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High School, Sports

Prep Soccer: Esko & Denfeld Girls Settle for Tie, Grand Rapids Boys Pick Up 9th Win

The Thunderhawks were led by Dean Kortekaas, who had a hat trick in the victory.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Esko and Duluth Denfeld girls soccer teams gave it their all on Monday night. Ultimately, neither came away with the win. The two teams settled for the 0-o tie. Cayley Larsen had 21 saves in net for the Hunters. Duluth Denfeld will next host Duluth East on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Esko is hosting Cloquet/Carlton on Thursday. In boys…

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College, Sports

After Two Seasons of Heartbreak, UWS Volleyball Embracing Revenge Tour in 2024

The Yellowjackets are 3-0 so far this year in divisional play and haven't dropped a set yet to their UMAC counterparts.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS volleyball team is making a case for the UMAC conference title this season. The Yellowjackets are 3-0 so far this year in divisional play and haven’t dropped a set yet to their UMAC counterparts. UWS is coming off a season in which they dropped their 2nd straight title game at the hands of Northwestern. Head Coach…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Pete Rose, Baseball’s Banned Hits Leader, Has Died at Age 83

A 17-time All-Star, the switch-hitting Rose played on three World Series winners.
The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Pete Rose, baseball’s career hits leader and fallen idol who undermined his historic achievements and Hall of Fame dreams by gambling on the game he loved and once embodied, has died. He was 83. Stephanie Wheatley, a spokesperson for Clark County in Nevada, confirmed on behalf of the medical examiner that Rose died Monday. Wheatley said…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Brewers and Mets Both Proved Skeptics Wrong to Set Up Unlikely NL Wild Card Series Matchup

The Brewers have won 12 of their last 14 meetings with the Mets.
The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The New York Mets weren’t supposed to get this far. Neither were the Milwaukee Brewers. Yet here they are squaring off in a best-of-three NL Wild Card Series beginning Tuesday in Milwaukee. These two teams should know each other well. The Mets finished playing a series in Milwaukee on Sunday before heading to Atlanta to play a…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Move Up to #3 in Polls, UMD Men Stay Put at #18

Both teams return to action this weekend with the women playing Colgate and the men hosting Bemidji State and Manitoba.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- They may have not had a game this weekend, but the UMD women’s hockey team is still moving up in the polls. The Bulldogs are now ranked 3rd in the country after previously being 4th a week ago. UMD will return to action this weekend when they play at Colgate. Meanwhile on the men’s side, no movement in…

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High School, Sports

Esko Senior Reese Kuklinski to Play College Soccer at Minot State

So far this season, Kuklinski has tallied three goals and two assists for the 8-3 Esko soccer team.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- A current Esko girls soccer standout announced her next stop over the weekend. Senior Defender Reese Kuklinski made her verbal commitment to Minot State on her own personal instagram page. So far this season, Kuklinski has tallied three goals and two assists for the 8-3 Esko soccer team. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Superior’s Arianna Robillard Commits to UND Softball

In 20 games last season, Robillard registered 13 wins in the circle.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior’s Arianna Robillard will make the jump to the division one ranks next spring. Robillard comitted to the University of North Dakota, out of the Summit conference. In 20 games last season, Robillard registered 13 wins in the circle. She could also hit too as she clubbed 26 hits and had a batting average of .356. Robillard and…
Professional Sports, Sports

Marina Mabrey’s Six 3s Lift Sun to 73-70 Win Over Lynx in Game 1 of WNBA Playoffs Semifinal

Napheesa Collier, who averaged 40 points in the first round of the playoffs, led Minnesota with 19 points and nine rebounds.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Marina Mabrey scored 20 points and Alyssa Thomas added 17 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists and the Connecticut Sun defeated the Minnesota Lynx 73-70 on Sunday night in Game 1 of their semifinals series. DiJonai Carrington had 13 points and DeWanna Bonner had 10 points and 11 boards for the Sun. Napheesa Collier, who averaged 40…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Sam Darnold and Undefeated Vikings Dominate First Half and Hang On to Beat Packers 31-29

Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings keep proving skeptics wrong while maintaining early control of the NFC North race.
The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings keep proving skeptics wrong while maintaining early control of the NFC North race. Darnold threw three touchdown passes and Jordan Addison scored twice as the undefeated Vikings built an early 28-point lead and hung on down the stretch to beat the Green Bay Packers 31-29 on Sunday. Picked by…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Football: Two Harbors, Hermantown, and Grand Rapids Grab Week 5 Wins

Week 5 of Prep Football Kicks off in Minnesota.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.—Friday night signaled Week 5 for prep football teams in Minnesota. Two Harbors took down Esko 55-26 on Friday night, improving to 4-1 on the year. The Agates next game will be against Rock Ridge. For Esko, they will face off against Hibbing next Friday. In other action, Grand Rapids defeated Duluth East 47-14. The Thunderhawks next game will…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Timberwolves Reportedly Trading Karl-Anthony Towns to New York Knicks

Towns was drafted Nol. 1 overall by the Timberwolves in 2015 and has spent nine seasons in Minnesota.
KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Timberwolves open training camp next week, and they made a blockbuster trade Friday night. According to Shams Charania and Jon Krawczynski with The Athletic, the Timberwolves are trading Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks for Julius Randle, Donte Divencenzo and a first round pick. Why it matters Towns was drafted Nol. 1 overall by the…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 9/27

At number one, Hermantown's Martin Sleen gets loose against Rock Ridge and breaks one for an 87 yard rushing touchdown.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays came from both on the volleyball court and on the football field. At number two, Cloquet’s Ahnna Carlson lays out for the ball to set up her teammate Ella Anderson with the impressive return. At number one, Hermantown’s Martin Sleen gets loose against Rock Ridge and breaks one for an 87 yard rushing touchdown….

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College, Sports

Sadie Peart Joins Dartmouth Women’s Hockey Coaching Staff

Former Grand Rapids/Greenway high school hockey star Sadie Peart has been named as an assistant coach for the 2024-25 season.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.– Former Grand Rapids/Greenway high school hockey star Sadie Peart has joined the Dartmouth women’s hockey coaching staff. Peart has been named as an assistant coach for the 2024-25 season and will be working with former UMD women’s hockey head coach Maura Crowell. During Peart’s high school career at Grand Rapids/Greenway, she finished with 253 points on 98 goals…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Packers Host Undefeated Vikings in Key Early NFC North Showdown

This is Minnesota’s first September game at Green Bay since consecutive early season trips to Lambeau Field in 2018 and 2019.
The Associated Press,

Minnesota (3-0) at Green Bay (2-1) Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Packers by 2 1/2. Against the spread: Vikings 3-0, Packers 2-1 Series record: Packers lead 66-58-3 Last meeting: Packers won 33-10 in Minnesota on Dec. 31. Last week: Vikings beat Houston Texans 34-7 at home; Packers won 30-14 at Tennessee Vikings offense: Overall (12), rush (13),…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Women Hockey Team’s Home Opener Postponed

Postponed due to travel complications for Syracuse University.
Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.– The University of Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team’s home opener has been postponed due to travel complications caused by Hurricane Helene for Syracuse University. The series is set to be rescheduled for January 2-3. Puck drop for Thursdays match is at 2 p.m. and Fridays at 3 p.m.  The Bulldogs will be back in action on Oct. 4,…

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High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Proctor & Cloquet Earn Lake Superior Conference Wins

Two and a half weeks remain in the regular season.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- In a Lake Superior conference matchup on Thursday night, Proctor protected their home court against Superior. The Rails went on to defeat the Spartans in four sets. Proctor will next host Esko on Tuesday. As for Superior, they’ll host Duluth East on Tuesday. In other volleyball action, Cloquet earned a road victory against Duluth Denfeld, winning in four…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coming Off Sweep of Buckeyes, #4 Bulldogs Ready for Home Opener Against Syracuse

UMD has never played Syracuse before.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team went into to Columbus and came out with a sweep against the then top ranked Buckeyes last weekend. Now, the 4th ranked Bulldogs will be welcomed home as they get set to face a team they’ve never seen before. That would be the Syracuse Orange, who are coming off a 7-24-3 record from…
Professional Sports, Sports

Napheesa Collier Scores 42 to Tie a WNBA Playoff Record for Points, and the Lynx Swept the Mercury

Napheesa Collier scored 42 to tie a WNBA playoff record for points in a game, and the Minnesota Lynx swept the Phoenix Mercury 101-88 on Wednesday night.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Napheesa Collier scored 42 to tie a WNBA playoff record for points in a game, and the Minnesota Lynx swept the Phoenix Mercury 101-88 on Wednesday night. Collier tied Breanna Stewart and Angel McCoughtry for the 42-point record when she made 1 of 2 free throws with 3:18 left in the fourth quarter. It was one of…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Former Timberwolf Derrick Rose, a No. 1 Overall Pick in 2008 and the 2011 NBA MVP, Announces Retirement

Rose averaged 17.4 points and 5.2 assists in 723 regular-season games.
The Associated Press,

Derrick Rose’s last act as an NBA player came in the form of a letter to the game of basketball, addressing the highs and lows that he experienced over a 16-year pro career. And with that, his career ended on his terms. Rose, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2008 NBA draft by his hometown Chicago Bulls and the…

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High School, Sports

Northern Star: Taye Manns

In the first four games of the season, Manns has found the end zone 18 times, tying his season total from a year ago.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Dolphins legend Mercury Morris once said “In practice, I run every play like I’m scoring a touchdown.” Duluth Denfeld running back Taye Manns has been doing the same this fall, except he’s doing it in games. In the first four games of the season, Manns has found the end zone 18 times, tying his season total from a…
Professional Sports, Sports

Vikings Legend Tommy Kramer Announces Dementia Diagnosis

On the heels of Brett Favre disclosing that he had Parkinson's disease, legendary Vikings quarterback Tommy Kramer shared that he was diagnosed with dementia.
KQDS Staff,

(FOX 9) – On the heels of Brett Favre disclosing that he had Parkinson’s disease, legendary Vikings quarterback Tommy Kramer shared that he was diagnosed with dementia. What we know In a tweet on Wednesday, Kramer shared a message about his diagnosis. He says he was diagnosed with dementia just over a year ago at the NFL Cleveland Clinic. Kramer says he could have…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Football Gearing Up for Potential Section Title Game Preview at North Branch

The Hunters have shown their ability to put up points in the first four weeks of the season, averaging 56 per game.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s hard to top the matchup going on in North Branch Friday evening as the 4-0 Duluth Denfeld Hunters visit the defending section 7AAAA champs in the North Branch Vikings. The Hunters have shown their ability to put up points in the first four weeks of the season, averaging 56 per game. But the most the Vikings have…
Community, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Opportunity For Free Bicycle Basics Classes

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota is visiting Duluth, offering up free bike riding lessons to promote safe rides. The Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota or, BikeMN visited Duluth to offer free classes for folks interested in getting refreshed on bike skills. The goal is to eventually pass along that information to kids learning how to ride. They covered…

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College, Sports

UWS & CSS Volleyball Both Victorious in Conference Openers

The UW-Superior volleyball team defeated Northland 3-0 and St. Scholastica took down Augsburg 3-2
Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– The UW-Superior volleyball team defeated Northland 3-0, opening up conference play for the Yellowjackets. Leading the way in kills for the Jackets was Marena Saeger and Addy Gangl, both recording eleven on the night. UWS improves to 11-5 and will face off against Crown College on Friday, Sep. 27. Over in Minnesota, the St. Scholastica volleyball team took…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

After Successful Road Trip, UMD Football Turns Attention to Southwest Minnesota State

UMD owns a 29-7-1 all-time record against Southwest.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team was looking to bounce back this past Saturday as they traveled to play UMary. And that they did, as they dominated in all facets of the game en route to a 43 to 7 thumping. The Bulldogs now turn the page to another team they’ve had success against in recent years. And that’s the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey to Play in Belfast Friendship Series in January of 2026

The Belfast Friendship Series is the first and only NCAA division one women's hockey tournament to take place outside of North America.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- An opportunity of a lifetime awaits the UMD women’s hockey team next season. The Bulldogs will travel to Belfast, Ireland in January of 2026 to play in the Belfast Friendship Series. They’ll be joined by Boston University, Quinnipiac, and Laura Bellamy and Harvard. The Belfast Friendship Series is the first and only NCAA division one women’s hockey tournament…

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Retired NFL Quarterback Brett Favre Says He Has Parkinson’s Disease

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, he told a congressional committee Tuesday. Favre made the disclosure as part of his testimony about a welfare misspending scandal in Mississippi. Favre, who does not face criminal charges, has repaid just over $1 million in speaking fees funded by a welfare program in the state and was also…

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High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Soccer Starts Out Fast to Take Down Grand Rapids

Hermantown improves to 8-2-2 and will next play at Superior on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys soccer team protected their home turf on Monday, defeating Grand Rapids 3 to 1. The Hawks’ Owen Landrigan kick-started the scoring with a goal just 14 seconds into the contest. Hermantown improves to 8-2-2 and will next play at Superior on Thursday. As for Grand Rapids (6-4-2), they’ll host Superior on Tuesday. Categories: High School,…

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College, Sports

Former CSS Quarterback Zach Edwards Named 2024 ELF Offensive Player of the Year

Edwards, who's on the Paris Musketeers, threw for 3,057 passing yards with 34 touchdowns.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former St. Scholastica quarterback collected some hardware for his stellar season in the European Football League. Zach Edwards was named the 2024 ELF offensive player of the year over the weekend. Edwards, who’s on the Paris Musketeers, threw for 3,057 passing yards with 34 touchdowns. He could also run the ball too, tallying 792 rushing yards and…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Ranked 18th in USCHO National Poll

UMD is coming off a year in which they went 12-20-5 and were unranked to finish the season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Soon it will be the start of the season for the UMD men’s hockey team. And on Monday, the first USCHO national poll was released. The Bulldogs cracked the top 20 as they are ranked 18th to start the season. UMD is coming off a year in which they went 12-20-5 and were unranked to finish the season….

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Gascon & Kraemer Earn WCHA Weekly Honors, Hermantown Native Ella Anick Named Defender of the Week

UMD returns home this weekend to host Syracuse.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two members of the UMD women’s hockey team picked up WCHA honors after playing key roles in their sweep against top ranked Ohio State. Goaltender of the Week was given to Eve Gascon, who stopped 75 of the 79 shots she saw against the Buckeyes. That’s the most saves in a series in her career. The two wins…
Professional Sports, Sports

Vikings are Relieved Darnold has Just a Knee Bruise and No Damage After a Late Hit

Darnold was hurt when Houston defensive end Danielle Hunter took him to the turf after a completion late in the third quarter on Sunday.
The Associated Press,

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota quarterback Sam Darnold has a bruised left knee from a late and low hit that sidelined him for one play, a relief to the undefeated Vikings after an MRI exam revealed no structure damage. Darnold was hurt when Houston defensive end Danielle Hunter took him to the turf after a completion late in the third…
Professional Sports, Sports

Napheesa Collier Scores 38 as Lynx Fend Off Mercury 102-95 in Playoff Opener

The Lynx will host Game 2 at the Target Center on Wednesday.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Napheesa Collier scored a playoff career-high 38 points and the Minnesota Lynx blew a 23-point lead before rallying late to beat the Phoenix Mercury 102-95 on Sunday in Game 1 of a best-of-three series. Minnesota, the Western Conference champions and No. 2 seed, turned a 32-19 first-quarter lead into a 50-27 advantage with 5:35 left before halftime….

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Professional Sports, Sports

Malik Willis Shows the Titans What They Gave Up, Leading the Packers to a 30-14 Rout

A change of scenery and an injury gave Malik Willis a huge opportunity to show what he can do in the NFL.
The Associated Press,

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A change of scenery and an injury gave Malik Willis a huge opportunity to show what he can do in the NFL. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur said people truly can’t fathom what the third-year quarterback has done in less than a month with the Packers. Willis ran for a touchdown and threw for a score…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Vikings Stay Undefeated with 34-7 Dismantling of Texans Behind Fierce Defense, Darnold’s 4 TDs

The Vikings improved to 6-0 all time against the Texans.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With the Minnesota Vikings savoring the unfamiliar vibe of being in full control in the fourth quarter, Justin Jefferson climbed on the bench to repeatedly wave his arms in encouragement of the home crowd to roar even louder for a defense that had the Houston Texans on their heels all afternoon. The ovations were well-deserved. Sam Darnold…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 9/20

At number one, Denfeld's Taye Manns breaks another lengthy run as he finds the end zone in the Hunters' win over rivals Duluth East.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s top plays, both came from on the gridirion. At number two, Northwestern’s Ricky Ericksen shows he’s been paying attention to the tip drill in practice as he picks up an INT against Cumberland. At number one, Denfeld’s Taye Manns breaks another lengthy run as he finds the end zone in the Hunters’ win over rivals…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Runs Past Rivals Duluth East, Northwestern Bounces Back

Duluth Denfeld improves to 4-0 on the season and the Tigers get a bounce back win.
Isaiah Wiita, Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld football team defeated Duluth East on Friday, 48 to 14 to improve to 4-0 on the season. The Hunters next game is on the road against North Branch on Sep. 27. For the Greyhounds (2-2), they will host Grand Rapids next Friday. Over in Wisconsin, the Northwestern Tigers defeated Cumberland 68 to 6. The Tigers…

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High School, Sports

South Shore Names Jolene Anderson as New Girls Basketball Head Coach

Anderson takes over a team that went 23-3 and made a regional appearance.
Neil Vierzba,

PORT WING, Wis.- One of the all-time greats at South Shore High School and a Superior native is making her return to the Cardinals this winter to lead the girls basketball team. Jolene Anderson has been named the head coach of the program. She’s the second all-time scoring leader in program history just behind Port Wing native Megan Gustafson. Anderson…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Luke Loheit Joins Kansas City Mavericks of ECHL

In his final season at UMD, Loheit posted career-highs in goals and assists with 10 each.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Bulldog Luke Loheit has landed on his feet after being released from a tryout contract with the Wild the other day. Loheit has joined the Kansas City Mavericks, who are the ECHL affiliate of the Seattle Kraken. This will be Loheit’s first pro team as he just wrapped up his five-year career with the Bulldogs this past…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Girls Hockey Forms Co-Op with North Shore

Marshall went 22-4-1 in the 2023-2024 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls hockey team will merge with North Shore for the upcoming season. The Duluth News Tribune’s Jamey Malcomb was the first to report the co-op. The reason for the change is the Hilltoppers are faced with low numbers after making their fourth straight Section 7A title game appearance last year. The plan is to hold…

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Hawk Weekend Takes Flight at Hawk Ridge

Emily Halling,

  DULUTH, Minn.– This well-known birding spot is kicking off their most popular weekend of the year! Hawk weekend is catering to the bird enthusiasts in the Northland by celebrating one of the busiest migration weeks.  Specifically, the arrival of broad-winged hawks will be highlighted this weekend. Hawk Ridge has been participating in research and education programs for over 50…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Girls Soccer Gets Revenge in Section 7A Rematch Against Esko

Marshall is next in action on Saturday as they'll travel to face LILA.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After falling to Esko in the Section 7A title game in 2023, Duluth Marshall had some redemption on Thursday. The Hilltoppers defeated Esko on their homefield 3 to 2 to improve to 5-1-2 on the season. Marshall is next in action on Saturday as they’ll travel to face LILA. Esko falls to 7-2 on the season and will…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Wilderness & UMD Goalie Kasimir Kaskisuo Joins Bruins on Tryout Contract

Kaskisuo played at UMD from 2014 to 2016.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Bulldog and Wilderness goalie will have the chance to make his return to the NHL. Kasimir Kaskisuo has agreed to a professional tryout contract with the Boston Bruins. Kaskisuo last suited up in the NHL in 2020 with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Since then, he’s played overseas in Sweden and most recently was with the Montreal…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Set to Open Conference Play with Bouts Against Winona & Concordia-St. Paul

UMD has won their last two against Winona but have lost their last eight to Concordia-St. Paul.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Thursday marks the start of conference play for the 11th ranked UMD volleyball team as they’ll put their undefeated record to the test against the 6-3 Winona State Warriors. It also is the beginning of quite the weekend schedule as UMD also has a matchup with the 10th ranked Concordia-St. Paul Golden Bears on Saturday. Head Coach Jim…

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High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Alex Schott

Third season as Hermantown's starting quarterback
Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Experience can often be hard to come by at the quarterback position in high school football, but Alex Schott is a rare exception for the Hermantown Hawks. “You got your Peyton Mannings of the world, you got your Tom Bradys, and that was always kind of who I looked up to, and kind of wanted to always be…

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College, Sports

UWS Men’s and Women’s Soccer Dominate in UMAC Conference Opener

The Yellowjackets opened up conference play on Wednesday by hosting North Central in a double header.
Isaiah Wiita,

Superior, Wis.– The Yellowjackets opened up conference play Wednesday hosting North Central (Minn.). The women’s team kicked off the night with a 10-0 win over the Rams. Leading the way for the Yellowjackets was senior forward Niya Wilson, who scored three goals on the night. The UWS women currently has an overall record of 3-4. As for the men’s team,…

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High School, Sports

Duluth East & Duluth Denfeld Boys Soccer Settle for 0-0 Tie

Cannon Peak had 10 saves in net for the Hunters. On the other end, Gray Knutson had five saves for the Greyhounds.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In the annual rivalry game between the Duluth East and Duluth Denfeld boys soccer teams, neither came out as a winner. On Wednesday night, the two teams battled to a 0-0 tie. Cannon Peak had 10 saves in net for the Hunters. On the other end, Gray Knutson had five saves for the Greyhounds. Duluth Denfeld will play…