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Prep Volleyball: Hermantown & Duluth East Improve to 2-0 on the Season

The Hawks and Greyhounds will face off against one another on September 3rd.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown volleyball team continued their strong start to the season on Tuesday, defeating Esko in four sets. The scores were as follows: 25-23 (Hermantown), 22-25 (Esko), 25-19 (Hermantown), 25-17 (Hermantown) Claire Kaups led Hermantown with 15 kills. Hermantown (2-0) will next play at Duluth East on September 3rd. Speaking of the Greyhounds, they also improved to 2-0 on…
Professional Sports, Sports

Kene Nwangwu, Lewis Cine Among Notable Vikings Roster Cuts

Players who are waived on Tuesday could end up on the Vikings’ practice squad if they are not claimed by another team.
KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Vikings had to trim their roster to 53 players by 3 p.m. Tuesday, and the biggest names to not make the team are Lewis Cine and Kene Nwangwu. The roster is not final, and changes throughout the season. Players who are waived on Tuesday could end up on the Vikings’ practice squad if they are not claimed by…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Soccer Blanks North Branch for 1st Win

Tyler Northfield led the Hunters with two goals in the contest.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team picked up their first win of the season on Tuesday, defeating North Branch 3-0. Tyler Northfield led the Hunters with two goals in the contest. Ben Senich had the other goal for Denfeld. In net, Cannon Peak stopped all five shots he saw. Duluth Denfeld (1-2) will next host Lakeville South on…

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College, Sports

UWS Women’s Soccer Voted to Finish 1st in UMAC Conference

UWS is vying for their 4th straight conference championship this upcoming season.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A day after the UWS men’s soccer squad was picked to finish 1st in the UMAC, the women’s team has now followed suit. On Tuesday, the Yellowjackets received 36 points and six of seven first place votes in the UMAC coaches poll. UWS is vying for their 4th straight conference championship this upcoming season. They’ll open up their…

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Packers Acquire QB Malik Willis From Titans, Cut K Anders Carlson and Place RB AJ Dillon on IR

The moves leave starter Jordan Love and Willis as the only quarterbacks on Green Bay's roster.
The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis.- (AP) The Green Bay Packers got a new backup quarterback, lost their No. 2 running back to a season-ending injury and cut their incumbent kicker as they released their 53-man roster on Tuesday. Green Bay acquired quarterback Malik Willis from the Tennessee Titans for a 2025 seventh-round draft pick and followed that up by cutting quarterbacks Sean…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Brent Laing Waived By Los Angeles Chargers

Laing is now free to sign with any other team or he could possibly revert back to the Chargers practice squad.
Neil Vierzba,

LOS ANGELES, California.- Cutdown day in the NFL impacts over 900 players, that included former Bulldog offensive lineman Brent Laing, who was trying to make the 53 man roster for the Los Angeles Chargers. Unfortunately, he received bad news Tuesday afternoon as the Chargers waived the center. Laing had been in LA since December of 2023, when the Chargers signed…

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High School, Sports

Hermantown Girls Tennis Picks Up 1st Win in Road Contest Against Duluth Marshall

The Hawks won three out of the four singles matches and all three doubles matches.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hermantown girls tennis team picked up their first win of the season on Monday, defeating Duluth Marshall 6 to 1. The Hawks won three out of the four singles matches and all three doubles matches. Hermantown will next play at Grand Rapids on Tuesday. As for Duluth Marshall, they’ll face Cloquet on Wednesday. Categories: High School, Sports

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High School, Sports

Hermantown Senior Aidan Adamski Commits to St. Thomas Football

Last season, Adamski suited up for Two Harbors and tallied 54 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, and four sacks.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A current Hermantown Hawk knows where he’ll be suiting up next year. Senior defensive end and fullback Aidan Adamski announced his commitment to St. Thomas over the weekend. Last season, Adamski suited up for Two Harbors and tallied 54 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, and four sacks. He also found the end zone twice, once offensively and once…

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College, Sports

UWS Men’s Soccer Picked to Finish 1st in UMAC Conference

UWS is vying for their 8th straight UMAC conference title this upcoming season.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s soccer team was once again picked to finish first in the UMAC conference this upcoming season. The Yellowjackets earned 48 points in the coaches poll and six of eight first place votes. UWS is vying for their 8th straight UMAC conference title this upcoming season. They kick off their campaign on August 30th at Augsburg….

UMD Football
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Eager for Season Opener at Northern Michigan

Bulldogs defeated Wildcats in 2023 regular season opener
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- As students flooded UMD’s campus for the first day of classes, Head Coach Curt Wiese and his players continued to gameplan for their 2024 season opener against Northern Michigan. “This is an opportunity for us to be 1-0, to be able to start the season off the right way,” Noted Wiese, who will coach in his 14th complete…

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College, Sports

Felipe Oliveira Right at Home With Yellowjackets

First-Team All-UMAC selection in 2023
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In the last year and a half in the Twin Ports, Felipe Oliveira has already made quite a name for himself on the pitch. In his first season with the UW-Superior men’s soccer team, Oliveira was a First-Team All-UMAC selection, scoring five goals while adding three assists. In 23 games, the Goshen College transfer started a team-leading 22…

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Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Harbor Monsters Reflect on Unlikely Path to Inaugural Championship

"It wasn't anything that I truly expected"
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two weeks after winning the first-ever ArenaMania Championship, Duluth Harbor Monsters General Manager Steve Walters thought back to his team’s title-winning performance. “To be honest, it wasn’t anything that I truly expected,” Recalled Walters, who worked in sales and marketing before joining the upstart indoor football franchise. “When it came to the championship itself, it was an amazing…

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Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Joe Mooney

UWS Men's Soccer Coach entering 17th season
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we catch up with Joe Mooney of the UW-Superior men’s soccer team with the 2024 season right around the corner. Mooney is entering his 17th year as the Yellowjackets’ head coach and has already earned over 200 wins at the helm. The UWS men’s soccer season begins on Friday, August 30 on the…

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Top Play: 8/23

Northwestern's Nelson recovers fumble for defensive touchdown
Ben Burns,

MAPLE, Wis.- It’s not often that defensive linemen are able to get their hands on the ball, let alone score touchdowns. On Friday, Northwestern’s Finley Nelson recovered a fumble in the end zone following a botched jet sweep handoff by Prescott. This marked the Tigers’ first touchdown of the season, but it was their only score in a 42-8 loss…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Northwestern & Superior Football Suffer Season-Opening Defeats

Friday was opening night for prep football teams in Wisconsin.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

MAPLE, Wis.- The three-time defending Heart O’North champions, the Northwestern football team began their 2024 campaign on Friday. Unfortunately, their opponent Prescott was too much for the Tigers as they came away with the 42 to 8 victory. The contest was Northwestern’s first opening week loss since 2008. Northwestern (0-1) will try to bounce back next Friday at home against…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Two Rivers Spoils Season & Home Opener for C-E-C Boys Soccer

Collin Young had the lone goal for the Lumberjacks.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys soccer team began their season on Friday against another state tournament team from a year ago in Two Rivers. After scoring less than eight minutes into the contest, C-E-C let up two goals to end the half and that proved to be the difference maker as they fell to Warriors, 2-1. Collin Young had the…

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High School, Sports

Northwestern Not Shying Away From High Expectations

10-2 in 2023, eliminated in third round
Ben Burns,

MAPLE, Wis.- After losing on their home field in a stunning WIAA Level 3 loss to St. Croix Falls, the Northwestern High School football team is ready to kick it up a notch this season. In 2023, the Tigers finished 10-2 overall, marking the seventh straight season with at least one playoff victory. Eighth-year head coach Jovin Kroll will have…

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High School, Sports

Prep Volleyball: Hermantown Sweeps Marshall, Duluth East Rallies Past Blaine

For the fourth straight year, Hermantown began their campaign with a straight set victory over Duluth Marshall.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A number of area volleyball teams began their regular seasons on Thursday night. For the fourth straight year, Hermantown began their campaign with a straight set victory over Duluth Marshall. The Hawks (1-0) return home Tuesday to face Esko. Duluth Marshall (0-1) continues their homestand by taking on Proctor on Tuesday. In other volleyball action, Duluth East dropped…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Wieck to Make Return to Iowa as Bulldogs Battle Hawkeyes in Exhibition Game

Wieck joined the Hawkeyes as a walk-on forward in the 2004 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD men’s head coach Justin Wieck will be making a return to his alma mater this season. On October 25th, he will lead his Bulldogs against the University of Iowa in an exhibition game. Wieck joined the Hawkeyes as a walk-on forward in the 2004 season. He was a part of two straight NCAA tournament appearances and one…
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Dylan Samberg to Compete at PGA Manitoba Open

It's a return to the sport where he once tied for 3rd at the AA Boys Golf State Tournament in 2016.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Former UMD and Hermantown defenseman and current Winnipeg Jet Dylan Samberg is set to compete at the PGA Manitoba Open this upcoming weekend. It’s a return to the sport where he once tied for 3rd at the AA Boys Golf State Tournament in 2016. Samberg is also reunited with former teammate Ryan Sandelin, who is set to serve…

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High School, Sports

Duluth East Girls Soccer Hoping Retooled Roster Helps Make Next Step

Duluth East's season begins on Thursday as they host Woodbury.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls soccer team has gradually improved over the past couple of seasons. They took a step further in 2023 by posting a 12-4-2 record with an appearance in the 7AAA semifinals. However, it’ll be interesting to see how the beginning of 2024 goes for the team as they deal with a whopping 15 seniors gone…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Pitz & Williams Land on Reece’s Senior Bowl Watchlist

Pitz and Williams are the first Bulldogs since Brent Laing in 2021 to be named to the Reece's Senior Bowl Watchlist.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football’s Sam Pitz and Aiden Williams have had plenty of preseason recognition this off-season. That continued on Wednesday, when the duo was named to the 2025 Reece’s Senior Bowl watchlist. It’s the 3rd time each player has landed on a watchlist as they previously were named to the East/West Shrine Bowl watchlist and the D2football.com Elite 100…

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High School, Sports

Cloquet Volleyball Looks to Fill Void of 5 Seniors Lost From a Year Ago

Cloquet's first game of the season will come on August 27th at Duluth East.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- For three straight seasons, the Cloquet Volleyball team has competed for the Section title in 7AAA. And in all of those three seasons they’ve fallen just short to Grand Rapids. With a new campaign on the horizon, the Lumberjacks will look to kick down the door this year. But, they will have to do so with a number…

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High School, Sports

Hermantown’s A.J. Francisco to Play College Hockey at Notre Dame

Just this past season, the defenseman and forward tallied 13 goals and 17 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown’s A.J. Francisco is set to play for Notre Dame beginning in the 2026-2027 season. Just this past season, the defenseman and forward tallied 13 goals and 17 assists in his only year on the Hawks varsity team. This upcoming winter, Francisco is set to skate for the U.S. National Under-17 Team, joining fellow Hermantown native Victor Plante…

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High School, Sports

Esko’s Sam Haugen Set to Join Brother Cale on MSU-Mankato Baseball Team

In Haugen's junior season with Esko, he hit .444 with 36 hits and 33 runs batted in.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko’s Sam Haugen knows where his next home will be. And it just so happens to be with his brother Cale at Minnesota State- Mankato. On Wednesday, Haugen confirmed his commitment to the Mavericks in a Twitter post. In Haugen’s junior season with Esko, he hit .444 with 36 hits and 33 runs batted in. He also reached…

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High School, Sports

Duluth East Girls Tennis Takes Down Crosstown Rivals Duluth Denfeld

The Greyhounds are now 2-2 on the season and will next face Buffalo and Hermantown on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East girls tennis team picked up their 2nd win of the season on Tuesday, defeating Duluth Denfeld 5 to 2. Singles: No. 1 – Maria Oppelt, Denfeld def. Cedar Fischer, Duluth East, 6-4 , 6-4. No. 2 – MacMillan Anissa, Denfeld def. Nora Good, Duluth East, 6-3 , 4-6 , 10-8. No. 3 – Mae McCall,…

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College, Sports

UWS Men’s Soccer Primed for UMAC 8-Peat

Finished 2023 regular season winning 15 of last 17 games
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- After winning seven straight UMAC Championships, the UW-Superior men’s soccer team has no plans of ending their inner-conference reign in 2024. In 2023, the Yellowjackets won 15 of their last regular season games before delivering two shutouts in the UMAC Tournament. However, UWS was eliminated in the first round of the NCAA Tournament for the third straight year….

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College, Sports

Northland College Head Softball Coach Cora Zackrison Resigns After Two Seasons

In her years leading the Lumberjills, the team went 10-39 overall, including an 8-12 conference record in her first year.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College is in search of a new head softball coach after Cora Zackrison resigned after two seasons. In her years leading the Lumberjills, the team went 10-39 overall, including an 8-12 conference record in her first year. She also coached UMAC First Team All-Conference member Kaylee Harnack during her reign. The school says a search for her…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Soccer Ready to Build on 2023 Tourney Appearance

Finished 6-7-6 in 2023 season
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- After a mixed bag of a 2023 season, the UMD soccer team is eager to become a bigger threat in the NSIC. Last season, the Bulldogs finished 6-7-6 overall. Despite the mediocre record, it was enough to claim the eight-seed in the NSIC tournament, marking their first tournament appearance since 2017. This fall marks Greg Cane’s 30th anniversary…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Cross Country Leaning on Leadership in 2024 Season

Head Coach Brette Jensen to take maternity leave
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Leadership is expected to play a major role in the UMD cross country team’s 2024 season. Brette Jensen is entering her third season as the Bulldogs’ head coach. However, she will soon step away from the team as part of her maternity leave, leaving it up to assistant coach Drew Palmer and her team captains to step up…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Mixed Bag of Veterans & Rookies Make Up 2024 UMD Volleyball Team

UMD's season begins on September 6th at the Texas A&M Kingsville Invitational.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team is coming off another successful campaign in 2023, which resulted in the team’s 2nd straight NCAA tournament appearance. Monday, marked the beginning of the road to trying to make it a 3rd straight appearance as the team held their first practices. The Bulldogs return a lot of experience from a year ago, including four…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Sam Pitz Catching Eye of NFL Scouts

Led Bulldogs with 9 receiving touchdowns in 2023
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD’s Sam Pitz is entering his final eligible season of college football, but his career on the gridiron may only be getting started. The tight end from Appleton is getting attention from NFL scouts, who have been visiting UMD practices as the Bulldogs prepare for the regular season. In addition, Pitz has been named to the D2 Football…
Professional Sports, Sports

Minnesota Vikings Agree to 1-Year Contract With Veteran Cornerback Stephon Gilmore

Five-time Pro Bowler, former DPOY winner
The Associated Press,

EAGAN, Minn.- The Minnesota Vikings agreed to a one-year contract with Stephon Gilmore on Sunday, the fifth cornerback — and by far the most accomplished — the team has added since training camp began in an effort to bolster a vital position group. Gilmore will get $7 million guaranteed on a deal that could be worth as much as $10…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Denfeld’s Anderson Reflects on Coaching Career as 30th Season Looms

Anderson thankful for players, Denfeld community
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- As the Duluth Denfeld boys soccer team prepares for the 2024 season, Head Coach Scott Anderson was honored for his storied career at the Hunters’ helm. Anderson is entering his 30th season coaching Duluth Denfeld after starting his time with the Hunters as an assistant coach. He’s also been a part of Gitchee Gumee Soccer Club from its…

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Cardell Thibodeaux’s Impact Evident During Huskies’ Playoff Push

55 runs, 51 hits for Duluth in 2024
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- As the Duluth Huskies made a late-season push towards clinching a playoff spot, Cardell Thibodeaux always seemed to be in the spark that ignited his team’s success. Known for his speed and agility, he became a constant threat on the basepaths and a defensive asset in the outfield. Thibodeaux’s impact wasn’t just evident to the naked eye; his…

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Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Coaches Corner: Greg Anderson

Anderson is competing at nationals this weekend at the Brainerd International Raceway.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with NHRA pro stock driver and Duluth native, Greg Anderson. Anderson is competing at nationals this weekend at the Brainerd International Raceway. He has two victories so far in the 2024 season. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

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Top Plays of the Week: 8/16

At number one, Hassan Brockman rolls to his right and then fires near the sidelines to KJ Felder JR., who goes up and over the boards and still hangs on!
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays features plenty of Harbor Monsters. At number two, talk about right place right time, Harbor Monsters QB Ja’Vonte Johnson throws it up to Moe Strong and it’s batted down right into the hands of LeDarian McAllister for six. At number one, Hassan Brockman rolls to his right and then fires near the sidelines to…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Celebration for UMD Hockey Legend Mike Sertich Announced

The legendary UMD head hockey coach passed away last week after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A celebration for Mike Sertich has been announced for next month. The legendary UMD head hockey coach passed away last week after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. A visitiation and service is set for September 13th at the DECC. The visitiation will go from 12 to 2 pm and the service will begin at 2 PM. Sertich…

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High School, Sports

Two Harbors Poised for Season Against Section Heavyweights

Finished 7-3 in 2023 season
Ben Burns,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- With many of their top weapons of the 2023 season back in pads, the Two Harbors football team has eyes on competing for the Section 7AAA title. Over the past five seasons, the Agates have been eliminated in the section semifinals. Yet, with returning stars like quarterback Jacob Carpenter and offensive weapon Tate Nelson, head coach Tom…

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High School, Sports

Longtime Assistant Rob Downs Named New Head Coach of Superior Boys Hockey

Former head coach Evan Nelson is staying on the staff as an assistant coach.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys hockey coaching staff has shaken up a bit. Evan Nelson is stepping down as the head coach after two seasons at the helm. Longtime assistant Rob Downs is set to take over after 19 seasons on the staff. Nelson isn’t leaving the team though as he’s expected to serve as an assistant this upcoming season….

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Professional Sports, Sports

Brewers’ Outfielder Christian Yelich to Have Season-Ending Back Surgery

Yelich was leading the NL in batting average (.315) and on-base percentage (.406) when he went on the injured list in late July.
The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The National League Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers will have to continue their playoff push without Christian Yelich. Yelich is undergoing season-ending back surgery Friday, putting an end to the 2018 NL MVP’s resurgent season. Yelich was leading the NL in batting average (.315) and on-base percentage (.406) when he went on the injured list in late July. But,…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Native Greg Anderson Enters Crucial Weekend of Racing at NHRA Nationals

Anderson, who is the 2nd winningest driver in NHRA history, has already had a successful season so far, picking up two wins.
Neil Vierzba,

BRAINERD, Minn.- For the 2nd straight year, Duluth native and pro stock driver Greg Anderson is making his way to Brainerd to compete in the NHRA Lucas Oil Nationals. Anderson, who is the 2nd winningest driver in NHRA history, has already had a successful season so far, picking up two wins. Anderson says this weekend’s races are crucial for himself…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Cross Country Picked to Finish 3rd, Women Slotted at #6 in NSIC Preseason Polls

Jack Van Kempen and Franny Seidel were named to the players to watch list.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s and women’s cross country squads learned where they stand as the NSIC Preseason Coaches Poll was released Thursday morning. The men were picked to finish 3rd after placing 2nd at the NSIC Championship last year. As for the women, they’re slotted in at number six after also going 6th at the NSIC Championship a year…

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High School, Sports

Proctor Football Embracing Youth Movement & Stewardship

Proctor kicks off the year August 30th in Hermantown.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- It’s been a couple of learning years for the Proctor football team as the team went 2-7 in both 2022 and 2023. But, with the start of a new season optimism is high for the Rails. They may have only four seniors on the rosters this year, but head coach Matt Krivinchuk is enjoying the first week of…

Northland Whky
College, Sports

Northland College Picks Jake Bobrowski to Lead Women’s Hockey Program

Bobrowski is the 4th head coach in program history.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College announced on Wednesday that Jake Bobrowski is the new head women’s hockey coach. Bobrowski comes from PWHL Minnesota, where he was an assistant for the Walter Cup Champions. Prior to that, he was the head coach at Elmira University and also spent time at the University of Minnesota. Bobrowski is the 4th head coach in program…

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High School, Sports

Esko Football Hitting Reset Button Heading into 2024 Campaign

Esko opens the year on August 29th at home against Duluth East.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko football team has established themselves as a Section 7AAA powerhouse in recent years. Three straight section titles and three straight state tournament appearances. If they want to make it four, they’ll have to do so with plenty of new talent. Esko graduated 18 seniors, including the number one prospect in the state of Minnesota, Koi Perich….