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Art Von Memorial Baseball Tournament to have Biggest Event Yet

The tournament is expecting 64 teams from near and far making it the largest tournament in the 28 years of running it

August 4, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Back in 1959, one Minnesota man brought Little League baseball to Duluth, sparking interest in the game ever since. Art Von, an army vet who survived Normandy in World War II receiving a Purple Heart for his service then returned to his home state of Minnesota, started a business and family, then moved to Duluth where he started…

13th Annual Badges, Ball and BBQ Event Held at Wade Stadium

The annual game is put on as an effort to raise money for the Northern Lights Foundation.

August 4, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The annual Badges, Ball and BBQ event that featured the Duluth and Superior police and fire departments facing off in a slow-pitch softball game. The annual game is put on as an effort to raise money for the Northern Lights Foundation, a local children’s charity dedicated to donating money to local families in need of support. “It’s fun…

Awesome! Deer Shares Kisses With Young Pup In Duluth

August 4, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — A deer got quite loveable with a neighborhood dog in Duluth recently. Video from Peter Duvall shows the unique interaction of the deer licking the nose of his recently adopted pup, Bean, from the Douglas County Humane Society. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Hayward Wolfpack’s Malcolm Lumsden Wins League MVP

Lumsden lead the WPASL with 24 goals and 2 assists in just 8 games.

August 3, 2022

Cam Derr,

HAYWARD, Wis. – The Wisconsin Primary Amateur Soccer League announced today that they have cancelled the Challenge Cup Tournament that was set to take place this weekend. The Wolfpack won’t have the chance to compete for a state title, however for the second year in a row a member of the team was crowned league MVP. Former Saint Malcolm Lumsden…

UMD’s Anna Klein Signs On with Minnesota Whitecaps

Klein ranked fifth in the NCAA with 1.31 points per game average, helping the Bulldogs to the Frozen Four Finals this past year.

August 3, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Whitecaps have signed former UMD forward Anna Klein to a one-year deal coming off a stellar five-year career with Bulldogs. Klein served as a captain during her final two seasons averaging more than 20 points per season in her career and just last season tallied 50 points in 40 regular season games. Klein ranked fifth in…

Rampage Travel Softball Back in the Northland

The Rampage is wrapping up tryouts Wednesday for their 12u, 14u and 16u teams.

August 3, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- After disbanding just over a year ago, a surge of demand on social media brought the Rampage travel softball team back together. With a lack of competitive softball in the Northland and many traveling hours to the cities for practice, co-founder Stewart Goldberg decided it was time to give the ball players in the area the opportunity to…

Huskies Rogers and Vastine Show Out in Major League Dreams Showcase

Rogers went 2-5 with a double and 3 RBI's and Vastine finished his day 3-5 with a double and 3 RBI's.

August 3, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Tuesday, six Duluth Huskies got to prove their abilities in the Northwoods Major League Dreams Showcase. Two of those Huskies have been making an impact on the diamond all season long. The Vandy boys JD Rogers and Jonathan Vastine showed up and showed out yesterday in front of MLB scouts and if they weren’t on their radar…

Hermantown’s Max Plante Verbally Commits to UMD

Plante made the announcement Tuesday on Twitter.

August 2, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Monday marked the first day that high school juniors could receive offers and make verbal commitments to play collegiate hockey. One of those verbal commits is Hermantown’s Max Plante, who announced on Twitter Tuesday. Along with a picture of a young Plante on the ice from 2011 celebrating the Bulldogs first ever National Championship. This announcement comes one…

Superior Football Brings the Energy to First Day of Practice

The Spartans kick off their season against Rice Lake on August 12.

August 2, 2022

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Tuesday was the Superior football team’s practice of the season after a couple years with a non-traditional preseason due to the pandemic, the Spartans are eager to be back out on the field and are ready to prove just why they shouldn’t be counted out. “Last year we couldn’t have any of it and it showed and…

Hayward Wolfpack Win Over Lobos FC Sends them to WI Challenge Cup

The win gives the Wolfpack a chance to compete for a state title.

August 1, 2022

Cam Derr,

HAYWARD, Minn.- The Hayward Wolfpack beat Lobos FC 2-1 on Sunday with both goals by Mally Lumsden and an assist by Finigan Huffington, sending the team straight to the Wisconsin Challenge Cup for a chance to compete for a state title. Those games will take place this upcoming weekend. Categories: Sports

Minnesota Wilderness Add Kyle Brodie to Coaching Staff

The Wilderness says Brodie's hiring is the first of what is expected to be two coaches added to the staff ahead of training camp beginning August 29.

August 1, 2022

Cam Derr,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Minnesota Wilderness announced Sunday the team has added former Bemidji State Beaver Kyle Brodie to the coaching staff. Brodie comes to the Wilderness after spending the last six seasons working with triple-A programs in Washington state. Brodie finished his career on the ice during the 2015-16 season when he skated in 51 games for the Columbus Cottonmouths…

UMD’s Assistant Coach Derek Plante Accepts Coaching Job with Chicago Blackhawks

UMD says the search for a replacement will begin immediately.

August 1, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Bulldogs assistant coach Derek Plante will join the NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks for this upcoming season. Plante, a graduate of UMD joined the coaching staff back in 2010 and then just ten months later helped coach the Bulldogs to their first ever National Championship, beating Michigan 3-2 in overtime. During his tenure UMD has qualified for five NCAA…

Duluth FC’s Jake Starling Nominated for NPSL Awards

If you'd like to vote for Starling click the link in the story.

August 1, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC’s captain and defender Jake Starling is nominated for the NPSL’s National XI and Golden Ball Awards, as the only member of the Bluegreens. With a total of 92 teams in the league, three defenders are selected from 12 nominees, and one player will be awarded the Golden Ball award or overall MVP. Of the nominations the…

Sights and Sounds at the Lumberjack World Championships

The Lumberjack World Championships will finish up Saturday, July 30.

July 29, 2022

Cam Derr,

HAYWARD, Minn.- Friday was day two of the 62nd Lumberjack World Championships that brought the worlds best lumberjacks to Hayward, Minnesota to compete in sawing, chopping, speed climbing, log rolling and more. Here’s the sights and sounds from this year’s competition. The Lumberjack World Championships will finish up Saturday, July 30. Categories: Sports

Coaches Corner: Ali Randall

For this week's segment we hear from the head of the Duluth Northern Stars, Ali Randall.

July 29, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we sit down with the newest head coach of the Duluth Northern Stars, Ali Randall as she goes into her first season heading the program. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

St. Luke’s Encourages Scheduling Sports Physicals Sooner than Later

Call and make an appointment at any St. Luke's clinic before summer ends.

July 29, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Fall sports are just around the corner and St. Luke’s is reminding athletes to get ahead of the game and get their sports physicals. Physicals are required by Minnesota and Wisconsin high schools prior to tryouts and are to be updated every three years. “The purpose of the physicals are to screen for conditions that may affect your…

Books and Baseball Returns to Wade Stadium

Books and Baseball will begin at 1:15 PM at Wade Stadium with countless activities leading up the Huskies game against the Mudpuppies at 3:05 PM.

July 29, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The fifth annual Books and Baseball game is back this weekend at Wade Stadium just before the Huskies game. Kids will have the chance to participate in fun activities including story time with some of the Huskies players. The library says this event is a good way to keep kids engaged in education throughout the summer. “We want…

Superior Little League Team Headed Back to States

The Superior 10U Little League team will travel to Wausau, representing district three in the state tournament beginning Sunday and running through August 5.

July 29, 2022

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- For the second year in a row the Superior 10U Little League baseball team is headed off to the state tournament after taking the District 3 title on July 10th in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. On Friday, the team was set up on the corner of 21st and Hill Ave. in Superior handing out lemonade and cookies hoping for…

UMD’s Elizabeth Giguere Signs on with Boston Pride

Giguere ranks sixth in all-time scoring in Division I history.

July 28, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 2020 Patty Kazmaier award winner Elizabeth Giguere has signed on with the women’s professional hockey franchise the Boston Pride, with a one year contract for the 2022-23 season. In the past five seasons, Giguere has been a national sensation, dominating the collegiate hockey scene. During her time with Clarkson University she broke the school scoring record as…

Five UMD Women’s Hockey Players Invited to USA Hockey National Festival

The camp takes place in Buffalo, New York from August 8-13.

July 27, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Five current and former UMD women’s hockey players have been invited to the USA Hockey National Festival coming up in August. Senior center Gabbie Hughes and junior forward Clara Van Wieren have made the roster along with recent graduates Anna Klein, Sydney Brodt and Maddie Rooney. The 2022 U.S. Women’s National Team and Collegiate Select teams will be…

Huskies Bats are Quiet in Sweep by Express

The Huskies will hit the road Thursday to open a series with the Bismarck Larks.

July 27, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies hosted the division leading Eau Claire Express Wednesday for a doubleheader at Wade Stadium. In Game One the Eau Claire’s bats erupted, tallying 12 runs on 17 hits taking the first game 12-4. Then in Game Two the Huskies were kept off the board until the seventh, however that rally would fall short as the…

Great Outdoors: Heroes for Heroes Go Fishing

July 26, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Heroes Helping Heroes is a group that helps create a support system for first responders both active and retired, dealing with stress and mental health challenges in their professions. To do this, they put on activities like charter fishing trips. “We’re helping to raise awareness and let people know, hey, we see horrific things on a daily…

Lynx-Timberwolves Basketball Camp Back in the Northland

The camp is hosted by the Timberwolves and Lynx basketball academy out of the cities, the camp will wrap up tomorrow.

July 26, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Lynx and Timberwolves youth basketball camp has returned to Duluth for the first time post-pandemic to spread knowledge and skills on the court, but also share some life lessons that are bigger than basketball. “It goes back to the roots of basketball. I remember as a kid, where it started for me is the camps and I…

Coaches Corner: Zoe Hill

For this week's segment we hear from Duluth Figure Skating Club's coach Zoe Hill.

July 22, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we spoke with recently retired coach at the Duluth Figure Skating Club Zoe Hill, who hangs up her skates after 50 years. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Duluth Figure Skaters Compete on National Stage

Martinelli will compete in the U.S. Collegiate Championships this Saturday and Sunday.

July 22, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Last weekend two of the Duluth Figure Skating Club’s skaters placed bronze, amongst 400 competitors in the 2022 Excel National Festival in Norwood, Massachusetts. Superior’s Alyssa Isackson ended her season on a high note making the podium in the Excel Intermediate Women’s Event. “I was super excited, I really didn’t expect it, I was just doing competitions for…

Exclusive Interview with Jake Christianson

Hear Jake Christianson's reaction to being drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays.

July 22, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Huskies closing pitcher Jake Christianson was drafted in the 15th round of the 2022 MLB Draft by the Tampa Bay Rays. Fox 21’s Cam Derr caught up with Christianson before heading to the big leagues. Categories: Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

CSS Golf Coach Rachel Gray Steps Down

Gray earned UMAC women's coach of the year in the 2020-2021 season for her efforts.

July 20, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The College of St. Scholastica announced earlier today that the head coach of the men’s and women’s golf team, Rachel Gray has stepped down to pursue other opportunities. Gray has coached both teams since 2019, leading them to two UMAC titles and nine tournament wins on the women’s side, while coaching the boys to three tournament wins as…

North Country Ride to Hold Fundraiser at Wade Stadium

Through a partnership with the Duluth Huskies, North Country Ride is able to raise money to continue to enhance their program.

July 20, 2022

Cam Derr,

ESKO, Minn.- One equine program out of Esko encourages those with disabilities to find a love for equestrian while building confidence in the saddle. For the past 40 years North Country Ride allows people with physical, meatal and emotional challenges the opportunity to give the sport of equestrian a try as a form of therapy. The programs executive director Tamy…

Commanding Performance by Duluth FC in Quarterfinal Win

The Bluegreens will head to Rochester Friday, to take on conference rivals Med City FC in the Midwest Semifinal game.

July 20, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC began their playoff run Tuesday night in a Midwest Quarterfinal match with FC Columbus. In the first few seconds of the game the Bluegreens jumped on the board with a goal by Kostyantyn Domaratskyy. Then in the second half two more by Blake Perry and Keegan Chastey, would seal the win for Duluth with a 3-1…

Douglas County Historic Society to Hold Dave Bancroft Exhibit

Inspired by his 60-year career in pro-baseball, both playing and coaching, Author Tom Alesia decided Bancroft's story was one that must be told in his book Beauty at Short: Dave Bancroft, the Most Unlikely Hall of Famer and His Wild Times in Baseball's First Century.

July 19, 2022

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.- Dave Bancroft, does that name ring any bells? Well he’s one of baseball’s most unlikely Hall of Famers, and for many years a resident of Superior, which will hold and exhibit honoring his legacy. A two time world series champion in 1921 and 1922 with the New York Giants, Bancroft also holds the record, one hundred years later…

Minnesota Timberwolves-Lynx Basketball Camp Headed to the Northland

The camp is still accepting registrations through July 25.

July 18, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Returning to the Northland, the Minnesota Timberwolves-Lynx basketball camp. A three-day camp starting on July 25, hosted at St. Scholastica. The academy says they wanted to make sure to add Duluth to their list of stops this summer to build relationships with the talent here in the North, while sharing their expertise and love of the game across…

Duluth Figure Skating Club Wins on National Stage

Two of the girls out of 400 skaters came away with medals.

July 18, 2022

Cam Derr,

NORWOOD, Mass.- Over the weekend three of Duluth Figure Skating Club’s skaters competed on a national stage at the 2022 Excel National Festival in Norwood Massachusetts. Two of the girls out of 400 skaters came away with medals. Alyssa Isackson out of Superior won bronze in the Excel intermediate women’s event. Duluth’s Jessica Martinelli also places bronze on the podium…

Duluth FC Set to Host FC Columbus in Midwest Quarterfinal

A must see Tuesday night at Public Schools stadium, kick-off is set for 7 PM.

July 18, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Regional playoffs are here. Duluth FC is looking to carry the momentum they’ve had all season to the field in the NPSL Midwest Region Quarterfinal game on Tuesday, in a do or die game against FC Columbus out of Ohio. What better odds for the Bluergreens than playing on home turf? The boys are undefeated at Public Schools…

More Campsites, Trails Reopen at Voyageur As Flood Waters Recede

July 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. – As flood waters along the Rainy Lake basin continue to drop from historic levels, conditions are improving at Voyageurs National Park. Maintenance staff have repaired the locator lake trail this week, allowing people to access this part of the park starting July 16. That also includes the four campsites part of the Chain-of-Lakes at Locator, War Club,…

Huskies Island

Hosted by pitcher Dylan Hill.

July 15, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- A segment called Huskies Island, hosted by pitcher Dylan Hill. The Huskies decipher who would lead the pack to survival and who would drag them down. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports

Coaches Corner: Bob DeMeyer

For this week's segment we hear from head football coach at Superior, Bob DeMeyer.

July 15, 2022

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – For this week’s Coaches Corner, we caught up with Superior football head coach Bob DeMeyer as the team prepares for their upcoming season under the lights. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Luciano the Portuguese Water Dog Takes Best in Show at DKC Dog Show

The Duluth Kennel Club Dog Show will see many more dogs in the ring through the end of the weekend.

July 15, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Friday, the 74th Annual Duluth Kennel Club Dog Show say many posh pups come into the ring to compete for the ultimate title of Best in Show. From the seven categories of dogs one would come away with the title, that dog was Luciano, a six year old Portuguese Water Dog from Oregon owned by Laura Thost,…

Dallas Vieau Reacts to USA Hockey Team Selection

Dallas Vieau will take the ice, sporting red, white and blue to compete against four other countries beginning August 9.

July 14, 2022

Cam Derr,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- On Wednesday, Hermantown forward Dallas Vieau took a huge stride in his hockey career being named to the final USA Hockey U17 Men’s Select Team. What started as 54 Minnesotan hockey players came down to 20 athletes from across the country that will represent the United States in the Athletix Under-17 Five Nations Tournament in Colorado. Vieau, who…

Proctor Football Returns to the Field

The Rails will take the field for the first time since 2019, kicking off against Cloquet on September 2.

July 14, 2022

Cam Derr,

PROCTOR, Minn.- After two years without any action, the Proctor football team is back on the field. Headed by a new coach Matt Krivinchuk, the Rails are hoping for a fresh start to the 2022 season. “We’re trying to create a program that’s about player driven ownership, doing things that create unity, caring and teaching all of our core values…

UMD Football Finishes Summer Camp Season with Youth Camp

Friday will be the last day for the campers and will wrap up the summer camp season for the Bulldogs.

July 14, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD football team is holding a two-day youth camp out at Malosky Stadium for kids ages 3rd to 8th grade. Getting a grip on the fundamentals on both the offense and defensive sides of the ball and had some fun learning from the Bulldogs they look up to. “Growing up being able to come to these camps…

Duluth Huskies Blow Past Mankato in Series Opener

First pitch for Game Two is set for 6:35 pm Friday.

July 14, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies returned to Wade Stadium tonight looking for a win over the Mankato Moondogs to snap a four-game losing streak. The offense was booming tonight. Duluth put up ten runs through the first three innings. Peyton Powell and Colin Burgess led the way each with four RBIs. The Huskies win the series opener 14-4. First pitch…

Annual Duluth Kennel Club Dog Show Begins This Week

The show will get started on Thursday and run through Sunday in the Pioneer Hall down at the DECC.

July 13, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Thursday the annual Duluth Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show gets started and will feature over 150 breeds of dogs, competing for the prestigious title of Best in Show. Judges will comb through the competition to find the dog that best defines its breed. “This is a proving ground. This is where the judges, where you…

UMD Volleyball Concludes Summer Camp Season

12 high school volleyball teams participated in the team camp Wednesday.

July 13, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- At Romano Gym the Bulldogs hosted their final camp of the summer with a team camp. High school volleyball teams from across the Midwest came to campus to perfect skills on the court, compete in game like scenarios and build team chemistry ahead of the upcoming season. “It’s a great way to start bonding together as a group,…

Hermantown’s Dallas Vieau added to USA Hockey’s U17 Team

Vieau will compete with the team in the U17 Five National Tournament in Colorado on August 9.

July 13, 2022

Cam Derr,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Wednesday morning Hermantown’s Dallas Vieau go word he was one of 20 hockey players to make the 2022 U17 men’s select team who will compete at the U17 Five National tournament in Colorado Springs, Colorado on August 9. Vieau is coming off a season with hockey powerhouse Hermantown, where he scored 17 goals with 12 assists in 31…

Great Outdoors: DPD Hosts Take a Kid Fishing

July 12, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – “We’re exposing some kids to outdoor experiences that might never get that opportunity. So, hopefully each one of these kids who does this gets a new appreciation for being outside,” Duluth Police Department Sergeant, Mike Lafontaine says. The Duluth Police Department is putting on their Take a Kid Fishing program once again this summer. Every Tuesday the…

UW-Superior Men’s Basketball Holds Youth Skills Camp

There will be more opportunities to learn from the Yellowjackets this summer, the basketball team will be holding a scoring camp next week.

July 12, 2022

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The UWS men’s basketball team is hosting a three day skills camp for kids ranging from 5th to 12th grade. The campers will work on skills work and the speed of play the game requires, with an emphasis on a teamwork environment, all while having the opportunity to stay on campus and live like a Yellowjacket. “We…

Duluth FC Secures Playoff Spot

The team will await final seedings following Med City's final games this week.

July 12, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s official, Duluth FC has solidified their spot in play-offs this year. The final game of the season on Friday will lock in where the team falls in the brackets, but no doubt for these guys, this is the most exciting part of the season. Making playoffs was a goal in the club since the start of the…

Duluth Huskies See Three Players get All-Star Team Recognition

The All-Star Game is set for July 29 at Witter Field in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.

July 11, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Being named to an All-Star team is quite the accomplishment for any athlete. Three of Duluth Huskies will represent their team and the Great Plains division in this year’s Northwoods League All-Star Game. Kristian Campbell, Eddy Rosario and Jake Christianson have been selected to play in this All-Star game later this month. Campbell has the fifth best…

Exclusive Tour of Wade Stadium

Take a look inside every inch of Wade Stadium with this exclusive tour.

July 8, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- See what the players see with this full tour of the historic Wade Stadium, alongside General Manager Greg Culver. Take a look inside every inch of Wade Stadium with this exclusive tour. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Coaches Corner: Will Peterson

For this week's segment we hear from Duluth Huskies pitching coach Will Peterson.

July 8, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- For this week’s Coaches Corner we catch up with the Duluth Huskies pitching coach Will Peterson. Taking a look into his pitching staff, the role they played in the first half division win and what’s to come in the second stretch. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports