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Hennepin County Sheriff's deputy has Olympic gold and silver on his resume
MINNEAPOLIS — When Otis Harris began working courtroom security at the Hennepin County public safety building in January, he carried some impressive medals that initially went undetected. "I'm not going to walk around boasting or bragging about it," Harris said, as he reluctantly showed off two of his most...
A former University of Minnesota diver wins first U.S. medal of the Paris Summer Olympics
Divers Sarah Bacon, formerly of the University of Minnesota, and Kassidy Cook have won the United States’ first medal of the Paris Olympics. Bacon and Cook took home the silver in the 3-meter synchronized springboard competition, held at the Aquatics Center in Saint-Denis, north of Paris. This is the first time the U.S. has medaled in the event since 2012.
Minnesota team strikes gold at AAU Nationals
From July 2 to 6, the World Taekwondo Academy Competition Team showcased their exceptional skills at the AAU Nationals in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The AAU Nationals, one of the world’s premier taekwondo tournaments, attracts nearly 4,000 top competitors from across North America. The World Taekwondo Academy Team emerged victorious, bringing home a total of 27 medals, including eight golds. Notably, seven athletes qualified for the USA National Team Trials, with one already securing a spot on the team. World Taekwondo Academy was the only team in Minnesota to qualify athletes for the team trials, set to take place in Greensboro, North Carolina, at the end of July. The Academy is poised to continue their winning streak and aims to bring back more gold from the USA National Team Trials.
Minnesota coach PJ Fleck on an EA Sports College Football 25 hack
'A fun matchup': Players enjoy facing former teammates in EA Sports College Football 25. It's not just Wisconsin football players facing each other in the most-hyped video game of a generation. See how it's brought together players from different teams across the nation.
Minnesota Vikings legend Cris Carter prepares for Down for the Challenge event raising money for the Salvation Army
(ABC 6 News) — Legendary Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Cris Carter is helping put on the annual Down for the Challenge event which raises money for the Salvation Army. The event occurs on Saturday at the Omni Vikings Lakes Hotel in Eagan. More than 100 people will be rappelling down the 14-story building all in support of the Salvation Army.
Here are the Minnesota Olympians to watch at the Paris Games
More than two dozen athletes with Minnesota ties head to Paris this week for the Summer Olympics.The big picture: Gymnast Suni Lee of St. Paul and swimmer Regan Smith of Lakeville — two of the state's buzziest Olympians — will vie to return to the podium this year. Both medaled in the 2020 games, with Lee taking home gold.Zoom in: Eight members of Team USA have a hometown listed in Minnesota. They'll compete in sports ranging from sailing to volleyball.All but one of those athletes are from the metro. The other, BMX bike racer Alise Willoughby, is from St. Cloud.The...
Lynx quartet ready to take center stage as the Olympic curtain rises in Paris
MINNEAPOLIS — The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are finally here. Competitions have already begun and Friday afternoon marks the official ceremonial commencement of the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad. The Next will be all over Team USA’s quest for an eighth consecutive gold medal and the rest of the women’s basketball tournament over the coming weeks and the Minnesota Lynx have a healthy share of storylines in Paris.
Aurora Defender Kelis Barton Signs Pro Contract
EAGAN, Minn. – Aurora Defender Kelis Barton has signed a professional contract with Rugby Borough WFC in Rugby, England. Rugby Borough Football Club was founded in 1994 and has expanded to include women’s and men’s professional teams, as well as juniors, girls, and academy teams. Rugby Borough...
Minnesota Vikings 2024 Training Camp preview
EAGAN — The Minnesota Vikings took their next step toward the 2024-25 season after opening up training camp July 24 at TCO Performance Center in Eagan. The organization enters year three under the reigns of Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo Mensah and Head Coach Kevin O’Connell who have kept high expectations for the team despite uncertainty at quarterback for the first time in six years now that Kirk Cousins has departed for the Atlanta Falcons. ...
Gophers football expects to fully dive into revenue-sharing model [Pioneer Press]
INDIANAPOLIS — P.J. Fleck arrived at Big Ten Media Days on Thursday with new buzzwords — because of course he did. The Gophers head football coach was ready to meet the ever-changing college football landscape during his interviews at Lucas Oil Stadium. “We believe in having the transactional...
Gophers’ P.J. Fleck at Big Ten Media Days on 2023 passing game: ‘I didn’t do a very good job’
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The University of Minnesota football team is at Big Ten Media Days this week in Indianapolis, one of many signs that football season is just around the corner. P.J. Fleck, quarterback Max Brosmer, running back Darius Taylor and linebacker Cody Lindenberg are representing the Gophers in...
Thomas McMillian Breaks 13-14 NAG Record With 56.36 100 Backstroke
LCM (50 meters) 14 year old Thomas McMillan swam to a new national age group (NAG) record in the boys 100 backstroke on night 2 of Futures in Minneapolis. McMillan swam to a 56.36. McMillan who swims for St Charles Swim Team out of Illinois broke the previous record that...
Black Business Night at the Ballpark will help Black entrepreneurs pitch to St. Paul Saints fans
As the St Paul Saints take the field on August 8, the Saints organization will use the summer night at CHS Field to cheer on Minnesota’s Black small business owners. WCCO’s Sheletta Brundidge on what it means, and how to get involved.
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