MEET THE BOARD
JESSIE ERICKSON
PRESIDENT
Age: 27
Hometown: Golden Valley, MN
Occupation: Choir Director at Central Middle School in Eden Prairie
Years with West Metro Softball: 6
(Co-Founder)
Favorite thing about WMS:
I am inspired by the women involved. Their talents, attitudes, comradery, and sportsmanship make West Metro unique and so successful. I have loved every minute of working on this league!
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Jessie is an athlete, musician, and adoring cat mom! She loves spending her time at MN sporting events with her boyfriend Tony, soaking up warm weather, enjoying family in MN and TX, and relaxing at home.
ALLISON REMPLE
PRESIDENT
Age: 27
Hometown: New Hope, MN
Occupation: Senior Operations Specialist at West Monroe Partners
Years with West Metro Softball: 6
(Co-Founder)
Favorite thing about WMS:
It's an amazing feeling of being able to look at how far the league has come over the years. I love all of the people we've met throughout the years and the people WMS has brought back into my life over the love of the game.
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In addition to playing softball, Allison likes to stay active by playing volleyball! She also likes to stay busy with friends and traveling.
LEAH PALMQUIST
LEAGUE DESIGNER
Age: 26
Hometown: Golden Valley, MN
Occupation: Creative Director at SPOT
Years with West Metro Softball: 4
Favorite thing about WMS:
Running around, having some fun & reconnecting with old friends!
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A graduate of the U, Leah got her BFA in Graphic Design. While in school she spent a summer interning with Martha Stewart in NYC and now works full time at an advertising agency in downtown Saint Paul. When not playing softball or working, you can find her traveling, painting at Creators Space, indulging in the latest true crime podcast or docuseries, and occasionally remembering to water her plants.
ASHLEY WEILAND
SECRETARY
Age: 23
Hometown: Crystal/Plymouth, MN
Occupation: Student at Southern
New Hampshire University
Years with West Metro Softball: 5
Favorite thing about WMS:
The support that I get from all the people and the life long friendships that I make.
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In her free time, Ashley enjoys watching movies, experiencing new things, and exploring. Don't be afraid to come introduce yourself to her!
EMMA MOLDEN
APPAREL & MERCH DIRECTOR
Age: 27
Hometown: Crystal, MN
Occupation: High School Math Teacher
Years with West Metro Softball: 3
Favorite thing about WMS:
The community of players that make the experience so positive and fun
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Emma graduated from the University of Minnesota, Morris. She moved to NYC after graduation to work for an Americorps program where she also got her teaching license. Currently Emma lives in Plymouth with her fiancee & dog.
In her free time, she enjoy game nights with friends and family, tutoring math, and listening to podcasts.
MEGAN ANDORFER
SPONSORSHIP DIRECTOR
Age: 28
Hometown: New Hope, MN
Occupation: Stay at home mom (Domestic Engineer) and U of M Master of Biological Sciences student
Years with West Metro Softball: 6
Favorite thing about WMS:
It’s the best way to end/start a week
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When she's not playing softball,
Megan can be found in line at the
Auntie Anne's in Ridgedale mall, aimlessly walking Target or spending 5 minutes internally convincing herself she will eat this giant thing of spinach from Costco.
HALEY MATHISON
SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR
Age: 26
Hometown: New Hope, MN
Occupation: Service and Sales Rep, Cintas
Years with West Metro Softball: 3
Favorite thing about WMS:
I joined West Metro Softball at a point in my life where I felt like I needed to get out and make some friends. WMS was exactly what I was needing and the physical activity was great, too. The community of WMS is incredible!
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Outside of work, Haley loves to be outside doing something active—whether it be playing sports or backpacking and camping.
CHELSEA SCHEBLOOM
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Age: 28
Hometown: Golden Valley, MN
Occupation: Bartender/Server
at Big Bowl
Years with West Metro Softball: 4
Favorite thing about WMS:
The community! Engaging with people—new and old friends—to play a sport we all enjoy. Our league's attitude and sense of belonging is one I’m proud to represent :)
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Chelsea is a fun loving, cat-crazy, always laughing kind of chick. She likes to keep things positive and realistic. Softball has been a part of her life since she was a child and she thoroughly enjoys being apart of an adult league!
KRISTIN KONIAR
SCHEDULER
Age: 23
Hometown: Minneapolis, MN
Occupation: RN, VA Medical Center
Years with West Metro Softball: 5
Favorite thing about WMS:
I absolutely love West Metro Softball because it keeps me in the loop with my friends and it’s a great excuse to get outside rain or shine. I always have fun during the games, and I love the competitive nature of the sport and the community that brings it together.
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Kristin grew up playing with GVGS from 3rd-7th grade and then moved to fastpitch until she graduated from high school. She also swam during high school and her freshman and sophomore year in college. Kristin also went to St. Kate’s in St. Paul for her RN-BSN degree.
LAURA SCHULD
EVENTS MANAGER
Age: 26
Hometown: Plymouth, MN
Occupation: Staffing Manager at
Robert Half
Years with West Metro Softball: 3
Favorite thing about WMS:
I love that our organization is female-owned and run! It also provides adult women an opportunity to build community with one another in a fun and healthy way.
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Laura lives in Minneapolis with her fiancé, Nick, and their dog, Penny. Softball has been a passion of hers for as long as she can remember and has been playing for over 20 years. When not working or playing softball you can probably find her reading, going to movies, or talking to one of my dozens of plants.
MICHELLE HALE
EQUIPMENT DIRECTOR
Age: 26
Hometown: Oshkosh, WI
Years with West Metro Softball: 4
Favorite thing about WMS:
I only knew a couple people when I joined, but it was easy to become a part of the community!
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