CONWAY — Nobody is mentioning the Kennett High ice hockey team as a Division III title contender — that’s just fine with this group of Eagles, who are eager to make their mark in the 25th year of Kennett Hockey.
Hockey Night in Boston released its top six picks for Division III on Dec. 10, and the Eagles did not make the list.
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