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Shanley hires former NDSCS Coach Irwin as New Boys Coach

All-time winningest coach with the Wildcats

FARGO, N.D. — After 14 years away from coaching a familiar face returns to the bench. Shanley has hired former North Dakota State College of Science head coach Craig Irwin. In eight seasons with NDSCS, Irwin recorded a 212-48 record, won 7 conference titles and 4 district titles. The announcement comes on the same day, his daughter, Tylee, plays for…

Wahpeton’s Tylee Irwin Wants To Add One More Feat To Legacy At South Dakota State

Jackrabbit one win away from getting to WNIT Championship

BROOKINGS, S.D — 145 games are the most games played in South Dakota state women’s basketball history that record belongs to Wahpeton’s Tylee Irwin along with being one of 39 players in the program to reach 1,000 points and that’s just the start of it. “If you would’ve told me I have five years of eligibility, played in multiple NCAA…

Trevor Carrying On Own Legacy With Otterdahl Name for NDSU Track & Field

Named Summit League's Indoor Field Athlete of the year

FARGO, N.D — Its Trevor Otterdahl’s last year as a thrower for NDSU and by thinking that way it’s brought success being named the Summit League’s indoor field athlete of the year. “I’ve had this mentality that I can’t fail this year,” Otterdahl said. “It’s more so just maintaining that mindset of going in and being successful in everything I…

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…