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Prep Baseball: Duluth East & Duluth Marshall Open Seasons with Wins Against Cloquet

The Greyhounds (1-0) will next face Duluth Denfeld on April 9th. Meanwhile, Marshall (1-0) will next play at Aitkin on April 11th.

April 4, 2024

Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- More local area baseball teams would have their season openers on Thursday. In the first game of a doubleheader at Wade Stadium, Duluth East would top Cloquet 7 to 4. The Greyhounds were led by Dylan Cole, who was four for four with two runs batted in. On the mound, Bjorn Lind went four innings with 10 strikeouts….

Jr. Blues Rally Past Wilderness as Minnesota’s Playoff Chances Take a Hit

The Wilderness will meet up with the Jr. Blues once again on Friday. Puck drop is at 7:15 PM.

April 4, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- There’s no room for error for the Minnesota Wilderness as they pursue the final spot in the playoffs. On Thursday, the team would suffer a tough loss to the Springfield Jr. Blues, 5 to 4. Springfield scored four unanswered goals after trailing 4-1 in the 2nd period. With the loss, Minnesota remains one point back of the Chippewa…

Northern Wisconsin Schools Compete in Packy Paquette Invite

Chippewa Falls boys, Hayward girls take home titles

April 4, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- 12 high school track and field teams were at UW-Superior on Thursday to compete in the annual Packy Paquette Invitational. For the boys, Chippewa Falls finished with the most points (102), followed by Eau Claire North (95) and Rice Lake (92.5). Meanwhile, the Hayward girls were victorious (101), finishing ahead of Cameron (93) and Chippewa Falls (77.7). Below…

Tanner Bibee, Guardians Relievers Strike Out 15 in a 4-2 Victory Over the Twins

Twins starter Pablo López (1-1) gave up four runs — three earned — in 5 2/3 innings.

April 4, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Tanner Bibee and the Cleveland bullpen had 15 strikeouts to put the clamps on Minnesota’s bats, Steven Kwan had three hits and the Guardians spoiled the Twins’ home opener with a 4-2 victory Thursday. Bibee (1-0) matched his career high with nine strikeouts, allowing one run over 5 1/3 innings. Four relievers followed, with Emmanuel Clase working…

Superior City FC Women Reveal Schedule for Upcoming Season

The Beacons are coming off a UPSL Midwest-West semifinal appearance in their first season.

April 4, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Two days after their men’s team has released their schedule, the Superior City FC women revealed theirs on Thursday. The Beacons will open up their season on May 12th on the road at Northern Tide FC. 13 days later, they’ll have their home opener against Tonka Fusion. In total, Superior will have six home games and five away…

Northern Star: Aidan Altona

Denfeld senior returns to court after severe knee injury

April 3, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- After suffering a torn meniscus and a partial ACL tear in December, Duluth Denfeld’s Aidan Altona returned to the court in last week’s Iron Range Senior All-Star Game. Altona was set to have an earth-shaking season with the Hunters in 2023-24. But after going up for a shot block in their season opener, everything changed when he landed…

Prep Baseball: Hermantown Puts Up 13 Runs in 6th to Handle Denfeld in Season Opener

After three innings of play, the Hawks would hold a 4 to 3 lead.

April 3, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the Hermantown and Duluth Denfeld baseball teams would open up their seasons on Wednesday. After three innings of play, the Hawks would hold a 4 to 3 lead. Three innings later, Hermantown put up 13 runs in the 6th to take the eventual 18 to 3 victory. The Hawks (1-0) will next play at Hibbing on April…

Lofstrom, Savela, & Zubich Named to MGBCA All-Star Roster

The Rangers head coach Jeff Buffetta and assistant Dawn Savela will also serve as coaches for the games.

April 3, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Three local senior standouts will get a chance to represent their respective schools one last time. Grand Rapids’ Jessika Lofstrom and Mountain Iron Buhl’s Hali Savela and Jordan Zubich were all named to the roster for the MGBCA All-Star Series. The Rangers head coach Jeff Buffetta and assistant Dawn Savela will also serve as coaches for the games….

Construction of Superior Choice Credit Union Stadium to Begin on April 15th

A formal groundbreaking ceremony will take place on April 25th.

April 3, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Construction of the new Superior Choice Credit Union Stadium on the campus of UWS is set to begin. On April 15th, construction crews will start to begin the process by working on parking areas and a space near Crownhart Hall. A formal groundbreaking ceremony will then take place on April 25th. The stadium is set to be home…

Brewers’ Chourio Hits 1st Career Homer, but Twins Rally for 7-3 Victory

Ryan Jeffers hit a tiebreaking three-run drive to cap a five-run seventh inning.

April 3, 2024

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jackson Chourios became the youngest player in six years to hit a home run but it wasn’t enough for the Milwaukee Brewers, who lost to the Minnesota Twins 7-3 on Wednesday as Ryan Jeffers hit a tiebreaking three-run drive to cap a five-run seventh inning. Rhys Hoskins also went deep for the Brewers, who lost their first…

The Buffalo Bills Agree to Trade Top Receiver Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans

Diggs and the Texans are set to visit the Vikings this upcoming season.

April 3, 2024

The Associated Press,

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills are trading their top receiving threat, Stefon Diggs, to the Houston Texans in a deal that was agreed to on Wednesday. In announcing the trade, the Bills acquired the Texans’ second-round pick in the 2025 draft, which Houston acquired in a trade with Minnesota. Houston also acquired Buffalo’s sixth-round pick in this…

Chourio Hits RBI Single in First Home Plate Appearance, Brewers Beat Twins 3-2 and Improve to 4-0

Milwaukee is 4-0 for the fourth time after winning its first 13 games in 1987 and its first five in 1978 and 2006.

April 2, 2024

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jackson Chourio singled in a run in his first American Family Field plate appearance, Christian Yelich homered and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Tuesday to open a season with four straight wins for the first time since 2006. Chourio stepped to the plate with the bases loaded in the third inning after consecutive…

Superior City FC Men Release Schedule for 2nd Full Season

To close out the regular season, Superior will face Duluth FC on July 10th for the first time ever.

April 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men released their schedule for their 2nd full season as a team. Some of the notables include their season opener on April 20th at the Wisconsin Conquerers. 15 days after that, they will have their home opener in a contest against Austin Villa FC. To close out the regular season, they’ll face Duluth FC…

UMD Men’s Hockey Loses Kleven & Johnson to Transfer Portal

The two join Blake Biondi, who left for Notre Dame, as Bulldogs that have entered the transfer portal this off-season.

April 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has lost two more players to the transfer portal. Forwards Kyler Kleven and Luke Johnson are the lastest to depart the program. In three seasons, Kleven would tally three goals and five assists. He also sat out the entire 2022-2023 season with a torn labrum. For Johnson, he was only with the program…

Quinn Dunkle Becomes Latest UMD Women’s Hockey Player to Enter Transfer Portal

In her lone season as a Bulldog, Dunkle would skate in 36 games for UMD, tallying just one assist.

April 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team isn’t the only squad dealing with players leaving the portal. As the UMD women’s team lost their fourth player via the portal. That being freshman defenseman Quinn Dunkle. In her lone season as a Bulldog, Dunkle would skate in 36 games for UMD, tallying just one assist. She’s the only defender that the…

Denfeld’s Starstead Steps Up Amid Hunters’ Injuries

17.1 PPG, 9.2 RPG in 2023-24 season

April 1, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Denfeld’s boys’ basketball season was derailed by injuries, but one senior was able to make the most of his extra minutes on the court. In the 2023-24 season, Ethan Starstead finished with 17.1 points per game, along with a team high of 9.2 rebounds per game. “Going into the season, I was the third, fourth option on…

UMD’s Sandelin Sounds Off on Men’s Hockey Season

Bulldogs failed to reach NCAA Tournament

April 1, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The NCAA Men’s Hockey Frozen Four is now set, but UMD has been out of the picture for over two weeks following their elimination in the NCHC Tournament. On Monday, Bulldogs Head Coach Scott Sandelin addressed the media to share his thoughts on the 2023-24 season. “We weren’t as good a team as maybe we wanted to be,”…

UMD Football Spring Practices Underway

Joint practice/scrimmage with Bemidji State set for April 17

April 1, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Despite the college football season still months away, the UMD football team has returned to Malosky Stadium for their annual spring practices. The Bulldogs’ spring practices will end with a joint practice and scrimmage against Bemidji State, which is scheduled for April 17 at 4 p.m. This marks the second straight season UMD will face another school in…

Mountain Iron-Buhl Seniors Reflect on Final Season

Zubich, Havela, Lira and Aubrey all to play college basketball

March 31, 2024

Ben Burns,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- On Thursday, a quartet of Mountain Iron-Buhl seniors had a chance to decompress from their Class A State Championship loss earlier this month. Jordan Zubich, Hali Savela, Gabby Lira and Suzy Aubrey were all selected to play in the Iron Range Engineering Senior All-Star Game. “I think it (was) a good break from playing.” said Zubich in regard…

Top Play: 3/29

MIB's Zubich swishes half-court heave at halftime

March 29, 2024

Ben Burns,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- This week’s Top Play wasn’t officially made during an actual game, but it’s good enough for us! At Thursday’s Iron Range Engineering Senior All-Star Basketball Game, Mountain Iron-Buhl’s Jordan Zubich drained a half-court shot during the game’s halftime shootout competition. Zubich is ending high school career as a state champion, the Rangers’ all-team leading scorer and will take…

Cherry Boys Hoops Celebrate State Title With Community

Tigers' first-ever boys basketball state championship

March 29, 2024

Ben Burns,

CHERRY, Minn.- In the middle of a winter storm, the Cherry community packed themselves into a town hall to celebrate the Tigers boy’s basketball team, fresh off their 78-40 Class A State Championship win over Fertile-Beltrami. “The support that we’ve had this season has been incredible,” said Head Coach Jordan Christiansen at Sunday’s celebration. “All the comments that I’ve seen…

Coaches Corner: Melissa Fracker

Fracker is currently in her 4th season at the helm for the Yellowjackets.

March 29, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Melissa Fracker, the head coach of UW-Superior softball. Fracker is currently in her 4th season at the helm for the Yellowjackets. She’s led UWS to the national tournament twice during her reign. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Wilderness Keep Pace with Playoff Push By Topping Windigo

The two teams will meet again on Saturday with puck drop at 7:15 pm.

March 29, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness helped their playoff chances on Friday, defeating the Wisconsin Windigo 3 to 0. Alessandro Lurati and Nick Blood would be the goal-scorers for the Wilderness. Blood had two in the contest. The two teams will meet again on Saturday with puck drop at 7:15 pm. Categories: Sports

Hungry Hilltopper Baseball Team Ready for Tough Section 7AA Schedule

Marshall's first game is set for April 4th at Esko.

March 29, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Anytime you finish a season at 17-6, that’s something you can be proud of. But for the Duluth Marshall team they weren’t satisfied with the way their season ended a year ago. Facing a tough section 7AA schedule, the Hilltoppers would fall short by being eliminated in the quarterfinals. The good news is Marshall is ready to run…

Brewers Beat Mets 3-1 Behind Yelich and Peralta as Tempers Flare in Season Opener

Touted prospect Jackson Chourio had a terrific major league debut for the Brewers, getting his first hit and driving in a run.

March 29, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Christian Yelich homered, Freddy Peralta pitched six splendid innings and the Milwaukee Brewers threw a one-hitter to beat the New York Mets 3-1 in their contentious season opener Friday. Tempers flared at Citi Field when Brewers newcomer Rhys Hoskins — a Mets nemesis during his days with the NL East rival Phillies — slid hard into…

Northwestern Hosts 43rd Dennis Simpson Invitational

Hayward girls, Moose Lake boys take home titles

March 28, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- As the snow from this week’s winter storm begins to melt, high school track and field teams competed indoors at the 43rd annual Dennis Simpson Invitational at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. For the girls, Hayward won the Simpson Invitational for the third straight year while Northwestern took 2nd place. For the boys, Moose Lake/Willow River captured their first…

Lopez Shuts Down Royals as Twins Begin Defense of AL Central Title with 4-1 Win

After taking Friday off, the Twins send RHP Joe Ryan to the mound against Royals RHP Seth Lugo on Saturday.

March 28, 2024

The Associated Press,

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Pablo Lopez admitted to feeling some anxiety when the Twins ace stepped on the mound to face the Royals on opening day. It didn’t calm him down any when Maikel Garcia homered off him three pitches later. The All-Star right-hander eventually managed to get his nerves under control, holding Kansas City to just three more…

UMD’s Lauren Dixon Named to NFCA D2 Pitcher of the Year Watchlist

Dixon has a record of 10-2 with an ERA of 1.46. She also leads the NSIC in strikeouts.

March 28, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD’s ace Lauren\ Dixon has found herself on a watchlist for a top award. Dixon is one of 16 players from the central region to be named to the NFCA D2 Pitcher of the Year Watchlist. She currently leads the NSIC in strikeouts with 120 in 91 innings pitched. Dixon has a record of 10-2 with an ERA…

Asuma & Soumis Set to Compete in 42nd Annual MBCA All-Star Series

The games take place on April 6th at Anoka Ramsey Community College.

March 28, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two Northland standouts will take part in the 42nd annual Minnesota High School All-Star Basketball Series. Cherry’s Isaac Asuma and Hermantown’s Abe Soumis were both named to the blue team roster and will play in the games on April 6th at Anoka Ramsey Community College. Asuma is coming off a season in which he led the Tigers to…

Packers Sign Former Vikings Kicker Greg Joseph to Provide Competition for Anders Carlson

Joseph has been the Vikings’ main kicker since 2021.

March 28, 2024

The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Veteran kicker Greg Joseph has signed with the Green Bay Packers after spending the past three seasons with the Minnesota Vikings. The Packers announced the Joseph signing on Thursday. His arrival provides competition for Anders Carlson, who struggled with consistency as a rookie kicker last season. Joseph, 29, went 24 of 30 on field-goal attempts…

Duluth Parks & Recreation Groom Ski Trails for Final Hurrah of the Season

If you're thinking about getting some last-minute cross country skiing in, now's the time!

March 28, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Parks and Recreation had teams out earlier today at ski trails around the area, grooming the snow. According to the City of Duluth website, five trails had crews working on them. Magney Snively, Piedmont, Chester, Hartley, and Lester Trails were listed as “fair,” meaning minimal bare or icy spots. Some trails were only packed for skate…

Glen Taylor Says the T-Wolves are No Longer for Sale, Lore and A-Rod Say it’s Seller Remorse

Forbes valued the Timberwolves at $2.5 billion in its latest projections for NBA clubs published at the beginning of the season.

March 28, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The ownership transfer of the Minnesota Timberwolves slammed to a halt when Glen Taylor declared on Thursday he won’t take the final step of his drawn-out $1.5 billion deal to hand Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez the majority stake because they didn’t meet all of the deadlines in the sale conditions. Lore and Rodriguez, who agreed to…

Northern Star: Kloe Zentkowski and Eva Peterson

Spartans' duo both named to Lake Superior All-Conference Team

March 27, 2024

Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls basketball team know they have two giant holes to fill next season with Kloe Zentkowski and Eva Peterson graduating in May. It’s now been over one month since Superior had their season come to an end in WIAA Regionals on their home court. Since then, Zentkowski and Peterson have gained some perspective on their last…

Basketball Seniors Shine in Iron Range All-Star Game

MIB's Zubich, Denfeld's Altona among participants

March 27, 2024

Ben Burns,

VIRGINIA, Minn.- Though their high school hoops careers are officially over, seniors were able to enjoy another game on the court at the Iron Range Engineering Senior All-Star Game at Minnesota North College- Mesabi Range. In the girls’ all-star game, the home team won 86-79. Members of the winning team included Mountain Iron-Buhl’s Hali Savela and Suzy Aubrey, Cloquet’s Leilani…

Crowell Proud of UMD Women’s Hockey Team in Tough & Rewarding Season

The Bulldogs finished the year with a 21-14-4 record.

March 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been almost two weeks since the UMD women’s hockey team wrapped up their season with a regional final loss to top ranked Ohio State in the NCAA tournament. Of course, it’s not how they wanted their season to finish. But, there were still plenty of positives from the team this year. Including big wins over Colgate, Wisconsin,…

Phillies-Braves and Brewers-Mets Openers Postponed a Day to Friday Due to Rainy Forecast

With wet weather expected much of Thursday in Queens, the Mets announced Wednesday the game was pushed back to Friday at 1:40 p.m.

March 27, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Baseball openers in New York and Philadelphia were postponed a day until Friday because of rainy forecasts in both cities. Pete Alonso and the New York Mets were scheduled to host the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday afternoon, a day featuring the first full slate of major league games this year. The Los Angeles Dodgers and San…

Students Enjoy Snow Day in Duluth

March 27, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Kids are enjoying the snows day in Duluth. Students from Duluth East High School gathered at a park near the Holy Rosary campus, that’s part of Stella Maris Academy. They said they watched a few movies inside at home but wanted to enjoy this surprising weather. So, they brought some younger siblings out and made snowmen and…

UWS Freshman Bella Garley Named UMAC Pitcher of the Week

Garley leads the team in ERA with 2.37 and strikeouts with 17.

March 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UWS freshman Bella Garley has been named the UMAC pitcher of the week. Garley threw a complete game shutout this past Saturday against Northland College. She would strike out five and only surrender three hits to earn her fourth win of the season. Garley leads the team in ERA with 2.37 and strikeouts with 17. Categories: College, Sports

Drew Blair Earns NABC D2 All-American Honors, Also Named to D2CCA All-American 2nd Team

Blair was the only player from the NSIC to be recognized by the NABC.

March 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Drew Blair continues to stack up the honors after a successful career at UMD. On Tuesday, Blair earned NABC D2 All-American honors and was also named to the D2CCA All-American 2nd team. Blair was the only player from the NSIC to be recognized by the NABC. He’s also the first Bulldog since Brandon Myer in the 2019-2020 season…

Former Bulldog Connor McMenamin Joins Reading Royals of ECHL

In 35 games at UMD, McMenamin would have six goals and 15 assists for a total of 21 points.

March 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- 5th-year senior Connor McMenamin is already making the next step in his hockey career. McMenamin has joined the Reading Royals of the ECHL. The Royals are an affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers. McMenamin would only skate in one season for the Bulldogs. In 35 games, he would have six goals and 15 assists for a total of 21…

Former Thunderhawk Jack Peart Inks Deal with Minnesota Wild

Peart just finished up his third year at St. Cloud State.

March 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- After being selected by the Wild back in the 2021 NHL Draft in the 2nd round, Grand Rapids native Jack Peart is ready to join the team. On Tuesday, the defenseman signed a three-year, entry-level deal with the squad. Peart just finished up his third year at St. Cloud State. Before his time with the Huskies, he…

Hermantown Native Blake Biondi to Play for Notre Dame in Final College Season

In his final year at UMD, Biondi would post 19 points in 34 games of action.

March 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Back on March 20th, Hermantown native Blake Biondi entered the transfer portal, ending his four-year stint at UMD. On Tuesday, Biondi announced his next step and that is a masters degree and one last college season at the University of Notre Dame. In his final year at UMD, Biondi would post 19 points in 34 games of action….

Winter Not Letting Go Just Yet

March 26, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — It was just two weeks ago that we were enjoying 60-degree weather, and on Monday morning, Duluthians woke up to another round of 7-10 inches of snow across the city. It was a reminder of what winter is typically like having to get outside and clear sidewalks and driveways. After only having to get the shovels out…

Some Have to Work on Snow Days

March 26, 2024

Lucretia Free,

DULUTH, Minn. — Isaac Kasper oversees maintenance operations on UMD’s campus. He was up at 6 a.m. Monday morning. Just last week, he and his team were preparing for Spring. Now they’re back to shoveling snow. “We were cleaning up planting beds, mulching, picking up brush and leaves and doing spring type work last week. Putting seed and soil down…

UMD’s Drew Blair Named to NABC D2 All Central District First Team

This is the team's first NABC first team honor since Austin Andrews after the 2021-2022 season.

March 25, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd time in his career Drew Blair has been recognized for his efforts by the NABC. Blair was named to the NABC D2 All Central District First Team. It was a record breaking season for the Stevens Point native. He would become the men’s all-time leading scorer late in the season. Blair would also finish his…

Harbor Monsters Reveal Helmets for Inaugural Season, Also Announce Cheer Team Tryouts

The Harbor Monsters first sort of action will come on May 25th when they host the Dallas Falcons in a preseason contest.

March 25, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- With training camp set to begin in the next week, the Duluth Harbor Monsters showed off their new lids for the upcoming season over the weekend. The helmet is mainly yellow with a lighter blue and darker blue stripe on the top. It also features the team logo on both sides of the helmet. The Harbor Monsters first…

CSS Junior Jonas Abeleda Named MIAC Tennis Player of the Week

This is the 2nd time in Abeleda's career he has been named MIAC Player of the Week.

March 25, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A St. Scholastica junior has been named MIAC Tennis Player of the Week. Jonas Abeleda has earned the honor after picking up two points at the number one spot for CSS against St. John’s this past weekend. He would also pick up wins in singles and doubles action facing the Johnnies. This is the 2nd time in Abeleda’s…

UMD Sophomore Forward Ben Steeves Making Jump to Pros with Florida Panthers

In 72 career games, Steeves would have 45 goals and 17 assists for 62 total points.

March 25, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After spending the last two seasons wearing a Bulldog sweater, UMD forward Ben Steeves will soon don a Florida Panthers jersey. On Monday, Steeves signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the NHL club. In 72 career games, he would have 45 goals and 17 assists for 62 total points. Steeves would also lead the Bulldogs in goals in…

Adrian Gledhill Promoting Fitness Through Young Athletes Foundation

"You promote by being what you want in your kids"

March 24, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Superior’s Adrian Gledhill knows better than most that keeping a healthy lifestyle is easier said than done. Now, she’s hoping to instill that knowledge onto her kids and other families with children. “I’ve been overweight my entire life,” says Gledhill, who competed on season three of the hit weight loss competition show “The Biggest Loser.” “One thing that…

Cherry Captures Boys Basketball Class A State Championship

Defeated Fertile-Beltrami 78-40

March 23, 2024

Ben Burns,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Cherry boys basketball team has ended their 2023-24 season with the ultimate prize, defeating Fertile-Beltrami 78-40 in the Class A State Championship Game. The Tigers started the game on an 11-0 run, which included a Noah Asuma three-pointer and a Noah Sundquist steal-turned-layup. Defensively, Cherry kept Fertile-Beltrami off the scoreboard for the first five minutes and 25…