Sports

U.S. Pond Hockey Championships draws crowds to Lake Nokomis
Organizers of the championships project 3,000 pond hockey players are participating, as well as thousands of spectators.
Inside the world of cornhole playing with Minnesota's first professional player
Lexi Hugeback is Minnesota's first professional cornhole player, and according to her, cornhole isn't just a game where you throw a beanbag into a hole in a board — it's a game of the mind.
Vikings fire defensive coordinator Donatell after rough year
The Minnesota Vikings fired defensive coordinator Ed Donatell on Thursday, an unsurprising decision on the veteran coach after a dismal finish by his defense.
Minnesota Now Jan. 17, 2023
We talk education funding, a potential St. Cloud medical school and jail staffing shortages. Also: Here’s how to connect with nature year-round, plus a Lynx star’s retirement announcement.
Retiring Lynx star Maya Moore Irons reflects on legacy on and off the court
The Minnesota Lynx star and Olympic champion announced Monday that she will officially retire from professional basketball after stepping away four years ago. MPR News Host Cathy Wurzer talks with Moore about the story and her legacy as she moves on from a career in basketball.