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Prep Basketball: South Shore Girls Earn 13th Win, Chisholm Boys Knock Off Duluth Marshall

The Cardinals (13-1) will next host Solon Springs on Thursday. Meanwhile the Bluestreaks (8-6) will host Littlefork-Big Falls on Tuesday.

January 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The South Shore girls basketball team picked up their 13th win of the season on Monday, defeating Duluth Denfeld 88 to 33. Lily Truchon had a team-leading 36 points. The Cardinals (13-1) will next host Solon Springs on Thursday. In other basketball action, the Chisholm boys earned a road win at Duluth Marshall 80 to 63. The Bluestreaks…

Prep Hockey: Duluth Northern Stars Hold Off Moose Lake Area 2-1

Duluth was led by Grace Karakas, who had two goals in the victory.

January 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Northern Stars would grab their 10th win of the season on Monday, defeating Moose Lake Area 2 to 1. Duluth was led by Grace Karakas, who had two goals in the victory. The Northern Stars (10-6-3) will host Superior on Tuesday. Moose Lake (11-7-1) will look to bounce back against Simley on Tuesday. Categories: High School,…

CSS Interim Baseball Coach Will Peterson Lands Job with St. Louis Cardinals Organization

Peterson will be an assistant pitching coach and spend games in the bullpen for the Memphis Redbirds.

January 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica Saints are in search of a new head coach. It was announced over the weekend that Interim Head Coach Will Peterson has landed a job with the St. Louis Cardinals Triple-A team. Peterson will be an assistant pitching coach and spend games in the bullpen for the Memphis Redbirds. Peterson would be on the Saints…

Ledenkov Brothers Make it Three Straight Weeks of MIAC Honors

CSS has a home and home series with Hamline this upcoming weekend.

January 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Ledenkov brothers continue to pass off the MIAC offensive player of the week award. Arkhip had won the last two and now this week it’s Filimon who takes home the hardware. Ledenkov had one goal and six assists for a seven-point weekend as the Saints claimed a pair of wins over St. Olaf. Two crucial wins that…

Bulldogs Stay at #6 in Poll, Bell Named WCHA Defender of the Week for 3rd Time

Bell also ranks third among the Bulldogs in scoring this season.

January 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was another weekend of domination for the UMD women’s hockey team. But, the Bulldogs will remain at number six in the poll. They would outscore St. Thomas 8 to 1 to pick up the sweep as well as extend their unbeaten streak to nine games. UMD as a whole has flipped the switch since their last meeting…

Brooke Olson Grabs Another NSIC North Player of the Week Honor

Olson and the Bulldogs return home this weekend to face Wayne State on Friday.

January 23, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD graduate forward Brooke Olson continues to add to her storybook career at UMD. The latest being another NSIC North Player of the Week honor. It’s Olson’s 2nd of the year and 6th of her career that she has been awarded the weekly award. There was no one stopping Olson this weekend as she had a career-high 35…

Superior Girls Basketball Keeps Rolling with Big Section Win

The Spartans were led by seniors Emma Raye with 27 points and Savannah Leopold with 18 points in the win.

January 21, 2023

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls basketball team extended their hot streak to 13 with a 68-60 win over Hudson at home, Saturday afternoon. The Spartans were led by seniors Emma Raye with 27 points and Savannah Leopold with 18 points in the win. Next up, Superior will make the short trek to Cloquet, Tuesday for a 7:15 PM start…

Yellowjackets’ Win Streak Snapped by North Central

Levy Miguel led the way for the Yellowjackets with 19 points.

January 21, 2023

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior men’s basketball team’s seven-game win streak was halted after dropping a close one (67-63) to UMAC opponent North Central. Levy Miguel led the way for the Yellowjackets with 19 points. UWS will host Finlandia, next Friday at Mertz Mortorelli Gym for a 5:30 PM tip-off. Categories: College, Sports

No. 14 Denfeld Boys Hockey Falls at Home to No. 1 Warroad

The Hunters will look to bounce back, next Thursday, on the road against Rock Ridge. Puck drop is set for 7 PM.

January 21, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Denfeld boys hockey team hosted the No. 1 ranked team for Class A in the state of Minnesota, Warroad on Saturday at the Duluth Heritage Center. The Warriors put up eight goals through regulation, however, did not complete the shutout. Arttu Mollberg landed the lone goal for the Hunters in the second period, but would fall 8-1….

Tour of Essentia Duluth Heritage Sports Center

Travel through Duluth's rich hockey history, into the locker rooms and onto the ice in this special segment.

January 20, 2023

Cam Derr, Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Min.- Fox 21’s Cam Derr is joined with Duluth Heritage Chair Pat Francisco for a special look inside the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center. Travel through Duluth’s rich hockey history, into the locker rooms and onto the ice in this special segment. Categories: Community, Friday Night Frenzy, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Sports

Late Goal Lifts Hermantown Boys Hockey Past Moorhead, Denfeld Drops 2nd Straight

Hermantown (12-1-1) will next play at St. Thomas Academy on Saturday.

January 20, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A goal by Will Esterbrooks with 10 seconds left would lift Hermantown boys hocket past Moorhead 3-2 on Friday. Hermantown (12-1-1) will next play at St. Thomas Academy on Saturday. In other boys hockey action, Duluth Denfeld would fall to East Grand Forks 5 to 1. The Hunters (10-7-1) will look to bounce back Saturday at home against…

UMD’s Steeves, James, & Kaiser Named as Hobey Baker Award Nominees

The Bulldogs are in North Dakota this weekend to play the Fighting Hawks.

January 20, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD has had six hobey baker award winners in the past. And now three players will have a chance to make it seven as they were named nominees on Thursday. Ben Steeves, Dominic James, and Wyatt Kaiser all made the list. Steeves has shined in his freshman season as he leads the team in goals, points, shots, and…

“Sip and Ski” At Hartley Nature Center

January 20, 2023

Steve Goodspeed,

DULUTH, Minn. — Well, if you want to get your blood pumping, one way to do it is the new adult program at the Hartley Nature Center. It was almost a postcard scene outside Thursday morning. Cross-country skiers gathered to take advantage of Sip and Ski. It is offered the first and third Thursday of every month. Now, because it…

Duluth East Boys Hockey Keeps Rolling with Win Over C-E-C

Duluth East will be back in action next Thursday, on the road against Hopkins for a 7 PM start. While, C-E-C will have a quick turn around, facing off with the Academy of Holy Angels, Friday for a 7 PM puck drop.

January 19, 2023

Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team picked up their tenth win on the season, with a dominating 8-1 win over Cloquet Esko Carlton, at Northwoods Credit Union Arena, Thursday night. The Lumberjacks would score early in the first period. While, the Greyhounds posted goals in each period, but the third would be the most electric, finding the…

Prep Basketball: Duluth East Boys & Girls Complete Doubleheader Sweep Over Rival Duluth Denfeld

The Greyhound boys will next host Cambridge-Isanti on Saturday. As for the girls, they'll play at Grand Rapids on Monday.

January 19, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the Duluth East boys and girls basketball teams would take down crosstown rival Duluth Denfeld on Thursday. The Duluth East boys would go on to win their contest 80 to 59. Patrick Smith led East with 21 points. The Greyhounds (10-3) will next host Cambridge-Isanti on Saturday. Denfeld (7-9) will look to bounce back at Hermantown on…

Bulldogs Forward Gabbie Hughes Nominated for Hockey Humanitarian Award

The list will be trimmed down in February before the winner is announced on Friday, April 7th.

January 19, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Gabbie Hughes is one of the leaders on the UMD women’s hockey team. It just so happens, she also plays a big role in the community. And because of that, she was named a finalist for the 2023 Hockey Humanitarian Award on Wednesday. A top 3 finalist last year, Hughes is a co-founder of the non-profit Sophie’s Squad,…

UMD Football Hires Luke Olson as New Defensive Backs Coach

Olson spent the last three seasons at the University of Sioux Falls, coaching up the defensive line.

January 19, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team has a new assistant coach. And he comes from a divisional foe. The Bulldogs today announced the hiring of Luke Olson as their defensive backs coach and recruiting coordinator. Olson spent the last three seasons at the University of Sioux Falls, coaching up the defensive line. Olson will oversee a secondary that was ranked…

Northwestern’s Trevor Eliason Commits to Play Football at UW-Whitewater

On the field, Eliason would find the end zone five times and tally six and a half sacks on the defensive side.

January 19, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Another Northwestern standout will be making the next step in their football career. The latest being all-state tight end and defensive end Trevor Eliason. Eliason announced via his own twitter page that he will suit up for the Warhawks of UW-Whitewater next fall. The senior would rack up plenty of honors as he was all-region and 1st team…

Prep Basketball: Esko Girls Grab 7th Victory of Season in Contest Against Pine City

The Eskomos (7-5) will next play Moose Lake-Willow River on Thursday.

January 18, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team improved to 7-5 on the year on Wednesday, defeating Pine City 70 to 61. The Eskomos (7-5) will next play Moose Lake-Willow River on Thursday. Categories: High School, Sports

Northern Star: Red the Rink by Carson Gotelaere and Caden Lia

It was only fitting that the Spartans first two goals were scored by Gotelaere just seconds in, followed by a power play goal by Lia later in the first period.

January 18, 2023

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Last Friday, the Superior boys hockey team traded their blue jerseys for red ones, and packed the stands for a cause bigger than hockey. An event led by seniors Caden Lia and Carson Gotelaere. “I just wanted to because I had a personal connection, with my Grandpa and seeing everything he went through and just wanting to…

Sunset Snowshoe at Glensheen Mansion

January 18, 2023

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn.– Adventure awaits at Glensheen Mansion as the property’s sunset snowshoeing kicked off this weekend for the winter season. The snow covered estate welcomes visitors to explore the grounds of the historic destination for free. Snowshoes are available to borrow, but they are not required. Guests can also hike the area. Organizers recommend checking out the Lake Superior Shoreline…

Spicer Set for Homecoming as UMD Men’s Hockey Travels to North Dakota

Freshman forward Cole Spicer is a Grand Forks, ND native.

January 18, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team is eager to get back on the ice after being swept last weekend in Omaha. The Bulldogs hope to change their fortunes on the road as they head to the Ralph to take on North Dakota. Both teams are in similar spots in the NCHC standings. With the Bulldogs holding off the Fighting…

After Wake Up Call in Last Meeting, UMD Women’s Hockey Heads to St. Thomas for 2nd Go-Around

UMD and St. Thomas will drop the puck on Saturday at 6 PM.

January 18, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Bulldog women’s squad is riding high after their dominating sweep of Bemidji State. They’ll take their 7 game unbeaten streak to St. Paul this weekend to square off with the Tommies of St. Thomas. The Bulldogs have yet to drop a game to the Tommies but they did tie in their most recent meeting back on December…

BWCAW Quota Season Permits Available January 25

January 18, 2023

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn –The last Wednesday in January is coming up which means permit reservations for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness can be made for the 2023 quota season. Starting at 9:00 a.m. CST on January 25, you will be able to book your reservation for dates between May 1 and September 30 in the BWACW. Before attempting to make…

Prep Hockey: Duluth East Boys Snap Denfeld’s Six Game Winning Streak 4-0

Duluth East (9-6-1) will next play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton on Thursday.

January 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team took bragging rights on Tuesday as they downed rival Duluth Denfeld 4-0. With the loss, Duluth Denfeld’s win streak is stopped at six. The Greyhounds would outshoot the Hunters 43-10. Duluth East (9-6-1) will next play at Cloquet-Esko-Carlton on Thursday. Duluth Denfeld (10-6-1) will look to bounce back at home on Friday…

Carlson & Fahrenholtz Earn Weekly Honors for Respective Conferences

This is the first time Fahrenholtz was named player of the week.

January 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- He’s normally known for his offense, but this week he was recognized for his defensive abilities. Nick Carlson from St. Scholastica was named the MIAC defensive player of the week. Carlson was a rebound machine over the weekend as he grabbed 20 rebounds and came away with six steals and two blocked shots. His breakout performance came from…

UMD Women’s Hockey Stays at #6 in USCHO Poll, MacLeod Named WCHA Rookie of the Week

MacLeod previously earned rookie of the month honors for the WCHA back in November.

January 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After a dominating weekend sweep of Bemidji State, the UMD women’s hockey team sees no movement in the latest USCHO poll as they remain at number six. The Bulldogs would outscore the Beavers 13 to 1 on offense. Then to top it off on the defensive side, Emma Soderberg would pick up her 6th shutout on Saturday and…

UMD’s Drew Blair Lands on Bevo Francis Top 100 Watch List

Blair currently leads the Bulldogs in points per game with 20.1.

January 17, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- He’s been putting up points all season long for the UMD men’s basketball team and now he has landed on the watch list for one prestigious award. Drew Blair was named to the Bevo Francis top 100 watch list on Monday. The award is an annual honor given to the player that had the best overall season across…

Prep Girls Basketball: Proctor Cruises by Cromwell-Wright, Duluth East Rally Late to Pick Up Eighth Straight

The Greyhounds were led by senior Rachel Hagen with 24 points in the win.

January 16, 2023

Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor girls basketball team hosted a tough Cromwell-Wright team on Monday night. The Rails got out to a hot start in the first half and never cooled down, picking up the 63-45 win. Meanwhile, Esko welcomed in Duluth East who has been on a roll, with seven straight wins. The Eskomos were up to start the…

Kids Ice Fishing Weekend

The opportunity only goes until Monday.

January 16, 2023

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn.– As weather in the northland continues to get colder, ice fishing is in full gear as today kicked off the weekend dedicated to getting kids on the ice and starting to ice fish. The sound of drilling through the ice on a nice day is a fisherman’s dream. Saturday was no different as the sun was beaming on…

UMD Women’s Hockey Sweeps Bemidji State in Shutout Fashion

Next up, UMD will travel to face off with St. Thomas, next Saturday for a 6 PM puck drop.

January 14, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team earned their seventh consecutive win, Saturday afternoon with a 5-0 victory over Bemidji State. Anneke Linser led the way with two goals. The Bulldogs defense was air tight holding the Beavers to just eight shots on goal through regulation. Next up, UMD will travel to face off with St. Thomas, next Saturday…

Coaches Corner: Steve Pitoscia

For this week's segment we hear from Duluth East boys hockey head coach, Steve Pitoscia.

January 13, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this weeks’ Coaches Corner, we talk with head coach of the Duluth East boys hockey team, Steve Pitoscia. The Greyhounds had a stellar month of December, turning over into the New Year, going 8-2-1 in their last 11 games. Pitoscia talks his experience playing for Duluth East, their recent section win over Grand Rapids and the final…

UMD Women’s Hockey Dominates in Series Opener

UMD will look to take the sweep, Saturday on home ice, with a 3 PM puck drop.

January 13, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team opened their series with Bemidji State, Friday night at Amsoil Arena. The Bulldogs had a dominant performance over the Beavers, posting goals in each period. Seven different players found the net in the 8-1 victory. UMD will look to take the sweep, Saturday on home ice, with a 3 PM puck drop. …

UMD Men’s Hoops Grabs 3rd Straight Victory, Olson Nets 2,000th Career Point in Women’s Win

Both teams will return to action on Saturday against Winona State. The women's game is at 3:30 and the men will follow at 5:30.

January 13, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s basketball team picked up their 3rd straight win on Friday, defeating Upper Iowa 80 to 62. The Bulldogs were led by Joshua Brown, who had 17 points in the victory. Earlier in the day, the women’s squad would handle business on their floor as they took down the Peacocks 76 to 48. Brooke Olson would…

Top Play of the Week: 1/13

This week's top play comes from Mattie Thompson of the UMD men's basketball team.

January 13, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from Mattie Thompson of the UMD men’s basketball team. His alley oop slam would help UMD to an 80-62 win over Upper Iowa. Thompson would finish with 14 points in the victory. Categories: College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Prep Hockey: Hermantown Boys Improve to 10-0-1, Marshall Girls Outlast Moose Lake in OT

Hermantown would outshoot Cathedral 49 to 12 in the contest.

January 12, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown boys hockey team would keep their unbeaten streak alive on Thursday, defeating St. Cloud Cathedral 4-1. Hermantown would outshoot Cathedral 49 to 12 in the contest. The Hawks (10-0-1) will next play at Warroad on Saturday. In girls action, Duluth Marshall would take down Moose Lake Area 3 to 2 in overtime. The Hilltoppers (12-5-1) will…

Grand Rapids Girls Basketball’s Big Second Half Carries Thunderhawks to Twelfth Straight Win

Grand Rapids will next travel to take on Princeton at noon on Saturday. While, Duluth Marshall will take on Crosby-Ironton, Saturday at 6 pm on the road.

January 12, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Grand Rapids girls basketball team picked up their twelfth straight win, Thursday night 72-57 on the road against Duluth Marshall. The Hilltoppers put up a tough fight in the first half, but the Thunderhawks stormed back in the second half to earn the victory. Grand Rapids will next travel to take on Princeton at noon on Saturday….

UMD’s Soderberg & Thiessen Named to Goalie of the Year Watch Lists

The Awards will be announced during the Frozen Four of each tournament.

January 12, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the 3rd consecutive year, UMD goalie Emma Soderberg has been named to the WCHA watch list for the National Women’s Goalie of the Year Award. Just last year, she was a semi-finalist for the award and the previous year she made it to the top eight. Wednesday’s announcement wasn’t the only big thing to happen to the…

Lake Superior Zoo Excited About Future

Good year behind them, with new exhibits and plans for this year

January 12, 2023

Steve Goodspeed,

Naturally, the animals get most of the credit for a great zoo, but the people behind the scenes are the ones who are looking back at how 2022 went, and what they want to accomplish this year. The Lake Superior Zoo’s staff and Board of Directors had their annual meeting Thursday to celebrate everything from many new births to welcoming…

Gusties Too Much for CSS Women’s Hoops as Saints Still in Search of 1st Win

CSS (0-11) will next host Saint Mary's on Saturday at 3 PM.

January 11, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica women’s basketball team is still in search of their first win after falling to Gustavus Adolphus on Wednesday, 75-48. CSS (0-11) will next host Saint Mary’s on Saturday at 3 PM. Categories: College, Sports

After Weekend Sweep of Wisconsin, UMD Women’s Hockey Returns Home to Face Bemidji State

UMD boasts an 84-22-4 record against Bemidji, including a 4-0 record last year.

January 11, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team started off the 2nd half of their season on the right foot as they grabbed two big wins from then 2nd ranked Wisconsin. Now, their focus shifts to the Beavers of Bemidji State. A team the Bulldogs have yet to see this season. It’s been pretty much a one sided affair in the…

UMD Men’s Hockey Hits the Road for 2nd Go-Around with Omaha

Back on November 11th and 12th, the Mavericks and Bulldogs would split with each team earning a 3 to 2 victory.

January 11, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team will be on the road quite a bit in the next few weekends. That starts Friday, when UMD will meet with Omaha for the second time this season. Back on November 11th and 12th, the Mavericks and Bulldogs would split with each team earning a 3 to 2 victory. Omaha took the first…

Prep Basketball: Duluth East Boys Hand Hermantown 1st Loss, Superior Girls Extend Win Streak to 10

The Greyhounds were led by Patrick Smith, who had 16 points in the victory.

January 10, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys basketball team would hand Hermantown their 1st loss on Tuesday, 65 to 58. The Greyhounds were led by Patrick Smith, who had 16 points in the victory. Duluth East (8-1) will next play at Grand Rapids on Thursday. In girls action, Superior extended their winning streak to 10 after topping Duluth Marshall 77 to…

UMD Women’s Hoops Up to #15 in Latest Poll, Olson Named POTW for D2

Olson averaged a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds, including 22 points in the win over the Mavericks.

January 10, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team made quite the jump in the latest WBCA coaches poll. The Bulldogs have moved up eight spots, going from number 23 to number 15. UMD made that possible after their upset win over #5 Minnesota State-Mankato over the weekend. It was also a weekend to remember for graduate forward Brooke Olson, as she…

Armed with Depth & Numbers, UMD Track & Field Preps for 1st Conference Meet of the Season

The Bulldogs get things going against the Mavericks at 11 AM on Friday.

January 10, 2023

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s and women’s track and field teams are getting ready for their first conference meet this weekend in Mankato. The men’s squad enters the year picked to finish 7th after placing 8th at the NSIC indoor championships last February. The Bulldogs return a lot of depth including distance runner Nick Jacobson and thrower Colton Kostynick. As…

Esko Girls Basketball Outlasts Proctor in Final Seconds

Next up, Esko will take on Hibbing on the road, Friday for a 7 PM start. While, Proctor will looks to bounce back, hosting Cromwell-Wright , Monday for a 7:15 PM tip-off.

January 9, 2023

Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team pulled ahead of Proctor in the final seconds of the game Monday night, winning 51-49. The game was tightly played by both teams. The Rails pulled ahead with two seconds left before half time, but the Eskomos rallied in the second half to earn the close victory. Next up, Esko will take on…

Salvation Army Rookie Basketball Association Partners with UMD Basketball for Youth Event

RBA says there are a few spots left in their second winter session for K-2 beginning next week. The spring session will begin registration in February.

January 9, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- In partnership with the Salvation Army Rookie Basketball Association, the UMD men’s and women’s teams hosted a ‘Practice with the Bulldogs’ event at Romano Gym, Monday evening. “Even though it’s just a short practice it’s an opportunity for the kids who are little to see these big kids on the court who they’ve maybe seen on TV, or…

UMD’s Nina Jobst-Smith, Emma Soderberg Earn WCHA Weekly Honors

The Bulldogs will open their 2023 home schedule against Bemidji, Friday for a 6 PM puck drop.

January 9, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend the UMD women’s hockey team swept the No. 2 ranked Wisconsin Badgers. Those wins were in part thanks to the defensive efforts of Nina Jobst-Smith and Emma Soderberg. The defensive duo were named WCHA Defensive Player and Goaltender of the week. Jobst-Smith led defensively, holding the NCAA’s highest scoring team to just one goal through…

UMD Women’s Hockey Climbs Ladder to No. 6 in Latest USCHO Polls

The No.6 ranking is the highest UMD has been places since late October.

January 9, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend the UMD women’s hockey team earned the sweep over the highest scoring team in the NCAA, the Wisconsin Badgers. The latest USCHO polls revealed the Bulldogs have climbed two spots and now sit at No. 6 in the nation. The series sweep was the first time since 2012 UMD got back to back wins over…

Two Time Grandma’s Marathon Champion Dick Beardsley Reflects on Marathon Experience

Grandma's Marathon will take place on June 17.

January 9, 2023

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Grandmas Marathon is just six months away. On Monday night, the Gearing Up for Grandmas event took place. Headlining with works from two-time champion Dick Beardsley, speaking on his experience running in the famed Marathon. “Most memorable marathon. And almost everybody surprise, they think I’m going to say that one 1982 Boston Marathon where Salazar and I dual…