What Minnesota's 4-week pause means for youth sports

Youth sports will be put on hold for four weeks under new restrictions from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz amid the surging COVID-19 cases statewide during the pandemic, the Governor's Office announced Wednesday. 

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.

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.

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.

Safety first: Minnesota high school athletes return to the field
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For the first time in months, high school athletes are back at practice for select fall sports. Dr. Bradley Nelson, an orthopedic surgeon from TRIA Bloomington, joined the Buzz with tips on keeping everyone safe amid a pandemic.

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.

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.