July 27–31
**Race series registration deadline is this Saturday, Aug 1. **
This week kicks off our fourth 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 28: 6:00-8 PM (arrive by 5:45pm)
Willow River: 1034 Co Hwy A, Hudson, WI 54016 (plan extra drive time)
Lot parents: Thank you to the Ballenthin and Telsrow families for volunteering as lot parents!
_______
Thursday, July 30: 6:00-8 PM (arrive by 5:45pm)
Sunfish: 3554 Kelvin Ave N, Lake Elmo
Lot parents: Thank you to the Berry and Juergen families for volunteering as lot parents!
**Note: booster meeting will take place during practice on July 30.
_______
For a full practice schedule, check TeamSnap > “Schedule”
Action items:
For athletes:
Season goals due 7/30: submit your 2026 season goals here: https://forms.gle/jKmfBYgwpatPhRWMA
2026 team handbook due 7/30: 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 no later than 7/30.
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:
Booster meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 30: The boosters will meet on Thursday, July 30 during practice for their first booster meeting of the year. All families are welcome and encouraged to attend!
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
Jersey orders due July 30
Coach Dan has placed an order for all the jerseys for new riders and for those who have provided their needs. However, if you need an extra jersey, including coaches, you can click on the link below and place an order to have shipped directly to you. For those that I've ordered, they will be shipped to Coach Dan and he will distribute at the end of a practice when they arrive.
Please place your order ASAP as the store closes on July 30th.
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
Thank you volunteers!!
We would like to acknowledge the individuals who have accepted volunteer positions for the 2026 season. Thank you!!
2026 Boosters:
Michelle Andereson, President
Katie Juergens, Secretary
Michelle Burback, Treasurer
Fundraising Coordinator:
Sarah Houkom
Communications Manager:
Kristen Ballenthin
Race day food/snack coordinator:
Heather Berry
Banquet Committee:
Katie Vadnais
Erin Moore
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!