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UMD Basketball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

College Basketball: UMD Men Upset #2 Minnesota State, Women Falter Against Mavericks

UMD men's fourth-straight double-digit victory
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team was able to pull off a colossal upset Tuesday night, taking down second-ranked Minnesota State Mankato 85-70 at Romano Gymnasium. Charlie Katona and Austin Andrews led the Bulldogs with 20 points each while Drew Blair added 19 points, including 13 in the first half. This marks UMD’s fourth-straight victory, all of which were…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Opens Season with Plenty of Familiar Faces on Roster

UMD only lost one senior this off-season, that being catcher Sidney Zavoral.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Hard to believe but the UMD softball team will play a regular season game this upcoming weekend as they’ll open up the year at the Mankato Dome Invite. The Bulldogs are coming off a year in which they went 40-13 and made an appearance at the NCAA Central Region. As they begin their run to try and get…

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High School, Sports

Marthaler & Francisco to Play for Gold Medal on Wednesday

The Gold medal game against Czechia is set for 5 AM on Wednesday.
Neil Vierzba,

GANGWON, South Korea.- Two Northlanders will compete for gold on Wednesday at the Youth Olympics. Superior defenseman JJ Marthaler and Hermantown defenseman A.J. Francisco have been playing for the U.S. Youth Olympic Team overseas in South Korea. On Tuesday, the duo was a part of the U.S.’ 6 to 5 shootout win over Canada. That sets up the goal medal…

Proctor/Hermantown girls and Duluth Marshall boys hockey team
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: Mirage Down Spartans in Barn Burner, Marshall Boys Weather Storm

Proctor/Hermantown's third-straight victory
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In a battle featuring two of the best girls hockey teams in the area, Proctor/Hermantown defeated Superior 9-5 at Superior Ice Arena Monday. Both offenses got to work early, with Superior leading 3-2 at the end of the first period. However, Proctor/Hermantown scored four goals in the second period to lead 6-5 entering the final period, ultimately leading…

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High School, Sports

Cloquet Boys Basketball Gets to .500 Mark with Road Win at Duluth Marshall

The Lumberjacks are now 9-9 and will next host Grand Rapids on Tuesday, February 6th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Cloquet boys basketball team picked up their 9th win of the season on Monday, defeating Duluth Marshall 77 to 66. The Lumberjacks are now 9-9 and will next host Grand Rapids on Tuesday, February 6th. Duluth Marshall falls to 8-10 and will host Cook County on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

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Professional Sports, Sports

Mariners Get 2B Polanco From Twins in Trade for Pitchers DeSclafani, Topa and Prospects

Polanco came back from a knee injury to hit .255 with 14 home runs and a .789 OPS in 80 games for the Twins in 2023.
The Associated Press,

SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Mariners acquired second baseman Jorge Polanco from the Minnesota Twins on Monday for pitchers Anthony DeSclafani and Justin Topa, two minor leaguers and cash. The prospects going to the Twins are outfielder Gabriel Gonzalez and pitcher Darren Bowen. The 33-year-old DeSclafani was traded to the Mariners earlier this month from San Francisco. He had a…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth Native & Vikings Fullback C.J. Ham Heading to 2nd Career Pro Bowl

Ham previously went to the Pro Bowl following the 2019 season.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- The Vikings may or may not have had a rooting interest in Sunday’s conference championship games. But, Vikings fullback and Duluth native C.J. Ham sure did. With the 49ers advancing to the Super Bowl, that means their starting fullback Kyle Juszczyk will be unable to compete in the Pro Bowl Games this upcoming weekend in Orlando. Ham, who’s…

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Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies to Don Duluth Dukes Uniforms for Two Games This Upcoming Season

The games will be on June 7th and August 10th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies will turn back the clock twice this upcoming season. The team will pay homage to the Duluth Dukes, by wearing uniforms and hats that represent the former minor league team in their contests on June 7th and August 10th. The Huskies did something similar last season in a contest against the Thunder Bay Border Cats…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Remains at #7 in Latest USCHO Poll

It's the 3rd straight week the Bulldogs have sat in the number seven spot.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team had a tough weekend as they dropped both contests to Wisconsin at home. Even with the two losses, the team would stay as the 7th ranked team in the country in the latest USCHO Poll. It’s the 3rd straight week the Bulldogs have sat in the number seven spot. UMD will once again…

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College, Sports

CSS Men’s Hockey Moves Up to #10 in Poll, Bostedt Named MIAC Defensive Player of the Week

Bostedt would tally a total of 69 saves, including a season-high 37 on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s hockey team is coming off a weekend sweep against Hamline. As a result, they have moved up one spot to number ten in the USCHO Poll. This is the first time in three weeks that they have moved up in the poll. In other Saints news, goalie Jack Bostedt earned MIAC Defensive Player of the…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Forward Ben Steeves Nominated for Hobey Baker Award, Also Named NCHC Forward of the Week

So far this season, Steeves has tallied 21 goals and eight assists for a total of 29 points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD sophomore forward Ben Steeves is up for the highest award in men’s college hockey. On Friday, it was revealed that Steeves is one of the 84 players nominated for the Hobey Baker Award. So far this season, he’s tallied 21 goals and eight assists for a total of 29 points. There are two phases of fan voting…

Rock Ridge Girls Basketball
High School, Sports

Rock Ridge Girls Hoops Breaking Through After Inaugural Season

17-2 overall, 2-0 against Iron Range opponents
Ben Burns,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- In only their second season as a team, the Rock Ridge girls basketball team has established themselves as legitimate threats in the Iron Range Conference. Following Saturday’s win against Princeton, the Wolverines stand at 17-2 with a 2-0 record against conference opponents. Last season, the Wolverines were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs, but these girls…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Twins Winter Caravan Makes Stop in Duluth

Wallner, Varland among 2024 attendees
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- After an electrifying 2023 season, Twins fans in Duluth were eager to see players in-person Sunday night as part of the Twins Winter Caravan. Fans at The Garden in Canal Park had the unique opportunity to ask the players questions, as well as receive autographs and take part in several giveaways. This year’s Winter Caravan included current players…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Byron Negen

2nd year as Rock Ridge Girls Basketball coach
Ben Burns,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with Rock Ridge girls’ basketball coach Byron Negen. In this interview, Coach Negen discussed combining the Virginia and Eveleth-Gilbert teams, the Wolverines’ success on the court this season, and how he’s grown as a head coach over the years. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Hermantown boys hockey
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Hermantown Hockey Shut Out in Physical Matchup

Hawks' first scoreless game since December 29
Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team failed to score in their 3-0 loss to St. Thomas Academy Friday night. The first period ended without a goal as players from both teams delivered and received physical hits from each other. The Cadets pulled ahead in the second with two goals before knocking in an empty-net goal in the third period….

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

No. 7 UMD Women Can’t Pull Upset Over No. 2 Wisconsin

Bergen scores Bulldogs' lone goal
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The seventh-ranked UMD women’s hockey team couldn’t keep up with the No. 2 Wisconsin Badgers, falling 2-1 on Friday. Wisconsin took the lead in the second period, but the Bulldogs were quick to respond with a goal from Danielle Bergen. However, a third-period power play goal from Eden Lacy would prove to be the difference maker for the…

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College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s & Women’s Basketball Sweep Minnesota Crookston in Doubleheader

Both teams will be back in action on Saturday against Bemidji State.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the UMD men’s and women’s basketball teams would pick up wins on Friday night. The women’s squad would start the night by thumping Minnesota Crookston 82 to 59. Ella Gilbertson and Lexi Karge would each have 12 points in the win. Following that contest, the men’s team would take down the Golden Eagles 72 to 62. Drew…

Steeves
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Steeves Hat Trick Helps UMD Take Game One From Miami (OH)

UMD improves to 9-11-4 and will once again face Miami on Saturday. Puck drop is at 7:07 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team opened up their series with Miami (OH) on Friday with a win, topping the RedHawks 6 to 2. The Bulldogs were led by Ben Steeves, who had a hat trick in the victory. UMD improves to 9-11-4 and will once again face Miami on Saturday. Puck drop is at 7:07 PM. Categories: College,…

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Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 1/26

Nina Thorson would light the lamp on a spectacular shot from the boards for the top play of the week.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays both come from on the ice. At number two,  Duluth East’s Oscar Lundell splits two defender and then finds teammate Stratton Maas all alone on a breakway goal. Finally at number one, Nina Thorson would light the lamp on a spectacular shot from the boards to give her Duluth Marshall team a lead over…

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College, Sports

Former Marshall Soccer Standout Emilia McGiffert Earns All-New England Honors

McGiffert started all 17 games in the midfield, and would score one goal with two assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Duluth Marshall Hilltopper soccer player was recognized by her conference on Friday. Emilia McGiffert, who now plays for St. Michael’s College of the NEWISA conference, landed on the first team, earning All-New England honors. McGiffert started all 17 games in the midfield, and would score one goal with two assists. She previously played a few seasons…

Rock Ridge, Duluth East Hockey
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: Wolverines Escape Hunters, Greyhounds Speed Past Royals

Duluth Denfeld's fifth-straight loss
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Rock Ridge and Duluth East boys’ hockey teams were each able to pick up wins Thursday night at Heritage Arena. As the road team, Rock Ridge defeated Duluth Denfeld 2-1. After a scoreless first period, both teams picked up goals in the second period, but the Wolverines separated themselves with another goal in the third period. Rock…

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High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Duluth Marshall Girls Stay at Top of Conference, Hermantown Boys Bounce Back

Duluth Marshall will next play at I-Falls on Saturday. Meanwhile, Hermantown will host Grand Rapids on February 1st.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls basketball team faced a tough test on Thursday night facing Cloquet. In the end though, the Hilltoppers would defeat the Lumberjacks 77 to 73. Duluth Marshall is now 7-1 in Lake Superior conference play. They’ll next be at International Falls on Saturday. In boys action, Hermantown would get back in the win column, topping…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

With Nearly Identical Record From A Year Ago, UMD Men’s Hoops Likes Where They Stand

The Bulldogs are currently 4th in the NSIC standings.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team enters the weekend with a nearly identical record from a year ago. Of course, last year’s run resulted in an elite eight appearance. But that’s in the past as the team is focused on the now. The Bulldogs are gearing up for a gauntlet of a schedule, playing three games in a total…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Basketball Looks to Improve Postseason Seeding in Homestand

UMD will take on Minnesota Crookston and Bemidji State this weekend. Teams that they have a combined record of 38 and 3 against.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This weekend might be a good chance to help the UMD women’s basketball team improve their seeding in the conference. Currently the Bulldogs are 6th and are just a game back of cracking the top four. UMD will take on Minnesota Crookston and Bemidji State this weekend. Teams that they have a combined record of 38 and 3…

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Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Maggie Flaherty to Join Team USA for Rivalry Series

The rivalry series against Canada begins February 7th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Bulldog Gabbie Hughes won’t be the only skater with UMD ties participating at the Rivalry Series in February. Defender Maggie Flaherty has now joined her on the roster. Flaherty is currently with PWHL Minnesota and has played in all six games. The rivalry series against Canada begins February 7th. With another game set in Canada on February…

Isaac Asuma
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Isaac Asuma

Minnesota Mr. Basketball finalist surpassed 3,000 points Monday
Ben Burns,

CHERRY, Minn.- The Cherry boys basketball team always seems to amass large crowds whenever they play on the road. Even if those fans aren’t Tigers fans, it’s clear they’re there to see Isaac Asuma. “It’s just a blessing,” says Asuma. “I’m thankful for it. I know it’s a big weight to carry but it’s just a great experience.” As he…

Dixon
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball’s Lauren Dixon Named NSIC Preseason Pitcher of the Year, Bulldogs Picked 2nd in Conference

Last season, Dixon set the program record for career strikeouts with 585.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd straight year, UMD senior pitcher Lauren Dixon has been named the NSIC Preseason Pitcher of the Year. Last season, Dixon set the program record for career strikeouts with 585. She also had a 1.50 ERA with 21 wins in the circle. The NSIC preseason poll was also released on Tuesday afternoon with the Bulldogs coming…

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Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Spirit Mountain After-School Program Makes Winter Sports ‘Fun and Affordable’

Kids from 3rd to 12th grade had the chance to ski and snowboard
Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Snow Club Program is officially underway at Spirit Mountain! The after-school program is designed to make skiing and snowboarding fun, safe, and affordable. Kids from the ages of seven to twelve are invited to take part in the three-week program, regardless of ability on the slopes. “My favorite part: going outside skiing or snowboarding with them,”…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

#7 UMD Women’s Hockey to Welcome in Defending Champs #2 Wisconsin

Wisconsin won the national championship at AMSOIL Arena back in March of 2023.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After being swept by the top ranked team in the country, Ohio State this past weekend. The 7th ranked UMD women’s hockey team returns home this weekend to face the 2nd ranked team in the nation, the Wisconsin Badgers. It’s the 2nd series this season that the Bulldogs have met up with the defending national champions. Back in…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey to Meet Miami for 2nd Time in 2023-2024 Season

The Bulldogs and RedHawks would previously split in a series back in December.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is still in search of their first sweep since late October. The Bulldogs will welcome in Miami of Ohio this weekend, a team they’ve already seen twice so far this season. On the RedHawks home ice in December, UMD would tie with Miami, 3 to 3 in the first contest. Then they would…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Doc Rivers is Finalizing a Deal to Take Over as the Bucks Coach, AP Source Says

Rivers has plenty of Milwaukee ties, as he played for Marquette from 1980-83 and his No. 31 jersey hangs from the Fiserv Forum rafters.
The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Doc Rivers is finalizing a deal to take over as the Milwaukee Bucks coach a day after the firing of Adrian Griffin, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Rivers and the Bucks were still negotiating on Wednesday, according to the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Joe Barry is Out as Packers Defensive Coordinator After Three Seasons

Green Bay ranked 10th in points allowed per game (20.6), 17th in yards allowed per game (335.1) and 23rd in yards allowed per play (5.4)
The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis.- (AP) Joe Barry is out as the Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator after a turbulent third season on the job that ended with a loss in the NFC divisional round of the playoffs. “We want to thank Joe for his commitment and contributions to our success the past three seasons,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday in…

Brewers
Professional Sports, Sports

Rhys Hoskins and Brewers Agree to a $34 Million, 2-Year Contract, AP Source Says

The addition of Hoskins gives the Brewers another power bat for the middle of their lineup.
The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE, Wis.- (AP) Rhys Hoskins and the Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to a $34 million, two-year contract, filling the team’s opening at first base. A person familiar with the move confirmed it to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday night because the deal was pending a physical. Milwaukee won the NL Central last year with a 92-70 record…

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High School, Sports

Duluth Marshall Girls Basketball Snaps Proctor’s 9-Game Win Streak, Denfeld Boys Top Hermantown in Section 7AAA Rematch

The Hilltoppers (10-5) will next host Cloquet on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Denfeld boys (10-7) will host Superior on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Both the Duluth Marshall and Proctor girls basketball teams would enter play on Tuesday with unbeaten Lake Superior conference records. In the end though, the Hilltoppers would come out on top, 56 to 50. Duluth Marshall’s win also snaps a nine-game winning streak for Proctor. In boys action, Duluth Denfeld would get revenge against Hermantown, topping the Hawks…

Prep Hockey
High School, Sports

Prep Hockey: Proctor-Hermantown Rallies, Hawks’ Offense Dominates

Mirage's 11th-straight win over Duluth Marshall
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Proctor-Hermantown girls and Hermantown boys each picked up Tuesday wins on the ice, but their roads to victory looked a lot different from each other. After trailing 3-0, Proctor-Hermantown rallied to defeat Duluth Marshall 4-3 in overtime at Marks Lakeview Arena. Despite Marshall being one of the top teams in the area over the last half-decade, the…

Scoring
High School, Sports

Scoring Milestones: Zubich Becomes All-Time Scoring Leader for MIB Girls, Asuma Reaches 3,000 Career Points

We'll have more on Asuma in this week's Northern Star that airs on Wednesday night at 9 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- Two local standouts reached milestones on Monday night. In Mountain Iron-Buhl’s 88 to 64 victory over Cass Lake-Bena, senior guard Jordan Zubich became the Ranger girls all-time leading scorer, surpassing Chelsea Mason with 3,035 points. Then on the boys side, Cherry senior Isaac Asuma would surpass 3,000 career points as his Tigers took care of business against…

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High School, Sports

Esko Baseball Head Coach Ben Haugen Named 2A Coach of the Year

Haugen led Esko to their first-ever state title last spring.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko head baseball coach Ben Haugen picked up some hardware over the weekend. Haugen was named the 2A Coach of the Year by the Minnesota State High School Baseball Coaches Association. It was a no brainer of a pick as Haugen led Esko to their first-ever state title last spring. This upcoming season will be Haugen’s 18th year…

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High School, Sports

Superior Names Bobbijean Gidley as New Head Softball Coach

Gidley was most recently the head coach for the Spartan JV team.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior softball team has a new leader. On Monday, the school announced Bobbijean Gidley will take over for Mike Sather, who retired after the team’s 2nd place finish at the state tournament last year. Gidley was most recently the head coach for the Spartan JV team. She’s also coached at Proctor High School and played collegiately for…

Joemauerminnesotatwins
Professional Sports, Sports

Adrian Beltré, Todd Helton and Joe Mauer Have Been Elected to Baseball’s Hall of Fame

Mauer was elected on his first try, receiving 293 votes for 76.1%.
The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Adrián Beltré, Todd Helton and Joe Mauer were elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame on Tuesday while Billy Wagner and Gary Sheffield fell short. Beltré was picked on 366 of 385 ballots in his first appearance for 95.1%. Helton, making his sixth ballot appearance, got 307 votes for 79.7%, 18 more than the needed 289 for…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Bucks Fire Coach Adrian Griffin After 43 Games Despite One of NBA’s Top Records, AP Source Says

Milwaukee is 30-13 to tie the Minnesota Timberwolves for the league’s second-best record. The Bucks are 3 1/2 games behind the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference.
The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks have fired Adrian Griffin as coach after just 43 games despite having one of the league’s top records midway through the season, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the team had not announced the move. Milwaukee is…

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High School, Sports

Esko Girls Basketball Edges Mesabi East in 1st Place Matchup, Rock Ridge & Grand Rapids Earn Road Wins

Esko will next host Moose Lake/Willow River on Thursday. Rock Ridge is at Chisago Lakes on Friday. And lastly, Grand Rapids will host Proctor on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- In a battle of first place teams on Monday night, Esko would take down Mesabi East 61 to 39. Esko was led by Cairin Berger, who had 25 points in the contest. In other girls action, Rock Ridge earned their 15th win of the season, taking down Duluth Denfeld 65 to 22. Lexi Lamppa with 15 points for…

Umdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Stays Put at #7 in USCHO Poll

After playing the top ranked team this past weekend, they'll next host the 2nd ranked team in the nation, facing Wisconsin for a two-game series.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a tough weekend for the UMD women’s hockey team as they suffered two losses to top ranked Ohio State. But it would be no harm, no foul for the team in the recent USCHO Poll. As the Bulldogs will remain the 7th ranked team in the country. After playing the top ranked team this past weekend,…

Csshockey
College, Sports

CSS Men’s Hockey Drop in Latest USCHO Poll, Women’s Goalie Cole Named MIAC Defender of the Week

Cole stopped 41 out of the 42 shots she saw in Friday's contest against St. Olaf.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s hockey team has once again suffered a fall in the D3 USCHO Poll. After splitting with St. Olaf this past weekend, the Saints are now ranked 11th after previously being 8th. CSS will next face Hamline in another home and home series this upcoming weekend. On the women’s team, former Grand Rapids/Greenway Lightning standout…

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High School, Sports

Marshall’s Chloe Johnson Becomes 3rd 8th Grade Girl in MN History to Reach 1,000 Career Points

So far this season, Johnson is averaging almost 29 points per game for the Hilltoppers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a weekend to remember for Duluth Marshall 8th grade basketball player Chloe Johnson. Johnson would become the 3rd Minnesota girls basketball player to reach 1,000 career points as an 8th grader. Johnson would put up 45 points in Marshall’s contest against Minnehaha Academy on Saturday. So far this season, she is averaging almost 29 points per…

Superior Boys Basketball
High School, Sports

Superior Boys Hoops in True Midseason Form

Spartans have won last six games
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- With about one month to go in the regular season, the Superior boys’ basketball team have been heating up in the last couple of weeks. After starting the season at 5-3, the Spartans have won six straight, including key wins against Duluth Marshall, Hudson and Cloquet. Superior’s offense is led by Tresean Sanigar and Calvin Anderson, but they’ve…

Top Play
Friday Night Frenzy, Plays of the Week, Sports

Top Play: 1/19

Martinsen's goal ignites blowout victory
Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- This week’s top play was the spark one local high school hockey team needed to have one of their best games of the season. In the first period, Hermantown’s Henry Martinsen stole the puck in front of the net before deking out Hibbing-Chisholm’s goalie for the score. The Hawks would go on to score a season-high eight goals…

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Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Matt Solberg

Solberg and the Rails are currently on a nine-game winning streak.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with Matt Solberg, the head coach of the Proctor girls basketball team. Solberg and the Rails are currently on a nine-game winning streak. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Uws Bball
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Bethany Lutheran & UW-Superior Split Men’s & Women’s Hoops Doubleheader

Both squads will be back at it on Saturday against Martin Luther. The women's game begins at 3 PM and the men will follow at 4:45 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s basketball team faced a tough test on Friday, ultimately falling to the 1st place Bethany Lutheran Vikings, 69 to 47. The loss snaps a four-game winning streak for the Yellowjackets. UWS was led by Andrew Kunelius, who had seven points. In other basketball action, the UWS women’s squad would take down Bethany Lutheran, 74 to…