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<p>Many prospects competed in tournaments around the state on Friday from the Twin Cities Challenge in Burnsville to the Jimmy John's Tournament in Marshall. Here's a look at Friday's top performers. </p>
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Many prospects competed in tournaments around the state on Friday from the Twin Cities Challenge in Burnsville to the Jimmy John's Tournament in Marshall. Here's a look at Friday's top performers.
HEIGHT
5'8"
POS
DS/L
CLASS
2025
State:
Minnesota
School:
Willmar
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HEIGHT
5'11"
POS
S
CLASS
2027
State:
Minnesota
School:
Willmar
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HEIGHT
6'1"
POS
RS
CLASS
2024
State:
Minnesota
School:
Sartell
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HEIGHT
5'8"
POS
OH
CLASS
2024
State:
Minnesota
School:
Cannon Falls
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HEIGHT
5'8"
POS
S/RS
CLASS
2026
State:
Minnesota
School:
Cannon Falls
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HEIGHT
5'7"
POS
OH
CLASS
2025
State:
Minnesota
School:
Cannon Falls
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