High school students fill UND Memorial Union to compete in North Dakota Esports Tournament

Esports is redefining what it means to be part of a team, and for 268 North Dakota high school students, the state tournament at UND was their chance to prove it. Among them was Minot North sophomore Evan Guilmino, competing in Super Smash Bros and gaining confidence with each match. Esports not only hones skills

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Student athlete eligibility changes likely even as bill fails on North Dakota House floor

North Dakota lawmakers sent a clear message on high school sports transfers: Change is coming, but not through legislation—yet. A bill to lift the one-year waiting period for student-athletes switching schools failed, but pressure on the state’s activities association remains. With families voicing frustrations and lawmakers threatening future oversight, the association now faces a choice:

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Puck drops on West Region boys’ hockey postseason in Minot (Tournament Preview)

The West Region Boys’ Hockey Tournament kicks off on February 17 in Minot, with teams eager to carve their path to the championship. Williston faces Hazen-Beulah, while Bismarck High takes on Dickinson in the play-in games. The competition is fierce this year, especially with the likes of top-seed Minot High, which boasts a strong record

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Stakeholders testify before House Education Committee on high school activities transfer bill

On Tuesday, parents, students, and school administrators gathered at the North Dakota State Capitol to address proposed changes to high school sports transfer rules through House Bill No. 1491. This legislation seeks to simplify the transfer process by removing restrictions on recruitment and allowing immediate varsity eligibility, raising concerns among some activities directors about potential

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