Cretin-Derham Hall coach Matt Funk raved of the 6-5 Dodig: “He is a physical specimen. He plays with an edge that is tough to play against. He is a shutdown defensemen with a long reach and an effortless stride. He will be one of the top players in the state.” Should be in the Reed Larson Award mix as well.
Rosemount coach Ricky Saintey called Toll “an electric player with his hockey IQ. His ability to think the game is at a level that most players in high school cannot match. He is the ultimate team player and look forward to him having a big year.” Should be in the Reed Larson Award discussion.
Posted eight shutouts among his 18 victories last season and carried the Bears to the Class 2A state tournament. Favorite for the Frank Brimsek Award, bestowed on the state’s top senior goaltender.