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Commission’s History:
The Rochester Amateur Sports Commission (RASC) was formed in 1991 by a core group of business and sports visionaries. The first event for RASC was Minnesota’s Star of the North State Games.  The vision was to bring to Rochester, major national and international events, and along with them, the recognition of Rochester as a hub for amateur sports. Over time, RASC has established itself as one of the premier sport organizations in the country.  Today, RASC has 4 full-time employees and runs over 20 events per year.

Ages Involved:
RASC  runs events involving athletes of all ages.  Most events are developed for young people ages 12-18.  RASC runs several college age events and occasionally event for adults.

Sports:
RASC has had the opportunity to run several different sporting events.  The events range from the traditional sports like basketball, soccer, volleyball, etc. to non-traditional sports like baton twirling, tug-of-war, and table tennis.  The Star of the North Games consists of over 20 sports.  Rochester has hosted this event more than any other city in Minnesota.

Our Mission:
“Our mission is to provide leadership, guidance, and expertise in attracting and administering amateur sporting events for the Rochester Minnesota area.” 

Board of Directors:

Member
Affiliation
Matt Asleson - Gambling Manager Valley Design
Ron Bastian - Treasurer Rochester Park & Recreation
Mark Bilderback Mayo Foundation
John Eckerman Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce
Matt Esau Mayo Civic Center
Bruce Fairchild - RCVB Rep. Sunstone Properties
Bob Groettum - Vice President Schmidt Goodman Office Products
Dennis Hanson Rochester City Council
Kristine Ihrke - Secretary Best Western Soldier's Field
Jeff Jenson Express Personnel Services
Carmen Kane Mayo Foundation
Tracy Kidd Rochester Lourdes High School
Kathy Leslie Mayo Foundation
Mike Maggert A Magic Moment Photography
John McGuine Benike Construction
Dan Nelson Hampton Inn
Mike Quinn - President Quinn Law Office
Val Plote Mayo Sports Medicine
Steve Prigge Pro Image Marketing
Myron Salz - Past President Best Western Soldier's Field
Carole Shulman Rochester Area Sports Banquet
Chuck Siefert Rochester Community & Technical College
Rod Toomey Adler's Sporting Goods

 

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