Centennial 5
Mahtomedi 2
In the Centennial Holiday Tournament, the Centennial Cougars skated to a 5-2 victory over the Mahtomedi Zephyrs. For Centennial, Joey Hemr found the net twice, Heath Nelson scored twice including an empty-netter, and Alex Clampitt contributed one goal. On the Mahtomedi side, Jimmy Egan scored both goals for the Zephyrs. The goalkeepers were tested throughout, with Centennial’s Easton Cody stopping 22 of 24 shots, and Mahtomedi’s Wes Strub making 22 saves out of 26 shots. The match showed Centennial’s offensive depth and Mahtomedi’s tenacity but ultimately the Cougars secured the win.
Roch Century/John Marshall 6
Cambridge/Isanti 3
In an impressive debut for the newly formed cooperative team, Rochester Century/John Marshall took to the ice with tenacity and emerged victorious against Cambridge-Isanti with a final score of 6-3. Scoring for Rochester Century/John Marshall were Brekken DeWeese with two goals, one each from Cooper Hedin, Jonathan Burmester, Brody Josselyn, and Brock Clarey. Cambridge-Isanti’s efforts included goals by Josh Sauro, Jared Foster, and Jackson Ziebarth. The win was marked by balanced offensive contributions and solid team play, setting a positive tone for Rochester Century/John Marshall’s inaugural season.
Andover 3
Chanhassen 2
In the Tonka Thanksgiving Preview, Andover secured a 3-2 victory against Chanhassen. Andover’s goal scorers were Crosby Perry and Casey Rodgers with two goals, while Chanhassen’s goals came from Chase Borene and Caden Lee. The shots on goal were heavily in favor of Chanhassen with a total of 34 compared to Andover’s 13. Andover’s goalie Cal Conway made an impressive 32 saves, and Chanhassen’s Kam Hendrickson saved 10 out of 13 shots. Despite being outshot, Andover’s efficiency led them to a win.
Roseville 3
Lakeville North 2
In an overtime thriller, Roseville secured a win against Lakeville North with a score of 3-2. The game started with an early goal for Roseville by Billy Connelly, but Lakeville North’s Wyatt Brunello evened the score. The teams were tied after the third period, with additional goals by Lakeville North’s Drew Thompson and Roseville’s Jake Troska. The winning goal came in overtime from Roseville’s Jacob Villella. Shots on goal favored Lakeville North with 27 against Roseville’s 16, but Roseville’s goalie Dylan Keeley made 25 saves to help secure their victory.
Bloomington Kennedy 2
Northern Edge 1
In their game at the River Falls Thanksgiving Invitational, Bloomington Kennedy edged out Northern Edge 2-1. After trailing 1-0 from a first-period goal by Northern Edge’s Tyler Pearson, Bloomington Kennedy rallied back in the second period with goals from Nicholas Manning and Blake David to secure the win. Shots on goal for the game were 27 for Northern Edge and 22 for Bloomington Kennedy. The goalies were key performers, with Bloomington Kennedy’s Rohr Brockman making 24 saves on 25 shots and Northern Edge’s Riley Pickell saving 20 out of 22 shots.
Dodge County 11
Red Wing 1
In a dominant display at the Spartan Turkey Tourney, the Dodge County Wildcats roared to an 11-1 victory over Red Wing Wingers. The Wildcats’ offense was on full display with Gryffon Funke leading the scoring charge with a remarkable 5 goals. Dylan Klomps and Brett Ludvigsen were also notable contributors with 2 goals and 2 assists, and 1 goal and 3 assists respectively. For Red Wing, the lone goal came from Landin Ramstad on a power play. Dodge County’s impressive performance was further highlighted by their 37 shots on goal, dwarfing Red Wing’s 19. Red Wing’s Ellis Petersmeyer faced a barrage, making 26 saves, while Dodge County’s Jackson Roethler and Max Lulf combined for 18 saves.
Duluth Marshall 5
East Ridge 2
In a gritty encounter at the Mars Lakeview Arena, Duluth Marshall surged to triumph in the third period to secure a 5-2 victory over East Ridge. The teams were neck-and-neck through two periods, but Duluth Marshall unleashed a powerful offensive display in the third, netting four goals to clinch the win. Scoring for Duluth Marshall were Kyler Black, Bennett Scissons, Pacey Adduono, and Jonas Martinelli, who scored twice. East Ridge’s goals came from Ivan Schmitz and Chase Zuber. Shots on goal totaled 34 for Duluth Marshall and 27 for East Ridge, with goalies JT Drum and Kaenan Smith making 29 and 25 saves respectively.
Waconia 5
Greenway 3
In a riveting comeback, Waconia rallied from a deficit to defeat Greenway with a final score of 5-3. Greenway initially led with goals by Bryce Nielsen and two from Thomas Vekich, one on a power play. Waconia’s Mitchell Nelson sparked their comeback with a goal in the second period. The third period was dominated by Waconia’s Ayden Siddons, who scored four consecutive goals, including a power play goal, with Nelson assisting on all. Waconia went 1 for 5 on power plays, while Greenway was 1 for 2. Shots on goal favored Waconia with 37 against Greenway’s 20, completing a stunning turnaround for the win.
Edina 3
Maple Grove 0
In a defensive battle, Edina defeated Maple Grove 3-0. Edina’s Robbie Hoch opened the scoring in the first period, followed by Bobby Cowan’s goal in the second and Jackson Nevers’ short-handed goal in the third, with John Halverson assisting on two of the goals. Despite Maple Grove’s 36 shots on goal and seven power play opportunities, they couldn’t capitalize against Edina’s stout defense. Edina was also unable to score on their five power plays, but they made their shots count, with only 17 shots on goal to secure the win.
Warroad 6
Delano 3
Warroad triumphed over Delano with a 6-3 win in an energetic game. Warroad’s Carson Pilgrim led the charge with a hat trick, with Taven James contributing a goal and two assists. Ryan Chamernick and Murray Marvin-Cordes each added a goal for Warroad. Delano’s scorers were Bryce Peterson, Jake Heinzen, and Mason Hargarten, with Hargarten also netting a power play goal. Warroad outshot Delano 37 to 19, and both teams capitalized once on their power play opportunities. There were no penalties throughout the game, highlighting the disciplined play from both sides.
Minnetonka 10
Rosemount 3
In a high-scoring affair, defending champs Minnetonka secured a commanding win over Rosemount. The game saw an early power play goal from Rosemount’s Christian Garrity, but Minnetonka quickly responded with goals by Luke and Gavin Garry. Rosemount’s Owen Durigan evened the score, but Minnetonka’s offense, led by Gavin Garry and Javon Moore, proved too strong. Gavin Garry completed a hat-trick, and Javon Moore tallied multiple goals and assists. Rosemount’s Christian Garrity also scored twice, but Minnetonka’s consistent scoring, including a power play goal from Sam Scheetz and an even-strength goal by Joey Moisman, sealed a 10-3 victory.
Champlin Park 9
St. Louis Park 4
Champlin Park dominated St. Louis Park with a 9-4 victory. The game was highlighted by a stellar performance from Champlin Park’s Brent Solomon, who scored six goals, contributing to his team’s strong lead. St. Louis Park attempted a comeback in the second period with goals from Max Rider and Louis Piper, both converting on power plays, and an even-strength goal from Piper. However, Champlin Park maintained their lead with consistent scoring, including a goal by Matthew Lange and a pair in the third period from Austin Anderson and Will Burnevik. Despite St. Louis Park’s two power play goals, Champlin Park’s aggressive offense and 44 shots on goal secured their win.
Irondale 9
Morris Benson Area 0
In a dominant shutout, Irondale swept past Morris/Benson Area with a score of 9-0. Irondale’s scoring was prolific, with Gavin Fagerlee netting a hat trick. Jackson Townsend, Levi Bogee, John Slack, Logan Forrest, Lincoln Urdahl, and Grant Hartin each added to the tally. Irondale was lethal on the power play, converting three out of five chances, while Morris/Benson Area failed to capitalize on their three power play opportunities. The game was marked by Irondale’s balanced attack and solid defense, preventing Morris/Benson Area from any scoring despite their power play chances.
Eastview 8
Blaine 0
Eastview dominated Blaine with a decisive 8-0 victory. Eastview’s offense was on full display with Zach Wooten scoring three goals, while Jordan Brothers, Sam Wooten, Caleb Nelson (who scored twice, including a short-handed goal), Brayden Kaldenbach, and Michael Cherevatsky each found the net. Eastview was effective on the power play, capitalizing once out of four attempts, and stout on the penalty kill, negating all five of Blaine’s power plays. Eastview outshot Blaine 33 to 12, and both teams saw time in the penalty box, with Eastview accumulating 10 penalty minutes and Blaine 8.
Rogers 9
St. Cloud 1
Rogers soared to a dominant 9-1 win over St. Cloud. The game opened with two quick goals for Rogers by Mason Jenson and Jake Vukich. St. Cloud responded with a lone goal in the second period, but Rogers unleashed an offensive barrage in the third with seven goals, including two each from Parker Deschene and Drew Krekelberg, and additional tallies by Mason Jenson, Keaton Weis, and Brock Cheslock. Despite numerous power plays, neither team converted, with St. Cloud going 0 for 6 and Rogers 0 for 7. Rogers outshot St. Cloud significantly, 47 to 11. Penalties were abundant, with St. Cloud serving 14 penalty minutes and Rogers 12.
Proctor 9
Wadena 0
Proctor cruised to a 9-0 win over Wadena-Deer Creek. Tanner Ross led the charge with a hat-trick, scoring twice in the first and adding a short-handed goal in the third. Cooper Johnson and Kellen Towers each contributed two goals, with Johnson scoring a short-handed goal as well. Carson Pavlowich and Austin Bryant each netted a goal to round out the scoring. Proctor dominated the shots on goal, tallying a staggering 73 to Wadena-Deer Creek’s 5. Both teams were unable to capitalize on power plays, with each going 0 for 3. Penalties were relatively even, with Wadena-Deer Creek incurring 6 minutes and Proctor 9 minutes on 3 infractions each.
Monticello 5
Little Falls 4
Monticello edged out Little Falls 5-4 in a game where momentum swung between both teams. Joey Welinski of Little Falls scored a hat-trick, including a power play goal. For Monticello, Roman Thompson netted two goals, with Gunnar Simon contributing a goal and two assists, including a power play score. Micah Sieben and Caleb Biard each added a goal. Monticello converted two of their three power plays, while Little Falls capitalized on one of their four. Monticello notched up 34 shots to Little Falls’ 31. Penalties were frequent, with Little Falls serving 6 minutes and Monticello 8.
Shakopee 4
Holy Angels 1
Shakopee emerged victorious over Academy of Holy Angels with a score of 4-1. Cooper Simpson of Shakopee led the scoring with a hat-trick, including an empty-net goal, with Nate Pederson assisting on two of the goals. Zach Docteur also scored for Shakopee with an assist from Pederson. The lone goal for Academy of Holy Angels came from Cole Cheeseman, assisted by Connor Hanley and Henry Lechner. Shakopee totaled 25 shots on goal, while Academy of Holy Angels had 27. In terms of penalties, Shakopee had 8 minutes on 4 infractions, and Academy of Holy Angels had 2 minutes from a single infraction. Neither team was successful on the power play.
River Falls (WI) 5
Tartan 2
River Falls (Wis.) clinched a 5-2 win against Tartan with a strong offensive showing. Andrew Amundson led the way with a hat trick, scoring two in the first period (one on a power play) and another in the third, with assists from Wyatt Hoepfl, Jaxon Flanagan, and Ben Johnson. Hoepfl also scored in the second period, assisted by Chase Weissinger. For Tartan, Wyle Rutherford and Tate Bertelson each scored, with Bertelson’s coming on a power play, assisted by Jase Buche and Kellen Maher. River Falls dominated with 45 shots to Tartan’s 25. Tartan accumulated 30 penalty minutes across 11 infractions, while River Falls had 18 minutes on 9 infractions.
White Bear Lake 5
Duluth East 4 (OT)
In an overtime nail-biter, White Bear Lake claimed a 4-3 victory over Duluth East. White Bear Lake’s Nolan Roed opened and closed the scoring, netting the first goal of the game and the decisive goal in overtime, with assists from Jack Stanius and Will Distad. Will Distad and Dylan Buetow also scored for White Bear Lake. Duluth East’s goals came from Stratton Maas, Noah Teng, and Thomas Gunderson, who scored on a power play. Shots on goal were close, with White Bear Lake edging out Duluth East 32 to 27. Penalties saw Duluth East with a single infraction, while White Bear Lake had four.
Roseau 9
West Fargo 0
Roseau dominated West Fargo Sheyenne with a resounding 9-0 victory. Noah Urness led the charge with four goals, while Cole Wittrock added two and Gavin Jensen also scored twice. Isaac Baumgartner opened the scoring for Roseau. Assists came from Alex Ballard, who contributed to three goals, Jake Halvorson with three, Jake Kvien with two, and Brennen Johnson with two. Cade Ginther also added an assist. Roseau outshot West Fargo Sheyenne 27 to 16. In terms of penalties, West Fargo Sheyenne accrued 8 minutes on 4 infractions, and Roseau had 6 minutes on 3 infractions. Neither team capitalized on their power plays.
Park Rapids 3
Simley 3
Park Rapids and Simley ended in a 3-3 draw after an intense overtime period. Simley’s scoring was led by Jake Stanton and Matt Milner with a goal each in the second period, and Luke Milner added a third in the final period. Park Rapids’ Parker Vinge scored twice, and Kale Ravnaas contributed a goal. Finn Henry assisted on all three Park Rapids goals. Shots were 39 for Simley and 25 for Park Rapids, and both teams had equal penalty minutes with 6. Power plays yielded no goals with both teams going 0 for 3.
Wayzata 6
Moorhead 1
Wayzata triumphed over Moorhead with a decisive 6-1 win. Wayzata’s Rhys Wallin and Brittan Alstead each had a goal and an assist, with Alstead also contributing on a power play goal. Ben Kearin scored short-handed, while Carson Clark had a goal and two assists. Jack Hartle contributed on both a power play goal and an even-strength goal, with Jake Mattson also scoring and assisting. Moorhead’s sole goal came from Carson Kuntz, assisted by Carter Midthune. Wayzata dominated shots on goal at 41 to Moorhead’s 13. Both teams incurred 6 penalty minutes across 3 infractions.
Ely 6
KCC 2
Ely skated to a commanding 6-2 victory over Kittson County Central. Ely’s Deegan Richards had a standout performance with two goals and three assists, while Drew Marolt contributed a hat trick, including a power play goal. Garrett Rohr opened the scoring and added an assist. For Kittson County Central, power play goals came from Wyatt Samuelson and Morgan Muir, with assists by Isaac Gustafson and Gavin Johnson. Ely was efficient on the power play, scoring on their only opportunity, and outshot Kittson County Central with 54 shots to 20. Penalties were frequent, with Ely incurring 12 minutes on 6 infractions and Kittson County Central 6 minutes on 3 infractions.
Pine City 5
Marshall 1
Pine City Area emerged with a solid 5-1 win over Marshall. Brady Berglund netted a power play goal, and Blake Painovich added two even-strength goals, with assists from Logan Kirby, Cody Klein, and Cody Nolan. Gavin Broz and McCall Leger each scored as well, with Berglund assisting on Broz’s goal. Marshall’s sole goal came from Carson Kopitski, assisted by Luke Ehlers and Gavin Welsh. Pine City Area outshot Marshall 33 to 21. Both teams faced numerous penalties, each accumulating 16 minutes on 8 infractions, but Pine City Area capitalized on one of their four power plays, while Marshall did not convert any of their five opportunities.
East Grand Forks 5
Gentry Academy 2
East Grand Forks secured a commanding 5-2 victory over Gentry Academy. Landon Jamieson led the scoring for East Grand Forks with a hat trick, and Brock Schultz contributed with three assists. Braden Overgaard and Grady Magner also scored for East Grand Forks. Gentry Academy’s goals came from Quinn O’Connor and Easton Rooney, both short-handed. Despite several power plays, neither team scored with the man advantage. East Grand Forks outshot Gentry Academy 33 to 15, and both teams had equal penalty minutes with 10 each on 5 infractions.
Eagan 2
Woodbury 1
Eagan edged out Woodbury with a 2-1 win. Eagan’s goals came from Grayson Robbins, assisted by Hudson Kerr and Brylee Koenck-Proeung, and AJ Clark with assists from Charlie Forrester and Eddie Moore. Woodbury’s sole goal was a power play effort by Max Belak with assists from Jakub Slavik and Brock Alberts. Despite multiple power play opportunities, Eagan did not convert on their six chances, while Woodbury capitalized on one of their four. The game was relatively close in shots on goal, with Woodbury leading 29 to Eagan’s 24. Penalties were frequent, with Eagan serving 8 minutes and Woodbury 12 minutes.
Northfield 5
Providence Academy 4
Northfield mounted an impressive comeback to snatch a 5-4 victory from Providence Academy. Despite Providence Academy’s strong start with goals from Louis Wehmann and Sammy Lewis, Northfield’s resilience shone through with power play contributions from Kam Kaiser and Griffin Kennelly. Oliver Benjamin and Jake Geiger also scored for Northfield, with Geiger adding an assist. Providence Academy’s Wehmann netted another, and Gavin Sattler scored, but it wasn’t enough to stave off Northfield’s three unanswered goals, sealing the come-from-behind win.
