Rob Beer is the sports editor for The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead. He's been a journalist with Forum Communications since 1991. He can be reached at rbeer@forumcomm.com.| Alexandria Echo Press
“Ideally, a nickname for an athletic team serves a dual purpose,” said William Boyer, team president for Minnesota's expansion football team.| Alexandria Echo Press
As Rocco Baldelli navigates the Minnesota's early struggles, we look back at the fate of past managers. Six were fired midseason, five were let go after a season, one retired and one quit.| Alexandria Echo Press
The award has been shared multiple times in Minnesota and the Dakotas| Alexandria Echo Press
One of the earliest mentions involving Minnesota sports teams involves the national anthem being played in 1917 during a Wisconsin and Gophers football game in Madison.| Alexandria Echo Press
Donnybrooke Speedway lasted 6 years before new owners created the spectacle at Brainerd International Raceway with community support, sponsorships and camping.| Alexandria Echo Press
First gathering drew 9,000 fans to St. Paul Auditorium in 1945| Alexandria Echo Press
Cities questioned their ordinances. Parents questioned their purchases. Kids questioned what other tricks can be performed.| Alexandria Echo Press
Cell phone images are great for instant sharing but what is your long-term plan?| Alexandria Echo Press
The race helped launch careers before other regional marathons, including Grandma's, gained wider appeal.| Alexandria Echo Press
Born in 1948, the opener has become a state tradition, though not all leaders have been on board with the party-type atmosphere| Alexandria Echo Press
In the late 1980s, players began putting away the persimmon for the new metal-headed clubs| Alexandria Echo Press