The Irondale Knights tipped the host Owatonna Huskies ice hockey squad by a tally of 6-5 in Thursday's non-league match.

Next, the Knights face the Denfeld Hunters (Duluth, MN) in a non-league match, on Friday, December 27. Irondale will attempt to improve on its 5-5 season record. The Hunters come into the match with a 2-5 record after their 2-1 non-league win over Duluth East (Duluth, MN).

The Huskies (5-3) will now prepare for their match against Mankato East (Mankato, MN). The Cougars come into the Big 9 match with a 4-5 record.