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Moose Lake/Willow River Softball Rallies Past Cherry for Spot in Section 7A Title Game

Moose Lake will next play Cherry again on Thursday in the title game.

May 28, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Moose Lake/Willow River softball team is one step closer to returning to the state tournament. On Tuesday, the Rebels rallied against Cherry to eventually take a 15-5 victory over the Tigers. Moose Lake will next play either Cherry again on Thursday in the title game. First pitch is at 4 PM at Braun Park in Cloquet. Categories:…

UW-Superior Announces 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame Class

The ceremony will take place on July 20th at the Yellowjacket Union Great Room.

May 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UW-Superior has announced their 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame class. Braden Desmet, Cody Kastern, Sarah Moravchik, Dan Stauber, Rod Daniels, and lastly Jim Rakow are all set to be inducted on July 20th. The ceremony will take place at the Yellowjacket Union Great Room. For more information, click here. Categories: College, Sports

UMD Men’s Basketball Names Jordan Riewer as New Assistant Coach

Riewer has quite the resume, playing professionally in Croatia and Australia.

May 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team has added a new assistant coach. Former MSU-Moorhead assistant Jordan Riewer has joined the team for the upcoming season. Riewer has quite the resume, playing professionally in Croatia and Australia. Back in his college days, he was named the NSIC Player of the Year in 2014 and 2015 at Moorhead. He also would…

Former Thunderhawk Gavin Hain Re-Signs with Iowa Wild

Hain last suited up for Grand Rapids in 2017.

May 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- A former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk has re-upped with the Iowa Wild. Gavin Hain is heading back to the Wild’s top affiliate on a one-year, two-way contract. Just this past season, he would tally 10 points in 47 games for Iowa. Hain also spent time with the Iowa Heartlanders, where he had two goals in six games. Hain…

CSS Throwers Beneke & Beseth Earn All-American Honors at D3 Outdoor Nationals

This is the 2nd straight year Beneke has earned All-American status.

May 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend, two St. Scholastica throwers would end their seasons with All-American honors. Competing at the D3 Outdoor Championships, Lily Beneke unleashed a personal best hammer throw of 60.06 meters. That was good enough to place third and once again earn All-American status for the 2nd straight year. On the men’s side, Trent Beseth and his shot…

UMD’s Eli Bicek Places 14th in Hammer Throw at D2 Outdoor Championships

Bicek ends his college career as a program record holder and the third UMD men's hammer thrower to compete at nationals.

May 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD thrower Eli Bicek was competing on the big stage last week at the D2 Outdoor Championships. Bicek’s best hammer throw of the day was 56.76 meters, which outperformed all of his regular season throws. He would finish 14th overall, tying UMD’s previous best performance at the NCAA Outdoor Championships in hammer throw. Bicek ends his college career…

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving Each Score 33 Points as Mavs Beat Wolves for 3-0 Lead in West Finals

No team in NBA playoff history has rallied from 3-0 down.

May 27, 2024

The Associated Press,

DALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic lunged for the ball after a steal by Anthony Edwards, knocking it far enough away to create a scramble and a jump ball the Dallas superstar won. The Mavericks made all the big plays again — on both ends of the court — and are a win away from their first trip to the NBA…

Muller Scores Late in 2nd OT, Lifting Boston Over Minnesota to Send PWHL Finals to Decisive Game 5

The final game is Wednesday in Boston.

May 27, 2024

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Alina Muller scored 18:36 into the second overtime to give Boston a 1-0 win over Minnesota on Sunday night, sending the battle for the Walter Cup as the first Professional Women’s Hockey League champion to a fifth game. The final game is Wednesday in Boston. Theresa Schafzahl picked off a loose puck before she exited…

Duluth Harbor Monster Win in Exciting Inaugural Game

Defeated UP 1 Athletic Showcase Saturday night

May 26, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters are officially undefeated following Saturday night’s inaugural game at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. The Harbor Monsters defeated UP 1 Athletic Showcase 86-34. Duluth was scheduled to play the Dallas Falcons, another team in The Arena League, but were replaced by UP 1 for unclear reasons. Duluth will hit the road on Saturday, June…

Duluth Huskies Opening Season With New, Familiar Faces

Home opener June 2 against Big Sticks

May 26, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- On the day before the Duluth Huskies open their 2024 season, many of their players hadn’t been properly introduced to each other. “We’re all actually still trying to remember everybody’s names, but it’s a pretty good vibe in the locker room,” says Gilbert Saunders, a new pitcher for the Huskies. “It feels great to get the season started….

Volunteers Join Together to Clean Up Wisconsin Point Just in Time for Memorial Day

Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve set out to clean up the sandbar on Saturday

May 25, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Superiorites weren’t just outside to enjoy the weather. On Saturday, twenty volunteers met up at Wisconsin Point to help make a difference. Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve held their fourth annual Wisconsin Point Spring Beach Cleanup this weekend. Volunteers split off into groups all across the sandbar, working together to pick up litter and mark down…

Doncic Lifts Mavericks with Go-Ahead 3 with 3 Seconds Left to Top Wolves 109-108 for 2-0 Lead

Naz Reid went 7 for 9 from 3-point range for 23 points, but his last try at the buzzer rimmed in and out to send the Wolves to Dallas for Game 3 on Sunday in a big hole.

May 24, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Luka Doncic hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with Rudy Gobert guarding him at the top of the key with 3 seconds left, posting his fifth triple-double of the playoffs to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 109-108 victory and a 2-0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference finals on Friday night. Doncic had 32 points,…

Top Plays of the Week: 5/24

At number one, Duluth FC goalkeeper Ezekiel Foltz gets up to make the insane save against Dakota Fusion FC.

May 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the diamond and on the pitch. At number four, Cloquet softball’s Morgan Olesiak dives to rob a Rock Ridge batter of a hit. At number three, Northwood Solon Springs’ Abe Ahlberg scoops up a grounder and makes the throw to first in one fell swoop. At number two, Duluth Marshall’s…

Duluth FC Returnees Fueled by 2023 Heartbreak

BlueGreens undefeated at home

May 24, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Following their best season in program history, Duluth FC appears to be picking up right where they left off. “It’s great to be back,” says Tyler Limmer. “We’ve got a great group of lads here. Everybody’s super committed to what we’ve built with the club. We’re just here to win games and have fun doing it.” “We were…

Coaches Corner: Tony O’Neil

O'Neil and the Harbor Monsters are set to host the Dallas Falcons in their inaugural game on Saturday.

May 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Duluth Harbor Monsters Head Coach Tony O’Neil. O’Neil and the Harbor Monsters are set to host the Dallas Falcons in their inaugural game on Saturday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Families of Missing Canoeists Supported by Community

May 24, 2024

Lucretia Free,

DULUTH, Minn – Friends and loved ones are rallying around the families of the two men who went missing earlier this week in an annual fishing trip that went terribly wrong. Laura Grams is married to the brother of missing canoeist Reis Grams. She says the brothers always plan an annual opener trip. This year they chose the Curtain…

Minnesota Tops Boston 4-1, Grabs 2-1 Lead in Inaugural PWHL Championship Series

Minnesota will host Game 4 in the best-of-five series on Sunday.

May 24, 2024

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Michela Cava and Taylor Heise both had a goal and an assist to lead Minnesota to a 4-1 victory over Boston on Friday night, giving their team a 2-1 lead in the inaugural championship series of the Professional Women’s Hockey League. Minnesota will host Game 4 in the best-of-five series on Sunday. Game 5, if…

Harbor Monsters Confident Heading Into Inaugural Game Against Dallas Falcons

Kickoff is at 7 PM at the DECC Arena on Saturday.

May 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday, the Duluth Harbors Monsters will hit the field for their inaugural game against the Dallas Falcons. The finish line so to speak as the team was announced back in April of 2023. Since then, there’s been tryouts and a training camp in efforts to build a talented roster. Head Coach Tony O’Neil expressed confidence in his…

UMD Women’s Hockey Releases Schedule for 2024-2025 Season

In total, the Bulldogs will play 14 games against teams that played in the 2024 NCAA regionals.

May 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team released their schedule for the upcoming season. It all starts on September 21st when they visit the defending national champions, Ohio State. The following weekend will mark their first home series when they take on Syracuse University. The Orange are one of the three non-conference opponents for UMD next year. In total, the…

Skate Park Finally on Roll to Finish Line

Gary-New Duluth project has been years in the making, thinking and funding--and now building.

May 24, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

For people living, working and waiting in the western half of Duluth, it is a dream that is close to coming true. Ground has been broken, and earth is moving for a skate park in Gary-New Duluth. Countless people have worked for years to make that dream become a reality–both physically and financially. Now it’s so close you can almost…

Prep Softball: Proctor & Rush City to Meet in 7AA Semifinals, Rock Ridge Secures Spot in 7AAA Semis

The Tigers and Rails will face off on May 28th in Grand Rapids at 1 PM. Meanwhile, The Wolverines are set to clash with North Branch in Chisago Lakes.

May 23, 2024

Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Proctor softball team is one step closer to repeating as Section 7AA champions. On Thursday, the Rails defeated Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin in the quarterfinals, 7 to 1. They’ll next meet Rush City, who topped International Falls 7-6 in the other quarterfinal matchup. The Tigers and Rails will face off on May 28th in Grand Rapids at 1 PM. In…

Wolfpack Girls Lacrosse Ends Regular Season By Picking Up 10th Win Over Stealth

Next up for the Wolfpack (10-3) is the section tournament, which begins next week.

May 23, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack girls lacrosse team ended their regular season with a win on Thursday, defeating Hermantown/Proctor 12 to 4. Next up for the Wolfpack (10-3) is the section tournament, which begins next week. Hermantown/Proctor (2-8) will close out the regular season on Friday at Rocori. Categories: High School, Sports

Proctor Derails Northwood-Solon’s Perfect Season

Green Eagles to face Winter/Birchwood in regionals

May 23, 2024

Ben Burns,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor baseball team followed up Monday’s win in Hermantown with a 4-1 victory over Northwood-Solon Springs. Prior to this matchup, Northwood-Solon Springs was undefeated and had already clinched the top seed in the WIAA Division 4 Regionals. The Green Eagles were also shorthanded with a few of their players competing in track and field sectionals. The Green…

Ice Is Gone, Rivers Are Flowing For Whitewater Rafting Season

May 23, 2024

Dan Hanger,

The ice is gone, the temps are rising and the rivers are ready for rafting. Minnesota Whitewater Rafting are ready to get people out on the St. Louis River this Memorial Day weekend and the rest of the summer for wild adventures on the rapids. “You’re gonna to get wet. That’s the biggest thing. People always ask, is someone gonna…

Doncic Leads Strong Close by Mavericks for 108-105 Win Over Wolves in Game 1 of West Finals

The Mavericks might not be the favorites in yet another series, but they stole home-court advantage from the Minnesota Timberwolves with this promising start.

May 23, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Luka Doncic led a strong finish for the Dallas Mavericks, swishing crucial shots down the stretch, drawing a couple of fouls and even playing strong defense. The Mavericks might not be the favorites in yet another series, but they stole home-court advantage from the Minnesota Timberwolves with this promising start. Doncic had 15 of his 33 points…

Northern Star: Aune Boben

Hibbing senior to play for Northern State in 2025

May 22, 2024

Ben Burns,

HIBBING, Minn.- In her five years of pitching for the Hibbing Bluejackets, Aune Boben has proven to be a problem for opposing batters. “I’d say sometimes I like to mess with people. That sounds weird.” Boben smiled as she described her strategy on the mound. “I start it off something kind of strong, try to get a strike. And then…

Dakota Fusion FC & Duluth FC Play to 0-0 Draw

Dakota Fusion FC and Duluth FC will meet again on Saturday in Moorhead. Gametime is at 7 PM.

May 22, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both Dakota Fusion FC and Duluth FC had a hard time finding the back of the net on Wednesday. After a BlueGreens goal was called off in the 26th minute, the two teams would eventually settle for the 0-0 draw. Dakota Fusion FC and Duluth FC (2-1-0) will meet again on Saturday in Moorhead. Gametime is at 7…

Superior Softball Handles Eau Claire North in First Round of WIAA Regionals

Superior will travel to play New Richmond on Thursday in the 2nd round.

May 22, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior softball team is one step closer to returning to Madison for the state tournament. On Wednesday, the Spartans would top Eau Claire North 13-3 in five innings in the first round of the WIAA playoffs. Next up, they’ll travel to New Richmond on Thursday. The Spartans would fall to the Tigers earlier in the season, 9-2…

C-E-C’s Elijah Aultman to Play College Soccer at UW-Superior

Aultman is coming off a season in which he led the Lumberjacks with 20 goals.

May 21, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- C-E-C senior Elijah Aultman would make it official with UW-Superior Tuesday morning as he announced his commitment to the Yellowjackets. Aultman is coming off a season in which he led the Lumberjacks with 20 goals. He also played a key role in helping C-E-C to the Section 7 AA title the last three years. Categories: High School, Sports

Jaques Scores Twice and Hensley Posts a Shutout as Minnesota Tops Boston 3-0 to Even PWHL Finals

Michela Cava and Sophie Jaques scored less than two minutes apart late in the first period.

May 21, 2024

The Associated Press,

LOWELL, Mass. (AP) — Michela Cava and Sophie Jaques scored less than two minutes apart late in the first period and Minnesota beat Boston 3-0 on Tuesday night to even the PWHL championship series at a game apiece. Nicole Hensley made 20 saves in relief of Maddie Rooney, who was in net the previous five games, two of them shutouts….

Boasting the Top Defense in the NBA, Two Timberwolves Earn All-Defensive Honors

It was Gobert's seventh All-Defense pick, all of them as a member of the first team.

May 21, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Victor Wembanyama’s latest accolade was like none other. The San Antonio center has become the first player in NBA history to make the league’s All-Defensive first team as a rookie. The league announced the teams on Tuesday, and Wembanyama appeared on 98 of the 99 ballots cast. Defensive player of the year Rudy Gobert of Minnesota…

UMD Thrower Eli Bicek to Become 3rd Bulldog to Participate in Outdoor Hammer Throw Championship

Bicek just recently placed first at the NSIC Conference championship.

May 21, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD senior thrower Eli Bicek ended a 10-year drought, becoming the first men’s Bulldog to qualify for the Outdoor Championships since 2014. When he competes on Thursday, he’ll officially be the 3rd UMD thrower in program history to participate in the outdoor hammer throw championship. Bicek, who recently just placed first at the NSIC conference championship with a…

CSS Throwers Beneke & Beseth Set to Compete at D3 Outdoor National Championships

This is the 3rd straight year that Beneke has qualified. Beseth has competed in the indoor national championship before.

May 21, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica throwers Lily Beneke and Trent Beseth have earned plenty of accolades over the course of the season. Later this week, they’ll look to add national champion to that list. The two will be heading to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to compete in the Division III Outdoor National Championships. This is the 3rd straight year that Beneke…

Hilltoppers Hand Esko First Loss of Season

Sectionals begin next week

May 20, 2024

Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko baseball team is no longer undefeated as Duluth Marshall defeated the defending state champions 3-1 Monday night. With this loss, Esko stands at 17-1. They’ll have a chance to get back on track Tuesday at Cloquet before their regular season finale on Thursday at Grand Rapids. The Hilltoppers (13-2) will play both Hibbing and Champlin Park…

Esko & Carlton/Wrenshall Softball Pick Up 1st Round Section Tournament Wins

Each team will next play on Thursday in the 2nd round of their respective tournament.

May 20, 2024

Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- Like last year, the Esko softball team would begin section tournament play with a win against Two Harbors on Monday. Esko would top the Agates 15 to 1 to advance to the 2nd round of the 7AA bracket. They’ll next face Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin on Thursday at Braun Park in Cloquet. First pitch is at 10:30 AM. In other section…

St. Scholastica’s Breuer & Dail Earn All-MIAC Softball Honors

This is the first time Dail has been recognized by the conference. Breuer, on the other hand was an honorable mention last season.

May 20, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica softball had two players earn All-MIAC honors Monday afternoon. Senior shortstop Aislind Dail and senior outfielder Kari Breuer would pick up the accolade. This is the first time Dail has been recognized by the conference. Breuer, on the other hand was an honorable mention last season. Categories: College, Sports

UMD Women’s Hockey Adds Former Ms. Minnesota Hockey Winner to Roster

Mobley spent last season with Ohio State. In 39 games played, she would tally 27 points for the Buckeyes.

May 20, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has added another veteran to their roster. The latest is a former Minnesota Ms. Hockey Award winner in Olivia Mobley. Mobley spent last season with Ohio State. In 39 games played, she would tally 27 points for the Buckeyes. Before her time at Ohio State, she was with Quinnipiac for three seasons. Mobley…

Healey’s goal in 2nd period gives Boston 4-3 win in first game of PWHL championship series

The best-of-five series continues Tuesday

May 19, 2024

The Associated Press,

LOWELL, Mass. (AP) — Jess Healey scored from the point late in the second period to lift Boston to a 4-3 win over Minnesota on Sunday night in the first game of the inaugural Walter Cup, the championship of the Professional Women’s Hockey League Championship. The best-of-five series continues Tuesday. Game 1 drew 4,508 fans. Healey, a defenseman who had…

Undefeated Esko Has Eyes On State Title Repeat

Undefeated with two regular season games remaining

May 19, 2024

Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- After suffering only one loss in their 2023 state championship season, Esko’s baseball team may have gotten even better in 2024. With only two games left in the regular season, Esko is undefeated at 17-0. They’ve been especially hot in the month of May, scoring at least 10 or more runs in their last five games. Esko’s 10-0…

Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets

The Timberwolves overcame a 15-point halftime deficit, the largest comeback in a Game 7 in NBA playoff history

May 19, 2024

The Associated Press,

DENVER (AP) — Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start and the Timberwolves roared back from a 20-point second-half deficit to eliminate the reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets 98-90 in a Game 7 Minnesota masterpiece on Sunday night. The Timberwolves overcame a 15-point halftime deficit — the largest comeback in a Game 7 in NBA playoff history — behind Edwards, who…

Spartans Shut Out by Tigers in Doubleheader

Fall to 6-14 on season

May 17, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior baseball team’s Friday doubleheader didn’t go their way as the New Richmond Tigers won both games, 4-0 and 17-0. With those two losses, the Spartans are now 6-14 on the season. Superior’s regular season wraps up on Tuesday with a home game against Hibbing at 4:30 p.m. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Wolfpack Senior Captains Form Tenacious Triumverate

Duluth 7-4 through 11 games in 2024 season

May 17, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- With the MSHSL Lacrosse Sectionals looming, Wyatt Vallie, Gabe Polascek and Connor Kiergaard are determined to lead the Duluth Wolfpack boys to their first-ever state tournament. “My dad, he started me playing when I was eight, and I just been sticking to it ever since.” says Polascek. “Once I got to high school, and I truly fell in…

Coaches Corner: Kadee Vesledahl

Third season as Hibbing softball coach

May 17, 2024

Ben Burns,

HIBBING, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Hibbing Softball Head Coach Kadee Vesledahl. Vesledahl is in her third season as the Bluejackets’ skipper. She previously was a collegiate pitcher at St. Cloud State and the College of Saint Benedict. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Hudson & Superior Settle for Tie, Grand Rapids Closes Out Regular Season with Win

Both Superior and Grand Rapids will begin postseason play next week.

May 17, 2024

Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In their final regular season game, the Superior softball team would tie Hudson 4-4 on Friday. The Spartans (12-6-1) will now shift their focus to the postseason where they will host Eau Claire North on Tuesday, May 21st. First pitch is at 5 PM. In other prep softball action, Grand Rapids would get back to the .500 mark…

Top Plays of the Week: 5/17

At number one, Superior baseball's Owen Blomfeldt makes the diving stop and the long throw to Carter Gilbertson's glove at first.

May 17, 2024

Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both of this week’s top plays would come on the diamond. At number two, Duluth East softball’s Nysjah Lillis flashes the leather out in center field to rob a Hermantown Hawk of extra bases. At number one, Superior baseball’s Owen Blomfeldt makes the diving stop and the long throw to Carter Gilbertson’s glove at first. Categories: Friday Night…

Heise Scores 2 Goals as Minnesota Beats Toronto 4-1 to Advance to PWHL Finals

Minnesota will take on Boston in the six-team league's inaugural Walter Cup final. The best-of-five series opens Sunday in Boston.

May 17, 2024

The Associated Press,

TORONTO (AP) — Taylor Heise scored twice, including tiebreaking goal in the third period, as Minnesota beat Toronto 4-1 on Friday night to advance to the PWHL’s Walter Cup final. Denisa Krizova and Sophia Kunin also scored for Minnesota, which fell behind 2-0 in the series before winning three straight. Maddie Rooney stopped 27 shots. Minnesota will take on Boston…

UMD’s Eli Bicek Becomes 1st Male Bulldog to Qualify for NCAA Outdoor Championships Since 2014

Bicek just recently placed first in the hammer throw at the NSIC Outdoor Championship.

May 17, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD thrower Eli Bicek will be heading to the NCAA D2 Outdoor Championships in Emporia, Kansas next week. He’s the first men’s track athlete at UMD to compete at the event since 2014. Bicek just recently placed first in the hammer throw at the NSIC Outdoor Championship. He’ll be set to throw at 12:30 PM on Thursday. We’ll…

Rock Ridge School Board Declines to Renew Ben Johnson’s Contract

Just this past year, the Wolverines went 20-6-1 before falling to Grand Rapids in the Section 7AA semifinals.

May 17, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- Earlier this week, the Rock Ridge school board voted to not renew head boys hockey coach Ben Johnson’s contract. Johnson has been at the helm since the program’s beginning three years ago. Just this past year, the Wolverines went 20-6-1 before falling to Grand Rapids in the Section 7AA semifinals. Categories: High School, Sports

UW-Superior Softball Sees Season End in NCAA Regional Loss to Bethel

UW-Superior finishes the year with a 26-15 overall record.

May 17, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

PELLA, Iowa.- The UW-Superior softball team’s season came to a close on Friday as they were eliminated by Bethel 10 to 3. Zoe Thomson gave the Yellowjackets a jolt in the bottom of the first with a two-run homer. But UWS’ bats would be mostly silent until the bottom of the 7th, where they would add one more run. UW-Superior…

Timberwolves Force Game 7 by Blowing Out Nuggets 115-70 Behind 27 Points from Anthony Edwards

The decisive game for a spot in the Western Conference finals is in Denver on Sunday night.

May 16, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 27 points to pull the Minnesota Timberwolves out of their mid-series slump and deliver a flawless 115-70 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night to force a Game 7 in this roller-coaster playoff matchup. Jaden McDaniels pitched in 21 points and lockdown defense, and Mike Conley had 13 points in his return from…