URGENT UPDATE: Mankato East’s girls hockey team delivered a stunning performance, outpacing Century/John Marshall by a score of 8-1 in a Big Nine Conference clash at Graham Arena on November 20, 2025. The Cougars unleashed a remarkable 53 shots on goal, showcasing their offensive prowess and leaving Century reeling.
The Cougars, now boasting a record of 3-0-1 overall and 2-0-0 in the Big Nine, established control early, leading 4-0 after the first period and 7-1 by the end of the second. This commanding victory underscores Mankato East’s dominance in the league this season.
Star players for the Cougars included Laina Peterson, Ava Tibodeau, and Ella Fugazzi, each contributing three points to the scoreboard. Peterson and Tibodeau each netted one goal and two assists, while Fugazzi scored two goals and added one assist. Additionally, Brielle Newton made her mark with two goals, further solidifying the Cougars’ offensive onslaught.
Despite the loss, Century/John Marshall’s Kennedy Stewart managed to score, with assists from Katie Nelson and Izzy Bazzel. Goalie Isabella Scranton faced a barrage of shots, making an impressive 45 saves out of 53 attempts.
As Mankato East celebrates this decisive victory, they look ahead to continue their strong performance in upcoming matches. Century/John Marshall, now sitting at 5-2-0 overall and 1-2-0 in the Big Nine, will seek to rebound this Saturday at 3 p.m. when they host Winona.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and future matchups that could shape the remainder of the season.
