North Shore 2
International Falls 2
- First Period Highlights:
- International Falls took an early lead with two quick goals from Noah Shikowsky and Cooper Crandall.
- North Shore bounced back with goals from Jake Stadler and Aydon Althaus, leveling the score to 2-2.
- Penalties in the First Period:
- North Shore faced a bench minor and an interference infraction.
- International Falls incurred a hooking penalty.
- Second and Third Periods:
- Both teams displayed strong defense, with no additional goals scored in these periods.
- The game remained evenly matched, with neither team able to find the back of the net.
- Overtime Play:
- The intensity continued in overtime, but neither team managed to score, resulting in a 2-2 tie.
- Power Plays:
- Both teams had opportunities with power plays but were unable to capitalize, each recording 0 for 4.
- Shots on Goal:
- North Shore dominated in shots with a total of 50, while International Falls had 31.
- Penalties Throughout the Game:
- Both teams had equal penalty minutes, with each team serving 8 minutes on 4 infractions.
- Overall Assessment:
- The game was a tightly contested battle with both teams showcasing resilience and defensive prowess.
- The deadlock reflects the evenly matched capabilities of both teams, setting up potential future riveting encounters.
Totino Grace 4
Rogers 2
- First Period:
- The game started off with strong defense from both teams, resulting in a scoreless first period.
- Penalties were minimal with one minor infraction per team.
- Second Period:
- The deadlock was broken by Totino-Grace’s Colton Horak with an assist from Noah Osland.
- Rogers quickly responded with a goal from Keaton Weis, assisted by Jake Vukich, leveling the score to 1-1.
- The period ended with each team committing one minor penalty.
- Third Period:
- Rogers initially took the
lead with Brandon Swanson scoring, assisted by Drew Krekelberg.
- However, Totino-Grace rallied back with two successive goals from Tre Peck, with assists from Ben Box and Gabe Gallivan, and an additional goal from Clayton Derr.
- The final goal for Totino-Grace was an empty-netter, securing their victory.
- Power Play Opportunities:
- Neither team was able to capitalize on their power plays, with Rogers 0 for 1 and Totino-Grace 0 for 2.
- Shots on Goal:
- Rogers led in shots on goal with 33, while Totino-Grace had 28.
- Penalties:
- A disciplined game overall, Rogers had 4 minutes on 2 infractions, while Totino-Grace served 2 minutes for 1 infraction.
- Game Summary:
- An evenly matched game for the most part, Totino-Grace’s late surge in the third period was pivotal for their win.
- The game showcased strategic plays and resilience from both teams, with Totino-Grace ultimately coming out on top.
Wayzata 5
Roseau 4
- First Period:
- Wayzata started strong with Jake Mattson scoring, assisted by Hawke Huff.
- Roseau responded with a goal from Noah Urness, assisted by Jude Wittrock and Jake Halvorson.
- Wayzata then added two more goals, including a power-play goal by Hawke Huff, with assists from Rhys Wallin and Finn De St. Hubert, and an even-strength goal by Eli Molde.
- Roseau kept pace with a power-play goal from Isaac Baumgartner, with assists from Brennen Johnson and Bradyn Thingvold.
- Rhys Wallin scored another for Wayzata, ending the period at 4-2.
- Second Period:
- The only goal was scored by Wayzata’s Cade De St. Hubert, extending their lead to 5-2.
- Third Period:
- Roseau attempted a comeback with two goals, a power-play goal by Jake Kvien and an even-strength goal by James Jacques, but fell just short.
- Power Plays:
- Neither team managed to score on their power-play opportunities.
- Shots on Goal:
- Wayzata led with 41 shots compared to Roseau’s 29.
- Penalties:
- A relatively clean game with no penalties recorded.
- Game Summary:
- A high-scoring first period set the tone, with Wayzata establishing a lead that Roseau couldn’t quite overcome despite a strong third-period effort.
- Wayzata’s balanced attack proved to be the difference in a closely contested game.
Hibbing/Chiholm 3
Superior 2
- First Period Highlights:
- Hibbing/Chisholm opened the scoring with Tate Swanson’s goal, assisted by Kelin Elsner.
- Superior Spartans quickly tied the game with a goal from Tyler Olson, assisted by Cainen Raivala and Cayden Reamer.
- Second Period Action:
- Hibbing/Chisholm regained the lead with a power-play goal by Kelin Elsner, with Tate Swanson and Jackson Strukel assisting.
- Jace Kampsula extended Hibbing/Chisholm’s lead with another goal, assists from Jackson Strukel and Benny Galli.
- Superior Spartans narrowed the gap with a power-play goal from Cayden Reamer, assisted by Lucas Williams.
- Third Period Overview:
- No scoring in the third period, despite attempts from both teams.
- Power Plays:
- Superior Spartans capitalized on 50% of their power plays.
- Hibbing/Chisholm had a 33.33% success rate on power plays.
- Shots on Goal:
- Hibbing/Chisholm dominated with 34 shots, compared to Superior Spartans’ 9.
- Penalties:
- Superior Spartans incurred more penalties, totaling 8 minutes on 4 infractions.
- Hibbing/Chisholm had fewer penalties with 4 minutes on 2 infractions.
- Game Summary:
- A closely contested match with both teams showing strong power-play performances.
- Hibbing/Chisholm’s offensive pressure with a higher number of shots on goal proved crucial in their victory.
Providence academy 3
Southwest Christian 2
- First Period Highlights:
- Southwest Christian/Richfield took an early lead with Eli Hoffman scoring an even-strength goal.
- Second Period Action:
- Providence Academy equalized with a power-play goal by Louis Wehmann, assisted by Josh Wilson and Jesse Varner.
- Sammy Lewis gave Providence Academy the lead with an even-strength goal, again assisted by Jesse Varner.
- Third Period Overview:
- Providence Academy’s Josh Wilson scored an empty-net goal, solidifying their lead.
- Southwest Christian/Richfield’s Kaden Feltmann scored late in the period, with assists from Kael Lundquist and Tate Hardacre.
- Power Plays:
- Providence Academy was more effective with a 33.33% success rate on power plays.
- Southwest Christian/Richfield didn’t capitalize on their power play opportunities.
- Shots on Goal:
- Providence Academy had a dominant performance in shots, with 39 attempts compared to Southwest Christian/Richfield’s 26.
- Penalties:
- Southwest Christian/Richfield faced more penalty minutes, totaling 9 minutes on 3 infractions.
- Providence Academy incurred 4 minutes on 2 infractions.
- Game Summary:
- The game was a close contest with Providence Academy making a strong comeback after trailing in the first period.
- Providence Academy’s effective power play and aggressive shooting strategy were key to their victory.
Eden Prairie 3
Buffalo 2
- First Period Highlights:
- Eden Prairie opened the scoring with a goal from Alex Hall, assisted by Nick Koering, putting them ahead 1-0.
- Second Period Action:
- Buffalo equalized early in the second period with a power-play goal by Eli Tiernan, with assists from Griffin Lind and Evan Hinnenkamp.
- Eden Prairie regained the lead later in the period with Mason Moe scoring, assisted by John Kleis and Alex Hall.
- Third Period Overview:
- Eden Prairie extended their lead with Mason Moe scoring his second goal of the game, assisted again by Alex Hall.
- Buffalo narrowed the gap with a goal from Brandon Rodenwald, bringing the score to 3-2.
- Power Plays:
- Both teams had power play opportunities but only Buffalo capitalized on theirs.
- Shots on Goal:
- Eden Prairie dominated in shots on goal, with a total of 40 compared to Buffalo’s 16.
- Penalties:
- Interestingly, there were no recorded penalties for either team throughout the game.
- Game Summary:
- Eden Prairie’s strong offensive play, evidenced by their high shot count, was a significant factor in their victory.
- Buffalo’s resilience kept the game close, but Eden Prairie managed to hold their lead till the end.