Trek to the X: The Journey Begins

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The Journey Begins IN THIS ISSUE Community rinks drive the State of Hockey...Page 5 The Journey Begins...Page 7 Adam Johnson remembered...Page 9 Warroad coach files lawsuit...Page 9 Gruba to be a Gopher...Page 31

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Minnesota Hockey, an affiliate of USA Hockey, is the governing body of youth and amateur hockey in Minnesota and the premier developer of hockey players in the state. Minnesota Hockey is governed by a board of directors and consists of approximately 140 community based associations who are formed into 12 districts.

Community rinks drive the State of Hockey

by STEVE MANN

Minnesota Hockey Columnist

“If you love hockey, specifically hockey in Minnesota, we need to make sure that support for the community-owned arena doesn’t start to erode.”

- Mike Snee team continuity and overall community connection.

“I’m fortunate to be able to come to Minnesota every year and am familiar with how things are run,” he said.

“Your families come together, stay together and build that sense of community at the rink. Here, I have 16 ninth graders that have come from eight different organizations… On my 20-man roster, there might only be a handful of players that have ever played together more than one or two years before they joined our team.”

“When you walk into an ice rink in Minnesota, they’re show places; they are prideful aspects of the community,” Ossenmacher continued. “If you lose the community rink, you lose the community model, because a for-profit model doesn’t cater to the community, it caters to profit. If you don’t continue to support it, and community rinks do close, you’ll end up chasing rinks. And when you chase rinks, you chase teams.

And when you chase teams, you don’t have community anymore.”

How Can Citizens of The State of Hockey Help?

So, what can people in Minnesota do to ensure that hockey in our state remains a fixture of the community?

“Be active and make sure your voice is heard,” says Snee. “Make sure referendums for ice rinks pass on election day. Get the word out and tell people why it’s important. The community ice arena is no different than the playground or community pool or the baseball and football fields. These are assets that are such an important part of living in a vibrant place. Community-owned ice arenas in Minnesota make hockey much more affordable and accessible to a much larger group of people than it would be otherwise.”

Recently completed or approved ice arena projects in Virginia, Proctor, Cloquet, Maple Grove, Marshall and many other towns demonstrate a clear intent to preserve and celebrate the local rink as centerpieces of our communities and

as gathering places that provide value to residents. This fall, in Bloomington, otherwise rival players from Kennedy and Jefferson high schools have joined forces, encouraging their neighbors to support improvements to the iconic Bloomington Ice Garden.

Snee says there is a heightened awareness of how important public ownership of ice arenas is to the overall health of the game.

“The ice arena is to the winter what

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Soon it will be Election Day and Minnesotans will be headed to the polls to vote, many likely doing so after having just dropped their child off at a hockey practice at the local municipal arena. And if its an arena in Minnesota, then its likely an arena that was paid for in part by funds that were approved by voters in a previous election.

“The topic of community-owned arenas is the most under-appreciated part of the very successful and unique hockey model in Minnesota,” said Mike Snee, director of College Hockey Inc. and former executive director of Minnesota Hockey. “If Minnesota’s rink ownership model were to change from public to private, many of the rinks would close because, the reality is most rinks won’t be profitable. Fortunately, enough people in Minnesota look at ice rinks the way they look at playgrounds and high school football fields. The intent isn’t to make money, but to serve the community.”

Why Public is the Paradigm Many, including Snee, believe it’s critical to the long-term health of the game in Minnesota to maintain the municipally owned model.

“If a rink is publicly owned, more than likely the main users of the rink are going to be non-profit youth hockey associations, high school programs and other entities that are considered community assets and not for profit,” he said. “If the rinks were privately owned, the primary users would be academies, clubs and private hockey organizations, in other words hockey programs that are better for the bottom line. The community programs and high school teams might be fourth or fifth in line.”

This example has played out in other well-known hockey hubs in the U.S., where a shift from a public to a private ownership model has negatively impacted the local associations. As fewer non-profit community-based programs have access to ice and families turn to sponsored teams or look to play elsewhere, the connection to the community declines, the hockey culture suffers and participation numbers fall. It provides a cautionary tale for hockey fans in Minnesota.

A non-Minnesotan’s Perspective Ryan Ossenmacher has coached at the high school level in Michigan for 17 years, is president of the state’s high school coaches association, and led the Team Michigan Seniors to victory at the CCM NIT held at Plymouth Ice Arena in Minnesota this past spring. He has seen the aforementioned scenario firsthand in his home state.

“The reality is that here in Michigan, if you went back 30 years, we had a fair number of community rinks,” he said. “That number has done nothing but decline as cities choose to no longer fund them. They become empty spaces, eye sores or they’re torn down. I can’t even tell you the last time we built a new rink. I live in Northville. We don’t have a rink, so our kids travel to a community outside of our community to play.”

According to Ossenmacher, that lack of local ice has had a big impact on

the high school football field is to the fall,” he said. “It’s where the community gathers, where people who played hockey 50 years ago still show up to watch the high school teams, where neighbors grab a coffee to watch their kids play and get caught up. The ice arena allows the ‘meaningful’ of hockey in Minnesota to occur.”

“In Minnesota, what we have hockey wise is unique, special and it works extremely well,” Snee added. “If you love hockey, specifically hockey in Minnesota, we need to make sure that support for the community-owned arena doesn’t start to erode. Hockey in Minnesota is as healthy as it’s ever been and the best time to take care of something is when it’s healthy.”

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by BRYAN ZOLLMAN

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“It’s not about the finish line. It’s about the road. Where that road leads is unknown. It’s about the person sitting next to you in the lockMonday, Nov. 13 was the official start of high school hockey practice for er room, willing to go down that road with you. It’s about a path not boys in the state of hockey. clearly visible that you are willing to travel. It’s about going to battle But really it is much more than that. with those you have come to love and respect - to have their backs, It’s the start of many things.

For the player moving up from Ban- knowing they have yours.”

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tams it’s the start of his high school journey. It’s the next step in fulfilling the lifelong dream of pulling on the varsity sweater and rushing onto the ice as your hometown fans scream in unison. It’s knowing your mom and dad are somewhere in the stands, looking on with pride. All the work, all the miles, all the sweat and all the tears have led to this moment.

It’s the start of tryouts and not knowing which roster you will land on. When those names are posted, will yours be on it? Will the coach call you into his office and tell you you’ve made the varsity team? Will he tell you you need to develop more on junior varsity? Or will he thank you for your commitment and effort, and tell you there just isn’t a spot for you?

Yes, not everything is roses and sunshine for everyone this time of year. All that work, all those miles, sweat and tears and frozen toes and fingers sometimes end without ever pulling that varsity sweater over your head.

Hopefully those kids and parents understand that being a hockey player isn’t defined by what level you achieve.

It is defined by the passion in which you play the game. There’s an old saying that hockey players aren’t born, they’re made. This is true. Nobody falls out of bed knowing how to strap knives on their feet and perform crossovers. It is work. Hard work. It is dedication. It is passion that makes a hockey player.

So for those whose names are not on the board after tryouts know this: you are a hockey player and will always be a hockey player. If you truly love it, don’t stop playing. There is always a spot for you somewhere.

For those whose name is on the board, know this: Your life is about to get tougher. Every day has to be spent doing one thing: getting better. Not for you, not for mom or dad, and not for the college or NHL scout who may be in the stands on any given night. You have to get better for your teammates. Your buddies. Your brothers in battle.

If hockey was easy, everyone would do it. It isn’t. It’s difficult. It’s also fun as hell, which is why we work so dang

hard at it. Wake up each day knowing you have a chance to get stronger, to get faster, to shoot harder, to pass better and most importantly to be the best teammate you can be.

For coaches, today is the start of a process, a plan. All those summer nights thinking about this and about that is coming to fruition. Chances are the plans won’t go off without a hitch.

There will be hitches. Probably lots of them. But you are steering the ship, the captain, the driving force in not just making your kids better hockey players, but better teammates, classmates and down the road spouses and parents.

Deep down us coaches know that trophies are fun to chase, they give us purpose and they give us something to work for. The elusive state tournament is set in your sights for many of you. For some that is unrealistic and you may be aiming your arrow at a more narrow target. Maybe the goal is a certain amount of wins, a playoff victory, beating a storied rival, or just having fun. Whatever that target is, aim with precision and do your best.

You may get a phone call or a text from an angry parent whose kid isn’t getting enough playing time, or was cut from the team. Understand it is part of

the job and it doesn’t mean you are doing a bad one. You were given the position to make tough decisions because people believe in you. Always, always do what is best for the team, the program and embrace the great responsibility you have been awarded. It won’t always be fun, but it will be worth it.

For the kids wearing the C or the A this season, it is the start of taking that next step in your hockey career. You are a leader now. Your coaches have seen how you go about your business, how you treat others, and how you play the game. Embrace your new role and do the best you can. If you see a teammate struggling off the ice, be there for them.

If you see a teammate get out of line, be there. If nobody grabbed the puck bag on the bus and you are the last one off, carry the dang bag. Wearing the patch does not give you privilege, it gives you responsibility. Heed that responsibility with purpose and conviction.

For mom and dad this is the start of another season on your journey that likely began with your player crying as you strapped on those uncomfortable shoulder pads their first day of practice.

Perhaps they spent five minutes on the ice before begging for that ice cream you promised. For some parents this

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might be the first year you aren’t driving to practices. You also aren’t watching practices. This is a good thing. It’s also hard. After being there every step of the way, it is now time to let go a little bit.

Trust in the process. Trust the coaches.

For those who coached the bantam team it is time to let go not just a little, but a lot. You have done your job in developing your players to play at the next level. Now let the current high school coaches do theirs. Keep in mind, while you are probably a good coach, there’s a reason the Penguins general manager isn’t calling you right now. Sit back and watch and take pride in knowing you had a hand in developing those players.

Be their cheerleader. Whatever benchmark they achieve in life, they won’t forget you and how you helped them get there.

The first practice is the start of many things in boys high school hockey.

Some things big, some things small. It’s also a good time to pause and reflect on the years spent getting to this point, and the hills and valleys that lie ahead. The unknown of the future is what makes the present so important. The experience of being a high school hockey player in Minnesota is special. Being able to coach these kids is special. Watching your child’s hard work and determination is special.

Not every player will get a chance to play at the X. A tiny fraction will be able to call themselves state champions.

November 13 was the start of things more important than trophies. It’s not about the finish line. It’s about the road.

Where that road leads is unknown. It’s about the person sitting next to you in the locker room, willing to go down that road with you. It’s about a path not clearly visible that you are willing to travel.

It’s about going to battle with those you have come to love and respect ¬ to have their backs, knowing they have yours.

They say the ends justify the means.

But it is the means – the journey – that matters most. It is the friendships and the memories that will last a lifetime.

Most importantly that first practice is the start of an opportunity.

Embrace it. When the end of that road is reached, the only thing that matters is whether or not you enjoyed the ride.

If you remember anything on this day of new beginnings remember why we play this game: to have fun.

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Spurgeon Delivers Jerseys The Wild hand delivered their new 78’s jerseys to their on-the-glass season ticket members in September. Captain Jared Spurgeon even helped out with a few of the deliveries, including Tom Gerdes. Tom has been a season ticket member since the inaugural season.

From Tom: “Our family has loved the Wild and been a season ticket holder since day one. I have been very fortunate to coach at Eden Prairie for over 20 years, including the last nine at the high school level. Both of my sons were fortunate enough to play in the MN High School State Hockey Tournament which is incredible, and we are proud of the NHL players that Eden Prairie has produced... including former Wild players Chad Rau, Kyle Rau and Nick Seeler, along with current NHL players Nick Leddy and Casey Mittelstadt. GO WILD.”

7 Minnesotans dot U.S. Junior Select team roster

USA Hockey announced the 22 (Holden, Mass./Madison CapiPlayer Hometown Current team College players named to the 2023 U.S. Ju- # tols), Caleb Heil (Victoria, Minn./ nior Select Team that will compete 1 Caleb Heil Victoria, Minn.

Sioux Falls North Dakota Sioux Falls Stampede), Tory Pitat the 2023 World Junior A Chal- 30 Hampton Slukynsky Warroad, Minn.

Fargo Force Northern Michigan ner (Greenwich, Conn.) and Mac lenge from December 10-17 in Tru- Defense Swanson (Anchorage, Alaska/ ro, Nova Scotia.

11 Philippe Blais-Savoie San Jose, Calif.

Tri-City Storm Colorado College Fargo Force) represented the U.S. Will Felicio Holden, Mass.

Madison University of Denver All 22 players on Team USA 4 Elliott Groenewold Bellows Falls, Vt. Cedar Rapids Quinnipiac University at the 2023 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, currently compete in the United 5 while Joe Connor (Amherst, N.H./ Adam Kleber Chaska, Minn.

Lincoln Stars Minnesota-Duluth States Hockey League, the nation’s 2 Muskegon Lumberjacks), Griffin 6 Jack Phelan Hinsdale, Ill. Sioux Falls Wisconsin only Tier I junior hockey league.

Erdman (Wilmington, Del./WaTory Pitner Greenwich, Conn.

Youngstown Denver The group features 13 forwards, 15 terloo Black Hawks), and Strath22 Andrew Strathmann Beach Park, Ill. Youngstown North Dakota seven defensemen and two goaltenmann took part in the 2022 event.

Forwards ders.

21 Finn Brink Maple Grove, Minn.

Madison Wisconsin The U.S. opens tournament The roster is highlighted by six 12 Charlie Cerrato Fallston, Md. Youngstown Penn State play on Dec. 11 against Slovakia at players selected in the 2023 NHL Trevor Connelly Tustin, Calif.

Tri-City Storm Providence 2:30 p.m. ET. Draft, including Brandon Svobo- 16 10 Joe Connor Amherst, N.H. Muskegon Northeastern NOTES: Since the inauguda (Level Green, Pa./Youngstown 9 Griffin Erdman Wilmington, Del. Waterloo Northeastern ral World Junior A Challenge in Phantoms) who was taken with the 18 Beckett Hendrickson Minnetonka, Minn.

Sioux Falls Minnesota 2006, Team USA has captured 71st overall pick in the third round 20 Gavin Lindberg Fergus Falls, Minn.

Waterloo Colorado College nine tournament crowns (2008, by the San Jose Sharks; Chris Pe- 14 Chris Pelosi Sewell, N.J. Sioux Falls Quinnipiac 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, losi (Sewell, N.J./Sioux Falls Stam- 7 Zam Plante Hermantown, Minn.

Fargo Force Minnesota Duluth 2016, 2018, 2022), including the pede), who was selected by the 17 James Reeder Glenview, Ill. Dubuque Denver 2022 title... Marc Boxer (Hancock, Boston Bruins 92nd overall in the 19 Kaden Shahan Everett, Wash Sioux City Connecticut Mich.) is the general manager of third round; Columbus Blue Jackets 23 Brandon Svoboda Level Green, Pa. Youngstown Boston the 2023 U.S. Junior Select Team. fourth round (98th overall) selec- 24 Mac Swanson Anchorage, Alaska Fargo Force North Dakota Matt Smaby (Minneapolis, Minn./ tion Andrew Strathmann (Beach Waterloo Black Hawks) will serve Park, Ill./Youngstown Phantoms); as head coach of the U.S. Junior Select Boston Bruins fourth round (124th overIn addition, Zam Plante (Herman- Hawks), and Strathmann.

Team, joined by assistant coaches Mike all) selection Beckett Hendrickson (MinSeveral players have represented the Leone (Dearborn Heights, Mich./Green netonka, Minn./Sioux Falls Stampede); town, Minn./Fargo Force) was selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the fifth round U.S. at previous international events. Bay Gamblers), Carter Krier (Moorhead, Los Angeles Kings fourth round (118th Hendrickson and Slukynsky won gold Minn./Fargo Force), and Evan Dixon overall) draftee Hampton Slukynsky (150th overall) in the 2022 NHL Draft.

Two players from the 2022 U.S. Junior with Team USA at the 2023 IIHF Un- (Novi, Mich./Dubuque Fighting Saints).

(Warroad, Minn./Fargo Force); and DeSelect Team are returning to World Jr. A der-18 Men’s World Championship. troit Red Wings fifth round pick (137th Additionally, Trevor Connelly (Tusoverall) Jack Phelan (Hinsdale, Ill./Sioux Challenge action, including Gavin Lindberg (Fergus Falls, Minn./Waterloo Black tin, Calif./Tri-City Storm), Will Felicio Falls Stampede).

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Adam Johnson remembered as great teammate, incredible person

by BRYAN ZOLLMAN

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The hockey world learned the shocking news the morning of Oct. 29 that Adam Johnson, a former University of Minnesota-Duluth player and graduate of Hibbing High School, died following an injury suffered on the ice while playing overseas for the Nottingham Panthers on Saturday, Oct. 28.

Johnson, 29, was carrying the puck just inside the Sheffield Steelers blueline when a Sheffield player lost his footing and his skate blade made contact with Johnson’s neck. Play was immediately stopped and players sent to their locker rooms. Fans were escorted out of the building as Johnson was treated on the ice by medical professionals. It was announced early on Oct. 29 by the Nottingham Panthers that Johnson passed away from his injury.

“The Nottingham Panthers are truly devastated to announce that Adam Johnson has tragically passed away following a freak accident at the game in Sheffield last night,” The Panthers said in a statement. “The Panthers would like to extend our thoughts and condolences to Adam’s family, his partner, and all his friends at this extremely difficult time.”

Adam Johnson was in his first season with Nottingham in the Elite Ice Hockey League in England.

Johnson was a finalist for Minnesota’s Mr. Hockey in 2013 playing for Hibbing-Chisholm. He went on to play two seasons for Sioux City in the USHL before attending the University of Minneso-

Adam Johnson graduated from Hibbing High School in 2013 where he was a finalist for Mr. Hockey. He played at the University of Minnesota-Duluth and played seven games in the NHL for the Penguins.

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ta Duluth. He went undrafted, but played in the American Hockey League for the Pittsburgh Penguins Wilkes-Barre/Scranton minor league squad. He played six games with the NHL’s Penguins in 201819 and recorded two assists. The following season he played in seven games with the big club and recorded a goal and an assist. He toiled in the AHL until last season when he played for the Augsburger

Panther in the Deutsch League in Germany. He joined the Nottingham team this season in the Elite Ice Hockey League in England.

More than 8,000 fans were in attendance at the Nottingham game when Johnson was injured.

“Everyone at the club, including players, staff, management, and ownership are heartbroken at the news of Adam’s

passing,” the Panthers’ statement said.

“Our thoughts are also with the fans and staff of both clubs, especially those who attended or who were following the game, who will be devastated following today’s news.”

The Panthers thanked medical staff and team personnel who rushed to Adam’s aid after the injury occurred calling it the “most testing circumstances.”

They described Adam as a great teammate.

“Adam, our number 47, was not only an outstanding ice hockey player, but also a great teammate and an incredible person with his whole life in front of him.

The club will dearly miss him and will never forget him.”

The club asked for privacy for Adam’s family and friends and the club “at this difficult time as we all seek to come to terms with our grief.”

The University of Minnesota-Duluth men’s hockey staff issued the following statement: “We are deeply devastated to learn last evening of the passing of Adam Johnson. Adam was loved and admired by his teammates, coaches, and staff. As talented as he was on the ice, he was even a better person. Adam remained connected to the program, and for our time with him we are eternally grateful. Adam, we love you, we will miss you.”

Nottingham announced recently they will retire Johnson’s number 47. The opposing player involved in the incident has since been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter. The investigation is ongoing.

Warroad coach files defamation suit against parents

by BRYAN ZOLLMAN

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A civil defamation lawsuit was filed Nov. 13 in Roseau County District Court by Warroad girls’ head hockey coach David Marvin against a group of six people he alleges made false statements about him in an effort to damage his reputation.

The lawsuit states a set of parents (six individuals in all) made baseless allegations, wild accusations and false statements about Marvin in order to damage his reputation within the Warroad community.

The lawsuit states that despite the success of the program (Warroad has won back-to-back Class A state titles), the Defendants “repeatedly leveled false accusations of criminal activity, sexual harassment, and abuse against Marvin and have invited and encouraged others to do the same.”

Marvin is in his 18th season as head coach of the Warroad girls program and has led them to 13 state tournament appearances and four state titles.

The lawsuit alleges: “For months Defendants have conducted a campaign to harm Marvin’s reputation and have him removed as a coach for the Warroad Girls Hockey Team. Among other things, Defendants have made reports about Marvin to the Warroad

David Marvin is in his 18th season as head coach of the Warroad girls program. He filed a defamation lawsuit against a group of six individuals alleging “baseless accusations” the group publicly made against him.

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High School administration, including the athletic department. The school investigated those allegations and later renewed Marvin’s coach contract. Unsatisfied, Defendants then moved their

campaign to social media and continued to harm Marvin’s reputation.”

The lawsuit points to an open letter published by the group of individuals.

The lawsuit alleges: “The October 30

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Letter falsely accused Marvin of “sexually harassing comments and public urination in front of minor players” and “Sexual Harassment – Minn. Stat. § 609.749,” as well as “Intentional infliction of emotional distress” and “Hazing under Minn. Stat. § 135A.155,” among other things.”

The letter was published on social media and sent to other media outlets, the lawsuit contends, including Sports Illustrated which the lawsuit alleges published the “false statements.”

The Warroad School District said in a social media post on Nov. 3 that they addressed the situation.

“The concerns raised by some individuals regarding the Warroad Girls Hockey program have already been addressed. We recognize that some may not be satisfied, but ISD #690 is looking forward and prepared for a positive and exciting season as we support all our Warriors!”

The district had cleared Marvin of any wrongdoing after an internal investigation last spring, although a suspension was handed down to an assistant coach who did violate school policy.

The lawsuit requests a civil jury trial and seeks $50,000 in damages and includes a clause that prohibits any further defamatory statements made by the defendants.

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Class AA Season Outlook

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Who has the right stuff?

Class AA Boys Preseason Rankings

by BRYAN ZOLLMAN

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The Class AA field is chock full of Division I talent, but as Herb Brooks rightfully stated decades ago when picking his 1980 Miracle On Ice squad, it’s not about having the best players, it’s about having the right ones.

Talent, of course, can bring teams deep into postseason runs. It is a necessity for any team that hopes to compete for the coveted crowning achievement in high school hockey.

But we have seen many talented teams rely so much on talent that something is missing, and those intangibles are sometimes the difference between a 3-2 win and a 3-2 loss in a big game. Or, sometimes a team just has a really good goalie, or gets a bounce or a call to go their way.

In addition to talent, teams must have leadership, character, coaching, and a bit of luck.

Let’s Play Hockey conducted their pre-season coaches poll after the first week of practice. It’s always difficult to rank teams, which is why we ask those who know best ­— the coaches. And this season they picked up where last season left off with Minnetonka ranked atop the Class AA field.

The Skippers took home the state title last year after a 2-1 win over Edina. They finished 29-2 and bring back a load of talent with a roster almost half full of Division I commits. Yet, the Skippers had to go into overtime in the quarterfinals to beat a young and inexperienced Hill-Murray squad that entered the tournament with a near .500 record.

It is further proof of the parity in Class AA hockey. There never is a clear favorite, although the Class AA field is seeing more and more of the same teams competing every year.

But there are always emerging programs as well. For example, Chanhassen cemented themselves as a contender last season before being bumped in the section playoffs by Minnetonka. Can the Storm make more waves this season with a crop of experienced players returning, including perhaps the state’s top goaltender.

And let’s not forget about Rogers, just up the road from Maple Grove. Who remembers when Maple Grove was an upand-coming program. Now they are a perennial contender and a college prospect factory.

Will this be the year Maple Grove wins their first title?

Moorhead has been the bridesmaid, but never the bride. Will this be their year?

St. Thomas Academy had a Class A run for the books, but can they get there in AA? So many good players, so many good teams, and so many good games yet to play.

Who will be there in the end?

It may not be the team that looks best on paper. It will likely be determined by whatever team has all the right parts clicking at the right time.

So, who does have the right stuff?

Here is a breakdown of every team, section-by-section: Section 1AA Farmington Tigers Coach: Scott Macho State Tournaments: 1994, 2000, ‘16 2022-23 Record: 3-23-0 Top Returners: Jacob Miller Jr./F (27-9), Kellen Conway Jr./D (2-5-7), Everett Bennett Jr./F (4-2-6), Brandon Risch Jr./F (4-2-6).

Season Outlook: With just three wins last season and losing their top three scorers, Farmington will look to bring in some new players to help elevate their offense. Last year their top scorer had just 10 points. They last won a section title in 2016.

Lakeville North Panthers Coach: Jake Taylor State Tournaments: 2006, ’10, ’11, ’13, ’14, ’15 (State Champions), ’18

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Others Receiving Votes: Centennial, Champlin Park, Academy of Holy Angels, Stillwater, Elk River/Zimmerman, Rosemount, Lakeville North, Shakopee, Gentry Academy, Park-Cottage Grove.

Gavin Uhlenkamp is one of the top players in the state and will look to lead Chanhassen along with a deep roster as they battle in Section 2AA against defending state champion Minnetonka who also brings back a deep roster.

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2022-23 Record: 13-15-0 Top Returners: Tyler Arneson Sr./F (16-19-35), Marcus Jackson Sr./D (3-811), Wyatt Brunello Jr./D (1-6-7), Parker Schultz Jr./F (4-3-7), Van Eigner Sr./G (310-0/3.74/.873), Carter Mayfield (Jr./G (64-0/2.57/.908.

Season Outlook: The Panthers bring back their top scorer in Tyler Arneson but lose six of their top seven scorers to graduation. They will rely on some newcomers to help fortify the offense and power play.

They do have experience at goalie with Eigner and Mayfield both seeing action last year.

Lakeville South Cougars Coach: Josh Storm State Tournaments: 2008, ‘12, ‘17, ‘19, ‘20, ‘21, ‘22, ‘23 2022-23 Record: 21-8-1 Top Returners: Brayden Olson Jr./F (17-24-41), Jackson Ernst Jr./F (9-9-18), Will Kortan Jr./F (8-9-17), Eiji Hoffmann Sr./D (5-3-8), Colten Kunkel Sr./D (3-58), Luke Johnson Jr./D (1-4-5), William Weidemann Sr./F (2-2-4).

Season Outlook: With five straight section titles, it’s Lakeville South’s section to lose. Although they lose quite a bit of scoring (100 of 145 goals)and their

starting goalie they are still the favorites heading into the season and are poised to make their sixth straight state tourney appearance. But it won’t come without some challenges.

New Prague Trojans Coach: Brad Drazan State Tournaments: 2014, ’15, ‘22 2022-23 Record: 16-11-0 Top Returners: Will Seymour Sr./F (24-27-51), Braeden Woitas Sr./F (18-1331), Michael Broikus Sr./F (10-20-30), Eric Berg Sr./F (12-9-21), Connor Williams Jr./F (6-7-13), Cade Borwege So./F (4-7-11), Max Hanzel Sr./F (2-4-6), Sean Christianson Sr./D (2-3-5), Dylan Clark Jr./D (0-2-2), Brady Engelking Jr./F (11-2), Bobby Goggins Jr./F (0-1-1), Oskar Pomerenke Sr./G (6-4-1/3.98/.871), Cole Murphy (5-6-0/4.05/.869).

Season Outlook: New Prague has a fast squad with a strong group of returning forwards and two goaltenders who saw ample action a year ago. But they are jumping up a class so their may be a learning curve. However they did play 10 AA games last season and went 3-6-1. They will have a senior-laden offense and could be a surprise team come section time.

Owatonna Huskies Coach: Dennis Will State Tournaments: 1998 2022-23 Record: 11-13-2 Top Returners: Andrew Mitchel Jr./F (14-12-26), Joseph Webster Sr./F (6-1016), Mark Spurgeon Sr./D (5-8-13), Broderick Goodnature Sr./F (5-8-13), Thomas Herzong Sr./F (5-6-11), Ethan Fitch Sr./D (2-6-8), Jackson Kath So./F (2-5-7), Seth Johnson Jr./D (0-7-7), Jack Strom Sr./D (3-4-7), Zach Knott Jr./F (5-1-6), Brennan Sletten Sr./G (9-5-0/1.93/.919).

Season Outlook: The Huskies bring back most of their squad that won 11 games last season. They also bring back goaltender Brennan Sletten who put up great numbers in his 14 games in 202223. They will look to improve on their 11 wins and be a spoiler come section playoff time.

Rochester Century Panthers Coach: Josh Klingfus, Matt Erridge State Tournaments: 2005, ’07, ’09 (as Rochester Century) 2022-23 Record: 16-11-0 Top Returners: Ole Fevold Jr./F (1620-36), Aiden Emerich Sr./F (17-19-36), Bennett Pronk Jr./F (12-11-23), Brody Josselyn Sr./D (4-15-19), Brock Clarey Jr./F (6-11-17), Justin Sutton Sr./F (6-9-15), Jonathan Burmester Sr./F (7-7-14), Aaron Terpstra Sr./D (5-4-9), Damon Miller Sr./F (6-2-8), Owyn Tomminello Jr./D (2-5-7), Peyton Eckhoff Jr./F (4-3-7), Kyle Lappi Jr./G (5-7-0/3.09/.888), Thor Shelley (2-00/1.76/.918) Season Outlook: The Panthers are coming off a 16-win season and a hardfought 5-4 section win over Hastings in the quarterfinals before falling to Lakeville South in the semis 6-0. They return a good portion of their scoring and two goalies with experience and have a chance to improve on those 16 wins and potentially make some noise in a section where the perennial powers are going through a bit of a rebuild.

Rochester Mayo Spartans Coach: Matt Noterman State Tournaments: 1982, ’92, ’94, ’95, ’97, ’99, 2000.

2022-23 Record: 19-6-2 Top Returners: Gavin Nickelsen Sr./F (3-6-9), Mikkel Norby Sr./D (2-5-7), Rocco Corl Jr./F (3-3-6), Thomas Verdick Jr./D (0-6-6), Maddox Christopherson Jr./D (0-1-1), Connor Dahl Sr./F (0-1-1), Mikah Nelson Sr./G (2-0-0/1.69/.905.

Season Outlook: The Spartans graduated 11 seniors off last year’s team that won 19 games so they will be looking at bringing in some young players who may take. Ayear to get some experience under their belt.

Section 2AA Bloomington Jefferson Jaguars Coach: Matt Elsen State Tournaments: 1980, ’81 (Champions), ’82, ’85, ’86, ’88, ’89 (Champions), ’92 (Champions), ’93 (Champions), ’94 (Champions), ’95, ’97, ’98, 2000, ’02, ’05.

2022-23 Record: 3-22-1 Top Returners: Joseph Kubas Sr./F (11-17-18), Owen Baker Sr./F (6-6-12), Jordan Wang Sr./F (4-6-10), Garrett Fest Sr./F (4-3-7), Dillan Smidt Sr./D (1-5-6), Bode Campbell Jr./D (1-4-5), Kevin Graff Jr./D (0-5-5), Bennett Lindman Sr./D (05-5).

Season Outlook: The Jaguars are 18 years removed from their last state tournament appearance and play in one of the tougher sections in AA. They won just three games a year ago and lose three of their top four scorers. They will look for Baker, Wang and Fest to amp up the offense this season to provide much-needed scoring.

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Class AA continued from page 10______________________________________________________ Chanhassen Storm Coach: Sean Bloomfield State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 24-4-0 Top Returners: Jack Christ Sr./F (2025-45), Gavin Uhlenkamp Sr./F (16-2945), Caden Lee (Sr./F (25-18-43), Tyler Smith Sr./F (16-22-38), Owen Buesgens Sr./D (6-24-30), Brayden Willis Sr./F (1613-29), Andy Earl Sr./F (10-18-28), Jack Risch Sr./F (10-12-22), Drew Jensen Sr./D (2-12-14), Billy McNeely Sr./D (1-6-7), Colton Wassengeso Sr./D (2-5-7).

Season Outlook: The Storm are searching for their first section championship after knocking on the door last year when they hovered in the top 5 in the rankings on a weekly basis. They return plenty of talent with 15 seniors returning including several Division I commits such as Jack Christ (Minnesota State), Gavin Uhlenkamp (Wisconisn), Caden Lee (Minnesota State) and Owen Buesgens (St. Thomas). The only question mark will be between the pipes as goalie Kam Hendrickson was possibly headed to juniors although at the time of this printing was still undecided. Look for the Storm to be right there at the end competing for a section title with several players putting up great numbers offensively.

Chaska Hawks Coach: Ryan Siiro State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 8-17-1 Top Returners: Peyton Chase Jr./F (5-6-11), Ty Smith Jr./F (5-6-11), Colin Bohlinger Jr./F (5-3-8), Ryan Jirele So./F (2-3-5), Cole Seaverson Sr./D (1-4-5), Luke Anderson Sr./D (2-1-3), Logan Grinnell Sr./D (2-0-2), Tyler Nesheim Jr./G (26-0/2.88/.916), Logan Hutchings Sr./G (04-1/4.14/.860).

Season Outlook: The Hawks will need to find some much-needed scoring after losing their top six point-getters from a year ago.

Eden Prairie Eagles Coach: Mike Terwilliger State Tournaments: 1992, ’99, 2001, ’03, ’09 (Champions), ’11 (Champions), ’14, ’15, ’16, ’17, ’19, ’20, ’21 (Champions).

2022-23 Record: 13-13-1 Top Returners: Teddy Townsend Sr./F (14-25-39), Mason Moe Jr./F (189-27), Cole Saterdalen Sr./F (11-10-21), Dylan Vornwald Sr./D (4-111-15), John Kleis Jr./F (7-4-11), Tate Bloch Sr./D (29-11), Alex Hall Jr./F (2-8-10), Tommy Moen Sr./D (2-6-8), Nick Koering Jr./D (0-3-3), Rio Treharne Jr./D (2-2-4), Isaiah Paulnock Sr./G (11-12-1/2.26/.908), Jack Mlodozyniec Sr./G (2-1-0/3.86/.821).

Season Outlook: After seven state tournament trips in eight years from 201421the Eagles have missed out on the past two, but hope to get back to competing for a section title. They finished .500 last season, but took Chanhassen to overtime in the Section semifinals. They only lose one player to graduation in stellar defenseman Ryan Koering. Two others transferred, but the Eagles should have plenty of skilled players to compete for the section title, led by senior Teddy Townsend, a top player in the metro ranks.

Holy Family Catholic Fire Coach: Erik Westrum State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 20-6-0 Top Returners: Holden Pajor Jr./F (25-36-61), Bryce Wiitala Jr./F (15-2944), Drew Roelofs Sr./F (14-15-29), Jack Gleason Jr./F (6-13-19), Sawyer Graubins Jr./F (6-7-13), Cameron Dean Jr./D (3-9-12), Connor Crowley Sr./F (3-9-12), Thomas Laaksonen Sr./D (3-9-12), Alex Doshan Sr./D (3-5-8), Carson Moe Jr./D (1-6-7), Connor Sessa Sr./F (2-5-7).

Season Outlook: The Fire won 20 games a year ago and hope to repeat that feat with a strong core of good players returning both on offense and the blue line.

Holden Pajor, Bryce Wiitala and Drew Roelofs all return from double-digit scoring years and will likely increase their offensive output. Roelofs recently committed to the University of St. Thomas. The Fire will also bring back what should be a solid defensive group, giving them enough firepower to compete come section time.

(5-9-14), Danny Lachenmayer Sr./F (6-7-13), Keaton Orrey Sr./D (8-4-12), Christian Nichols Jr./D (0-8-8), AJ Clark Sr./F (4-4-8), Hudson Kerr Sr./F/D (1-67), Cullen O’Leary Sr./F (5-2-7), Lance Murray Sr./D (2-4-6), Isaac Martin Sr./D (1-5-6), Grayson Robbins Sr./F (1-3-4), Peyton Jensen Sr./D (0-1-1), Brylee Koenck-Proeung Sr./F (1-0-1).

Season Outlook: The Wildcats return a good portion of their roster and after strong second half to the season last year look to come out of the gate strong and compete in their conference.

The Skippers opened the season ranked No. 1 in the Class AA Let’s Play Hockey Coaches poll. Ashton Schultz (right) is committed to North Dakota and Luke Garry (left) is committed to St. Thomas.

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Minnetonka Skippers Coach: Sean Goldsworthy State Tournaments: 1985, ’90, ’94, 2006, ’10, ’18 (Champions), ’23 (Champions).

2022-23 Record: 29-2-0 Top Returners: Hagen Burrows Sr./F (24-26-50), Gavin Garry Sr./F (20-25-45), Javon Moore Sr./F (10-27-37), Ashton Schultz Jr./F (14-22-36), John Stout Sr./D (8-19-27), Luke Garry Sr./F (13-12-25), Sam Scheetz Sr./F (9-16-25) Alex Lunski Sr./F (11-13-24), Danny Klaers Jr./D (113-14), Zach Markwell So./D (2-10-12), Robby House Sr./D (2-9-11), Hunter Bauer Sr./G (5-0-0/0.40/.973).

Season Outlook: It would be hard to bet against a Minnetonka team who won the state championship a year ago and brings back their top seven scorers and four defensemen. They are the clear favorite to win Section 2AA, but of course will have a target on their back as the reigning champion. With all of their seniors returning, it proves this team isn’t satisfied with one state title. They are hungry for another one. With nine Division I players on their roster, they are the clear favorite not to just come out of Section 2AA, but to win it all.

Prior Lake Lakers Coach: Joe Pankratz State Tournaments: 2022 2022-23 Record: 11-14-1 Top Returners: Levi Eiter Jr./F (511-16), Matthew Pavek Sr./F (7-8-15), Brayden Pelcl Jr./F (5-8-13), Will Emerson Sr./D (4-9-13), Graham Erickson Sr./F (8-4-12), Brody Stephany Sr./F (36-9), C.J. Sheffield Sr./D (1-5-6), Tristan Pownall Jr./D (1-2-3), Max Anderson Sr./F (2-1-3), Hunter Macgillivray Sr./F (1-0-1).

Season Outlook: The Lakers return 10 players who saw varsity action last year and lost their top two scorers to graduation. They will look to compete in one of the tougher sections in the state, a section they won just two years ago.

Shakopee Sabres Coach: Calvin Simon State Tournaments: 2005 2022-23 Record: 16-11-0 Top Returners: Cooper Siegert So./F (6-17-23), Carson Steinhoff So./D (2-2022), Nate Pederson So./F (8-14-22), Jack Kultgen So./D (5-8-13), Jack Marschall (Sr./F (3-7-10), Aleksi Huson Sr./G (1410-0/3.21/.906), Alex Pherson Sr./G (2-10/2.46/.893).

Season Outlook: The Sabres’ top scorers returning were all freshmen a year ago, so they may be a year for two rom being a section favorite, but they also return two goaltenders and enough talent to give the likes of Minnetonka and Chanhassen fits if they can play good enough defense and keep it a low-scoring affair. They should win a fair amount of games this season, but will be hurt by the early departure of their top scorer Cooper Simpson.

Aleksi Huson posted a .906 save percentage last season and will be strong between the pipes for the Sabres. It will be another

year of growth for a young team who will make a bigger splash perhaps next year and the year after. But don’t count them out.

Waconia Wildcats Coach: Anthony Reynolds State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 15-13-0 Top Returners: Mitch Nelson Sr./F (6-9-15), Charlie Junge Jr./F (6-4-10), Drew Puchner Jr./F (4-6-10), Luke Koschinska Jr.’/D (2-6-8) Ayden Siddons Sr./F (4-4-8), Jack Ulrich Sr./D (0-2-2), Blake Eberhart Sr./F (1-0-1), Carter Hertzog (Sr./D (1-0-1), Brody Butler Jr./G (7-50/2.86/.901).

Season Outlook: The Wildcats lose their top four scorers after their 15-win season last year so will look for some young players to step in and provide some much-needed offense.

Section 3AA Apple Valley/Burnsville Eagles Coach: Chris Sikich State Tournaments: Apple Valley: 1981, ’92, ’93, ’96 (Champions), 2010. As Burnsville” 1983, ’84, ’85 (Champions), ’86 (Champions), ’87, ’90, ’91, 2007, 2016.

2022-23 Record: 9-16-1 Top Returners: Fisher Hatfield Jr./F (7-11-18), Noah Naros Jr./D (3-6-9), Nolan Mickelson Sr./F (5-3-8), Meyer Kreutzmann Sr./F (1-4-5), Eli Wells Sr./F (0-2-2), Luke Syverson Sr./D (0-1-1).

Season Outlook: The Eagles won nine games a year ago, but lose four of their top five scorers and both goalies. They will look for some newcomers to step in and fill some roster spots.

Cretin-Derham Hall Raiders Coach: Matt Funk State Tournaments: 1988, 2006 (Champions), ’09, ’22,’23.

2022-23 Record: 19-11-1 Top Returners: Chuck Owens Sr./F (11-17-28), Max Anderson So./F 15-1126, Nate Chorlton So./F (6-10-16), Jimmy Dodig Jr./D (4-12-16), Max Bennett Jr./F (3-9-12), Veszi Lippai Jr./F (3-5-8), Leo Miller Sr./G (10-5-0/2.49/.906.

Season Outlook: The Raiders have won back-to-back Section 3AA titles and have some good young players coming up. They did lose their top three scorers who combined for 145 points, including Mr. Hockey finalist Jake Fisher. They do bring back Chuck Owens (Air Force) and Jimmy Dodig (Merrimack) to bolster their roster. “We expect to compete for the SEC conference championship, Section 3AA Championship, and make a run at State Championship,” said head coach Matt Funk Eagan Wildcats Coach: Todd Carlson State Tournaments: 2006, ’11, ’12, ’14.

2022-23 Record: 9-17-0 Top Returners: Eddie Moore Sr./F

Eastview Lightning Coach: Aaron Fulton State Tournaments: 2001, ‘13 2022-23 Record: 17-10-0 Top Returners: Jordan Brothers Sr. (20-21-41), Zach Wooten Sr. (14-21-35), Billy Downs Sr. (10-5-15), Kevin Woehler Sr. (1-8-9), Caleb Nelson Sr. (2-68), Brayden Kaldenbach Sr. (3-2-5), Max Powers-Brekke Jr. (0-1-1), Abram Johnson Sr. (0-1-1).

Season Outlook: The Lightning won 17 games last year and will have a strong senior-laden group returning this season with hopes of improving on their win total and competing in the section playoffs.

Hastings Raiders Coach: Matt Klein State Tournaments: 1971, ’85, ’98, ,99, 200, ’01.

2022-23 Record: 15-10-1 Top Returners: Blake Vandehoef Sr./F (18-17-35), Jon Harris Jr./F (918-27), Mark DeNoyer Sr./F (9-18-27), Connor Zgoda Sr./F (11-10-21), Brody Carlson Jr./D (2-6-8), John Teiglan Sr./D (1-7-8), Sawyer Zaruba Sr./D (1-7-8), Austin Shanks Sr./F (3-2-5), Matt Sherry Jr./D (1-2-3), Sawyer Tjomsland Sr./F (11-2), Ryan Clemens Sr./G. Season Outlook: The Raiders find themselves in a different section this season, but one equally as tough (is there a non-tough section in the state?). They return four strong forwards in Vandehoef, Harris, DeNoyer and Zgoda and also return a solid defensive crew to stabilize the blueline, giving them balance on both ends of the ice. If the offense can take another step forward and they can get good goaltending, the Raiders are a team that could surprise some others in Section 3AA. Park-Cottage Grove Wolfpack Coach: Jeff Corkish State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 16-9-1 Top Returners: Jackson Rudh Jr./F (22-37-59), Owen Corkish Jr./F (1633-49), Gavin Moss Jr./F (24-19-43), Adam Friemann Sr./D (1-10-11), Caden Schwartz Jr./D (2-6-8), Wyatt Beaurline Sr./D (0-4-4), Max Kaplan Jr./F (0-3-3), Tommy Lucas Sr./D (1-2-3), Aiden Miller Jr./G (6-3-0/2.18/.912).

Season Outlook: The Wolfpack returns their top dogs and one of, if not, the top lines in the section. Rudh/Corkish/ Moss scored 62 goals last season as sophomores and look to cause even more havoc on opposing defenses this season. They will also bring back four stellar defensemen and could play a sleeper role come section playoff time.

St. Thomas Academy Cadets Coach: Mike Randolph.

State Tournaments: 1999, ’05, ’06 (Class A Champs), ’07 , ’08 (Class A Champs), ’11 (Cl;ass A Champs), ’12 (Class A Champs), ’13 (Class A Champs), ’15, ’17, ’18, ’19, ’20, ‘2.

2022-23 Record: 19-8-0 Top Returners: Max Candon Jr./F (710-17), Brody Seitz Sr./D (4-11-15), Will Dosan Jr./F (8-6-14), Patch Cronin (Jr./D (0-12-12), Jimmy Zavoral Sr./F (5-712), Mikey Mikan Jr./F (4-6-10), Tommy Kertz Jr./D (2-5-7), Cole Braunshausen So./F (5-1-6), Tommy Kubes Sr./F (1-45), Peter Murray So./F (0-1-1), Luca Pedri So./F (0-1-1), Luke McPherson Jr./F (1-01), Nikko Russ Jr./F (0-1-1), Cody Niesen Jr./G (6-5-0/2.06/.901).

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Class AA continued from page 11______________________________________________________ Season Outlook: After a string of five straight section titles, the Cadets have been on a two-year hiatus as Cretin-Derham Hall has won the past two seasons.

Is this the year STA gets back on top and back to state? They lose their top three scorers including Tommy Cronin, but return 13 players with experience, including goaltender Cody Niesen who saw action in 11 games and posted an impressive .901 save percentage.

rebuilding year for the Titans who graduated their top nine scorers. Tate Bertelsen will lead the offense and Kellen Maher will anchor the defense. The team does bring back both goalies who will be looked upon to keep them in games.

Two Rivers Warriors Coach: Brandon Ferraro State Tournaments: (Henry Sibley)1973, ’74, ’75, ’76, ’82, ’83, ’93, ’97 2022-23 Record: 17-9-1 Top Returners: Eddie Auran Jr./F (17-10-27), Preston Gamer Jr./F (9-1726), Will Auran Sr./D (5-14-19), Nate Rohrer Sr./F (9-10-19), Andrew Eckmann Sr./D (3-4-7), Nico Ferraro Sr./F (1-3-4), Vincent Schuehle Sr./D (2-2-4), William Geddes Jr./D (0-2-2), Jack Staples Sr./F (1-1-2), Brady Altier Sr./G (8-51/2.09/.924).

Season Outlook: The Warriors return a good chunk of scoring, four defensemen led by senior Will Auran, and a strong goaltender in Brady Altier as they look to make some noise in the section and improve on their 17 wins from a year ago.

Section 4AA East Ridge Raptors Coach: Dustin Vogelsang State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 12-12-1 Top Returners: Blake Kohnen Jr/F (9-9-18), Davis Polifka Sr./D (2-9-11), Jake Elliott Sr./D (0-6-6), Brandon Muth Sr./F (4-2-6), Jake Gonzaga Sr./D (0-3-3), Cole Widen Sr./F (2-1-3), Hank Garrett Jr./F (0-1-1) Evan Hillmeyer (Sr./F (10-1), Easton Hugdahl Sr./D (0-1-1), JT Drum Sr./G, Zan lanahan Sr./G. Season Outlook: After a .500 season the Raptors will look to improve on their win total, but will have to find some scoring from some newcomers. They will be strong on the blueline and will have two goalies competing for action between the pipes.

Gentry Academy Stars Coach: Kyle Follmer State Tournaments: 2021 (Class A Champions) 2022-23 Record: 19-9-0 Top Returners: Ryder Betzold Jr./F (20-13-33), Eli Bailey Sr./F (7-24-31), Justin Obrochta Sr./F (7-12-19), Dakotah Bailey So./F (7-11-18), Easton Rooney Sr./F (8-10-18), Ryan Whiterabbit Sr./D (1-16-17), Jacob Guille Jr./D (0-10-10) Brock Fairbanks Jr./F (4-4-8), Michael Casey Sr./D (0-8-8), Quinn O’Connor (2-2-4), Brody Bultinck Jr./D (0-3-3), Cj Eytcheson Sr./D (0-2-2), Cam Garrity So./D 0-1-1), Cole Peltier (Sr./D (0-1-1).

Season Outlook: Just two years removed from the school’s first state title (Class A), the Stars missed out on last year’s tourney with Hill-Murray coming out of the section. The Stars return a good chunk of scoring and also bring back plenty of help on the blue line. Goaltending will be a question mark, but chances are Gentry will be right there at the end of the year battling for a shot at their first AA state tourney.

Hill-Murray Pioneers Coach: Bill Lechner State Tournaments: 1975, ’76,’77,’78,’79,’80,’83 (Champions), ’84,’85,’86,’87,’88, ’91 (Champions), ’92,’93,’97,’98, 2000,’02,’06,’07,’08(Champions),’09,’10,’11,’12,’13,’15,’17,’ 18,’20 (Champions),’21,’22,’23.

2022-23 Record: 16-14-1 Top Returners: Brady Knutsen Sr./F (11-12-23), Landon Cottingham Jr./D (814-22), Jackson Reeves Jr./F (11-11-22), Lucas Mann Sr./F (7-10-17), Graham Greeder Jr./D (4-12-16), Boden Sampair Jr./F (8-8-16), Simon Seidl Sr./F (510-15), Jude Bonin Sr./F (8-7-15), Riley Zupfer Fr./F (7-7-14), Casper Lang So./D (3-8-11), Seth Klepac Sr./D (3-5-8), Ryan Madigan Sr./F (3-5-8), Joseph Luger Sr./D (2-4-6), Cullen Ingebritson Jr./F (1-

Hill-Murray returns a deep roster that won the consolation title last season. Above, Graham Greeder battles for a loose puck against Minnetonka at last year’s state tournament. The young Pioneers took the eventual state champions to overtime in the state quarterfinals. PHOTO BY TIM KOLEHMAINEN/BREAKDOWN SPORTS

1-2), Zach Laumeyer Sr/F (2-0-2), Caden Zasada Fr./F (1-0-1), Jack Blissenbach Sr./F 0-1-1, Andrew Lane Sr./G (3-10/1.25/.930).

Season Outlook: The Pioneers were a young team last season when they ended up consolation champions at the state tournament. This year they bring back 18 players who have varsity experience and aren’t just the favorites to win the section, but are likely to be a top five team heading into the season. This team isn’t full of Division I recruits, but will bring back a balanced scoring attack and a strong defensive crew. Their strength will be their depth. Expect to see the Pioneers back at the X for their 35th state tourney.

Mounds View Mustangs Coach: Garrett Windle StateTournaments: 1968,’69,’76,’77,’78.

2022-23 Record: 12-13-1 Top Returners: Johnny Conlin Sr./F (25-36-51), Sam Schulte Jr./D (16-30-46), Aiden Bale Sr./F (7-9-16), Mitch Olson Jr./F (5-3-8), Zach Baird Sr./D (0-4-4), D.J.Koch Sr./F (3-1-4), Bode Weimer Jr./D (0-2-2), Evan Hatton Sr./D (0-11), Andrew Hermes Sr./F (2-0-2), Max Young Sr./F (0-1-1), Owen Lee Sr./G (20-0/4.99/.867).

Season Outlook: The Mustangs return senior Johnny Conlin, one of the top forwards in the section. Conlin racked up 61 points as a junior and along with defenseman Sam Schulte provides the Mustangs with two players who are proven scorers and playmakers. They have a slew of other players who will look to increase their production with a year of experience under their belt.

Roseville Raiders Coach: Scott Steffen State Tournaments: 1987, 2002, ’03.

2022-23 Record: 15-10-1 Top Returners: Kellen O’Rourke Jr./F (4-10-14), Collin Hites Jr./D (2-1113), Riley Lackner Jr./D (2-8-=10), Jake Villella Jr./F (6-3-9), Jovan Fowler Sr./F (3-5-8), Drake Rivard Sr./F (2-1-3), Prentiss Maier Jr/D (0-2-2), Beck Moriarty Jr./F (0-1-1), Jake Troska Jr./D (0-1-1), Dylan Keeley Sr./G (6-8-1/3.38/.883), Cooper Stevens So./G (9-2-0/2.59/.890).

Season Outlook: The Raiders lose their top five scorers to graduation including Luke and Landon Steffen who combined for 131 points. That means several; players will have to fill some big skates this season. The Raiders will be young with just two seniors and a strong group of juniors leading the way.

Stillwater Ponies Coach: Greg Zanon

State Tournaments: 2014, ’16.

2022-23 Record: 14-9-3 Top Returners: Brody Dustin Jr./F (8-12-20), Blake Vanek Jr./F (8-12-20), Carson Kingbay Jr/F (6-11-17), Will Kane Sr./D (1-10-11), Wyatt Carroll Sr./D )010-10), Luke Myers Jr./F (3-6-9), Blaine Batchelor Sr./F (4-5-9), David Calderone Sr./F (4-3-7), Matthew Volkman Jr./F (12-3), Nathan Harvey Sr./D (0-2-2), Alex Reedy Sr./G (2-1-0/2.60/.878).

Season Outlook: The Ponies lost 11 players to graduation from last year’s team that won 14 games. But they bring back some good young forwards and some senior defensemen gives them a solid group to compete in a tough section.

Brody Dustin and Blake Vanek could very well double their point totals form a year ago when they each notched 120 points as sophomores.

St. Paul Johnson Governors Coach: Moose Younghans State Tournaments: 1948,’54,’58,’6 9,’72,’73,’74,’79 (as Harding), 1952,’53 (as Humboldt), 1946,’47, (Champions),’51,’52,’53 (Champions),’54,’55 (Champions),’56,’57,’59,’61,’63 (Champions), ’64,’65,’66,’67,’68,’71,’84,’95.

2022-23 Record: 3-21-0 Top Returners: Isaiah Henderson Jr./F (7-8-15), Joaquin Ochocki Sr./F (93-12), Alex Themmes Jr./F (5-3-8), Matthew Corniea Sr./F (7-0-7), Cristian Olando-Ruiz Jr./F (3-1-4), Alex Robles So./D (0-3-3), Jozef Cunningham So./F (0-2-2), Thomas Halverson So./D (1-1-2), Justin Kasper Jr./G (3-13-0/6.49/.819), James Kray Jr./G (0-7-0/6.55/.842).

Season Outlook: The history is rich for St. Paul Johnson, which now coops with Como Park, Harding and St. Croix Lutheran. Head coach Moose Younghans has been the staple at the head of the program for decades, keeping it alive and allowing kids in St. Paul the opportunity to experience high school hockey. The team returns their top two scorers including Isaiah Henderson, a three-sport athlete, and Joaquin Ochocki. The team will be young with just two seniors, so will look for some younger players to step in and make an impact.

Tartan Titans Coach: Cole Leitch State Tournaments: 1961,’67,’70,’81 (as North St. Paul), 2004,’05.

2022-23 Record: 36-20-0 Top Returners: Tate Bertelsen Jr./F (1-3-4), Kellen Maher Sr./D (0-4-4), Ben Milan Sr./F (1-3-4), Mattox Maristeun Sr./D 0-3-3), Evan Reed Sr./D (1-0-1), Ben Bangura Sr./G (4-15-0/4.02/.877), Damon Hennagir Sr./G (2-5-0/3.87/.859).

Season Outlook: It will be a massive

White Bear Lake Bears Coach: Chris Anderson State Tournaments: 1945,’46,’49,51, ’56,’66,’67,’70,’82,’89,’90,’94,’95,’96,’9 8,’2001,’03,’05,’11,’19.

2022-23 Record: 20-6-0 Top Returners: Nolan Roed Sr./F (2431-55), Jack Stanius Jr./F (11-22-33), Will Distad Jr./D (3-7-10), Blake Eckerle Jr./D (1-7-8), Noah Driscoll Sr./D (1-2-3), Noah Norman Jr./F (0-2-2), Aiden Akins Sr./D (0-2-2), Kevin Laska Sr./F (1-1-1), Dylan Beutow Sr./F (0-1-1), Leo Gabriel Jr./G (17-6-0/2.23/.904).

Season Outlook: Chris Anderson takes over as bench boss for the Bears after longtime coach Tim Sager stepped down. The Bears are poised every year to compete for a section title and this year is no different with one of the top players in the metro in Nolan Roed returning and junior goaltender Leo Gabriel also coming back. There will be some gaps to fill, but the White Bear Lake youth program always funnels quality talent into the high school program so the Bears will no doubt be competing in the section to get back to state for the first time since 2019.

Woodbury Royals Coach: Wes Bolin State Tournaments: 2007,’08 2022-23 Record: 12-14-1 Top Returners: Aiden Grossklaus Jr./F (10-26-36), Matthew Tarlton Jr./D (10-7-17), Brock Alberts Jr./F (4-10-14), Tommy Dittrich Jr./F (6-5-11), Joey Lucius Sr./F (5-6-11), Caden Schlattman Jr./D (3-7-10), Max Belak Sr./D (2-5-7), Mason Rudin Sr./F (5-1-6), Cole Simmers Sr./F (0-1-1).

Season Outlook: The Royals return a strong group of experienced players who played large roles on last year’s squad that won 12 games and will have a good crop of young players stepping in to make up for the loss of 12 graduates. Grossklauss is committed to Minnesota State and will lead the offense as a junior. Goaltending remains an unknown factor, but longtime coach Wes Bolin, who has 526 wins in 40 years, is confident his team can be competitive.

Section 5AA Blaine Bengals Coach: Trevor Frischmon State Tournaments: 92, 96, 99, 00 (champs), 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 15, 19.

2022-23 Record: 4-23-0 Top Returners: Sam Shaughnessy Jr./F (3-5-8), Caleb Schwark Jr./D (4-37), Wilson Guse So./F (1-4-5), Ben Lyons Sr./F (1-4-5), Thomas Avery Sr./F (2-2-4).

Season Outlook: The Bengals will have a lot more experience this season after a very young team in 2022-23. They also bring back their top two scorers, Sam Shaughnessy and Caleb Schwark, who were both just Sophomores last season.

They will have a new face in net, as both of their goalies graduated from last year.

Centennial Cougars Coach: Ritch Menne State Tournaments: 04 (champs), 13, 14, 18.

2022-23 Record: 15-11-1 Top Returners: Harper Searles Sr./F (20-47-67), Austin Petersen Sr./D (917-26), Heath Nelson Sr./F (9-11-20), Nick Carls So./F (5-9-14), Caleb Krinkie Jr./D (1-5-6), Easton Cody Jr./G (7-60/2.98/.900).

Season Outlook: The Cougars will have Harper Searles back for his senior season after leading the team with 67 points in 2022-23. They will have to rely on some newcomers and players who played more of a depth scoring role last season to step up and step in to fill some voids that were left by some top scorers.

They will have both of their goalies from last year, Gavin Schahn and Easton Cody,

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Champlin Park Rebels Coach: Tom Potter State Tournaments: 1995 2022-23 Record: 17-10-0 Top Returners: Trevor Aberwald Sr./F (16-26-42), Will Burnevik Sr./F (921-30), Austin Anderson Sr./D (7-19-26), Nick Carlson Jr./F (5-12-17), Matthew Lange Sr./F (4-10-14), Evan Whipple Sr./G (5-1-0/2.90/.854).

Season Outlook: The Rebels were a great scoring team last year, scoring from up and down the roster. They bring back three of the top five scorers from last season, including Trevor Aberwald who was third on the team with 42 points. They will have to fill the void their top two scorers leave behind, but their depth scoring should help. The Rebels also bring back their top defenseman, Austin Anderson, who led all defensemen in scoring on the team.

Coon Rapids Cardinals Coach: Aaron Frach State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 12-13-2 Top Returners: Tyler Barsness Sr./F (26-30-56), Eli Boden Sr./F (15-24-39), Cayden Alphin Jr./F (14-22-36), Trenton Theisen Sr./F (17-15-32), Ben Kish Sr./F (9-13-22), Will Wagner Sr./G (9-70/3.81/.892).

Season Outlook: The Cardinals bring back all players but one defenseman, one forward and one goalie. They will have a much more experienced team, bringing back all juniors and seniors, most of which got a lot of playing time n 202223. Tyler Barsness comes in for his senior season after leading the team in goals and assist as a Junior.

Irondale-St. Anthony Knights Coach: Jerry Hayes State Tournaments: 79, 80, 81 2022-23 Record: 8-16-2 Top Returners: Grady Springborn Jr./F (9-6-15), Gavin Fagerlee Jr./F (8-412), Lincoln Urdahl Jr./F (6-6-12), Johnny Slack Sr./F (4-8-12), Gavin Bourassa Sr./F/D (2-9-11), Alex Sabev Sr./G (8-152/ 3.71/.917).

Season Outlook: The Knights bring back a good amount of their 2022-23 roster, but they will still be a fairly young team. Grady Springborn is heading into his junior season after being second on the team in scoring, and they will bring back their starting goalie who was excellent in 2022-23.

Maple Grove Crimson Coach: Todd Bergland State Tournaments: 12, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23.

2022-23 Record: 23-7-1 Top Returners: Lucas Busch Sr./F (14-29-43), Andrew Karkoc Jr./F (5-914), Joey Imgrund Sr./F (8-6-14), Connor Stelljes Sr./D (1-11-12), Luke Giuliani Sr./F (4-7-11), Zach Price Jr./G (2-00/0.00/1.000).

Season Outlook: The Crimson come off an incredible season in 2022-23, but with that they graduated 13 seniors, including their top three scorers. Lucas Busch is the top scoring returning forward, scoring over 40 points, so there is certainly talent coming back, but they may have to rely on some newcomers to step in and fill some scoring voids.

Osseo Orioles Coach: David Prokop State Tournaments: 1994 2022-23 Record: 10-16-0 Top Returners: Brenden Kranz Jr./D (3-14-17), Jake Sawicky Jr./F (4-11-15), Gavin Krzoska Jr./F (2-7-9), Eli Larson Sr./F (5-4-9), Bennet Prokop Jr./F (3-58).

Season Outlook: The Orioles graduated four of their top five scorers from last year, but Brenden Kranz who was fifth on the team with 17 points comes back for just his Junior season. They will be a very young team, so they may have to lean on some more experienced players to step in and score.

Jackson Nevers (left) leads a strong group of Hornets who will look to not just compete for a section title, but a state title run. The Hornets return a strong roster as they head into the 2023-24 campaign, led by Nevers who last season had 40 points in 28 games and is committed to the University of Minnesota.

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Rogers Royals Coach: David Brown State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 18-7-3 Top Returners: Mason Jenson Jr./F (23-26-49), Parker Deschene Jr./F (1927-46), Nolen Geerdes Jr./D (3-20-23), Jackson Smithknecht Jr./D (6-13-19), Drew Krekelberg Sr./F (9-9-18).

Season Outlook: The Royals bring back Mason Jenson and Parker Deschene for their junior season, after scoring over 40 points as sophomores. They did graduate their top defenseman, but bring back Jackson Smithknecht who should be seen as the Royals top defenseman now.

Spring Lake Park Panthers Coach: Connor Gagnon State Tournaments: 2015 2022-23 Record: 8-18-1 Top Returners: Teddy Wackman Jr./F (14-16-30), Drew Lindquist Jr./F (815-23), Connor Larsen Sr./F (11-9-20), Jacob Rombach Jr./D (9-10-19), Caden Lichter Jr./F (2-9-11), Brock Lück Jr./G (4-11-1/4.66/.889).

Season Outlook: The Panthers bring back a good amount of their roster back this season, including their top scorer Teddy Wackman. They will also have experience back in the crease with Brock Luck and Sam Flaten.

Totino-Grace Eagles Coach: Tim Parkos State Tournaments: 1993, 95, 02 (champs), 05, 14.

2022-23 Record: 12-13-1 Top Returners: Thomas Quast Sr./D (7-21-28), Gabe Gallivan Sr./D (4-1519), Sam Johnson Sr./F (11-8-19), Ben Box Jr./F (8-9-17), Tre Peck Jr./F (8-816), Will Warren Sr./G (4-1-1/ 3.24/.891).

Season Outlook: The Eagles will have a great return of players, this includes their top defenseman duo Thomas Quast and Gabe Gallivan who were one and two on the roster in scoring. They will also have a couple of goalies who’ve seen action before, so there is experience in net.

Section 6AA Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights Coach: Ken Pauly State Tournaments: 99 (champs), 01 (champs), 08, 12 (champs).

2022-23 Record: 18-9-0 Top Returners: Caleb Koskie Sr./F (6-20-26), Ben Norris Sr./F (9-15-24), Mason Minor So./D (4-19-23), Mason Stenger Sr./D (3-19-22), Cam Kirschner Jr./F (5-12-17), Mason McElroy Sr./G (13-9-0/2.81/.895).

Season Outlook: The Red Knights lost six seniors in 2023, three of them were the teams scoring leaders last season. They do bring back Caleb Koskie who scored nearly 20 points, which was third on the team. BSM also brings back their top defensive duo with Mason Minor, and Mason Stenger who combined for 45 points in 2022-23.

Blake Bears Coach: Rob McClanahan State Tournaments: 95, 99, 06, 07, 08, 20.

2022-23 Record: 13-12-1 Top Returners: Oliver Duininck Sr./F (19-21-40), Grant Matushak Jr./F (3-9-12), Chas Sabre Sr./D (0-11-11), Landon Bell So./F (5-5-10), Joe Erickson So./F (4-6-10), Grady Rannow Sr./G (41-0/3.52/.879).

Season Outlook: The Bears bring back Oliver Duininck, who was third on the team with 40 points as a Junior. They may have to rely on some newcomers or depth scorers from a season ago to fill the void their top two scorers left.

Edina Hornets Coach: Curt Giles State Tournaments: 1955, 56, 57, 60, 62, 67, 68, 69 (champs), 70, 71 (champs), 73, 74 (champs), 77, 78 (champs), 79 (champs), 81, 82 (champs), 83, 84 (champs), 87, 88 (champs), 89, 95, 96, 97 (champs), 98, 00, 07, 08, 09, 10 (champs), 11, 12, 13 (champs), 14 (champs), 15, 18, 19 (champs), 22, 23.

2022-23 Record: 22-7-1 Top Returners: Jackson Nevers Sr./F (20-20-40), Bobby Cowan Sr./F (17-2138), Michael Risteau Sr./F (17-16-33), Mason West So./F (9-18-27), Ryan Flaherty Sr./F (11-14-25), Joe Bertram Sr./G (2-0-0/1.50/.930).

Season Outlook: The Hornets made their way to the state championship game once again, before coming up just short to rival Minnetonka. The good news is, they have their top four scoring leaders back with Jackson Nevers, Bobby Cowan, Michael Risteau, and Mason West. The Hornets did graduate their starting goalie, but Joe Bertram had a couple games under his belt, so there will be experience in the crease.

Holy Angels Stars Coach: Pat Griswold State Tournaments: 1999, 02 (champs), 03, 04, 05 (champs).

2022-23 Record: 19-7-1 Top Returners: Henry Lechner Jr./F (31-44-75), Cole Cheeseman So./F (2028-48), Gabe Perron So./D (4-38-42) Lincoln Ayers Assad So./F (13-16-29),

Connor Hanley Jr./D (3-13-16), Mason Garcia Sr./F (6-3-9) Luke Marsalek Jr./G (18-7-0/2.66/.900).

Season Outlook: The Stars retain a great amount of important playmakers, including their leading scorer Henry Lechner who led the team with over 70.

Points. They also bring back their starting goalie who sporting a .900 save percentage.

Hopkins Royals Coach: Dylan Talkovic State Tournaments: 1975, 80.

2022-23 Record: 8-18-0 Top Returners: Weston Schenkelberg Jr./F (6-13-19), Malaki Berry Sr./F (10-7-17), Brady Landschoot Sr./D (79-16), Suede Milless Sr./D (5-9-14), Greyson Hatlestad Jr./F (0-5-5), Carson Hauger Jr./G (5-13-0/3.23/.907).

Season Outlook: The Royals bring back their top four scorers from 2022-23, along with their top defensive duo with Brady Landschoot and Suede Milless.

Carson Hauger comes back in net for the Royals after sporting over a .900 save percentage in 2022-23.

Robbinsdale Armstrong/Cooper Wings Coach: Danny Charleston State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 10-14-2 Top Returners: Jameson Essen Sr./F (19-22-41), Tanner Rausch Sr./F (19-1736), Charlie Georgen Sr./F (14-21-35), Dane Yeager Sr./F (7-15-22), Lewis Majkozak So./F (5-13-18), Ben Smith Jr./G (2-1-0/3.60/.868).

Season Outlook: The Wings enter 2023-24 with a good returning cast, starting with their previous top four scorers, including Jameson Essen who had over 40 points. Ben Smith will see more time in the crease after their starter graduated, he saw a few games last season so he will have starting experience.

St. Louis Park Orioles Coach: Tyler Brodersen State Tournaments: 1948, 49, 53, 58, 98, 03.

2022-23 Record: 12-13-1 Top Returners: Griffin Krone Sr./F (19-23-42), Max Rider Jr./F (14-9-23), Samuel Fuller Sr./F (8-15-23), Henry Schultz Sr./D (2-13-15), Trey Janssen Jr./F (5-3-8), Josh Middleton Sr./G (1113-1/ 2.85/.899).

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46, 47, 48 (champs), 49 (champs), 50 around the roster. _backSeason their leading scorer Griffin Krone, (champs), 51 (champs), 52, 53, 54, 55, who led the team scoring over 40 points.

They will have to rely on some newcomers and returners to step up to fill the void some top scorers left behind. They will have great experience in net with the Middleton’s in net, Josh was the starter last season while Brett backed him up.

Wayzata Trojans Coach: Pat O’Leary State Tournaments: 1954, 04, 13, 16 (champs), 17.

2022-23 Record: 19-7-2 Top Returners: Rhys Wallin Sr./F (13-22-35), Jake Mattson Sr./F (13-2134), Cade De St. Hubert Sr./F (14-1630), Brittan Alstrad Sr./F (7-22-29), Luke Miller Sr./F (8-18-26).

Season Outlook: The Trojans will retain four of the five top scorers from 2022-23, but graduated their leading scorer and both of their goalies from last season. They will have to rely on some newcomers both on offense and in the net, as well the top returning scorers to help generate scoring.

Section 7AA Andover Huskies Coach: Mark Manney State Tournaments: 2020, 21, 22 (champs), 23 2022-23 Record: 23-7-1 Top Returners: Ben Doll Sr./F (814-22), Brooks Cogswell Sr./F/D (3-1619), KJ Sauer So./F (7-7-14), Landon Stringfellow Sr./D (5-8-13), Luke Babineau Jr./F (5-7-12), Cal Conway Jr./G (73-0/1.79/.919).

Season Outlook: The Huskies will have some big shoes to fill, losing their top four scorers from last year, including a near 100 point scorer. They will have a experienced squad although, bringing back players like Ben Doll who was the fifth leading scorer in 2022-23.

Anoka Tornadoes Coach: Ted Mitshulis State Tournaments: 1985, 90, 97, 98, 03 (champs), 16.

2022-23 Record: 4-21-0 Top Returners: Trevor Lang Sr./F (6-9-15), Madden Soukoup Jr./F (6-3-9), Jackson Provoncha Sr./D (0-3-3), Hunter Brunner Jr./F (1-1-2), Mason Beaver Sr./D (0-2-2), Lauren Lafferty Jr./G (4-90/4.56/.875).

Season Outlook: The Tornadoes will be going through a rebuilding season, and will be very young after losing a big chunk of their 2022-23 roster. They’re going to bet set at goalie although, with Lauren Lafferty and Collin Rosenau who both got plenty of time in net last year.

Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets Coach: Jarad Ziebarth State Tournaments: 1992 2022-23 Record: 17-10-0 Top Returners: Seth Terhell Sr./F (225-22-47), Sean Brown Jr./F (6-1723), Josh Sauro Jr./F (12-11-23), Caleb Wisen Jr./F (7-6-13), Seth Splittstoser Jr./D (3-8-11), Jaxon Sibell Jr./G (11-90/2.90/.898).

Season Outlook: The Bluejackets return their leading scorer Seth Terhell who led the team in goals and points in 202223. They will also return their goalie Jaxon Sibell who posted a goals against average under three.

Duluth Denfeld Hunters Coach: Dale Jago State Tournaments: 1954, 86, 88, 89, 96.

2022-23 Record: 14-12-1 Top Returners: John Scott Jr./F (149-23), Arttu Mollberg Sr./F (5-17-22), Braeden Erickson Sr./D (3-15-18), Brady McGinn Sr./D (1-15-16), Nolan Harju Jr./F (3-10-13), Connor Doyle Sr./G (108-1/ 3.58/.892).

Season Outlook: The Hunter’s bring back three of the top five scorers from last seasons team, including the top returning scorer John Scott, who had over 20 points last season. They will also have their starting goalie back for his senior season

Duluth East Greyhounds Coach: Steve Pitoscia State Tournaments: 1958, 60 (champs), 61, 64, 75, 91, 94, 95 (champs), 96, 97, 98 (champs), 00, 03, 04, 05, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19.

2022-23 Record: 20-7-1 Top Returners: Thomas Gunderson Sr./F (22-29-51), Wyatt Peterson Sr./F (11-27-38), Noah Teng Sr./F (8-15-23), Caden Cole Jr./F (14-7-21), Ian Christian Jr./F (6-9-15), Drew Raukar Sr./G (8-00/1.29/.930).

Season Outlook: The Greyhounds bring back both their goalies from last year Kole Kronstedt and Drew Raukar who both got a good amount of playing time. They will also have Thomas Gunderson and Wyatt Peterson who were second and third in scoring last year, so although they lost a good amount of seniors, they will have solid returning cast for 2023-24.

Duluth Marshall Hilltoppers Coach: Shawn Bartlette State Tournaments: 2001, 05, 06, 07, 08, 12, 13.

2022-23 Record: 9-18-0 Top Returners: Jonas Martinelli Sr./F (8-13-21), Ethan Lindgren Sr./D (711-18), Henry Drevnick Jr./F (12-5-17), Mason Musel Sr./F (5-6-11), Braydon Hannula Fr./F (3-5-8), Sam Pollard Sr./G (6-12-0/4.00/.901).

Season Outlook: The Hilltoppers bring back a lot of their depth scorers from 2022-23, but did graduate three of their top five scorers. Jonas Martinelli comes back for his senior season after being third on the team in scoring.

Forest Lake Rangers Coach: Jay Ekman State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 8-17-1 Top Returners: Caden Speidel Sr./F (9-16-25), Malachi McKinnon Jr./F (810-18), Riley Middendorf Sr./D (4-1418), Cole Rivard Jr./F (9-8-17), Lucas Kiel Jr./D (5-5-10), Andrew Saxe Sr./G (5-15-1/ 3.52/.905).

Season Outlook: The Rangers bring back their top four scorers from last season, including Caden Speidel, who led the team in assist and points. They will have a couple of voids on offense, so newcomers may have to step in and find some scoring.

Grand Rapids Thunderhawks Coach: Grant Clafton State Tournaments: 1972, 74, 75 (champs), 76 (champs), 77, 78, 80 (champs), 81, 88, 90, 91, 06, 07, 16, 17 (champs).

2022-23 Record: 13-13-1 Top Returners: Bauer Murphy Sr./D (6-13-19), Luka Rohloff Jr./D (4-14-18), Jacob Garski Sr./F (6-6-12), Gavin Forrest Sr./F (5-6-11), Kyler Miller Sr./F (65-11), Ryan Kerr Jr./G (1-1-0/4.31/.839).

Season Outlook: The Thunderhawks will be a much more experienced team in 2023-24 bringing back multiple newly seniors, but they did graduate a few top scorers, so they may have to rely on the depth scorers to step up for Grand Rapids.

Northern Edge Coach: Mark Hetland State Tournaments: 2019 2022-23 Record: 2-22-1 Top Returners: Zachary Manson Sr./F (5-2-7), Lavonte Fischer Sr./F (24-6), Milo Hetland Jr./F (1-1-2), Tyson Anderson Sr./D (1-1-2), Tyler Pearson Sr./F (1-1-2), Riley Pickell Sr./G (1-13-1/ 7.28/.809).

Season Outlook: Northern Edge will have a rebuilding year, after graduating eight seniors in 2022-23 including their top three scorers, so they will have to rely on some more scoring from the newcomers and returning players.

Rock Ridge Wolverines Coach: Ben Johnson State Tournaments: 1945 (champs),

56, 60, 93 (champs), 98 (champs), 05, 09, 10.

2022-23 Record: 18-9-1 Top Returners: Kasey Lamppa Sr./F (14-17-31), Sam Troutwine Sr./D (7-2128), Brant Tiedeman Sr./F (17-7-24), Grady Dimberio Jr./F (7-12-19), Levin Flatley Jr./F (7-11-18), Ryan Rothfork Sr./G (12-5-1/1.81/.932).

Season Outlook: The Wolverines bring back a good supporting cast from last season with three of their top five scorers from 2022-23. Kasey Lamppa is back for his senior season after scoring more than 30 points on the season. They will also have their starting goalie back, who started a good amount of games last year, sporting a great save percentage of .932, and goals against average of 1.81.

Section 8AA Bemidji Lumberjacks Coach: Ben Kinne State Tournaments: 1972, 73, 74, 76, 85, 86, 2015, 16.

2022-23 Record: 11-13-1 Top Returners: Noah Mannausau Jr./D (6-13-19), Dominic Arndt Jr./F (315-18), Benjamin O’Leary Jr./F (7-6-13) , Peyton Neadeau Sr./F (4-7-11), Austin Coe Sr./F (4-4-8), Tate Metcalf Jr./G (77-0/3.03/.884).

Season Outlook: The Lumberjacks will have a slightly more mature and experienced team this season. They did graduate their top goal scorer but they retain their top defenseman Noah Mannausau, who is a multi-year starter with the Lumberjacks, and a second leading scorer in 2022-23.

Brainerd Warriors Coach: Jerr Johnson State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 11-13-3 Top Returners: Brody Johnson Sr./F (21-27-48), Kade Stengrim Jr./F (18-1836), Dylan Wikoff Jr./D (6-11-17), Chad King Jr./D (3-12-15), Kalvin Stengrim Sr./F (5-10-15), Ryan Gerlich Sr./G (5-62/ 3.21/.910).

Season Outlook: Brady Johnson is entering his senior season after leading the Warriors in goals and points with nearly 50. They did lose their top defenseman, but still have a great defensive duo in Dylan Wikoff and Chad King, both scored 15 points and over. They will also have their goalie back in Ryan Gerlich, who had a save percentage over .900 in 2022-23.

Buffalo Bison Coach: Aaron Johnson State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 13-11-2 Top Returners: Eli Tiernan Sr./F (77-14), Griffin Lind Sr./D (1-11-12), Juan Baxa Sr./F (1-0-1), Ethan Sladky Sr./F (01-1), AJ SMiglewski Sr./F (0-1-1), Max Varner Sr./G (13-11-2/ 2.68/.908), Season Outlook: The Bison will have a nearly complete rebuild of their roster this season after retaining only five skaters from last seasons, they will have to rely on the newcomers to help with scoring. They do however have their starting goalie back who held a save percentage over .900.

Elk River/Zimmerman Elks Coach: Ben Gustafson State Tournaments: 1993, 99, 01 (champs), 02, 04, 05.

2022-23 Record: 11-16-0 Top Returners: Braden Hansberger Sr./F (7-24-31), Kole Mears Sr./F (1911-30), Preston Holmes Sr./F (13-9-22), Cooper Anderson Sr./D (6-15-21), Gavin Sperling Jr./F (6-9-15), Sam Stockman Sr./G (7-8-0/3.86/.888).

Season Outlook: The Elks bring back all five of their top five scorers in 202223, starting with the leading scorer Braden Hansberger who had over 30 points as a Junior last season. They also bring back both of their goalies who got time in net last season, Sam Stockman and Gavin Greniuk both got a lot of time starting in 2022-23, so there is great experience all

Moorhead Spuds Coach: Jon Ammerman State Tournaments: 1992, 93, 94, 95, 97, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 09, 11, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23.

2022-23 Record: 19-11-0 Top Returners: Mason Kraft Jr./F (7-31-38), Parker Gast Sr./F (8-7-15), Brooks Cullen Jr./F (2-7-9), Joey Simonich Sr./F (2-5-7), Kai Weigel Sr./G (0-55), Kai Weigel Sr./G (19-11-0/2.03/.930).

Season Outlook: The Spuds bring back their star goalie Kai Weigel, who had a stellar 2022-23 season winning 19 games, and sporting a save percentage of .930. Moorhead will have to rely on some newcomers up front after losing most of their top scorers from last year, but they still have Mason Kraft who scored nearly 40 goals.

Roseau Rams Coach: Greg Lund State Tournaments: 1946 (champs), 47, 53, 55, 57, 58 (champs), 59 (champs), 61 (champs), 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79, 81, 83, 84, 90 (champs), 91, 98, 99 (champs), 00, 06, 07 (champs), 08, 10, 14.

2022-23 Record: 17-10-1 Top Returners: Noah Urness Sr./F (45-41-86.), Gavin Jensen Sr./F (13-3952), Jake Halvorson Jr./F (16-24-40), Jake Kvien Sr./D (1-18-19), Alex Ballard Sr./D (5-13-18), Atreyu Jones Sr./G (115-1/ 2.78/.893).

Season Outlook: The Rams bring back a good group from 2022-23, including Noah Urness who scored nearly 90 points which is amongst the states elite.

Gavin Jensen will also be back for his senior season after scoring over 50 points for the Rams.

Sartell Sabres Coach: Ryan Hacker State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 17-7-3 Top Returners: Baylor Stebbins Sr./F (20-22-42), Anthony Colatrella Sr./F (16-20-36), Kyan Rieder Sr./F (813-21), Carter Bollinger Sr./D (2-10-12), Gavin Welsh Sr./F (4-4-8), Noah Hacker Sr./G (17-7-3/ 2.64/.920).

Season Outlook: The Sabres bring back their top scorer Baylor Stebbins who had over 40 points in 2022-23, along with Anthony Colatrella who was third on the team in scoring. They will have a good group of experienced hockey players up and down the roster, and even in net. Noah Hacker had a great season last year, sporting a save percentage of .920.

St. Cloud Crush Coach: Pete Matanich State Tournaments: 1945, 46, 47, 48, 50, 51, 52, 84, 13, 15.

2022-23 Record: 9-14-2 Top Returners: Nick Bierschbach Jr./D (7-7-14), Reece Gronseth Sr./D (1-11-12), Landon Austin Sr./D (3-4-7), Max Kiffmeyer Jr./F (2-4-6), Jackson Sheets Jr./F (4-1-5), Ben Glaesman Sr./G (6-12-2/ 3.02/.900).

Season Outlook: The Crush will have a small rebuilding team this year, but they still have a good amount of returning players, including their goalie Ben Glaesman who had a .900 save percentage last season.

St. Michael-Albertville Knights Coach: Jake Hindermann State Tournaments: 2018 2022-23 Record: 5-19-2 Top Returners: Caleb Waller Sr./F (13-24-37), Blake Couet Jr./D (1-12-13), Reme Lobitz Sr./F (5-8-13), Jack Johnson Jr./D (2-4-6), Alex Hernandez Jr./F (0-2-2), Owen Westerman Sr./G (4-111/5.20/.882).

Season Outlook: The Knights will have to rely on some newcomers to fill the void some top scorers left. They will return Caleb Waller, who had nearly 40 points as a Junior, and they’ll have experience in the net with Owen Weusterman and Noah Sutlief coming back for their senior seasons.

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The Usual Suspects Will one of the dominant Class A programs reign supreme once again?

The Class A field is full of the usual suspects. For the past several; seasons, the top 5 teams could pretty much be picked at the beginning of the year, and those same five teams usually ended up in or near the top five at the end of the year.

While Class AA seems to have more parity, Class A has more of a ruling class of programs that include Hermantown, Warroad, East Grand Forks, and Mahtomedi.

You can toss in the likes of Orono and St. Cloud Cathedral as perennial powers, but those first four are the usual suspects who seem to reign supreme year in and year out.

Last year it was Mahtomedi’s turn as they lifted the trophy for the second time in four seasons. Sandwiched in between their wins was Gentry Academy, who moved up to AA, and Hermantown, who everyone thinks should move up to AA. Before that, St. Cloud Cathedral, ranked fifth in this year’s preseason poll, won it in 2019, and Orono, ranked seventh in this year’s poll, won in 2018. Before that St. Thomas Academy went on an epic run, but now compete for a AA title.

The surprise may be Warroad, who hasn’t won a title since 2005 despite always being in the conversation. They were poised to bring one home last March entering the title game undefeated, but Mahtomedi shocked them in a 6-5 overtime win.

The Warriors lost their Mr. Hockey and Frank Brimsek winners, but they do bring back last year’s top-scoring junior in Carson Pilgrim. Perhaps there is a little taste left on the tongues of Warroad players after getting so close a year ago.

Chances are it will be one of the top teams mentioned above that will be vying for the coveted title, and it could also be a year where another program emerges and goes on a historic run.

Wouldn’t that be fun to see?

Either way, there is little doubt we will be treated to some fantastic hockey amongst the Class A teams.

Here is a look at those teams, broken down section-by-section: Section 1A Albert Lea Tigers Coach: Matt Erickson State Tournaments: 2004, ’05, ’07 2022-23 Record: 19-7-1 Top Returners: Eli Farris Sr./F (1411-25), Connor Pirsig Jr./F (11-10-21), Spencer Vanbeek Sr./F (6-7-13), Sam Stay Jr./F, (1-4-5), Logan Olsen Sr./F (3-2-5), Bryant Johnston Jr./D 0-4-4, Derrek Laite Sr./D 2-1-3, Drew Carlson Sr./F 0-1-1, Carson Severtson Sr./D 0-1-1, Erik Stieler Sr./F (0-1-1), Ledger Stadheim Jr./G (6-10/3.46/.872) Season Outlook: The Tigers have a good cast of returning players, including Eli Farris, who had 14 goals a season ago.

They also bring experience in the net, with Ledger Stadheim coming back for his junior season.

Austin Packers Coach: Troy Schaefer State Tournaments: 1993, 2001 2022-23 Record: 4-20-1 Top Returners: Gahvin Schaefer Jr./F (11-10-21), Grady Carney Jr./F 9-6-15, Gavin Brekke Jr./F (4-4-8) Matthew Phanchan Jr./F (3-1-4), Bradley Lagerstedt Sr./D (0-3-3), Isaiah Hemann Jr./F (1-1-2), Garrett Grabau Sr./F (0-2-2), Wyatt Hamlin Jr./D (1-0-1), Daran Plunkett Jr./G (0-60/6.64/.858) Season Outlook: Gahvin Schaefer returns after leading the Packers in points in 2022-23, he will enter his junior season.

Austin will have to rely on some younger players to play more minutes, including Junior goalie Daran Plunkett.

Dodge County Wildcats Coach: Andrew Wilcox, Bryce Wilcox State Tournaments: 2021 2022-23 Record: 16-10-0 Top Returners: Brett Ludvigsen Jr./F (22-30-52), Gryffon Funke Sr./F (31-1849), Dylan Klomps Jr./F (12-14-26), Jeremiah Peterson-Gordon Soph./F (5,7,12),

Mahtomedi won their second title in four seasons last March with an overtime win over Warroad.

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Red Wing Wingers Coach: Tony Casci State Tournaments: 1995, ’96, ’97 champs, ’98, ’99, 2002 2022-23 Record: 1-21-4 Top Returners: Nicholas Wooden Sr./D (6-6-12), Charlie Peterson Jr./F (65-11), Ethan Anderson Soph./F (5-5-10), Landin Ramsted Sr./F (6-3-9), Carson Frank Jr./F (3-2-5), John Butenhoff Jr./D (1-2-3), Tanner Jarmuz Jr./D (0-2-2), Ellis Petersmeyer Sr./G (1-20-4/6.43/.871), Ben Flaaen Soph./G (0-1-0/6.71/.853) Season Outlook: The Wingers will be a more experience team in 2023-24, after being a young team last year. They bring back a couple of goalies who saw a lot of action last year, especially Ellis Petersmeyer, who saw plenty of shots a season ago.

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Bronson Freerksen Sr./D (2-10-12), Caeden Smith Sr./D (3-9-12), Gideon Ellinghysen Sr./F (3-7-10), Fischer Paulson Sr./F (46-10), Griffin Gibbs Jr./D (1-5-6), Ethan Hearn Sr./F (2-1-3), Mitchell Homan Jr./F (0-2-2), Jackson Roethler Sr./G (0-1-1), Collin Beliveau Soph./F (0-1-1), Aidan Beckstrom Sr./F (0-1-1), Aidan Nelson Sr./D (0-1-1), Isaac Nelson Sr./F (0-1-1), Jackson Roethler Sr./G (12-10-0/3.51/.895), Corbin Krueger Sr./G (4-0-0/3.00/.891) Season Outlook: The Wildcats enter 2023-24 after a good prior season, and they have a plethora of players coming back.

This will be a experienced squad this season after players have been with each other for multiple years. Brett Ludvigsen enters his Junior year after leading the Wildcats in points as a Sophomore.

Faribault Falcons Coach: Dan Pumper State Tournaments: 1993 2022-23 Record: 12-14-0 Top Returners: Oliver Linnemann Sr./F (12-28-40), Logan Peroutka Sr./F (10-16-26), Tommy Kunze Soph./F (12-1022), Brody Redding Sr./F (10-4-14), Beau Velishek Sr./F (1-9-10), Ethan Amundson Sr./F (6-3-9), Nick Archambault J./F (4-48), Owen Amelkovich Sr./F (5-1-6), Parker Morrow Sr./D (0-6-6), Caden Hart Sr./D (14-5), RJ Wasilowski Soph./F (1-1-2), Logan Vargo Soph./F (0-1-1), Cole Goodwin J./F/D (0-1-1), Ben Stoessel Sr./D (0-1-1), Dustin Boyd J./G (3-3-0/3.47/.864) Season Outlook: The Falcons will have a good mix of young and veteran players, one player with a lot of experience is Oliver Linnemann, who led the team in points

last season with 40. On the other hand, they will have a goalie who saw just six games last year, but having that experience should prove beneficial.

La Crescent-Hokah Lancers Coach: Eriah Hayes State Tournaments: 0 2022-23 Record: 18-8-0 Top Returners: Wyatt Farrell Sr./F (52-20-72), Ethan Myhre Jr./F (10-18-28), Mitchell Reining Jr/F (16-12-28), Colton Holzer Sr./F (5-17-22), Alex Von Arx Jr./F (8-12-20), Alex Donovan Sr./D (3-2-5), Cody Hogen Sr./F (2-1-3), Cooper Johnson Sr./D (1-2-3), Cooper Hill Soph./F (10-1), Andrew Vessey Sr./D (1-0-1), Collin Morken Sr./G (10-6-0/2.46/.882) Season Outlook: Wyatt Farrell returns after scoring 72 points and leading the Lancers as a Junior. They will have to rely on him and other returning players to help fill the shoes of the 2023 graduates.

Northfield Raiders Coach: Mike Luckraft State Tournaments: 2017, ’23 2022-23 Record: 23-7-0 Top Returners: Kamden Kaiser Sr./F (40-26-66), Jake Geiger Sr./F (25-33-58), Will Cashin Jr./F (13-29-42), Ty Frank Sr./D (4-27-31), Andrew Winter Sr./F (1514-29), Bridger Riley Soph./D (1-18-19), Griffin Kennelly Jr./F (4-6-10), Elliott Pontow Sr./D (0-7-7), Barrett Bradley Sr./F (23-5), Max Frank Jr./G (0-1-0/5.00/.615 Season Outlook: The Raiders head into the 2023-24 after making their second ever state tournament appearance, and even better, they bring back their leading scor-

Rochester Lourdes Eagles Coach: Jeff True State Tournaments: 2000, ’01, ’02, ’03, ’09, ’10, ’11, ’12, ‘13 2022-23 Record: 10-17-0 Top Returners: Peyton Loeslie Sr./F (14-18-32), AJ Ritter Sr./F (11-10-21), Colton Rich Jr./F (14-4-18), Vinny Harens So./D (3-7-10), Jack Roe Jr./F (4-37), Xander Carter-Kleven Jr./G (10-170/3.93/.897).

Season Outlook: The Eagles bring back a good amount of their roster from last year, including their leading scorer, Peyton Loeslie, who led the team in assist and points.

They will also have their goalie back, who started 27 games in 2022-23.

Waseca Bluejays Coach: Chris Storey State Tournaments: 0 2022-23 Record: 10-15-0 Top Returners:Hunter Anderson Jr./D (7-11-18), Brayden Hesch-Priem Jr./F (106-16), Lucas Groll Jr./D (6-8-14), Keaton Roeker Sr./F (4-4-8), Preston Miller Sr./D (1-5-6), Carter Martens Jr./G (5-110/4.79/.889).

Season Outlook: The Bluejays will have to rely on their top returning forwards to help fill the void that losing their top forward duo left behind. They will have their top defensive pair back with Hunter Anderson, who had nearly 20 points, and Lucas Groll who also had just about 15 points.

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Season Outlook: Mankato West will have their top scorer Jaeger Zimmerman back as well as their starting goalie, Mason Schreiber. They will have a more experienced team this season, and should find success from their top players again.

Winona Cotter Winhawks Coach: Martin Raymond State Tournaments: 1952 2022-23 Record: 10-14-2 Top Returners:Teis Larsen Sr./F (3332-65), Aven Prodzinski Jr./D (15-16-31), John Vail Sr./F (7-4-11), Chase Rumpca Sr./D (3-4-7), Mason Wadewitz Sr./F (3-47), Michael Dubek Sr./G (3.01/.916).

Season Outlook: The Winhawks bring back a good amount of players from last season, including their top scorer Teis Larsen who had over 60 points in 2022-23.

They will also bring back their goalie, who was very good last season, who posted a save percentage over .900.

Marshall Tigers Coach: Michael Weiss State Tournaments: 2013 2022-23 Record: 11-14-1 Top Returners: Talan Plante Sr./D (1128-39), Owen Renslow Jr./F (14-20-34), Andrew Seanor Sr./F (11-10-21), Chase Mellenthin Sr./F (5-9-14), Tyler Welsh Jr./D (5-8-13), Gavin Welsh Sr./G (6-130/3.51/.860).

Season Outlook: The Tigers will have to rely on some to help fill the void left by some top forwards who graduated. They do have their top two scorers back, Talan Plante and Owen Renslow. They will also have one of two goalies who started last year in Gavin Welsh, who saw 19 games in 202223.

Section 2A Breck Mustangs Coach: Dave Maley State Tournaments: 1994, ’96, ’97, 2000 Champs, ’10 Champs, ’11, ’12, ’13, ’15, ’16 2022-23 Record: 7-18-1 Top Returners: Nate Miller Sr./F (1110-21), Ben Amato Jr. (9-7-16), Paddy Greene Sr./F (5-9-14), Zach Huotari Sr./D (2-7-9), Erik Nordseth Sr./F (6-3-9), Charlie Zurkowski Jr./G (0-2-0/3.92/ .877).

Season Outlook: The Mustangs bring back their top scorer Nate Miller for his senior season. They will have to rely on Charlie Zurkowski as the only goalie on the roster with more than one game of experience.

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Minnesota River Bulldogs Coach: Chris Miller 2022-23 Record: 12-14-0 Top Returners: Travis Kotek Sr./F (8-10-18), Kellen O’Keefe Sr./F (9-9-18), Drew Simonette Sr./F (8-6-14), Diego Hettig Sr./F (9-5-14), Braylon Hoffman Sr./F (6-6-12), Ayden Christ Sr./G (7-120/4.18/.859).

Season Outlook: The Bulldogs have four of their top five scorers from last year, Kotek, O’Keefe, Simonette, and Hettig.

They will have a very similar roster to last season, so the experience should benefit the Bulldogs in 2023-24.

Delano Tigers Coach: Gerrit van Bergen State Tournaments: 2017, ’19, ’20,

2022-23 Record: 15-13-0 Top Returners: Teague Collings Sr./F (14-16-30), Mason Hargarten Jr./F (7-1017), Bryce Peterson Jr./F (4-9-13), Aaron Halonen Jr./D (3-7-10), Brayden Coppin Sr./D (2-3-5), Ethan Engelmann Sr./G (3-40/3.86/.849).

Season Outlook: The Tigers will have a very young team, graduating 11 seniors in 2023. Teague Collings will be coming back, and after scoring 30 points last season, the Tigers may rely on him and his fellow veterans to make another step.

Hutchinson Tigers Coach: Matt Tecky State Tournaments: 1995, ’97, 2000, ’09, ’20 2022-23 Record: 12-15-0 Top Returners: Manny Pearce Jr./F (14-15-29), Emmett Reiter Jr./F (12-1527), Toren Miller Jr./D (4-13-17), Easton Mallak Jr./F (9-4-13), Charlie Renner Sr./F (2-6-8), Lukas Heilmann Jr./G (4-60/3.20/.880).

Season Outlook: Hutchinson will return their top two scorers from last season, Manny Pearce and Emmett Reiter, these two put up over 25 points as sophomores for the Tigers. They will have to fill the void in between the pipes, but they have to goalies who got playing time last seasons so there is experience.

Litchfield/D-C Dragons Coach: Brice Berggren State Tournaments: 1996, 2008, ’16, ’18, ’21 2022-23 Record: 16-9-2 Top Returners: Carson Drummond Jr./F (6-4-10), Kasey Melquist Jr./F (2-7-9), Spencer Niemela Jr./F (1-3-4), Jason Haataja Sr./D (0-4-4), Ayden Cziok Sr./F (1-0-1), Ayden Cziok Sr./G (1-0-0/2.00/2.00/.913).

Season Outlook: The Dragons will have to rely on their upperclassman this season after a big roster change-up. They will be without their top five scores from last year, but do have Carson Drummond who had double-digit points as a sophomore in 2022-23.

Minneapolis Hockey Coach: Joe Dziedzic State Tournaments: 1959, ’60, ’64 (as Henry), 1951, ’52, ’53, ’55, ’65, ’68, ’69, ’70 Champs, ’71, ’72, ’73, ’75, ’76, ’77, ’80 (as Southwest), 1948, ’49, ’59, ’60, ’62, ’79 (as Washburn), 1946, ’47 (as West), 1994 (as Edison), 1956, ’58, ’61, ’63, ’66, ’67, ’74, ’78, ’92 (as Roosevelt), 1950, ’54, ’55, ’57, ’93 (as South), 2022 2022-23 Record: 16-9-2 Top Returners: Ozzie Snodgrass Sr./F (16-28-44), John Bebler Sr./F (8-2634), Nick Anderson Jr./F (10-18-28), Hank Davis Sr./F (10-15-25), Ronan Davis Sr./F (7-10-17), Mike Shroat Sr./G (13-5-1/ 1.95/.909).

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Warroad’s Carson Pilgrim is the top scoring player returning in the state after posting 92 points as a junior. Pilgrim leads a strong Warroad squad into the 2023-24 season after finishing second last season after a 6-5 overtime loss to Mahtomedi in the title game.

PHOTO BY TIM KOLEHMAINEN/BREAKDOWN SPORTS turning a good majority of their roster from Section 3A 2022-23, including three of their top five scorers from last year. They also will have Fairmont Cardinals their starting net minder, Mike Schroat, Coach: Dylan Vanbrocklin who had a great GAA under two, and a save State Tournaments: None percentage over .900.

2022-23 Record: 8-19-0 Top Returners: Nate Rakness Sr./F Mound Westonka White Hawks (20-13-33), Luka Kester Jr./F (15-12-27), Coach: Jeff Degree Teveldal Jace Fr./F (11-10-21), Hartley State Tournaments: 1998, 2001 Aust Sr./F (6-10-16), Beau Becker Sr./D 2022-23 Record: 4-22-0 (5-6-11), Carson Johnson Sr./G (8-19Top Returners: Austin Novack Jr./F 0/5.91/.845).

(7-8-15), Jackson Henningsgaard Sr./F (3Season Outlook: The Cardinals will 10-13), Jonathan Scherven Sr./D (3-5-8), head into 2023-24 with a very similar rosBlake Decker Jr./F (7-0-7), Collin Hagen ter to last seasons. They have four of five of So./F (3-1-4), Jack Hansberger Sr./G (0-8- their top scorers in 2022-23, Nate Rakness 0/5.81/.841). was the leading scorer as a junior with 33 Season Outlook: The White Hawks points. will have some seniors and juniors on the roster they may have to rely on this year, Luverne Cardinals including August Novack, who led the team Coach: Phil Paquette in points.

State Tournaments: 2014, ’17, ’23 2022-23 Record: 21-8-1 Orono Spartans Top Returners: Patrick Kroski Sr./F Coach: Sean Fish (21-47-68), Owen Sudenga Sr./F (18-33State Tournaments: 1992, ’93, 2002, 51), Elliot Dornagala Sr./F (22-21-43), ’03, ’04, ’06, ’07, ’14, ’18 Champs, 23 Blaik Bork Jr./F/D (10-28-38), Maddux 2022-23 Record: 24-7-0 Domagala So./F (12-10-22), Tyler Arends Top Returners: Joey Mugaas Sr./D (3- Sr./G (21-8-1/ 2.49/.904).

30-33), Cayden Effertz Sr./F (15-16-31), Season Outlook: The Cardinals has a John Engebretson Sr./D (5-23-28), Easton great 2022-23 hockey season, advancing to Sankey Sr./F (9-15-24), Brooks Fegers their third state tournament appearance in Sr./F (10-8-18), Peyton Anderson Sr./G (0- program history. They will also retain their 0-0/3.00/.889). leading scorer Patrick Kroski, and their Season Outlook: The Spartans will starting goalie Tyler Arends. have a much different looking roster this season after graduating their top two scorMankato East Cougars ers and two goalies who started last season.

Coach: Adam Fries They will have their third scoring leader State Tournaments: 2006, ’18, ’20, Joey Mugaas who was the top scoring de- ‘22 fenseman on the Spartans.

2022-23 Record: 11-16-0 Top Returners: Christian Theuninck Providence Academy Lions Sr./F (5-13-18), Luke lebens So./D (6-10Coach: Chris Lewis 16), Rafe Bowman Sr./F (2-11-13), AarState Tournaments: None on Kamm Sr./D (2-6-8), Caden Hansen 2022-23 Record: 14-12-0 Jr./F (4-2-6), Brody Kunst Jr./G (9-12Top Returners: Louie Wehmann Sr./F 0/3.62/.865).

(44-37-81), Sammy Lewis Sr./F (15-20Season Outlook: The Cougars lose 35), Jesse Varner Jr./D (3-17-20), Brandon their top three scorers from 2022-23, but Sattler Sr./F (8-4-12), Nick Damberg Sr./D do retain the third and fourth top scorers, (2-5-7), Owen Villagomez So./G (1-0- Christian Theuninck, and Luke Lebens.

0/3.44/.857).

They will also have experience in net with Season Outlook: The Lions bring back Brody Nunst. their star forward, Louie Wehmann, who scored 81 points last season as a Junior, Mankato West they will also have their top defenseman Coach: Nate Olsen Jesse Varner back who scored 20 points in State Tournaments: 2008, ’16 2022-23 2022-23 Record: 8-16-3 Top Returners: Jaeger Zimmerman Jr./F (14-20-34), Gage Schmidt Sr./F (14-

New Ulm Eagles Coach: Ryan Newman State Tournaments: 1992, 2010, ’11, ’12, ’15, ’19 2022-23 Record: 23-4-1 Top Returners: Austin Uecker Sr./F (27-41-68), Kaden Larson Sr./F (22-18-40), Bryer Lang Sr./F (19-19-38), Ian Brudelie Jr./F (10-13-23), Brody Wenner Jr./D (1-8-9), Bryer Hoffmann Sr./G (20-4-1/ 1.81/.923).

Season Outlook: The Eagles come off a great 2022-23 hockey season, winning 23 games, but they do graduate nine starters. The bright side is they have their top three scorers, including Austin Uecker, who scored nearly 70 points in his junior campaign.

Red Wood Valley Cardinals Coach: Denny Spielman State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 0-22-0 Top Returners: Kilen Cilek Jr./F (5-611), Gavin Vanderwerf Jr./D (2-3-5), Kopek Johnson Jr./F/G (2-1-3), Easton Sandgren Jr./D (0-3-3), Erik Rasmussen So./F (1-12), Kooper Johnson Jr./G (0-1-0/7.00/.897).

Season Outlook: The Cardinals return a good amount of their team from last year, so there should be some more experience on the ice. They will however have a goalie who will get more time on ice with Kooper Johnson., who saw a very limited workload in 2022-23.

Windom Area Eagles Coach: Travis Janssen State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 11-15-0 Top Returners: Wriley Haugen Sr./F (19-19-38), Sonny Heil Sr./F (20-12-32), Nicholas Espenson Jr./F (10-7-17), Karson Lacanne Sr./F/D (4-9-13), Landon Pillatzki Jr./D (3-5-8), Adam Dahne Sr./G (6-130/3.76/.870).

Season Outlook: The Eagles have a good group of returning players, starting with Wriley Haugen who led the team in points as a Junior. They’ll also have a good experienced duo in net with Adam Dahne and Grant Dronen who both saw a lot of game action in 2022-23.

Worthington Trojans Coach: Tyler Nienkerk State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 3-20-0

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Class A continued from page 17_______________________________________________________ Top Returners: Easton Newman Sr./F (18-5-23), Spencer NIckel Jr./F (15-3-18), Caden Van Briesen Sr./F (5-4-9), Anthony Jimenez Jr./D (3-5-8), Ian Bumgardner Sr./D (1-7-8), Collin Ahlers Sr./G (3-200/7.70/.790).

Season Outlook: The Trojans will return almost every player from their 202223 roster, including their top scorers and starting goalie. Easton Newman will return after scoring 23 goals last season, leading the team.

14-29), Brody Kok Jr./F (13-15-28), Eli Christopher Sr./D (2-10-12), Dominic Patnode Jr./D (4-6-10), Liam Dufner Jr./G (01-0/5.00/.861).

Season Outlook: The Tigers will have to rely on some scoring out of the top line, as they graduated their top three scorers.

They did retain Lane Olson, who scored nearly 30 points last season.

River Lakes Stars Coach: Zach Johnson State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 10-14-2 Top Returners: Blake Schultz Jr./F (13-26-39), Anthony Fink Sr./F (13-7-20), Jace Griffin Jr./F (2-11-13), Matthew Dotzler Sr./F (6-6-12), Carson Cronquist Sr./D (5-8-1/ 3.48/.875).

Season Outlook: The Stars head into 2023-24 season with a different roster from a year ago, graduating eight seniors. They do bring back their starting goalie, Carson Cronquist, who got plenty of starting time in 2022-23.

Section 4A Bloomington Kennedy Eagles Coach: Brandon Tveitbakk State Tournaments: 1990, ‘91 2022-23 Record: 3-23-0 Top Returners: Nick Manning Sr./F (7-4-11), Mason Biermaier Jr./F (0-4-4), David Wurst Jr./F (3-1-4), Rocky Carlson Jr./D (1-2-3), Rohr Brockman Sr./G (2-140/4.87/.874).

Season Outlook: The Eagles are going to into the 2023-24 hockey season with a very different looking roster to 2022-23.

They do have one of their top scorers Nick Manning back for his Senior season.

Chisago Lakes Wildcats Coach: Cory Lushanko State Tournaments: 1995, 2014 2022-23 Record: 16-11-1 Top Returners: Jack Bakken Sr./F (19-18-37), Andrew Swanson Sr./D (5-1015), Griffen Perrault Sr./D (7-7-14), Ben Kerkow Jr./F (3-9-12), Dustin Palewicz Sr./D (1-10-11), Brett Hanson Jr./G (3-00/1.78/.769).

Season Outlook: The Wildcats will rely on some forwards and defenders to step up and score some more this season. Jack Bakken is returning for his senior season after leading the team in scoring, ending the year with 37 points.

Mahtomedi Zephyrs Coach: Jeff Poeschl State Tournaments: 1992, ’94, ’97, ’98, 2001, ’09, ’20, ’15, ’17, ’18, ’19, ’20 Champs, ’22, ’23 Champs 2022-23 Record: 23-8-0 Top Returners: Jake Hodd-Chlebeck Sr./F (11-11-22), Jimmy Egan So./F (417-21), Sam Harris Jr./D (1-19-20), Cole Swanson Sr./D (2-17-19), Patrick Egan Sr./F (8-8-16), Charlie Brandt Sr./G (16-80/2.59/.912).

Season Outlook: The Zephyrs finish off the 2022-23 season with their second state championship title in the last three seasons.

The downside, is they graduated a good chunk of that roster. They did retain Jake Hodd-Chlebeck who scored over 20 points, and their starting goalie Charlie Brandt will man the crease again in 2023-24.

Simley Spartans Coach: Austyn Kryzer State Tournaments: 1996, 2003 2022-23 Record: 9-15-2 Top Returners: Matt Milner Sr./F (911-20), Jake Stanton Sr./F (7-12-19), Zach Hilsgen Sr./F (8-7-15), Louis Tuccitto Sr. (7-7-14), Ethan Unglebee Jr. (1-7-8), Mason Melendez Sr./G (7-12-1/ 4.10/.871).

Season Outlook: The Spartans will have a very similar roster to 2022-23, keeping their top four scorers, including Matt Milner, who scored 20 points last season and leading the team in goals.

South St. Paul Packers Coach: Zach Palquist State Tournaments: 1947, ’48, ’50, ’50, ’54, ’55, ’57, ’58, ’59, ’60, ’61, ’62, ’65, ’66, ’68, ’69, ’72, ’77, ’78, ’80, ’81, ’86, ’87, ’89, ’90, ’94, ’96, 2004 2022-23 Record: 4-21-1 Top Returners: Ray Rozales Sr./F (78-15), Brody Shepard Sr./D (2-8-10), Roddick Simons Jr./F (8-1-9), Bruce Doreen Sr./F (6-3-9), Cole Stever Sr./F/D (4-3-7), Wyatt Cheney Jr./G (4-21-1/ 4.07/.883).

Season Outlook: The Packers will have a very experienced roster compared to last years. They retain their leading scorer, Ray Rozales, who led the team in goals and points. They also will have both goalies who saw time in between the crease last season.

St. Paul Academy Spartans Coach: Bill McClellan State Tournaments: 2016 2022-23 Record: 14-12-1 Top Returners: Will Black Sr./F (1314-27), Ethan Peltier Jr./F (5-13-18), Casey Lynn Sr./D (5-8-13), Liam Huddleston Jr./F (4-4-8), James Steiner Jr./F (4-4-8), Isak

Brock Schultz and East Grand Forks enter the season ranked No. 2 in the preseason coaches poll.

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Bildtsen Sr./G (6-8-1/ 3.50/.891).

Season Outlook: The Spartans will have some voids to fill after graduating six seniors from 2023. They do, although have their top scorer from last year, Will Black, who had nearly 30 points a season ago.

St. Paul Highland Park Scots Coach: Paul Ryan State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 10-16-0 Top Returners: Isaac Johnson Jr./F (166-22), Benny Waud Sr./D (6-9-15), Thomas Bradford Sr. (5-9-14), Oscar Andestic Sr. (6-7-13), Emmett Eischens Sr. (4-9-13), Calum Axelson Jr./G (4-2-1/ 2.75/.883).

Season Outlook: The Scots will be a well experienced team in 2023-24, bringing back top scorers like Isaac Johnson who was second on the team in points. They’ll have Calum Axelson as their goalie this year after starting in seven contest a year ago.

SW Christian/Richfield Stars Coach: Paul Ranheim State Tournaments: 1962, ’63, ’64, ’76, ’86, ’91 (as Richfield) 2022-23 Record: 12-9-5 Top Returners: Jared Greiner Sr./F (1216-28), Tate Hardacre So./D (5-15-20), Eli Hoffman Sr./F (11-5-16), Kaden Feltmann Sr./F (7-8-15), Owen Zick Sr./F (7-8-15), Jannes Kamp Sr./G (12-9-5/ 3.13/.922).

Season Outlook: The Stars are bringing back four of five of their leading scorers, including Jared Greiner, who wa second on the team with 28 points. They will also bring back their top goalie, who had a great year, posting a save percentage well over .900.

Section 5A Becker/Big Lake Eagles Coach: Zach Barzee State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 10-16-0 Top Returners: Brayden Grading Sr./F (27-27-54), Jase Tobako Sr./F (18-21-39), Samuel Rusin Sr./F (4-4-8), Gunner Hanson Jr./D (3-3-6), Rylan Tobako Sr./F (3-36), Decian Weber Sr./G (7-8-0/4.18/.977).

Season Outlook: The Eagles will have a good amount of their depth back for this season, but they did graduated three of their top five scorers from 2022-23. They do bring back their top scorer Brayden Graning, who led the team with 54 points.

Little Falls Flyers Coach: Joey Haowski State Tournaments: 2005, ’06, ’07, ’08, ’09, ’12, ‘21 2022-23 Record: 18-9-0 Top Returners: Carter Oothoudt Sr./F

(29-21-50), Joey Welinski Jr./F (15-10-25), Luke Avery Jr./D (9-15-24), Ryan Oothoudt Jr./F (9-10-19), Izaak Kalis So./G (13-30/2.17/.922).

Season Outlook: The Flyers return a good chunk of their 2022-23 roster, but they do lose their leading scorer, so they will rely on players like Carter Oothoudt, who scored 50 points to help lead the team to a section championship.

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Monticello Moose Coach: Eric Nelson State Tournaments: 2017, ’18, ’20,

2022-23 Record: 16-10-1 Top Returners: Roman Thompson Sr./F (9-17-26), Gunnar Simon Sr./F (1312-25), Landen Scherber Jr./F (12-11-23), Cam Schmitz Sr./D (2-12-14), Aiden Widmark Jr./D (2-8-10), Caleb Biard Sr./G (1610-1/ 2.44/.916).

Season Outlook: The Moose had a good 2022-23 season, and they retain their top scorer, Roman Thompson, who led the team in assist and points. They did lose a good amount of players from graduation, but they still have their starting goalie, who sported a save percentage of over .900.

Mora/Milaca Mustangs Coach: Kevin Nolt State Tournaments: 1996, ’97 2022-23 Record: 8-17-1 Top Returners: Trenton Fore Sr./D (1811-28), Rowan Tramm Sr./F (10-14-24), Austin Neyssen Sr./F (7-14-21), Charlie Kritzeck Jr./D (5-10-15), Dylan Prokosch Sr./F (8-5-13), Dane Price Fr./G (1-12-1/ 5.69/.806).

Season Outlook: The Mustangs will bring back a good majority of their 202223 roster this season. This includes leading scorer Trenton Fore, who scored nearly 30 goals last year.

Pine City Area Dragons Coach: Seth Sauter State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 12-14-1 Top Returners: McCall Leger So./F (20-22-42), Gavin Broz Sr./F (13-1730), Logan Kirby Jr./D (2-14-16), Blake Painovich Jr./F (5-9-14), Hunter Haug Sr./D (3-10-13), Oscar Gribauval Sr./G (710-0/4.66/.864).

Season Outlook: The Dragons fly into 2023-24 with their roster mainly intact, retaining their top scorer McCall Leger, who scored over 40 points in 2022-23.

Princeton Tigers Coach: Andy Fondrick State Tournaments: 2002, ’03, ‘16 2022-23 Record: 13-13-0 Top Returners: Lane Olson Jr./F (15-

Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm Coach: Brady DeGagne State Tournaments: 2000 2022-23 Record: 8-17-1 Top Returners: Teagan Dodge Sr./F (26-18-44), Nick Anderson Sr./F (3-11-14), Jett Wheeler Sr./F (8-3-11), Hunter Behling Jr./F (4-6-10), Vince Mum Jr./F (1-6-7), Zander Parker Sr./G (8-13-0/4.85/.844).

Season Outlook: Teagan Dodge returns for his senior season after leading the team in points with 44 for the Storm. SRR will also bring back their goalie who started nearly every game in 2022-23.

St. Cloud Cathedral Crusaders Coach: Robbie Stocker State Tournaments: 1993, ’94, 2004, ’08, ’09, ’14, ’16, ’17, ’19 Champs, ’20, ’23 2022-23 Record: 18-13-0 Top Returners: John Hirschfeild Jr./F (19-31-50), Joey Gillespie Jr./F (22-24-46), Andrew Dwinnell Sr./F (19-25-44) Cole Hwang Sr./F (12-17-29), Landon Swenson Sr./F (13-12-25), Nick Hansen Sr./G (1713-0/2.34/.913).

Season Outlook: The Crusaders advanced to their first state tournament since 2020. They were a very young team in 2022-23, which is impressive, because they had a plethora of scoring from all over the roster. John Hirschfeild was just a sophomore last season, and he still led the team in points. They also have their starting goalie back, who has a save percentage of well over .900. St. Cloud Cathedral could be a very good team to watch this year, as they look to get back to the state championship game.

Section 6A Alexandria Cardinals Coach: Josh Meyers State Tournaments: 92, 96, 10, 11, 18, 22, 23.

2022-23 Record: 15-14-1 Top Returners: Leo Kompelien Sr./F (19-15-34), Gavin Olson Sr./F (13-14-27), Jack Lamski Sr./D (5-21-26), Evan Anderson Sr./F (6-7-13), Gage Castle Sr./D (1-11-12), Jackson Cavers Sr./G (2-4-1/ 2.65/.883).

Season Outlook: The Cardinals started slow in 2022-23 but caught fire to win the section and advance to the state tournament. They did graduate ten seniors in 2023, including their leading scorer, but they bring back their top defenseman Jack Lamski, and Leo Kompelien, who scored over 30 points last season.

Breckenridge/Wahpeton Blades Coach: Evan McCall State Tournaments: No 2022-23 Record: 1-24-0 Top Returners: Josh Hofman So./F (36-9), Isaiah Bruechert So./F (3-4-7), Jace Johanson Sr./D (4-3-7), Trey Vogelbacher Jr./F (5-1-6), Kai McDonald So./F (2-3-5), David Beam Jr./G (0-3-0/8.33/.764).

Season Outlook: The Blades bright back four of five of their top scorers from 2022-23, including Josh Hofman, who was second on the team in goals and points.

They will have a new goalie in net, but David Beam also did get a couple games under his belt.

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Class A continued from page 18______________ Fergus Falls Otters Coach: Mike Donaghue State Tournaments: 97, 98, 99, 00, 01, 02, 03.

2022-23 Record: 14-11-2 Top Returners: Kellen Stenstrom Sr./F (25-32-57), Shane Zierden Sr./F (1321-34), Jack Welde Sr./F (9-13-22), Leighton Buckmeier Sr./D (8-11-19), Michael Schmidt Jr./F (3-7-10), Brady Metcalf Sr./G (1-1-0/3.50/.870).

Season Outlook: The Otters were one win away from getting back to the state tournament last year in Section 6A. They return a healthy amount of players although, including scoring leader Kellen Stenstrom, who scored nearly 60 points in 2022-23.

Morris/Benson Area Storm Coach: Jeremiah Day State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23 Record: 15-10-0 Top Returners: Charlie Goff Sr./F (3215-47), Kaleb Breuer Sr./D (5-9-14), Bryce Lehman So./D (2-9-11), Zach Wrobleski Jr./F (5-6-11), Tucker Blume Sr./F (5-611), Christopher Danielson Sr./G (13-90/3.53/878).

Season Outlook: The Storm had a good season, winning 15 games. They did graduate a good amount of scoring leaders, other than Charlie Goff who scored nearly 50 goals last season. They also will have the same three goalies who saw action in 202223.

Northern Lakes Lightning Coach: Erik Vetsch State Tournaments: 2021 2022-23 Record: 12-15-0 Top Returners: Logan Verville Sr./F (21-12-33), Easton Anderson Jr./F (12-1931), Jerome Martin Jr./F (16-11-27), Isaac Peterson Sr./D (5-18-23), Finnegan Fogarty Jr./F (12-7-19), Nigel DeSanto Sr./G (6-80/3.24/.898).

Season Outlook: The Lightning will be much more experienced team in 2023-24, they return their leading scorer, Logan Verville, who scored over 30 points last season.

They do return one of the three goalies that saw playing time last seasons, so there is also experience in net.

2022-23 Record: 16-9-1 Top Returners: Joseph Antonutti Sr./F (15-14-29), Karson Young Jr./D (2-17-19), Jace Stewart Sr./F (5-10-15), Ethan Kilichowski Sr./F (5-8-13), Ryan Jones Sr./F (3-9-12), Logan Sickmann Sr./G (9-30/2.90/.875).

Season Outlook: The Lumberjacks bring back their top defenseman, Karson Young, Cole Painovich, Cooper Ellena.

They will also have all three goalies who got playing in 2022-23, including Logan Sickmann, who got to see the ice the most.

Ely/Northeast Range Timberwolves Coach: Jake Meyers State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 8-18-0 Top Returners: Deegan Richards Sr./F (21-25-46), Drew Marolt Sr./F (24-1438), Jace Huntbach Jr./F (4-10-14), Wes Sandy Sr./D (1-12-13), Kadein Zupancich Sr./D (2-8-10), Ben Leeson Jr./G (1-50/6.18/.837).

Season Outlook: The Timberwolves Bring back a good amount of players from 2022-23, including their top two scorers, Deegan Richards and Drew Marolt, who both scored over 35 points.

Greenway Raiders Coach: Andy Sertich State Tournaments: 62, 66, 67, (champs), 68 (champs), 69, 70, 87, 92 (champs), 01, 19.

2022-23 Record: 8-19-0 Top Returners: Jace Kammeier Sr./F (35-8), Thomas Vekich Sr./F (5-3-8), Dylan Villeneuve Sr./D (2-6-8), Caiden Carpenter Sr./D (1-5-6), Mac Gang Jr./D (1-3-4), Derek Gibeau Sr./G (6-11-0/4.24/.884).

Season Outlook: The Raiders graduated the top five scorers of 2022-23, but they do have a healthy amount of seniors, so they may have to rely on them. They will also retain their starting goalie, who played a majority of the seasons last year.

Prairie Centre North Stars Coach: Chad Wehrman State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 7-19-0 Top Returners: James Ireland So./F (12-31-43), Jesse Williams Sr./F (8-2028), Zac Bick Sr./F (12-13-25), Aiken Lambrecht Jr./F (6-5-11), Caiden Frerichs Jr./D (1-3-4), Carter Holman Jr./G (7-190/5.21/.830).

Season Outlook: The North Stars will be without their leading scorer, but they bring back the second, third, and fourth leading scorers, James Rieland, Jesse Williams, and Zac Bick. They also bring back their goalie, who got a lot of playing time last season.

Hermantown Hawks Coach: Patrick Andrews State Tournaments: 94, 98, 99, 01, 06, 07, (champs), 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 (champs), 17 (champs), 18, 20, 21, 22 (champs), 23.

2022-23 Record: 16-9-1 Top Returners: Dallas Vieau Sr./F (2327-50), Rover Freeman Jr./F (13-14-27), Joshua Kauppinen Sr./F (17-8-25), William Easterbrooks Sr./D (6-16-22), Evan Gunderson Sr./F (5-12-17), Dane Callaway Sr./G (15-2-0/1.58/.921.

Season Outlook: The Hawks are entering the 2023-24 season with a slightly different roster, graduating three of the five top scorers on their team. Although if there was any team that can rebound from graduating many players, it’s Hermantown. They do bring back their top scorer too, Dallas Vieau, who scored 50 points for the Hawks.

Dane Callaway will also return, coming in as one of the top goalies in the state.

Wadena-Deer Creek Wolverines Coach: Robby Grendahl State Tournaments: ‘94, ‘04.

2022-23 Record: 15-11-1 Top Returners: Carson Davis Jr./F (6-11-17), Cooper Ness Jr./F (5-8-13), Jaeger Pettit Sr./D/F (6-3-9), Peyton Mithun Jr./F (3-5-8), Gunner Olson Sr./G (13-8-1/ 4.53/.843).

Season Outlook: The Wolverines head into the 2023-24 season with a very different roster, as they graduated a lot of players. They will although have Carson Davis, who scored 17 points last year. They have a new coach, who will be in his first year at the helm, so this will be a seasons to watch for WDC.

Hibbing/Chisholm Bluejackets Coach: Eric Rewertz State Tournaments: 52 (champs), 67, 70, 73 (champs), 74, 82, 84, 85, 86, 94, 03, 04, 11.

2022-23 Record: 16-9-1 Top Returners: Christian Edmonds Sr./D (5-12-17), Jack Gabardine Sr./F (6-814), Jace Kampsula Jr./F (8-4-12), Blaydon McCue Sr./D (2-9-11), Tyler Raatsi Jr./F (12-3), Tim Urdahl Jr./G (3-0-0/1.67/.908).

Season Outlook: The Bluejackets will have somewhat of a rebuilding year, after graduating 11 seniors, and all five top scores, and their starting goalie. They will have their second best scoring defenseman, Christian Edmonds.

Willmar Cardinals Coach: Jamie Hagen State Tournaments: 9-17-0 2022-23 Record: 9-17-0 Top Returners: Cullen Gregory Sr./F (21-12-33), Jordan Gorans Sr./F (3-9-12), Dylan Staska Sr./D (2-10-12), Charles Swart Sr./F (3-6-9), Dieken Carruthers Sr./D (1-5-6), Mason Thole Sr./G (3-30/6.15/.825).

Season Outlook: The Cardinals will have their top scorer, Cullen Gregory back for his senior season, scoring over 30 points last year, leading the team. They will also have a goalie who saw time as a starter in 2022-23.

International Falls Broncos Coach: Chad Baldwin State Tournaments: 50, 56, 57, (champs), 58, 59, 62 (champs), 63, 64 (champs), 65 (champs), 66 (champs), 68, 71, 72 (champs), 73, 83, 89, 95 (champs), 00, 02.

2022-23 Record: 13-14-0 Top Returners: Cooper Crandall Jr./F (12-14-26), Royce Allan Sr./F (9-8-17), Noah Shikowsky Sr./F (9-6-15), Aiden McFarland Jr./D (3-8-11), Asher Keep Jr./F (45-9), Keaton Marsh Jr./G (5-4-0/3.74/.838).

Season Outlook: The Broncos will have to rely on some of last years depth players, as they graduated all but on of the 2022-23 top five scoring leaders. They will retain Cooper Crandall, who scored 26 points, being the second leading player on the roster.

Section 7A Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Lumberjacks Coach: Shea Walters State Tournaments: 82, 92, 93, 02, 08.

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Shuagabay, Slukynsky receive awards as top player, goalie

Warroad Head Coach Jay Hardwick with Mr. Hockey 2023 Jayson Shaugabay and Frank Brimsek Award winner Hampton Slukynsky who made a clean sweep of the top awards for Minnesota high school boys’ hockey. PHOTO BY THE MINNESOTA ALL SPORTS ALLIANCE Warroad made a clean sweep in postseason individual awards last year with both the Mr. Hockey and Frank Brimsek Awards both going to Warroad seniors.

Jayson Shaugabay became Warroad’s second recipient of the Mr. Hockey Award.

Larry Olimb won the award in 1988.

Hampton Slukynsky took home the Frank Brimsek Award as the state’s top senior goaltender, becoming Warroad’s first netminder to win the award.

Both players were also drafted in the fourth round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft with Shaugabay going 115th overall to the Tampa Bay Lightning and Slukynsky going 118th overall to the Los Angeles Kings.

Shaugabay had a historic season for the Warriors, racking up 96 points in 31 games and along with Slukynsky lead Warroad to the state finals for the second consecutive season where they lost to Mahtomedi 6-5 in double overtime.

Shaugubay finished his high school career with 103 goals and 180 assists for 283 points.

He is committed to the University of Minnesota-Duluth and is currently playing for the Green Bay Gamblers of the USHL. Slukynsky finished his high school career with 57 wins and just five losses and three ties. In his senior year he was 28-1-1 with a 1.47 goals against average and a .941 save percentage and nine shutouts.

He is committed to Northern Michigan University and is currently playing for the Fargo Force of the USHL.

Jayson Shaugabay shows off his Mr. Hockey ring with Minnesota Minutemen with Minnesota All Sports Alliance Mr. Hockey Chairman Marty Mjelelli (left) and Exceutive President Loren Feldkamp.

Moose Lake Area Rebels Coach: Chris Gamst State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 5-19-0 Top Returners: Jordan Bird Sr./D (2-911), Jaxsyn Schmidt Sr./F (3-4-7), Joey Olson Jr./F (2-3-5), Gavin Gamst So./F (2-24), Dalton Slama Jr./F (1-3-4), Eli Gilberts Jr./G (3-9-0/4.79/.972).

Season Outlook: The Rebels will return a good amount of players from 202223, but the did graduate four of their top five scorers. They will have Jordan Bird back for his senior season, he scored 11 points as a defenseman.

North Shore Storm Coach: Shawn Lundgren State Tournaments: 1999 2022-23 Record: 6-18-1 Top Returners: Jake Stadler Sr./F (17-15-32), Ayden Althaus Jr./F (10-1020), Jacob Carpenter Jr./D (8-7-15), Cole Anderson Jr./F (5-7-12), Braylon Hoff Sr./F (4-3-7), Zach Bentler Sr./G (5-120/5.53/.872).

Season Outlook: The Storm will have good experience, with a very similar roster to last years squad. They bring back their top five scorers and their starting goalie,

who saw a lot of time in net.

Proctor Rails Coach: Jeff Laspi State Tournaments: 1997 2022-23 Record: 13-13-0 Top Returners: Tanner Ross Jr./F (17-25-42), Austin Bryant Jr./F (8-16-24), Carson Pavlowich Sr./D (7-17-24), Wyatt Meineheine Sr./D (7-11-18), Nolan Olstad Sr./D (3-14-17), AJ Reyelts Sr./G (7-80/2.34/.926).

Season Outlook: The Rails will return their top three scorers, Tanner Ross, Austin Bryant, and Pavlowich, who all scored over 20 points. They also will have their starting goalie back who had a great season in 202223, posting a save percentage over .920.

Section 8A Bagley/Fosston Flyers Coach: Jake Seuntjens State Tournaments: None 2022-23 Record: 17-10-0

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BOYS STATE H.S. HOCKEY –––– Individual Awards ––––

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Mr. Hockey Award Winners 1985-Present 1985 Tom Chorske, Southwest 1986 George Pelawa, Bemidji 1987 Kris Miller, Greenway (Coleraine) 1988 Larry Olimb, Warroad 1989 Trent Klatt, Osseo 1990 Joe Dziedzic, Edison 1991 Darby Hendrickson, Richfield 1992 Brian Bonin, White Bear Lake 1993 Nick Checco, Bloomington Jefferson 1994 Mike Crowley, Bloomington Jefferson 1995 ErikRasmussen, St. Louis Park 1996 Dave Spehar, Duluth East

1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

Aaron Miskovich, Grand Rapids Johnny Pohl, Red Wing Jeff Taffe, Hastings Paul Martin, Elk River Marty Sertich, Roseville Gino Guyer, Greenway Nate Dey, North St. Paul Tom Gorowsky, Centennial Brian Lee, Moorhead David Fischer, Apple Valley Ryan McDonagh, Cretin-Derham Hall Aaron Ness, Roseau Nick Leddy, Eden Prairie Nik Bjugstad, Blaine

2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Kyle Rau, Eden Prairie Justin Kloos, Lakeville South Grant Besse, Benilde-St. Margaret’s Avery Peterson, Grand Rapids Jake Jaremko, Elk River Riley Tufte, Blaine Casey Mittelstadt Sammy Walker, Edina Bryce Brodzinski, Blaine Blake Biondi, Hermantown Jack Peart, Grand Rapids Max Strand, Roseau High School Jayson Shaugabay, Warroad

Minnesota Mr. Goalie - Frank Brimsek Award Winners 1995-Present 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

Todd Kelzenberg, Blaine Karl Goehring, Apple Valley Kyle Kolquist, Duluth East Adam Coole, Duluth East Adam Laaksonen, Cloquet Jake Brant, Roseau Eric Aarnio, White Bear Lake Josh Johnson, Cloquet Jon Anderson, White Bear Lake Matt Lundin, Apple Valley Alec Richards, Breck

2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

Austin Lee, Bloomington Jefferson Reid Ellingson, Cloquet Joe Phillippi, Hill-Murray Casey O’Connor, Bloomington Jefferson Zane Gothberg, Thief River Falls Alex Lyon, Lake of the Woods Michael Bitzer, Moorhead David Zevnik, Saint Thomas Academy Hunter Shepard, Grand Rapids

2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Dyllan Lubbesmeyer, Burnsville Nick Althaus, St. Cloud Apollo Jake Begley, Hill-Murray Atticus Kelly, Saint Thomas Academy Charlie Glockner, Minnetonka Hudson Hodges, Moorhead Jack Wieneke, Maple Grove Ben Dardis, Mahtomedi Hampton Slukynsky, Warroad

Minnesota Mr. Defense - Reed Larson Award Winners 2013-Present 2013 2014 2015 2016

Jake Bischoff, Grand Rapids Luc Snuggerud, Eden Prairie Jacob Olson, Hill-Murray Wyatt Aamodt, Hermantown

2017 2018 2019 2020

Dylan Samberg, Hermantown Luke LaMaster, Duluth East Mike Koster, Chaska Wyatt Kaiser, Andover

2021 2022 2023

Jack Peart, Grand Rapids Leo Gruba, Hill-Murray Chase Cheslock, Rogers

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Herb Brooks Award Winners (Boys)

Top Returners: Connor Nelson Sr./F (5Season Outlook: The Lakers will rely on their top three players graduated. They will 3-8), Gage Gunderson Jr./D (4-1-5), Grant some young players in 2023-24, as they grad- have their goalies back who got time in net.

2004-Present Merschman So./F (1-1-2), Kamden Fon- uated 12 players from last year. They will taine Jr./F (0-1-1), Kyle Johnson Jr./G (3-2- have a goalie who saw some playing time, so Lake of the Woods Bears YEAR & CLASS AWARD WINNER TEAM & CLASS 0/2.62/.908). there is experience in the net with Karl Witt. YEAR Coach: Don Krause AWARD WINNER 2004 Class AA Greg Flynn Centennial 2014 Class AA Zach Season Outlook: The Flyers will have Easton Kennedy is entering his sophomore State Tournaments: 49, 50,Yon 51, 93, 2004 Pat Dynan a nearly full Class rebuild A after retaining only five year, afterOrono scoring over 30 points as a fresh- 2014 2022-23 5-20-0 ClassRecord: A Logan Norman players fromClass last years roster. They will bring man.

Top Returners: WoodAltavilla Sr./F (172005 AA Mike Wallgren Tartan 2015 Class AA Randy Angelo back a2005 goalieClass with some starting 30-47), Jordan Kvernen Sr./D (21-19-40), A experience, Jon Breuer Albert Lea 2015 Class A Dixon Bowen in five games in 2022-23. They will have to East Grand Forks Green Wave Brant Baron Jr./F (5-5-10), Wyatt Brown AA to play Matta Olson Blaine 2016 Class AA rely on2006 someClass young players big role Coach: Tyler Palmiscno Jr./D (3-7-10), Sawyer Jackson Stromlund Cates Jr./D (1A Karl Gilbert in the 2006 offenseClass and defense.

State Hermantown Tournaments: 71, 80, 82, 98, 99, 2016 7-8), Jayce Johnson Jr./GTyler (4-13-0/6.16/.839).

Class A Loe 14 (champs), 15 (champs), 17, 19, 2017 Season The BearsMiller will have a 2007 Class AA Joe Stejskal 01, 02, 13,Grand Rapids ClassOutlook: AA Micah Crookston Pirates 21. good amount of returners to their 2007 Class A Chad Huttel Hermantown 2017 Class A Charlie roster Vollerfrom Coach: Josh Hardy 2022-23 Record: 16-12-0 last year, including their leading scorer Ran2008 Class AA None Joe Phillippi Hill-Murray State Tournaments: Top Returners: Brock Schultz Sr./F (21- dy Wood, who had 47 points in 2022-23.

2008 Record: Class A5-19-1 Bryce Ravndalen Warroad Joe Molenaar 2022-23 21-42), Landon Jarnieson Sr./F (12-25-37), 2018 Class AA Jr./F (13-10-23), Grady Magner 2018 Top Returners: Carter Trudeau Sr./F Jace Van Eps Red LakeAFalls Eagles 2009 Class AA Trent Johnson Moorhead Class Jackson Boline Cole Bies Jr./D (7-10-17), (13-12-25), Street Mi- Sr./D (10-9-19), Coach: Trevor Page 2009 Ryan Class A Jr./F (3-10-13), Riley Hirsch Little Falls 2019 Class AA Jack Jensen chael Bochow Jr./F (3-3-6), Brandon Colborn Chase Mero Sr./G (15-10-0/2.50/.888).

State Tournaments: None 2010 Class AA Peter Sikich Apple Valley 2019 Class A Donte Lawson Season Outlook: The Green Wave bring Jr./F (4-2-6), Kadin Edwards Sr./F (2-3-5), 2022-23 Record: 16-10-0 2010 Class A Casey Myhre Virginia/ back all of their top five scorers from 2022Parker Kelly Jr./G (1-0-0/3.31/.902).

Top Returners: Gavin Girdler Jr./F Brock Schultz, who scored over 2020 Season Outlook: The Pirates will have 23, including (42-45-87), Sr./F (21-28Mountain Iron-Buhl ClassBlake AA Breiland Will Svenddal 40 points, leading the team.

They will also a healthy amount of returning players from 49), Brock Seeger Jr./D (14-24-38), Jacob 2011 Class AA David Garen White Bear Lake 2020 Class A Colin Hagstrom 2022-23, so the experience could play a key bring back their starting goalie, who won 15 Harmoning Jr./D (5-1-6), Brock Knott Jr./D 2011 A A. will J. Reid 2021 Class AA Fredrickson Cade Ahrenholz role this yearClass for Crookston.

They have a games, Saint Thomas Academy (0-6-6), Ashtin Sr./G (8-52012 Classwho AAhad minimal Michael Bitzer Moorhead 2021 Class A Landon Parker a couple of goalie playing 0/4.46/.870). time last season, so their will beHanowski inKittson County Central Bearcats Season The Eagles Knox will bring 2012 Class A workload Joseph Little Falls 2022 ClassOutlook: AA Weston creased in 2023-24.

Robert East Carr back most of A their roster fromHard 2022-23, in2013 Class AA Ryan Lundgren Coach: Duluth 2022 Class Matt State Tournaments: N/A cluding their top scorer Gavin Girdler, who 2013Lakes ClassLakers A Chris Benson 2022-23 Hermantown 2023 AA season, Jack Erickson Detroit Record: 14-10-1 had a Class tremendous scoring over 80 David Coach: Ben Noah Top Returners: Dana Brown Sr./F (4-11- 2023 points,Class whichAwas amongst theWolsfeld states best.

State Tournaments: 95, 96 15), Eli Muir Fr./F (6-8-14), Gavin Johnson Blake Breiland will be a senior this season, 2022-23 Record: 17-8-1 So./D (5-9-14), Morgan Muir Sr./F (3-7-10), after scoring a great 49 points in 2022-23.

Top Returners: Easton Kennedy So./F Isaac Gustafson Sr./F (3-6-9), Jameson Turn(17-17-34), Jace Fields Jr./D (3-28-31), Tom- er Jr./G (11-4-0/3.76/.889).

Thief River Falls Prowlers my Suckert Jr./D (6-17-23), Cole Deraney Season Outlook: The Bearcats will have Coach: Tim Bergland Sr./F (8-13-21), Easton Wahl Jr./F (7-10-17), a good amount of players back, but they will State Tournaments: 45, 51, 52, 54 Kael Witt Sr./G (0-1-0/0.80/.958). have to rely on some players to step up after (champs), 55, 56 (champs), 59, 60, 65, 06,

11, 12, 16, 18.

2022-23 Record: 10-16-1 Top Returners: Max Arlt Sr./F (22-2648), Braydin Lund Sr./F (19-16-35), Jace ErTEAM ickson Sr./D (9-13-22), Rylan Leake Jr./F (0Roseau 16-16), Paul Anderson Jr./F (4-5-9), Connor Boyer Sr./G (10-16-1/ 3.15/.896).

Luverne Season Outlook: Lakeville North The Prowlers bring back a lot of their roster from last season, inEast Grand Forks cluding their leading scorer. Max Arlt scored Stillwater nearly 50 points in 2022-23, just ahead of Braydin Lund,West who scored over 30. They Mankato have some good scoring depth, and more exGrand Rapids perience should help TRF this hockey season.

Monticello/Annandale/ Maple Lake Warroad Warriors Minnetonka Coach: Jay Hardwick State Tournaments: 48, 49, 53, 63, 69, Alexandria 70, 87, 88, 89, 94 (champs), 95, 96 (champs), Eden Prairie 97, 00’, 03 (champs), 04, 05 (champs), 07, Greenway/Nashwauk08, 09, 10, 20, 22, 23 Keewatin 2022-23 Record: 29-1-1 Top Returners: Blake School Carson Pilgrim Sr./F (52-40-92), Murray Marvin-Cordes Sr./F Mahtomedi (25-28-53), Ryan Lund Sr./D (18-29-47), Lakeville Teven James South Jr./F (7-17-24), Will HardEast Grand Forks wick Sr./D (1-9-10), Ben Norris Sr./G (1-00/0.00/1.000).

Andover Season Outlook: The Warriors are comWarroad ing off another season, losing just one game, andHill-Murray advancing to their second consecutive Mahtomedi state title game. They will return one of the

states most talented player with Carson Pilgrim, who scored over 90 points in 2022-23.

They will have a new netidner, after the best goalie in the state last season graduated. Ben Norris will see a major upgrade in playing time, who will hopefully fill the big shoes left.

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Class AA Season Outlook

Last season the Minnetonka Skippers were destined to make a bid for a state championship.

With a crop of Division I commits, the Skippers were hyped as the team to beat.

But if anything was proven it was that anything can happen as the Skippers finished fourth in the Class AA state tournament and Gentry Academy won it all.

To show how much a difference a year can make, however, and the Skippers find themselves ranked No. 1 in Class AA while Gentry Academy has fallen out of the top 20 with two consecutive losses to start the season. The Stars lost a slew of talent to graduation and will look to rebuild a strong roster. Meanwhile Minnetonka returns with another strong roster led by Division I commits Lindzi Avar and Kendra Distad.

But once again there will be plenty of competition near the top. Edina and Andover are always going to be knocking on the door of a state title every season. Hill-Murray has one of the best young rosters in the state, and Benilde-St. Margaret’s could have their best team in recent memory.

Moorhead, Stillwater, Maple Grove, Centennial/Spring Lake Park, Northfield, Holy Family Catholic and many more are also all in the mix as the season gets underway.

Here is a section-by-section look at the competition in Class AA: Section 1AA Austin Packers Coach: Sultanna Akkerman State Tournaments: 00, 07, 08.

2022-23: 2-21-0 Top Returners: Peyton Squier Sr./D (9-5-14), Lauren Bowe Fr./F (3-8-11), Yazmine Huerta So./F (2-4-6), Camille Dunlap Sr./F/D (3-3-6), Maxi Talamantes Sr./F (2-3-5), Chloe Schaal Fr./G (2-210/8.17/.727).

Season Outlook: The Packers have only three seniors heading into the 202324 season, and although they lost their top scorer to graduation, Peyton Squier is back, as she was second on the team in goals and points.

Farmington Tigers Coach: Jon Holmes State Tournaments: 02, 03, 07, 08, 17, 19, 20, 21.

2022-23: 9-17-0 Top Returners: Paige Johnson Fr./F (7-18-25), Alexa Bricko So./F (6-9-15), Morgan Mitchell Sr./F (5-4-9), Kennedy Meier Jr./F (7-1-8), Amelia Goblirsch 8th./F (4-2-6), Addison Moudry Jr./G (6-80/2.61/.900).

Season Outlook: The Tigers are a young, yet experienced team heading into 2023-24. They have players like Paige Johnson who’s just a freshman this year, but in her eighth grade season, she was third on the team in points. Farmington will have more experience and maturity this season, so improvement is expected.

Lakeville South Cougars Coach: Tim Morris State Tournaments: 02, 04, 2009, 11, 15, 16, 18.

2022-23: 21-5-0 Top Returners: Josie Grossman Jr./F (15-16-31), Ella Fowler Sr./F (6-20-26), Brynn O’Neill Sr./F (11-15-26), Nicole McKinney Sr./D (4-13-17), Lilly Hunst Sr./D (3-7-10), Claire Bronson Sr./G (21-50/1.46/.933.

Season Outlook: The Cougars bring back their 2022-23 scoring leader Josie Grossman who enters her Junior season.

They also have their starting goalie Claire Bronson who had a tremendous 2022-23 campaign posting a GAA well under two and a save percentage over .930. The Cougars are still a little young but they have plenty of experience to compete in Section 1AA. Mankato East Cougars Coach: Amber Prange State Tournaments: 99, 17, 19, 22, 23.

2022-23: 22-7-0 Top Returners: Jessica Eykyn Sr./F (21-15-36), Brielle Newton So./F (18-1432), Ashley Fischer Jr./F (14-8-22), Ava Tibodeau So./F (7-11-18), Kira Prange Fr./F (3-9-12), Jordan Thomas Jr./G (0-00/3.00/.833).

eran and experienced squad, even though they lost a good amount of seniors from a year ago, they still have two of their former top five scorers, Samantha Bogen, and Izzy Radel. They also retain both of the goalies they started last season, Mikayla Wilker, and Leah Spencer.

Rochester Century/John Marshall Coach: Tom Aney State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 7-17-1 Top Returners: Megan Gamble Jr./F (10-8-18), Daelyn Williams Jr./F (13-316), Paige Groslie Jr./D (5-7-12), Annika Torbenson Sr./F (3-9-12), Fiona Barry Sr./F (6-5-11).

Season Outlook: Rochester Century/ John Marshall has some more experience on their roster this season. They lose their top scorer but retain Megan Gamble who was just a couple points shy of that top spot in 2022-23.

Rochester Mayo Spartans Coach: Nicole Root/Kara Torkelson State Tournaments: 98, 05, 06, 07.

2022-23: 6-17-1 Top Returners: Claire Seims Sr./F (614-20), Katie Cummings Jr./F (8-10-18), Sophia Sather Jr./F (6-6-12), Cass Arendt Sr./F (7-4-11), Andrea Augeson Sr./F (7-310), Grace Kober Jr./G (3-10-0/4.42/.889).

Season Outlook: Spartans are looking to see growth from the experience that the roster brings. They only lost one player The Skippers are off to a 3-0 start after being ranked No. 1 in the preseason coaches poll. from the roster a year ago and retained their They defeated No. 2 Andover 5-4 to maintain their top spot in the rankings. Above, top five leading scorers Claire Seims, KaLindzi Avar and Kendra Distad celebrate after a goal. tie Cummings, Sophia Sather, Cass Arendt, PHOTO BY TIM KOLEHMAINEN/BREAKDOWN SPORTS and Andrea Augeson.

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Team Record Last WK Minnetonka 3-0-0 1 Edina 2-0-0 3 Hill-Murray 3-0-0 4 Andover 1-1-1 2 Benilde-St. Margaret’s 2-1-0 5 Maple Grove 2-0-0 6 Moorhead 1-1-1 8 Stillwater 1-1-0 7 Holy Family Catholic 3-0-0 10 Centennial/Spring Lake Park 3-1-0 11 Northfield 4-0-0 9 Champlin Park/Coon Rapids 4-0-0 14 Lakeville North 2-0-0 12 Lakeville South 2-0-0 16 Bemidji 3-1-0 19 Rogers 1-2-0 NR Grand Rapids/Greenway 1-1-0 13 Woodbury 2-1-0 NR Forest Lake 2-0-0 NR Eden Prairie 3-2-0 NR

Other Teams Receiving Votes: Prior Lake, Farmington, Apple Valley, Rosemount, Cretin-Derham Hall, Brainerd/Little Falls, Elk River/Zimmerman, Gentry Academy, Roseau, East Ridge, Alexandria.

Season Outlook: The Cougars finished as consolation champions in the 202223 state tournament. They do lose a good amount of players on their roster but retain three of the five top scorers from last year Jessica Eykyn, Brielle Newton, and Ashley Fischer. Mankato East will have to fill the shoes of their starting goalie Annaliese Rader who graduated, Jordan Thomas was able to get some game action last year, so it’s safe to assume her workload will increase.

Northfield Raiders Coach: Paige Haley State Tournaments: 16, 17, 22.

2022-23: 20-8-0 Top Returners: Ayla Puppe Sr./F (5335-88), Emerson Garlie Sr./F (29-22-51), Grace McCoshen Sr./D (8-35-43), Mia Miller So./D (8-23-31), Isabelle Stephes Sr./F (6-16-22), Macy Mueller Jr./G (20-8-

0/1.86/.918).

Season Outlook: The Raiders have their five top scorers back, including their leading goal and assist leader from 2022-23 with Ayla Puppe who put up over 50 goals.

Puppe will be a huge part of this Raiders offense in 2023-24, along with their netminder MAcy Mueller who is coming back after a great season.

Owatonna Huskies Coach: Tony Cloud State Tournaments: 97, 01, 03.

2022-23: 19-7-0 Top Returners: Samantha Bogen Sr./F (21-26-47), Izzy Radel Sr./F (14-20-34), Molly Achterkirch Sr./F (9-21-30), Kendra Bogen So./D (7-16-23), Averi Vetsch Jr./F (10-10-20), Mikayla Wilker Sr./G (15-50/1.60/.900).

Season Outlook: The Huskies head into the 2023-24 hockey season as a very vet-

Section 2AA Chaska/Chanhassen Storm Hawks Coach: Jackie Pieper State Tournaments: 00, 01.

2022-23: 6-20-1 Top Returners: Sophia Klein Jr./F (6-511), Brenna Westerhaus Sr./F (6-4-10), Ava Stewart Sr./F (2-5-7), Claire Lawler So./F (3-3-6), Hannah Grimm Jr./F (2-4-6), Madeleine Margraf Sr./G (5-16-1/ 3.50/.915) Season Outlook: The Storm Hawks will have to replace their top two scorers this season, losing one to graduation and the other transferring schools. They have the experience and veteran presence to do so although Sophia Klein is one of those experienced forwards who has the ability to step up and fill the shoes. Chaska/Chanhassen did retain their goalie, who faced a lot of shots in 2022-23, but kept a save percentage well over .900.

Eden Prairie Eagles Coach: Steve Persian State Tournaments: 03, 04, 06 (Champs), 08 (Champs), 13, 14,16 (Champs), 17, 18.

2022-23: 10-16-0 Top Returners: Addy Mitchell Jr./F (10-9-19), Lauren Pottinger Jr./F (6-12-18), Natalie McKeil Jr./D (5-7-12), Ella Pinnow Fr./D (4-5-9), Ella Konrad Jr./D (4-4-8), Tegan Swanson Sr./G (2-13-0/2.67/.903).

Season Outlook: The Eagles are a young team, but they’ve been playing with each other for a couple of years now, so the chemistry should improve. They retain their top two scorers, Addy Mitchell, and Lauren Pottinger, Mitchell had double digit goals last season.

Holy Family Catholic Fire Coach: Randy Koeppl State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 20-7-1 Top Returners: Josie Linn Jr./F (25-2449), Katya Sander So./F (13-12-25), Jenna Allen Sr./F (6-8-14), Casey Cronin Jr./D (010-10), Addy Cowan So./F (3-4-7), Kayla Swartout So./G (3-0-0/0.27/.982).

Season Outlook: The Fire will have a very young team, heading into 2023-24 with just a couple seniors on the roster.

They will have some big shoes to fill, but the Fire do have Josie Linn who had nearly 50 points last season, she was the team leader in both goals and assists.

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Girls AA continued from page 23_______________________________________________________ Minnetonka Skippers Coach: Tracy Cassano State Tournaments: 11 (Champs), 12 (Champs), 13 (Champs), 13 (Champs), 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23.

2022-23: 26-4-0 Top Returners: Kendra Distad Sr./F (15-15-30), Lindzi Avar Sr./F (14-15-29), Lauren Mack Jr./F (8-17-25), Molly Ryan Sr./F (8-17-25), Ruby Rauk Jr./F (10-1323), Layla Hemp Jr./G (15-1-0/1.07/.939).

Season Outlook: The Skippers bring back one of the best goalies in the state, Layla Hemp, who was amongst the states elite with GAA and save percentage. Minnetonka will have to fill the shoes of the top three scorers from last year, but Kendra Distad is in her senior season after scoring 30 points last season.

New Prague Trojans Coach: Madison Drazan State Tournaments: 04, 05, 06, 08, 16.

2022-23: 8-18-0 Top Returners: Ella Hansen Sr./F (3212-44), Makayla Prochaska Sr./F (5-10-15), Autumn Olson Jr./D (3-5-8), Sophie Baker Sr./F (5-1-6), Callie Kroska Jr./F (2-2-4), Meezie Lock Sr./G (4-10-0/4.61/.873).

Season Outlook: The Trojans will have a very experienced team in 2023-24, having 10 upperclassmen. They bring back their top scorer Ella Hansen who scored over 30 goals last season, leading the team. They also have more experience in net with two goalies who got playing time in 2022-23.

Prior Lake Lakers Coach: Kiersten Nelson State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 14-12-1 Top Returners: Clara Gillen Sr/F (61-7), Ava Anderson So./F (1-5-6), Gianna Neist Jr./D/F (4-2-6), Siena Kropp Sr./D (06-6), Sydney Kashmark Jr./D (1-4-5), Olivia Hansen Sr./G (10-9-0/2.21/.935).

Season Outlook: The Lakers will have a void to fill with their 2022-23 top three scorers graduating, but they have experience with players like Clara Gillen who entered her senior season. Prior Lake does have their 2022-23 starting goalie back from last year, Olivia Hansen, who put up great numbers last season, sporting a save percentage of over .930.

Shakopee Sabers Coach: Jamie Grossman State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 15-11-0 Top Returners: Hannah Grabianowski Jr./F (13-9-22), Allison Parker Sr./F (10-5-15), Callie Peterson Jr./D (2-10-12), Breklyn Skattum Sr./F (2-7-9), Lily Canny Jr./F (2-5-7), Ollie Sinnen Sr./G (3-40/3.71/.883).

Season Outlook: Shakopee will rely on a couple of upperclassmen after losing three of its top five scorers from a year ago.

They will have Hannah Grabianowski, who looks to make a big step this year. Ollie Sinnen will see much more time in between the pipes this season, as she saw just a handful of games last year, winning three games.

Waconia Wildcats Coach: Kim Abrahams State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 5-21-1 Top Returners: Annika Mielke Sr. (18-16-34), Mia Kelley Sr. (10-18-28), Ella Schluck Jr. (11-13-24), Kate Koschinska Fr. (4-4-8), Taylan Kamrath So. (4-2-6), Maya Pena Jr./G (0-7-0/4.40/.889).

Season Outlook: The Wildcats bring back Annika Mielke, who was the team’s leading scorer last season, scoring over 30 points. Waconia has all five of their top scorers from 2022-23, so the experience is there for the Wildcats, but they will have a new starting goalie Maya Pena who saw seven games last year.

Section 3AA Apple Valley Eagles Coach: Don ‘Auggie’ Erdall State Tournaments: 95 (Champs), 98 (Champs), 03.

2022-23: 19-7-1 Top Returners: Season Outlook: Windom Area lost their 2022-23 leading scorer with Presley Dockter, but retained its following five leading scorers, including Marissa Becker.

The Eagles were a young team in 202223, but this season they will have a good amount of juniors and seniors, so the maturity and veteran presence will be improved.

Cretin-Derham Hall Raiders Coach: Tony Scheid

Top Returners: Skyler Salscheider Sr./D (6-12-18), Maiah Aanenson Sr./F (6-9-15), Ana Myers Sr./F (8-6-15), Kaitlin Roberts Sr./D (3-8-11), Haley Gray Jr./F (3-5-8), Belle Deutz Jr./G (12-12-3/ 1.85/.924).

Season Outlook: Gentry Academy won their young program’s first state title in 2022-23 after their third straight tournament appearance. They did although lost a large chunk of their roster to graduation, the Stars lost nine of the top ten scoring leaders and two goalies from 2022-23. Even after losing so many players, they are still an experienced team with multiple seniors and juniors. Belle Beutz is set to get a lot more playing time between the pipes, she had a great season last year, winning 12 games and posting a GAA under two, while her save percentage was well above .900.

Edina’s Hannah Halverson is considered one of the top seniors in the state and will lead Edina into the 2023-24 season.

PHOTO BY TIM KOLEHMAINEN/BREAKDOWN SPORTS State Tournaments: 05, 08.

2022-23: 10-18-0 Top Returners: Abigail Broz Jr./F (1311-24), Hope Hadac Jr./F (9-7-16), Delaney Schwab Jr./F (6-10-16), Cassandra Coffey Sr./D (7-8-15), Stella Hadac Jr./D (4-9-13), Grace Kemp So./G (10-17-0/3.16/.895).

Season Outlook: The Raiders will be a very experienced team this year, they still only have three seniors on the roster but it is stock-full of juniors and sophomores who have had game action in the last couple of seasons. Abigail Broz was the leading scorer last season, and she entered her junior season. CDH will have both of their goalies back who were between the pipes last year, including Grace Kemp who got most of the starting time last year.

Eagan Wildcats Coach: Jessica Ptachick State Tournaments: 97, 98, 00, 04, 08, 09, 12, 13, 18.

2022-23: 2-14-2 Top Returners: Sophia Sears Jr./F (710-17), Lily Anderson Sr./D (5-6-11), Natalie Heutmaker Jr./D (3-2-5), Kaitlyn Barry So./F (0-3-3), Keira Keogh Jr./D (0-2-2).

Season Outlook: The Wildcats are going through somewhat of a rebuild on the roster, graduating ten seniors in 2023. They have a young roster but, with Sophia Sears, or Lily Anderson they have a good foundation of players who can give Eagan a spark.

Eastview Lightning Coach: Herb Harvey State Tournaments: 15, 16, 17, 21.

2022-23: 6-20-1 Top Returners: Sari Cords Jr./F (810-18), Erin Hayward Sr./F (10-7-17), Ella Schaefer Jr./F (9-7-16), Ellie Groebner Sr./D (2-11-13), Brynn Dihel Sr./F (3-2-5), Lila Hanson Sr./G (6-20-1/ 2.78/.914).

Season Outlook: The Lightning had a very young team last year, so this season they bring in more experience and maturity.

They bring back goalie Lila Hanson who had a GAA under three and a save percentage over .900 in 2023-24.

Hastings Raiders Coach: Jim Joseph State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 9-17-0 Top Returners: Kyra Erickson Sr./F (5-13-18), Madyn Hanson Sr./F (7-1017), Jade Schauer Jr./F (6-10-16), Addie Seleski Jr./D (7-5-12), Madelyn Schuster Sr./D (4-6-10), Bree Balster Sr./G (3-140/3.28/.901).

Season Outlook: Hastings has three of the top five scorers from 2023-24, Kyra Erickson, Madyn Hanson, and Jade Schauer are returning for another season after putting up over 15 points last season. The Raiders are also retaining Bree Balster, their top goaltender from last season, who had a save percentage of over .900 Lakeville North Panthers Coach: Buck Kochevar State Tournaments: 02, 04, 10, 12, 13, 14, 23.

2022-23: 21-9-0 Top Returners: Addison Bowlby Sr./F

(26-25-51), Gracie Hanson Sr./F (19-2544), Shay Swanson Jr./F (11-16-27), Anna Tomas Sr./F (4-16-20), Ashley Wagenbach Sr./D (12-9-20), Kaia Weiland Fr./G (12-30/2.02/.909).

Season Outlook: The Panthers are regaining a good amount of players from last year, which after the season they had is a great thing. Addison Bowlby returns for her senior season after scoring over 50 points on the seasons leading her team. The Panthers also bring back their two goalies who both got starting time last year, so there is experience everywhere on the ice for North.

Park of Cottage Grove Wolfpack Coach: Bay Shock State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 9-15-2 Top Returners: Maggie Jensen Sr./F (6-12-18), Lauren Osland Jr./F (10-4-14), Alaina Post Fr./D (9-3-12), Natalie Post Jr. (6-6-12), Kyra Stofer Jr./D (4-6-10), Tori Stepka Sr./G (9-13-2/ 2.96/.938).

Season Outlook: The Wolfpack are a young team with good depth, and although they’re young, there is a lot of experience on the roster. Maggie Jensen is back for her senior season after being second on the team in scoring last season.

Rosemount Irish Coach: Jennifer Williams/Kyle Finn State Tournaments: 11, 23 2022-23: 16-13-2 Top Returners: Sophie Stramel Jr./F (15-20-35), Cece Hanson Sr./F (10-22-32), Annalee Holzer Jr./F (13-9-22), Aubrey Hansen Jr./F (8-13-21), Zoe Juncker Jr./D (5-13-18), Natalie Kendhammer Sr./G (108-0/2.43/.906).

Season Outlook: The Irish caught fire in late 2022-23 earning their program a second state tournament appearance. They bring back Sophie Stramel and Cece Hanson, their top two scorers from last season, so there is great experience coming back for 2023-24.

Section 4AA East Ridge Raptors Coach: Dana Romaker State Tournaments: 2019 2022-23: 15-11-1 Top Returners: Allie Warner Sr./D (85-13), Cheyne Walz Jr./F (5-6-11), Sadie Roth So./F (7-3-10), Kaylah Latta Jr./D (1-7-8), Julia Downie Sr./F (2-4-6), Jenna Donlon Sr./G (0-0-0/3.99/.862) Season Outlook: The Raptors have a new bench boss Dana Romaker, the roster for the new coming coach has a young but experienced roster. They will have some big shoes to fill, both offensively and in the net, losing their top four scorers and their two netminders who shared the crease last year. Allie Warner is a veteran senior defender who had a good year last season, scoring over 10 points.

Gentry Academy Stars Coach: Monique Aanenson State Tournaments: 21, (Champs).

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State Tournaments: 11, 13, 14 (Champs), 15 (Champs), 16, 17, 18, 20.

2022-23: 23-4-1 Top Returners: Chloe Boreen Sr./F (40-22-62), Jaycee Chatleain Fr./F (7-2128), Emily Pohl Fr./F (9-19-28), Regan Berglund Jr./F (10-14-24), Sophia Olson So./F (5-8-13), Grace Zhan Sr./G (20-4-1/ 1.23/ .948).

Season Outlook: The Pioneers bring back Grace Zhan who was one of the best goalies in the state returns for her senior year and could be a Senior Goalie award finalist to watch out for in 2023-24. Not only do they retain their top goalie, but also their top goal and point scorer, Chloe Boreen.

North/Tartan Titans Coach: Mike Hall State Tournaments: 03, 04.

2022-23: 13-12-1 Top Returners: Ellie Volkers Sr./F (623-29), Lilli Wold Sr./F (14-11-25), Emily Knoblauch Sr./F (12-9-21), Alaina Hedberg Sr./F (14-6-20), Greta Culshaw-Klein Jr./D (5-11-16), Nicole James Sr./G (10-11-1/ 2.91/.912) Season Outlook: The Titans retain their top scorer Elli Volkers who scored nearly 30 points a season ago, they also have a plentiful number of seniors, so the experience is there for North/Tartan.

St. Paul/Two Rivers Riveters Coach: Allie Duellman State Tournaments: 1995 2022-23: 11-14-2 Top Returners: Ella Johnson Sr./F (1113-24), Mia Cheesebrough Sr./F (3-17-20), Evie Daley Sr./F (14-6-20), Ady Halverson Jr./F (7-11-18), Kate Reubish Sr./F (7-11-18), Kaitlyn Galeazzi So./G (8-11-2/ 3.63/.879).

Season Outlook: The Riveters are returning their top five scorers from a season ago with Ella Johnson, Mia Cheesebrough, Evie Daly, Edy Halverson, and Kate Reubish. The bright back experience in the net, with both goalies who got playing time, back in between the pipes this year.

Stillwater Area Ponies Coach: Annie Cashman State Tournaments: 95, 97, 06, 07 (Champs), 09 (Champs), 21.

2022-23: 19-8-0 Top Returners: Josie St. Martin Sr./F (23-28-51), Brooke Nelson Sr./F (17-1936), Josie Lang Sr./D (14-19-33), Addison Finn Sr./D (11-19-30), Alexa March Sr./D (4-5-9), Lily Timmons Sr./G (16-80/2.01/.912).

Season Outlook: The Ponies have their eyes on the section final, and the state tournament this season with a lot of their top cast returning from last season. Josie St. Martin comes into the 2023-24 hockey season after leading the team in goals and points last year. They also have their starting goalie back, who sported a save percentage higher than .900 in 2022-23.

White Bear Lake Bears Coach: Jeanette Bealke/Claudia Verkerke State Tournaments: 02, 19.

2022-23: 9-17-0 Top Returners: Amanda Smythe Jr./F (12-16-28), Talia Domschot Jr./F (7-15-22), Ava Johnson Sr./F (10-6-16), Hailey Dawe Sr./F (5-7-12), Zoe Timmons Sr./F (5-611), Gabriella Casa De Calvo Sr./G (1-00/0.00/1.000).

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Season Outlook: The Bears still are a younger team, but they have played with each other for a couple of years now. So the experience is there, especially on offense.

Amanda Smythe returns for her junior season after leading the team in points last season.

Woodbury Royals Coach: Scott Waldo State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 16-9-1 Top Returners: Laini Gnetz So./F (15-10-25), Abbey Lendzyk Sr./F (6-1521), Liv Mishacoff Sr./F (14-6-21), Natalie Meeder Jr./F (9-6-15), Brooke Gnetz So./D (5-6-11), Alyssa Polanski Fr./G (11-70/2.37/.911).

Season Outlook: The Royals are bringing back the top five scorers from last season, including Laini Gnetz, who led the Royals in goals and points last season. They will also retain their goalies Alyssa Polanski and Gracie Ambrigt.

Section 5AA Centennial/Spring Lake Park Cougars Coach: Sean Molin State Tournaments: 05, 08, 18, 21, 23.

2022-23: 21-8-1 Top Returners: Grace Laager Fr./F (10-22-32), Noelle Hemr Sr./F (19-12-31), Teagan Kulenkamp Jr./F (7-17-24), Katie Ball So./D (5-9-14), Alexis Larsen Jr./D (4-6-10), Kaitlin Groess Sr./G (15-8-1/ 2.02/.927).

Season Outlook: The Cougars retain just two of their top five scorers from 2022-23, but the two they did retain, Grace Laager, and Noelle Hemr both scored over 30 points last season. They also retained their top goalie from last year, Kaitlin Groess, who had a great year, averaging just over two goals allowed a game, and a save percentage of just under .930.

Champlain Park/Coon Rapids Bluebirds Coach: Todd Gutterman State Tournaments: 96, 06, 11.

2022-23: 17-8-2 Top Returners: Lily McKenzie Jr./F (16-25-41), Sydney Burnevik So./F (15-1732), Kylie Aswegan So./D (4-14-18), Kyla Keding Sr./F (2-11-13), Tessa Boden So./F (7-5-12), Maddie Wostrel Jr./G (17-8-2/ 2.45/.897).

Season Outlook: The Bluebirds will have to rely on some underclassmen to fill the shoes of some scorers who graduated.

They still have Lily McKenzie and Sydney Burnevik, who were over 30 points and 40 points.

Maple Grove Crimson Coach: Jim Koltes State Tournaments: 16, 19, 20, 22.

2022-23: 20-6-1 Top Returners: Bella Shipley Sr./F (21-33-54), Kelsey Olson Jr./F (9-22-31), Grace Erickson Sr./D (7-13-20), Addie Sillerud Jr./D (3-8-11), Maddie Elfstrand Fr./D (2-6-8), Dani Strom Sr./G (14-5-1/ 1.36/.948).

Season Outlook: Dani Strom returns for the Crimson, after having an incredible season, posting a GAA well under two and a save percentage amongst the state’s best.

Strom is certainly a goalie to watch for the senior goalie of the year award. They also bring back Bella Shipley who was one of two 50-point scorers on Maple Grove last year.

Mounds View/Irondale Mustangs Coach: Sami Miller State Tournaments: 97, 98, 99, 09, 10, 12, 13, 14.

2022-23: 6-18-2 Top Returners: Lauren Ballinger Sr. (9-18-27), Sarah Johnson Fr. (9-4-13), Kyra Chervany Sr. (6-6-12), Gabi Bullert Sr. (56-11), Madelyn Tinkle Sr. (3-4-7), Madeline Messner Jr./G (1-4-0/2.81/.924).

Season Outlook: The Mustangs will have to rely on some young players as they lost some forwards and defensemen. They do have a good group of seniors to help bring experience on the ice. They could have a new starting netminder as Madeline Messner, who got some playing time last season, will see an increase in workload.

North Wright County River Hawks Coach: Kaleigh (Hamann) Bean State Tournaments: 05, 11, 13.

2022-23: 13-12-2 Top Returners: Adrienne Hansen Sr./F (13-10-23), Dani Weiland Jr./F (6-12-18), Eva Nelson Sr./D (4-10-14), Roz Land-

Josie St. Martin and the Stillwater Ponies are a team to be reckoned with this season as they bring back a load of talent, but will have to get past the likes of Hill-Murray and defending champion Gentry Academy to get to the state tourney.

PHOTO BY TIM KOLEHMAINEN/BREAKDOWN SPORTS Section 6AA kammer Jr./F (8-4-12), Lucy Felling Jr./F uated. They will roll with Nora Hannan and (3-7-10).

Reese McConnell in 2023-24.

Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights Season Outlook: The River Hawks Coach: Kevin Gray/Kelly Pannek lose their top scorer, but retain the followHopkins/Park Royals State Tournaments: 02 (Champs), 04 ing four leaders, Adrienne Hansen, Dani Coach: Ryan St. Martin Weiland, Eva Nelson, Roz Landkammer, (Champs), 07, 08, 14.

State Tournaments: 97, 09, 10 2022-23: 17-8-2 and Lucy Felling. They will have to fill a 2022-23: 12-14-0 Top Returners: Ellie Stewart So./F hole in the net with their goaltender graduTop Returners: Avery Shaw Sr./F ating, but this is a much more experienced (12-17-29), Lizzy Hamel Sr./F (16-9-25), (16-16-32), Rowan Jansen Jr./F (6-11-17), Kendall Hassler Jr./F (11-13-24), LuLu Ru- Lucy Johnson So./F (6-6-12), Bryn Etzell squad in 2023-24. cinski Jr./D (11-12-23), Bailey Gray Jr./D Sr./D (4-6-10), Adrienne DeGiulio So./ (4-17-21), Demetra Walsma Sr./G (7-4-1/ F/D (5-3-8), Evelyn Osland Sr./G (12-14Osseo/Park Center Stars 2.88/.851).

Coach: Jeremy Lewis 0/3.41/.886).

Season Outlook: The Red Knights had State Tournaments: 99, 00 (Champs), Season Outlook: The Royals have a a good 2022-23 winning 17 games, and team with a good mix of seniors, juniors, 07. they retained a good portion of their core, and some sophomores, so there is a lot of 2022-23: 9-15-0 Top Returners: Gabby Edlund Fr./F (9- including Ellie Stewart who led BSM last room for improvement and a good amount 8-17), Maddie Smuk Fr./F (4-8-12), Grace season. The three-way goalie rotation from of seniors for experience. They also brought Armstrong Sr./F (6-6-12), Maya Anderson last season will be down one netminder back their starting goalie, Evelyn Osland, after Mia Rooney graduated, but Demetra who got a lot of play time last season.

Jr./F (3-8-11), Macy Patton Jr./F (2-5-7).

Season Outlook: The Stars are going Walsma and Elie Hancock will see much to be a very young team, graduating eight more time in the crease this season.

Metro South Phoenix seniors from last year. Their top scorer from Coach: Dan Bethiaume Bloomington Jefferson Jaguars last year Gabby Edlund was second on the State Tournaments: 96, 99, 02, 07, 10, Coach: Mark Johnson team in scoring last season as an eighth 14, 20, 22, State Tournaments: 98, 99, 00, 01 grader.

2022-23: 9-16-0 (Champs), 02.

Top Returners: Ella Bond So./F (142022-23: 11-15-0 Rogers Royals 12-27), Charlotte Goings Sr./F (7-16-23), Top Returners: Jana Lesch Sr./F (29- Aurelia Meza Sr./D (3-5-8), Bailey Tilley Coach: Emily Achterkirch 15-44), Becca Brendalen Sr./D (7-10-17), Sr./F (1-7-8), Ella Berthiaume Jr./F (4-3-7), State Tournaments: N/A Kaysawn Carlson Sr./F (4-5-9), Aaliyah Millie Farrington So./G (3-2-0/2.98/.877).

2022-23: 12-13-1 Top Returners: Avery Achterkirch Lawrence Sr./F (1-6-7), Katrina Wrase Season Outlook: Ella Bond is returnSr./F (19-14-33), Sydney Bailey Jr./D (3- Sr./D (3-3-6), Sarah Rash So./G (7-13- ing for her sophomore season after ending 12-15), Kamryn Messer Sr./D (1-9-10), 0/4.66/.867). the year second on the team in points with Season Outlook: The Jaguars graduat- 27 points. They will have to fill the void Taylor Hall 8th./F (4-5-9), Lauren Barnacle ed seven players, including four defense- in the net, but Millie Farrington did have Jr./F (2-4-6).

Season Outlook: The Royals come into men, but they do have a good amount of some games under her belt, so experience the 2023-24 hockey season retaining three seniors. Jana Lesch was the point leader for is there. of five of last year’s leaders. Avery Achter- Bloomington Jefferson in 2022-23, scoring kirch comes back for her senior season, af- over 40 points. They also retain both their Robbinsdale Armstrong/Cooper ter leading the team in scoring with over 30 goalies, Rash and Golden, who saw playing Wings time last year. points in 2022-23.

Coach: Matt Cook State Tournaments: N/A Edina Hornets Roseville/Mahtomedi Raiders 2022-23: 8-19-0 Coach: Sami Cowger Coach: Craig Rosenthal Top Returners: Claire Riestenberg State Tournaments: 09, 10, 11, 12, Sr./F (17-11-28), Ruby Monogue Sr./F (12State Tournaments: 96 (Champs), 97, 98, 99 (Champs), 06, 07, 09, 10 (Champs), 15, 16, 17 (Champs), 18 (Champs), 19 7-19), Claire Hanson Jr./D (2-14-16), Lyd(Champs), 20, 21 (Champs), 22, 23.

12. ia College Sr./F (6-10-16), Abby Hanson 2022-23: 23-5-2 2022-23: 17-8-1 Fr./F/D (2-6-8), Emma Kahl Sr./G (7-17Top Returners: Hannah Halverson 0/3.71/.887).

Top Returners: Addison Andre Jr./F (16-19-35), Kylie Jones Sr./F (13-14-27), Sr./F (19-27-46), Lorelai Nelson So./F (16Season Outlook: The Wings lose their Olivia Martin Jr./D (6-17-23), Victoria Nel- 21-37), Whitney Horton Jr./F (14-23-37), top scorer from graduation, but they retain son Sr./F (16-6-22), Sophie Martin Jr./F Tori Anderson Jr./D (7-15-22), Cate Mc- Claire Riestenberg, who was second on the (6-14-20), Lily Peterfeso Jr./G (17-8-1/ Coy So./F (8-8-16), Nora Hannan Jr./G (1- team in points and first on the team in goals.

0-0/0.00/1.000).

2.19/.914).

Emma Kahl is also a returning player, who Season Outlook: The Hornets are com- got a lot of starting time last season.

Season Outlook: The Raiders are returning a great amount of their top scorers ing off their ninth straight state tournament from 2022-23, and their starting goalie, appearance and section title. They didn’t Wayzata Trojans Lily Peterfeso, who had great numbers last lose too many top scorers with Hannah Coach: Brad Podiak season. Roseville/Mahtomedi has a good Halverson coming back for her senior seaState Tournaments: 2005 mix of seniors and juniors heading into the son after leading the team in goals, assists, 2022-23: 6-20-0 and points. The biggest loss was Senior new season.

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Girls AA continued from page 25_______________________________________________________ Top Returners: Davy Mokelke Sr./F (6-1-7), Julia Ostapeic So./F (3-3-6), Noelle Noble Fr./D (1-4-5), Nicole Britz Jr./F (4-1-5), Jenna Britz Jr./F (2-3-5), Ella Podiak Sr./G (4-15-0/4.87/.847).

Season Outlook: The Trojans will be a very young team after losing eight players to graduation and one to transfer. They will have to rely on some of the few seniors and juniors to propel them to a section championship. Ella Podiak and Malin Erickson are two goalies who split sometime last year.

Section 7AA Andover Huskies Coach: Melissa Volk State Tournaments: 14, 15, 18, 19, 20 (Champs), 21, 22 (Champs), 23.

2022-23: 27-4-0 Top Returners: Maya Engler Jr./F (1921-40), Nora Sauer Sr./F (15-18-33), Cailin Mumm Sr./D (6-26-32), Courtney Little Jr./D (7-18-25), Hannah Christenson Jr./F (14-10-24).

Season Outlook: It’s tough to replace players like Isa Goettl, or Ella Boerger, who was the team’s leading scorer, and Mrs. Hockey Award Winner, but the 2020 and 2022 state champions still have a good amount of depth on the team. Maya Engler is returning who was third on the team in points with 40 points, but they will have to rely on last year’s depth to fill some major holes that were left from graduation.

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Anoka Coach: Eric Thompson State Tournaments: 98, 00, 02, 03, 04,

2022-23: 7-17-2 Top Returners: Kendall Rykkeli Jr./F (9-7-16), Abby Moore Jr./F (8-6-14), Reese Christoff Jr./F (4-7-11), Tiki Baron-DeGolier Sr./F (2-5-7), Leah Amsler Jr./F (2-4-6), Gretchen Paaverud Sr./G (3-11-1/ 3.26/.905) Season Outlook: Anoka has a good amount of their roster back from 2022-23, other than Ella Hennes, who led the team in points, but they have four of five of their top scorers back from a season ago. They also bring back both of their goalies, Gretchen Paaverud and Annika Olson who have a lot of experience in 2022-23.

Blaine Bengals Coach: Calla Athman State Tournaments: 96, 97, 01, 15, 17.

2022-23: 13-13-1 Top Returners: Gracie Knowles Jr./F (9-11-20), Taylor Olson Jr./F (7-6-13), Bella Brady Jr./D (4-7-11), Grace Chapman Sr./F (7-4-11), Cici Ledeen Jr./F (4-3-7), Mandy Larson Jr./G (0-0-0/6.24/.800).

Season Outlook: The Bengals are returning four of five of their top scorers from last season, with Gracyn Knowles, Taylor Olson, Bella Brady, and Grace Champman.

They did lose their top scorer and starting goalie from 2022-23, which means Mandy Larson will take on a larger workload.

Moorhead’s Katie Kosobud leads a strong Spuds squad into the season where they are currently ranked No. 7 in Class AA. PHOTO BY TIM KOLEHMAINEN/BREAKDOWN SPORTS 2022-23: 9-15-2 Top Returners: Rylen Kissell Jr./F (3-14-17), Samantha Pool Sr./D (7-5-12), Abigail Sklavenitis So./F (0-4-4), Samantha Scott So./F (1-1-2), Abby Tuma Sr./F (0-1-1), Taylor Thompson So./G (4-9-1/ 2.97/.910).

Season Outlook: The Rangers are going through a large roster turnover with 12 players graduating in 2023, leaving just four forwards, one defender, and one goalie returning for the 2023-24 season. Taylor Thompson is returning for her sophomore season and should see more time in the net.

Grand Rapids/Greenway Lightning Coach: Brad Hyduke State Tournaments: 07, 08, 12 2022-23: 16-12-0 Top Returners: Mercury Bischoff Jr./F (44-29-73), Molly Pierce Sr./F (11-27-38), Kylie DeBay So./F (14-11-25), Allie LeClaire Sr./D (4-18-22), Mira Rajala Jr./F (6-9-15), Riley Toivonen Sr./G (11-60/2.19/.891).

Season Outlook: The Lightning are returning most of their 2022-23 scoring leaders, including one of the state’s best players in Mercury Bischoff, who had 73 points last season. They also bring back Riley Toivonen, who plays in net a lot for the Lightning, playing 17 games.

Duluth Northern Stars Coach: Ali Randall State Tournaments: 1999 2022-23: 14-8-4 Top Returners: Mae McCall So. (717-24), Grace Karakas Sr. (18-5-23), Gracyn Schipper Jr. (12-7-19), Lydia Saxin Sr. (6-5-11), Karyssa Clough Sr. (3-5-8), Ella Brisbois Sr./G )14-8-4/ 2.21/.908).

Season Outlook: The Stars bring back their top three-point scorers from 2022-23, along with their goalie Ella Brisbois. They already had a good year last season but with some of their top players maturing and gaining more experience, they could be a team to watch in the section.

Northern Tier Stars Coach: Josh Kozak State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 8-17-2 Top Returners: Natalie Cheney Jr./F (5-8-13), Jaden Kozak Sr./F (3-9-12), Taylor Kozak Fr./F (5-6-11), Molly Larson Fr./F (7-4-11), Ariel Carlsten Jr./F (5-5-10), Abby Thurmer Jr./G (6-12-0/4.03/.875).

Season Outlook: The Stars head into 2023-24 with all of their five top scorers from last season, they also have their two goalies who both got experience in 202223.

Elk River/Zimmerman Elks Coach: Brian Ballenger State Tournaments: 03, 04 (Champs), 08, 09, 11.

2022-23: 9-15-2 Top Returners: Carly Humphrey Sr./D (14-4-18), Abby Hansberger Jr./F (4-7-11), Tony Alm Jr./F (5-4-9), Dani Henrichsen Sr./F (3-3-6), Maja Hjort Sr./F (3-3-6), Abby Huselid Jr./G (5-8-0/2.14/.937).

Season Outlook: The Elks will face some rebuilding with eight players graduating in 2023, but they still have their very good goalie tandem with Abby Huselid and Addi Brandt. Huselid had a very good .937 save percentage and Brandt sported a very good 2.02 GAA in 2022-23.

Alexandria Cardinals Coach: Molly Arola State Tournaments: 04, 05, 06, 07, 08 (Champs), 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21.

2022-23: 14-12-1 Top Returners: Emma Ramstorf Jr./D (10-12-22), Sophia Korynta Sr./F (7-9-16), Lillian Dutton So./F (9-6-15), Julia Doherty Jr./F (5-10-15), Morgan Aure Jr./F (6-6-12), Lexi Metcalf Sr./G (12-2-1/ 1.31/.921).

Season Outlook: The Cardinals may have lost their leading scorer, but they have Emma Ramstorf back after scoring 22 points as a defender. They also are gaining a great goalie with Lexi Metcalf, transferring in from Fergus Falls, she put up great numbers with a GAA of 1.31. They will have a very experienced goalie trio with all three goalies having playing experience.

Forest Lake Rangers Coach: Breanna Gaffy State Tournaments: 01, 13, 16, 17

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Bemidji Lumberjacks Coach: Michael Johnson State Tournaments: 00, 07 2022-23: 13-9-4 Top Returners: Bailey Rupp Fr./F (12-16-28), Megan Berg So./F (9-13-22), Millie Knott Fr./D (5-9-14), Samantha Nistler Jr./F (4-9-13), Makenna Dreher Sr./F (7-6-13), Payton Weidemann Sr./G (7-4-3/ 2.07/.923).

Season Outlook: The Lumberjacks are a great mix of young and experienced players as they have a senior goalie who’s had time in the net the last couple of seasons and had a great year in 2022-23. Bailey Rupp was the leading scorer in 2022-23 with 28 points as an eighth grader.

Brainerd/Little Falls Flying Warriors Coach: Tate Rusk State Tournaments: 18, 19, 22 2022-23: 14-10-3 Top Returners: Peyton LeMieur Sr./F (12-9-21), Molly Polhkamp Sr./F (8-1321), Mercedes Engstrom Sr./D (2-1113), Aubree Caauwe Jr./D (0-7-7), Brynn Thoma Jr./F (2-5-7), Ericah Folden Jr./G (4-1-0/0.92/.944).

Season Outlook: The Flying Warriors will have to rely on their new seniors to help fill the void of their two top scorers from last season. Peyton LeMieur is one of those seniors who could be in for a great year after scoring over 20 points last season. Ericah Folden will most likely see an increase in playing time this year after seeing a couple of games in 2022-23, and when she saw time she was excellent.

Buffalo Bison Coach: Ryan Huddy State Tournaments: 05, 15 2022-23: 6-10-1 Top Returners: Avery Corbin So./F (46-10), Pieper Stodola Fr./F (2-3-5), Grace Bergstrom Sr./D (2-3-5), Audyn Molesky So./F (2-1-3), Kami Moser So./F (2-1-3), Ava Jovan Jr./G (4-15-1/ 3.16/.905).

Season Outlook: The Bison have a good group of returning players, and while they are a young team, they will have good experience with playing together the last couple of seasons. Ava Jovan is returning for her junior season after sporting a save percentage over .900 last season, so there is also good experience between the pipes.

Moorhead Spuds Coach: Ryan Kraft State Tournaments: 01, 02, 06, 23 2022-23: 22-9-0 Top Returners: Kate Kosobud Sr./D (13-25-38), Olivia Kortan Jr./F (10-2636), Taylor Brueske Sr./F (16-18-34), Ella Holm Sr./F (16-18-34), Haylee Melquist So./F (4-8-12), Taylor Kressin Jr./G (22-90/2.25/.867).

Season Outlook: The Spuds head into the 2023-24 hockey season after making its program’s fourth state tournament appear-

ance, and first since 2006. Moorhead will be returning four of its top five scorers from last season, Kate Kosobud, Olivia Kortan, Taylor Brueske, and Ella Holm. They also will have the same goalie in the crease with Taylor Kressin, who racked up 22 wins in 2022-23.

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Roseau Rams Coach: Amanda Giles State Tournaments: 08, 10, 12, 14, 17,

2022-23: 17-11-0 Top Returners: Payton Remick Jr./F (26-19-45), Jasmine Hovda So./F (23-1942), Lily Erickson Jr./F (15-17-32), Summer Byfuglien Jr./D (5-14-19), Ella Ketring Fr./F (4-13-17), Jade Pelowski Sr./G (13-90/2.43/.920).

Season Outlook: The Rams look to be a well-experienced team after retaining all of last year’s roster. Payton Remick heads into the hockey season as a junior, leading the Rams in goals and points in 2022-23.

The Rams will also have a similar face in net with Jada Pelowski returning for her senior season after posting great numbers last year.

Sartell/Sauk Rapids Stormin Sabres Coach: Bre Hess State Tournaments: 2016 2022-23: 5-20-1 Top Returners: Brayley VanDenBerg Jr./F (7-8-15), Brooke Pogatchnik Sr./F (4-10-14), Faith Torborg So./F (6-5-11), Jalyssa VanDenBerg So./F (5-5-10), Sella Grams So./D (4-5-9).

Season Outlook: The Stormin Sabres head into the hockey season retaining four of the top five scorers from 2022-23. They bring back leading scorer Brayley VanDenBerg, who led the team in goals and points.

Starting goalie Morgan Dorn will be back for her senior season, after starting nearly every game last season.

St. Cloud Crush Coach: Amanda Pickett State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 8-18-0 Top Returners: Lauren Juncewski Sr./F (13-10-23), Molly Burkstrand Jr./F (10-9-19), Jenna Amundson Sr./F (13-518), Liz Bell So./F (5-8-13), Maggie O’Hara Jr./F (6-5-11), Abby Stevens Sr./G (8-180/3.68/.880).

Season Outlook: The Crush graduated just one forward from 2023, so their roster mostly stays intact, and they retain the top scorer on the team from last season, Lauren Juncewiski who led the team in goals and points. They also have experience in net, as Abby Stevens returns after starting every game in 2022-23.

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Class A girls hockey has been the way of the Warrior the past two seasons.

With back-to-back state titles, Warroad has been the team to beat, and that is exactly what the Academy of Holy Angels did with a 3-2 win on Nov. 18.

With the win the Stars shot to the top of the rankings and are now the “team to beat” as the season gets into full swing.

They will try and bring the Class A title back to the metro where it hasn’t been since Breck won their third straight in 2019.

The Class A field appears to be wide open for the taking this season. Will the northern teams hold on to the coveted title, or will the metro schools of South St. Paul, Orono and Simley, along with Holy Angels, bring it back to the big city.

Here is a section-by-section look at how the Class A field looks:

Academy of Holy Angels rises to top of Class A

Section 2A Hutchinson Tigers Coach: Rustin Neuberger State Tournaments: 09,10,11,12,15,20 2022-23: 12-15-1 Top Returners: Addison Longie Jr./F (16-11-27), Jolynn Hauan Sr./F (13-1023), Kohle Fitterer Sr./F (9-7-16), Audrey Hanson Sr./F (9-7-16), Elle Schweim So./F (5-9-14), Kaiden Fitterer So./G (12-15-1/ 3.42/ .859).

Season Outlook: The Tigers will have a good returning cast of their 2022-23 roster, including their top scorer Addison Longie.

Hutchinson had a great end to the season a year ago, propelling them to the section championship game. This season will be a much more mature roster, having five seniors compared to a year ago.

Section 1A Albert Lea Tigers Coach: Mike Carlson State Tournaments: 2022, 2023 2022-23: 18-9-1 Top Returners: Mika Chichosz Jr./D (31-12-43), Morgan Goskeson Fr/F/D (2114-35), Hanna Austinson So./F (17-17-34), Haley Austinson 8th/F (14-17-31), Shelby Evans Jr./F (16-7-23), Jayda Moyer Jr./G, (11-7-1 / 2.42/.909).

Season Outlook: There is much to look forward to this season with the Tigers.

This young Albert Lea team brings back all their 2022-23 scoring leaders with Mika Chichoz returning for her Junior year. They also bring back their strong netminders, led

by Jayda Moyer who is back for just her Junior season.

Dodge County Wildcats Coach: Jeremy Gunderson State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 16-9-2 Top Returners: Maysie Koch Fr./F, (24-32-56), Nora Christensen Jr./F (28-1947), Abby Simons Sr./D (10-27-37), Mollie Koch Jr./F (6-20-26), Zoe Heimer So./F (6-11-17), Ida Huber Jr./G ( 16-9-2, 1.75, .920).

Season Outlook The Wildcats are coming off a great season advancing to the section championship game and even better, they are bringing back their top scorer Maysie Koch. Dodge County Will also bring back a top goalie, not only on the team, but a top netminder in the entire state with Ida Huber.

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Red Wing Wingers Coach: Katelyn Hadler State Tournaments: 09, 12, 13, 14, 15,

2022-23: 7-19-0 Top Returners: Tatum Zylka Sr./F (1710-27), Taya Cordes Sr./F (9-8-17), Cheyenne Tyler Sr./F (8-8-16), Allison Kruger Sr./D (5-7-12), Grace Handwerk Sr./F (4-61), Allie Meyer Sr./G (4-19-0, 7.18, .794).

Season Outlook: The Wingers enter the season with a plethora of seniors, bringing a lot of experience with the team and players who can find the back of the net. The leading scorer Tatum Zylka comes back after being the teams top scorer.

Simley Spartans Coach: Tom Patnode State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 21-5-1 Top Returners:Ella Sanders So./F (2219-41), Kelsi Ries Sr./F (14-11-25), Taylor Ralston Sr./F (11-12-23), Val DuVal Sr./F (8-13-21), Courtney Kurowski Jr./D (4-711), Sydney Ries Jr./G (18-5-1, 1.88, .916).

Season Outlook: The Spartans were one win away from their first state tournament appearance before losing in the Section 4A Championship. They did lose their two top scorers but brought back their top goalie, whose GAA was amongst the state’s best. Simley also brought back a 41-point scorer in Ella Sanders who is still just a Sophomore.

Waseca Blue Jays Coach: Chas Benson State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 12-12 Top Returners:Maizee Storey Fr./F (18-10-28), Emma Keith Sr./D (12-6-18), Maddy Benson So./F (8-5-13), Katlyn Schueller Jr./F (6-7-13), Illamay Draheim

her Junior season, she is coming off a season where she had well over a .900 save percentage. Gricius should be a goalie to watch this season, as she can steal some games for Winona/Cotter.

Litchfield/D-C Dragons Coach: Matt Hogg State Tournaments: 2014 2022-23: 11-12-3 Top Returners:Krista Tormanen Sr. (13-10-23), Camryn Iverson Sr. (11-9-20), Stella Hillmann Jr./D (6-8-14), Gabby Robertson Jr. (4-8-12), Abby Woelfel Sr. (2-810), Kira Kuechle Jr./G (7-9-3/ 2.46/ .900).

Season Outlook: The Dragons had a good end of the year last season, winning a playoff game. They are returning their leading scorer from 2022-23 Krista Tormanen, along with their netminder Kira Kuechle.

Academy of Holy Angels got up 3-0 on top-ranked Warroad and then held on for a 3-2 win to rise to No. 1 in the Class A rankings.

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Team Record Last WK Academy of Holy Angels 3-0-0 2 Warroad 3-1-0 1 Proctor/Hermantown 2-2-0 3 Duluth Marshall 4-1-0 5 Simley 2-2-0 4 Orono 3-1-0 6 South St. Paul 3-1-0 7 Dodge County 2-0-0 8 Crookston 2-1-0 9 River Lakes 3-0-1 11 Mound Westonka 1-2-1 10 Fergus Falls 1-1-1 13 Breck 4-0-0 14 Albert Lea 3-1-0 15 Willmar 3-1-0 17 Delano/Rockford 2-2-0 18 New Ulm 1-1-0 20 Cloquet/Esko/Carlton 2-2-0 NR Blake 0-2-0 16 Chisago Lakes 0-2-1 12

Others Teams Receiving Votes: Litchfield/Dassel-Cokato, Waseca, East Grand Forks, Pine City, Luverne, Hutchinson, Rock Ridge Fr./G (11-11-0/ 2.77/ .922).

Season Outlook: The Blue Jays are returning a good amount of their cast from a year ago. They not only bring back their top scorers, but they also have their top freshman goalie Illamay Draheim coming back after a great 2022-23 season.

Winona/Cotter Winhawks Coach: Rick Burns State Tournaments: N/A

2022-23: 10-14-0 Top Returners:Avery Engbrecht Sr./F (19-7-26), Kasja Kovala Jr./F (8-6-14), Jordyn Werner Sr./F (3-6-9), Briar Rouleau So./F (7-1-8), Asta Griggs Jr./D (3-5-8), Aliya Gricius Jr./G (10-14-0/ 3.52/ .910).

Season Outlook: The Winhawks will be returning a good majority of their top scorers including Avery Engbrecht who was the leader on the team. They also have their starting goalie Aliya Gricius back for

Mankato West Scarlets Coach: Jeff Zimmerman State Tournaments: 1999 (as Mankato East/West) 2022-23: 2-21-2 Top Returners:Marleigh Jordan Jr./F (7-19-26), Penny Gorman Fr./F (15-10-25), Maree Zimmerman 8th./F (6-7-13), Alayna Smith Jr./G (2-21-2/ 5.69/.878).

Season Outlook: The Scarlets are a very young team, with their leading scorer from last season Marleigh Jordan who is just a Junior this year. They head into the 2023-24 hockey season with just one senior in Tori Tosch, so Mankato West could be a team that will mature and improve this season.

Minnesota River Bulldogs Coach: Dustin Swenson State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 12-11-3 Top Returners:Makenna Andresen Fr./F (23-9-32), Macy Portner So./F (13-619), Makenna Mueller Sr./F (5-11-16), Callie Voeltz Sr./F (6-6-12), Annika Magelee So./G (12-11-3/ 2.45/.895).

Season Outlook: This year’s Bulldogs will return a lot of their key contributors from a year ago, and the best part, the team is still young. They will have only four seniors this season, and their scoring leader from a season ago, Makenna Andresen, is just a freshman heading into this season.

River Lakes Stars Coach: Andrew Marod State Tournaments: 21, 22 2022-23: 10-17-1 Top Returners: Sophia Hess Jr./F (2316-39), Aubree McDonagh Sr. (11-10-21), Abby Storms So. (9-9-18), Ayla McLellan Jr. ( 8-5-13), Sophia Olson Fr. (3-7-10), Kaydence Roeske Jr./G (9-13-1/ 2.43/.940).

Season Outlook: The Stars look to have a much improved season with a young team maturing year by year. They bring back their top five scorers from a year ago, including leading scorer Sophia Hess. River Lakes will also have their star netminder Kaydence Roeske back for just her Junior year, after having a great 2022-23 season sporting a .940 save percentage.

Willmar Cardinals Coach: Eric Setrum State Tournaments: 02, 03, 20 2022-23: 14-12-1

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Girls A continued from page 27_______________________________________________________ Top Returners:Makenna Larson Sr./D (14-14-28), Chloe Lownsbury Sr./F (15-924), Gretchen Volk Jr./F (10-12-22), Avery Quinn Sr./D (4-14-18), Erin Eilers Jr./G (78-0/2.00/.930).

Season Outlook: The Cardinals are a mature team that has been playing with a similar roster for the past few seasons. They are bringing back their top nine scorers from last season, including Makenna Larson who entered her senior season this year.

Willmar has their top goalie who had a save percentage that is amongst the states’ best in Erin Eilers.

Season Outlook: Visitation will be a very young squad this season, but they were also a young team last season, losing just two players to graduation. Their top scorer Gracia Munoz will be back for her Junior season after putting up over 40 points in 2022-23.

Section 5A Breck Mustangs Coach: Tricia Luoma State Tournaments: 07, 08, 10, 11, 12 (champs), 18 (champs), 19 (champs), 20 (champs).

2022-23: 9-15-0 Top Returners:Maggie Wallander So./F (12-6-18), Kenzie Berman Jr./F (710-17), Lauren Strothman Sr./F (6-9-15), Taylor Brennan Jr./F (8-5-13), Katie Zakrajsheck Fr./F (5-7-12), MacKenzie Abbott Sr./G (4-1-0/4.16/.771).

Season Outlook: The Mustangs will have a full returning offensive cast, bringing back their top five scorers, Maggie Wallander, Kenzie Bergman, Lauren Strothman, Taylor Berman, and Katie Zakrajsheck.

Breck will have a new netminder between the pipes with MacKenzie Abbott. Abbott did get some action last season so she has experience.

Section 3A Fairmont Cardinals Coach: Eric Householder State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 4-17-3 Top Returners:Isabella Larson Sr./F (11-4-15), Karissa Newville Sr./F (5-510), Abigail Sundeen Jr./F (3-5-8), Jozie Hoefker Sr./D (2-2-4), Brooklyn Murphy So./F (1-2-3), Ilana Moeller Jr./G (1-2-0/ 4.67/.861).

Season Outlook: Fairmont is heading into the season with a very mature squad, having four seniors, two of whom were top three in scoring last year. Isabella Larson returns for her senior year after leading the team in points and goals in 2022-23.

Luverne Cardinals Coach: Tony Sandbulte State Tournaments: 16, 20, 21, 22, 23 2022-23: 21-8-0 Top Returners:Payton Behr Jr./F (1732-49), Ellisyn Van Batavia 8th./F ( 10-2333), Izzy Steensma Fr./F (16-15-31), Tenley Behr Fr./F (11-12-23), Greta McClure So./F (10-11-21), Emma Saarloos So./G (1-0-0/0.00/.000).

Season Outlook: Luverne is coming off its third straight state tournament trip and section title after finishing fourth in the state in 2022-23. Although the Cardinals lost their top scorer in Kameryn Van Batavia, they return the following four scoring leaders of the top five. Payton Behr heads into her junior year after having a 49-point 2022-23 campaign.

Marshall Tigers Coach: Cassi Weiss State Tournaments: 07, 08, 18 2022-23: 12-12-3 Top Returners:Brooklyn Mauch Fr./F (18-7-25), Abbey Foley So./F (10-12-22), Lily Verkinderen Jr./F (7-10-17), Kendal Beernaert Jr./F (9-6-15), Lily Stelter Fr./G (0-0-0/0.00/1.000).

Season Outlook: The Tigers are a very young team who are coming off of a season where they competed hard and were in every game. Marshall’s 2022-23 leading scorer Brooklyn Mauch is still just a freshman this season.

New Ulm Eagles Coach: Jeremy Reed State Tournaments: 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18.

2022-23: 17-9-1 Top Returners:Michelle Smith Sr./F (20-7-27), Afton Hulke Sr./D (13-13-26), Malorie Anderson Sr./F (7-8-15), Tristyn Wolner So./F (10-1-11), Ava Brennan Jr./G (17-9-1/ 1.49/.937).

Season Outlook: The Eagles return their star goalie Ava Brennan who posted a GAA, and save percentage that were near the tops of the state with a 1.49 GAA and .937 save percentage. They also have their top two scorers from 2022-23 with Michelle Smith and Afton Hulke.

Windom Area Eagles Coach: Matt Dockter State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 10-14-2 Top Returners:Marissa Becker Sr./F (14-6-20), Ella Dockter Jr./D (9-10-19), Madyson Fredin Sr./F (7-5-12), Marenna Bang Sr./F (6-4-10), Fiona Robillard So./G (9-12-2/ 3.50/.877).

Season Outlook: Windom Area lost their 2022-23 leading scorer with Presley Dockter, but retained its following five leading scorers, including Marissa Becker.

The Eagles were a young team in 202223, but this season they will have a good amount of juniors and seniors, so the maturity and veteran presence will be improved.

Worthington Trojans Coach: Chad Nickel State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 3-19-1

Orono finished runner-up last season to Warroad. Do they have enough coming back to make another state run? Zoe Lopez (above) returns and is one of the top forwards in the state. PHOTO BY TIM KOLEHMAINEN/BREAKDOWN SPORTS Top Returners:Marin Pederson Sr./F (7-7-14), Addison Joens So./F (2-1-3), Peyton Nickel Jr./D (2-1-3), Jenna Dykstra Sr./G (1-4-0/9.35/.764).

Season Outlook: The Trojans enter the 2023-24 hockey season being a very young team, but they have their second leading scorer back with Marin Pederson. Worthington is going to be a young team, but they still have a good core of players who have experience playing with each other, and who have had success on the ice.

Section 4A Blake Bears Coach: Kristi King State Tournaments: 96, 01, 03(champs), 15, 16(champs), 09(champs), 13(champs), 14(champs), 15, 16(champs), 17(champs).

2022-23: 15-12-0 Top Returners:Callie Arthur Fr./D (513-18), Addie Wethington Fr./D (1-8-9), Payton Smith Sr./D (1-4-5), Malika Chebaclo Jr./F (2-2-4), Janie McGawn So./G (113-0/1.66/.939 Season Outlook: Janie McGawn returns as just a Sophomore, a year after putting up great numbers on the net. She sported a 1.66 GAA and a .939 save percentage.

The Bears also will have Callie Arthur who was top five in team scorers last season.

Chisago Lakes Wildcats Coach: Hannah Vitelli State Tournaments: 04, 10, 12, 21.

2022-23: 15-11-1 Top Returners:Ella Perreault So./F (23-12-35), Brooke Kiemz Sr./F/D (1614-30), Nora DeVries Jr./F/D (9-17-26), Alyson Vogelsang Sr./F (12-12-24), Lauren Schmidt Jr./F (9-13-22), Breanna Ritter Sr./G (12-11-1/ 3.06/.888).

Season Outlook: The Wildcats are a young team heading into the 2023-24 hockey season. Ella Perreault was the leading scorer in 2022-23, and she comes into this season as just a sophomore, so a bright future is ahead for Perreault.

Holy Angels Stars Coach: Ryan LaMere State Tournaments: 05(champs), 06.

2022-23: 20-6-1 Top Returners:Bella LaMere Sr./F (22-21-43), Audrey Garton Sr./F (18-1735), Taylor Lesnar Jr./F (16-12-28), Emi-

lie Anderson Sr./F (7-18-25), Eva Bentley Sr./G (11-5-1/ 1.75/.926).

Season Outlook: The Stars are coming off a great 2022-23 hockey season, making it all the way to the section championship game. Holy Angels is also bringing back a good majority of their roster from last year, including top scorer Belle LaMere and leading goalie Eva Bentley.

Minneapolis Novas Coach: Claire Goldsmith State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 12-14-1 Top Returners:Caitlin DeYoung Sr./F (1-11-12), Eloise McKinney Sr./F (6-4-10), Brielle Anderson Sr./F (2-4-6), Josie vanmoorlehem-Flaig Jr./F (2-3-5), Alie Fider Sr./G (9-12-1/ 3.93/.881).

Season Outlook: Although the Novas’ lost their top four scoring leaders from graduation they still have a good veteran presence with their top three returning scorers are seniors. Minneapolis also brings back its three goalies who played a season ago, with Ali Fider, Maizy Ness, Tess Bieringer.

South St. Paul Packers Coach: Dave Palmquist State Tournaments: 95, 99, 01, 02(champs), 03(champs), 04, 05(champs), 06(champs), 08, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 20, 22, 23.

2022-23: 23-6-1 Top Returners:Lily Pachl Jr./D (2431-55), Bailey Vesper Jr/F (22-31-53), Alida Ahern Jr./F (8-13-21), Eva Beck Sr./F (11-10-21), Molly Jeffrey Sr./G (4-00/0.69/.935).

Season Outlook: The Packers are coming off a second consecutive section championship, advancing to the X. They bring back their top two scorers with Lily Pachl, and Bailey Vesper. South St. Paul will have a new starting goalie with Molly Jeffrey who went four and oh and allowed under a goal in each game last season.

Visitation United Coach: Ellie Tabaka State Tournaments: 14, 16, 17, 18, 19.

2022-23: 7-17-1 Top Returners:Gracia Munoz Jr./F (29-12-41), Abigail Hemauer So./F (13-1124), Bella Stinsa So./F (11-7-18), Kate Killian Sr./F (4-6-10), Cadence Cooper Jr./G (7-17-1/ 6.04/.819).

Delano/Rockford Tigers Coach: Lance Reynolds State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 12-13-1 Top Returners:Kayleigh Olson Jr./F (12-12-24), Emma Treptau Sr./F (7-7-14), Kaelyn Wittwer So./F (10-3-13), Alaina Pettit So./F (5-2-7), Natalie Holmer So./F (2-4-6), Kayla Simonson Sr./G (12-13-1/ 2.02/.941).

Season Outlook: The Tigers will have a similar team as they did last year, they have four of the top five scorers from the 2022-23 season. They also have a big piece coming back with their starting goalie Kayla Simonson who posted a great .941 save percentage in 2022-23.

Mound Westonka/SW Christian White Hawks Coach: Nick Zilka State Tournaments: 13, 17, 19, 21.

2022-23: 18-9-0 Top Returners:Camryn Hargreaves Sr./F (15-24-39), Greer Hardacre Sr./F (1513-28), Lizzy Callahan So./F (9-14-23), Gisella Harder Jr./F (8-12-20), Ali Butler So./D (1-7-8), Ashlyn Roth Sr./G (17-90/1.73/.913) Season Outlook: The White Hawks are coming off a good season, advancing to the semifinals in the section tournament. They will need to have some more players step up and fill some shoes of top scorers from last season, but they have Camryn Hargreaves who is entering her Senior season. They will have their goalie back who was rock solid, sporting a 1.73 GAA. Orono Spartans Coach: Paul Antonenko State Tournaments: 22, 23.

2022-23: 22-4-4 Top Returners:Zoe Lopez Jr./F (3813-51), Maddy Kimbrel So./F (21-26-47), Macy Rasmussen Jr./F (18-21-39), Grace Bickett Sr./D (5-34-39), Kali Schmidt Jr./F (15-21-36), Maddison Forsyth Jr./G (1-00/0.00/1.000).

Season Outlook: The Spartans were a win away from raising their programs first title after a championship game loss. Orono has had a very similar roster to their last two tournament appearances, they will retain all five of their leading five scorers, including Zoe Lopez who scored 38 goals from a year ago. The one big change to their roster this year is starting netminder Celia Dahl who was amongst the state best in 2022-23. The Spartans will head into 202324 with Maddison Forsyth who saw some action in 2022-23.

Pine City Area Dragons Coach: Bill Aagaard State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 10-16-0 Top Returners:Rhiannon Ashworth Jr./F (18-11-29), Jennae Szucs Jr./F (8-1018), Abby Aagaard Sr./F (12-6-18), Arissa Rydberg Sr./F (3-11-14), Lexa Valvoda Sr./F (10-4-14), Sophia Olson Sr./G (8-150/3.25/.870).

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Champion

Apple Valley Roseville Area Hibbing/Chisholm Apple Valley Roseville Area Park Center Bloomington Jefferson South St. Paul Benilde St. Margaret’s South St. Paul Blake School Elk River Area Benilde St. Margaret’s South St. Paul Academy of Holy Angels Eden Prairie South St. Paul Stillwater Area Blake School Eden Prairie Alexandria Stillwater Area Blake School Roseville Area Warroad Minnetonka Warroad Minnetonka Breck School Minnetonka Blake School Hill-Murray Blake School Hill-Murray Thief River Falls Eden Prairie Blake School Edina Blake School Edina Breck School Edina Breck School Andover Breck School Edina Proctor/Hermantown Andover Warroad Gentry Academy Warroad

Runner-Up

South St. Paul Burnsville Eagan Hibbing/Chisholm Bloomington Jefferson Anoka Blaine White Bear Lake Area Hibbing/Chisholm Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Hibbing/Chisholm North St. Paul New Prague Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Hibbing/Chisholm Coon Rapids Warroad North Metro Stars Farmington Grand Rapids/Greenway Breck School Hopkins Warroad Edina Breck School Edina South St. Paul Roseville Area South St. Paul Hill-Murray Warroad Benilde St. Margaret’s East Grand Forks Minnetonka Blake School Maple Grove St. Paul United Blaine St. Paul United Centennial Warroad Brainerd Warroad Edina Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Andover Gentry Academy Minnetonka Proctor/Hermantown Andover Orono

Score

2-0 5-2 6-3 1-0 (OT) 8-2 6-0 2-1 2-1 2-1 2-1 (OT) 3-2 3-2 (OT) 6-2 5-1 5-3 6-1 3-2 (OT) 4-1 2-1 5-3 2-1 5-3 4-3 4-0 3-1 3-2 5-1 3-0 3-2 3-1 7-2 5-3 3-2 2-1 3-1 3-2 (OT) 8-0 4-0 6-2 2-1 3-2 (OT) 4-3 (OT) 6-1 5-3 6-0 2-1 3-2 (2OT) 5-4 6-1 4-1 3-1

Third Place

Henry Sibley/West St. Paul Blaine/Coon Rapids Blaine Roseville Area South St. Paul Bloomington Jefferson South St. Paul Burnsville Willmar Apple Valley Farmington/Randolph Eden Prairie Hibbing/Chisholm Wayzata New Prague Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Alexandria Benilde- St. Margaret’s Crookston Cretin-Derham Hall Roseau Edina Red Wing Hopkins South St. Paul Coon Rapids Breck School Edina Warroad Lakeville North Red Wing Lakeville North Red Wing Edina Red Wing Hill-Murray Warroad Eden Prairie Warroad Eagan Alexandria Minnetonka Proctor/Hermantown Minnetonka Warroad - - Edina Orono Edina South St. Paul

Consolation

Roseville Area Eagan Park Center Eagan Moorhead Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Elk River Area Anoka Centennial Stillwater Area Burnsville Breck School Benilde- St. Margaret’s Hibbing/Chisholm Irondale Fergus Falls Burnsville Chisago Lakes Area Elk River/Zimmerman Red Wing Roseau Chisago Lakes Area Eagan Hibbing/Chisholm Andover Proctor/Hermantown Blaine Alexandria Eastview New Prague Farmington Alexandria Andover St. Paul United Maple Grove Fergus Falls Roseau Hutchinson Burnsville River Lakes Moorhead Mankato East

GIRLS STATE H.S. HOCKEY –––– Individual Awards ––––

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Minnesota Ms. Hockey Award Winner 1996-Present 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

Winny Brodt, Roseville Annamarie Holmes, Apple Valley Laura Slominski, Burnsville Ronda Curtin, Roseville Krissy Wendell, Park Center Renee Curtin Roseville Ashley Albrecht, South St. Paul Andrea Nichols, Hibbing/Chisholm Erica McKenzie, Hastings Gigi Marvin, Warroad

2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Allie Thurnstrom, North St. Paul Katharine Chute, Blake Sarah Erickson, Bemidji Becky Kortum, Hopkins Bethany Brausen, Roseville Area Karley Sylvester, Warroad Hannah Brandt, Hill-Murray Dani Cameranesi, Blake Sydney Baldwin, Minnetonka Taylor Williamson, Edina

2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Presley Norby, Minnetonka Grace Zumwinkle, Breck School Taylor Heise, Red Wing Madeline Wethington, Blake Olivia Mobley, Breck School Peyton Hemp, Andover Vivian Jungels, Edina Ella Boerger, Andover

Let’s Play Hockey Senior Goalie of Year Award 1999-Present 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Katie Beauduy, Blaine Shari Vogt, River Lakes Jody Horak, Blaine Amber Hasbargen, Warroad Robin Doepke, Chaska Emily Brookshaw, Hill-Murray Johanna Ellison, Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Alannah McCready, Centennial Ashley Nixon, Blaine

2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

Alyssa Grogan, Eagan Laura Bellamy, Duluth Northern Stars Kallie Billadeau, Hopkins Julie Friend, Hopkins Erika Allen, Roseville Sydney Rossman, Minnetonka Erin O’Neil, Hopkins Frances Marshall, Thief River Falls Jenna Brenneman, Breck School

2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Breanna Blesi, Maple Grove Alexa Dobchuk, Eden Prairie Calla Frank, White Bear Lake Anna LaRose, North Wright County Brynn Dulac, Minnetonka Maggie Malecha, Northfield Uma Corniea, Edina

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Girls A continued from page 28_______________________________________________________ Season Outlook: The Dragons head into 2023-24 with a much more mature roster after being a younger team. They are retaining all of their roster from last year, so this team has played with each other for a long time.

Pine City Area will have their top scorer in Rhiannon Ashworth, and they will have two goalies who both got playing experience from last year.

2022-23: 13-12-0 Top Returners:Natalie Bergman So./F (30-15-45), Mayme Scott Fr./D/F (12-2436), Ayla Troutwine So./F (14-14-28), Gabrielle Hutar Jr./F (3-5-7), Hailey Huismann So./F (2-5-7), Nola Kwiatkowski Jr./G (1212-0/3.38/.897).

Season Outlook: The Wolverines bring back all of their top five scorers from last season, along with their starting goalie. This young Rock Ridge team will be more experienced in 2023-24, all offensively, defensively, and in net, so the maturity with hockey should follow as well.

Princeton Tigers Coach: Gage Chaffee State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 1-23-1 Top Returners:Naiya Hanson So./F (23-5), Jenna Frederick So./D (1-2-3), Addison Chaffee Jr./F (1-2-3), Katelyn Chaffee Jr./F (3-0-3), Madelyn Knaack Jr./F (2-1-3), Gretchen Van Dover Jr./G (0-2-0/6.50/.859).

Season Outlook: The Tigers are still a young team but they have a much more mature group than in 2022-23. They have almost the same squad as last year, including leading scorer Naiya Hanson, but will have a new full time netminder with Gretchen Van Dover. Van Dover was in the crease a couple of games last season but this year her workload will have a definite increase.

Section 8A Crookston Pirates Coach: Emily Meyer State Tournaments: 2007 2022-23: 17-7-2 Top Returners:Reese Swanson Sr./F/D (21-16-37), Taylor Field So./F (14-20-34), Addison Fee Jr./F/D (11-20-34), Cassie Solheim Sr./F/D (11-20-31), Brekken Tull Sr./F (15-14-29), Kambelle Freije Jr./G (10-6-2/ 2.59/.911) Season Outlook: Crookston had a great season in 2022-23 winning 17 games, and they will have a similar cast of players to last year’s roster. They regain their top five scorers, starting with Reese Swanson, they also return their starting goalie Kambelle Freiji, who played the majority of last season.

Section 6A Breckenridge/Wahpeton Storm Coach: Mykenzie Broadland State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 8-10-1 Top Returners:Holly Ovsak Fr./F (10-616), Anabel Pausch Sr./F (6-10-16), Ashlyn Wohlers So./F (2-8-10), Britta Pausch So./D (1-8-9), Karsyn Neppl Jr./D (4-5-9), Kolle Schuler Jr./G (8-8-1/ 4.08/.833).

Season Outlook: The Storm head into the 2024 hockey season without their top three scoring leaders from last year, so they will need young underclassmen and new seniors to step in and fill their shoes. They do retain Holly Ovsak who was fourth on the team last year in points.

Fergus Falls Otters Coach: Tim Lill State Tournaments: 09, 19, 23.

2022-23: 23-6-1 Top Returners:Hannah Johnson So./F (16-18-34), Maddie Brimhall Fr./F (1412-26), Averie Tonneson Fr./F (8-8-16), Maggie Greenagel Fr./D (2-12-14), Lydia Johnson Fr./F (6-7-13), Ana Jyrkas Sr./G (11-4-0/1.36/.932).

Season Outlook: The Otters are coming off a great 2022-23 season, a year that saw them going to their third state tournament appearance. They will have some holes to fill in their scoring and in the net, with their top two scorers graduating and half of the Otters great goalie tandem transfering in Lexi Metcalf. The other half of the goalie duo that was so special a season ago was Ana Jyrkas, who put up record setting numbers with a save percentage of 0.932. The Otters have some shoes to fill, but they still have a good group of girls who can keep the momentum rolling that they had a season ago.

Morris/Benson Area Storm Coach: Coleton Anderson State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 8-14-1 Top Returners:Karlie Burns Sr. (42-1254), Charli Erdahl Jr. (4-14-18), Molly Jones Jr. (3-6-9), Phoebe Overlie Jr. (4-3-7), Aubree Ramirez Fr. (2-4-6), Ava Breuer So./G (7-14-1/ 6.99/.818).

Season Outlook: The Storm retain their top scorer and one of the states top goal scorers in Karlie Burns. Burns’ 42 goals was a key piece to the Morris/Benson Area’s offense and presumably will be this year too.

The Storm are still a young team, but they can retain most of the roster from last year, losing two skaters. They will also have experience in net with both goalies who played in 2022-23 are back in the crease.

Northern Lakes Lightning Coach: Bryan Boreen State Tournaments: N/A 2022-23: 9-16-0 Top Returners:Ava Merta Jr. (8-18-26), Jenna Stoerzinger Jr. (1-18-19), Kiana Landt Sr./F (9-9-18), Corah Meschke Jr. (4-13-17), Jarret Tietz Jr. (6-9-15), Rebekah Deemer So./G (6-14-0/3.44/.873) Season Outlook: The Lightning do lose two of their top five scorers from last season, but they still have three of five with Ava Merta, Jenna Stoerzinger, and Kiana Landt. They also bring experience between the pipes with Rebekah Deemer and Sarah Marhoney who both got into game action last season.

Top scorer Mercury Bischoff leads Grand Rapids/Greenway into the season.

PHOTO BY TIM KOLEHMAINEN/BREAKDOWN SPORTS Prairie Centre Blue Devils looking like a much more mature team after Coach: Danelle Breitenfeldt being very young the last couple of seasons.

State Tournaments: N/A They not only have their top scorer return2022-23: 6-15-1 ing in Aune Bobem but they have all three Top Returners:Natasha Ludwig Jr./F goalies who got time between the pipes back (18-7-25), Kyra Swanson Sr./F (9-3-12), from last year with Addison Hess, Grace McDalelyn Diedrich So./D (1-5-6), Katelyn Dowell, and Brycelynn Heber.

Jones So./F/D (1-4-5), Maddie Koltes Sr./F (1-3-4), Kennedy Lemke Sr./G (6-14-1/ Moose Lake Area Rebels 4.81/ .908).

Coach: Reilly Fawcett Season Outlook: The Blue Devils loom State Tournaments: N/A into the 2024 hockey season with their top 2022-23: 13-11-2 two scores coming back, with Natasha LudTop Returners:Sandra Ribich Jr./F (12wig and Kyra Swanson. Having some more 19-31), Megan Hattenberger Sr./F (9-16-25), experience and maturity should help with Hallie Klavu Jr./D (14-7-21), Gracie Hartl the development of the underclassmen. They Sr./F (11-10-21), Mallory Hartl Jr./G (13-11also bring back both of their goalies, Kenne- 24). dy Lemke and Kyra Swanson. Lemke comes Season Outlook: The Rebels are coming off a season where she faced a lot of shots but off a good season, ending it in the semifinal still maintained over a .900 save percentage. round of the section tournament, winning a Section 7A playoff game. They bring back their entire roster as well, so some more chemistry from Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Lumberjacks last season and becoming a more mature and Coach: Kennedy Houge veteran team should help them in 2023-24.

State Tournaments: 02, 03, 05, 06, 09, 20.

North Shore Storm 2022-23: 9-13-5 Coach: Zachary Vieau Top Returners:Reese Kuklinski Jr./F/D State Tournaments: N/A (10-5-15), Gwen Lilly Sr./F/D (5-8-13), Erin 2022-23: 7-16-2 Loeb Sr./F (7-3-10), Brayley Merrier Fr./F Top Returners:Reese Costley Fr./F (6(6-3-9), Emma Parks Jr./D (4-5-9).

14-20), Kinsey Komarek Sr./F (5-11-16), Season Outlook: The Lumberjacks have Berkley Hoff Fr./F (6-9-15), Katie Carpenter their 2022-23 top five leading scorers back Sr./F (7-8-15), Hayden Bright Fr./F (5-7-12), from a year ago, including Reese Kuklinski Harper Powell Sr./G (6-16-1/ 2.79/.900). who was the team lead in goals and points.

Season Outlook: Reese Costley comes This squad brings experience and a good vet- back as just a freshman, she led the team in eran presence. scoring last season as an eighth grader. The Storm do bring back Costley, and three othDuluth Marshall Hilltoppers ers as they have four of the five top scores Coach: Callie Hoff from last year. North Shore also brings back State Tournaments: 2010 their starting goalie Harper Powell, who 2022-23: 20-7-1 sported a save percentage over .900 and a Top Returners:Ilsa Lindaman Sr./F (46- GAA under three.

30-76), Nina Thorson Jr./F (29-25-54), Sarah Stauber So./D (5-22-27), Avery Lian Jr./D Proctor/Hermantown Mirage (3-19-22), Hailey Cummins Sr./F (7-13-20), Coach: Emma Stauber Ray Anderson Jr./G (19-6-1/ 1.63/.929).

State Tournaments: 10, 14, 16, 18, 19, Season Outlook: Hilltoppers’ top net- 21 (champs), 22, 23. minder returns for her junior season after an 2022-23: 20-8-2 incredible season, sporting a goals-against Top Returners:Hannah Graves Sr./F average of 1.63 and a save percentage well (14-21-35), Izy Fairchild Sr./F (17-10-27), over .900. They also bring back their two top Jane Eckstrom Jr./F (9-13-22), Hailey Jussila scorers from a season ago with Ilsa Linda- Sr./F (6-16-22), Anika Burke Sr./F (6-10-16), man and Nina Thorson, so the experience is Suri Langley So./G (10-4-1/ 1.71/.918). there for the 2023-24 Duluth Marshall HillSeason Outlook: The Mirage finished toppers. in fourth place in the Class A State Tournament in 2022, which was their third straight Hibbing/Chisholm Bluejackets appearance and section champions. Proctor/ Coach: Pete Hyduke Hermantown is now two to three seasons reState Tournaments: 97 (champs), 98, moved from hoisting the state championship 00, 02, 03, 04, 05, 07, 08, 13, 15, 17. title. They return their top scorer from 20222022-23: 7-19-0 23 Hannah Graves, along with the great Top Returners:Aune Boben Sr./F (16-8- goalie tandem with Suri Langley and Neelah 24), Panella Rewertz Jr./F (2-1-13), Kendal McLeod.

Gustavsson Jr./F (4-8-12), Trista Warmbold Sr./F (3-5-8), Brynn Babich So./F (0-3-3), Rock Ridge Wolverines Addison Hess Sr./G (4-10-0/3.93/.885).

Coach: Earl Fitzgerald Season Outlook: The Bluejackets are State Tournaments: 09, 11.

Detroit Lakes Lakers Coach: G. Scott Piepkorn State Tournaments: 2012 2022-23: 3-22-0 Top Returners:Haley Stattelman Sr./D (7-5-12), Kaydence Thorsteinson Jr./F (65-11), Hannah Larson Sr./F (4-5-9), Jaelynn Jensen Sr./D (1-3-4), Brynn Erickson So./D (1-3-4), Talyn Anderson Fr./G (3-210/7.31/.849).

Season Outlook: The Lakers are a much more mature and experienced team than in 2022-23 with all of their top five scorers returning. Haley Stattelman, the Lakers’ top goal and point scorer, heads into her senior season in 2023-24.

East Grand Forks Green Wave Coach: Alex Robertson State Tournaments: 2014 2022-23: 10-16-0 Top Returners:Blake Schultz So./F (30-24-54), Maggy Plante Sr./F (12-21-33), Madison Stocker Sr./F (12-21-33), Laura Pesch Jr./F (5-2-7), Megan Bergh So./D (2–4-6), Britlyn Rasmusssen Jr./G (10-160/4.97/.859).

Season Outlook: The Green Wave retains their top scorer in Blake Schultz, who had a great season scoring over 50 points.

They are still a younger team, having only one senior but they have a plethora of players who have hockey experience from last year.

Thief River Falls Prowlers Coach: Brett Johnson State Tournaments: 2015 (Champs) 2022-23: 7-20-0 Top Returners:Kali Knutson Jr./F (1812-30), Lila Dalager Fr./F (10-11-21), Julia Rude Sr./F (8-4-12), Alexis Sawatzke Fr./F (8-4-12), Kora Sorter Sr./F (2-6-8), McKenna Carr Fr./G (1-2-0/4.67/.837).

Season Outlook: The Prowlers are a young team, but they still have a good mix of seniors in their lineup. They also have their 2022-23 leading scorer Kali Knutson coming back for her Junior season. TRF has some young and hard-working pieces on this 2023-24 hockey team.

Warroad Warriors Coach: David Marvin State Tournaments: 06, 09, 10 (Champs), 11 (Champs), 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 (Champs), 23 (Champs).

2022-23: 26-3-1 Top Returners:Kaiya Sandy Jr./F (1512-27), Katy Comstock Jr./D (4-19-23), Madilyn Skogman Sr./F (8-11-19).

Season Outlook: The Warroad Warriors are coming off their second straight state champion title, and they’ve been to the state tournament for the past eight seasons.

The Warriors will have to almost start over, as they lost all five 2022-23 top scorers and their starting goalie. Their team isn’t super young but they also only have three seniors on the roster. Kaiya Sandy will be the elder point lead from last season, and in net Jordyn Werk will get a significantly increased workload between the pipes, Werk did get multiple games in last season, posting an impressive 1.79 GAA in just seven games.

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November 22, 2023

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Reed Larson Award winner having stellar season with Fargo Force

by BRYAN ZOLLMAN

Lets Play Hockey Publisher

Leo Gruba slept better on Halloween night than he had in quite a while.

The former Hill-Murray star and 2022 Reed Larson Award winner as the state’s top prep defenseman committed to the University of Minnesota Oct. 31 after a long and arduous process that was keeping him up at night.

“It was a tough decision because there are so many great schools out there,” said Gruba, in his second season with the Fargo Force of the USHL. “In the end it was the game day atmosphere, the experience of being a Gopher and the winning culture that was all kind of wrapped into one big reason for me.”

Gruba was one of the top players around who hadn’t yet committed to a Division I school. He had committed to St. Cloud State University out of high school.

St. Cloud is where his father, Tony, played from 1990-94, serving as the team’s captain his senior season. But he decommitted in September, choosing to play another season for the Fargo Force where he is excelling as one of the league’s top defenseman and leading all defensemen in the USHL in scoring with seven goals and 12 assists in 16 games, ranking him eighth overall. He is the only defenseman amongst the top 30 scorers in the league and is also fourth with a Plus-14 rating.

Gruba said decommitting from St. Cloud State was a tough decision, but he wanted to explore other options. He felt he rushed into his decision to follow in his dad’s footsteps.

“We went to St. Cloud State games when I was a kid and I loved it,” he said. “I am still a St. Cloud fan. So it’s ironic ending up being a Gopher. St. Cloud is a great spot. It just wasn’t a great spot for me.”

Gruba is a strong defender with good size at 6’2” and 210 pounds. He said playing juniors has helped him become a better defenseman, especially in the D-zone.

“It’s a big jump from high school,” he said. “One of the biggest differences is defending really dynamic players on a nightly basis. Every USHL team from top to bottom has a bunch of skill and a bunch of speed.”

Gruba has been a defenseman since he put on a pair of skates. He scored 12 goals and had 33 points as a senior at Hill-Murray and possesses strong puck skills and a heavy shot. He is currently serving on the power play for Fargo and said he has been laser-focused the past year to work both sides of the puck.

“I strive to be a two-way defenseman,” he said. “At one point I was more of an offensive defenseman, but I have really been refining the defensive part of my game. I am always looking for ways to become a great defender and you really never stop working on things until you retire.”

Gruba was passed over in the NHL draft the past two years despite hearing from a handful of NHL teams. He said he has accepted being undrafted, but it hasn’t changed his goal of playing in the NHL. “Everyone wants to be drafted because it’s cool to be drafted,” he said. “But I have come to terms with it and use it as fuel. If you have the right perspective, it can actually be a good thing.”

According to Elite Prospects NHL Draft Guide, Gruba’s “a physical presence, launching him into opponents who venture too close to his side of the rink, whether that’s in the neutral zone, at the blue-line, or along the end boards. A tight neutral zone gap funnels attackers to the outside. In transition, Gruba uses small-area plays through opponents and occasionally manipulates with a quick change of pace to open a passing lane.”

Leo Gruba, shown above with the St. Cloud Norsemen of the NAHL, was the Reed Larson Award winner as the state’s top prep defenseman in 2022. He is currently eighth in the USHL in scoring and recently committed to the University of Minnesota, joining former youth hockey teammates Ryan Chesley and Axel Begley.

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Gruba said being physical is one of his strengths and admits it’s one of the favorite parts of his game.

“I’m not afraid to be physical,” he said.

“I sort of have fun with it. I’m kind of old school and play more like how hockey was built. I like getting in guys’ way.”

Gruba takes his off-ice work seriously, spending ample time in the weight room.

“It’s been a focal point to get in the gym and making sure I am putting on muscle and have the durability for a long USHL season,” he said.

There’s no doubt the Gophers are getting a very good player in Gruba. He is added to a strong list of 2024 and 2025 recruits that include other stalwart blueliners such as John Whipple (Shattuck-St. Mary’s/USNTDP), Brady Yakesh (Benilde-St. Margaret’s/BCHL), Matthew

Grimes (Sioux Falls/USHL), Maceo Phillips (Benilde-St. Margaret’s/USNTDP) and Jacob Rombach (Spring Lake Park/ Lincoln USHL). Yakesh is the only recruit under 6-feet tall with Phillips and Rombach both standing at 6’5”.

Gruba with his good size and physical nature should fit in well with the Gophers defensive strategy. With strong offensive skills and now experience on the power play, he will give the Gophers a strong two-way player who isn’t afraid to jump into the play.

“I like to jump up and be that fourth forward without giving anything up on the defensive end,” he said.

He is a Plus-14 so far this season and was a Plus-24 last year in 60 games with the Force.

He is looking forward to joining the

Gophers and good friends and former teammates Ryan Chesley and Axel Begley, both defenseman. The three of them were all on the same Squirt A team for Mahtomedi.

“I think we had a pretty good team,” he said. “There’s probably a team picture out there somewhere with all three of us.”

Gruba is glad the process of finding a home for his college hockey days are over, but he enjoyed it.

“The recruitment process was fun,” he said. “I was grateful to have that opportunity. Now I can focus on being on this team (Fargo) for the rest of the season.”

And he can finally sleep better at night.

“I went to bed not having to wrestle in my mind where to go,” he said. “I’m excited and I’m happy.”

Leo Gruba (fer left) played on the same Mahtomedi squirt team as current Gophers Axel Begley (far right) and Ryan Chesely (middle). Gruba initially committed to St. Cloud State University where is father, Tony, played from 1990-94, but after returning for another season of juniors recently committed to the University of Minnesota.

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All invitational tournaments held in Minnesota must first go through a district tournament coordinator before being sent to the Minnesota Hockey tournament coordinator, Tim Sweezo, for final approval. The list below is of Minnesota Hockey tournament coordinators for each district. Please call them if you need information about a certain tournament.

District 1 Tom Mickus (651) 248-3075; District 2 Jake Reinseth (651) 274-9023; District 3 Chad Nicholls (952) 544-0808; District 4 Kris Hohensee (507) 360-6787; District 5 Jeff Carlen (320) 274-3509; District 6 Brad Hewitt (952) 250-6431; District 8 Zac Dockter (612) 735-9703; District 9 Troy Marquardt (507) 384-7386; District 10 Mark Osmondson (612) 747-8308; District 11 Clark Coole (218) 590-0703; District 12 Craig Homula (218) 744-5566; District 15 Cyndi Young (218) 731-5899; District 16, Mark Dragich (218) 791-0229; Senior Women, Nancy Wefler (763) 537-7837.

Tournament entrants from outside Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota: Be informed that Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota Squirt, PeeWee and Bantam teams will likely have some players up to six months older than the USA Hockey age guidelines for those classifications. Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota are using a July 1 age cut-off date while USA Hockey is using a January 1 age cut-off date. If you are concerned about this issue, you should contact the tournament director immediately to determine whether or not you should register for the tournament.

December 2023 1-2 Worthington, MN. Worthington Hockey Girls 10U/12U. Girls 12U/Girls 10U. Contact Joe Vosburgh at whatournament@hotmail.com or 507-360-8789. Register at www.worthingtonhockey.com/tournaments .

1-3 Armstrong Cooper, MN. New Hope Classic.

Squirt A. Contact Susie Melynchuk at smelynchuk@ comcast.net or 612-940-8686. Register at www.armstrongcooperhockey.org 1-3 Detroit Lakes, MN. Holidangle Classic. Peewee A. Contact Brooke at 605-520-4941 or brbohls@gmail. com. Register at https://www.dlhockey.sportngin.com/register/form/240897059.

1-3 Hutchinson, MN. Battle at Burich. Peewee A/ B2. Contact Tom Larson at 320-260-0065 or hhatournaments@gmail.com. Register online at www.hutchhockey. com.

1-3 New Ulm, MN. Peewee B2. Contact Erica Newman at 507-766-5943 or nusetournaments@gmail.com.

1-3 Bloomington, MN. Winter Warm Up. Girls 15U/ Girls 15U B/Girls 12U A. Contact Sven Bjorklund at bahatourneys@gmail.com or 612-383-3311. Register at www. bloomingtonhockey.com/page/show/187000-2023-2024baha-tournaments .

1-3 Brainerd, MN. Battle for the Axe. Bantam AA. Register at www.brainerdhockey.com .

605-359-8354 or amanda.smith@sfflyers.com 1-3 Two Harbors, MN. The Great Lake Skate Peewee B2. PeeWee B2. Contact Jesse Lundgren at thyouthhockey@gmail.com or 218-834-8339. Register at www. twoharborsyouthhockey.org.

Girls 8U. Register at www.brainerdhockey.com .

7-10 New Richmond, WI. Ryan Olson Memorial.

PeeWee B1/PeeWee B2. Contact Barry Cunningham at tournaments@nryha.net or 651-283-0072. Register at www.nrhya.net.

15-17 Fergus Falls, MN. Fergus Falls Candy Cane Classic. Girls 10U A/Girls 10U. Contact Tom Larson at hhatournaments@gmail.com or 320-260-0065. Register at www.hutchhockey.com.

8-10 Brainerd, MN. Brainerd Hockey Squirt A Tournament. Squirt A. Register at www.brainerdhockey.com.

15-17 Hibbing-Chisholm, MN. Hibbing-Chisholm Tournament Series. PeeWee A/PeeWee B. Register at www.hcyha.org/tournaments.

8-10 Baldwin, WI. Rose Schultz Memorial.

10U/12U Girls. Contact Jodi at Jodivolgren@gmail.com or 715-308-9667. Register at baldwin.pucksystems2.com 8-10 Edina, MN. 4th Annual Cornerstone Tournament. Squirt A/B1. Email tournaments@edinahockey.org.

Info and registration at https://www.edinahockeyassociation. com/ourtournaments 17-19 Little Falls, MN. Little Falls Tournament. Bantam A & B1. Contact Kari Houle at LFYHtournaments@ gmail.com or 320-282-1434.

8-10 Nashville, TN. Nashville Christmas Tournament. 9U-14U. Contact at info@weekendhockey.com or 905-465-5343 8-10 New Ulm, MN. Girls 12UB. Contact Erica Newman at 507-766-5943 or nusetournaments@gmail.com.

8-10 South St. Paul, MN. Squirt B2/C. Contact Michael Ahern at sspyha.tournaments@gmail.com.

8-10 Fergus Falls, MN. Flow at the Falls Bantam B. Bantam B. Contact at ffhatournaments@gmail.com.

Register at www.fergusfallshockey.org.

8-10 Hibbing-Chisholm, MN. Hibbing-Chisholm Tournament Series. Bantam B2. Register at www.hcyha. org/tournaments.

8-10 Owatonna, MN. Owatonna Girls Tournament.

Girls 15U B/Girls 12U B. Contact Mary Kelvie at oyha.adm. director@gmail.com or 651-226-7950. Register at www. owatonnahockey.com.

8-10 Paynesville, MN. River Lakes Stars Squirt C Tournament. Squirt C. Contact Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com or 651-334-5667. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com.

8-10 Richmond, MN. River Lakes Stars Squirt A Tournament. Squirt A. Contact Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com or 651-334-5667. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com.

8-10 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Bantam A. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

8-10 Two Harbors, MN. The Great Lake Skate. Bantam B2. Contact Jesse Lundgren at thyouthhockey@gmail. com or 218-834-8339. Register www.twoharborsyouthhockey.org.

1-3 Hibbing-Chisholm, MN. Hibbing-Chisholm Tournament Series. Girls 12U A/Girls 12U/Girls 10U B/Girls 10U. Register at www.hcyha.org/tournaments.

8-10 Worthington, MN. Worthington Hockey Squirt Tournament. Squirt. Contact Joe Vosburgh at whatournament@hotmail.com or 507-360-8789. Register at www. worthingtonhockey.com/tournaments.

1-3 New Richmond, WI. Joe Swanda Memorial.

Squirt B1/Squirt B2. Contact Barry Cunningham at tournaments@nryha.net or 651-283-0072. Register at www. nrhya.net.

9-10 Crookston, MN. Girls 12UA/12UB. Contact Jake Solberg at 218-280-0260 or at jsolberg@crookston. mn.us. Online registration available at https://www.crookstonmn.us/360/2023-2024-tournaments.

1-3 Owatonna, MN. Owatonna Bantam Tournament.

Bantam AA/Bantam A/Bantam B. Contact Mary Kelvie at oyha.adm.director@gmail.com or 651-226-7950. Register at www.owatonnahockey.com.

14-17 Bloomington, MN. Peewee Showdown. PeeWee A/PeeWee B1/PeeWee B2. Contact Sven Bjorklund at bahatourneys@gmail.com or 612-383-3311. Register at www.bloomingtonhockey.com/page/show/187000-20232024-baha-tournaments .

1-3 Paynesville, MN. River Lakes Stars Bantam B1 Tournament. Bantam B1. Contact Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com or 651-334-5667. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com.

15-17 Eveleth, MN. Jr. Gold Frozen Battle. JR Gold.

Contact Michelle at rryhatournaments@gmail.com. Register at www.rryha.org.

1-3 Proctor, MN. Proctor Girls 15UA. Girls 15U A. Contact Carl Burke at pahatournaments@gmail.com or 218-393-2220. Register at www.proctorhockey.com.

15-17 Fairmont, MN. Girls 10UB/12UB. Contact Luke Ebeling at 507-848-9016 or luke.ebeling@midco.com. More info and registration at https://fairmont.pucksystems2.com.

1-3 Sauk Centre, MN. Sauk Centre/Melrose Youth Hockey I-90 Challenge. Bantam B. Contact Heidi at 320-260-0316 or heidibeissel@gmail.com. Register at saukcentremelrose.pucksystems.com

15-17 Hutchinson, MN. Battle at Burich. Bantam A/ B2. Contact Tom Larson at 320-260-0065 or hhatournaments@gmail.com. Register online at www.hutchhockey. com.

1-3 Sioux Falls, SD. Sioux Falls Flyers Challenger Tournament Series. Squirt A & B. Contact Amanda Smith at

15-17 Brainerd, MN. Brainerd Mite and 8U Jamboree.

15-17 New Ulm, MN. New Ulm Squirt A. Squirt A. Contact Erica Newman at nusetournaments@gmail.com or 507-766-5943. Register at newulm.pucksystems2.com/ tournaments.

15-17 Paynesville, MN. River Lakes Stars Squirt B Tournament. Squirt B. Contact Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com or 651-334-5667. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com.

15-17 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Girls 10U A/B Wisc/ B MIN. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey. com.

15-17 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Girls 12U A Wisc/ B1 MIN. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey. com.

15-17 Two Harbors, MN. The Great Lake Skate.

PeeWee B1. Contact Jesse Lundgren at thyouthhockey@ gmail.com or 218-834-8339. Register at www.twoharborsyouthhockey.org.

15-17 Walker, Mn. City in the Bay Hockey Tournament. Squirt C. Contact Mitch loomis at loomis@shoresofleechlake.com 15-17 Virginia, MN. Rock Ridge Jr. Gold Frozen Battle. Junior Gold B. Contact Michelle at rryhatournaments@gmail.com. Register at www.rryha.org/page/ show/4365485-tournaments-2023-2024.

16-17 Proctor, MN. Proctor Bantam B2 Tournament.

Bantam B2. Contact Carl Burke at pahatournaments@ gmail.com or 218-393-2220. Register at www.proctorhockey.com .

16-17 Crookston, MN. Bantam A/B. Contact Jake Solberg at 218-280-0260 or at jsolberg@crookston.mn.us.

Online registration available at https://www.crookstonmn. us/360/2023-2024-tournaments.

5-7 Hibbing-Chisholm, MN. Hibbing-Chisholm Tournament Series. Girls 8U. Register at www.hcyha.org/ tournaments.

5-7 Hutchinson, MN. Battle at Burich. Squirt B/Squirt C. Contact Tom Larson at hhtournaments@gmail.com or 320-260-0065. Register at www.hutchhockey.com.

5-7 Owatonna, MN. Owatonna Peewee Tournament.

PeeWee AA/PeeWee A/PeeWee B. Contact Mary Kelvie at oyha.adm.director@gmail.com or 651-226-7950. Register at www.owatonnahockey.com.

5-7 Proctor, MN. Proctor Peewee B2 Tournament.

PeeWee B2. Contact Carl Burke at pahatournaments@ gmail.com or 218-393-2220. Register at www.proctorhockey.com.

5-7 Richmond, MN. River Lakes Stars Peewee A Tournament. Contact Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@ gmail.com or 651-334-5667. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com.

5-7 Sioux Falls, SD. Sioux Falls Flyers Challenger Bantam Tournament. Contact Amanda Smith at amanda. smith@sfflyers.com or 605-359-8354. Register at www. sioux falls flyers-tournaments.

5-7 Sauk Centre, MN. Sauk Centre/Melrose Youth Hockey. Peewee B. Contact Heidi at 320-260-0316 or heidibeissel@gmail.com. Register at saukcentremelrose. pucksystem.com 5-7 Spirit Lake, IA. Boji Blast Tournament. Bantam, Bantam B. Contact Brad Shumway at bradleyshumway@ gmail.com or 320-217-0240. Register at www.lakesareahockey.com 05-7 St. Paul, MN. Cormick Memorial Cup. Squirt B/ Squirt C. Contact Katie Murphy at spcha.ops@gmail.com . Register at www.stpaulsapitalshockey.com/program/ cormick-cup/1259.

5-7 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Peewee A. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

5-7 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Squirt A. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

05-7 Walker, MN. City of the Bay Hockey Tournament. Peewee B2. Contact Mitch loomis at loomis@ shoresofleechlake.com

29-31 Baldwin, WI. Hawks New Year’s Tournament.

Bantam 2A/3A. MN B2, 3B, C. Contact Jessie Johnson at jessejohnson0862@gmail.com or 715-410-7706. Register at baldwin.pucksystems2.com

5-7 Worthington, MN. Worthington Hockey Bantam Tournament. Bantam. Contact Joe Vosburgh at whatournament@hotmail.com or 507-360-8789. Register at www. worthingtonhockey.com/tournaments .

29-31 Eveleth, MN. Battle By The Bridge. Peewee B. Contact Michelle at rryhatournaments@gmail.com. Register at www.rryha.org.

5-7 Detroit Lakes, MN. The Kent Cup Winter Squirt Series. Squirt A/B/C. Contact Brooke at 605-520-4941 or brbohls@gmail.com. Register at https://www.dlhockey. sportngin.com/register/form/240897059.

29-31 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Peewee C. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

27-Jan. 1`Edina, MN. 55th Annual Tradition Invitational Tourna,ment. Bantam AA/A/B1, Peewee AA/A/B1. Email tournaments@edinahockey.org. Info and registration at https://www.edinahockeyassociation.com/ourtournaments

January 2024 4-7 Blaine, MN. MVI Mavericks Super Rink Spectacular New Year’s Eve Tournament. Bantam A/Peewee A/ Squirt A. Register now at mvihockey.org.

05-07 Bloomington, MN. Squirt Shootout. Squirt A/Squirt B2/Squirt C. Contact Sven Bjorklund at bahatourneys@ gmail.com or 612-383-3311. Register at www.bloomingtonhockey.com/page/show/187000-2023-2024-baha-tournaments .

5-7 Brainerd, MN. Brainerd Hockey Peewee B1/B2 Tournament. PeeWee B1/PeeWee B2. Register at www. brainerdhockey.com .

5-7 Eagan, Apple Valley & Burnsville MN. Play for Patrick. Bantam AA (Bantam A welcome). Contact Chad Krawiec at ckrawiec@eastviewhockey.net. Register at www.eastviewhockey.net/pfp.

5-7 Eveleth, MN. Mini Mite/Mite Jamboree (Half Ice). Contact Michelle at rryhatournaments@gmail.com.

Register at www.rryha.org.

5-7 Hutchinson, MN. Battle at Burich. Squirt B/C. Contact Tom Larson at 320-260-0065 or hhatournaments@ gmail.com. Register online at www.hutchhockey.com.

5-7 Paynesville, MN. River Lakes Peewee B1 Tournament. Contact Julia Orth or Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com 5-7 Somerset, WI. Somerset Squirt Tournament.

Contact Matt Page at tournamentdirector@somersethockey. com. Register at www.somersethockey.com 5-7 Virginia, MN. Rock Ridge Mite/Mini-Mite Jamboree. Contact Michelle at rryhatournament. Register at www.rryha.org 5-7 Worthington, MN. Bantams. Contact Joe Vosburgh at 507-360-8789 or whatournament@hotmail. com. Register at www.worthingtonhockey.com.

6-7 Baldwin, WI Hawks Mite Cross Ice Jamboree.

Mites. Contact Allie Carroll at allie.lunzer@gmail.com or 715-928-1580. Register at baldwin.pucksystems2.com 6-7 Crookston, MN. Squirt A/B. Contact Jake Solberg at 218-280-0260 or at jsolberg@crookston.mn.us.

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11-14 Edina, MN. 47th Annual John E. Reimann Tournament. JR Gold B/JR Gold 16. Email tournaments@ edinahockey.org. Info and registration at https://www.edinahockeyassociation.com/ourtournaments 11-14 Anoka, MN. Anoka Classic Peewee Tournament. PeeWee B1/PeeWee B2/PeeWee C. Contact Cory Schmidt at cschmidty41@gmail.com or 651-983-0551.

Register at anoka.sportngin.com/page/show/2757-anoka-classic-tournaments 12-14 Armstrong Cooper, MN. Knockdown at New Hope. Girls U10B1, U10B2, U12B1. Contact Susie Melynchuk at smelynchuk@comcast.net or 612-940-8686.

Register at www.armstrongcooperhockey.org

19-21 New Ulm, MN. Girls 10UB. Contact Erica Newman at 507-766-5943 or nusetournaments@gmail.

19-21 Brainerd, MN. Brainerd 10UA/10UB Tournament. Girls 10U A/Girls 10U B/Girls 10U. Register at www. brainerdhockey.com .

26-28 Eveleth, MN. The Wolverine Classic. Girls 10UB/B1 and 12UB/B1. Contact Michelle at rryhatournaments@gmail.com. Register at www.rryha.org.

9-11 Two Harbors, MN. The Great Lake Skate. Squirt B2. Contact Jesse Lundgren at thyouthhockey@gmail.com or 218-834-8339.

19-21 New Ulm, MN. New Ulm Girls 10UB. Girls 10UB/Girls 10U. Contact Erica Newman at nusetournaments@gmail.com or 507-766-5943. Register at newulm. pucksystems2.com/tournaments.

26-28 Hutchinson, MN. Tiger Town Showdown.

12UB1/12UB2. Contact Tom Larson at 320-260-0065 or hhatournaments@gmail.com. Register online at www.hutchhockey.com.

10-11 New Ulm, MN. Mite Jamboree. Contact Erica Newman at 507-766-5943 or nusetournaments@gmail.com.

19-21 Owatonna, MN. Owatonna Squirt A/10UB Tournament. Squirt A/Girls 10U B/Girls 10U. Contact Mary Kelvie at oyha.adm.director@gmail.com or 651-226-7950.

Register at www.owatonnahockey.com.

26-28 New Ulm, MN. Squirt B. Contact Erica Newman at 507-766-5943 or nusetournaments@gmail.com.

12-14 Baldwin, WI. Ice Fest. 14U/U15 Girls. Contact Jodi at Jodivolgren@gmail.com or 715-308-9667. Register at baldwin.pucksystems2.com

19-21 Paynesville, MN. River Lakes Peewee B2 Tournament. Contact Julia Orth or Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com

12-14 Brainerd, MN. Brainerd Hockey 12UA/B Tournament. Girls 12U A/Girls 12U B/Girls 12U. Register at www.brainerdhockey.com.

19-21 Proctor, MN. Proctor Bantam A Tournament.

Bantam A. Contact Carl Burke at pahatournaments@gmail. com or 218-393-2220. Register at www.proctorhockey.com.

12-14 Little Falls, MN. Little Falls Tournaments.

Peewee A & B2. Contact Kari Houle at LFYHtournaments@ gmail.com or 320-282-1434.

19-21 Sauk Centre, MN. Sauk Centre/Melrose Youth Hockey. Squirt B2/C. Contact Heidi at 320-260-0316 or heidibeissel@gmail.com. Register at saukcentremelrose. pucksystem.com

12-14 Hibbing-Chisholm, MN. Hibbing-Chisholm Tournament Series. Squirt A/Squirt B. Register at www. hcyha.org/tournaments.

12-14 Hutchinson, MN. Tiger Town Showdown. Girls 10U B/Girls 10U. Contact Tom Larson at hhtournaments@ gmail.com or 320-260-0065. Register at www.hutchhockey. com .

12-14 New Ulm, MN. New Ulm Bantam B2. Bantam B2. Contact Erica Newman at nusetournaments@gmail. com or 507-766-5943. Register at newulm.pucksystems2. com/tournaments.

12-14 Proctor, MN. Proctor Peewee A Tournament.

PeeWee A. Contact Carl Burke at pahatournaments@ gmail.com or 218-393-2220. Register at www.proctorhockey.com .

12-14 Detroit Lakes, MN. 1st Annual Derick Brehm Memorial Tournament. Bantam A. Contact Brooke at 605520-4941 or brbohls@gmail.com. Register at https://www. dlhockey.sportngin.com/register/form/240897059.

12-14 Hutchinson, MN. Tiger Town Showdown.

10UB. Contact Tom Larson at 320-260-0065 or hhatournaments@gmail.com. Register online at www.hutchhockey. com.

12-14 New Ulm, MN. Bantam B2. Contact Erica Newman at 507-766-5943 or nusetournaments@gmail.com.

12-14 Richmond, MN. River Lakes 12UA Tournament. Contact Julia Orth or Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com 12-14 Sauk Centre, MN. Sauk Centre/Melrose Youth Hockey. Squirt B. Contact Heidi at 320-260-0316 or heidibeissel@gmail.com. Register at saukcentremelrose. pucksystem.com 12-14 South St. Paul, MN. Peewee B2/C. Contact Michael Ahern at sspyha.tournaments@gmail.com.

12-14 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Peewee B. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

12-15 Las Vegas, NV. Vegas Jr. Golden Knights MLK Tournament. 9U-14U. Contact Lucas Zitmanis at info@ weekendhockey.com or 905-465-5343 12-15 Sarasota, FL. MLK on the Beach. 9U-12U. Contact Lucas Zitmanis at info@weekendhockey.com or 905-465-5343.

13-13 Somerset, WI. Girls 8U & Mite 1 Jamboree.

Contact Dan Gilkerson at dgilkerson@somersethockey.com 13-14 Spirit Lake, IA. Boji Blast Tournament. Mite & Mini-Mite. Contact Brad Shumway at bradleyshumway@ gmail.com or 320-217-0240. Register at www.lakesareahockey.com 19-21 Edina, MN. 11th Annual Quinn’s Cup Jamboree.

Boys Mite 4, Boys Mite 3, Girls Mite 3. Registration opens in summer. Email tournaments@edinahockey.org. Info and registration at https://www.edinahockeyassociation.com/ ourtournaments.

19-21 Spirit Lake, IA. Boji Blast Tournament. Squirt, Squirt B. Contact Brad Shumway at bradleyshumway@ gmail.com or 320-217-0240. Register at www.lakesareahockey.com 19-21 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Bantam B. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

19-21 Two Harbors, MN. The Great Lake State. Girls 12U B2/Girls 12U. Contact Jesse Lundgren at thyouthhockey@gmail.com or 218-834-8339. Register at www. twoharborsyouthhockey.org.

20-21 Crookston, MN. Girls 10U. Contact Jake Solberg at 218-280-0260 or at jsolberg@crookston.mn.us.

Online registration available at https://www.crookstonmn. us/360/2023-2024-tournaments.

20-21 Crookston, MN. Peewee B. Contact Jake Solberg at 218-280-0260 or at jsolberg@crookston.mn.us.

Online registration available at https://www.crookstonmn. us/360/2023-2024-tournaments.

20-21 Fairmont, MN. Mini Mites/Nites/8U Girls Jamboree. Contact Luke Ebeling at 507-848-9016 or luke. ebeling@midco.com. More info and registration at https:// fairmont.pucksystems2.com.

25-27 Detroit Lakes, MN. The Lakes Classic. Peewee B. Contact Brooke at 605-520-4941 or brbohls@gmail.com.

Register at https://www.dlhockey.sportngin.com/register/ form/240897059.

26-28 Brainerd, MN. Brainerd Hockey Squirt B1/B2 Tournament. Squirt B1/Squirt B2. Register at www.brainerdhockey.com .

26-28 Fergus Falls, MN. Flow at the Falls Squirt.

Squirt A. Contact at ffhatournaments@gmail.com . Register at www.fergusfallshockey.org.

26-28 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Girls 8U Cross Ice. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

26-28 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Girls 14UB. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

26-28 Virginia, MN. Girls 12U B, Girls 12U B1, Girls 12U B2, Girls 12U, Girls 10U B, Girls 10U B1, Girls 10U. Contact Michelle at rryhatournaments@gmail.com. Register at www.rryha.org

16-18 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Squirt B. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

26-28 Worthington, MN. Mite/Mini Mite Jamboree.

Contact Joe Vosburgh at 507-360-8789 or whatournament@hotmail.com. Register at www.worthingtonhockey. com.

16-19 Nashville, TN. Nashville President’s Day Shootout. 9U-10U. Contact Lucas Zitmanis at info@weekendhockey.com or 905-465-5343

February 2024 1-4 Edina, MN. 39th Annual Bob O’Connor Tournament. Bantam B2/C, Peewee B2/C, Squirt B2/C Email tournaments@edinahockey.org. Info and registration at https:// www.edinahockeyassociation.com/ourtournaments 1-4 Bloomington, MN. Cupid Classic. Girls 12U B2/ Girls 10U A/Girls 10U B1/Girls 10U B2. Contact Sven Bjorklund at bahatourneys@gmail.com or 612-383-3311. Register at www.bloomingtonhockey.com/page/show/1870002023-2024-baha-tournaments .

2-4 Detroit Lakes, MN. Polar Fest Freeze Invite.

Girls 12UB. Contact Brooke at 605-520-4941 or brbohls@ gmail.com. Register at https://www.dlhockey.sportngin.com/ register/form/240897059.

2-4 Fairmont, MN. Bantam A. Contact Luke Ebeling at 507-848-9016 or luke.ebeling@midco.com. More info and registration at https://fairmont.pucksystems2.com.

2-4 Fergus Falls, MN. Flow at the Falls Peewee B Tournament. PeeWee B. Contact at ffhatournaments@ gmail.com . Register at www.fergusfallshockey.org.

2-4 Hibbing-Chisholm, MN. Hibbing-Chisholm Tournament. Mite/Mini-Mite. Register at www.hcyha.org/ tournaments.

2-4 Two Harbors, MN. The Great Lake Skate. Girls 10U B2/Girls 10 U. Contact Jesse Lundgren at thyouthhockey@gmail.com or 218-834-8339.

26-28 Hibbing-Chisholm, MN. Hibbing-Chisholm Tournament Series. Register at www.hcyha.org/tournaments.

2-4 Worthington, MN. Peewee. Contact Joe Vosburgh at 507-360-8789 or whatournament@hotmail. com. Register at www.worthingtonhockey.com.

26-28 Hutchinson, MN. Tiger Town Showdown. Girls 12U B1/Girls 12U B2/Girls 12U. Contact Tom Larson at hhtournaments@gmail.com or 320-260-0065. Register at www.hutchhockey.com .

3-4 Proctor, MN. Proctor Squirt B2 Tournament. Squirt B2. Contact Carle Burke at pahatournaments@gmail.com or 218-393-0220. Register at www.proctorhockey.com .

26-28 Sioux Falls, SD. Sioux Falls Flyers Challenger Peewee Tournament. Contact Amanda Smith at amanda. smith@sfflyers.com or 605-359-8354. Register at www. sioux falls flyers-tournaments.

16-18 Somerset, WI. Somerset Jr. Gold. Contact Matt Page at tournamentdirector@somersethockey.com

16-19 Las Vegas, NV. Vegas Jr: Knights President’s Day Tournament. Boys 9U-18U. Contact Lucas Zitmanis at info@weekendhockey.com or 905-465-5343

2-4 New Ulm, MN. Squirt C. Contact Erica Newman at 507-766-5943 or nusetournaments@gmail.com.

26-28 Proctor, MN. Proctor Squirt A Tournament.

Squirt A. Contact Carl Burke at pahatournaments@gmail. com or 218-393-2220. Register at www.proctorhockey.com.

10-11 New Ulm, MN. New Ulm Mite Jamboree. Girls 8U. Contact at nusetournaments@gmail.com or 507-7665943. Register at newulm.pucksystems2.com/tournaments .

10-11 Sioux Falls, SD. Sioux Falls Challenger Mite Falls Freeze Tournament. Mite. Contact Amanda Smith at amanda.smith@sfflyers.com or 605-359-8354.

26-28 Walker, MN. City on the Bay Hockey tournament. Bantam B/B2. Contact Mitch loomis at loomis@shoresofleechlake.com

26-28 Hibbing-Chisholm, MN. Hibbing-Chisholm Tournament Series. Bantam B/Bantam B1. Register at www.hcyha.org/tournaments.

26-28 New Richmond, WI. Carly Briggs Memorial.

Girls 12U B/Girls 10U B. Contact Barry Cunningham at tournament@nryha.net or 651-283-0072. Register at www. nryha.net .

10-11 Fergus Falls, MN. Fergus Falls 8U Jamboree.

Girls 8U. Contact at ffhatournaments@gmail.com . Register at www.fergusfallshockey.org.

9-11 New Richmond, WI. Stars Classic. Girls 15U B/ Girls 14U. Contact Barry Cunningham at tournaments@ nryha.net or 651-283-0072. Register at www.nryha.net.

9-11 Paynesville, MN. River Lakes 10UA Tournament. Contact Julia Orth or Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com 9-11 Richmond, MN. River Lakes 10UB Tournament. Contact Julia Orth or Corey Larson at riverlakestourneys@gmail.com. Register at www.riverlakeshockey.com 9-11 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Junior Gold B. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@ sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

16-19 Palm Beach, FL. President’s Day on the Beach. 9U-18U Contact Lucas Zitmanis at info@weekendhockey.com or 905-465-5343 17-18 New Richmond, WI. New Richmond Mite Invitational. Mite/Mini-Mite. Contact Anna Bonkoski at mitehockey_nr@yahoo.com . Register at www.nryha.net .

24-24 Sauk Centre, MN. Sauk Centre/Melrose Youth Hockey. Mite Jamboree. Contact Heidi at 320-260-0316 or heidibeissel@gmail.com. Register at saukcentremelrose. pucksystem.com 23-25 Baldwin, WI. Hawks PeeWee Tournament.

Peewee 2A/3A, MN B2, C. Contact Jessie Johnson at jessejohnson0862@gmail.com or 715-410-7706. Register at baldwin.pucksystems2.com 23-25 Fergus Falls, MN. Flow at the Falls Squirt B Tournament. Squirt B. Contact at ffhatournaments@gmail. com . Register at www.fergusfallshockey.org .

23-25 Eveleth, MN. Up North Wolverine Squirt B Tournament. Contact Michelle at rryhatournaments@gmail.com.

Register at www.rryha.org.

25-25 Sauk Centre, MN. Sauk Centre/Melrose Youth Hockey. Mighty-Mite Jamboree. Contact Heidi at 320-2600316 or heidibeissel@gmail.com. Register at saukcentremelrose.pucksystem.com 23-25 Superior, WI. Colder By The Lake. Mite 2 Cross Ice. Contact Dick Berthiaume at 218-348-3910 or at dick@ sahahockey.com. Register at www.sahahockey.com.

March 2024 08-10 Nashville, TN. Nashville Country Shootout.

Peewee, Squirt, Boys 9U-14U. Contact Lucas Zitmanis at info@weekendhockey.com or 905-465-5343 10-11 Spirit Lake, IA. Boji Blast Tournament. Mite, Mini-Mite. Contact Brad Shumway at bradleyshumway@ gmail.com or 320-217-0240. Register at www.lakesareahockey.com 15-17 New Richmond, WI. New Richmond Senior Men’s No Check Tournament. Adult Men, Over 35, Over 40.

Contact Jeremy Melchert at rocksnowjm@yahoo.com or 715-441-9324. Register at www.nryha.net.

29-31 Somerset, WI. Somerset Senior Men’s No Check Tournament, Adult Men. Contact Dan Gilkerson at dgilkerson@somerset.com. register at www.somersethockey.com 26-28 Worthington, MN. Mite/Mini Mite Jamboree.

Contact Joe Vosburgh at 507-360-8789 or whatournament@hotmail.com. Register at www.worthingtonhockey. com.

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