
Hornets Ready for Season Opener Rematch with Minot State
The Emporia State University Hornets open their 128th season against Minot State in North Dakota, seeking to build on a strong historical start and integrate key returning talent.
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The Emporia State University Hornets open their 128th season against Minot State in North Dakota, seeking to build on a strong historical start and integrate key returning talent.

Emporia State Hornets will begin their 2026 campaign with a road showdown against Minot State Beavers on August 27, seeking to build on a seven‑game winning streak in season openers.

The Beavers open their fall campaign with a new coaching staff, key veterans, and a blend of experienced players and promising newcomers, setting the stage for a season focused on intensity and teamwork.

The Minot North Sentinels saw their unbeaten run snapped with a 2-2 draw against Jamestown, featuring goals from Logan Ovitt and a late equaliser from the Blue Jays.

Kynsli Gillmore, a top goalkeeper from Minot High, has pledged to continue her athletic career at the University of North Dakota, where she will join a program known for its defensive excellence.

Landon Boss and Tyler Schultze appear on the D2football.com Elite 100 preseason watch list, underscoring Emporia State's rising profile in Division II football.

The Beavers enter the new season ranked eighth in the NSIC poll, with key players and awards highlighting a promising outlook.

Jesse Roberts steps into the top role, succeeding Justin Lauf, as the program prepares for its third varsity season.

Emporia State University has released its full home football slate for 2026, featuring first‑ever night games, a high‑profile Homecoming matchup and the addition of Mix 104.9 as the official radio partner. Season tickets are available at esuhornets.com.

The first annual Kickoff Classic golf scramble, set for July 27, offers teams a $800 entry that includes green fees, carts, a meal and prizes, while registration is available online at golfminot.com/tournaments.

The Minot State women's basketball team will begin its 2026‑27 campaign with a pair of matches in San Juan, Puerto Rico, as part of the 2026 Puerto Rico College Sports Tour, before returning to Minot for its first home game against Mayville State.

Jamestown’s early lead vanished in the 78th minute, setting the stage for a dramatic penalty shootout where Minot triumphed 3‑2.
Fargo Shanley secured its place in the state soccer semifinals with a 3-1 win over Jamestown, setting up a showdown against West Fargo Sheyenne and a clash between Grand Forks Red River and Mandan.
WDAY-TV, owned by Forum Communications, is bidding for two North Dakota State football games not picked up by national networks, planning to air them on the Mountain West Conference's MW+ platform and expand coverage into neighboring states.

The Majettes have secured their twelfth straight appearance at the state tournament, poised to defend a legacy built over a decade.

The Minot High Magicians, fresh WDA Region champions, prepare for their final quarterfinal match against the West Fargo Sheyenne Mustangs in the 2026 NDHSAA Class A Baseball State Tournament.

Matthew Ronn, a 6‑foot‑tall defenseman from Yorkton, Saskatchewan, has signed with Minot State University to play hockey and pursue his academic career starting in fall 2026. Coach Wyatt Waselenchuk highlighted his two‑way skills, and Ronn expressed enthusiasm about contributing to a championship‑contending team.