Caledonia and Southland secure consolation championships in North Mankato

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

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Caledonia and Southland softball teams concluded their seasons with consolation championships on June 4 in North Mankato. Caledonia finished its first state tournament appearance by defeating Rockford 5-1 in the Class 2A consolation championship, while Southland claimed a 3-2 victory over Barnum in the Class 1A consolation title. Caledonia leveraged three Rockford errors, with Ashlyn Reinhart and Paizley Lange leading offensively. Southland's Shannon Kiefer contributed with two doubles and an RBI, while Laney Weis earned the win in the circle. Both teams capped off successful seasons with these performances.

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  • Caledonia won the Class 2A consolation championship against Rockford, 5-1.
  • Southland secured the Class 1A consolation title, defeating Barnum, 3-2.
  • Avery Augedahl pitched a complete game for Caledonia with eight strikeouts.
  • Shannon Kiefer had two doubles and an RBI for Southland.
  • Both teams wrapped up successful seasons in North Mankato.
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Jun. 4—NORTH MANKATO — The Caledonia and Southland softball teams each capped their memorable seasons with a high note on Thursday in North Mankato. The Warriors finished off their first state tournament appearance with a 5-1 defeat of Rockford to capture the Class 2A consolation championship, while the Rebels — making their first state appearance since 1995 — beat Barnum 3-2 to bring home the ...

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