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Athletic group benches ref who told wrestler to cut dreadlocks
New Jersey's athletic association said Saturday that a referee who told a high school wrestler to cut his dreadlocks or forfeit, which drew ire from an Olympian, the state's governor and many others, won't be assigned to any matches until the incident is reviewed.
Blind skaters share a goal: Let's play hockey
Eighteen players this fall joined the Minnesota Wild Blind Hockey program, the first of its kind in Minnesota. Players come in many sizes and ages. The game's a little different, but the thrill is the same.
MPR News host Cathy Wurzer chatted with Star Tribune digital sports editor Howard Sinker about the University of Minnesota's top-40 ranking for football recruiting, the outlook for Gophers basketball this season, and the upcoming Vikings-Lions game on Sunday.
U.S. ski coach: Lindsey Vonn plans to return to racing next month
Lindsey Vonn is hoping to return from injury next month and resume her pursuit of the all-time World Cup wins record, according to the U.S. Ski Team's head coach.
Cook carries Vikings past Dolphins 41-17
Dalvin Cook had a career-high 136 yards and two touchdowns on a season-high 19 carries as Minnesota stayed in control of a spot in the playoffs with a 41-17 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.