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College, Sports

Minnesota-North Itasca Softball Nabs No. 8 Seed in NJCAA National Tournament

The No.8 Vikings are set to face the No. 1 seeded Wildcats of North Dakota State School of Science.
Cam Derr,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- For the first time in five years and tenth in school history, the Minnesota-North Itasca softball team is one of eight teams left to compete for an NJCAA National Championship. The Vikings punched their ticket last weekend, defeating Central Lakes College twice to be crowned region 13b champs. As of Sunday, Minnesota-North Itasca’s opponent has been revealed….

Grant
Business, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News, Sports

Vikings Icon Bud Grant Remembered At U.S. Bank Stadium

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (FOX 9) – Bud Grant may be the most recognizable figure in all of Minnesota sports, and over the course of his life the 95-year-old made the most of that aura. More than just the winningest coach in Minnesota Vikings history, Grant shined as an athlete across three sports for the Golden Gophers. Then he went on to compete for…

Superior Sb
High School, Sports

Superior Softball Completes Perfect 22-0 Regular Season

Next up, the Spartans will await seeding for Regionals heading into the State Tournament. 
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior softball team capped off a perfect 22-0 regular season on Saturday with an 8-5 victory over Chippewa Falls. The Spartans battled back from a 3-0 deficit early in the game, but tallied a four run third and never looked back. Next up, the Spartans will await seeding for Regionals heading into the State Tournament. Categories: High…

Duluth Fc
Sports

Duluth FC Opens Home Slate with a Victory

Stefan Roeb, Dylan Zavatini and Kostyantyn Domaratskyy scored for the Bluegreens.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC kicked off their home schedule, Saturday evening with a 3-1 victory over the Sioux Falls Thunder. Stefan Roeb netted the first goal to tie things up at the 21 minute mark in the first half. tacked on two more in the final 45 minutes. Next up, the Bluegreens are set to face off with the La…

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Proctor Walks it Off in Extras, Esko Wins Regular Season Finale

Sami Shelton knocked the game winning fielder's choice, but also accounted for six RBIs for the Rails. 
Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor softball team improved to 16-4 on Friday afternoon at home, walking it off against Rush City in extra innings to win 7-6. Sami Shelton knocked the game winning fielder’s choice, but also accounted for six RBIs for the Rails. Next up, Proctor will head into section playoffs set to begin May 23. Brackets have not yet…

Coaches Corner
Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Coaches Corner: Brett Olson

Olson's camp is set to begin on July 31st at Wessman Arena in Superior.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- For this weeks’ Coaches Corner we caught up with Head Instructor/Owner of the Twin Ports Pro Development Camp, Brett Olson. The camp is set to begin on July 31st at Wessman Arena in Superior. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Play Of The Week
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 5/19

This weeks' top play comes from the Proctor softball duo of Sydney Adamski and Sophie Parendo.
Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- This weeks’ top play comes from the Proctor softball duo of Sydney Adamski and Sophie Parendo. Coming in 2nd was South Ridge baseball player Austin Josephson. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Ojile
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Ojile Talks 1st Week with Vikings & Learning From C.J. Ham

The Vikings and Ojile will begin team organized activities on May 22nd.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- On Monday, former UMD Tight End Zach Ojile received the phone call that any football player dreams about. The call to the NFL, as he officially signed with the Minnesota Vikings. Ojile was one of two players to be added to the 90 man roster after last weekend’s Vikings rookie camp. He’ll also be making a slight position…

Uws Softball
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

UWS Softball Sees Season End in NCAA Tournament Regionals

UW-Superior finishes the year with an overall record of 31-13.
Neil Vierzba,

OSHKOSH, Wis.- The UW-Superior softball team were unable to hold off Luther on Friday, as the Norse eliminated the Yellowjackets from the NCAA Tournament, 8 to 2. UWS would tie the game at two in the bottom of 5th after a sacrifice fly by Mykenzie Leccia. After that though, it was all Luther as they put up six unanswered runs….

Fox Along
Fox Along the North Shore, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Fox Along the North Shore: Get to Know Your Camera While Getting to Know Nature

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn. — In this week’s Fox Along the North Shore: Waterfalls and More, we take another look through the cameras lens with photographer Joe Polecheck on what makes the biggest impact on your waterfall pictures. He and Ken Slama also discuss other important things to keep in mind when heading out the door. Categories: Fox Along the North Shore,…

Mn North Itasca
College, Sports

Empire State Bound: MN North-Itasca Softball Ready for 1st National Tourney in 5 Years

The Vikings will find out their opponent on Sunday when the bracket is revealed.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- The Minnesota North-Itasca softball team is gearing up for their first NJCAA Division III softball World Series appearance since 2018. The Vikings made that possible over the weekend when they defeated Central Lakes College twice to claim the Region 13B NJCAA championship. It’s the 10th time in school history that Itasca has made it to the national…

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College, Sports

UW-Superior Softball Falls to Concordia-Wisconsin in 1st Game of NCAA Tourney

UWS now will face Luther in a elimination game on Friday. First pitch is at 2:30 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

OSHKOSH, Wis.- The UW-Superior softball team suffered a loss to Concordia-Wisconsin on Thursday in the opening round of the NCAA DIII Tournament. The 14th ranked Falcons would put up eight runs to shut out the Yellowjackets. UWS now will face Luther in a elimination game on Friday. First pitch is at 2:30 PM. Categories: College, Sports

Wilderness
Sports

With Semifinals on Horizon, Minnesota Wilderness Eye First Robertson Cup Title Since 2015

Minnesota and Oklahoma will meet for the first time this season on Friday at 4:30 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness are inching closer to their first Robertson Cup title since 2015. They head to Blaine this weekend to begin a best of three game series against the Oklahoma Warriors in the semifinals. Minnesota hasn’t seen Oklahoma at all this season. The Warriors play out of the South Division and they posted the best regular season…

Superior City Fc
Sports

Superior City FC Men Start Season with Six Straight Wins

Superior City FC will next play at Austin Villa FC on Saturday at 7 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men improved to 6-0 on the year on Wednesday, defeating Minneapolis FC 6 to 1. Arseno Hamilton, Siji Gonzalez, Mally Lumsden, David Lopez Perez, Mark Fehringer, and Matti Sysimaki would all score in the contest. Superior City FC will next play at Austin Villa FC on Saturday at 7 PM. Categories: Sports

D Marshall Baseball
High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Duluth Marshall Holds Off Hermantown for 10th Win of Year

Duluth Marshall (10-3) will next host Blake on Saturday at 4 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall baseball team would start out strong against Hermantown on Wednesday, ultimately holding on for the 10 to 8 victory. The Hilltoppers would put up five runs in their first two innings to start off the game. Duluth Marshall (10-3) will next host Blake on Saturday at 4 PM. Meanwhile, Hermantown (10-2) will play at Chisago…

Wolfpack Glax
High School, Sports

Girls Lacrosse: Wolfpack Reach .500 Mark with Road Win at Duluth Marshall

Duluth (5-5) will next host Owatonna on Friday at 6:30 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall girls lacrosse team would have their first-ever home game on Tuesday. In the end though, it went the road team’s way as the Duluth Wolfpack grabbed the 14 to 4 victory. Duluth (5-5) will next host Owatonna on Friday at 6:30 PM. Meanwhile, Duluth Marshall will look for their first win Friday at Champlin Park….

Twin Ports Pro Development Camp
Sports

Registration Open for Twin Ports Pro Development Camp

Registration goes until all the spots are claimed. The camp will start on July 31st.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- It’s getting to that time of the year where you can start thinking about the Twin Ports Pro Development Camp. Head Instructor and Superior native Brett Olson once again returns this summer for the 8th annual camp. He’ll be joined by fellow pros as well as former UMD goalie Ben Patt and current Bulldog defenseman Aaron Pionk. There…

South Ridge Baseball
High School, Sports

South Ridge Baseball Edges Cloquet for 10th Straight Victory

The Panthers (11-2) will next be in action on Thursday when they host McGregor.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The South Ridge baseball team and Cloquet would go back and forth on Tuesday. Ultimately, the Panthers would pick up their 10th win, 6 to 3. The Panthers (11-2) will next be in action on Thursday when they host McGregor. Meanwhile, Cloquet will play at Esko on May 23rd. Categories: High School, Sports

Nwl Softball
College, Northwoods League

Northwoods League Softball Set to Launch in Summer of 2024

The new league will be the first for-profit summer collegiate women's league.
Neil Vierzba,

ROCHESTER, Minn.- Big news from the Northwoods League on Tuesday. Starting in the summer of 2024, they will launch a new women’s collegiate softball league. The new league will be comprised of teams from across the Northwoods League’s footprint. Team names and locations will be announced at a future date. All teams will play from June and end at the…

Rafting
Business, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

Whitewater Rafting Businesses Starting Their Summer Seasons

Emma Propp,

CARLTON/SCANLON, Minn. — Now that flooding has settled, and river levels have lowered whitewater rafting companies are ready to go for the seasons. Swiftwater Adventures in Carlton started their season beginning of May. The owner says conditions have been on the higher end of flows but are still safe for those wanting to get out on the water. And anybody…

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High School, Sports

Proctor Softball Knocks Off Esko to Extend Win Streak to 8 Games

The Rails (15-2) will next be in action on Tuesday in Cloquet.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Proctor softball team added another game to their win column on Monday, defeating Esko 12 to 4. The Rails (15-2) will next be in action on Tuesday in Cloquet. Meanwhile, Esko (8-8) will be back at home Tuesday to play Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin. Categories: High School, Sports

Nelson
College, High School, Sports

Northwestern’s Jase Nelson to Play College Hoops at Minnesota Morris

Just this past season, Nelson averaged 17 points and eight rebounds per game.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Northwestern senior guard Jase Nelson is making the jump to the college ranks. On Monday, he announced his commitment to Minnesota Morris. Just this past season, Nelson averaged 17 points and eight rebounds per game. His play helped him land on the 1st team All Heart O’North for the 2nd straight season. He also set the single game…

Ojile
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

After Successful Rookie Camp, UMD’s Zach Ojile Signs with Minnesota Vikings

The next opportunty for Ojile comes in team organized activities starting on May 22nd.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- He said he was simply just excited to get the opportunity to compete at Vikings Rookie Camp. Now, former UMD tight end Zach Ojile is officially a member of the team. Ojile signed a contract with the Vikings on Monday evening. It was confirmed by the UMD Football Twitter page. Sporting number 31 this past weekend, Ojile would…

Uws Sb
College, Sports

UW-Superior Softball to Meet Concordia-Wisconsin in 1st Round of NCAA Tourney

Superior is making their 5th appearance in program history and their 2nd in the last three years.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior softball team had their backs against the wall on Saturday at the UMAC tournament. What ensued after their 1st loss at the tournament was three straight wins and a UMAC title. The Yellowjackets learned where they will be heading and who they will play in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Monday afternoon. It’ll…

Sods
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Emma Soderberg Named Finalist for IIHF Player of the Year Award

Soderberg is one of seven finalists up for the award.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD goaltender Emma Soderberg is starting to get recognized on the national stage. On Monday, she was named as one of the seven finalists for the IIHF Player of the Year award. Soderberg is coming off a successful campaign in the World Championship. In Sweden’s quarterfinal matchup against Canada, she would stop 51 of the 54 shots she…

Wilderness
Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Win Midwest Division, Secure Spot in Robertson Cup Semifinals

Game one is Friday at 4:30 pm.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness extended their season on Saturday night, locking up the Midwest Division with a 5 to 3 win over the Wisconsin Windigo. Now it’s on to Blaine as the Wilderness are one of four teams left competing in the Robertson Cup Playoffs. The Wilderness will match up with the Oklahoma Warriors. Oklahoma clinched the South Division…

Wilderness
Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Wilderness Take 2-1 Series Lead Over Wisconsin Windigo

Game four is Saturday in Cloquet. Puck drop is set for 7:15 pm.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness picked up a crucial game three win on Friday, defeating the Wisconsin Windigo 5 to 1. Isak Posch would stop 29 out of the 30 shots he saw to lead Minnesota defensively. Game four is Saturday in Cloquet. Puck drop is set for 7:15 pm. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Umd Captain
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Names McMahon Captain, Jobst-Smith & Van Wieren Alternate Captains

McMahon set a career mark last year, posting 10 goals and 19 assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team named their captains for the upcoming season. Repping the “C” patch will be 5th year senior Mannon McMahon. McMahon set a career mark last year, posting 10 goals and 19 assists. Joining her as the alternate captains will be seniors Nina Jobst-Smith and Clara Van Wieren. It was also a year to remember…

Umdsoftball
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Softball Sees Season Come to End in NCAA Central Regions

The Bulldogs finish the year with an overall record of 40-13.
Neil Vierzba,

JOPLIN, Missouri- The UMD softball team was unable to hold off elimination on Friday at the NCAA Tournament, as they fell 4 to 3 to Rogers State. The Bulldogs were led by Elle Potts, who went two for three with one run batted in. UMD faced a bases-loaded jam in the bottom of the 7th and they were unable to…

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College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Carmickle & Ojile Take Part in Vikings Rookie Camp

Carmickle and Ojile are part of a group of 42 total players that are scheduled to compete throughout the weekend.
Neil Vierzba,

EAGAN, Minn.- UMD wide receiver Armani Carmickle and Tight End Zach Ojile took part in Day 1 of the Minnesota Vikings rookie camp on Friday. Carmickle would don the number 12 and Ojile would rep number 31 as the duo went through multiple drills. Carmickle is coming off a record breaking year as he became the 6th Bulldog in program…

Delgreco
High School, Sports

Former Thunderhawk Joey DelGreco Wins NAHL MVP & Rookie of the Year Awards

DelGreco finished third in the league for assists, points, and power-play assists.
Neil Vierzba,

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma.- Former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk Joey DelGreco grabbed plenty of hardware on Thursday. DelGreco was named NAHL MVP of the Year and NAHL Rookie of the Year. He was third in the league for assists, points, and power-play assists. He also led all rookies in assists and points. DelGreco’s team is getting it done on the ice too….

Natural Surface Trails To Be Closed Temporarily
Community, Environment, Great Outdoors, Mining, News - Latest News

Some Area Trails Slowly Opening

Trail users urged to be careful and avoid damaging wet trails.
Steve Goodspeed,

The Duluth Parks and Recreation Department said some of its trails will be opening on Saturday at noon. Thirteen of the local trails will be opening, but another eight remain closed. The Lake Superior Hiking Trail is also officially opening in some areas. A big concern is over muddy areas that could damage trails if used too soon. The department…

Fox Along The Falls
Community, Environment, Features, Fox Along the North Shore, Great Outdoors, Minnesota

Fox Along the North Shore; Waterfalls and More

Area photographer helps Meteorologist Ken Slama get started behind the lens.
Ken Slama,

This week for Fox Along the North Shore: Waterfalls and More, Fox21 Meteorologist Ken Slama was at the falls and river at Lester Park with photographer Joe Polecheck. They talked about tips and advice on how to photograph waterfalls. There are dozens of waterfalls to choose from. Starting in Duluth and heading all the way to the northeastern tip of…

Cole Christian
College, High School, Sports

Duluth East Forward Cole Christian to Play College Hockey at Air Force

The forward is coming off a monster season in which he tallied 69 points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth East standout Cole Christian has found his new team. Christian announced his commitment to the Air Force Academy on Thursday. The forward is coming off a monster season in which he tallied 69 points, 30 of which were goals and 39 were assists. In his four years at East he would accumulate 121 total points. Categories: College,…

Umdsoftball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Missouri Southern Walks-Off Against UMD Softball in NCAA Central Region Opener

UMD will next play Southern Arkansas in an elimination game on Friday. First pitch is at 5 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

JOPLIN, Missouri- The UMD softball team would battle with Missouri Southern until the very end on Thursday, ultimately falling to the Lions 3 to 2 in the NCAA Central Region opener. Kiana Bender would tie the game up at two in the 5th with a solo home run. The score would stay tied at two until the bottom of the…

Umd W Hockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Releases 2023-2024 Schedule, Stewart Enters Transfer Portal

The Bulldogs will open the year at home on October 6th against Long Island University.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team released their schedule on Wednesday. The Bulldogs will open the year at home on October 6th against Long Island University. Then the following weekend, they’ll welcome in Ohio State. Their matchup against the NCAA title runner ups will mark their first WCHA conference series. In the 34 games scheduled, 16 are against programs…

Haugen Pic
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: The Haugens

The Haugens and the Eskomos will look to extend an 11 game win streak, on the road this Friday against Roseau.
Cam Derr,

ESKO, Minn.- In baseball everything starts at home. and in the Haugen household two brothers and their father get to share their love of the game, all on the same Diamond. “Kind of have a built-in friend, I guess, as your brother. You come to the field together, go play catch together. If we’re at home we can say, ‘let’s…

Cloquet Softball
High School, Sports

Prep Softball: Cloquet Blanks Hermantown for 3rd Consecutive Win

The Lumberjacks (8-4) will next be in action on Thursday when they host Grand Rapids.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet softball team improved to 8-4 on the year on Wednesday, shutting out Hermantown 1-0. A Lilly Witte RBI fielder’s choice in the bottom of the 1st would be the difference maker in the contest. Allie Jones would have eight strikeouts and only allow 3 hits for Cloquet on the mound. The Lumberjacks (8-4) will next be…

Carmickle
College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Armani Carmickle Invited to Vikings Rookie Camp

Carmickle will be participating alongside teammate Zach Ojile this weekend at Vikings rookie camp.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Almost two weeks ago UMD offensive lineman Brent Laing and Tight End Zach Ojile earned opportunites at the next level in the NFL. Now, their teammate wide receiver Armani Carmickle will be joining them. Carmickle will be participating alongside Ojile this weekend at Vikings rookie camp. The wideout is coming off a season in which he landed on…