free agent this summer.

ST. LOUIS (AP) — The New York Islanders made another addition to their blue line Monday, acquiring defenseman Scott Perunovich from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for a conditional fifth-round pick in the 2026 draft. The trade announced by the teams comes on the heels of the Islanders signing Tony DeAngelo to a contract for the rest of the NHL season….

Proctor/Hermantown Girls Hockey Earns 5-2 Victory Over Duluth

The Mirage defeated the Northern Stars 5-2 to pick up their 16th win of the season. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team faced off against the Duluth Northern Stars outside at the Woodland Community Center on Saturday. The Mirage defeated the Northern Stars 5-2 to pick up their 16th win of the season. The Mirage’s next game is on Monday, January 27th against Superior. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For the Northern Stars, their…

Prep Boys Hockey: Eden Prairie Tops Hibbing/Chisholm in Hockey Day Minnesota

The Bluejackets fall to 12-8 on the year.

SHAKOPEE, Minn.- The Hibbing/Chisholm boys hockey team made the long bus ride down to Shakopee, Minn on Saturday, to take on Eden Prairie for Hockey Day Minnesota. The Bluejackets and the Eagles went back and forth all game, but in the end, the Eagles defeated the Bluejackets 4-3.  Hibbing/Chisolm is back in action on Tuesday, January 28th against Rock Ridge. …

Hermantown Boys Hockey Picks Up 13th Win With Shutout Against Mahtomedi

The Hawks improve to 13-5-3 on the season.  

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team hosted Mahtomedi on Saturday in a rematch of last year’s state semifinal match up. A big first period for the Hawks led to a 4-0 win over the Zephyrs. The Hawks improve to 13-5-3 on the season. Hermantown is back in action on Thursday, January 30th, where they face Cloquet/Esko/Carlton. Puck drop is…

UMD Men’s Hockey Splits Series With #5 Denver After Falling 2-1

The Pioneers took game two of the series as they defeated the Bulldogs 2-1.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team wrapped up their series with Denver on Saturday night. The Pioneers took game two of the series as they defeated the Bulldogs 2-1. Scoring the lone goal for the Bulldogs was Owen Gallatin. UMD is back in action on Friday, February 7th, against Omaha. Puck drop is at 7:07 p.m. Categories: College, Sports,…

UW-Superior Men’s Hockey Team’s Unbeaten Streak Continues with 2-2 Tie Against River Falls

The Yellowjackets are back in action on Saturday, once again facing River Falls. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s hockey tried to defend their nine-game winning streak as they hosted UW-River Falls on Friday. In the end, they had to settle for the 2-2 tie with the Falcons. In the shoot-out, River Falls went on to take the extra point. Scoring for the Yellowjackets was Reed Stark and Justin Dauphinais. The Yellowjackets are back…

UMD Men’s Hockey Continues Winning Ways By Taking Game One From #5 Denver

UMD (10-12-1) will once again clash with Denver on Saturday. Puck drop is at 6:07 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team picked up another big win on Friday night, upsetting #5 Denver 4 to 3. Aaron Pionk, Max Plante, Kyle Bettens, and Anthony Menghini all scored for the Bulldogs in the contest. UMD (10-12-1) will once again clash with Denver on Saturday. Puck drop is at 6:07 PM. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports,…

UMD Men’s Basketball Handles UMary to Extend Win Streak to Six Games

Charlie Katona led the Bulldogs with 17 points in the victory.

BISMARCK, N.D.- The UMD men’s basketball team picked up a road victory on Friday night, defeating UMary 70 to 52. Charlie Katona led the Bulldogs with 17 points in the victory. UMD has now won their last six games. They’ll try to make it seven on Saturday when they visit Minot State. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of…

Top Play of the Week: 1/24

At number one, Superior's Tyler Olson takes a hack at a bouncing puck and clangs it off the pipes and in for the goal.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week’s top plays comes from on the ice. At number one, Superior’s Tyler Olson takes a hack at a bouncing puck and clangs it off the pipes and in for the goal. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Former Bulldog Gabbie Hughes to Play for Team U.S.A at Rivalry Series

Hughes is currently with the Ottawa Charge in the PWHL.

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD standoutGabbie Hughes was named to the U.S. Roster for their upcoming Rivalry series with Canada. She is one of 21 players that will make their way to Nova Scotia to take part in the games. Hughes is currently with the Ottawa Charge in the PWHL. In 11 games this season, she’s accounted for two assists. Team…

UMD Forward Dominic James Nominated for Hobey Baker Award

James has had quite the senior campaign so far as he's tallied 10 goals and 9 assists this season.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD captain Dominic James was nominated for the Hobey Baker Award on Friday. James has had quite the senior campaign so far as he’s tallied 10 goals and 9 assists this season. The forward is one of 22 players in the NCHC that were nominated for the honor. He’s seeking to be the first Bulldog to win the…

St. Thomas Shocks #4 UMD Women’s Hockey Again to Take Series Sweep

The Bulldogs (15-9-2) will try to bounce back next Friday when they welcome in Wisconsin.

MENDOTA HEIGHTS, Minn.- Coming off their first-ever win against UMD on Thursday, St. Thomas was able to top the Bulldogs again on Friday. Tied at 3 in overtime, Ella Boerger netted the game-winning goal to give St. Thomas the 4 to 3 victory. UMD had three different goal-scorers in the contest as Mary Kate O’Brien, Clara Van Wieren, and Danielle…

Boys Basketball: Duluth Denfeld & Hermantown Claim Road Victories

Hermantown will host Duluth Denfeld on Friday night.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team picked up their 8th win of the season on Thursday, defeating Superior 68 to 62. The Hunters will next play at Hermantown on Friday night at 7:15 PM. Superior falls to 7-9 and is at River Falls on Tuesday. In other boys basketball action, Hermantown snapped a three-game losing skid with a…

Prep Girls Hockey: Defensive Battle Between Northern Stars & Elk River Leads to 1-1 Tie

Scoring the lone goal for the Northern Stars was Bailey Theis. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Northern Stars hosted Elk River in hopes of their 10th win on Thursday night. It was a defensive battle all game as the Northern Stars and Elk end in a 1-1 tie. Scoring the lone goal for the Northern Stars was Bailey Theis. The Northern Stars are back in action on Friday, January 24th against Rock…

Lindaman’s First Career College Goal Helps St. Thomas Upset #4 UMD Women’s Hockey

UMD was led by Olivia Mobley and Zoey Krock, who each had a goal in the contest.

MENDOTA HEIGHTS, Minn.- For the first time in program history, the St. Thomas women’s hockey team picked up a win against UMD. Tied at 2 late in the 3rd, former Duluth Marshall Hilltopper Ilsa Lindaman found the back of the net with 23 seconds left to give the Tommies the 3-2 upset victory. The goal was also Lindaman’s first in…

MIB Girls Basketball Coach Jeff Buffetta Reaches 600 Career Wins

Buffetta is the 14th girls coach in the state of Minnesota to reach the milestone.

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- It was a night to celebrate for the Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team on Wednesday. Not only did they defeat Cass Lake-Bena 60-57, their coach also joined a prestigious club. Jeff Buffetta earned career win number 600 in the contest. He’s the 14th girls coach in the state of Minnesota to reach the milestone. Buffetta is in…

UMD Softball Picked to Finish 4th in NSIC, Walsh & Schmitt Named Players to Watch

UMD returns four full-time starters and 13 letterwinners from a year ago.

DULUTH, Minn.- The NSIC coaches poll for softball was released on Thursday for the upcoming season. Coming in at 4th was the UMD Bulldogs, who finished last year with a 41 and 15 record. UMD returns four full-time starters and 13 letterwinners from a year ago, that includes pitcher Maddy Walsh and infielder Nicole Schmitt. The duo were also named…

Wild Bring Back Kaprizov and Spurgeon From Injuries Before Game vs. Utah

Kaprizov was among the NHL leaders in goals and points before he was hurt.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild activated star Kirill Kaprizov and captain Jared Spurgeon from injured reserve before their game against Utah on Thursday, putting two integral players back in the lineup. Kaprizov last played on Dec. 23 against Chicago. He missed 12 games with a lower-body injury that lingered longer than the Wild initially believed it would,…

Minnesota Hunts Harvested More Deer in 2024

MINNESOTA – This last deer season was considered a successful one for northern Minnesota hunters. On Wednesday, the Minnesota DNR released the results from the 2024 hunting season. Hunters harvested more than 170,000 deer during the 2024 hunting season. That’s up 7% from last year’s season, and only 3% lower than a five year average. DNR officials say the weather…

Girls Basketball: Duluth Marshall Hands Proctor First Conference Loss of Season

Duluth Marshall improves to 12-6 and will next host Northome/Kelliher on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls basketball team picked up a big conference win on Wednesday, defeating Proctor 69 to 65. The Hilltoppers snapped the Rails eight-game winning streak plus handed them their first conference defeat of the season. Duluth Marshall improves to 12-6 and will next host Northome/Kelliher on Saturday. As for Proctor (16-2), they’ll host Grand Rapids on…

Northern Star: J’Vaun Walker

Walker is in his 5th and final season with the Yellowjackets.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Five years ago, UWS guard J’Vaun Walker left the Texas heat to the tundra of Superior, Wisconsin. “Obviously the weather was an adjustment. It still is an adjustment to say the least. I wanted to get away, see what I could do by myself a little bit. It’s worked out, so I have no regrets,” said Walker. And…

#4 UMD Women’s Hockey Faces Short Week for Series Against St. Thomas

UMD previously swept St. Thomas at home back in October and hold a 13-0-1 all-time record against them.

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd time this season, the 4th ranked UMD women’s hockey team is tasked with facing a short week as they will play at St. Thomas on Thursday and Friday. But, the Bulldogs will be eager to get out on the ice as they are coming off being swept by Ohio State at home. Thursday’s contest will…

Another Weekend, Another Ranked Opponent Awaits UMD Men’s Hockey

UMD will try for their first win against Denver since February of 2023 on Friday at 7:07 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- Another ranked opponent awaits the UMD men’s hockey team as the Bulldogs will welcome in 5th ranked Denver to Amsoil Arena this weekend. It’s the 3rd straight weekend the Bulldogs have clashed with a top 20 team. UMD has shown that they can compete with them as they’ve won three of their last four, including splitting with 19th…

Solon Springs/Northwood Runner Isaac Dickenson Commits to UMD

Dickenson will join his brother Owen and former teammate Dylan Taggart on the Bulldogs roster.

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- Another Solon Springs/Northwood runner is set to join UMD. Isaac Dickenson announced his commitment to both the Bulldogs cross country and track and field teams on Wednesday. Isaac was the sectional individual champion in both sports the past two seasons. He also got it done on the big stage placing 6th at the state cross country meet…

NBA Postpones Bucks-Pelicans Game After Historic Snow Storm in New Orleans

The Bucks are scheduled to play in Miami on Thursday.

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The NBA has postponed Wednesday night’s game in New Orleans between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Pelicans after a historic winter storm dumped about a foot of snow in the Big Easy. Tuesday’s winter storm made road travel treacherous in a subtropical city with minimal snow-clearing equipment on hand. The Milwaukee Bucks beat the weather by…

After Scoreless First & Second Period, Hermantown Breaks Out in 3rd to Top Superior

Hermantown (12-4-3) will next play at St. Thomas Academy on Friday.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Hermantown boys hockey team picked up their 12th win of the season on Tuesday, defeating Superior 3-1. The Hawks were held scoreless in the first and second period. But, the 3rd period was a different story as they erupted for three goals. Hermantown (12-4-3) will next play at St. Thomas Academy on Friday. As for Superior (4-13-1),…

After Turning to Conference Play, UW-Superior Men’s Basketball Starting to Heat Up

The Yellowjackets tip off with Northwestern Wednesday night.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After a slow start to the season for the UW-Superior men’s basketball team, they have started to heat up as they began UMAC conference play earlier this month. The Yellowjackets are currently on a four-game winning streak, all against conference opponents. Their latest win was against Martin Luther, where the Yellowjackets won in dominant fashion 91-to-62. The Yellowjackets…

Three Locals Land on 2025 Mr. Basketball of Minnesota Award Watch List

The winner will be announced following the state basketball tournaments.

DULUTH, Minn.- Three locals were named to the 2025 Mr. Basketball of Minnesota award watch list. They are Cloquet’s Jack Battaglia, Duluth Marshall’s Brooks Johnson, and lastly, Cherry’s Noah Sundquist. The 38 player list will be trimmed down to a top 10 on March 3rd. Two weeks later, the final five will be announced. The winner will be announced following…

Duluth FC Announces Front Office Changes

The moves come over a month after General Manager Charlie Forsyth resigned.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC has announced some changes to their front office. The team announced on Monday that Jonathan Bouvine is the new Director of Soccer Operations and Gabby Tachis has been named as the Director of Marketing and Business Development. The moves come over a month after General Manager Charlie Forsyth resigned. Categories: Sports

Floodwood Junior Jonah Spindler Reaches 1,000 Career Points

Spindler entered his game against Bigfork needing 13 points to reach 1,000 career points.

FLOODWOOD, Minn.- It was a night to remember for Floodwood junior Jonah Spindler on Monday. Spindler entered his game against Bigfork needing 13 points to reach 1,000 career points. He ended up getting 32 to surpass the mark and reach a total of 1,019 points. Spindler and the Polar Bears are next in action on Friday at Hill City. Categories:…

UMD’s Max Plante Named NCHC Rookie of the Week, UMD Women Stay at #4 in Poll

Plante stretched his point streak to six games with a goal and two assists against Colorado College.

DULUTH, Minn.- Hermantown native and current UMD forward Max Plante has been named the NCHC Rookie of the Week. Plante stretched his point streak to six games with a goal and two assists against Colorado College. The men host Denver this weekend. Over on the women’s side, UMD once again sees no movement in the USCHO poll as they remain…

Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner Elected to Baseball Hall of Fame

Sabathia was a six-time All-Star, won the 2007 AL Cy Young Award and a World Series title in 2009.

NEW YORK (AP) — Ichiro Suzuki became the first Japanese player chosen for baseball’s Hall of Fame, falling one vote shy of unanimous when he was elected Tuesday along with CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner. Suzuki received 393 of 394 votes from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. Sabathia was on 342 ballots and Wagner on 325, which was 29…

Vikings, Kevin O’Connell Reach Agreement on Multi-Year Extension

O’Connell is 34-19 through three seasons as the Vikings’ head coach.

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Vikings announced Tuesday they have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension for head coach Kevin O’Connell. O’Connell is 34-19 through three seasons as the Vikings’ head coach. Owner and President Mark Wilf released a statement on Tuesday. “Kevin is exactly who we believed him to be when we named him as our head coach…

Eveleth Hockey Legend Willard Ikola Dies at 92

As a player, Ikola helped Eveleth win three straight state championships.

EDINA, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Edina community is mourning the loss of a legend in Minnesota high school hockey. Former Edina High School boys hockey coach Willard Ikola has passed away at the age of 92. Remembering Willard Ikola What we know: In a statement, Edina Public Schools writes that Coach Ikola passed away on Monday evening. He served as Edina High School’s…

Prep Boys Hockey: Hibbing/Chisholm Breaks Three-Game Skid, Duluth East Falls

The Duluth Marshall boys hockey team hosted Hibbing/Chisholm on Monday night. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall boys hockey team hosted Hibbing/Chisholm on Monday night. The Hilltoppers and the Bluejackets ended regulation tied at two. The Bluejackets later added a goal in overtime to take down the Hilltoppers 3-2. Hibbing/Chisholm is back in action on Tuesday, January 21st against International Falls. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. For the Hilltoppers, their next…