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NDSU’s Jabril Cox Ready for Challenge of Minor Position Change

Cox is moving from Sam linebacker to Will linebacker for the spring

FARGO, N.D. — Linebacker Jabril Cox stepped into his leadership role a little earlier than most North Dakota State players. As a redshirt freshman, he led the team in tackles, and he accomplished the same feat last year as a sophomore. “He’s a special athlete,” head coach Matt Entz said. “He’s a special football player, but he can continue to…

Former UND Running Backs Participate in Pro Day

John Santiago and Brady Oliveira went to work in front of NFL Scouts

FARGO, N.D. — Former UND standouts John Santiago and Brady Oliveira are done with their collegiate careers, but they are still hoping to keep the playing careers alive. They are getting ready for the NFL draft. Both had their chance to show off in front of NFL scouts at their pro day on Thursday. It was a special day for the…

Wahpeton Native Tylee Irwin Plays in NCAA Tournament

The Sophomore Forward plays for SDSU

PORTLAND, Ore. — As the NCAA women’s basketball tournament continues to whittle the field down, a former North Dakota high school standout is hoping to keep carrying her team. Wahpeton native Tylee Irwin is a sophomore forward for South Dakota State. The six-seeded Jackrabbits beat Quinnipiac in the first round and then upset Syracuse in the round of 32. She…

UND Football Fills Hole at Running Back

The Fighting Hawks graduated the team's top two backs from last season

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — As UND football continues spring practice, there is a big hole to fill at the running back position. This season the Fighting Hawks won’t have John Santiago or Brady Oliveira, who each graduated. That paves the way for senior James Johannesson to step up and take over the number one spot. The Fargo native played in all…

Easton Stick Reveals Offseason Improvements at NDSU Pro Day

Stick threw for 21 NFL scouts at NDSU on Thursday

FARGO, N.D. — At the NFL Combine in the first week of March, Easton Stick really shined with his speed and agility. Only two quarterbacks ran a faster 40-yard dash, but none of them were quicker in the shuttle run or three-cone drill. On Thursday, he participated in NDSU’s Pro Day to try and impress NFL scouts with his arm….

Former Fargo Force Players Return to Scheels Arena for NCAA Tournament

There are 28 Force Alumni playing in the NCAA Tournament

FARGO, N.D. (Fargo Force) – The Fargo Force will be represented by 28 alumni playing for a national championship in the NCAA Division I Hockey Tournament when it begins on Friday. UMass leads the way with five Force alums, Minnesota State has four, and St. Cloud State has three. Jared Hilderman and Riley Tufte won a national championship with Minnesota Duluth…

Deion Harris Makes the Most of His Time at Pro Day

The UND Corner Back participated in drills today at NDSU

FARGO, N.D. — UND Football gave some of its players one last chance to prove why they deserve a spot at the next level when the team held its Pro Day at NDSU. Cornerback Deion Harris was one of the five Fighting Hawks to participate in drills in front of the 22 professional-team scouts in attendance. Harris was once a…

UND Football Adjusts to New Offensive System During Spring Practice

The Fighting Hawks learn a new system under first year Offensive Coordinator Danny Freund

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — UND football began its spring practice this month and is using this offseason to adapt to some changes. It’s the first opportunity the team has had to take the gridiron under new offensive coordinator, Danny Freund. The Fighting Hawks new play caller has UND getting used to a faster offense with players having the chance to…

NDSU QB Battle Officially Begins with Start of Spring Practice

The Bison held their first of 15 spring practices on Wednesday

FARGO, N.D. — Spring football is officially underway for North Dakota State. It is the first official practice for the 2019 squad, and at the top of the agenda is finding a starting quarterback. NDSU has four guys hoping to replace Easton Stick. Holden Hotchkiss earned the backup role last year, but redshirt freshman Trey Lance is ready to compete for…

QB Easton Stick Highlights Group of 14 Set to Participate at NDSU’s Pro Day

The Bison have their Pro Day on Thursday

FARGO, N.D. — NDSU football is holding its Pro Day on Thursday with 14 former Bison trying to wow scouts enough to end up with a professional job. Easton Stick is the biggest Bison name in the draft class. At the NFL Combine, he ran the third-fastest 40-yard dash among quarterbacks. He was the fastest in the three-cone drill and the…