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Minnesota DNR Announces Eagle Egg Hatched

March 28, 2023

Emma Propp,

MINNESOTA — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has good news for those who keep up with their EagleCam. The eagle egg was confirmed to have hatched Sunday night at 9 p.m. There were originally 2 eggs laid on February 15 and 18, but one of the eggs broke just a few days after it was laid. Now the single…

Days from Dallas: UMD Women’s Hoops Making Final Preparations Before Departure

The game will take place at American Airlines Center in Dallas on Saturday. Tip-off is at 2:30 pm.

March 27, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The countdown is on! Five days until the UMD women’s basketball team tips things off with Ashland of Ohio for the National Championship Game in Division Two. The Bulldogs will have two days of practice in Duluth before they board a plane Wednesday morning to the Lone Star State. These last couple days of preparation will consist of…

Hermantown Native Ryan Sandelin Signs Pro Deal with Colorado Eagles

Sandelin just finished up his four years at Minnesota State-Mankato. He would tally 43 goals and 33 assists in 128 career NCAA contests.

March 27, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

WINDSOR, Colorado.- A Hermantown native is making the next step in his hockey career. Ryan Sandelin has signed a pro deal with the Colorado Eagles of the AHL. It’s a two-year contract with the affiliate of the Colorado Avalanche. Sandelin just finished up his four years at Minnesota State-Mankato. He would tally 43 goals and 33 assists in 128 career…

UMD Football Holds 1st Practice of the Spring

UMD's spring game is scheduled for April 21st at Malosky Stadium.

March 27, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The season may not start for another four months, but on Monday the UMD football team hit the field to begin the spring portion of their off-season. Practice number one of the 15 scheduled happened on Monday. UMD is coming off an 8-3 season and are tasked with replacing some key players that have graduated. Offensive lineman Brent…

Former Grand Rapids-Greenway Standout Claire Vekich Enters Transfer Portal

Vekich is coming off a fairly successful season for the Beavers as she would lead the team with seven goals.

March 27, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

BEMIDJI, Minn.- A former Grand Rapids-Greenway standout is looking for a new program. Bemidji State sophomore forward Claire Vekich has entered the transfer portal. She’s coming off a fairly successful season for the Beavers as she would lead the team with seven goals. She also would pitch in seven assists for a total of 14 points this year. Vekich has…

Former Bulldog Isaac Howard Joins Michigan State

Just this past year, Howard recorded six goals and 11 assists in 35 games for the Bulldogs.

March 27, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

EAST LANSING, Michigan.- It was announced last Thursday that UMD freshman forward Isaac Howard has entered the transfer portal. Just days after that announcement, he’s already found his new home. Howard will play for Michigan State next season. Just this past year he recorded six goals and 11 assists in 35 games for the Bulldogs. That would be good enough…

UWS Tennis Earns Clean Sweep over Martin Luther

The men's team moves to 4-0 in UMAC play, while the women's team picks up their third straight victory.

March 26, 2023

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s and women’s tennis teams blanked Martin Luther, 9-0 Sunday afternoon at home. The Yellowjackets dominated in both doubles and singles to come away with the win. The men’s team moves to 4-0 in UMAC play, while the women’s team picks up their third straight victory. UWS will host Northwestern and Bethany Lutheran next weekend at Yellowjackets…

Wilderness’ Marx Noren First Period Goal Enough to Sweep Jets

Kevin Marx Noren scored the lone goal of the game with 2:38 left to go in the first period.

March 25, 2023

Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- For the second time this season, the Minnesota Wilderness picked up the sweep over the Janesville Jets, taking Game Two 1-0 at home Saturday night. Kevin Marx Noren scored the lone goal of the game with 2:38 left to go in the first period. Categories: Sports

UMD’s Athletic Training Staff Recognized for National Athletic Training Month

March is National Athletic Training Month, in this segment you'll meet the UMD Athletic Training Staff.

March 24, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Some play the sports, some report on the sports, but some ensure those athletes take the field, the court or the ice at their very best and teams can play to their highest potential. Well that work has not gone unnoticed and as a part of National Athletic Training Month, we recognize the AT Staff at UMD. Categories:…

Coaches Corner: TJ Oakes

The Yellowjackets are so far 4-6 in Oakes' 2nd season at the helm.

March 24, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this weeks’ Coaches Corner, we talk with the head coach of the UWS baseball team, TJ Oakes. The Yellowjackets are so far 4-6 in Oakes’ 2nd season at the helm. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Wilderness Snags Series Opener with Jets

The Wilderness will look for the sweep over the Jets, Saturday for a 7:15 PM puck drop.

March 24, 2023

Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The NAHL’s Minnesota Wilderness took Game One, Friday night from Northwoods Credit Union Arena, with a 3-1 win over the Janesville Jets. The Wilderness will look for the sweep over the Jets, Saturday for a 7:15 PM puck drop. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

CSS’ Ledenkov Brothers & Bostedt, UWS’ Meilun Named All-Americans

Scholastica snaps a six year skid of not having an All-American. UWS makes it two consecutive years of All-Americans.

March 24, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A trio of St. Scholastica Saints earned All-American status on Thursday. Brothers Filimon and Arkhip Ledenkov landed on the West 1st team. While their teammate, and goaltender Jack Bostedt made it on the 2nd West team. Arkhip would finish the year with 48 points for the Saints. And his brother Filimon was right behind him with 42 points….

Boys Basketball: Cherry’s Late Rally Falls Short as R-T-R Eliminates Tigers Title Hopes

The Tigers will next play in the 3rd place game against Spring Grove.

March 24, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Cherry boys basketball team once again saw their title hopes end in the Class A semifinals on Friday, falling to Russell-Tyler-Ruthton 61 to 57. Isaac Asuma would lead Cherry with 21 points in the contest. Noah Asuma would also chip in 13 points. The Tigers will next play in the 3rd place game against Spring Grove. Tip-off…

Northern Lights Light Up Northland Sky

March 24, 2023

Ken Slama,

Photo courtesy Kyle Ziebarth DULUTH, Minn –If you were up late last night, chances are you were witness to a spectacular display of the northern lights that lit up the skies across the Northland including the Twin Ports. Last night and this morning we received several photos from our viewers with some saying it was one of the most spectacular…

Play & Learn For Family, Friend, And Neighbor Care Providers At Hartley Nature Center

March 24, 2023

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — With technology taking over our daily lives, many could say it’s important to get outside and appreciate nature. That’s why Hartley Nature Center is teaming up with the Duluth Public Library to put on an educational event for childcare providers. The program, which is led by a nature educator, involves reading, singing, and playing with the little…

UMD Women’s Basketball Welcomed Home to Bulldog Country

The Bulldogs will take a couple days off before gearing up to take on Ashland, April 1 in Dallas for the NCAA DII National Championship.

March 23, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team’s postseason journey will make its final stop on the biggest stage in college basketball in just over a weeks time the Bulldogs will play for their first ever National Championship. For the next week, the women’s team will have time to prepare for the big game, but today was a day of celebration,…

UWS Baseball Looks to Build Off Momentum from 2022 Season

UWS will next be in action on Sunday when they play Macalester.

March 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS baseball team is gearing up for their second season under head coach T.J. Oakes. Year one was one to remember as the Yellowjackets finished the year strong by beating the top two teams in the conference to advance to their 2nd ever UMAC title game. Now, Superior is turning the page to this season with a…

Kris Hamling Steps Down as Grand Rapids Girls Basketball Coach

Of the 10 years leading Rapids, she helped guide the Thunderhawks to the state tournament six times.

March 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- A longtime girls basketball coach at Grand Rapids is stepping down. After 10 seasons with the Thunderhawks, Kris Hamling is moving on. Of the 10 years leading Rapids, she helped guide the Thunderhawks to the state tournament six times. Their most recent state tournament berth was this past season where they would finish with a 26 and…

UMD Freshman Forward Isaac Howard Enters Transfer Portal

The 2022 first round pick of the Tampa Bay Lightning had six goals and 11 assists in 35 games of action for the Bulldogs this year.

March 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD freshman forward Isaac Howard has entered the transfer portal. The 2022 first round pick of the Tampa Bay Lightning had six goals and 11 assists in 35 games of action for the Bulldogs this year. Howard would have no problem putting up points as he posted a career high three assists in a contest against Denver on…

UMD Defenseman Derek Daschke Signs Pro Deal with Toledo Walleye

In Daschke's lone season, the 5th year defender would tally two goals and 14 assists.

March 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

TOLEDO, Ohio.- Another UMD men’s hockey graduate has put pen to paper and is heading to the pros. The latest being defenseman Derek Daschke. Daschke has signed with the Toledo Walleye of the ECHL. They are the minor league affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings and the Grand Rapids Griffins. Daschke would spend one year with the Bulldogs after transferring…

UMD Women’s Hockey Reflects on 2022-2023 Season

The Bulldogs say goodbye to nine players, some of which were All-Americans, Patty Kazmaier finalists, and WCHA Player of the Year award winners.

March 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been almost two weeks since the UMD women’s hockey team saw their season come to a close. Now, the Bulldogs enter off-season mode. They’ll prepare for a season with potentially plenty of new faces. The Bulldogs say goodbye to nine players, some of which were All-Americans, Patty Kazmaier finalists, and WCHA Player of the Year award winners….

Minnesota State Parks Are Free These Days In 2023

March 23, 2023

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Fees to visit Minnesota state parks and recreation areas will be waived on four different dates this year. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on Thursday revealed the four Free Park Days that vehicle permit fees will be waived at all 75 state parks and recreation areas: Saturday, April 22 (Earth Day) Saturday, June 10 Saturday, Sept. 9 Friday,…

2023 Grandma’s Marathon Sells Out, Volunteers Needed

March 23, 2023

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — If you haven’t gotten registered for this year’s Grandma’s Marathon, you’re out of luck because it’s sold out. Race officials said this is one of the fastest sellouts on record for the 26.2-mile race. And on top of that, more than 9,000 runners are signed up for the full marathon and Gary Bjorklund Half Marathon. Officials said…

Dancing to Dallas! UMD Women’s Hoops Clinch Spot in National Championship Game

The Bulldogs were paced by Brooke Olson, who had a team leading 34 points in the victory.

March 22, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

ST. JOSEPH, Missouri.- After a dominating defensive performance in the 2nd half, the UMD women’s basketball team was able to take down Catawba 70 to 59 in the Final Four on Wednesday. The Bulldogs were paced by Brooke Olson, who had a team leading 34 points in the victory. On the defensive side, UMD would hold Catawba to zero field…

Duluth Native C.J. Ham Signs Contract Extension with Minnesota Vikings

The fullback appeared in all 17 games for the Vikings this past season. He would have two touchdowns on the ground while also hauling in 10 catches for 86 yards.

March 22, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- Former Duluth Denfeld standout C.J. Ham won’t be going anywhere this off-season. He’ll be staying a member of the Minnesota Vikings as Ham and the team agreed on a two-year contract extension. Ham’s agency IFA announced the news on their personal Twitter page. The fullback appeared in all 17 games for the Vikings this past season. He would…

UMD Men’s Hockey Captain Tanner Laderoute Inks Deal with Wheeling Nailers

Laderoute tallied 58 points in his Bulldog career. With his best season coming in the 2019-2020 season where he posted a career-high 16 points.

March 22, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The captain for the UMD men’s hockey team the past two seasons is making his next move. Tanner Laderoute has signed a deal with the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL. They’re the affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Laderoute tallied 58 points in his Bulldog career. With his best season coming in the 2019-2020 season…

Falling Short of State Tournament, Esko Baseball More Determined as Practices Begin

The Eskomos will head down to Orlando, Florida this weekend to compete in some scrimmages, as well as get a chance to practice outdoors.

March 22, 2023

Cam Derr,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko baseball team is already two weeks into their spring season. After finishing with a 20-5 record last year, the Eskomos are more determined to make their way to the big game. The team knows that reaching that goal though, starts day one of practice. “This is a very good section this year but we were a…

Boys Basketball: Cherry Advances to Class A Semifinals for 2nd Straight Year

Next up for the Tigers, they'll play top seeded Russell-Tyler-Ruthton in the semifinals. Tip-off is set for noon on Friday at the Target Center.

March 22, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Cherry boys basketball team is moving onto the semifinal round of the Class A state boys basketball tournament. The Tigers defeated Border West 68 to 55 on Wednesday in the quarterfinals. Cherry was led by Noah Sundquist, who had 30 points in the game. Next up for the Tigers, they’ll play top seeded Russell-Tyler-Ruthton in the semifinals….

Minnesota Department Of Agriculture Teaching People How To Find Emerald Ash Borer

March 22, 2023

Emma Propp,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — A type of beetle known as the Emerald Ash Borer was first identified in Two Harbors last spring. The species can be a huge problem as they can kill trees. Tuesday experts from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture were teaching people outside of Seagren’s Home Hardware how to find trees becoming sick from beetles. They hope…

Trio of Saints, One Yellowjacket Up for National Hockey Awards

The award winners will be announced Thursday.

March 21, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two St. Scholastica men’s hockey standouts were named finalists for the Sid Watson Award, which is given to the best D3 hockey player in the country. Junior forward Arkhip Ledenkov and junior goalie Jack Bostedt made the list after stellar seasons. Ledenkov had a career year as he posted 21 goals and 27 assists this past season. Same…

Armed with Depth, Cherry Boys Basketball Eyes More in 2nd Go-Around at State

The Tigers come into the matchup as the 4th seed with a 26-4 record. Meanwhile, Border West is the five seed as they posted a 26-2 record so far.

March 21, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

IRON JUNCTION, Minn.-The Cherry Tigers will begin their quest for the Class A title on Wednesday when they take on Border West in the Class A Quarterfinals. The Tigers come into the matchup as the 4th seed with a 26-4 record. Meanwhile, Border West is the five seed as they posted a 26-2 record so far. Head Coach Jordan Christianson…

Boys Basketball: 2nd Half Rally Falls Short as Orono Holds Off Hermantown in AAA Quarterfinals

Hermantown will play Stewartville in consolation play on Wednesday.

March 21, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Hermantown boys basketball team would play Orono tough on Tuesday at the Class AAA state tournament, but they ultimately would fall 84 to 82 to the Spartans. Abraham Soumis would lead the Hawks with 34 points in the game. Hermantown will either play Stewartville or DeLaSalle in consolation play on Wednesday. Tip-off is scheduled for 4 PM…

UMD Men’s Basketball Sees Special Season End in Elite Eight

UMD finishes the season with a 26-10 overall record.

March 21, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

EVANSVILLE, Indiana.- The UMD men’s basketball team’s impressive national tournament run came to a close on Tuesday as they fell to Black Hills State 86 to 68 in the Elite Eight. The Bulldogs were led by Drew Blair and Charlie Katona, who each had 16 points in the contest. UMD was able to accomplish their first national tournament win as…

Hermantown Native Jesse Jacques Signs with Iowa Heartlanders of ECHL

Just this past season, Jacques would tally four goals and five assists for UMD in 37 games.

March 20, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

CORALVILLE, Iowa.- Hermantown native and 5th year UMD standout Jesse Jacques is advancing his playing career. Jacques has signed with the Iowa Heartlanders out of the ECHL. Iowa is an affiliate of the Minnesota and Iowa Wild. Just this past season, Jacques would tally four goals and five assists for UMD in 37 games. His best year came in the…

Hermantown Boys Hoops Hopes for Longer Stay at Class AAA State Tournament

Hermantown, who is unseeded will take on the two seed Orono. The Spartans would get the best of the Hawks back on February 9th as they went on to win 76 to 60.

March 20, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys basketball team are set to make their 2nd straight appearance at state. Over the weekend, the Hawks learned who their opponent will be and it’s someone they’ve already seen this year. Hermantown, who is unseeded will take on the two seed Orono. The Spartans would get the best of the Hawks back on February 9th…

UMD Women’s Basketball Continues Tournament Run with First-Ever Final Four Berth

They'll next play Catawba on Wednesday for a spot in the National Championship game.

March 20, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

ST. JOSEPH, Missouri.- The UMD women’s basketball left no doubt on Monday as they defeated Assumption 61 to 41 in the Elite Eight. After battling foul trouble in the 1st half, Brooke Olson would turn things around in the 2nd to lead the Bulldogs with 15 points. “Just an exciting first game in the elite eight. We were all very…

Mountain Iron-Buhl Girls Basketball Brings Home First Class A State Title

This victory marks the first time in program history the Rangers girls basketball team became Class A State Champions, making them the second State Champion team to come out of MIB this year after the football team won the 9-man State Championship in December.

March 18, 2023

Cam Derr,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- For years the Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team has been chasing a state title and on Saturday, from Williams Arena the Rangers made program history, defeating Bold by a score of 52-21. After 13 trips to the State Tournament, MIB wanted to make sure to set the tone of the game early, coming out strong with an…

Coaches Corner: Lynn Anderson

For this week's segment we hear from UMD softball head coach, Lynn Anderson.

March 17, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner we catch up with UMD softball head coach Lynn Anderson ahead of the Bulldogs conference schedule. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Esko Falls in Section 7AA Title Game

Esko finishes their season 25-4.

March 17, 2023

Cam Derr,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A Section 7AA title rematch took place in Hermantown, Friday night, between the reigning section champs Pequot Lakes and Esko. The Eskomos pulled ahead by 14 in the first half, but just before halftime the Patriots were able to come back and knot things up at 36 a piece. In the final half, Pequot Lakes would go on…

Getting to Know the UMD Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams

In this special segment, Fox 21's Cam Derr introduces you to the men's and women's basketball teams ahead of their Elite Eight appearance.

March 17, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- In honor of both men’s and women’s basketball teams at UMD heading to the Elite Eight, we’ll take you to practice where you get to know the Bulldogs off the court. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Boys Basketball: Cherry Holds Onto Section 7A Crown with Win Over Deer River

Noah Sundquist would lead the Tigers with 24 points. Just behind him was Isaac Asuma with 22 on the night.

March 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Cherry boys basketball team repeated as Section 7A champions on Friday, defeating Deer River 85 to 61 in the title game. Noah Sundquist would lead the Tigers with 24 points. Just behind him was Isaac Asuma with 22 on the night. “These guys just work. They’re so relentless with everything they do. Every practice these guys come…

#1 Ohio State & Wisconsin to Clash in Frozen Four National Championship Game

Puck drop of the title game is set for 3 PM on Sunday.

March 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The championship game is now set for the NCAA Women’s Frozen Four. In the first game on Friday, top seeded Ohio State would shut out #5 Northeastern three to nothing to gain the first spot. Amanda Thiele would stop all 16 shots she saw in net to lead the Buckeyes. Then in the night cap, it would take…

UMD Forward Brooke Olson Wins WBCA D2 Player of the Year Award

Olson also made it on the all-american team, an honor she has now earned four times in her career.

March 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD graduate forward Brooke Olson continues to add to her legacy. Olson was named the 2023 WBCA NCAA D2 player of the year on Friday. The award is given annually to the top player in five of the six WBCA membership divisions. Olson becomes the first-ever WBCA Player of the Year at UMD after leading the Bulldogs with…

Girls Basketball: Mountain Iron-Buhl Advances to First State Title Game Since 2017

Mountain Iron-Buhl will next play BOLD in the title game on Saturday. Tip-off is at noon.

March 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team is now just one game away from their first-ever state championship in program history. The Rangers would defeat Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa 61 to 57 on Friday in the Class A semifinals. MIB was led by Sage Ganyo, who had 23 points in the contest. Mountain Iron-Buhl will next play BOLD in the title game…

UMD Women’s Basketball’s ‘Will to Win’ Propels them to Elite Eight

No. 2 UMD will tip off the Elite Eight in St. Joseph, Missouri on Monday against No. 7 Assumption at 2:30 PM.

March 16, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Down eleven points with a minute and a half to go, the UMD women’s basketball team pulled off the comeback of a lifetime, punching their ticket into the Elite Eight for the first time in program history. The one thing the Bulldogs leaned on in that victory? The will to win. “I think that’s out foundation right…

UMD Men’s Basketball Dancing into Elite Eight

No. 6 UMD will take on No. 3 Black Hills State, Tuesday for a noon start.

March 16, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team wrote their names in the history books, not only picking up its first NCAA Tournament win, but by winning the entire Regional. The Bulldogs head to Evansville, Indiana to take on Black Hills State, a team that fell just short of the Elite Eight last year. Head coach Justin Wieck says going into…

Boys Basketball: Hermantown Repeats as Section 7AAA Champions

Hermantown will look for their first-ever state tournament win next week.

March 16, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd straight year, the Hermantown boys basketball team is heading to the state tournament. The Hawks made that possible on Thursday, when they defeated Duluth Denfeld 70 to 59 in the Section 7AAA title game. “We had goals right after last year. Losing one guy, Michael Lau last year. We lost his leadership, we lost his…

Frozen Four Teams Hit the Ice at AMSOIL Arena for Final Preparations

Northeastern and Ohio State will face off at 2:30 PM on Friday. Following that, it's Minnesota and Wisconsin at 6 PM.

March 16, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Women’s Frozen Four is just one day away and today teams had a chance to test out the ice and make final preparations before the puck is dropped on Friday. All four teams have had plenty of Frozen Four experience in the past. In the first matchup, Northeastern, out of the Hockey East Conference is making their…

Girls State Basketball: Mountain Iron-Buhl Knocks Off Minneota in Class A Quarterfinals

The Rangers were led by Jordan Zubich, who had 25 points in the victory.

March 16, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Mountain Iron-Buhl girls basketball team advanced to the Class A semifinals on Thursday, defeating Minneota 65-50 in the quarterfinals. The Rangers were led by Jordan Zubich, who had 25 points in the victory. MIB now shifts their focus to Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa. They’ll play at noon on Friday. Categories: High School, Sports

Boys Basketball: Cherry & Deer River Secure Spots in Section 7A Title Game

Deer River and Cherry will tip things off on Friday at 6 pm at Romano Gym in Duluth.

March 15, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Cherry boys basketball team continues to inch closer to making another state tournament berth. On Wednesday, they defeated Northland 86 to 53 in the 7A semifinals. The Tigers will next face Deer River, who defeated Mountain Iron-Buhl 86 to 73 in the other semifinal game. Deer River and Cherry will tip things off on Friday at 6…