Sports

The inaugural Upper Peninsula Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association All-Upper Peninsula volleyball awards were released on Monday, Nov. 13, with Kingsford’s Maddy Kreider named the first-ever Ms. U.P. Volleyball.

In a historic first for their program, the Northern Michigan University women’s soccer team has been chosen to host the initial two rounds of the NCAA Midwest Regional Championships. This marks the third occasion the Wildcats have qualified for the tournament and the first time they have the honor of hosting it. Entering the postseason as the second-ranked team in the region, the ‘Cats are set to face seventh-ranked Maryville on Friday, November 17. This match is a rematch from last season’s NCAA tournament, where the ‘Cats were eliminated by Maryville.

The Tier 1 Hockey Federation celebrated the inclusion of Aden Gariepy, goaltender for Biggby Coffee AAA Hockey, on the NHL’s Preliminary Players to Watch list—a precursor to the 2024 NHL Draft. This distinction underscores Gariepy’s exceptional abilities and steadfast commitment to the sport, marking a milestone for both the player and his team.

The Ishpeming Hematites made the most of their first opportunity in the MHSAA District 99 tournament, losing just one set on their way to the title. “I’m just so proud of these girls.

Superior Central Head Coach Kris Bray promised that the Cougars would beat the Mustangs when the two teams played in the regular season finale in Eben Junction on Thursday, Oct. 26.