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The St. Cloud Crush and St. Cloud Cathedral boys hockey programs will not face each other this season, marking the second omission in five years. Coaches cite class‑level constraints and limited opponents as the primary drivers.
A $16.8 million overhaul of the Municipal Athletic Complex in St. Cloud adds modern amenities, energy‑saving refrigeration and new locker rooms, funded by state bonds and local taxes, and aims to grow the sport among youth.
St. Cloud State’s new coach Nick Oliver and local high‑school teams gear up for a week of outdoor matchups in Brainerd, highlighting Minnesota’s deep hockey roots.