Tag: Sports
Taking a Swing at LaunchPad Golf The Meadows
A first look inside Prior Lake’s new high-tech golf venue—complete with private bays, elevated eats, and Native-led innovation
Major League Volleyball Is Coming to Minnesota in 2027
A new pro team backed by Minnesota Sports & Entertainment will hit the court at Grand Casino Arena
The World Juniors Hit the State of Hockey
Hockey’s next generation faces off in Duluth, Bemidji, Mankato, and Rochester during the World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series
Long Live the Minneapolis Lakers: How One Team Changed the Trajectory of Minnesota Sports
Minneapolis lost its first NBA team to Los Angeles 65 years ago, but not before it left an indelible mark on the state
Hopkins’ Own Paige Bueckers Named 2025 WNBA Rookie of the Year
The Hopkins native and No. 1 draft pick dazzled in her rookie season, earning near-unanimous honors after a record-breaking year with the Dallas Wings
Major Pickleball Facility Coming to Apple Valley
Set to open mid-2026, the aptly named Picklehall will feature 18 courts, beer taps, dining, an outdoor patio, and more
Adam Thielen Returns to the Vikings in Trade with Panthers
Beloved wide receiver returns to where his NFL journey began
Where Are They Now? Catching Up With Tom Kelly
The world-series winning manager remains an ambassador for Twins baseball
A New Era Begins: Grand Casino Arena to Take Center Ice in St. Paul
The Minnesota Wild’s home gets a bold new name—and a deeper cultural connection—with Grand Casino’s 14-year naming rights partnership
Christy Sovereign’s Vision for the 2026 Special Olympics
As CEO of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, Christy Sovereign is building a future of inclusion, empowerment, and lasting change










