by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist Like many of the small towns that dot the map outside of the major urban areas, Fisher, MN, lays far off the normal recruiting trail for college athletes. In the far northwest corner of the state, it is a… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist Entering the eighth week of league play, the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference title race was wide open, with possibilities ranging up to a six-way tie for the top spot. After Week Eight, the c… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist All too often today, many “star” athletes feel the need to tout their greatness to the media and fans, making sure that everyone knows exactly how good he is. The antics of Cincinnati Bengals’ receiver Cha… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist Merriam-Webster defines a challenge as “a stimulating task or problem.” To many, situations like this are best avoided or procrastinated in hopes that they resolve themselves. Others, such as Drew Ziller,… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference’s craziest and most exciting season is 30 years took yet another wild twist this weekend with all four games coming down to the final minutes. A total of 1… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist Words like talented, athletic and gifted come quickly to the minds of coaches when talking about their athletes. When Saint John’s University soccer coach Pat Haws thinks about Jason Daly, those words come… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist While there is no substitute for talent, it alone does not ensure success on the playing field. Without an ample dose of hard work and dedication, an athlete, no matter how gifted, likely will not enjoy th… more »