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Blooming Prairie grad Gabe Hagen made his last season with the Minnesota State University at Mankato football team his best one as he was named Don Hansen All-American honorable mention after playing a key role for the Mavericks.

Hagen, who recently graduated from MSU, played in 13 games this season and caught 45 passes for 541 yards and six TDs. He was named All-American First Team earlier this season.

The Mavericks went 11-4 overall this season as they were eliminated in the NCAA semifinals on a 35-21 loss to No. 1 Valdosta State on Dec. 14.