Bay Reps Girls Hockey Team Wins State Championship

Northern Michigan program captures Michigan Girls High School Hockey League title with dominant 6-0 victory

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

The Bay Reps girls varsity hockey team won the Michigan Girls High School Hockey League (MGHSHL) State Championship this weekend, defeating Grosse Pointe South 6-0 in the finals. Entering the tournament ranked #1 in the state, the Bay Reps delivered a commanding performance to secure the title and cap an outstanding season for the Northern Michigan program.

Why it matters

The championship highlights the strength and continued growth of girls high school hockey in Michigan, marking a major milestone for the Bay Reps program and Northern Michigan athletes. The team has now qualified for USA Hockey Nationals, where they will represent the region on the national stage.

The details

Goals in the finals were scored by Sara Outman, Ellie Bryce, Brooklyn Cooper and Paisleigh Upshaw. The Bay Reps program represents a collaboration of multiple high schools across Northern Michigan and competes in the expanding Michigan Girls High School Hockey League.

  • The Bay Reps won the MGHSHL State Championship on March 7, 2026.
  • The team previously qualified for USA Hockey Nationals.

The players

Bay Reps Girls Hockey Team

A collaborative high school hockey program representing Northern Michigan that competes in the Michigan Girls High School Hockey League.

Sara Outman

A player on the Bay Reps girls hockey team who scored a goal in the state championship game.

Ellie Bryce

A player on the Bay Reps girls hockey team who scored a goal in the state championship game.

Brooklyn Cooper

A player on the Bay Reps girls hockey team who scored a goal in the state championship game.

Paisleigh Upshaw

A player on the Bay Reps girls hockey team who scored a goal in the state championship game.

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What’s next

The Bay Reps will now represent Northern Michigan at the USA Hockey Nationals, where they will compete against top teams from across the country.

The takeaway

The Bay Reps' state championship victory highlights the growth and success of girls high school hockey in Michigan, providing a platform for Northern Michigan athletes to compete at the highest levels of the sport.