Front Office

Chris is an entrepreneur at heart. Along with being a member of the Topeka Hockey franchise, Chris is a founding member of Prestan Products LLC, a premier manufacturer and supplier of CPR Manikins and other medical training devices. Chris owns two flooring stores, two Christmas Light Parks, a shuttle service and is involved in three other FPHL franchises. He sits on the boards of two nonprofits as well.

Don's journey in sports management is marked by several remarkable achievements, which has cemented his reputation as a visionary leader in the industry: From 2005 - 2010 Don's been part of the hockey world in the UHL, ECHL AND SPHL starting as an equipment manager to growing into a Director of Corporate sales. In 2011 to 2014, he served as the Assistant General Manager of First Arena and Elmira Jackals Hockey Team (ECHL) in Elmira, NY, where he oversaw a period of incredible growth, boasting over 31 sellout crowds with standing room capacity only. In the years 2014 to 2017, he was a business partner with the Elmira Pioneers Baseball Club in Elmira, NY, during which they led the league in attendance, solidifying his commitment to building strong fan bases. From 2017 to 2020, Mr. Lewis became the owner of the Mansfield Destroyers Baseball Club in Mansfield, PA, again leading the league in attendance, showcasing his prowess in creating a winning culture. From 2020 to 2023, he was the owner of the Auburn Doubledays Baseball Club in Auburn, NY, helping elevate the team to become one of the top teams in attendance out of 16 teams, a testament to his dedication to excellence. Don took over as the President of the Baton Rouge Zydeco Hockey Team in December, 2024 and set a new Federal Prospects Hockey League team attendance record with over 110,000 fans.

Marc Witt is from Erie PA and a graduate of Edinboro University. He started his career in sports in the ECHL as an account executive for Elmira in 2011 before moving to Oklahoma City in the AHL as a Senior Account Executive the following season. He was then with the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL as a Group Event Specialist leading them in sales for 3 seasons. Marc then became the Vice President for the Binghamton Devils AHL franchise for 3 seasons before joining CAN-USA Sports.

Kliment brings a wealth of experience to the new organization. Jon has spent the last seven years working in markets throughout the FPHL three times helping to set up and kickoff new markets successfully. Kliment graduated with a Bachelor’s and Master’s from Full Sail University in Sports Management and Marketing after completing American Broadcasting School. After completing last season with the Mississippi Sea Wolves and working through the Boston Bruins Scouting Mentorship program, Topeka is excited to bring a seasoned veteran on board to their front office staff. In addition to his on-air role, which will be for all games both home and road giving Topeka coverage whenever the team takes the ice next season, Kliment will also be working in a Sales role with the organization helping with corporate partnerships immediately as well as handling social media for the team.

Luca is a recent graduate of SUNY Cortland where he earned his bachelors degree in sport management. After a pit stop with the Syracuse Athletics Department, He would nab an internship with the Batavia Muckdogs located in Batavia, NY. While there, he would work as the in game host and director of game operations for over 70 events across the span of 2 months. Now, he travels with Batavia Muckdogs Owner Robbie Nichols and GM Marc Witt to work along the sales and game operations teams for the Topeka Scarecrows. He is excited to help the organization in any way possible!

Alex is a finance major from Kansas City. After being born in New York, he is a big Mets/Giants/Rangers/Knicks fan. Alex has always had a deep interest in the marketing/finance side of sports, so this is a good opportunity to gain some experience. Alex has a lot of family in Topeka so they are looking forward to games as well!

Eliza was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, and is currently a junior at Kansas State University studying Marketing. At K-State, She enjoy attending sporting events, working with recruitment for the College of Business, and baking with friends in her free time. Eliza grew up a hockey fan and is excited for the opportunity to support the Topeka Scarecrows this season!

Jonas is a junior at K-State and grew up in the Kansas City area. Jonas has been a lifelong fan of sports (primarily KC and Dallas areas) and is looking to get experience working in the sports industry. Away from the rink Jonas enjoys reading, playing/watching sports, and playing his saxophone in the K-State marching/pep band.

Kacee is from Salina, KS, and is currently a sophomore at Washburn University, majoring in Mass Media. Kacee has always loved sports and has the goal of managing social media in the professional sports industry after college. In her free time, you can find her attending a K-State game or hanging out with her friends. Kacee loves football and baseball and is looking forward to the season with the Scarecrows.

Carley is from Topeka, KS and is currently a senior at Washburn University. She has always had a love for sports while playing in them growing up and then working in them in high school and at the college level. She owns her own photography company and is excited to grow her company after graduation. In her free time she loves to keep up with the NFL and her favorite players in the NHL.