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Despite a 10-3 loss to Excelsior Blue, Brainerd American Legion advanced from pool play and will host the 2027 Senior 19U State Legion Tournament, with Coach Brad Amundson highlighting the squad’s growth.
The Fergus Falls 10U baseball squad completed a flawless tournament, highlighted by Carter Vukonich’s walk‑off double and a weekend of camaraderie in Brainerd.
The University of North Dakota (UND) football team opened fall practice, marking head coach Eric Schmidt's second season. Key storylines include the absence of Jonnie Wiltshire and Avery Scott due to an eligibility lawsuit, the arrival of fresh defensive linemen, a new starting right tackle, and a heated competition for kicking duties.
Hockey Day Minnesota marks its 21st year with a full schedule of games from January 26 to January 30, 2027, featuring the Moorhead Spuds' comeback and a marquee NHL clash between the Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars.
The 2027 edition of Hockey Day Minnesota will bring together collegiate and high‑school teams from across central Minnesota, with the final matchup featuring the NHL’s Minnesota Wild against the Dallas Stars. Organizers say the event aims to become the largest celebration of the sport the state has ever seen.
The Brainerd VFW baseball squad finished the regular season at 5-5, dropping two games to Little Falls before a decisive win over Foley, highlighted by standout outings from several players.