
Champlin Park and Rosemount Set for Class 4A Baseball State Championship
Champlin Park edged Edina 8-7 in extra innings, while Rosemount routed Farmington 11-1, positioning both teams for the upcoming Class 4A state title clash.
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Champlin Park edged Edina 8-7 in extra innings, while Rosemount routed Farmington 11-1, positioning both teams for the upcoming Class 4A state title clash.

A 7‑2 semifinal win over St. Thomas Academy sends Totino‑Grace back to the Class AAA championship game, where they will meet Mahtomedi on Monday at 4:30 p.m. at Target Field.

The Totino‑Grace Eagles defeated St. Thomas Academy 7‑2 in a Class 3A semifinal, fueled by a dominant fifth‑inning rally and a strong six‑inning performance from Joe McGeary. The victory secures a Monday showdown against Mahtomedi, the reigning state champions, at Target Field.

The University of Minnesota announced extensions for its athletics director and women’s basketball coach, adding performance incentives and securing the leadership that guided the Gophers to a historic NCAA tournament appearance.

The Wildcats have released their upcoming schedule, highlighting a strong home presence, a season‑opening series in St. Paul and a slate of conference opponents.
Minnesota's head coach Dawn Plitzuweit has agreed to a contract through 2032, securing a $1.1 million base salary and a performance‑linked escalation that places her among the highest‑paid women's basketball coaches in the nation.
Jalen Brown becomes the first top‑100 Wisconsin recruit to commit to the Badgers since 2015, sparking a new recruiting push

The Gophers finished 11th in the Big Ten a season ago, endured injuries, lost key scorers, but now boast a deep roster with 62.1% of minutes returning and a strong transfer class.
Drew Kessel, a junior tight end, is transferring to Moorhead High School to join a talented roster that includes five Division I commits. His arrival follows a season in which the Spuds reached the Prep Bowl championship and amassed over 3,000 passing yards.

The Anthem Hotel in Los Angeles has introduced the Soccer Legends Suite, featuring artifacts from Hall of Famers and a partnership with The Sanneh Foundation, while offering a Cymbiotika welcome gift to guests during the city's summer of international soccer.
A look at Kansas State's emerging 2027 football class, the influence of transfer portal dynamics, and the broader implications of scheduling changes within the Big 12.

Mark Lindquist’s recent appointment as athletic director and women's basketball coach unites his coaching expertise with administrative leadership at Central Lakes College.
The defending champions lost 10-3 to Edina after leading early, while Champlin Park secured a 3-2 win over Andover following a lengthy rain delay.

Dawn Plitzuweit extends her tenure through 2032, heralding a new era of sustained success for Minnesota women’s basketball.

The University of Minnesota has secured Dawn Plitzuweit through 2032, rewarding a coach whose tenure has transformed the women's basketball program into a national contender while emphasizing academic excellence and community service.

A dramatic extra‑inning victory over Grand Rapids propels Mahtomedi into the semifinals, where a showdown with Northfield or Mankato West awaits.

Dylan Larkin’s trade request has opened the door for a host of contenders, reshaping the Wild’s strategy and raising questions about the future of their roster.
Maddyn Greenway, a Kentucky freshman, was named the 2025‑26 MaxPreps Female National Athlete of the Year after a record‑setting high school career that spanned basketball, soccer and track.

Jordan Mason, Keaton Mitchell and Dylan Sampson each bring distinct strengths that could translate into significant snap counts and production next season.

After being released by the Minnesota Twins in March 2024, Pat Winkel quickly joined the Toronto Blue Jays' Double‑A affiliate, the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, where he has hit .328 with three homers and 11 RBI in 20 games, earning praise for his performance and outlook.

After being released by the Minnesota Twins, Pat Winkel signed with the Toronto Blue Jays’ Double‑A affiliate and is now posting a .328 average with three homers and 11 RBI in 20 games.

The conference recognized 20 Niagara student-athletes for academic excellence, highlighting four with perfect GPAs.

Detroit’s roster decisions are shaping a busy off‑season, as the club weighs contracts, trade rumors and emerging talent.

The Minnesota Wild are eyeing a trade for Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin to bolster their offense and accelerate a youth‑focused rebuild.