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Student Athlete of the Week

Portage Lake’s Allie Mettlach had a strong District 11 Minors softball tournament this past week. On Saturday, she went 1-for-2 at the plate with a walk and two runs scored. She also struck out one in one inning of relief pitching in a win over Marquette. On Sunday, she went 0-for-2 with a ...

Seven Huskies attended NHL Development Camps

HOUGHTON — Michigan Tech was well represented at NHL Development Camps over the past couple of weeks. Jack Anderson participated in camp with the Philadelphia Flyers. Anderson is an incoming transfer from Lindenwood. The defenseman played 90 games for the Lions over the past three seasons ...

Little League Majors Districts roundup

CALUMET — Little League postseason play continued with two Majors District 11 tournament games played Monday in Calumet. In the opener, Negaunee mercied Portage Lake, 10-0. In the second game, Keweenaw came from behind in their final frame to beat Marquette, 4-3.  Keweenaw manager Josh ...

6-run third inning lifts Marquette Minors softball past Negaunee

HOUGHTON — In Minors softball District 11 semifinal action Monday evening, Marquette used a four-run first inning and an even bigger six-run third inning to put enough distance between themselves and Negaunee to earn a 15-4 victory at the Houghton High School field. With the win, Marquette ...

Verna Mize triathlon returns in August

HOUGHTON — The Verna Mize Triathlon returns during the first week of August this year. With the Verna Mize entering its fifth year, organizers have set up three different races for differing levels of competition on Saturday, Aug. 2. The races this year include the Main Mize, a half-mile ...