Local News in Grand Forks County

DS Sports Around the Grounds: Saturday, September 19

Road trips defined the day for North Dakota’s volleyball and football programs. David Nguyen’s Hawks won their match in Beaumont, defeating the University of Louisiana at Monroe three sets to one, while Eric Schmidt’s side fared worse in its non-conference appearance in Lincoln,…

DS Sports Around the Grounds: Friday, September 18

BEAUMONT, Texas — On the first day of the Lamar Invitational, David Nguyen’s Fighting Hawks split their doubleheader, sweeping Lamar University before struggling to impact against Sam Houston State. North Dakota’s match one win brought it above .500 for the first time this…

More than a game: LivSports to bring 24-hour hockey marathon to Grand Forks

As many athletes know, sport has a habit of becoming more than a game. For some, watching or participating in a sport can represent an outlet, an escape from everyday life. For others, sport brings a sense of belonging and support. Together, these traits can motivate teams to do…

DS Sports Around the Grounds: Friday, September 11

RIVERSIDE, Calif. — The Fighting Hawks returned to the Van Dyne Gym tonight for a doubleheader to cap their time in Riverside. After falling to Idaho and managing a win against Sacred Heart in five sets, David Nguyen’s side retains its .500 record so far this season. Idaho 3,…

DS Sports Around the Grounds: Thursday, September 10

RIVERSIDE, Calif. — After five intense sets, North Dakota came away with an opening win at The Joust, defeating California Baptist University for the first time in program history. Straight away, David Nguyen’s Hawks traded points with the Lancers. The sides rarely had more than…

UND Football: St. Thomas at North Dakota in photos

DS Sports Around the Grounds: Sunday, September 6

RIVERSIDE, Calif. — North Dakota was unable to find a win against UC Riverside this Sunday, failing to hold their 1-0 lead at halftime. A defensively strong first half fell apart in the second 45 as Henrik Sohn’s Hawks conceded two goals, eventually losing the game Junior winger…

DS Sports Around the Grounds: Saturday, September 5

GRAND FORKS — Two winning displays from the Fighting Hawks defined the day on Saturday, Sept. 5, as North Dakota defeated its opponents in home football and volleyball contests. Over 10,000 fans packed into the Alerus Center to watch Eric Schmidt’s side take on St. Thomas…

60th annual Potato Bowl USA pregame in photos

GRAND FORKS — Green and white blanketed the Greater Grand Forks area on Saturday, Sept. 5, in the buildup to the 60th annual Potato Bowl USA game at the Alerus Center. The annual KEM Shrine parade down Demers Avenue succumbed to inclement weather, soaking those who came out to…

DS Sports Around the Grounds: Friday, September 4

GRAND FORKS — Close finishes on Friday, Sept. 4, defined the night for three Fighting Hawks teams. At the Betty Engelstad Sioux Center, North Dakota volleyball dropped a close game against Mercer University in the team’s first home appearance of the season. In Moorhead, UND cross…