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Proctor/Hermantown Mirage Capture Consolation Victory at State Hockey Tournament
Mirage defeat Mankato East 1-0 to close out the MSHSL girls' hockey tournament on a high note.
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage girls' hockey team capped off their season with a 1-0 victory over Mankato East in the consolation final of the MSHSL state tournament. After a scoreless first two periods, Avery Milbridge broke the deadlock in the third period with a goal assisted by Natalie Heitzman. Mirage goaltender Suri Langley recorded 21 saves to earn the shutout, her 10th of the season. The Mirage finished the year with a 20-7-2 record, including back-to-back consolation tournament wins.
Why it matters
The Mirage's consolation victory at the state tournament caps off a successful season for the team, who were able to bounce back from an early tournament exit to finish on a high note. The win showcases the team's resilience and ability to compete at the highest level of high school girls' hockey in Minnesota.
The details
The Mirage and Mankato East were scoreless through the first two periods before Avery Milbridge broke the deadlock in the third period, scoring the game's lone goal off an assist from Natalie Heitzman. Mirage goaltender Suri Langley was stellar in net, making 21 saves to record the shutout, her 10th of the season.
- The MSHSL girls' hockey tournament took place in February 2026.
The players
Avery Milbridge
A player for the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage who scored the game-winning goal in the consolation final.
Natalie Heitzman
A player for the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage who assisted on the game-winning goal in the consolation final.
Suri Langley
The goaltender for the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage who recorded a 21-save shutout in the consolation final.
Emma Stauber
The head coach of the Proctor/Hermantown Mirage girls' hockey team.
The takeaway
The Proctor/Hermantown Mirage girls' hockey team demonstrated their resilience and competitive spirit by bouncing back from an early tournament exit to capture the consolation championship at the MSHSL state tournament. Their 20-7-2 record and 10 shutouts on the season showcase the team's defensive prowess and ability to win close games.
