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Vikings Fullback CJ Ham Returns to Duluth for 6th Annual Youth Football Camp

Hundreds of kids participated in the 6th annual CJ Ham youth football camp at Duluth Denfeld high school.

July 13, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Before beginning his tenth season with the Minnesota Vikings, fullback CJ Ham returned to Duluth for his annual football camp on Saturday. “It’s always a blessing to be back, to be able to bring this back to the community that has served me for so long. We just love being here. This is obviously home. This field is…

Harbor Monsters Axe Eau Claire 54-26, Improving to 5-2

The Harbor Monsters next game in on Saturday, July 26th against the Ozarks Lunkers.

July 13, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters were back at the DECC Arena on Saturday night as they took on Eau Claire. The Harbor Monster dominated in all four quarters, defeating the Axemen 54 to 26. Duluth enters its bye week with a 5-2 record. The Harbor Monsters next game is on Saturday, July 26th, against the Ozarks Lunkers. Game time…

Duluth FC Secures Spot in Minnesota Super Cup Finals

The Minnesota Super Cup finals is on July 26th.

July 13, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Duluth FC welcomed in the St Paul Blackhawks for the Minnesota Super Cup semifinal round on Sunday afternoon. The BlueGreens and the Blackhawks traded goals to end the first half tied 1-1. In the second half, the Bluegreens added two more goals to defeat St. Paul 3 to 2, earning a spot in the Minnesota Super Cup finals….

Huskies Settle for Series Split with Larks in Final Home Game Before the All-Star Break

The Huskies are back in action on Saturday, July 12th, against the Waterloo Bucks.

July 11, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies wrapped up their seven-game home stand on Friday night against the Bismarck Larks. The Huskies and the Larks went back and forth all game. Sadly, the Huskies fell to the Larks 4 to 3 in their last home game before the All-Star break. The Huskies are back in action on Saturday, July 12th, against the…

Former Bulldog Ethan Cole Returns for Third Season with Huskies

The Duluth native first suited up for the Huskies back in the 2023 season.

July 11, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies add a familiar face to the roster for the second half of the season. Former UMD Bulldog Ethan Cole returns for his third season with the Huskies. The Duluth native first suited up for the Huskies back in the 2023 season. In year three with Duluth, Cole has 7 hits and one home run in…

CSS Softball Hires Kiana Gibson as Assistant Coach & Baseball Adds Blake Peterson to Coaching Staff

Gibson is a former NCAA Division I softball player, where she played for Tarleton State University.

July 11, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Friday, the CSS softball team hired Kiana Gibson as an assistant coach for the 2025 season. Gibson is a former NCAA Division I softball player, where she played for Tarleton State University. For the Texans, Gibson appeared in 87 games in three years. In her final season, she led the Texans to a 36-22 record. The CSS…

Superior City FC II Earns Top-Seed in WPASL Playoffs

Superior City FC II will host a WPASL playoff match on Sunday, July 27th.

July 11, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- On the pitch, The Superior City FC II men’s team has punched their ticket to the 2025 WPASL playoffs. The Wolfpack are currently 6-0-2 and have earned a total of 20 points. Earning them the number one seed in the East Division. The Wolfpack still has two more regular season games left. Superior City FC II will host…

Huskies Bounce Back with Series-Opening Win Against Larks

Duluth is back at home on Friday, July 11th against the Larks.

July 10, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies were back at Wade Stadium on Thursday night as they took on the Bismarck Larks. The Huskies get back in the win column with the 6 to 1 win over the Larks, improving to 32-15. Duluth is back at home on Friday, July 11th, against the Larks. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m. Categories: Northwoods…

2025 Northwoods League All-Star Ethan Surowiec Selected for Home Run Challenge

In 31 games with the Huskies Surowiec tallied 7 home runs on the season, with a batting average of .398.

July 10, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies Northwoods League All-Star Ethan Surowiec has been selected to participate in the Northwoods League All-Star Home Run Challenge. In 31 games with the Huskies Surowiec tallied 7 home runs on the season, with a batting average of .398. Surowiec is one of nine Great Plains All-Stars to be selected for the home run challenge. The…

Esko Native Noah Furcht Lights Up Wade Stadium in First Season with Huskies

Furcht last suited up for Esko baseball back in 2021.

July 10, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies build a roster of college athletes from around the country to compete in the Northwoods league every summer. This year, Esko Native Noah Furcht has been lighting up the field at Wade Stadium this season. Furcht last suited up for Esko baseball back in 2021. In his first season with the Huskies, Furcht has tallied…

Joy AC Rallies to End Duluth FC’s NPSL North Title Hopes

Alex Ruiz and Liam Pritchard were the goal scorers for Duluth FC.

July 9, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Duluth FC began their march towards another NPSL North title on Wednesday night. Facing Joy AC in the semifinals, things looked good early as the BlueGreens notched two goals in the first six minutes of play. Alex Ruiz and Liam Pritchard were the goal scorers for Duluth FC. After that though, the Goats put up three unanswered goals…

Huskies Settle for Split in Doubleheader with Border Cats

The Huskies will stay at home on Thursday to face the Bismarck Larks.

July 9, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies continued their lengthy homestand on Wednesday by once again playing a doubleheader. Duluth hosting the Thunder Bay Border Cats. In game one, the Huskies put up five runs in the first two innings and never looked back as they came away with a 6 to 3 victory. Ethan Surowiec had two runs batted in for…

Plante & Kleber Invited By Team USA for World Junior Summer Showcase

The showcase serves as an evaluation for players seeking to make their respective national teams for the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship.

July 9, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two current Bulldogs are getting set to once again don the red, white, and blue. UMD forward Max Plante and defenseman Adam Kleber have been invited by Team USA to participate at the 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase. The showcase serves as an evaluation for players seeking to make their respective national teams for the 2026 IIHF World…

Oilers Acquire Hobey Baker Winner Isaac Howard from Lightning in Exchange for Sam O’Reilly

Howard spent the 2022-2023 season with UMD.

July 9, 2025

The Associated Press,

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — The Edmonton Oilers acquired 21-year-old forward Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday in exchange for forward Sam O’Reilly, who was selected 32nd overall in the 2024 draft. Howard finished with 52 points (26 goals, 26 assists) in 37 games while helping Michigan State win the Big Ten regular-season and conference tournament titles and earning…

Huskies Extend Win Streak to Six By Once Again Taking Down Big Sticks

The Huskies (8-1) continue their homestand on Wednesday by playing two against the Thunder Bay Border Cats.

July 8, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies continued their winning ways on Tuesday, defeating the Badlands Big Sticks 9 to 3. With the victory, Duluth has now taken their last six contests. Tyler Palmer and Rowan Kelly each had two RBI’s in the contest. The Huskies (8-1) continue their homestand on Wednesday by playing two against the Thunder Bay Border Cats. Game…

Clark Takes Indiana Teammate Boston No. 1 in WNBA All-Star Game Draft, Collier Picks Stewart

When the draft was over, the captains traded coaches to put Cheryl Reeve of the Lynx back with her players, Collier and Williams.

July 8, 2025

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Caitlin Clark picked her Indiana teammate Aliyah Boston No. 1 while Napheesa Collier took her Unrivaled business partner Breanna Stewart first in the WNBA All-Star Game draft on Tuesday. Clark, who had the first overall pick by being No. 1 in the fan vote, had said Monday there was “a high chance” that Boston and Kelsey…

Terhaar Getting a Jump Start on College Competition with Huskies Stint

In his most recent start, Terhaar hurled six shutout innings to improve to 2-0 on the season.

July 8, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On June 5th, Nick Terhaar wrapped up a impressive career for the Proctor baseball team. A week later, Terhaar made his Northwoods League debut with the Duluth Huskies. Since then, the pitcher has proved he belongs with his college competition. In his most recent start, Terhaar hurled six shutout innings to improve to 2-0 on the season. He’s…

Eight Current UMD Men’s Hockey Players Taking Part in NHL Development Camps

UMD's first game is October 3rd at Alaska Fairbanks.

July 8, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Eight current UMD men’s hockey players are getting a jump on NHL competition at development camps. Max Plante & Brady Cleveland are with the Red Wings. Zam Plante and Ty Hanson are skating with the Penguins. Adam Kleber is suiting up for the Sabres. Adam Gajan is donning a Blackhawks sweater. Lastly, Jason Shaugabay and Callum Arnott are…

Naomi Rogge Re-Signs with Linkoping HC of Swedish Women’s Hockey League

In the 2024-2025 season, Rogge had seven goals and six assists in 35 games of action.

July 8, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was announced in late June that former Bulldog Naomi Rogge was withdrawing from the PWHL Draft. Now, we know where she will playing this upcoming season and it just so happens to be the same team she suited up for last year. Rogge recently re-signed with Linkoping HC of the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. It’s the 3rd…

Huskies Improve to 7-1 in Second Half with Doubleheader Sweep Over Big Sticks

The Huskies are back at Wade Stadium on Tuesday, July 8th against the Big Sticks.

July 7, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The start of the second half of the season hasn’t been short of exciting for the Duluth Huskies. Holding the first-place spot in the Great Plains East with a record of 5-1. On Monday, the Huskies welcomed in the Badlands Big Sticks in a doubleheader. Duluth’s bats were hot in game one putting up 11 runs defeating the…

Emma Soderberg Returns to Sweden After Signing with SDE HF

Since 2023, Soderberg appeared in 14 games posting a 2.80 goals against average and a .893 save percentage.

July 7, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD goaltender Emma Soderberg is returning to her homeland. On Sunday, she signed a one-year contract with SDE HF of the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. The signing ends a two-year stint with the Boston Fleet. Since 2023, Soderberg appeared in 14 games posting a 2.80 goals against average and a .893 save percentage. She last suited up…

2025 Mr. Baseball Award Winner Owen Marsolek Commits to St. Thomas

This past season, Marsolek led the state with 139 strikeouts, while posting an 8-1 record on the bump

July 7, 2025

Neil Vierzba, Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Mr. Baseball has found his next home. After decomitting from Western Kentucky on June 17th, Duluth Marshall’s Owen Marsolek has now committed to St. Thomas. Marsolek confirmed the decision to FOX 21 in a interview. This past season, he led the state with 139 strikeouts, while posting an 8-1 record on the bump Marsolek also played a big…

Three Duluth Huskies Named to 2025 Northwoods League All-Star Team

The 2025 Northwoods league All-Star game is on Wednesday, July 16th at Warner Park in Madison Wisconsin.

July 7, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 2025 Northwoods league All-Star roster was announced on Monday afternoon. Three Duluth Huskies will play in the upcoming Northwoods league All-Star game. Third baseman Ethan Surowiec, outfielder Michael Smith and pitcher Parker Thomas have all been named to the Great Plains team. The Huskies just finished the first half of the season with a record of 22-13….

Twins Slugger and Georgia Native Byron Buxton Becomes 4th Participant in Next Week’s Home Run Derby

The derby will take place next Monday, the night before the All-Star Game, at Truist Park in Atlanta.

July 7, 2025

The Associated Press,

Minnesota Twins center fielder and Georgia native Byron Buxton was announced as the fourth participant in the Home Run Derby on Monday. The derby will take place next Monday, the night before the All-Star Game, at Truist Park in Atlanta. The 31-year-old Buxton will be the eighth Twins hitter to take part in the derby, which Justin Morneau won in…

Gianna Kneepkens Claims Gold at Women’s AmeriCup

The current UCLA Bruin averaged almost 10 points per game and four rebounds per game at the Cup.

July 7, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This past weekend, former Duluth Marshall guard Gianna Kneepkens was in Chile competing for Team USA at the Women’s Americup. As she makes her way back to the states, she’ll have some extra luggage coming back with her. Kneepkens and the red, white, and blue took down Brazil 92 to 84 on Sunday to claim gold. The current…

Hermantown Native & Current Winnipeg Jet Dylan Samberg Files for Arbitration

If Samberg and the Jets can't come to an agreement, then they will head to a hearing, which will take place between July 20th and August 4th.

July 7, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown native and current Winnipeg Jets defenseman Dylan Samberg is still without a new contract for this upcoming season. On Saturday, Samberg filed for arbitration. If he and the Jets can’t come to an agreement, then they will head to a hearing, which will take place between July 20th and August 4th. Samberg took a big jump this…

Tiffany, Stauber, and other members of Congress send letter to Canadian Ambassador about wildfire concerns

July 7, 2025

Matt McConico,

WASHINGTON, DC – Representatives Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Pete Stauber (MN-08) along with other members of Congress sent a letter to Canada’s Ambassador. Rep. Tom Tiffany (R) Wisconsin It urged stronger forest management practices to mitigate wildfire risk after consecutive years of heavy smoke blowing south from Canada to Minnesota and Wisconsin. It read in part, “We know a key…

Brandon Woodruff Helps Brewers to 3-1 Win Over Marlins in his First Start Since 2023

The Brewers will start RHP Freddy Peralta (9-4, 2.91) on Monday in the first of three against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers.

July 6, 2025

The Associated Press,

MIAMI (AP) — Brandon Woodruff pitched six strong innings in his first start in 651 days, Jackson Chourio homered and drove in three runs, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Miami Marlins 3-1 on Sunday. Woodruff (1-0) allowed a third-inning single and a homer in the fifth — both to rookie Heriberto Hernandez. He struck out eight and didn’t walk a batter,…

Yandy Díaz’s RBI Double Starts 3-Run 10th for Rays in 7-5 Win Over Twins

Tampa Bay Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 7-5 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.

July 6, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Yandy Díaz doubled in the go-ahead run in a three-run 10th inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 7-5 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep. Díaz drove in automatic runner Danny Jansen on a 2-1 pitch from Justin Topa (1-3). Díaz scored when Topa threw wild to first on a sacrifice bunt by…

Current Husky Infielder Ethan Cole Enters Transfer Portal

Over the course of three seasons, Cole had a batting average of .295 with 16 home runs and 74 runs batted in.

July 4, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD infielder and pitcher Ethan Cole has entered the transfer portal. Over the course of three seasons, he had a batting average of .295 with 16 home runs and 74 runs batted in. The Duluth East alum has one year of eligibility remaining as a graduate transfer. Cole is currently playing for the Duluth Huskies. Categories: College, Northwoods…

Yelich Scores From First on Chourio’s Double and Brewers Beat Marlins 6-5

Yelich singled leading off the eighth against Cade Gibson (2-4) and Chourio followed with his hit to help the Brewers win for the 10th time in 14 games.

July 4, 2025

The Associated Press,

MIAMI (AP) — Christian Yelich scored the go-ahead run all the way from first on a double by Jackson Chourio in the eighth inning and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Miami Marlins 6-5 on Friday night. Yelich singled leading off the eighth against Cade Gibson (2-4) and Chourio followed with his hit to help the Brewers win for the 10th…

Bader Walks Off Rays with 2nd Home Run of Game for Twins

It was the third career walk-off RBI for Bader, first on a home run.

July 4, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Harrison Bader hit his second home run of the game in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Minnesota Twins a 4-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday. Bader, the No. 9 batter, lined the first pitch he saw from Kevin Kelly (0-1) into the first row of left-field seats to complete a…

Minnesota Lynx Coach Cheryl Reeve Headed to WNBA All-Star Game

Reeve gets the nod as the Lynx have the best record in the WNBA, and she’ll coach Team Clark.

July 4, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Lynx lead the WNBA with a 15-2 record, and their coach is now a WNBA-All Star. The WNBA announced Thursday night Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve was selected to be on the sidelines for the WNBA All-Star Game. Reeve to coach All-Star Game What we know: The league announced the honor for Reeve after the Lynx beat the Washington…

P.J. Fleck, Gophers Agree to 1-Year Contract Extension

Fleck is 56-39 in eight seasons with the Gophers, including 33-36 in Big Ten play and 6-0 in bowl games.

July 4, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – P.J. Fleck and the University of Minnesota agreed to a one-year contract extension Thursday that keeps him with the Gophers through the 2030 season. Fleck is entering his ninth season with the Gophers and led them to an 8-5 mark in 2024, which ended with a mayonnaise bath after being Virginia Tech in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. Fleck is 56-39…

Mets Top Brewers 3-2 Behind Nimmo, Soto and Peterson

Andruw Monasterio hit his first homer this year off Peterson in the seventh, but the Mets hung on for their second consecutive victory after losing 14 of 17.

July 3, 2025

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Brandon Nimmo homered again, Juan Soto came through with a tiebreaking single and the New York Mets held off the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 on Thursday night. David Peterson (6-4) rebounded from a pair of rough starts, tossing 6 2/3 effective innings to give New York’s injury-ravaged rotation a much-needed boost. Pete Alonso added an RBI double as the…

Megan Gustafson Nearing a Return From Leg Injury Suffered in Training Camp

Gustafson orginally suffered the injury in May during training camp.

July 3, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

LAS VEGAS, Nevada.- Port Wing native Megan Gustafson is nearing a return from injury. Gustafson was upgraded to doubtful for the team’s contest against the Fever on Thursday, which is progress after she’s been sidelined with a grade 3 ankle sprain. Las Vegas head coach Becky Hammon also said that the center has been ramping up but there is still…

Napheesa Collier Scores 28 and the Lynx Dominate the Third Quarter in a 92-75 Win Over Mystics

The Lynx avenged a 68-64 defeat at Washington on June 24 without Collier.

July 3, 2025

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Napheesa Collier scored 28 points, Courtney Williams had 10 points, six rebounds, eight assists and five steals and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Washington Mystics 92-75 on Thursday night for their third straight regular-season victory. Minnesota bounced back from its 74-59 loss to Indiana on Tuesday in the Commissioner’s Cup final that did not count in the standings. Collier,…

Former Thunderhawk Micah Miller Re-Ups with Hershey Bears

The forward had his best pro season yet in 2024-2025, tallying 56 points for the South Carolina Stingrays in the ECHL.

July 3, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- A former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk in Hunter Shepard left the Hershey Bears on Wednesday for the Ottawa Senators. But another former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk in Micah Miller is staying with the team. Earlier this summer, Miller re-signed with the Bears on a one-year deal. The forward had his best pro season yet in 2024-2025, tallying 56 points…

Agustín Ramírez’s Two-Run Homer Leads Marlins Past Twins 4-1

The Twins went 2-4 in their six-game road trip, also losing a series at Detroit.

July 3, 2025

The Associated Press,

MIAMI (AP) — Agustín Ramírez hit a two-run home run, Xavier Edwards singled twice and the Miami Marlins won their fourth straight series with a 4-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday. Eury Pérez (1-2) struck out a season-high seven and walked one in six innings of one-hit ball for his first win since June 25, 2023, against Pittsburgh….

Spongy Moth aerial spraying in Northland to start soon

Exact dates will depend on weather conditions

July 3, 2025

Matt McConico,

Spongy Moth spraying plane DULUTH, Minn. & ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is preparing to do aerially spraying across parts of Aitkin, Carlton, Itasca, Pine, and St. Louis counties to slow the spread of Spongy Moth. There will be 24 sites sprayed across the area. The Spongy Moth is a destructive invasive forest pest. The spray…

Three 2nd Half Scores Help Duluth FC Secure NPSL Midwest North Conference Title

After trailing by one at the half, the BlueGreens broke out with three goals in the 2nd to come away with the 3 to 2 win.

July 2, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was the tale of two halves between Duluth FC and Siouxland United FC on Wednesday night. After trailing by one at the half, the BlueGreens broke out with three goals to come away with the 3 to 2 win. With the victory, Duluth FC clinches the NPSL Midwest North Conference title. They will also have the homefield…

Cohasset Native Hunter Shepard to Continue Hockey Career with Senators Organization

Shepard has spent the last five seasons in the Capitals organization.

July 2, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Cohasset native and former UMD goaltender Hunter Shepard has known one organization his whole pro career. That organization being the Washington Capitals. But when he begins play this fall, he’ll be doing so with a new team. Shepard signed a one-year, two-way deal with the Ottawa Senators organization on Wednesday. It was quite the five-year run for Shep…

Huskies Begin 2nd Half of Season By Holding Off Loggers

The two teams will meet again on Wednesday. First pitch is at 6:35 PM.

July 1, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies started off the 2nd half of the season on Tuesday on the right foot, defeating the La Crosse Loggers 5 to 4. Ethan Surowiec led the team with two runs batted in. The two teams will meet again on Wednesday. First pitch is at 6:35 PM. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports

Will Francis Signs Standard Player Contract with San Diego Gulls

Francis skated in three games last year for the Gulls.

July 1, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SAN DIEGO, California.- Former UMD Defenseman Will Francis is staying with the San Diego Gulls. On Tuesday, Francis was signed to a standard player contract for the upcoming season. He skated in three games for the team last year, but didn’t register a point. Francis had multiple bouts with leukemia during his time at UMD. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports, University…

Bulldogs On the Move: Perunovich, Koepke, & Toninato Join New NHL Teams, Tufte & Fanti Stay Put

Tuesday, marked the start of the free agency period in the NHL.

July 1, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Tuesday, marked the start of the free agency period in the NHL. Among those looking for new homes were several former Bulldogs. And it didn’t take long for five players to find their next spot. Hibbing’s Scott Perunovich was the first to ink a contract. He’s heading to the Utah Mammoth after splitting last year with the Blues…

Esko Native Koi Perich Named Preseason All-American Again

Perich recently received All-American recognition from Phil Steele.

July 1, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko native and Minnesota safety Koi Perich has racked up another preseason all-american honor. This time it comes from the Walter Camp Football Foundation. Perich recently received All-American recognition from Phil Steele and the Big Ten last month. He’ll try to take the next step this year after posting five interceptions, 46 tackles, and two and a half…

Bucks Waiving Damian Lillard and Signing Myles Turner, AP Source Says, in a Free Agency Surprise

Lillard is likely to miss most, if not all, of the coming season.

July 1, 2025

The Associated Press,

Myles Turner has agreed to a four-year deal to join the Milwaukee Bucks, who waived nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard to make the acquisition happen, a person with knowledge of the moves told The Associated Press on Tuesday. Turner is agreeing to a deal that ends with a player option, after spending the entirety of his first 10 seasons with the…

Former Bulldog Blake Biondi Stays in Windy City, Signing AHL Contract with Chicago Wolves

Biondi last skated for UMD in the 2023-24 season.

June 30, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD bulldog Blake Biondi is staying put in the Windy City as he signed an AHL contract with the Chicago Wolves on Monday. Biondi skated in 7 games last season for the Wolves. The Hermantown native wrapped up his college career back in the 2024-25 season with Notre Dame. For the Fighting Irish, Biondi tallied 12…

Five Former Bulldogs Ready to Embark on PWHL Careers

All five players will report to their team's training camp beginning in November.

June 30, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Last Tuesday, five more Bulldogs heard their named called at the PWHL Draft, making it now 18 former UMD standouts drafted the past three years. Olivia Mobley started a run in the 3rd round as she was taken first at number 18 by Boston. One pick later, Nina Jobst-Smith went to Vancouver. Then to round out the 3rd,…

Alvin “Goozie” Hines Goes the Distance, Falls in UFC Debut

It's the first-ever loss for Hines in his MMA career.

June 30, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

LAS VEGAS, Nevada.- Grand Rapids native Alvin “Goozie” Hines gave it his all in his UFC debut on Saturday. Battling Jhonata Diniz, the two would go the distance as it came down to the judges. In the end, Diniz landed 30 more strikes as he was named the winner by unanimous decision. It’s the first-ever loss for Hines in his…