By MVC Jessie, 3-year veteran
Vikings.com
7/1/2009

All aboard! Nikki and Jessie hopped on the train and headed to Devil’s Lake, ND, for Military Appreciation Day on June 20. This annual event offers the community an opportunity to join together in showing their appreciation for the military. Nikki and Jessie were both happy and proud to bring some Vikings cheer to Devil’s Lake and show their appreciation as well! They enjoyed the powerful speakers and meeting many men and women who serve our country, along with their spouses and children. They also had an opportunity to take a tour of the city of Devil’s Lake!

Nikki and Jessie met many members of the North Dakota Patriot Guard. This group of riders has one thing in common besides motorcycles, and that is their unwavering respect for those who risk their lives for America’s freedom and security. This group of motorcyclists made a powerful impact on the event as they came riding in together in honor of the military. Once the day came to a close, the girls hopped back on the train for their 8-hour ride back home.

Minnesota Vikings
6/16/2009

After several weeks of voting on vikings.com, Vikings fans have once again helped determine the ladies who will grace the cover of the 2009 Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders Swimsuit Calendar.

are the three ladies who came out as the winners after the process started with eight candidates vying for a spot on the cover.

“We have a beautiful team for 2009-10 and have our most gorgeous cover to date,” said MVC Head Coach Tami Krause. “I know Vikings fans are going to LOVE the new team calendar! This season will be memorable in every way.”

Annalisa is an elementary school teacher who is entering her second season as a Minnesota Vikings Cheerleader. She was named the 2009 MVC Rookie of the Year and hails from Tomah, Wisc.

Kristina, who is from Vadnais Heights, has been a MVC for three seasons and is a Marketing and Administrative Assistant. Her favorite Vikings player is Chad Greenway and is the 2009 Team Glamour Captain.

The third cover girl is Melissa, who is currently a student at the University of Minnesota. She has been on the team for four seasons and is from Burnsville. Like Kristina, her favorite current Vikings player is Greenway.

Calendar sales will launch during the Fourth of July weekend. Cheerleaders will be out in the community at calendar sales events and we will begin taking online orders shortly thereafter. Calendars will be available during Verizon Wireless Vikings Training Camp, at the Metrodome during all home games and at official Minnesota Vikings Locker Room stores.

It’s down to the final four. Who will win the coveted cover spot on the annual Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders swimsuit calendar? Click here to cast your vote.

Tami Krause (Mrs. Bloomington) was crowned Mrs. Minnesota International 2009 on March 15th in St. Cloud. Minnesota, where she competed with other “county/city” title holders from across the state. These women are recognized for their achievements as individuals and as a vital part of the family unit.

HER PLATFORM

“The HEART of the Matter!” Tami has been a volunteer speaker bureau with the American Heart Association since late 2004. She is also an advocate for the AHA and serves on the Go Red Education Committee. She is very excited to be assisting with the development of the AHA Ambassador program later this year.

She began research on heart health after her husband Aaron was diagnosed with a genetic heart condition called a bicuspid aorta. Tami discovered that the AHA offered programs, services and education in so many areas that were relevant to her life. Her husband is living a healthy lifestyle and doctors have said – so long as he is following the “heart healthy plan” they don’t anticipate any further monitoring of his condition until he reaches age 50.

With three young children, and as the Head Coach and Coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders and Swarm Performance Team, she is working everyday in an industry where health and fitness are tremendously important. She knows first hand how rewarding it can be to take charge of your health, get educated on health topics, share your knowledge with others and to make it a family priority! It is her hope to inspire people to consider the “Heart of the Matter” and how it affects their and their families lives.

More at MrsMinnesota.com

You may remember that we’ve mentioned Tami Krause a time or two. Tami is a former Minnesota Vikings Cheerleader who went on to become the current Director of the cheerleaders.

Tami, Mrs. Bloomington International 2009 is now in the running to become Mrs. Minnesota International! (You can read more about her here.) One of the awards to be given out is the People’s Choice Award. The winner of that award is up to you. This is last minute notice, of course, but I encourage you to click here to vote for Tami and help her win that award. I do have to warn you ahead of time – voting isn’t free. But if you’re an MVC fan, this is a nifty way to show your support.

There are still photos surfacing from this year’s Pro Bowl. Click here to check out this guy’s photos!