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HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL COLLEGE FOOTBALL No-go for Penn Gee, that was fast State assistant It was a quick win for Stewartville McQueary will sit By Donny Henn out Saturday game [email protected] Associated Press ST. PAUL — John Dzubay insists that there is no such STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Penn State thing as an easy match at the assistant coach Mike McQueary will miss state tourrnament, and the Saturday’s game against Nebraska after Stewartville coach should the school said he received “multiple know after sitting through 60 threats.” of them in his long career. McQueary testified in But there is such a thing as a grand jury investiga- a quick win, and Stewartville tion that eventually led to achieved that in the first child sex-abuse charges round of the Class AA state being filed against former tournament. defensive coordina- Third-seeded Stewart- tor Jerry Sandusky. The ville played the role of the ensuing scandal brought favorite almost to perfec- down longtime coach Joe tion in a 3-0 win over Maple Paterno, who was fired by the university on Wednes- Lake that lasted just over an McQueary hour Thursday night at Xcel day amid growing criticism Energy Center. that he should have done more to stop the alleged abuse. “I thought we played really well, probably the best we’ve McQueary, who testified that he saw played in a while,” said Sandusky sodomizing a boy in the shower, Dzubay, whose 25-6 Tigers encountered similar scrutiny. The universi- will meet No. 2 seed Jordan ty’s athletic department released a one-line (21-10) in a state semifinal statement Thursday night saying it would be match at 7 tonight at Xcel “in the best interest of all” if the receivers Energy Center. coach didn’t attend the season’s final home game at Beaver Stadium. Stewartville gained control early in the first two games Earlier Thursday, coach Tom Bradley, against Maple Lake, surging named by the school to replace Paterno on to leads of 14-6 in both sets. an interim basis, said it was up to university The third game was closer administrators to decide if McQueary should with the Tigers gaining their coach. Bradley also said he was not part of first lead at 12-11. Stewart- any discussion about potentially dismissing ville reeled off four straight Jerry Olson / [email protected] McQueary. points to go ahead 18-14 and Liz Waugh and her Stewartville teammates displayed a tough defense Thursday night at the Xcel En- According to the grand jury report, Maple Lake got no closer ergy Center where the Tigers rolled to a 3-0 win over Maple Lake in a Class AA state quarterfinal. McQueary told Paterno what he saw than three after that. Sandusky doing the next day, and Paterno It’s the first state tourna- then reported the information to athletic ment appearance for Maple record in all three rounds at emotionally spent after it director Tim Curley. Lake, and the 21st for Stew- state, but the second round battled back from a 2-0 defi- At a glance McQueary was also called to a separate artville which finished third has been their toughest; The cit in games and came back meeting with Curley and university vice a year ago. Tigers are 11-9 on the second to beat Sauk Centre in five. What happened: Stewartville won its president Gary Schultz. Schultz, in turn, noti- Stewartville continued its day of the tournament, Page D3: Tournament Class AA state quarterfinal Thursday fied university president Graham Spanier. tradition of success in the including a 7-8 mark in state roundup, photos night, defeating Maple Lake 3-0. Curley and Schultz — as well as Paterno semifinal matches. — testified they were told that Sandusky first round at state, winning What’s next: Stewartville (25-6) meets its opener for the 16th time With any luck Stewart- behaved inappropriately in that 2002 inci- Jordan (12-10) in a semifinal at in 21 appearances. ville’s semifinal opponent PostBulletin.com dent, but not to the extent of McQueary’s Stewartville has a winning Jordan will be physically and tournament updates 7 p.m. today at the Xcel Energy Center. graphic account to the grand jury. Sandusky was arrested and charged last Saturday. His lawyer maintains his client is innocent. Paterno has not been implicated, and HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS HOCKEY PREVIEW prosecutors have said he is not a target of the investigation. Curley and Schultz were each charged with perjury and failing to report the 2002 incident to authorities. Curley and Schultz, through their attor- Hard work reaps its own reward neys, have denied wrongdoing. But Paterno, Curley, Schultz and Span- ier — who was fired along with Paterno obviously,” Phillips said. “She was an all-confer- on Wednesday — have all faced mounting Mayo senior has developed ence player last season and finished in the top public criticism for failing to call police and 15 in stats in the state. She has the potential to prevent further suspected cases. into one of state’s best goalies be a standout this year. We have talked about So, too, has McQueary, who has not spoken this season and she’s committed to doing what it publicly. His mother, Anne, said Thursday By Ben Pherson takes to get to the next level, so I’m excited to see they have been advised not to comment. what she does.” [email protected] (507) 285-7732 Schultz has retired, while Curley is on Hard work has been the single greatest contrib- Success this season won’t come easily, though. paid administrative leave. The school uting factor to Rochester Mayo senior goalie The Spartans return a great deal of talent off of is considering the futures of Curley and Rebecca Graham’s steady progression and on-ice last year’s .500 team, but the section is very top McQueary. success last season. heavy with a loaded Lakeville North team stand- ing in the way of a section crown. “The university — and you’ll have to ask But another thing also has played a major role the university — still has still has some in Graham developing into one of Minnesota’s Still, Phillips believes the Spartans have a deliberations to make in that respect,” top goalies. chance when Graham is on the ice. Gov. Tom Corbett, a member of the school’s Meditation. “Lakeville North is a clear favorite,” Phillips Board of Trustees, said after a trustees said. “Rebecca will be the key to beating them meeting earlier Thursday. “I have to see Before every game, Graham meditates. And that if we’re given the chance. She can do it as I’ve Michele Jokinen / [email protected] that the university addresses this in the added focus helps Graham calm her nerves every seen her shut down talented teams and get us After a rocky start as a freshman, proper way.” time she skates into the crease. wins despite being outshot 2-1 several times in Mayo senior Rebecca Graham has A Penn State graduate and State College “It definitely helps with the visualization and the past.” become one of the best goalies native, McQueary also played for Paterno. focus,” Graham said. “There are still nerves While she’s focused on her final season of high in the state. He was the starting quarterback of the 1997 for every game, just because of the fear of the school hockey, Graham said she would love to team that finished 9-3. McQueary joined the unknown. But you just have to come otu, put play college hockey next year. The Mayo coaching staff as a graduate assistant in 2000 — the on a good smile and be optimistic. ... The focus staff believes she has the skill and numbers — she season after Sandusky retired — and moved and vision are nice and they help, but you still is the school’s all-time leader in saves and save The Graham file on to become receivers coach and recruiting won’t get that success without putting in the hard percentage, and finished with a .930 saves percent- coordinator in 2004. work.” Name: Rebecca Graham. age and a 1.78 goals-against average last season — McQueary relays the offensive play calls Graham has put in the work, and now she’s to play at the highest level. And Graham has some from the press box on the field. Graduate seeing the rewards. School: Rochester Mayo. lofty goals about where she’d like to play. assistant coach Terrell Golden is expected She was thrown into the Mayo lineup as a fresh- “I would love to play college hockey, but I’m a Position: Goalie. to assume McQueary’s sideline duties man, seeing ice time in a program that had estab- little behind on the recruiting stuff with getting my Season: Senior. against Nebraska. lished itself as a powerhouse in the southern part name out there,” she said. “Division I or Division of the state. III, it doesn’t really matter, I just want to play. If By the numbers: Finished with a 1.78 There were some rough patches for Graham I had my choice, I’d love to play for the Gophers. goals-against average and a .930 saves At a glance early on. But she stuck with it. That’s the ultimate. It’s a long shot, but statisti- percentage in 2010-11. Graham is the Mayo Coach Jeff Phillips said he’s watched Graham cally, the coaches say I’m right there. So yeah, What: Nebraska (7-2) at Penn State (8-1). that would be amazing. But I just want to keep all-time leader in career saves percentage blossom from that frightened, wide-eyed freshman When: 11 a.m. Saturday. into one of the state’s best. playing; I love it.” (.919) and career saves (1,574). She has a “Rebecca will be key to our success this season, Page D6: Season previews career goals-against average of 2.19. TV: ESPN.

INSIDE TODAY LOOK AHEAD | Sports Only at PostBulletin.com SATURDAY The first state hockey polls of the season are out with the Lourdes What are “ghost owls?’’ The boys and Red Wing girls rated, Nature Nut explains in his weekly according to Jason Feldman, writing column. in the Faceoff Blog. MONDAY W There are slide shows It’s a busy weekend for high school sports; we’ll available from both the Section have the tournament results from the state foot- One, Class AA swimming and diving ball playoffs and the state volleyball meet along with quarterfinal action tournament along with all the highlights from of Stewartville in the Class AA state the girls section swimming and diving meet. volleyball tournament.

P-E-M takes on No. 1 St. Croix Take our Backtalk poll about Sports Editor Craig Swalboski / [email protected] Lutheran in state quarterfinal. D4 Joe Paterno — did he wait too long ••••••••Page edited by Paul Christian to retire? D6 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2011 POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com

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A 72-game season At a glance would start What happened: The league presented the Dec. 15 if players players’ association with the new offer last night accept latest offer after nearly 11 hours of bargaining, hoping it By Mike Bresnahan and would be enough to end Broderick Turner the lockout. But union McClatchy News Services president Derek Fisher said LOS ANGELES — It’s it doesn’t address all the getting redundant to write, necessary system issues but NBA labor negotiations stopped again without a new that are important to the deal in place. players. The lockout lurched What’s next: Union through its 134th day Thurs- executive director Billy day after an 11-hour bargain- Hunter said the hope was ing session in New York failed to bear a new collec- to get the player reps to tive bargaining agreement New York for a meeting between NBA owners and by Monday or Tuesday, the players’ union. then discuss whether the P-B file photo by Owners made a slightly new proposal was good Scott Jacobson / sjacobson@ revised offer, but union 2011-12 Season preview | Girls hockey postbulletin.com enough to present to the executives looked less than MAYO enna Bridges, Abby Cunningham, Allysa impact: Riley Dison, Marissa Lecy and JM/Lourdes’ Samantha impressed. full membership for a Dahl, Maddie Eischen, Anna Grinde, Brooklyn Birdseye. Macken chips a puck be- vote. Head coach: Jeff Phillips, fifth sea- Hanna Kautto, Rebecca Lorsung, Mar- Team weaknesses: Learning new “It’s not the greatest kayle Schears, Shelby Gosse-Gram, Tori hind Century goalie Abby proposal in the world but I son. system and playing a tough early season Cunningham for a goal in Assistants: Amy Fordham, Mitch An- Gosse-Gram, Anna Pundt and Elisabeth schedule. Lacks big-time play-makers. have an obligation to at least changes as in their self-inter- derson, Allie Harwood and Jeff Bolin. Soderlind. Team strengths: Overall balance, en- a game last January. present it to our member- est. It’s a reduction in the Last year’s record: 12-12-2. Newcomers expected to make an ergy, enthusiasm, defensive depth. ship,” union executive direc- current system and I know Last year’s playoff result: Lost to impact: Ashley Adams, Shantell Loos and Where they fit into the conference/ 5 shuts, 17 wins). tor Billy Hunter said while for any union and for any Lakeville North in Section 1AA quarter- Kaitlyn Maidl. section races: Upper half of conference; Other returning letter-winners: Total flanked by a handful of group of employees, that’s finals. Team weaknesses: Size and Lakeville teams expected to be favorites of 23 returning letter-winners. somber players. something difficult to take.” Who’s gone from last year’s team: strength. in section, hopes to be competitive with Newcomers expected to make an No further negotiations Silver said it was important Kelli Anderson, Katie Trangsrud and Team strengths: Overall team speed, all section teams by February. impact: Lydia Wagner (played with Min- were planned between the to provide better competitive Courtney Schubauer. depth at all posi- Coach Montrose’s thoughts: “(We) nesota Thoroughbreds last season), Bella parties. Player representa- balance among large-market tions. Top returners: Senior forward Mack- return 19 players and are capable of Wagner and Brienna Ingwald. tives from all 30 NBA teams and small-market teams. enzie McCormack, senior defenseman Where they playing competitive hockey. We will look Team weaknesses: Tough schedule, fit into the con- will meet Monday or Tues- “We believe we will be Makenzie Kazeck (all-conference pick), at our efforts early on as our measuring youth. day to mull the latest offer, senior goalie Rebecca Graham (all-confer- ference/section stick and try to continue to learn from proven right over time, that Team strengths: Young but expe- Hunter said. If they didn’t this new model, if the players ence pick), senior forward Gabby Laures, races: Middle of game to game. Once we get the team rienced, return top 5 scorers from last junior defenseman Tessa Rud, senior for- the pack in both approach and combine that with a lot agree to the deal after that were to agree to it, will create season, one of state’s top goalies, num- meeting, NBA Commissioner ward Sam Carlson and junior defenseman the Big Nine Con- of determination, we should be a pretty bers. a better league,” Silver said. Steph Stettler. ference and Sec- well-balanced team that will be capable David Stern said the offer “It will create one where fans tion 1AA. Where they fit into the conference/ Other returning letter-winners: Meg of playing with most teams. section races: Play an independent sched- would worsen. in more markets will be able Coach Maidl’s Trangsrud, Kali Aldrich, Ashley Weber, “We don’t have the high-end players, ule; hoping to compete with top teams in “We await the response to hope that their teams can thoughts: “We Emily Nelson and Jamie Clay. but we do have a mix of some very skilled Section 1AA for a section title. from the union,” Stern said. compete (for a title).” Faunce are relatively small Newcomers expected to make an girls who can step up and lead the way. Coach Gunderson’s thoughts: “The “We’ve done our best.” A majority of owners want in stature and need We are able to play our entire roster and impact: Sophomore defenseman Emilie Dodge County Wildcats are coming off a Stern still envisioned a to create a “repeater tax” Smolders. to develop more strength. ... Last year use depth as a strength. We have a few was a big step up for us and the girls 17-6-3 season in which they return their 72-game season starting Dec. for free-spending teams that Team weaknesses: Discipline in their girls who we will look to lead the way have really worked hard over the sum- top five scorers from last season (and 23 exceed the luxury tax three own end, overall defensive play. scoring and we have a good crop of 15, though the union would mer on their letter-winners) and will be anchored in times in a five-year period, Team strengths: Goaltending, top-end defensemen who will be able to contain have to accept the revised skills. We are young with four seniors the nets by a solid three-year starter in skill players, defensive depth. the opposition. proposal next week. Under but players think it would and four juniors out of 24 on the roster, Anna Hunter. This season the Wildcats curb spending on contracts. Where they fit into the conference/ “Our goaltend- will have a much tougher schedule with the new schedule, the playoffs but now have depth at every position. ing could be one of would start a week later than The mid-level exception section races: Definitely a Big Nine title The girls have stepped up the competitive- new teams such as Blake, Totino-Grace, contender. Hoping to knock off Lakeville the best in the Big Hopkins, Mound-Westonka, to go along usual and the Finals would is still a sticky issue, with ness in practice as they realize that hard Nine Conference also begin a week later. North, which is the favorite in Section work in practice, team play and effort with an already tough schedule of Big owners wanting only three- 1AA. with Erin Meyers, Nine Conference teams. The Wildcats The parties all but agreed year deals for about $10 will lead to more ice time. So far I have Brittany Arthur and Coach Phillips’ thoughts: “We have been pleasantly surprised by the overall will get a test in this year’s Christmas to the all-important 50-50 split million, well below the five- some key players this season that I think Mia Bruesewitz all Holiday Tournament as they will be in this of basketball revenue that year, $29-million contracts attitude of this team. Practice has been capable of playing can have a big impact on our sucess. very exciting and fast paced. The girls season’s top division of the Schwan Cup that could be signed last great in goal. They includes ticket sales and TV Steph Stettler is emerging as a quality are truly excited and ready to play and in Blaine. A strength and weakness will be will compete for deals, but the new owners’ season by middle-of-the-road defensemen that can score goals as well. hopefully that new attitude will lead to in numbers, as Dodge County will have the chance to play proposal reflects limited free agents. The junior pairing of Ashley Weber and more succes this season.” 26 players on the roster, of which 14 will Emily Nelson at forward I am expecting Meyers all winter long. ... be in ninth grade or younger.” progress on key peripheral In a surprising estimate, to have a breakout season this year. We ROSTER The girls made it a issues such as luxury taxes Hunter said there were an goal to dedicate themselves to the pro- ROSTER and the mid-level exception of course will be led by our biggest se- Seniors — Stephanie Bon, Allysa Dahl, additional “30 or 40 issues” gram all summer long and those efforts Emily Mundy, Emmylou for free agents. nior class ever. We have nine really great Jessica Faunce and Hannah Kautto. Ju- Seniors — he considered important, are paying off now. They have a very posi- Hermanson, Kortney Kleber and Madison seniors that are committed to the team. niors — Rebecca Lorsung, Anne Pundt, Even the owners’ side including the age an amateur tive outlook on the season and bring that Kayla Fjelsted, Nina Arteaga are team Markayle Schears and Elisabeth Soder- Tibben. Juniors — Anna Hunter, Emily recognized the players’ player could enter the NBA excitement to practice every day..” Rohlik and Lydia Wagner. contributors. Makinzee Kazeck will lead lind. Sophomores — Katherine Aney, Sophomores distaste. draft and discipline penal- our defensive corps in her fourth season. — Darby Dodds, Emily Gunderson, Eryn Grace Becker, Madeline Eischen, Shelby ROSTER “They told us they were ties for players. Rebecca Graham and Jamie Clay are Gosse-Gram, Anna Grinde, Shantel Loos Larsen, Kylie Borgstrom and Samantha our senior goalies and are experienced Seniors — Hannah Nelson, Andrea McElmury. Brede Postier, disappointed in the (nego- The next move for the play- and Kaitlyn Maidl. Freshmen — Ashley Freshmen — and talented. Mackenzie McCormack, Dripps, Julie Thelen, Nicole Nelson and tiating) room,” NBA deputy ers’ union could be decerti- Adams, MaKenzie Birkestrand, McKenna Brianna Knutson, Brieanna Westrom, Gabby Laures, Sam Carlson and Olivia Laura Fisher. Juniors — Brittany Arthur, commissioner Adam Silver fication or the faster-moving Bridges, Abby Cunningham and Amber Dana Rasmussen, Madison Edgar, Mak- Mewhorter are the heart of our offense Kelly Bier, Blair Lebeck, Sam Macken, enna Borgstrom, Morgan Michaletz and said. “They do not see these “disclaimer of interest.” Paske. Eighth-graders — Jessica Aney, and are a nice combination of skills and Jiana Chezick, Savannah Seeger, Sydney Leah Batterson and Victoria Gosse-Gram. Sarah Underwood. Eighth-graders hustle that should really produce for us Dison, Shelby Greer and Erin Meyers. Bella Wagner, Brainna Ingwald, Hol- Seventh-grader — Kiona Paske. — this season.” Sophomores — Laura Meillier, Riley lywood Hermanson, Katie Robinson, GIRLS HOCKEY SCHEDULE Dison, Marisa Lecy, Lisa Bjork and Mia Magdalyn Wick and Molly Shelton. GIRLS HOCKEY ROSTER Bruesewitz. Freshmen — Kate Valentine Jamie Clay, Gabby Laures, Allie Durigan, (Home games at Rochester Recreation Center and Tori Thompson. Seventh-grader — JM/Lourdes unless indicated.) RED WING DODGE COUNTY SCHEDULE Beth Gibson, Emily Hindal, Alexa Robert- Brooklyn Birdseye. Nov. 15 — at Waseca, 7 p.m. (Home games at Four Seasons Arena.) son, Hannah Poppen, Olivia Mewhorter, Head coach: Scott Haley, sixth sea- Nov. 18 — at New Richmond (Wis.), 7 p.m. Nov. 17 — at Roch. JM/Lourdes, 5:30 Kristin Yaggy, Olivia Kemp, Sam Carlson, SCHEDULE son. loses in its Nov. 22 — at Austin, 7:30 p.m. p.m. (Home games at Rochester Recreation Center Sara Brakke, Tessa Rud, Emilie Smolders, Assistants: Mike Doyle, Dan Anderson Nov. 19 — FARIBAULT, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1 — ALBERT LEA, 7:30 p.m. at Graham unless indicated.) Steph Stettler, Kayla Fjelstead, Ashley Arena. and Tony Casci. Nov. 22 — FAIRMONT, 7 p.m. season debut Weber, Mackenzie McCormack, Emily Nov. 10 — at Farmington, 7:15 p.m. Dec. 6 — MANKATO EAST/LOYOLA, 7:30 Last year’s record: 16-13-1. Nov. 26 — TOTINO-GRACE, 3 p.m. Nelson, Makinzee Kazeck, Meghan Trang- Nov. 12 — WINONA, 1 p.m. p.m. Last year’s playoff result: Class A Dec. 2 — BLAKE, 7:30 p.m. Post-Bulletin staff srud, Nina Arteaga, Kali Aldrich, Rachel Nov. 15 — FARIBAULT, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 10 — MANKATO WEST, 3 p.m. state consolation champions. Dec. 9 — at Hopkins, 7:30 p.m. FARMINGTON — The Schmitz and Rebecca Graham. Nov. 17 — DODGE COUNTY, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 15 — at Faribault, 7:30 p.m. Who’s gone from last year’s team: Dec. 10 — NEW ULM, 7 p.m. John Marshall/Lourdes Dec. 17 — at Owatonna, 7 p.m. Dec. 1 — OWATONNA, 5:30 p.m. at Graham Annie Gorman, Quinn McGough and SCHEDULE Arena. Dec. 13 — at Roch. Mayo, 7:30 p.m. girls hockey team opened its Dec. 20 — WASECA, 7 p.m. Taylor Burke. Dec. 3 — at Austin, 1 p.m. Dec. 15 — at Winona, 7:30 p.m. season on Thursday with a (Home games at Graham Arena.) Jan. 5 — at JM/Lourdes, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 6 — MAYO, 5:30 p.m. Top returners: Defenseman Paige Dec. 16 — at St. Paul United, 7:30 p.m. 2-1 setback to Farmington. Nov. 17 — at Farmington, 7:15 p.m. Jan. 7 — AUSTIN, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 8 — ALBERT LEA, 5:30 p.m. at Graham Haley (all-conference, all-state honor- Dec. 17 — at Minneapolis Novas, 3 p.m. Nov. 22 — MANKATO WEST, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 10 — at Dodge County, 7 p.m. “It was kind of what we Arena. able mention), forward Nicole Schammel Dec. 20 — at Northfield, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 25 — at Grand Rapids/Greenway, 7:30 Jan. 12 — at Albert Lea, 7:30 p.m. expected,” Rockets coach p.m. Dec. 15 — at Mankato East/Loyola, 7:30 (all-conference), goalie Lisa Nibbe (all- Jan. 14 — MAYO, 1 p.m. Dec. 28 — at Schwann Cup, vs. Eveleth- Bob Montrose said. “It Nov. 26 — at Hibbing/Chisholm, 11:30 a.m. p.m. conference), defenseman Elle Anderson Gilbert, 6:30 p.m. Jan. 17 — at Mankato West, 7:30 p.m. was our first game and we Dec. 1 — at Faribault, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17 — MANKATO WEST, 1 p.m. (all-conference), forward Reagan Haley, Jan. 19 — at Mankato East/Loyola, noon. Dec. 29 — at Schwann Cup, vs. TBD, Dec. 3 — BRECK, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20 — at Faribault, 7:30 p.m. forward Cori Fairbanks and forward Emily TBD. were trying to do some new Jan. 21 — JM/LOURDES, noon (outdoors at Dec. 22 — BLAKE, 5:30 p.m. Stegora. things.” Dec. 6 — at JM/Lourdes, 5:30 p.m. Olmsted County Fairgrounds). Dec. 30 — at Schwann Cup, vs. TBD, Dec. 28, 29, 30 — HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT, Dec. 8 — at Winona, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26 — FARIBAULT, 5:30 p.m. Other returning letter-winners: Hai- TBD. All the TBD. Dec. 13 — DODGE COUNTY, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28 — OWATONNA, 5:30 p.m. lee Johnson, Maddie Flack, Kayla Oberd- Jan 3 — AUSTIN, 7:30 p.m. scoring Dec. 15 — AUSTIN, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 3 — at St. Croix Valley (Wis.) Fusion, ing, Katelyn Hadler and Sarah Gorman. Jan. 5 — at Woodbury, 7:30 p.m. took place Jan. 31 — DODGE COUNTY, 7:30 p.m. at 7 p.m. Dec. 20 — OWATONNA, 7:30 p.m. Graham Arena. Newcomers expected to make an Jan. 10 — ROCH. CENTURY, 7 p.m. in the first Dec. 22 — at Albert Lea, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 5 — CENTURY, 5:30 p.m. at Graham Feb. 2 — at Winona, 7:30 p.m. Arena. impact: Cattie Turcotte and Maddie Jan. 13 — LSHSP, 7 p.m. period. Dec. 28 — at Schwan Cup, vs. Benilde-St. Hardyman. Jan. 17 — ST. PAUL BLADES, 7 p.m. Margaret’s, 2:30 p.m. Jan. 7 — at Winona, 1 p.m. Kelly Bier Team weaknesses: Depth at goaltend- Jan. 21 — OWATONNA, 3 p.m. Dec. 29, 30 — at Schwan Cup, vs. TBD, JM/LOURDES Jan. 12 — at Owatonna, 7 p.m. opening ing and along the blue line. Jan. 24 — at Waseca, 7 p.m. TBD Head coach: Bob Montrose, first sea- Jan. 14 — AUSTIN, 3 p.m. the scor- Jan. 28 — at Mound-Westonka, 2 p.m. Jan. 3 — at Mankato West, 7:30 p.m. son. Jan. 19 — at Albert Lea, 7:30 p.m. Team strengths: Very experienced and ing on the Jan. 21 — at Century, noon (outdoors at dedicated players, majority of team has Jan. 31 — at Roch. Century, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 5 — MANKATO EAST/LOYOLA, 7:30 Assistants: Scott Crowley, Allison Leaf power play p.m. Olmsted County Fairgrounds). played in in multiple state tournaments Feb. 3 — at LSHSP, 7:30 p.m. and Todd Lecy. for JM/L Jan. 10 — FARIBAULT, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26 — at Mayo, 5:30 p.m. and made deep playoff runs. Bier Last year’s record: 12-9-1. 4 : 3 1 i n t o Jan. 14 — at Century, 1 p.m. Jan. 28 — at Mankato West, noon. Where they fit into the conference/ RED WING SCHEDULE Last year’s playoff result: Lost to the game. Jan. 19 — WINONA, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 — MANKATO EAST/LOYOLA, 5:30 section races: Should contend for the (Home games at Prairie Island Arena.) Owatonna in Section 1AA semifinals. p.m. Shelby Greer and Blair Jan. 21 — at Mound-Westonka, 3 p.m. Missota Conference title with Shakopee Nov. 15 — at South St. Paul, 7:30 p.m. Who’s gone from last year’s team: LeBeck collected asssists. Jan. 26 — JM/LOURDES, 5:30 p.m. and Chaska/Chanhassen; expectations are Nov. 17 — at Hastings, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28 — ALBERT LEA, 7:30 p.m. Marisa Bruesewitz, Sydney Valentine, Haley Doll scored unas- DODGE COUNTY high and team should be among the best Nov. 22 — SHAKOPEE, 7 p.m. Feb. 2 — at Owatonna, 7 p.m. Sarah Armstron, Katie Armstron and in the section again. Nov. 25 — TOTINO-GRACE, 7 p.m. sisted less than three Feb. 4 — at Mankato East/Loyola, 4 p.m. Megan Dekutoski. Head coach: Jeremy Gunderson, sixth minutes later to tie the season. Coach Haley’s thoughts: “Overall, this Nov. 29 — MOUND-WESTONKA, 7 p.m. Top returners: Junior forward Sam could be the most talented team we’ve game for Farmington. CENTURY Macken (18 G, 6 A), junior forward Sa- Assistants: Ryan Christensen and Joe Dec. 3 — ALBERT LEA, 1 p.m. Wieners. ever had to begin a season at Red Wing. Dec. 6 — at Holy Angels, 7:30 p.m. Chole Batta then scored vannah Seeger (6 G, 5 A), senior forward Our schedule is loaded with top teams. Head coach: Dan Maidl, sixth season. Nicole Nelson (3 G, 6 A), sophomore for- Last year’s record: 17-6-3. Dec. 8 — FARMINGTON, 7 p.m. on the power play, from We’re hoping a tough regular-season Dec. 10 — at St. Croix (Wis.) Fusion, 7:30 Grace Gavin, at 9:18 for what Assistants: Tom Aney, Jessica Kiner. ward Laura Meillier (4 G, 5 A), freshman Last year’s playoff result: Eliminated schedule will help prepare the girls for Last year’s record: 5-20-0. forward Kate Valentine (3 G, 5 A), fresh- by Farmington in Section 1AA quarter- p.m. proved to be the winning another strong playoff push.” Dec. 15 — at Northfield, 7:30 p.m. Last year’s playoff result: Lost to man defenseman Tori Thompson (4 G, 2 finals. goal. Winona in Section 1AA play-in game. A), junior defenseman Kelly Bier (2 G, 3 Who’s gone from last year’s team: ROSTER Dec. 22 — MINNEAPOLIS NOVAS, 7 p.m. JM/L goalie Erin Meyers Jan. 3 at Chaska/Chanhassen, 7 p.m. Who’s gone from last year’s team: A), senior defenseman Hannah Nelson (2 Lost four players off last year’s roster. Seniors — Cori Fairbanks, Elle Ander- finished with 24 saves. The Jan. 5 — NEW PRAGUE, 7 p.m. Allie Schulte, Rachel Wohlford, Ali Sahs, G, 2 A), junior goalie Erin Meyers (5-4-2, Top returners: Forward Dana Rasmus- son and Lisa Nibbe. Juniors — Madeline Rockets had 28 shots on Jan. 10 — at Shakopee, 7 p.m. Miranda Towey and Megan Haas. 1.94 GAA, .911 SVP), junior goalie Brit- sen (33 G, 18 A), forward Darby Dodds Flack and Paige Haley. Sophomores goal. Jan. 17 — HOLY ANGELS, 3 p.m. Top returners: Jessie Aney (all-confer- tany Arthur (2-0-0, 2.15 GAA, .907 SVP) (23 G, 25 A), forward Kortney Kleber — Emily Stegora, Hailee Johnson and “They were a tough team and sophomore goalie Mia Bruesewitz Nicole Schammel. Freshmen — Sarah Jan. 20 — at Farmington, 7:15 p.m. ence forward, Sports Illustrated Sports Kid (20 G, 21 A), forward Emily Rohlik (2 G, last year and will be a tough of the Year), Katie Aney (all-conference (6-5-0, 2.77 GAA, .875 SVP). 6 A), defenseman Emily Gunderson (15 Gorman, Kayla Oberding, Reagan Haley Jan. 26 — NORTHFIELD, 7:30 p.m. and Katelyn Hadler. Eighth-graders — Jan. 28 — at Blake, 3 p.m. team this year, so it was a forward), Jessica Faunce (all-conference Other returning letter-winners: An- G, 20 A), defenseman Katie Robinson (1 good night,” Montrose said. defenseman) and defenseman Grace drea Dripps, Blair Lebeck, Julie Thelen, G, 7 A), defenseman Madison Tibben Caitie Turcotte Carley Marty and Maddy Jan. 31 — CHASKA/CHANHASSEN, 7 Becker. Jiana Chezick, Sydney Dison, Laura Fisher, (1 G), defenseman Emily Mundy (3 G, Hardyman. Seventh-graders — Anna p.m. The Rockets host Winona Other returning letter-winners: Leah Shelby Greer and Lisa Bjork. 3 A), senior Emmylou Hermanson and Vagasky. Feb. 2 — at New Prague, 7:15 p.m. on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Batterson, MaKenzie•••••••• Brkestrand, McK- Newcomers expected to make an goalie Anna Hunter (1.8 GAA, .940 SVP, — Ben Pherson Feb. 7 — SIMLEY, 7 p.m. Rec Center. D8 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011 POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com

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SECTION ONE, CLASS AA GIRLS SWIMMING & DIVING FINALS GIRLS HOCKEY Winona Spartans’ program has bounced back rallies past Mayo qualifies for state JM/Lourdes in eight of 12 events Post-Bulletin staff Rochester John Marshall/ By Guy N. Limbeck Lourdes got off to a strong [email protected] start, but Winona had a (507) 285-7724 strong finish at the Roch- Mayo had suffered a couple of down ester Recreation Center on years in girls swimming and diving, Saturday. but a flux of new talent has the Spar- The Winhawks scored five tans near the top of the section. times in the third period to Two years ago Mayo was last at the rally from a three-goal defi- Section One, Class AA swimming and cit and defeat JM/L, 6-4, in diving meet. But on Saturday the Spar- a Big Nine Conference girls tans were just one more strong swim hockey game. away from a section title. Winona’s big third period John Marshall won its fourth straight included a late empty-net section title at the Rec Center, but the goal. The Winhawks scored Rockets just slipped past Mayo 381-374. twice on the power play, The outcome wasn’t decided until the while JM/L had one goal on final event. the power play. “We wanted to win it, but second “I think today we came out place was great for us,” Mayo fresh- hard for the first period, but man Kallyn Barkey said. “It was a couldn’t keep that intensity good improvement.” up for the last two periods,” Photos by Scott Jacobson / [email protected] JM/L coach Bob Montrose Ignited by some strong young swim- said. “We addressed effort mers and a few veterans, Mayo earned Kallyn Barkey of Mayo powers through the water during the 200 freestyle finals at Saturday’s Section 1AA and excitement during each state berths in eight of the 12 events. championships. Barkey won both the 200 and 500, with a section meet record time in the 500. period break. Our game will Barkey won both the 200 freestyle and come.” the 500 freestyle. In the 500 she had a meet-record time of 5:05.79. and Baratz, to place second in the 200 Mia Bruesewitz held freestyle and earn a state berth. JM/L (0-2-0 overall, 0-1-0 Big “It’s exciting.” Barkey said. “I’ve At a glance Mayo also had a 1-2 finish in the 200 Nine) in the game, making been looking forward to this for awhile What happened: At Saturday’s section finals, John Marshall was 33 saves. Nicole Nelson also and it was a goal for me to do well.” freestyle as Barkey won followed by team champion and is earned nine entries into the state meet while Campeau, a freshman. had a strong game for the The Spartans got off to a strong start Mayo is sending 10 and Century one. Aside from her two relay state Rockets, scoring two goals in the meet. Barkey, Alex Miller, Olivia and adding an assist. Cook and Michelle Campeau teamed What’s next: The state Class AA meet starts Thursday with diving berths, Cook also had two individual prelims and continues Friday and Saturday in Minneapolis. state qualifying swims. She was second “We’re still trying to find up in the opening event to win the 200 our identity,” Montrose said. medley relay. in the 100 butterfly and fourth in the 100 backstroke. “We know we are not a team Hannah Baratz, Campeau, Barkey Mayo had plenty of strong finishes loss, Ulsh earned a state berth in the loaded with high-end talent, and Lauren Ulsh then closed the meet in between, as well. event. Overall Mayo had six different swim- mers earn state berths. but we do have a lot of very by placing second in the 400 freestyle Miller and Ulsh, a pair of seniors, “The first 50 (yards) I kind of held skilled players. We know to relay to earn another state berth. might have had the race of the meet back so I’d have a lot left over for the The state meet is Thursday-Saturday win games we need a big “The first one that we won, we just in the 100 breaststroke. The two, two last 50,” Miller said. “I saw her over at the University of Minnesota Aquatic effort from all players for an all pumped up each other,” Miller lanes apart, went down to the wire and there, but it was really close.” Center. entire 51 minutes.” said. “We were just super positive.” Miller won by an eyelash, 1:08.20 to Earlier in the meet Miller and Ulsh PostBulletin.com JM/L returns to action at 1:08.21 over Ulsh. Despite the narrow combined with two freshmen, Cook for Section 1AA meet slide show 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Rec Center against Faribault. Winona 6, JM/Lourdes 4 JM/Lourdes ...... 3 1 0 — 4 Century’s Jacobs nails Winona ...... 0 1 5 — 6 Winona: Eliza Searcy 2 assists; Carly Moran 2 goals; Madeline Eddy 1 goal; Jessica Huffman 1 goal; Monica Sanvik dive, state appearance 1 goals, 2 assist; Rachael Nelson 1 goal; Lindsey Cafferty 16 saves. 44.0 on the dive, the top score John Marshall/Lourdes: Kelly Bier 1 Eighth-grader takes of the day for any of the 16 assist; Samantha Macken 1 goal; Nicole divers, who each had three Nelson 2 goals, 1 assist; Laura Meillier 1 as- dives in the finals. sist; Kathleen Valentine 1 goal; Shelby Greer second in section 1 assist; Mia Bruesewitz 33 saves. “It was an inward one and By Guy N. Limbeck a half,” Jacobs said. “It’s my [email protected] favorite dive.” (507) 285-7724 As soon as she climbed out LOCAL CALENDAR Andrianna Jacobs saved her of the pool, Jacobs received a TODAY best dive for last on Saturday big hug from diving teammate High School Girls Basketball and it paid off. Jordan Anderson, who placed Century, John Marshall, Mayo, The Century eighth-grader ninth. Lourdes, first day of practice. was in a tight race to earn a “She congratulated me,” High School Boys Hockey top four spot and earn a Class Jacobs said. “She’s always Century, John Marshall, Mayo, AA state diving berth when been there for me and she was Lourdes, first day of practice. she stepped on the board for there for me again today.” High School Gymnastics her final dive at the Section 1AA meet. With the dive, Jacobs was Century, John Marshall, Mayo, first day of practice. Jacobs, who entered the able to maintain second place day in second place after the with a score of 319.35 to earn TUESDAY preliminary round, knew she her first state berth. John Marshall’s Taylor Bass, Mayo’s Alex Miller, Century’s Nina Tabatabai and Mayo’s High School Girls Hockey needed a strong dive to finish “It’s amazing, I was really Lauren Ulsh were in consecutive lanes at the start of the individual medley. Faribault at John Marshall/Lourdes in the top four and she was happy,” Jacobs said. (Recreation Center), 5:30 p.m. feeling a bit of pressure. Winona’s Crystal Franzwa close. The scores from third want to thank all my coaches Tabatabai was close in the Century at Waseca, 7 p.m. “I was really nervous,” she ran away with the event, to fifth were 315.50, 312.30 and and teammates, they’ve been 100-yard butterfly, missing Junior College Men’s Basketball admitted. scoring 372.75 points. But the 306.65. so amazing.” a state berth on time stan- RCTC at NIACC, 8 p.m. But she stepped up and race for the next four spots, “It’s pretty cool,” Jacobs Jacobs was Century’s lone dard by six-hundredths of a Junior College Women’s Basketball nailed her dive. She scored a and three state berths, was said of her state berth. “I just state qualifier. Junior Nina second. RCTC at NIACC, 6 p.m. WEDNESDAY (No local events scheduled). SECTION 1AA GIRLS SWIMMING & DIVING RESULTS TEAM RESULTS Drexler (Cent) 1:00.86. 400 freestyle relay — 1. Hastings* To find the Post- John Marshall 381, Mayo 374, Farmington 100 freestyle —1. Kate Reilly* (Hast) 52.05; 3:34.59; 2. Mayo* (Hannah Baratz, Michelle 316, Hastings 309, Century 258, Winona 206, 2. MacKenzie Brosnahan * (Win) 52.52; 4. Campeau, Lauren Ulsh, Kallyn Barkey) 3:34.74; Bulletin sports team’s Owatonna 203. Taylor Emery (JM) 54.09; 6. Hannah Baratz 3. Farmington* 3:36.05; 4. John Marshall* INDIVIDUAL RESULTS (Mayo) 54.38; 7. Anna Becker (JM) 55.73. (Taylor Bass, Taylor Emery, Madison Emery, blog, “Bullpen.” go to (State qualifers, Rochester top 8) 500 freestyle — 1. Kallyn Barkey* (Mayo) Anna Becker) 3:36.93; 5. Century (Lydia Stiv- PostBulletin.com, click * — Denotes state qualifiers. 5:05.79#; 2. Madison Emery* (JM) 5:10.83; 3. ing, Erin Perkins, Megan VanDeVoorde, Lexi 200 medley relay — 1. Mayo* (Kallyn Abbie Gjelhaug (Hast) 5:11.10; 4. Haley French Shin) 3:48.53. “Sports,” then “Bull- Barkey, Alex Miller, Olivia Cook, Michelle Krahn (Mayo) 5:19.69; 5. Michelle Campeau Campeau) 1:48.74; 2. John Marshall* (Lauren (Mayo) 5:19.81; 6. Shannon Grill (JM) 5:20.39; # — Denotes meet record. pen blog.” Kalwasinski, Anna Becker, Allison Schumacher, 7. Lexi Shin (Cent) 5:21.67. Taylor Emery) 1:49.00; 3. Farmington* 1:49.01; 200 freestyle relay — 1. John Marshall* 4. Hastings* 1:50.03; 5. Winona* 1:50.84; 6. (Lauren Kalwasinski, Taylor Bass, Madison Owatonna* 1:51.30; 7. Century 1:53.82. Emery, Allison Schumacher) 1:37.82; 2. Mayo* 200 freestyle — 1. Kallyn Barkey* (Mayo) (Olivia Cook, Lauren Ulsh, Alex Miller, Han- Reach 2.5 Million Readers 1:54.21; 2. Michelle Campeau* (Mayo) nah Baratz) 1:38.25; 3. Hastings* 1:39.32; 1:55.80; 3. Madison Emery* (JM) 1:55.92; 5. 4. Winona* 1:40.04; 7. Century (Christina by placing just ONE ad with your local newspaper Shannon Grill (JM) 1:58.95; 6. Haley French Drexler, Nina Tabatabai, Lexi Shin, Erica Per- Krahn (Mayo) 1:59.00. kins) 1:43.21. 200 IM — 1. Taylor Bass* (JM) 2:06.18; 100 backstroke — 1. Kaitlyn O’Reilly (Farm) • It’s Easy • It’s Effective • It’s Affordable 2. Kaitlyn O’Reilly* (Farm) 2:06.78; 3. Alex John Marshall’s Madison Emery came in third in the 200 57.18#; 2. Taylor Bass* (JM) 57.32; 3. Brina Miller (Mayo) 2:12.18; 4. Lauren Ulsh (Mayo) freestyle but qualified for state via time standard. Kari (Hast) 57.58; 4. Olivia Cook* (Mayo) Expand your market and increase your profits by 2:12.94; 6. Nina Tabatabai (Cent) 2:15.76; 8. 59.12; 5. Lauren Kalwasinski * (JM) 59.81; 8. advertising in newspapers all over the state through Erica Perkins (Cent) 2:17.95. Miranda Cunningham (Cent) 1:04.47. 50 freestyle — 1. Allison Schumacher* 24.83; 8. Taylor Emery (JM) 24.91. 100 butterfly — 1. Allison Schumacher* 100 breaststroke — 1. Alex Miller* (Mayo) the Minnesota 2x2 Display Ad Network. (JM) 23.63; 2. Kate Reilly* (Hast) 23.70; 3. — 1. Crystal Franzwa* (Win) 372.75; (JM) 56.10#; 2. Olivia Cook* (Mayo) 57.79; 3. 1:08.20; 2. Lauren Ulsh* (Mayo) 1:08.21; 3. Try It Diving 1114641597EM MacKenzie Brosnahan* (Win) 24.22; 4. Zoe 2. Andrianna Jacobs* (Cent) 319.35; 3. Kiana Allissa Smith* (Hast) 58.81; 4. Zoe Avestruz* Elise O’Neill* (Owa) 1:08.48; 4. Alexandra it works! Avestruz (Farm) 24.27; 5. Hannah Baratz Leer* (Owa) 315.80; 4. Kally Schwab* (Owa) (Farm) 59.20; 5. Leah Wallace* (Hast) 59.42; Zuelke* (Win) 1:09.06; 7. Christina Drexler Ask your local newspaper representative how! (Mayo) 24.81; 6. Lauren Kalwasinski (JM) 312.30. 6. Nina Tabatabai (Cent) 1:00.93; 8. Christina (Cent) 1:10.58.

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HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS HOCKEY JM/Lourdes, Montrose earn their first victory By Ben Pherson [email protected] At a glance In a season-opening loss to Winona on Saturday, the Rochester John What happened: JM/Lourdes Marshall/Lourdes girls hockey team played hard for all 51 minutes, played very well for stretches. putting 57 shots on goal and But unfortunately, the Rockets holding on for a 3-2 victory over didn’t put together 51 minutes of qual- Faribault on Tuesday night. ity, high-paced hockey. New JM/Lourdes coach Bob Next: The Rockets (1-1) return Montrose said that was his team’s to action at 5:30 p.m. Thursday primary focus heading into Tues- at the Rec Center against Dodge day’s game against Big Nine Confer- County. ence rival Faribault at the Rochester Recreation Center. The Rockets got on the board first This time the Rockets didn’t let off when freshman defenseman Tori the gas pedal, peppering the Falcons Thompson let go of a slapshot from with 57 shots on goal and holding on the point that found the back of the for a 3-2 victory. net on a power play at the 10:25 mark. It’s the first win for Montrose. Seeger and Nicole Nelson earned “It feels great to get one for coach,” assists on the tally. Photos by Scott Jacobson / [email protected] junior forward Savannah Seeger said. The Falcons received a big break “The biggest difference between Tori Thompson of JM/Lourdes takes a shot on goal during the Rockets’ Big Nine Conference game when Arthur couldn’t pick up a bounc- with Faribault Tuesday night at the Rec Center. She scored one of the team’s goals in a 3-2 victory. Saturday and today is that we moved ing puck with just 10 seconds remain- our feet, and we played with heart.” ing in the period. The puck trickled we could struggle against some of the Montrose said he was extremely over the line, tying the game at 1-each faster teams. But we’re improving pleased with Tuesday’s effort. heading into the second. and it’s nice to keep gaining experi- “I think we did exactly what we The Rockets again dominated ence.” wanted to do, and that was to play the pace of play in the second, but The Rockets return to action at excited for 51 minutes,” he said. “We they couldn’t solve Faribault goalie 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Rec Center have some skill and some hard work- Hannah Seitz. She had 19 saves in the against Dodge County. second period alone. ers, but I think playing with emotion JM/Lourdes 3, Faribault 2 is really the key to our success.” But JM/Lourdes broke the game Faribault ...... 1 0 1 — 2 Though the Rockets outshot Farib- open with a pair of goals in the third. JM/Lourdes ...... 1 0 2 — 3 ault 57-12, the Falcons still did gener- Blair Lebeck made it 2-1 with her goal FIRST PERIOD ate a couple of quality scoring chances, just 1:10 into the final period. Kath- 1. JM/Lourdes, Tori Thompson (Savannah Seeger, Nicole but goalie Brittany Arthur made a key leen Valentine had the lone assist. Nelson), 10:25 (pp); 2. Faribault, Taylor Salmonsen (Cady Walker, Niki Reineke), 16:50. save on a breakaway midway through On another power play two minutes the first and another big stop late in later, Seeger gave the Rockets (1-1, THIRD PERIOD the second. 3. JM/Lourdes, Blair Lebeck (Kathleen Valentine), 1:10; 1-1 in Big Nine) some breathing room 4. JM/Lourdes, Seeger (Lebeck, Samantha Macken), 3:27 But for the bulk of Tuesday’s tilt, the with her goal. Lebeck and Samantha (pp); 5. Faribault, Brittany Lackore (unassisted), 15:23. Rockets controlled the pace. Macken earned the helpers. STATISTICS “In our last game, we played hard Faribault scored with less than two Shots on goal — Faribault 6-3-3—12; JM/Lourdes 14- like that in spurts,” Montrose said. minutes remaining to make it interest- 19-24—57. Penalties — Faribault 5 for 10 minutes; JM/ ing, but the Rockets never let them see Lourdes 1 for 2 minutes. Power-play chances — Faribault “We’d be good for 10 minutes, and then 0-for-1; JM/Lourdes 2-for-5. Goalies — Faribault, Hannah we’d let up. Good teams are going to the net again. Seitz 54 saves on 57 shots; JM/Lourdes, Brittany Arthur come right at you when you let off the “It feels good to get it going in the 10 saves on 12 shots. gas pedal. Tonight was nothing fancy; right direction, and even though the D4: Century opens with win we just wanted to get the puck to the shots were lopsided, this game could John Marshall/Lourdes’ Blair Lebeck looks for an open team- net and never let up. And there was no have gone either way,” Montrose said. PostBulletin.com mate as she circles Faribault goaltender Hannah Seitz. Lebeck’s letting up in the girls tonight.” “With some of our young defensemen, for JM/Lourdes slide show goal early in the third period put the Rockets ahead to stay.

YOUR PICTURES: GAMEHAVEN CROSS COUNTRY RUN Andover man wins 5-mile Gamehaven run By Paul Christian FEMALE 45. Max McGee, Rochester, 37:50; 46. Evan Man- nenbach, Rochester, 38:01; 47. Tom O’Leary, Byron, [email protected] Under 19: 1. Lelxi Hasleiet, Rochester, 39:39; 2. Anna Winter, Rochester, 41:26. 20-29: 1. Millie 38:02; 48. Sam Prosser, Rochester, 38:07; 49. (507) 285-7722 Suk, Rochester, 39:25; 2. Jenny Shulha, Roches- Jacob Ekins, Rochester, 38:14; 50. Torry Moore, Dan Nielsen of Andover won ter, 40:54. 30-39: 1. Emi Yasaka, Minneapolis, Winona, 38:22; 35:40; 2. Lisa Rozman, Rochester, 37:22. 40-49: 51. Ian McMeeking, Rochester, 38:26; 52. Nick the second annual Gamehaven 1. Patty Miller, Pine Island, 44:19; 2. Kris Stevens, Johnson, Rochester, 38:27; 53. Ryan Swapp, Roch- cross country run on Saturday, Rochester, 45:49. 50-59: 1. Sabrena Resman, ester, 38:35; 54. Benjamin Patterson, Minneapolis, finishing the 5-mile course in Rochester, 43:27; 2. Constance Sjoquist, Apple 38:36; 55. Larry Kleppe, Elgin, 38:37; 56. Jennier 28:56. Jeremy Essler of Mankato Valley, 49:03. St. Amand, Dexter, 38:43; 57. Scott Frei, Rochester, was second in 29:06, Jon Ortloff 38:50; 58. Peter Reichmann, Chatfield, 39:15; 59. OVERALL Michael Paradise, Rochester, 39:16; 60. Millie Suk, of Mankato third in 29:17 and 1. Dan Nielsen, Andover, 28:56; 2. Jeremy Essler, Rochester, 39:25; 61. Shaun Stevens, Rochester, Josh Frei of Rochester fourth in Mankato, 29:06; 3. Jon Ortloff, Mankato, 29:17; 39:32; 62. Erich Heneke, Stewartville, 39:32; 63. 29:23. 4. Josh Frei, Rochester, 29:23; 5. Aaron Handorff, Ross Kidd, Grand Meadow, 39:37; 64. Lexi Hasleiet, Andover, 29:45; 6. Kurt Hellmann, Andover, 29:54; Rochester, 39:39; 65. Brandon Klocke, Hayfield, Emi Yasaka of Minneapolis won 7. Mitch Fisher, Andover, 29:55; 8. Ian Lanza, 40:02; 66. Joe Kochan, Rochester, 40:10; 67. Kevin the women’s race for the second Rochester, 30:04; 9. Pal Hale, Rochester, 31:17; Torgerson, Stewartville, 40:20; 68. Teri Pruszynski, straight year, timed in 35:40. 10. Dallas Davidson, Spring Valley, 31;41; 11. Ian Rochester, 40:23; 69. Rick Devine, Rochester, Torchia, Rochester, 31:50; 12. Justin Blommer, There were 197 runners tour- 40:23; 70. Jenny Shulha, Rochester, 40:54; 71. Ra- 31:53; 13. David Haugen, Rochester, 31:56; 14. chael Vaubel, Rochester, 40:54; 72. Susan Griffee, ing the course on the 262-acre Devin Oglesbee, Rochester, 31:56; 15. Kyle Hell- Rochester, 40:54; 73. John Dougherty, Rochester, Scout Reservation. Runners had mann, Andover, 32:04; 16. Sam Schroeder, 32:05; 41:21; 74. Anna Winter, Rochester, 41:26; 75. Tyrel to cross a creek multiple times, 17. Graham Massot, Rochester, 32:06; 18. Patrick Clark, Eyota, 41:39; hurdle straw bales, balance on Steward, Rochester, 32:08; 19. Mark Brose, Min- 76. Alex Frandson, Rochester, 41:41; 77. Clint neapolis, 32:08; 20. Mario Minelli, Kasson, 32:15; Frandson, Rochester, 41;42; 78. Sam Bellows, a balance beam and high-step 21. Lucas Kivimaki, Andover, 32:43; 22. Seth Mas- across bogs. Rochester, 41;45; 79. Dave Eide, Kasson, 41:51; 80. sot, Rochester, 33;32; 23. Kirk Busche, Rochester, Jason Wiederih, Minneapolis, 41:52; 81. Heather Photos submitted by Bill Marshall There were 184 finishers. 34:01; 24. Colin Eakins, Rochester, 34:12; 25. Justin McRae, Minneapolis, 41:57; 82. Mike Barthmann, Competitors in the Gamehaven run splash their way across a stream, which Kotajarvi, Rochester, 34:17; Minneapolis, 41:57; 83. John Backstrom, Northfield, they had to do several times. GAMEHAVEN FIVE-MILE 26. Paul Callahan, Kasson, 34:18; 27. Randy 42:07; 84. Brian Purrington, Oronoco, 42;43; 85. Age-group results Niemiec, Minneapolis, 34:31; 28. Hunter Glynn, Sabrena Resman, Rochester, 43:27; 86. Eliza- We want Rochester, 34:39; 29. Brad Kautz, Rochester, 34:52; beth Frei, Rochester, 43:30; 87. 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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Winning combination for Blossoms Blooming Prairie At a glance has ridden Gimbel, What’s happening: Blooming Prairie coach passing attack Chad Gimbel has his team in the state football By Pat Ruff semifinals for the second [email protected] time in the last three years. Innovative, meticulous, What’s next: The 11-1 demanding, a winner, a lover Blossoms play 12-0 Dawson- of the forward pass, and defi- nitely obsessed. Boyd at 10:15 a.m. Saturday in the Metrodome. All of that describes Blooming Prairie football coach Chad Gimbel. And run his aerial show. that includes Gimbel freely Since going with the admitting to the last one. change in 2000, Gimbel has “When you’re going to be certainly hit he jackpot on successful, you have to be quarterbacks. He’s needed (obsessed),” said the Blos- just four primary starters at soms coach, who has his QB in that span. That started team in the state Class A with three-year starter Craig semifinals for the second Olson, followed by three- time in the last three years year starter Spencer Ohm, and recently posted his 100th then two-year starter Austin career win. Moe, before current three- In 15 seasons as the Blos- year starter and senior Luc soms head man, Gimbel is Zellmer took over. now a lusty 101-50. As for all of that obsession, The next level no better example exists The first three all went than his insatiable appetite on to play quarterback in for breaking down game film. college. And Zellmer, the During the season, Gimbel Jerry Olson / [email protected] school’s all-time leading spends up to 12 hours every passer with 6,937 yards pass- weekend reviewing his own Blooming Prairie head coach Chad Gimbel, right, and quarterbacks coach Matt Kittelson have had a long run of ing and 100 touchdowns, is team’s film, then another outstanding quarterback play. That has continued once again this season with senior Luc Zellmer. certain to follow in their four dissecting film of his path. upcoming opponent. sacrifices that families in said Kittelson, a 1997 Blos- of years into the job to Now looking back, he’s sure Blooming Prairie make for soms graduate who played dramatically change the he did the right thing. “We’ve been very fortu- For a good portion of nate that every year we’ve our program.” at Blooming Prairie when team’s offense. He went from “A lot of it had to do with that, his Blossoms assistants Gimbel was the team’s defen- running a run-heavy wish- needed a quarterback, there such as defensive coordi- me realizing that we weren’t sive coordinator, one year bone set, to airing things out. has always been one that’s nator/quarterbacks coach Right leader always going to have the before taking the head job. popped up,” Gimbel said. Matt Kittelson are hovered All of the sacrifices in He did it with a spread big, strong, physical kids “Things have kind of fallen around the screen with him. the world might not have “But it’s Chad’s way of offense, an alignment now up front,” Gimbel said. that way for us. Plus, we Blooming Prairie football mattered much without showing that he believes and favored by many college “Plus, I wanted interest in always want to have another under Chad Gimbel, no the right guy in charge. In cares about them. He wants programs in which as many the program. I thought that one ready.” doubt, is a locked-in opera- Gimbel, the Blossoms seem kids to go on to bigger and as five players go out for running something a little bit better things. He knows that passes at any one time. And they do. When tion. It’s also proven to be a to have found the right one. different would make kids Zellmer graduates, there you can learn a lot through huge winner. The Browerville native want to do that. I wanted to will be a gentleman raring the game of football.” “It’s not just me,” said won’t settle for anything less Been a nice run get athletes out for football, to take his place. And he’s Gimbel, who is married and than a quality and winning When Gimbel looks back Gimbel, aided by an to get the basketball players going to be around for a the father of four, “it’s our product. on the biggest decisions he’s unbelievable run of quality who could run and jump and while. John Rumpza, all entire coaching staff. It’s “People that don’t know made as the Blossoms head quarterbacks at Blooming fly around the field.” 6-foot-4, 177-pounds of him, also our entire community. Chad might think that he is coach, no doubt, one stands Prairie, has made that work. And, of course, he wanted is that guy in waiting. He’s a We couldn’t do it without hard on our players, and he out. He considered it a necessary above all to find a quarter- freshman, he’s a straight-A everyone. There are a lot of does expect a lot of them,” It was his choice a couple move when he first made it. back year in and year out to student, and he can play.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS HOCKEY Caledonia hopes to ride its experience where Caledonia figures not to have to Crookston. Defending champs play much of an advantage over Warroad. It has shown it can play and beat the That’s because as effective as Cale- big boys. It later beat Hawley 14-7 in Warroad in semifinals donia’s running game has been, its section semifinal, then beat No. 3 Warroad’s has been even better. ranked Barnesville 21-20 in the final. By Pat Ruff It is led there by 5-foot-11, 165-pound The Section 8AA champions are [email protected] halfback Aaron Haataja. The junior coming off a 34-12 win over Paynseville It helps to have been there and has had a spectacular year, with Area in the state quarterfinals. done that. nearly 2,000 yards rushing. Haataja ran for 225 yards in the team’s quar- Winning streak That certainly personifies the Cale- terfinals win over Paynesville Area. donia football team. The Warriors are Caledonia hasn’t lost since falling “Aaron is a talented running back the defending state Class AA champi- to No. 2 Class AAA ranked Plainview- and a quality kid,” Warroad coach Bringing it into the offensive zone ons, have won it three of the last four Elgin-Millville in its season opener. Gabe Richards said. “Every play he Scott Jacobson / [email protected] years, and are at state for the fifth And as Caledonia quarterback Kennan runs hard and low to the ground. straight year. Bruening sees it, his team has come a John Marshall/Lourdes forward Shelby Greer back-checks You’re going to have to make contact Saturday, at 5:45 p.m. in the Metro- long ways since then. Dodge County’s Dana Rasmussen as she makes a turn in with him if you hope to bring him dome, the Warriors will be taking the offensive zone Thursday at the Rochester Recreation down.” He says the biggest progress has all of that experience to the state come along the offensive line. It was Center. Dodge County rolled to a 6-2 win over the Rock- semifinals where they will meet 10-2 the guys up front who helped him ets, and Rasmussen had a hat trick. For the girls hockey Warroad. It’s a big squad dash for 162 yards rushing last week roundup from Thursday night’s action, see Page D4. Fifth-ranked Caledonia (11-1) is As good as Haataja has been, Cale- in the team’s 47-12 thrashing of Maple hoping the Warroad players have stars donia’s Schroeder says it’s Warroad’s Lake. in their eyes. Warroad hasn’t been to massive offensive line that is even That was also a game that saw the state since 1992. more impressive. Warriors’ rugged defense turn a pair Class AA semifinals If Caledonia has a clear advantage There, he’s talking about such play- of Maple Lake turnovers into touch- in this game, that’s it — experience. ers as 6-5, 302-pound senior Drew downs. NO. 4 CALEDONIA (11-1) VS. WARROAD (10-2) They’ve played in the Metrodome Dorholt; 6-2, 301-pound junior Tyler “We were struggling putting up Saturday, 5:45 p.m., at Metrodome so many times that they could likely James Fish; and 5-11, 255-pound junior points a little bit the beginning of Last week: Caledonia beat Maple Lake 47-12 in its state navigate from their home or visiting Dylan Vandal. All are returning start- the season,” said Bruening, who has locker room, to the tunnel and onto ers. quarterfinal game. After falling behind 6-0, the Warriors then took passed for 740 yards and rushed for a 34-6 halftime lead. It turned a pair of Maple Lake turnovers into the Metrodome turf with their eyes “They’ve got the biggest offensive 820 and 18 touchdowns. “But the closed. line that I’ve seen,” Schroeder said. difference between the beginning of touchdowns and Caledonia quarterback Kennan Bruening had 162 And that, admits Caledonia coach “To counter their size we’re going to the year and now is our offensive line yards rushing and three touchdowns. ... Unranked Warroad beat Brent Schroeder, counts for more than have to play gap-control defense, and is blocking so much better. They’ve Paynesville Area 34-12 in its state quarterfinal. The Warriors led just just a nice little trick. play fast and physical.” really stepped it up. It’s fun to watch 14-6 at halftime before taking over. Halfback Aaron Haataja ran for “Experience plays a role, and the Warroad, which has shown immense them, and it’s fun running behind 225 yards for Warroad. atmosphere (of the Metrodome) plays a improvement from last year when them.” History: This is Caledonia’s eighth time to the state tournament. It role,” Schroeder said. “Our guys know it finished 3-6 overall, takes a 10-2 Caledonia is averaging 41 points, is the defending state champion and has won the title three of the what it’s like. We like the Dome. Our record into the semifinals. The losses while giving up just 11 per game. last four years. Warroad is at state for the fourth time, but its first kids can really run loose in there.” were 55-48 on Oct. 4 to No. 4 ranked Warroad scores 30 per game and gives Speaking of running loose, that’s Hawley, and 28-26 in its season-opener up 19. since 1992. It has never won it all.

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STATE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS AUTO RACING Edwards, Stewart compete Blossoms face tough task on the stage and track Semifinal foe Dawson- Class A semifinals By Jim Utter this race a year ago. But he is McClatchy Newspapers still trying for his first series No. 8 Blooming Prairie (11-1) vs. championship. Boyd is unbeaten HOMESTEAD, Fla. — With No. 3 Dawson-Boyd (12-0) no track activity until today, Stewart, on the other hand, By Pat Ruff Saturday, 10:15 a.m., at Thursday’s Sprint Cup Series is going for his third title [email protected] Metrodome title contenders press confer- something only eight other drivers in NASCAR history One has exceeded expectations. The Last week: Blooming Prairie ence with Carl Edwards and other is exactly where it figured it could Tony Stewart became a battle have accomplished. be. barely squeaked out a 35-34 win of wits and one-liners. “It’s definitely an awesome Those two, Dawson-Boyd and Blooming over Lester Prairie/Holy Trinity in the And, like their battle on opportunity for us,” he said. Prairie, will square off at 10:15 Saturday state quarterfinals. LPHT tried for a track, it remains too close “I’m still very appreciative morning in the state Class A football two-point conversion in the final two to call. to Gene Haas for even giving semifinals at the Metrodome. minutes that failed. The Blossoms us this opportunity to not Edwards leads Stewart only drive for him but be a For expectations-exceeder Dawson- got 174 yards passing and three by three points with just co-owner with him. Boy, it’s the Blackjacks’ first time in the touchdowns from Luc Zellmer. Sunday’s season finale Ford “At the same time, it’s a state tournament. For Blooming Prairie, Dawson-Boyd continued its perfect 400 at Homestead-Miami it’s their second time in the state semifi- Speedway. pretty cool opportunity this season by pounding unranked weekend to be the other side nals in the last three years. In another illustration Warren-Alvarado-Oslo 56-0 in its state of the bookend of Jimmie “We thought we could be a competitive of how tough the battle is (Johnson’s) dynasty.” football team,” said Dawson-Boyd coach quarterfinal game. between the two drivers, they Cory Larson, whose Blackjacks finished History: Blooming Prairie is in the have each scored exactly the Johnson has won the past 9-2 last year, losing to Minneota in their same amount of points in the five Cup titles. The last driver state tournament for the sixth time. It to win before Johnson’s reign section championship game. “But you is the second time in three years that nine Chase for the Cup races. never go into a season thinking you’re Edwards’ three-point advan- started in 2006? Stewart in going to win by so many lopsided scores. it has reached the semifinals. This is tage comes from the bonus 2005. Our kids have really gone about their Dawson-Boyd’s first trip to state. points awarded for his one With the pleasantries out business week by week.” win in the season’s first 26 of the way, Thursday’s press And week by week the No. 3-ranked Luc Zellmer picking teams apart with his races. conference soon took a more and unbeaten Blackjacks (12-0) have rifle arm and football smarts. “We’ve been running well, personal tone. played liked nobody has any business on Scott Jacobson / sjacobson@ Though Zellmer missed five games earned our spot at the top It started with a question to postbulletin.com the field with them. the middle of the season with a broken of the standings,” Edwards Stewart about how far would Some stunning examples: Dawson-Boyd Receiver/running back Gabe Kartes thumb, he’s still thrown for 1,563 yards said. “I’m excited to have this he push it on the last lap to 79, Ortonville 14; Dawson-Boyd 72, Lakev- is one of the many weapons at the and 20 touchdowns, completing 60 opportunity to go out and win win the championship in a iew 3; Dawson-Boyd 61, Murray County disposal of the Blooming Prairie of- percent of his attempts. this championship. battle with Edwards. Central 14. fense. He’s got plenty of weapons, too, led by “We couldn’t feel better “I’d wreck my mom to win Those have been part of a season in defense, it’s their offense that’s truly Gabe Kartes (69 catches, 1,127 yards) and about the race track. We feel a championship,” he said. “I which the Blackjacks have won by an scary. Luke Hueman (45 catches, 518 yards). really good about the race.” respect him as a driver, but average of 48-7. Offensively they’ve done The Blossoms also have a solid running this isn’t about friendships “We just have to know our assignments this weekend. This is a war. it with a running game that features on defense and we have to tackle well,” game, with Jonny Kraling having rushed Great chance for both “It’s a no-holds-barred 5-foot-10, 195-pound senior Esten Weber Gimbel. for 759 yards. Edwards should, he won weekend.” and 6-1, 186-pound junior Justin Lee. As formidable as the Blackjacks seem, “They’ve never faced us before,” Entering the state quarterfinals, Weber Blooming Prairie gives them just as much Gimbel said. “I hope we can do some had rushed for 1,473 yards and averaged to think about. It starts with the 11-1 and things offensively that they’re not 11 yards per carry. And Lee had rushed No. 8-ranked Blossoms dwarfing Dawson- prepared for.” for 1,507 yards, and 10 yards per carry. Boyd in playoff experience. Gimbel’s bigger concern, though, is that LOCAL CALENDAR Weber also averages a head-scratching But it extends to a diverse Blossoms his team’s defense is up to par. It’s gener- TODAY High School Football 52 yards per kickoff return, and leads offense that scares the heck out of every- ally been strong against the run. But the High School Football Class AA state semifinal, Caledonia vs. the team defensively with more than 81 one. Blossoms defense in general had lapses Warroad, 5:20 p.m. (KFIL-FM 103.1). unassisted tackles and 51 assists. Class AA state semifinal, Waterville-Ely- Blooming Prairie has run the spread in their 35-34 state quarterfinal win over sian-Morristown vs. Moose Lake Willow Class A state semifinal, Blooming Prairie “They’ve put up some pretty good offen- Lester Prairie/Holy Trinity. River, 5:30 p.m. (KDHL-AM 920). vs. Dawson-Boyd, 10:15 a.m. (KRFO-FM offense since 2000 under Gimbel. It 104.9). sive numbers,” said Blooming Prairie features as many as five receivers going “Last week our defense wasn’t as phys- SATURDAY Pro Hockey coach Chad Gimbel. “They’ve got two out on patterns on any given play. And ical as it needs to be,” Blossoms senior College Football St. Louis at Minnesota, 6:30 p.m. (KFAN- guys who’ve rushed for over 1,000 yards, linebacker standout Luke Hueman said. 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If you miss Indianapolis ...... 0 11 0 .000 150 327 Mid_American Conference, championship, if both teams come out with TV feels about the flex Sports announcing crew of it, BTN will re-air the game North Ohio vs. Northern Illinois, from Detroit, 6 some wrinkles,’’ Davis said scheduling move? Instead at 8 p.m. Sunday. Baltimore ...... 8 3 0 .727 272 182 p.m. (ESPN2). Gus Johnson, Charles Davis earlier this week on a confer- of televising the Vikings- Pittsburgh ...... 8 3 0 .727 233 188 Pac 12 Conference, championship, Oregon and former Minnesota foot- ence call. “We are going to Broncos game at noon, it Cincinnati ...... 7 4 0 .636 259 215 vs. UCLA, 6:30 p.m. (KXLT, KMSP). ball coach Tim Brewster. Around the tube get some things that we have gets the Ravens and Browns Cleveland ...... 4 7 0 .364 165 216 Men’s College Hockey “We get to announce not seen. • No turkeys. The at 3:05 p.m. That game goes West Minnesota State/Mankato at Minnesota, 7 college football games, how “Both teams are very CBS Thanksgiving game up against the Packers and Oakland ...... 7 4 0 .636 260 274 p.m. (FS North/Charter Channel 980). bad can that be?’’ Johnson tough on defense, run the (Dolphins-Cowboys) drew Giants on Fox. Denver ...... 6 5 0 .545 221 260 Pro Hockey said. “It’ll be fun.’’ football on offense, with big 30.9 million viewers, the • Speaking of flex sched- Kansas City ...... 4 7 0 .364 153 265 New Jersey at Minnesota, 7 p.m. (FS North). The Johnson-Davis- offensive lines, quarterbacks most for a CBS Thanksgiv- uling, the Raiders-Packers San Diego ...... 4 7 0 .364 249 275 Pro Golf Brewster trio are in Eugene, that don’t make mistakes but ing game since it acquired game on Dec. 11 moves from NATIONAL CONFERENCE World Challenge, second round,, from Ore., tonight for the Pac-12 know how to make winning the AFC package in 1998 and a noon start to 3:15 p.m. on East Thousand Oaks, Calif. 2 p.m. (Golf Chan- championship between plays when the game is on ranking as the most-watched CBS. The Sunday night game W L T Pct PF PA nel). Oregon and UCLA and 24 the line. The only difference television show this fall. remains the same, New York Dallas ...... 7 4 0 .636 270 225 European PGA Tour, Hong Kong Open, hours later will be in India- this year is that Michigan The Fox Thanksgiving Giants at Dallas. N.Y. Giants ...... 6 5 0 .545 252 277 second round, 11 p.m. (Golf Channel). napolis for the Big Ten cham- State hasn’t run the ball as game (Packers-Lions) drew Washington ...... 4 7 0 .364 183 222 • Too bad they can’t “flex’’ Philadelphia ...... 4 8 0 .333 271 282 SATURDAY pionship between Wisconsin well as Wisconsin has. That’s a 15.8 rating, tying with the Monday night schedule Men’s College Basketball and Michigan State. the glaring stat that jumps South 1998 Vikings-Cowboys as on ESPN. This week it’s San New Orleans .....8 3 0 .727 362 252 North Carolina at Kentucky, 11 a.m. (KIMT, The Fox trio will hop on a out at you.’’ the network’s highest-rated Diego at Jacksonville, i WCCO). Atlanta ...... 7 4 0 .636 259 227 private jet owned by News game on the holiday since • The top-ranked college Tampa Bay ...... 4 7 0 .364 199 291 USC at Minnesota, 1 p.m. (Big Ten Net- Corporation founder and More from BTN 1996 (Redskins-Cowboys, work). women’s basketball team Carolina ...... 3 8 0 .273 252 305 CEO Rupert Murdoch soon 17.0). North Arkansas at Connecticut, 2:15 p.m. (ESPN). The Big Ten Network has in the country — Baylor — after Friday night’s game is The Thanksgiving night plays Minnesota at Williams Green Bay ...... 11 0 0 1.000 382 227 Gonzaga at Illinois, 2:15 p.m. (ESPN2). wall-to-wall coverage of completed. the Big Ten 49ers-Ravens game on NFL Arena at 1 p.m. Sunday on Chicago ...... 7 4 0 .636 288 232 Marquette at Wisconsin, 3:30 p.m. (Big Ten Detroit ...... 7 4 0 .636 316 246 Network). Johnson-Davis-Brewster champion- Network was watched by 10.7 the Big Ten Network. million viewers, ranking as Minnesota ...... 2 9 0 .182 214 295 Texas at UCLA, 3:30 p.m. (FS North). did back-to-back games ship begin- • ESPN and the Major earlier this year, but lower- ning today. the most-watched program West Pittsburgh at Tennessee, 4:15 p.m. (ESPN). League Baseball Network San Francisco ....9 2 0 .818 262 161 profile ones. They called the Coverage in the eight-year history of will provide wall-to-wall South Florida at Kansas, 4:15 p.m. (ESPN2). NFL Network and the most- Seattle ...... 5 7 0 .417 216 246 Iowa State and Texas game kicks off at coverage from the MLB Arizona ...... 4 7 0 .364 213 256 College Football watched cable program ever from Ames on Saturday 3 p.m. with Winter Meetings Monday St. Louis ...... 2 9 0 .182 140 270 USA Championship, Southern Mississippi at afternoon and then drove on Thanksgiving. through Thursday from Houston, 11 a.m. (KAAL, KSTP). live coverage THURSDAY to Kansas City on Sunday • The Detroit Lions make Dallas. Connecticut at Cincinnati, 11 a.m. (ESPN). of the press Seattle 31, Philadelphia 14 for the Chiefs and Vikings conferences their first NBC Sunday • ESPN will televise 18 Syracuse at Pittsburgh, 11 a.m. (ESPN2). SUNDAY, DEC. 4 game. for Michi- Night Football appear- events on the PBA Tour in Kansas City at Chicago, noon Iowa State at Kansas State, 11:30 a.m. (FS g a n S t a t e ance on Sunday against the Atlanta at Houston, noon North). “I think those kinds of Mason high definition for the first experiences give you more coach Mark Saints in New Orleans on time. It starts at noon Sunday Denver at Minnesota, noon UNLV at TCU, 1:30 p.m. (Versus). traction than doing college D a n t o n i o NBC. Wonder if the name with the GEICO World Bowl- Carolina at Tampa Bay, noon Texas at Baylor, 2:30 p.m. (KAAL, KSTP). basketball,’’ said Johnson, and Wisconsin coach Bret Hdamukong Suh will come ing tour finals. Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, noon SEC Championship, Georgia vs. LSU, from who has called four college Bielema as well as key play- up during the telecast? N.Y. Jets at Washington, noon Atlanta 3 p.m. (KIMT, WCCO). Paul Christian is a Post-Bulletin basketball games in one day ers from both teams. The Vikings and Bron- Oakland at Miami, noon BYU at Hawaii, 6:30 p.m. (ESPN2). sports reporter. He writes a Tennessee at Buffalo, noon during the NCAA tourna- At 6 p.m., BTN will replay cos game on Sunday was weekly Friday column dealing Big Ten Championship, Wisconsin vs. Michi- ment. Indianapolis at New England, noon gan State, from Indianapolis, 6:30 p.m. the epic Oct. 22 game won “flexed’’ from a 3 p.m. start with TV and radio sports and can Baltimore at Cleveland, 3:05 p.m. (KXLT, KMSP). “Doing back-to-back by Michigan State, 37-31, on on CBS to a noon start on be reached at pchristian@postbul- St. Louis at San Francisco, 3:15 p.m. Oklahoma at Oklahoma State, 7 p.m. college football games is a a last-second 44-yard Hail Fox. Calling the game will be letin.com or (507) 285-7722. Dallas at Arizona, 3:15 p.m. (KAAL, KSTP). Green Bay at N.Y. Giants, 3:15 p.m. ACC Championship, Clemson vs. Virginia Detroit at New Orleans, 7:20 p.m. Tech, from Charlotte, N.C., 7 p.m. (ESPN). ROCHESTER GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP MONDAY, DEC. 5 Men’s College Hockey Snow Report San Diego at Jacksonville, 7:30 p.m. Minnesota State/Mankato at Minnesota, 7 COLLEGE PLAYOFFS p.m. (FS North). John Marshall/Lourdes DOWNHILL SKIING DIVISION II Pro Golf Afton Alps (Hastings) — 9-21-inch base; 3” new snow last 7 days; Sunshine Tour, Nedbank Challenge, third making snow. Open regular hours, 18 runs open. www.aftonalps.com QUARTERFINALS round, 8 a.m., taped (Golf Channel). blasts past Owatonna Saturday’s games Buck Hill (Burnsville) —6-18-inch base; 1” new snow last 7 days. 10 Wayne State (Mich.) (12-1) at Minnesota- World Challenge, third round,, from Thou- runs, 5 lifts open. www.buckhill.com sand Oaks, Calif. noon (Golf Channel) and By Ben Pherson scored on the power play, Duluth (11-2), noon 2 p.m. (KTTC, KARE). [email protected] then Smolders connected Coffee Mill Ski Area (Wabasha) — Opening soon. www.coffeemi- North Greenville (11-2) at Delta State (10-2), 1 p.m. PGA, qualifying tournament, fourth day, two minutes later off assists llski.com The Rochester John by Gabby Laures and Olivia Northwest Missouri State (11-2) at Pittsburg from La Quinta, Calif., 3 p.m. (Golf Chan- Mount Kato (Mankato) — 12-24-inch base. 2” new snow last 7 days, State (10-1), 1 p.m. Marshall/Lourdes girls Mewhorter. nel). hockey team received goals making snow. www.mountkato.com New Haven (11-1) at Winston-Salem (12- European PGA Tour, Hong Kong Open, from six different players “The girls recovered nicely Welch Village (Welch) — 10-25-inch base; 1+” new snow last 7 days, 0), TBA third round, 11 p.m. (Golf Channel). Thursday night and rolled and put in two goals early to making snow. www.welchvillage.com SEMIFINALS Soccer to an impressive 6-1 Big Nine set the pace for the game,” Giants Ridge (Biwabik) — 24-36-inch base, 18” new snow last 7 Saturday, Dec. 10 Premier League, Chelsea at Newcastle, 6:30 Conference victory over Mayo coach Jeff Phillips days, making snow. Open weekends 9-4:30 until Dec. 17 then starts 7 North Greenville-Delta State winner vs. North- a.m. (ESPN2). Owatonna. said. “Emily Smolders has days/week. www.giantsridge.com. west Missouri State-Pittsburg State winner been improving each day so New Haven-Winston-Salem winner vs. Wayne HOCKEY While the JM/Lourdes Lutsen Mountains (Lutsen) — 12-18-inch base, 14” new snow last State-Minnesota-Duluth winner it was nice to see her score 7 days, making snow. Anticipating 3 mountains, 5-6 lifts and 20+ runs offense was dominating up on a hard shot from the DIVISION III NHL STANDINGS front, the defense was stingy open for the weekend. www.lutsen.com. point. Ashley Weber stood QUARTERFINALS EASTERN CONFERENCE Spirit Mountain (Duluth) — 12-18-inch base, 5” new snow last 7 as well, allowing just 12 shots out tonight as well. She was Saturday’s games Atlantic Division on goal through the first two days, making snow. Open daily starting today. www.spiritmt.com really putting the effort in all Wabash (12-0) at Mount Union (12-0), 11 GP W L OT Pts GF GA periods. Goalie Erin Meyers a.m. over the ice and it resulted in (Cross country skiing, snowmobiling trails not yet open.) Pittsburgh .....26 15 7 4 34 82 64 played well, especially in Salisbury (11-1) at Wis.-Whitewater (12-0), a two-point game for her.” N.Y. Rangers .22 14 5 3 31 65 49 the final period when she Sources: DNR, TCISAA noon Philadelphia ...23 13 7 3 29 80 68 recorded 13 saves. She Mayo 4, Faribault 1 St. John Fisher (10-2) at St. Thomas (Minn.) New Jersey ....23 12 10 1 25 58 64 finished with 26 stops. Mayo ...... 2 1 1 — 4 (12-0), 1 p.m. N.Y. Islanders 22 7 11 4 18 43 69 Faribault ...... 0 1 0 — 1 COLLEGE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Wesley (11-1) at Mary Hardin-Baylor (12-0), noon Northeast Division “We have been off for two Mayo: Emilie Smolders 1 goal; Steph Boston ...... 23 15 7 1 31 81 50 weeks and had a lot of quality Stettler 1 goal; Ashley Weber 1 goal; Mak- SEMIFINALS Toronto ...... 25 14 9 2 30 82 81 time to find our game,” JM/ inzee Kazeck 1 goal. Goalie: Jamie Clay Gophers drop to 4-4 Saturday, Dec. 10 Buffalo ...... 24 13 10 1 27 68 63 Lourdes coach Bob Montrose 24 saves. Salisbury-Wis.-Whitewater winner vs. St. John Ottawa ...... 25 12 11 2 26 77 86 said. “I was very happy from Faribault: Goalie: Hannah Sitz 37 saves. Fisher-St. Thomas (Minn.) winner Montreal ...... 26 10 11 5 25 65 68 start to finish with our effort with loss at Wake Forest Wabash-Mount Union winner vs. Wesley-Mary Southeast Division and our attention to the Aney has hand in all Associated Press and Micaella Riche contrib- Hardin-Baylor winner Florida ...... 25 13 8 4 30 68 62 little things. Kate Valentine uted a career-high 11 points Washington ..24 12 11 1 25 72 77 WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. has been our leader there and seven rebounds. NCAA Division I bowl schedule Tampa Bay ....24 11 11 2 24 65 76 5 goals for Century — The Minnesota women’s and she did it again tonight Neither team scored a SATURDAY, DEC. 17 Winnipeg ...... 25 10 11 4 24 71 80 Katherine Aney scored one basketball team was not New Mexico Bowl Carolina ...... 27 8 15 4 20 64 91 bringing a lot of energy to point through the first four goal and assisted on the other able to overcome a slow At Albuquerque WESTERN CONFERENCE the game.” minutes of the contest, but start Thursday and fell 82-65 MWC vs. Pac-12, 2 p.m. (ESPN) Central Division four as Rochester Century the Demon Deacons (5-1) JM/Lourdes 6, Owatonna 1 defeated Albert Lea 5-3 in a to Wake Forest as part of the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl GP W L OT Pts GF GA Owatonna ...... 0 0 1 — 1 Big Ten/ACC Challenge. finally made the first basket Detroit ...... 23 15 7 1 31 69 51 Big Nine Conference game at At Boise, Idaho M/Lourdes ...... 0 2 4 — 6 The loss dropped Minne- of the game with 15:45 to Chicago ...... 25 14 8 3 31 80 78 Graham Arena IV. play in the opening half. WAC vs. MWC, 5:30 p.m. (ESPN) Owatonna: Kelsey Rohrig 1 goal; Mallorie sota to 4-4 overall and 2-3 New Orleans Bowl St. Louis ...... 24 14 8 2 30 59 50 Dietz 20 saves. “We started a little slow all time in the Big Ten/ACC It was part of a devastating Louisiana-Lafayette (8-4) vs. CUSA, 9 p.m. Nashville ...... 25 12 9 4 28 66 68 John Marshall/Lourdes: Hannah Nelson but gained confidence as the 20-0 run by Wake Forest. Columbus .....25 7 15 3 17 59 82 Challenge. (ESPN) 1 goal, 1 assist; Sam Macken 1 goal, 2 as- game progressed,” Century Minnesota found its Northwest Division sists; Nicole Nelson 1 goal; Laura Meillier 1 coach Dan Maidl said. Minnesota had four TUESDAY, DEC. 20 goal, 1 assist; Savannah Seeger 1 goal; Kate rhythm near the close of Minnesota ...25 15 7 3 33 60 55 “And that confidence really players score in double- Beef ‘O’Brady’s Bowl Vancouver .....25 14 10 1 29 78 66 Valentine 1 goal; Tori Thompson 1 assist; Erin digits. Junior Katie Loberg the opening half, however, At St. Petersburg, Fla. Meyers 26 saves. showed in how we responded Edmonton .....25 12 10 3 27 67 63 posted her second double- putting together a 20-8 run Big East vs. CUSA, 8 p.m. (ESPN) Colorado ...... 25 11 13 1 23 68 74 when Albert Lea tied the to pull within eight points of game with a minute left. The double of the season with Calgary ...... 24 10 12 2 22 54 64 10 points and a team-high Wake Forest with just over Smolders, Mayo ride girls didn’t panic and they Pacific Division 11 rebounds, while senior four minutes to play. The Dallas ...... 25 15 9 1 31 65 67 went right down and worked past Faribault Kiara Buford extended her Gophers then cut the lead Lourdes Sports Los Angeles ..25 13 8 4 30 59 56 the puck around and got the streak of double-digit scor- to four on a Banham three- San Jose ...... 22 14 7 1 29 64 51 FARIBAULT — Emilie game winner.” pointer with 40 seconds on Hall of Fame Phoenix ...... 24 13 8 3 29 65 58 Smolders scored her first ing performances to eight Century 5, Albert Lea 3 games with a team-leading the clock, but headed into 2007 Anaheim ...... 24 7 13 4 18 54 77 varsity goal and Rochester the locker room trailing by Lori Lawler (1991, basketball), Kathy Reich- THURSDAY’S GAMES Albert Lea ...... 0 1 2 — 3 15 points. Mayo blasted Faribault 4-1 nine following five unan- ert (1956, golf), Gerald “Buck’’ Miller, 1952 Columbus 4, Calgary 3, SO in Big Nine Conference girls Century ...... 1 1 3 — 5 Freshman Rachel (football), Joe Mayer (1957-1983, coach). San Jose 4, Montreal 3, SO Albert Lea: Hannah Savelkoul 1 goal, 1 swered points. hockey Thursday. Banham added 12 points 2008 Pittsburgh 2, Washington 1 assists; Mariah Leach 1 goal; Megan Pulley The Spartans outshot the 1 goal; Natasha Moyer 1 assist. Gene Macken (1968, football), Tom Wente N.Y. Rangers 5, Carolina 3 (1974, basketball), Pat Clark (1957, track.foot- Dallas 3, Ottawa 2 Falcons 41-24. Century: Ashley Adams 2 goals; Jessica Aney 2 goals, 2 assists; Katherine Aney ball), Tom Murphy (1977-2006, coach, golf). Winnipeg 1, Phoenix 0 Mayo scored two goals in THURSDAY NIGHT’S NFL SUMMARY 1 goal, 4 assists; Jessica Faunce 1 assist; Gene Eiden Award — Gene Eiden. Nashville 6, Vancouver 5 the first period as it took a Abby Cunningham 14 saves; Kaitlyn Maidl Seahawks 31, Eagles 14 Rushes-yards ...... 25-132 33-174 2009 Los Angeles 2, Florida 1 quick 2-0 lead. Steph Stettler 8 saves. Philadelphia ...... 0 7 0 7 — 14 Passing ...... 198 173 Dick Galuska (1968, football), Jerry Fogarty FRIDAY’S GAMES Seattle ...... 7 10 7 7 — 31 Punt Returns ...... 0-0 3-0 (1959, basketball), Donna Gathje-Mueller Detroit at Buffalo, 6:30 p.m. First Quarter Kickoff Returns ...... 4-92 1-24 (1978, track/cross country), Dick Sherman New Jersey at Minnesota, 7 p.m. Sea — Lynch 15 run (Hauschka kick), Interceptions Ret...... 0-0 4-146 (1965-1996, coach). N.Y. Islanders at Chicago, 7:30 p.m. 9:19. Comp-Att-Int ...... 17-29-4 13-16-0 Gene Eiden Award — Roger Daly. St. Louis at Colorado, 8 p.m. LOCAL CALENDAR Second Quarter Sacked-Yards Lost ...... 2-10 3-17 Also honored, Lourdes state championship Columbus at Edmonton, 8:30 p.m. TODAY ville, 7:15 p.m. Gymnastics Sea — Lynch 40 run (Hauschka kick), Punts ...... 4-46.3 5-39.8 1979 football team. Philadelphia at Anaheim, 9 p.m. Boys Basketball College Basketball Century, John Marshall at 14:50. Fumbles-Lost ...... 1-0 2-0 2010 SATURDAY’S GAMES Austin Invitational, 11 a.m. Century at Northfield, 7:30 Mesabi at RCTC women, 6 Phi — McCoy 1 run (Henery kick), Penalties-Yards ...... 5-28 5-30 John Gathje (1981, cross country), Stacy Montreal at Los Angeles, 2:30 p.m. p.m. p.m.; Mesabi at RCTC men, Boys Hockey 11:43. Time of Possession ...... 29:40 30:20 Sievers (1991, basketball)(, Wayne Berger Toronto at Boston, 6 p.m. Farmington at JM, 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m. St. Paul Johnson at JM (Rec Sea — FG Hauschka 49, :16. (1956, track), Gene Wente (1950-1960, coach, Ottawa at Washington, 6 p.m. INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS Boys Hockey SATURDAY Center), 3 p.m. Third Quarter track). Pittsburgh at Carolina, 6 p.m. RUSHING — Philadelphia, McCoy 17-84, Faribault at Mayo (Graham Boys Basketball Tartan at Lourdes (Graham Sea — Tate 11 pass from Jackson Young 5-32, Brown 2-11, D.Jackson 1-5. Gene Eiden Award — Ray Zeman New Jersey at Winnipeg, 6 p.m. Arena 1), 7:30 p.m. Lourdes at Chatfield, 7:30 Arena), 3 p.m. (Hauschka kick), 8:04. Seattle, Lynch 22-148, Washington 6-9, Also honored, Lourdes state championship N.Y. Rangers at Tampa Bay, 6 p.m. track teams, 1955-1960. Girls Basketball p.m. Girls Hockey Fourth Quarter Tate 1-8, Forsett 2-5, Jackson 2-4. Chicago at St. Louis, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball JM/L. at Austin, 1 p.m. Phi — McCoy 2 pass from Young (Hen- PASSING — Philadelphia, Young 17-29- 2011 Buffalo at Nashville, 7 p.m. Century at Northfield, 6 p.m. Mayo at Stillwater Invit. Breck at Mayo, 7:30 p.m. ery kick), 12:51. 4-208. Seattle, Jackson 13-16-0-190. Don Fox (1954, football), Jim Griffin (1957, Philadelphia at Phoenix, 7 p.m. JM at Farmington, 7:30 Lourdes at Chatfield, 6 p.m. College Basketball Sea — Hawthorne 77 interception return RECEIVING — Philadelphia, Cooper 5-94, track), Steve Fritz (1967, basketball), Mike N.Y. Islanders at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. McCoy 4-49, D.Jackson 4-34, Celek 3-21, Carroll (1969, 1984-2009, coach). p.m. High School Wrestling Vermilion at RCTC women, (Hauschka kick), 4:24. Calgary at Edmonton, 9 p.m. Phi Sea Avant 1-10. Seattle, Tate 4-47, Robinson Gene Eiden Award — Russ Weinschenk. Mayo at Stillwater Invit. Century, JM, Mayo at Mayo 1 p.m.; Vermilion at RCTC Florida at San Jose, 9:30 p.m. First downs ...... 20 15 4-41, Miller 2-53, Obomanu 2-28, Bald- Also honored, Lourders state championship Schaeffer Academy at Glen- Invit.l, 10:30 a.m. men, 3 p.m. ••••••••Total Net Yards ...... 330 347 win 1-21. boys basketball team, 1972-1973. POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com MONDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2011 D5

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MONDAY Hiawatha Valley League — John Marshall goes flat in third period Zumbrota-Mazeppa at Stewartville Southeast Conference — mentioned by some as a possi- Governors’ end when he stole a breakout pass in the JM Schaeffer Academy at Hope Lutheran St. Paul Johnson ble Mr. Hockey candidate, the puck from a defenseman zone and beat Rockets goalie Non-conference — was kept off the scoresheet. and, in one move, spun and Jacob Garvey (16 saves) for a Cannon Falls at Montgomery-Lonsdale P-B’s 3 stars Kasson-Mantorville at Waseca scores 3 times in JM’s defenders did a good job fired it past 4-1 lead. Gage Grace added Lyle/Pacelli at Randolph 1. Ronald Reese , of denying him position in Moberg. another goal at 15:33. third to win Johnson: The senior front of the goal and didn’t “ T h a t ’ s “I think the last half of TUESDAY forward had a goal and an give him space to move. great senior the third period they out- Big Nine Conference — Faribault at Mankato West By Jason Feldman assist in a span of 1:50 in The Rockets (1-1-1) leadership,” competed us,” Ness said. John Marshall at Century Ness said, “a “They were a little grittier [email protected] the third period to help the controlled play for most of Hiawatha Valley League — the first and second periods. great effort and got some of those ugly Triton at Stewartville (507) 281-7430 Governors put the game by a captain, goals.” It took almost seven La Crescent at Lake City Rochester John Marshall away. w o r k i n g Hayfield at Pine Island minutes for the Governors to JM is back in action at 7:30 was ready for the physical hard to get a Byron at Goodhue 2. Kyle Andrews , JM : get their first shot on goal, but p.m. Tuesday at Holy Family style of play that St. Paul goal.” Cannon Falls at Kasson-Mantorville Scored the Rockets’ lone their young goalie — eighth- Catholic, in Victoria. Johnson brought to the Roch- Andrews Winona Cotter at Kenyon-Wanamingo grader Sam Moberg — turned J o h n s o n Three Rivers Conference — ester Recreation Center. goal on a tremendous took the lead St. Paul Johnson 5, JM 1 individual effort in the away everything JM threw at First period — 1. SPJ, Thomas Murphy 1 Wabasha-Kellogg at Lewiston-Altura The Rockets even did a him in the opening period. for good just as a JM penalty (unassisted) 16:46. Second period — 2. JM, Dover-Eyota at Chatfield great job of bottling up the second period. Moberg, who has seized the expired late in the second Kyle Andrews 3 (unassisted) 4:43. 3. SPJ, Matt Southland at St. Charles period. The Rockets’ penalty Rushford-Peterson at Plainview-Elgin- Governors’ top player, 6-foot-5 3. Sam Moberg , starting job already this Ranum 2 (Thomas Vennemann 2) 14:16. Third senior forward Jay Dickman. season, stopped 16 shots in killers were unable to clear period — 4. SPJ, John Plaschko 1 (unassisted) Millville Southeast Conference — But JM was unable to capi- Johnson: The eighth-grader, the game. a rebound and Matt Ranum 12:01. 5. SPJ, Ronald Reese 1 (unassisted) in his second varsity start, buried a wrist shot from the 13:43 (sh). 6. SPJ, Gage Grace 1 (Mark Terry Hope Lutheran at Houston talize on its best scoring 2, Reese 1) 15:33 (pp). Schaeffer Academy at Grand Meadow chances, while the Governors Johnson (1-1-0) took a 1-0 slot for a 2-1 lead. stopped 16 shots to earn Shots on goal — SPJ 6-6-9—21; JM 7-4- Non-conference — buried a few of theirs. lead on Thomas Murphy’s The Governors took control the victory. unassisted goal with 14.1 6—17. Goalies — SPJ, Sam Moberg (W, Farmington at Owatonna So, despite a solid defensive in the latter stages of the third 1-1-0; 17 shots, 16 saves); JM, Jacob Garvey Northfield at Albert Lea seconds to go in the opening period, scoring three goals in (L, 0-1-1, 21 shots, 16 saves). Power-play op- Red Wing at Austin effort for most of the game, playing a physical game, JM period. a span of 3:32 to put the game portunities — SPJ 1-for-5; JM 0-for-4.Penal- Caledonia at Winona JM suffered its first loss of the coach Jay Ness said. “We have JM responded 4:43 into away. John Plaschko scored ties — SPJ 5 minors-10 minutes, 2 10-minute Faribault B.A. at Zumbrota-Mazeppa season on Saturday, 5-1, in a good size up front with some misconducts; JM 6 minors-12 minutes, 1 the second on a great indi- an even-strength goal at the Holy Angels at Minneapolis Southwest non-conference boys hockey of our veteran forwards and 10-minute misconduct. Waconia at New Prague vidual effort from senior 12:01 mark for a 3-1 lead. With game. good size at the point, too.” Minneapolis Washburn at Chanhassen co-captain Kyle Andrews. He JM on a power play, 1:42 later, PostBulletin.com “We do feel comfortable” Dickman, who has been St. Louis Park at Chaska was forechecking hard in the Ronald Reese intercepted for state hockey polls Minneapolis North at Shakopee

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ROCHESTER GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP BOYS HOCKEY Nelson guides Mayo past JM/Lourdes Lourdes slips Post-Bulletin staff Century falls in OT past rival Rochester Mayo kept the pressure on with shot after to strong East team Post-Bulletin staff shot and beat John Marshall/ Rochester Century scram- Tuesday’s rivalry game Lourdes 2-1 in a Big Nine bled to tie the score in the probably couldn’t have Conference girls hockey game third period but then lost 5-4 worked out much better for Tuesday at the Recreation in overtime to Mankato East Rochester Lourdes. Center. in a Big Nine Conference girls The Eagles earned a Mayo launched 28 shots hockey game Tuesday night at victory over a Section One, on the JM/Lourdes goal, and the Recreation Center. Class A rival, as they topped goalie Erin Meyers managed Jessica Aney scored two New Prague 5-3 at Graham 26 saves. goals and had two assists Arena I, in a rematch of last year’s section final. Lourdes E m i l y for Century which fell to 2-3 overall and 1-2 in the Big Nine won that game 2-0 to advance Nelson scored Conference with its second to state. both goals for straight loss. Yet the No. 5-ranked Mayo, with an “The girls played their Eagles (3-0-0) feel like they assist from hearts out,” said Century coach have plenty to work on as T e s s a R u d Dan Maidl. “Even though we they prepare for two tough in the first lost in OT, we pushed one of road games period, and the top teams in the confer- this week- from Ashley ence to the limit and had end (at No. Weber in the Nelson several great opportunities 14 St. Cloud second. Spar- to win the game. Cathedral tans goalie “We will take a lot of confi- and No. Rebecca Graham made 15 dence from this game.” 9 Little saves. Kaitlyn Maidl and Abby Falls). “Our defense played solid Cunningham split time in goal “The first tonight taking control of for Century and combined for two peri- the game in the second and 30 saves. ods were Michele Jokinen / [email protected] getting the puck out of our Century is home against not good,” Neumann zone and helping keep JM/ Mayo’s Gabrielle Laures, right, gets past JM/Lourdes’ Savannah Seeger during girls Mankato West on Saturday at Eagles coach Lourdes in their zone,” said hockey action Tuesday at the Rochester Recreation Center. 3 p.m. Josh Spaniol said. “I thought (goalie) Jesse (Neumann) Mayo coach Jeff Phillips. “As Mankato East 5, Century 4, OT Mayo 2, John Marshall/Lourdes 1 played well, though. He gave a team we played good team jump than we did tonight,” final few minutes.” Mankato East ...... 2 1 1 1 — 5 defense limiting their chances Rockets coach Bob Montrose Mayo ...... 1 1 0 — 2 Century ...... 2 0 2 0 — 4 us a good effort.” all three periods, and Rebecca said. “We battled hard, but Both teams play again John Marshall/Lourdes ...0 1 0 — 1 Mankato East: Katy Snyder 1 goal; Re- Neumann made 11 saves Graham was solid in net.” Mayo did a great job bringing Thursday. Mayo (4-2 over- Mayo: Tessa Rud 1 assist; Ashley Weber 1 bekah Kolstad 1 goal, 2 assists. Goalie: Melany and stopped New Prague’s the puck to our net. To their all, 3-0 conference) plays at Anderson 27 saves. Andy Kes on a breakaway Sam Macken scored in the assist; Emily Nelson 2 goals. Goalie: Rebecca credit, they kept us off track Winona, and JM/Lourdes (4-3, Graham 15 saves. Century: Ashley Adams 1 goals; Jessica in the first to keep the game second period for JM/L. Aney 2 goals, 2 assists; Katherine Aney 1 goal, and we just were not able to 3-2) is home against Albert John Marshall/Lourdes: Sam Macken 1 2 assists. Goalies: Kaitlyn Maidl 13 saves; Abby scoreless. “Mayo had a little more get going offensively until the Lea at Graham Arena. goal. Goalie: Erin Meyers 26 saves. Cunningham 17 saves. Jason Samuelson started a big night statistically for the Eagles’ top line by scoring ROCHESTER GIRLS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP with about a minute to go in the first. The line of Samu- elson, Landon Farrell and Alex Funk combined for 11 points. Farrell had a hand in Panthers pull away all five Eagles goals. The score was tied 2-2 after two — defenseman Karl Krecke scored in the from Rockets second for Lourdes — but New Prague took a 3-2 lead Post-Bulletin staff with about eight minutes remaining. Funk then scored Rochester Century used all of its twice in 61 seconds — at the resources to beat John Marshall 68-55 9:29 and 10:30 marks — to in a Big Nine Conference girls basket- give the Eagles the lead for ball game Tuesday night at the Century good. gym. It was the first conference game for Spaniol said he was very both teams; Century improved to 2-1 happy with the play of defen- overall, and JM is 1-2. seman Justin Dewitz, who had two assists, and forwards Century built a 34-27 lead by halftime Ryan Nicolay and James and gradually stretched it in the second Armstead. half. Kanani Asuncion led the Panthers with 18 points, and Katelyn Rushton “(Armstead) did his job scored 20 to power the Rockets. and worked hard on both “Our team did some very nice things ends of the ice,” Spaniol tonight; on offense and defense, we had said. “He knows his role and some great moments,” said Century played it well.” coach Chris Stenzel. “We rotated 10 Lourdes 5, New Prague 3 girls tonight and they all contributed New Prague: Joe Morris 18 saves. in the win.” Lourdes: Jason Samuelson 1 goal, 2 Morgan Hartman scored 14 points assists; Landon Farrell 1 goal, 4 assists; Justin Dewitz 2 assists; Karl Krecke 1 goal; and Bethany Schultz 13 as Century had Alex Funk 2 goals, 1 assist; Jesse Neumann three players score in double figures. 11 saves. Jamie Ruden added 13 points for the Rockets. Fire’s speed too Both teams play again Friday. JM is home against Northfield, and Century much for JM is at Mankato East. Century freshman Myesha VICTORIA — Tuesday’s Century 68, John Marshall 55 Caldwell, left, tries to stick with game was similar to a game JOHN MARSHALL (55) John Marshall’s Katelyn Rushton. that took place three days Katelyn Rushton 20, Kalli Fautsch 7, Megan Byrne 4, earlier for Rochester John Claire Kingsley 6, Megan Haynes 3, Jamie Ruden 13, Marshall. Nicole Fautsch 2. Hartman 5 rebounds, 1 assist, 3 steals; Schultz 5 rebounds, The Rockets hung with CENTURY (68) 1 assist; Hazelton 7 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal; Zumbrun- nen 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 3 steals. Kanani Asuncion 18, Myesha Caldwell 6, Alice Zumbrun- their opponent early in the nen 2, Morgan Hartman 14, Deleonne Clark 6, Samantha Halftime: CENT 34, JM 27. game, before allowing a late Mauer 3, Morgan Hazelton 4, Bethany Schultz 13, Alecia Free throws: JM 17-22, CENT 12-17. Photos by Elizabeth Nida Obert / [email protected] stretch of goals that turned a Kupfer 2. Three-point goals: JM 4 (Rushton 1, Kingsley 2, Haynes Century’s Morgan Hartman tries to get around a John Marshall player close game into a one-sided Other stats: Asuncion 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals; 1), CENT 4 (Asuncion 1, Hartman 2, Mauer 1). Tuesday at Century. game. Tuesday, JM allowed three goals in the final five minutes of a 6-0 loss to Holy ROCHESTER BOYS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP Family Catholic. “This was a very skilled team we played,” JM coach Jay Ness said. “They have a Manyang sets scoring record as Century wins high skill level and they’re very fast.” Post-Bulletin staff Manyang has been a starter A. Bassett 2, Beenken 1). LOURDES (64) Strong finished with 21 The loss came on the heels since his sophomore season James Randle 2, John Bigler 2, Sean Griffin points, Wilson with 16 and of a 5-1 setback against St. FARMINGTON — The 5, Jacob Schaefer 27, Ethan Plager 1, Mark records keep coming Ater but has getting ample varsity Schaefer scores 27 Pagel 14, Kyle Kapraun 4, Jordan Lemanski Schmidt-Pauli with 13. Paul Johnson on Saturday, time since he was a fresh- Manyang’s way. 6, Christopher Kehoe 3. “Once they started hitting where JM surrendered three man. points as Eagles roll Already Rochester Centu- Halftime : LOUR 35, PI 16. those three-point shots, they goals in a span of less than ry’s all-time rebounding and Manyang, who also totaled Lourdes had an easy time Free throws: PI 13-21, LOUR 12-18. were able to take us apart with four minutes in the third period. blocked-shots leader, the 11 rebounds and three handling Pine Island at Three-point goals: PI 2, LOUR 1. all of their speed,” Mayo coach 6-foot-5 senior also became his assists, was joined in notch- Alumni Hall, winning 64-42 in Shaun Lang said. “They’ve Holy Family built leads school’s points leader on Tues- ing a double-double by junior the Hiawatha Valley League got three potential Division I of 2-0 after one period and center Carter Evans. The 6-8 Tartan’s shooting day night in game. guards on their team.” 3-0 after two. The Fire (3-0-0) a 60-49 non- Evans had 19 points and 12 The win moved the Eagles beats Mayo came into Tuesday’s game rebounds. Mayo was in the game early, having already beaten a conference to 2-0. OAKDALE — Mayo knew it but was in trouble by halftime, team that qualified for the boys basket- Century led 31-22 at inter- Lourdes got a huge game would likely have its hands trailing 34-14. Class A state tournament ball win over mission, and bounced that from 6-foot-6 sophomore center full as it began its season on last year (New Ulm) and a Farmington. lead from between 11 and four Jacob Schaefer with 27 points. the road at Tartan. The Spartans were led by points for much of the second team ranked No. 19 in the Manyang Mark Pagel added 14. The Titans are considered Ian Reid Hathaway with 13 scored 24 half. points. Nate Penz added 11 latest Class AA state poll “Schaefer was good,” one of the top teams in the (Holy Angels). points. He Century moved to 2-0 with Lourdes coach Jim Daly said. state, including one of the fast- points. Despite all of Tartan’s “For the first half of the broke David the win. “He has some nice post moves est teams. quickness, Mayo turned over McAlpine’s first period, we skated right and he offensive rebounded What they Spartans weren’t the ball just nine times. school record Manyang Century 60, Farmington 49 with them,” Ness said. “Then well. He played well.” counting on was Tartan also for points CENTURY (60) Tartan 76, Mayo 41 their speed and skill took Ater Manyang 24, Matt Buettner 8, Kevale Lourdes led 35-16 at inter- looking like one of the best scored in a career, now with MAYO (41) over.” Taylor 3, Trevor Priestly 2, Chandler Fritcher mission. three-point shooting teams 943. McAlpine totaled 930 Maurice Cain 4, Zach Rhodes 2, Tywan The Fire outshot JM (1-2-1), 4, Carter Evans 19. around. It was the biggest points. Pine Island, now 1-1, got 16 Collins 6, Nate Penz 11, Ian Reid Hathaway 41-14. Rockets junior goalie Other stats: Manyang 11 rebounds, 3 factor in them falling 76-41 in points from Austin McGee. 13, Alex Fidler 5. Jacob Garvey stopped 35 Manyang had the record assists; Evans 12 rebounds; Century 46 FG the non-conference game. broken before the first half shooting. Lourdes hosts powerful Other stats: Reid Hathaway 5 rebounds. shots. The Titans blistered from was over, scoring 13 points. FARMINGTON (49) Hayfield on Friday night. Pine TARTAN (76) JM is back in action at long distance, hitting 11 of Johnny Dittman 2, Mackinley Bassett 7, Island hosts Dover-Eyota on Darrion Strong 21, Marshawn Wilson 16, 7:30 p.m. Saturday against “It was a great accomplish- 19 three-point attempts. That Austin Bassett 8, Alex Chadwick 2, Darren Thursday. Kyle Von Schmidt-Pauli 13, Mikal Davis 6, Rochester Mayo at Graham ment for Ater,” Century coach included their top three Max Bohrer 4. Beenken 18, Nick Varner 7, Tom Sell 5. Lourdes 64, Pine Island 42 Arena. Joe Ohm said. “The next thing Other stats : 48 FG percentage. players — Darrion Strong, Halftime: TART 34, MAYO 14. will be for him to score 1,000 PINE ISLAND (42) Halftime: CENT 31, FARM 22. Marshawn Wilson and Kyle Free throws: MAYO 5-11, TART 7-8. Holy Family 6, JM 0 points for his career. Then he Noah Smith 2, Trevor Akason 7, Marcus Free throws: CENT 6-14, FARM 3-7. Von Schmidt-Pauli, going MAYO 4 (Penz 3, Fid- John Marshall: Jacob Garvey 35 saves. can be a 1,000-point and 1,000- Frick 3, Ben Warneke 5, Austin McGee 16, Three-point goals: CENT 4 (Manyang 1, 10-for-13 from beyond the dler 1), 11 (Strong 4, Wilson 3, Schmidt-Pauli Holy Family Catholic: Larry Bieneman rebound guy.” Three-point goals: Colton Sinning 4, Jared Lohmeyer 1, Alex ••••••••Buettern 2, Taylor 1), FARM 4 (M. Bassett 1, Traut 4. arc. 3). 14 saves. D4 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2011 POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com

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BOYS HOCKEY BOYS BASKETBALL Mayo falls Spartans stay unbeaten in Big Nine to Northfield Post-Bulletin staff son, sparked the game-winning at 7:30 p.m. Saturday against “It wasn’t a pretty win, but power play. Rochester Mayo received goal, as Jack Dingle scored Rochester John Marshall at it was a good character win,” Travis, who also had one Post-Bulletin staff contributions from all of its short-handed in the third Graham Arena. Century coach Josh Klingfus assist, and Nick Jacobs each Rochester Mayo got off top offensive players, as well period to snap a 2-2 tie. Mayo 4, West 2 said. had four-point games. They to a slow start and suffered as another strong night from Ryan Martin added an insur- West: Tyler Resner 1 goal; Zach Erickson Century trailed 2-0 after are tied for the team lead the consequences Thursday its top penalty killers. ance goal a few minutes later 1 goal; Landon Brown 1 assist; Nick Campbell one period in its conference with nine points each. night as it fell to Northfield 1 assist. That added up to a second for Mayo (2-1-0 overall, 2-0-0 opener, but its power play Hayden Ashworth and 60-57 in non-conference Big Nine). Mayo: Adam Alcott 1 goal, 1 assist; Max boys basketball at McNish consecutive Big Nine Confer- Whitney 2 assists; Steve Serratore 1 goal; started rolling in the second Brandon Kautz also had two ence boys hockey victory West led throughout most Josh Newman 1 assist; Ryan Martin 1 goal; period. Four of Century’s five assists each, while Wyatt Gymnasium. for the Spartans, 4-2 against of the first period, with goals Jack Dingle 1 goal, 1 assist; Michael DeBus- goals came with a Faribault Travis added an assist on Northfield built a 35-27 Mankato West on Thursday at by Tyler Resner and Zach man 13 saves. player in the penalty box, as Dalton Travis’ game winner. halftime lead. Erickson. Mayo’s Adam Alcott Graham Arena I. the Panthers finished 4-for-6 “That power play unit is scored in between those two, “Northfield played a “I thought we worked hard Century rallies to win on power-play chances. working well right now,” making it a 2-1 West lead. great first half to put us in the whole game, from start to Century will go a long ways Klingfus said, “and we have Steve Serratore then struck They were a hole,” said Mayo coach finish,” Mayo assistant coach when its power play clicks like a lot of other guys doing nice for Mayo on a 5-on-3 power led by junior Shaun Lang, whose team Todd Huyber said, “and our it did on Thursday. stuff that aren’t always in the play late in the first to tie the forward fell to 0-2, both non-confer- penalty kill was very good The Panthers scored on two- D a l t o n box score, making hits and ence losses. again.” score at 2-2. thirds of their man-advantage Travis, who playing well away from the “We played catch-up in T h a t That’s how the score stayed opportunities and battled back notched his puck.” until the third period. the second half and had penalty-kill- from a two-goal first-period first hat trick Century outshot the plenty of chances to tie ing group, Alcott had an assist in addi- deficit. Century led for only the of the season Falcons, 39-22. Eric or take the lead down the led by defen- tion to his goal, and junior final five minutes of the game, and now has Rohleder stopped 18 shots stretch, including a good seman Jack Max Whitney had two assists but the Panthers persevered a team-best for the Panthers to earn the look at a three-point shot to Dingle and for Mayo. West dropped its throughout and pulled out a seven goals victory. win with about 10 seconds forwards second consecutive game to 5-4 Big Nine Conference boys through four Travis Century 5, Faribault 4 on the clock. It’s a tough N o l a n fall to 2-2-1 overall and 2-2-0 hockey victory against Farib- games for the loss to take but I believe in the Big Nine. Century: Dalton Travis 3 goals, 1 assist; Nick Edwards, Nik ault at the Rochester Recre- Panthers (2-2-0 overall, 1-0-0 Jacobs 2 goals, 2 assists; Hayden Ashworth our guys will learn and Brozovich and Mayo outshot West 33-15. The ation Center. Big Nine). Two of his three 2 assists; Brandon Kautz 2 assists; Wyatt Travis bounce back quickly.” Seth Gilbert- Dingle Spartans are back in action goals Thursday were on the 1 assist; Eric Rohleder 18 saves. The Spar- tans were led offen- GIRLS HOCKEY THURSDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS sively by guard Nate Penz with Bruesewitz, BOYS BASKETBALL 16 points. THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Forward Ian Reid Rockets Rushford-Pet. 74, St. Charles 55 Hathaway ST. CHARLES (55) added 12. top Tigers Alvaro Lange 2, Jeremy Becher 1, Chase North- Penz Busian 6, Dakota Smith 9, Matt Montgomery field, now 2, Aaron Leistikow 15, Will Swiggum 20. Post-Bulletin staff 1-2 on the year after losing RUSHFORD-PETERSON (74) John Marshall/Lourdes to Century and St. Thomas Kyle Johnson 3, Seth Thompson 9, Aus- Academy, beat Mayo from scored two power-play goals tin O’Hare 2, Nick Thompson 31, Trent Vix and Mia Bruesewitz made 13, Nate Kingsley 6, Jorli Hauge 8, Shane the free-throw line. The 19 saves to record a shut- Jacobson 2. Raiders connected on 10 of out as the Rockets blanked Halftime: R-P 33, STC 19. 16 free throws, compared to Albert Lea 3-0 in Big Nine Free throws: STC 12-20, R-P 16-25. 3-of-8 by Mayo. Three-point goals: STC 3 (Busian 1, Swig- Conference girls hockey on gum 2), R-P 6 (S.Thompson 1, N.Thompson Leif Olson, a 6-foot-6 Thursday. 1, Vix 2, Hauge 2). senior forward, scored 16 “Mia Bruesewitz played points for Northfield. well in goal for us making a NON-CONFERENCE Northfield 60, Mayo 57 few big saves and handling Lake City 60, L-A 31 NORTHFIELD (60) the puck well,” JM/L coach LEWISTON-ALTURA (31) Eric Shepley 5, Aaron Stets 4, William Bob Montrose said. Seeberg 7, David Wille 3, Walid Keita 13, Conner Tapp 0, Cole Weaver 2, Jay Som- Leif Olson 16, Ethan Koep 6, Jacob Ma- Sam Macken scored a mers 0, Tanner Jensen 0, Nate Reps 5, Cole thison 6. power-play goal for the Greden 0, Dakota Winkelman 0, Matt Bur- Rockets in the first period. feind 2, Justin Wise 1, John Nahrgang 2, Josh MAYO (57) Nicole Nelson and Tori Ehlenfeldt 19. Maurice Cain 7, Alex Proell 3, Tywan Other stats: Reps 5 rebounds. Collins 8, Nate Penz 16, Ian Reid Hathaway Thompson, on the power 12, Dan Jech 2, Alex Fidler 9. play, scored in the third LAKE CITY (60) Brandyn Oliver 4, Jack Falvey 0, Matt Herzig Halftime: NOR 35, MAYO 27. period as JM/L pulled 2, Nicholas Oeltjen 0, Reid Lundell 0, Mitch Free throws: NOR 10-16, MAYO 3-8. away. Kunchinka 0, Coleman Sweeney 7, Ben Sch- Three-point goals: NOR 6. “We wanted to bring the ramski 13, Jake Griebenow 3, Josh Atkinson Elizabeth Nida Obert / [email protected] 2, Luke Bremer 21, Zach Hinrichs 8. puck to the net more tonight John Marshall’s Jay Wehrenberg, right, wrestles at 120 pounds against Medford and the girls did a good job Other stats: Sweeney 6 rebounds, 4 as- sists; Lundell 6 rebounds. Thursday at John Marshall. getting 39 shots on goal. Halftime: LC 31, L-A 14. Overall it was a nice win Free throws: L-A 2-8, LC 15-19. LOCAL CALENDAR against a competitive Albert Three-point goals: L-A 5 (Ehlenfeldt 4, Four Directions 73, Schaeffer 60 the win by hitting free throws in the closing Adam Gehling (S) pinned Sam Moenning :22. Lea team,” Montrose said. Reps 1), LC 3 (Schramski 3). minutes. 220 — Trey Chatman (H) forfeit. 285 — Tim FOUR DIRECTIONS (73) TODAY The coach said Thomp- Twohey (S) forfeit. Pine Island 59, D-E 54 Kyle Roy 20, Louis Leonard 1, Tim Tallman Prairie Seeds 53, Cannon F. 43 High School Boys Basketball son and Kelly Bier both had 18, Andrew Bigsmoke 15, Dominic Thompson Stewartville 61, Pine Island 12 Hayfield at Lourdes, 7:15 p.m. PRAIRIE SEEDS ACADEMY (53) strong games. DOVER-EYOTA (54) 6, Marcus McDade 10, Richard King 3. 106 — Alex Higgins (S) tech. fall Issac Bryan Halverson 4, Dayton Halverson 2, Arianna Fuller 15, Diamond Butler 7, Azia Schaeffer Academy at Hope Lutheran JM/Lourdes 3, Albert Lea 0 SCHAEFFER ACADEMY (60) Haman 17-2 (3:02). 113 — Bailey Herman (St. Mary’s University, Winona), Tyler Mandler 8, John Rowe 0, Brady Boynton Jacobs 8, Ilanna 2, Bryanna 14, Monisha 3, (S) tech. fall Trevor Turner 17-2 (5:12). 120 Albert Lea ...... 0 0 0 — 0 5, Tim Stellpflug 12, Nate Vang 10, Alex Jech Zach Sanger 5, Dan Streifel 4, Josh Hanson Alaysha 2, Al’nisa 2. — Tanner Johnson (S) pinned Tyler Ljecher 7:30 p.m. JM/L ...... 0 1 2 — 3 3, Connor Wondrasch 8, Brady Munroe 7. 3, Nathan Hanson 25, Joe Vaughan 2, Jordan CANNON FALLS (43) 1:38. 126 — Brett Stolarzyk (S) tech. fall High School Girls Basketball Whitcomb 21. Albert Lea: Goalie: Katie Schwarz 36 PINE ISLAND (59) Makenzie Franklin 13, Natalie Reinardy 8, Adam Pleschcourt 18-3 (5:12). 132 — Brad Century at Mankato East, 7:30 p.m. saves. Noah Smith 0, Trevor Akason 18, Marcus Halftime: FD 34, SA 31. Cortney Johnson 2, Michaela Stellrecht 2, Haze (PI) dec. Hunter Johnson 9-2. 138 — Mitchell Kukson (PI) dec. Mike Malone 9-2. Northfield at John Marshall, 7:30 p.m. John Marshall/Lourdes: Sam Macken 1 Frick 6, Ben Warneke 0, Austin McGee 17, Free throws: FD 5-11, SA 12-14. Courtney Woodcock 4, Erica Zimmerman 6, goal, 1 assist; Nicole Nelson 1 goal; Savan- Colton Sinning 13, Jared Lohmeyer 0, Alex Marissa Stein 1, Maggie Rutter 7. 145 — Sean Engel (S) maj. dec. Isaiah Rutten Winona at Mayo, 7:30 p.m. FD 6 (Bigsmoke 2, nah Seeger 1 assist; Kathleen Valentine 1 Traut 0. Three-point goals: Other stats: Franklin 6 rebounds; Reinardy 10-2. 152 — Zach Jaeger (S) pinned Sam Schaeffer Academy at Hope Lutheran Thompson 2, Mcdade 2), SA 2 (J Hanson McPhail 3:11. 160 — Austin Rosenblad (S) assist; Tori Thompson 1 goal. Goalie: Mia Halftime: PI 32, D-E 28. 6 rebounds, 6 steals; Woodcock 7 rebounds, (St. Mary’s University, Winona), 6 p.m. Bruesewitz 19 saves. 1, Sanger 1). 5 blocks. pinned Brad Bye 1:59. 170 — Shane Curtis Free throws: D-E 8-20, PI 16-25. High School Wrestling Halftime: CF 28, PSA 25. (S) forfeit. 182 — Matt Aldrich (S) forfeit. 195 Three-point goals: D-E 3 (Mendler 2, Houston 59, Rochester HS 39 — Adam Gehling (S) pinned Calvin LaCasse Stellpflug 1), PI 4 (Akason 2, Sinning 2). Free throws: PSA 17-43, CF 16-24. Mayo at Plainview-Elgin-Millville, Mayo slides past 2:49. 220 — Zach Kennedy (PI) pinned Shaun 7:30 p.m. ROCHESTER HOME SCHOOL (39) Three-point goals: 4 (Fuller 2, Butler 1, Uhlir 1:24. 285 — Tim Twohey (S) pinned rival Winona Fillmore Cent. 44, Lanesboro 43 Ben Cole 10, Alex Pelvak 7, Noah Pelvak Bryanna 1), CF 1 (Reinardy 1). Brady Rueb :54. High School Boys Hockey 2, Elias Rosedahl 10, Keiser Wurgler 6, Zach Lourdes at St. Cloud Cathedral, WINONA — Mayo fell LANESBORO (43) Braden Hanson 20, C.D. Hanson 6, Cory Parlier 2, Jake Beauchene 2. GYMNASTICS NON-CONFERENCE 7:15 p.m. behind early, but bounced Strom 0, Erik Peterson 15, Joey O’Koren 2. HOUSTON (59) back nicely on Thursday BIG NINE CONFERENCE John Marshall 45, Medford 24 Junior College Men’s Basketball FILLMORE CENTRAL (44) Troy Sires 10, Josh Hongerholt 7, Mitchell RCTC vs. Fond du Lac, at Cloquet, night as it skated past 106 — Seth Elwood Medford (M) dec. Tyler Eickhoff 12, Andy Todd 3, Ryan Baker Beckman 5, Tyler Hoskins 0, Hans Lundberg Rochester quadrangular 8 p.m. Winona 3-1 in Big Nine 4, Zachary Olstad 6, Mitch Johnson 2, Ryan 6, Christian Sires 0, Josh Vix 18, Tyler Pep- Logan Saltou 10-6. 113 — Jesse Hanson Conference girls hockey. Mayer 4, Isaac Sveen 13. linski 11, Riley Horihan 0, Cohl Lee 0, Nick Team scores (JM) won by forfeit. 120 — Tyler Keller (M) Junior College Women’s Basketball Faribault 129.25, Century 127.85, John maj. dec. Jay Wehrenberg 12-0. 126 — The Winhawks took a 1-0 Free throws: LAN 2-2, FC 1-6. Schneider 2. RCTC vs. Fond du Lac, at Cloquet, Marshall 117.05, Mayo 96.72. Carter Williamson (JM) pinned AJ Chappius 6 p.m. Three-point goals: LAN 9 (Peterson 5, Other stats: Vix 8 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 1:39. 132 — Andrew Moore (JM) pinned first-period lead. After that, Top performances Hanson 2, Hanson 2), FC 3 (Eickhoff 2, Todd steal; T. Sires 4 assists, 3 steals; T. Peplinski Nate Valen 2:31. 138 — Nick Borth (JM) SATURDAY however, it was all Spartans. 1). 6 steals, 2 blocks. Andi Jacobs (Century) Katie Tran (JM) Amber Mayo got goals from Olivia dec. Andrew Keller 5-2. 145 — Brad Maas High School Boys Basketball Notes: Ryan Baker for Fillmore Central Halftime: HOU 34, RHS 23. Armstrong (Mayo) and Sarah Kohman (JM) (M) maj. dec. Nathan Evan 15-1. 152 — Curt Mewhorter (Steph Stettler made the game-winning shot in the last coming off an injury. Bloomington Kennedy at Century, Free throws: RHS 9-12, HOU 14-20. Mass (M) maj. dec. Tim Moore 16-8. 160 assist) and Stettler in the second. Notes: “Many girls performed new skills — Timmy Vanderwiel (JM) pinned Hunter 7:30 p.m. second period. Three-point goals: 2 (Cole 1, A. Plevak today. Sarah Kohman (JM) recieved her high Clayton 3:25. 170 — Dan Larsen (M) dec. Alex High School Girls Basketball P-E-M 68, Stewartville 28 1), HOU 5 (Vix 3, T. Sires 2). score on floor (8.675). Each team improved Brown 4-1. 182 — Kenny Maclin (JM) won Mayo closed the evening’s their score from last meet,” said Rochester Byron at Lourdes, 6 p.m. PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE (68) by forfeit. 195 — Ryan Willaimson (JM) won scoring with a goal from GIRLS BASKETBALL coach Brittney Graham. Rochester teams by forfeit. 220 — Nathan Elzen (M) pinned High School Wrestling Kali Aldrich. Chase Montgomery 13, Cole Stelow 2, compete against Owatonna next Thursday Dontorrie Chatman 3:24. 285 — Haris Kaltak Mayo at Shakopee Invitational, 10 a.m. Brandon Bennett 0, Mike Barnes 5, Aaron at Gage. (JM) won by forfeit. Mayo coach Jeff Phillips Grobe 3, Tanner Lammers 1, Luke Hugstad NON-CONFERENCE High School Boys Hockey was pleased with the win. 2, Schyler Thompson 2, Levi Folkert 2, Cory Goodhue 65, Blooming P. 47 WRESTLING Kenyon-W. 45, St. Charles 30 Century at Mankato West (Mankato All “This was a great char- Speer 20, Beau Nelson 7, Sam Ruth 9, Nick Seasons Arena), 7:30 p.m. Shanks 2. BLOOMING PRAIRIE (47) 106 — Dylan Craig (KW) pinned Alan acter builder for us tonight BIG NINE CONFERENCE Spaeth 0:37. 113 — Jacy Ball (SC) dec. Ted John Marshall at Mayo (Graham Arena STEWARTVILLE (28) Jesaray Suazo 2, Madison Worke 13, Sara versus a section and confer- Noble 7, Cortney Easton 1, Melanie Grant 4, Mankato West 65, Century 15 Androli 7-2. 120 — Jace Clawiter (KW) 1), 7:30 p.m. ence rival,” he said. “The Zach Schwalbach 4, Shane Mlenar 0, Jon Shelbi Swenson 3, Taylor Hagen 17. pinned Chris Roth 3:49. 126 — Mitchel Lourdes at Little Falls, 3 p.m. girls made some adjust- Pyan 0, Ethan Yost 1, Jacob Narveson 0, Luke 106 — Charlie Dundas (MW) pinned Jonny Lexvold (KW) pinned Cody Ball 1:53. 132 — Lonien 5, Tyler Schmitz 1, Will Gisler 9, Dain GOODHUE (65) Brushaber 3:47. 113 — Noah Lowe (MW) Oakley McLain (KW) won by forfeit. 138 — High School Girls Hockey ments and really took it to Bauman 4, Jack Howell 4. Mikayla Tipcke 2, Brooke Bitzan 7, Mi- pinned Wilson Yang 2:46. 120 — Frankie Vil- Richardo Chavez (SC) pinned Blake Johnson Mankato West at Century (Recreation kayla Miller 25, Kali Ryan 9, Erica Tipcke 14, lenueve (RC) pinned Russell Koenigs 2:33. them in the second (period), Halftime: P-E-M 37, STEW 11. 1:48. 145 — Kevin Hope (KW) dec. Dane Center), 3 p.m. scoring two goals.” Meridith Watson 2, Allison Cordes 4, Molly 126 — Carter Burroughs (MW) pinned Mueller 13-6. 152 — Nick Bauer (KW) pinned Free throws: P-E-M 18-25, STEW 9-22. McNamara 2. Junior College Men’s Basketball The Spartans got 30 saves Tanner Hall 0:23. 132 — Tyler Herwig (MW) Josh Nicklay 2:50. 160 — Drew Sathrum Three-point goals: P-E-M 4 (Speer 4), Other stats: Miller 9 rebounds, 8 steals; (KW) won by forfeit. 170 — Trent Brossard RCTC at St. Cloud Tech, 3 p.m. from Rebecca Graham. won by forfeit. 138 — Evan Jakes (MW) won STEW 1 (Gisler 1). E.Tipcke 7 rebounds. by forfeit. 145 — Aaron Wall (MW) tech. fall (KW) pinned Cole Small 5:46. 182 — Daniel Junior College Women’s Basketball Winona goalie Lindsey Halftime: GOOD 35, BP 21. Chavez (SC) pinned Travis Washburn 2:59. Victor Lechner 18-3. 152 — Cody Carnahan RCTC at St. Cloud Tech, 1 p.m. Cafferty had 28. Spring Grove 51, Waukon 40 Free throws: BP 5-9, GOOD 9-12. (MW) pinned Adam Douangmala 3:17. 160 195 — Caleb Small (SC) pinned Bailey Paquin — Will Mahora (RC) pinned Josiah Dahlgren 4:27. 220 — Matt Wilson (SC) pinned Nick Junior College Wrestling “Rebecca really stepped SPRING GROVE (51) Three-point goals: BP 2 (Noble 1, Sw- enson 1), GOOD 4 (Bitzan 2, Miller 1, Ryan 5:45. 170 — Xavier Dahlgren (MW) pinned Langer 5:23. 285 — Tyler Heim (SC) dec. RCTC at SCSU Husky Open, St. Cloud, up her game in the last two Josh Olerud 3, Aric Elton 17, Derek John- 1). Nick O’Brien 0:11. 182 — Kevin Mountain Mitchell Donkers 2-0. 9 a.m. periods controlling all shots son 0, Jake Kraus 6, Eli Gleason 5, Blaine (MW) won by forfeit. 195 — Tyler Jakes and not giving up any second Storlie 16, Sam Ellingson 4, Brandon Schut- Rochester HS 50, Houston 44 (MW) pinned Justin Morbeck 0:26. 220 — USC 62, Hayfield 15 SUNDAY temeier 0. Thomas Williams (MW) pinned Daniel Lopez (No local events scheduled). chances,” Phillips said. ROCHESTER HOME SCHOOL (50) (Tuesday) “I credit our third line of WAUKON (40) 0:31. 285 — Luke Wilson (RC) dec. Conor Hannah Theison 10, Abby Rudlong 2, Wandersheid 3-0. Josh Thorson 0, Nick Carsten 4, Lars 106 — Jackson Heydt (H) dec. Adam Knut- Allie Durigan, Beth Gibson Rachel Hart 10, Anastasia Bruss 6, Liz Bruss son 6-4. 113 — Issac Wangen (H) pinned Matt The P-B’s Ben and Meghan Trangsrud for Sivesind 2, Austin Troendle 2, Ben Ewing 22. HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE 0, Logan Wood 4, Parker Hesse 9, Reid Ma- Harpestad 1:26. 120 — Jake Gonsalez (USC) Pherson and competing with Winona’s won by forfeit. 126 — Teagun Sunde (USC) honey 0, Christian Fahey 19. HOUSTON (44) Stewartville 56, Hayfield 15 top lines this whole game.” Vanessa Lee 21, Lierin Carrier 2, Brooke dec. August Ducharme 8-2. 132 — Dylan Her- Jason Feldman Halftime: SG 27, WAU 24. 106 — Alex Higgins (S) pinned Jax Bauer man (USC) pinned Mike Wytaske 1:30. 138 Mayo 3, Winona 1 Anderson 4, Taylor Lehmann 5, Bailey Proud- write a blog, Free throws: SG 8-16, WAU 5-8. foot 4, Abbey Loken 8. 1:51. 113 — Bailey Herman (S) maj. dec. — Derek Herman (USC) won by forfeit. 145 Mayo ...... 0 2 1 — 3 — Skylar Peterson (USC) pinned Darien Edds “Faceoff.” To Three-point goals: SG 5 (Storlie 3, Olerud Other stats: Lee 10 reb, 5 steals, 5 assists; Issac Wangen 9-0. 120 — Tanner Johnson (S) Winona ...... 1 0 0 — 1 forfeit. 126 — Brett Stolarzyk (S) forfeit. 3:44. 152 — Maclan Bushlack (USC) pinned find it, go to our 1, Elton 1), WAU 1 (Parker Hesse 1). Loken 6 rebounds; Anderson 8 rebounds, 132 Mayo: Gabby Laures 1 assist; Olivia Me- — Mike Wytaske (H) dec. Hunter Johnson Dylan Arndt 5:46. 160 — Conner Nelson (H) 3 steals; Wieser 5 rebounds. web site, www. whorter 1 goal, 1 assist; Steph Stettler Notes: Down 42-38 in the fourth quarter 12-9. 138 — Mike Malone (S) forfeit. 145 pinned Travis Brown 1:51. 170 — Colten 1 goal, 1 assist; Kali Aldrich 1 goal. Goalie: (Iowa plays quarters), Blaine Storlie hit a Halftime: RHS 28, HOU 14. — Sean Engel (S) pinned Darien Edds 5:16. Carlson (USC) pinned Garrison Mindrup postbulletin.com, Rebecca Graham 30 saves. three-pointer for Spring Grove. Aric Elton Free throws: RHS 9-19, HOU 4-12. 152 — Zach Jaeger (S) pinned Dylan Arndt 2:36. 182 — Brady Thisus (USC) maj. dec. click “Sports,” Winona: Goalie: Lindsey Cafferty then scored seven straight points. Storlie Three-point goals: 1 (Bruss 1), HOU 0. 1:56. 160 — Conner Nelson (H) dec. Austin Corey Thompson 20-5. 195 — Freddi Garcia then “Faceoff 28 saves. later hit 5 of 6 free throws as Spring Grove Notes: Down by double figures, Houston Rosenblad 6-5. 170 — Shane Curtis (S) maj. (USC) won by forfeit. 220 — Brett Ulrich (USC) closed the game with a 7-0 run. Waukon pulled within two points with just minutes dec. Garrison Mindrup 15-3. 182 — Corey pinned Trey Chatman 5:23. 285 — Nathan blog.” leads all-time series 7-2. left. But the Rochester Home Schoolers sealed Thompson (H) dec. Matt Aldrich 4-1. 195 — Mulenbeck (USC) pinned. •••••••• POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2011 D3

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ROCHESTER BOYS HOCKEY ROUNDUP Highlights and heroes Boys basketball • Andrew Riedemann scored 22 points to lead Grand Meadow in a close 62-60 win over Schaeffer Academy in a Southeast Conference game. Jordan Whitcomb powered Schaeffer with 29 points. • Blooming Prairie’s Michael Thomas scored 21 points and had 10 rebounds in a 44-37 loss to Win- ona Cotter. • Sam Edwards came off the bench to score 13 points, including hitting the game-winning basket with Edwards four seconds left as Zumbrota-Mazeppa beat Stewart- ville 44-43. Devon Holtegaard had 10 rebounds for Z-M. Will Gisler had 13 points and 15 rebounds for the Tigers. • Zachary Olstad scored 18 points to lead Fillmore Central to a 53-39 win over Mabel-Canton. Wrestling • Mayo got pins from Brady Nelson (138 pounds), Jake Hanson (145), Sam Hinsch (170), Loren Lorang (182), Jose Contreras (195) and Justin Carr (220) as it rolled to a 54-28 win over Austin. • Century’s Frankie Villenueve picked up a pin at 120 pounds, sticking Blake O’Neil in 5:23. Still, Century fell to Faribault 60-9.

Scott Jacobson / [email protected] Mayo’s Nick Brozovich puts a puck over the shoulder of Austin’s Rainer Londino-Green Thursday night at River- side Arena in Austin. Brozovich had two goals and four assists as the Spartans won 11-1. Hanson gets hat trick, Mayo wins big Post-Bulletin staff points each. Sandwick and Matt Broman, who each AUSTIN — Nine Rochester Mayo play- Mayo is back in action Saturday, when had a goal and two assists, were among ers had more than one point and sopho- it plays host to Farmington at 7:30 p.m. three Rockets who had three-point more Tommy Hanson notched his first at Graham Arena I. nights. Junior Nick Paulson also had a goal and two assists. varsity hat trick as the Spartans rolled to Mayo 11, Austin 0 an 11-1 Big Nine Conference boys hockey Mayo : Nik Brozovich 2 goals, 4 assists; Tommy Hanson 3 Sophomore forward Sam Broman victory against Austin on Thursday. goals, 1 assist; Jack Dingle 3 assists; Matt Rogers 1 goal, 1 also scored twice — his first two varsity Scott Jacobson / [email protected] Hanson, who had three goals and an assist; Will Holtan 2 assists; Tommy Fjelsted 1 goal, 1 assist; goals. Three other Mayo’s Brady Nelson gets the advantage over Austin’s Max Whitney 2 goals; Seth Gilbertson 1 goal, 1 assist; Brian Rockets had two-point Brandon Cotter during the 138-pound match Thursday assist, was one of three Spartans who Murray 2 assists; Michael DeBusman 21 saves. recorded three or more points as they Austin : Nick Castellano 1 goal; Rainer Londino-Green games. Alex Lovett had night in the Ove Berven Gymnasium at Austin High won for the third time in the past four 53 saves. a goal and an assist, School. Nelson was one of six Spartans to win by pin games. Kyle Andrews had two in a 54-28 dual meet victory. Nik Brozovich had a hand in more Power play powers assists and McGinn had than half of Mayo’s goals. The senior a goal and an assist. Boys hockey forward scored two goals and assisted John Marshall past East JM, which outshot on four others. He now leads the team East 47-6, led 3-0 after • Preston Blaney stopped 32 shots, but Red Wing in points (13) and is tied with junior Max MANKATO — Rochester John the first period and 6-0 fell to Northfield, 4-2. Northfield goalie Isaak Tjaden Whitney — who also had a pair of goals Marshall has been searching for more after two. Junior goalie was the star of the game, making 50 saves. against Austin — for the team lead with production and intensity from its power S. Broman Jimmy Casazza stopped five goals. play. all six shots he faced to Girls hockey Senior defenseman Jack Dingle had The Rockets found what they’ve been earn the shutout and his second victory • Dodge County rode the scoring of Darby Dodds a three-assist night, including assists on looking for on Thursday. of the season. as it beat Winona 6-2. Dodds had four goals. Emily both of Whitney’s goals. JM scored half of its goals on the man- The Rockets return to Mankato on Gunderson had three assists. Dodds Mayo (3-2-0 overall, 3-1-0 Big Nine) advantage in an 8-0 Big Nine Conference Saturday for a 6 p.m. game against outshot Austin, 64-22. Senior goalie boys hockey victory against Mankato East Mankato West. Boys swimming/diving at All Seasons Arena. Hunter Height- Michael DeBusman stopped 21 shots to JM 8, Mankato East 0 • Tanner Nimke (200 freestyle, 500 freestyle) and Nick Cox (50 pick up his second victory of the season land, Matt Broman, Gavin Sandwick and JM : Gavin Sandwick 1 goal, 2 assists; Matt Broman 1 Alec McGinn all scored power-play goals freestyle, 100 freestyle) both won two individual events as John Marshall for the Spartans. goal, 2 assists; Nick Paulson 1 goal, 2 assists; Alex Lovett 1 defeated Mankato West 93-91. Austin Cook won the diving and was for JM (4-2-1 overall, 3-0-0 Big Nine). goal, 1 assist; Kyle Andrews 2 assists; Sam Broman 2 assists; “Our forwards really jumped on pucks also part of a winning relay. Coach Jay Ness said the Rockets were Alec McGinn 1 goal, 1 assist; Hunter Heightland 1 goal; Jack in front of the net and worked hard to Christensen 1 assist; Kevin Henslin 1 assist; Jared Kristo 1 get to loose pucks,” Mayo assistant coach more assertive on the power play. assist; Jimmy Casazza 6 saves. Todd Huyber said. “We went to the net a lot better,” Ness Mankato East : Lucas Weihe 39 saves. Six Spartans — Whitney, Matt Rogers, said. “We got the puck to the net and the Will Holtan, Tommy Fjelsted, Seth Gilb- guys got to the rebounds. We didn’t hesi- PostBulletin.com ertson and Brian Murray — had two tate as much as we have in the past.” for Mayo-Austin boys hockey slide show

LOCAL CALENDAR ROCHESTER GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP TODAY High School Boys Basketball Panthers shut out Faribault Century at Faribault, 7:30 p.m. Post-Bulletin staff three games, starting Tuesday John Marshall at Mankato East, Spartans beat Austin 7:30 p.m. FARIBAULT — Rochester at Owatonna. Austin at Mayo, 7:30 p.m. Century got some strong goal- for fifth straight win Mayo 7, Austin 3 tending from Kaitlyn Maidl Austin ...... 1 1 1 — 3 Triton at Lourdes, 7:15 p.m. Elizabeth Nida Obert / [email protected] and Abby Cunningham as it AUSTIN — Rochester Mayo Mayo ...... 2 2 3 — 7 Schaeffer Academy at Lanesboro, got past Faribault 3-0 in Big scored multiple goals in each Austin: No stats provided. Mayo’s Amber Armstrong took third in the balance 7:15 p.m. Nine Conference girls hockey period and cruised to a 7-3 Mayo: Jamie Clay 1 assist; Allie Durigan 1 beam at Thursday’s meet at Gage East. Owatonna High School Girls Basketball Thursday. win over Austin in a Big Nine assist; Beth Gibson 1 assist; Olivia Mewhorter won the four-team meet. Faribault at Century, 7:30 p.m. Century led Conference girls hockey game 1 assist; Olivia Kemp 1 goal; Ashley Weber 1 Thursday night. goal; Mackenzie McCormack 2 goals, 1 as- Mankato East at John Marshall, 2-0 after the sists; Emily Nelson 2 goals, 2 assists; Makinzee Gymnastics first period, Mayo opened a 2-0 lead in 7:30 p.m. Kazeck 2 assists; Meghan Trangsrud, 1 goals. • Century’s Andi Jacobs won the all-around in a and 3-0 after the first period and never Mayo at Austin, 7:30 p.m. Goalie: Rebecca Graham 24 saves. four-team meet at Gage East. Jacobs had a score the second. trailed en Lanesboro at Schaeffer Academy, of 35.125. She was also first in the floor exercise “It was a route to a 7:15 p.m. (8.975), second on the uneven parallel bars (8.5), well-played fifth straight JM/Lourdes falls Lourdes at Pine Island, 7:15 p.m. second on the balance beam (8.45), and second game by the win. The on the vault (9.2). High School Wrestling girls where Spartans to Mankato East Mayo at Minnesota Christmas Tour- we met our improved to MANKATO — Mankato East 7-2 overall nament (RCTC). defensive Maidl scored in the third period to Girls basketball goals and got and 5-0 in the snap a tie en route to a 2-1 • Abbey Lokken scored 19 — half of Houston’s College Women’s Basketball conference. Jacobs good goaltending from Kaitlyn victory over John Marshall/ points — in the Hurricanes’ 46-38 loss to visiting RCTC at ARCC WBB Tournament Maidl and Abby Cunningham,” Austin is 5-4, Lourdes in Big Nine Confer- (Coon Rapids). Le Roy-Ostrander. Century goalie Dan Maidl said. 3-3 in the Big ence girls hockey on Thurs- Nine. • Kasson-Mantorville moved to 8-0 overall with a 76-58 win over SATURDAY “We also got power-play goals McCormack day. E m i l y Winona. Erin Schlotthauer had a huge game with 26 points and 12 High School Boys Basketball from two separate lines where Nicole Nelson scored, on an Nelson scored rebounds. Abbey Lacey had 15 points and seven steals. they moved the puck well and assist from Sam Macken, in Kingsland at Lourdes 7:30 p.m. two goals and had two assists, finished.” the second period to tie the High School Girls Basketball and Mackenzie McCormack Katherine Aney had two game for JM/L. Kingsland at Lourdes 6 p.m. goals for the Panthers and scored twice and added one Erin Meyers had 18 saves Jessie Aney had two assists. assist to lead Mayo. Spartans High School Wrestling in goal for the Rockets. JM/L Markayle Schears also had a goalie Rebecca Graham was Mayo at Christmas Tournament busy making 24 saves. held a 26-20 edge in shots. (RCTC), 10 a.m. goal for Century. Century 3, Faribault 0 “It was really great to see Mankato East 2,JM/Lourdes 1 John Marshall at St. Charles Invita- Mackenzie McCormack score JM/Lourdes ...... 0 1 0 — 1 tional, 10 a.m. Century ...... 2 1 0 — 3 Faribault ...... 0 0 0 — 0 a couple of nice ones tonight,” Mankato East ...... 1 0 1 — 2 High School Boys Hockey Century: Rebecca Lorsung 1 assist; Allysa said Mayo coach Jeff Phillips. John Marshall/Lourdes: Sam Macken 1 assist; Nicole Nelson 1 goal. Goalie: Erin Owatonna at Century (Recreation Dahl 1 assist; Jessica Aney 2 assist; Katherine “She is leading us in shots on Meyers 18 saves. Center), 7:30 p.m. Aney 2 goals; Markayle Schears 1 goal. Goal- net and assists but had yet to ies: Kaitlyn Maidl 9 saves; Abby Cunningham Mankato East: Sarah Biesterveld 1 goal; Farmington at Mayo (Graham Arena 10 saves. score a goal.” Rebekah Kolstad 1 goal. Goalie: Katie Paulson 1), 7:30 p.m. Faribault: No stats provided. Mayo is busy next week with 25 saves. Lourdes at Northfield, 2 p.m. John Marshall at Mankato West (Mankato All Seasons Arena), 6 WE’RE OPEN ALL WINTER! DID YOUR p.m. Gym Sets High School Girls Hockey FRIEND Century at Owatonna (Owatonna Four Seasons Centre), 7 p.m. ANNOUNCE HER Mankato West at John Marshall/ Lourdes (Recreation Center), 1 p.m. ENGAGEMENT? High School Boys Swimming/ Sheds Diving Find her photo in the weekend Century at Albert Lea Invitational, Celebrations section. 10 a.m. GazebosGGaz John Marshall, Mayo at Tiger Invi- tational (Albert Lea), 2 p.m. (diving, 10 a.m.). 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ROCHESTER HOCKEY ROUNDUP Playbook Century makes short work of Owatonna Serratore set up all three of make it 5-2. Samuelson and conference. Panthers score Mayo’s goals, beginning with Justin Dewitz each had two “We are still searching for Nolan Edwards’ tally just 3:18 assists for Lourdes. more offense and were happy two short-handed into the second for a 1-0 lead. Andrew Ellingson stopped to see Sam Macken play with Adam Alcott scored at 5:55 for 16 shots to earn the victory more energy up front today,” goals in win a 2-0 lead, then Max Whitney for the Eagles. Tjaden, who said coach Bob Montrose. made it 3-0, scoring the game entered the game with a 1.54 winner at the 8:11 mark. JM/Lourdes goalie Mia Post-Bulletin staff goals-against average and a Brusewitz kept busy making Whitney and Alcott each .950 save percentage made 39 Rochester Century needed 21 saves. Laura Meiller, Kath- finished with a goal and an saves, as Lourdes put 44 shots overtime to make short work leen Valen- assist. on goal. of Owatonna. tine and Tori “It’s a good win against Lourdes plays host to Holy Century scored a pair of Thompson all a section opponent,” Mayo Family Catholic at 7 p.m. short-handed goals, includ- scored goals. assistant coach Todd Huyber Tuesday at Graham Arena I. ing one by Brandon Kautz Montrose said. “We came out strong in in overtime, to slip past Lourdes 5, Northfield 2 said Thomp- the first period. We had some Owatonna, 3-2, in a Big Nine Lourdes : Jason Samuelson 1 goal, 2 assists; son is emerg- good chances (that didn’t go Conference boys hockey game Karl Krecke 2 goals; Connor Nellans 1 goal, 1 i n g a s a in), but the guys kept getting at the Rochester Recreation assist; Justin Dewitz 2 assists; McKay Carstens leader who is Associated Press the puck to the net.” 1 goal; Landon Farrell 1 assist; Andrew El- Center on Saturday. taking control Mayo (4-2-0 overall) outshot lingson 16 saves. The Packers’ Jordy Nelson looks at the clock as the sec- With a Century player in Northfield : Andrew Scofield 1 goal, 1 of play when Farmington, 32-27, and junior onds tick away late in Sunday’s game in Kansas City. the penalty box in overtime, assist; Alex Morsching 1 goal; Kody Beckers Macken s h e i s o n Case Hanson made 25 saves Owatonna dumped the puck 1 assist; Isaak Tjaden 39 saves. the ice, and for Mayo to earn his second into the Panthers’ zone and Valentine “continues to be victory of the season. made a line change. As the JM edged by West a force.” Packers’ perfect season Farmington (3-2-1) scored Huskies were changing, Isaac MANKATO — Mankato “We are still a work in St. Marie grabbed the puck twice in the third, both on progress and I am confident power plays, by Blake Wein- West took advantage of penal- and fired a pass to Kautz, who ties called against Rochester that the girls will continue is spoiled by Chiefs skated around one defender, and Jack Erickson, but it to work hard and push the couldn’t pull even. John Marshall and topped Associated Press “The coaches put together a then beat Huskies goalie the Rockets, 2-1, in a Big learning curve so we can see Mayo has a pair of chal- KANSAS CITY, Mo. — good game plan for us. Every- Jacob Tveite for the winner. Nine Conference game at All the end result rewards that lening Big Nine Conference Aaron Rodgers kept misfiring, body on offense, everybody on Owatonna (4-4-1 overall, Seasons Arena on Saturday. will follow.” the team, did their job. They 2-2-0 Big Nine) led 1-0 after games on tap this week. The and his receivers kept drop- JM (4-3-1 overall, 3-1-0 Big JM/Lourdes 4, Mankato West 1 didn’t try to do too much.” one, but senior captain Nick Spartans play at Owatonna ping passes. Typically reli- Nine) was called for six penal- Mankato West : Callie Looft 1 goal; Britta Jacobs tied the score in the on Tuesday, then play host to able Mason Crosby missed Rodgers was 17 of 35 for 235 ties — including a five-minute Sturm 1 assist. Goalie: Maggie Cassey 29 second with a highlight reel Albert Lea on Thursday. a field goal, and the Green yards and a touchdown, and major for elbowing — while saves. he also scampered 8 yards goal. Owatonna had a 5-on-3 John Marshall/Lourdes: Samantha Bay defense couldn’t make Mayo 3, Farmington 2 West was called for just one power play just six minutes Macken 1 goal, 3 assists; Nicole Nelson 2 a stop. for another touchdown with Farmington : Blake Weinand 1 goal; Jack minor penalty in the game. into the second, but Jacobs Erickson 1 goal; Andrew Peterson 1 assist; assists; Laura Meillier 1 goal; Kathleen Val- Nothing was perfect about 2:12 left. But the Packers (13-1) John Donnelly 1 assist; Victor Simones 29 Derek Frentz of West (4-3-1, entine 1 goal; Tori Thompson 1 goal. Goalie: the previously unbeaten Pack- were unable to recover the poked the puck away in the Mia Bruesewitz 21 saves. Huskies zone and, while fall- saves. 3-3-0) scored both of the Scar- ers on Sunday. onside kick, and Kansas City Mayo : Steve Serratore 3 assists; Adam picked up a couple of first ing to the ice, swiped it past lets’ goals, the first coming Kyle Orton threw for 299 Alcott 1 goal, 1 assist; Max Whitney 1 goal, downs to secure the victory. Tveite. 1 assist; Nolan Edwards 1 goal; Case Hanson on a power play at 16:42 of Huskies handle yards to outduel Rodgers, one “That was 25 saves. the second period. That goal Panthers of the game’s elite quarter- “I knew we had the 2-minute j u s t p u r e tied the score 1-1, after Sam backs, and the Kansas City (warning) and three time-outs, e f f o r t , ” Lourdes earns big Broman put the Rockets OWATONNA — Rochester Chiefs rallied behind interim regardless if we kicked it C e n t u r y on the board at 2:36 of the Century hung with a physi- coach Romeo Crennel for a deeper or onside,” Rodgers coach Josh section win second, with an assist from cal Owatonna team into the shocking 19-14 victory that said. “If they got it, we had a Klingfus said. Matt Broman. third period, but the Huskies ended the Packers’ 19-game chance to stop them and get NORTHFIELD — Roches- “A great goal Frentz netted the game iced a 5-1 Big Nine Confer- winning streak. It was their the ball back.” ter Lourdes bounced back in by an unbe- winner at 11:25 of the third, ence victory with three goals first loss since Dec. 19, 2010, Ryan Succop kicked four a big way Saturday, beating l i e v a b l e snapping JM’s three-game in the final 17 minutes on at New England. field goals for Kansas City (6-8), Section 1A rival Northfield, leader. All of winning streak and handing Saturday. Green Bay, playing with- while Jackie Battle added a 5-2. short touchdown plunge with our captains Kautz the Rockets their first confer- Katie Aney put Century on out leading receiver Greg — Kautz, and The No. 5-ranked Eagles ence loss of the season. Rock- the board first, with assists Jennings and top rusher James 4:53 left that ultimately sealed Blake Heroff (5-2-0 overall) were reeling ets goalie Jacob Garvey kept from Jessie Aney and Ashley Starks because of injuries, the win. played great defense, too — entering Saturday’s game, them in the game, making 22 Adams. also squandered a chance to “Everybody had marked it after back-to-back losses to saves. had good games.” Owatonna answered, wrap up home-field advantage off as a win for the Packers, ranked opponents, Little Falls throughout the playoffs. but those guys in the locker Klingfus said the line and St. Thomas Academy. The Rockets have played though, with a first period of Heroff, Cal Bjerke and well in all phases at times goal from Abby Sawyer and “I didn’t see a bunch of guys room, they’re football play- But, after neither team Ki-Jana Humphreys played this season, but the challenge one in the second period running around talking about ers,” Crennel said. “They scored in the opening period a strong all-around game. “I now is to do that consistently, from Paige Radue for a 2-1 16-0. That was my sense of it,” decided that they were not Lourdes broke out in the really like what I saw out of coach Jay Ness said. lead. Radue completed her Packers coach Mike McCarthy going to lay down.” second period at Northfield that line,” Klingfus said. hat trick with two goals in said. “We knew what type of Ice Arena, Lourdes scored “We had some penalty Unimpressive 1st half issues and had a couple of the first 4:09 of the third, and game we were coming into Riese Zmolek scored on a four times in the second Neither team played all that turnovers in our end,” Ness Lauren Spatenka added one. today. This was no surprise. It power play early in the third against Isaak Tjaden, one tremendous in the first half. for a 2-1 Century lead, but said. “This was a good lesson Kaitlyn Maidl (16 saves) wasn’t just talk. We answered of the best goalies in the the questions all week. Packers wide receiver Jordy Aaron Kirsch answered for section. for us tonight.” and Abby Cunningham (14 the Huskies, forcing OT. Erik “We knew we were coming Nelson was hit twice with “I thought JM plays host to Faribault saves) split time in goal for Wennberg allowed just two into a juggernaut and we offensive pass interference, o u r t e a m at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. the Panthers. Maggie Dietz even-strength goals in pick- didn’t overcome it.” Rodgers was harassed by the effort was stopped 23 shots in the victory ing up the victory in goal for West 2, JM 1 Chiefs’ weak pass rush, and good overall,” for the Huskies. If the Packers knew they Century. JM : Sam Broman 1 goal; Matt Broman 1 were facing a juggernaut, Green Bay wound up making Eagles coach assist; Jacob Garvey 22 saves. “Owatonna was just a they might have been the only five first downs. The Panthers (4-3-0, 3-1-0) Josh Span- West : Derek Frentz 2 goals; Scott McK- stronger team that was able One of them came when issick 1 assist; Billy Bigham 1 assist; Zach ones. play at Winona on Thursday. iol said. “We to push us around,” Century Kansas City’s Jeremy Horne Fox 21 saves. The Chiefs had lost five of h a d s o m e coach Dan Maidl said. “We ran into punter Tim Masthay, Century 3, Owatonna 2, OT their last six games, which chances (that had some chances early and giving the Packers 15 free Owatonna : Soren Colstrup 1 goal; Aaron culminated in the firing of Kirsch 1 goal; Connor Bird 1 assist; Bryce w e d i d n ’ t GIRLS stayed with them for two peri- yards. The Chiefs tried to give coach Todd Haley last Monday. Peters 1 assist; Jacob Tveite 19 saves. convert), but Carstens ods, but Owatonna took over Green Bay another gift later Tyler Palko, who started Century : Brandon Kautz 1 goal, 2 assists; our defense Macken leads in the third. on the drive when Crosby Riese Zmolek 1 goal; Nick Jacobs 1 goal; got better as the game went the past four games at quar- “That said, we still feel missed a 59-yard field-goal Hayden Ashworth 1 assist; Isaac St. Marie 1 on and I’m happy with the JM/Lourdes to win terback, wasn’t even active we’re getting better and all attempt but Kansas City had assist; Erik Wennberg 10 saves. effort as a team.” Sunday as Crennel opted to Sam Macken had a hand the girls are improving. Alyssa 12 men on the field. Jason Samuelson put the in all four goals and John go with Orton in his first start Dahl had a good game and did since arriving in Kansas City. With another chance from Mayo holds off Eagles up 1-0 just 1:45 into Marshall/Lourdes beat a great job doing what we’re 54 yards, Crosby again pushed Farmington the second period. Connor Mankato West 4-1 in a Big looking for defensively.” Orton wound up putting the kick right. Nellans made it 2-0 at the 8:08 Nine Conference girls hockey together the kind of solid The Packers marched down Rochester Mayo scored mark, and McKay Carstens game Saturday at the Roches- Century plays host to performance the Chiefs have Winona at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. field in the closing minutes, three times in less than five (first varsity goal) and Karl ter Recreation Center. been lacking since Matt Cassel and Rodgers showed his minutes, then held off a third- Krecke scored within the next Macken scored one goal and Owatonna 5, Century 1 went on injured reserve moxie by scampering around period charge by Farmington six minutes for a 4-0 lead. had assists on the other three Century : Katie Aney 1 goal; Jessie Aney 1 because of a hurt throwing the end for a touchdown that for a 3-2 non-conference boys After the Raiders (5-2-0) goals as JM/Lourdes evened assist; Ashley Adams 1 assist; Kaitlyn Maidl 16 hand — perhaps even before saves; Abby Cunningham 14 saves. made it 19-14. But the onside hockey victory on Saturday at pulled within 4-2, just 4:20 that. its record at 5-5 overall and Owatonna : Paige Radue 3 goals; Abby kick ended up in the Chiefs’ Graham Arena I. into the third, Krecke scored improved to 5-2 in the Big Sawyer 1 goal; Lauren Spatenka 1 goal; “That was a good football hands. Senior defenseman Steve again, at the 5:58 mark, to Nine. West is 2-9, 0-6 in the Maggie Dietz 23 saves. team we beat,” Orton said. D4: Game summary Make shopping easy this holiday season. Give a gift subscription , SEPTEMBER 3-4, 2011 WEEKEND EDITION

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HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS HOCKEY Three games and three winners

JM/Lourdes, Mayo At a glance and Century all What happened: The three Rochester girls hockey play strong defense teams posted wins on Tuesday. Post-Bulletin staff What’s next: On The three Rochester girls Thursday, John Marshall/ hockey teams were back on Lourdes hosts Blake, the ice Tuesday night, and all came home winners. Century is home to Waseca while Mayo visits Albert And No. 1 was the common denominator in all three Lea. games; each of the losers scored only one goal each. 1-ranked Breck on Friday at Mayo beat Owatonna 3-1, 2 p.m. John Marshall/Lourdes • John Marshall/Lourdes got past Faribault 5-1 and took advantage of Faribault Century stopped Winona 4-1. penalties and blasted the • Rebecca Graham stopped Falcons. 15 of 16 shots and Mayo Faribault had nine penal- scored a goal in each period ties in the second period to beat Owatonna. when the Rockets blasted in Ashley Weber scored in three goals and went on top the first period for Mayo. 3-0. Sara Brakke then snapped a Samantha Macken had 1-1 tie in the second period two goals for JM/Lourdes to give the Spartans the and Tori Thompson had two lead for good. Emily Nelson assists. Rockets coach Bob tallied in the third period for Montrose also liked what he an insurance goal. got out of Savannah Seeger “The girls got the job done and Shelby Greer. again tonight,” Mayo coach “Seeger played her best Jeff Phillips said. “This was game of the season and an important win both in Shelby Greer netted her first the conference and in the high school goal,” he said. section. We wanted to come Erin Meyers stopped 25 out focused and battle for shots for JM/Lourdes. three periods.” “Our girls are reaching for Mayo held a 25-16 shot that little extra and tonight advantage. we took yet another step “We gave up very few qual- forward,” Monstrose said. Scott Jacobson / [email protected] ity chances, minimized their “All of the girls were active Ashley Adams of Century brings the puck up the ice against Winona defender Tasah Skogebo in their game shots on net and only gave and involved in the play Tuesday night at Graham Arena, won by the Panthers 4-1. up one goal,” Phillips said. and they all did a nice job “It was nice to see the girls of keeping their feet moving work hard all three periods and getting to loose pucks.” goals and Jessie Aney had “We played a good defen- Dan Maidl said. “We liked rink. This was a quality win and stick with the game • Century played a strong three assists. sive game, doing a good what we saw from Maddie versus a team just ahead of plan.” defensive game and blasted Century broke up a 1-1 job limiting their scoring Eischen and Markayle us in the conference stand- Mayo plays Albert Lea on past Winona. game in the third period chances and taking advan- Schears who both had solid ings.” Thursday night and hosts No. Katherine Aney had four with three goals. tage of ours,” Century coach games at both ends of the Page D5: Hockey summaries

INSIDE NATIONAL SPORTS 2011 — Year full of surprises The NCAA PRESSBOX VIEW moments in 2011 when Bert Blyleven was finally voted hit Ohio CRAIG SWALBOSKI into Cooperstown, Francisco State with [email protected] Liriano threw a no-hitter a one-year and Jim Thome hit his 600th bowl ban Surprise! It has been an incredible year in sports. career homer. The Twins and addi- were in the news for another tional penal- The surprises were reason when beloved and ties Tuesday many. legendary Harmon Kille- for violations Let’s start with championships. A few days brew died in April. that started into 2011, Auburn won the college football Also in Minnesota, there with eight national championship, its first since 1957 Blyleven was an incredible moment in players tak- and becoming only the second team outside September when a stadium a handful of perennial powers to win the full of fans sat in silence for at least 10 ing a total of $14,000 in cash and tat- title since the BCS was instituted in 1998. toos in exchange for jerseys, rings and minutes, wondering what would happen to other Buckeyes memorabilia. D2 A few weeks later, the Green Bay Packers the Gophers’ new head football coach, Jerry — after squeezing in the final NFC playoff Kill. He recovered from his seizure and Les Miles has been voted The Associ- spot on a tiebreaker over the New York while the team stumbled much of the season, ated Press Coach of the Year. The LSU Giants — won three playoff road games to it had a couple of bright spots, including a football coach is one win away from a reach the Super Bowl, where they beat the surprising win over Iowa. national championship. D2 AFC’s No. 2 team, Pittsburgh. Labor strife permeated College men’s basketball offered us Associated Press the year in sports as the Reigning NBA MVP Derrick Rose has surprises in the form of numerous postseason NFL went to the brink agreed to a five-year extension of his upsets, with four double-digits seeds reaching The Green Bay Packers won three road before reaching an agree- contract with the Chicago Bulls worth a the Elite Eight and a Final Four consisting playoff games en route to a Super Bowl ment and the NBA went reported $94 million. D2 of a No. 3 (Uconn), a No. 4 (Kentucky), a No. 8 championship. beyond the brink, reaching (Butler) and a No. 11 (VCU). with two berths being decided, one of them an accord long after the The Masters gave us the sad but amazing in the American League when Tampa Bay season should have started spectacle of Rory McIlroy — who for a while rallied from a 7-0 deficit in the eighth inning (which it will on Christmas had been keeping the golf world on notice to beat the Yankees at almost the same time Day). MINNESOTA SPORTS that he has the potential to be the world’s the Red Sox blew a 3-2 lead in the bottom of Surprisingly, one could Kill best — imploding after taking a four-stroke the ninth to lose to the Orioles. say, Major League Baseball lead into the final round. And then a couple quickly and quietly reached a five-year agree- The Calgary That left the Red Sox surprisingly out of of months later, the U.S. Open gave us the playoffs entirely. In the end, the team ment in November, assuring itself 21 years of Flames handed McIlroy, apparently unfazed by his Masters that capped a thrilling September drive to labor peace dating back to the 1994-95 strike. the Northwest crash-and-burn, winning redemption by nail down the last National League playoff Also in November, the Penn State story Divison-Leading kicking the field’s butt by eight strokes. spot on that final day of the regular season, burst forth, with an unexpected result being Minnesota Wild Professional women’s basketball had a the St. Louis Cardinals, hoisted the World the end of one of the longest-continuous- their fifth straight surprising team roll to the best regular season Series trophy. serving coaching tenures in the history of loss, 2-1. D3 record, and that same team of Lynx made the We received the news in August that one big-time sports as Joe Paterno was fired. state of Minnesota happy by sealing the deal Ricky Rubio of the biggest coaching legends in any sports Eleven days remain in 2011. Will there be in the playoffs, winning the WNBA title. — Tennessee’s 59-year-old women’s basket- another surprise or two? and J.J. Barea Baseball talk all season was which of the ball coach Pat Summitt — was in the early will miss the Craig Swalboski and Paul Christian of the Post- big-money teams — the Yankees, Red Sox stages of Alzheimer’s disease but would Bulletin try to give readers a perspective they can’t get Timberwolves’ or Phillies — would win it all. 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GIRLS BASKETBALL BOYS BASKETBALL GIRLS HOCKEY Ruden’s monster game Century notches milestone win guides John Marshall Post-Bulletin staff [email protected] torium at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday Rochester Century had nine play- ALBERT LEA — Eighth- against Providence Academy ers score at least one goal each as the grader Jamie Ruden scored (5-3), which is No. 1 ranked in Panthers rolled to a 10-4 non-conference a career-high 21 points and Class AA. Mayo finished sixth girls hockey victory against Waseca at grabbed 13 rebounds to lead at least year’s tournament. the Rochester Recreation Center on Rochester John Marshall in a Mayo 60, Farmington 36 Thursday. 65-51 win over Albert Lea in MAYO (60) The victory was Century’s school- a Big Nine Conference girls Ann Flesher 0, Anna Lundquist 8, Brittney Moi- record sixth of the season. basketball game Thursday lanen 1, Katrina Ruedinger 10, Laura Henderson The Panthers (6-4-0 overall) broke night. 2, Lauren Ulsh 13, Lexie Patterson 0, Michelle Hansen 0, Rachael Doll 12, Samantha Miller 3, open a close game in the second period. Junior Kate- Shelby Stewart 8, Kristen Koeller 3. They led 3-2 after one, but outscored lyn Rushton Other stats: Stewart 3 steals; Ruedinger 3 Waseca 4-0 in the second. Century added added 20 points steals; Doll 9 rebounds; Ulsh 6 rebounds. four more in the third to for the Rockets FARMINGTON (36) pull away. who snapped Sofia Chadwick 9, I. Alexander 9, Rikaya Waf- Katie Aney led the a three-game ford 0, Desiree Loftus 4, Gallus 2, D. White 4, Panthers with two goals losing streak Mariah Mincke 2, Jeanna Gaalswyk 0, Kylee and three assists, while and notched Glen 0, Aly Grebner 0, A. Rice 2, Gabby White 4, Callie Halterman 0. Jessie Aney had a goal their first and four assists. Leah conference Halftime: MAYO 21, FARM 13. Free throws: MAYO 24-33, FARM 8-10. Batterson was the only win. JM is 3-5 other Panther to record overall and 1-4 Three-point goals: MAYO 2 (Ruedinger 1, Ruden Koeller 1), FARM 2 (Chadwick 1, Alexander 1). a multiple-point game, in the Big Nine. finishing with one goal Albert Lea is and one assist. K. Aney 0-9, 0-4 in the conference. Century erases late Three Panthers split “We got the win and that is 10-point deficit time in goal — Abby Cunningham (four want we wanted,” said JM coach saves), Hannah Kautto (three) and Kait- Rochester Century erased a Photos by Scott Jacobson / [email protected] Terry Heiderscheit. “We built lyn Maidl (eight). Century outshot the 10-point deficit in the last five a nice lead and then finished Byron’s Dom Kieffer drives past Lourdes’ Mark Pagel Thursday Blue Jays, 38-19. nice.” minutes and beat Minnehaha night in Byron where the Bears won, 51-40. Academy 61-54 in a non-confer- Century coach Dan Maidl noted the JM led 36-20 at halftime and strong play of senior Jess Faunce (one never relinquished the lead. ence girls basketball game Thursday night at the Century goal), sophomore Anna Grinde (1 goal) JM opens the Rotary US Bank gym. and Batterson, all of whom recorded Holiday Classic at 6 p.m. Tues- Byron buries Lourdes their first varsity goal. Century surrendered a six- day at Mayo Auditorium against point halftime lead and was “We had a great, balanced effort White Bear Lake (5-3). trailing 51-41 late in the second from the team,” Maidl said. “This was John Marshall 65, Albert Lea 51 half before turning it around. a school-record sixth win of the season JOHN MARSHALL (65) behind tough defense and it was great that so many players “We held ‘em to one field goal Jamie Ruden 21, Katelyn Rushton 20, Kalli in the last five or six minutes,” contributed to the effort.” Fautsch 1, Megan Byrne 9, Claire Kingsley 4, noted Century coach Chris Sten- Megan Haynes 10, Allison Radke 0. Nelson, Bears run Century 10, Waseca 4 zel, whose team won its fourth Waseca ...... 2 0 2 — 4 Other stats: Ruden 13 rebounds; Byrne 5 rebounds; Rushton 8 steals, 4 assists. straight and enters the Christ- Century ...... 3 4 4 — 10 mas break with a 6-2 overall record to 6-1 overall Waseca: Jacie Hoehn 2 goals; Taryn Juberien 1 goals1 as- ALBERT LEA (51) record. sists; Abbie Hoehn 1 goals1 assists; Katelyn Miller 1 assists; Ashley Tewes 6, Dominque Villarreal 6, Mck- Post-Bulletin staff Taylor Juberien 28 saves. Freshman guard Kanani Asun- enzie Zuniga 4, Bryn Woodside 11, Sydney Century: Ashley Adams 1 goal; Rebecca Lorsung 1 goal; Rehnelt 9, Lindsey Stewart 2, Nya Chan 3, Tif- cion continued her hot scoring BYRON — Byron played tough Jessica Aney 1 goal, 4 assists; Leah Batterson 1 goal, 1 as- fany Johnson 10. start with 22 points, and junior defense and got a big offensive game sist; Madeline Eischen 1 goal; Anna Grinde 1 goal; Elisabeth Halftime: JM 36, AL 20. Morgan Hartman scored 14. from junior Jack Nelson as it beat Soderlind 1 assist; Katherine Aney 2 goals, 3 assists; Grace Free throws: JM 14-24, AL 11-23. Stenzel noted the play of Laura formidable Rochester Lourdes 51-40 Becker 1 goal; Jessica Faunce 1 goal; Markayle Schears 1 Three-point goals: JM 1 (Haynes), AL 4 in Hiawatha Valley League Gold assist; Abby Cunningham 4 saves; Hannah Kautto 3 saves; Branstad and Alecia Kupfer Kaitlyn Maidl 8 saves. (Rehnelt 2, Tewes, Johnson). both of whom scored eight points Division boys basketball on Thurs- off the bench. day. Mayo wins again Century zipped to a double- The Bears, who moved to 6-1 over- Spartans’ win streak hits 7 digit lead midway through the all, were led by the 6-foot-4 Nelson’s FARMINGTON — Rochester Rochester Mayo scored a goal in each first half and led 28-22 at the 17 points. Mayo feasted at the free throw period and skated to its seventh straight break. But the Panthers sput- line and whipped Farmington Byron led 21-18 at halftime. win 3-1 over Albert Lea in a Big Nine tered to start the second half. 60-36 for its fifth straight win in The Bears forced Lourdes (5-2) into Conference girls hockey game Thursday a non-conference girls basketball “To be honest the girls were a a rugged shooting night. The Eagles at Graham Arena. game Thursday night. little emotionally drained after hit just 32 percent of their field-goal Gabby Laures, Mackenzie McCormack that win over Owatonna on Tues- tries. They weren’t much better from and Emily Nelson all Mayo made 24-of -33 free throw day,” Stenzel said. “We just kind attempts and outscored Farming- the free-throw line, hitting just 9 of scored for Mayo, and of stopped playing defense for a 22 tries. goalie Jamie Clay made ton by 16 points at the line. The while; it wasn’t pretty out there, “Byron changed up its defenses 21 saves as the Spar- Spartans improved to 5-2 overall I’m sure.” after an 0-2 start. and did a good job with it,” Lourdes tans improved to 9-2-0 Century opens the Rotary coach Jim Daly said. “Byron played overall and 7-0-0 in the “It was a good win leading into US Bank Holiday Classic tour- conference. the Rotary,” said Mayo coach well. They made more plays than we nament at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday did. They did more good things than Albert Lea lost its Angie Meister. “We played an against Lakeville North (5-3), all-around good game with three we did. We are young, and there are 11th straight and is 1-13, the two-time defending tourna- some growing pains.” 1-7 in the Big Nine. players in double figures and two ment champion ranked No. 3 in with eight points each. We were Byron was 15-for-18 from the line. Class AAAA. “The girls found a way Clay able to capitalize on our steals.” Byron also got a strong game to get the job done once Century 61, Minnehaha Academy 54 In photo above, Lourdes’ Alex again for another Big Interior players Lauren Ulsh from Brandon Schubert with eight Glynn passes to Sean Griffin. with 13 points and Rachael Doll MINNEHAHA ACADEMY (54) rebounds and seven blocks. Brady Nine win but we let them hang around with 12 led Mayo, and they also Maddie Pielert 2, Gabbi Stienstra 18, Anna Fuchs added 10 points. Below, Byron’s Alex O’Neill de- in a one-goal game way to long,” said Scholl 6, Andrea Scharf 8, Nicole Nipper 18, livers a pass to Jack Nelson. Mayo coach Jeff Phillips. “We need to combined for 15 rebounds. Guard Maddie Johnson 2. Lourdes was led by Mark Pagel be better about creating space in the Katrina Ruedinger had 10 points with 15 points and Jacob Schaefer CENTURY (61) BYRON (51) offensive zone and then beating the and three steals. Kanani Asuncion 22, Myesha Caldwell 1, Alice with 12. Alex O’Neill 3, Andrew Root 0, Buster Meyer 0, Dom Mayo led by just eight points Zumbrunnen 6, Morgan Hartman 14, Laura Bran- Kieffer 2, Brandon Schubert 6, Jack Nelson 17, Brady goalie.” Byron 51, Lourdes 40 at halftime but came out strong stad 8, Deleonne Clark 2, Alecia Kupfer 8. Fuchs 10, Matt Dammen 4, Travis Smith 9. Phillips said Clay was “the differ- in the second half and extended Halftime: CENT 28, 22. LOURDES (40) Other stats: Schubert 8 rebounds, 7 blocks. ence maker” in goal for Mayo, taking Free throws: 6-14, CENT 16-23. Sean Griffin 8, Michael Dearani 0, Alex Glynn 5, Jacob Halftime: BYR 21, LOUR 18. the lead to 28. Schaefer 12, Mark Pagel 15, Jordan Lemanski 0. away quality chances from Albert Lea Mayo opens the Rotary US Three-point goals: 6 (Nipper 4, Stienstra Free throws: LOUR 9-21, BYR 15-18. for shutouts in the second and third 2), CENT 5 (Zumbrunnen 3, Branstad 2, Asun- Three-point goals: LOUR 3 (Pagel 2, Glynn). periods. Bank tournament at Mayo Audi- cion 1). Mayo puts its winning streak on the line against No. 1 ranked and unbeaten BOYS HOCKEY Breck (10-0) in a non-conference game today at 2 p.m. at Graham Arena. Mayo 3, Albert Lea 1 Confident Mayo too much for rival Tigers Albert Lea ...... 1 0 0 — 1 Mayo ...... 1 1 1 — 3 Post-Bulletin staff the game came in the middle of two in the second period and two with an 11-0 Big Nine Confer- Albert Lea: Goalie: Katie Schwarz 28 saves. two scored by sophomore forward in the third — to lead the Eagles’ ence boys hockey victory against Mayo: Gabby Laures 1 goal,1 assist; Olivia Mewhorter 1 Rochester Mayo is going into the assist; Sara Brakke 1 assist; Ashley Weber 1 assists; Mackenzie holiday break with confidence, Matt Rogers, giving Mayo a 3-0 lead comeback. Samuelson’s linemate Winona on Thursday. McCormack 1 goal, 1 assist; Emily Nelson 1 goal; Meghan momentum and a share of first early on. and classmate, Alex Funk, also Century (4-1-0 Big Nine, 5-3-0 Trangsrud 1 assist. Goalie: Jamie Clay 21 saves. place in the Big Nine Confer- The Tigers (4-1-0, 5-2-0) answered had a four-point night, assisting on overall) led 6-0 after one period. ence. with a goal from junior Nate Stad- each of Samuelson’s goals. The Panthers outshot Winona Blake romps past JM/L Nolan Edwards and Adam Alcott heim, but Alcott and Edwards Jack McGeehan made it 3-0 Prov- 42-20 and won for the fifth time had three points each as the Spar- scored shortly after to make it 5-1 idence Academy just three minutes in their past six games. Rochester John Marshall/Lourdes ran tans won their fourth consecutive Mayo. Levi Hacker pulled Albert into the second, but Kane Carstens “The boys came out and played into one of the state’s best teams and the boys hockey game, beating confer- Lea within 5-2, but the Spartans started the Eagles’ comeback with hard right away,” Century coach state’s best players on Thursday. ence rival Albert Lea 6-2 on Thurs- capped the scoring when senior a goal just 1:35 later. Samuelson Josh Klingfus said. “We jumped The Rockets dropped a 9-2 non-confer- day at Graham Josh Newman scored an unassisted then scored twice in a four-minute on them right away and didn’t ence girls hockey game against Blake, Arena I. goal. span to tie the score, and senior give them any time or space.” the No. 4-ranked team in Class A. Blake’s defenseman Justin Dewitz netted “It’s a really Mayo returns to action against Six Century players had Dani Cameranesi had a hat trick and an the game-winner at the 12:00 mark nice way to go into Eau Claire (Wis.) Memorial on multi-point games, led by junior assist. The junior forward now has 26 of the second. the break,” Mayo Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., in the open- forward Dalton Travis, who goals and 12 assists in 10 games for the assistant coach ing round of the Kiwanis/Think Senior Connor Nellans also had a hat trick and two assists. Bears (6-4-0), who have won five consecu- Todd Huyber said. Bank Festival at Graham Arena. scored once for the Eagles, on a Sophomore Hayden Ashworth tive games since a 1-4-0 start. “The boys came Mayo 6, Albert Lea 2 power play in the third period. and senior captain Nick Jacobs JM/Lourdes (6-6-0) trailed just 2-1 after ready to play Albert Lea: Levi Hacker 1 goal, 1 assist; Nate Robby Campbell and Landon each had four points, while Wyatt one period, but Blake scored five times from the open- Stadheim 1 goal; Griffin Wangen 32 saves. Farrell added two assists each. Travis (two goals), Blake Heroff in the second to pull away. (one goal, one assist) and Ki-Jana ing faceoff. The Mayo: Adam Alcott 2 goals, 1 assist; Nolan Ed- Lourdes (6-3-0 overall) outshot “We knew blake was a top team and a forwards did the wards 1 goal, 2 assists; Matt Rogers 2 goals; Steve Providence Academy 24-17. The Humphreys (one goal, one assist) Edwards Serratore 1 assist; Max Whitney 1 assist; Tommy had two points each. team with good speed and skills. We had little things well Fjelsted 1 assist; Jack Dingle 1 assist; Josh Newman Eagles return to action against a plan in place, but our girls were just Klingfus said a lot of players to get the puck 1 goal; Case Hansen 18 saves. Richfield at 7:15 p.m. Wednesday a few steps behind the play and really were able to get a good amount in deep and the defensemen did against Richfield in the opening couldn’t maintain the speed that Blake of ice time for Century, includ- a good job of getting the transi- round of the Kiwanis/Think Bank brought,” JM/L coach Bob Montrose said. ing junior forward Nick Musta, tion game going to get speed going Lourdes back on track Festival at Graham Arena IV. “I think we are turning the corner, but in who played a strong all-around through the neutral zone.” PLYMOUTH — Rochester Lourdes 7, Providence Academy 3 a game like this you can really see how game. Mayo (5-1-0 Big Nine, 6-2-0 over- Lourdes found itself in a three- Lourdes: Jason Samuelson 4 goals; Alex Funk 4 much more is out there.” goal hole three minutes into the assists; Robby Campbell 2 assists; Landon Farrell 2 Century is back in action at all) is now tied with Albert Lea and Samantha Macken and Nicole Nelson Rochester John Marshall atop the second period. assists; Eric Bonapace-Potvin 1 assist; McKay Carstens 8 p.m. Wednesday against New 1 assist; Kane Carstens 1 goal; Justin Dewitz 1 goal; Richmond (Wis.) in the opening scored for JM/L. Big Nine standings with 10 points. But, the Eagles turned things Connor Nellans 1 goal; Ben Weir 1 assist; Kyle Lawler The Spartans handed Albert Lea around and quickly showed why 14 saves. round of the Kiwanis/Think Bank Blake 9, JM/Lourdes 2 Festival at Graham Arena. Blake Bears...... 2 5 2 — 9 its first conference loss. they’re the No. 6-ranked team in Providence Academy: Sean Mostrom 2 goals; Junior goalie Case Hansen Class A boys hockey, beating Provi- Jack McGeehan 1 goal; Nick Pruden 17 saves. Century 11, Winona 0 John Marshall/Lourdes ...1 1 0 — 2 dence Academy 7-3 on Thursday. Century: Dalton Travis 3 goals, 2 assists; Hayden Blake: Dani Cameranesi 3 goals, 1 assist; Alex Lovaas 3 continued his strong early-season goals, 1 assist; Kate Fraley 1 goal, 1 assist; Hannah Randolph Lourdes sophomore goalie Kyle Ashworth 2 goals, 2 assists; Nick Jacobs 1 goal, 3 play, stopping 18 of the 20 shots he Panthers cruise to win assists; Wyatt Travis 2 goals, 1 assist; Blake Heroff 1 1 goal; Cathryn Grothe 1 goal, 1 assist; Maddy Hall 1 assist; faced as he improved to 3-1-0. Mayo Lawler picked up the victory in goal, 1 assist; Ki-Jana Humphreys 1 goal, 1 assist; Lila Everson 2 assists; Jordan Chancellor 1 assist; Haley Aldrich outshot the Tigers 38-20. his first varsity start, stopping 14 WINONA — Ten Roches- Brandon Kautz 2 assists; Calvin Bjerke 1 goal; Jake 1 assist; Tori Patterson 10 saves. ter Century players got on the Mayo jumped out to a three-goal shots. Roth 1 assist; Riese Zmolek 1 assist; Eric Rohleder John Marshall/Lourdes: Samantha Macken 1 goal, 1 as- scoresheet and the Panthers 20 saves. sist; Nicole Nelson 1 goal; Kate Valentine 1 assist; Erin Meyers lead before Albert Lea could get Lourdes junior forward Jason breezed into the holiday break Winona: Andrew Yeske 31 saves. 21 saves; Mia Bruesewitz 11 saves. Samuelson scored four goals — on the board.•••••••• Alcott’s first goal of , POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2011 C 5

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KIWANIS HOCKEY FESTIVAL: CLASS A KIWANIS HOCKEY Lourdes rolls into Kiwanis semifinals FESTIVAL SCORES CLASS A SCHEDULE (All games at Graham IV) 17 Eagles get on P-B’s 3 stars WEDNESDAY, DEC. 28 Quarterfinals scoresheet in victory Three stars from Wednesday’s Albert Lea 10, Dodge County 1 opening round of the Kiwanis/ St. Michael-Albertville 7, New Ulm By Jason Feldman Think Bank Festival: 5 [email protected] 1. Jake Larson, St. Michael- Ashwaubenon 7, Northfield 4 (507) 281-7430 Albertville : The senior had two Rochester Lourdes 12, Richfield 2 Robby Campbell has been a part of goals and three assists. He assisted TODAY the Rochester Lourdes boys hockey on the game winner. Consolation program for more than two years. 2. Taylor Freiermuth, Noon — Dodge County (1-6-0) vs. In that time, he has battled through New Ulm (5-6-0) injuries and done everything the Northfield : The junior had a hand in all four of the Raiders’ goals, 2:15 p.m. — Northfield (6-4-0) vs. coaches have asked of him, including Richfield (3-5-1) making the switch from forward to with a hat trick and three assists. Semifinals defenseman this season. 3. Jason Samuelson, Lourdes : 4:30 p.m. — Albert Lea (6-2-0) vs. Campbell has never been asked to The junior had two goals and two St. Michael-Albertville (4-3-0) be a scorer, but on Wednesday he assists for the Eagles. was rewarded for all of his hard work 6:45 p.m. — Ashwaubenon (6-3-1) when he scored his first varsity goal vs. Rochester Lourdes (7-3-0) overtime. in the Eagles’ 12-2 victory against FRIDAY, DEC. 30 Richfield in the opening round of the New Ulm, the defending champion Seventh place of the Class A bracket, blew a three- Kiwanis/Think Mutual Bank Festival 11:30 a.m. — D.C./N.U. loser vs. at Graham Arena IV. goal lead as St. Michael-Albertville scored twice in the second half of the Northfield/Richfield loser “It’s a big burden off my back,” said second period and twice in the first Third place Campbell, who also had one assist to half of the third period to go up 5-4. 2 p.m. — A.L./STMA loser vs. Ash- bring his season points total to six. Photos by Michele Jokinen / [email protected] waubenon/Lourdes loser “I’ve been working hard for it. I’ve had New Ulm capitalized on a five- a few chances, so it’s good to finally Lourdes’ Jason Samuelson gets a shot on Richfield goalie John Meyer minute major, when Dylan Schreck- Fifth place bury one.” during first-round action in the 19th annual Rochester Kiwanis and enberg scored his second goal of the 4:15 p.m. — D.C./N.U. winner vs. Think Mutual Bank Hockey Festival on Wednesday at Graham Arena. game at the 10:40 mark of the third to Northfield/Richfield winner Campbell was one of three Eagles tie the score, 5-5. to record their first varsity goal on Championship While still killing the major Wednesday, as senior Brian William- in the Festival semifinals in its first Christian Schillo scored for Dodge 6:30 p.m. — A.L./STMA winner vs. penalty, the Knights struck for the son and sophomore Griffen Buck also tournament appearance. County (1-6-0), with assists from Benton Ashwaubenon/Lourdes winner The Jaguars (6-3-1) received two Westrom and Stefan Rechtzigel. Eric short-handed game winner, as Tanner scored their first. In all, 17 Lourdes Martin converted a nice pass from players recorded at least one point. goals apiece from Filip Chlupac and Olson made 32 saves in the loss. Jake Truttmann as they held off North- Albert Lea is scheduled to meet St. Jake Larson on a 2-on-1 rush for his CLASS AA SCHEDULE Eight of those players had at least second goal of the game. two points, while Jason Samuelson (two field (6-4-0) in the third period. Michael-Albertville at 4:30 p.m. today (All games at Graham I) Ashwaubenon built leads of 3-0 and in a semifinal game, while Dodge Timmy Kehren, Jeff Banal and WEDNESDAY, DEC. 28 goals, two assists) had four and Alex Brock Peterson scored once each for Funk (one goal, two assists) had three. 6-2, but Northfield battled back on County is set to face New Ulm at noon Quarterfinals in the consolation bracket. New Ulm (5-6-0). both occasions. 1 p.m. — Prior Lake 6, Eastview “We have three strong lines,” Camp- Jake Larson scored twice for St. bell said. “Coach always says we need Taylor Freiermuth — who had a hat 4 trick for the Raiders — scored twice Michael-Albertville, while Brett to have 20 guys working hard and it STMA 7, New Ulm 5 Marshall, Chris Coquyt and Jon Gibbs 3:15 p.m. — Eau Claire (Wis.) Me- showed tonight.” in the final two minutes of the first morial 2, Rochester Mayo 1, OT period to cut a 3-0 deficit to 3-2 after St. Michael-Albertville’s Tanner scored once each. Other players to score for No. 5:45 p.m. — Fargo (N.D.) South 6, the first period. Martin scored his second goal of the 6-ranked Lourdes (7-3-0) were Griff game with less than three minutes to Rochester John Marshall 2 Drew Kuehl, Chlupac and Trutt- Slightam, Karl Krecke, Ben Weir, go, giving the Knights a victory in a PostBulletin.com 8 p.m. — Rochester Century 6, mann all scored unassisted goals in for Lourdes boys hockey slide show Landon Farrell, Justin Dewitz and game that appeared to be headed to New Richmond (Wis.) 3 Eric Bonapace-Potvin. Junior Andrew the second for the Jaguars to push Ellingson made 13 saves to get the their lead to 6-2. But Freiermuth and TODAY win. Andrew Scofield answered with a goal Consolation Campbell’s goal came just 2:41 into each in the final three minutes of the 12:15 p.m. — Eastview (5-4-0) vs. the second period and gave the Eagles period to make it 6-4 after two. Mayo (6-3-0) a 5-1 lead. Truttmann then scored an empty- 2:30 p.m. — John Marshall (5-4-1) “Last year he had a broken jaw, was net goal in the final minute to cap the vs. New Richmond (3-6-0) scoring. out half of the season,” Lourdes coach Semifinals Josh Spaniol said. “This year he came Ryan Wischow earned the victory in 4:45 p.m. — Prior Lake (4-3-0) vs. back and we told him we needed defen- goal, stopping 33 shots. Spencer Jones Eau Claire Memorial (7-1-1) semen and he made the switch. He’s made 22 saves in the loss. 7 p.m. — Fargo South (4-3-0) vs. done everything we’ve asked him to Century (6-3-0) do.” FRIDAY, DEC 30 Mick Dhein and Kevin Ahlstrand AL 10, Dodge County 1 scored for Richfield (3-5-1). Levi Hacker and Andrew Thompson Seventh place had four points apiece to lift Albert — Eastview/Mayo loser vs. Lourdes is scheduled to face Noon Lea into the Festival semifinals for Ashwaubenon (Wis.) at 6:45 p.m. today JM/N.R. loser the first time since 2008. at Graham IV in the tournament’s Third place second semifinal game. The Tigers (6-2-0) outshot Dodge 2:15 p.m. — P.L./ECM loser vs. County, 42-10. South/Century loser Nate Stadheim also scored twice, Fifth place Ashwaubenon 7, and had one assist, for Albert Lea. 4:30 p.m. — Eastview/Mayo win- Adam Herbst had a goal and two Northfield 4 assists, while Auston Larson and ner vs. JM/N.R. winner Parker DeRosier scored two minutes Lewis Kelly each had one goal and Championship into the game and Ashwaubenon (Wis.) one assist. Brady Falk also scored Lourdes players celebrate a first-period goal by Karl Krecke during 7 p.m. — P.L./ECM winner vs. led the rest of the way, earning a spot once for the Tigers. first-round action against Richfield. South/Century winner

GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP Panthers, Rockets both earn spot in Sertoma Shootout semifinals By Ben Pherson [email protected] The Rochester Century girls hockey team opened the Sertoma/Home Federal shootout with a convinc- ing 6-2 victory over New Richmond, Wis., on Wednesday at the Rochester Recreation Center. Once again, the Panthers received a monstrous effort from the Aney sisters, who are averaging more than three points per game. Jessica and Katie Aney combined for 10 points Wednesday to lead the Panthers. Katie Aney finished with a hat trick, and she also added three assists for a total of six points. Jessica Aney had four points on one goal and three assists. Ashley Adams also turned in a big effort for Century. She scored two goals and added three assists. Leah Batterson added three assists. Abby Cunningham and Kaitlyn Photos by Elizabeth Nida Obert / [email protected] Maidl combined in goal for the Left, Century sophomore Katherine Aney, left, races to the puck against Wednesday at the Sertoma/Home Federal Shootout at the Roch- Panthers. Cunningham recorded 15 saves, while Maidl had nine. ester Recreation Center. Right, Century junior Rebecca Lorsung, left, tracks down a loose puck against New Richmond. “The girls played a very strong game opening round of the Sertoma/Home battles with success. It was nice to first period and added three insur- and got a decisive win against a team Federal Shootout on Wednesday at Sertoma Shootout see the smiles from the girls and ance goals in the third. that beat us earlier in the season,” the Rochester Recreation Center. we could see that they felt proud of Rebecca Graham took the loss in Century coach Dan Maidl said. “All After falling behind 1-0 in the Scores from Wednesday’s their effort.” goal for the Spartans. She recorded of our defensemen played with poise opening period, the Rockets scored Meyers finished with 24 saves. 36 saves. and confidence and made great deci- Sertoma/Home Federal Shootout two second-period goals and got the JM/Lourdes 3, Mahtomedi 2 “For most of the game, we battled sions with and without the puck.” at the Rochester Rec Center: game-winner in the third. John Marshall/Lourdes ...0 2 1 well against the, but the times we Century 6, New Richmond 2 Mahtomedi ...... 1 1 0 The Panthers (7-4) advanced to the Mahtomedi is ranked No. 16 in let up, they capitalized on it and tournament semifinals at 5:15 p.m. John Marshall/Lourdes: Hannah Nelson 1 goal; Blair the state. JM/Lourdes 3, Mahtomedi 2 Lebeck 1 assist; Sam Macken 1 goal, 1 assist; Nicole Nel- scored,” Mayo coach Jeff Phillips Thursday back at the Rec Center. Onalaska, Wis. 3, Winona 2 son 1 goal, 1 assist; Savannah Seeger 1 assist; Kathleen said. “It was a pretty tough starting The Rockets advance to face Valentine 1 assist. Goalie: Erin Meyers 24 saves. Century 6, New Richmond 2 another ranked foe — No. 7 Orono Central Wisconsin Storm vs. Orono, matchup for us. Rebecca Graham New Richmond ...... 0 1 1 Mahtomedi: Madison Bergren 1 goal; Annie But- was the first star of the game for us. — at 7:15 tonight in the semifinals not provided. termore 1 goal; Goalie: Angela Boreen 20 saves. Century ...... 1 3 2 back at the Rec Center. She kept us in the game going into New Richmond, Wis.: Shelby Rolland goal, assist; New Ulm 5, Luverne 2 the third period.” Nicole Nelson netted the game Kaylee Bebeau assist; Ali Wielinski assist; Paige Charland Rochester’s Day 2 matchups: Spartans blanked at The Spartans return to action goal. Goalie: Baily Lund 25 saves. winner for JM/Lourdes seven minutes today against Silver Bay, which lost Century: Ashley Adams 2 goals, 2 assists; Jessie Aney into the third period. Hannah Nelson Century vs. Onalaska, 5:15 p.m. Schwan Cup opener 6-5 in overtime to Hutchinson. goal, 3 assists; Leah Batterson 3 assists; Katie Aney 3 and Sam Macken scored the second- JM/Lourdes vs. Storm/Orono, 7:15 BLAINE, Minn. — Rochester goals, 3 assists. Goalies: Kaitlyn Maidl 9 saves; Abby p.m. Benilde-SM 5, Mayo 0 Cunningham 15 saves. period tallies. Blair Lebeck, Macken, Mayo struggled to match the speed Nicole Nelson, Savannah Seeger and of Benilde St. Margaret’s, and the Benilde ...... 2 0 3 Kathleen Valentine all had assists energy and played a complete game Spartans suffered a 5-0 loss in their Mayo ...... 0 0 0 Mayo: Rebecca Graham 36 saves. Rockets rally for victory for the Rockets. against a very good opponent. We first game at the annual Schwan Cup Benilde St. Margaret’s: Not provided. Rochester John Marshall/Lourdes “Our girls turned the corner had big efforts from several girls and at the Schwan Super Rink. rallied from a 1-0 deficit to earn a tonight,” JM/Lourdes coach Bob showed that when we come ready to The Spartans were outshot 41-12. PostBulletin.com 3-2 victory•••••••• over Mahtomedi in the Montrose said. “We played with more compete, we can finish those tough Benilde scored two goals in the for Century girls hockey slide show D4 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2011 POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com

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KIWANIS HOCKEY FESTIVAL: CLASS AA Century, Eau Claire to meet for championship Memorial wins P-B’s 3 stars KIWANIS HOCKEY FESTIVAL SCORES second consecutive Three stars from Day 2 of the Class AA Kiwanis/Think OT game Bank Festival: CLASS A SCHEDULE 1. Erik Wennberg, (All games at Graham IV) By Jason Feldman WEDNESDAY, DEC. 28 Century : The senior [email protected] Quarterfinals (507) 281-7430 stopped 40 of the 42 shots Albert Lea 10, Dodge County 1 he faced in a 4-2 semifinal Rochester Century will play St. Michael-Albertville 7, New Ulm for its first Kiwanis/Think victory against Fargo South. 5 Bank boys hockey Festival He made 31 saves over the Ashwaubenon 7, Northfield 4 title since 2006 tonight. final two periods. Rochester Lourdes 12, Richfield 2 The Panthers have their 2. Brady Burzynski, THURSDAY, DEC. 29 Consolation senior goalie to thank for the E.C. Memorial : The senior opportunity. New Ulm 8, Dodge County 2 set up teammate Charley Erik Wennberg was Northfield 7, Richfield 2 outstanding on Thursday, Graaskamp for the game- Semifinals stopping 40 of the 42 shots he winning goal against Prior St. Michael-Albertville 4, Albert faced in a 4-2 victory against Lake in overtime. Lea 2 Fargo (N.D.) South in a Festi- 3. Scott Nelson, Rochester Lourdes 9, Ashwaubenon val semifinal game. Wennberg Eastview : The senior had 0 made 31 of those saves over TODAY the final two periods. two goals and two assists Seventh place He helped Century preserve in a 6-3 victory against 11:30 a.m. — Dodge County (1- its lead and the victory, as Mayo, lifting the Lightning 7-0) vs. Richfield (3-6-1) the Panthers had to kill three into today’s consolation Third place penalties in the third period championship game. 2 p.m. — Albert Lea (6-3-0) vs. alone. Ashwaubenon (6-4-1) “He won that one for us,” time to Eau Claire Memorial. Fifth place Panthers coach Josh Klingfus “(On Wednesday) we got 4:15 p.m. — New Ulm (6-6-0) vs. said. “He made some great Northfield (7-4-0) Photos by Scott Jacobson / [email protected] down early, came back and saves, but in the last 7-10 Century goaltender Erik Wennberg makes a save and defenseman Riese Zmolek turns tied it, then just didn’t have Championship minutes, he was phenomenal. to clear the rebound during Panthers’ game with Fargo South in the semifinals of enough left,” Eastview coach 6:30 p.m. — St. Michael-Albert- But, that’s a senior leader. He Drey Bradley said. “(Thurs- ville (5-3-0) vs. Rochester Lourdes stepped us and kept us in it the 19th annual Rochester Kiwanis & Think Bank Hockey Festival Thursday at Gra- day) the guys got after it early (8-3-0) when we needed him to.” ham Arena. and were rewarded for it.” The Panthers (7-3-0) led 2-0 “Mike sent the puck in have gone to overtime, after who will play for the conso- Scott Nelson and Nick CLASS AA SCHEDULE after one period on goals by from the point — he meant playing in two games decided lation title at 4:30 p.m. today Cerrato scored twice for the (All games at Graham I) Isaac St. Marie and Brandon to send it wide, we made eye by two goals last year. against Eastview. Lightning (6-4-0),while Ethan WEDNESDAY, DEC. 28 Kautz. contact and he knew what he “A lot of it, against the run- JM received goals from Murray and Mitch Beattie had Quarterfinals Kautz scored again just was doing,” Burzynski said. and-gun Minnesota teams is, Marcus Buehler and Gavin one goal each. Nelson also had 1 p.m. — Prior Lake 6, Eastview 1:43 into the second for a 3-0 “I knew the goalie had come we’re good in our defensive Sandwick in the second two assists. 4 advantage. out from the net, so I tried a zone and that keeps the games period, both of which tied the Ryan Martin scored twice 3:15 p.m. — Eau Claire (Wis.) Me- South (4-4-0) pulled within a wrapround, but got denied. close,” Burzynski said. “It’s a score after the Rockets had for Mayo, Matt Rogers had one morial 2, Rochester Mayo 1, OT goal, though, as Dallas Rafte- Then I saw Charlie cutting to tribute to our coaches to be fallen behind by a goal. Matt goal and Steve Serratore had 5:45 p.m. — Fargo (N.D.) South 6, vold and Jarret Olson-Etches the net and got it to him.” able to adjust.” Cyr and Hunter Heightland two assists. Rochester John Marshall 2 scored in the second period. Memorial controlled had an assist each for the 8 p.m. — Rochester Century 6, Olson-Etches’ goal came on a Thursday’s semifinal for long CONSOLATION Rockets (5-5-1). “We have to come to the rink prepared to play,” Mayo New Richmond (Wis.) 3 power play, as Jake Hintz fed stretches in the opening two JM will face rival Roches- New Richmond 5, JM 2 assistant coach Todd Huyber THURSDAY, DEC. 29 him with a nice back-door feed periods. It outshot Prior Lake ter Mayo in a rematch of last late in the second period. 23-13 over the first two peri- After trading momentum for said. “We can’t just go through Consolation two periods, New Richmond year’s seventh-place game, an Nick Jacobs scored the ods and 34-20 in the game. the motions then get a wakeup Eastview 6, Rochester Mayo 3 took control with two goals in entertaining battle that the game’s final goal, on a power The Lakers (4-4-0) were able call when we’re down three New Richmond 5, Rochester JM 2 less than four minutes early in Rockets won in the closing play, with 3:26 remaining in to match Memorial’s size and goals. Semifinals the third period. seconds of overtime. the third. speed up front, something “We have to get back to Eau Claire Memorial 1, Prior Lake the Old Abes aren’t used to The scored was tied 2-2 after Eastview 6, Mayo 3 doing the things that made 0, OT Wennberg then held his seeing. ground and kept the Bruins off two, but Parker Olson scored Eastview struck four times us successful at the start of Rochester Century 4, Fargo South the board over the final 1:48, “We’ve played teams as at 4:29 and 7:58 of the third to in a 5-minute, 21-second span the year, winning races to the 2 when Century had a player physical (as Prior Lake),” give the Tigers (4-6-0) the lead in the opening period, build- puck and getting it in deep.” TODAY in the penalty box and South Burzynski said, “but not as for good. Max Skatrud also ing a 4-0 lead after one and Mayo plays for seventh place Seventh place pulled its goalie for a 6-on-4 physical and as talented.” scored twice for New Rich- holding off Mayo in the second at noon today, while Eastview Noon — Rochester Mayo (6-4-0) advantage. Memorial neutralized the mond, including an empty-net and third periods. Both teams plays for fifth at 4:30 p.m. vs. Rochester John Marshall (5-5-1) Lakers size and speed by play- goal with 52 seconds remain- were playing less than 24 Third place “(Wennberg) played with a ing. lot of confidence,” Klingfus ing a strong game in its own hours after close first-round PostBulletin.com 2:15 p.m. — Prior Lake (4-4-0) vs. said, “and even after giving up end. Both of the Old Abes’ Nate Jones also had a goal losses, Eastview by two goals for boys hockey slide show Fargo South (4-4-0) a couple of goals, he kept his games at the Festival this year and two assists for the Tigers, to Prior Lake, Mayo in over- of Century, JM, Lourdes Fifth place head in the game. Give him a 4:30 p.m. — Eastview (6-4-0) vs. lot of credit for this one.” New Richmond (4-6-0) Century will face Eau Championship Claire (Wis.) Memorial at 7 7 p.m. — Eau Claire Memorial (8- p.m. tonight at Graham I in the 1-1) vs. Rochester Century (7-3-0) title game. SEMIFINAL Eastview player Memorial 1, Prior Lake 0 taken to Saint Marys Brady Burzynski didn’t have as precaution to say anything to Mike Kapla. One quick look between the In the closing seconds Eau Claire Memorial team- of Eastview’s 6-3 victory mates was good enough. against Rochester Mayo on Thursday, Eastview senior Kapla, with the puck at the forward Jon Plaszcz was blue line, had a clear shoot- hit into the boards and ing lane. Instead, he fired suffered a neck injury. the puck wide of the goal to Plaszcz remained on the Burzynski. Burzynski’s wrap- ice for about 10 minutes, around attempt was stopped, until an ambulance arrived but he slid the rebound to a to transport him to Saint cutting Charley Graaskamp, Marys Hospital. Though he who buried it for the only goal had feeling in his extremi- of the game. ties, he was taken to Saint Graaskamp’s goal, just 39 Marys for precautionary seconds into overtime, gave reasons, Lightning coach Memorial a 1-0 victory in a Drey Bradley said. physical, hard-hitting game “They were just taking against Prior Lake. The win precaution. They can never lifts the Old Abes (8-1-1 overal) Century’s Riese Zmolek passes to his linemate John Marshall’s Alex McGinn and goalie James Casazza watch a be too careful when it’s a into today’s championship neck and back (injury),” game against Century. Brandon Kautz. rebound bounce high into the air during a consolation game. Bradley said. “It’s a tough thing to happen at anytime. You never want to be in GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP that position or be the one who (made the hit).” Eastview is scheduled to Century advances to Sertoma Shootout title game play at 4:30 p.m. today in the consolation champion- Post-Bulletin staff Darling 1 goal Montrose said team captains in a semifinal game in the ter Mayo bounced back from a ship of the Class AA tour- Century: Katie Aney 3 goals; Shantel Loos nament. Katie Aney scored four Hannah and Nicole Nelson eight-team Blue Division. first-round shutout loss to the 2 goals; Madeline Eischen 1 goal; Jessica — Jason Feldman minutes into overtime to give Aney 3 assists; Allysa Dahl 2 assists; MaKenzie provided good leadership but Breck held a 44-25 advan- state’s No. 2-ranked AA team Century a 6-5 win over Onal- Birkestrand 1 assist. Goalie: Abby Cunningham the offense was lacking. tage in shots on goal. Milica on Wednesday to beat Silver aska, Wis., in a Sertoma Shoo- 28 saves. “We need to find a way to McMillen scored three goals Bay 2-1 in a Schwan Cup Blue tout semifinal game Thursday create more spark from within for the Mustangs (13-0). Kort- Division consolation semifinal at the Recreation Center. Orono blanks JM/L this group of girls,” he said. ney Kleber and Katie Robin- game on Thursday. Sertoma John Marshall/Lourdes The victory earned the son scored the goals for Dodge Mayo goalie Jamie Clay mustered some shots on goal Orono 3, JM/Lourdes 0 Shootout Panthers (8-4) a spot in County (9-5), with Darby Dodds stopped 18 of the 19 shots but didn’t score in a 3-0 loss to Orono ...... 2 1 0 — 3 assisting on both goals. tonight’s 7:30 championship JM/Lourdes ...... 0 0 0 — 0 Silver Bay put on goal. Orono in a Sertoma Shootout Scores from Thurssday’s game against 12-1 Orono, the Dodge County was to meet semifinal game Thursday at Orono: Brianna Bren 2 goals; Sarah Harrison Beth Gibson and Sara Sertoma/Home Federal which is ranked seventh in the 1 assist; Millie Luedkte 1 goal. Goalie: Casey Hutchinson at 4:30 today for the Recreation Center. Brakke scored one goal each Shootout at the Rochester state Class A poll. Hartifel 19 saves. third place. Hutchinson was for Mayo. Gabby Laures and JM/Lourdes (7-7) will face John Marshall/Lourdes: Goalie: Erin Mey- blitzed 9-0 by Benilde-St. Rec Center: The goal was Aney’s third of ers 23 saves. Olivia Mewhorter had assists. Onalaska at 5:15 today in the Margaret’s, which is ranked Century 6, Onalaska, Wis. 5 the game. Shantel Loos scored Mayo (10-4) was to meet St. third-place game. No. 2 in the AA state poll. (OT) two goals for Century, which SCHWAN CUP Paul United (9-5) today at 2:15 is now 8-4. JM/Lourdes coach Bob Breck 8, Dodge County 2 for the consolation trophy. New Richmond 7, Luverne 2 Dodge County meets Breck ...... 4 3 1 — 8 Neither team led by more Montrose said Orono limited United beat Eveleth-Gilbert Orono 3, JM/Lourdes 0 his team to just a few quality tough opponent Dodge County ...... 1 1 0 — 2 than one goal at any point of Breck : Brianna Bren 2 goals; Sarah Harrison 6-2 on Thursday. New Ulm-Winona; Central the game. Onalaska tied the scoring opportunities through- BLAINE, Minn. — With a 3-0 1 assist; Millie Luedkte 1 goal. Goalie: Casey Mayo 2, Silver Bay 1 Wisconsin Storm vs. Mahtomedi game at 14:04 of the third out the game. win Wednesday over Eveleth- Hartifel 19 saves. Silver Bay ...... 0 1 0 — 1 period. Gilbert, the Dodge County girls Dodge County: Goalie: Erin Meyers 23 not provided. “We really didn’t bring our Mayo ...... 1 1 0 — 2 best effort tonight,” Montrose hockey team earned a shot at saves. Rochester’s Day 3 matchups: Century 6, Onalaska, Wis. 5 (OT) the state’s No. 1-ranked Class Silver Bay: Taylor Guzzo 1 goal. Goalie: Onalaska ...... 2 2 1 0 — 5 said. “Give Orono credit, they Mayo wins in Phoenix Lillis 13 saves. Century vs. Orono, 7:30 p.m. are a good team, but I think we A team, Breck. Century ...... 2 1 2 1 — 6 Mayo: Beth Gibson 1 goal; Sara Brakke 1 JM/Lourdes vs. Onalaska, have more to offer than what Breck won that game Thurs- consolation semifinal Onalaska : Theresa Knutson 3 goals, 1 as- goal; Gabby Laures 1 assist; Olivia Mewhorter 5:15 p.m. sist; Jayda Hoerres•••••••• 1 goal, 1 assist; Baylee we showed against them.” day, beating the Wildcats 8-2 BLAINE, Minn. — Roches- 1 assist. Goalie: Jamie Clay 18 saves. POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2011 C5

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HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS HOCKEY PRO BASKETBALL Wade, James hold off Timberwolves Heat break tie in final seconds; Wolves still winless By Jon Krawczynski Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS — Dwyane Wade wasn’t about to let the Minnesota Timberwolves spoil LeBron James’ birthday. Wade hit a jumper from the wing, then scored on an inbounds pass from James with 4.6 seconds to play to lift the undefeated Heat to a 103-101 victory over the Wolves on Friday night. Playing on a sore foot, Wade finished with 19 points, while James had 34 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds on his 27th birthday. Ricky Rubio had 12 points, 12 assists and six rebounds, and Kevin Love had 25 points and 12 boards for the Timberwolves, who led Associated Press 100-99 with 55 seconds to play. Minnesota’s Kevin Love (42) and Miami’s Michele Jokinen / [email protected] But Wade hit a jumper and then lost Rubio Chris Bosh (1) battle for a rebound in Orono’s Madison Martini (22) and Century’s Markayle Schears battle it out for con- on an inbounds play to make the winning the second half Friday in Minneapolis. trol of the puck during the championship game of the 16th annual Sertoma/Home bucket, one game after beating the Charlotte The Heat won 103-101. Bosh scored 20 Federal Shootout girls hockey tournament Friday at the Recreation Center. Bobcats with a last-second shot. points and Love led the Timberwolves It was a crushing defeat for the upstart with 25 points and 12 rebounds. Wolves, who had the mighty Heat on the ropes all fourth quarter thanks to Rubio’s brilliance. in the second quarter for a 39-26 lead, and it Century 2nd at Shootout The Spanish rookie fed open teammates for looked like Miami was pulling away. easy buckets and hit a 3-pointer with 2:28 to But Rubio, Randolph and Ellington spear- goals and two assists for Orono beat Onalaska, Wis. 5-3 in play that gave them a 98-94 lead. headed a 14-0 run to put the Wolves back in Panthers come up while Ellie Martini had a goal the third-place game of the But James scored on a crucial three-point front. and four assists and Rebekah Sertoma Shootout in Roches- play and Anthony Tolliver missed two key Then James turned the third quarter into empty in third Smith had a goal and three ter on Friday. free throws in the final minute to give Wade a one-man dunk contest, soaring through the assists. The game was tied 1-1 going a chance to steal it. air for three straight that put the Heat back period vs. Orono “We have pretty balanced into the third period. Anthony Randolph had 14 points and in control. He threw down a windmill, a base- scoring,” Radloff said. “All “We played a great game Wayne Ellington added 11 off the bench for line lob from Cole and a final one-handed By Guy N. Limbeck three lines can score and all tonight,” JM/L coach Bob Minnesota. hammer for a 78-72 lead. [email protected] three scored tonight.” Montrose said. “We kept our Norris Cole scored 12 for the Heat. Heat 103, Timberwolves 101 feet moving and we were a lot (507) 285-7724 “The first two periods we It was a thrilling back-and-forth between MIAMI (103) played a lot better,” Katie quicker to pucks than we have James 16-26 2-4 34, Bosh 9-17 2-3 20, Anthony 0-3 0-0 0, Century isn’t going to let one been lately and that proved to a star-studded team that counts a loss in the bad period take away from Aney said. “The third period, NBA finals as a failure and the young up-and- Chalmers 3-5 0-0 9, Wade 8-19 3-6 19, Battier 0-5 0-0 0, Haslem we kind of lost it. We were all be the difference.” 4-7 1-1 9, Cole 6-10 0-0 12, Howard 0-0 0-0 0, Jones 0-1 0-0 0. its experience at the Sertoma comers who had lost 17 straight games. Totals 46-93 8-14 103. Shootout. tired, but overall it was a great Sam Macken and Nicole tournament.” Nelson both scored two goals Playing without veteran guard J.J. Barea, MINNESOTA (101) The Panthers reached the who tormented the Heat in the finals with While Orono rolled through for JM/L. Macken added three Beasley 2-6 0-0 4, Love 10-19 4-6 25, Milicic 1-3 1-2 3, Ridnour championship game of the assists and Nelson one. Shelby Dallas, because of a strained right hamstring, 2-6 0-0 6, Johnson 2-6 0-0 6, Rubio 4-7 2-3 12, Ellington 5-13 0-0 girls hockey tournament in the tournament with a 3-0 the Wolves ripped off an 11-0 run in the final 11, Tolliver 3-8 3-5 10, Randolph 6-9 2-2 14, Williams 4-6 0-2 10. mark, Century finished 2-1 Greer also scored a goal for Totals 39-83 12-20 101. Rochester, only to fall 9-1 the Rockets. period for an 88-83 lead with 7:20 to play. against 12-1 Orono, which is and settled for second. The Miami ...... 31 20 31 21 — 103 “We have a great bunch Chris Bosh kept the Heat in it with some ranked No. 7 in the state in Panthers, who have struggled Minnesota ...... 20 33 22 26 — 101 of girls and the bring a very sharp shooting, hitting jumper after jumper Class A. until the past two seasons, 3-Point Goals — Miami 3-14 (Chalmers 3-4, Jones 0-1, Cole 0-1, were third at the Sertoma last positive attitude to the game,” just over Love’s out-stretched hand. James 0-1, Bosh 0-2, Battier 0-5), Minnesota 11-29 (Rubio 2-2, Wil- Orono held a slim 2-1 lead year. Montrose said. “When they James scored 15 points in the first quarter, liams 2-3, Ridnour 2-5, Johnson 2-6, Tolliver 1-3, Love 1-3, Ellington before scoring seven straight 1-6, Randolph 0-1). Fouled Out — None. Rebounds — Miami 50 “I’m not disappointed,” move all the way to the puck and the Heat flustered the young Wolves into goals in the third period. (Haslem, Bosh 9), Minnesota 55 (Love 12). Assists — Miami 29 (James Maidl said. “Just getting this and create space away from six turnovers and 39 percent shooting. Cole 10), Minnesota 21 (Rubio 12). Total Fouls — Miami 21, Minnesota 22. “We started moving our feet far, with the history of the the puck they score goals and then scored six of the Heat’s first eight points Technicals — Minnesota Coach Adelman. A — 19,356 (19,356). and stayed out of the penalty program, that’s all I can ask. I think that’s what they did box,” Orono coach Keith We’re getting better.” tonight.” Radloff said. “It’s not (disappointing) Mia Bruesewitz had 32 saves BASKETBALL NEXT 3 GAMES “They came out really hard because everyone came for the Rockets, including 17 and we kind of ran out of gas,” together as a team in the tour- in the first period. Bruese- FOR MINNESOTA TEAMS Century coach Dan Maidl said nament,” Aney said. witz won the Sertoma Shoot- Minnesota’s of the final period. “For two out goalie skills contest based Team Opponent Time TV And with just three seniors on total number of break- Mbakwe has periods we felt we played on the roster, the Panthers (8-5 ICE HAWKS JUNIOR HOCKEY some of our best hockey.” away saves. Nicole Nelson this season) have high hopes was second in the shooting Today Owls 7:05 p.m. The Panthers were right in knee surgery for the future. contest. Sunday Lakers 5:35 p.m. the game when Katie Aney “We got third place this Onalaska is the top-rated Associated Press Jan. 6 Lakers 7:05 p.m. scored on an assist from year, maybe we’ll come back sister Jessie Aney in the final team in Wisconsin. MINNEAPOLIS — Minne- and win it next year,” Maidl sota star Trevor Mbakwe has MINNESOTA WILD minute of the third period. But said. “We are starting to see any momentum was quickly contributions from several had reconstructive surgery Today Phoenix 5 p.m. FS North washed away as Orono came Orono 9, Century 1 other girls away from the puck on his injured right knee. Wednesday at Vancouver 9 p.m. FS North Century ...... 0 1 0 — 1 out strong in the third period as well and that is all a part of Coach Tubby Smith said Saturday at Calgary 9 p.m. FS North and swarmed the Century Orono ...... 0 2 7 — 9 the overall process in getting Friday’s procedure went Century: Katie Aney 1 goal; Jessie Aney 1 “very well” for the senior MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES goal. assist. Goalies: Abby Cunningham 28 saves, 8 the puck to the net,” Montrose forward, whose college Orono scored two goals in goals; Hannah Kautto 3 saves, 1 goal. said. “The girls should feel Sunday Dallas 6 p.m. FS North career ended early when the first 58 seconds of the Orono: Millie Luedtke 3 goals, 2 assists; proud of their effort tonight, Monday San Antonio 7 p.m. No TV he tore the anterior cruciate third period and four goals in Ellie Martini 1 goal, 4 assists; Rebekah Smith 1 they were great.” Wednesday Memphis 7 p.m. FS North goal, 3 assists; Haley Sawatzke 1 goal; Brianna ligament during Minnesota’s the first 4:17. JM/Lourdes 5, Onalaska 3 Bren 1 goal, 2 assists; Stephanie Knight 1 goal; loss to Dayton on Nov. 27. “Those two quick ones in Hailey Hickey 1 assist; Madison Martini 1 goal, Onalaska ...... 0 1 2 — 3 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEN’S HOCKEY JM/Lourdes ...... 1 0 4 — 5 The Gophers won their third set the tone,” Maidl 2 assists. Goalie: Casey Hartfiel 12 saves. Today Mariucci Classic 6 p.m. Onalaska: Theresa Knutson 1 goals1 assists; first six games to finish said. Jan. 7 Notre Dame 7 p.m. BTN JM/Lourdes places third Jayda Hoerres 1 goals1 assists; Ellie Meyer 1 their non-conference sched- “They played a lot better goals; Jeanalyn Schnindler 27 saves; ule after Mbakwe was hurt, Jan. 13 at North Dakota 7:30 p.m FS North then we did in the third place in tournament John Marshall/Lourdes: Hannah Nelson 1 but they lost their Big Ten assist; Sam Macken 2 goals, 3 assists; Nicole UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WOMEN’S HOCKEY period,” Katie Aney said. John Marshall scored four Nelson 2 goals,1 assist; Shelby Greer 1 goal, opener on Tuesday night at Millie Luedtke had three times in the third period to Goalie: Mia Bruesewitz 32 saves. Illinois in double overtime. Jan. 6 Wisconsin 7:07 p.m. Minnesota plays at Michigan Jan. 7 Wisconsin 4:07 p.m. on Sunday afternoon. Jan. 13 at Minnesota-Duluth 7:07 p.m. MEN’S HOCKEY Mbakwe led the team with Mayo, Dodge County bring 14 points and 9.1 rebounds UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEN’S BASKETBALL per game before he went Sunday at Michigan 3 p.m. BTN home trophies at Schwan Cup Minnesota down. He was picked for the Preseason All-Big Ten first Jan. 4 Iowa 8 p.m. BTN Post-Bulletin staff The coach also said Stettler beats Niagara team. Jan. 8 Purdue 5 p.m. BTN had “her best game of the BLAINE, Minn. — Mayo UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL season.” Associated Press nipped St. Paul United 2-1 Monday Indiana 2 p.m. on Friday to claim the conso- Rebecca Graham had 21 MINNEAPOLIS — Jake lation title at the Schwann saves for the Spartans, who Hansen had a goal and two Purdue edges Jan. 5 at Northwestern 7 p.m. Cup. improve to 11-4. assists to lead Minnesota Jan. 12 Purdue 7 p.m. to a 5-1 win over Niagara Mayo won its last two tour- Gophers women Mayo 2, St. Paul United 1 on Friday and a berth in UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WRESTLING nament games after falling to St. Paul United ...... 0 1 0 -- 1 the championship game at Associated Press Sunday at Southern Scuffle All day state-ranked Benilde in the Rochester Mayo .... 1 1 0 — 2 the Mariucci Classic men’s first round. The fifth-place United: Alev Baysoy 1 goal. Goalie: Sonja WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. Monday at Southern Scuffle All day college hockey tourna- effort was Mayo’s best finish Knudson 14 saves. — Antionette Howard scored Jan. 8 Ohio State 1 p.m. ment. ever at the tournament. Mayo: Kali Aldrich 1 goal; Steph Stettler the go-ahead basket and 1 goal, 1 assist; Olivia Kemp 1 assist. Goalie: K.K. Houser had 15 points Mayo scored just 2:45 into The Gophers (15-5-1), who MINNESOTA VIKINGS FOOTBALL Jamie Clay 24 saves. to lead No. 20 Purdue to a the game on the power play. last won the title in 2008, Sunday Chicago Noon Fox 57-53 victory over Minnesota Kali Aldrich tallied the will play for their 13th cham- Dodge County takes 3rd in the Big Ten opener for goal on an assist from Steph pionship Saturday. both teams Friday night. Stettler. Dana Rasmussen scored Hansen was one of nine DOES YOUR 401(K) St. Paul United tied the three goals as Dodge County Minnesota players with The Boilermakers (11-3) www.postbulletin.com game in the second period. thumped Hutchinson 6-1 to points Friday. Justin Holl, shot just 30.4 percent, but MATTER TO YOU? Mayo scored just 17 seconds take third place in the same Nick Larson, Erik Haula tied the game at 50 on a free later. Stettler scored what bracket of the same tourna- and Zach Budish also had throw by Sam Ostarello, and Read Malcolm Berko’s investment proved to be the winning goal, ment. goals for the Gophers, who then Howard scored on a assisted by Gabby Laures. Darby Dodds scored two improved to 3-0-0 all-time layup to give Purdue its first column every Tuesday. lead in the second half at “This was our best game in goals and she, Lydia Wagner against the Purple Eagles. 52-50. FOR CONVENIENT HOME DELIVERY, CALL the tournament,” Mayo coach and Kortney Kleber had two Kent Patterson made 20 Jeff Phillips said. “The girls assists each. Wagner scored saves, with a high of seven Howard scored again with 507-285-7676 or 800-562-1758 | Mon.-Fri. 8-6:30, Sat. 8-3 came and started the game a goal for the Wildcats (10-5), in each of the first two peri- 1:27 left in the game to give with a lot of energy which was who led 3-0 after one period. ods. the Boilermakers a 54-52 Dodge County outshot lead. She finished with 13 impressive after playing two The Gophers scored twice Hutchinson (6-7) 26-11. points and four rebounds. games the two days before. in each of the first two peri- Rachel Banham scored 15 We got a quick lead which Dodge County 6, Hutchinson 1 ods for a 4-0 lead. Newspaper readers points and Leah Cotton had got our momentum going and Dodge County ...... 3 1 2 -- 6 answered their goal with Niagara (5-6-6) had its 11 for the Golden Gophers Hutchinson ...... 0 1 0 — 1 six-game unbeaten string another quick one.” Dodge County: Dana Rasmussen 3 goals, (8-7). are more loyal today The Spartans killed off a 1 assist; Darby Dodds 2 goals, 2 assists; Lydia snapped. Tyler Matthews Minnesota took a lead in key 5-on-3 disadvantage in the Wagner 1 goal, 2 assists; Emily Gunderson 1 had the Purple Eagles’ the first half after being tied second period. Mac McCor- assist; Kortney Kleber 2 assists. Goalie: Anna only goal early in the third at 19 when Katie Loberg hit than 10 years ago. Hunter 10 saves. period. mack, Tessa Rud and Laures Hutchinson: Claire Cripps 1 goal; Sara a jumper, which sparked were the keys to killing the Carlson 1 assist. Goalie: Desiree Teubert 20 Niagara goalie Cody the Golden Gophers on a penalty, Phillips•••••••• said. saves. Campbell made 38 saves. 7-0 run. SCARBOROUGH RESEARCH POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2012 D5

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ROCHESTER GIRLS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP ROCHESTER BOYS HOCKEY ROUNDUP Highlights and heroes Mayo loses battle Boys basketball Century’s Wennberg • Kirk Thompson collected his 300th coaching win as Plainview-Elgin-Millville rolled past Wabasha- Kellogg 85-45. Cory Speer had 17 points and was gets 2nd straight shutout one of four P-E-M players in double figures. of Big 9 leaders Post-Bulletin staff Panthers coach Josh Klingfus • Hayfield senior Bobbie Stephens became the Rochester Century had a said only a handful of players Post-Bulletin staff Halftime: ME 35, MAYO 30. sixth Hayfield boy to score 1,000 career points rough bounce-back perfor- were at their best on Tues- Free throws: MAYO 11-19, ME 15-21. with a three-pointer late in the first half of a non- MANKATO — Rochester mance after capturing the day, though, specifically goalie Three-point goals: MAYO 7 (Miller 3, conference blowout win over Blooming Prairie. Ste- Mayo slipped at the start and Ruedinger 2, Ulsh 1, Lundquist 1), ME 6 (Ries Kiwanis/Think Mutual Bank Erik Wennberg, and captains never got enough traction to 4, Childress 2). phens scored 20 on the night Festival last week. Nick Jacobs and Brandon and teammate Cole Kruger Thompson Kautz. With 20 saves against catch Mankato East in a Big The Panthers didn’t have added 19. West (4-4-0, 6-6-1), Wennberg Nine Conference girls basket- their best Cold shooting r e c o r d e d ball game Tuesday night. • Zach Hinrichs scored 20 points to lead Lake performance, his second Mankato East surged to dooms Lourdes City past Pine Island 69-51. Austin McGee had 18 but, despite a 15-point lead by midway consecutive A cold shooting night at points for Pine Island. being outshot, through the first half and shutout. Alumni Hall sent the Roches- • Chase Busian made six three-pointers and they managed never relinquished the lead K l i n g f u s ter Lourdes girls basketball scored 23 points for St. Charles in the Saints’ 51-41 to hold off in a 73-64 win. said Century team to its fourth straight win at Chatfield. M a n k a t o These were the last two West for a will be with- defeat Tuesday night. • Lucas Ziemba made four three-pointers and out a couple undefeated teams in confer- Stephens 1-0 Big Nine ence play; Mayo is now 4-1 in Stewartville shot nearly scored 25 points for Zumbrota-Mazeppa in the Conference of injured the Big Nine and 7-4 overall, twice as well and beat Lourdes Cougars’ 57-53 win at Good- boys hockey players for and Mankato East improved to 45-28 in an HVL Conference hue. For the Wildcats, Michael McNamara had a victory on Thursday’s 4-0 and 8-1. Gold Division game. Stewart- double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Tuesday at Wennberg Jacobs rematch with ville improved to 6-4 overall • Tanner Lange poured in 30 points to lead King- the Rochester c r o s s t o w n L a u r e n and 1-0 in the Gold Division; sland past Lewiston-Altura 66-55. Josh Ehlenfeldt Recreation Center. rival John Marshall. JM beat Ulsh had an Lourdes is 3-8, 0-2 in the divi- had 22 points for L-A. Century, 5-4, on Dec. 13. outstand- sion. West oushot Century, 20-12. ing game for “This will be a chance for Lourdes shot just 19 percent • Aric Elton scored 25 points as Spring Grove Sophomore Jake Roth some other guys to step in and M a y o w i t h blasted Hope Lutheran 94-36. scored the game’s lone goal, in 26 points on from the field, compared to show what they can do,” Kling- 40 percent for Stewartville, • Ben McCoy had 24 points and four steals as the first period, with an assist fus said. 10-of-15 shoot- from Matt Sturchio. ing from the and the Tigers also held a La Crescent stopped Cotter 45-41. The Century-JM game is field, and rebounding advantage. • Trent Vix netted 34 points and Nick Thompson Lange The victory for the Panthers scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Thurs- four assists. “We got off to a slow start added 18 as Rushford-Peterson beat Southland 66- (5-1-0 Big Nine, 8-3-1 overall) day at the Rec Center. S h e l e d a and missed most of our early 54. R-P made 13 three-pointers, eight by Vix. Mike comes on the heels of last Ulsh Friday’s shootout victory Century 1, West 0 strong come- shots,” said Lourdes coach Goergen had 23 points for Southland. Mankato West : Zach Fox 11 saves. back as the Spartans closed Myron Glass. “We got behind against Eau Claire (Wis.) Memorial in the championship Rochester Century : Erik Wennberg 20 within six points with 2:30 left and never could catch up. Boys hockey saves, shutout; Jake Roth 1 goal; Matt Stur- in the game. of the Kiwanis Festival. chio 1 assist. “We’ve got trouble putting • Mike Stegora had a hat trick and an assist “I was proud of the way the the ball in the basket.” for Red Wing in a 7-1 win against Chaska. girls battled after being down Shannon Curtis led a ROCHESTER BOYS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP by so much in the beginning,” balanced Stewartville attack Girls basketball Mayo coach Angie Meister with 11 points and eight • Dover-Eyota handed Cale- said. “We were always right rebounds. For Lourdes, Steph- there the rest of the game, but donia its first Three Rivers anie Helt scored 10 and Sarah Conference loss in 29 games, One-two punch delivers Mankato East is a great shoot- Hobday had nine points and Stegora ing team.” beating the Warriors 71-59. four rebounds. The Eagles had four players Samantha Miller made three victory for Lourdes Both teams return to action in double-figures. Both teams are now 7-1 in the of Mayo’s seven three-pointers Post-Bulletin staff and scored 13. Friday with home games, Three Rivers and 9-2 overall. Mayo lets one get Lourdes against Hayfield and STEWARTVILLE — Roch- Minisha Childress-Freder- • Richell Mehus had a big double-double for Stewartville hosting Byron. Spring Grove with 20 points and 14 rebounds in the ester Lourdes rode its “big away in final minutes ick led Mankato East with 21 Putzier two” and sailed past Stewart- Stewartville 45, Lourdes 28 Lions’ 74-24 win over Hope Lutheran. Spring Grove points, and Coley Ries added ville 69-52 in Hiawatha Valley Mayo looked in terrific 17 points. is now 11-2, 7-0 in the Southeast Conference. STEWARTVILLE (45) League boys basketball on shape to get another win. But “This was a tough road trip Jen Speer 0, Liz Waugh 7, Katie Bauman 9, • Makenzie Miller scored 22 points for Chatfield in the Gophers’ Tuesday. in the final five minutes, the to take right off the Rotary Blair Honsey 6, Katelyn Hanf 1, Sarah Schrandt 54-40 win over St. Charles. The Saints got a big game from Leah Spartans let things slip away. 2, Jackie Betcher 0, Whitney Lloyd 0, Liz Nor- tournament,” Meister added. Putzier with 26 points. Sophomore Mayo led by 10 points with man 4, Shannon Curtis 11, Natalie Howell 0, center Jacob Mayo continues its challeng- Ashley Eberle 5. just over three minutes left, • Abbey Lacey made two free throws with 25 seconds to play to rally Schaefer had ing week with another road Other stats: Team 40 percent FG (17-42), but still fell 72-70 to Farm- Kasson-Mantorville past Byron 74-72. Erin Schlotthauer had 15 points 26 points and game Friday at Owatonna (6-2, 33 rebounds; Curtis 8 rebounds; Waugh 7 ington in non-conference rebounds; Honsey 5 rebounds. and 11 rebounds for K-M. Becky Murray had 18 points for Byron. 16 rebounds, 3-1). boys basket- LOURDES (28) • Jo Beyer had 17 points and nine rebounds to and junior ball Tuesday Mankato East 73, Mayo 64 Stephanie Helt 10, Becca Mehling 0, Alyssa lead Winona Cotter in a 60-44 win at La Crescent. forward Mark a t M a y o ’ s MAYO (64) Nelson 2, Anna Branstad 3, Jessie Alexander The Lancers were led by Katie Waller with 19 Pagel had 27 M c N i s h Anna Lundquist 7, Katrina Ruedinger 8, 0, Gabby Hanssen 2, Jennifer Rahman 0, Karrie Virgin 0, Sara Hobday 9, Emily Glynn points and nine rebounds. points. Pagel Gymnasium. Laura Henderson 0, Lauren Ulsh 26, Rachael hit four three- Doll 10, Samantha Miller 13, Shelby Stewart 2, Annabelle Paulik 0, Grace Dearani 0, Rachel • Shelby Auseth scored 20 points as Kenyon- Pagel “It was a 0. Sobiesk 0. Wanamingo downed Triton 62-29. pointers. very frustrat- Other stats: Ruedinger 5 assists; Ulsh 4 Other stats: Team 19 percent (9-46); Al- “Those guys played well,” ing ending to assists, 10-15 FG. exander 6 rebounds; Rahman 4 rebounds; • Taylor Aakre scored 17 points as Plainview- Hobday 4 rebounds; Helt 2 steals. Elgin-Millville rolled past Wabasha-Kellogg 53-13. Lourdes coach Jim Daly said. an otherwise MANKATO EAST (73) “They put the ball in the good game,” Coley Ries 17, Minisha Childress-Frederick Halftime: STEW 26, LOU 17. Free throws: STEW 9-15, LOU 9-15. Girls hockey hole.” Mayo coach 21, Emma Fager 9, Taylor Karge 12, Abby Shaun Lang. Connell 4, Claire Ziegler 10. Three-point goals: STEW 2 (Eberle 1, Bau- • Nicole Schammel had three assists for Red Lourdes led 32-23 at half- “ W e w e r e Collins Other stats: Team 48 percent FG. man 1), LOU 1 (Helt 1). Schammel Wing in a 5-3 loss to Chaska/Chanhassen. time. It outscored the Tigers haunted by 24-12 from the free-throw missed foul shots and poor line. defensive possessions in the ROCHESTER GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP COLLEGE BASKETBALL The Eagles, who moved to final five minutes.” 1-2 in the HVL Gold Division Mayo got a balanced effort RCTC women and 7-4 overall, also got seven offensively, with four players 7 different Spartans score goals points from Sean Griffin. in double figures. Ian Reid Post-Bulletin staff Jamie Clay had 25 saves in “ W e d i d cruise to win Lourdes outscored Stewart- Hathaway had 18 points, ville 24-12 from the free-throw Mayo received goals from goal for Mayo. a good job Post-Bulletin staff Maurice Cain 17, Tywan line. Collins 16 and Nate Penz 11. seven different players during “She had a little bit of of applying pressure on RICHLAND, Wis. — That Stewartville (0-1, 2-7) was led Farmington (4-7 overall) was a 7-2 Big Nine Conference win trouble in the second (period) was no contest. over Mankato West in girls but I was impressed with her t h e p u c k , by Tyler Simmons’ 16 points. led by Nick Varner’s 20 points. Rochester Community and hockey on Tuesday. ability to refocus, make some but for those Mackinley Bassett added 18. Technical College domi- Lourdes 69, Stewartville 52 adjustments and shut them moments we Mayo slipped to 4-5 overall. The Spartans took a 3-0 nated Richland Community out in the third,” Phillips let off the gas LOURDES (69) lead in the first period and College in every way, and Farmington 72, Mayo 70 said. St. Croix was Sean Griffin 7, Alex Glynn 4, Jacob Schaefer then sealed the win with quick to take romped to an 82-30 women’s 26, Ethan Plager 2, Mark Pagel 27, Kyle FARMINGTON (72) three more goals in the third Mayo 7, Mankato West 2 a d v a n t a g e basketball win Tuesday. Kapraun 2, Dan Sloan 1. Johnny Dittman 7, Mackinley Bassett 18, period to break open a 4-2 Alex Chadwick 5, Jake Hanson 2, Darren Mankato West ...... 0 2 0 — 2 Greer and score,” “I thought our defensive Other stats: Schaefer 13 rebounds. game. Beenken 12, Grant Blomster 4, Nick Varner Mayo ...... 3 1 3 — 7 M o n t r o s e pressure was very good, STEWARTVILLE (52) 20, Tom Sell 4. Mayo: Gabby Laures 1 goal, 1 assist; Olivia E m i l y said. “I thought our girls especially for not playing Zach Schwalbach 2, Shane Mlenar 1, Jon MAYO (70) Mewhorter 1 goal; Sara Brakke 1 goal; Steph Pyan 3, Ethan Yost 6, Tyler Schmitz 16, Aaron N e l s o n , Stettler 1 goal, 2 assists; Ashley Weber 1 goal; showed a lot of grit coming since Dec. 17,” RCTC coach Maurice Cain 17, Alex Proell 3, Zach Rhodes Simmons 7, Will Gisler 6, Dain Bauman 4, 2, Tywan Collins 16, Nate Penz 11, Ian Reid S t e p h Emily Nelson 1 goal, 1 assist; Kali Aldrich 1 back in the third when a lot of Steve Hucke said. “Our Jack Howell 7. goal, 1 assist; Meghan Trangsrud 1 assist. teams might have laid down Hathaway 18, Bill Belch 2. Stettler and defense did a nice job of Halftime: LOUR 32, STEW 23. Sara Brakke Goalie: Jamie Clay 25 saves. and quit.” taking them out of their Halftime: FARM 29, MAYO 28. Mankato West : Goalie: Madison Zellmer Free throws: LOUR 24-32, STEW 12-27. Free throws: FARM 14-21, MAYO 12- all scored 33 saves. The Rockets got goals from offensive flow.” Three-point goals: LOUR 5 (Glynn 1, Pagel 32. in the first Sam Macken, Kate Valentine The Yellowjackets forced 4), STEW 4 (Pyan 1, Schmitz 3). Three-point goals: FARM 4, MAYO 6. period for and Shelby Greer. Mia Brue- 46 Richland turnovers, Mayo. Ashley JM/Lourdes falls to sewitz had 31 saves. including coming up with 26 Weber scored steals. They also held Rich- Wisconsin team Haley Rock had three goals Aldrich in the second land to 26 percent field-goal LOCAL CALENDAR and one assist for St. Croix period. In RIVER FALLS, Wis. — John shooting. Marshall/Lourdes just missed Valley. TODAY p.m. Mankato East at Mayo the third period, Kali Aldrich RCTC was led by Cortney (Graham Arena 1), 7:30 on Tuesday night against (No local events scheduled). Faribault at John Marshall, scored on the power play and St. Croix Valley Fusion 4, Kasten with 16 points and 7 p.m. p.m. Gabby Laures and Olivia highly-regarded Wisconsin John Marshall/Lourdes 3 THURSDAY seven steals. Aly Meyer also Mayo at Owatonna, 7 p.m. Mewhorter both scored short- team St. Croix Valley Fusion, John Marshall/Lourdes 0 0 3 High School High School Gymnastics had 16 points. Boys Basketball High School Boys handed. falling 4-3. St. Croix Valley Fusion 1 2 1 Century, John Marshall, The Yellowjackets, who Hockey John Marshall/Lourdes: Hannah Nelson Winona at Century, 7:30 Mayo at Mankto West “Good team effort tonight The Rockets trailed 3-0 led 44-10 at halftime, moved p.m. 1 assist; Sam Macken 1 goal; Nicole Nelson 1 Century at John Marshall Quadrangular (Mankato by the girls. We were able heading into the third period, assists; Jiana Chezick 1 assist; Kate Valentine to 10-2 overall and have won Schaeffer Academy at (Recreation Center), 7:30 K&G Gymnastics), 6 p.m. to run all four lines and all when they finally emerged 1 goal, 1 assist; Shelby Greer 1 goal. Goalie: their last eight games. Glenville-Emmons, 7:15 p.m. offensively. Mia Bruesewitz 31 saves. of our defense,” Mayo coach They play North Dakota p.m. High School Girls Hockey High School Boys Haley Rock 3 Jeff Phillips. “Our third and St. Croix Valley Fusion: Swimming/Diving JM/Lourdes coach Bob goals, 2 assists; Maranda VanDell 1 goal; State School of Science at High School Wrestling John Marshall/Lourdes at fourth line players played Montrose was generally Heather Shew 1 assist. Goalie: Carlie Chris- 1 p.m. Friday in the Anoka- Century at Winona Trian- Century (Graham Arena 1), John Marshall at Century well for us tonight.” pleased with his team. tianson 27 saves. 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HOCKEY STATISTICS MINNESOTA ROUNDUP BOYS Gophers are victims of Iowa’s ROCHESTER CENTURY Record: 8-3-1 Player G A Pts. Nick Jacobs ...... 7 15 22 2nd straight Big Ten road win Brandon Kautz ...... 9 11 20 Hayden Ashworth ...... 7 13 20 Associated Press Dalton Travis ...... 11 6 17 Wyatt Travis ...... 3 7 10 MINNEAPOLIS — For the Isaac St. Marie ...... 5 2 7 first time in five seasons, Jake Roth ...... 1 6 7 Travis Rogers Adams Stegora Iowa has back-to-back Big Tyler Iverson ...... 3 3 6 (Century) (Mayo) (Century) (Red Wing) Ten victories on the road. Riese Zmolek ...... 3 2 5 The Hawkeyes were deter- Blake Heroff ...... 1 1 2 DODGE COUNTY Laura Meillier ...... 4 2 6 mined and poised enough to Cal Bjerke ...... 2 0 2 Record: 1-9-0 Blair Lebeck ...... 2 3 5 overcome an 11-point deficit Matt Sturchio ...... 0 2 2 Player G A Pts. Shelby Greer ...... 3 2 5 at Minnesota late in the first Ki-Jana Humphreys ...... 1 1 2 Stefan Rechtzigel ...... 5 4 9 Hannah Nelson ...... 1 3 4 Adam Sherden ...... 0 1 1 half and even endure six Sam Robinson ...... 3 5 8 Kelly Bier ...... 1 2 3 Nick Musta ...... 0 1 1 straight missed free throws Gordon Law ...... 4 3 7 Lisa Bjork ...... 0 2 2 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct in the final 40 seconds. Christian Schillo ...... 4 2 6 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Erik Wennberg ...... 6-2-1 2.26 .904 Thor Knutson ...... 2 3 5 Mia Bruesewitz ...... 5-3-0 3.00 .912 The Gophers simply lost Eric Rohleder ...... 2-1-0 3.33 .875 Billy Steinberg ...... 2 2 4 Erin Meyers ...... 2-4-0 3.16 .885 their way — and their confi- ROCHESTER JOHN MARSHALL Benton Westrom ...... 2 2 4 Brittany Arthur ...... 1-0-0 1.00 .833 dence. Record: 5-6-1 Spencer Senn ...... 1 3 4 ROCHESTER MAYO Matt Gatens had 19 points, Sam Wick ...... 2 1 3 Player G A Pts. Record: 12-4-0 six rebounds and three Bryan Knesel ...... 1 2 3 Gavin Sandwick ...... 6 7 13 Player G A Pts. steals to lead Iowa’s second- John Bovia ...... 1 2 3 Hunter Heightland ...... 5 7 12 Emily Nelson ...... 9 6 15 half surge past Minnesota Grant Klancher ...... 0 2 2 Kyle Andrews ...... 6 5 11 Steph Stettler ...... 6 8 14 for a 64-62 win on Wednes- Dakota Dodds ...... 0 1 1 Nick Paulson ...... 5 6 11 Gabby Laures ...... 4 9 13 Associated Press Brock Leisen ...... 0 1 1 day night. Alex Lovett ...... 4 6 10 Olivia Mewhorter ...... 4 6 10 Dakota Swank ...... 0 1 1 “This was a total team Minnesota’s Austin Hollins tucks away an offensive re- Alec McGinn ...... 5 3 8 Mackenzie McCormack ...... 3 7 10 Jared Bromberg ...... 0 8 8 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct bound as Iowa’s Bryce Cartwright attempts to steal the Sara Brakke ...... 5 3 8 victory, and we’re far from Matt Broman ...... 1 7 8 Eric Olson ...... 1-8-0 6.85 .831 Ashley Weber ...... 4 4 8 done,” Gatens said. “We ball in the second half of Wednesday’s game at Wil- Sam Broman ...... 3 1 4 Shawn Cady ...... 0-1-0 7.31 .647 Kali Aldrich ...... 3 3 6 have to keep building liams Arena. Iowa’s Devon Archie comes down on top Ryan Lakin ...... 0 3 3 Beth Gibson ...... 3 2 5 momentum.” of Hollins. Matt Cyr ...... 1 2 3 RED WING 5-5-0 Makinzee Kazeck ...... 1 3 4 Jared Kristo ...... 1 2 3 Record: Maverick Ahanmisi’s Meghan Trangsrud ...... 1 2 3 since learning Zach Randolph top of the league standings Marcus Buehler ...... 1 0 1 Player G A Pts. runner from the edge of the Sam Carlson ...... 1 2 3 would be out for six to eight with 53 points. Jack Christensen ...... 0 1 1 Taylor Hanson ...... 9 10 19 lane in traffic bounced off Tessa Rud ...... 0 2 2 weeks with a torn knee liga- Kevin Henslin ...... 0 1 1 Alex Rezansoff ...... 5 7 12 the other side of the rim as Luongo wasn’t severely Olivia Kemp ...... 1 0 1 ment. Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Mike Stegora ...... 8 3 11 the buzzer sounded, giving tested but was good when he Allie Durigan ...... 0 1 1 Jacob Garvey ...... 2-3-1 3.57 .859 Jack Strusz ...... 5 3 8 the Hawkeyes (10-6, 2-1) O.J. Mayo scored 11 of his had to be. Top-line forwards Emilie Smolders ...... 1 0 1 Jimmy Casazza ...... 3-3-0 2.27 .863 Ryan Rehder ...... 2 5 7 14 points in the fourth quar- Daniel Sedin and Alex Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct their first win over their Tyler Grove ...... 3 3 6 border-state rival in five ter and Mike Conley had 12 Burrows had goals, and Manny ROCHESTER LOURDES Marcus Noesen ...... 1 5 6 Rebecca Graham ...... 9-3-0 1.83 .928 years. Fueled by a head- points and eight assists for the Malhotra scored into an empty Record: 9-3-0 Michael Bigelbach ...... 1 4 5 Jamie Clay ...... 3-1-0 2.75 .883 Grizzlies. Tony Allen added net in the final minute. Player G A Pts. turning victory at then-No. Dayton Johnson ...... 0 3 3 DODGE COUNTY 20 points. Jason Samuelson ...... 12 18 30 Tyler Rea ...... 0 3 3 11 Wisconsin last weekend, The Wild (21-14-6), who led Record: 11-5-0 Alex Funk ...... 12 12 24 Marcus Dodge ...... 1 1 2 the Hawkeyes hounded the Kevin Love had 27 points the Northwest Division before Player G A Pts. Landon Farrell ...... 8 13 21 Ross Elford ...... 1 0 1 Gophers into 4 for 23 shoot- and 14 rebounds and Ricky a rash of injuries in Decem- Darby Dodds ...... 27 17 44 Justin Dewitz ...... 5 12 17 Nick Sammon ...... 0 1 1 ing from 3-point range and Rubio added 12 points, 10 ber, lost for the 10th time in Dana Rasmussen ...... 21 16 37 Karl Krecke ...... 5 5 10 Kyle LaPorte ...... 1 0 1 forced 6-foot-11 center assists and four rebounds for 11 games and are five points Kortney Kleber ...... 13 21 34 Connor Nellans ...... 4 5 9 Joe Partington ...... 0 1 1 behind Vancouver. Minne- Lydia Wagner ...... 9 15 24 Ralph Sampson III into six the Timberwolves, who missed Eric Bonapace-Potvin ...... 4 3 7 Justin Lunde ...... 0 1 1 sota has lost 10 straight to the Emily Gunderson ...... 2 19 21 turnovers. a chance for their first three- Robby Campbell ...... 1 6 7 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Katie Robinson ...... 3 10 13 The Hawkeyes switched to game winning streak since Canucks in Vancouver. Ryan Nicolay ...... 3 4 7 Preston Blaney ...... 3-3-0 3.83 .883 Bella Wagner ...... 2 7 9 February 2010. Ben Weir ...... 3 1 4 Jack Burkle ...... 2-2-0 4.00 .820 a zone after falling behind Canucks 3, Wild 0 James Armstead ...... 1 3 4 Madison Tibben ...... 1 5 6 32-21 with 5:06 left in the Love became the first player Minnesota ...... 0 0 0 — 0 Griff Slightam ...... 2 2 4 Molly Shelton ...... 3 2 5 first half, and the Gophers since Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Vancouver ...... 2 0 1 — 3 McKay Carstens ...... 1 3 4 GIRLS Brede Postier ...... 2 1 3 had trouble getting much in 1975 to record 20 points and First Period — 1, Vancouver, D.Sedin 18 Emily Rohlik ...... 1 2 3 (H.Sedin, Hamhuis), 6:42. 2, Vancouver, Bur- Kane Carstens ...... 2 1 3 ROCHESTER CENTURY going after that. 12 rebounds in his team’s first Nathan Roth ...... 1 1 2 Brieanna Westrom ...... 0 2 2 rows 15 (D.Sedin, H.Sedin), 10:24. Penalties Record: 8-5-0 “We were ready to play. six games. Brian Williamson ...... 2 0 2 Hollywood Hermanson ...... 1 1 2 — Johnson, Min (unsportsmanlike conduct), Player G A Pts. I don’t know whether our 12:26; Weise, Van (unsportsmanlike con- Griffen Buck ...... 1 1 2 Magdalyn Wick ...... 2 0 2 “The first half was almost Katie Aney ...... 29 14 43 duct), 12:26; Zidlicky, Min (hooking), 12:52; Lars Anderson ...... 0 1 1 Eryn Larsen ...... 1 0 1 guys were feeling pressure the worst half that we played Raymond, Van (tripping), 16:50; Prosser, Min Jessica Aney ...... 9 32 41 Samantha McElmury ...... 0 1 1 or a fear of losing,” coach this year,” said Rubio. Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct (unsportsmanlike conduct), 18:58. Andrew Ellingson ...... 5-2-0 2.77 .877 Ashley Adams ...... 6 4 10 Emily Mundy ...... 0 1 1 Tubby Smith said, singling Head coach Rick Adelman Second Period — None. Penalties — Mal- Jesse Neumann ...... 4-1-0 2.37 .857 Leah Batterson ...... 1 8 9 Morgan Michaletz ...... 0 1 1 out Austin Hollins — who saw trouble hours before the hotra, Van (high-sticking), 7:18. Allysa Dahl ...... 1 4 5 Madison Edgar ...... 0 1 1 went 2 for 9 from the floor — game, maybe a byproduct Third Period — 3, Vancouver, Malhotra 3 ROCHESTER MAYO Madeline Eischen ...... 3 1 4 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct for his lack of composure. Record: 7-4-0 of back-to-back wins. “I felt (Kesler), 19:31 (en). Penalties — H.Sedin, Van Shantel Loos ...... 4 0 4 Anna Hunter ...... 9-5-0 2.55 .886 “It looked like he was just Player G A Pts. Rebecca Lorsung ...... 1 3 4 they were way too lax in their (holding stick), 4:41; Hodgson, Van (hook- Sarah Underwood ...... 2-0-0 0.00 1.000 ing), 9:42. Adam Alcott ...... 5 11 16 McKenna Bridges ...... 2 2 4 nervous and shaking like a approach,” Adelman said. leaf out there,” Smith said. Shots on Goal — Minnesota 11-10-7 — 28. Max Whitney ...... 5 6 11 Grace Becker ...... 2 2 4 RED WING Grizzlies 90, Timberwolves 86 Jack Dingle ...... 2 8 10 Anna Grinde ...... 1 2 3 Record: 10-5-1 The Gophers (12-4, 0-3) Vancouver 16-9-10 — 35. MEMPHIS (90) Steve Serratore ...... 2 8 10 Jessica Faunce ...... 1 2 3 Player G A Pts. nearly got away with a Power-play opportunities — Minnesota 0 Gay 7-17 4-4 19, Cunningham 1-7 0-0 2, Nik Brozovich ...... 4 4 8 Nicole Schammel ...... 24 19 43 of 4; Vancouver 0 of 2. Markayle Schears ...... 1 2 3 sloppy victory after fall- Gasol 3-11 0-2 6, Conley 3-13 6-6 12, Allen Nolan Edwards ...... 5 3 8 Goalies — Minnesota, Harding 7-4-2 (34 MaKenzie Birkestrand ...... 0 2 2 Paige Haley ...... 14 19 33 ing behind 63-55 with 57 8-8 4-4 20, Davis 2-3 0-0 5, Mayo 4-9 5-7 14, Matt Rogers ...... 5 2 7 Elisabeth Soderlind ...... 0 1 1 Reagan Haley ...... 10 21 31 Young 3-6 2-2 8, Pargo 2-4 0-0 4, Pondexter shots-32 saves). Vancouver, Luongo 17-8-3 seconds remaining, thanks (28-28). Ryan Martin ...... 4 2 6 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Emily Stegora ...... 15 7 22 to all those off-the-mark 0-2 0-0 0. Totals 33-80 21-25 90. Tommy Hanson ...... 4 1 5 A — 18,890 (18,810). T — 2:28. Kaitlyn Maidl ...... 4-2-0 2.57 .908 Elle Anderson ...... 5 7 12 MINNESOTA (86) Tommy Fjelsted ...... 1 3 4 foul shots by the Hawkeyes. Abby Cunningham .....4-3-0 4.12 .852 Cori Fairbanks ...... 4 4 8 Beasley 5-16 0-2 11, Love 11-21 3-4 27, Mi- Referees — Gord Dwyer, Tim Peel. Linesmen Will Holtan ...... 1 2 3 Sampson, who had 12 points, — Vaughan Rody, Thor Nelson. Hailee Johnson ...... 1 5 6 picked up a loose ball off licic 1-6 2-4 4, Ridnour 4-10 4-5 13, Johnson Josh Newman ...... 1 1 2 ROCHESTER JM/LOURDES 0-5 0-0 0, Rubio 5-9 0-2 12, Tolliver 1-4 1-1 Katelyn Hadler ...... 3 2 5 his own missed free throw Seth Gilbertson ...... 1 1 2 Record: 8-7-0 Maddy Hardyman ...... 0 2 2 3, Williams 2-4 1-2 6, A.Randolph 3-3 2-4 8, and converted a layup with Brian Murray ...... 0 1 1 Player G A Pts. Kayla Oberding ...... 0 1 1 Ellington 1-4 0-0 2. Totals 33-82 13-24 86. NEXT GAMES Justyn Sweet ...... 1 0 1 Sam Macken ...... 15 10 25 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct eight seconds left to cut the Memphis ...... 20 23 14 33 — 90 Marcus Nordstrom ...... 0 1 1 Nicole Nelson ...... 8 7 15 Lisa Nibbe ...... 10-5-1 2.86 .892 lead to two. Minnesota .... 14 23 22 27 — 86 FOR MINNESOTA Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Kate Valentine ...... 5 6 11 Roy Devyn Marble missed 3-Point Goals — Memphis 3-9 (Davis 1-1, Case Hansen ...... 3-3-0 2.58 .899 Savannah Seeger ...... 3 7 10 Information from mnhockeyhub. two foul shots, giving the Mayo 1-2, Gay 1-3, Conley 0-1, Young 0-2), TEAMS Michael DeBusman .... 4-1-0 2.25 .850 Tori Thompson ...... 3 4 7 com and mngirlshockeyhub.com Minnesota 7-21 (Rubio 2-2, Love 2-6, Beasley Gophers possession again, 1-3, Ridnour 1-3, Williams 1-3, Tolliver 0-1, but they ran the wrong play Ellington 0-1, Johnson 0-2). Fouled Out — ICE HAWKS JUNIOR HOCKEY according to Smith and None. Rebounds — Memphis 52 (Gasol 10), Friday: Lakers, 7:05 p.m. didn’t get a clean path to the Minnesota 59 (Love 14). Assists — Memphis WILD WRESTLING HONOR ROLL 16 (Conley 8), Minnesota 15 (Rubio 10). Total hoop. Julian Welch, who led Fouls — Memphis 19, Minnesota 20. Tech- Saturday: at Calgary, 9 p.m., FS 106 170 Minnesota with 14 points, nicals — Memphis defensive three second North Paul Fitterer, Cannon Falls ...... 17-0 Jack Ihrke, Plainview-E-M ...... 10-1 was supposed to get the ball 2. Flagrant Fouls — Ridnour. A — 17,404 Hank Friederichs, Chatfield ...... 16-1 Will Balow, Lake City ...... 11-2 on a handoff, but Ahanmisi (19,356). TIMBERWOLVES Brady Berge, Kasson-Mantorville ...... 16-1 Nick Hoff, LARP ...... 10-2 kept it the whole way. Friday : Cleveland , 7 p.m., FS Jacy Ball, St. Charles ...... 11-2 Nick Douglas, Byron ...... 8-3 North Iowa 64, Minnesota 62 Wild lose for 10th time Logan Saltou, Roch. JM ...... 10-2 Derek Johnson, Cannon Falls ...... 13-5 GOPHERS MEN’S HOCKEY Matthew Lexvold, Goodhue ...... 9-2 Brian Bertram, Byron ...... 13-5 IOWA (10-6) in last 11 games Isaac Wangen, Hayfield ...... 7-2 Lucas Etchason, Triton ...... 8-4 May 3-6 0-0 6, Basabe 0-3 0-0 0, Mc- VANCOUVER, British Saturday : Notre Dame, 7 p.m., Mile Patton, Roch. Mayo ...... 7-3 Sam Hinsch, Roch. Mayo ...... 8-6 Cabe 3-7 4-4 12, Gatens 7-11 3-6 19, Columbia — Roberto Luongo BTN Alex Higgins, Stewartville ...... 11-5 Nick Salerno, Chatfield ...... 4-3 Marble 4-10 1-5 9, White 4-7 2-5 10, Brommer 1-1 0-0 2, Cartwright 1-2 4-4 made 28 saves in his 700th GOPHERS WOMEN’S HOCKEY Josh Doerr, LARP ...... 10-5 Kenny Maclin, Roch. JM ...... 5-4 6, Oglesby 0-3 0-0 0, Archie 0-0 0-0 0. NHL game and led Vancouver Friday: Wisconsin, 7:07 p.m. Michael Otomo, Dover-Eyota ...... 8-4 Saltou Grunklee 182 Totals 23-50 14-24 64. to a shutout 3-0 victory against Sam Ebin, Plainview-E-M ...... 8-4 Garret Miller, Plainview-E-M ...... 8-0 GOPHERS (JM) (Blooming P.) MINNESOTA (12-4) Minnesota Wednesday night. Isaac Haman, Pine Island ...... 6-5 Justin Meist, Cannon Falls ...... 15-2 MEN’S BASKETBALL Au. Hollins 2-9 0-0 4, Williams 5-8 0-0 Luongo earned his second 113 Thomas Miller, Plainview-E-M ...... 11-1 Daniel Chavez, St. Charles ...... 11-3 Sunday: Purdue , 5 p.m., BTN 11, Sampson III 6-8 0-1 12, Welch 6-13 shutout of the season — both Justin Amos, Plainview-E-M ...... 10-1 Brett Bradford, Byron ...... 16-3 Dylan DePestal, LARP ...... 11-3 0-0 14, Ahanmisi 1-4 3-5 6, Armelin 1-4 GOPHERS Dakota Welsh, Dover-Eyota ...... 10-2 Ryan Williamson, Roch. JM ...... 9-3 against the Wild — and the Brad Haze, Pine Island ...... 9-3 0-0 2, An. Hollins 2-5 1-2 5, Coleman 2-4 WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Joey Majerus, Zumbrota-Mazeppa ....15-4 Jackson Riebel, LARP ...... 8-3 Greg Johnson, LARP ...... 11-4 2-2 6, Ingram 1-2 0-0 2, Eliason 0-1 0-0 57th in his NHL career as the Tommy Miller, St. Charles ...... 7-2 Ryan Meeker, Chatfield ...... 10-4 Matt Hintz, Byron ...... 12-6 0. Totals 26-58 6-10 62. Canucks (25-13-3) moved to the Today: at Northwestern, 7 p.m. Carston Dammann, Lake City ...... 9-3 Cody Heitman, Zumbrota-Mazeppa .10-4 195 Halftime — Minnesota 32-31. 3-Point Hunter Herber, LARP ...... 11-4 Nathan Evan, Roch. JM ...... 8-4 Broc Berge, Kasson-Mantorville ...... 17-0 Goals — Iowa 4-12 (McCabe 2-2, Gatens 2-5, May 0-1, White 0-1, Oglesby 0-3), Ryan Epps, Cannon Falls ...... 8-4 Brady Nelson, Roch. Mayo ...... 7-4 Garret Wolf, Plainview-E-M ...... 11-0 Minnesota 4-23 (Welch 2-9, Williams 1-2, Ryan Erdmann, Kasson-Mantorville ..10-7 Ben Boynton, Dover-Eyota ...... 5-3 Clay Broze, Cannon Falls ...... 16-1 Ahanmisi 1-3, Armelin 0-1, Coleman 0-1, Tanner Johnson, Stewartville ...... 10-8 Dane Mueller, St. Charles ...... 8-5 Justin Viss, Chatfield ...... 14-3 Need a New Furnace? An. Hollins 0-2, Au. Hollins 0-5). Fouled Tye Bentz, Chatfield ...... 9-8 145 Jacob Rabe, Byron ...... 12-4 Out — None. Rebounds — Iowa 33 (Mc- 120 Nick Borth, Roch. JM ...... 11-1 Austin Minea, Roch. JM ...... 8-3 Cabe 7), Minnesota 34 (Williams 12). As- Call Haley Comfort Systems sists — Iowa 12 (Gatens 3), Minnesota 16 Mitchel Lexvold, Kenyon-Wana...... 18-1 Jordan Theede, LARP ...... 6-1 Caleb Small, St. Charles ...... 7-3 for huge savings on a new Patrick Ramirez, Triton ...... 10-1 Sonny Komaniecki, Dover-Eyota ...... 10-2 Tanner Welsh, Dover-Eyota ...... 5-3 (Au. Hollins 5). 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GIRLS HOCKEY ADAPTED FLOOR HOCKEY JM/Lourdes scores early, holds off rival Panthers New coach, same goals By Jason Feldman Post-Bulletin staff 1 assist. Goalie: Kaitlyn Maidl 36 saves. [email protected] • (507) 281-7430 Savannah Seeger got Roches- ter John Marshall/Lourdes off The Rochester Raiders roster has turned over a Spartans tie East bit from last season. to a fast start and the Rockets slipped past Century 3-1 in girls Olivia Mewhorter scored with The Raiders have a new head coach, too, as Jeff Big Nine Conference hockey five minutes to play to lift Mayo Copler takes over for Lance Dahl, who resigned after Thursday at Graham Arena. to a 2-2 tie with Mankato East last season. in Big Nine Conference girls Seeger scored two goals in But one thing that hasn’t changed for one of the hockey on Thursday. the first period. Century didn’t best adapted floor hockey programs in the state: score until Jessica Aney found Neither team was able to The Raiders’ goals are the net in the second period. score in the overtime period. set high. The team’s JM/Lourdes countered with a Mayo was down by a goal twice ultimate goal is always Roch. Raiders goal by Samantha Macken in the in the game and each tie came the same, to be on the final frame. back to even the score. Emily floor at Bloomington ROSTER Nelson scored Mayo’s first goal Jefferson High School Seniors — F Noah Brink (Century); “We played a solid game in mid-March. C/F *Nicole Mock (JM); G/D Wade tonight,” JM/Lourdes coach in the second period. Kuiper (K-M); F/D *Ben Jordan (JM). Ju- That means the Bob Montrose said. “The girls “We got off to a really slow niors — F Tearej Taha (JM); C/F *Conor Raiders have earned followed our game plan to limit start,” Mayo coach Jeff Phillips Jones (Mayo); F Nicole Grinstead (JM). another trip to the state Sophomores — F Kip Dunn-Walker the scoring opportunities for said. “Our entire first period we tournament, where (Mayo); G/F Tori Osmundson (Mayo); Century and our girls played played back on our heals. In the they’ve ended their F/D Patrick Healy (JM). Seventh-grad- with a lot of speed and excite- second the girls picked up their ers — C/F Sean Healy (JM); F Chaz past three seasons in game and went on the attack and Morris (JM). * — captain ment. Savannah Seeger had a the state consolation breakout game scoring two goals sustained the pressure through Head coach — Jeff Copler. As- championship game. A sistants — Cass Wierschem, Corey and had several great looks.” the third and overtime.” year ago, they placed Schlenker, Matthew Copler, Rusty Rockets goalie Erin Meyers Scott Jacobson / [email protected] Rebecca Graham had 28 saves sixth and finished with Hagan. stopped 26 shots, while Century’s Laura Meillier, left, of Rochester John Marshall/Lourdes in goal for Mayo. “She has been a 6-7-1 record. SCHEDULE Kaitlyn Maidl had 36 saves. pressures Century’s Shantel Loos during the first period dealing with the flu so I was “The goal for the (Home games at Friedell Middle Century coach Dan Maidl Thursday at Graham Arena. impressed with the game she team this season, and School) liked much of what he saw from put in,” Phillips said. Jan. 6-7 — Raiders Tournament every season, is to qual- (at Century) his team. Maidl said. John Marshall/Lourdes: Hannah Nelson 1 Mayo hosts Faribault Tuesday. ify for the state tour- assist; Samantha Macken 1 goal, 1 assist; Nicole Jan. 17 — Minneapolis, 6 p.m. “It was a good competitive John Marshall/Lourdes 3, Century 1 Nelson 1 assist; Savannah Seeger 2 goals. Goalie: Mankato East 2, Mayo 2 nament,” coach Copler Jan. 26 — St. Paul Highland Park, game where we controlled the John Marshall/Lourdes ...2 0 1 — 3 Erin Meyers 26 saves. Mankato East ...... 1 0 1 0 — 2 said. “That was the goal 6 p.m. play at times and had chances,” Century ...... 0 1 0 — 1 Century: Jessica Aney 1 goal; Leah Batterson Mayo ...... 0 1 1 0 — 2 always set by previous Jan. 31 — South Suburban, 6 p.m. coaches Lance Dahl Feb. 7 — at St. Paul Humboldt, and Gene Campbell. It’s 4:30 p.m. the first goal set at the Feb. 9 — at Minneapolis South, beginning of the season 4:30 p.m. BOYS HOCKEY Feb. 16 — Dakota United, 6 p.m. and the coaches work Feb. 23 — at St. Paul Highland Park, with the players to 4:30 p.m. Panthers finish strong figure out how to best Feb. 28 — at South Suburban, 4:30 achieve that goal.” p.m. (at Bloomington Kennedy) By Jason Feldman puck and skated in alone toward The Raiders have two March 1 — Dakota United, 6:30 p.m. (at Rosemount) [email protected] JM goalie Jacob Garvey (18 saves). months to figure out St. Marie’s shot hit the crossbar, how to get back to the March 6 — Playoff game, TBD (507) 281-7430 March 16-17 — State tournament, but dropped right at the skates of state tournament. For TBD (at Bloomington Jefferson) The start was slow, but the end Tyler Iverson, who buried it for a starters, they’ll have result was just fine for Rochester 1-0 lead. to replace some valu- Century on Thursday. Aside from that, JM (4-2-0, 5-7-1) able players lost to graduation, including long-time The Panthers’ offense needed bottled up the neutral zone and contributors Todd Claeys, Caleb Kallis and Jerome two periods to find a way to gener- didn’t allow the Panthers to hold Price Grimmage. ate chances against a stingy Roch- the puck in its end for lengthy The Raiders do have some talented players back ester John Marshall defense that periods of time. The lack of from last year’s team. Senior Wade Kuiper (.830 save left little room for Century’s puck percentage, 4.88 goals-against average) is back as the carriers to work with. offense was somewhat frustrating for Century, which was held to 12 starting goalie. The team’s top three scorers also Century finally solved the Rock- shots on goal in a 1-0 win against return, senior Ben Jordan (18-7—25), junior Conor ets’ neutral-zone puzzle in the Jones (16-6—22) and senior Nicole Mock (9-13—22). Mankato West on Tuesday. Scott Jacobson / [email protected] third, scoring three times to pull “These players lead by example,” said Copler, who away for a 4-1 Big Nine Confer- “We were playing better than Century’s Tyler Iverson pokes a rebound past John Mar- we did on Tuesday,” Klingfus also coaches the Rochester Special Olympics floor ence boys hockey victory at the shall’s Jacob Garvey to start the scoring Thursday. hockey team. “(Kuiper) is quiet in nature, but does Rochester Recreation Center. said. “Give JM a lot of credit. They clogged up the neutral zone an excellent job of lining up his defenders in front The victory lifts Century (6-1-0 JM coach Jay Ness said. “We Both teams are back in action and we couldn’t get through. We of him. Jones leads with his stick work and overall Big Nine, 9-3-1 overall) into a broke the puck out of our zone Saturday. JM hosts Winona at 3 finally found a way in the third awareness of where each player is on the floor. three-way tie for first place in really well in the second, our p.m. at the Rec Center. Century Mock leads with her ever-present smile and constant the conference with Albert Lea period and (goalie) Erik Wenn- defensemen were doing a good berg kept us in it again.” plays at Tartan, at 3 p.m., at the hustle. And Jordan leads by using his quick release and Rochester Mayo. job of talking to each other.” Tartan Ice Arena in Oakdale. to get shots on goal.” Wennberg, who made 13 saves “The boys dug deep in the The Panthers had surged ahead A big group of returning players will be counted in the game, saw his shutout CENTURY 4, JM 1 third period,” Century coach Josh with goals by Jake Roth and on to help the Raiders on both ends of the floor. That streak come to an end at 171 First period — 1. RC, Tyler Iverson 4 (Isaac St. Klingfus said. “We made a couple Adam Sherden, just 18 seconds group is led by senior Noah Brink and sophomore minutes, 24 seconds. He hadn’t Marie 3) 7:55. Third period — 2. RC, Jake Roth of adjustments after the second apart, early in the third period. Patrick Healy. Other top returners are Kip Dunn- allowed a goal since the second 2 (Riese Zmolek 3) 5:40. 3. RC, Adam Sherden period, the boys responded and Klingfus said he was pleased with 1 (Iverson 4) 5:58. 4. JM, Alec McGinn 6 (Hunter Walker, Nicole Grinstead, Tori Osmundson and brought us more energy.” period of a Kiwanis Festival semi- the play of the Panthers’ third Heightland 8, Kyle Andrews 6) 6:34. 5. RC, Tearej Taha. A pair of seventh-graders — Sean Healy final game on Dec. 29. Through two periods, Century line, featuring Roth, Cal Bjerke Hayden Ashworth 8 (Dalton Travis 7, Brandon and Chaz Morris — will add depth. Kautz 12) 16:18 (en). led 1-0 and each team had just JM’s Alec McGinn broke Wenn- and Braydon Moran. “They were The Raiders play at 6 tonight, when they face eight shots on goal. The only goal berg’s streak, scoring at the 6:34 huge tonight,” Klingfus said. Shots on goal — RC 4-4-14—22, JM 3-5- 6—14. Goalies — RC, Erik Wennberg (W, 7-2-1; defending state champ Robbinsdale in the the Raid- of the first 34 minutes came 7:55 mark of the third, but Century Sophomore Hayden Ashworth ers’ season-opening tournament at Century High was up 3-0 by that time. 14 shots, 13 saves); JM, Jacob Garvey (L, 2-4-1; into the game, when the Rock- added an empty net goal for 21 shots, 18 saves). Power-play opportunities School. The Raiders play two more games Saturday, ets turned the puck over in their “Through two periods, I thought Century with 41.1 seconds to go, — RC, 0-for-2; JM, 0-for-2. Penalties — RC, 2 against South Suburban at 9 a.m. and the Dakota zone. Isaac St. Marie grabbed the our defense played really well,” his eighth goal of the season. minors-4 minutes; JM, 2 minors-4 minutes. Hawks at 2 p.m.

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL Same old tried and true, or new direction for Rotary? By Donny Henn what this tournament is all Cities team, or any team that is good young talent; now they are “I like to play the strongest nament, besides inviting other [email protected] about.” rebuilding to come down and undefeated. competition we can,” he said. teams. He said three-day holi- play us, yet when we are low day tournaments are going out Mike VanStraaten and Rich- The competition has been “I mentioned Caledonia, Pine JM boys coach Richard Cain, tough all right. Maybe too we still have to play the power- Island. A few years ago I asked Lourdes boys coach Jim Daly of favor with coaches. ard Hurt realized in 1988 that houses.” they were part of something tough? (former Kingsland coach) John and Mayo boys coach Shaun “The three-day format is special, playing as teammates “It’s fun to play teams you Fenske why he did not play in Lang all essentially feel the brutal especially if you are not for John Marshall in the inau- Harder to compete never play, but as specializa- the tournament when he had same way. on a trip where other fun things tion comes more into play for those great teams. He said he for the kids are planned,” he gural Rochester Rotary Holiday The Lourdes girls have won “I think it is good for our the bigger schools it is harder never was invited.” said. “The state tournament Classic basketball tourna- three Rotary tournament titles, players to be exposed to that for the local teams to have a only has a three-day tourna- ment. tied with the JM boys for most level of playing and learn that competitive team every year,” they can push themselves to be ment for one class (A) now; the “We had a great time; we among the city teams. But JM’s Up for the challenge Glass said. better players,” Cain said. rest are all over four days.” finished third,” recalled Hurt, last title was JM girls coach Terry Heider- “Would they ever consider a whose dad, Dr. Richard Hurt in 1994, and Glass likes the idea of bring- scheit acknowledges the poten- As far as crowds go, Cain two-game tournament with two Sr., was among the tournament Lourdes’ last ing in good nearby teams, for tial for bigger crowds if his said those will get bigger as the brackets for boys and girls?” was in 1997. the sake of closer competition Rockets were Rochester teams get better. founders. Glass wonders. “If they want, but also just for bigger crowds to play local “It is more a factor of our Part of the fun, VanStraaten A f t e r they could have the winners of Lourdes and a better tournament atmo- teams in the programs not being strong said, was playing against strong each bracket play.” struggled in sphere. tournament enough to pull in the large teams that JM hadn’t encoun- Berg and VanStraaten said tered before. this year’s “(Tournament officials) brag such as K-M, groups,” he said. “I feel like we tournament about the great sell-out crowd should continue to play these the Rotary tournament is listen- “There are many ‘local’ holi- Pine Island going 0-3 for the year we played Elgin- teams. If you want to be the ing. day tournaments,” VanStraaten or Caledonia. the first time, Millville in the finals (2004),” best you play the best.” “It’s hard to please every- said. “From the beginning the But he doesn’t head coach Glass said. “You would think Daly had his Lourdes boys one, but give us more feedback Rotary tournament was a true Glass like playing Myron Glass that would turn on a switch to the role of the team in the Rotary final as and I promise you it will be ‘state’ holiday tournament, said the challenge now was to the fact that a local team in the recently as 2009 when it lost explored,” VanStraaten said. bringing in some of the best heavy in that keep his players’ morale up. finals is a big draw.” to Stillwater, and he said the “We’ve been open to change teams in the state.” scenario. Heiderscheit “The tournament is emotion- “I do see where the Rotary “I do see Eagles have played .500 ball and are committed to change More than two decades later ally draining on the kids,” Glass may look at local teams because in the tournament in his eight to make it a better tourna- the former JM teammates still where there may be some fan said. the smaller, area towns will interest in the matchups,” years as coach. ment,” Berg said. “Our goal is have a connection to the Rotary “That is often how a Roches- bring the fans and they would Heiderscheit said. “But for “You’re asking me from a to support Rochester basket- tournament, which they feel ter school feels after the Rotary not have to pay for hotel rooms a big school to play a small coaching perspective and I’m ball and have a premier event is unique in its presentation tournament,” said Mayo girls for these (metro) teams,” agreed neighboring school is kind of more worried about the team at the same time.” and success. VanStraaten was coach Angie Meister, whose Stenzel. a no-win situation for the large we’re playing than the crowd,” co-chair of the 2011 tournament Spartans finished fifth this year “I think if the Rotary wanted school. Daly said. “Playing these tough The bigger question along with Chris Berg, and Hurt teams only makes us better; but played in the seventh-place to bring in a local team that will “I don’t really want to be Many of the principals inter- was the site manager at Mayo we won’t see press traps like game four straight years from be very strong that season, like the team that people show up viewed for this story touched Auditorium. Lakeville South put on us the 2006-2009. the PEM boys team in recent hoping to see lose because we on the bigger and harder-to- rest of the year.” “The founding fathers’ goal Glass, Meister and Century years, they should.” are a much bigger school.” answer question: Is there some- Daly said he doesn’t want the was to present a high-quality girls coach Chris Stenzel would VanStraaten and Berg said Heiderscheit also noted that thing amiss with the state of tournament to change a thing. tournament from a competition like to see a wider variety of the tournament committee one or two losses to Class AA high school basketball in Roch- standpoint,” Berg explained. teams in the tournament, and not solicits suggestions and feed- teams in the Rotary would “As long as Lourdes keeps ester? “They wanted to support just highly-ranked teams from back from the coaches after adversely affect his team come me, I will keep Lourdes in this Was the Rochester teams’ 0-16 Rochester basketball by having the metro area. “I like that we each tournament, but Glass said seeding time for the Section tournament,” he said. “But if showing in the first round of a tournament that would keep get a view of how hard we need his suggestions of inviting local 1AAAA tournament. they changed the format and the Rotary varsity and B squad brought in lesser competition, the Rochester teams and fami- to work and the level of play we teams have gone unchecked. Heiderscheit’s JM girls have tournaments an aberration as then I would think about getting lies home over the holidays need to get to, but to continually “Two years ago on their never won the Rotary, and a some suggest, or the tip of a bad into a different tournament.” and bring in the best competi- have state participants in there assessment I told them that sixth-place finish this year basketball iceberg? tion from around the state,” every year is tough especially Kasson-Mantorville would be followed two straight 0-3 runs Tournament of future? Post-Bulletin sports writer Pat VanStraaten said. when your team is rebuilding,” a great team to have in the tour- in the tournament. Neverthe- Ruff is examining the state of “I think bringing in the finest Meister said. nament for this past year,” he less, he likes the challenge its Glass suggested a more Rochester basketball for package of talent has ••••••••been and should be “They would never ask a said. “I told them about their loaded field presents. dramatic change for the tour- stories to appear later this month. POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 2012 D5

Page edited by Craig Swalboski, [email protected] Local Sports/Fitness ROCHESTER BOYS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS This could BOYS BASKETBALL Highlights and heroes Century gets NON-CONFERENCE add years Hayfield 56, NRHEG 45 Girls basketball HAYFIELD (56) • Haley Fogarty poured in 34 points as Belle Plaine beat Triton 64- Cole Kruger 16, Bobbie Stephens 12, to your life Trevor Anderson 2, Dillon Wagner 6, Tyler 58. Taylor MacVey and Kendall Osborn each Oakland 6, Brady Stevens 4, Drew Streightiff scored 16 points for Triton. FITNESS back on track 0, Brady Kramer 10. Other stats: Kramer 9 rebounds, 6 assists; Wrestling WES Kruger 7 rebounds; Stephens 7 rebounds; EMMERT Mayo loses in 2 Spartans edged Wagner 6 rebounds, 4 assists. • Jake Hanson of Mayo was undefeated at the Owatonna Federated Duals tournament. Mayo lost sports@ by Huskies NRHEG (45) postbulletin OTs to Owatonna Pete Blowers 0, Matt Carlson 6, Lucas all three of its duals, including 55-18 to the host Owatonna nipped Mayo Meyer 0, Nic Mangskau 3, Tyler Sorenson team. Ellsworth — Wisconsin state champion in its .com MINNEAPOLIS — Roch- 65-63 in double overtime on 16, Spencer Hanna 4, Sam Lundberg 14, class last year — defeated Owatonna 39-27 to win Happy New Year every- ester Century bounced back Saturday night to hand the Carter Tollefson 2. the four-team round-robin event. nicely from a disappointing Spartans their first Big Nine Other stats: Lundberg 11 rebounds; So- one! It’s 2012 and an oppor- loss to Winona on Friday by Conference loss of the season renson 5 rebounds, 5 steals. Hanson • Mitchel Lexvold of Kenyon-Wanamingo won tunity to start off fresh. thumping Minneapolis North in boys basketball. Halftime: HAY 27, NRHEG 19. the 120-pound championship in The Cheesehead, Since I have been Free throws: HAY 16-35, NRHEG 9-13. 74-53 in non-conference boys “ one of the most prestigious individual tournaments penning this column, I have It was a fun game to be Three-point goals: HAY 2 (Stephens 2), in the nation. Teammate Oakley McLain was fifth at 126. basketball Saturday. involved in,” Mayo coach NRHEG 4 (Carlson 2, Lundberg 2). presented numerous exam- The Panthers (9-2 over- Shaun Lang said. “There were Notes: Despite having 19 turnovers and • Kimball was team champion of the 14-team Cannon Falls Invita- ples in attempts to reach all) got a huge overall game several big plays made by both missing 19 free throws, Hayfield held on to tional. Hastings was second. and inspire those on the from point win. The Vikings outrebounded NRHEG 39-26 fence who haven’t decided teams including last-second and only gave up two offensive rebounds. guard Kevale possessions at the end of the whether to finally get more NRHEG was 4-for-27 on three-pointers. pinned Marcus McKinley 2:57. 160: Dennis 152 — 3. Lucas Roe, GMLOK. active or to continue a Taylor. The game and at the end of each Schutz (E) pinned Kade McKinley 1:30. 170: 160 — 3. Dillon Downes, Z-M. sedentary lifestyle. I have junior had a of the two overtimes.” Houston 65, Coulee Chr. 27 Gable Frandson (E) pinned Sam Hinsch 3:28. 170 — 2. Wyatt Richardson, GMLOK. 182: Alex Donnelly (E) pinned Adrean Cortez tried sighting research triple-double, Quentin Smith led Owatonna COULEE CHRISTIAN (27) 182 — 2. Perry Stejskal, GMLOK. 1:10. 195: Parker Hines (E) dec. Justin Carr with 16 points, Billman 8, Ganzenmiller 2, Wittke 2, 195 — 4. Taylor Parker, Z-M. studies showing the bene- with 22 points and Drew 10-6. 220: Zach Lorang (M) maj. dec. Henry 11 rebounds Osmundson added 17. The win Ozanne 3, Hutzler 12. 220 — 4. Richard Bain, Z-M. fits of physical activity. I Holdorf 12-1. 285: Jason Callana (M) pinned have used profiles of real and 10 steals. improves the Huskies to 3-1 in HOUSTON (65) Brody Kemmerer 2:50. 285 — 4. Shane Bode, Z-M. individuals who have had Century’s the Big Nine and 8-1 overall. Mason Drake 1, Troy Sires 10, Josh Honger- COYOTE INVITATIONAL press caused holt 1, Sam Ross 0, Mitchell Beckman 4, Tyler Adrian 39, Mayo 31 success changing their life- Nate Penz paced Mayo with Hoskins 0, Hans Lundberg 11, Christian Sires 106 — Miles Patton (M) pinned Ryan At Montgomery styles, and I have shared the Polars 22 points and he hit six of the 5, Josh Vix 13, Tyler Peplinski 13, Nick Peplin- (2-5) fits, forc- Taylor Elias 1:28. 113 — Tony Lynn (A) won by TEAM SCORES countless strategies with Spartans’ eight three-pointers. ski 0, Riley Horihan 2, Cohl Lee 5. forfeit. 120 — Jaydan Bullerman (A) dec. Montgomery-Lonsdale/Le Center 145.5, you all in attempts to reach ing them into Other stats: Peplinski 6 rebounds, 3 as- Maurice Cain tallied 14 points, Denley Minske 5-2. 126 — Nate Loosbrock United South Central 102, St. Clair/Loyola those sedentary folks to get 34 turnovers. Taylor had a lot and made two sists, 3 steals; Beckman 6 rebounds, 4 blocks; (A) pinned Nolan Ewing 1:44. 132 — Ben 95.5, WEM/JWP 69, Blooming Prairie 51. Vix 5 assists; Horihan 4 rebounds, 3 steals. Mulder (A) pinned Brady Nelson 3:44. 138 them to simply move more. to do with that. BLOOMING PRAIRIE PLACE-WINNERS three-point- Halftime: HOU 43, CC 14. — Jake Hanson (M) dec. Nate Lynn 3-2. “Kevale’s ability to antici- ers, while 126 — 4. Tim Decker. I also am blessed with Free throws: CC 3-16, HOU 11-19. 145 — Matthew Slater (A) pinned Tryston numerous friends who pate and quick hands caused Ian Hatha- Johnson 1:23. 152 — Marcus McKinley (M) 138 — 4. Cody Wegaman. 152 — 3. Tyler Cozine. suggest topics for my a lot of deflected passes,” way chipped GIRLS BASKETBALL maj. dec. Justin Elias 9-0. 160 — Jesse Slater Century coach Joe Ohm said. in with nine (A) pinned Kade McKinley 3:19. 170 — Zach 182 — 3. Josh Kaplan. column. Today, I’m going “The team ran the floor really points. NON-CONFERENCE Albertson (A) pinned Adrean Cortez 1:58. 220 — 1. Zach Nirk. to send you to the internet well and was able to get points 182 — Sam Hinsch (M) dec. Ben Terracena 285 — 1. Jarrod Grunklee. to watch a nine-minute, “I am very Belle Plaine 64, Triton 58 6-2. 195 — Justin Carr (M) dec. Adam Garms 19-second video on some- off the steals.” 9-5. 220 — Zach Lorang (M) won by forfeit. p r o u d o f TRITON (58) THE CHEESEHEAD thing so simple, but returns Ater Manyang had 24 points o u r t e a m 285 — Jason Callanan (M) won by forfeit. At Kaukauna, Wis. Liz Kramer 2, Taylor MacVey 16, Kendall so much in health benefits. for Century. Matt Buettner because we Osborn 16, Ashley Thaden 11, Emily Weber CANNON FALLS INVITATIONAL TEAM SCORES My good friend Vince added 18, Carter Evans 15. have battled 5, Emily Hodgman 4, Abby Buehler 4. Apple Valley 565, Bettendorf 561, Simley TEAM SCORES Herring (hall of fame open illness all Penz Other stats: Osborn 4 steals, 4 assists; 521.5, Southeast Polk 508.5, Allen H.S. 445, Century plays at John Kimball Area 207.5, Hastings 182.5, Sha- body water swimmer) sent week,” Lang Kramer 7 rebounds. Montini Catholic 411.5, Luxemburg-Casco Marshall on Tuesday. kopee 172, Lake Crystal-Wellcome Memorial this link to me the other said. “Several players gave BELLE PLAINE (64) 403, Lockport 390.5, Plainfield Central 319, 167, Pine Island 111, Cannon Falls/Randolph Waverly-Shell Rock 312, Edwardsville 311, day and I simply can’t put Century 74, Mpls. North 53 all they had despite a chal- Haley Fogarty 34, Claire Otto 5, Jaime 103, St. Charles 79.5, Byron 78, Trinity at Read 11. Hartford Union 306.5, Kaukauna 298, Hart- it any better. CENTURY (74) lenging week.” River Ridge 75, Woodbury 75, Benilde-Saint land Arrowhead 274, Marmion Academy Ater Manyang 24, Jacob Riggot 0, Cody Halftime: BP 33, TRI 28. Margaret’s 67, Saint Croix Lutheran 48, Saint It was devised by Dr. The loss drops Mayo to 3-1 in 267, Stoughton 211, Mount Carmel 202, Janzen 0, Steven Henderson 0, Jamial Brown Free throws: TRI 23-36, BP 7-11. Paul Humboldt 15, Rochester Century 10 Sheboygan Falls 193, Wrightstown 190, Mike Evans, founder of the the Big Nine and 4-6 overall. Three-point goals: TRI 9 (MacVey 4, 1, Matt Buettner 18, Alex Crawford 0, Kevale WINNERS & AREA WRESTLERS IN TOP 6 Kenyon-Wanamingo 182.5, Milton 174.5, Health Design Lab at the Taylor 16, Trevor Priestly 0, Clint Frandsen 0, Osborn 3, Weber 1, Thaden 1), BP 3 (Foga- Owatonna 65, Mayo 63, 2 OT 106 — 1. Mitchell McKee, Kimball; 2. DeForest 158, Port Washington 149, Pe- Chandler Fritcher 0, Carter Evans 15. rty 3). waukee 83. Li Ka Shing Knowledge OWATONNA (65) Paul Fitterer, Cannon Falls; 5. Jacy Ball, St. Other stats: Manyang 6 rebounds; Buettner Institute, Associate Profes- Ty Sullivan 4, Dalton Homeier 6, Ryan Em- Charles. K-W TOP 10 FINISHERS sor of Family Medicine 5 assists, 4 steals; Taylor 10 assists, 11 steals; THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE 113 — 1. Jarred Oftedahl, Benilde-St. Mar- 120 — 1. Mitchel Lexvold. Evans 8 rebounds, 4 blocks; Fritcher 5 steals. manuelson 3, Drew Osmundson 17, Logan and Public Health at the Busho 6, Quentin Smith 22, Matt Simon 7. Southland 90, W-K 21 garet’s; 6. Tyler Wilson, Cannon Falls. 126 — 5. Oakley McLain. MINNEAPOLIS NORTH (53) 120 — 1. Tanner Mills, Kimball; 6. Isaac University of Toronto, MAYO (63) WABASHA-KELLOGG (21) Lee Gaines 12, Coraey Jones 12, Travis Marolt, Byron and staff physician at Lexi Kanz 7, Brianna Miller 6, Jennifer FARMINGTON DUALS Wilson 11, Harris 7, Daniel Mack 6, Dionte Maurice Cain 14, Alex Proell 2, Zach Rhodes Beranek 5, Terri Swenson 3. 126 — 1. Taner Trembley, Lake Crystal- Scores St. Michael’s Hospital Boyd 5. 7, Tywan Collins 7, Nate Penz 22, Ian Hatha- Wellcome Memorial; 2. Andrew Dayland, St. way 9, Alex Fidler 2. FIRST ROUND in Toronto. The video Halftime: CENT 39, NORTH 27. SOUTHLAND (90) Charles; 6. Adam Pleshcourt, Pine Island. Halftime: OWA 37, MAYO 33. Chatfield 58, Northfield 18 currently has over one Free throws: CENT 12-19, NORTH 3-5. Jana Schammel 15, Lindsey Bottema 15, 132 — 1. Ben Rynda, Trinity; 4. Cody Ball, Free throws: OWA 10-16, MAYO 11-14. Lakeville North 39, Paynesville Area 28 Three-point goals: CENT 2 (Buettner 1, Madi Schmitz 12, Megan Mullenbach 10, St. Charles; 5. Jake Bieber, Byron; 6. Roman million views. In cyberese, Taylor 1), NORTH 4 (Wilson 2, Mack 1, Har- Three-point goals: OWA 5, MAYO 8 (Penz Kelli Smith 7, Haley Kirkpatrick 9, Danielle Wundrow, Cannon Falls. Park 40, Farmington 26 “it has gone viral.” ris 1). 6, Cain 2). Hanson 6, Hilary Bottema 5, Liz May 5, Betsy 138 — 1. Ben Donnelly, Woodbury; 5. Milaca 37, Lake City 18 Oswald 4, Breanne Vogel 2. Dr. Evans explains that Brad Haze, Pine Island; 6. Dane Mueller, SECOND ROUND this intervention has: Halftime: Southland 58, W-K 11. St. Charles. Lakeville North 36, Chatfield 34 Three-point goals: W-K 1 (Beranek 1). 145 — 1. Mitchell Kukson, Pine Island; 3. Milaca 33, Park 25 • decreased pain and SOU 4 (Schammel 3, Smith 1). ROCHESTER GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP Sterling Carlson, Cannon Falls. Paynesville Area 57, Northfield 18 disability in patients with Free throws: W-K 6-12, Southland 152 — 1. Quentin Bryce, Kimball; 3. Lake City 45, Farmington 25 knee arthritis by 47 percent 8-14. Sam McPhail, Pine Island; 4. Evan Douglas, Byron. CHAMPIONSHIP • decreased the progres- Loos lifts Century WRESTLING 160 — 1. Davantay Corey, LCWM; 4. Lakeville North 37, Milaca 29 sion of dementia and Brian Bertram, Byron; 6. Derek Johnson, THIRD PLACE Alzheimer’s in seniors by OWATONNA INVITATIONAL Cannon Falls. Park 35, Chatfield 33 50 percent 170 — 1. Travis Schiefelbein, Kimball; 3. FIFTH PLACE • decreased the progres- Owatonna 55, Mayo 18 Justin Miest, Cannon Falls. to overtime victory Paynesville Area 35, Lake City 34 (tie- 106: B.Moen (O) pinned Miles Patton 5:02. 182 — 1. Jake Swenson, Hastings; 4. Clay sion of diabetes by 58 breaker, Criteria H) Post-Bulletin staff 113: Ian Gunderson (O) won by forfeit. 120: Broze, Cannon Falls. percent Thompson gets hat E.Green (O) pinned Denley Minske 3:16. 195 — 1. Scott Bode, Shakopee; 3. Jacob SEVEN PLACE • in postmenopausal When Rochester Century 126: C.Olson (O) dec. Nolan Ewing 6-0. Rabe, Byron; 6. Caleb Small, St. Charles. Farmington 40, Northfield 21 women decreased the inci- met Austin for the first time 132: Ben Anderson (O) won by forfeit. 138: trick for JM/Lourdes 220 — 1. Isaac Eichmann, Hastings; 3. dent of hip fractures by 48 this season, Shantel Loos left Jake Hanson (M) pinned B.Schultz 3:12. 145: Zach Kennedy, Pine Island; 4. Matt Willson, NON-CONFERENCE WINONA — Tori Thomp- T.Vogt, (O) pinned Tryston Johnson 5:02. St. Charles; 6. Daniel Lopez, Century. percent the building in an ambulance, 152: Marcus McKinley (M) dec. Justin Muller P-E-M 40, Stillwater 26 son scored three goals as John 285 — 1. Corey Anderson, Shakopee; 3. after getting checked from 6-4. 160: K.Kath (O) maj. dec. Kade McKinley 106 — Christian Bahl (S) tech. fall Sam Ebin • decreased anxiety by Marshall/Lourdes defeated Brady Rueb, Pine Island; 5. Mike Szynal, Byron. behind. 11-0. 170: Sam Hinsch (M) dec. Kaden Cloud 16-0. 113 — Justin Amos (PEM) dec. Wayde 48 percent Winona 5-3 in Big Nine 8-1. 182: Ian Dunn (O) pinned Adrean Cortez MAPLE RIVER TOURNAMENT Hall 2-1 OT. 120 — Dillan Nelson (S) dec. • decreased depression Saturday, Loos scored twice, Conference girls hockey on Jordan Getschmann 4-1. 126 — Andy Jordan 0:41. 195: Justin Carr (M) pinned J.Flores TEAM SCORES by 30 percent including the game winner, Saturday. 0:31. 220: C.Kuefner (O) pinned Zach Lorang (S) dec. Brenten Ring 4-0. 132 — Austin Albert Lea 202, Champlin Park 149.5, 1:11 into overtime, as Century 1:23. 285: Spencer Sorenson (O) pinned Jordan (S) maj. dec. Braeden McEvoy 12-0. • when the dose was JM/L (8-3) built a 3-0 lead Maple River 145.5, Grand Meadow/LeRoy- Jason Callana 5:17. 138 — Thomas Miller (PEM) dec. Matt Riehle increased it decreased beat Austin, 3-2, at the Roch- and held off the Winhawks to Ostrander/Kingsland 99, Zumbrota Mazeppa 8-1. 145 — Branden Madsen (S) pinned Jacob depression by 47 percent. ester Recreation Center. improve to within one point 53, Madelia/Truman/Martin Luther 52.5, Ellsworth, Wis. 42, Mayo 30 Medford 47, New Ulm 41. Mewhorter :32. 152 — Dustin Finley (PEM) “The girls got better each of first place in the Big Nine. pinned Grant Wohlwend :50. 160 — Jacob It is the number one 106: Miles Patton (M) tech. fall Cody AREA PLACE-WINNERS treatment for fatigue, and period and came from behind Thompson scored a goal in Raebel 0:00 15-0. 113: Jens Lantz (E) won Wurst (PEM) pinned Collin Olson :38. 170 — 113 — 4. Blake Olson, GMLOK. in the third to tie and then win each period. by forfeit. 120: Denley Minske (M) dec. Brad Jack Ihrke (PEM) pinned David Olson 1:19. in a study that included 126 — 1. Noah Schlee, GMLOK. 182 — Garret Miller (PEM) won by forfeit. over 10,000 Harvard Alumni in overtime,” Century coach “Tori Thompson had several Cain 2-1. 126: Nolan Ewing (M) pinned Jacob Fuchs 3:10. 132: Roarke Langer (E) won 132 — 4. Parker Hale, GMLOK. 195 — Haden Hausken (S) pinned Garret D a n M a i d l great chances,” JM/L coach over 12 years, it decreased by forfeit. 138: Dan Langer (E) dec. Brady 138 — 2. Cody Heitman, Z-M; 3. Brock Wolf 3:32. 220 — Tyler Petit (PEM) pinned the risk of death by 23 said. “Our Bob Montrose said. “It was Johnson, GMLOK. Anders Sandstrom :45. 285 — Zach Hanlon Nelson 3-2. 145: Jake Hanson (M) pinned percent. A researcher’s power play nice to see Mason Strom 1:37. 152: Ryan Dickhausen (E) 145 — 4. Tyler Poncelet, Z-M. (PEM) maj. dec. Derrick Thingvold 13-5. was effective, her score, but data in Australia supports scoring two give credit to that using this intervention could increase people’s goals.” our forwards COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROCHESTER GIRLS BASKETBALL B o t h o f too for getting lives by five years! Think C e n t u r y ’ s to the net and what you could accomplish goals in regu- taking away Yellowjacket men Caledonia beats with a bonus five years. lation came the goalie’s Dr. Evans also cites on the power e y e s . S h e Steven Blair’s longitudinal play. Made- Loos didn’t see any rally for victory Century at FT line study of over 50,000 men and women. Dr. Blair is line Eischen of Tori’s shots Post-Bulletin staff Post-Bulletin staff opened the scoring at 5:47 of go past her.” a professor in the Arnold Thompson COON RAPIDS, Minn. — Roches- CALEDONIA — Caledonia outscored Century the second period. Sam Macken School of Public Health ter Community and Technical College 15-0 at the free-throw line and rallied past the and Laura Meillier also scored at the University of South Austin responded, though, overcame a slow start to nip United Panthers 51-39 in non-conference girls basket- with two goals by Kennedy goals for the Rockets. Tribe Tech 62-61 in junior college men’s Carolina. He identified ball on Saturday. that cardio-respiratory Thompson to take a 2-1 lead “Our team really moves basketball on Saturday. The host Warriors were 15-for-28 at the line fitness is the number one after two. the puck and gets everyone The game was part of the Anoka- while Century did not attempt a free throw the risk factor associate with involved which is so fun to Ramsey Holiday Classic. United Tribe Loos scored her first goal entire game. death. With the aforemen- of the game 1:16 into the third watch,” Montrose said. Tech is a Division II scholarship school “When another teams shoots 28 free throws tioned intervention proto- period, on a power play, to JM/L goalie Erin Meyers out of Bismarck, N.D. and you shoot zero, that’s going to determine any col, this risk factor could force overtime, where her also had a strong game in goal United Tribe (9-7) surged to a 36-28 game,” Century coach Chris Stenzel said. be reduced leading to a sixth goal of the season helped with 29 saves. lead at the half before RCTC rallied. Taylor Winjum scored 23 points and made five longer healthier life. Century improve to 9-6 over- “Erin Meyers played one of “We got off to a dismal start,” RCTC all. three-pointers as Caledonia improves to 10-3. Well, have I got you her best games today in goal. coach Brian LaPlante said. “We did worked up into a lather of Jessica Aney had three She had several great saves,” not play good defense at the start. The Century led by 10 points early in the second half before the Warriors rallied. Century scored curiosity to discover this assists for the Panthers, Montrose said. second half we played much better,” wonder treatment/magic while Katherine Aney had just 11 points in the second half. “Because of the JM/Lourdes 5, Winona 3 RCTC came back in the second half, pill? Do you want to live two assists. but never led by more than three. The foul trouble we couldn’t be aggressive and we JM/Lourdes ...... 1 2 2 — 5 were tentative,” Stenzel said. longer, feel and look better, Kaitlyn Maidl (13 saves) Winona ...... 0 1 2 — 5 Yellowjackets were clinging to a 62-61 be more productive, and Morgan Hartman led Century with 14 points and Abby Cunningham (12) John Marshall/Lourdes: Kelly Bier 1 assist; lead in the closing seconds when it spend more time doing the and she added four rebounds and three assists. split time in goal for Century, Hannah Nelson 1 assist; Sam Macken 1 goal; missed the front end of a one-and-one. things you want in life? The Alecia Kupfer had six rebounds and blocked with Cunningham earning the Laura Meillier 1 goal, 1 assist; Laura Fisher United Tribe had a final chance to win treatment is simply ... sorry 1 assist; Tori Thompson 3 goals Goalie: Erin the game, but missed a shot just before three shots. Century falls to 8-5 with the loss. victory. Meyers 29 saves. it’s not going to be that easy. the buzzer. Caledonia 51, Century 39 Century plays at Dodge Winona: Eliza Searcy 1 goal; Jessica Huff- You have to work for it by County on Tuesday. man 1 assist; Carly Moran 1 goal; Shelby Theis Deuntae Broadnax led a balanced CENTURY (39) 6, Lottie Augedahl 0, Taylor Winjum watching the video. 1 assist; Rachael Nelson 1 goal, 1 assist. Goalie: RCTC attack with 12 points while Vincent Alyssa Lewis 6, Kanani Asuncion 23, Carli Dahlberg 5, Hannah Rus- Take nine minutes, 19 Century 3, Austin 2 Jillian Hultgren 30 saves. Cary had 11 points and 10 rebounds. 7, Morgan Hartman 14, Deleonne sert 3, Shannon Doering 0, Saman- seconds out of your busy tha Colleran 2, Ashley Bichel 0. Austin ...... 0 2 0 0 — 2 Freshman Derrick Cattryse of Mankato Clark 0, Samantha Mauer 2, Mor- day and watch this video. It Century ...... 0 1 1 1 — 3 hit two key threes in the second half. gan Hazelton 2, Bethany Schultz 4, Other stats: Hannah Russert 9 Read Guy N. Limbeck’s Alecia Kupfer 4. rebounds. just might save your life. Austin : Kennedy Thompson 2 goals; Carley Both teams shot 40 percent from the Grunewald 1 assist; Abby Gallaher 1 assistAl- Local Sports Notebook Other stats: Hartman 4 re- Halftime: CENT 28, CAL 24. floor and RCTC was 11-for-14 at the Wes Emmert is fitness director lison Hoban 31 saves. bounds, 3 assists; Asuncion 4 as- Free throws: CENT 0-0, CAL for the Rochester Athletic Club. Tuesdays and Saturdays sists, 3 steals; Kupfer 6 rebounds, Century : Shantel Loos 2 goals; Jessica Aney line. The Yellowjackets forced 23 turn- 15-28. 3 blocks. 3 assists; Madeline Eischen 1 goal; Katherine in the Post-Bulletin sports overs while giving the ball away just 12 Three-point goals: CENT 5 PostBulletin.com Aney 2 assists; Kaitlyn Maidl 13 saves; Abby section. times. RCTC held a slim 39-38 edge on CALEDONIA (51) (Lewis 2, Asuncion 1, Hartman 2), Cunningham 12•••••••• saves. the boards. Maddy Mullins 12, Lauren Rusert CAL 6 (Dahlberg 1, Winjum 5). for the video link POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2012 D5

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HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK Bellrichard’s return makes Byron boys even stronger Brian Bellrichard is back with the “Once football ended, I suggested you’ll have to wait until the end of K-M picked up Waseca and Winona, and Doering, a sophomore, broke a Byron boys basketball team. to (Bellrichard) that he rest his foot the regular season. and Byron picked up Waseca and bone in her hand. Fruechte is the That is a perfect fit for the Bears, until Christmas,” Byron coach Kerry The two teams are not scheduled Albert Lea. This also allowed Pine team’s second-leading scorer at 14.3 who ride their depth, strength, quick- Linbo said. “Friday was his first meet during the regular season for Island to play in the Simley tourna- points per game, and is also a top ness and tenacity. They’ve ridden it extended playing time. He played the first time in many years, due ment this year with the additional rebounder and team leader. Doering so far to a 9-1 start. real cautious and a little bit nervous primarily to K-M’s move up to Class game of a three-day tournament is new to the varsity this season. to begin with. But the second half, compared to a two-day tournament Bellrichard has AAA this season. The two players have missed he was back to his old self, knocking K-M, coached by Ryan Haraldson , is format of two games.” Caledonia’s last five games and the all of those physical down some shots.” attributes. It’s just ranked No. 9 in Class AAA this week, At this point it looks like a good Warriors are 2-3 in that stretch, and that he hasn’t been Though Bellrichard can definitely and P.I., coached by Rick Canton , is bet that K-M and P.I. will square off 10-4 overall. able to use them shoot, it’s the rest of his game that No. 7 in Class AA. in the HVL Blue-Gold Championship Caledonia coach Scott Sorenson much the last two Linbo likes even better. As you might Canton, whose Panthers won last game, which will be Feb. 20 at the didn’t offer any other details about basketball seasons. expect from a top-tier running back, year’s meeting with K-M, 58-41, Blue Division winner’s gym (P.I.). his players’ injuries, other than to Bellrichard can play defense. And say that both should be back by the The 5-foot-7, explained why the teams won’t meet — Donny Henn that happens to be what Byron predi- this regular season: end of January. 180-pounder has cates its success on most. It’s among Caledonia dealing with injuries been dealing with “There are three teams from the Caledonia is the defending Section Bellrichard the leaders in the state here, allow- The holiday season wasn’t alto- 1AA champion and has won four injuries this year ing just 36 points per game. other division that you are not sched- and last, ones uled to play and schools have the gether kind to the Caledonia girls of the last five 1AA crowns. The incurred playing football. Bellrich- “Brian is one of our best athletes,” option to schedule those other three basketball team, which is currently Warriors opened the season ranked ard was a starting running back for Linbo said. “He’s got extremely good teams. In some case HVL teams have two players down because of injuries No. 1 in the state but have since Byron, and statistically this season quickness. He gets to loose balls. selected not to play due to travel in the same game. fallen from the top 10. — until injuring his foot — was the Having him back out there makes distance or wanting to play a team Starting guards — Donny Henn us deeper, which we like, because best one in the Hiawatha Valley in their own section. We have always Maria Fruechte BOYS BASKETBALL League. His junior season, Bellrich- we want to play full-court pressure tried to schedule the three teams that and Marie Doering ard injured his labrum and missed defense all the time.” we are not scheduled to play, however were both injured Century won by 14, not six — Pat Ruff all of the basketball season. this year it did not work out. in Caledonia’s 54-50 The Century and John Marshall Well, the senior is now back on the GIRLS BASKETBALL “Pine Island does not play Byron loss to Spring Grove boys basketball teams played at JM on Dec. 27, which hardwood, getting his first extended K-M vs. P.I. showdown won’t or K-M this year, and certainly travel on Tuesday, with Century winning was not the case. With Byron and halted Caledonia’s 64-50. But in Wednesday’s Post- action last Friday in a win over happen in regular season Stewartville. Tuesday, he scored 15 K-M both moving up to AAA for eight-game winning Bulletin game story, Pat Ruff inad- points — all five of his baskets three- If you were looking forward to a tournament play those two schools streak to start the vertently wrote that the final was pointers (both his hoops Friday were Hiawatha Valley League showdown decided to pick up AAA opponents, season. Fruechte Century 60, JM 54. also threes) — as Byron routed La between unbeatens Pine Island which makes total sense for those Fruechte, a junior, We apologize for that error. Crescent. (14-0) and Kasson-Mantorville (13-0), two schools for seeding purposes. suffered a broken bone in her arm, — Pat Ruff

HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY STATISTICS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL GIRLS ROCHESTER JOHN MARSHALL GIRLS BOYS Record: 6-8-1 ROCHESTER CENTURY Player G A Pts. BIG NINE CONFERENCE BIG NINE CONFERENCE Record: 9-7-0 Gavin Sandwick ...... 8 10 18 Conf Overall Conf Overall W L W L W L W L Player G A Pts. Hunter Heightland ...... 6 10 16 Mankato East ...... 5 0 9 2 Mankato East ...... 4 1 10 1 Jessica Aney ...... 10 35 45 Kyle Andrews ...... 8 7 15 Mayo ...... 5 1 8 4 Owatonna ...... 4 1 9 1 Katie Aney ...... 29 16 45 Alec McGinn ...... 8 4 12 Century ...... 5 1 8 5 Century ...... 4 1 10 2 Ashley Adams ...... 6 4 10 Nick Paulson ...... 5 6 11 Owatonna ...... 5 2 8 3 Austin ...... 4 1 7 2 Leah Batterson ...... 1 8 9 Alex Lovett ...... 4 7 11 Austin ...... 3 3 6 6 Winona ...... 3 2 5 5 Shantel Loos ...... 7 1 8 Matt Broman ...... 1 10 11 Winona ...... 2 3 2 8 Mayo ...... 3 2 4 7 Madeline Eischen ...... 4 1 5 Jared Bromberg ...... 0 8 8 Mankato West ...... 2 4 3 11 Mankato West ...... 1 4 3 8 Allysa Dahl ...... 1 4 5 N. Nelson Nibbe Andrews Law Sam Broman ...... 5 2 7 John Marshall ...... 2 4 5 8 John Marshall ...... 1 4 2 8 Albert Lea ...... 0 5 1 11 Albert Lea ...... 1 4 2 8 Grace Becker ...... 2 2 4 (JM/Lourdes) (Red Wing) (JM) (Dodge Cty.) Jared Kristo ...... 1 3 4 Rebecca Lorsung ...... 1 3 4 Matt Cyr ...... 1 3 4 Faribault ...... 0 6 0 12 Faribault ...... 0 5 0 12 McKenna Bridges ...... 2 2 4 Dana Rasmussen ...... 26 19 45 Adam Sherden ...... 1 1 2 Ryan Lakin ...... 0 3 3 HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE Anna Grinde ...... 1 2 3 Kortney Kleber ...... 13 25 38 Ki-Jana Humphreys ...... 1 1 2 Mitch King ...... 2 0 2 Gold Division Gold Division Markayle Schears ...... 1 2 3 Emily Gunderson ...... 4 23 27 Calvin Bjerke ...... 2 0 2 Jason Macken ...... 0 2 2 Conf Overall Conf Overall W L W L Jessica Faunce ...... 1 2 3 Lydia Wagner ...... 10 16 26 Nick Musta ...... 0 1 1 Garrett Strom ...... 0 1 1 W L W L MaKenzie Birkestrand ...... 0 2 2 Marcus Buehler ...... 1 0 1 Winona Cotter ...... 3 0 6 6 Hayfield ...... 4 1 10 4 Katie Robinson ...... 3 11 14 Braydon Moran ...... 0 1 1 Byron ...... 4 1 9 1 Elisabeth Soderlind ...... 0 1 1 Jack Christensen ...... 0 1 1 Kasson-Mantorville ...... 2 0 13 0 Bella Wagner ...... 3 7 10 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Kasson-Mantorville ...... 2 1 8 4 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Kevin Henslin ...... 0 1 1 Stewartville ...... 2 0 8 4 Madison Tibben ...... 1 7 8 Erik Wennberg ...... 8-3-1 2.77 .887 Byron ...... 2 2 9 4 Lourdes ...... 2 3 8 5 Kaitlyn Maidl ...... 4-3-0 3.08 .902 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Molly Shelton ...... 3 2 5 Eric Rohleder ...... 2-1-0 3.33 .875 Hayfield ...... 1 1 6 7 La Crescent ...... 1 2 1 10 Abby Cunningham .....5-3-0 3.74 .863 Brede Postier ...... 3 1 4 Jimmy Casazza ...... 4-3-0 2.10 .875 La Crescent ...... 0 3 3 11 Stewartville ...... 0 2 2 8 Brieanna Westrom ...... 0 3 3 ROCHESTER LOURDES Jacob Garvey ...... 2-4-1 3.63 .854 Lourdes ...... 0 4 3 10 Winona Cotter ...... 0 3 6 5 ROCHESTER JM/LOURDES Record: 10-4-0 Emily Rohlik ...... 1 2 3 Blue Division Blue Division Record: 10-7-0 Player G A Pts. DODGE COUNTY Magdalyn Wick ...... 2 0 2 Pine Island ...... 2 0 14 0 Cannon Falls ...... 2 0 8 3 Player G A Pts. Jason Samuelson ...... 14 18 32 Record: 1-11-0 Hollywood Hermanson ...... 1 1 2 Kenyon-Wanamingo .....2 1 11 3 Lake City ...... 2 1 8 4 Sam Macken ...... 17 12 29 Alex Funk ...... 12 15 27 Player G A Pts. Kenyon-Wanamingo .....2 1 5 4 Emily Mundy ...... 1 1 2 Goodhue ...... 2 1 11 2 Nicole Nelson ...... 9 9 18 Landon Farrell ...... 9 16 25 Sam Robinson ...... 4 6 10 Zumbrota-Mazeppa ...... 2 1 5 5 Samantha McElmury ...... 0 1 1 Lake City ...... 2 1 6 6 Savannah Seeger ...... 5 8 13 Justin Dewitz ...... 6 15 21 Stefan Rechtzigel ...... 5 4 9 Zumbrota-Mazeppa ...... 1 2 5 8 Goodhue ...... 1 2 6 4 Eryn Larsen ...... 1 0 1 Tori Thompson ...... 6 4 10 Karl Krecke ...... 6 6 12 Gordon Law ...... 5 3 8 Triton ...... 0 2 4 8 Triton ...... 0 2 1 8 Morgan Michaletz ...... 0 1 1 Kate Valentine ...... 4 6 10 Connor Nellans ...... 5 5 10 Christian Schillo ...... 4 2 6 Cannon Falls ...... 0 2 1 11 Pine Island ...... 0 2 2 8 Madison Edgar ...... 0 1 1 Laura Meillier ...... 5 2 7 Eric Bonapace-Potvin ...... 4 4 8 Thor Knutson ...... 2 3 5 THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Blair Lebeck ...... 2 4 6 Robby Campbell ...... 1 6 7 Billy Steinberg ...... 2 2 4 Conf Overall Anna Hunter ...... 11-5-0 2.42 .889 Conf Overall Hannah Nelson ...... 2 4 6 Ryan Nicolay ...... 3 4 7 Benton Westrom ...... 2 2 4 W L W L W L W L Sarah Underwood ...... 2-0-0 0.00 1.000 Shelby Greer ...... 2 2 4 Ben Weir ...... 3 2 5 Spencer Senn ...... 1 3 4 Dover-Eyota ...... 8 1 11 3 P-E-M ...... 8 0 10 3 Kelly Bier ...... 1 3 4 RED WING James Armstead ...... 1 3 4 Sam Wick ...... 2 1 3 Southland ...... 6 1 9 1 Kingsland ...... 7 1 7 3 Rushford-Peterson ...... 7 2 10 2 Laura Fisher ...... 0 2 2 Record: 12-5-1 Griff Slightam ...... 2 2 4 Bryan Knesel ...... 1 2 3 Caledonia ...... 7 2 10 4 Lisa Bjork ...... 0 2 2 John Bovia ...... 1 2 3 Chatfield ...... 6 2 9 4 Southland ...... 5 3 8 4 Player G A Pts. McKay Carstens ...... 1 3 4 Caledonia ...... 5 3 7 4 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Grant Klancher ...... 0 2 2 Kingsland ...... 4 4 8 6 Nicole Schammel ...... 28 22 50 Brian Williamson ...... 3 0 3 Lewiston-Altura ...... 5 4 6 6 Mia Bruesewitz ...... 4-3-0 2.67 .913 Dakota Dodds ...... 0 1 1 Lewiston-Altura ...... 4 5 8 6 Paige Haley ...... 20 22 42 Kane Carstens ...... 2 1 3 St. Charles ...... 3 5 7 5 Erin Meyers ...... 5-4-0 2.60 .901 Brock Leisen ...... 0 1 1 Plainview-Elgin-Millville ....4 5 5 6 Reagan Haley ...... 11 24 35 Nathan Roth ...... 1 1 2 Rushford-Peterson ...... 2 7 4 10 Chatfield ...... 3 5 4 8 Brittany Arthur ...... 1-1-0 1.67 .872 Dakota Swank ...... 0 1 1 Emily Stegora ...... 17 9 26 Griffen Buck ...... 1 1 2 St. Charles ...... 2 7 4 11 Fillmore Central ...... 2 6 4 7 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct ROCHESTER MAYO Elle Anderson ...... 5 10 15 Lars Anderson ...... 0 1 1 Wabasha-Kellogg ...... 0 9 0 14 Dover-Eyota ...... 1 8 2 12 Cori Fairbanks ...... 6 5 11 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Eric Olson ...... 1-10-0 7.79 .808 Wabasha-Kellogg ...... 0 9 1 11 Record: 13-4-1 SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE Hailee Johnson ...... 1 5 6 Jesse Neumann ...... 5-2-0 2.41 .866 Shawn Cady ...... 0-1-0 7.33 .697 Player G A Pts. East Division SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE Steph Stettler ...... 8 10 18 Katelyn Hadler ...... 3 2 5 Andrew Ellingson ...... 5-2-0 2.77 .877 RED WING Conf Overall East Division Emily Nelson ...... 10 7 17 Maddy Hardyman ...... 0 2 2 Record: 7-5-0 W L W L Conf Overall ROCHESTER MAYO W L W L Gabby Laures ...... 5 9 14 Kayla Oberding ...... 0 1 1 Player G A Pts. Spring Grove ...... 8 0 13 2 Record: 8-5-0 Spring Grove ...... 7 0 9 2 Olivia Mewhorter ...... 6 5 11 Caitie Turcotte ...... 0 1 1 Taylor Hanson ...... 9 12 21 Lanesboro ...... 6 2 6 6 Player G A Pts. Houston ...... 6 1 10 3 Mackenzie McCormack ...... 3 8 11 Lisa Nibbe ...... 0 1 1 Mabel-Canton ...... 3 5 3 9 Adam Alcott ...... 5 13 18 Mike Stegora ...... 11 4 15 Lanesboro ...... 4 2 5 4 Sara Brakke ...... 6 4 10 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Hope Lutheran ...... 2 5 2 5 Max Whitney ...... 7 6 13 Alex Rezansoff ...... 5 9 14 Mabel-Canton ...... 4 2 4 6 Lisa Nibbe ...... 12-5-1 2.90 .892 Houston ...... 1 6 2 9 Ashley Weber ...... 4 4 8 Jack Strusz ...... 5 4 9 Hope Lutheran ...... 1 7 2 9 Jack Dingle ...... 3 9 12 West Division Kali Aldrich ...... 3 3 6 Marcus Noesen ...... 3 6 9 Steve Serratore ...... 3 8 11 LeRoy-Ostrander ...... 8 0 10 3 West Division Beth Gibson ...... 3 2 5 BOYS Ryan Rehder ...... 4 5 9 Nolan Edwards ...... 5 5 10 Lyle/Austin Pacelli ...... 6 2 8 3 Grand Meadow ...... 3 3 5 5 Makinzee Kazeck ...... 1 3 4 ROCHESTER CENTURY Nik Brozovich ...... 4 4 8 Tyler Grove ...... 3 5 8 Grand Meadow ...... 3 5 6 8 Glenville-Emmons ...... 3 3 4 3 Meghan Trangsrud ...... 1 2 3 Lyle/Austin Pacelli ...... 2 4 4 5 Record: 10-4-1 Matt Rogers ...... 6 2 8 Michael Bigelbach ...... 1 6 7 Schaeffer Academy ...... 2 6 3 8 Sam Carlson ...... 1 2 3 Schaeffer Academy ...... 2 4 3 5 Player G A Pts. Tommy Hanson ...... 5 1 6 Dayton Johnson ...... 0 3 3 Glenville-Emmons ...... 0 8 0 9 Tessa Rud ...... 0 3 3 LeRoy-Ostrander ...... 0 6 1 9 Nick Jacobs ...... 9 15 24 Ryan Martin ...... 4 2 6 Tyler Rea ...... 0 3 3 Olivia Kemp ...... 1 0 1 Hayden Ashworth ...... 6 14 22 Will Holtan ...... 1 3 4 Marcus Dodge ...... 1 1 2 MISSOTA CONFERENCE MISSOTA CONFERENCE Allie Durigan ...... 0 1 1 Conf Overall Brandon Kautz ...... 8 13 21 Tommy Fjelsted ...... 1 3 4 Ross Elford ...... 1 0 1 Conf Overall Emilie Smolders ...... 1 0 1 W L W L W L W L Dalton Travis ...... 11 7 18 Seth Gilbertson ...... 1 1 2 Nick Sammon ...... 0 1 1 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Red Wing ...... 2 0 12 2 Chanhassen ...... 1 0 8 4 Isaac St. Marie ...... 6 4 10 Josh Newman ...... 1 1 2 Kyle LaPorte ...... 1 0 1 Rebecca Graham ...... 9-3-1 1.98 .923 Joe Partington ...... 0 1 1 Chanhassen ...... 2 0 10 2 New Prague ...... 0 0 7 4 Wyatt Travis ...... 3 7 10 Brian Murray ...... 0 1 1 Chaska ...... 1 0 3 8 Jamie Clay ...... 4-1-0 2.30 .876 Justin Lunde ...... 0 1 1 Holy Angels ...... 0 0 6 3 Tyler Iverson ...... 4 5 9 Justyn Sweet ...... 1 0 1 New Prague ...... 1 1 8 5 Chaska ...... 0 0 6 6 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct DODGE COUNTY Jacob Roth ...... 2 6 8 Marcus Nordstrom ...... 0 1 1 Northfield ...... 1 1 9 4 Red Wing ...... 0 0 4 7 Record: 13-5-0 Riese Zmolek ...... 3 3 6 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Preston Blaney ...... 5-3-0 3.30 .892 Shakopee ...... 0 2 6 4 Farmington ...... 0 0 4 8 Player G A Pts. 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ROCHESTER BOYS HOCKEY ROUNDUP SNOWMOBILING Respect rules, keep snowmobiling safe By Dan Vrieze the shoulder and pointing in [email protected] the direction of the turn. Snowmobiling is a wonder- Right Turn: Bend your left ful sport that only a few states arm at the elbow to shoulder have the weather to enjoy. height; with your hand point- There are a few rules, both ing straight up and your palm written and implied, that flat, your arm should make a when followed will make right angle. the sport more enjoyable Oncoming Sleds: Guide your for everyone and protect the snowmobile to the right while privilege of snowmobiling for pointing to the trail over your generations to come. head, so your signal can be First and foremost riders seen. must learn and follow all Slowing: Left arm extended snowmobile laws. These out and down from the side rules are in place to ensure of the bodywith a downward the safety of all riders and to flapping motion of hand to protect the privilege of snow- signal warning or caution. mobiling as a whole. Sleds Following: Arm All snowmobilers are raised, elbow bent with judged by the actions of each thumb pointing backward, individual. For this reason, in hitchhiking motion move riders must go the extra mile arm forward to backward Scott Jacobson / [email protected] to respect private property, over your shoulder. Lourdes’ Alex Funk puts a shot from the slot into the net during the third period Thursday at Graham Arena. The ride only in designated areas More frequently riders who Eagles defeated New Ulm 8-4 as Funk scored four goals and had one assist. and ride only when there is wear gloves use their fingers sufficient snow. Snowmobil- to indicate the number of ers must make sure they do sleds that are following. not damage trees and shrubs, Last Sled in Line: Left arm Century regains share of first in Big Nine do not litter and do not harass raised at shoulder height, wildlife. elbow bent and forearm Post-Bulletin staff The junior forward had a five-point There are several rules of vertical with hand clenched Brandon Kautz continues to show why Hockey Day goes inside game, including four goals for his the trail that all riders should in a fist. he’s one of the best two-way defensemen second hat trick of the season, as the No. follow to make a ride fun and Snowmobile trails are built in the Big Nine Conference. The Hockey Day Rochester games 9-ranked Eagles beat New Ulm, 8-4, in a safe for everyone. Snowmo- and maintained primarily boys hockey game at Graham Arena I. bilers should learn the hand The Rochester Century senior had scheduled for Jan. 21 have been through the work of volun- signals that tell riders behind a hand in all of the Panthers’ goals on moved indoors. “We could’ve given him the game puck teers from local snowmobile you what you intend to do and Thursday, as they beat a tough Albert every game this year,” Spaniol said. “He’s clubs. Club members contact The decision was made Thursday to warn riders in front of you Lea team, 3-1, at the Rochester Recre- been working really hard, moving his feet land owners to get consent to that the ice at Graham Park on the that more riders are coming. ation Center. and he’s been a great team player on the allow the trail to cross their Olmsted County Fairgrounds would ice and in the locker room. He’s matured Riders should keep to the land. The victory lifts Century (7-1-0 Big right of the trail especially not be in suitable shape by the time a lot and is coming to play every night.” This spirit of community Nine, 11-4-1 overall) into a tie with on hills and curves. Today’s the games were to be played. New Ulm (8-8-0) had no answer for service pervades the snow- Albert Lea for first place in the confer- machines have more power Funk. He scored twice on the same mobiling community. Snow- ence. Both teams now have 14 points, The boys games between Mayo and and traction than ever before. penalty kill in the second period, scored mobilers frequently stop by two ahead of Rochester Mayo, Roches- John Marshall have been moved to In order to keep the trails in the game winner on an assist from Karl machines with their hoods ter John Marshall and the Rochester Recreation Center. The good condition, avoid spin- Krecke and capped the scoring with up to offer assistance. Future Owatonna. ning out on the trail. junior varsity game will take place at 1 his fourth goal, late in the third period. articles will highlight other Century outshot Albert p.m., followed by the varsity game at Funk is now averaging more than two The signals: community service events Lea, 42-21, after losing by 3 p.m. points per game, with 32 points through Stop: Arm raised from performed by snowmobile nine goals to Lakeville 15 games for Lourdes (11-4-0). the shoulder and extended clubs and their members. South on Tuesday. Erik Also that day, the John Marshall/ Lourdes girls are scheduled to face Ryan Nicolay scored twice, his fourth straight up over the head Join a snowmobile club so Wennberg made 20 saves with palm of hand flat. you can help preserve our for the Panthers. Century at 7 p.m. at Graham Arena. and fifth goals of the season, while Jason Samuelson and Connor Nellans Left Turn: Left arm wonderful trail system and “It was a good bounce- scored once each. Samuelson also had extended straight out from serve your local community. back win after a tough Ashworth also had one assist each. two assists, while Landon Farrell, Griff loss,” Century coach Slightam and Eric Bonapace-Potvin had Josh Klingfus said. Kautz Century plays at Mayo at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, at Graham Arena I. one each. Albert Lea fell to 6-2-0 Lourdes has another challenging in the Big Nine and 8-6-1 overall. game on tap on Saturday against the Snow Report Lourdes brings in da Funk No. 5-ranked team in Wisconsin, Eau “That team comes ready to play every DOWNHILL SKIING single night,” Klingfus said of Albert Lea. Rochester Lourdes coach Josh Spaniol Claire Memorial (10-1-2). The Old Abes “(Coach) Roy (Nystrom) the most out of has had to hold back many times this finished as the runner-up in the Class AA Afton Alps (Hastings ) — 15-30-inch base; open for skiing and snowboard- his players year in and year out.” season from awarding the game puck to bracket of the Kiwanis Festival last ing. www.aftonalps.com Kautz had two goals, including the Alex Funk. month at Graham Arena. Buck Hill (Burnsville) —12-42-inch base. Making snow. Tubing open. game winner, and an assist on Jake He couldn’t hold off again after Funk’s PostBulletin.com www.buckhill.com Roth’s goal. Isaac St. Marie and Hayden performance on Thursday. for Lourdes boys hockey slide show Coffee Mill Ski Area (Wabasha) — 6-24-inch base. 2 inches new snow last 3 days. www.coffeemillski.com Mount Kato (Mankato) — 26-42-inch base. 1/2 inch new snow last 3 days, HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL ROCHESTER GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP making snow. www.mountkato.com Welch Village (Welch) — 20-30-inch base.1/2 inch new snow last 3 days, making snow, weather permitting. All runs open. www.welchvillage.com GIRLS Hope Lutheran ...... 2 5 2 5 Houston ...... 1 6 2 9 Owatonna rallies to beat Wild Mountain (Taylors Falls) — 32-55-inch base. Making snow. 100 BIG NINE CONFERENCE West Division percent open, including snowboarding and tubing. www.wildmountain.com LeRoy-Ostrander ...... 8 0 11 3 TONIGHT JM/Lourdes; Century loses Giants Ridge (Biwabik) — 16-24-inch base. 2 inches new snow last 7 days, Winona at John Marshall Lyle/Austin Pacelli ...... 6 2 8 3 making snow. www.giantsridge.com. Mankato West at Mayo Grand Meadow ...... 3 5 6 8 Post-Bulletin staff Owatonna at Mankato East Schaeffer Academy ....2 6 3 8 Albert Lea tops Lutsen Mountains (Lutsen) — 12-24-inch base. 2 inches new snow last 7 Faribault at Albert Lea Glenville-Emmons ...... 0 8 0 9 OWATONNA — Owatonna days, making snow. three mountains, 54 runs, 7 lifts. www.lutsen.com. THURSDAY, JAN. 12 scored two goals in the third Century at Austin Century in overtime Spirit Mountain (Duluth) — 24-30-inch base. Making snow. Open daily Lanesboro 58, Fillmore Central 55 period to rally past John HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE Le Roy-Ostrander 51, Rochester Home ALBERT LEA — Anna at 9 a.m., 90 percent of runs available. www.spiritmt.com Gold Division Marshall/Lourdes 2-1 in Big School 44 Nine Conference girls hockey Anderson scored at 9:13 of Conf Overall FRIDAY, JAN. 13 CROSS COUNTRY SKIING, SNOWMOBILING W L W L on Thursday. overtime to give Albert Lea Le Roy-Ostrander at Spring Grove a 6-5 Big Nine Conference Beaver Creek Valley State Park — Skiing good. We have 6-7 inches of Winona Cotter ...... 3 0 6 6 Glenville-Emmons at Lanesboro fresh snow. Great for skiing and snowshoeing. Snowmobiling closed. Kasson-Mantorville .....3 0 14 0 Hannah Nelson gave JM/L girls hockey win over Century Lyle/Pacelli at Hope Lutheran a 1-0 lead in the second Frontenac State Park — Only about 1 inch of snow scattered into drifts Stewartville ...... 2 0 9 4 Grand Meadow at Mabel-Canton Thursday night. Byron ...... 2 2 9 4 period. and bare spots. Skiing and snowmobiling closed. Schaeffer Academy at Houston “We started slow in the Hayfield ...... 1 2 6 8 Owatonna countered with Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park —There is no base or groomed ski La Crescent ...... 0 3 3 11 first period, but we battled to MISSOTA CONFERENCE goals by trails, but probably enough snow to ski on. Lourdes ...... 0 4 3 10 FRIDAY, JAN. 13 score five goals in the second Blue Division Shakopee at Farmington Riana Kubat and third periods and tie it Sources: DNR, TCISAA Pine Island ...... 2 0 15 0 Northfield at Red Wing and Payton up playing good hockey,” said Goodhue ...... 2 1 12 2 Holy Angels at Chanhassen Noble in the Century coach Dan Maidl. Kenyon-Wanamingo ...2 1 11 3 Chaska at New Prague third period “Like a lot of teams, we need COLLEGE WRESTLING Lake City ...... 2 1 6 6 to win. to work on playing three Zumbrota-Mazeppa ....2 2 6 8 BOYS Cannon Falls ...... 0 2 1 11 “ A t full periods of good hockey Yellowjackets turn back Itasca Triton ...... 0 3 4 9 BIG NINE CONFERENCE moments instead of THURSDAY, JAN. 12 THURSDAY, JAN. 12 one or two.” Post-Bulletin staff tin Valhuerdi 2:21. 133 — Dillon Solberg we played (RCTC) pinned Julian Valhuerdi 6:01. 141 — Zumbrota-Mazeppa 59, Triton 23 Owatonna 72, Mankato East 64 as well as GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. — Nate Larson (RCTC) maj. dec. Matt Dunlap Kasson-Mantorville 60, Hayfield 51 TONIGHT The game- we have all Rochester Community and 9-0. 149 — Casey Williams (I) dec. Hector Stewartville 46, Lewiston-Altura 45 Austin at Century winner was Meyers Technical College posted Millan5-2. 157 — Thomas Gullikson (I) pinned Goodhue 63, Faribault B.A. 43 Mayo at Mankato West season, but the third of Tyler Jackson4:20. 165 — Holton Lubinski Pine Island 46, Plainview-Elgin-Millville 24 John Marshall at Winona it’s those the game for wins at seven of 10 weights in a 31-12 win over Itasca in (RCTC) dec. David Booth 6-1. 174 — Con- TONIGHT *Faribault at Waseca times in-between when we Anderson. junior college wrestling on nor Monk (I) dec. Shelby Deno 10-6. 184 Lake City at Goodhue let off and give our oppo- Natasha — Jordan Arndt (RCTC) dec. Matt Beehler HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE Wednesday. Stewartville at Hayfield THURSDAY, JAN. 12 nent opportunities that keep Moyer also 3-0. 197 — Logan Barrett (RCTC) dec. Spen- Lourdes at Kasson-Mantorville Zumbrota-Mazeppa 62, Triton 49 coming back to hurt us,” scored three Jered Kemp (125 pounds) cer Corey 10-4. Hwt. — Jake Minske (RCTC) Pine Island at Cannon Falls *Stewartville 48, Lewiston-Altura 43 Rockets coach Bob Montrose and Dillon Solberg (133) won by forfeit. Winona Cotter at Byron for Albert TONIGHT said. J. Aney collected pins for the Yellow- West Salem, Wis., at La Crescent Lea, which Kasson-Mantorville at Lourdes Erin Meyers had 17 saves won for only jackets. Read High School THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Cannon Falls at Pine Island Conf Overall Hayfield at Stewartville in goal for JM/L. the fourth time in 19 games. RCTC 31, Itasca 12 Notebook Thursdays in the Wednesday W L W L Byron at Winona Cotter “We need to stay focused Jessica Aney led Century Post-Bulletin sports section. Dover-Eyota ...... 9 1 12 3 Goodhue at Lake City and control what we are (8-7) with four goals, includ- 125 — Jered Kemp (RCTC) pinned Jus- Southland ...... 6 1 10 1 * La Crescent at Westby, Wis. ing the game-tying goal at Caledonia ...... 7 2 10 4 * Belle Plaine at Kenyon-Wanamingo capable of controlling.,” Chatfield ...... 6 2 9 4 Montrose said. “There were 13:33 of the third period. THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Kingsland ...... 4 4 8 6 some things out of our control Albert Lea 6, Century 5 WE’RE OPEN ALL WINTER! Lewiston-Altura ...... 4 5 8 7 THURSDAY, JAN. 12 that played a part of tonight’s Century ...... 0 2 3 0 Plainview-Elgin-Millville ..4 5 5 7 Chatfield 73, Wabasha-Kellogg 36 Gym Sets *Stewartville 48, Lewiston-Altura 43 game which was unfortunate Albert Lea ...... 2 1 2 1 Rushford-Peterson ...... 2 7 4 10 for the girls.” St. Charles ...... 2 8 4 12 TONIGHT Century: Shantel Loos 2 assists; Jessie Wabasha-Kellogg ...... 0 9 0 14 Caledonia at Rushford-Peterson Aney 4 goals, 1 assist; Madeline Eischen 1 Owatonna 2, JM/Lourdes 1 assist; Katie Aney 1 goals, 2 assists; Grace THURSDAY, JAN. 12 Kingsland at Southland JM/Lourdes ...... 0 1 0 — 1 Dover-Eyota at St. Charles Becker 1 assist. Goalies: Kaitlyn Maidl 7 Dover-Eyota 65, St. Charles 51 Owatonna ...... 0 0 2 — 2 P-E-M at Fillmore Central saves; Abby Cunningham 15 saves. Stewartville 46, Lewiston-Altura 45 John Marshall/Lourdes: Hannah Nelson Albert Lea: Taylor Thompson 1 assist; Sheds Pine Island 46. Plainview-Elgin-Millville 24 SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE 1 goal; Tori Thompson 1 assist; Shelby Greer Haley Larson 1 assist; Anna Anderson 3 Southland 77, Blooming Prairie 35 TONIGHT 1 assist. Goalie: Erin Meyers 17 saves. goals, 2 assists; Hannah Savelkoul 1 assist; FRIDAY, JAN. 13 Mabel-Canton at Grand Meadow Owatonna: Riana Kubat 1 goal; Payton Mariah Leach 2 assists; Natasha Moyer 3 Rushford-Peterson at Caledonia Houston at Schaeffer Academy Noble 1 assists; Abby Sawyer 1 goal, 1 assist. goals, 2 assists. Goalie: Katie Schwarz 27 GazebosGGaz Southland at Kingsland Lyle/Pacelli at Hope Lutheran Goalie: Jessica Cole 18 saves. saves. 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Local Sports Page edited by Jason Feldman, [email protected] ROCHESTER BOYS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP ROCHESTER GIRLS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP Mattison, Rockets blast Winona Spartans go inside JM wins for to overpower West second time in Post-Bulletin staff 9, Taylor Lady 12. Halftime: AUST 28, CENT 16. Rochester Mayo flexed its three games Free throws: CENT 5-10, AUST 11-26. strength near the basket and Three-point goals: CENT 6 (Hartman 5, Post-Bulletin staff overpowered Mankato West Caldwell 1), AUST 2 (Lady 1, Oja 1). 57-48 in a Big Nine Conference WINONA — The Rochester girls basketball game Friday John Marshall boys basketball night at the Mayo gym. JM falters in second team is showing signs of life. Mayo’s trio of six-footers The Rockets, who won just half against Winona Lauren Ulsh, Rachael Doll Winona pulled away in the a combined two games the and Anna previous two years, won for second half to a 49-42 win over Lundquist John Marshall in a Big Nine the second time in three combined for games on Friday. This time it Conference girls basketball 47 points and game Friday at the JM gym. was in a rout as the Rockets 31 rebounds, blasted Winona 81-58. as the Spar- The Rockets and Winhawks JM moved to 2-4 in the Big Century’s Carter Evans tans had their were tied at halftime, 23-23. Nine Conference and 3-8 over- goes in for a layup dur- way inside. But the second half belonged all. Winona is 3-3, 5-6. ing a Big Nine Conference to Winona, which snapped a Mayo won four-game losing skid. “Our kids came out strong boys basketball game its second right out of the box tonight,” against Austin on Friday straight and Winona improved to 3-8 JM coach Richard Cain said. at Century. Lundquist improved to overall and 3-3 in the Big “They played with intensity 9-4 overall Nine. JM dropped its second right away. They were aggres- and 6-1 in the conference. straight and is 5-9 overall, 2-5 21, Alex Fidler 9. in the conference. sive and stayed with it; I felt Other stats: Reid Hathaway 13 re- Mankato West is 4-12, 3-5 in like they had great game bounds. the conference. “Winona played hard and preparation this week.” MANKATO WEST (60) “Our outside shooting wasn’t forced us into some situa- JM got its biggest game Josh Athey 12, Carter Burmeister 5, Nick the best but we were able to tions we weren’t comfortable from guard John Mattison. Herwig 6, Alex Knutson 8, Kennedy Maker 5, capitalize on the boards,” said in,” JM coach Terry Heider- The junior had 27 points and Austin Majeskie 16, Ian Schwickert 8. Mayo coach Angie Meister. scheit explained. “We need held Winona star shooter Will Other stats: “We really focused on our to play more Halftime: MW 24, MAYO 23. Leaf to zero points. inside game and were able to consistent Free throws: MAYO 13-16, MW 13-16. fundamental “We went into this game get the three inside players in Three-point goals: MAYO 5 (Fidler 3, Penz basketball if with the attitude that we can’t double digits.” 2), MW 3 (Athey 2, Maker 1). we are going lose games like we did last Mayo had just a five-point to win consis- year,” Matti- lead at halftime and the Scar- tently.” son said. Packers top Century lets were never far out of it, “My team- Austin used a disciplined Meister noted. The Spartans Two Eighth- mates played Photos by Scott Jacobson / [email protected] approach to push past fellow finished with a 36-27 rebound- graders led great.” Big Nine Conference power ing edge. JM, center Century’s Kevale Taylor slices through the Austin de- Jamie Ruden JM led Century 59-52 on Friday. fense during a Big Nine Conference boys basketball Cara Christianson scored 17 led with 11 42-27 at inter- Century trailed 23-19 at Fautsch game at Century on Friday. to lead West and she hit some points and mission. halftime. Austin quickly then key shots at the end to keep five rebounds, and guard The Rock- scored the first eight points of it close. K-M got two made free the second half and held on Nicole Fautsch with 10 points ets also got throws from Chad Aaker in Mayo struggles Mayo plays at Faribault on and five rebounds. 12 points from there. the final two seconds to knock Tuesday. JM has a non-conference from Deonte against West The loss dropped the Hermansen off the Eagles. Mayo 57, Mankato West 48 game at 12:30 p.m. Saturday M o o r e , 1 0 MANKATO WEST — Mayo Panthers to 4-2 in the confer- against visiting Edina (13-0), from Ngor Barnaba and nine It moved it to 3-1 in the HVL played likely its worst game ence and 10-3 overall. MANKATO WEST (48) Lexi Schoper 4, Kenzie Franke 8, Maddy which is ranked No. 2 in Class from Christian Hermansen. and 9-4 overall. Lourdes is 2-4, of the year and paid for it. Austin is 5-1, 8-2. 8-6. Burandt 4, Anna Crooker 2, Malorie Veroeven AAAA. Winona was paced by Skyler The Spartans, who had Austin got 18 points from 7, Jessica Goerger 2, Cara Christiansen 17, Marks and Drew Thompson, “(K-M) made one more played well recently only to Joe Aase and 15 from Tom Lauren Resner 4. Winona 49, John Marshall 42 each with 15 points. play than we did,” Lourdes have few wins to show for it, Aase. MAYO (57) WINONA (49) coach Jim Daly said. “They Anna Lundquist 10, Laura Henderson 2, Anna Eddy 2, Haley Schultz 5, Ciara Mor- John Marshall 81, Winona 58 fell Friday 60-58 to Mankato “They’re a tough combina- shot it well (17-for-28 from the West in Big Nine Conference Lauren Ulsh 18, Rachael Doll 19, Samantha comb 7, Makala Hansen 3, Ellen Blacklock 21, JOHN MARSHALL (81) tion,” Century coach Joe Ohm Miller 6, Shelby Stewart 2. Maggie Messmann 2, Audrey Scharmer 9. field). But we can play better action. said. Aaron Grad 9, Christian Hermansen 9, Riley defense than we did.” Other stats: Doll 13 rebounds; Lundquist JOHN MARSHALL (42) Amy 6, Deonte Moore 12, John Mattison The Scarlets got the win Century was led by Ater 11 rebounds; Ulsh 7 rebounds. Katelyn Rushton 8, Nicole Fautsch 10, Kalli 27, Kadri Plott 4, Janek Walker 0, Kyle Goss- K-M was led by Aaker’s 11 despite being without its top Halftime: MAYO 29, MW 24. Fautsch 2, Megan Byrne 2, Jamie Ruden 11, man 0, John Underdahl 2, Kyle Dahlstrom Manyang and Carter Evans, points. Matt Thompson and player, Dan Wills. each with 17 points and 10 Free throws: MW 13-18, MAYO 8-17. Megan Haynes 4, Allison Radke 0, Allyson 2, Mike Bosshart 0, Jeylin Smith 0, Ngor Nate Bauer each added 10. Three-point goals: MW 3 (Franke 2, Vero- Sherden 5. Barnaba 10. “It was awful,” said Mayo rebounds. even 1), MAYO 1 (Miller 1). Other stats: Rushton 5 rebounds, 4 steals; WINONA (58) Lourdes was paced by soph- coach, whose team has lost Kevale Taylor was held to Haynes 5 rebounds; Ruden 5 rebounds; N. Hunter Gamoke 6, Drew Thompson 15, omore center Jacob Schaefer’s six of its last seven games and seven points. Fautsch 5 rebounds. Trae Cierzan 3, Blake Watts 0, Hunter Kruse 31 points. four straight. “We missed a lot Halftime: JM 23, WIN 23. “Austin did a nice job of Panthers start fast 1, Will Leaf 0, Skyler Marks 15, Jeff Schultz Kyle Kapraun had 12. Mark of (close shots), had unforced Free throws: WIN 13-28, JM 14-19. 11, Dylan Moger 1, Dan Schwartz 6. knowing where Kevale was at but fall to Packers Three-point goals: WIN 2 (Schultz, Han- Pagel was held to two. errors down the stretch, were all time,” Ohm said. Halftime: JM 42, WIN 27. stagnant on offense, and lost AUSTIN — Rochester sen), JM 0. Free throws: JM 12-16, WIN 11-17. Kasson-Mantorville 57, Lourdes 56 to a young West team that Austin 59, Century 52 Century got off to a hot start Three-point goals: JM 5 (Hermansen KASSON-MANTORVILLE (57) 1, Amy 2, Mattison 2), WIN 3 (Gamoke 2, scratched and clawed. It was AUSTIN (59) but flamed out in the end in K-M tops Lourdes, Cierzan 1). Grant Starkey 6, Layton Mikkalson 0, Nate one of the hardest losses I’ve Goliath Oboyo 6, Nathan Schwab 2, Zach a 51-49 loss to Austin in a Big Bauer 10, Sam Remine 0, Peter Schwar 0, Vierkandt 0, Bret Lukes 5, Zach Wessels 10, Nine Conference girls basket- Charlie Oertli 0, Ed Remine 0, Matt Thomp- ever been through.” goes to 15-0 Joe Aase 18, Tom Aase 15, Ryan Larson 0, ball game Friday night. K-M sneaks son 10, Joey Hyde 0, Chad Aaker 11, Drake Mayo (3-3 Big Nine, 4-8 over- Collin Weisert 3. KASSON — Struggling Matuska 4, Cole Nielsen 0, Kyle Peters-Kruger all) did get a big statistical Other stats: T. Aase 4 steals, J. Aase 5 Century bolted to a 7-0 lead Lourdes was no match for 0, Josh Murphy 8, Brady Wright 0, Griffin game from forward Ian Reid steals. to open the game, but the unbeaten Kasson-Mantorville past Lourdes Reed 8, Jake Huntley 0. Kasson-Mantorville is Hathaway. CENTURY (52) Panthers ran into foul trouble in a Hiawatha Valley League LOURDES (56) and it quickly went the other quickly showing itself to The senior scored 21 points Ater Manyang 17, Steven Henderson 1, Ja- girls basketball game Friday James Randle 0, John Bigler 0, Sean mial Brown 0, Matt Buettner 8, Alex Crawford direction. Austin led 28-16 be the team to beat in the and grabbed 13 rebounds. night, cruising to a 76-52 win. Griffin 9, Michael Dearani 0, Alex Glynn 0, Kevale Taylor 7, Trevor Priestly 0, Chandler by halftime and never relin- Hiawatha Valley League Gold 2, Derek Weinshenk 0, Michael Brandt 0, K-M, ranked No. 9 in Class West (2-4, 4-8) was led by Fritcher 2, Carter Evans 17. quished the lead. Division. Jacob Schaefer 31, Ethan Plager 0, Mark Austin Majeskie with 16 Other stats: Evans 10 rebounds, Manyang AAA this week, improved Pagel 2, Kyle Kapraun 12, Jordan Lemanski Century dipped to 8-6 over- to 15-0 and 4-0 in the HVL The KoMets picked up their points. 10 rebounds, Taylor 3 steals. 0, Andre Stewart 0, Christopher Kehoe 0, Halftime: AUST 23, CENT 19. all with its second straight Gold. Lourdes lost its seventh second big win in a week, this Dan Sloan 0. Mankato West 60, Mayo 58 Free throws: AUST 13-21, CENT 7-11. loss, and 5-2 in the Big Nine. straight and is 3-11, 0-5 in the time beating Lourdes 57-56 at Halftime: LOUR 35, K-M 34. MAYO (58) Three-point goals: AUST 4 (J. Aase 2, It snapped a five-game division. Alumni Hall. On Tuesday it Free throws: K-M 8-15, LOUR 23-33. Maurice Cain 10, Zach Rhodes 2, Tywan Lukes 1, Weisert 1), CENT 3 (Buettner 2, conference win streak for the beat powerful Hayfield. Three-point goals: K-M 5, LOUR 1. Collins 4, Nate Penz 12, Ian Reid Hathaway Taylor 1). “We tried to run with them Panthers. Austin won its sixth and did not work,” said straight, improving to 7-6 over- Lourdes coach Myron Glass. all and 4-3 in the Big Nine. “They got up at half (47-24) HIGH SCHOOL STANDINGS “We got into foul trouble with their right away and that hurt us,” Winona Cotter 70, Byron 65 press and BOYS HOCKEY GIRLS HOCKEY GIRLS BASKETBALL West Salem, Wis. 51, La Crescent 38 said Century coach Chris Sten- running.” BIG NINE CONFERENCE BIG NINE CONFERENCE BIG NINE CONFERENCE SATURDAY, JAN. 14 zel. “We had two girls with K-M junior Conf. Overall Conf. Overall Conf Overall Blue Earth Area at Hayfield three fouls at halftime.” center Erin W-L-T Pts. W-L-T W-L-T Pts. W-L-T W L W L THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Stenzel said Austin owned Schlotthauer Rochester Century .....7-1-0 14 11-4-1 Rochester Mayo# ...... 9-0-1 21 13-4-1 Mankato East ...... 6 0 10 2 Conf Overall the rebounding edge in the was a force Albert Lea# ...... 6-2-0 14 8-6-1 Mankato East ...... 9-1-1 19 13-3-1 Mayo ...... 6 1 9 4 W L W L first half. “We got one shot with 21 Rochester Mayo# ...... 5-1-0 12 8-5-0 Rochester JM/Lourdes ..8-3-0 16 10-8-0 Century ...... 5 2 8 6 Dover-Eyota ...... 9 1 12 3 each time down the floor, and points and Owatonna# ...... 5-3-0 12 8-6-2 Owatonna ...... 6-4-0 12 7-9-0 Owatonna ...... 5 3 8 4 Southland ...... 7 1 11 1 Austin ...... 4 3 7 6 they got multiple shots,” he 12 rebounds. Rochester JM# ...... 5-3-0 12 6-8-1 Winona ...... 6-5-0 12 7-7-0 Caledonia ...... 8 2 11 4 Holly Peter- Mankato West ...... 5-5-0 10 7-8-1 Winona ...... 3 3 3 8 Chatfield ...... 7 2 10 4 said. Rochester Century ...... 5-5-0 10 9-8-0 son scored Buck Faribault ...... 2-5-0 4 3-10-0 Austin ...... 4-7-0 8 7-11-0 Mankato West ...... 3 5 4 12 Kingsland ...... 4 5 8 7 Another big factor in a close John Marshall ...... 2 5 5 9 14, and Kaia Mankato East ...... 1-5-0 2 3-12-0 Albert Lea ...... 4-8-0 8 4-15-0 Lewiston-Altura ...... 4 5 8 7 game was Austin’s 11-5 scoring Albert Lea ...... 1 6 2 12 Winona ...... 1-6-0 2 3-10-0 Faribault ...... 2-10-0 4 2-16-0 Plainview-Elgin-Millville ..4 5 6 7 edge at the free throw line. Buck had six assists with eight Faribault ...... 0 7 0 13 Austin ...... 0-6-0 0 3-11-0 Mankato West ...... 0-10-0 2 3-13-0 Rushford-Peterson ...... 2 8 4 11 The Packers points. FRIDAY, JAN. 13 St. Charles ...... 2 8 4 12 # — 4-point win(s) # — 4-point wins For Lourdes, senior guard Winona 49, John Marshall 42 Wabasha-Kellogg ...... 0 10 0 15 attempted * — non-conference game * — non-conference game Stephanie Helt had 16 points. Mayo 57, Mankato West 48 FRIDAY, JAN. 13 16 more free SATURDAY, JAN. 14 SATURDAY, JAN. 14 Century at Mayo Mankato East 61, Owatonna 58 Plainview-Elgin-Millville 47, Fillmore throws. Lourdes is already missing Mayo at Century John Marshall at Austin Albert Lea 61,Faribault 56 Central 15 two starters with injuries, and Austin at JM/Lourdes Morgan TUESDAY, JAN. 17 Austin 51, Century 49 Caledonia 44, Rushford-Peterson 38 two more players were unable Mankato East at Faribault Hartman Century at Owatonna SATURDAY, JAN. 14 Southland 77, Kingsland 35 to play Friday, Gabby Hansen Mankato West at Owatonna made five Albert Lea at Austin Edina at John Marshall Chatfield 85, Wabasha-Kellogg 57 with a head injury, and Rachel MONDAY, JAN. 16 three-point- *Luverne at Mankato East TUESDAY, JAN. 17 MONDAY, JAN. 16 Sobiesk with a cut in her eye, *Austin at Northfield ers and Mankato East at Mankato West Chatfield at Kasson-Mantorville according to Glass. AREA INDEPENDENTS TUESDAY, JAN. 17 Albert Lea at Century Schaeffer Academy at Wabasha-Kellogg scored 22 to Austin at Albert Lea Austin at Winona “The good news is we might W-L-T SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE lead Century. Rochester Lourdes ...... 11-4-0 Owatonna at Faribault Owatonna at John Marshall Hartman Freshman be getting (Betsey) Daly and Century at Mankato West Mayo at Faribault East Division (Hannah) Anderson back in a Dodge County ...... 1-11-0 Conf Overall guard Kanani week or two,” Glass said. SATURDAY, JAN. 14 AREA INDEPENDENT HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE W L W L Asuncion scored four, 12 Eau Claire (Wis.) Memorial at Lourdes W-L-T Gold Division Spring Grove ...... 9 0 14 2 below her average, as Austin Lourdes starts a stretch of Richfield at Dodge County Dodge County ...... 13-5-0 Conf Overall Lanesboro ...... 7 2 8 6 guarded her closely with a five straight home games next THURSDAY, JAN. 19 W L W L FRIDAY, JAN. 13 Mabel-Canton ...... 3 6 3 10 box-and-one defense. Friday against La Crescent. St. Paul Highland Park at Dodge County Kasson-Mantorville .....4 0 15 0 Hope Lutheran ...... 2 6 2 6 St. Peter at Dodge County SATURDAY, JAN. 21 Winona Cotter ...... 4 0 7 6 Houston ...... 2 6 3 10 For Austin, Babye Oja Kasson-Mantorville 76, Lourdes 52 TUESDAY, JAN. 17 Lourdes at Chanhassen Stewartville ...... 3 0 10 4 scored 18 points and Taylor LOURDES (52) St. Paul Highland Park at Dodge County West Division Austin at Dodge County Byron ...... 2 3 9 5 LeRoy-Ostrander ...... 8 1 11 4 Lady added 12. Stephanie Helt 16, Becca Mehling 3, Emily SATURDAY, JAN. 21 Hayfield ...... 1 3 6 9 Lyle/Austin Pacelli ...... 7 2 9 3 Glynn 4, Alyssa Nelson 7, Anna Branstad 3, Owatonna at Dodge County “What we need is girls who Annabelle Paulik 2, Jessie Alexander 5, Jennifer MISSOTA CONFERENCE La Crescent ...... 0 3 3 12 Grand Meadow ...... 4 5 7 8 Conf. Overall Lourdes ...... 0 5 3 11 are going to step up and want Rahman 0, Sara Hobday 8, Karrie Virgin 2, MISSOTA CONFERENCE Schaeffer Academy ....2 7 3 9 Grace Dearani 2. W-L-T W-L-T Blue Division Glenville-Emmons ...... 0 9 0 11 to shoot the basketball,” Sten- Conf. Overall Other stats: Alexander 7 rebounds, Hobday Chanhassen ...... 5-0-0 9-2-0 Pine Island ...... 3 0 16 0 Note: Games between East and West zel said. W-L-T W-L-T 5 rebounds; Helt 2 steals; Dearani 2. Acad. Holy Angels ...... 4-1-0 4-10-0 Goodhue ...... 3 1 13 2 division teams are conference games. Chaska/Chanhassen ...... 6-0-1 13-4-1 Century’s next game is Tues- KASSON-MANTORVILLE (76) Red Wing ...... 4-2-0 7-6-0 Kenyon-Wanamingo ...2 1 11 3 FRIDAY, JAN. 13 Red Wing ...... 6-1-0 12-5-1 day at home against Albert Holly Peterson 14, Autumn Ehlke 2, Abby New Prague ...... 4-3-0 7-7-1 Lake City ...... 2 2 6 7 Spring Grove 67, LeRoy-Ostrander 32 New Prague ...... 3-3-0 8-10-0 Lea. Manitz 9, Cori Kennedy 9, Abbey Lacey 13, Farmington ...... 2-2-1 5-6-2 Zumbrota-Mazeppa ....2 2 6 8 Lanesboro 54, Glenville-Emmons 16 Shakopee ...... 4-3-1 8-11-1 Toni Kennedy 0, Kaia Buck 8, Marissa Rahlf Northfield ...... 1-4-1 8-7-1 Cannon Falls ...... 0 3 1 12 Lyle/Pacelli 49, Hope Lutheran 25 Austin 51, Century 49 2, Erin Schlotthauer 21, Kailyn Wigham 0, Farmington ...... 3-4-0 7-11-0 Shakopee ...... 1-4-0 3-12-1 Triton ...... 0 3 4 9 Grand Meadow 64, Mabel-Canton 38 CENTURY (49) Kaliegh Thomas 0. Northfield ...... 2-6-0 7-10-1 Chaska ...... 0-5-0 2-12-0 Note: Games between Blue and Gold Houston 57, Schaeffer Academy 18 Alyssa Lewis 3, Kanani Asuncion 4, Myesha Other stats: Schlotthauer 12 rebounds; * — non-conference games Holy Angels ...... 0-7-0 2-17-0 teams are not conference games. TUESDAY, JAN. 17 Caldwell 7, Alice Zumbrunnen 4, Morgan Hart- Thomas 7 rebounds; Buck 6 assists, 4 steals. SATURDAY, JAN. 14 * — non-conference game FRIDAY, JAN. 13 Grand Meadow at Hope Lutheran man 22, Samantha Mauer 2, Bethany Schultz Halftime: K-M 47, LOUR 24. *Simley at Farmington FRIDAY, JAN. 13 Goodhue 64, Lake City 39 Lanesboro at Houston 1, Alecia Kupfer 6. Free throws: LOUR 18-27, K-M 20-27. *New Ulm at Chanhassen New Prague at Farmington Stewartville 53, Hayfield 33 Spring Grove at Mabel-Canton AUSTIN (51) Three-point goals: LOUR 5 (Helt 1, Glynn *Holy Angels at Minnetonka MONDAY, JAN. 16 Kasson-Mantorville 76, Lourdes 52 Lyle/Pacelli at Le Roy-Ostrander Babaye Oja 18, Jenna Svoboda 6, Marwa 1, Nelson 2, Branstad 1), K-M 4 (Peterson 3, *Bloomington •••••••• Kennedy at Chaska *Austin at Northfield Pine Island 55, Cannon Falls 24 Glenville-Emmons at Schaeffer Omot 2, Merideth Fritz 4, Stephanie Justice Cori Kennedy 1). , POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2012 D5

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GIRLS HOCKEY Comeback kids do it again as Mayo tops Century

Post-Bulletin staff Rochester Mayo played a common refrain in beat- ing Century 2-1 in overtime in a Big Nine Conference girls hockey game Saturday afternoon at the Recreation Center. Mayo’s Sara Brakke scored her second goal of the game early in the extra period to lift the Spartans, who have made a habit of coming from behind. “I think we have been behind in at least half our games this season and we almost always manage to find a way to come back and win,” said Mayo coach Jeff Phil- lips. Mayo waited until just 28 seconds remained in regula- tion to score its first goal and force the overtime. The Spar- tans pulled their goalie to gain an extra attacker, and Brakke scored on a pass from Ashley Weber and Emily Nelson. Weber and Nelson also got assists on Brakke’s game- winning goal in overtime. “Sara was the hero of the game,” Phillips said. Jerry Olson / [email protected] Mayo improved to 14-4-1 John Marshall’s Hannah Nelson battles Chloe Summer- overall and 10-0-1 in the Jerry Olson / [email protected] field of Austin on Saturday at the Recreation Center. conference and hasn’t lost in Mayo defensive player Stephanie Stettler clears the puck from in front of the net its last six games. Century is during Saturday’s overtime win over Century at the Recreation Center. 9-9, 5-6 in the Big Nine. “Obviously we’re very proud and certainly motivates the John how all the girls skated,” said girls coming down the home Marshall stretch.” Century coach Dan Maidl. goalie Mia “To be 28 seconds away from JM/Lourdes improved to Bruesewitz beating the top team in the 11-9-0 overall and 9-3-0 in the makes a conference and have it slip conference. Austin is 7-12, 4-8 save on away hurts, but our girls are in the Big Nine. going to build on this perfor- a shot Mia Bruesewitz was busy mance. by Carley in goal for JM/Lourdes with Grunewald. “They felt very good about 20 saves. their effort.” “The line of Blair Lebeck, Jerry Olson / Century opened the scor- jolson@post- ing in the second period when Kate Valentine, and Laura bulletin.com Jessie Aney converted a pass Meillier scored six points and from her sister Katherine was impressive; they are our Aney. hardest working line and it was nice to see them put the Both coaches said they were puck in the net for us.” happy with their goaltending. JM/Lourdes has a non- Century’s Abby Cunningham Jerry Olson / [email protected] made 23 saves, and Mayo’s conference game Tuesday at Century’s Katherine Aney has control of the puck but Rebecca Graham had 15. River Falls, Wis. Austin: Kennedy Thompson 1 goal, 1 assist; goal, 2 assists; Samantha Macken 1 goal, 2 most of the Mayo team is in hot pursuit Saturday. Carley Grunewald 1 goal; Abby Gallaher 1 assists; Nicole Nelson 1 assist; Laura Meillier “I have to also give a lot of John Marshall/Lourdes 5, Austin 2 credit to Kali Aldrich who I assist. Goalie: Allison Hoban 26 saves. 1 goal; Savannah Seeger 1 goal; Kathleen Mayo: Sara Brakke 2 goals; Ashley Weber Austin ...... 0 1 1 — 2 Valentine 2 assists; Tori Thompson 1 goal. sent back on defense,” Phil- at the Rochester Recreation John Marshall/Lourdes: Blair Lebeck 1 2 assists; Emily Nelson 2 assists. Rebecca Gra- Center. JMLourdes ...... 0 3 2 — 5 Goalie: Mia Bruesewitz 20 saves. lips noted. “She hasn’t played ham 15 saves. a second of defense all year Century: Jessica Aney 1 goal; Katherine JM/Lourdes scored three and went out and played very Aney 1 assist. Goalie: Abby Cunningham goals in the second period well back there and allowed 23 saves. after the teams skated to a 0-0 us to get the job done.” Five score for JM/ tie in the first. Century plays at Mankato “We were strong in all areas Read What Your Neighbors West on Tuesday. Mayo is Lourdes in win of the game today,” said JM/ home Thursday against Lourdes coach Bob Montrose. Winona. Five different players scored “It was a nice win and a goals for John Marshall/ Mayo 2, Century 1, OT great overall team effort. Are Saying... Mayo ...... 0 0 1 1 — 2 Lourdes and the Rockets beat It keeps us close to the top Century ...... 0 1 0 0 — 1 Austin 5-2 in a game Saturday in the Big Nine Conference

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HIGH SCHOOL BOYS HOCKEY SNOWMOBILING JM, Mayo move back into tie for 1st Some adventurous the final minutes to but this week the trips for snowmobilers Rockets, Spartans blow make it 4-1. Minnesota State High Jacob Garvey stopped School League changed By Tammy Nevala 12 feet wide and will probably past Big Nine opponents 18 shots to earn the win its rules to make any [email protected] 285-7721 be the smoothest trails you for the Rockets (7-3-0 head contact, boarding will ever ride. Another bonus Most of us in southern Post-Bulletin staff (507) 281-7430 Big Nine, 8-8-1 overall). or checking from behind is you are lucky to meet others Minnesota know what to Albert Lea dropped to penalty an automatic on the trail, so it feels like you Rochester John Marshall didn’t have expect when we go out for a 7-3-0, 9-7-1. five-minute major. have the place to yourself. If a shot on goal as the halfway point of Saturday ride close to home. Mayo assistant coach you like the wilderness and the first period drew near on Thursday The victory lifts JM There will be ditches, crossing night. into a three-way tie for Todd Huyber said, after want to put on some miles, you killing those penalties, driveways and roads, corn- From that point on, though, the Rock- first place in the Big might like a trip like this. Garvey the Spartans came out Hansen fields, winding trails through ets got going and earned a hard-fought Nine with Albert Lea If that doesn’t sound fun, you and had a really strong the woods, crossings creeks Big Nine Conference and Rochester Mayo. could go to Wyoming and ride third period. and lakes, and if you are boys hockey game The Rockets and Spartans are scheduled lucky the bluffs and valleys. in the deep powder. There are against Albert Lea, 4-1, to meet for a third time this season at 3 Goalie Case Hansen stopped 21 shots It is scenic and beautiful and charter trips available that at the Rochester Recre- p.m. Saturday at the Rec Center. to earn the shutout for you have a chance to see some do the driving for you. Your Mayo (7-1-0 Big Nine, ation Center. JM 4, Albert Lea 1 wild life. snowmobile gets loaded onto 10-5-0 overall). a semi-trailer and you board JM outshot Albert Albert Lea: Levi Hacker 1 goal; Adam Herbst 1 assist; If you are adventurous or Lea, 35-19 in the game, Griffin Wangen 31 saves. Junior forward Adam looking for something differ- a bus and enjoy the ride with including 18-3 in the JM: Alex Lovett 2 goals; Hunter Heightland 1 goal, 1 as- Alcott led the Spartans’ ent or a change in scenery, you fellow snowmobilers. Your sist; Jason Macken 2 assists; Sam Broman 2 assists; Gavin offense with two goals lodging is prearranged and second period. Sandwick 1 goal, 1 assist; Alec McGinn 1 assist; Jacob could try riding the snow train and two assists, includ- for a backpacking adventure can include breakfast and “For the first five Garvey 18 saves. ing a short-handed goal dinner each day. minutes (Albert Lea) or go out west to the moun- Heightland in the third period. tains in Wyoming for some Now the views in the moun- bottled us up,” JM coach Ryan Martin had three Jay Ness said, “but we Mayo earns ‘special’ win deep powder riding. tains are spectacular but the Rochester Mayo’s specialty teams assists and Max Whit- riding is challenging and you made some adjustments and after that ney had a goal and an Most people would say, what lifted the Spartans to a 6-0 Big Nine Whitney usually don’t go very far. It is we played very well. It was a good, solid assist. is the snow train? Well, it is a effort on both ends.” Conference boys hockey victory at train you catch in Sioux Saint recommended that you carry Winona on Thursday. Marcus Nordstrom, Tommy Fjelsted Marie. Your snowmobile is a shovel as you will probably In the second period, JM’s Jason and Jack Dingle had one goal each, and get stuck and it can take a The Spartans scored four specialty loaded onto a cargo car and Macken fed Hunter Heightland for Will Holtan had one assist. while to get dug out, which is the first goal of the game. The score teams goals — three on power plays and you board a passenger car, Mayo is back in action at 3 p.m. Satur- why you don’t go very far. How remained 1-0 after two, but a power-play one short-handed — but it was Mayo’s then take about a seven-hour day against Rochester John Marshall at often does one get really stuck goal by Alex Lovett early in the third penalty-killers who drew the biggest trip into Canada. Then you are the Rochester Recreation Center. in Minnesota? turned out to be the game winner and pats on the back. unloaded and off you go. This To enjoy this kind of riding, gave JM a 2-0 lead. The newly implemented changes to Mayo 6, Winona 0 is for serious snowmobilers as you put on an average of 200 you must be adventurous and Levi Hacker answered for Albert Lea, checking rules caused the Spartans to Mayo: Adam Alcott 2 goals, 2 assists; Ryan Martin 3 assists; Max Whitney 1 goal, 1 assist; Marcus Nordstrom 1 goal; Will to 300 miles a day, five days up for a challenge. If you are but Lovett scored again at about the have to kill off three five-minute majors, Holtan 1 assist; Tommy Fjelsted 1 goal; Jack Dingle 1 goal; in a row. interested in seeing if you can 10-minute mark to make it 3-1 JM. Gavin all for contact to the head. That was Case Hansen 21 saves. get the highest mark on the Sandwick added an empty-net goal in formerly a two-minute minor penalty, Winona: no stats. You are in the bush up there. It is about 100 miles mountain side or like to play between fuel, food and lodging in deep powder, a trip like stops so you have to carefully this would be one to try. HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS HOCKEY plan your trip and must be If you are looking for some- prepared. Running out of gas thing new to try, these are or breaking down is not recom- just two of the many options Laures’ three assists lead Spartans past Winona mended. It is scenic and beau- open to snowmobilers. You tiful and you can also expect just need to do some research the third to win the game and like a loss to to see moose and wolves along and planning, grab a buddy or Panthers suffer played tight defense.” our team.” East tops Century the way. The trails are at least two and get out and go! Phillips said the line with JM/L had MANKATO — Mankato setback to East Laures, Mewhorter and Beth a 2-0 lead East scored three goals in Gibson “really clicked”. in the third the second period to defeat Century 5-2 in Big Nine Post-Bulletin staff (507) 285-7724 “They had a really nice period. Snow Report Seventh- Conference girls hockey on Gabby Laures set up three passing play for a goal to win Thursday. DOWNHILL SKIING powder. 100 percent open for skiing, goals and Olivia Mewhorter the game,” he said. g r a d e r snowboarding and snow tubing. www. scored two to lead Roches- B r o o k l y n The Cougars held a 1-0 Afton Alps (Hastings ) — 18-36- Mayo’s next game is Satur- inch base; 1-plus inches new snow wildmountain.com ter Mayo to a Birdseye lead after one period before day afternoon at Mound outscoring Century 3-1 in the last 7 days. Making snow. Open for Giants Ridge (Biwabik) — 24-48- 4-3 win over Westonka. scored her first varsity Meyers pivotal second period. skiing and snowboarding. www.af- inch base. 3 inches new snow last 7 Winona in tonalps.com days. 100 percent open. Done with a Big Nine Mayo 4, Winona 3 goal in the “We had some quality scor- Winona ...... 0 2 1 — 3 snowmaking. Tubing open. www. Conference second period for the Rock- ing chances in the first period Buck Hill (Burnsville) — 12-42-inch Mayo ...... 2 1 1 — 4 base. 1.5-inch new snow last 7 days. giantsridge.com. girls hockey ets and Nicole Nelson scored that didn’t Winona: Scoring not provided. Goalie: Making snow. www.buckhill.com Lutsen Mountains (Lutsen) — game Thurs- Lindsey Cafferty 27 saves. early in the third. Albert Lea go our way Coffee Mill Ski Area (Wabasha) 18-36-inch base. 6 inches new snow d a y n i g h t Mayo: Olivia Mewhorter 2 goals; Steph then rallied for a pair of goals and Mankato to tie the game. East capi- — 6-24-inch base. 2 of 3 lifts, 3 of 14 last 7 days. Making snow. Open daily; at Graham Stettler 1 goal; Ashley Weber 1 goal; Gabby 3 mountains, 54 runs, 7 lifts. www. Arena. Laures 3 assists; Beth Gibson 1 assist; Goalie: Erin Meyers took the loss, talized on trails open. www.coffeemillski.com Rebecca Graham 15 saves. lutsen.com. Mewhorter recording 27 saves. theirs, leav- Mount Kato (Mankato) — 26-42- Spirit Mountain (Duluth) — 12- scored the “It was nice to see Brooklyn ing us to play inch base. 100 percent open for skiing, Laures snowboarding and snow tubing. www. 24-inch base. 2 inches new snow last game-winner JM/Lourdes settles for Birdseye score,” Montrose said. catchup,” Century mountkato.com 7 days. Making snow. Open daily at 9 in the third period to break “She might be the smartest a.m. www.spiritmt.com a 3-3 tie, with Laures on the tie with Albert Lea player on the ice and her good coach Dan Welch Village (Welch) — 28-40- assist. ALBERT LEA — John decisions with the puck were Maidl said. inch base. 1 inch of new snow in last CROSS COUNTRY SKIING, seven days. Making snow, weather Marshall/Lourdes outshot rewarded with a nice goal.” Madeline Eischen Mayo stayed unbeaten in permitting. All runs open. www.welch- SNOWMOBILING the Big Nine at 11-0-1, and Albert Lea 47-29, but had to JM/L is now 11-9-1 and is Eischen and village.com At most state parks and trails, there 15-4-1 overall. settle for a 2-2 overtime tie bracing for difficult games. Katie Aney both scored goals is no snow, but they say to come out Wild Mountain (Taylors Falls) — The Spartans on Thursday “We have some tough games for Century. and hike where appropriate. in Big Nine 40-55-inch base. 2-plus inches new are unbeaten coming up and our girls are “East is a fast team with snow last 7 days. Making snow. Packed Sources: DNR, TCISAA in their last Conference going to need to find those some of the top skill players seven games. girls hockey. last few strides each and in the conference and they Winona is “On one every shift or we might be in played well. Our girls played 7-8, 6-6 in the hand a tie trouble,” Montrose said. hard to the final buzzer,” conference. is not such Maidl said. NEXT 3 GAMES “We got a bad thing JM/Lourdes 2, Albert Lea 2 off to a good consider- JM/Lourdes ...... 0 1 1 0 — 2 Mankato East 5, Century 2 FOR MINNESOTA TEAMS start tonight ing we had Albert Lea ...... 0 0 2 0 — 2 Century ...... 0 1 1 — 2 getting a 47 shots on John Marshall/Lourdes: Brooklyn Birdseye Mankato East ...... 1 3 1 — 5 Team Opponent Time TV Mewhorter 1 goal; Sam Macken 1 assist; Nicole Nelson Century: Allysa Dahl 1 assist; Jessica Aney three-goal goal,” Rock- Birdseye ICE HAWKS JUNIOR HOCKEY lead,” said ets coach Bob 1 goal; Shelby Greer 1 assist. Goalie: Erin 1 assist; Madeline Eischen 1 goal; Katie Aney Meyers 27 saves. 1 goal; Markayle Schears 1 assist Goalies: Today Edina Lakers 7:05 p.m. Mayo coach Jeff Phillips. “We Montrose said. “On the other Abby Cunningham 9 saves; Hannah Kautto Albert Lea: Taylor Thompson 1 goal; Anna Saturday Northern Lights 7:05 p.m. got into a little penalty trou- hand we were in a position Anderson 1 goal; Kelsey Thomas 1 assist; 4 saves; Kaitlyn Maidl 12 saves. ble in the second that cost us to win the game and had a Natasha Moyer 1 assist. Goalie: Katie Schwarz Mankato East: Goalie: Melany Anderson Sunday at Northern Lights 5:45 p.m. the lead. The girls rallied in stronger team. This tie feels 45 saves. 16 saves. MINNESOTA WILD Saturday Dallas 8 p.m. FS North Heroes and highlights Tuesday Colorado 8 p.m. NBC Spt. Net. Jan. 29 All-Star Game/Ottawa 3 p.m. NBC Spt. Net. Boys basketball four steals as Chatfield defeated Dover-Eyota 57-48. in the Big Nine. Bryan Halverson had 17 points for D-E. • Will Swiggum had 26 points and 14 rebounds • John Cima (50 freestyle, 100 freestyle) and Jason MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES and Aaron Leistikow added 20 points as St. Charles • Spencer Klevan had 18 points and 12 rebounds Tri (200 freestyle, 100 backstroke) both won two and Tanner Lange also had 18 points as Kingsland individual events and were on two winning relays Today at L.A. Clippers 9:30 p.m. ESPN topped Southland 67-53. Michael Goergen had 25 Saturday at Utah 8 p.m. points for Southland and tallied the 1,000th point of toppled Fillmore Central 69-48. Tyler Eickhoff had as Century defeated Albert Lea 89-69 to improve to his career in the second half. 16 points for Fillmore Central. 8-0, 7-0 in the Big Nine. Monday Houston 7 p.m. FS North • Travis Smith had 19 points and 16 rebounds as Girls basketball Wrestling Byron defeated Zumbrota-Mazeppa 58-32. UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEN’S HOCKEY •Natalie Kalmes tallied 25 points to lead Lewiston- • Mayo senior Justin Carr recorded a pin just Colorado College 7 p.m. FS North • Andrew Riedemann scored 18 points for Grand Altura past Wabasha-Kellogg 63-40. 9 seconds into his 195 pound match with Dover- Today Meadow in the Superlarks’ 62-61 non-conference win Eyota’s Noah Teed. Mayo won the non-conference Saturday Colorado College 5 p.m. FS North over visiting Randolph. Boys swimming & diving match, 45-28. Mayo also notched a 58-12 win over Jan. 27 St. Cloud 7 p.m. FS North • Matt Burfeind scored 20 points and grabbed • Junior Elliot Lynch (50 freestyle, 100 freestyle) Mankato West. seven rebounds for Lewiston-Altura as the Cardinals and sophomore Sam Jaeger (200 IM, 100 backstroke) UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WOMEN’S HOCKEY beat visiting Wabasha-Kellogg, 68-46. For W-K, both won two individual events to lead Mayo past Gymnastics Matt Meyer had a double-double with 15 points Faribault 92-89. Lynch was also on two winning relays. • Siera McNallan won the bars, beam and floor Today Bemidji State 6:07 p.m. and 12 rebounds. Senior Garrett Dow won the 200 freestyle and was exercise and the all-around (34.65) to lead Pine Island Saturday Bemidji State 4:07 p.m. • Nate Skare had 20 points, seven rebounds and on two winning relays to help Mayo improve to 7-0 past Caledonia 115.975 to 114.65. Jan. 27 at Minnesota Mankato 7:07 p.m. ADAPTED FLOOR HOCKEY LOCAL CALENDAR UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEN’S BASKETBALL Sunday Northwestern 3 p.m. BTN Jordan helps guide Raiders TODAY John Marshall at Henry Sibley Invita- Jan. 25 at Michigan State 7:30 p.m. BTN High School Boys Basketball tional, 9 a.m. Jan. 28 Illinois 7 p.m. BTN High School Boys Hockey Century at Mayo, 7:30 p.m. UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Hockey Day Rochester, John Marshall vs. to another big victory Austin at John Marshall, 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Nebraska 5 p.m. BTN Lourdes at La Crescent, 7:15 p.m. Mayo, at Recreation Center, 3 p.m. Post-Bulletin staff (507) 281-7430 offense, with Jan. 26 Wisconsin 7 p.m. Schaeffer Academy at Spring Grove, Lourdes at Chanhassen (Victoria Ice Ben Jordan had another four assists. Arena), 3 p.m. Jan. 29 Ohio State Noon BTN Patrick 7:15 p.m. big night and the Rochester High School Girls Basketball High School Girls Hockey Raiders adapted floor hockey Healey also UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WRESTLING Century at Mayo, 7:30 p.m. Hockey Day Rochester, Century vs. John team picked up another big had one Marshall/Lourdes, at Graham Arena, 7 Sunday Wisconsin Noon John Marshall at Austin, 7:30 p.m. victory. assist. p.m. Jan. 27 Michigan 7:30 p.m. La Crescent at Lourdes, 7:15 p.m. The Raiders topped St. W a d e Mayo at Mound-Westonka (Thaler Jan. 29 at Iowa 3 p.m. K u i p e r Spring Grove at Schaeffer Academy, Sports Center), 3 p.m. Paul Humboldt, 8-3, at Frie- 7:15 p.m. dell Middle School, as Jordan stopped 12 of Junior College Men’s Basketball SATURDAY led the way with five goals the 15 shots RCTC at Fergus Falls, 3 p.m. High School Boys Basketball The P-B’s Ben Pherson and Jason and an assist. Conor Jones he faced to Junior College Women’s Basketball Jordan John Marshall at Minnetonka, 6 p.m. chipped in two goals and two earn the win RCTC at Fergus Falls, 1 p.m. Feldman write a blog, “Faceoff.” Cannon Falls at Lourdes, 7:30 p.m. assists for Rochester and Kip in goal. Junior College Wrestling To find it, go to our website, High School Girls Basketball Dunn-Walker scored his first The Raiders are back in Minnesota/Iowa Quadrangular, at RCTC, goal as a Raider. action at 6 p.m. Jan. 26 against Mayo at Northfield, 7:30 p.m. 11 a.m. www.postbulletin.com, click Nicole Mock also was a big St. Paul Highland Park at Cannon Falls at Lourdes, 6 p.m. SUNDAY “Sports,” then “Faceoff blog.” High School Wrestling contributor•••••••• to the Raiders’ Friedell Middle School. (No local events scheduled). POST-BULLETIN MONDAY SportsFitness JANUARY 23, 2012 D

HOCKEY DAY ROCHESTER NFL PLAYOFFS Giants, Pats are super We have a rematch of Super Bowl XLVII McClatchy News Services It’s Super Bowl XLII, Part II. After spending most of this post- season beating teams that had beaten them, with Charles Bronson-like vengeance, the Giants will have to get used to a new role as they prepare to face the Patriots in Indianapolis in two weeks. Instead of being the wronged party looking for revenge, the Giants will find themselves facing a team that is trying to even a score. It was four years ago that the Giants somehow defeated the unbeaten (and believed to be unbeatable) Patri- ots, 17-14, in Super Bowl XLII. That scarred what would have been a perfect season for the Patriots, who were 18-0 at the time and looking to become football immortals. How deflating was that loss for the Patriots? The current postseason is the first in which they have won a game since the AFC Championship Game victory that put them in Super Bowl XLII. Now they’re back, after Sunday’s Ken Klotzbach / [email protected] 23-20 win over the Ravens. And they Mayo celebrates a second-period goal in Saturday’s game against John Marshall at the Recreation Center. The Spartans won 4-1. get to face the team that crushed their dreams the last time they made it this far. It was only this season that the teams met in a meaningful game for the first time since that Super Bowl, and once again, it was the Giants who New rules, big impact came away with a stunning victory. The teams traded the lead three times in the fourth quarter — just “We know it will probably be like this the as they did in Super Bowl XLII_and rest of the year, probably the rest of these Four major penalties the Giants won the game, 24-20, when Hockey Day guys’ high school careers,” JM coach Jay Ness. Eli Manning hit Jake Ballard with “They’re really taking big steps to try to elimi- called in Mayo-JM game The third annual Hockey Day Rochester a 1-yard touchdown pass with 15 nate the chance for injuries.” was held on Saturday, with two varsity games seconds remaining. The Giants had By Jason Feldman Mayo was 2-for-5 on its power play opportu- played at the Rochester Recreation Center. kept the game-winning drive alive with [email protected] • (507) 281-7430 nities; JM was 0-for-2 and got just one shot on a 38-yard catch by Ballard on third- Here are the winners of all of the Hockey Day goal during its five-minute power play in the and-10, and much was made of the play It didn’t take long for the Minnesota State third period. High School League’s new safety measures Rochester varsity games that have been played: being similar to the one that David “As soon as the new rules came about, we Tyree made in the Super Bowl. to make an impact on a boys hockey game in BOYS GIRLS knew it was going to affect the game for the Rochester. Page D3: Playoff roundup. 2012 : Mayo 4, JM 1 2012 : Century 7, rest of the season,” Mayo assistant coach Todd Rochester Mayo’s Ryan Martin scored two JM/Lourdes 1 Huyber said. “We spent a lot of time (in prac- goals on the same five-minute power play 2011 : Century 3, JM 2 tice) working on the penalty kill and power play. late in the second period Saturday during a 2010 : JM 4, Mayo 2 2011 : JM/Lourdes 2, Obviously it paid off with a couple of goals.” Super Bowl XLVI Mayo 2, tie Hockey Day Rochester game. The Spartans • The Rochester Century girls hockey New went on to a 4-1 victory against Rochester What: 2010 — JM/Lourdes 7, team earned its first Hockey Day Rochester York Giants John Marshall at the Rochester Recreation Century 1 victory with a 7-1 win against Rochester John Center. Marshall/Lourdes at the Rec Center. (12-7) vs. New England Patriots The goals, which were both scored by Ryan 10-minute misconduct penalty. The new checking rules also impacted this Martin just 1 minute, 4 seconds apart, came game, as JM/Lourdes was called for one five- (15-3). JM was called for three major penalties, Mayo on the Spartans first five-minute power play. minute major. Century scored five goals in the When: Sunday, They gave Mayo a 3-1 lead, after JM’s Matt for one. A total of 60 penalty minutes were third period, including three power play goals, Feb. 5. Broman was called for checking from behind. issued in the game. Late in the second period to break open a close game. Four of Century’s and early in the third, there was no 5-on-5 play seven goals in the game came on power plays. Where : Lucas Oil Stadium, Under rules changes implemented last Indianapolis. week, any checking from behind, boarding for a stretch of 10 minutes, 18 seconds. Katie Aney had a hat trick and two assists or contact to the head penalty results in a Teams around the state have quickly real- for the Panthers, while Jessie Aney had two Kickoff: 5:30 p.m. five-minute major penalty. A checking from ized that the rules changes could cause the goals and four assists. TV: NBC. behind call also results in an automatic game to be played and coached differently. Page D6: Hockey Day roundup. Odds: Pats by 3.

JOE PATERNO • 1926-2012

Paterno’s records As Penn State’s head coach There will never be another Joe Paterno for 46 seasons, Joe Paterno’s career record was 409-136-3. Associated Press the 46 seasons Paterno led the The 82-year-old Bowden was Bowden and Paterno became Snyder has spent 21 seasons There will never be another Nittany Lions. nudged into retirement two friends over the years partly with the Wildcats, but even 2 National years ago after 34 seasons at because, as they grew older, that was interrupted by a championships coaching career like Joe Pater- Coaches who come to define Florida State. Paterno was they could relate to each like three-year retirement when 1982, 1986 no’s. not just a team but a school, Hall of Famers such as Bear fired during a chaotic week few other coaches could. he hit a rough patch. His time at Penn State started 3 Big Ten Bryant, Tom Osborne, Bo in November after his former “We’d sit and talk and discuss After Paterno was fired, long before coaches were pull- championships Schembechler, Bobby Bowden defensive coordinator, Jerry a lot of NCAA questions,” Virginia Tech’s Frank Beamer ing down multimillion dollar 1994, 2005, 2008 and Paterno, seem to be going Sandusky, was charged with Bowden said. “Those were great became the longest-tenured salaries, before fire so-and-so. WINNINGEST DIV. I COACHES WINS the way of the wishbone. sexually abusing children. memories. My wife Ann and Sue coach working in the highest com web sites and win-now- (Paterno’s wife) got along real level of Division I football. Joe Paterno 409 or-else attitudes at programs “Look what’s happening,” He found out about Paterno’s good together too.” “College football will miss that have rarely contended for Bowden told The Associated death when he arrived home Eddie Robinson 408 Joe Paterno,” said Beamer, championships. Press on Sunday, hours after Sunday morning after coaching Bowden said he’d written a Bobby Bowden 377 Paterno died at the age of a charity game between former letter to Paterno “not too long who is 65 and has been leading No Division I coach won more 85. “Coaches getting fired in Florida State and Miami play- ago,” but hadn’t spoken with the Hokies since 1987. Bear Bryant 323 games (409) or had a longer run two years. Coaches making ers. Former Hurricanes coach him for some time. The next-longest continuous Pop Warner 319 at one school than Paterno. a million dollars here and Howard Schnellenberger, who With Schnellenberger’s tenure among current coaches It’s hard to fathom a coach they get $2 million and they retired from Florida Atlantic retirement, Kansas State’s belongs to 60-year-old Mack SOURCE: STATS LLC AP staying at a power program leave. They break a five-year after this past season at the 72-year-old Bill Snyder is the Brown, who has been at Texas such as Penn State for even contract. You’ve got unloyalty age of 77, was coaching the oldest active coach in major since 1998. 20 years these days, let alone at both ends.” Miami squad. college football. Page D2: Deserved better

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Local / Minnesota Sports Page edited by Jason Feldman, [email protected] HOCKEY DAY ROCHESTER Lourdes HOCKEY Martin makes his mark Wild shoot down Stars easily tops Associated Press Dallas led 2-1 after Larsen ST. PAUL — Cal Clutter- scored his first NHL goal at Mayo junior nets buck, Chad Rau and Kyle 11:03 of the second period. Chanhassen Brodziak scored goals during But Minnesota, which has hat trick in victory a 59-second span of the struggled to score the past Post-Bulletin staff second period, and Minne- six weeks, quickly changed By Jason Feldman After a week off to stew on sota topped Dallas. the momentum. [email protected] a frustrating loss, the Roch- Dany Heatley added a goal The scoring outburst was (507) 281-7430 ester Lourdes boys hockey and two assists, and Devin a welcome change for the team bounced back in a big Setoguchi also scored for Wild. Ryan Martin missed three way on Saturday. games late last month, Minnesota While Minnesota had the three games that Rochester Three Lourdes players (23-18-7), best record in the NHL in Mayo was able to win in his scored two goals each and 3-11-4 over early December, they have absence. the Eagles whipped Missota t h e p a s t had offensive troubles lately. Conference-leading Chan- 1 8 g a m e s . Over the previous 17 games, But the Spartans’ lineup hassen, 9-2, at the Victoria Josh Hard- the Wild had managed only wasn’t the same without the Ice Arena. ing made 22 28 goals (1.65 per game). forward in his usual place saves. alongside fellow juniors Adam No. 10-ranked Lourdes Wild 5, Stars 2 Alcott and Max Whitney on improved to 12-5-0 over- E r i c Dallas ...... 1 1 0 — 2 the team’s top line. all as the entire lineup N y s t r o m Minnesota ...... 0 4 1 — 5 put together a tremendous and Philip First Period — 1, Dallas, Nystrom 14 (Robidas, “He works hard; that whole Ken Klotzbach / [email protected] effort, a week after their L a r s e n Fiddler), 18:38. line works hard,” Mayo assis- Heatley Second Period — 2, Minnesota, Setoguchi 10 Mayo’s Ryan Martin (3) scores the second of his three most recent game, a 6-4 loss scored for tant coach Todd Huyber said. (Heatley, Prosser), 9:06 (pp). 3, Dallas, Larsen 1 goals as JM goalie Jacob Garvey dives to attempt to at home to Eau Claire (Wis.) the Stars (24-21-2), who are (Goligoski, Eriksson), 11:03. 4, Minnesota, Clutter- “He’s a waterbug. He’s tena- make the save Saturday at the Recreation Center. Memorial. 1-5-1 the last seven games. buck 12 (Cullen, Setoguchi), 13:37. 5, Minnesota, cious. He gets on pucks quickly Rau 1 (McMillan, Ortmeyer), 13:51. 6, Minnesota, Kari Lehtonen, who was and he has some skill. He can “They’re a good team, Brodziak 13 (Heatley, Spurgeon), 14:36. snipe the puck, too.” getting outshot 9-6 in the open- but we played really well,” pulled after giving up four Third Period — 7, Minnesota, Heatley 14 ing period. Lourdes coach Josh Spaniol second-period goals, made (W.Peters, Zanon), 1:29. Martin showed those skills P-B’s 3 Stars Shots on Goal — Dallas 11-7-7—25. Minnesota “We try to tell the guys to said. “We came out strong in 15 saves. Richard Bachman 5-14-7—26. Saturday afternoon at the the first and got four goals; I stopped six shots in the third Rochester Recreation Center. 1. Ryan Martin, Mayo : get in the right frame of mind Goalies — Dallas, Lehtonen, Bachman. Minne- The junior forward had right away to start the game,” don’t think we’ve done that period for the Stars. sota, Harding. A — 19,213 (18,064). T — 2:26. He recorded a hat trick and all year.” Mayo beat rival Roches- a hat trick, including the JM coach Jay Ness said. “Give credit to Mayo. We needed to Ben Weir, Griff Slightam ter John Marshall, 4-1, in a game-winning goal and BASKETBALL Hockey Day Rochester game. meet their intensity and make and Alex Funk scored twice Martin has six points in the two on power plays. plays. Mayo is a well-coached, each for Lourdes, which past two games and 10 points 2. Case Hansen, Mayo : good defensive team. To get outshot Chanhassen, 34-15. scoring chances, you have to Utah trips up Wolves in the past eight games, since Chanhassen entered the The junior goalie made 24 work harder, like we did in returning to the lineup. Mayo saves to earn his seventh game with a 12-2-0 record Associated Press eight rebounds, but shot 5 of has also won five of its past the second period. and a 7-0-0 mark in the SALT LAKE CITY — 21 from the field. six. victory of the season. “Now, if we can do that at Wissota Conference. Among the start of games ... “ the Storm’s 12 victories this Matched up against Kevin Jazz 108, Wolves 98 Alcott assisted on Martin’s 3. Adam Alcott, Mayo : MINNESOTA (98) Because of two majors called season are wins against Holy Love, Utah’s Paul Millsap first two goals. That included The junior forward had shot 6 of 7 in the final period Johnson 5-6 1-1 13, Love 5-21 4-7 15, Milicic a nice no-look, behind-the- against JM and one against Angels and Blake. 5-8 0-0 10, Rubio 5-12 6-6 17, Ridnour 3-8 assists on Martin’s first two to help the Jazz win 108-98 on 1-2 10, Williams 6-11 3-4 15, Ellington 4-6 1-1 back pass from the corner to Mayo in the third period, there But, Lourdes took it to goals. Saturday. 10, Pekovic 4-8 0-0 8, Tolliver 0-3 0-0 0. Totals Martin, who was cutting to the was only 3 minutes, 56 seconds them from the start. Landon 37-83 16-21 98. net. Martin corralled the pass of five-on-five play in the final Farrell, Jason Samuelson Ricky Rubio, who had 17 UTAH (108) and picked the top corner, far that got us going.” period. and Robby Campbell scored points and 11 assists, made Hayward 1-5 2-2 4, Millsap 12-18 2-2 26, Jef- once each for the Eagles. ferson 6-14 6-6 18, Harris 4-5 1-2 9, Bell 5-6 0-0 side, for a 1-0 Mayo lead at 7:54 Mayo’s success on that Spartans defenseman Jack a jumper with 5:01 to play to 12, Watson 3-4 3-5 10, Favors 0-3 1-2 1, Miles of the first period. power play changed the flow Dingle completed the scor- Funk’s second goal, a cut the Jazz lead to 100-96. 5-13 6-10 18, Kanter 3-3 0-0 6, Burks 2-8 0-0 “We’ve played together of the game. JM had outshot ing with a four-on-four goal short-handed tally, was a But Minnesota ran out of gas 4. Totals 41-79 21-29 108. pretty much our whole lives,” Mayo 7-1 in the period and with 1:26 to go. With JM goalie highlight-reel variety. On one night after a dramatic Minnesota ...... 26 26 29 17 — 98 Gavin Sandwick’s 10th goal of Jacob Garvey (18 saves) pulled a breakaway, Funk faked win against the Clippers. Utah ...... 22 32 30 24 — 108 Martin said of his line. “We 3-Point Goals — Minnesota 8-21 (Ridnour 3-4, work well together, have good the season had tied the score for an extra attacker, Dingle a shot, pulled the puck to The Timberwolves missed Johnson 2-3, Ellington 1-1, Rubio 1-2, Love 1-7, chemistry.” 1-1. took the puck in his own end his backhand and beat the six straight shots and had two Williams 0-1, Tolliver 0-3), Utah 5-15 (Bell 2-2, and flipped it high in the air. Miles 2-7, Watson 1-2, Burks 0-1, Harris 0-1, Martin completed his hat The Rockets had three qual- Chanhassen goalie to make turnovers down the stretch. Hayward 0-2). Fouled Out — None. Rebounds trick with two goals on the ity chances to take a lead in It landed in the JM zone and it 8-2. Spaniol said Farrell, — Minnesota 39 (Love, Williams 8), Utah 58 (Jef- a three-minute span after rolled into the net. Weir and Connor Nellans all CJ Miles added 18 points ferson 12). Assists — Minnesota 17 (Rubio 11), same power play late in the for the Jazz. Utah 25 (Watson 7). Total Fouls_Minnesota 20, second period. Sandwick’s goal, but Spartans Mayo (8-1-0 Big Nine Confer- played strong games. Utah 18. Technicals — Love, Utah Coach Corbin, goalie Case Hansen (24 saves) Love had 15 points and Utah defensive three second. A — 19,911. JM’s Matt Broman was ence, 11-5-0 overall) took over “Farrell was very good; he came up big on all three occa- called for checking from sole possession of first place was all over the ice,” Span- sions. behind — the first of four five- in the conference with the iol said. GOPHERS ROUNDUP minute majors called in the “Case played really well,” win. The Spartans play host to Andrew Ellingson made 13 game — at the 12:05 mark of Huyber said. “He did a South St. Paul on Thursday. saves to earn the victory. the second. Just 22 seconds good job following the puck, JM (7-4-0, 8-9-1) plays host to Lourdes is off until next into the power play, Martin anticipating and covering up Mankato West next Saturday. Saturday, when it plays at Coleman leads ‘U’ rebounds.” banged in a rebound of a point Mayo 4, JM 1 Delano at 3 p.m. After Sandwick’s goal, shot by Steve Serratore. Serra- Mayo ...... 1 2 1 — 4 Lourdes 9, Chanhassen 2 Hansen stopped shots by Sam tore again found Martin, 1:04 JM ...... 0 1 0 — 1 Lourdes : Griff Slightam 2 goals, 1 as- later, with a nice pass from Broman and Kyle Andrews at First period — 1. RM, Ryan Martin 5 (Adam sist; Alex Funk 2 goals, 1 assist; Ben Weir Alcott 16) 7:54. Second period — 2. JM, Gavin past Northwestern the point to the side of the the end of two-on-one rushes. Sandwick 10 (Alex Lovett 8) 4:03. 3. RM, Martin 6 2 goals, 1 assist; Jason Samuelson 1 goal, goal, and Martin tapped it in He then stopped Sam Broman (Alcott 17, Steve Serratore 10) 12:27 (pp). 4. RM, 2 assists; Landon Farrell 1 goal, 2 assists; for a 3-1 Spartans lead. twice and Sandwick once in a Martin 7 (Serratore 11) 13:31 (pp). Third period — Justin Dewitz 2 assists; Ryan Nicolay 1 as- Associated Press point total of the season. flurry of activity right in front 5. RM, Jack Dingle 5 (unassisted) 15:34 (en). sist; Karl Krecke 1 assist; Robby Campbell Minnesota still hasn’t Rachel Banham had 13 “We came out a little flat Shots on goal — RM 9-7-6—22; JM 6-9- 1 goal; Lars Anderson 1 assist; Andrew at the start of the second,” of the net with 9:48 to go in the 10—25. Goalies — RM, Case Hansen (W, 7-4-0; Ellingson 13 saves. reached .500 in Big Ten points and Leah Cotton 10 to Martin said, “but when we got second period. 25 shots, 24 saves); JM, Jacob Garvey (L, 4-6-1; 21 Chanhassen : Nate Traina 1 goal; Connor games, but in a season lead the Gophers, who shot shots, 18 saves). Power-play opportunities — 35.5 percent and committed that five-minute power play, JM looked like a different RM, 2-for-5; JM, 0-for-4. Penalties — RM, 6-23 Kelly 1 goal; Erik Anderson 12 saves; Harlin already full of turning points team to start the second, after minutes; JM, 6-37 minutes. Paradise 13 saves. and meaningful steps, the 19 turnovers. Gophers made another big stride Sunday, winning their HOCKEY GIRLS HOCKEY first home game of the confer- Gophers 2, C.C. 1 Minnetonka ence schedule to notch three in a row and crawl back to MINNEAPOLIS — Nico Century powers past JM/Lourdes relevance at 3-4 in the Big Sacchetti’s first goal of the Ten. season early in the second tops No. 1 period Saturday was the Post-Bulletin staff The Gophers took control with several players really STANDINGS game-winner as Minnesota Century scored four power- looking great tonight,” from the start in by far their BIG NINE CONFERENCE beat Colorado College 2-1. play goals to defeat John Montrose added. “They beat Duluth East strongest victory of the early Conf. Overall Minnesota goalie Kent Marshall/Lourdes 7-1 in Big us all over the ice with effort conference season, and and determination.” W-L-T Pts. W-L-T McClatchy News Services kept it late, muting a surge Patterson was up to the task Nine Conference girl hockey Rochester Mayo# ...... 11-0-1 25 15-5-1 despite being banged up in MINNETONKA — Duluth by Wildcats forward John on Saturday night. Abby Cunningham and Kait- Mankato East ...... 11-2-1 23 15-4-1 a second-period collision in Rochester JM/Lourdes ..9-4-1 19 11-10-1 East wore throwback Shurna, to beat Northwestern The win at Graham Arena lyn Maidl combined for 20 net. Patterson made 19 saves Owatonna ...... 8-4-0 16 9-10-0 jerseys in honor of Hockey 75-52 at Williams Arena. earned Century the Hockey saves in goal for Century. for the Gophers (17-9-1, 13-5- Winona ...... 7-6-0 14 8-8-0 Day Minnesota Saturday. Freshman guard Joe Cole- Day Rochester Winter Trophy “After losing some tight Rochester Century ...... 7-7-0 14 11-10-0 0), including a point-blank for girls hockey. games to good teams several Afterward, the Greyhounds man once again led the stop of Jeff Collett with 6 Austin ...... 5-8-0 10 9-13-0 wished they could throw Gophers starters — who all The usual suspects led times this year, we really Albert Lea ...... 4-9-1 9 4-16-1 seconds remaining to move back the game they played Century as Katherine Aney talked to the girls about belief Faribault ...... 2-12-1 5 2-18-1 finished with double-digit into sole possession of first against Minnetonka. had three goals and two assists, in themselves and our team Mankato West ...... 0-12-1 1 3-16-1 points — with 16 points and place in the WCHA. and to expect good things to # — 4-point wins Max Coatta scored two five rebounds. and Jessica Aney added two * — non-conference game Jaden Schwartz put the goals and four assists. happen and not bad,” Maidl goals in each of the second The Gophers jumped out Tigers on top at 15:02 of the SATURDAY, JAN. 21 and third periods to lead the “The power play was a big said. “I thought they really Century 7, JM/Lourdes 1 to a 30-9 lead and led 41-24 first period and Colorado factor for us with four (power responded and played the Winona 3, Mankato East 2 second-ranked Skippers past going into the break on a College was poised to add to No. 1 East 9-3 at Pagel Activ- play) goals,” said Century game with a lot of positive *Mound-Westonka 3, Mayo 2, OT solid defensive effort that that lead with a power play *Austin 4, New Ulm 1 ity Center in Minnetonka. c o a c h D a n energy.” held Northwestern to 30 late in the period. But Nate *Dodge County 6, Owatonna 2 percent shooting. Maidl. “It was Century 7, JM/Lourdes 1 The victory avenged a 6-2 Condon scored short-handed *Waseca 5, Mankato West 2 defeat East inflicted in the definitely a Century ...... 1 1 5 — 7 TUESDAY, JAN. 24 NORTHWESTERN (12-7) for Minnesota at 17:41 to tie game where JM/Lourdes ...... 0 1 0 — 1 Mankato West at Owatonna Schwan Cup final at Xcel Crawford 2-10 1-4 5, Shurna 8-21 2-8 21, the game at 1-1. The teams Century : Ashley Adams 1 goal; Stephanie Bon 1 Energy Center last month Curletti 3-8 0-0 7, Hearn 1-3 5-6 8, Sobolewski a lot of things *Faribault at New Ulm 0-5 0-0 0, Marcotullio 4-8 0-0 11, Mirkovic 0-0 were a combined 0-for-9 on assist; Shantel Loos 1 goal; Rebecca Lorsung 1 assist; THURSDAY, JAN. 26 and handed the Greyhounds w e n t o u r Jessica Aney 2 goals, 4 assists; Katherine Aney 3 0-0 0, Fruendt 0-0 0-0 0, Jimenez 0-0 0-0 0, the power play. way.” goals, 2 assists; Grace Becker 1 assist. Goalies: Abby Faribault at Century (17-1) their first loss in 22 Montgomery III 0-0 0-2 0. Totals 18-55 8-20 Cunningham 7 saves; Kaitlyn Maidl 13 saves. JM/Lourdes at Mayo regular-season games. 52. C e n t u r y Albert Lea at Owatonna WOMEN’S HOCKEY JM/Lourdes : Nicole Nelson 1 goal; Savannah Erik Baskin, Sam Roth- MINNESOTA (15-5) held a slim Seeger 1 assist. Goalies: Erin Meyers 17 saves; Mia *Onalaska at Winona Williams 5-9 1-1 11, Sampson III 4-7 2-2 10, ‘U’ 4, Bemidji St. 3, SO 2-1 lead going Bruesewitz 8 saves. stein and Phil Katopodis Au. Hollins 4-9 1-2 11, Coleman 5-7 6-10 16, into the third AREA INDEPENDENT scored first-period goals, Welch 7-8 0-0 14, Eliason 0-0 0-0 0, Armelin MINNEAPOLIS — Minne- W-L-T leaving the Greyhounds 2-4 0-0 5, An. Hollins 2-5 2-2 6, Osenieks 1-2 sota’s Jen Schoullis scored period before 0-0 2, Ahanmisi 0-1 0-0 0, Halvorson 0-0 0-0 0, K. Aney Mayo nipped in OT Dodge County ...... 16-5-0 trailing after a period for twice for the Gophers, but scoring five SATURDAY, JAN. 21 Ingram 0-0 0-0 0, Shell 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 30-52 MOUND — Mound Westonka 12-17 75. Bemidji State’s Erika Wheel- times. Three of those goals Dodge County 6, Owatonna 2 only the second time this Halftime — Minnesota 41-24. 3-Point Goals_ came on the same power play scored a power-play goal with TUESDAY, JAN. 24 season. house scored with 49 seconds 3.6 seconds left in overtime to Northwestern 8-26 (Marcotullio 3-6, Shurna 3-9, to go in regulation and the after JM/L took a five-minute Dodge County at Waseca Curletti 1-2, Hearn 1-3, Sobolewski 0-3, Crawford major for checking from nip Mayo 3-2 in non-conference SATURDAY, JAN. 28 0-3), Minnesota 3-12 (Au. Hollins 2-5, Armelin WCHA foes played to a tie on girls hockey on Saturday. Dodge County at Mound-Westonka 1-2, Ahanmisi 0-1, Osenieks 0-1, Williams 0-1, Saturday. behind. LOCAL CALENDAR An. Hollins 0-2). Fouled Out — None. Rebounds “We took six penalties, “Tough loss tonight vs. a — Northwestern 28 (Curletti 7), Minnesota 40 Emily West and Amanda good metro team,” Mayo coach TODAY (Sampson III, Welch 6). Assists — Northwestern Kessel scored to give the including one five-minute “This was her best game 12 (Marcotullio 4), Minnesota 19 (Welch 5). High School Girls Basketball Gophers a victory in the shoo- major, to their one penalty Jeff Phillips said. of the season,” Phillips said. Total Fouls — Northwestern 16, Minnesota 20. Schaeffer Academy at Mabel-Canton, A — 12,219. tout. and they scored four power- The Spartans trailed 2-0 “She made a lot of big saves 7:15 after one period, but rallied play goals. That was the differ- including a flurry of three TUESDAY to tie the score. Gabby Laures WRESTLING ence tonight,” Rockets coach in the overtime period. We High School Boys Basketball Bob Montrose said. scored her second goal of the challenged Jamie to have a WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Gophers 37, Wisconsin 3 game with just 22 seconds to Leroy-Ostrander at Schaeffer Academy, Nicole Nelson scored the focused game tonight and she 7:15 p.m. Nebraska 64, ‘U’ 49 MINNEAPOLIS — Minne- play, assisted by Sarah Brakke met the challenge we were lone goal for JM/L. WEDNESDAY LINCOLN, Neb. - Jordan sota won its first five matches and Ashley Weber, to send the really happy with her perfor- “We really didn’t bring much Junior College Men’s Basketball Hooper scored 15 of her 23 against Wisconsin and rolled game to overtime. mance.” of an offense threat through- RCTC at Anoka-Ramsey (Coon Rapids), points in the first half and to a Big Ten Conference out the game,” Montrose Phillips said the slow start M-W 3, Mayo 2, OT 8 p.m. No. 20 Nebraska beat Minne- victory. cost the Spartans. said. “Century looked like Mayo ...... 0 1 1 0 — 2 Junior College Women’s Basketball sota 64-49 on Sunday. Wabasha-Kellogg gradu- they really wanted this game “We need to play uptempo Mound westonka ...2 0 0 1 — 3 RCTC at Anoka-Ramsey (Coon Rapids), The Cornhuskers improved ate Zach Sanders, the No. and took advantage of their hockey for all three (periods),” Mayo: Gabby Laures 2 goals; Beth Gibson 1 6 p.m. to 16-3 overall, 5-2 in the Big 1-ranked wrestler in the Phillips said. assist; Olivia Mewhorter 1 assist; Sara Brakke chances. 1 assist; Ashley Weber 1 assist. Goalie: Jamie Junior College Wrestling Ten. Minnesota (11-10, 3-4), country at 125 pounds, earned “They have really improved Jamie Clay had 26 saves in Clay 26 saves. RCTC at Ridgewater Dual (Willmar), lost for the third time in four a 24-9 technical fall victory on their overall•••••••• team game goal for Mayo. Mound Westonka: No stats provided. 7 p.m. games and posted its lowest against Austin Hietpas. POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2012 D5

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BOYS HOCKEY HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY STATISTICS GIRLS BASKETBALL SCORING LEADERS BOYS BIG NINE CONFERENCE CENTURY PANTHERS Wildcats improving ROCHESTER CENTURY Kanani Asuncion ...... 15 241 15.1 Record: 11-5-2 Morgan Hartman ...... 15 209 13.1 Player G A Pts. Alecia Kupfer ...... 15 85 5.3 Brandon Kautz ...... 10 15 25 Bethany Schultz ...... 15 71 4.4 through adversity Nick Jacobs ...... 9 15 24 JOHN MARSHALL ROCKETS Hayden Ashworth ...... 8 15 23 Dalton Travis ...... 11 7 18 Katelyn Rushton ...... 15 186 11.6 Dodge County Tyler Iverson ...... 4 7 11 Jamie Ruden ...... 15 178 11.1 Isaac St. Marie ...... 6 5 11 Allyson Sherden ...... 15 82 5.5 Wyatt Travis ...... 3 7 10 Ellingson Strusz MAYO SPARTANS Murry Miller battling low Lauren Ulsh ...... 16 254 15.9 Jacob Roth ...... 3 6 9 (Lourdes) (Red Wing) (Byron) (Goodhue) Riese Zmolek ...... 3 3 6 Rachael Doll ...... 14 174 12.4 numbers, injuries Blake Heroff ...... 4 1 5 Sam Miller ...... 16 102 6.4 Matt Sturchio ...... 1 3 4 Anna Lundquist ...... 16 98 6.1 By Jason Feldman Adam Sherden ...... 1 1 2 Katrina Ruedinger .....12 54 4.5 [email protected] Ki-Jana Humphreys ...... 1 1 2 Calvin Bjerke ...... 2 0 2 HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE (507) 281-7430 Nick Musta ...... 0 1 1 BYRON BEARS KASSON — The Dodge Schillo Knutson Braydon Moran ...... 0 1 1 Erika McRoberts ...... 16 256 16.0 County boys hockey team had Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Becky Murry ...... 16 153 9.6 the deck stacked against it this past Saturday snapped Erik Wennberg ...... 9-4-2 2.77 .892 Vanessa Anderson ....14 110 7.9 from the start of the season. a 10-game losing streak and Eric Rohleder ...... 2-1-0 3.33 .875 Danielle Adams ...... 15 73 4.9 gave the Wildcats reason to Consider the following: ROCHESTER JOHN MARSHALL Mackenzie Damerow 15 76 4.8 feel good again. Mewhorter Anderson Blattner Elton • The Wildcats lost 12 Record: 8-9-1 CANNON FALLS BOMBERS In that game, Dodge County (Mayo) (Red Wing) seniors off last year’s team Player G A Pts. Makenzie Franklin .....10 99 9.9 (Dover-Eyota) (Spring Grove) spent the final 4:49 of the Gavin Sandwick ...... 11 16 27 Ashley Banitt ...... 12 83 6.9 to graduation, including Traci McDonald ...... 16 84 5.3 third period on the penalty Hunter Heightland ...... 9 13 22 GIRLS Natalie Reinardy ...... 14 94 6.7 their top seven scorers (83.6 DOVER-EYOTA EAGLES kill after taking a five-minute Kyle Andrews ...... 10 8 18 ROCHESTER CENTURY GOODHUE WILDCATS percent of their scoring) and Sarah Pease ...... 19 256 13.5 major penalty. They took Alec McGinn ...... 9 6 15 Record: 11-10-0 Mikayla Miller ...... 18 330 18.3 their starting goalie. Megan Ihrke ...... 19 213 11.2 another penalty as time Alex Lovett ...... 6 8 14 Player G A Pts. Erica Tipcke ...... 18 275 15.3 Nick Paulson ...... 7 6 13 Brandi Blattner ...... 19 196 10.3 • Six players who would expired in regulation, leav- Jessica Aney ...... 21 41 62 Kali Ryan ...... 18 116 6.5 Matt Broman ...... 1 11 12 Krista Horn ...... 19 146 7.7 have received plenty of ice ing them with 11 skaters and Katie Aney ...... 34 22 56 Mikayla Tipcke ...... 18 108 6.0 Sam Broman ...... 8 4 12 Jessica Simes ...... 19 121 6.4 time decided not to play this a two-man disadvantage to Shantel Loos ...... 8 7 15 Allison Cordes ...... 18 100 5.6 season. Jared Bromberg ...... 0 8 8 Ashley Adams ...... 7 5 12 Nikayla Ratz ...... 17 109 6.4 start overtime. HAYFIELD VIKINGS Jason Macken ...... 0 6 6 Leah Batterson ...... 1 8 9 FILLMORE CENTRAL FALCONS • Because of the low Alyssa Selk ...... 17 191 11.2 They killed off both penal- Jared Kristo ...... 1 5 6 Madeline Eischen ...... 5 2 7 Alex Peterson ...... 10 130 13.0 numbers, the Wildcats don’t Dani Wagner ...... 16 169 10.6 ties, then Stefan Rechtzigel Matt Cyr ...... 1 3 4 Allysa Dahl ...... 1 5 6 Morgan Malley ...... 10 95 9.5 have a junior varsity team. Ryan Lakin ...... 0 3 3 Johanna Bungum ...... 17 107 6.3 put home the game winner Grace Becker ...... 2 4 6 Jordan O’Connor ...... 10 60 6.0 Mitch King ...... 2 0 2 Abbie Pollock ...... 17 107 6.3 • Their schedule wasn’t with 2:20 to go in the game. Rebecca Lorsung ...... 1 4 5 Leah Scheevel ...... 5 20 4.0 Garrett Strom ...... 0 2 2 Jessie Foster ...... 17 82 4.8 exactly set up in a friendly Markayle Schears ...... 1 3 4 KINGSLAND KNIGHTS “It was a back-and-forth Jack Christensen ...... 0 1 1 McKenna Bridges ...... 2 2 4 manner. The Wildcats didn’t KASSON-MANTORVILLE KOMETS Cheyenne Losey ...... 15 185 12.3 game in the third period, Marcus Buehler ...... 1 0 1 Anna Grinde ...... 1 3 4 play their first home game Erin Schlotthauer ...... 18 308 17.1 Lindsay Tart ...... 16 158 9.9 until Jan. 14 — their 13th then we took those penalties Kevin Henslin ...... 0 1 1 Jessica Faunce ...... 1 2 3 Abbey Lacey ...... 18 249 13.8 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Nicole Swanson ...... 16 126 7.9 to make it 5-on-3 to start over- MaKenzie Birkestrand ...... 0 2 2 Holly Peterson ...... 18 205 11.4 game of the season. Jimmy Casazza ...... 4-3-0 2.10 .875 Mackenzie Marzolf ...16 102 6.4 time,” Hofmann said. “I told Elisaberth Soderlind ...... 0 1 1 Abby Manitz ...... 18 159 8.8 • Since the season started, Jacob Garvey ...... 4-6-1 2.96 .869 McKayla Pruter ...... 16 96 6.0 the boys, ‘it’s been this way Stephanie Bon ...... 0 1 1 Kaia Buck ...... 18 152 8.4 the Wildcats have had one LEWISTON-ALTURA CARDINALS all season, let’s go out and ROCHESTER LOURDES Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Autumn Ehlke ...... 18 114 6.3 player miss multiple games Kaitlyn Maidl ...... 4-4-0 3.11 .892 Jenny Mundt ...... 18 265 14.7 kill off the penalties.’ Talk Record: 12-5-0 Cori Kennedy ...... 18 100 5.5 for academic issues and two Abby Cunningham .....7-6-0 3.47 .874 Natalie Kalmes ...... 18 263 14.6 about overcoming adversity Player G A Pts. players — junior Dakota LAKE CITY TIGERS Danielle Harstad ...... 17 117 6.9 constantly...” Jason Samuelson ...... 16 23 39 ROCHESTER JM/LOURDES Taylor Koller ...... 15 178 11.8 Dodds and senior Gordon Raelynn Speltz ...... 18 120 6.7 Alex Funk ...... 20 18 38 Record: 11-10-1 Alexa Blair ...... 15 134 8.9 Law — have been side- Hofmann credited the PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE BULLDOGS Landon Farrell ...... 10 20 30 Player G A Pts. Ashley Gates ...... 15 90 6.0 lined after suffering broken team’s three healthy seniors Taylor Aakre ...... 16 203 12.6 Justin Dewitz ...... 6 17 23 Sam Macken ...... 19 15 34 Amy Dudley ...... 15 80 5.3 — Billy Steinberg, John Bovia Karl Krecke ...... 6 9 15 Halle Hubbard ...... 16 104 6.5 femurs, one of the most diffi- Nicole Nelson ...... 11 11 22 Breanna Gates ...... 15 78 5.2 cult bones to break in the and Bryant Westrom — and Connor Nellans ...... 7 5 12 Savannah Seeger ...... 6 9 15 Hayley Rau ...... 16 101 6.3 LACRESCENT LANCERS entire body. That left the the three captains — juniors Ryan Nicolay ...... 6 5 11 Kate Valentine ...... 5 9 14 RUSHFORD-PETERSON TROJANS Jen Michalke ...... 16 270 16.9 Christian Schillo, Thor Knut- Ben Weir ...... 6 3 9 Tori Thompson ...... 7 4 11 Amy Todd ...... 17 212 12.5 team with 15 healthy players, Katie Waller ...... 17 250 14.7 son and Bryan Knesel — with Eric Bonapace-Potvin ...... 4 5 9 Blair Lebeck ...... 3 6 9 Kenzie Lind ...... 17 191 11.2 counting the two goalies. LOURDES EAGLES keeping the team’s spirits up Griff Slightam ...... 4 4 8 Laura Meillier ...... 6 2 8 Kendra Crawford ...... 14 145 10.4 “It seemed like the Hockey Steph Helt ...... 14 216 15.4 Robby Campbell ...... 2 6 8 Hannah Nelson ...... 3 5 8 Cody Manfull ...... 17 110 6.5 Gods were trying to put us each day at practice, and off Hannah Anderson ...... 9 114 12.7 McKay Carstens ...... 1 3 4 Shelby Greer ...... 3 4 7 WABASHA-KELLOGG FALCONS through some kind of test,” the ice. James Armstead ...... 1 3 4 Betsey Daly ...... 4 41 10.2 Kelly Bier ...... 1 3 4 Karli Harris ...... 16 115 7.2 head coach Eric Hofmann Hofmann said things are Kane Carstens ...... 2 1 3 Anna Branstad ...... 14 84 6.0 Lisa Bjork ...... 0 2 2 Lexi Kanz ...... 18 122 6.8 said, “but no matter how bad looking up for the coming Brian Williamson ...... 3 0 3 Laura Fisher ...... 0 2 2 Sarah Hobday ...... 14 71 5.1 things might seem to be, the years in Dodge County. The Griffen Buck ...... 1 1 2 Brooklyn Birdseye ...... 1 0 1 PINE ISLAND PANTHERS SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE guys always come back the Wildcats’ strong Bantam Lars Anderson ...... 0 2 2 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Courtney Pahl ...... 19 207 10.9 GRAND MEADOW SUPERLARKS next day and work hard to program is expected to send Nathan Roth ...... 1 1 2 Mia Bruesewitz ...... 5-3-0 3.15 .907 Cede Finstuen ...... 19 157 8.2 Cortney Olson ...... 13 145 11.2 get better. a dozen or more players up to Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Erin Meyers ...... 5-5-1 3.09 .900 Alison Newton ...... 19 147 7.4 Autumn Thorsen ...... 14 137 9.2 Andrew Ellingson ...... 7-2-0 2.83 .864 Audra Durhman ...... 14 100 7.1 “Whatever might have the varsity next season. Brittany Arthur ...... 1-2-0 1.40 .829 Shelby Kann ...... 19 126 6.6 Jesse Neumann ...... 5-3-0 2.83 .851 Stephanie Russell ...... 14 91 6.1 ROCHESTER MAYO Mattie Shelton ...... 19 91 4.8 happened the day or night “We’re seeing improvement HOUSTON HURRICANES ROCHESTER MAYO Record: 15-5-1 STEWARTVILLE TIGERS before, they just keep each day,” he said. “That’s all Abbey Loken ...... 16 200 12.5 going.” you can ask for. We’re looking Record: 11-5-0 Player G A Pts. Katie Bauman ...... 17 203 12.7 Player G A Pts. Shannon Curtis ...... 17 203 11.9 Vanessa Lee ...... 16 145 9.1 Dodge County (2-14-0) for those small improvements Steph Stettler ...... 9 11 20 Adam Alcott ...... 7 17 24 Liz Waugh ...... 17 165 9.7 Lieren Carrier ...... 16 129 8.1 and to see that the guys are Emily Nelson ...... 10 10 20 hasn’t measured its success Jack Dingle ...... 5 10 15 Gabby Laures ...... 7 12 19 Blair Honsey ...... 17 101 5.9 Brooke Anderson ...... 15 94 6.3 this season in wins and continually working hard on Max Whitney ...... 8 7 15 Olivia Mewhorter ...... 8 6 14 WINONA COTTER RAMBLERS SCHAEFFER ACADEMY LIONS losses, though a 4-3 over- getting better at the game Steve Serratore ...... 3 11 14 Sara Brakke ...... 8 5 13 Micaela Trainor ...... 16 210 13.1 Nicole Arpin ...... 14 123 8.8 time victory against Austin and as people.” Ryan Martin ...... 7 5 12 Ashley Weber ...... 5 7 12 Joanna Beyer ...... 16 181 11.3 Melanie Murray ...... 14 96 6.9 Nolan Edwards ...... 6 5 11 Mackenzie McCormack ...... 3 8 11 Paige Gernes ...... 16 124 7.8 SPRING GROVE LIONS Matt Rogers ...... 7 2 9 Beth Gibson ...... 3 4 7 Kathleen Bowlin ...... 16 119 7.4 Richell Mehus ...... 18 379 21.1 Nik Brozovich ...... 4 4 8 Kali Aldrich ...... 3 3 6 ZUMBROTA-MAZEPPA COUGARS Taylor Elton ...... 18 252 14.0 HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY STANDINGS Tommy Fjelsted ...... 3 3 6 Makinzee Kazeck ...... 1 3 4 Ashley Hinsch ...... 16 239 14.9 Addy Cross ...... 17 131 7.7 Tommy Hanson ...... 5 1 6 Tessa Rud ...... 0 3 3 Laura Brunner ...... 16 126 7.9 Nicki Ellingson ...... 18 106 5.9 BOYS GIRLS Will Holtan ...... 1 4 5 Meghan Trangsrud ...... 1 2 3 Laura Huneke ...... 16 122 7.6 Nikki Hansen ...... 18 88 4.9 Marcus Nordstrom ...... 1 1 2 Sam Carlson ...... 1 2 3 BIG NINE CONFERENCE BIG NINE CONFERENCE Amber Jenstch ...... 16 106 6.6 Josh Newman ...... 1 1 2 Olivia Kemp ...... 1 0 1 MISSOTA CONFERENCE Conf. Overall Conf. Overall Kalli Paukert ...... 16 83 5.2 Seth Gilbertson ...... 1 1 2 Allie Durigan ...... 0 1 1 RED WING WINGERS W-L-T Pts. W-L-T W-L-T Pts W-L-T Justyn Sweet ...... 1 0 1 Emilie Smolders ...... 1 0 1 THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Tesha Buck ...... 12 244 20.3 Rochester Mayo# ...... 8-1-0 18 11-5-0 Rochester Mayo# ....11-0-1 25 15-5-1 Brian Murray ...... 0 1 1 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct CALEDONIA WARRIORS Marisa Toivonen ...... 15 242 16.1 Owatonna# ...... 7-3-1 17 10-6-3 Mankato East ...... 11-2-1 23 15-4-1 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Rebecca Graham ...... 12-3-1 1.93 .920 Taylor Winjum ...... 18 342 19.0 Macy Kelly ...... 12 156 12.0 Rochester JM# ...... 7-4-0 16 8-9-1 Roch. JM/Lourdes ...... 9-4-1 19 11-10-1 Case Hansen ...... 7-4-0 2.28 .924 Jamie Clay ...... 3-2-0 2.25 .887 Maria Fruechte ...... 9 132 14.3 A.J. LaFond ...... 15 108 7.2 Albert Lea# ...... 7-3-0 16 9-7-1 Owatonna ...... 9-4-0 18 10-10-0 Michael DeBusman .... 4-1-0 2.25 .850 Maddy Mullins ...... 18 179 9.9 McKenna Schaffer ....15 75 5.0 Rochester Century ....7-2-1 15 11-5-2 Winona ...... 7-6-0 14 8-8-0 DODGE COUNTY Mankato West ...... 6-5-0 12 8-8-1 DODGE COUNTY CHATFIELD GOPHERS Rochester Century ....7-7-0 14 11-10-0 Record: 17-5-0 Note: Girls basketball coaches Winona ...... 2-7-0 6 4-11-0 Record: 2-14-0 MaKenzie Miller ...... 16 201 12.6 from southeastern Minnesota are Austin ...... 5-8-0 10 9-13-0 Player G A Pts. Player G A Pts. Faribault ...... 2-7-0 4 3-12-0 Darby Dodds ...... 41 27 68 Sarah Costello ...... 16 149 9.3 asked to submit their team’s scoring Albert Lea ...... 4-9-1 9 4-16-1 Sam Robinson ...... 6 6 12 Mankato East ...... 1-6-0 2 3-15-0 Dana Rasmussen ...... 33 27 60 Sidney Irish ...... 16 134 8.4 leaders each week by noon Wednes- Faribault ...... 2-12-1 5 3-18-1 Stefan Rechtzigel ...... 6 4 10 Austin ...... 0-9-0 0 3-15-0 Kortney Kleber ...... 20 31 51 Erin Kammer ...... 16 92 5.8 day to [email protected] # — 4-point win(s) Mankato West ...... 0-13-1 1 3-17-1 Gordon Law ...... 6 3 9 Lydia Wagner ...... 16 24 40 * — non-conference game # — 4-point wins Christian Schillo ...... 4 4 8 Emily Gunderson ...... 4 32 36 THURSDAY, JAN. 26 * — non-conference game Spencer Senn ...... 3 3 6 Katie Robinson ...... 4 17 21 COLLEGE MEN’S BASKETBALL Owatonna at Albert Lea THURSDAY, JAN. 26 Thor Knutson ...... 2 3 5 Madison Tibben ...... 2 10 12 Century at Faribault JM/Lourdes at Mayo Billy Steinberg ...... 3 2 5 Bella Wagner ...... 4 8 12 *South St. Paul at Mayo Faribault at Century Benton Westrom ...... 2 2 4 Molly Shelton ...... 4 2 6 RCTC lets lead, game slip away *LaCrosse Holmen/Aquinas at Winona Albert Lea at Owatonna John Bovia ...... 1 3 4 Emily Mundy ...... 2 3 5 SATURDAY, JAN. 28 Bryan Knesel ...... 1 2 3 Post-Bulletin staff halftime. The Yellowjackets *Onalaska at Winona Brede Postier ...... 4 1 5 Mayo at Albert Lea Sam Wick ...... 2 1 3 shot 44.3 percent from the SATURDAY, JAN. 28 Emily Rohlik ...... 1 2 3 COON RAPIDS — Roches- Mankato West at John Marshall Brock Leisen ...... 0 3 3 floor (31-for-70) and 7-for-23 JM/Lourdes at Mankato West Magdalyn Wick ...... 2 1 3 ter Community and Technical Mankato East at Austin Grant Klancher ...... 0 2 2 from three-point range (30.4 Albert Lea at Mayo Hollywood Hermanson ...... 1 1 2 College saw its lead and the Faribault at Winona Dakota Dodds ...... 0 1 1 Winona at Faribault Morgan Michaletz ...... 1 1 2 game slip away late in the percent). Anoka-Ramsey was Dakota Swank ...... 0 1 1 Owatonna at Century Brieanna Westrom ...... 0 2 2 second half on Wednesday. 30-for-73 from the floor (41.1 AREA INDEPENDENTS Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct W-L-T Austin at Mankato East Eryn Larsen ...... 1 0 1 percent) and 5-for-24 on three- Eric Olson ...... 2-13-0 6.99 .826 RCTC led Anoka-Ramsey Rochester Lourdes ...... 12-5-0 Samantha McElmury ...... 0 1 1 pointers (20.8 percent). AREA INDEPENDENT Shawn Cady ...... 0-1-0 7.33 .697 by seven points with about Dodge County ...... 2-14-0 Madison Edgar ...... 0 1 1 Both teams committed five minutes remaining in the SATURDAY, JAN. 28 W-L-T RED WING Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct 12 turnovers, and Anoka- Dodge County ...... 17-5-0 second half, but A-R rallied Lourdes at Delano/Rockford Record: 8-6-1 Anna Hunter ...... 14-5-0 2.23 .895 Ramsey outrebounded RCTC, SATURDAY, JAN. 28 and edged the Yellowjackets Dodge County at Chanhassen Player G A Pts. Sarah Underwood ...... 2-0-0 0.00 1.000 48-40. A-R (12-6 overall) had Dodge County at Mound-Westonka 75-73 in a Minnesota College Taylor Hanson ...... 10 13 23 16 offensive rebounds. MISSOTA CONFERENCE TUESDAY, JAN. 31 Alex Rezansoff ...... 7 10 17 RED WING Athletic Conference men’s Conf. Overall Dodge County at Rochester Century Mike Stegora ...... 11 5 16 Record: 14-5-1 basketball game. RCTC played a second W-L-T W-L-T Player G A Pts. consecutive game without Jack Strusz ...... 8 5 13 “We just didn’t execute Chanhassen ...... 7-0-0 12-3-0 MISSOTA CONFERENCE Ryan Rehder ...... 4 6 10 Nicole Schammel ...... 30 24 54 leading scorer, sophomore Red Wing ...... 5-2-1 8-6-1 Conf. Overall Marcus Noesen ...... 3 6 9 Paige Haley ...... 22 27 49 on offense and they made guard Torren Dowdy, who is Acad. Holy Angels ...... 5-2-1 5-12-1 W-L-T W-L-T Tyler Grove ...... 3 5 8 Reagan Haley ...... 11 30 41 some key baskets” down the out with an injury. Several New Prague ...... 6-3-0 9-7-1 Chaska/Chanhassen ...... 8-0-1 15-4-1 Michael Bigelbach ...... 2 6 8 Emily Stegora ...... 19 10 29 stretch, RCTC coach Brian players helped pick up the Elle Anderson ...... 9 11 20 Northfield ...... 2-4-1 9-7-1 Red Wing ...... 8-1-0 14-5-1 Dayton Johnson ...... 0 4 4 LaPlante said. slack. Vince Carey, a 6-foot-4 Farmington ...... 2-4-1 5-10-2 New Prague ...... 4-4-0 9-11-0 Tyler Rea ...... 0 3 3 Cori Fairbanks ...... 8 4 12 Hailee Johnson ...... 1 6 7 RCTC led by two points freshman, led RCTC with Shakopee ...... 2-6-0 4-14-1 Shakopee ...... 4-4-1 8-12-1 Marcus Dodge ...... 1 1 2 Chaska ...... 0-8-0 3-15-0 Katelyn Hadler ...... 4 3 7 with about a minute to go, but 19 points and 13 rebounds. Farmington ...... 4-5-0 8-14-0 Joe Partington ...... 0 2 2 * — non-conference games Madeline Flack ...... 1 1 2 Anoka-Ramsey hit a three- Shiron Williams added 13 Northfield ...... 2-8-0 8-12-1 Ross Elford ...... 1 0 1 THURSDAY, JAN. 26 pointer to go up by a point points, while Kenny Harper Nick Sammon ...... 0 1 1 Maddy Hardyman ...... 0 2 2 Holy Angels at Chanhassen Holy Angels ...... 0-8-0 3-18-0 and take the lead for good. Kyle LaPorte ...... 1 0 1 Kayla Oberding ...... 1 1 2 had 10 points, seven rebounds Red Wing at Northfield * — non-conference game Justin Lunde ...... 0 1 1 Caitie Turcotte ...... 0 1 1 LaPlante said his team had and six assists. FRIDAY, JAN. 27 THURSDAY, JAN. 26 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Lisa Nibbe ...... 0 1 1 two possessions to attempt to The Yellowjackets (13-5 Shakopee at Farmington Farmington at Shakopee Preston Blaney ...... 6-4-1 3.04 .904 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct regain the lead, but couldn’t *Chaska at New Ulm Northfield at Red Wing overall, 2-2 MCAC) play host Jack Burkle ...... 2-2-0 3.68 .835 Lisa Nibbe ...... 14-5-1 2.81 .895 get a go-ahead shot to fall. *North St. Paul at Red Wing *Chaska/Chanhassen at Mound- to Minnesota West at 3 p.m. *New Prague at Cloquet/Esko/Carlton Westonka Information from mnhockeyhub.com and mngirlshockeyhub.com RCTC trailed, 44-40, at Saturday.

COLLEGE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL No. 10-ranked Yellowjackets drop close game to Anoka, nation’s top-ranked team Post-Bulletin staff But, one brief stretch in the second shots to go and we didn’t,” RCTC to take a 34-32 halftime lead. The 13 points and nine rebounds. Lane COON RAPIDS — Rochester half was just enough for Anoka- coach Steve Hucke said. “They built Yellowjackets turned the ball over Gehl scored 11 points, while Jacey Community and Technical College Ramsey to take the lead back and a 10-11-point lead and ... they hit 24 times, though, compared to 19 Anderson had 10 and Aly Meyer received a balanced offensive hang on for a 73-66 Minnesota College their free throws down the stretch. for Anoka-Ramsey. RCTC also went had 10 points and seven rebounds. effort. Athletic Conference victory against “It was a very evenly played 5-for-19 from three-point range, while Megan Fleming had a strong all- The Yellowjackets had a halftime No. 10-ranked RCTC on Wednes- game.” Anoka-Ramsey was 10-for-29. around game with seven points, six lead and momentum against the top- day. Anoka-Ramsey jumped out to a Six Yellowjackets players scored rebounds and three assists; and Jena ranked women’s basketball team in “There was one stretch in the 12-0 lead to open the game, but RCTC seven or more points. Kadlec added seven points and five the country.••••••••second half where they got some (14-4 overall, 3-1 MCAC) battled back Cortney Kasten led the way with rebounds. POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2012 D3

Page edited by Craig Swalboski, [email protected] Local Sports BOYS HOCKEY ROUNDUP BOYS BASKETBALL GYMNASTICS Refreshed Century Jacobs leads rolls past Faribault Century in Post-Bulletin staff Andrew Boysen 1 goal; Wyatt Travis 1 as- All-City meet sist; Dalton Travis 1 assist; Erik Wennberg Rochester Century showed 10 saves. Post-Bulletin staff no signs of rust after a nine- Faribault : Jarrad Bruessel 21 saves. The Century gymnastics day break from game action, team scored a season-high which included five days off Mayo falls to SSP point total and easily beat from practice. Mayo and John Marshall in The Panthers brought plenty in closing seconds the Rochester All-City meet of energy to the Faribault Ice South St. Paul scored with Thursday at the Gage East Arena and turned it into an just 5.7 seconds remaining School gymnasium. 8-0 rout of the Falcons in a Big in overtime on Thursday at Century scored 128.775 and Nine Conference boys hockey Graham Arena I, pulling out got its first win of the season. game Thursday. a 2-1 victory against Roches- John Marshall scored 98.6, and Eight Century players had ter Mayo in a non-conference Mayo was third with 97.2. two or more points, led by boys hockey game. “I felt like everybody had Isaac St. Marie’s four-points. It’s the second consecu- a really strong night,” said St. Marie had a hat trick tive season these teams have first-year head coach Brit- and an assist, including one played to a one-goal game. tany Graham, who is the head short-handed goal, one at even The Packers beat the Spar- coach of all three city teams. strength and one on a power tans, 3-2, last January at South Century eighth-grader Andy play. St. Paul. Jacobs placed The Panthers also received a first in all On Thursday, Mayo took a boost from senior defenseman four events 1-0 lead in the second period Wyatt Travis, who returned to and won the when Justyn Sweet scored a the lineup after multiple inju- all-around power-play goal, with an assist ries. Travis with 36.275 from Jack Dingle. assisted on St. points. John Marie’s first South St. Paul (7-9-1) tied Marshall goal of the the score at 13:14 of the third junior Katie game, a short- period, forcing overtime. Tran was second in handed goal Mayo outshot the Packers, three of four that turned 33-26, and Spartans goalie Jacobs events and out to be the Case Hansen made 24 saves second all-around with 34.45. game winner. in the loss. “Tran had her strongest “The boys “Case did a good job; he had five days meet of the season, and Jacobs made a lot of nice saves,” is starting to hit every event off of their St. Marie Mayo assis- skates and now,” Graham noted. “I’ve tant coach been really impressed with were able to heal up some Todd Huyber Scott Jacobson / [email protected] Jacobs, considering she is just bumps and bruises,” Century said. “We JM’s John Mattison reaches to regain control of the ball under pressure from an eighth-grader.” coach Josh Klingfus said. came out like Graham said it was also a “They came out with a lot of gangbusters. Mayo defender Maurice Cain during Thursday night’s game at Mayo. Mattison “really good” effort by Century energy. All three lines played We had a led the Rockets with 21 points as they won 67-62. junior Lindsey Kilen, who really well.” lot of good finished third all-around. chances in Century outshot Faribault The Rochester gymnastics 29-10 and had 10 players get the first, we just couldn’t John Marshall avenges pair teams have just one more regu- on the scoresheet. get them to go lar season meet next Friday at Jake Roth had three assists, Hansen in.” home against Mankato East. while Tyler Iverson, Riese The Big Nine Conference meet Mayo, which dropped to of earlier losses to Mayo Zmolek and Brandon Kautz is Feb. 11 at Mankato, and the 11-6-0 overall, saw its three had two each. Senior captain Post-Bulletin staff conference. ence games again Satur- Section 1AA meet is Feb. 17 at Blake Heroff scored twice, game winning streak snapped. Faribault. Rochester John Marshall “JM is improving as their day. JM plays at Albert Lea, while Cal Bjerke and Hayden The Spartans have now played snapped a three-game losing younger players are develop- and Mayo is home against ROCHESTER ALL-CITY MEET Ashworth each had a goal and three overtime games this streak and avenged two ing and contributing,” said Winona. TEAM SCORES an assist. Erik Wennberg had season and have a 1-2-0 record in those games. The loss to earlier defeats with a 67-62 Mayo coach Shaun Lang. John Marshall 67, Mayo 62 Century 128.775, John Marshall 98.6, Mayo 10 saves to earn the win. 97.2 South St. Paul was Mayo’s win over Mayo on Thursday “We lacked patience early JOHN MARSHALL (67) INDIVIDUAL Andrew Boysen also scored seventh one-goal game this night at the Mayo gym. in the night against their Aaron Grad 7, Riley Amy 16, John Mat- once and Dalton Travis had tison 21, Janek Walker 2, Ngor Barnaba 9. Vault — 1. Andy Jacobs (C) 9.275; 2. Amber season; the Spartans are 4-3-0 JM got a big game from zone,” Lang said. “They Armstrong (M) 8.5; 3. Katie Tran (JM) 8.45; 4. one assist for Century (8-2-1 in those games. junior guard John Mattison were able to create some MAYO (62) Lindsey Kilen (C) 8.4; 5. Jordan Anderson (C) Big Nine, 12-5-2 overall). The with 21 points and the Rock- easy scoring opportunities Maurice Cain 10, Alex Proell 7, Zach Rho- 8.3. Uneven bars — 1. Jacobs 8.725; 2. Tran The Spartans are back in des 6, Tywan Collins 10, Ian Hathaway 24, Panthers are off until next ets won for just the fourth in transition by beating us 8.2; 3. Kilen 7.75; 4. Anderson 7.3; 5. Jenna Thursday when they play host action Saturday, when they Alex Fidler 5. Myhro (C) 5.75. Balance beam — 1. Jacobs time this season, improving down the court.” Other stats: Hathaway 8 rebounds 2 9.025; 2. Tran 8.85; 3. Armstrong 8.15; 4. to Winona. Faribault dropped play a key Big Nine Confer- ence game at Albert Lea. A to 4-11, and 3-6 in the Big The Spartans were led by assists, 2 steals; Collins 8 rebounds, 2 as- Anderson 8.1; 5. Kilen 7.35. Floor exercise to 2-8-0, 3-13-0. sists, 3 steals. — 1. Jacobs 9.25; 2. Tran 8.95; 3. Kilen 8.6; Mayo victory would put it in Nine Conference. a pair of senior forwards, Ian Hathaway with 24 points and Halftime: JM 27, MAYO 22. 4. Anderson 8.1; 5. Armstrong 7.9. Century 8, Faribault 0 first place in the conference. The Rockets got a measure Free throws: JM 13-21, MAYO 14-16. All-around — 1. Jacobs 36.275; 2. Tran Century : Isaac St. Marie 3 goals, 1 assist; eight rebounds, and Tywan The Spartans are one point of revenge for a pair of Three-point goals: JM 4, MAYO 6. 34.45; 3. Kilen 32.1; 4. Anderson 31.8; 5. Jake Roth 3 assists; Blake Heroff 2 goals; Cal behind conference-leading double-digit losses to Mayo Collins with 10 points and Sierra Paske (C) 27.7. Bjerke 1 goal, 1 assist; Hayden Ashworth 1 eight rebounds. PostBulletin.com goal, 1 assist; Tyler Iverson 2 assists; Riese Owatonna, which beat Albert in December. The Spartans Zmolek 2 assists; Brandon Kautz 2 assists; Lea, 6-1, on Thursday. dipped to 5-10, 4-5 in the Both teams play confer- for a slide show of game LOCAL CALENDAR TODAY SWIMMING & DIVING GIRLS HOCKEY ROUNDUP High School Boys Basketball Century at Mankato East, 7:30 p.m. Century tops Mayo scores twice in third to edge JM/Lourdes Lourdes at Lake City, 7:15 p.m. Hope Lutheran at Schaeffer Academy, 7:30 p.m. Post-Bulletin staff great.” ester Century beat Faribault 5-2 in a Mayo to win High School Girls Basketball The goalies were Big Nine Conference girls hockey game Rochester Mayo scored two goals in Mankato East at Century, 7:30 p.m. the third period and escaped with a 3-2 both kept busy, Mia Thursday at the Recreation Center. Big Nine title Albert Lea at John Marshall, 7:30 p.m. win over John Marshall/Lourdes in a Bruesewitz making 34 Katie Aney scored three goals and Mayo at Winona, 7:30 p.m. Post-Bulletin staff girls hockey game Thursday night at the saves for JM/Lourdes, had two assists to lead Century to its Recreation Center. and Rebecca Graham second straight win. The Panthers Lake City at Lourdes, 7:15 p.m. Century topped Mayo 92-76 24 for Mayo. Graham improved to 10-8-0. Hope Lutheran at Schaeffer Academy, in boys swimming and diving Mayo’s Mackenzie 6 p.m. McCormack scored made several saves on Thursday to capture the in the last 90 seconds, “It was our senior SATURDAY Big Nine Conference title. the game-winner with night and we had a just under two minutes with JM/Lourdes’ High School Boys Basketball The win moves the Panthers goalie pulled, Phillips great effort and energy John Marshall at Albert Lea, 7:30 p.m. remaining. The Spar- Bruesewitz from all the girls,” said to 8-0 in the league with one noted. Montrose said Winona at Mayo, 7:30 p.m. tans trailed 1-0 after Century coach Dan meet remaining. Mayo drops one period, and 2-1 Bruesewitz was a “big Lourdes at Plainview-Elgin-Millville (Plain- to 7-1 in the conference and reason we kept it close.” Maidl. “Hannah gave view), 3 p.m. after two. It was McCor- us a great game in net 7-2 overall. Century is 9-0 over- mack’s first game back “I thought both teams played well,” High School Girls Basketball all and has and earned her first from a concussion that Montrose said. “It was a very entertaining varsity win.” Plainview-Elgin-Millville at Lourdes, 6 p.m. now won 84 kept her out for two game and a fun one to be a part of.” High School Wrestling straight dual McCormack Maidl added that weeks. Both teams play again on Saturday. Rochester Century Invitational, 10 a.m. meets. Kautto senior captains Allysa Mayo (16-5-1) is home against Albert Mayo at Lake City Invitational, 10 a.m. “The girls pulled out another come Dahl and Jess Faunce Jason Tri Lea, and JM/Lourdes (11-11-1) is at from behind victory tonight which has “have been through a lot with the High School Boys Hockey won a pair Mankato West. become a bit of a habit for them,” said program so it was nice for them to get Mankato West at John Marshall (Recre- of individual Mayo coach Jeff Phillips. ation Center), 3 p.m. events for Mayo 3, JM/Lourdes 2 the win.” “Despite being down by a goal for Mayo at Albert Lea, 1 p.m. Century (200 John Marshall/Lourdes 1 1 0 — 2 most of two periods they kept working Mayo ...... 0 1 2 — 3 Century has a home game Saturday Lourdes at Delano (Delano Area Ice IM, 100 back- hard and put the puck in the net when John Marshall/Lourdes: Samantha Macken 1 goal, 1 against Owatonna at the Rec Center. Arena), 3 p.m. stroke). it counted.” assist; Nicole Nelson 1 goal; Savannah Seeger 2 assists; Tori The Section One, Class AA tourna- High School Girls Hockey Thompson 1 assist. Goalie: Mia Bruesewitz 34 saves. Tri Elliott ment starts Feb. 6. Owatonna at Century (Recreation Cen- Five different girls accounted for all Mayo: Sara Brakke 1 goal; Emilie Smolders 1 assist; Steph Lynch won ter), 5:30 p.m. of the goals in the game. Emily Nelson Stettler 1 assist; Mackenzie McCormack 1 goal; Emily Nelson Century 5, Faribault 2 two individual events for Mayo John Marshall/Lourdes at Mankato West had two assists for Mayo, and Savan- 2 assists. Goalie: Rebecca Graham 14 saves. Faribault ...... 0 0 2 — 2 (50 freestyle, 100 freestyle) and nah Seeger had two assists for JM/ (All Seasons Arena), noon. was on two winning relays. Century ...... 2 2 1 — 5 Lourdes. Panthers skate past Faribault: Cady Walker 1 goal, 1 assist; Niki Reineke 1 Albert Lea at Mayo (Rec Center), 7:30 p.m. Century won six events in “We played with a lot of passion goal. Goalie: Hannah Seitz 38 saves. Junior College Men’s Basketball the meet and Mayo had five tonight,” said Bob Montrose. “We know Faribault on Senior Night Century: Ashley Adams 1 goal; Rebecca Lorsung 1 assist; Minnesota West at RCTC, 3 p.m. wins. But Century’s overall Allysa Dahl 1 assist; Jessica Aney 1 goal, 2 assists; Madeline our season is quickly closing in and our Hannah Kautto made 20 saves in her Junior College Women’s Basketball depth was the key factor. Eischen 1 assist; Katherine Aney 3 goals; 2 assists. Goalie: girls really want to finish this feeling first varsity victory and helped Roch- Hannah Kautto 20 saves. Minnesota West at RCTC, 1 p.m. “The meet was competitive,” Century coach Linda Freeman said. “In the end the depth WE’RE OPEN ALL WINTER! 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GazebosGGaz 100 butterfly: Drew Hayes (M) 55.92. origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions, poli- 100 freestyle: Lynch (M) 50.65. cies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school administered 500 freestyle: Will Cima (C) 5:25.37. 200 free relay: Mayo (Lynch, Sam Jaeger, programs. Luke Bower, Garrett Dow) 1:32.59. Pergolas 100 backstroke: J.Tri (C) 57.58.

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(Updated through Jan. 27) Kingsland ...... 9 2 9 5 BIG NINE CONFERENCE Rushford-Peterson ....10 4 13 4 Spartans post shutout victory Conf Overall Southland ...... 8 4 11 5 W L W L St. Charles ...... 8 5 12 5 Owatonna ...... 8 1 14 3 Caledonia ...... 7 5 9 6 Post-Bulletin staff Mankato East. “For the five seniors we second time this season. Austin ...... 8 2 11 4 Lewiston-Altura ...... 7 6 8 9 The Rochester Mayo girls Mayo 5, Albert Lea 0 knew this was our last regu- Century’s record is 12-11, and Mankato East ...... 7 3 13 3 Chatfield ...... 5 8 6 11 hockey team played solid Albert Lea ...... 0 0 0 — 0 lar-season away game, so we 8-8 in the Big Nine. Owatonna Century ...... 6 3 12 4 Fillmore Central ...... 4 10 6 11 defense and notched its first Mayo...... 2 2 1 — 5 wanted to really enjoy our won its third straight and Winona ...... 4 4 6 7 Dover-Eyota ...... 1 12 2 16 shutout since November in Albert Lea: No stats provided. time,” said Nelson, a senior seventh in Mayo ...... 4 5 5 10 Wabasha-Kellogg ...... 1 13 2 16 John Marshall ...... 3 6 4 11 Mayo: Gabby Laures 2 assists; Allie Durigan forward and team captain. SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE a 5-0 win over Albert Lea on the last eight, Mankato West ...... 2 7 4 12 1 assist; Olivia Mewhorter 1 assist; Olivia Kemp East Division Saturday night at the Recre- “The game was great and improving to Albert Lea ...... 1 6 2 12 1 goal; Sara Brakke 1 goal, 1 assist; Steph Conf Overall ation Center. Stettler 2 assists; Ashley Weber 2 goals; Emily we were able to watch the 12-10-1 and Faribault ...... 1 7 1 15 Gophers-Minnesota State, 11-4-0 in the W L W L Mayo goalie Rebecca Nelson 1 goal, 1 assist. Goalie: Rebecca Gra- HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE ham 23 saves. Mankato, women’s hockey conference. Spring Grove ...... 8 0 13 2 Graham stopped all 23 shots Gold Division Houston ...... 9 1 13 3 s h e f a c e d game right after our game, “Owatonna Conf Overall so it was a perfect day,” she Lanesboro ...... 6 2 8 6 and the Spar- Rockets roll up plays fast, W L W L Mabel-Canton ...... 6 3 7 7 t a n s w o n added. p h y s i c a l Hayfield ...... 6 1 13 4 Hope Lutheran ...... 2 9 3 11 Byron ...... 6 1 14 1 their second nine goals in victory Montrose pointed out that hockey and West Division Kasson-Mantorville .....6 1 13 4 straight, and JM/Lourdes has lost seven w e s t a y e d Glenville-Emmons ...... 4 4 8 4 MANKATO — The John Lourdes ...... 3 4 11 6 eighth in the Marshall/Lourdes girls hockey games by one goal this season. w i t h t h e m J. Aney Grand Meadow ...... 4 6 7 8 last 10. Winona Cotter ...... 1 5 7 8 team scored a season-high goal “We are so close and when we better than we La Crescent ...... 2 5 3 14 Lyle/Austin Pacelli ...... 3 6 5 8 M a y o total in a 9-0 win over Mankato play with this type of energy did earlier in the season, so Stewartville ...... 0 7 3 13 Schaeffer Academy ....3 6 4 8 improved to West on Saturday. we can compete with a lot of that’s a positive,” said Century Blue Division LeRoy-Ostrander ...... 0 8 1 12 elite teams,” he said. Note: Games between East and West 17-5-1 overall JM/Lourdes snapped a coach Dan Maidl. Cannon Falls ...... 6 1 12 5 and leads the JM/Lourdes closes its regu- Kenyon-Wanamingo ...4 3 8 6 division teams are counted as confer- two-game losing skid with its Three players scored goals ence games. conference at Graham lar season against Mankato Zumbrota-Mazeppa ....4 3 7 8 second win for Century; Jessie Aney and Lake City ...... 4 3 10 7 MISSOTA CONFERENCE 13-0-1. Albert over Mankato East on Tuesday at the Recre- Katie Aney had two assists Lea is 4-11-1 in the Big Nine Goodhue ...... 4 3 11 5 Conf Overall West in the ation Center. each. “For us to stay with W L W L and 4-18-1 overall. Triton ...... 1 5 2 12 B i g N i n e JM/Lourdes 9, Mankato West 0 a team like this we really Pine Island ...... 1 6 3 12 Chanhassen ...... 5 0 13 4 “The girls did a great job Conference JM/Lourdes ...... 2 3 4 — 9 need three periods played at Note: Games between Blue and Gold New Prague ...... 4 1 12 5 tonight putting together three season. JM/ Mankato West ....0 0 0 — 0 the highest intensity which teams are not counted as conference Holy Angels ...... 2 2 9 5 games. good periods of hockey,” said L o u r d e s John Marshall/Lourdes: Hannah Nelson 1 is tough,” Maid added. “We Shakopee ...... 2 2 6 10 Mayo coach Jeff Phillips. improved to goal, 1 assist; Sam Macken 1 goal, 4 assists; THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Farmington ...... 2 3 6 11 Nicole Nelson 2 goals; Laura Meillier 1 goal, 1 were happy with the physical “Rebecca Graham had her 12-11-1 over- play of our defense in front Conf Overall Chaska ...... 2 2 8 8 second shutout of the season assist; Marisa Lecy 1 assist; Savannah Seeger W L W L Red Wing ...... 1 4 5 11 all and 10-5-1 1 goal, 1 assist; Sydney Dison 1 goal; Kate of our net which was one of P-E-M ...... 11 1 13 4 Northfield ...... 0 5 4 11 and looked real focused in in the confer- Valentine 1 goal, 1 assist; Tori Thompson 1 our focus points coming into net.” ence. West assist; Lisa Bjork 1 goal. Goalie: Mia Bruese- the game.” Ashley Weber scored twice lost its third Macken witz 25 saves. Century closes the regu- for Mayo, and Steph Stettler straight and is Mankato West: Goalie: Madison Zellmer 31 saves. lar season this week with and Gabby Laures had multi- 3-18-1, 0-14-1 in the Big Nine. WRESTLING RANKINGS two games, Tuesday at home ple assists. “We played a very inspired against Dodge County, and Team and individual rankings 220 “The line of Gabby Laures, game and had the chance to Owatonna stops Thursday at Winona. Emily Nelson and Sara play four lines and all of our provided by theguillotine.com 6. Tyler Petit, Plainview-Elgin-Millville Century’s win streak Owatonna 5, Century 3 CLASS AAA 9. Travis Frank, Caledonia/Houston Brakke played their first game defense on a regular basis,” 285 together and had two goals said JM/Lourdes coach Bob Owatonna scored three Owatonna ...... 1 3 1 — 5 1. Apple Valley Century ...... 1 1 1 — 3 2. Hastings 1. Austin Goergen, Caledonia/Houston that they each had a goal and Montrose. times in the second period and 2. Sam Stoll, Kasson-Mantorville skated past Rochester Century Owatonna: MaKenzie Macy 1 assist; Pay- 3. Saint Michael-Albertville assist on,” Phillips noted. “It Montrose said the entire ton Noble 2 goals; Emily Cochran 1 goals1 10. Isaac Vesel, La Crescent 5-3 in a Big Nine Conference 4. Cambridge-Isanti was great to see them clicking team played great. Nicole assists; Tess Heyer 1 goal; Whitney Kubat 1 5. Albert Lea Area CLASS A so quickly.” Nelson scored twice and was girls hockey game Saturday at assist; Abby Sawyer 1 goal. Goalie: Mallory 6. Coon Rapids 1. Jackson County Central Mayo closes its regular the only player with multiple the Recreation Center. Dietz 21 saves. 7. Forest Lake 2. Kimball Area season with two road games goals. Sam Macken had four Century had a winning Century: Shantel Loos 1 goal; Jessie Aney 8. Owatonna 3. Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City 1 goal, 2 assists; Katie Aney 1 goal, 2 assists. 4. Minneota this week, Thursday at assists, and goalie Mia Brue- streak stopped at two games Goalies: Abby Cunningham 3 saves; Kaitlyn 9. Prior Lake 5. Wabasso/Red Rock Central Owatonna, and Saturday at sewitz made 25 saves. and lost to Owatonna for the Maidl 23 saves. 10. Shakopee 11. Centennial 6. Frazee 12. Anoka 7. Lake Crystal-Wellcome Memorial Lean and Mean: Lakeville North, Little 8. Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg Falls, White Bear Lake Area, Henry Sibley, 9. Badger/Greenbush-Middle River ROCHESTER BOYS BASKETBALL Rochester Mayo. 10. Pierz AREA INDIVIDUALS 11. Holdingford 138 12. Maple River 9. Jake Hanson, Rochester Mayo Lean and Mean: Kenyon-Wanamingo, Lourdes boys handle Plainview-Elgin-Millville 195 New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva, 9. Justin Carr, Rochester Mayo Chatfield, Saint Jame, Canby, Wabasha- Post-Bulletin staff Sam Ruth powered PEM Hathaway led ball game. Kellogg, Zumbrota-Mazeppa, Blue Earth CLASS AA Area, Paynesville Area, New York Mills, PLAINVIEW — Rochester with 20 points. Mayo with 19 JM lost for the fourth time 1. Simley Border West, Barnesville, Aitkin. Lourdes built a nice lead by Lourdes returns to confer- points, and he in its last five games and 2. Scott West AREA INDIVIDUALS halftime and stretched it into ence action Tuesday at Kasson- made 9 of 12 dropped to 4-12 overall and 3. Foley 106 a 69-54 non-conference win in Mantorville, and PEM is home shots from the 3-7 in the conference. Albert 4. Kasson-Mantorville 2. Joey Majerus, Zumbrota-Mazeppa a non-conference boys basket- against Kingsland in a Three field. Junior Lea snapped a three-game 5. New London-Spicer 7. Hank Friederichs, Chatfield 6. Adrian ball game at Plainview-Elgin- Rivers Conference game. forward Alex losing skid and is 4-11, 3-6 in 120 Proell made 7. Milaca 1. Mitchel Lexvold, Kenyon-Wanamingo Millville on Saturday. Lourdes 69, Plainview-Elgin-Millville the Big NIne. 8. Becker 54 s i x f r e e 6. Mick Roemer, Wabasha-Kellogg Lourdes grabbed the lead “We just started out slow, 9. Hutchinson/Buffalo Lake-Hector LOURDES (69) throws in the 9. AJ Riley, Chatfield early and never relinquished we never got going,” said JM 10. Monticello Sean Griffin 12, Michael Dearani 4, Alex second half to 10. Patrick Ramirez, Triton it, winning coach Rich- 11. Perham Glynn 7, Derek Weinshenk 1, Jacob Schaefer help the Spar- Hathaway 126 its fourth ard Cain. “We 12. Dawson-Boyd/Lac qui Parle Valley 25, Mark Pagel 10, Kyle Kapraun 10. tans seal the 1. Oakley McLain, Kenyon-Wanamingo straight game PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE (54) can’t give up Lean and Mean: New Prague, Thief 9. Kyle Drehmel, Goodhue win. River Falls/Goodridge, Caledonia/Hous- Chase Montgomery 2, Cole Stelow 2, Mike 80-plus points 10. Harvey Friederichs, Chatfield to improve ton, Plainview-Elgin-Millville, Windom Barnes 4, Aaron Grobe 4, Cory Speer 10, Beau Mayo played without start- to 12-6. PEM in a basket- Area/Mountain Lake/Butterfield-Odin, 132 Nelson 7, Sam Ruth 20, Nick Shanks 3. had a two- ing senior guard Nate Penz, b a l l g a m e Pequot Lakes/Pine River-Backus, Annan- 8. Cody Ball, Saint Charles game winning Halftime: LOU 26, PEM 18. who was home ill. and expect to dale/Maple Lake, Mora, Grand Rapids, 145 Free throws: LOU 29-43, PEM 11-17. streak halted Winona struggled with its win.” Lewiston-Altura/Rushford-Peterson , 5. Rusty Grisim, Lake City Three-point goals: LOU 2 (Pagel 1 Kapraun Chisago Lakes Area (7), WEM/JWP, 160 and the Bull- 1), PEM 1 (Nelson 1). outside shooting, making 2-of- J u n i o r Hinckley-Finlayson/Pine City/East Central, 3. Will Balow, Lake City dogs are 13-5 19 from three-point range. guard John AREA INDIVIDUALS overall. Junior forward Dan Schwartz 220 M a t t i s o n 106 10. Matt Wilson, Saint Charles Mayo gets defensive led the Winhawks with 17 s c o r e d “The kids Mattison 4. Brady Berge, Kasson-Mantorville played really Kapraun to beat Winona points. 2 0 p o i n t s 8. Paul Fitterer, Cannon Falls/Randolph well; Plain- Mayo’s next game is Friday and junior 113 The Rochester Mayo boys view is obviously a very good at Austin. forward Aaron Grad added 10. Devon Felten, Austin/Austin Pacelli opponent,” said Lourdes coach basketball team played its best 16 to lead the Rockets. For 120 Mayo 44, Winona 37 Jim Daly. “I’m really proud of defensive game of the season Albert Lea, senior center Kyle 2. Brett Stolarzyk, Stewartville in a 44-37 win over Winona on WINONA (37) 6. Nate Thomas, Kasson-Mantorville the way the kids worked hard Hunter Gamoke 2, Drew Thompson 3, Ooms scored 23, and sopho- and came ready to play. Saturday at Mayo’s McNish more guard Tyler Vanden- 7. Justin Doerr, Lewiston-Altura/R-P Gym. Hunter Kruse 5, Brandon Gamoke 2, Skyler 126 Marks 3, Jeff Schultz 2, Jayson Ewert 3, Dan heuvel added 18. The Tigers “I think we hopefully getting 5. Noah Schlee, GMLOK Mayo allowed a season-low Schwartz 17. better each game.” outscored JM by 10 at the free 9. Erick Power, Austin/Austin Pacelli point total and snapped a two- MAYO (44) Sophomore center Jacob throw line. 132 game losing skid, improving Maurice Cain 7, Alex Proell 6, Zach Rhodes Schaefer had a big game for JM has two games later 6. Branden Schorr, Kasson-Mantorville to 6-10 overall and evening its 2, Tywan Collins 4, Alec Armon 2, Ian Reid Lourdes with in the week, Thursday at 138 Big Nine Conference mark at Hathaway 19, Alex Fidler 2, Bill Belch 1. 2 5 p o i n t s Mankato West, and Friday at 2. Coltan Laganiere, Kasson-Mantorville AN OLD STORY 5-5. Winona is 6-8, 4-5 in the Other stats: Hathaway 9-12 FG, 4 re- a n d n i n e bounds; Proell 6-6 FT; Collins 5 rebounds. home against Mankato East. 145 Big Nine. 4. Jordan Theede, Lewiston-Altura/R-P r e b o u n d s , Halftime: MAYO 18, WIN 17. It is an unfortunate reality that Albert Lea 83, John Marshall 77 152 and junior “The kids really played Free throws: WIN 9-12, MAYO 12-24. only approximately one in fi ve JOHN MARSHALL (77) 3. Lucas Roe, GMLOK tough on defense and really Three-point goals: WIN 2 (Kruse 1, Ewert people who could benefi t from a forward Kyle Aaron Grad 16, Christian Hermansen 3, Riley 9. Darrin Allen, Kasson-Mantorville got after it,” said Mayo assis- 1), MAYO 0. Amy 9, Deonte Moore 5, John Mattison 20, K a p r a u n 10. Chris Boehmke, Lewiston-Altura/R-P hearing instrument actually use tant coach Brad Vaught, Kadri Plott 2, Kyle Gossman 0, Kyle Dahlstrom a d d e d 160 one. The other four reject using a speaking for head coach 10, Ngor Barnaba 12. 1 0 p o i n t s Rockets sputter in 6. Jack Ihrke, Plainview-Elgin-Millville hearing instrument for any number Shaun Lang. The Spartans’ ALBERT LEA (83) of reasons, perhaps the most a n d n i n e Evan Templeman 2, Tyler Vandenheuvel 170 rebounds. defensive average is over 60 loss to Albert Lea 18, Dylan See-rockers 16, Luke Ellis 0, Tyler 2. Garret Miller, Plainview-Elgin-Millville common of which is the perception points per game. that it will “make them look older.” L o u r d e s Ruth ALBERT LEA — Roches- Wichmann 18, Kyle Ooms 23, Miles Erdman 6. Dylan DePestal, Lewiston-Altura/R-P o u t - “The guys off the bench ter John Marshall fell behind 0, Cody Scherff 6. 10. Shane Loken, Caledonia/Houston The fact is that nothing makes a rebounded the Bulldogs 30-25 really contributed, and it was early and spent the night play- Halftime: AL 35, JM 26. 182 person with impaired hearing look Free throws: JM 11-12, AL 21-33. 10. 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ROCHESTER GIRLS BASKETBALL HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE BOYS BASKETBALL Ulsh helps Mayo beat K-M dominates Lourdes JM for a third time 3 weeks after close game By Pat Ruff in building their record to 7-1 Post-Bulletin staff sist, 3 steals, 10-11 FT; Hartman 6 rebounds, [email protected] in the HVL and 14-4 overall. 4 assist, 6-7 FT; Kupfer 4 rebounds, 3 steals, Lourdes slipped to 3-5, 12-7. Rochester Mayo remained 3 blocks; Caldwell 4 assist, 4 steals; Schultz 4 (507) 285-7723 a game out of the Big Nine rebounds; Clark 2 assist, 2 steals. KASSON — That showdown But it was that defense that Conference lead with a Halftime: CENT 36, MW 33. game? especially got K-M coach Chris narrow 44-40 win over John Free throws: MW 22-26, CENT 22-30. It never materialized. Kasson- Otterness’ attention. Marshall in a girls basketball Three-point goals: MW 3 (Schoper 1, Mantorville saw to that as it got “We just really kept our game Tuesday night at the Franke 1, Christianson 1), CENT 5 (Lewis 2, Asuncion 2, Hartman 1). off to a fast start against Roch- energy up,” said Otterness, John Marshall gym. ester Lourdes and never let whose team built a 30-21 inter- Mayo got a huge perfor- up. The KoMets wound up with mission lead, then upped mance from senior center KoMets halt Eagles’ a 57-37 win in the Hiawatha that margin to 15 points eight Lauren Ulsh with 26 points win streak at 3 Valley League boys basketball minutes into the second half. and the Spartans beat JM for game Tuesday night. “We didn’t have that drop that the third time this season. Kasson-Mantorville scored you sometimes have when you the first 17 points and cruised “They did everything better Mayo improved to 13-5, than we did,” Lourdes coach build a nice lead.” and 10-1 in the conference to a 78-56 win over Rochester Jim Daly said. Otterness appreciated his one game behind unbeaten Lourdes in a Hiawatha Valley The score was a whole lot team’s defense, and loved the Mankato East. JM is 7-12, 4-7 League girls basketball game closer the last time the teams fact that they were able to hold in the Big Nine. Tuesday night at the Lourdes gym. met, on Jan. 13. That’s when prolific inside scorer Jacob “It was a pretty competitive K-M escaped the Lourdes Schaefer to 14 points. He also game; both teams can prob- K-M built a 22-point lead gymnasium with a 57-56 win. liked his team’s rebounding ably play by halftime and went on to So, what was the difference advantage. K-M won that battle better but sweep the two-game season this time? Well, the KoMets 32-18, led by eight boards by you never series and snap the Eagles’ were different. At least they Drake Matuska. know how three-game winning streak. sure thought so. things will The KoMets won their third Then there was that balance play out in straight and improved to 19-1 “We played a lot harder this on offense. Matt Thompson a cross-town overall and 7-1 in the Gold time,” K-M senior point guard had 16 points, Griffin Reed 12 game,” JM Division of the HVL. Lourdes Grant Starkey said. “I think and Nate Bauer 10. coach Terry is 6-13, 0-7 in the HVL Gold. because they had graduated Besides Schaefer’s 14 points, so many guys from last year’s Heiderscheit “We started really slow; Lourdes had nobody with more said. (state runner-up) team, that we than eight points. The Eagles Scott Jacobson / [email protected] they jumped on us 17-0 felt like we could handle them “Lauren had an unfortunate blow in Kasson Mantorville’s Grant Starkey looks one way and Ulsh before we realized we were pretty easily.” Ulsh had in a game,” Lourdes coach the first half when guard Sean passes the other, around Lourdes’ Kyle Kapraun during a real nice Well, after finding out differ- Griffin went down with a knee the first half Tuesday at the K-M gym. Myron Glass said. “We got it ently, the KoMets were deter- game for Mayo; she is a good to 14 but we dug too deep of injury, and didn’t return to ball player and we needed to mined to not let this contest the game. KASSON-MANTORVILLE (57) Halftime: K-M 30, LOUR 21. a whole.” be nearly so dramatic. They make things more difficult for K-M 57, Lourdes 37 Grant Starkey 5, Nate Bauer 10, Peter Free throws: LOUR 5-14, K-M 13-22. Abbey Lacey scored 17 to got that done thanks to lots of her,” Heiderscheit said. LOURDES (37) Schwartz 2, Matt Thompson 16, Drake Three-point goals: LOUR 1 (Griffin 1), K-M lead three K-M players in defense, solid rebounding and Matuska 6, Kyle Peters-Kruger 2, Josh Murphy 4 (Thompson 2, Bauer 2). Katelyn Rushton led JM James Randle 2, John Bigler 1, Sean Griffin double figures. The KoMets terrific balance on offense. 4, Griffin Reed 12. with 14 points and four shot 49 percent from the 8, Michael Dearani 2, Derek Weinshenk 2, PostBulletin.com assists. In other words, they did Jacob Schaefer 14, Ethan Plager 3, Mark Pagel Other stats: Matuska 8 rebounds, Starkey field. pretty much everything well 4, Dan Sloan 2. 6 assists, Bauer 4 steals for slide show of this game It’s the third straight year For Lourdes, senior guard that Mayo has gone 3-0 against Stephanie Helt had 17 points JM in the regular season, and and four assists, and Sara ROCHESTER GIRLS HOCKEY the Spartans have won nine Hobday scored 13. straight in their intra-city series. JM beat the Spartans “Freelancing against them three times 2008-09. does not work,” Glass said JM/Lourdes earns tie with 3rd-period goal JM has two more games of K-M. “They were really this week, Thursday at hot, and they were focused, Post-Bulletin staff “This was definitely one of our better 10-2 at Graham Arena. The Wildcats home against Mankato West, making 19-fof-34 shots in the games. Our girls, from top to bottom, scored four goals in each of the first two first half.” Rochester John Marshall/Lourdes and Friday on the road at came up with a goal in the third period played with a lot of determination. I was periods. Mankato East. Mayo is home Lourdes plays another to salvage a 1-1 tie with Mankato East very proud of the team effort tonight.” Darby Dodds led the Friday against Austin. conference game Friday at in the last game of the regular season The Section 1AA tournament begins way for the winners with Stewartville. K-M, which beat Mayo 44, JM 40 Tuesday at Graham Arena. next week. four goals. Dana Rasmus- Lourdes by 24 a few weeks sen had two goals and MAYO (44) Sydney Dison scored an unassisted Mankato East 1, JM/Lourdes 1 ago, plays Friday at Byron. three assists. Century got Anna Lundquist 4, Katrina Ruedinger 3, goal for JM/Lourdes with 7:42 left in the Mankato East ...... 1 0 0 — 1 Laura Henderson 2, Lauren Ulsh 26, Michelle K-M 78, Lourdes 56 game and that tied the score and ended John Marshall/Lourdes .. 0 0 1 — 1 two goals from Kather- Hansen 0, Rachael Doll 3, Samantha Miller ine Aney and two assists KASSON-MANTORVILLE (78) the scoring. Mankato East : Sarah Biesterveld 1 assist; Rebekah Kolstad 3, Shelby Stewart 3. 1 goal. Goalie: Melany Anderson 19 saves. from Jessica Aney. Holly Peterson 13, Autumn Ehlke 4, Abby JM/Lourdes closed JOHN MARSHALL (40) Manitz 14, Cori Kennedy 8, Abbey Lacey John Marshall/Lourdes: Sydney Dison 1 goal. Goalie: Mia “The girls played with the regular season with Katelyn Rushton 14, Kalli Fautsch 4, Megan 17, Toni Kennedy 0, Kaia Buck 8, Erin Bruesewitz 26 saves. a lot of intensity know- Byrne 2, Megan Haynes 3, Katie Boldt 3, a 12-11-2 record, and Schlotthauer 10, Kailyn Wigham 4, Kaleigh Dodds ing the playoffs are right Allison Radke 6, Allyson Sherden 2, Nicole Thomas 0. 10-5-2 in the Big Nine around the corner,” Fautsch 6, Amila Dzamalija 0. Other stats: Team 25, 49 percent FG Conference. Mankato Dodge County rolls past Other stats: N. Fautsch 6 rebounds; Rush- (31-63); Buck 6 rebounds. Dodge County coach Jeremy Gunderson ton 4 assists. East has two regular LOURDES (56) Century, improves to 19-5 said. Halftime: JM 19, MAYO 17. season games left and Stephanie Helt 17, Becca Mehling 0, Grace is 17-4-2, 12-2-2 in the Dodge County sure got the attention of The Wildcats are 19-5 overall. Free throws: MAYO 12-20, JM 6-10. Dearani 0, Alyssa Nelson 6, Anna Branstad Three-point goals: MAYO 2 (Stew- 0, Emily Glynn 2, Jessie Alexander 10, Rachel conference. the Century girls hockey team on Tues- Dodge County 10, Century 2 art, Ruedinger), JM 6 (Rushton 3, Radke, day night at Graham Arena. Dodge County ...... 4 4 2 — 10 Sobiesk 0, Jennifer Rahman 4, Betsey Daly 4, Dison JM/Lourdes coach Bob Haynes). Sara Hobday 13, Karrie Virgin 0. Montrose was pleased “Dodge County played great and they Century ...... 0 2 0 — 2 Other stats: Team 25 rebounds, 44 per- with his team’s effort have a good team,” Panthers coach Dan Dodge County: Dana Rasmussen 2 goals, 3 assists; Lydia cent FG (20-46); Alexander 8 rebounds; Wagner 1 goal; Darby Dodds 4 goals; Emily Gunderson 1 goal; Asuncion scores 28 Helt 4 assists. against what he called a top team in the Maidl said. “They should be a real threat Brieanna Westrom 1 assist; Kortney Kleber 1 goal, 4 assists; conference. Madison Tibben 1 goal; Katie Robinson 2 assists. Goalie: Anna Halftime: K-M 47, LOUR 25. to anyone in the Section 1AA tourna- in Century’s win “We controlled the puck for most of the ment.” Hunter 13 saves. Free throws: K-M 12-19, LOUR 15-20. Century: Shantel Loos 1 assist; Jessica Aney 2 assists; Rochester Century broke Three-point goals: K-M 4 (Peterson 1, C. game, but couldn’t put away the chances They were more than a threat to Katherine Aney 2 goals. Goalie: Abby Cunningham 10 saves; away from a close game after Kennedy 2, Lacey 1), LOUR 1 (Helt 1). we had,” said Montrose. Century, as they blitzed the Panthers Hannah Kautto 8 saves; Kaitlyn Maidl 12 saves. halftime and cruised to a 77-65 win over Mankato West in a girls basketball game Tuesday at the Century gym. Century led by only three points at halftime, but the Panthers dominated the $ second half and pulled away to their second win over the 50 Gift Card With a Set of 4 Tires! West Scarlets this Big Nine Conference season. 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RCTC No. 2 Central Lakes edges Yellowjackets sophomore By Guy N. Limbeck with just 1.3 seconds left. 12 shooting. provided to be crucial. The Max [email protected] Point guard Shiron Williams “The game came down to Yellowjackets had four turn- Morgan (507) 285-7724 had a three-point shot at the points in the paint,” Williams overs and a missed shot on their passes buzzer to win the game, but it said. “They dominated us. But next five possessions. Central through Rochester Community and Lakes took the lead in that span Technical College has played was off the mark. we had a chance.” the legs of and then Williams missed a Central in the last two NJCAA National “We just couldn’t quite Williams led the way. The final three at the buzzer. Tournaments in men’s basket- finish,” LaPlante said. Yellowjackets point guard had Lakes RCTC was hampered by defender ball, so coach Brian LaPlante The game was a back-and- 23 points, eight assists and knows a tournament-level game six rebounds. Deuntae Broad- forward Torren Dowdy’s injury. Jesse forth affair the entire evening He started, but was limited when he sees one. in front of the biggest crowd of nax added 14 points and Max Fleming Morgan chipped with nine off with a sore hip and was held during LaPlante admitted that the season. Not only was the scoreless. Wednesday’s MCAC Southern game appetizing, but Student the bench, all in the first half. action With the win, Central Lakes Division showdown between the Life at RCTC offered a free Wednesday While Central Lakes was improves to 20-1, 5-1 in the host Yellowjackets and Central meal between the women’s and at the UCR scoring inside, RCTC did Southern Division. RCTC slips Lakes had just that feel. men’s game. Both teams held a much of its damage outside. to 14-6, 3-3 in the league. Regional “It had a national tournament six-point lead at one stage, but The Yellowjackets hit 10 of 20 Sports atmosphere,” LaPlante said. “It for the most part the margin three-pointers and six different Central Lakes 77, RCTC 75 Center. was fun.” was just two or three points. players made a three. Williams CENTRAL LAKES (77) Fleming, a Michael Farrington 6, Ronnie Kornbaum 7, With two elite junior college “You knew there was going made 3 of 4 and Brady Anfin- sophomore son and Vince Carey were both Maurie Hernandez 19, Kwamaine Johnson 17, teams playing at a high level, to be a battle when you came Brandon Davis 7, Jesse Fleming 21. from here,” Central Lakes coach 2-for-3. in front of a big crowd, the RCTC (75) Phoenix, game did not disappoint. But Jim Russell said. “Brian does Central Lakes led 71-70 when Shiron Williams 23, Kenny Harper 4, Deuntae led Central the host Yellowjackets came a great job.” Williams was called for a tech- Broadnax 14, Vincent Cary 8, Max Morgan Lakes up just short, falling to Central Central Lakes held the upper nical with 3:15 to play. After 9, Brady Anfinson 7, Josh Zitzmann 4, Vidal with 21 Lakes 77-75. hand on the inside. The taller the Raiders made 1 of 2 foul Vance 6. Halftime: RCTC 38, CL 36. points on Central Lakes, now ranked Raiders scored on the inside, shots, Williams took control. 10-for-12 He hit a three-pointer and then Three-point goals: CL 6-18 (Hernandez 3, No. 2 in the nation in Division often after getting a penetrating Kornbaum 2, Johnson 1). RCTC 10-20 (Williams shooting. III, overcame a late 75-72 deficit drive and pass. made two of three free throws 3, Anfinson 2, Carey 2, Vance 1, Morgan 1, to win. Kwamaine Johnson tied Johnson, a 6-foot-3 forward, after being fouled while taking Broadnax 1). Elizabeth the game for the Raiders with a had 17 points and eight assists. a three with 2:12 left. That put Free throws: CL 7-10, RCTC 9-15. Field Nida Obert goals: CL 32-61, RCTC 28-55. three-pointer with 1:10 to play. Farrington also had eight RCTC up 75-72, but the Yellow- enida@ jackets would not score again. Rebounds: CL 33 (Johnson 7, Fleming 7), postbulletin. Michael Farrington snapped assists. Jesse Fleming, a 6-6 RCTC 26 (Williams 6). Assists: CL 21 (Farrington com the tie with a pull-up jumper center, had 21 points on 10-for- Turnovers down the stretch 8, Johnson 8), RCTC 17 (Williams 8).

COLLEGE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY STATISTICS RCTC boosts Brooklyn Birdseye ...... 1 0 1 BOYS Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct ROCHESTER CENTURY Mia Bruesewitz ...... 5-4-0 3.13 .907 mark to 16-4 Record: 12-5-2 Erin Meyers ...... 5-5-1 3.09 .900 Player G A Pts. Brittany Arthur ...... 1-2-0 1.40 .829 By Guy N. Limbeck Brandon Kautz ...... 10 17 27 ROCHESTER MAYO [email protected] Hayden Ashworth ...... 9 16 25 Record: 17-5-1 Nick Jacobs ...... 9 15 24 (507) 285-7724 Player G A Pts. Dalton Travis ...... 11 8 19 Emily Nelson ...... 11 12 23 It’s might be hard for play- Isaac St. Marie ...... 9 6 15 Steph Stettler ...... 9 13 22 ers to keep their intensity for Tyler Iverson ...... 4 9 13 Gabby Laures ...... 7 14 21 a full game when they have Jacob Roth ...... 3 9 12 Heightland Noesen Eischen Wagner Sara Brakke ...... 10 6 16 the contest well in hand. Wyatt Travis ...... 3 8 11 (JM) (Red Wing) (Century) (Dodge Cty.) Olivia Mewhorter ...... 8 7 15 But Steve Hucke wants his Riese Zmolek ...... 3 5 8 Ashley Weber ...... 7 7 14 Blake Heroff ...... 6 1 7 Rochester Community and Andrew Ellingson ...... 0 1 1 Marcus Noesen ...... 3 7 10 Mackenzie McCormack ...... 4 8 12 Matt Sturchio ...... 1 3 4 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Michael Bigelbach ...... 2 6 8 Kali Aldrich ...... 4 3 7 Technical College women’s Calvin Bjerke ...... 3 1 4 basketball team to try. Andrew Ellingson ...... 8-2-0 2.63 .866 Dayton Johnson ...... 2 6 8 Beth Gibson ...... 3 4 7 Adam Sherden ...... 1 1 2 Jesse Neumann ...... 5-4-0 2.85 .859 Tyler Grove ...... 3 5 8 Makinzee Kazeck ...... 1 3 4 The host Yellowjackets Ki-Jana Humphreys ...... 1 1 2 Marcus Dodge ...... 3 1 4 Tessa Rud ...... 0 4 4 had very little trouble with Nick Musta ...... 0 1 1 ROCHESTER MAYO Joe Partington ...... 0 3 3 Meghan Trangsrud ...... 1 2 3 Record: 12-7-0 Central Lakes on Wednes- Braydon Moran ...... 0 1 1 Tyler Rea ...... 0 3 3 Sam Carlson ...... 1 2 3 Player G A Pts. day, rolling to an easy 72-42 Andrew Boysen ...... 1 0 1 Kyle LaPorte ...... 1 1 2 Olivia Kemp ...... 2 0 2 Adam Alcott ...... 7 19 26 victory in MCAC Southern Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Jack Groman ...... 1 0 1 Allie Durigan ...... 0 2 2 Max Whitney ...... 10 7 17 Division play. Erik Wennberg ...... 10-4-2 2.67 .898 Ross Elford ...... 1 0 1 Emilie Smolders ...... 1 1 2 Steve Serratore ...... 3 13 16 Eric Rohleder ...... 2-1-0 3.00 .860 Nick Sammon ...... 0 1 1 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct RCTC had its way with Elizabeth Nida Obert Jack Dingle ...... 5 11 16 Justin Lunde ...... 0 1 1 Rebecca Graham ...... 14-3-1 1.72 .926 the Raiders in the first half, [email protected] ROCHESTER JOHN MARSHALL Ryan Martin ...... 8 6 14 Anthony Kimmes ...... 0 1 1 Jamie Clay ...... 3-2-0 2.25 .887 Record: 9-9-2 Nolan Edwards ...... 7 6 13 opening up a commanding RCTC’s Aly Meyer protects Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Player G A Pts. Matt Rogers ...... 8 3 11 DODGE COUNTY 44-16 lead. the ball as Central Lakes Preston Blaney ...... 6-6-1 3.03 .905 Gavin Sandwick ...... 12 16 28 Nik Brozovich ...... 4 4 8 Record: 19-5-0 Jack Burkle ...... 3-2-0 3.75 .849 “We played well when we tries to stop her. Meyer Hunter Heightland ...... 9 13 22 Player G A Pts. had to,” Hucke said. “I’m Tommy Fjelsted ...... 3 4 7 led the Yellowjackets Kyle Andrews ...... 10 8 18 Tommy Hanson ...... 5 1 6 Darby Dodds ...... 45 28 73 happy we came out the first with 18 points. Alec McGinn ...... 9 6 15 Will Holtan ...... 1 4 5 GIRLS Dana Rasmussen ...... 36 30 66 half with intensity and set Alex Lovett ...... 6 9 15 Marcus Nordstrom ...... 1 1 2 ROCHESTER CENTURY Kortney Kleber ...... 22 36 58 Nick Paulson ...... 7 6 13 the tone.” Josh Newman ...... 1 1 2 Record: 12-12-0 Lydia Wagner ...... 17 26 43 zone defense. Matt Broman ...... 1 11 12 “Just to come out with a lot Justyn Sweet ...... 2 0 2 Player G A Pts. Emily Gunderson ...... 5 33 38 The message seems to hit Sam Broman ...... 8 4 12 Seth Gilbertson ...... 1 1 2 Jessica Aney ...... 23 47 70 Katie Robinson ...... 4 20 24 of intensity to start the game Jared Bromberg ...... 0 9 9 home to the players. Brian Murray ...... 0 1 1 Katie Aney ...... 40 25 65 Madison Tibben ...... 3 11 14 was (huge),” RCTC sopho- Jared Kristo ...... 2 5 7 “He says we can’t play Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Shantel Loos ...... 9 8 17 Bella Wagner ...... 4 9 13 more post Aly Meyer said. Jason Macken ...... 0 6 6 down to their level, but that Case Hansen ...... 8-6-0 3.18 .897 Ashley Adams ...... 8 5 13 Molly Shelton ...... 4 3 7 “At the end of the game we Matt Cyr ...... 1 3 4 we have play as well as we Michael DeBusman .....4-1-0 2.25 .850 Leah Batterson ...... 1 8 9 Emily Mundy ...... 2 3 5 had a little slump.” Ryan Lakin ...... 0 4 4 Madeline Eischen ...... 5 3 8 Brede Postier ...... 4 1 5 can play,” Meyer said. Mitch King ...... 2 0 2 DODGE COUNTY Meyer paced the Yellow- Allysa Dahl ...... 1 6 7 Emily Rohlik ...... 1 2 3 And overall the Yellow- Garrett Strom ...... 0 2 2 Record: 2-15-0 jackets with 18 points and Rebecca Lorsung ...... 1 5 6 Magdalyn Wick ...... 2 1 3 jackets have been playing Jack Christensen ...... 0 1 1 Player G A Pts. eight rebounds. She was a Grace Becker ...... 2 4 6 Hollywood Hermanson ...... 1 1 2 Marcus Buehler ...... 1 0 1 Sam Robinson ...... 6 6 12 well. They are 16-4 overall Markayle Schears ...... 1 3 4 Morgan Michaletz ...... 1 1 2 force inside, making 7 of Kevin Henslin ...... 0 1 1 Stefan Rechtzigel ...... 6 4 10 and 5-1 in the Southern Divi- McKenna Bridges ...... 2 2 4 Brieanna Westrom ...... 0 2 2 11 shots from the field and Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Gordon Law ...... 6 3 9 sion and are off until next Anna Grinde ...... 1 3 4 Eryn Larsen ...... 1 0 1 4-for-5 at the line. Jimmy Casazza ...... 5-3-0 1.84 .907 Christian Schillo ...... 4 4 8 Wednesday. Jessica Faunce ...... 1 2 3 Samantha McElmury ...... 0 1 1 Jacob Garvey ...... 4-6-2 2.96 .874 Spencer Senn ...... 3 3 6 “I thought Aly played a MaKenzie Birkestrand ...... 0 2 2 Madison Edgar ...... 0 1 1 RCTC 72, Central Lakes 42 Thor Knutson ...... 2 3 5 better game after struggling Elisabeth Soderlind ...... 0 1 1 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct ROCHESTER LOURDES Billy Steinberg ...... 3 2 5 the past couple of nights,” CENTRAL LAKES (42) Stephanie Bon ...... 0 1 1 Anna Hunter ...... 16-5-0 2.26 .898 Record: 13-6-0 Benton Westrom ...... 2 2 4 Hucke said. Lindsey Roos 8, Lena Montano 4, Jalynn Player G A Pts. Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Sarah Underwood ...... 2-0-0 0.00 1.000 Lamb 11, Hanna Lamberg 2, Betsy Helmeke John Bovia ...... 1 3 4 Alex Funk ...... 22 20 42 Kaitlyn Maidl ...... 4-4-0 3.11 .892 “The guards do a great job 1, Caitlin Robinson 6, Nikka Pearson 3, Eliza- Bryan Knesel ...... 1 2 3 RED WING Jason Samuelson ...... 17 24 41 Abby Cunningham ...... 7-6-0 3.47 .874 of getting me the ball,” Meyer beth Mattson 3, Emily Weber 4. Sam Wick ...... 2 1 3 Record: 15-7-1 said. “Without them I don’t Landon Farrell ...... 11 22 33 Brock Leisen ...... 0 3 3 ROCHESTER JM/LOURDES Player G A Pts. RCTC (71) Justin Dewitz ...... 7 19 17 get the ball inside.” Grant Klancher ...... 0 2 2 Record: 12-11-2 Nicole Schammel ...... 34 26 60 Jacey Anderson 6, Cortney Kasten 3, Lane Karl Krecke ...... 8 10 18 Dakota Dodds ...... 0 1 1 Player G A Pts. Paige Haley ...... 25 32 57 Lane Gehl added 14 points Gehl 14, Aly Meyer 18, Taige Thoreson Connor Nellans ...... 7 5 12 6, Jenna Kadlec 13, Bobbi Jo Schuttmeier Dakota Swank ...... 0 1 1 Sam Macken ...... 20 16 36 Reagan haley ...... 11 33 44 for RCTC on 6-for-9 shooting Griff Slightam ...... 4 7 11 2, Natalia Baker 3, Alycia Courson 2, Aly Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct Nicole Nelson ...... 11 11 22 Emily Stegora ...... 21 11 32 while Jena Kadlec chipped in Ryan Nicolay ...... 5 5 10 Bremer 5. Eric Olson ...... 2-14-0 7.44 .823 Savannah Seeger ...... 7 10 17 Elle Anderson ...... 9 11 20 with 13 points off the bench. Ben Weir ...... 6 3 9 Halftime: RCTC 44, CL 16. Shawn Cady ...... 0-1-0 7.33 .697 Kate Valentine ...... 5 9 14 Cori Fairbanks ...... 8 5 13 Eric Bonapace-Potvin ...... 4 5 9 RCTC’s defense forced 32 Three-point goals: CL 2 (Robinson 1, Tori Thompson ...... 7 5 14 Hailee Johnson ...... 1 6 7 Robby Campbell ...... 2 6 8 RED WING turnovers in the game and Pearson 1). RCTC 8 (Kadlec 3, Gehl 2, Thore- Blair Lebeck ...... 3 6 9 Katelyn Hadler ...... 4 3 7 McKay Carstens ...... 1 3 4 Record: 9-8-1 Central Lakes struggled to son 2, Baker 1). Laura Meillier ...... 6 2 8 Maddy Hardyman ...... 2 2 4 James Armstead ...... 1 3 4 Player G A Pts. Free throws: CL 12-23, RCTC 18-23. Field Hannah Nelson ...... 3 5 8 Madeline Flack ...... 1 1 2 shoot just 25 percent (6-for- Kane Carstens ...... 2 1 3 Taylor Hanson ...... 11 14 25 goals: CL 14-45, RCTC 23-59. Shelby Greer ...... 3 4 7 Kayla Oberding ...... 1 1 2 24) in the first half. Brian Williamson ...... 3 0 3 Mike Stegora ...... 12 7 19 Rebounds: CL 33 (Pearson 4, Lamb 4), Kelly Bier ...... 1 3 4 Caitie Turcotte ...... 0 1 1 Hucke was disappointed Griffen Buck ...... 1 1 2 Alex Rezansoff ...... 7 11 18 RCTC 41 (Meyer 8, Thoreson 4). Assists: CL Lisa Bjork ...... 0 2 2 Lisa Nibbe ...... 0 1 1 Lars Anderson ...... 0 2 2 Jack Strusz ...... 8 5 13 his squad had too many turn- 11 (Lamberg 5), RCTC 15 (Megan Fleming Laura Fisher ...... 0 2 2 Goalie W-L-T GAA SvPct overs against Central Lakes’ 4, Kasten 4). Nathan Roth ...... 1 1 2 Ryan Rehder ...... 5 7 12 Lisa Nibbe ...... 15-7-1 3.24 .891

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Somerby.com 0202647204P 0202647199EM •••••••• 0202647683EM POST-BULLETIN THURSDAY SportsOutdoors FEBRUARY 2, 2012 D UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA College hockey Maturi to step down in June has borrowed From wire reports known in was hired as the AD at Denver said in his email. MINNEAPOLIS — Univer- an email in 1996 after serving as asso- “There is sadness because sity of Minnesota athletic addressed ciate athletic director at the I have enjoyed every day of to student- director Joel Maturi will step University of Wisconsin-Madi- this 10-year journey. There is NFL’s parity athletes, son from 1987 to 1996, and down when his contract ends excitement because President coaches, staff helped the Denver program in June, it was announced at Kaler has asked me to remain Did I miss some- and support- transition to Division I from FELDY: a news conference this morn- next year as a special assis- thing over the summer, ers. Division II. tant to the president.” ing. Phersy? Did somebody He was hired at Miami Under Maturi’s leadership, Maturi, 66, will step down Maturi, put Pete Rozelle and Paul who is in the (Ohio) as AD in 1998 and held Minnesota has claimed four when his contract ends on Tagliabue in charge of last year of that post until hired by Minne- national titles, winning the college hockey? There’s as June 30 but plans to stay on Maturi his contract, sota on July 12, 2002. 2003 men’s hockey, the 2004 much parity in our favorite with the athletic department has been “It is with mixed emotions and 2005 women’s hockey sport this season as there for one more year afterward with the ‘U’ for 10 years. He that I share with you that ... I and 2007 wrestling champi- is in the NFL. Minnesota- as a consultant to University graduated from Notre Dame will announce my retirement onships. Duluth takes one point on of Minnesota President Eric in 1967 and started his career as the director of athletics at its home ice from Michigan Kaler. as a coach and administrator the University of Minnesota PostBulletin.com Tech, yet remains No. 1 in He made his intentions in high school sports. Maturi effective June 30th,” Maturi For updates on this story the country. The Gophers escape with a pair of one-goal wins against a below-average St. Cloud State team, yet they move up in the polls (and probably should’ve moved Lions roar, but want more up to No. 1). What’s going on in the world of college It’s a program that hadn’t HIGH puck? sniffed double figures in SCHOOL PHERSY: Feldy, one of wins before this season and PROFILE our colleagues recently now it could finish above .500 in the regular season. DONNY said it best: If I had a vote in the college hockey polls, It certainly helps when you HENN I would have turned in my have two players with the dhenn@ ballot without a No. 1 team. same last name who put up postbulletin.com Honestly, nobody is deserv- nearly 140 points combined. ing. Teams like Minnesota, Jessie Aney has 70 points; Boston University and Katie Aney 65. Those two Trip to state is goal Boston College have the alone make Century a team tradition, but that doesn’t that you don’t want to face at Spring Grove mean they’re deserving in the first round of the post- when they’re not playing season. SPRING GROVE — As like an elite team. Phersy, throw Dodge basketball teammates for And I really have a hard County in that mix, too. The eight years and best friends time buying teams like Wildcats are impressive for longer, Taylor Elton and Merrimack (yeah, that’s a and they have some depth Richell Mehus have devel- real school) or Ferris State and youth. The unfortunate oped a telepathic connec- as top-five teams. I guess part for the Rochester- tion. the good news is it means area teams in Section “We communicate through we should be treated to a 1AA is that they have to the eyes,” described Mehus. wild postseason. ... Feldy, go through the Lakeville Their silent conversations your favorite pro hockey schools, North and South, on the court have helped team died Tuesday night. when the playoffs begin make Spring Grove the domi- That monumental collapse next week. nant team in the Southeast should be the unofficial PHERSY: It’s unfortu- Conference for three years end of the Wild’s season, nate, but I wouldn’t write running, and a force to be right? those teams off. Yes, the reckoned with in the Section FELDY: We should hope talent gap is there now. But 1A playoffs. not, but it’s tough to look these area schools are now “Taylor is kind of like at it any other way. Had talented enough to pull off the quarterback, our vocal they won that game against an upset like that. Mayo leader,” explained Spring Nashville, rather than has overcome myriad inju- Grove coach Russell Larson. blowing a three-goal lead, ries this season and still “Richell is our do-everything that could’ve been the has managed a phenom- player with a knack for scor- starting point for a run to enal record. ing, and she will just out- the postseason. JM/Lourdes has been work everybody.” Now, fingers will start streaky, but the Rockets are another dangerous Now the two senior guards Scott Jacobson / [email protected] to point (though Marek are coming up on program team that nobody should Seniors Taylor Elton, left, and Richell Mehus have helped Spring Grove to an 18-3 Zidlicky already started the records, and on one last run blame game) as the Wild want to kick off the Section at the goal which has driven record this year and a No. 5 ranking in Class A. begin a difficult schedule 1AA tournament. And yes them all along, a trip to the this month. With the team Feldy, Dodge County is a state tournament. still firmly in the playoff wild card. The Wildcats ing; it made a huge differ- Spring Grove is 18-3 over- picture, should the Wild were under-appreciated in ence,” said Mehus. all and ranked No. 5 in Class become sellers on the trade previous years, but I don’t A, and the Lions are 13-0 Taylor is kind of like the quarterback, “I think about it a lot; we market and stockpile more think section coaches will in the SEC with plenty of our vocal leader. Richell is our do-everything lost by seven, and I averaged picks or more young talent? make that mistake this 14,” Elton said. “If I’m able season. The great news — momentum toward a third PHERSY: Chances are, straight unbeaten confer- player with a knack for scoring, and she will to play, maybe we win that everybody is young. These game and get to state.” they’ll be neither sellers programs are only going to ence run. They’ve won 47 just out-work everybody. nor buyers, though I still straight in SEC play. Elton rehabilitated for get better, and that’s excit- hope they’ll consider deal- ing for area girls hockey “That’s one of our goals,” — Russell Larson, Spring Grove coach months and missed summer ing one of their goalies. If “ basketball as well as camp fans. Mehus said of running the they can get a top-pairing Jason Feldman and Ben table again in the SEC. opportunities at the Naval defenseman in return, it’s their strengths, and Mehus Motivated for big finish Academy and the Air Force Pherson are Post-Bulletin sports “That, and getting to state.” blossomed as a scorer. Her worth it to let go of either writers. They can be reached The last three seasons Academy. She’s hoping to Backstrom or Harding, scoring average as a junior get into West Point. Mehus at [email protected] Scoring machines were close but no big prize despite injury concerns. or (507) 285-7720 doubled to over 18 points per wants to play college basket- game. for Spring Grove. The Lions or bpherson@ Mehus and Elton both lost in the Section 1A final in ball but hasn’t picked a I’m more inclined to say this season is over, but I postbulletin. reached 1,000 career points “Taylor is a big part of my 2009 and again last season, school yet. com or (507) have a hunch the front this season. Elton, averaging scoring; she gets the ball to both times to Goodhue, and “I was really apprehensive 285-7732. 14 points per game, reached me,” Mehus confirmed. “We they fell a round earlier in for the first game back,” office won’t throw the milestone three weeks ago do a lot of fast-breaking.” 2010 to Rushford-Peterson. Elton said. “I’m a little bit in the towel until it’s too late to get against Le Roy-Ostrander. “Richell is very vocal; “We know the disappoint- slower but it hasn’t affected anything done. ... Mehus is now over 1,400 she’ll ask for the ball,” Elton ment that goes with being in me mentally.” Feldy, switching points, and at an area-best said. “She’s strong and she the subsection and section Larson doesn’t like to say gears to the high 21.6 points per game she gets to the hoop.” final and losing; it’s not fun,” it’s now or never for Spring school game, is on pace to break Spring Elton confessed she wasn’t Mehus said. Grove to break through to Grove’s girls scoring record sure Spring Grove could be how about the Mehus, Larson and espe- the state tournament. But he Rochester girls of 1,582 set by Cassie Glasrud as good this season, after cially Elton are still haunted knows that talented tandems in 1997. going 28-2 last year and high school Katie Aney by last year’s finish, when like Elton and Mehus don’t hockey “It would be cool to get losing two important players P-B file Elton hurt her knee in the come around often. programs. (the school scoring record), to graduation. The Lions lost photo by subsection final and was “I don’t expect us to fall Roches- Jerry Olson but I don’t want to force it,” their only six-footer, Katelyn unable to play in the section off the map (next season),” ter JM/ jolson@ Mehus said. Elton is on pace Bjerke, and now Mehus is championship against Good- he said. “But it’s very fair to Lourdes, postbulletin. to finish third on the list. their tallest player at 5-8. com hue. The Wildcats won 50-43. say, when you have two play- Mayo and Mehus was the starting “I was actually shocked Elton dressed for the ers who are this good, that Century all are competi- point guard as a sophomore, at the beginning of the game and tried to warm this could be our best shot tive. It’s been an incredible but she moved to shooting season that we were playing up, but couldn’t go. A few for a while.” turnaround for those three so well,” Elton said. Now guard when Elton became a weeks later she learned it Donny Henn is a Post-Bulletin programs, don’t you think? starter as a junior and took the Lions are averaging 67 was a torn ACL and she had sports writer. He can be reached at over the point. The posi- points per game, and allow- surgery in mid April. [email protected] or (507) FELDY: Century, in partic- tion switch suited both of ing just 35. “That was very disappoint- 285-7749. ular, has been impressive.

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JUNIOR HOCKEY BOYS HOCKEY STANDINGS BIG NINE CONFERENCE THURSDAY, FEB. 2 Conf. Overall Lourdes 5, Albert Lea 2 Losing skid hits three for Ice Hawks W-L-T Pts. W-L-T Simley 4, Dodge County 0 Owatonna# ...... 10-3-1 23 13-6-3 SATURDAY, FEB. 4 By Ben Pherson night. The Owls struck first in later. Jake Zarzycki and Miles by Karel Popper in the third. Rochester Mayo# ...... 9-2-0 20 12-8-0 Lourdes at Breck Luverne at Dodge County [email protected] the final frame, with Robert Johnson earned the helpers on Popper had two saves as the Rochester Century .....9-2-1 19 13-5-2 Rochester JM# ...... 8-5-0 18 9-10-2 MONDAY, FEB. 6 Erickson’s second goal of the the power-play tally. Ice Hawks were outshot Waseca at Dodge County ISANTI, Minn. — The Roch- game. 42-25. Mankato West ...... 8-6-0 16 10-9-1 ester Ice Hawks extended The Owls went back in front Albert Lea# ...... 7-6-0 16 9-11-1 TUESDAY, FEB. 7 their season-long losing streak The Ice Hawks attempted to start the second and held Rochester, which dropped Faribault ...... 4-8-0 8 5-13-0 Lourdes at Blake to rally, but each time they that lead into the final frame. to 31-8-0-2 in Minnesota Winona ...... 2-10-0 6 5-14-0 to three games after Friday MISSOTA CONFERENCE scored, the Owls answered Shaun Lymer and Zarzycki Junior Hockey League play, Mankato East ...... 1-7-0 2 3-17-0 night’s 5-3 setback to the Austin ...... 1-10-0 2 4-16-0 Conf. Overall Minnesota Owls. back. The Ice Hawks cut it to scored in the third for Roch- is off for the rest of the week- W-L-T W-L-T 4-3 late in the game, but the end. The Ice Hawks return # — 4-point win(s) ester. Charles Gallagher, Rust * — non-conference game Chanhassen ...... 9-0-1 15-3-1 The Ice Hawks have been off Owls finished the game off to action at 8 p.m. Thurs- for two weeks since suffering and Antonio Baccari earned SATURDAY, FEB. 4 Acad. Holy Angels ...... 7-2-2 7-12-2 with an empty netter. the assists. day with a non-league game #Mankato East at Mayo New Prague ...... 7-3-0 10-9-1 loss back-to-back losses to the against the St. Mary’s Univer- Red Wing ...... 6-3-1 10-8-1 Twin Cities Northern Lights In the opening period, Erick- Newcomer Michael Hynes Winona at Mankato West sity junior varsity team. They MONDAY, FEB. 6 Northfield ...... 4-5-1 11-8-1 on Jan. 21-22. son put the Owls on the board saw his first-ever action in Farmington ...... 2-6-1 5-12-2 with his tally at the :49 mark. return to MnJHL action Century at Albert Lea Rochester trailed 2-1 head- net for the Ice Hawks. He *Mankato West at LeSueur-Henderson/ Shakopee ...... 2-8-0 4-16-1 Austin Rush tied it for Roch- finished with 19 saves on 23 Friday, Feb. 10 at home Chaska ...... 0-10-0 3-18-0 ing into the final period Friday against the Edina Lakers. St. Peter ester, scoring nine minutes shots before being replaced THURSDAY, FEB. 9 * — non-conference games Albert Lea at Faribault FRIDAY, FEB. 3 Century at Austin Northfield 3, Farmington 1 GIRLS HOCKEY John Marshall at Winona *Red Wing 8, Crookston 2 Mayo at Mankato West SATURDAY, FEB. 4 *Red Wing at Thief River Falls Winona gets off to fast start, races past Century AREA INDEPENDENTS MONDAY, FEB. 6 W-L-T Farmington at Chaska Chanhassen at New Prague Post-Bulletin staff Winhawks scored three times overall, we’re very proud of the Panthers’ goals and Jessie Rochester Lourdes ...... 14-6-0 Dodge County ...... 2-16-0 TUESDAY, FEB. 7 Winona jumped on Roch- on the power play and added the girls season and we’re Aney had two assists. Red Wing at North St. Paul ester Century right away one short-handed goal. looking forward to playoffs Winona 7, Century 2 Thursday night, scoring three “They are definitely an next week.” Century ...... 0 1 1 — 2 Winona ...... 3 2 2 — 7 first-period goals en route to a improved team from earlier Century (12-13-0) begins in the season,” Century coach play in the Section 1AA tour- Century: Jessie Aney 2 assists; Katie Aney 2 7-2 Big Nine Conference girls goals; Kaitlyn Maidl 11 saves; Hannah Kautto GIRLS HOCKEY STANDINGS hockey victory at Bud King Ice Dan Maidl said, “but at the nament on Wednesday. The 4 saves; Abby Cunningham 12 saves. BIG NINE CONFERENCE FRIDAY, FEB. 3 Arena in Winona. same time, we want the girls tournament pairings will be Winona: Eliza Searcy 1 goal, 1 assist; Carly Conf. Overall Dodge County 4, St. Peter/LeSueur- Winona led 3-0 after one to make a little more of their determined this weekend. Moran 4 goals, 1 assist; Dicey Spring ; Jessica W-L-T Pts W-L-T Henderson 0 end regular season period and 5-1 after two. The own luck in these games. But Katie Aney scored both of Huffman 1 assist; Monica Sanvik 2 goals; Rochester Mayo# ...... 13-1-1 29 17-6-1 Lindsey Cafferty 23 saves. Mankato East ...... 12-3-2 26 16-5-2 MISSOTA CONFERENCE Owatonna ...... 12-5-0 24 13-11-0 Roch. JM/Lourdes ...... 10-5-2 22 12-11-2 Conf. Overall Winona ...... 10-6-0 20 11-9-0 W-L-T W-L-T FRIDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS Rochester Century ...... 8-9-0 16 12-13-0 Chaska/Chanhassen ...... 11-0-1 17-5-1 Austin ...... 7-9-0 14 11-14-0 Red Wing ...... 10-2-0 16-7-1 Shakopee ...... 6-4-2 11-12-2 BOYS BASKETBALL Bleifus 2). Abby Hanson 1, Christy Welscher 6, Lydia Riebel 9-2. 145 — Jordan Theede (LARP) Albert Lea ...... 5-12-1 11 5-19-1 Geving 6, Sara Lind 4, Amanda Rasmussen 6, pinned Jacob Mewhorter :32. 152 — Chris Faribault ...... 2-15-1 5 3-21-1 New Prague ...... 5-6-1 10-13-2 Mabel-Canton 49, G-E 34 Hannah Nolte 4, Coranda Vickerman 2, Carly Boehmke (LARP) won by forfeit. 160 — Jack Mankato West ...... 1-15-1 3 4-19-1 Farmington ...... 5-7-0 9-16-0 HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE McCabe 10. Ihrke (PEM) maj. dec. Tucker Speltz 15-4. 170 MABEL-CANTON (49) # — 4-point wins Northfield ...... 2-10-0 8-14-1 — Dylan Depestal (LARP) maj. dec. Bradley Jacoby Bigalk 8, Keyser Wenthold 0, Phillip Halftime: G-E 29, M-C 2. Holy Angels ...... 1-11-0 3-21-1 Goodhue 44, Zumbrota-Maz. 42 Shultz 8-0. 182 — Garrett Miller (PEM) dec. * — non-conference game Lam 0, Justin Ward 2, Donnie Lind 0, Hunter Free throws: G-E 1-4, M-C 11-14. * — non-conference game Greg Johnson 7-1. 195 — Garrett Wolf (PEM) SATURDAY, FEB. 4 ZUMBROTA-MAZEPPA (42) Johnson 0, Noah Mannning 2, Gabe Lind 4, Three-point goals: G-E 2 (Williamson 1, SATURDAY, FEB. 4 pinned Nick Hoff 1:26. 220 — John Hiem Mankato West at Winona Lucas Ziemba 8, Nathaniel Rauen 7, Kevin Adam Fravel 6, Logan Henry 2, Tyler Stortz 2, Lundmark 1), M-C 0. *Wayzata at Chaska/Chanhassen Neibuhr 14, Jordan Thompson 2, Sam Edwards (LARP) dec. Zach Hanlon 4-0. 285 — Tyler Mayo at Mankato East Steve Smith 23. end regular season *St. Paul United at Northfield 7, Devon Holtegaard 4. Other stats: Smith 13 rebounds. Lyle/Pacelli 75, Houston 53 Pettit (PEM) pinned :Evan Bain :31. end regular season Other stats: Edwards 10 rebounds. GLENVILLE-EMMONS (34) LYLE/PACELLI (75) NON-CONFERENCE AREA INDEPENDENT GOODHUE (44) Christian Voss 2, Perry Kirsch 0, Derek Olson 7, Sarah Holtz 11, Ann Rysavy 18, Maggie Lewi- W-L-T Jacob Staehli 10, Ryan Bigelow 10, Tyson Donta Wills 1, Wyatt Madson 17, Tyler Belshan son 20, Whitney Hinz 2, Abby Leif 4, Madison Apple Valley 52, K-M 17 Dodge County ...... 20-5-0 Dicke 11, Zach Hinsch 13. 0, Tommy Kirsch 4, Blake Lundmark 3. Truckenmiller 9, Courtney Walter 11. 106 — Brady Berge (KM) dec. Gannon Volk Other stats: Michael McNamara 9 rebounds, Halftime: M-C 31, G-E 22. HOUSTON (53) 2-1. 113 — Maolu Woiwor (AV) pinned Ryan Ryan Bigelow 8 rebounds. Free throws: M-C 10-18, G-E 5-13. Vanessa Lee 11, Lierin Carrier 8, Brooke Ermann 4:02. 120 — Seth Gross (AV) pinned Halftime: Z-M 22, GOOD 16. Three-point goals: M-C 1 (Bigalk), G-E 3 Anderson 8, Anna Tschumper 1, Taylor Jesse Johnson 3:05. 126 — Logan Adank (KM) Free throws: Z-M 8-11, GOOD 6-13. (Olson 2, Lundmark). Lehmann 2, Bailey Proudfoot 5, Erin Chapel dec. Ian Field 11-5. 132 — Dakota Trom (AV) Three-point goals: Z-M 4 (Niebuhr 4), 5, Whitney Wieser 2, Abbey Loken 11. pinned Branden Schorr 2:31. 138 — Dayton HEROES AND HIGHLIGHTS GOOD 2 (Bigelow 2). GIRLS BASKETBALL Other stats: Loken 6 rebounds; Lee 4 re- Racer (AV) dec. Coltan Laganiere 6-4. 145 — Boys basketball • Shelby Auseth had 25 points for bounds, 3 steals; Anderson 6 rebounds; Carrier Mark Hall (AV) pinned Andy Bigelow 3:10. 152 Kenyon-Wanamingo in the Knights’ • Aric Elton Kenyon-Wanam. 89, Triton 58 5 rebounds; Chapel 2 rebounds; Proudfoot 7 — Mason Manville (AV) dec. Corben Hansen 75-57 road win over Triton. HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE tallied 32 points TRITON (58) rebounds, 2 steals; Wieser 3 rebounds; Lehmann 7-1. 160 — Brandon Kingsley (AV) pinned • Maggie Lewison scored 20 points Cody Morris :14. Ben Sullivan (AV) and Jake Kraus Cody Schaefer 17, Justin Erdmann 4, Ayrton 3 rebounds; Tschumper 1 rebounds. 170 — pinned Hayden Scheeran 1:27. Daniel added 22 as Spring for Lyle/Pacelli in the Shamrocks’ easy Henderson 8, Zachary Ott 4, Tanner Busch Cotter 54, La Crescent 49 Halftime: L/P 37, HOU 21. 182 — Woiwor (AV) maj. dec. Harrison Barnes 12-3. Grove rolled past 75-53 win at Houston. 3, Alex Finne 6, Braedon Dostal 2, Cameron LA CRESCENT (49) Free throws: L/P 25-41, HOU 13-32. 195 — Broc Berge (KM) tech. fall Trom Peterson Grand Meadow • Kathleen Bowlin scored 11 points Marquardt 12. Jen Michalke 15, Morgan Sandvik 9, Katie Three-point goals: L/P 2 (Rysavy 1 , Truck- 18-3 (2:00). 220 — Paul Cheney (AV) pinned 94-63. Dezmon in the second half to help Winona Cotter Waller 18, Reilly Hannon 3, Shayley Vesel 2. enmiller 1), HOU 2 (Lee 2). KENYON-WANAMINGO (89) Bryce Seljan 2:38. 285 — Sam Stoll (KM) pinned Johnson had 17 pull away to a 54-49 win over visiting La Taylor Floren 2, Jeremy Patton 12, Derek WINONA COTTER (54) Spring Grove 83, G. Meadow 39 Andy Ostapowycz. points for Grand Crescent. Katie Waller led the Lancers Greseth 26, Zach Quaale 6, Austin Bauer 5, Sam Paige Gernes 7, Kelli Koetz 6, Micaela Trainor Meadow. with 18 points. Roosen 21, Peder Sviggum 15, Brad Rostad 2. 9, Kelsey Stenzel 6, Lauren Renk 2, Kathleen GRAND MEADOW (39) NRHEG 35, Pine Island 33 Bowlin 11, Jo Beyer 7, Monica Weltzien 6. • Jon Eichman • Richell Mehus had 24 points and Other stats: Sviggum 17 rebounds. Stephanie Russell 11, Autumn Thorsen 4, (Thursday) Other stats: Trainor 7 rebounds, 4 assists. scored 20 points 12 rebounds and Addy Cross netted Halftime: K-W 51, TRI 33. Cortney Olson 8, Ashley Crumb 0, Audra Durh- 106 — Dillon Kubiatowicz NRHEG pinned Joe Free throws: TRI 7-10, K-W 17-21. Gernes 6 assists, 4 steals. man 8, Cori Pecinovsky 2, Sydney Richardson for Winona Cotter 19 points as Spring Grove powered past Briggs 3:35. 113 — Trevor Turner (PI) pinned Jet as the Ramblers Grand Meadow 83-39 to improve to 15-0 Three-point goals: TRI 3 (Schaefer 2, Busch), Halftime: LAC 27, COTT 23. 5, Jamie Stevens 1. Wayne 3:45. 120 — Ben Whiteaker NRHEG dec. Elton K-W 8 (Roosen 6, Patton 2). Free throws: LAC 4-11, COTT 6-15. SPRING GROVE (83) won 58-42 at La in SEC play. Tyler Lejcher 5-3. 126 — Dustin Esplan NRHEG Crescent. Notes: KW finished the first half on a 28-6 Three-point goals: LAC 3 (Michalke 1, Randi Mehus 11, Taylor Elton 10, Addy Cross maj. dec. Adam Pleschcourt 10-0. 132 — Brad • Rushford-Peterson’s Kenzie Lind run. The Knights set a school record with 57 Waller 2), COTT 4 (Bowlin 3, Trainor 1.). 19, Richell Mehus 24, Michaela Neuzil 2, Nicole Haze (PI) won by forfeit. 138 — Jacob Staloch • Jake Griebenow had 15 points and had a quadruple-double with 18 points, rebounds. Notes: Kathleen Bowlin scored all 11 of her Ellingson 5, Samantha Bratland 0, Nicki Hansen NRHEG dec. Mitchell Kukson 8-1. 145 — David seven assists for Lake City in the Tigers’ 14 rebounds, 13 steals and 12 assists in a points in the second half to lead the Ramblers. 6, Cheyenne Moen 6, Aly Folz 0. Lassahn NRHEG maj. dec. Sam McPhail 14-3. 152 60-49 win over Pine Island. 65-31 win over Wabasha-Kellogg. Kasson-Mant. 46, Byron 36 The game was tied at 43, and Ramblers finished Other stats: Richell Mehus 12 rebounds, 4 — Bradley Bye (PI) dec. Matt Webster 5-1. 160 • Kasson- BYRON (36) the game on an 11-4 run. assists; Elton 8 assists, 5 steals. — Dillon Parpart NRHEG dec. Brenden Dugstad Mantorville stayed Boys swimming & diving 10-4. Matt Dahle NRHEG pinned Adam Dom Kieffer 8, Brandon Schubert 2, Jack Halftime: SG 58, GM 20. 170 — hot as it beat • Elliot Lynch and Drew Hayes (200 Blackwell 1:02. Bradey Kunz (PI) pinned Nelson 4, Brady Fuchs 9, Travis Smith 13. Kenyon-Wanam. 75, Triton 57 Free throws: GM 7-17, SG 17-27. 182 — Byron 46-36 in freestyle, 100 backstroke) both won two KENYON-WANAMINGO (75) Three-point goals: GM 2 (Russell 1, Olson Geoff Ramaker 1:46. 195 — Seth Petranek a key Hiawatha events as Mayo closed Big Nine play 8-1 KASSON-MANTORVILLE (46) NRHEG pinned Calvin LaCasse 1:08. 220 — Zach Kelsey Hokanson 3, Siri Sviggum 5, Bailey 1), SG 8 (Randi Mehus 1, Elton 1, Cross 4, Valley League with an 89-85 win over Winona. Lynch Layton Mikkalson 3, Nate Bauer 14, Matt Kennedy (PI) pinned Zeke Erickson 1:27. 285 — Auseth 5, Meg Clark 9, Audra Clark 16, Katie Richell Mehus 2). Thompson 4, Chad Aaker 2, Drake Matuska Brady Rueb (PI) won by forfeit. game. K-M moved was also part of two relay wins. 9, Josh Murphy 6, Griffin Reed 8. Strand 2, Paige Gilster 4, Shelby Auseth 25, Notes: Spring Grove 20-3, 15-0 SEC; Grand to 8-1 in the HVL Other stats: Starkey 5 assists. Megan Quam 6. Meadow 9-11, 6-8 SEC. Kenyon-Wan. 45, NRHEG 15 and 15-4 overall. Gymnastics TRITON (57) Byron is 7-2, 15-2. Halftime: K-M 26, BYR 16. Lanesboro 51, Schaeffer Acad. 30 (Thursday) • Siera McNallan won the all-around Free throws: BYR 14-21, K-M 8-12. Haley Staffon 6, Liz Kramer 3, Taylor Macvey SCHAEFFER ACADEMY (30) Nate Bauer led competition by winning all four events for 10, Kendall Osborn 2, Ashley Thaden 11, Emily 106 — Ted Androli (KW) dec. Dillon Kubia- Three-point goals: BYR 0, K-M 4 (Bauer Melanie Murray 13, Rachel Boegel 6, Nicole the KoMets with Pine Island in a dual competition with La Weber 8, Emily Hodgman 2, Abby Buehler towicz 4-2 . 113 — Luke Rechtzigel (KW) Ben Arpin 2, Mara Wilson 2, Hannah Carter 3, Nicole 14 points. Travis Crescent. La Crescent had the second and 4). 10. Whiteaker 6-2 120 — Jace Clawiter (KW) dec. Streifel 2, Dorian Hoeft 2. Smith had 13 Bauer third all-arounders and won the competi- Other stats: Buehler 8 rebounds. Dustin Esplan 4-2. 126 — Kyle Munstermann Lake City 60, Pine Island 49 LANESBORO (51) (KW) won by forfeit. 132 — Mitchel Lexvold points for Byron. tion, 132.325 to 126.15. Halftime: K-W 38, TRI 33. Alisa Warnes 11, Bailey Gartner 12, Kaia (KW) won by forfeit. 138 — Jacob Staloch K-M led 26-16 at halftime. PINE ISLAND (49) Free throws: K-W 17-26, TRI 15-30. • Andy Jacobs helped Century to a Noah Smith 2, Trevor Akason 5, Marcus Frick Hongerholt 3, Kirsten Ruen 4, Johanna Bearson NRHEG dec. Kevin Hope 3-1. 145 — David Las- • Braden Hanson scored 18 points first-place finish in a four-team meet at Three-point goals: K-W 4 (S. Auseth 3; 8, Bryn Harmon 7, Paige Hungerholt 3, Kiah sahn NRHEG maj. dec. Tyler Peterson 16-8. 152 and made four of Lanesboro’s 16 three- 0, Austin McGee 16, Colton Sinning 9, Jared Hokanson), TRI 4 (Macvey 3, Thaden). Gage East Elementary. Jacobs won the Lohmeyer 5, Alex Traut 12. Halvarson 1, Stephanie Erickson 2. — Drew Sathrum (KW) pinned Matt Webster pointers as the Burros beat Schaeffer Notes: The Knights started the second half vault (9.475), the uneven parallel bars Other stats: Traut 7 rebounds; McGee 6 Halftime: LAN 23, SA 8. 1:00. 160 — Alex Jackson (KW) dec. Dillon Par- Academy 63-53. Nathan Hanson scored on a 9-0 run to pull away. part 4-3. 170 — Trent Brossard (KW) dec. Matt (9.05) and the all-around (36.125). The rebounds. Free throws: SA 5-8, LAN 11-20. 16 points for Schaeffer. Panthers finished with a 127.8 score. Three-point goals: SA (Murray 1), LAN Dahle 8-6. 182 — Geoff Ramaker NRHEG tech. • Derek Greseth had 26 points, LAKE CITY (60) Kasson-Mant. 76, Byron 57 fall Travis Washburn 4:59. 195 — Seth Petranek Second place was Mankato East, third Reid Lundell 0, Mitch Kunchinka 3, Cole- (Hungerholt 1, Bearson 1). Sam Roosen scored 21 and Peder Svig- John Marshall and fourth Mayo. JM’s KASSON-MANTORVILLE (76) NRHEG dec. Nick Langer 5-0. 220 — Mark Cruz man Sweeney 13, Ben Schramski 14, Jake (KW) pinned Zeke Erickson 3:59. 285 — Mitchell gum had 15 points and 17 rebounds Katie Tran won the balance beam (9.05) Holly Peterson 18, Abby Manitz 23, Cori NON-CONFERENCE Griebenow 15, Josh Atkinson 3, Luke Bremer Donkers (KW) pinned Wyatt Fitterer 2:30. as Kenyon-Wana- and the floor exercise (9.175). 9, Zach Hinrichs 3. Kennedy 6, Abbey Lacey 13, Kaia Buck 8, Erin mingo defeated Schlotthauer 6, Kailyn Wigham 2. Cannon Falls 55, C.H.O.F. 40 Other stats: Griebenow 7 assists; Bremer CHRISTS HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH (40) Triton 89-58. K-W Wrestling 8 rebounds. BYRON (57 GYMNASTICS set a single-game Alexandra Otten 4, Zoe Piepkorn 17, Kathleen • The Kasson-Mantorville wrestling Halftime: LC 29, PI 21. Abby Bisgard 6, Becky Murry 4, Brynne Stell- school mark with Piepkorn 8, Kiana Alleman 1, Autumn Scheeler BIG NINE CONFERENCE team, ranked No. 3 in Class AA, hosted Free throws: PI 4-7, LC 14-19. ner 6, Danielle Adams 6, Erika McRoberts 11, 57 rebounds. Vanessa Anderson 14, Reed Klunder 2, Mack- 4, Patience Rooney 4, Madison Rohlf 2. Team scores national power Apple Valley, which is Three-point goals: PI 5 (Akason 1, McGee 1, CANNON FALLS (55) Cody Schaefer ranked No. 1 in Class AAA, Friday night. enzie Damerow 8. Century 127.8, Mankato East 127.65, JM had 17 points for Sinning 3), LC 6 (Schramski 4, Griebenow 2). Natalie Reinardy 18, Ashley Banitt 2, Jesslyn The KoMets suffered a 52-17 loss. Halftime: K-M 50, BYR 33. 107.4, Mayo 102.075. Triton. Free throws: K-M 20-30, BYR 11-14. Hendrickson 5, Cortney Johnson 4, Courtney Vault — 1. Andy Jacobs (C) 9.475, 2. Shelby Winners for K-M Cotter 58, La Crescent 42 Woodcock 22, Erica Zimmerman 2, Maggie • Steve Smith Three-point goals: K-M 4 (Peterson 2, Man- Seifer (ME) 8.8, 3. Amber Armstrong (M) 8.625. were Brady Berge WINONA COTTER (58) Rutter 2. Bars — 1. Jacobs (C) 9.05, 2. Katie Tran (JM) had 23 points and (106 pounds), itz 2), BYR 6 (Bisgard 2, Damerow 2, McRoberts 13 rebounds to Jon Eichman 20, Charlie Kretschmer 8, John 2). Other stats: Reinardy 8 rebounds, 4 assists, 8.325, 3. Seifer (ME) 8.075. Beam — 1. Tran Logan Adank Demarais 4, Gus Cochran 13, Bryan Richter 5 steals; Hendrickson 7 rebounds; Woodcock 9 lead Mabel-Canton Notes: K-M took control early with its dribble- (JM) 9.05, 2. Armstrong (M) 8.675, 3. Jacobs Smith (126), Broc Berge 13. rebounds, 6 blocks. (C) 8.55. Floor — 1. Tran (JM) 9.175, 2. Jacobs in a 49-34 win over drive offense and never looked back. (195) and Sam LA CRESCENT (42) Halftime: CF 27, CHOF 20. (C) 9.05, 3. Seifer (ME) 9.0. All-around — 1. Glenville-Emmons. Stoll (285). But Joe Sandvik 9, Zack Melbostad 12, Bryce Bier- THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE Free throws: CHOF 7-12, CF 11-23. Jacobs (C) 36.125, 2. Tran (JM) 35.125, 3. Seifer the best match man 3, Ben Mccoy 12, Nick Rogich 6. Three-point goals: CHOF 1 (Z. Piepkorn 1), (ME) 34.125. Girls basketball of the dual was Halftime: COTT 30, LAC 14. Rushford-Peterson 65, W-K 31 CF 2 (N. Reinardy 2). HIAWATHA VALLEY LEAGUE • Abby Manitz scored 23 points and between K-M’s Free throws: COTT 6-7, LAC 1-4. RUSHFORD-PETERSON (65) Holly Peterson added 18 as Kasson- Coltan Laganiere Three-point goals: COTT 4 (Eichman 4), LAC Kenzie Lind 18, Cody Manfull 15, Emily Wade La Crescent 132.325, P. Island 126.15 Mantorville defeated Byron 76-57. and Apple Valley’s BOYS SWIMMING (Thursday) 7 (Sandvik 1, Melbostad 1, Mccoy 2, Bierman 2, Adria Timm 4, Hope Morrison 2, Katie Wolter • Amy Todd scored 22 points as Dayton Racer . 1, Rogich 2). 2, Amy Todd 22. Vault — 1. Siera McNallan (PI) 8.9; 2. Kait- Laganiere pushed Laganiere BIG NINE CONFERENCE lyn Hicks (L) 8.75; 3. Ashley Hase (L) 8.675. Rushford-Peterson outscored Wabasha- SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE WABASHA-KELLOGG (31) Kellogg 65-31. Racer, who is Terri Swenson 2, Rowan Blaschko 1, Karli Uneven bars — 1. Siera McNallan (PI) 8.4; ranked No. 1 in Class AAA at 138, but Mayo 89, Winona 85 2. Loralee Onstad (L) 8.175; 3. Haley Traun (L) • Courtney Woodcock had 22 points, Lanesboro 63, Schaeffer A. 53 Harris 11, Lexi Kanz 10, Raini Staudacher 2, the Apple Valley standout eventually came Mateya Nagel 3, Brittany Stein 2. (Thursday) 8.0. Balance beam — 1. Siera McNallan (PI) nine rebounds and six blocks for Cannon out on top, 6-4. Laganiere is ranked No. LANESBORO (63) 8.725; 2. Sarah Haskell (PI) 8.65; 3. Haley Traun R-P 23, W-K 13. Mayo winners Falls as the Bombers won 55-40 over Halftime: (L) 8.4. Floor exercise — 1. Siera McNallan 2 at 138 in Class AA. Braden Hanson 18, C.D. Hanson 6, Cory 200 medley relay: Mayo (Sam Jaeger, Gar- Christ’s Household of Faith. Free throws: R-P 13-29, W-K 6-14. (PI) 9.4; 2. Ashley Hase (L) 8.55; 3. Haley Traun Strom 14, Erik Peterson 9, Joey O’Koren 2, Kole rett Dow, Jake Dworak, Elliot Lynch) 1:50.87. Ruud 9, Luke Rogers 5. Three-point goals: R-P 4 (Lind 2, Manfull (L) 8.525. All-around — 1. Siera McNallan (PI) 2), W-K 3 (Harris 3). 200 freestyle: Dow 2:03.64. SCHAEFFER ACADEMY (53) 35.425; 2. Haley Traun (L) 33.425; 3. Ashley 200 IM: Drew Hayes 2:17.47. Hase (L) 32.925. Dan Streifel 11, Josh Hanson 3, Nathan Han- 50 freestyle: Lynch 22.85 son 16, Joe Vaughan 8, Luke Harris 8, Jordan Rushford-Peterson 65, W-K 31 Lynch 51.80,. Whitcomb 7. RUSHFORD-PETERSON (65) 100 freestyle: GIRLS HOCKEY 200 freestyle relay: Mayo (Jason Chang, LOCAL CALENDAR Halftime: LAN 44, SA 21. Kenzie Lind 18, Cody Manfull 15, Emily Wade Sam Jaeger, Dow, Elliot Lynch) 1:35.76. TODAY MONDAY Free throws: LAN 5-5, SA 6-13. 2, Adria Timm 4, Hope Morrison 2, Katie Wolter Dodge C. 4, St. Peter/LeSuer 0 2, Amy Todd 22. 100 backstroke: Hayes 1:04.27. Three-point goals: LAN 16 (C.Hanson 2, High School Wrestling High School Boys Basketball Notes: Mayo closes the Big Nine Conference Dodge County ...... 0 3 1 — 5 Peterson 3, B .Hansen 4, Ruud 3, Strum 3, Rogers WABASHA-KELLOGG (31) Century, Mayo at Pine Island Invitational, Owatonna at Century, 7:30 p.m. Terri Swenson 2, Rowan Blaschko 1, Karli season with an 8-1 record. The Spartans will St Peter/ LeSuer ...... 0 0 0 — 0 1), SA 5 (Streifel 3, Vaughan 1, J.Hanson 1). 10 a.m. John Marshall at St. Paul Como Park, 7 Harris 11, Lexi Kanz 10, Raini Staudacher 2, compete in the Big Nine Conference meet at Dodge County: Dana Rasmussen 2 goals, Mateya Nagel 3, Brittany Stein 2. the Rec Center on Feb. 11. 1 assists; Lydia Wagner 2 goals, 1 assist; John Marshall at Cannon Falls Quadrangu- p.m. S. Grove 94, G. Meadow 63 lar, 10 a.m. Halftime: R-P 23, W-K 13. Darby Dodds 2 assists. Goalie: Anna Hunter Albert Lea at Mayo 7:30 p.m. SPRING GROVE (94) 6 saves; Free throws: R-P 13-29, W-K 6-14. WRESTLING High School Boys Hockey La Crescent at Lourdes, 7:15 p.m. Josh Olerud 15, Aric Elton 32, Jake Kraus 22, St Peter/ LeSuer: No stats submitted. Three-point goals: R-P 4 (Lind 2, Manfull Mankato East at Mayo (Graham Arena Eli Gleason 7, Blaine Storlie 8, Sam Ellingson 4, Notes: Dodge County outshot St Peter 54-6 High School Girls Basketball 2), W-K 3 (Harris 3). 1), 8 p.m. Brandon Schuttemeier 4, A.Engelhardt 2. THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE in St Peter en route to a 4-0 victory. Dodge Owatonna at Century, 7:30 p.m. Lourdes at Breck, 1 p.m. GRAND MEADOW (63) Plainview-E-M 32, LARP 31 County now goes to 20-5 on the season to tie Mayo at Albert Lea, 7:30 p.m. Landon Jacobson 2, Bryce Benson 14, Andrew SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE its second best record ever. “The girls had an High School Girls Hockey 106 — Josh Doerr (LARP) pinned Sam Ebin Lourdes at La Crescent, 7:15 p.m. Riedemann 8, Mike Ojulu 2, Trenton Bleifus 8, Mabel-Canton 39, G-E 15 excellent season and are very excited to make Mayo at Mankato East (All Seasons 1:17. 113 — Justin Amos (PEM) maj. dec. High School Boys Hockey Collin Jacobson 12, Dezmon Johnson 17. GLENVILLE-EMMONS (15) a strong showing in the playoffs,” Dodge Arena), 4 p.m. Hunter Herber. 120 — Brady Norton (PEM) County coach Jeremy Gunderson said. “I am Halftime: SG 44, GM 34. Jaden Rasmusson 1, Madi Ziebell 2, Jamie Century at Albert Lea (Albert Lea City pinned Brady Borkowski 4:49. 126 — Justin very proud of what the girls have accomplished SUNDAY Free throws: SG 16-20, GM 3-6. Williamson 3, Bre Lundmark 7, Morgan Schu- Arena), 7:30 p.m. Doerr (LARP) dec. Jordan Getschmann 4-2. and how they have developed as a team and (No local events scheduled). Three-point goals: SG 6 (Olsrud 1, Kraus maker 2. High School Boys Swimming/Diving 132 — Calvin Doerr (LARP) dec. Jacob Stucky in their individual skills.” 2, Gleason 1, Storlie 2), GM 4 (Riedemann 2, MABEL-CANTON (39) ••••••••8-4. 138 — Thomas Miller (PEM) dec. Jackson John Marshall at Farmington, 6 p.m. POST-BULLETIN • www.PostBulletin.com MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2012 D3

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ROCHESTER GIRLS HOCKEY UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA SPORTS Mayo knocks Section playoffs SECTION ONE, CLASS AA off No. 11 MONDAY, FEB. 6 First round No. 9 Century (12-13-0) at No. 8 John Mar- Mankato East shall (12-11-2), 8 p.m., Rec Center Post-Bulletin staff WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8 Quarterfinals MANKATO — Rochester Mayo JM/Century winner at No. 1 Lakeville North should be ready to start postsea- (19-5-1), 7 p.m. son play this week. The Spar- No. 5 Farmington (9-16-0) at No. 4 Dodge tans had an excellent tuneup on County (20-5-0), 7:30 p.m. Saturday. No. 6 Winona (11-8-1) at No. 3 Mayo (18-6-1), 7 p.m. After more than 51 minutes No. 7 Owatonna (13-11-1) at No. 2 of scoreless play, Steph Stettler Lakeville South (19-5-1), 7 p.m. scored an unassisted power play SATURDAY, FEB. 11 goal for a 1-0 Mayo victory against Semifinals the state’s No. 11-ranked Class JM/Century/L.N. winner vs. Farmington/ A team, Mankato East, at All D.C. winner, 7 p.m. at high seed Seasons Arena. Winona/Mayo winner vs. Owatonna/L.S. winner, 7 p.m., at high seed Mayo, which had already THURSDAY, FEB. 16 wrapped up the Big Nine Confer- Championship at Owatonna ence title prior to Saturday’s Semifinal winners, 5 p.m. game, outshot East, 41-29. The Spartans end their regu- SECTION ONE, CLASS A lar season with WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8 a 14-1-1 confer- Quarterfinals ence record and No. 1 Red Wing (16-7-1), bye a 18-6-1 overall No. 5 Waseca (9-10-1) at No. 4 Austin, (11-14-0) 7 p.m. mark. They won No. 6 Albert Lea (5-19-1) at No. 3 North- the conference field (8-15-1), 7:30 p.m. championship No. 7 Faribault (3-21-1) at No. 2 New by five points Prague (10-13-2), 7:30 p.m. over East (12-4- SATURDAY, FEB. 11 2, 16-7-2). Still, Semifinals Associated Press Saturday’s game Waseca/Austin winner at No. 1 Red Wing, 7 p.m. Minnesota’s Rodney Williams, center, slam-dunks the ball against Nebraska’s Brandon Ubel, right, in the Graham was a big one for second half Sunday. Minnesota won 69-61. East, too. Northfield/A.L. winner vs. New Prague/ Faribault winner, 7 p.m., at high seed Mayo earned the No. 3 seed in THURSDAY, FEB. 16 the Section 1AA tournament and Championship at Owatonna will open in the quarterfinals at Semifinal winners, 7:30 p.m. Gophers go to bench for ‘must’ win home against No. 6 seed Winona (11-8-1) at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Associated Press their lead to double digits when Arme- Banham (14 points) had a good look “It was a playoff atmosphere LINCOLN, Neb. — Bench players lin threaded an underhand pass along from the right corner, but the shot the baseline to Ahanmisi for a layup. wouldn’t drop. and a high speed game,” Mayo Another good sign for Mayo are fast becoming stars for the Minne- coach Jeff Phillips said. “It was heading into the playoffs: Phil- sota Gophers. Nebraska, out of time-outs the last “I thought she had a good look at nice to validate our champion- lips said the Spartans received Reserve guard Chip Armelin scored 3:52, got no closer than seven points it, she got it off clean, and she was up ship by beating the second best strong play from players up and 10 of his 15 points in the second half the rest of the way. and over the defender,” Minnesota team in the conference after tying down the lineup, including Beth and the Gophers took advantage of Julian Welch was the only Minne- coach Pam Borton said. them earlier in the season. Gibson, Meg Trangsrud, Sam Nebraska’s poor shooting to pull away sota starter in double figures, with 10 For the Gophers (12-13, 4-7), this was “I was very happy with how Carlson and Kali Aldrich. Those for a 69-61 victory on Sunday. points. Joe Coleman was held score- a missed opportunity. A week after the girls battled every shift every four combined for six quality The Gophers’ bench outscored the less but did have seven rebounds in upsetting Ohio State, the Gophers have period. We put a lot of shots on scoring chances. Cornhuskers’ backups 40-5 two games 19 minutes. now lost four of five games and are in net and kept working hard right • John Marshall/Lourdes (12-11- after outscoring Illinois’ 39-9. “It’s always nice when your starters ninth place in the conference. into the overtime period and it The victory allowed the Lady Lions 2) and Century (12-13-0) drew the “It’s a team effort all the way aren’t having such a good game that paid off.” to move ahead of Ohio State and into No. 8-9 seeds, respectively, and around,” Minnesota coach Tubby you have five that can come off the third place in the conference despite Rebecca Graham was again will square off in a play-in game Smith said. “I don’t look at how guys bench and pick us up,” said starting not playing their best. outstanding in goal, stopping 29 at 8 p.m. Monday night at the Rec come off the bench. They could be forward Rodney Williams, who had shots for Mayo in the victory. Center. eight points. “We know what we’ve someone else’s starter. ... Coaches get Wrestlers are Big Ten champs Stettler’s goal was the 10th of the Lakeville North (19-5-1) and a little superstitious so they keep that got. We’re happy guys are showing season for the junior defense- Lakeville South (19-5-1) earned starting lineup together.” everybody else what they’ve got.” MINNEAPOLIS — The Gophers man. the No. 1 and 2 seeds. The semfi- were crowned Big Ten Conference A couple of other reserves ignited nals are Saturday at the highest Gophers women scare wrestling dual champions Sunday “Steph’s goal was her reward the decisive 9-0 burst in the middle remaining seeds, and the champi- afternoon after smashing No. 7 for never giving up despite of the second half. Maverick Ahan- No. 19-ranked Penn State onship is Feb. 16 at Owatonna. Nebraska 26-7 in front of 3,663 fans at several attempts throughout the misi converted a three-point play and MINNEAPOLIS — Penn State coach the Sports Pavilion. Minnesota won game that didn’t go in,” Phillips Mayo 1, Mankato East 0, OT Andre Hollins made a 3-pointer that Coquese Washington had a simple eight matches and finished up the Big said. “Rebecca was awesome in Mayo ...... 0 0 0 1 — 1 helped put Minnesota (17-7, 5-6 Big message to her team: The game is Ten portion of their schedule. net, one of her best games of the Mankato East ...... 0 0 0 0 — 0 Ten) up 48-39 with 7:22 left. long, so have some patience and keep season. She basically put on a Mayo : Steph Stettler 1 goal; Rebecca Graham playing. With the win Minnesota improves to goaltending clinic for four peri- 29 saves. “Everybody is doing their part,” 10-3 on the season and 7-1 in the Big ods.” Mankato East : no stats. Armelin said. “That’s a good thing. That’s exactly what happened Ten. Nebraska falls to 14-3 and 5-3 in That’s how it always should be every Sunday afternoon. Because despite the Big Ten. game.” making only one their first 18 shots and trailing by 15 points in the first Zach Sanders of Wabasha-Kellogg ROCHESTER BOYS HOCKEY The win, which followed last week’s beat Nebraska’s Shawn Nagel 24-13 road loss at Iowa, was crucial for a half the No. 19 Lady Lions rallied for a 68-65 victory at Minnesota on in a major decision to boost his record team that harbors NCAA tournament to 21-1. Mayo back atop Big Nine; hopes. Minnesota’s next two games are Sunday. at home against Top 25 opponents, No. Trailing by eight at halftime, the Gophers beat St. Cloud by 19 Wisconsin on Thursday and No. 3 Lady Lions (18-5, 8-3 Big Ten) pounded shutout in women’s hockey Lourdes loses to Breck Ohio State on Feb. 14. the ball inside to get back in the game. “It’s crunch time in the season,” But down three with 90 seconds to ST. CLOUD — Noora Raty set the Post-Bulletin staff way back from a five-goal deficit Smith said. “If you expect to compete play, Penn State got a pair of crucial school record for career shutouts with Rochester Mayo made quick against Breck. for anything you have to be playing outside shots to fall to secure the her 22nd career shutout in the Gopher work of Mankato East on Satur- The Mustangs, ranked third well this time of year. This is a good victory. women’s hockey team’s 7-0 victory day night and moved back into in the Class A poll, earned a 6-3 start to the next game, the next prac- Zhaque Gray made a 3-pointer with over St. Cloud on Saturday. sole possession of first place in boys hockey victory on Saturday tice. We played better than we did 1:11 to play to tie the game at 63-63. Emily West scored two goals for the the Big Nine Conference. at Anderson Ice Arena in Golden the other day. If we can keep building On Penn State’s next possession, Alex Gophers and added two assists for four Sophomore goalie Lucas Utley Valley, holding off a late come- on this, most things will take care of Bentley (18 points) followed with a points in the game. Eleven Minnesota earned a shutout in his first back charge by the No. 11-ranked themselves.” three from the top of three that gave players tallied points in the game. varsity start as Mayo beat East, Eagles. Nebraska (11-11, 3-8) led 33-32 at the Lady Lions the lead for good, 66-65, Minnesota has a record of 24-4-2, 7-0, in a boys hockey game at Lourdes (14-7-0 overall) twice halftime, but went 2 for 16 to start the with 38.9 seconds to play. and an 18-4-2 mark in conference 1 Graham Arena I. had a chance to take a lead in second half and had a stretch of 6 ⁄2 After Mia Nickson (20 points) made games. St. Cloud State falls to 5-23-2 Utley stopped 13 shots to help the first period, but Breck goalie minutes without a field goal. two free throws to give Penn State a overall and 4-20-0 in WCHA games. Mayo (10-2-0 Big Nine, 13-8-0 over- Jack Kenney stopped the Eagles Toney McCray’s 3 ended Nebraska’s 3-point lead, Minnesota had an oppor- The Gophers beat the Huskies 8-1 all) push ahead of Owatonna by on a pair of breakaways. field-goal drought and made it a six- tunity to tie the game in the closing Friday night. just one point “If we get those two, it might point game. But the Gophers extended seconds. Gophers freshman Rachel The men’s hockey team was off. in the confer- have changed the game,” Lourdes ence standings. coach Josh Spaniol said. “We Mayo now has didn’t play a good first (period), MINNESOTA PROFESSIONAL SPORTS 24 points, with but after that I thought we played eight points a good game. The effort was left to play for. good.” Stars beat Wild in shootout; Wolves win Owatonna has 23 Breck (17-2-0) then turned points, with six the momentum in their favor, Associated Press accuracy contest at All-Star 10-1 — 34. Dallas 10-10-4-2 — 26. third-quarter incident in points remaining scoring five consecutive goals. DALLAS — Kari Lehtonen weekend, and his success in Power-play opportunities — Min- which Love stepped on Luis to play for. The Mustangs led 3-0 after one watched during pregame another skills competition nesota 0 of 4; Dallas 1 of 2. Scola’s face and chest after Mayo outshot Alcott period, then received power-play ceremonies as the Dallas earned the Stars a badly- Goalies — Minnesota, Backstrom 14- hacking him to the ground goals from Thomas Lindstrom 12-5 (26 shots-25 saves). Dallas, Lehtonen East, 67-13, and Stars honored former goalie needed two points when 19-11-1 (34-33). on a drive. and Conor Anderle in the second 10 Spartans had at least one Ed Belfour, who led the he converted in the second A — 18,532 (18,532). T — 2:37. Love called the incident period to go up 5-0. round of the shootout. point. Mayo was led by Adam franchise to its only Stanley Referees — Frederick L’Ecuyer, Dan unintentional and a “heat- Alcott’s four assists and Ryan Lourdes fought back, though, as Cup in 1999. Loui Eriksson scored on O’Halloran. Linesmen — Anthony Sericolo, of-the-moment type play.” Martin’s hat trick. Tommy Hanson Karl Krecke and Landon Farrell Lehtonen went on give his a backhander for Dallas Mark Shewchyk. A Wolves spokesman said added a pair of goals, while Nolan each scored a power-play goal best impression of Eddie in the first round, but Matt Love apologized to Scola Edwards and Max Whitney each in the final 4:23 of the second. the Eagle. Cullen got the Wild even Love leads Wolves in the Rockets locker room had a goal and an assist. Breck’s Joseph Oesterle and Lehtonen made 33 saves in the second. Benn then past Rockets after the game. “It was a good team win,” Mayo Lourdes’ Eric Bonapace-Potvin in regulation and overtime, beat Wild goaltender Niklas MINNEAPOLIS — Kevin Wolves 100, Rockets 91 traded goals in the third, and Backstrom with a wrist shot assistant coach Todd Huyber then denied two of three Love scored 25 points and HOUSTON (91) said. “The boys did what we Kenney kept the Eagles from Minnesota skaters in the that glanced off the goal grabbed 18 rebounds to coming closer than three goals. Parsons 5-14 0-2 11, Scola 10-18 4-4 24, wanted them to. The guys worked shootout as the Stars beat post and into the net to lead the Timberwolves over Dalembert 2-4 0-0 4, Lowry 8-16 7-8 24, hard and moved the puck around Lourdes outshot Breck, 33-28, the Wild 2-1 on Saturday give Dallas the advantage, Kevin McHale’s Houston Martin 1-10 0-0 2, Patterson 7-12 0-0 14, really well.” including a big 29-12 advantage night. and Lehtonen denied Jared Rockets 100-91 on Saturday Hill 0-2 0-0 0, C.Lee 2-6 0-0 4, Budinger over the final two periods. Belfour was recognized Spurgeon to gain an extra night, pushing Minnesota’s 1-3 0-0 2, Dragic 3-6 0-0 6. Totals 39-91 East dropped to 1-8-0 in the 11-14 91. conference and 3-18-0 overall. “I told the boys, ‘if we play like by the Stars as a member point for the Stars. record to 12-12. that the rest of the season, good of the Hockey Hall of Fame MINNESOTA (100) Mayo is back in action on Stars 2, Wild 1 (shootout) “It does feel good to be things will happen for the guys in Class of 2011, bringing back Johnson 2-6 0-0 5, Love 9-16 6-7 25, Thursday at Mankato West. Minnesota ...... 0 0 1 0 — 1 .500 right now, but like I purple,’ ” Spaniol said. childhood memories for Pekovic 4-7 3-4 11, Rubio 4-7 5-5 13, Dallas ...... 0 1 0 0 — 2 said, we still want to come Ridnour 8-14 2-2 22, Beasley 3-9 0-0 6, Mayo 7, Mankato East 0 The Eagles’ tough stretch of Lehtonen. Dallas won shootout 2-1 out and keep this thing going Barea 4-8 2-3 10, Webster 1-8 0-0 2, East : no stats. games to close the regular season “(Belfour) was one of First Period — No scoring. Penalties — in the right direction,” said D.Williams 2-7 2-2 6, Miller 0-0 0-0 0. Mayo : Adam Alcott 4 assists; Ryan Martin 3 continues at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at those goalies that I used Ott, Dal (interference), 3:57. Love, the player McHale, Totals 37-82 20-23 100. goals; Tommy Hanson 2 goals; Nolan Edwards 1 Second Period — 1, Dallas, Ribeiro 11 goal, 1 assist; Max Whitney 1 goal, 1 assist; Josh No. 9 Blake. to look up to when I was a the form. Houston ...... 25 17 30 19 — 91 (Goligoski, Robidas), 15:12 (pp). Penalties Minnesota ...... 33 22 26 19 — 100 Newman 1 assist; Matt Rogers 1 assist; Steve Breck 6, Lourdes 3 little kid and I was fortunate — Dallas bench, served by Ryder (too many The last time Minne- Serratore 1 assist; Will Holtan 1 assist; Tommy 3-Point Goals — Houston 2-10 (Parsons Lourdes : Landon Farrell 1 goal, 1 assist; Karl enough to play against him a men), 4:48; Fiddler, Dal (cross-checking), sota was at or better than Fjelsted 1 assist; Lucas Utley 13 saves. couple of times,” Lehtonen 9:29; Cullen, Min (slashing), 13:53. 1-2, Lowry 1-5, Dragic 0-1, Martin 0-1, Hill Krecke 1 goal; Eric Bonapace-Potvin 1 goal; Jason .500 this late in the season 0-1), Minnesota 6-20 (Ridnour 4-6, Love Samuelson 1 assist; Justin Dewitz 1 assist; James said. “He’s one of my heroes Third Period — 2, Minnesota, Brodziak was the 2006-07 season. 1-2, Johnson 1-3, D.Williams 0-1, Beasley Armstead 1 assist; Robby Campbell 1 assist; Alex Lourdes rallies but and it was nice to see him 15 (Johnson), 5:18. Penalties — Souray, Dal Of course, the Wolves had 0-1, Barea 0-2, Rubio 0-2, Webster 0-3). Funk 1 assist; Jesse Neumann 17 saves (23 shots); (hooking), 18:53. out there and get recogni- Fouled Out — None. Rebounds — Houston Andrew Ellingson 5 saves (5 shots). played almost double the Overtime — No scoring. Penalties — 48 (Scola 8), Minnesota 55 (Love 18). As- loses at No. 3 Breck Breck : Conor Anderle 2 goals, 2 assists; Wesley tion. It was a good way to games that season then they Clutterbuck, Min (tripping), 4:04. sists — Houston 24 (Lowry 11), Minnesota Iverson 3 assists; Thomas Lindstrom 1 goal, 1 as- start the game.” have in this lockout short- Rochester Lourdes nearly dug Shootout — Minnesota 1 (Christensen 21 (Rubio 11). Total Fouls — Houston 20, sist; Keegan Iverson 1 goal; Nate Breitenfeldt 1 Jamie Benn also came up NG, Cullen G, Spurgeon NG), Dallas 2 ened slate. itself out of a big hole against goal; Joseph Oesterle 1 goal; Grant Opperman 1 Minnesota 15. Technicals — Scola, Hous- big for the Stars. (Eriksson G, Ja.Benn G). one of the state’s top teams, but assist; Mark Sharp 1 assist; Jack Kenney 30 saves The feat was overshad- ton defensive three second. A — 19,356 the Eagles•••••••• couldn’t come all the (33 shots). Benn won the shooting Shots on Goal — Minnesota 13-10- owed, though, by an ugly (19,356). POST-BULLETIN TUESDAY SportsRecreation FEBRUARY 7, 2012 D

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS HOCKEY For the first time, Century advances

had one goal. Panthers next Section 1AA JM/Lourdes answered in the third, with goals by Marisa meet top-seeded QUARTERFINALS Lecy and Savannah Seeger. WEDNESDAY “We had a plan and thought Lakeville North Century (13-13) at we were ready to go, but it’s Lakeville North (19-5-1), just not our Post-Bulletin staff 7 p.m. time,” JM/L Rochester Century is moving coach Bob on in the Section One, Class Farmington (9-16) at Montrose AA girls hockey playoffs for Dodge County (20-5), said. “To the first time ever. 7:30 p.m. beat a team like Century The Panthers split a pair Winona (11-8-1) at of games with rival Roches- with the ter John Marshall/Lourdes Mayo (18-6-1), 7 p.m. offense that during the regular season, and Owatonna (13-11-1) at they bring, you need Century won the tie-breaker Lakeville South (19-5-1), on Monday night. The stakes to stick to a J. Aney were much higher in this 7 p.m. g a m e p l a n one. and, unfortu- nately, we lost Century’s 5-2 victory in a three goals in the second sight of what Section One, Class AA play- period to build a 5-0 lead we needed to off first-round game sends the after two. do.” No. 9-seeded Panthers on to Kaitlyn Maidl Wednesday’s quarterfinals at stopped 21 Mia Brue- top-seeded Lakeville North. of 23 shots sewitz made It’s Century’s first-ever playoff to earn the 25 saves for win. The No. 8-seeded Rock- victory in the Rockets. ets see their season end at goal for Century. “Our girls 12-12-2. had a roller K. Aney Century scored twice in Century coaster of the first period and never scored three a season with a lot of highs trailed. power-play mixed in with the lows,” goals in the “The girls gave a little extra K. Maidl Montrose said. “As our game. Jessie program moves forward we in every area and played Aney led the way for the near the top of their game,” will continue to grow our Panthers with two goals and hockey knowledge and bring Century coach Dan Maidl said. three assists. Katie Aney had “We moved the puck well and the passion that it takes to be a goal and three assists, Shan- successful.” played good defense.” tel Loos had a goal and an The Panthers (13-13-0) added assist, and Rebecca Lorsung Page D6: Section preview

HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL Hanson sets Lanesboro record Elizabeth Nida Obert / [email protected] Post-Bulletin staff Hanson made nine of Lanes- LANESBORO — Braden Hanson boro’s 19 three-pointers and scored Pass first, shoot later probably wasn’t expecting to set the most points of any player in a Lanesboro’s school scoring record game in southeastern Minnesota this Grand Meadow junior Autumn Thorsen, center, makes a pass as Southland’s Tuesday night, considering he was season. Kelli Smith, left, and Lindsey Bottema defend during a non-conference game still 45 points shy of the 51-year-old Hanson’s 48 points is believed to at Grand Meadow on Monday. Southland won, 81-36, for its seventh straight mark. be a single-game school record, and win. In Big Nine Conference girls action, Century beat Owatonna 64-58, Mayo But the senior guard did the unex- he also went past the all-time scor- stopped Albert Lea 55-40 while Lourdes dropped a Hiawatha Valley League pected, pouring in 48 points in Lanes- ing record of 1,352 points set by Bill game to La Crescent, 45-40. The Lourdes boys edged La Crescent, 42-39, in boro’s 97-63 win over Hope Lutheran Johnson in 1961. overtime and John Marshall beat St. Paul Como Park, 69-59. Also, Mayo out- in a Southeast Conference game. Hanson was averaging 21 points Hanson lasted Albert Lea, 80-85, and league-leading Owatonna stopped Century 73-60. Caleb Forst had 38 points for Hope coming into the game. Lanesboro High school roundups, scoreboard, Pages D3, D5. Lutheran. improved to 13-6 overall. Red Wing graduate to start at shortstop for Nebraska

LOCAL SPORTS NOTEBOOK finished eighth overall in game. He national runner-up at 139 is returning for his third averaged 7.6 consecutive year with the GUY LIMBECK the outdoor series and was pounds in the 14-15 age divi- voted top privateer by Racer points and sion. He opened the tourna- Honkers. Last summer, [email protected] X as well as second-most 3.4 rebounds ment with two wins to reach Hambright played most as a junior. Pat “He’s come out and handled improved rider of the year. the finals. He then lost a of the season with an arm Kelly , a himself. The only thing is Jeremy Martin switched to Kuipers narrow 3-2 split decision to injury before having surgery freshman that he plays too hard right Star/Valli Yamaha in Novem- has played two-time national champion at the end of the summer. from Red now and that’s not a bad ber and won two titles at the in 102 career Mark Urias of California. He played in 46 games and Wing, has earned the start- thing.” Motocross Winter Olympics. games and “It was real close,” Fourth hit .266 with two home runs ing shortstop job for the Then at the Gatorback Cycle made 76 Street Gym coach Shaun and 19 RBIs. He also battled The right-handed hitting starts. He elbow injuries at Oregon. Nebraska baseball team. Kelly is 5-foot-11 and 170 Park in Florida, he captured Kuipers O’Connor said of Burkhalter’s has 779 pounds. the Dunlop Silver Tire Award loss. Escamillia was seventh The Cornhuskers of the Big points (7.4 in the 75-pound weight divi- Garlick is a 6-1, 190-pound Erstad is a former Major for the expert rider division. Ten are scheduled to open average) and 358 rebounds outfielder from Chino Hills, League player in his He had 11 podium finishes sion in the 10-11 age category. the season (3.5 average) during his Calif. As a freshman in 2011 first year of coaching at during the week. He earned ——— on Feb. career. he missed the first 15 games Nebraska. The Huskers the award for being the top Three players from the 17 when The Owls are currently of the season due to a broken finished with a 30-25 record points-scoring A-class rider University of Oregon are set they play 13-11 overall. hand. When he returned, Gonzaga in a in 2011. in a combined tally of Super- to join the Rochester Honk- Garlick played in 32 games three-game cross and Motocross races at ——— ers for the 2012 summer ——— and hit .250 with two home series at the Mini Olympic event. season. Brothers Alex and Jeremy Two fighters from the runs and 21 RBIs. Peoria, Ariz. ——— Fourth Street Gym in Martin of Millville both had The Honkers have signed Heineman is a 5-9, Lucas Kuipers of Roches- Rochester competed in “He’s recent success in motocross junior Ryan Hambright , soph- 185-pound infielder/pitcher ter is having a strong senior the National Silver Gloves worked his dirt bike racing events. omore Kyle Garlick and fresh- from Pacific Palisades, Calif. Boxing Tournament this tail off and Alex Martin is riding for season for the men’s basket- man Scott Heineman. This He will be playing in his first played the Kelley Eleven 10 Mods again and ball team at Rice. past weekend in Indepen- will mark the fifth straight dence, Mo. collegiate baseball season circuit this begins racing the East Coast Kuipers, a Mayo grad, is season an Oregon player has this spring. played for the Honkers. summer (2011) in the wood- Lites on Feb. 18t at the a 6-8 forward and he has Nate Burkhalter finished Guy N. Limbeck’s Local Sports bat leagues,” Nebraska Dallas Cowboys stadium. He started 20 of Rice’s 23 games. second in his weight division Hambright, a 6-2, Notebook regularly runs on coach Darin Erstad said in had his first podium finish Kuipers is averaging 6.4 and Francisco Escamilia was 195-pound utility player/ Tuesdays and Saturdays in the print the Lincoln Star Journal. at Southwick, Maine, and points and 3.6 rebounds a seventh. Burkhalter was a pitcher from Corona, Calif., edition.

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NEXT 3 GAMES SECTION ONE, CLASS AA GIRLS HOCKEY TOURNAMENT PREVIEW

FOR MINNESOTA TEAMS No. 9 CENTURY (13-13-0) vs. Dana Rasmussen was close behind the season, Mayo put together one of Noble have been Owatonna’s top No. 1 LAKEVILLE NORTH (19-5-1) with 69 points (38 goals, 31 assists). its better campaigns in 2011-12. The two players this season. Sawyer had Team Opponent Time TV Rochester Century won a playoff Kortney Kleber checked in with 58 Spartans had a minor bump late in 21 goals and 14 assists for 35 points, ICE HAWKS JUNIOR HOCKEY game for the first time in program his- points (22 goals, 36 assists), while the season, losing to Owatonna 4-1. while Noble finished the regular sea- tory Monday night, knocking off No. Lydia Wagner added 19 goals and 27 Mayo is battle-tested, though. The son with 19 goals and 12 assists for Thursday at St. Mary’s University 8 p.m. MSBN 8 JM/Lourdes 5-2 in the section play-in assists for 46 points. Anna Hunter is Spartans have been in close games all 31 points. Emily Cochran added 19 Friday vs. Lakers (in Owatonna) 7 p.m. MSBN game. For their efforts, the Panthers the team’s top goalie once again this season. In fact, they won an incred- points (12 goals, seven assists). Mallorie Saturday Edina Lakers 7:05 p.m. MSBN have earned a spot against top-seeded season. She rolled up a 16-5 record, ible eight games by one goal. They’ve Dietz is the team’s No. 1 goalie. She Lakeville North. Century shattered with a 2.16 goals-against average and been a great third-period team, out- rolled up a 12-6 record with a 2.62 MINNESOTA WILD its program wins mark and now has a .899 saves percentage. scoring foes 27-11. The Spartans are goals-against average and a .903 saves climbed to .500 at 13-13. Century percentage. ... Lakeville South enters as Today at Columbus 6 p.m. FSN Plus No. 6 WINONA (11-8-1) balanced offensively. Emily Nelson the No. 10-ranked team in Class AA. Thursday Vancouver 7 p.m. FS North didn’t end its regular season well, los- vs. No. 3 MAYO (18-6-1) led the team with 24 points, includ- ing three straight games against sec- South is one of the section’s hottest The Winhawks closed the season ing 12 goals and 12 assists. Steph Saturday Columbus 7 p.m. FS North tion foes (Owatonna, Dodge County teams, having won four consecutive on a positive note, winning their final Stettler had 23 points (10 goals, 13 and Winona). The bulk of Century’s games and eight of its last nine. South MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES four games. That streak included wins assists) and Gabby Laures finished the offense came from the Aney sisters, beat section teams Owatonna (6-2) Today Sacramento 7 p.m. FS North over section teams Owatonna and regular season with 22 points (seven Jessica and Katie. Jessica Aney led the and Farmington (3-1) during the regu- Century. The Spartans and Winhawks goals, 15 assists). Sara Brakke is one Wednesday at Memphis 7 p.m. FS North team with a whopping 72 points, in- lar season. South has been a balanced played two tight games during the of the team’s most versatile players, Friday Dallas 7 p.m. FS North cluding 23 goals and 49 assists. Katie team, though the top line has done regular season, with the Spartans and she finished with 10 goals and Aney was close behind with 67 points six assists. Rebecca Graham has been a great deal of scoring. Three players UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEN’S HOCKEY on 42 goals and 25 assists. Shantel winning 3-1 and 4-3. Carly Moran check in with 30 points or more — is one of the Big Nine Conference’s outstanding in goal. She earned a 15- Friday at Denver 8:30 p.m. FS North Plus Loos was third on the team with 17 4-1 record to go with her 1.77 goals- Callen Naasz (eight goals, 27 assists, points (nine goals, eight assists) and top players and leading scorers. She 35 points), Morgan Morse (14-18—32) Saturday at Denver 8 p.m. FS North Plus finished with 32 goals and 45 points. against average and a .927 saves Ashley Adams totaled 13 points (eight percentage. and Ari Reid (21-9—30). Annabeth Feb. 17 Bemidji State 7 p.m. FS North Plus goals, five assists). The Panthers have Monica Sanvik had 14 goals, 17 as- Smith added 19 points, including 10 been outstanding on the power play, sists and 31 points. Eliza Searcy added No. 7 OWATONNA (13-11-1) goals and nine assists. South has been UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WOMEN’S HOCKEY scoring at a 48.8 percent clip. Abby 10 goals and 11 assists for 21 points. vs. No. 2 LAKEVILLE SOUTH (19-5-1) great on the penalty killing, killing off Friday at Ohio State 6:07 p.m. Cunningham and Kaitlyn Maidl have Lindsey Cafferty has played most The Owatonna Huskies closed their 91.4 percent of its penalties. South also of the minutes between the pipes. Saturday at Ohio State 3:07 p.m. both seen significant time in net. season on a strong note, winning four has two outstanding goalies in Chloe She rolled up a 10-7 record and a of their last five games. That stretch Crosby and Taylor Gustafson. Crosby Feb. 17 North Dakota 6:07 p.m. Cunningham has a 4.20 goals-against average and a .856 saves percentage, 2.85 goals-against average. Cafferty included an impressive win over No. is 11-4 with a 1.34 goals-against av- finished the regular season with a UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEN’S BASKETBALL while Maidl has a 3.27 GAA and a 3-seeded Mayo. They also have wins erage and a .925 saves percentage. .892 SVP. ... Lakeville North is one of saves percentage of .882. ... Despite over section foes Century (two) and Gustafson is 8-1-1 with a 1.72 GAA Thursday Wisconsin 6 p.m. ESPN the top teams in the state once again, suffering many injuries throughout JM/Lourdes. Abby Sawyer and Payton and a .905 SVP. Feb. 14 Ohio State 8 p.m. ESPN entering the postseason ranked No. Feb. 18 at Northwestern 6 p.m. BTN 8 in Class AA. North enters the post season having won three straight and UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL six of its last seven. In that stretch Thursday at Iowa 7 p.m. was a 7-1 win over Class A’s No. 1-ranked team, Breck. North played Read What Your Neighbors Monday Nebraska 6:30 p.m. BTN Lakeville South twice, tying once and Feb. 16 Illinois 7 p.m. claiming a one-goal win in the second game. The Panthers have outscored UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WRESTLING opponents 40-13 in the third period Are Saying... Saturday at NWCA National Duals All Day this season. Alexis Joyce has been the Feb. 18 at NWCA National Duals All Day team’s offensive catalyst. Joyce led the March 3 at Big Ten (Purdue) All Day team with 22 goals and 46 points. Christi Vetter finished with 38 points (18 goals, 20 assists), while Dani Sadek added 28 points (nine goals, “I was missing so much more than I realized. GIRLS HOCKEY TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE 19 assists). Dani Dexter and Cassie After receiving my new Audibel hearing instruments, I SECTION ONE, CLASS AA Semifinal winners, 5 p.m. Alexander split time in goal. Dezter went 10-1 with a 1.50 goals-against immediately walked outside and could hear the leaves MONDAY, FEB. 6 SECTION ONE, CLASS A average and a .902 saves percentage, First round blowing, which I probably haven’t heard for ! ve years. Rain while Alexander was 9-4-1 with a Rochester Century 5, Rochester John WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8 on my window sill, which I hadn’t even realized I wasn’t Quarterfinals 1.72 GAA and a ,914 SVP. Marshall/Lourdes 2 hearing anymore, now it’s there. That’s something I think WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8 No. 1 Red Wing (16-7-1), bye No. 5 FARMINGTON (9-16-0) Quarterfinals No. 5 Waseca (9-10-1) at No. 4 Austin, vs. No. 4 DODGE COUNTY (20-5-0) people need in their lives, the soft little sounds. I can (11-14-0) 7 p.m. No. 9 Rochester Century (13-13-0) at No. Farmington had a rough end to the 1 Lakeville North (19-5-1), 7 p.m. No. 6 Albert Lea (5-19-1) at No. 3 understand people and the television much better now season. The Tigers dropped five con- No. 5 Farmington (9-16-0) at No. 4 Northfield (8-15-1), 7:30 p.m. without having to use large headphones.” Dodge County (20-5-0), 7:30 p.m. No. 7 Faribault (3-21-1) at No. 2 New secutive games before finally snapping No. 6 Winona (11-8-1) at No. 3 Mayo Prague (10-13-2), 7:30 p.m. the losing streak against Northfield in – Pat Therneau, Plainview Resident (18-6-1), 7 p.m. the final game of the regular season. SATURDAY, FEB. 11 No. 7 Owatonna (13-11-1) at No. 2 Farmington does have section wins Semifinals Lakeville South (19-5-1), 7 p.m. over JM/Lourdes and Owatonna. The For One Lucky Customer Waseca/Austin winner at No. 1 Red SATURDAY, FEB. 11 Wing, 7 p.m. Tigers were not a high-scoring team, Semifinals Purchase your hearing aids between now and March Northfield/A.L. winner vs. New Prague/ averaging fewer than three goals per st Century/L.N. winner vs. Farmington/D.C. game. Chloe Batta was the team’s top 31 and you will be entered into a drawing to win a winner, 7 p.m. at high seed Faribault winner, 7 p.m., at high seed scorer with 14 points (10 goals, four full refund of your purchase price. Call for details. Winona/Mayo winner vs. Owatonna/L.S. assists). Haley Doll (8-5—13) and Betsy winner, 7 p.m., at high seed THURSDAY, FEB. 16 Anderson (6-6—12) were the only THURSDAY, FEB. 16 Championship at Owatonna other players in double figures. 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