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Haugen Slam
High School, Sports

Prep Boys Basketball: Esko Gets the Best of Duluth Marshall

Both teams will compete through Wednesday when the tournament concludes, taking on Hinkley/Finlayson. 
Cam Derr,

ESKO, Minn.- The 42nd annual Coaches Classic Tournament tipped off, Monday evening with Duluth Marshall versus Esko. The Eskomos saw six players have a double figure night on their way to a 101-46 win over the Hilltoppers. Both teams will compete through Wednesday when the tournament concludes, taking on Hinkley/Finlayson. Categories: High School, Sports

Treecycling
Community, Environment, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News - Latest News

Christmas Tree Treecycling

WLSSD has many sites where you can drop off yours.
KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Some of us hang on to our real Christmas Tree until it becomes a fire hazard, but some of us can’t wait to get that tree out the door. If your tree is real–not artificial–you can recycle it at a number of WLSSD sites. The Yard Waste Compost Site will be open every day between now and…

Laing
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Brent Laing Accepts East-West Shrine Bowl Invite

The All-American becomes the third Bulldog to participate in the East-West Shrine Bowl, that will take place in Las Vegas on February 2. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Announced Friday morning, UMD Football standout Brent Laing accepted his invite to the East-West Shrine Bowl. The game not only allows Laing the opportunity to showcase his abilities in front of NFL scouts, but also helps raise money for Shriners Children, a non-profit that provides medical treatment for children with orthopedic conditions or are in need of corrective…

Gbor
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football’s Dayvia Gbor Nominated for Cliff Harris DPOY Award

The winner will be announced, next Friday December 30. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Announced on Monday, cornerback Dayvia Gbor has been nominated for the Cliff Harris Small College Defensive Player of the Year Award. An honor that recognizes the outstanding efforts of one defensive player amongst Division II, Division III and NAIA schools. Gbor tallied 22 total tackles, with 7 interceptions and 11 broken up passes in his senior campaign for…

Sup Gbb
High School, Sports

Superior Girls Basketball Extends Hot Streak with Win Over East

The Spartans have now won five straight games.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior girls basketball team tacked on another win, Thursday night, defeating Duluth East 79-51. The Spartans have now won five straight games. Superior will be back in action, Wednesday December 28 in the Marshfield Holiday Classic. While, Duluth East will look to bounce back, Tuesday December 27 at Coon Rapids. Categories: High School, Sports

East Bhky
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Hockey Picks Up 5th Victory Against Duluth Marshall

Grant Winkler and Thomas Gunderson each had two goals in the contest for the Greyhounds.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys hockey team improved to 5-5 on the year on Thursday, defeating Duluth Marshall 7-0. Grant Winkler and Thomas Gunderson each had two goals in the contest for the Greyhounds. Duluth East (5-5) will next host Blaine on December 30th. Categories: High School, Sports

Huskies Schedule
Northwoods League, Sports

Northwoods League Reveals Schedule, Huskies to Open Season in Bismarck

On June 2nd the Huskies will have their home opener against the Minot Hot Tots.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Wednesday, the Northwoods league released it’s schedule for all 24 teams. That includes the new expansion team, the Minot Hot Tots as well as the Thunder Bay Border Cats, who will return to play this year. The Duluth Huskies will begin their season on the road as they will head to Bismarck to face the Larks in…

Northern Star
High School, Sports

Northern Star: Chloe Johnson

Chloe is ranked first in the country for the class of 2028 by ASGR, an organization who's focus is on exposing the best girls basketball players in the U.S. to college recruitment opportunities, but despite that she knows there is still room for improvement. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Live, sleep and breath basketball. That’s what the Marshall Hilltoppers, leading scorer, 13-year old Chloe Johnson lives by. It’s because of that dedication, her talents have gained recognition on a national scale. Chloe, a seventh grader on the Marshall girls varsity basketball team is far beyond her years. She’s ranked first in the country for the class of…

Brodt
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Sydney Brodt Selected to ECHL All-Star Classic

The classic will take place January 16th in Norfolk, Virginia.
Neil Vierzba,

NORFOLK, Virginia.- A former Bulldog women’s hockey standout can now call herself an all-star. Minnesota Whitecaps forward Sydney Brodt was named to the ECHL All-Star Classic on Wednesday. Brodt is in her first season with the Whitecaps after claiming MVP honors with Linkoping in the Swedish Women’s Hockey League last year. In 10 games played, Brodt has 3 goals and…

Nygaard
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bulldogs to Name Hockey Press Box After Long Time Communications Director Bob Nygaard

A permanent plaque and signage will be installed outside the press box, located on the main concourse of AMSOIL Arena.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD will ring in the new year by doing something special for a long time communications director. Prior to the January 7th game against Bemidji State, UMD will name the hockey press box after Bob Nygaard with a special ceremony. Nygaard is one of the longest serving members in Bulldog athletic staff history. He oversaw all media and…

Gr Cec Hky
High School, Sports

Hermantown and Grand Rapids Pick Up Conference Road Wins

Hermantown's Wyatt Carlson posted a hat-trick.
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- A section championship rematch at the Heritage Center tonight, between Hermantown and Duluth Denfeld. Wyatt Carlson led the Hawks with a hat trick, on the way to a dominating 8-1 win. Both teams will be back in action Thursday. Hermantown will hit the road for a game against Orono, for a 7 PM puck drop. While, the…

Blair
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Drew Blair Named NSIC North Division Player of the Week

This is the 3rd time in his Bulldog career that Blair has been named the NSIC North Division Player of the Week.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD guard Drew Blair was named NSIC North Division Player of the Week on Tuesday. The redshirt senior had a career day against St. Cloud State on Sunday. 39 points on 13 of 20 shooting from the field. They’re must be something special against playing the Huskies because he previously put up 38 against SCSU just a month…

Justin Richards
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Justin Richards’ Contract Converted by Blue Jackets

Richards has one career game in the NHL. That being back in 2021 with the New York Rangers.
Neil Vierzba,

COLUMBUS, OH.- Former Bulldog Justin Richards will have a chance to be called up to the NHL this season. On Monday, the Columbus Blue Jackets converted Richards contract to a one year, two way deal. Richards has spent time with the Cleveland Monsters of the AHL this season. In 23 games played, he’s registered 17 points. Richards has one career…

Prep Bbb
High School, Sports

Duluth East Boys Knock Off Denfeld in Crosstown Matchup, Superior Handles Ashland on Home Court

Duluth East (3-0) will next host Grand Rapids on Tuesday.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth East boys basketball team will get bragging rights over crosstown rival Duluth Denfeld for another year. The Greyhounds would defeat the Hunters 88 to 46 on Monday. Duluth East (3-0) will next host Grand Rapids on Tuesday. In other boys basketball action, Superior would protect their home court against Ashland 86 to 39. The Spartans will…

Umd Bb Fi
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Basketball is Top Dog in Sweep over St. Cloud State

Both teams go into the holiday break undefeated in conference match-ups. 
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- Both UMD basketball squads hosted St. Cloud State, Sunday at home after rescheduling due to weather. The women’s team rallied late in the final frame, finishing with a nine point advantage, posting a 55-64. Brooke Olsen led the Bulldogs with 25 points. Meanwhile, the men’s team would earn the 84-80 overtime win. Drew Blair was stellar beyond…

Rep
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Esko Girls Earns Home Victory, Denfeld Boys Fall to Undefeated Princeton

Grand Rapids GBB Taryn Hamling and Jessica Lindstrom combined for 45 points. Two Harbors BBB's Trent Gomez tallied 31 points.
Cam Derr,

  ESKO, Minn.- The Esko girls basketball team hosted Two Harbors, Saturday in a Polar League-Big Conference match-up. The Eskomos started out cold but would heat up in the second half, rallying to a 70-47 win. Agates’ Karly Holm tallied 31 points, with eight three-pointers in the loss. Meanwhile, Denfeld fell 101-69 to the undefeated Princeton Tigers, Saturday on home…

Denfeld Bhky
High School, Sports

Duluth Denfeld Boys Hockey Cruises to Win Over Superior

Denfeld will be back in action, Tuesday hosting Hermantown for a 7 PM puck drop. While, Superior will look to bounce back, Tuesday hosting Rock Ridge.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior boys hockey team hosted the Denfeld Hunters, Saturday afternoon at Wessman Arena. The Hunters scored two in the first period and added another in the second, to earn the 3-1 conference victory. Denfeld will be back in action, Tuesday hosting Hermantown for a 7 PM puck drop. While, Superior will look to bounce back, Tuesday hosting…

Cec Girls Hockey
High School, Sports

C-E-C Girls Hockey Ties in Non-Conference Match-up

The Lumberjacks will be back in action on Tuesday, taking on the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage. Puck drop is set for 7 PM. 
Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton girls hockey team were pushed into overtime, Friday night with Sartell/Sauk Rapids. Reese Kuklinski, Emma Welch and Allie Jones each found the net in the second period to pull ahead. The Storm’n Sabres tied the game up in the third period. The clock would run out in overtime, ending in a 3-3 tie. The Lumberjacks will…

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

Top Play of the Week: 12/16

Leopold scored her 1,000th point in Superior's 70 to 34 win over Hibbing on Saturday.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week’s top play of the week belongs to Superior’s Savannah Leopold. Leopold scored her 1,000th point in Superior’s 70 to 34 win over Hibbing on Saturday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Cloquet Bbb
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Cloquet Boys Hoops Rolls Past Hibbing for 1st Win of Season

The Lumberjacks (1-3) will next host Duluth Denfeld on December 20th.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet boys basketball team picked up their first win of the season on Friday, defeating Hibbing 74 to 40. The Lumberjacks (1-3) will next host Duluth Denfeld on December 20th. Hibbing (0-2) will host Rock Ridge on December 27th. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Ph Wrestling
High School, Sports

Proctor/Hermantown Wrestling Built on Young Talent

The PH United wrestling team will take the mat this weekend, competing in the Jackhammer Invitational, beginning Saturday. 
Cam Derr,

  PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor/Hermantown wrestling team has two matches under their belts so far and for many on the team it was their first time on the mat in last weekend’s match with Superior. A good portion of the team has taken a recent interest in the sport, as late as their junior year. Head Coach Eric Mcphee says,…

Uws Mbb
College, Sports

UW-Eau Claire Men’s Basketball Bests UW-Superior

The Yellowjackets will be back in action, Saturday on the road against UW-Stout, tip off is set for 7 PM. 
Cam Derr,

  SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UWS men’s basketball team fell to non-conference opponent UW-Eau Claire, 81-62 Thursday night at home. The Yellowjackets played a tight first half, but the Blugolds rallied in the second half to earn the victory. UWS was led by Senior Josef Fahrenholtz with 18 points and 8 rebounds. The Yellowjackets will be back in action, Saturday on…

Kaufman
College, High School, Sports

Northwestern’s Tanner Kaufman to Suit Up for UW-River Falls Football Next Fall

In his final year for the Tigers, he would have 1,150 yards rushing on 125 attempts with 18 touchdowns on the ground.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Northwestern running back and linebacker Tanner Kaufman announced late Wednesday that he will be suiting up for the Falcons of UW-River Falls next fall. In his final year for the Tigers, he would have 1,150 yards rushing on 125 attempts with 18 touchdowns on the ground. Kaufman was also named to the WFCA All Region Team and the…

Zak Mcphee Still
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Zak McPhee

McPhee holds almost every category in Proctor/Hermantown wrestling history.
Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Zak McPhee, of the Proctor/Hermantown wrestling team, looks to build on an already historic career, having surpassed 150 career wins. Setting a new program record and having done so by his junior season. Wrestling is a family affair for the McPhee boys. Zak and his older brother Alex took to the sport in pre-school, after their father, a…

Denfeld Boys Bb
High School, Sports

Denfeld Boys Basketball Making Strides in Year 2 of New Regimen

The Hunters will next be in action on Thursday when they host Duluth East.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Just last season, the Duluth Denfeld boys basketball team had only three victories the whole season. Fast forward to this year, and the team has almost reached that mark in just four games of action. A defensive, scrappy bunch has the Hunters at 2-2 so far this season. Denfeld is compromised with a combination of youth and experience….

Perich
College, High School, Sports

Esko’s Mason Perich to Play College Football at MSU-Mankato

The wideout and corner battled a hip injury his senior year, which made him limited in action for the Eskomos.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Former Esko football standout Mason Perich announced his commitment to play football at Minnesota State-Mankato on Tuesday. The wideout and corner battled a hip injury his senior year, which made him limited in action for the Eskomos. Now, he’ll get a chance to get back to it when he suits up for the Mavericks next fall. Categories: College,…

Asher Zubich
College, High School, Sports

MIB’s Asher Zubich Announces Commitment to Play Football at St. Olaf

The Rangers and Zubich were a perfect 13-0 this past season.
Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- Coming off leading the Mountain Iron-Buhl football team to their first nine man state championship in 50 years, quarterback Asher Zubich announced his next move on Tuesday. Zubich has committed to St. Olaf, out of the MIAC conference. Just this past season, the man under center would toss 32 touchdown passes with 2,129 yards through the air….
Professional Sports, Sports

Esko’s Karson Kuhlman Claimed by NHL’s Winnipeg Jets

The Jets will be Kuhlman's 3rd NHL team, as he began his career with the Boston Bruins back in 2018.
Neil Vierzba,

WINNIPEG, Manitoba.- Esko native Karson Kuhlman has a new team. Today, the former Bulldog was claimed off waivers by the Winnipeg Jets. Kuhlman was most recently with the Seattle Kraken. In 14 games so far this season, the center and right wing has tallied 3 points with one being a goal and two being on assists. The Jets will be…

Chandler Css
College, High School, Sports

Grand Rapids’ Aiden Chandler Commits to Play Football at St. Scholastica

Just this past year, Chandler had 645 yards rushing with 9 touchdowns.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Grand Rapids running back and linebacker Aiden Chandler announced his next step in his football career on Monday. Chandler will make the short trek to Duluth to play for the College of Saint Scholastica next season. Just this past year, Chandler had 645 yards rushing with 9 touchdowns. And on the defensive side, he’d have 33 tackles,…

Andrews
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Austin Andrews Grabs Another NSIC Player of the Week Honor

The junior forward averaged 21 and a half points in UMD's contests against Minot State and U-Mary.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD men’s basketball forward Austin Andrews was awarded NSIC North Division Player of the Week for the second time this year. The junior forward averaged 21 and a half points in UMD’s contests against Minot State and U-Mary. In Friday’s game against the Beavers, Andrews was perfect from beyond the arc. Eight of eight shooting in a 20…

Umd Whky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Ashton Bell Named WCHA Defender of the Week, Bulldogs 8th in USCHO Poll

Bell and the Bulldogs return to action on January 7th at Wisconsin.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The latest USCHO poll came out on Monday morning. And after winning one and then tying one game with St. Thomas over the weekend. The UMD women’s hockey team is down a spot to number 8 in the country. The Bulldogs would outscore the Tommies 9 to 2 in those contests. A big reason for that, was senior…

Laing
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Brent Laing Earns 1st Team AFCA All-American Status

This is the 2nd time in his career that he has earned 1st team all-american status.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD fifth year offensive lineman Brent Laing earned 1st team AFCA all-american honors on Monday. The team captain would play and start in all 11 games, helping guide the Bulldogs to a top 15 finish in the nation for rushing yards. The team was also ranked first in the country for time of possession and Top 10 for…

Umd Mhky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Falls Short to No.1 Denver in Overtime for Second Straight Night

UMD will next host St. Thomas on home ice, Dec. 31 at 2 PM. 
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team went to overtime for the second straight night with the No.1 nationally ranked Denver University. The Bulldogs posted a goal in each period, however the Pioneers tacked on two in the third to force the extra frame. Denver landed the go-ahead goal in overtime to complete the sweep 4-3. UMD will next host…

Lsc Day
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Superior, Marshall, Grand Rapids and Proctor Pick Up Wins on Lake Superior Conference Day

Saturday was Lake Superior Conference Day for prep girls basketball, hosted by Superior high school. 
Cam Derr,

  SUPERIOR, Wis.- Saturday was Lake Superior Conference Day for prep girls basketball, hosted by Superior high school. The Spartans girls basketball team improved to 2-0 in conference play. Savannah Leopold led the scoring with 18 points, also picking up her 1000th career points in the second half. Marshall picked up the 82-55 win over Hermantown, topping the LSC with…
News, News - Latest News, Professional Sports, Sports, US & World News

US Soccer Journalist Grant Wahl Dies at World Cup

Career work includes reporting on some of the biggest stories in the sport and helping to grow its popularity
The Associated Press,

LUSAIL, Qatar (AP) – Grant Wahl, an American journalist who helped grow the popularity of soccer in the U.S. and reported on some of the biggest stories in the sport, dies while covering a World Cup match between Argentina and the Netherlands. He was 49. The organizing committee said Wahl received immediate emergency medical treatment on site, which continued as…

Den Prc Bball
High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Denfeld Handles Proctor

The Hunters will next host Duluth East, Thursday at 7 PM. While, the Rails welcome in Two Harbors, Tuesday with a 7:15 PM tip-off. 
Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Denfeld boys basketball team got a big win over Proctor, 79-33 Saturday afternoon on the road. The Hunters will next host Duluth East, Thursday at 7 PM. While, the Rails welcome in Two Harbors, Tuesday with a 7:15 PM tip-off. Categories: High School, Sports

Umd Whky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Settles for Tie in Double Overtime

The Bulldogs will take a short holiday break and will be back in action January 7, on the road against Wisconsin.  
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team was forced into double-overtime, Saturday at Amsoil Arena against St. Thomas. Mannon McMahon had the lone goal for the Bulldogs, coming in the second period. The Bulldogs will take a short holiday break and will be back in action January 7, on the road against Wisconsin. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota…

Cc Pearson
Coaches Corner, College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Coaches Corner: Mandy Pearson

For this week's segment we hear from head coach of the UMD women's basketball team, Mandy Pearson.
Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with head coach of the UMD women’s basketball team, Mandy Pearson. The Bulldogs are off to a 7-2 start heading into conference play. The women’s team looks to make another NCAA tournament appearance for the third consecutive year. Categories: Coaches Corner, College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Umd Whky
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Powers by St. Thomas

The Bulldogs will finish the series, Saturday at home. Puck drop is set for 3 PM. 
Cam Derr,

  DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team blew out WCHA opponent St. Thomas, Friday night at Amsoil Arena. Ashton Bell led the scoring with two goals on the night, six other Bulldogs each had goals in the 8-1 win. The Bulldogs will finish the series, Saturday at home. Puck drop is set for 3 PM. Categories: College, Sports, University…

Sup Bbb
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Basketball: Superior Boys Pick Up 1st Win Against Hibbing

Next up for Superior, they'll host Northwestern on Tuesday.
Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Third time was the charm for the Superior boys basketball team as they picked up their first win Friday against Hibbing 91 to 24. The Spartan defense proved to be the difference maker as they had 26 steals in the contest. Next up for Superior, they’ll host Northwestern on Tuesday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Top Play of the Week: 12/9

This week's top play comes from Jobe Juenemann from Duluth East boys basketball.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top play comes from Jobe Juenemann from Duluth East boys basketball. His dunk would cap off an 83 to 49 victory over Cloquet on Tuesday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Umd Mhky
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Two Power Play Goals Not Enough as #1 Denver Rallies Past UMD 3-2

Dominic James and Ben Steeves would each have a goal for the Bulldogs in the 1st period.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team would start off their contest strong against Denver on Friday, but they would ultimately fall 3 to 2. Dominic James and Ben Steeves would each have a goal for the Bulldogs in the 1st period. Denver would then score three unanswered to take the 3 to 2 victory. Both teams will meet again…