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Lady Eagles get the basketball season underway
The Northland Lady Eagles got their season underway Thursday night after having opening night pushed back due to poor road conditions on Nov. 30. The girls traveled to Cromwell to take on the Cardinals in a non-conference matchup.
Free throws and injury cost Eagles
Riding high on a pair of victories from the previous week, the Northland Eagles traveled to Hill City to take on the Hornets in a conference match-up. Despite a late game charge the boys came up a 3 pointer shy at the final buzzer 45-42.
Lady Eagles build respect and experience, if not wins
The Northland Lady Eagles hosted the Pine River-Backus Tigers in a non-conference match-up on Tuesday. Missed opportunities cost the Eagles and the final buzzer told the tale as the girls fell 36-56.
Lady Eagles offense back on track scoring 222 points in three games
The Northland Lady Eagles traveled to Cass Lake last Monday to kick off a busy week against a tough Panther team on their home court. Although the Panthers gave up the ball 25 times, easy baskets and a lack of momentum set the girls back on offense with the final …
Lady Eagles outpace conference rivals for a pair of road wins
The Northland Lady Eagles hit the road last week looking to capitalize on recent good play and to seek redemption for a disappointing loss to Bigfork three weeks ago.
Eagles fall to Cardinals, Huskies
The Northland Eagles traveled to Cromwell to take on the Cardinals last Tuesday coming away with a hard fought loss 51-80.
Lady Eagles chalk up experience, if not wins
The Northland Lady Eagles returned to the court after a multiple game slide looking for redemption as they traveled to Onamia. The girls put up solid game but a last second three pointer left the ladies one point shy of overtime 61-62.
Lady Eagles post-season ends with loss to Onamia
The Lady Eagles hit the first round of playoffs last Monday as they faced non-conference foe Onamia. Despite a double-digit lead in the first half, the girls were unable to hang in to the final buzzer and fell 41-44.
Eagles find redemption in Floodwood and move into the playoffs
The Northland Eagles boys basketball team hosted McGregor as the season winds down. The experience of the Mercuries proved too much for the Eagles to handle as they fell 45-63. "McGregor has a senior dominated team and will more than likely be the number one seed in our sub-section. Turnovers …
Northland Eagles post 2 wins and 3 losses to open the '11 season
Rain, sleet, snow and wind all add up to several postponements for the Eagles Baseball team this year. A handful of seniors are leading a young group of Eagles on another quest to return to the final four of the Section for the fifth time in the last six seasons …
Northland Eagles get back on track with a win over Mountain Iron-Buhl
As the weather has warmed over the course of the last couple of weeks, the Northland Eagles have been looking to warm up their bats and defensive gloves. The boys traveled to Greenway to take on the Raiders in hopes of breaking a three game slide and get back to …
War-Eagles run strong in Sebeka meet
The Deer-River/Northland War-Eagle Cross-Country Team competed in it's conference meet in Sebeka on Tuesday, October 18th. The runners showed up ready to compete and gave outstanding performances in this important event.
Lady Eagles return to winning form
The Northland Lady Eagles returned to the hardwood after a break for the holidays. Concentrating on reducing turnovers, the girls entered the new year with new hopes and expectations for the remainder of the season. The first game of the new year found the girls just down the road in …
Lady Eagles trounce Cass Lake, then Laporte
The Northland Lady Eagles continue to improve as the season moves on. Early season turnover issues have given way to better game management and consistent play. The Cass Lake Panthers paid a visit to the friendly confines of Northland High School Monday night and left for home with a 69-52 …
