The Free Press, Mankato, MN

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March 24, 2006

Thanks to Cougars

Congratulations Cougars

Congratulations to our East/Loyola Cougars for their first trip to the State Hockey Tournament. The team represented Mankato with an effort our entire community can be proud of. As a proud parent of one of the 13 seniors on the team, I can only say, what a great way to finish.

Our boys never gave up or stopped battling in either game, despite being heavy underdogs. The Cougars broke new ground this year, proving to all the younger players that the road to the State Hockey Tournament can run through Mankato, and that hard work does make dreams come true!! There may only be one “First Team from Mankato to make State”, but future teams can build on what these Cougars have accomplished.

Thanks to Coach Pat Michaud, his entire coaching staff, Mankato East Athletic Director Todd Waterbury and his crew for all they did to make the State experience a great one for the players and fans.

Larry Wild

Mankato

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