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UMD Men’s Hockey’s 11 Goals Lift Bulldogs to Series Sweep Over No. 1 St. Cloud State

UMD will look to continue their winning ways, hosting Western Michigan. Game One is set for 7:30 PM, Friday. 

  DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend the UMD men’s hockey team earned the series sweep over No.1 St. Cloud State, posting eleven goals over the two games. On Friday, the Bulldogs took advantage of the Huskies seven penalties that resulted in four power-play goals. Freshman Ben Steeves also finished the night with a hat-trick, in the 5-3 victory. Then on…

New Billy’s Bar Owner Excited, Ready For Beargrease Sunday

DULUTH, Minn. – Excitement is building for Sunday’s John Beargrease Sled Dog marathon. And that’s especially true for the new owner of Billy’s Bar. Billy’s is the starting line for Beargrease. It’s the prime spot to see all the dogs and mushers getting ready for the big race. For owner Brian Larson, he’s beyond ready to experience his first-ever Beargrease….

No. 3 Minnesota Snaps No. 6 UMD Women’s Hockey Unbeaten Streak

The Bulldogs will look to bounce back in Game Two of the series, Saturday for a 3 PM puck drop. 

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team’s nine game unbeaten streak was snapped on Friday in a 3-1 loss to Minnesota at home. The Bulldogs will look to bounce back in Game Two of the series, Saturday for a 3 PM puck drop. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Upsets No. 1 St. Cloud State in Series Opener

Freshman Ben Steeves posted the hat trick on the night.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team earned a huge win over St. Cloud State, 5-3, Saturday night in the series opener at home. Freshman Ben Steeves posted the hat trick on the night. With a two goal second period and his third coming in the final frame. UMD will look for the sweep, Saturday. Puck drop is set for…

Coaches Corner: Dave Williams

The Saints are a perfect 8-0-1 in conference play this season so far.

DULUTH, Minn.- In this weeks’ Coaches Corner, we talk with head coach of the St. Scholastica men’s hockey team, Dave Williams. The Saints are a perfect 8-0-1 in conference play this season so far. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

College Basketball: UMD Women Stay Unbeaten in Conference Play, UMD Men Knock Off Wayne State in OT

Both teams will be back in action on Saturday against Augustana. The men's game is at 3:30 PM and the women will follow at 5:30 PM.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s basketball team once again knocked off a conference foe on Friday, defeating Wayne State 74 to 54. Brooke Olson would continue her strong play with 22 points. As for the men, they needed overtime to take down the Wildcats 92 to 89. Drew Blair would lead the Bulldogs with 23 points in the victory. Both…

Grand Rapids Girls Basketball Picks Up Big LSC Victory

Braya LaPlant led the way for the Thunderhawks with 22 points.

PROCTOR, Minn.- Two of the top girls basketball teams in the Lake Superior Conference battled on the hardwood in Proctor, Thursday night. Braya LaPlant led the way for the Thunderhawks with 22 points, helping Grand Rapids improve to 16-2 on the season, with the 57-43 victory. Next up, the Thunderhawks will host Hermantown, Friday for a 7:15 PM tip off….

Prep Hockey: Hermantown Boys Blank Proctor, Mirage Girls Grab 15th Win

The Hawks (14-2-1) will next play Mahtomedi as part of Hockey Day Minnesota on Saturday. Meanwhile, The Mirage (15-5-2) will play at Hill Murray on Friday.

PROCTOR, Minn.- For the 2nd consecutive game, the Hermantown boys hockey team would have a shutout win. The latest being a 7-0 victory at Proctor on Thursday. The Hawks (14-2-1) will next play Mahtomedi as part of Hockey Day Minnesota on Saturday. The contest will take place at Polar Lakes Park in White Bear Lake. In other hockey action, the…

No Sophomore Slump for CSS Men’s Hockey in MIAC Conference

The Saints will take on Hamline in a home and home series this upcoming weekend.

DULUTH, Minn.- What a difference a year can make. The St. Scholastica men’s hockey team can attest to that. In year two of being in the MIAC conference, the Saints are 7-0-1 and sit at the top of the standings. CSS is coming off a big weekend sweep over the defending champs in the conference, St. Olaf and now they…

Esko’s Javontae Gregory to Play College Football at Winona State

The six foot running back and defensive back was a key part in helping the 11-1 Eskomos reach the state tournament this past season.

ESKO, Minn.- Just three days after his teammate Nolan Witt made his college commitment to UW-Stout, Esko’s Javontae Gregory has announced his next step in his football career. Gregory will suit up for the Warriors of Winona State, based out of the NSIC conference. The six foot running back and defensive back was a key part in helping the 11-1…

Minnesota Boundary Waters: US Moves To Protect Area From Planned Mine

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Biden administration moved Thursday to protect northeastern Minnesota’s pristine Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness from future mining, dealing a potentially fatal blow to a copper-nickel project. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland signed an order closing over 350 square miles (900 square kilometers) of the Superior National Forest, in the Rainy River Watershed around the town of Ely, to…

Gooseberry Falls Park in the Winter

Duluth, Minn. — It’s been a very snowy winter, and now the deep cold is moving in.  This could mean that Cabin Fever is at your doorstep and it’s time to begin to fight that feeling. Ted Kent, who was at Gooseberry Falls Park said, “So beautiful, especially when it’s snowing.” As he was talking you could hear the birds…

Northern Star: Hermantown Boys Hockey to Play in Hockey Day Minnesota

The Hawks will face off in a state tournament rematch Mahtomedi, Saturday for a 1 PM puck drop, in White Bear Lake. 

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hockey culture in Minnesota runs deep, after all it is the state of hockey, with the countries most elite high school and college programs around. So, what better way to celebrate the sport, than an entire weekend dedicated to it. The 16th annual Hockey Day Minnesota kicks off this weekend and one of the states best will take…

Shooting Woes Hurt CSS Men’s Hoops as St. John’s Grabs Road Victory

CSS (4-13) will look to bounce back Saturday at home against Macalester.

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica men’s basketball team suffered their 2nd straight loss on Wednesday, falling to Saint John’s 68 to 37. The Saints were led by Nick Carlson, who had 13 points in the contest. CSS (4-13) will look to bounce back Saturday at home against Macalester. Categories: College, Sports

#6 UMD Women’s Hockey to Host #3 Minnesota in Top Ten Tilt

Puck drop is set for 3 pm on Friday.

DULUTH, Minn.- Amsoil Arena will be the place to be this weekend for some big time hockey games. First up, the 6th ranked UMD women’s team welcomes in 3rd ranked Minnesota. It’s a series with serious playoff implications. Something will have to give as UMD has an unbeaten nine game streak while Minnesota boasts a 10 game winning streak. Head…

UMD Men’s Hockey Embracing Underdog Role Ahead of Series with #1 SCSU

It's the teams first meeting since they battled against one another in the first round of the NCHC playoffs last season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team will try to upset the top ranked team in the nation, the St. Cloud State Huskies this weekend. It’s the teams first meeting since they battled against one another in the first round of the NCHC playoffs last season. UMD would go on to advance to the frozen faceoff but all-time it’s been…

Hayward Wolfpack FC Now Known as Superior City FC After Move to Superior

The Wolfpack spent five seasons in Hayward.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Hayward Wolfpack football club is making quite a few changes before the 2023 season. Not only are they moving, but they also have a new name. The team will now call Superior home and will be named Superior City FC. However, the Wolfpack nickname will remain. Superior City FC will have both a men’s and women’s team…

Shuster & Giuliani Named Co-Owners for Duluth FC

The duo will take over for Tim Sas, who founded the team back in 2015.

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC has new co-owners and they are familiar faces to the area. Olympic gold medalist John Shuster and businessman Alex Giuliani, who’s been involved in higher business projects such as Pier B and Clyde Iron Works are now running the team. The duo will take over for Tim Sas, who founded the team back in 2015. The…

Esko RB/LB Nolan Witt Announces Commitment to UW-Stout

The bruising back had 750 yards on the ground this past season for the Eskomos.

ESKO, Minn.- Another local standout will call UW-Stout home in the fall. Esko running back and linebacker announced his commitment to the Blue Devils on Monday night. The bruising back had 750 yards on the ground this past season for the Eskomos. He could also play some defense too as he rallied up 45 tackles. Witt had a number of…

Hermantown’s Blake Schmitz to Play College Basketball at Bethel

In 12 games so far this season, Schmitz leads the Hawks in points, assists, steals, and blocks.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown forward Blake Schmitz won’t have to travel too far for his next team. Schmitz announced he’ll suit up for the Bethel Royals, out of the MIAC conference next year. In 12 games so far this season, Schmitz leads the Hawks in points, assists, steals, and blocks. He also ranks 2nd in rebounds for Hermantown. Schmitz and the…

Former Bulldog OC Noah Pauley Joins Iowa State Coaching Staff

The former Duluth Central star was a four year starter for UMD from 2007 to 2010, winning two national titles in the process.

AMES, Iowa.- A former UMD offensive coordinator continues to climb the coaching ranks. Duluth native Noah Pauley is joining the Iowa State coaching staff after spending the last four seasons at North Dakota State. Like with the Bison, Pauley will be coaching the wide receivers for the Cyclones. The former Duluth Central star was a four year starter for UMD…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

  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. 

  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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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…

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. 

  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.

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.

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.

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.

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…

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.

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

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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.

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…