Mankato East Dominates Century/John Marshall 8-1 in Hockey Showdown

URGENT UPDATE: Mankato East delivered a stunning performance, crushing Century/John Marshall with an 8-1 victory in a Big Nine Conference clash on November 20, 2025, at Graham Arena 4. The Cougars unleashed an impressive 53 shots on goal, showcasing their offensive prowess as they soared to 3-0-1 overall and 2-0-0 in Big Nine play.

The game was marked by a dominant first period where Mankato East surged ahead with a commanding 4-0 lead. They continued to build momentum, leading 7-1 after two periods, leaving Century/John Marshall scrambling to keep up.

Key players for Mankato East included Laina Peterson, Ava Tibodeau, and Ella Fugazzi, each racking up three points—Peterson and Tibodeau with one goal and two assists, while Fugazzi netted two goals and one assist. Brielle Newton also contributed significantly with two goals of her own.

For Century/John Marshall, Kennedy Stewart scored the lone goal, aided by assists from Katie Nelson and Izzy Bazzel. Goalie Isabella Scranton faced a barrage of shots, making 45 saves against Mankato East’s relentless offense, while Gretta Oachs recorded just 9 saves on 10 shots for the Cougars.

With this decisive win, Mankato East solidifies its position as a formidable contender in the league. Meanwhile, Century/John Marshall, now standing at 5-2-0 overall and 1-2-0 in conference play, will look to bounce back when they host Winona at 3 p.m. on Saturday.

This thrilling match is a reminder of the exciting talent in girls’ hockey, and it sets the stage for an engaging season ahead. Fans are eager to see how both teams will respond in their upcoming games.