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Rosemount

John's Journal: Postgame Leadership On Display

February 23, 2023
John's Journal
Leadership can be seen in many places. On the high school level, team captains set the tone for younger players, whether it’s at practice, in school or during competition. Leadership can also be seen after games, especially following tough losses.
anthem

John's Journal: Worry About The Weather? Not A Chance

February 22, 2023
John's Journal
While some people freak out about the weather, there was a sense of normalcy inside Xcel Energy Center on Wednesday. Other than the Covid-19 pandemic, it’s difficult if not impossible to remember an MSHSL state tournament being called off or postponed because of weather.
Szymanski

John's Journal: Three Siblings, Three Hockey Officials

February 14, 2023
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The Szymanski kids grew up in a sports-oriented family in Sauk Rapids. Ryan, Matt, Justin and little sister Kaelyn were athletes at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School. They all became hockey officials, which set up a special day for their family recently when Ryan, Matt and Kaelyn officiated together for the first time.
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John’s Journal: Moorhead Speech Director To Receive National Honor

February 9, 2023
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League News
Moorhead's Rebecca Meyer-Larson is not one to focus on personal acclaim, but her years of dedication to students is being recognized by the National Federation of State High School Associations. During the annual NFHS summer meeting in late June in Seattle, she will be awarded the NFHS Citation Award.
DLS

John’s Journal: New DeLaSalle Coach Meets High Expectations

February 1, 2023
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When DeLaSalle High School was looking for a new head boys basketball coach before this season began, Islanders senior Nasir Whitlock knew whom he wanted to see get the job. He hoped longtime assistant coach Todd Anderson would be promoted.
Roseville

John's Journal: Three Generations Of Gymnastics Coaches

January 25, 2023
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A family photo is affixed to the front of a refrigerator inside the Roseville High School gymnastics center. The family, three generations strong, is also the coaching staff for the Raiders. They may be the only three-generation varsity coaching staff in the state.
Lakia

John’s Journal: Morris Area’s Manska Named Heart Of The Arts Winner

January 16, 2023
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Lakia Manska, a 2022 graduate of Morris Area High School, has been selected by the Minnesota State High School League as this year’s recipient of the Heart of the Arts award. The award recognizes individuals who exemplify the ideals of the positive heart of the arts and represent the core mission of education-based activities.
Lundeen

John’s Journal: National Honor For Becker’s Lundeen

January 8, 2023
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At the American Football Coaches Association convention in Charlotte, North Carolina, Lundeen received the highest honor the group confers when he was named the national winner of the Power of Influence Award.