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Rock Ridge Softball Falls Short in Section 7AAA Title Game

Rock Ridge finishes the season with a 18-6 overall record.

NORTH BRANCH, Minn.- The Rock Ridge softball team needed two wins on Thursday to advance to their first-ever state tournament. Unfortunately, the Wolverines ran into a tough Chisago Lakes squad, that handed Rock Ridge a 2-1 loss in the Section 7AAA title game. Rock Ridge finishes the season with a 18-6 overall record. Categories: High School, Sports

Drew Blair Rejoins UMD Men’s Basketball Team as Assistant Coach

Blair was a five-time NSIC all-conference honoree and finished with a total of 2,772 total points.

DULUTH, Minn.- The all-time scoring leader in program history is returning to the UMD men’s basketball team. No, Drew Blair is not playing but he will be on the coaching staff. Blair is the team’s new assistant coach after he spent last year with the Milwaukee Bucks as a player development/video coordinator assistant. Blair was a five-time NSIC all-conference honoree…

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 34 as Thunder Top Timberwolves 124-94 to Clinch Spot in NBA Finals

Julius Randle scored 24 points and Anthony Edwards added 19 for the Timberwolves, who shot just 41.2% from the field and committed 21 turnovers.

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-94 on Wednesday night to win the Western Conference finals series 4-1 and advance to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012. Chet Holmgren had 22 points, seven rebounds and three blocks and Jalen Williams added 19 points and eight…

Kemp & Rock Ridge Baseball Blank Duluth Denfeld in Section 7AAA Opener

The Wolverines were led by pitcher Will Kemp, who tossed seven shutout innings.

DULUTH, Minn.- Wednesday marked the beginning of the Section 7AAA baseball tournament. In the three versus six matchup, 6th seeded Rock Ridge was able to get the best of 3rd seeded Duluth Denfeld, 1-0. The Wolverines were led by pitcher Will Kemp, who tossed seven shutout innings. Rock Ridge will next face Hibbing in the quarterfinals on Thursday. First pitch…

Allison DeGroot Resigns as UW-Superior Head Women’s Soccer Coach

DeGroot spent the last eight years leading the Yellowjackets.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s soccer team is undergoing a coaching change. On Wednesday, Allison DeGroot resigned from her position to join the coaching staff at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. DeGroot spent the last eight years leading the Yellowjackets. During that reign, she posted a 90-59-13 record, which included four conference titles and four NCAA tournament berths. She also…

From Field to Market: ‘Brule River Farms’ Gears Up for Farmers Market Season

BRULE, Wis.– What started off as a personal hobby garden for Brule River Farms, has grown into an impressive 4-acre plot for growing just about anything you can think of. “We have asparagus, that’s kind of been a staple right now and soon to come. Oh, we’ve also had lettuces and then spinach, more lettuce, Bok choys, a lot of…

Duluth Marshall Baseball Begins Section 7AA Play with Two Straight Wins

The Hilltoppers started off the day by blanking Hinckley-Finlayson 14-0 in the opening round.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall baseball team began section tournament play on the right foot on Tuesday. The Hilltoppers started off the day by blanking Hinckley-Finlayson 14-0 in the opening round. Marshall then shifted their attention to Pequot Lakes in the quarterfinals, where once again the Hilltoppers came out on top, 12 to 4. Duluth Marshall will next face Aitkin…

Rock Ridge Softball Falls in Section 7AAA Semifinals, Earns Rematch with Chisago Lakes

Rock Ridge and Chisago Lakes will once again clash in the title game on Thursday

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Rock Ridge softball team’s title hopes took a bit of a hit on Tuesday, as the team fell to Chisago Lakes 3-0 in the 7AAA semifinals. The Wolverines then went on to face Hermantown in a elimination game, where they kept their season alive with a 5 to 4 victory. Rock Ridge and Chisago Lakes will once…

Wolfpack Boys & Girls Lacrosse Advance to Section 7A Quarterfinals

Both teams will next be in action on Thursday night.

DULUTH, Minn.- Both the Duluth Wolfpack boys and girls lacrosse teams extended their seasons on Tuesday night. The Wolfpack girls began the night with a first round victory over Hermantown/Proctor, 10 to 5. They’ll next meet Blaine in the quarterfinals on Thursday at 5 PM. Following that contest, the Wolfpack boys battled Duluth Marshall in another 7A first round contest….

Section Softball: Cherry & MLWR to Meet in 7A Title Game, Esko Earns Spot in 7AA Championship

Cherry, Moose Lake/Willow River, & Esko join Rock Ridge as local teams vying for a state spot.

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- The section championships for softball are now set in both Section 7A & Section 7AA. Moose Lake/Willow River started off Tuesday with a 12-0 shutout victory over Cherry in the 7A semifinals to earn a spot in the title game. Cherry then battled back in the elimination bracket, defeating Silver Bay 3 to 2 to set up…

UMD Football to Open Season at TCO Stadium Against Winona State

The contest will be the first-ever NCAA game at the Vikings training facility.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD football released their schedule for the upcoming season on Tuesday afternoon. It all starts on August 28th, when the Bulldogs will take on Winona State at TCO stadium in Eagan. The contest will be the first-ever NCAA game at the Vikings training facility. A little over two weeks later will be UMD’s home opener as they’ll face…

Thunder Bounce Back to Beat T-Wolves 128-126 to Take 3-1 Lead Behind SGA’s 40-Point Game

The young Thunder moved within one win of the NBA Finals with a championship response.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Being blown out the game before didn’t sit well with Oklahoma City. The young Thunder moved within one win of the NBA Finals with a championship response. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 40 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists in a steely performance befitting the NBA MVP and the Oklahoma City Thunder snapped back from a 42-point loss by beating the Minnesota Timberwolves…

Liz Schepers’ OT Goal Gives Frost their Second Straight PWHL Walter Cup with 2-1 Win Over Charge

The Walter Cup is staying in Minnesota.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Walter Cup is staying in Minnesota and the defending champion Frost once again have Liz Schepers to credit for scoring the championship-clinching goal for a second straight year. Schepers converted a scramble in front to score 12 minutes into overtime and seal a 2-1 victory over the Ottawa Charge to clinch the title in Game 4…

Former UMD Goalie Kim Martin-Hasson Named to IIHF Hall of Fame

Martin-Hasson Skated for the Bulldogs from 2006-2011 and was a part of the 2008 team that won a national championship. 

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the weekend, former UMD goaltender Kim Martin-Hasson was inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame, Class of 2025. Martin-Hasson skated for the Bulldogs from 2006-2011 and was a part of the 2008 team that won a national championship. In the NCAA championship game, Martin-Hasson posted a shut-out game against the Wisconsin Badgers. The former Bulldog also led…

More Progress on Jenkins Creek Fire; Superior National Forest Ordered to Close

BRIMSON, Minn. — Over the weekend, firefighters battling the Jenkins Creek Fire were able to grow containment lines. The fire is now 78% contained. Brimson Complex Fire Lines as of May 26, 2025 The Eastern Area Incident Management Team saying fire activity is minimal on the Jenkins Creek Fire. Fire crews are continuing to patrol and monitor the area while…

Duluth Huskies Ready to Get 2025 Season Underway on Memorial Day

First pitch for the Huskies road series against the Waterloo Bucks is on Monday, May 26th, at 2:35 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies are ready to open up the 2025 season on Memorial Day as the Huskies hit the road to take on the Waterloo Bucks. The Huskies finished the 2024 season with a 38-31 record The Duluth Huskies punched their ticket to the Northwoods League playoffs with a 38-31 recorded, where they fell in the first round…

Duluth Harbors Monsters Light up the Scoreboard in Preseason Game Against Bandits

The Harbor Monsters dominated in their preseason game against the Bandits, scoring 64 points.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Harbor Monsters opened up their second season in the Arena League with a preseason game against the Knoxville Bandits on Saturday. The Harbor Monsters dominated in their preseason game, defeating the Bandits 64 to 8. The regular season kicks off for the Harbor Monsters on Friday, May 30th, against the Iowa Woo. Game time is…

Duluth Marshall Guard Chloe Johnson Named Finalist for Team USA 16U Roster

Johnson is one of the 22 finalists selected by the USA Basketball Women's Developmental National Team Committee.

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.- Over the weekend, Duluth Marshall guard Chloe Johnson was named a finalist for the Team USA U16 roster. Johnson is one of the 22 finalists selected by the USA Basketball Women’s Developmental National Team Committee. Unfortunately, the Hilltopper guard did not make the 12-player roster that will compete in the 2025 FIBA U16 Women’s AmeriCup. Categories: High…

Anthony Edwards and the Wolves Strike Back with 143-101 Win to Cut Thunder’s West finals Lead to 2-1

Game 4 is in Minneapolis on Monday night.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards was determined to keep Minnesota’s spirits up, from the flight home after a frustrating trip to Oklahoma City into a crucial game in these Western Conference finals. Positive energy is never hard for him to find. Edwards had 30 points, nine rebounds and six assists in just three quarters for the Timberwolves in a 143-101…

Knoll Scores in 3rd OT, Rooney Stops 35 and the Frost Beat the Charge for a 2-1 Series Lead

It was the first triple-overtime game in PWHL Finals history.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Katy Knoll scored a goal in the third overtime and Maddie Rooney finished with 35 saves to help the Minnesota Frost beat the Ottawa Charge 2-1 on Saturday night and take a 2-1 lead in the third straight overtime game of the PWHL championship series. The defending Walter Cup champions can clinch the best-of-five series…

Proctor Baseball Closes Out Regular Season With Shutout Win

The Rails end the regular season with a 12-7 record. 

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor baseball team closed the regular season at home, as the Rails hosted Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin on Friday. The Rails defend their home field, defeating the Titans 3 to 0. The Rails end the regular season with a 12-7 record. Proctor awaits their postseason seeding, as the section 7AA tournament begins on Tuesday, May 27th. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy,…

Former Proctor Rails Goalie AJ Reyelts Set to Skate With The Penticton Vees

Reyelts last season between the pipes for the Rails was in the 2023-24 season.

PENTICTON, Canada. – Former Proctor Rails Goalie AJ Reyelts is set to skate with the Penticton Vees. Reyelts last season between the pipes for the Rails was in the 2023-24 season. In his last season with the Rails, Reyelts recorded a save percentage of .942 percent and tallied three shutouts for the team. The Vees season came to a close…

Prep Girls Lacrosse: The Wolfpack Tops Duluth Marshall in Regular Season Finale

The Wolfpack end the regular season with a 7 to 5 win over the Hilltoppers.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth girls lacrosse team welcomed in Duluth Marshall in their regular season finale on Friday night. The Wolfpack end the regular season with a 7 to 5 win over the Hilltoppers. Duluth’s next game is on Tuesday, May 27th, against the Hermantown/Proctor Stealth in the first round of the section 7A playoffs. Game time is at 5…

UWS Named Hilda Nuutinen as First Head Coach of Women’s Lacrosse Team

The Yellowjackets debut season for the women's lacrosse team is in the 2026-27 academic year.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS women’s lacrosse team has found the program’s first head coach. The team announced on Thursday that Hilda Nuutinen will lead the Yellowjackets in their first season. Before UWS, Nuutinen was the co-head coach for Hudson high school. The Yellowjackets debut season for the women’s lacrosse team is in the 2026-27 academic year. The Yellowjackets will play in…

Edwards Scores 32, but Thunder Beat Timberwolves 118-103, go up 2-0 in Western Conference Finals

The Timberwolves shot 41.4% from the field and made just 11 of 39 3-pointers.

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Anthony Edwards vowed to be more aggressive. The Minnesota Timberwolves’ All-Star guard was held to 18 points on 13 shots in a blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. He took twice as many shots in Game 2, but the result was similar. Despite his 32 points, the Thunder beat the…

Curl-Salemme Scores Twice in Frost’s 2-1 OT Win Over Charge in Game 2 of PWHL Championship Series

Rooney stopped 37 shots. Philips made 22 saves.

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Britta Curl-Salemme tied it with 16 seconds left and scored at 16:24 of overtime to give the defending champion Minnesota Frost a 2-1 victory over the Ottawa Charge on Thursday night, evening the PWHL championship series at a game apiece. Ottawa opened the best-of-five series with a 2-1 overtime victory Tuesday night. Game 3 is Saturday…

Prep Softball: Rock Ridge & Chisago Lakes Set to Faceoff in Section 7AAA Semifinal Round

The section 7AAA softball quarterfinal round took place at Braun Park on Thursday. 

CLOQUET, Minn.- The section 7AAA softball quarterfinal round took place at Braun Park on Thursday. The second seed Cloquet Lumberjacks squared off against the third seed Rock Ridge Wolverines. The Wolverines dominated at the plate, defeating the Lumberjacks 6 to 3 to secure a spot in the semifinal round. On the other side of the bracket, the Hermantown Hawks and…

Prep Softball: Rush City Sends Esko to Elimination Bracket in Section 7AA Quarterfinal Round

The Tigers earn the shutout win 10 to 0 over Esko to advance to the semifinal round.

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko softball team welcomed in Rush City in the section 7AA quarterfinal round. The Tigers earn the shutout win 10 to 0 over Esko to advance to the semifinal round. Rush City will face Aitkin in the semifinal round on Tuesday, May 27th at Braun Park. First pitch is at 3 p.m. For Esko, they will face…

Duluth Wolfpack Girls Lacrosse Bounces Back with Road Win Over Stealth

The Wolfpack picked up the road win 7 to 6 over the Stealth, to improve to 8-4. 

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown/Proctor girls lacrosse team hosted the Duluth Wolfpack on Thursday night. The Stealth and the Wolfpack battled back and forth in the first half, ending the half tied 4 to 4. The Wolfpack picked up the road win 7 to 6 over the Stealth, to improve to 8-4. Duluth’s next game is on Friday, May 23rd, against…

Bass Pro Shops Hold Grand Opening for Hermantown Location

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Lines stretching out the parking lot, for the grand opening of Bass Pro Shops newest location. Bass Pro Shops opened the doors of its newest location in Hermantown on Wednesday, with a line of customers that stretched out the parking lot. Once inside, crowds were greeted by live country music, cabin-like walls lined with local artwork, and…

Hermantown Softball Claims Last Spot in Section 7AAA Quarterfinals

Hermantown will next face top-seeded Chisago Lakes in the quarterfinals.

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown softball team is moving on to the next round in the Section 7AAA tournament. On Wednesday, the Hawks shutout the Thunderhawks of Grand Rapids, 15-0 in the first round. Hermantown will next face top-seeded Chisago Lakes in the quarterfinals. First pitch is at 10 AM on Thursday at Braun Park in Cloquet. Categories: High School, Sports

Nicole Schmitt Becomes First All-American Bulldog Since 2018 Season

Schmitt is the 8th player in program history to earn the title of All-American.

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD infielder Nicole Schmitt has added perhaps the highest accolade in collegiate sports. Schmitt was named an NFCA All-American First team member Wednesday evening. She’s the first Bulldog to achieve All-American status since a trio did it back in the 2018 season. Schmitt is also the 8th player in program history to earn the title of All-American. Categories:…

Northern Star: Duluth Harbor Monsters

The Harbor Monsters host the Knoxville Bandits on Saturday.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters are coming off a spectacular first season in the arena league. Reaching the top of the mountain as they won the ArenaMania championship last season, defeating the Iowa Woo 46-to-44. The Harbor Monster return key pieces from their championship roster. Including quarterback Hassan Brockman, who is ready to hit the ground running in year…

UMD Women’s Hockey Releases Schedule for Upcoming Season

UMD is entering it's 27th season and 2nd under head coach Laura Schuler.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team released their schedule for this upcoming season. It all begins on September 20th when they visit Mercyhurst for a two-game series. Nearly a month later will be their home opener as they host MSU-Mankato on October 17th. For a full look at the schedule, click here. UMD is entering it’s 27th season and…

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder Beat the Rested Timberwolves 114-88 in Game 1 of West Finals

Game 2 is Thursday in Oklahoma City.

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 20 of his 31 points in the second half, and the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 114-88 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. Gilgeous-Alexander made 8 of 14 field goals in the second half after a rough start. “I didn’t particularly change my mindset, honestly,”…

Jenkins Creek Fire declared to be “Human Caused”

DULUTH, Minn. – The Eastern Area Incident Management Team on Wednesday (5/21/2025) morning declared the Jenkins Creek Fire was “Human Caused”. Up until Wednesday the Jenkins Creek Fire cause was officially declared to be “Under Investigation”. In an update the Eastern Area Incident Management Team expanded on the cause of the fire by writing, “While the initial investigation into the…

Emily Clark’s OT Goal Lifts Charge Over Frost 2-1 in Finals Series Opener

The Frost have never won Game 1 of a playoff series in four attempts.

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Emily Clark scored at 2:47 of overtime on Tuesday night to lead the Ottawa Charge to a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Frost. With the win, the Charge take a 1-0 lead in the Professional Women’s Hockey League best-of-five championship series for the Walter Cup. Game 2 in the series is Thursday in Ottawa. Ottawa is…

Section 7AAA Softball: Cloquet Tops North Branch in High-Scoring Affair, Denfeld Falls in 1st Round

Cloquet advances to the quarterfinals on Thursday and will face Rock Ridge.

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet softball team opened up postseason play on Tuesday, facing the defending Section 7AAA champions, North Branch. The Lumberjacks came back from multiple deficits to eventually take down the Vikings, 16 to 13. Cloquet advances to the quarterfinals on Thursday and will face Rock Ridge. First pitch is at 10 AM. In other 7AAA first round action,…

Section 7AA Softball: Esko Sends I-Falls to Elimination Bracket with 2nd Round Victory

Esko now heads to the quarterfinal round and will next be in action on Thursday at noon.

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko softball team started out section play on a high note, defeating International Falls 12 to 2. Esko now heads to the quarterfinal round and will next be in action on Thursday at noon. International Falls will try to extend their season in the elimination bracket on Thursday at 2 PM. Matchups are still to be determined…

NFL Owners Approve Player Participation in Olympic Flag Football

No more than one player per NFL club would be permitted.

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — NFL owners unanimously approved allowing players to participate in flag football for the 2028 Olympics. The vote at the spring meetings Tuesday authorized the league to negotiate safety provisions and scheduling logistics with the NFL Players Association and relevant international and national team governing bodies before it becomes reality during the Summer Games in Los Angeles. No more…

Containment Continues Around Camp House Fire; Jenkins Creek Fire Stalls

  ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. — In the last day containment around the Camp House fire grew from 40% to 59%. There are now four containment lines targeting the fire from all sides protecting the area south of Bassett, area north of Brimson, and areas to the east of Hornby and Breda. These lines were strengthened in preparation of Tuesday’s…

Bass Pro Shops To Host Grand Opening Of Hermantown Location Wed.

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Bass Pro Shops is gearing for their big opening ceremony this week. This location will be Minnesota’s 5th Bass Pro Shops in the state. To ensure quality help for shoppers, the sale associates got the chance to pick the department they know the most about to help connect with guests. The new 70,000-square-foot retail space is looking…

Superior Softball Tops Northwestern in “Battle for the Bong Center”

It was the Spartans night as they defeated the Tigers 10 to 2, improving to 15-5 on the season. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior softball team hosted Northwestern in the “Battle for the Bong Center” on Monday night. It was the Spartans night as they defeated the Tigers 10 to 2, improving to 15-5 on the season. The Spartans close out the regular season on the road against Hudson on Thursday, May 22nd. First pitch is at 5 p.m. For…

Proctor Baseball Snaps Two-Game Skid with Home Win Over Hermantown

The Rails snap a two-game skid with a 9 to 5 win over the Hawks. 

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor baseball team hosted their rival Hermantown on Monday afternoon. The Rails snap a two-game skid with a 9 to 5 win over the Hawks. The next game for the Rails is on Thursday, May 22nd, against Rock Ridge. Game time is at 4:30 p.m. For Hermantown, their next game is on Tuesday, May 2oth, against the…

Superior Girls Soccer Earns Shutout Victory Against Hayward

The Spartans extend their win streak to seven.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team hosted Hayward on Monday night. The Spartans earn the shutout win against the Hurricanes 4-0 to extend their win streak to seven. Superior is back in action on Tuesday, May 20th, against New Richmond. Game time is at 7 p.m. For Hayward, they’re back at home on Thursday, May 22nd, against Altoona/Fall Creek….

Grand Rapids/Greenway Girls Lacrosse Hands Wolfpack First Conference Loss

Grand Rapids/Greenway improves to 8-4 and will next host Moorhead on Tuesday.

DULUTH, Minn.- In a battle of seven-win teams, Grand Rapids/Greenway was able to knock off Duluth on Monday, 5 to 2. The Lightning are the first Lake Superior conference team to take down the Wolfpack this season. Grand Rapids/Greenway improves to 8-4 and will next host Moorhead on Tuesday. As for Duluth (7-4), they’ll try to bounce back at Hermantown/Proctor…

Duluth FC Co-Owner John Shuster Takes Over as Team’s GM

Shuster fills the void of Charlie Forsyth, who resigned in December after previously spending ten seasons with the team.

DULUTH, Minn.- In his 3rd full season with the team, Duluth FC co-owner John Shuster is adding another responsibility to his plate. Last week, the BlueGreens announced at their Media Day that Shuster is now the team’s general manager. He fills the void of Charlie Forsyth, who resigned in December after previously spending ten seasons with the team. Shuster admitted…

UMD Women’s Hockey Announces Captains for 2025-2026 Season

Graduate forward Mary Kate O'Brien will don the "C" patch next season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team announced their captains for the upcoming season. Graduate forward Mary Kate O’Brien will don the “C” patch next season. And her teammates Tova Henderson and Grace Sadura will serve as alternate captains for the squad. O’Brien is coming off her most productive season, posting seven goals and 18 assists. As for Henderson, she…

CSS Hammer Thrower Ella Stritesky Qualifies for NCAA Outdoor Championships

Stritesky recently finished as the runner-up in the hammer throw in the MIAC championships.

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica hammer thrower Ella Stritesky will get the chance to compete for a national title later this week. Stritesky qualified for the NCAA D3 Outdoor Track and Field Championships after tallying a throw of 52.45 meters. She recently finished as the runner-up in the hammer throw in the MIAC championships. The nationals begin on May 22nd and…