James

Reporter · Minot, ND

James has been covering sports in North Dakota for over seven years, with prior stints at the Dickinson Press and Minot Daily News. He holds a degree from the University of Montana and has a passion for tracking local athletes and teams.

2 stories from James in Tioga

Minot State soccer players celebrating on the field

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Minot State’s Elsa Duquesne, Iliana Rivera earn All-NSIC honors

As the sun dipped below the horizon on a crisp autumn evening, the cheers from the crowd at Herb Parker Stadium echoed the triumphs of a hard-fought season. Among the players taking their final bows were two shining stars of the Minot State Beavers soccer team, senior forward Iliana Rivera and...

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Minot State hockey players celebrating a goal during a game

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Beaver hockey teams climb to No. 2, No. 8 in current ACHA polls

As the crowd roars in the Maysa Arena, the excitement is palpable. Fans adorned in blue and green wave banners and chant the names of their beloved Beaver hockey teams. The atmosphere is electric, and it’s no wonder—the Minot State men’s hockey team has just climbed to No. 2 in the latest ACHA...

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