Experienced Coaches with Ties to Bismarck Join Larks as First-Ever Scouts

October 27, 2025 - The Bismarck Larks are taking a bold step toward building a championship-caliber team by hiring two experienced scouts to support new head coach Chris Monroe. This strategic move marks the first time in franchise history that the Larks have added dedicated scouts to their baseball operations team-a new approach designed to deepen the organization's recruiting network and strengthen relationships with college programs nationwide. The two scouts, Mitch Gallagher and Justin Oliver, bring extensive experience, proven leadersh... Full Story

Fond du Lac Dock Spiders Announce Front Office Additions

October 22, 2025 - FOND DU LAC, WI - The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders have added Nikki Zerjav and Treston Wonser to the full-time staff. Zerjav joins the team as the Director of Marketing while Wonser has been added as the Tickets and Facility Manager. They join General Manager Jim Misudek and Box Office Manager Cassidy Caya in the club's front office. Zerjav, a native of Hortonville, Wisconsin, brings wide-ranging industry experience from her 10-year career with the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers from 1999 to 2009. She began as Retail Manager and r... Full Story

Last Week around the Leagues

October 14, 2025 - This past week the Las Vegas Aces won their third Women's National Basketball Association Championship, the United Football League welcomed three new cities to the league, and the Northwoods League expansion team in Richmond, Indiana, announced it will be known as the Richmond Flying Mummies. Highlights from this week come from the Women's National Basketball Association, NBA G League, United Football League, Canadian Football League, Northwoods League, Major League Soccer, Gainbridge Super League, United Soccer League One, ... Full Story

Green Bay Rockers Named Northwoods League Organization of the Year. VP/GM John Fanta Named Executive of the Year.

October 10, 2025 - Ashwaubenon, Wis. - The Northwoods League has announced the Green Bay Rockers were awarded the League's 2025 Organization of the Year award and VP/GM John Fanta was awarded the Northwoods League baseball Executive of the Year. The honors, which were decided by a vote of team officials and presented at the League's annual fall League Meetings in Madison, Wisconsin last week, are given annually to the League's top organization and outstanding executive. The Northwoods League Baseball Organization of the Year and Executive o... Full Story

• Dock Spiders Earn Northwoods League Promotion of the Year Award - Fond du Lac Dock Spiders (Northwoods) October 27
  
• Experienced Coaches with Ties to Bismarck Join Larks as First-Ever Scouts - Bismarck Larks (Northwoods) October 27
  
• Growlers Donate $2,182 to Bronson Children's Hospital - Kalamazoo Growlers (Northwoods) October 24
  
• Northwoods League Announces Woodchucks' Matt Clark as Broadcaster of the Year - Wausau Woodchucks (Northwoods) October 23
  
• Fond du Lac Dock Spiders Announce Front Office Additions - Fond du Lac Dock Spiders (Northwoods) October 22
  
• Former Growler Joey Loperfido to Appear in 2025 World Series as Toronto Blue Jay - Kalamazoo Growlers (Northwoods) October 22
  
• Woodchucks and Ignite Release 2025 Community Impact Report - Wausau Woodchucks (Northwoods) October 21
  
• Fans Select 'Summer in Southwest Michigan' Jersey as Inspiration for 2026 Jersey - Kalamazoo Growlers (Northwoods) October 20
  
• Northwoods League Announces Promotion, Community Program, Outstanding Theme Night and Most Valuable Team Member - (Northwoods) October 17
  
• Bismarck Larks Share 2025 Community Impact Report - Bismarck Larks (Northwoods) October 16
  
• Woodchucks and Aspirus Raise $7,000 for Safe Kids Marathon County - Wausau Woodchucks (Northwoods) October 16
  
• Rockers Announce Ticket Packages for the 2026 Season - Green Bay Rockers (Northwoods) October 15
  
• Last Week around the Leagues - (Northwoods) October 14
  
• Royal Oak Leprechauns Host 2nd Annual Halloween Stroll at Memorial Park - Royal Oak Leprechauns (Northwoods) October 13
  
• 2026 Season Tickets on Sale Now - Duluth Huskies (Northwoods) October 10
  
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• Larks add two scouts to baseball operations staff - Northwoods Bismarck Tribune (October 28)
  
• An emerging voice - Northwoods Minot Daily News (October 28)
  
• 2 Express alumni set to take part in World Series - Northwoods Eau Claire Leader Telegram (October 23)
  
• Hot Tots' Hocking honored by Northwoods League - Northwoods Minot Daily News (October 18)
  
• Tribune Notebook: Willmar Cardinals goalie earns top performer honor - Northwoods West Central Tribune (October 10)
  
• Northwoods League unveils Richmond Flying Mummies - Northwoods Sports Logos Net News (October 10)
  
• 'Flying Mummies' beats 'Groove' as Richmond's newest baseball team name - Northwoods Richmond Palladium-Item (October 9)
  
• Willmar Stingers will have a new owner - Northwoods West Central Tribune (October 7)
  
• Area baseball: Willmar baseball icon passes away - Northwoods West Central Tribune (October 1)
  
• Northwoods League: Freddy's back ... again - Northwoods West Central Tribune (September 26)
  
• SESKER: Carson Park is awesome venue for baseball, football - Northwoods Eau Claire Leader Telegram (September 22)
  
• Tribune Notebook: Willmar soccer player is honored by CLC - Northwoods West Central Tribune (September 20)
  
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