Herb Brooks ClassicQuarterfinals: The quarterfinals set the stage with some decisive victories. Gentry Academy made a strong statement with a 6-0 win over Pine City. In a closely contested match, Hibbing/Chisholm edged out Breck with a 3-2 victory. Two Rivers displayed their dominance by shutting out Simley 4-0, and Duluth Marshall rounded off the quarterfinals with a convincing 5-0 win against Red Lake Falls.
Consolation Semifinals: The consolation semifinals on Wednesday, Dec. 27, were full of surprises and close encounters. Pine City bounced back from their initial loss to narrowly defeat Breck 4-3, showcasing their resilience. In another match, Red Lake Falls overcame Simley with a decisive 5-1 victory, indicating the unpredictable nature of the tournament.
Semifinals: The semifinals saw Gentry Academy continuing their winning streak by defeating Hibbing/Chisholm 4-1. Duluth Marshall also maintained their momentum with a 4-1 win over Two Rivers, setting up an exciting championship clash with Gentry Academy.
Placement Matches: On Thursday, Dec. 28, the placement matches further highlighted the unpredictable nature of the tournament. Breck, after earlier setbacks, secured a commanding 7-1 victory over Simley for the seventh place. The consolation championship was a nail-biter, with Red Lake Falls edging Pine City 4-3. In the third-place match, Hibbing/Chisholm claimed victory over Two Rivers with a 3-1 scoreline.
Championship: The championship match at Ridder Arena, Minneapolis, was the pinnacle of the tournament. Gentry Academy, continuing their impressive form, emerged as the champions with a 3-0 win over Duluth Marshall, showcasing their dominance and skill throughout the tournament.
On the opening day, Woodbury established their dominance with a 4-1 victory over Bloomington Jefferson, while Farmington narrowly secured a win against St. Louis Park with a 4-3 scoreline. Cambridge-Isanti also made their mark by defeating St. Paul Highland Park 5-3, and Hastings clinched a tight 2-1 victory over South St. Paul.
The following day, the consolation semifinals saw St. Louis Park rebound impressively, overpowering Bloomington Jefferson 7-2. In a more dramatic match, St. Paul Highland Park eked out a 3-2 overtime win against South St. Paul. The semifinals were equally thrilling, with Woodbury continuing their strong performance, shutting out Farmington 7-0. Hastings also advanced to the finals with a close 3-2 win over Cambridge-Isanti.
The tournament’s final day was filled with decisive matches. Bloomington Jefferson claimed the seventh place with a 5-0 victory over South St. Paul. St. Louis Park, showing remarkable resilience, won the consolation championship by defeating St. Paul Highland Park 7-1. The third-place game was taken by Cambridge-Isanti, who overcame Farmington 3-1. The championship match was the highlight, with Hastings emerging as the champions after defeating Woodbury 4-2, demonstrating their strategic prowess and consistency throughout the tournament.
the tournament opened with a game between Somerset, Wis., and North Shore, ending in a 1-1 tie in overtime. Somerset advanced in the winner’s bracket by winning the ensuing shootout. Northern Lakes showcased their offensive prowess with a 7-3 victory over Hopkins. Southwest Christian/Richfield narrowly defeated Osseo 4-3, and Proctor secured a win against Brookfield, Wis., with a 3-1 score.
The following day, the consolation semifinals continued the trend of tight contests. Hopkins edged out North Shore 2-1, while Brookfield, Wis., claimed a close victory over Osseo with a 2-1 scoreline. In the semifinals, Northern Lakes continued their strong showing by defeating Somerset, Wis., 5-2. Proctor also advanced to the finals by overcoming Southwest Christian/Richfield in a close 3-2 game.
The final day of the tournament, Dec. 29, brought more excitement. Osseo claimed the seventh place with a decisive 7-1 win over North Shore. The consolation championship saw Brookfield, Wis., triumph over Hopkins 6-5 in an overtime thriller. Southwest Christian/Richfield took third place with a convincing 6-0 victory over Somerset, Wis. The championship game was marked by Proctor’s dominance as they beat Northern Lakes 5-2 to claim the tournament title.
the tourney commenced with Cloquet/Esko/Carlton defeating Apple Valley 5-2, and Anoka securing a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory against Mankato West. Park of Cottage Grove and Duluth Denfeld also started strong with wins over Owatonna and Irondale, respectively. The next day saw Apple Valley and Owatonna emerge victorious in the consolation semifinals, while Cloquet/Esko/Carlton and Duluth Denfeld won their semifinal games, setting the stage for an intense final day. Irondale clinched seventh place, and Owatonna triumphed in the consolation championship. Park of Cottage Grove dominated Anoka for third place. The tournament culminated in a gripping championship match, where Duluth Denfeld edged out Cloquet/Esko/Carlton 4-3 in overtime, capping off a series of competitive and spirited games.
