BREAKING: Dodge County secured a decisive 5-2 victory against Little Falls in a non-conference boys hockey matchup on January 17, 2026. The Wildcats surged ahead with four goals in the second period, effectively ending a three-game losing streak.
Little Falls initially led the game 1-0 at the end of the first period, but Dodge County responded fiercely in the second. Camryn Koch tied the game with a power-play goal just 1:59 into the period, setting the stage for a dominant performance.
Cohen McNeilus and Gabe Coshenet followed with back-to-back goals just 24 seconds apart, shifting the momentum to a 3-1 lead. Coshenet’s goal was significant, as it marked the official game-winner. He capped off an impressive performance with another goal and an assist, achieving a total of three points in the game.
In the closing minutes, Evan Hain sealed the win with an empty-net goal, bringing his tally to one goal and one assist. Both he and McNeilus contributed significantly, each netting a goal and providing an assist.
The Wildcats’ goalie, Parker Kinsley, made 11 saves on 13 shots, showcasing solid defensive work as Dodge County improved their record to 9-6-0.
Little Falls, now at 3-12-0, struggled to maintain momentum after their initial lead. Goals from Beau Majerle and Drew Petersen provided brief excitement, but the team could not recover from the second-period surge.
Looking ahead, Dodge County will face Waseca in a crucial Section 1, Class 1A matchup on Tuesday at 7 p.m., as they aim to build on this victory and gain momentum for the remainder of the season.
AREA GAME RESULTS:
NORTHFIELD 9, RED WING 1 – Northfield dominated, with standout performances from Miles Kennelly and Christian Whiteman, as the team improved to 3-2-4.
LA CRESCENT-HOKAH 7, REDWOOD VALLEY 4 – La Crescent-Hokah’s offense shined with multiple players contributing to their victory.
Stay tuned for more updates as the hockey season progresses and teams strive for playoff positions!
