Lindsay Whalen
Known for being a Minnesota basketball icon and one of the most decorated players in women’s basketball history, Lindsay Whalen’s legacy resonates far beyond the court. With strong core values and a passion for inspiring others to blaze their own trails in her community, Lindsay continues to exemplify qualities that make her a great partner of Blaze.
Originally from Hutchinson, Minnesota, Whalen began her competitive basketball career at Hutchinson High School where she led her team to three consecutive conference basketball championships. In 2018, the high school gymnasium was renamed ‘Whalen Gymnasium’ to honor her legacy.
Whalen continued her basketball career and studies at the University of Minnesota, becoming Minnesota’s all-time leading scorer and holding school career records in points, scoring average, and free throws made. In 2004, Lindsay led Minnesota to its first-ever Final Four appearance, and a year later, the University retired her jersey number 13. From 2018 to 2023, Lindsay was the team’s head coach, becoming the fifth coach in Golden Gopher history to win over twenty games in their first season.
During Lindsay’s time in the WNBA, she was selected by the Connecticut Sun in the first round of the draft in 2004. She held the team record for most assists and led the team to two WNBA Final appearances. In 2010, she returned to her home state and joined the Minnesota Lynx, winning four WNBA titles over 9 years and being the first player to have their jersey number retired in Lynx history.
Lindsay’s basketball career went international when she was a key player on the USA Women’s National Team, winning two Olympic gold medals in 2012 and 2016. Her talent also led to her being inducted into the prestigious Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame – class of 2022.
Lindsay & Blaze
Lindsay is a community leader who, like Blaze, is passionate about bettering lives. She embodies what it means to lead with compassion and give back along the way.
Lindsay appeared in some of the first Blaze member testimonials in 2024 and was a keynote speaker at our inaugural Inspiring Women event.
Lindsay's Thoughts
"Everybody has goals. Everybody has dreams. You're helping people achieve their financial goals and they can blaze their own trail."
–Lindsay Whalen
Dan's Thoughts
“We are beyond thrilled to partner with the great Lindsay Whalen. She is a passionate and dedicated leader – both on and off the court. Her core values and commitment to her community deeply resonate with Blaze, and we look forward to making a positive impact together.”
–Dan Stoltz, Blaze CEO
Welcome to Blaze Credit Union
Life’s trails can be tough. It’s natural to sometimes feel a little lost—we get it.
We’ve been down this path before, guiding people like you since 1931. Toward your dreams. Toward your goals.
We’re driven by Midwestern values. Community. Integrity. Plain old hard work. Caring about you, your wishes, and your well-being – that’s just who we are.
We’re here to help you along your road of life – encouraging you to go for it.
We’re all on our own journey and we want to be a part of yours.
Let’s blaze your trail together.