Board of Directors

The primary purpose of the Minnesota Hockey District 8 Board of Directors is to act as the governing body for our 13 associations. Our board is entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing and guiding the operations of District 8 Hockey to ensure that it effectively serves the needs and aspirations of all the dedicated players, coaches, families, and supporters within our region.

We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment that not only develops hockey skills but also nurtures the personal growth, character, and sportsmanship of each athlete. Through collaborative efforts and sound governance, we strive to uphold the values and traditions of our hockey community while continually working towards its advancement and success.


District Leadership

Rich Rackness

District Director

(651) 455-1725 (H) (651) 246-0163(C)

Dave Weimer

District President

651-457-2713(H) 612-282-7806(C)

Paul Moen

District Director of Officials

(651)451-1459(H) (651)246-3514(C)


District Director(s)

Jeff Daggit

District VP Girls

(651)343-3067

Julie Girard

District VP Squirts

Chris Rasinen

District VP Peewee

612-298-3271

Mickey Sparks

District VP Bantam

Kent Andrusko

District VP JG + U16



District Staff

Bill McClellan

District Coach in Cheif

Zac Dockter

District VP Tournaments

612-735-9703

Dave Weimer

District Treasurer

Kate Fossum

District Secretary

651-252-9846

Andy Roeser

Goalie Coordinator

Elliot Vesper

District 8 Hockey Director Coordinator

651-491-1859


Coaching Staff

Elliot Vesper

HP/Tier 1 Program Coach (Boys)

(651) 491.1859

Rich Rakness

HP/Tier 1 GM (Boys)

651-246-0163

Jamie Shepard

HP/Tier 1 Girls GM/Program Coach

(651) 324.1142

Elliot Vesper

Boys Futures Development GM

(651) 491.1859

Jamie Shepard

Girls Futures Development GM

(651) 324.1142

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