16U Stix - 2022 Tier 1 State Tournament Champions!!
14U Stix - 2022 Tier 4 State Tournament Champions!!
16U MN Stix were the 2021 and 2022 Tri-County League CHAMPIONS!!
2023-24 12U MINNESOTA STIX ROSTER
#2 Finley Schilling
#4 Emma Kennedy
#5 Parker Sell
#9 Brynley Mccoy
#1o Erin Sutton
#11Riley Jacobson
#14 GAbbi Johnson
#21 Mckenna Knudson
#25 Abbey Kinnertz
#26 Christina young
#27 Liv Rardin
#31 Hannah Gasner
#33 Leighton Yahnke
2023-24 14U MINNESOTA STIX ROSTER
#3 Reagan Rolih
#4 Avalon Heise
#7 Kennedy Stewart
#9 ani shank
#13 alana schmitz
#14 mollie voigt
#20 mackenzie steele
#12 kaydence fjerstad
#22 Isla Huebner
#24 brooklyn peterson
#34 nora hansen
2023-24 16U MINNESOTA STIX ROSTER
#5 Miley Behnken
#36 Leah Bendix
#3 Kaylee Bowles
#33 Amber Condon
#13 Leksi Doyle
#11 bella Elsinger
#30 Aubrey Foster
#7 Katryn Johnson
#24 Juniper Johnson
#15 Johanna Kahoun
#16 Jenna Schleusner
#42 Olivia Schommer
#22 Olivia Worlton
MEET YOUR STIX COACHES
KIM JONES - 12U
Kim is the varsity coach at Pine Island High School (since 2014). She has coached young ladies from the ages of 8U through college and has coached both summer and fall softball in Rochester, and Pine Island. Prior coaching experience includes being an assistant coach at Elmhurst College, in Elmhurst, IL, an assistant coach at St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN, and a consultant pitching coach at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, IL. Kim has presented at several coach's clinics, and has coached pitching clinics along with group and private lessons. Her international experience includes playing a summer tour in the Netherlands against both the Dutch and Belgium National teams and other native local teams and has coached a summer with the Swedish National team. Kim enjoys teaching the fundamentals and helping young ladies build confidence through the game of softball.
JEN STEWART - 14U
Jen closed out her softball career playing for Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, earning All conference and 2nd Team All-Region her sophomore through senior years. She was recently inducted into the Cardinals Hall of Fame, and continues to hold many pitching records, including career-high strikeouts and shutouts. Jen has been coaching youth softball for many years, and enjoys passing on her love and knowledge of the game.
“My philosophy is if you work hard and play hard with a good attitude, you WILL have fun and succeed!”
SARAH HEISIE - 14U
JENNA STEVENS - 14U
Born and raised in Oregon, Illinois, has played travel softball since she was ten years old. A graduate of Newman Central Catholic HS, Jenna graduated as the Salutatorian in 2015 and moved on to play Division 1 Collegiate Softball at Illinois State University. Jenna earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, and recently earned a Master of Science in Cardiovascular Science from Midwestern University. Jenna works as a Perfusionist at Mayo Clinic and is excited to start coaching the game she’s loved since she could walk.
BRIAN MURRY - 16U
ASHLEY MARTIN - 16U
JOSIE PAUTZKE - 16U
I was born in New Ulm, Minnesota and have played softball since I was 8 years old. I graduated from New Ulm Cathedral High School being highly decorated as a softball player. I was a 3x All-State pitcher, 3x All Conference and the Tomahawk Conference player of the year in 2019. I recently earned my Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations and Business. I am excited to coach at a higher level of play and to pass my knowledge onto the youth in the sport!
Minnesota Stix
The Minnesota Stix program is holding open evaluations for athletes at 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U for the 2023/2024 season. This program is a Rochester Youth Fastpitch Softball Association (RYFSA) supported club program that is based in Rochester MN.
Please refer to www.ryfsa.com/mnstix for updated information as it becomes available.
There is a $25 tryout fee payable upon registration online or $30 at check-in.
Registration link:
https://ryfsa.sportngin.com/register/form/969736022
Open tryouts are being held for the 2023-2024 Minnesota Stix Club Softball teams at the Rochester Softball Complex on the following date:
August 7th:
18u: 1:00-2:30 pm
16u: 3:00-4:30 pm
14u: 5:00-6:30 pm
12u: 7:00-8:30 pm
Check in and Warm up time: Half hour prior to start of age specific time
ALL players, including returning MN Stix players, will be expected to attend.
Players may try out for upper age team however to be considered for both current age level and upper team the player must attend both try outs.
The Minnesota Stix Club program includes:
Fall: 6-8 Fall practices offered and up to 2 tournaments.
Winter: 6-8 practices offered. Dome ball for 16u and 18u teams. 12u and 14u will play in up to 2 winter dome tournaments. **We support multi-sport athletes.
Summer: May play non-league games and up to 6-7 tournaments from June (Possibly May for 12U) -Nationals in late July or early August along with practices.
2023 - 2024 full season cost is $1,550/player and includes two game jerseys, 2 pair of game pants, belt, socks, and Stix helmet (for new Stix players only).
Selected players will be required to register and pay a $550 deposit upon offer acceptance, then $500 in September and last payment of $500 due on October 1, 2023. Full payment can be made upon acceptance as well.
Once selected and season fees are paid, no refunds will be permitted.
Location: Rochester Softball Complex, Hwy 14E and 36th Ave SE in Rochester, MN
We require our players to commit to the entire schedule. If selected, players will be expected to play the fall games and the entire summer schedule from June (possibly May for 12u) through 1st week of August.
For questions: contact: mnstixsoftball@gmail.com
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnstixsoftball
Minnesota Stix Program
Background
RYFSA provides levels of play in 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U. In addition to our Gold and Silver house teams, advanced play opportunities exist at 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U within our Minnesota Stix program. These teams are selected via player evaluations at the end of each summer season in August.
Evaluations
Player evaluations are performed by experienced coaches and are independent from individual age group team coaches. Interested players will be evaluated on their skill in several areas, including hitting, throwing, fielding, speed, and knowledge of the game. Specialty positions, including pitchers and catchers, will be evaluated for roster spots in these positions. Player evaluation decisions of the Stix are final and cannot be appealed.
Player and Family Commitment
Participation on Stix teams requires a very high level of commitment. Players will be expected to attend practice as scheduled and participate in scheduled league games each week. Possible fall and winter league play does exist at the discretion of individual team coaches. Weekend tournaments with travel from June-August, including State, Regional, and National tournaments, are an integral component of this program and players are required to attend. This commitment extends to the players family as well, as it is the family's responsibility to ensure players attendance. If you are unable to make this type of commitment, players should not participate in evaluations.
Financial Costs
Stix fees are $1,550 per season. These fees support tournament and league registration fees, uniform costs, field maintenance, umpire costs, and other RYFSA operating expenses. Travel costs are the responsibility of each player/family and can include transportation and hotel accommodations for out of town tournaments. Individual equipment, such as bats, gloves, spikes/cleats, bags, etc. are also the responsibility of each player.
Scholarships
MN Stix players are not eligible for scholarships. Funds raised for scholarships are focused on new players in need, exposing them to softball. The financial commitment for Minnesota Stix players is extensive and families will need to consider these costs prior to participation in evaluations.
Team and Coaches Expectations
Stix teams compete with elite and club teams across the Midwest. The skill level required to be selected to Stix teams demands significant talent to be competitive against this level of competition. Equal playing time, extensive and regular player position rotation, and equal innings for pitchers will not be provided. While the focus of these teams is assisting in further development of advanced skills, the ultimate goal is to compete and win.
League and Tournament Selection
RYFSA will select an appropriate league and tournament schedule for Stix teams and assist team coaches in registration for their schedule. The tournament schedule will be one that challenges these teams and provides for appropriate competition. While coaches will have input, final schedule will be determined by RYFSA.
Team Budgets
RYFSA will determine team budgets. Fees assessed to players shall be sufficient to cover tournament and league registration fees, uniform costs, field maintenance, and umpire costs. All expenses will be subject to approval by RYFSA. Any excess of unspent funds is the asset of RYFSA, not individual teams.
Player Expectations
- Attend and be ready to play at all practices and games on time.
- If a player will miss a game or practice, player must notify Head Coach in advance.
- A positive attitude and support of team is critical to success.
- Players, parents, and coaches will represent RYFSA in a professional manner with a high degree of sportsmanship and respect at all games and tournaments.
- Players are recommended to improve their skills by attending camps and clinics.
- Head Coach will determine which, when, and where players will play in practice and tournament games. POSITIONS AND PLAYING TIME ARE NOT GUARANTEED AT ANY TIME.
- Players/parents wishing to discuss an individual situation may approach the Head Coach after practices or at another time. These situations will not be discussed prior to, during, or after a game. A minimum 24 hour cooling off period for such discussions is always in effect.
- No use of tobacco products, illegal drugs, or alcohol. Use of these items will result in suspension.
- Coaching staff may enforce additional team rules as they feel necessary.
The Registration "Minnesota Stix" is not currently available.
