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.
Safety first: Minnesota high school athletes return to the field
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.
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.
With youth spring sports hanging in the balance associations plan, hope for shortened season
Under Minnesota’s stay-at-home order, youth sports associations are postponing their spring sports seasons with hopes of starting up in May or June.
#BeTheLightMN: Minnesota schools light up empty stadiums for class of 2020
Nearly 250 Minnesota schools turned on the lights at their football stadiums Monday night to honor the class of 2020, which may not have a spring activities season due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Season cut short for U-15 hockey team that overcame 'Mighty Ducks' situation
Precautions to slow the spread of coronavirus have impacted everything from high school sports to professional leagues.
Students compete in drone racing in St. Louis Park, Minn.
Benilde-St. Margaret's in St. Louis Park hosting the Youth Drone Championships Saturday afternoon.
After school program introduces Twin Cities kids to squash with a focus on higher education
Usually associated with elite private schools and universities, a program at the University of Minnesota is teaching student athletes the game of squash and exposing them to higher education in the process.
Becker, Minnesota wrestler revived after collapsing at state tournament
The 17-year-old had just finished his match Saturday when he collapsed next to the mat. Luckily, a medical team performed CPR and used an AED machine to revive him.
Community mourns after 2 St. Croix Falls wrestlers killed in SUV crash
Two teenage boys killed in a rollover crash in Polk County, Wisconsin Friday are being remembered as dedicated athletes and caring young men.
Northfield, Minnesota gymnastics team competes in state championship after losing access to gym
It's really difficult to improve at a sport when you don't have easy access to equipment. If you are a basketball player, you need a hoop. If you are a soccer player, you need a goal. And if you are a gymnast, you need a gym to practice.
Edina girls' hockey seeking record-breaking fourth consecutive state title
Edina girls' hockey is seeking its fourth-straight state title this month, a feat that's never been accomplished.
St. Peter, Minn. basketball player with Down syndrome hits buzzer-beater during game
Players for both teams rushed the court to celebrate a heartwarming moment Saturday during a Minnesota basketball game.
MSHSL approves new Waseca Hockey jerseys featuring patch with Officer Matson's badge number
The new jerseys feature a "222" patch, which is Officer Arik Matson's badge number with the Waseca Police Department.