Retiring U of M goalie Noora Raty looks ahead
Finland's goalkeeper Noora Raty, who played for the University of Minnesota, makes a save during a match versus Switzerland at the Shayba Arena on Feb. 12, 2014.
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Former University of Minnesota hockey goalie Noora Raty made news during the recent Olympics, but not necessarily for her play on her native Finland's national team.
Raty, at age 24 widely considered one of the best goalies in the country, announced her retirement after Finland was eliminated from medal contention.
With the Gophers starting NCAA tournament play this weekend, we catch up with Raty as she looks ahead.
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