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Suburban school with success in its past to drop hockey

By KEVIN BERTELS, Star Tribune, 08/29/24, 12:45PM CDT

Bloomington Kennedy, citing low participation at the youth level, announced it will merge with Bloomington Jefferson in 2025-26.

Coach Jerry Peterson led Kennedy to its one state title, in 1987. (Star Tribune file)

The cost of playing hockey had a role in the decision, Kennedy's activities director said.

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