Hayfield/Schaeffer Academy girls win Gopher East title

Vikings defeat Kenyon-Wanamingo 54-42 to advance to Gopher Championship game

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Hayfield/Schaeffer Academy girls' basketball team defeated Kenyon-Wanamingo 54-42 to clinch the Gopher East title. Lily Morrisey scored 18 points to lead the Vikings, who will play at New Richland-HEG on Saturday in the Gopher Championship game.

Why it matters

This victory marks a significant achievement for the Hayfield/Schaeffer Academy girls' basketball program, as they have secured the Gopher East title and earned a spot in the prestigious Gopher Championship game.

The details

The Vikings jumped out to an early lead and maintained control throughout the game, defeating Kenyon-Wanamingo by a final score of 54-42. Lily Morrisey led the way with 18 points, while Maggie Hansen added 12 points. Other contributors included Jenna Christopherson, Avi Alexander, Carmen Molina, Kenna Rutledge, Betsy Gillette, and Maddie Buehler.

  • The Vikings (20-6 overall) will play at New Richland-HEG at 7 p.m. Saturday in the Gopher Championship game.

The players

Lily Morrisey

A key player for the Hayfield/Schaeffer Academy girls' basketball team, scoring 18 points in the Gopher East title game.

Maggie Hansen

Contributed 12 points to the Vikings' victory over Kenyon-Wanamingo.

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What’s next

The Vikings will face a tough challenge in the Gopher Championship game against New Richland-HEG on Saturday evening.

The takeaway

Hayfield/Schaeffer Academy's girls' basketball team has proven their dominance in the Gopher East, and their appearance in the Gopher Championship game is a testament to their hard work and talent throughout the season.