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NDSU Women Has Second Leading Scorer Transfer

Ryan Cobbins moving on to Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — Junior guard forward Ryan Cobbins goes to the SEC and Alabama. As a three year starter for the Bison, Cobbins was Summit League newcomer of the year and all-conference honorable mention averaging 10.5 points per game in that span. Her 11.4 points per game this season was second best behind backcourt mate Heaven Hamling. The Crimson Tide…

Former NDSU LB Jasir Cox Lands at West Virginia

Using Final Year of Eligibility to Play in Big 12

MORGANTOWN, W.V. — With intentions to play safety in his final year of eligibility, Jasir Cox has committed to West Virginia of the Big 12. Cox  was Mr. Dependable  at the outside linebacker spot  for the Bison last season finishing third on the team with 58 tackles and three interceptions. As a two year starter, Cox played in 47 career…

Waletzko Looking to be UND’s First NFL Draft Pick Since 1999

Projected mid-round pick in April's Draft

GRAND FORKS, N.D — Standing 6-foot-8, weighing in at 312 pounds, and starting since his sophomore season, Matt Waletzko has body and body of work to draw interest from NFL scouts. He was one of the first selections to the senior bowl. With draft projections showing Waletzko to be taken as early as the 3rd round, yesterday was an opportunity…

NDSU’s Pro Day Opens Opportunities for Babicz, Thomas

Josh Babicz, Brayden Thomas joined Christian Watson, Cordell Volson at Pro Day

FARGO, N.D — 29 NFL teams were on hand this morning to witness North Dakota state’s pro day. Defensive end Brayden Thomas, offensive lineman Cordell Volson, tight end Josh Babicz and receiver Christian Watson all looked to improve their Draft stock. Most eyes were on Watson, who is one of the fastest risers projected by pro football focus going from…

Watson, Volson Continue to Impress at NDSU’s Pro Day

Both worked out in front of 29 NFL Teams

FARGO, N.D — 29 NFL teams were on hand this morning to witness North Dakota state’s pro day. Defensive end Brayden Thomas, offensive lineman Cordell Volson, tight end Josh Babicz and receiver Christian Watson all looked to improve their Draft stock.. Watson is one of the fastest risers going from a mid-round pick to a top-50 lock after a top-6…

UND’s Waletzko Shines at Pro Day

Performed for 23 NFL Scouts in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, N.D — North Dakota football has produced some CFL talent as of late, however this year the NFL has its eye on one player from the offensive line. Matt Waletzko was at the top of the list of UND’s draft prospects. The 6 foot 8 312 pound tackle went through a variety of individual drills to show off…

UND Hockey Falls in Overtime to Notre Dame in Albany Regional

Lost 2-1 after leading

ALBANY, NEW YORK — North Dakota Hockey’s season ends in heartbreaking fashion once again falling in overtime of the Albany regional to Notre Dame, 2-1. UND led after the first period with a goal from Brent Johnson. The Fighting Irish scored the equalizer in the second and the game winner two minutes in to OT. Categories: College, Top Sports Headlines…

MSUM Men’s Basketball Coach Walthall Announces Retirement

Coached Dragons for 12 years and NSIC Tournament Title this past season

MOORHEAD, Minn — Minnesota state Moorhead men’s basketball coach Chad Walthall has announced his retirement ending a 12-year run. In that span, Walthall averaged 21 wins per season won national and NSIC coach of the year in 2015, went to six NCAA Tournaments, five conference tournament championships and took home the first one last month in Sioux Falls. “Coach Walthall…

NDSU Football Holds First Spring Practice

One of 12 over the next month

FARGO, N.D — Just a month and a half ago, NDSU football was lifting their 9th FCS Championship trophy in 11 years. Now the road to Frisco 2023 officially begins as spring practice gets underway. “We’re going to have 125 kids on the roster, we can only bring 110 into camp so it’ll be very competitive, that’s something that we…

FM RedHawks Bring Back Hero Silviano

Hit 24 home runs last season

FARGO, N.D — The American Association’s boom stick is back. The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks have resigned outfielder John Silviano for the summer. In 95 games, Silviano hit .290 24 home runs, which was top five in the league, including the grand slam sending the RedHawks to their first championship series. Silviano joins a long list of returners including Manny Boscan, Luke…