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Rocori Spartans Win 8AAA Title, Reach First State Since 2018

6/5/2026

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Summary

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Rocori Spartans beat Willmar Cardinals 4-1 in the 8AAA championship on June 4, 2026 at Joe Faber Field, St. Cloud.
Pitcher Max Fredin threw a complete game, allowing five hits, two walks and one unearned run while adding three RBIs.
The win sends Rocori to its first state tournament since 2018 (its 10th overall), leaving Willmar, which entered 19-7, without a berth since 2021.

History

Historical Context

Since the Minnesota State High School League created the Class AA/A split in 1994, its varsity programs—now 141 teams, including 64 in Class AA—have crowned state champions across sports. Edina High School’s 1995 Class AA baseball title and Rocori High School’s 2026 tournament debut echo this legacy, showing how historic classification fuels community pride and competitive growth.

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Story summary

Rocori Spartans beat Willmar Cardinals 4-1 in the 8AAA championship on June 4, 2026 at Joe Faber Field, St. Cloud.
Pitcher Max Fredin threw a complete game, allowing five hits, two walks and one unearned run while adding three RBIs.
The win sends Rocori to its first state tournament since 2018 (its 10th overall), leaving Willmar, which entered 19-7, without a berth since 2021.

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