Exciting High School Sports Action Across Minnesota

This past week, high school sports players across Minnesota showcased their talents in thrilling matches and competitions. Different cities hosted several tournaments in various sports, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

Quarterfinals Results from Class 5A State Tournament

In the quarterfinals, Alexandria edged out Armstrong with a close score of 17-14. Elk River had a strong showing against Monticello, finishing at 36-29. Chanhassen proved dominant over St. Thomas Academy, winning confidently 38-21. Owatonna and Cretin-Derham Hall had a nail-biter that went into overtime, with Owatonna narrowly winning 22-21.

Class 3A State Tournament Highlights

In Class 3A, Dassel-Cokato overcame Fairmont by just one point, finishing at 29-28. Pequot Lakes secured a victory against Annandale, ending with a score of 22-15. Stewartville displayed strength, defeating Holy Family 40-14.

Volleyball Championships Thrill Fans

In volleyball, Lakeville South battled Champlin Park for the Class 4A state championship, winning 25-16, 25-17, 14-25, 20-25, 15-10. East Ridge secured third place by defeating Roseville 25-23, 25-21, 25-20. The Class 3A championship saw Alexandria beating Marshall 25-23, 25-22, 21-25, 25-22.

Swimming State Meet Qualifiers Shine

As swimming season heats up, Eastview led Section 2A with exceptional performances. The 200 medley relay teams showcased speed, with Hastings clocking in at 1:52.10. Notable individual performances included Marcott from Apple Valley in the 50 freestyle with a time of 23.32.

These events highlight the excitement and competitive spirit that define Minnesota high school sports. Fans are eagerly looking forward to more thrilling performances as the seasons progress.