The Star Tribune has a long history of honoring high school sports excellence through its All-Metro awards, which have been in place since the 1980s. Notable past winners include Steve Walsh, Kevin Lynch, and Shannon Loeblien. However, the publication has now announced a new era with the introduction of the All-Minnesota teams, reflecting a deeper investment in coverage across the state. Going forward, 25 athletes will be selected from each team sport, with the Player of the Year potentially coming from anywhere in Minnesota. Readers can expect to see coverage of student-athletes and teams from a wider range of communities.
Readers are encouraged to embrace this change and look forward to further updates and improvements in the future. The publication welcomes questions and feedback on the new approach and encourages contact with the preps coverage team. The first wave of All-Minnesota Team student-athletes are congratulated for earning this new name, which is fitting for the expanded coverage and recognition of sports talent across the state. The All-Minnesota teams mark a significant shift in the way high school sports excellence is acknowledged, reflecting a commitment to showcasing talent from all corners of Minnesota.
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