Minnesota Governor hints at youth sports 'pause' affecting football playoffs
Gov. Tim Walz said he will announce new restrictions on youth sports Wednesday, including a possible “pause” on all youth sports and a possible cancellation of the MSHSL Football playoffs.
Minnesota health officials urge winter sports 'pause' after outbreaks
Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says public health officials are urging a "pause" on winter high school sports.
Minneapolis baseball team fighting for refund on $18K payment to Florida sports park after trip cancelled
It was a trip that had been years in the planning. Sadly, a local high school baseball team's Florida visit had to be postponed due to the pandemic. But now, to make matters worse, they've been unable to get their money back.
Iowa high school football teams score a combined 202 points in 8-man playoff shootout
Looking at the box score, you would probably think two Iowa schools were involved in a high-scoring, fast-paced high school basketball games. But, you'd be wrong.
Burnsville football player reflects on her trailblazing journey to varsity
As the Burnsville High School football team takes the field for its last regular season game Wednesday night, one of the players will be reflecting on her unique journey in the sport.
Northfield Football joins Rashod Bateman's zero tolerance for racism message with helmet decals
An anti-racist message first pushed by Gophers standout Rashod Bateman can now be found on the Maroon and Gold helmets of a team in Northfield, Minn., too.
Experts link thousands of Minnesota COVID-19 cases to sports
Minnesota health officials say they have connected more than 3,400 COVID-19 cases to sports, requiring 7,000 households to isolate.
After homecoming opponent cancels, Edina Football takes to Twitter to find new matchup
Edina High School’s football team was desperately searching for an opponent to play for its homecoming football game this fall until a school 223 miles away answered the call.
Athletes push Minnesota leaders to allow postseason contests for fall sports
Students and parents are continuing to push the Minnesota State High School League -- and now the governor -- to loosen some restrictions on high school sports.
Minnesota families sue MSHSL over 'arbitrary' limits on fans
Four families of Minnesota High School fall athletes have filed a lawsuit against the state high school league for what they call "arbitrary" limits on fans at sporting events this fall.
MSHSL approves 30% schedule reduction for winter high school sports
The MSHSL Board of Directors voted Thursday to adopt a shortened winter high school sports season schedule with a maximum of two contests per week.
MDH reports COVID-19 outbreaks among hockey, basketball players ahead of winter season
In an update to the Minnesota State High School League’s Board of Directors Tuesday, the state’s Department of Health said it is seeing the spread of COVID-19 among two indoor, winter sports in particular.
MSHSL weighs special meeting to vote on potential fall football and volleyball seasons
The Minnesota State High School League Board of Directors considered hosting a special meeting, potentially as soon as Friday, to vote on whether football and volleyball could be played statewide this fall.
Families, players rally at Minnesota governor's residence to lift restrictions on fall sports
A group of high school athletes, along with family members and other supporters, gathered Saturday to push the governor to reconsider restrictions on fall sports.
Minnesota high school fall sports start practices in a 'return like no other'
Monday was the “opening day” for fall high school sport practices across Minnesota including boys and girls soccer, cross country, tennis and swimming and diving.
Facing uncertainty, fall sports coaches make do while Minnesota State High School League deliberates
Minnesotans will know within the next couple of weeks how or if kids will return to school this September, so discussions are also beginning on what that means for fall sports.
Blake School soccer teams bike, run 8.46 miles for #MN846forchange
Following nationwide fundraising efforts, the Blake girls and boys soccer teams took part in the #MN846forchange.
Becker wrestler who collapsed during state tournament gets treatment for heart condition
On Feb. 29 Becker High School junior Brayden Weber collapsed on the mat at the Minnesota State High School wrestling tournament. Three months later he was diagnosed and treated for a heart condition doctors say doesn’t typically show up in screenings.
Weeks after placing 5th in state, Zimmerman wrestler faces cancer battle
Joe Montplaisir is a junior student-athlete at Zimmerman High School. Just over a month ago, he placed fifth in the state high school wrestling tournament. But soon after, everything changed.