26-27 RAYHA Board Candidates

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

The number one thing I bring to the board is my experience in working with youth. I have worked 26 years professionally with youth, in every aspect there is. I understand how, why and what makes youth tick, not only as young athletes but as youth in general. I coached youth rugby for years and understand what it takes to be a great coach leader and mentor to young athletes. I bring strong leadership, a hard work ethic, and a dedication to communicating and providing the best possible outcomes to those who are in our hockey association. I am able to see the big picture and break it down into to workable pieces to achieve the goal at hand. I have been a part of the RAYHA board for the last 6 years and have enjoyed working with our hockey community.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

10 years

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

I would like a position on the board because I see the impact that RAYHA has had on my family. I would like the opportunity to help make positive changes and decisions that will impact the lives of others that are a part of our hockey community. I believe in being part of a team and believe if we all do our part, we will succeed in making RAYHA a huge pillar in the Roseville community.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Board Member, Board Subcommittee

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

My primary qualification is over 10 years of experience coaching youth sports, including the last five years with the Roseville Area Youth Hockey Association Through coaching, I have developed strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills. I focus on creating a positive environment where players learn accountability, respect, and teamwork while still having fun. I am comfortable communicating directly with players and families while maintaining a supportive and encouraging atmosphere. I also work hard to build team morale and help individuals come together to function as a cohesive team. I believe these skills would allow me to contribute positively to the board and support the continued growth of the association.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

I have been involved with the Roseville Area Youth Hockey Association for the past five years as a coach and active participant in the program. During that time I have worked closely with players, families, and other coaches and have developed a strong appreciation for the community and values the association promotes.

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

After several years of coaching within the Roseville Area Youth I would like to give back to the organization in a broader way. Youth sports have been a big part of my life for more than two decades, and I care deeply about creating a positive experience for young athletes. Serving on the board would allow me to support the association, contribute ideas from a coaching perspective, and help ensure that players and families continue to have a strong, well-run program that focuses on development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Coach

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

Able to make different things on a circuit

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

One year

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

Help out the community

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Haven't done any

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

I’ve been involved with the board for the last 5 years. I’ve been a voting member for the last two years. I’ve been mngr director and community outreach. I enjoy learning how boards run, work with people and just help where I can. RAYHA needs help from the board perspective and I’d like to continue, and would encourage anyone else to help too!

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

I grew up playing hockey for Roseville, I started coaching when my youngest started in mites, next year he’ll be a peewee and hopefully help out there where I’m needed. I enjoy these times as they go so quick!

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

To help RAYHA. All of RAYHA. It takes so much work to keep things moving and the more help the smoother it goes. I’ve learned a ton in the last two years and hoping to learn more, help families, help kids and build our association. I’m very passionate for RAYHA as it’s all I’ve ever known and I’m hoping to continue the work!

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Board Member, Board Subcommittee, Coach, Team Fundraising

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

We have a future Pee Wee next season, I am a Roseville native and I have board experience as a founding board member for Provision Community Restaurant.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

4-5 years

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

I'd like to be part of the behind the scenes side and use my business and board experience to add value to future RAYHA decisions.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

I run the sound for all home games and co-chaired the Squirt B1 fundraising committee with Brian for the donation to Gillette Children's this past season.

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

By nature, I have strong leadership and organizational skills. My first son started Hockey at RAYHA several years ago and over the years I have built relationships by having sincere and candid interactions as a team manager and parent. I have gained support from many of you by advocating for our children. I strive to continue to bring a moral character with the drive to improve our association.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

I have been involved in RAYHA activities for about 7 years. I have Bantam son, a 12U Daughter, and soon to be Squirt.

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

They say it takes a village to raise a child. Multiply that child by 300 and you have a small youth hockey association. I am running because it takes a village to run a youth hockey association and believe everyone makes an impact. It is up to every one of us to be a part of continuing to build a strong and welcoming association for our kids and families, at all skill levels. I have been attending board meetings for almost 4 years and have learned so much about RAYHA, but there is still so much more to learn. I am excited to continue the journey and hope you are willing to join me, in some volunteer capacity.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Board Member, Board Subcommittee, Team Manager

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

I currently own and operate Os Hockey Training, an all-female hockey training company specializing in both on and off ice hockey development. I have a Communications background and 30+ years of coaching and playing experience.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

I have been coaching RAYHA skills since 2013. I have been a member of the board since 2017.

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

We have two boys in the program (Weston 12, and Branson 11). I am looking to give back to the program, help grow program numbers, continue to build on the programs winning tradition, and provide guidance for the future direction of the association.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Board Member, Board Subcommittee, Coach

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

I have been the coaching director the last two years. I work well with others and I am open to new ideas.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

I have been attending board meetings for the past 4 years and have been the coaching director for the last two years. I was an assistant coach for Mite 3, co-head coach at Mite 4, assistant coach at squirt B1 and this past season I was the squirt B1 Head coach.

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

I am looking help the association wherever I can so that the players can have a great experience playing for RAYHA.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Board Member, Board Subcommittee, Coach

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

I bring a combination of coaching experience, community involvement, and a strong background in digital media. As a youth hockey and baseball coach, I understand the importance of creating a positive and organized experience for players and families. I also have experience managing social media, creating video and photo content, and supporting local organizations and schools, including serving on a School Advisory Council. Additionally, I have experience with technology, including website content and live streaming, and would be interested in supporting those areas where needed.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

I originally volunteered as assistant coach for a mite team with RAYHA in 07-08 before I had children, but I have had my children in RAYHA since 2019. I was assistant coach in 25-26 on squirt C, and also became social media director in the same year and have been attending all board meetings since that time.

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

I’m seeking a position on the RAYHA Board because I’m passionate about youth hockey and want to give back to the community in a meaningful way.

If elected, I would be excited to support continued growth in a few key areas, including expanding goalie development resources and equipment, strengthening RAYHA’s online presence through photo and video content, and exploring more consistent game streaming opportunities for families.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Coach

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

I have a love for youth sports. Seeing kids learn, grow and succeed is what drives me. I have 6 seasons as a RAYHA parent between my son and daughter. I managed a Marauders 10U team and a Roseville Mite 1 team this past season and learned a lot about our organization.

Skills:

• Relentless attention to detail
• Ability to communicate across multiple channels. (Players, parents, coaches, managers, association leadership, etc.)
• Financial professional. Very good with numbers and acting as a fiduciary. I help manage client funds, and successfully managed a team budget in '25-'26.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

6 years

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

I am seeking a position on the board because I am passionate about the development of our players both on and off the ice. I grew up watching Roseville Hockey at an elite standard at the High School level for both men and women (Roseville class of 2006). I have two kids in the program and I want to help continue the legacy of building kids with strong character that drive for success, but also carry themselves with grace on, and off the ice.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Coach, Team Manager

1. What qualifications, including special skills or experience, would you bring to the position of Board Member?

I have worked for OS Hockey for 7 years, and in that time I have coached, worked on administrative duties, and ran off-ice and on-ice activities for the program in that time. I also was a coach in RAYHA as a student coach at age 14, as well as being a head coach of a 10U team for two years in my twenties. I have coached high school varsity hockey, varsity softball, and been an assistant coach at the NCAA D3 level for the College of St Benedict. I am organized, understand the development of children as athletes and people. I also always do my best to do what's best for all the kids involved, even if it is a little bit more difficult. I have been the Youth Hockey Director at Chisago Lakes Hockey Association for the last two years, where we have seen a steady increase each year in squirts and mites playing hockey. Led the program to have its first Squirt A team ever, had our A Peewee team make it to regions for the first time in 6 years. I oversaw coach selection, tryouts, team placement, and player development.

2. How long have you been involved in RAYHA activities?

Since I was 9 years old and started hockey as a 10U at RAYHA. I played all the way through 15U and then student coached in RAYHA through high school, and was a 10U head coach in college. I also assisted the Squirt A team this year at RAYHA.

3. Why are you seeking a position on the RAYHA Board?

I want to use my skills to help improve the experience for everybody involved. I am a skilled communicator who understands how to work hard and what it takes to make things go smoothly. I want to continue giving back to the association that gave me so much and helped me grow my love for the game.

4. What kind of volunteer positions have you held or what type of volunteer work have you done for RAYHA?

Board Member, Board Subcommittee, Coach