Sports

Twin Ports Pro Development Camp
Sports

Twin Ports Pro Development Camp Returns for 8th Straight Year

Head instructor and Superior native Brett Olson is once again at the helm.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- For the 8th consecutive summer, local area kids have a chance to learn from the pros as the Twin Ports Pro Development camp began Monday morning in Superior. Head instructor and Superior native Brett Olson is once again at the helm, teaching the next generation skills development while also putting them through strength and conditioning sessions. New this…

Bulldogs Spain
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Basketball Sets Sail for Spain Summer Tour

A mix of work and play. The team will spend days soaking in the culture and some rays, making stops in Madrid, Valencia and Barcelona.
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- Coming off an extraordinary, history making postseason run, the Bulldogs men’s basketball team has returned some old faces, added some new ones and are shaping up for another great season. But first, the team will get their first taste together on the hardwood, overseas as the Bulldogs set sail for their Summer Tour. UMD is set to…

Huskies Fall
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Streak Snapped by Border Cats

Next up, Duluth heads North for two more with Thunder Bay. Game One is set for Saturday at 5:35 PM. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies seven game win streak came to a close on Friday evening, falling 15-2 to the Thunder Bay Border Cats. Pitcher Isaac Rohde came on in relief and retired 12 straight batters to keep the Border Cats off the board. Next up, Duluth heads North for two more with Thunder Bay. Game One is set for…

New Umd Assistant
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Adds Emma Sobieck to Coaching Staff

Sobieck comes from Bemidji State, where she was also an assistant for the past two seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has a new assistant coach. On Friday, the team hired Emma Sobieck to join the coaching staff. She comes from Bemidji State, where she was also an assistant for the past two seasons. Sobieck also played collegiately for the Beavers, skating in 146 games. In her senior year, she had a career best…

Uws Soccer Schedule
College, Sports

UWS Men’s & Women’s Soccer Release Schedules for 2023 Season

The UWS women's squad is vying for their 3rd straight UMAC title. The men are aiming for their 8th.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The defending champions in the UMAC released their schedules for the upcoming season. First up the women’s squad, the Yellowjackets will start the year on the road. A whopping six games away from Superior to begin the season. Their first match is September 1st against Gustavus Adolphus. Five games later, they’ll finally have their home opener on September…

Roll Skies
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Extend Win Streak to Seven Straight

All-stars Calyn Halvorson and Brandon Compton crushed their 5th and 10th homeruns of the season, ahead of the homerun derby next week. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies picked up a big division win in the series opener at home on Thursday, inching by the Border Cats 6-5. All-stars Calyn Halvorson and Brandon Compton crushed their 5th and 10th homeruns of the season, ahead of the homerun derby next week. Duluth will look for the sweep over Thunder Bay in Game Two on…

Labrie
Sports

Brent LaBrie Named Team Owner of Duluth’s Arena League Football Team, Team Name Reaches Final Four

Fans are encouraged to head to the arena league's website to vote for their favorite name.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In less than a year, Duluth will be home to a Arena League football team. And on Thursday, the team made some formal announcements, including the introduction of the team’s owner. Brent LaBrie, a Wisconsin businessman takes the helm for the yet to be named Duluth team. He along with his family have visited the Twin Ports many…

Hr Challenge
Northwoods League, Sports

Trio of Huskies Set to Compete in Northwoods League Great Plains All-Star Home Run Challenge

The Home Run Challenge takes place July 31st in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- They’ve been hitting the ball out of the park all season long. Now, they will do it in a competition. Three Huskies have been selected to compete in the Great Plains All-Star Home Run Challenge next week in Bismarck. They are Michael Hallquist, who currently leads the Northwoods League with 13 home runs. Calyn Halvorson, who has four…

Ira Civic Center
Community, Sports

IRA Civic Center Plans to Complete Renovations by Hockey Season

The city says the renovation is right on schedule and plans to be completely finished by early November, just in time for hockey season. 
Cam Derr,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- For the past three hockey seasons, the roof at the IRA Civic Center in Grand Rapids has not been able to withstand more than a foot of snow build up and in April the city decided it was time for some change. “I think this new facility that will be good for another 50 or 60 years…

Women's Golf
Sports

Nemadji Women’s Golf Club Invitational Celebrates 75th Anniversary

All proceeds from the tournament went to the Superior girls golf team.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Nemadji Women’s Golf Club reached an impressive mark on Wednesday as they held their 75th anniversary of their invitational tournament. Dozens gathered at the golf course to take part in the event. And it went towards a great cause, as all proceeds will go to the Superior girls golf team. President Barb Hoag says it isn’t just…

Gr Coach
High School, Sports

Thunderhawks Head Coach Wade Chiodo Named Team President of Oklahoma Warriors

Chiodo will still serve as head coach of the Thunderhawks for this upcoming season.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Grand Rapids head boys varsity hockey coach Wade Chiodo has been serving as director of player personnel for the Oklahoma Warriors of the NAHL the last three seasons. Now, he’s preparing for a new gig as Chiodo was named as Team President. Chiodo will still serve as head coach of the Thunderhawks for this upcoming season. Grand…

Northland Wrestling
College, Sports

Northland College to Add Men’s & Women’s Wrestling in Fall of 2025

With the addition of both wrestling squads, the school will now have 16 varsity sports.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College in Ashland announced they are adding men’s and women’s wrestling beginning in the Fall of 2025. The school has immediately begun their search for a head coach. With the addition of both wrestling squads, the school will now have 16 varsity sports. The NCAA currently has 109 institutions that offer men’s wrestling and 44 schools that…

Umd Soccer Captains
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Soccer Announces Captains for 2023 Fall Season

UMD opens the season on August 31st at Northern Michigan.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD women’s soccer announced their captains for the upcoming season. They are fifth-year seniors Lauren Hansen and Sarah Stange, and senior Jackie Jares. Hansen and Stange previously served as the Bulldog captains in 2022. Hansen would play in all 18 games while Stange had an injury that limited her to only nine games. Jares started in 15 games…

Linser
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Anneke Linser Joins Djurgardens in Swedish Women’s Hockey League

Just this past season, the 5th year senior would tally 17 goals and 30 points in 39 games for the Bulldogs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Back in early June  former Bulldogs Naomi Rogge and Anneke Linser each signed pro deals in the PHF. After the league was bought out, Rogge made the jump to the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. Now Linser will be joining her. However, they’ll be on different teams as Linser signed with Djurgardens. Just this past season, the 5th year…

Flessert
Sports

Flessert Set to Compete in Fourth World Aquatics Masters Championships

Amy will compete in the 400 and 800 meter freestyle, as well as the 200, 100 and 50 meter breaststroke.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Superior native Amy Flessert is set to compete in the World Aquatics Masters Championships in Japan at the beginning of August. This competition marks Flessert’s fourth Worlds event. The first held in four years due to the pandemic. After patiently waiting, Flessert says she’s ready to make a splash. “It’s been four long years and every since I…

Kelly
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Kelly Grgas-Wheeler Named UMD Director of Athletic Communications

Grgas-Wheeler has worn many different hats since starting with Bulldog Athletics almost 17 years ago.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Friday, the UMD Athletics department named a Kelly Grgas-Wheeler as the Director of Athletic Communications and Media Relations. Grgas-Wheeler has worn many different hats in her time with Bulldog Athletics. She’s served as the men’s and women’s basketball contact, the women’s hockey communications director for the past 16 years, acted as the communications director in three NCAA…

Legion Ball
Sports

Duluth Cubs Legion Baseball to Represent Northland in State Tournament

Over the weekend Duluth scored 67 runs in six games, combining for a team batting average over .400. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Cubs Post 71 baseball team has qualified to represent the Northland in the upcoming American Legion Baseball Tournament in Rochester. The Cubs earned their spot after winning the Minnesota Sub-State 10 tournament over the weekend. Duluth scored 67 runs in six games, combining for a team batting average over .400. Duluth and fifteen other teams from…

Bowfest Begins
Great Outdoors, News, News - Latest News, Wisconsin

Bowfest 2023 Underway This Week

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis.–It may be hot this week, but that is not going to keep people away from Mont du Lac Resort’s biggest event. The grounds and ranges are being prepared for Bowfest 2023. Thousands of bow enthusiasts will be lining up targets, meeting with vendors, or walking through the woods to test their skills in a variety of shooting situations….

Campbell Red Sox
Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

Exclusive: Former Huskies Shortstop Kristian Campbell Talks Signing with Red Sox

Campbell made it official signing with the Red Sox on Thursday. 
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- Last Monday, Duluth’s former shortstop Kristian Campbell was drafted in the 4th round of the MLB Draft to the Boston Red Sox. Fox 21’s Cam Derr caught up with Campbell after hearing the news. Q: Probably a dream turned reality for you, walk me through that phone call and the emotion that you felt. A: Yeah it…

Huskies All Stars
Northwoods League, Sports

Seven Huskies Selected as Great Plains East All-Stars

The Great Plains All-Star Game is set for August 1 in Bismarck, North Dakota. The game is set for 7:05 PM.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Announced Thursday morning seven Huskies were recognized for their efforts this season and were chosen to represent Duluth in the upcoming Great Plains All-Star Game. The Northwoods league is trying out a new format for the 2023 season, All-Stars from the Great Plains East will take on their rivals in the West. The rosters were determined by the…

Huskies
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Run Cold in Game Two with Loggers

Duluth will look to bounce back on Thursday, opening a home series with the Minnesota Mudpuppies. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Huskies fell in Game Two 15-11 to the first place La Crosse Loggers on Wednesday at Wade Stadium. A rain delay halted play in the third inning. When the game resumed, Duluth would go cold and fall behind by six runs after the inning. La Crosse puts up another big inning in the 8th. The Huskies rally…

Boeve
Northwoods League, Sports

Former Huskies All-Star Mike Boeve Signs Rookie Deal with Brewers

Boeve played for the Huskies back in the summer of 2021. He would club 84 hits and have 47 runs batted in.
Neil Vierzba,

MILWAUKEE, Wis.- Former Huskies All-Star Mike Boeve is officially a member of the Milwaukee Brewers organization. On Wednesday, he signed his rookie deal with the team. Boeve’s contract is for 1.25 million dollars. The years on the deal are still to be announced. The former Duluth 3rd baseman had one more year of eligibility left. But with the contract now,…

Huskies
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Rally Late To Take Game One From Loggers

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

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies would put up four runs in the 8th on Tuesday to take down the La Crosse Loggers, 7 to 4. Tied at 4-4 in the bottom of the 8th, Tyler Leroy would hit a three-run double to give Duluth the eventual victory. The two teams will meet up again on Wednesday. First pitch is at…

Duluth Fc
Sports

Duluth FC Sees Season End in Minnesota Super Cup Play

The BlueGreens end the year with a 12-2-1 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- Duluth FC saw their season officially end on Tuesday, falling to Minneapolis City SC 3 to 1 in Minnesota Super Cup Play. The BlueGreens were vying for a spot in the semifinals this weekend. Kostya Domaratskyy would have the lone goal in the contest for Duluth FC. The BlueGreens end the year with a 12-2-1 overall record. Categories:…

Menzel
High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Peyton Menzel to Play College Football at UMD

The soon to be senior wideout hauled in 40 receptions with seven touchdowns and 579 yards receiving.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A Hermantown standout is staying close to home to play college football. Hawks wide receiver Peyton Menzel announced his commitment to UMD on Saturday. The soon to be senior wideout hauled in 40 receptions with seven touchdowns and 579 yards receiving. Overall, he would accumulate 687 all-purpose yards. Menzel and Hermantown are coming off a 6-3 season last…

Sorenson
College, Sports

Northland Men’s Basketball Coach Scott Sorenson Selected for NCAA College Basketball Academy

This will be the 2nd time in his career that Sorenson has coached at the academy. His first year was back in 2019.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland head men’s basketball coach Scott Sorenson will make his way to Memphis later this month. Sorenson will serve as a coach for the NCAA College Basketball Academy. The academy give prospective men’s and women’s student athletes a sample of the college basketball experience. This will be the 2nd time in his career that Sorenson has coached at…

Umd Team Canada
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Henderson & Gascon Invited to Team Canada’s National Development Camp

Henderson posted one goal and six assists last season. While Gascon is set to make her debut this fall.
Neil Vierzba,

ST. CATHARINES, Ontario.- Two current UMD women’s hockey players will have a chance to suit up for Team Canada at their National Women’s Development Team training camp. Sophomore defenseman Tova Henderson and freshman goaltender Eve Gascon will take part in the four-day camp in Ontario. Henderson posted one goal and six assists last season, while Gascon is set to make…

Umd Roster
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Releases Roster for 2023-2024 Season

UMD will have six new players suiting up for the team this season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- 82 days from now the UMD men’s hockey team will drop the puck in their home and season opener against Michigan Tech. And just over the weekend, the team released their roster for the upcoming season. The Bulldogs will have four freshman suiting up for the team. They are headlined by defensman Aaron Pionk and forward Matthew Perkins,…

Duluth Fc
Sports

Duluth FC’s Storybook Season Ends in Conference Final

Duluth FC finished the season 11-1-1. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a heartbreaking end to a storybook season on Saturday. As Duluth FC fell 2-1 in double overtime to Midwest North Conference rival, Med City FC. For the BlueGreens, this year was about more than just the success. “It’s very very difficult to do without dropping a game and it’s just heart breaking to get to this…

Wilderness
Sports

Wilderness Open Tryout Camp with New Head Coach

The Wilderness will need to get down to 25 players by September 1st.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week marked the official return of the Minnesota Wilderness as the team looks to follow up last season’s Midwest Division title. The Wilderness opened up camp this week in Superior with a new leader on the bench. Colten St. Clair takes over for Brett Skinner, who departed for the Fargo Force. St. Clair, along with general management…

Hurdle
Northwoods League, Sports

Former Huskie Devin Hurdle Signs with Texas Rangers

In 57 games in 2022, Hurdle would club five home runs for Duluth.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Earlier this week the Duluth Huskies saw two former players get drafted in the MLB draft. Duluth can now add another former player making the jump to a major league organization. On Tuesday, Shortstop Devin Hurdle signed a contract with the Texas Rangers. Hurdle would spend last summer with the Huskies. In 57 games, Hurdle would club five…

Superior City Fc
Sports

Six Superior City FC Members Earn End of Year Honors

Superior City FC finished the year with a 7-4-1 overall record.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men’s team had a memorable first season as a program. Now, members of the team are being rewarded for their efforts this past season. On Thursday, the UPSL Midwest-West division announced their end of the year awards. Forward Mally Lumsden was a scoring machine for Superior and as a result he had to share…

Css Hof
College, Sports

St. Scholastica Announces 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame Class

The class will officially be inducted on October 14th as part of Homecoming weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The College of St. Scholastica announced their 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame Class on Thursday afternoon. It will be the 12th class in program history to be inducted. The class includes a pair of All-Americans, Walt Aufderheide, who is tied for the program record with 18 wins as he manned the pipes for the Saints from 1979 to…

Duluth Fc
Sports

Duluth FC Scores Five Unanswered Against TwinStars to Secure Spot in Conference Final

Tyler Limmer led the BlueGreens with two goals in the contest.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC continued their winning ways on Wednesday, defeating the Minnesota TwinStars 5 to 1 in NPSL North Conference semifinals. The TwinStars would take the lead at the 36th minute, but after that it was all Duluth FC as they score five unanswered goals. Tyler Limmer led the BlueGreens with two goals in the contest. Next up for…

Rooney
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Rooney Rounds Out Bulldogs at USA Women’s Hockey National Festival

The festival takes place August 7th through the 13th in Lake Placid, New York.
Neil Vierzba,

LAKE PLACID, N.Y.- It was announced on Tuesday that four UMD women’s hockey standouts from a year ago will be skating at the USA Hockey Women’s National Festival. Also on the list is former UMD goaltender and olympic gold medalist Maddie Rooney. Rooney has already established herself, but it will be a big weekend for current Bulldogs Mannon McMahon and…

Undefeated Bluegreens
Sports

Undefeated Bluegreens Prepare for Postseason

Duluth FC is set to meet up with Minnesota Twinstars FC, at home on Wednesday in the Midwest North Semifinal. Kick off is set for 7 PM. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- All season long Duluth FC has shined on the pitch. Now the Bluegreens are preparing to make the shift into the postseason. On Saturday, Duluth FC completed an 11-0-1 undefeated regular season schedule for the first time in program history, slotting the Bluegreens as the one seed heading into Wednesday’s matchup with the bottom seeded Minnesota Twinstars FC….

Roll Skies
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Extend Win Streak to Four Straight

Josh Duarte extends his hit streak to nine games, going 2-4 with 2 RBIs.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies earned their fourth straight victory on Tuesday evening, sweeping Thunder Bay 13-6. The Huskies started out hot with a six run first inning. Brandon Compton would pick up his seventh home run of the season. While, left fielder Josh Duarte extended his hit streak to nine games. Duluth hits the road for a five game…

Usa Festival
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Four Bulldogs Invited to USA Hockey Women’s National Festival

The festival will take place from August 7th to August 13 at Lake Placid in New York.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Four UMD women’s hockey players will be participating in the USA Hockey Women’s National Festival later this summer. Maggie Flaherty, Gabbie Hughes, Mannon McMahon, and Clara Van Wieren have all been invited to compete at the Festival. Duluth native Sanya Sandahl will also serve as the goaltending coach. It will take place from August 7th to August 13…

Rogge
Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Naomi Rogge Joins SDE of Swedish Women’s Hockey League

Rogge graduated as the program's all-time games played record holder.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Bulldog Naomi Rogge will get to play hockey this year after all. Rogge originially signed her first professional contract with the Metropolitan Riveters of the PHF earlier this off-season, but the league would be bought out. Now, she’s heading overseas as she signed a deal with SDE of the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. Rogge graduated as the…

Huskies Picks
Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

Former Huskies Boeve & Campbell Selected in MLB Draft

Boeve spent the 2021 season in Duluth. While Campbell was with the Huskies in 2022.
Neil Vierzba,

SEATTLE, Wash.- A former Huskies All-Star heard his name called on Sunday at the MLB draft. Infielder Mike Boeve went 54th overall to the Milwaukee Brewers. Boeve was with the Huskies for the summer of 2021. In 67 games, he would club 84 hits and have 47 runs batted in. Boeve played collegiately for Omaha, where he would collect the…

Northland Coaches
College, Sports

Northland College Names New Head Baseball & Head Men’s Hockey Coach

The school made the official announcements last Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College in Ashland has a new head baseball coach. The team named former Duluth Denfeld coach Cal Fougner as their new bench boss. Fougner had been with Valley City State in North Dakota since 2020 as their lead assistant coach. He also coached at Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College back in 2012. On the ice,…

Roll Skies
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Keep Rolling with Series Opener Victory

Kasen Wells lead the way going 3-5 with 3 RBIs and 3 runs scored.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies earned the 12-8 victory in Game One Monday evening over the Thunder Bay Border Cats. The Huskies bats came alive in the bottom of the third, highlighted by a bases clearing triple by Kasen Wells who would finish the night 3-5. Next up, Duluth will look for the sweep in Game Two with Thunder Bay,…

Noah Cates
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Noah Cates & Flyers Agree to Two-Year Contract Extension

Cates was one of four NHL rookies to appear in every game for his team.
Neil Vierzba,

PHILADELPHIA, Penn.-  It appears former Bulldog Noah Cates and the Philadelphia Flyers won’t have to go to arbitration anymore. On Monday, the left wing and Philadelphia agreed to a two-year contract extension worth 5.25 million dollars. Cates recorded 38 points in 82 games for the Flyers last season. He was one of four NHL rookies to appear in every game…

Cj Ham
Professional Sports, Sports

C.J. Ham Returns to Denfeld for 4th Annual Football Camp

Ham led over 400 kids from the 1st grade all the way up the 9th grade.
Neil Vierzba, Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn.- Since 2019, Duluth native and Vikings Fullback C.J. Ham has returned to his hometown to lead his annual football camp. The tradition continued this past Saturday when Ham led over 400 kids from the 1st grade all the way up the 9th grade with hands on training as well as conversations on leadership, work ethic, and education. During…
Community, Environment, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Solar Storm Thursday Expected To Make Northern Lights Visible In 17 States

The Associated Press,

A solar storm forecast for Thursday is expected to give skygazers in 17 American states a chance to glimpse the Northern Lights, the colorful sky show that happens when solar wind hits the atmosphere. Northern Lights, also known as aurora borealis, are most often seen in Alaska, Canada and Scandinavia, but an 11-year solar cycle that’s expected to peak in…

Huskies
Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Rox Take Series From Huskies with 6-4 Victory in Finale

Next up for Duluth, they'll host the Minnesota Mud Puppies at 6:35 PM on Saturday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies closed out their home and home series with the St. Cloud Rox on Friday. Unfortunately, it didn’t go Duluth’s way as St. Cloud took the final game 6 to 4. Max Coupe would go two for three to lead the Huskies offensively. Next up for Duluth, they’ll host the Minnesota Mud Puppies at 6:35 PM…

Top Play
Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 7/7

This weeks’ top play belongs to Kasen Wells of the Duluth Huskies.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This weeks’ top play belongs to Kasen Wells of the Duluth Huskies. Wells made a spectacular catch in Tuesday’s contest against the St. Cloud Rox. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Sports