SPORTS
Chisago Lakes can't stop Bison offensive stampede
The Wildcat football team had executed its game plan while facing the prolific offense of the Buffalo Bison and, despite numerous turnovers and critical penalties, found itself in position to win the game late in the fourth quarter last Friday night. With the Wildcats trailing 26-20, an electrifying 52-yard run …
Two early key drives cost CL in 24-14 loss to SF
St. Francis 24, Chisago Lakes 14Last Friday at St. Francis, the two key long drives of the Wildcat football game came in the first quarter. Starting from their own 9, the Wildcats went on an 18-play, 89-yard drive that was stopped at the two-yard line. The Fighting Saints responded with …
Vikings break the Rails, beating Proctor 29-9 for first win
After a disappointing loss to Mora to open the season, the North Branch football team bounced back for a commanding 29-9 win over Proctor in their home opener to even their record at 1-1.
Chisago Lakes can't take The Pig back from Forest Lake, losing 7-1
Monticello 2, Chisago Lakes 0Monticello scored twice in the first half and held on to beat the Wildcats 2-0 on Thursday, September 5 at Chisago Lakes High School.
North Branch misses opportunities against Mora
Old school football ruled the day when North Branch traveled to Mora to take on the Mustangs in the season opener for both teams on Thursday, August 29.
Chisago Lakes Community Center featuring free trials until Aug. 30
The new Chisago Lakes Community Center’s soft opening started on Monday, August 19 for the public.
Timm and team win gold in world water skiing
Rural Center City resident Craig Timm was part of the 2019 USA Adaptive Waterski Team that won gold competing July 25-28 at the World Championships.
New competitors storm the field on men's side, Haag finally claims crown
MenMost years at the Chisago Lakes Triathlon, there is a glutton of familiar names and faces at the finish line. Names like Thompson, Cooley, and Adriaens have become a staple on the top of the podium at the event.
Lindstrom Loppet 5K Results
Listed here is the top 90 finishers, for full results on all 281 runners, check out mtecresults.com
Bulldogs lose long, wild affair with Hibbing despite scoring 16 runs
Rum River 14, Chisago Lakes 4 (7 innings)Playing against the Rum River Bandits on Wednesday, June 26, the Bulldogs struggled in the field and on the pitching rubber. Leading 9-4 going into the bottom of the seventh, Rum River scored five run to take a 14-4 lead and the game …
Bulldogs grab a win between two rough outings against Rum River
Ramsey 7, Chisago Lakes 6Trailing 7-4 going into the bottom of the eighth against the Ramsey Renegades, the Bulldogs rallied to cut the lead to 7-6, seemingly within striking distance. But Ramsey closer Max Loven, who can throw nearly 90 miles per hour, pitched an immaculate inning in the bottom …
NB alum Michael Hensch caps amazing Gustie career
Through nearly his whole career at North Branch High School, Michael Hensch was a small-ish 6’1”, 210 pound football and baseball player.
Forsberg brothers gain valuable experience at state tournament
Juniors Ben and Will Forsberg went to the state tournament hoping to represent Chisago Lakes with a high finish.
Bulldogs and Nighthawks square up in early season twin bill
So, you’ve heard of the Little Brown Jug? Paul Bunyan’s Axe? Well, starting this year, the North Branch Nighthawks and the Chisago Lakes Bulldogs will play an annual game for their own rivalry trophy: the Pizza Pub Mug. The “Mug” is the brainchild of Nighthawks coach Jim Skroch. Since the …
