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Umdbasketball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Big 2nd Half By Minnesota State Dooms UMD Men’s Hoops in NSIC Championship Game

The Bulldogs will now wait and see if they earn an at-large bid in the National Tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- The UMD men’s basketball team would compete in their 3rd straight NSIC championship game on Tuesday. Sadly like the other two, the Bulldogs weren’t able to hoist the trophy in the end as they fell to Minnesota State 97 to 77. The Mavericks would outscore the Bulldogs 50 to 37 in the 2nd half to eventually put…

Rainy River Web
College, Sports

Minnesota North College-Rainy River Men’s Basketball Bound for National Tournament

The Minnesota North College-Rainy River men's team captured their first region 13 title since 1991 over the weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn.- The Minnesota North College-Rainy River men’s team captured their first region 13 title since 1991 over the weekend. The Voyageurs would sneak by Riverland Community College 75 to 73 to advance to their first ever national tournament. The team now gets a breather as they next will be in action on March 13th in Herkimer, New York….

Laughlin
College, Sports

UWS Women’s Head Hockey Coach Dan Laughlin Retires After 21 Seasons

Laughlin would lead UWS to three NCHA regular season titles, one NCHA playoff title, and two national tournament appearances.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Longtime UW-Superior women’s hockey coach Dan Laughlin is retiring. Laughlin would spend 21 years at the helm and would tally 300 wins exactly. He would lead UWS to three NCHA regular season titles, one NCHA playoff title, and two national tournament appearances. Laughlin was also named NHCA Coach of the Year four times and WIAC Coach of the…

Dnr Homeowners
Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News, Public Safety, Wisconsin

Wildfire Season Starting Early DNR Advises Homeowners

Homes Near Undeveloped Wildlands or Open Spaces At Higher Risk According to MN DNR
Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — With warmer temperatures and little snow this winter, the DNR says the potential for wildfires will be high this year. In the last two and a half weeks, the DNR has responded to 77 wildfires covering over 4,500 acres. That’s over half the acres covered by wildfires in all of last year. Wildfire season typically starts in…

Prep Hoops
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Esko, Marshall Boys Advance in 7AA Sectionals

Esko's Perich scores 2,000th career point
Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- In round one of the Section 7AA Playoffs, both Esko and Duluth Marshall were able to secure victories on their home courts. Esko — who is the top seed in the tournament — defeated International Falls 93-46. The game was especially memorable for Koi Perich, who scored his 2,000th point on a steal-turned-dunk in the first half. Meanwhile,…

Hermantown Hockey Web
High School, Sports

Hermantown Hockey Returns to State With Experience at Xcel

Hawks facing Alexandria in Quarterfinals
Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- History continues to repeat itself for the Hermantown Hawks, who are once again getting ready for the Class A Boys Hockey Tournament. As the top seed in this year’s tournament, the Hawks will face Alexandria on Wednesday. After suffering eight losses during the regular season, Hermantown’s road to state was a little bumpier than in previous years. However,…

Solon Springs Basketball
High School, Sports

Top-Seeded Solon Springs Prepared for Sectionals

Facing Eau Claire Emmanuel Lutheran in Sectional Semifinals
Ben Burns,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- With only two games standing between them and the WIAA State Tournament, the Solon Springs boys basketball team is ready for the challenge that awaits them in sectionals. On Saturday, Solon Springs claimed their second-straight Regional Championship as they defeated Luck 84-40. As the top seed in the Division 5 bracket, the Eagles only suffered two losses…

Umd Womens Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Seals WCHA Quarterfinal Sweep, Facing Ohio State on Friday

Both goals scored by McMahon in game two
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team took care of business in the WCHA Quarterfinals, defeating St. Cloud State 2-0 in game two to complete the sweep. As was the case in game tone between UMD and St. Cloud State, the first period in game two turned into a defensive showdown. Former Bulldog and current Husky goaltender Jojo Chobak gave…

Mcphee Web
High School, Sports

Proctor’s McPhee Ends Historic Season with State Title

Won 189-Pound Title with overtime victory
Ben Burns,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Friends, family and fans of Proctor-Hermantown wrestler Zak McPhee celebrated his return home following his state championship victory on Saturday. McPhee won the 189-Pound Championship round in overtime, solidifying a perfect 53-0 season and his first-ever state championship. “I pretty much knew the match was over as soon as I grabbed his ankle underneath, and it was two…

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

Five Bulldogs Score in UMD’s Game One Win Over St. Cloud State

Can Clinch WCHA Final Face-Off Berth With Win
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- With the regular season in the rearview mirror, the UMD women’s hockey team entered the WCHA Playoffs with authority, shutting down St. Cloud State 5-0 for the game one victory. This marks the second-straight time the Bulldogs opened the WCHA playoffs with a shutout victory (defeated St. Cloud State 1-0 in 2023). After a scoreless first period, UMD…

Nina Jobst-Smith
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Jobst-Smith Leads Through Kindness, Grit

Named Alternate Captain for 2023-24 Season
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Nina Jobst-Smith has done a lot of growing up in the last four years. It all stemmed from her life-changing decision to leave her home country for the United States. “I had intended to go to a school up in Canada. So, after kind of having a change-of-heart in my 12th grade year, I decided to decommit and…

Top Plays
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Plays of the Week, Sports

Top Plays: 3/1

Superior's Anderson, Barnum's Hurst deliver big blocks
Ben Burns,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- A pair of big-time blocks are featured in this week’s Top Plays. At number two, Calvin Anderson of Superior sends back a shot in the Spartans’ playoff game against Hortonville. At number one, Barnum’s Brock Hurst delivers a denial in the Bombers’ road matchup against Two Harbors. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Plays of the Week,…

Bball 31
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Boys Basketball: Superior Sees Season End, Duluth East & Two Harbors Protect Home Courts

Both Duluth East & Two Harbors will next enter section play which begins next week.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys basketball team opened up postseason play on Friday night against Hortonville. Sadly, the Spartans would see their season come to a close as the Polar Bears pulled off the first round upset, 66 to 64. Superior finishes the season with a 18-7 overall record. Over in Minnesota, Duluth East would snap Hermantown’s nine-game winning streak,…

Uws Track Still
College, Sports

UWS Track and Field Finishing Indoor Schedule Strong

The team is next in action on Saturday at the Ripon Final Qualifier.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- It’s been almost a week since both the UWS men’s and women’s track and field teams hoisted the UMAC indoor championship trophy. For the men, it’s their 8th straight year they have accomplished the feat. And the women, they went back to back. A big part of the team’s success comes from the distance runners group. Former Greenway…

Umdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Three UMD Women’s Hockey Players Recognized By WCHA

The trio is next in action on Saturday against St. Cloud State in the WCHA Tournament.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A trio of UMD women’s hockey standouts would be recognized by the WCHA on Thursday. Leading the charge was Bulldog sophomore goaltender Hailey MacLeod as she was named to the 2nd team. It’s the second straight year she’s been recognized by the conference. On the 3rd team was senior defenseman Nina Jobst-Smith, her first conference honors. Lastly, on…

Uwsuperiorbasketball
College, Sports

UW-Superior’s Walker & Fahrenholtz Land on All-UMAC Teams

The Yellowjackets finished the year with an 18-9 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A senior duo on the men’s basketball team was recognized by the UMAC conference. Guard J’Vaun Walker was named to the UMAC First Team and Forward Josef Fahrenholtz was named to the UMAC Second Team. Walker led the Yellowjackets and finished fourth in the conference in scoring, tallying 441 points. He also led the team and conference with…

Gr State Bound
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Boys Hockey Unseats Andover as Section 7AA Champions

Seth Carlson would tie the game in the 3rd period and he would also get the game-winning goal in double overtime to lead the team.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Grand Rapids boys hockey team is state bound for the first time since the 2016-2017 season. On Thursday, the Thunderhawks would take down four-time defending champion Andover, 3 to 2 in double overtime. Seth Carlson would tie the game in the 3rd period and he would also get the goal in double overtime to lead the team….

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High School, Sports

Girls Basketball: Duluth Marshall, Proctor, & Esko All Advance to 7AA Quarterfinals

All 7AA quarterfinal games will take place on Saturday at Duluth Denfeld high school.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Section 7AA girls basketball tournament tipped on Thursday. Among the teams picking up a win was Duluth Marshall, who handled Pillager on their own home floor, 86 to 35. The Hilltoppers will next face Mesabi East in the quarterfinals on Saturday. In other 7AA girls action, Proctor would top Staples-Motley 76 to 38. The Rails will next…

Lind
College, Sports

CSS Freshman Kloey Lind Earns All MIAC Conference Status in First Season

Lind was ninth in the conference in scoring and also led the MIAC in rebounds with an average of eight per game.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica freshman forward Kloey Lind played like no rookie this season. She earns All MIAC conference honors after a breakout first year. Lind was ninth in the conference in scoring and also led the MIAC in rebounds with an average of eight per game. Over the course of the season, she would tally six double-doubles. Lind and…

Umdbasketball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Rhoades & Gilbertson Achieve All-Conference Status for First Time

The duo will next be in action on Sunday in the NSIC quarterfinals against Concordia-St. Paul.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD women’s basketball guard Taytum Rhoades has landed on the NSIC All-Conference first team. It’s the first time in her career that she has earned the nomination. Rhoades currently leads the team in points, assists, steals, and blocks. On the 2nd team was her partner Ella Gilbertson. This is also the first time that Gilbertson has been recognized…

Katona
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Charlie Katona Named NSIC Defensive Player of the Year, Joins Blair on All-Conference Team

The senior forward becomes the first Bulldog since Jake Nettleton in the 2002 season to earn the award.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD senior forward Charlie Katona was named the NSIC Defensive Player of the Year on Thursday. The senior forward becomes the first Bulldog since Jake Nettleton in the 2002 season to earn the award. Katona is ranked 2nd on the team in points, steals, and rebounds. He was also named to the NSIC All-Conference First Team. Joining him…

Uwshockey
College, Professional Sports, Sports

Trio of Yellowjacket Men’s Hockey Players Sign Pro Deals in SPHL

Since the 2021-2022 season, the Yellowjackets have had 19 players sign professional contracts.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A trio of UWS men’s hockey players have already started their pro careers. Forwards C.J. Walker and Ty Proffitt, and defenseman Troy Quinn all signed pro contracts with the SPHL. Walker, who led the Yellowjackets in scoring, is with the Birmingham Bulls. Quinn joined the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs. And lastly, Proffitt is now a member of the…

Cooper
High School, Sports

Superior’s Autumn Cooper Wins 2024 Miss Hockey Wisconsin Award

Cooper is the first player in Superior history to win the award.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior senior forward Autumn Cooper capped off her Spartan career with the state’s top individual award. Announced on Wednesday, Cooper was named the 2024 Miss Hockey Wisconsin award winner. She’s the first player in Superior history to win the award. This past season, she led the state with 67 points, 33 of which were goals and 34 of…

Hawks State Bound
High School, Sports

Hermantown Boys Hockey Claims Section 7A Title for 5th Straight Year

Will Esterbrooks, Charlie Marchand, AJ Francisco, and Bradford Skytta would be the goal-scorers for the Hawks.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team is once again state bound after defeating Hibbing/Chisholm 4-0 in the Section 7A title game on Wednesday. Will Esterbrooks, Charlie Marchand, AJ Francisco, and Bradford Skytta would be the goal-scorers for the Hawks. This is the 5th straight year that Hermantown has made it to the state tournament. The Hawks will learn who…

Abe Soumis
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Abe Soumis

Senior holds Hermantown's all-time scoring record
Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- On Monday, Abe Soumis broke the all-time scoring record for the Hermantown boys’ basketball team when he put up 48 points against Chisago Lakes. For anyone who has watched the Hawks in the last two seasons, this didn’t come as a surprise. “You know, the thing about Abe is that he’s that kind of kid that every coach…

Gilbertson
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Gilbertson’s 32 Points Helps UMD Women’s Basketball Get Past Sioux Falls in NSIC Opening Round

The Bulldogs will next face Concordia-St. Paul on Sunday in the quarterfinals. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team can officially book their travel plans to Sioux Falls, South Dakota. On Wednesday, the Bulldogs would hold off Sioux Falls 73 to 69 in the opening round of the NSIC tournament. Ella Gilbertson had a team-leading 32 points for UMD. The Bulldogs will next face Concordia-St. Paul on Sunday in the quarterfinals. Tip-off…

Cloq Gbb 228
High School, Sports

Cloquet Girls Basketball Handles Hibbing for Spot in 7AAA Semifinals

The Lumberjacks will next host Grand Rapids in the semifinals on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet girls basketball team opened postseason play with a win on Wednesday, defeating Hibbing 58 to 20 in the 7AAA quarterfinals. The Lumberjacks will next host Grand Rapids in the semifinals on Saturday. Other 7AAA quarterfinal scores: Duluth Denfeld 14, Rock Ridge 86 FINAL Hermantown 44, North Branch 72 FINAL Chisago Lakes 43, Grand Rapids 73 FINAL…

Umd Whky 228
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey to Open WCHA Tournament Play Against SCSU

The Bulldogs would boast a 2-1-1 record against the Huskies in the regular season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD and St. Cloud State women’s hockey teams have gotten to know each other pretty well over the last couple of weeks. Friday’s contest will mark the 3rd time they have faced off in 14 days. But this series really counts as it’s the beginning of the WCHA tournament. The Bulldogs would boast a 2-1-1 record against…

Umd Mhky 228
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Hits Road for Rematch with Colorado College

The Bulldogs have taken three of their last five against the Tigers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is looking to put the month of February in the past and snap a six game losing streak this weekend in Colorado. The Bulldogs and Tigers last met in January in Duluth, with each team picking up a 3-2 victory for the split. Head Coach Scott Sandelin says Colorado College is a much…

Besonen 1
College, Sports

UWS Guard Elise Besonen Named UMAC Player of the Year, Four Yellowjackets Honored By Conference

Besonen averaged a team best 14.8 points-per-game.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UMAC end of the year awards were announced on Wednesday afternoon. Taking home the top honor in the conference was UWS junior guard Elise Besonen as she was named UMAC Player of the Year. Besonen averaged a team best 14.8 points-per-game. She also landed on the first team. Besonen wasn’t the only Yellowjacket honored by the UMAC….

Pavlowich
High School, Sports

Proctor’s Carson Pavlowich Signs Tender with Colorado Grit of NAHL

In 27 games this season for the Rails, Pavlowich would tally 5 goals and 30 assists for a total of 35 points.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- With his high school season now wrapped up, Proctor senior defenseman Carson Pavlowich will get to play more hockey this year. Pavlowich signed a tender with Colorado Grit of the NAHL. In 27 games this season for the Rails, Pavlowich would tally 5 goals and 30 assists for a total of 35 points. He’s also seen some time…

Macleod
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Hailey MacLeod Named WCHA Goaltender of the Month for February

MacLeod led the WCHA with a league-low 0.49 goals against average.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD sophomore goaltender Hailey MacLeod has earned the WCHA Goaltender of the Month award for February. She led the WCHA with a league-low 0.49 goals against average and just two goals allowed in 106 shots faced. MacLeod also posted two shutouts in four games and now has five over the season. She’ll next be in action this upcoming…

Huskies Sign
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Add Locals Sutherland & Haugen as First Two Signings to Roster

Sutherland is currently a freshman at the University of Minnesota and Haugen is a freshman at Minnesota State-Mankato.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies have officially announced their first two signings for this upcoming season. And they are two local products as former Duluth East standout Charlie Sutherland and former Esko standout Cale Haugen will suit up for the team. Sutherland is currently a freshman at the University of Minnesota. He would earn all-conference and all-section honors during his…

Umd Mbb 227
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Moves Up to #11 in Poll, Await Opponent in NSIC Quarterfinals

The Bulldogs, who gained a first round bye in the NSIC tournament, will next either face Augustana or Wayne State in the NSIC quarterfinals on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Soon it will be tournament time for the UMD men’s basketball team. But before they head to Sioux Falls, they moved up the rankings. In the latest NABC coaches poll, the Bulldogs moved up one spot to number 11. UMD’s last action came on February 21st when they closed out the regular season with an 80 to 69…

Umd Wbb 227
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hoops Set to Host Sioux Falls in 1st Round of NSIC Tournament

In their two matchups in the regular season, the Bulldogs would take both contests.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The path to a conference title begins on Wednesday for the UMD women’s basketball team. UMD will host Sioux Falls in the first round of the NSIC tournament. In their two matchups in the regular season, the Bulldogs would take both contests. First, winning at Sioux Falls on December 8th by a final of 77 to 50. Then…

Bball 226
High School, Sports

Boys Basketball: Carlton/Wrenshall Picks Up 7th Straight Win, Duluth East Handles Grand Rapids

The Raptors will next play at Fond du Lac Ojibwe on Thursday. Meanwhile, East is back at home to host Hermantown on Friday.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

WRENSHALL, Minn.- The Carlton/Wrenshall boys basketball team was once again victorius on Monday, defeating Proctor 82 to 79. The Raptors (18-7) have now won seven straight games and will close out the regular season on Thursday at Fond du Lac Ojibwe. Proctor falls to 5-20 and will host Cloquet on Thursday in their regular season finale. In other boys basketball…

Asuma
High School, Sports

Cherry’s Isaac Asuma Lands in Top 10 for Mr. Minnesota Basketball Award

The final five will be announced on March 17th with the winner declared once the state tournament wraps up.
Neil Vierzba,

IRON JUNCTION, Minn.- The top 10 for the Mr. Minnesota Basketball Award was announced on Monday. Only one local standout made that cut and that is Cherry senior Guard Isaac Asuma. He’s currently averaging 16.7 points per game, 8.1 assists and 7.2 rebounds through 27 games. Cherry is also the top ranked Class A team in Minnesota. The final five…

Css Baseball
College, Sports

CSS Baseball Knocks Off Former UMAC Foe North Central in Home Opener

CSS (1-0) will next be in action on March 8th when they face Roger Williams University in Davenport, Florida.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica baseball team opened their season on Monday, with a win defeating North Central 14 to 3. The Saints were led by Jake Schelonka, who was 3 for 4 with two home runs and three runs batted in. CSS (1-0) will next be in action on March 8th when they face Roger Williams University in Davenport,…

Umdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Remains at #8 in USCHO Poll

UMD will host 10th ranked St. Cloud State in a best of three game series beginning on Friday at 4 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team once again sees no movement in the USCHO Poll. After tying one game and losing the other to 4th ranked Minnesota over the weekend, the Bulldogs remain the 8th ranked team in the country. The regular season is in the rear view mirror for the team as they now enter postseason play. UMD…

Css Tennis
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Tennis Sweeps MIAC Weekly Awards

This is the 3rd time Maier has claimed the weekly award and the first time for Patten.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica tennis standouts Julia Maier and Dane Patten would each be named MIAC Tennis Athlete of the Week on Monday. Maier went undefeated over the weekend in singles play, picking up wins against St. Olaf and UW-La Crosse. She’s also won each of her last five singles matches. For the former Greyhound Patten, he also was unbeaten…

Northwesternfootball
High School, Sports

Northwestern Wrestler Ian Smith Captures 2nd Individual State Title

Smith now finishes his senior campaign with an undefeated record of 19-0.
Neil Vierzba,

MADISON, Wis.- Northwestern’s Ian Smith had a weekend to remember. Competing in the Division Two state individual championship on Saturday in the Kohl Center in Madison, Smith would defeat Two Rivers’ Chase Matthias in the 215 pound bout. Smith had a two point takedown with 75 seconds remaining to eventually earn the 3 to 2 victory. Smith now finishes his…

Ayden Web
High School, Sports

First-Year Wrestler Ayden Schauer Prepares for State Tournament

Won Sectionals with three straight pins
Ben Burns,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- This week, Minnesota’s top high school wrestlers will compete in St. Paul at the MSHSL State Tournament. That will include senior Ayden Schauer of Grand Rapids, who’s coming off her section-winning run, where she pinned all three of her opponents. “I remember stepping on the mat for the first time,” says Ayden. “I was like, ‘Oh, crap….

7AAA Tournament Preview
High School, Sports

Rock Ridge, Cloquet Earn Top Seeds in 7AAA Tournament

Tournament play begins Wednesday
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The MSHSL 7AAA Girls Basketball Tournament bracket is set, with eight teams vying for a section title and a spot at state. Rock Ridge earned this year’s top seed, going 23-3 during the regular season. The Wolverines will face Duluth Denfeld in the first round. On the other side of the bracket, Cloquet is the #2 seed. The…

Hockey Sectionals
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids, Andover, Hermantown, Hibbing/Chisholm Advance to Section Championships

Thunderhawks to face Huskies, Hawks taking on Bluejackets
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- A busy Saturday at Amsoil Arena saw four teams advance through the MSHSL Sectional Semifinals. In the 7AA semis, Grand Rapids defeated Rock Ridge 6-2. The Thunderhawks earned three goals in the first period, which were scored by Nathan Garski, Kyler Miller and Gavin Forrest. Grand Rapids will move on to face Andover, who beat Duluth East 4-1….

Gbb 223
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Girls Basketball: Superior Sees Season End in Region Semifinals, Marshall’s Win Streak Snapped

Superior finishes the year at 15-9 and the Hilltoppers now shift their focus to section play.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls basketball team opened up postseason play on Friday, taking on Appleton East in the Division one region semifinals. Sadly, it didn’t go the Spartans way as they fell to the Patriots 63 to 49. Superior finishes the season with a 15-9 overall record. In other girls action, Duluth Marshall saw their nine game win streak…

Birkie Week
Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Birkie Week Persists Despite Late Changes

Barnebirkie, Birkebeiner among modified races
Ben Burns,

HAYWARD, Wis.- The 50th American Birkebeiner almost looked like a lost cause due to a lack of February snowfall, but somehow, they were able to make it happen. However, that’s not to say there were some major changes. Take the Birkebeiner, for example. The children’s pre-race companion to the Birkebeiner set for Thursday was converted into a fun run. “At…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Andy Fenske

Hermantown boys seeking third-straight sectional title
Ben Burns,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, Hermantown Boys Basketball Coach Andy Fenske discussed the Hawks’ regular season, preparing for sectionals, and how he’s grown as a head coach over the years. This is Fenske’s eighth season as the Hawks’ head coach. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports