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High School
Howell took the title at the annual MacInnes Holiday Classic last night, defeating Houghton 3-2 in the championship match at the John MacInnes Student Ice Arena. The visiting Highlanders built an early 2-0 lead. Brendan Erickson’s goal in the second period narrowed the gap, but Dominic Girardin’s goal midway through the second frame proved to be the eventual game-winner. Jiseung Choi again drew the Gremlins to within one late in the second, but neither team would score again. Jimmy Pietila took the loss in net. Howell’s Leander Daavettila was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. It’s the first time in 38 years that a team from the Lower Peninsula has won the Classic.
The consolation match ended early because of the mercy rule, as Calumet blanked Hancock 8-0. Brent Loukus scored four times for the Copper Kings – three times in the second period. Sam Erkkila, Josh Vandenburg, Gabe Coppo and Rylan Anderson also found the net. Dean Loukus had three assists. Alex Studebaker stopped 11 shots to earn the shutout in goal.
In hockey this afternoon, Jeffers entertains Escanaba. Pregame coverage begins at 1:40 on KBear 102.3 and KBear102.com.
High school basketball resumes with a couple of games tonight…
– Chassell defeated the Hancock boys 72-64.
– The Hancock girls lost 63-32 to Westwood. D’Andra Kero led the Bulldogs with 17 points. Taylor Sebbas added nine.
The Hancock Athletic Boosters will host their annual Basketball Alumni Game today at 1:00 in the Hancock High School Gymnasium. The game will include volunteer officials, former players and coaches, and current players and coaches for both boys and girls. A wide selection of old Bulldogs athletic gear will also be offered for sale. All money raised will be donated to local charities. For more details, visit the Athletic Boosters Facebook Page.
Finlandia
The Finlandia University women’s basketball team lost to DePauw University 93-52 at the DePauw Invitational in Greencastle, Indiana yesterday afternoon. Harlee Froberg led the Lions with 14 points, and Taylor Pertile added 13. The Lions will face Franklin College this afternoon.
MTU
The Michigan Tech hockey team will take on the University of Michigan in the opening round of the Great Lakes Invitational Tournament tomorrow afternoon at 1:00 in Detroit. Michigan State University will face Lake Superior State University in the other semifinal at 4:00. The consolation and championship games will be played on Monday.
GLHL
The Portage Lake Pioneers and Calumet Wolverines will face off tonight at 7:30 at the Colosseum.
NHL
The Detroit Red Wings visit the Dallas Stars tonight. Coverage begins at 7:40 on 99.3 The Lift.
NBA
The Detroit Pistons suffered an ugly 125-88 loss to the Indiana Pacers last night. The performance was so lackluster that the team held a meeting after the game, and coach Dwayne Casey opened his press conference by apologizing to Pistons fans. Blake Griffin led Detroit with 18 points. The Pistons visit the Orlando Magic tomorrow afternoon.
NFL
The Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers will wrap up their 2018 NFL seasons against each other at Lambeau Field in a 1:00 game tomorrow. Hear the broadcast on 99.3 The Lift.
Curling
The Copper Country Curling Club is hosting two open houses for the public to try the sport. Events will be held at the Drill House Rink today from noon until 3:00; and Wednesday evening from 6:00 until 9:00. The rink is located behind Calumet High School, adjacent to the school parking lot. There is no charge, and all you need to bring is a pair of clean tennis shoes.
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