Sports
I know it’s not the Twins but …
At least it’s not the Yankees. I’ve waited 39 years for this. Dad would be proud.
Bulldog & WCHA Hockey on WDSE-WRPT
Get a front row seat for WCHA action, right in your living room! Live from the new Bemidji Regional Event Center, WDSE-WRPT will broadcast WCHA Hockey games on the Minnesota Channel (8.4/31.4) this fall.
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Team CXC Superfit at Skihut
Thinking about doing the Birkie – or any other Nordic races this winter? Or do you simply want to make your XC skiing a bit easier? Team CXC Vertical Limit will be at Skihut this weekend kickin’ the k-nowledge.
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Superior has disc golf in Central Park
A new disc-golf course opened in Superior last week. It’s in Central Park, about one mile east of the UWS campus.
Other courses in the area include:
- Mont du Lac
- Miller Creek (by Lake Superior College)
- St. Scholastica
- UMD
- Carlton Disc Golf Sanctuary
Topics for the comments:
- Mont du Lac and Miller Creek are the best courses, right?
- Is this a trend with staying power, or will no one be playing in five years?
- So, what do you think of the new course in Superior?
Randy Moss a Viking again?
ESPN, the NFL Network and Boston Herald are reporting that Randy Moss has been traded by the New England Patriots to the Minnesota Vikings for a third-round pick.
Brett Favre, Adrian Peterson, Jared Allen, Pat Williams, Kevin Williams … and now Moss? That’s way too many superstars on one team, isn’t it?
At the very least, it’ll be interesting … if true.
Watching the Twins
Actually, I was kind of serious. We got no cable, and the American League games, all of them, are on TBS. Totally bites. Even the ALCS isn’t available for us Luddites. And, no, there are no options for friends with cable. So, if I am forced to go public with my Twins devotion, my bandwagon hopping on, where do PDDers suggest I go without feeling like I have to buy a beer every inning — though that may be fun on a Friday. Looking for low-key, non-sports bar setting. Possible?
Thome at the Plate
I guess this one is right up there with “Did You See Jackie Robinson Hit That Ball?” and “Joltin’ Joe DiMaggio.”
Minnesota Grouse Hunting
Has anyone been out early-season grouse hunting? I’m curious how people have been doing. I have seen decent numbers around Duluth and up the shore.
Grouse Hunting
Family Fun Day to Help Save the Skating Rink at Lower Chester Bowl
On Saturday, Sept. 25, at 2:30 p.m., all neighbors are invited to gather at the Lower Chester Park Rink on East 15th Avenue between Fifth and Sixth Street. This is a pot luck event with games, balloon animals, a magician, and other silliness.
There is a serious side to this event, too. The rink and warming house at Lower Chester Park are in danger of being torn down — and soon. They are still in good repair, and it would be a shame to see this facility continue to go to waste. The facility has been under-utilized for several years due largely to lack of consistent hours, no Zamboni, no easy way to flood the rink, etc.
The goal of this gathering on Saturday afternoon, aside from having some good-ol’-fashioned family fun, is to mobilize a neighborhood-wide grass-roots effort to keep this rink alive. We’d love to fill the rink on Saturday afternoon with as many neighbors as possible (from BOTH sides of the creek!). College students, high school students, and families with young children are especially encouraged to attend.
Utensils, plates, bowls and cups will be provided. Bring lawn chairs, beverages, anything with wheels (human-powered), and lots of enthusiasm. Folks with questions should contact Mabel Galvin at 724-7667, or Bev Bertnson at 724-6126.
Roller Derby Saturday Night!
Saturday, Sept. 18, 6pm
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Pioneer Hall
Charities win when you vote Bob in!
Duluth charities and UMD can win up to $70,000 in this year’s Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year contest. Plus the alumni association that rallies the most votes will win an additional $10,000.
Bob Nielson is again in the running for NCAA Division II coach of the year, after nearly winning the title last season. Everyone can vote every day on their smart phone and each of their computers at coachoftheyear.com. Your vote could mean up to $80,000 for our community.
(Video created by three UMD students is no longer available.)
Basketball: Harlem Ambassadors vs. Duluth-Superior Hot Shots
Join us for a family-friendly Harlem-style basketball game at UW-Superior’s Mertz Mortorelli Gym on Sunday, Sept. 19, at 3 p.m. The Harlem Ambassadors professional show team will take on the Domestic Abuse Intervention Programs’ team. Cost is $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Buy tickets at SuperAmerica stores or theduluthmodel.org.
15th NorthShore Inline Marathon just around the corner
Saturday, Sept. 11 will be the 15th running (skating) of the fastest show on eight wheels. Skate 26.2 miles from Two Harbors to Duluth on one of the most scenic racecourses this side of Hawaii. It is not too late to sign up or volunteer.
First Thursday Motorcycle Ride
We ride again! Bring your jacket, it’ll officially be September. Last month’s ride was great. If you missed it, you missed out. Prepare for about 60-70 miles, and maybe a beer afterward!
CASDA Walk/Run 2010
Saturday, Sept. 25 | Superior, Wis.
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Gnar of the Gnorth: Duluth Outlaw 2010
Friday marks the kick-off of the third annual Duluth Outlaw, recently renamed “Gnar Of The Gnorth.” Each year, longboarders from all walks of life and areas of the Midwest travel to participate in this three-day downhill skateboarding event.
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Table tennis this weekend!
The Lake Superior International Open presented by Black Woods has arrived! We are hosting a table tennis tournament at the DECC on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The (local) or recreational tournament will be held Saturday and Sunday and registration is open until one hour prior to each event, so there’s still time! Who’s the best in the Northland!?
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Duluth touch or flag football
Is there a men’s adult two-hand touch or flag football league in Duluth? If so, please let me know … thanks a lot!
RunCenter: Goucher and Flanagan in a verbal sparring match
Duluth native Kara Goucher and her Olympic teammate Shalane Flanagan are friends and training partners … or are they?
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Duluth Huskies baseball
Duluth Huskies sweep the Mankato Moondogs and are one game out of first place. Meanwhile, the Twins changed their background to a Dove Men ad.
Win $100 Thursday playing ping pong
Have you heard? Table tennis is on the rise in Duluth!
Black Woods and the Duluth TT club are holding a 4-star international tournament at the DECC in late July — 50 tables, pro players from around the country and even the world! Don’t worry, there are events for all levels of skill.
And this Thursday, June 17, a promotional tourney is being held at Mr. D’s. First place gets $100 cash and paid entry fees for the big tourney in July. Also second place takes $50 and third, fourth and fifth get snazzy T-shirts. Think you got what it takes?
Sign up is at 7:30 and tourney at 8.
Duluth Does Derby!
Did you know? Duluth/Superior has two women’s flat track roller derby teams!
HCRD – Harbor City Roller Dames
DSRD – Duluth Superior Divas
Last Saturday, skaters from MNRG, NSRG, FMDG, the TC Terrors and Milwaukee Schlitzkrieg all got together for an exhibition bout at Wessman Arena. Pirates vs. Ninjas was a success!
Congrats to DSRD on their first event!
IF you are interested in participating, you can find information on each of the teams’ respective web sites. Potential skaters, refs and volunteers are encouraged to come. All skill levels are welcome – they can teach you!
The sport is growing fast! With this kind of action, a full bar and great local music during halftime, it’s no wonder!