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Bulldog Alums Flock to Dallas to Root on Alma Mater

Neil Vierzba caught up with former player and current Superior Athletic Director Ella Olson to talk all things Bulldogs and the upcoming National Championship game.

DALLAS, Texas.- It’s a once in a lifetime experience and many alumni are flocking to Dallas to cheer on their Bulldogs. Neil Vierzba caught up with former player and current Superior Athletic Director Ella Olson to talk all things Bulldogs and the upcoming National Championship game. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Parents Feel Pressure Too as UMD Nears Title Game

Joanne and Tim will be at the game to cheer on their daughters Saturday at 2:30 PM.

DALLAS, Texas.- Playing for a national championship can make any player nervous. But what about their biggest supporters? Neil Vierzba caught up with a few parents to hear what their emotions will be like once they see their Bulldog hit the American Airlines arena floor on Saturday. “It’s as much a dream come true for us as it is for…

Dogs in Dallas: What to Expect

Stay with Fox 21 as we'll have live reports from Dallas on Friday and Saturday.

DALLAS, Texas.- Fox 21 Sports Director Neil Vierzba is down in Dallas, Texas to cover the Division II Women’s National Championship game between Ashland (OH) and UMD. He joined Morning Anchor Maria Vollom on the morning show to discuss the weekend ahead as well as all the events involving the Bulldogs. Stay with Fox 21 as we’ll have live reports…

UMD Women’s Basketball’s Dreams become Reality with National Championship Appearance

The Bulldogs will take the floor for the final time this season, at the NCAA DII National Championship. Tip off is set for 2:30 PM against Ashland of Ohio. 

DALLAS, Texas- In less than 48 hours, the UMD women’s basketball team will play in what will be the biggest game of their careers. Likely a dream these women have played over and over since they were young girls. Now, that dream is reality. “I think this streak is a result of how well we’re playing right now. I think…

CSS Softball Gears Up for MIAC Play

The Saints are scheduled to have their conference opener at home, Sunday against Saint Benedict. First pitch is set for 1 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica softball team is nearing the halfway point of their season, meaning it’s time for conference play. After finishing just shy of the MIAC tournament last year, the Saints are eager to let their name be known in just their second year in the conference. Leading up to this point in the season, CSS sits at…

Grand Rapids Native Micah Miller Signs with Tucson Roadrunners of the AHL

The former Thunderhawk just finished up his 5th season at St. Cloud State.

TUCSON, Arizona.- Grand Rapids native Micah Miller is the latest local hockey standout to put pen to paper. Miller is now a member of the Tucson Roadrunners of the AHL. The Roadrunners are the affiliate of the Arizona Coyotes. The former Thunderhawk just finished up his 5th season at St. Cloud State. His best season came in the 2021-2022 season…

UMD Women’s Basketball Arrives in Dallas Ahead of National Title Game

The Bulldogs will hold a practice in Dallas Thursday. Then on Friday, they'll get to take in the Division I Final Four as fans.

DALLAS, Texas.- Wednesday was the day that the UMD women’s basketball team departed for Dallas ahead of their National Championship Game on Saturday. The Bulldogs would leave campus around 8:30 AM Wednesday morning and then would touchdown in the Lone Star State later in the afternoon. Earlier this week, we caught up with a few players and asked them if…

Sandelin Reflects on 2022-2023 Season in Final Press Conference of the Year

UMD has already received a boost as they will return forwards Luke Loheit and Quinn Olson as well as goalie Matthew Thiessen.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team wrapped up their season just over two weeks ago. It was a down year of sorts as the Bulldogs would finish with an overall record of 16-20-1. Now, they turn the page to the off-season. UMD has already received a boost as they will return forwards Luke Loheit and Quinn Olson as well…

St. Louis County Gets $890k In Federal Government Awards To Reduce Wildfire Risk

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. — St. Louis County has landed nearly $900,000 in Federal Government awards to help reduce wildfire risks. The county’s proposal is one of the 100 projects selected nationwide to receive a portion of the $197 million through the Community Wildfire Defense Grant Program. This new funding will broaden the county’s Firewise Program. This will be to…

For 2nd Straight Year, Minnesota Sweeps Wisconsin at DAYBA Border Battle All-Star Basketball Games

Pine City's Sophie Lahti and Duluth East's Jobe Juenemann would earn MVP honors in the games.

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 2nd straight year, Minnesota reigned supreme over Wisconsin at the DAYBA Border Battle All-Star Games. In the first game, the Minnesota girls would defeat Wisconsin by a final of 95 to 78. Pine City’s Sophie Lahti would earn MVP honors in the contest. Following that game, the Minnesota boys would handle Wisconsin 115 to 86. Duluth…

Former Greyhound Ryder Donovan to Return to Hockey with St. Thomas

Donovan spent three seasons with Wisconsin totaling 12 points in 88 games.

ST. PAUL, Minn.- A former Greyhound is once again on the move. After taking last season off, forward Ryder Donovan is ready to get back to playing hockey. And he will do it in his home state as the one time Wisconsin Badger is now going to be a St. Thomas Tommie. Donovan spent three seasons with Wisconsin totaling 12…

Duluth Marshall Baseball Leans on Team Culture to Bring Success

The Hilltoppers hope to get their season rolling April 6 from Wade Stadium, opening their season against Esko. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall baseball team has made their way to the State Tournament in four of the last five seasons. While the Hilltoppers are stacked with some of the best young talent around, that level of success doesn’t just come from playing ability. Head coach Nick Garramone sats the culture they’ve built at Duluth Marshall is the secret…

UMD Junior Forward Luke Mylymok Transfers to Niagara

Mylymok saw plenty of playing time this past season, appearing in 31 games. In those contests, he would tally three goals and five assists, which was a career-best eight points.

DULUTH, Minn.- Another Bulldog hockey veteran will be leaving the program. Junior forward Luke Mylymok entered the transfer portal on Tuesday and would then transfer to Niagara. Mylymok saw plenty of playing time this past season, appearing in 31 games. In those contests, he would tally three goals and five assists, which was a career-best eight points. He’s the second…

Juenemann & Zubich Selected to MBCA All-Star Series Rosters

The games are put on to represent the forty best senior basketball players in the state.

COON RAPIDS, Minn.- A pair of area senior basketball standouts will get a chance to play one last game at the high school level. Duluth East guard Jobe Juenemann and Mountain Iron-Buhl guard Asher Zubich are set to play in the MBCA All-Star basketball series on Saturday at Anoka-Ramsey Community College. Juenemann will play for Team Green while Zubich is…

Bayfield County Trails Closing For Season

WASHBURN, Wis. — Trails are closing for the season in Bayfield County starting Friday night. According to the Bayfield County Forestry & Parks Department, Bayfield County snowmobile and ATV/UTV trails will close for season on March 31 at 11:59 p.m. For ATV/UTV trails as conditions allow, they will re-open sometime in early May. For the updated trail conditions, click here….

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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,…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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…