The Free Press, Mankato, MN Shane Frederick

MSU hockey fans hope Williams will deliver — with or without a glove

2012-05-21T22:30:05-05:00

Future Minnesota State goaltender Stephon Williams has become a YouTube sensation by making a bare-handed save in the USHL playoffs earlier this month.

Frederick: Hastings hire a serious signal from MSU

2012-04-17T23:59:34-05:00

Frederick: Top assistants shouldn't discount MSU

2012-04-09T22:41:57-05:00

If you make your living in the world of sports, you can only be assured that there are no assurances.

Frederick: Mavericks need to move quickly on Jutting's replacement

2012-04-04T00:23:10-05:00

Minnesota State needs to make a statement to its players, incoming recruits and fan base and make a move on a coach sooner rather than later.

Frederick: Future WCHA team Ferris State in the title hunt

2012-03-26T23:48:31-05:00

Many who follow Minnesota State hockey wondered who Ferris State was when it was announced the school would join the WCHA in 2013, but they likely know who the Bulldogs are now.

Frederick: MSU turns attention to the offseason

2012-03-13T00:15:49-05:00

Minnesota State played better late in the season, and now the focus turns to its offseason schedule.

FREDERICK: Mavericks need to get back to St. Paul before WCHA breaks up

2012-03-05T23:30:35-06:00

The Mavericks haven’t qualified for the Final Five since their magical 2002-03 season. And, while some folks around Mankato seem to be coming around to the idea that MSU has a chance to make some noise in a revamped WCHA, the program sure could use a more immediate boost by getting to the final weekend this year or next.

Frederick: Arena envy grips Mankato

2012-01-30T23:59:20-06:00

Bemidji State's year-old arena boasts many features that would be instant improvements at the Verizon Wireless Center.

Frederick: Mavericks looking to turn the corner

2012-01-23T23:48:01-06:00

The Minnesota State men's hockey team has been playing better as of late, and with a favorable schedule, the Mavericks are hoping to gain ground in the standings.

Recent tragedies shine light on hockey safety

2012-01-10T22:32:40-06:00

On Thursday, during the girls and boys games between Mankato West and Mankato East/Loyola, wristbands will be sold to benefit the Jack Jablonski family. The fundraiser was set up by the Benilde girls team, who had 50,000 made to sell for $2 each. The Mankato Area Hockey Association obtained 500 wristbands to sell. If they sell out, orders can be made for more.