Mike Randolph Becomes All-Time Winningest Minnesota High School Hockey Coach in Northern Lakes’ 11-0 Win Over Prairie Centre
Northern Lakes delivered an emphatic 11-0 victory over Prairie Centre on a historic night as head coach Mike Randolph became the all-time winningest high school hockey coach in Minnesota history. Randolph, who has had a storied career, secured his record-breaking win at the MAC Arena in St. Cloud with a commanding performance from his team.
First Period
Northern Lakes got off to a strong start in the first period, scoring three goals to set the tone for the game. Drew Paulbeck opened the scoring at 10:05, followed by Jerome Martin’s power-play goal at 11:08 and Jacob Peterson adding another power-play goal at 14:45. Prairie Centre struggled to generate offensive chances, managing only three shots in the period compared to Northern Lakes’ 16.
Second Period
The second period saw Northern Lakes take full control, netting seven unanswered goals. Jacob Peterson scored twice, completing his hat trick, while Drew Paulbeck added two more goals of his own. Huck Balmer and Easton Anderson also contributed goals, bringing the score to 10-0 by the end of the second period. Prairie Centre’s defense could not contain the relentless attack from Northern Lakes, who peppered Prairie Centre’s goaltender with 30 shots during the period.
Third Period
Northern Lakes added one final goal in the third period, with Wyatt Balmer finding the back of the net at 4:41. Prairie Centre managed six shots on goal, but none could get past Northern Lakes goaltender Sam Suja, who finished the game with a shutout, stopping all 15 shots he faced.
Power Plays and Penalties
Northern Lakes made the most of their power-play opportunities, scoring three goals on four chances, while Prairie Centre went 0 for 4.
Shots on Goal
Northern Lakes dominated the shot count, outshooting Prairie Centre 58 to 15. Northern Lakes’ Sam Suja was perfect in goal, while Prairie Centre’s Carter Holman faced a barrage of shots, making 47 saves but ultimately conceding 11 goals.
Summary
Northern Lakes showcased their offensive depth, with Drew Paulbeck leading the way with three goals and four assists, totaling seven points. Jacob Peterson also had an outstanding game, recording four goals. Wyatt Balmer, Jerome Martin, and Huck Balmer each contributed multiple points as well.
On this historic night, Coach Mike Randolph added another milestone to his already illustrious career, becoming the all-time winningest coach in Minnesota high school hockey. Randolph’s coaching legacy continues to grow, and his team’s dominant performance against Prairie Centre was a fitting tribute to his dedication and success.
The Sartell Sabres had a strong showing on the road against the Willmar Cardinals, securing a decisive 10-1 win at Cardinal Arena-Willmar Civic Center. Sartell controlled the pace of the game from start to finish, dominating on both offense and defense.
First Period
Sartell took an early lead with Devin Jacobs scoring at 1:45, assisted by Preston Deragisch and Shaun Paulson. Willmar responded shortly after with Aden Jacobson scoring at 2:00, assisted by Gibson Horyza and Bobby Poe, tying the game at 1-1. Sartell quickly regained control with Preston Deragisch netting another goal at 2:25, ending the first period 2-1 in favor of Sartell.
Second Period
The second period saw Sartell extend their lead significantly, scoring six unanswered goals. Isaac Mentzer, Owen Oxton, Jameson Schmitz, Caleb Thompson, Shaun Paulson, and Jace Jansky each found the back of the net. Jace Jansky’s goal came from a power play, further showcasing Sartell’s ability to capitalize on opportunities.
Third Period
Sartell added two more goals in the third period, with Devin Jacobs and Owen Oxton scoring once again. Willmar’s offense struggled, only managing three shots in the final period, compared to Sartell’s 16.
Power Plays and Penalties
Sartell had one successful power play out of two attempts, while Willmar did not have any power play opportunities. Willmar was called for two penalties, resulting in four penalty minutes.
Shots on Goal
Sartell outshot Willmar 52 to 14, with Sartell goaltender Adam Holien stopping 13 of the 14 shots he faced, finishing with a save percentage of .929. Willmar’s goaltender Eli Ewert faced a barrage of shots, saving 42 out of 52, with a save percentage of .808.
Summary
Sartell demonstrated their depth and offensive capabilities, with four different players recording multiple points. Shaun Paulson led the way with four points (one goal, three assists), while Owen Oxton, Devin Jacobs, and Preston Deragisch each contributed three points. Sartell’s solid defensive play and efficient scoring were key factors in their commanding win over Willmar.
The final score was Sartell 10, Willmar 1.
