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Moorhead Spuds Repeat as State Hockey Champions
Spuds defeat Minnetonka 5-4 in double overtime thriller
Published on Mar. 8, 2026
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The Moorhead Spuds have won their second consecutive state hockey championship, defeating Minnetonka 5-4 in a double overtime thriller at the Grand Casino Arena. Evan Wanner scored the game-winning goal for the Spuds, who are the first team to repeat as state champions in over a decade.
Why it matters
High school hockey is a beloved tradition in Minnesota, and the Spuds' back-to-back titles cement their status as one of the state's top programs. The dramatic double overtime victory will be remembered as an instant classic in the annals of Minnesota high school sports.
The details
In the championship game, the Spuds and Minnetonka battled through regulation and two overtime periods before Evan Wanner scored the decisive goal to give Moorhead the victory. The Spuds, who won their first state title last year, finished the season with a 27-3-1 record.
- The championship game took place on March 7, 2026 at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul.
- Moorhead won their first state title in program history in 2025.
The players
Moorhead Spuds
The high school hockey team from Moorhead, Minnesota that won back-to-back state championships in 2025 and 2026.
Minnetonka
The high school hockey team from Minnetonka, Minnesota that lost to Moorhead in the 2026 state championship game.
Evan Wanner
The Moorhead Spuds player who scored the game-winning goal in double overtime to secure the state championship.
What they’re saying
“This is an incredible accomplishment for our team and our community. To win back-to-back state titles is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our players.”
— Todd Neuharth, Head Coach, Moorhead Spuds (Valley News Live)
What’s next
The Moorhead Spuds will look to make it three state titles in a row when they return to the ice next season.
The takeaway
The Moorhead Spuds have cemented their status as one of Minnesota's premier high school hockey programs, becoming the first team in over a decade to win consecutive state championships. Their dramatic double overtime victory will be remembered as an instant classic in the state's rich hockey history.
