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Minnesota State Mavericks Season Review
Following this accomplishment, the Mavericks won their first NCAA game in school history, defeating Quinnipiac in overtime. They shut out Minnesota University in the NCAA West Final and reached the Frozen Four for the first time.
Minnesota State eventually fell to St. Cloud, as a goal late in regulation would end the Mavericks hopes of advancing. This season, filled with quarantines, uncertainty, and unprecedented success, was one for the history books. Future Minnesota State University teams will be sure to try and model this one.
The Players
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A Look at Minnesota State with Assistant Coach Darren Blue
The Minnesota State Mavericks are a leading force in men’s college hockey. Based out of Mankato, Minnesota, Minnesota State is one of the five schools located in the state competing in Division I college hockey. Former Minnesota State player and current assistant coach, Darren Blue, has forged a winning culture at the program and helped young talent find success following their college years.
He has been apart of Minnesota State’s coaching staff since the 2000-01 season, following a few years coaching at Chicago Lakes High School from 1996-99.