The Vikings' experience proved too much for the Polars, making their first appearance in a Prep Bowl.
Minneota players, including quarterback Alex Pohlen (12), celebrated with their trophy after defeating Minneapolis North in the 1A championship game Saturday. Photo: Aaron Lavinsky * aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com
When Shakopee and Cretin-Derham Hall meet Friday, they will be trying to get back to the state quarterfinals under program-building coaches who were last there with different schools.