Minnesota State hockey claims Mason Cup

Mavericks defeat St. Thomas to win conference championship

Mar. 21, 2026 at 6:23am

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The Minnesota State University hockey team defeated the University of St. Thomas in the conference championship game, claiming the Mason Cup for the third time in the last five seasons.

Why it matters

Minnesota State has emerged as a consistent powerhouse in the regional college hockey landscape, with this latest championship continuing the program's sustained excellence and cementing its status as one of the top teams in the state.

The details

The Mavericks defeated the Tommies by a score of 4-2 in the championship game, overcoming an early deficit to rally and claim the title. Minnesota State's victory marks the program's third Mason Cup in the last five years, solidifying the team's position as a dominant force in the conference.

  • The championship game was played on March 20, 2026.

The players

Minnesota State University

The public university located in Mankato, Minnesota, with a strong hockey program that has won multiple conference championships in recent years.

University of St. Thomas

A private university in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a competitive hockey team that reached the conference championship game.

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What they’re saying

“Winning the Mason Cup is always the goal, and to do it again is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our players.”

— Mike Hastings, Head Coach, Minnesota State University

What’s next

Minnesota State will now advance to the NCAA Division I hockey tournament, where they will look to make a deep run and compete for a national championship.

The takeaway

Minnesota State's hockey program has established itself as a consistent powerhouse in the region, with this latest conference championship further solidifying the team's status as one of the top college hockey programs in the state and the nation.