On a warm January morning, featuring a golden sunrise for a backdrop, the Alaska Dog Mushers Association (ADMA) returned to action Sunday with Preliminary Race #2 at Dog Mushers Hall.
Former Fairbanks Ice Dogs goaltender Mattias Sholl announced his commitment to the Bemidji State Beavers. Sholl will join a Bemidji roster that compete on the Division-I level.
A new basketball classification system implemented by the Alaska School Activities Association will bump the Monroe Catholic boys and the Anchorage Christian Schools' boys and girls programs from Class 3A to Class 4A next year.
The Fairbanks Ice Dogs released the remainder of their season schedule, setting a tentative date of March 12 for their return to the Big Dipper Ice Arena.
UAF announced the hiring of Dr. Peggy Keiper as the interim Athletic Director, while the administration launches a national search for a permanent, full-time AD.
The Alaska Nanooks volleyball program added three players in their 2021 recruiting class, bringing in Karlie Nielson, Ainsley Smith and Kinley Erickson.
The Alaska Dog Mushers Association held their first preliminary races of 2021 on Sunday as dogs and mushers tackled the cold temperatures and the groomed trails.
The Pro Class of the 2021 Iron Dog is scheduled take off from Big Lake February 13 with a field that is highlighted by defending champions Nick Olstad (4x) and Tyler Aklestad (2x).
UAF forward Max Newton has decided to transfer to Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts. With the new NCAA waiver, Newton will be eligible to compete for the Warriors this season.
Entering his 6th season, former Alaska Nanook Defenseman and Stanley Cup Champion Colton Parayko was named an Assistant Captain of the St. Louis Blues.
Monroe Catholic senior Quinn McHenry is taking his talents at the next level to warm weather and strong competition, signing with Sonoma State University.
Hockey athlete Jaiden Rogers signed her National Letter of Intent to compete at Indiana Tech who play on the Division-I level. Indiana Tech is playing in their first season next year.
Will high school hockey be played at outdoor rinks? Will basketball players be required to wear masks? Officials shift their focus towards winter sports, most of which are set to begin when students return from break in January.
The Carlson Center has been home to University of Alaska hockey since its doors opened in 1990. Although the Nanooks will be skating at the Patty Ice Arena on campus this year, they hope to return to Interior, Alaska's largest facility for next season.