Minnesota Men's Fastpitch Softball

08/31/2026

Les Novak Funeral Information.
10am October 8, 2026. New Hope, MN.
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/new-hope-mn/lester-novak-13013514?fbclid=IwY2xjawUC5EdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5ms4W_nH8n_euZxvNfYB5VbBx3-eRDysqHXYSVfzCBayt9dGaP4ilLIO_h_g_aem_WViQru2nF9IB7L7Y6YjsPQ

08/31/2026

2026 Softball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Ticket are on-sale now!
Click below for instructions on how to order your tickets today!

https://msf1.org/2026-softball-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony-ticket-order-instructions/?fbclid=IwY2xjawUBxH9wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWtKU0x5eHFFbnJEc3R0eGNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeKXfZzwkWLbelPpYdhEuaqBH82tycTnAokFoEJpaXhgyGixVwTX-Hq_7eOVo_aem_FANrn7wUqrxbw1oPlJbxfA

There are 2 DoubleTree Hotels by Hilton in Bloomington, MN.
Our Banquet is at the one closest to Mall of America.
952-854-7441
2020 American Blvd. E.
Bloomington, MN. 55425

08/28/2026

Sadly a Minnesota Fast Pitch Icon has passed away. Les Novak was a Minnesota and International figure. He will be missed.

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Today we reflect on the incredible journey and legacy of Les Novak. His service and passion for fastpitch softball will continue to inspire the ISC community for generations to come.

Full memorial statement:
https://iscfastpitch.com/a-lifetime-of-leadership-and-impact-in-memory-of-les-novak/

08/23/2026

The 101st Class AA and A Men's Fastpitch State Tournament is in the books for 2026.
Congratulations to the Blues Fast Pitch team. A combination of local players along with Western Wi. area guys. They defeated the Grey Ducks in the Championship game.

Special thanks to Dan and Jerry Ball for hosting once again and presenting excellent facilities and field maintenance . The concession stand food and variety was excellent.

Thanks to Tournament Manager Dan Lindgren and UIC Bill Petersenn. for handling the on-site supervision duties .

The weekend featured the best weather of the summer with 80-degree temps and low humidity.

Now it's on to the 36th Annual Softball Hall of Fame Banquet in Bloomington on Saturday , October 24 with 15 FP standouts being inducted .

See www.msf1.org for details and to purchase tickets .

Perry Coonce
MN Sports Fed

08/23/2026

Scores from today’s games at West St. Paul at the Minnesota men’s Open Fastpitch State tournament

08/22/2026

Look at these Old Old Oldtimers out at the MSF State Tournament - Open Division - in West St. Paul.
Brett Legler, Mick Detviler, Dan Lindgren.
Blair, Toad, Old guys from Grand 7, Rice Street, Morelli’s, Mancini’s and more are out at the ballpark today.
A few are still playing!!! 70 year-old Ian Shortly, the states only left-handed 2nd baseman is lacing them up for the Minnnesota Aces/Odin team.
64 year-old Dave Meyer is on the mound for Scandia with a bunch of 20-year-old College kids behind him.

08/22/2026

Early results:

https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/15Agt4P7xrEm-9TCqwGNcpEp7UUpEhP84CV7bFNKZ-Go/mobilebasic

Action is underway out in West St. Paul at the Minnnesota Open division State Fast Pitch tournament
Dan Lindgren sent me a few of these photos.
Hot D***s for sale at the concession stand.
Free entrance.
The Minnesota aces from Fairmont/Oden playing thMinnesota Sports Federation - MSF
Paul.
Next game is Scandia playing St. Paul Blues.
As soon as we get some results, I will post them here.

Updated game scores and results are always at www.msf1.org

Minnesota Sports Federation - MSF

08/19/2026

Sunday Aug. 23rd Schedule after Round Robin Pool Play:
1pm - #3 Seed vs #4 Seed
3pm - #1 Seed vs #2 Seed

08/19/2026

Thank you Freeport from the MSF Office.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BixJP6bhv/

The 101st D Men's Fastpitch State Tournament was hosted by Freeport MFP association under the watchful eye of Hall of Famer Bud Heidgerken. A hearty thanks to the Freeport volunteers who once again assured the events success.

A highlight of the tournament was the participation of 7-8 former high school girls fastpitch players as both pitchers and position players.

Thank You to Rich Pohlmeier, UIC, and the officiating crew who call the balls , strikes and outs. Calls are rarely missed but players and fans are more accepting because the MLB replay system has shown how often the umpires are correct and how really close many calls are. The realization there's an extreme umpire shortage has played a role in players and fans appreciating and praising those who officiate a lot more.

Many umpires have commented on this saying the fans, players and umpires are more respectful than years ago; acknowledging we are all working to keep our favorite game going.

Now it's on to the West St Paul Sports Complex and the Class A Men's Fastpitch State tournament next weekend.

08/17/2026

Taking 2nd place in the Class D State Tournament was Summit Grain from the High Island League out of Cosmos, Minnesota.
Summit Grain lost their first game of the tournament and won six games in a row and barely lost the championship game 10–9
Congratulations to Summit Grain.