MN Elks
Based in ELK RIVER, the MN ELKS are a competitive fastpitch club founded in 2022. We serve the Northwest Metro Area of the Twin Cities and attract players who are looking to compete against the best teams in the 5 state area. We provide a year-round season that starts in the fall and includes a full schedule of practices, off-season training, league games and both local and out of state tournaments. The training and development of these players along with a competitive game schedule are the highest priorities of this program.
What the year looks like
Fall Season (August - October)
- Multiple practices per week (2-3) starting in August
- Games and Tournaments (2-3 tournaments)
Winter Season (November - March)
- Training multiple times per week
- Includes practice style Pitching, Catching, Infield and Hitting
- Instructor lead pitching and catching sessions (not included, but coordinated)
- Winter dome games and/or tournaments
Regular Season (After High School Season - August)
- Competitive League Play
- Multiple practices per week (2-3) starting in After High School Season
- 5 - 7 Summer Tournaments including local and potentially out of state
Ages
18U
16U
14U
12U - Must be in the Elk River draw area or get a signed waiver from your area association
When
Season begins with tryouts in August and runs until the end of July the following year.
Pricing
We are proud to offer program costs that we believe are lower than most year-round programs. The player fees include participation in all 3 seasons (fall, winter and regular) from August - July.
- $2,250 per player
- Additional Team Fundraising May be requested on a per team basis
- Travel and lodging expenses are additional
Jerseys
3 Jersey's + Cold Weather Top
3 Pants
3 Pairs of Sox, 3 Belts
Helmet
Customized Player Bag
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- No games or practices will be held during the high school season (March 1 - End of May)
- At tryouts, you will be allowed to indicate which age group is your desired level
2025/2026
MN Elks tryouts will take place at Lions Park (Elk River High School Fields) in Elk River. All age groups will run concurrently.
Monday August 4th
- 4:00 - 5:00
- 5:00 - 6:00
- 6:00 - 7:00
- 7:00 - 8:00
Tuesday August 5th
- 5:00 - 6:00
- 6:00 - 7:00
- 7:00 - 8:00
Wednesday August 6th
- 5:00 - 6:00
- 6:00 - 7:00
You can come to any of the 1 hour sessions to tryout. If none of those times work for you, please email mnelksfastpitch@gmail.com to schedule a time.
There will be a $15 fee collected at registration for the tryouts.