July 20–26
This week kicks off our third week of practices! A few friendly reminders:
FOR ALL PRACTICES:
Indicate your availability on TeamSnap at least 24 hours before practice.
Show up at least 15 minutes early, and be ready to ride at practice start!
Check-in and check out with a parking lot attendant.
Special note: It’s important that all athletes have proper nutrition and hydration on practice days.
PRACTICES THIS WEEK:
Tuesday, July 21: 6:30-8 PM (arrive by 6:15pm)
Lebanon Hills: 4801 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Eagan (plan extra drive time)
Lot parents - need to fill 2 spots: We need to fill 2 spots for lot parent, sign up via Teamsnap.
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Thursday, July 23: 6:00-8 PM (arrive by 5:45pm)
White Tail Ridge: 800 White Tail Blvd. River Falls (plan for extra drive time)
Lot parents - need to fill 2 spots: We need to fill 2 spots for lot parent, sign up via Teamsnap.
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For a full practice schedule, check TeamSnap > “Schedule”
Action items:
For athletes:
Season goals: submit your 2026 season goals here: https://forms.gle/jKmfBYgwpatPhRWMA
2026 team handbook: please take the time to read the 2026 team handbook with your parents. All riders are asked to sign the last page and hand it in to a coach.
Questions about practices or races? Contact Head Coach Dan and Team Director Matthew Ballenthin if you have questions about practices or races. It’s also important that you include at least one parent in your communications, per MCA policy.
For parents/guardians/coaches:
Volunteer: Our team is run by parent/guardian volunteers. Please use this link to sign up to volunteer - we ask that each family volunteer for at least one area (communications/fundraiser coordinator). Sign up here and we’ll reach out with next steps: https://forms.gle/pisVSVYi29fBPgTY6
Race series: If your student athlete plans to race in the 2026 race series, you must register them by Aug 1, no exceptions: https://ccnbikes.com/#!/series/minnesota-cycling-association-2026-race-season
Register For Races: Aug 1 Deadline
If you are interested in racing this year, the deadline for race registration is Aug 1 (no exceptions). You must be a registered Minnesota Cycling Association member for the season to register for races. Be sure to log in with the same email address associated with your athlete profile.
Single race: $70 per race
SuperPass (3-4 races): $195, includes State Championship
For questions or concerns, please email wbl.mtb@gmail.com
Spiritwear store open through July 31
Gear up, Bears! Our Spiritwear Store is open and ready for orders. Grab your favorite WBL MTB gear: sweatshirts, tees, long sleeves, shorts, sweatpants, and bags, all repped with the White Bear Lake MTB logo.
Order directly through the store, ships straight to your family
Store closes July 31
Orders arrive about one week after you place them
🚨 2 volunteer positions needed to fill:
Volunteers are the cornerstone of our operations, helping to create a smooth and safe experience for our student-athletes. With 50+ riders and over 20 coaches, it takes a collective effort from all families to support our team and maintain our high standards of organization and safety. Right now, we have critical roles open. So far, 5 families have stepped up to fill roles which we appreciate. With 50 riders on this team, we need more hands.
Thank you to those of you who have stepped up so far, we have two more positions to fill:
Fundraiser Coordinator
We fundraise to cover things like team photos, team and senior banners, race-day nutrition, and the season banquet. This role leads that effort and it's needed ASAP.Communications Manager
This is an important role and covers weekly team communications and connecting coaches with families. We will co-run the role with the next person for a full year, so you'll get complete training before taking it solo next year.
Sign up for lot parent, 2x per season request
Expectation: 2 practices per season per family.
An essential volunteer role is that of the Lot Parent during practices. We ask each family to commit to serving as Lot Parent for 2 practices per season. It's a wonderful opportunity to get to know the team and connect with other parents/guardians while supporting our student-athletes.
To sign up for Lot Parent:
Login to TeamSnap
Select “Schedule”
Tap into the desired practice date
Select “My Assignments”
If available, select “Attendance Sign Up” then select “Unassigned”
Select your name
Save!