MANKATO — Who will earn the crown that comes with the title of Ms. Softball? We’ll find out next week. But two familiar area names are in the running for the illustrious title. Mankato East shortstop Emily Hacker and United South Central pitcher Mariah An... See more
ST. MICHAEL — There was a reason for everyone in Mankato to cheer during the 2026 track and field state championships. Here’s everything that went down. Class AA Boys Mankato’s hilltop was left all smiles after the final day of the boys Class AA champions... See more
MINNEAPOLIS — Top of the seventh, two outs, bases empty. Lake Crystal Wellcome Memorial pitcher Nettie Parsons has an 0-2 count on Visitation’s Charlotte Ferguson. The LCWM faithful are on their feet. The Knights are one legendary moment away from achievi... See more
I’m sitting here at a McDonald’s in St. Peter with the legendary Jim Rueda. United South Central claimed a 1-0 win over West Lutheran to repeat as state champions. You’re probably wondering “Mitch, you knew this was going to happen, right? You knew USC wa... See more
MANKATO — Here’s what happened in the local sports scene Thursday. Softball Class AAA consolation championship Mankato East 4, Orono 2 Kenley Staunton came up with another big showing. She finished the day 2 for 3 with a double, a triple, two RBIs and a r... See more
