We always have opportunities for you to contribute your time to the special events and fundraising efforts for the Lady Lakers basketball team. Remember your time & donations gives your daughter and her team many benefits that the school district does not have the funds to provide. You can always find a list of opportunities below.
What is the SWWBB Booster Club? The SWWBB Boosters is a registered 501(c) non-profit volunteer organization composed of parents, coaches and other community members that supports Southwest’s women’s basketball program in providing opportunities for students to play basketball by:Fundraising to supplement the funds provided by the Minneapolis School DistrictPromoting social and community relationshipsProviding support for the coaches with program activities such as the end of season banquet, senior recognition,etc. How can you get involved? We still have a few open roles with the booster board (below). Contact Tina Thousand ([email protected]) for more informationSign-up for volunteer opportunities including concessions - sign-up link will be available once the season starts. It’s a great way for parents, grandparents, siblings and other superfans to get involved!Help with fundraising ideas and activities. Contact Autumn Arvidson ([email protected]) to help.Follow us! FB: Southwest High School Girls Basketball Boosters; IG: @swwbb_boosters X: @swwbb_boosters
Booster Board Roles - 2023-24 Season Co-Chairs (2) - OPEN & Tina ThousandBoard leadership, task designation and support for board activitiesLiaison between coaches, boosters and parents Treasurer - Andy Schoenke & Kai Gudmestad(in transition to take on next year)Manage booster budget, collect fees and donation, pay bills and manage bank account
Communications Lead - Tina ThousandMaintain program TeamSnap rosters, schedules and communicationsWebsite and social media communications Fundraising Lead - Autumn ArvidsonOrganize fundraising events Concessions Leads (2) - Pat Mackey & Sara MalinPurchase concessions inventoryOrient and assist the concessions volunteer crew for each home game Volunteer Lead - Lori McMillenCoordinate volunteers for concession shifts and as needed throughout the season
Program Event LiaisonsWebsite and social media communication support - Carla Godwin
Spiritwear / Team Store - Tina Thousand
Player and Parent Pizza Party (PPPP) - Pat Mackey & Sara Malin
Senior and All Player Pictures - Suzanne Randolph
Senior Recognition - Gordon Gendler + OPEN
Youth Night(s) - OPEN
End of Season Banquet - OPEN
Youth Basketball Camp (in collaboration with the SW Men’s BB Boosters) - Dylan Zylla