Staff writers Ron Haggstrom and Jim Paulsen asked coaches which ballparks and fields are worth the drive. Here’s what they found.

Forest Lake makes a strong case for the No. 1 spot over Mankato East.

Carson Walker pitched a two-hitter and piled up hits for the Cougars in the 3-0 start that he dreams will end with a state tournament appearance.

Staff writer Jim Paulsen’s selections for the Top 25 softball teams in Minnesota, regardless of class.

Defending champs return for more in Minnesota high school golf, led by four of 2024’s six individual winners.

In Minnesota’s biggest high school sport, a baker’s dozen of top athletes return in events ranging from the 100 meters to the discus.

Among the players who will stand out this season is Randolph’s Carter Raymond, the 2024 Star Tribune Metro Player of the Year and reigning Gatorade Minnesota Player of the Year.

Two-time defending Class 3A champion Mankato East is the state’s best, says staff writer Jim Paulsen.

Others suggested she would slow down, but Hushagen never did, repeating as the Class 3A champion.

St. Paul Highland Park’s girls team had the top two finishers and won the Class 2A team title.