Minnesota sports psychologist helps athletes deal with mental rigors of Olympics
Hall of Fame kicker Morten Andersen recently said this about kicking in the NFL. "90% of it is mental, and the last 10% is mental."
Hall of Fame kicker Morten Andersen recently said this about kicking in the NFL. "90% of it is mental, and the last 10% is mental."
Photos: Beijing Olympics close, ending world's 2nd pandemic Games
As the Beijing 2022 Olympics come to a close, here is a look at some of the most memorable moments from the world's second pandemic Games.
As the Beijing 2022 Olympics come to a close, here is a look at some of the most memorable moments from the world's second pandemic Games.
US skaters' appeal denied to get Olympic medals in Kamila Valieva drug test event
Nine Americans stand to get some sort of medal, either the second-place prize or a gold that could become theirs if the Russians are disqualified because of Kamila Valieva's doping case.
Nine Americans stand to get some sort of medal, either the second-place prize or a gold that could become theirs if the Russians are disqualified because of Kamila Valieva's doping case.
'I hate this sport!': Winter Olympics figure skating brings rage, teen tears and collapse
Russia's trio of tee figure skating stars — Kamila Valieva, Alexandra Trusova and Anna Shcherbakova — each enters an uncertain future after one of the sport’s most dramatic nights.
Russia's trio of tee figure skating stars — Kamila Valieva, Alexandra Trusova and Anna Shcherbakova — each enters an uncertain future after one of the sport’s most dramatic nights.
US men’s hockey team out of Winter Olympics after shootout loss to Slovakia
The United States is out of the men’s hockey tournament at the Olympics after falling to Slovakia in the quarterfinals.
The United States is out of the men’s hockey tournament at the Olympics after falling to Slovakia in the quarterfinals.
GOING FOR GOLD: Alix, Kelly & Shayne try their hand at curling
Curling is king right now! The Good Day anchors gave it a try at Forgotten Star Brewery in Fridley. This weekend the brewery is having a curling tournament with more than 100 curling teams. For more information visit forgottenstarbrewery.com
Curling is king right now! The Good Day anchors gave it a try at Forgotten Star Brewery in Fridley. This weekend the brewery is having a curling tournament with more than 100 curling teams. For more information visit forgottenstarbrewery.com
Russian skater can compete, medal ceremony won't be held amid doping case
Russian teenager Kamila Valieva has been cleared to compete in the women’s figure skating competition. The IOC says it won't award medals for her events in Beijing because her doping case isn't fully resolved.
Russian teenager Kamila Valieva has been cleared to compete in the women’s figure skating competition. The IOC says it won't award medals for her events in Beijing because her doping case isn't fully resolved.
Ukraine Olympic team calls for peace amid Russia tension, IOC wants no protests
The Ukrainian Olympic team has followed the lead of one of their teammates in calling for peace amid a Russian tension with Ukraine.
The Ukrainian Olympic team has followed the lead of one of their teammates in calling for peace amid a Russian tension with Ukraine.
Russian skater to testify by video Sunday in doping case hearing
Russian skater Kamila Valieva will testify by video Sunday at a court hearing about her doping case.
Russian skater Kamila Valieva will testify by video Sunday at a court hearing about her doping case.
Winter Olympics: Erin Jackson becomes 1st Black woman to win gold medal in speedskating
Erin Jackson becomes the first Black woman to win a gold medal in speedskating at the Olympics. Jackson's win gives the American speedskating program its first medal of the Beijing Games.
Erin Jackson becomes the first Black woman to win a gold medal in speedskating at the Olympics. Jackson's win gives the American speedskating program its first medal of the Beijing Games.
Young US hockey team beats Canada to start Olympics 2-0
Using not just speed and skill but also a healthy dose of physicality against bigger, stronger opponents, the Americans emerged with a hard-earned 4-2 victory Saturday and are unbeaten in two games at the Olympics.
Using not just speed and skill but also a healthy dose of physicality against bigger, stronger opponents, the Americans emerged with a hard-earned 4-2 victory Saturday and are unbeaten in two games at the Olympics.
Shaun White misses gold in his final Winter Olympics
Shaun White remained in fourth place after his second run in his final Winter Games as Scotty James of Australia jumped into the lead.
Shaun White remained in fourth place after his second run in his final Winter Games as Scotty James of Australia jumped into the lead.
Nathan Chen wins Olympic gold in men's figure skating, 1st American since 2010
Nathan Chen won Olympic gold at the Beijing Games and became the first U.S. figure skating champion since Evan Lysacek in 2010.
Nathan Chen won Olympic gold at the Beijing Games and became the first U.S. figure skating champion since Evan Lysacek in 2010.
Winter Olympics: Chloe Kim defends halfpipe title, wins gold
Snowboarder Chloe Kim turned in a strong opening run to easily defend her Olympic halfpipe title.
Snowboarder Chloe Kim turned in a strong opening run to easily defend her Olympic halfpipe title.
Lindsey Jacobellis finally wins gold medal, 1st for US
In the winter Olympics medal count, the United States finally has one gold under its belt thanks to Lindsey Jacobellis, whose been trying for first in snowboardcross for 16 years.
In the winter Olympics medal count, the United States finally has one gold under its belt thanks to Lindsey Jacobellis, whose been trying for first in snowboardcross for 16 years.
Olympic ski jumpers slam officials after 5 female skiers get disqualified over outfits
The suits were reportedly deemed too loose which seemingly gives the skiers an advantage on their jumps.
The suits were reportedly deemed too loose which seemingly gives the skiers an advantage on their jumps.
Peng Shuai says sex assault allegation was 'enormous misunderstanding'
Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai gave a controlled interview about her Weibo post of sex assault allegations, calling the situation “an enormous misunderstanding.”
Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai gave a controlled interview about her Weibo post of sex assault allegations, calling the situation “an enormous misunderstanding.”
Shaun White retiring, says Winter Olympic Games will be final competition
Snowboarder Shaun White plans to retire from the sport he put on the international map after the halfpipe medal round next week.
Snowboarder Shaun White plans to retire from the sport he put on the international map after the halfpipe medal round next week.
Photos: Winter Olympic Games 2022 opening ceremony in Beijing
The Winter Olympics opening ceremony had a fiery conclusion Friday, when the Olympic flame was placed inside a giant snowflake. Chinese President Xi Jinping earlier declared the Games open during a ceremony heavy on ice-blue tones and winter imagery.
The Winter Olympics opening ceremony had a fiery conclusion Friday, when the Olympic flame was placed inside a giant snowflake. Chinese President Xi Jinping earlier declared the Games open during a ceremony heavy on ice-blue tones and winter imagery.
Chisholm native, curler John Shuster to carry Team USA flag at Opening Ceremonies
If you’re watching the Opening Ceremonies of the Winter Olympics in Beijing Friday, a very familiar face will be holding the flag for Team USA, and he’s a Minnesota native.
If you’re watching the Opening Ceremonies of the Winter Olympics in Beijing Friday, a very familiar face will be holding the flag for Team USA, and he’s a Minnesota native.



















