Based in St. Paul, the
Thunder men's pro soccer team plays most home games at
James Griffin Stadium, also known as "The Jimmy." The recently-acquired women's team, the
Minnesota Lightning plays most home games at
Elizabeth Lyle robbie Stadium on the U of M/St. Paul campus. The teams also sometimes play at the
National Sports Center in Blaine.
The team mascot is Thor, who, along with
Thunder players, is available year-round to appear at off-site
birthday parties and other events ($100/appearance; one-hour maximum).
Thunder season ticket prices start at $75 for adults ($50 for youth) for a seven-ticket half-season package; and $145 for adults ($96 for youth) for a 15-ticket full-season package. Discounts, special invitations, and other perks are included.
Single tickets cost $12-$22 for adults and $8 for youth. Kids ages three and under attend free.
Lightning season ticket prices start at $27 for adults ($21 for youth) for a four-ticket half-season package; and $45 for adults ($35 for youth) for a seven-ticket full-season package. Discounts, special invitations, and other perks are included.
Single tickets cost $8 for adults and $6 for youth. Kids ages three and under attend free.
Birthday parties: Pre-game packages cost $160, and include general admission for up to ten kids and two adults, a t-shirt, birthday cake, and soda. Thor and the birthday child's favorite
Thunder player appear to sign autographs. Call 651.917.3543 or email
kory@mnthunder.com to book.
Summer Camps: Programming includes half-day, full-day, and residential camps for
beginnners and experienced competitors ages five and up, including all-girls and invitation-only offerings. The camps take place at sites throughout the metro; the
schedule has complete details. Each camper receives a ticket to a special Thunder game in late-August, to celebrate
Camp Reunion Night, and a "camp kit" including a soccer ball, training shirts, shorts, socks, and a backpack. Half-day programs start as low as $130.
Volunteer: Fans ages 16 and up can volunteer on game days, helping out with set-ups, ticketing, promotions, parking, ushering, and hospitality. Volunteers receive $10/game and a
Thunder staff shirt. Call 651.917.2828 or email
trina@mnthunder.com for more information.