Board of Directors
Open Position
2025 - 2026 President
The President is the leader of the Minx. They must have a vision for the team and encourage members to work toward it. The President is the contact person for the team and league for any general or administrative issues. Above all, the President must lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of integrity and concern for members of the Minx. The President shall convene regularly scheduled board meetings and preside or arrange for other members of the executive committee to preside at each meeting.
A full job description is available upon request. Please email info@mnminx.com.
If you're interested in joining our team, please apply here
Lynn Leiran
2025 - 2026 Interim President/Vice President
Lynn Leiran is in her first year the the Vice President of the Minnesota Minx. She grew up in the northern suburbs playing co-ed softball, volleyball and basketball. Lynn challanged her leadership skills and took on being a first time soccer coach this past fall for her sons soccer team. During the week, she is working full time while providing for her children. On the weekends, you can find her in the kitchen cooking up something new or wherever there is bingo! While summer is her favorite time of the year, she enjoys all things Minnesota.
Claire Romey
Secretary
Claire Romey is thrilled to be returning to the Minnesota Minx as a player for her fourth season, and as the Board Secretary for her third season. Originally from the Twin Cities, she grew up playing sports such as basketball, swimming, and diving. While she tossed around a football with her brother as a child, season one of the Minx is where Claire developed her passion for football. Claire has her Bachelor's degree in Anthrozoology from Carroll College and her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She currently works as the Executive Assistant at Landlord Resource Network. In her spare time, she enjoys music, cooking, being outside, and spending time with her pets and loved ones. Claire is excited to be a part of the growth of the team as it continues to evolve throughout the seasons.
Amber Hokenson
Treasurer
Amber has had a strong passion for sports which began with playing basketball and softball and grew into coaching many years of basketball. She has been a superfan of the Minx and is very excited to be a part of helping the team grow and evolve. In her free time, you can find Amber snuggling with her three dogs and will never say no to playing board games!
Talon Palmer
Coach Board Representative
Coach Talon is a Minnesota native, growing up in Coon Rapids. This is his second year of coaching football, Talon also has 7 years of experience playing the game. In his free time he enjoys playing video games, shopping for music, hanging out with close friends and family, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings every Sunday. Coach Talon is very excited for his second season as a coach and is looking forward to bringing success to the Minx organization on and off the field.
Rachel Mudek
Player Board Representative
Rachel is a 2025 Minnesota Minx rookie. Her leadership skills and excitement for the team are what led to her election as the 2025 player board rep. Rachel is a veterinary technician. She has been married for twelve years and has three children. She also has two dogs and a cat. She enjoys reading, horseback riding, watching sports and playing sports- her favorites are football, soccer, volleyball. Rachel has completed five half marathons and is looking to do a marathon.She's always wanted to play football and now she has the opportunity.
Megan Ackerman
Board Chairperson
Megan is excited to be back for her 2nd season with the Minnesota Minx. While not being able to play this year, she is excited to be the Board Chairperson and a member of the Community Committee!
Professionally, Megan is a Veterinary Technician who currently works for a fantastic dog rescue. In her spare time, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband, 4 cats and watching football.
Previous Boards
2023 - 2024 Board of Directors
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Charlie Barba - Cook, President
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Laura Brown, Vice President (2023)
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Michael Giovanis, Treasurer
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Claire Romey, Secretary
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Alex Barba - Cook, Coach Board Representative
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Holly Rhodes, Player Board Representative (2023)
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Bonnie Laabs, Player Board Representative (2024)