The Northland Sports Page

With the WNBA Draft behind us, and the NFL Draft looming, the radio show has its own draft with a catch -- what former Twins, Vikings, Wild, and Wolves players who are still in the league -- would we want back? Nina Fredrickson talks about an upcoming annual Cribbage Tournament that serves as a fundraiser for the MS Society. The first hour concludes with the latest edition of Buy or Sell.

Minnesota broadcasting icon Marney Gellner discusses a start for the Minnesota Twins -- that has been better than expected -- as well as the hopes for a lengthy postseason for the Timberwolves. Play-by-play voice Tom Stocker previews the start of the season for the Minnesota Monsters in the AF1. The Drawing Lines segment ends the show by putting the achievements of Max Plante and Gianna Kneepkens...

It's Masters Weekend, so being "over or under" is important. That being said, Brian & Dave create gold foursomes for the Twins, Wild, Wolves, and Vikings -- featuring the two most overrated players in franchise history, and two most underrated players in franchise history. Dave Hoops assists with the "Mt. Rushmore of disappointment" for the Wild and Wolves, and previews a big week in his beer laun...

Former Greyhound, Gopher, and draft choice of the Timberwolves, Rick Rickert, offers his opinions on all facets of a busy time in basketball. Star Tribune columnist Lavelle E. Neal III, enlightens on how Twins fans "powered through" a memorable home opener -- and what to anticipate for the season.

April Fools' Day was earlier this week, so Brian & Dave ponder what the Twins, Vikings, Wild, and Wolves are trying to fool us into believing -- but also consider what they are foolish enough to believe. Dave Hoops joins for a new Mt. Rushmore -- the most frustrating moments and seasons in Minnesota Twins and Vikings history. The first hour concludes with the latest edition of Buy or Sell.

Learn more about the latest news in Hoops beer from Dave Hoops to start Hour 2. Brian, Dave, and Dave conclude the Mt. Rushmore of sports movies by tackling football and basketball. Then the real challenge -- the overall Mt. Rushmore!! Former Hermantown Hawk and St. Scholastica Saint goaltender Topher Davis breaks down the NCAA Men's Hockey Tournament. Drawing Lines finishes the show on one of the...

With March Madness nearing its peak, Brian & Dave ponder which college basketball and hockey programs might mirror the Twins, Vikings, Wild, and Wolves. Nick Nelson of Twins Daily joins from Baltimore, as he takes in the season-opening series for the Twins. The first hour concludes with Dave Hoops playing the latest edition of "Buy or Sell."

Keeping with the movie theme from the first hour, Brian & Dave get some help from Dave Hoops and start to construct a Mt. Rushmore of sports movies. Former Hobey Baker winner Bill Watson joins from Denver to preview UMD's conference title matchup with the Pioneers. The Drawing Lines segment (courtesy of Arola Architecture studio) closes out the show as we try to keep up with the true "madness" of...

With the Oscars having been awarded, Brian & Dave decide which movies historically resonate with the Twins, Vikings, Wild, and Wolves. Local legend Dyami Starks discusses every facet of basketball during its most chaotic month. The first hour concludes with Dave Hoops joining to play the latest edition of Buy or Sell.

Radio voice of the Vikings, Paul Allen, checks in to break down the free agency moves by the Vikings so far this offseason, most notably Kyler Murray. CJ Osuchukwu of Duluth Marshall Girls Basketball previews the mammoth task of trying to take down Providence Academy in a State Championship contest. Kelly Grgas-Wheeler of UMD Athletics Communications basks in the craziness that is a very successfu...

March Madness is one of the best times on the sports calendar. The chaos of the month embraces college and high school teams. Brian & Dave discuss the most memorable and meaningful non-professional championship games and teams in their lives. Dave Hoops is still in Costa Rica and provides insight on the "Mt. Rushmore" of College Basketball Coaches. The first hour concludes with the latest edition...

UMD Men's Basketball Coach Justin Wieck gushes over his team's success en route to an NSIC Tournament title and an NCAA Tournament berth. Analyst Jon Carlson joins to select our "Northland FAN All-Coverage Area" prep boys hockey teams -- in a fantasy draft format. The show concludes with CEO/GM of the Minnesota Monsters, Meadow Lemon, previewing Tuesday's big pep rally for the fanbase.

It's "Championship Saturday" in HS Boys Hockey. Brian & Dave express sadness over not being there due to teams not being "local enough." They then spin it into a topic: If the local pro sports teams in Minnesota didn't exist -- what game (in each league) would they go to broadcast? Dave Hoops joins from Costa Rica and declares a "Mt. Rushmore" of the best tournaments in the sports world. The first...

In the last show before the month of "March Madness" begins, Brian & Dave air out what makes them most MAD at the Twins, Vikings, Wild, and Wolves. Duluth Marshall Girls Basketball Coach CJ Osuchukwu previews a 7AA playoff bracket loaded with great remaining teams. The Drawing Lines segment (courtesy of Arola Architecture Studio) draws the lines of the brackets for next week's MN State Boys Hockey...

The final day of February was seeding day in Boys Basketball at the prep level. The show kicks off with Rhett McDonald analyzing the level of play in the Northland, and spotlighting the best players in the area. Dave Hoops humbly relives the closing night at Hoops Brewing and partially tells us what comes next. Brian, Dave, and Dave also switch from last week's best of the best -- to the worst in...

Former Bulldog goaltender Taras Lendzyk discusses the art of goaltending combined with the nerves of being a HS hockey parent. Ted Kiefat of RailsTV previews the Proctor Rails, and both Taras and Ted remember sports icon "Hoagie" fondly. The show concludes with Brian & Dave marveling at what an enjoyable winter sports season it is in the Northland.

Semifinal Saturday in 7AA & 7A hockey begins with an interview with Steve Pitoscia of Duluth East. Following that, Brian & Dave introduce a new segment with Dave Hoops -- focusing on the Mt. Rushmore of sports broadcasting. The first hour concludes with the latest edition of "Buy or Sell."

Our Valentine's Day show at Hoops Brewing shines a spotlight on Denfeld Football Coach Erik Lofald and his trip to the Super Bowl courtesy of CJ Ham. The second segment breaks down the playoff seedings in Section 7A and 7AA Boys Hockey. The final segment features Proctor coach Matt Solberg, who leads the girls' basketball program as well as the girls' flag football program for the Rails.

On Valentine's Day we had our last show from Hoops Brewing. The staff at Hoops was one of the best of all time. Therefore our opening topic became the best teams of all-time sport-by-sport. We then gave a fond farewell to Hoops Brewing and play the latest edition of Buy or Sell.

Dave Hoops increases Super Bowl hype, the Olympic madness, and helps promote the big Valentine's Day show live at the Brewery. Vencie Glenn discusses the demise of the Pro Bowl, and diagnoses the Patriots-Seahawks match-up. The show finishes with Alli Mackner of UMD and Duluth East Dance Team continuing our spotlight on the emergence of Dance Team talent in Minnesota.

With the Olympics underway, Brian & Dave give a gold, silver, and bronze medal to members of the Twins, Wild, Wolves, and Vikings -- based on their current value to the franchise. Former Greyhound, Gopher, and draftee of the Timberwolves, Rick Rickert discusses every level of hoops -- concluding with the NBA action at the trade deadline. Dave Hoops joins to conclude the hour with the latest editio...

Dance Team has taken the sports world by storm! Brian & Dave chat with Jill Leste, Maple Grove Head Coach & Duluth native, along with her daughters Aubree and Brooklyn, who have won multiple UDA National Championships as members of the Minnesota Gophers. Former Viking Vencie Glenn joins to discuss the latest GM opening in Minnesota. The show concludes with Nick Nelson of Twins Daily breaking down...

With Groundhog Day looming, Brian & Dave examine Minnesota sports topics that are repeated too often, along with those that should never be forgotten. Dave Hoops joins to talk a myriad of beer and sports. The first hour concludes with the latest edition of "Buy or Sell."

Brian and Dave continue Hockey Day Minnesota from Hermantown. They are joined by public address voice of the Hawks Bob Gustafson, anchor Neil Vierzba of Fox 21 Sports, and Hermantown Head Coach Pat Andrews in the second hour.

Brian and Dave spend Hockey Day Minnesota at Hermantown's gem of a new arena! They reflect on great hockey memories at every level. Dave Hoops joins with the heartbreaking news of the pending Hoops Brewing closure. Brian, Dave, and Dave make NFL playoff predictions and play "Buy or Sell."