MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The Minnesota Twins Community Fund and the Minnesota All Sports Alliance are proud to announce the 16 finalists for the 2025 Mr. Baseball and Ms. Softball Awards, presented by the Minnesota Twins Community Fund. Finalists for the awards, which represent the finest senior players in the state, were selected by a panel of high school and college coaches. Athletic and character attributes, as well as season accomplishments, were considered.
Award winners will be announced on Sunday, June 15 during a ceremony at Target Field. The winners will also be honored by the Twins with the opportunity to throw out a ceremonial first pitch before a future 2025 home game. The June 15 ceremony will also recognize Mark Grundhofer (Waconia High School) and Jeff Annis (Maple River High School and Gustavus Adolphus College) for their lifetime achievements in coaching.
2025 Mr. Baseball Finalists
The eight 2025 Mr. Baseball finalists are:
- Nick Bowron, C/1B, Rochester Lourdes High School (committed to Creighton University)
- Jack Butterworth, RHP, Minnetonka High School (committed to Arizona State University)
- Blake Eckerle, C/INF, White Bear Lake Area High School (committed to the University of Utah)
- Noah Filer, RHP, Wayzata High School (committed to Purdue University)
- Will Haas, LHP, Rockford High School (committed to the University of Tennessee)
- Sam Haugen, OF/RHP, Esko High School (committed to Minnesota State University, Mankato)
- Owen Marsolek, LHP, Duluth Marshall High School (committed to Western Kentucky University)
- Hunter VaDeer, RHP/OF, Lyle-Pacelli High School (committed to Creighton University)
2025 Ms. Softball Finalists
The eight 2025 Ms. Softball finalists are:
- Maddy Freking, SS, Anoka High School (committed to the University of St. Thomas)
- Jorey Fry, RHP/OF, Rosemount High School (committed to Minnesota State University, Mankato)
- Kendall Kotzmacher, C/INF, White Bear Lake Area High School (committed to Western Michigan University)
- Avery Lerfald, 1B/OF, Tri-City United High School (committed to Luther College)
- Carter Raymond, RHP, Randolph High School (committed to the University of Minnesota)
- Caitlyn Rosha, SS, St. Anthony Village High School (committed to St. Cloud State University)
- Kylinn Stangl, RHP/3B, Mankato East High School (committed to the University of Minnesota)
- Mya Tautges, RHP/SS, Brainerd High School (committed to the University of St. Thomas)
“Each year, the Minnesota Twins and the Twins Community Fund are thrilled to shine a spotlight on the exceptional student-athletes that represent the very best of high school baseball and softball in our state,” said Twins President, Baseball & Business Operations Derek Falvey. “The Mr. Baseball and Ms. Softball awards provide the opportunity to celebrate not only athletic achievement, but also leadership in the classroom and impact in the community. We congratulate all 16 finalists and commend them for their remarkable achievements.”
“The Minnesota All Sports Alliance is proud to honor the finalists for the Mr. Baseball and Ms. Softball Awards,” said MASA President Matt Williams. “We congratulate each finalist and appreciate the Twins and Twins Community Fund support in honoring these athletes.”
About the Minnesota Twins Community Fund
Established in 1991, the Minnesota Twins Community Fund’s mission is to enrich local and regional communities by providing resources for the healthy development of children and families through an association with baseball, softball, and the Minnesota Twins. Since its inception, the Fund has invested more than $24 million to support and empower youth in Twins Territory through programs, grantmaking and partnerships. The Minnesota Twins Community Fund is governed by a board of directors representing communities across Twins Territory. For more information about Minnesota Twins Community Fund grants and programs, please visit twinscommunityfund.org.
About the Minnesota All Sports Alliance
Since 1954 the Minnesota All Sports Alliance has been involved in the Minnesota sports community. The group is well known for spearheading sales of more than $1.2 million dollars in A2 bonds that led to building the Metropolitan Stadium. They continue to raise awareness and resources for amateur athletes.
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