Football Scholarship Awaits, But Coshenet Focused on Dodge County Hockey

Senior captain leads team in goals, assists, and points as Wildcats aim for return to Section 1A title game

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Gabe Coshenet, a senior at Byron High School, has signed a football scholarship to play at Southwest Minnesota State University next fall. But this winter, Coshenet is fully committed to helping the Dodge County boys hockey team make a deep playoff run. As one of the team's captains, Coshenet leads the Wildcats in goals, assists, and points, and is hoping to guide them to their second-ever trip to the Class 1A state tournament.

Why it matters

Coshenet's dual-sport success highlights the challenges student-athletes face in balancing commitments to multiple teams, especially as they prepare to transition to college. His leadership and production have kept the Wildcats in contention for a section title, despite the looming pull of his football future.

The details

Coshenet briefly considered giving up hockey to focus solely on football, but ultimately decided to see out his senior season with the Wildcats. He leads the team with 22 goals, 24 assists, and 46 points, and has formed a potent line with fellow standouts Camryn Koch and Nolan Steele. The trio has combined for 51 goals and 113 points, including 22 on the power play. Dodge County has won 7 of its last 9 games, including a key 1-0 victory over Lourdes, putting them in position for a high seed in the upcoming section playoffs.

  • Coshenet signed his football scholarship in the fall of 2025.
  • The Dodge County Wildcats' section playoffs begin on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Gabe Coshenet

A senior at Byron High School who has signed a football scholarship to play at Southwest Minnesota State University next fall, but is currently focused on leading the Dodge County boys hockey team's playoff push as one of the team's captains.

Camryn Koch

A sophomore forward on the Dodge County Wildcats' top line, who has 15 goals and 33 points this season.

Nolan Steele

A freshman forward on the Dodge County Wildcats who has set the program's record for points by a freshman, with 14 goals and 34 points.

Northfield

The defending Section 1A champion, and one of the top contenders Dodge County will face in the upcoming playoffs.

Waseca

Another top team in Section 1A that will challenge Dodge County for a spot in the section final.

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What they’re saying

“Hockey is definitely, definitely something I don't want to let go yet, and it's going to be hard to do, but it's also a good thing to take in football; it'll be a good opportunity for my future. But, it'll definitely be sad (to be done with hockey).”

— Gabe Coshenet, Senior Captain (Yahoo Sports)

“Cam's a great leader, a very hard worker in practice and he's always pushing everybody to get better. He's always picking everybody up, lifting the spirits if we're down a goal. That's huge, especially from a young guy... That's something you want on your team.”

— Gabe Coshenet, Senior Captain (Yahoo Sports)

“Nolan — he's something. I really like him... He's been playing great and he's a player you're going to want to watch in the future. Very talented.”

— Gabe Coshenet, Senior Captain (Yahoo Sports)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Coshenet's ability to balance his football future with a determined push for a hockey championship in his final high school season demonstrates the maturity and leadership skills that have made him a standout student-athlete. His commitment to the Dodge County Wildcats, even with a college scholarship waiting, is an inspiring example of putting team goals ahead of individual pursuits.