In front of a loud, electric crowd at Graham Arena I, Mayo held off rival John Marshall to win the 10th all-time postseason meeting between the long-time boys hockey rivals.
Sam Jacobson led the Mayo boys hockey team in goals and points last season. After a summer filled with gaining experience at higher levels, Jacobson is prepared to help Mayo make a deep playoff push this season.
Mason Leimbek more than doubled his season points total in one night, and Nick Weick was outstanding in goal as Rochester Mayo beat New Richmond 6-2 to advance to the Kiwanis Festival Gold Division championship game.