Front Office

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.

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.

Justin Rodgers begins his first season with the Topeka Scarecrows as the Director of Public Appearances and Game Night Presentations. A Topeka, KS native, Justin has been a passionate fan from the very beginning. He lives in Topeka with his family and, in his free time, enjoys fishing, hunting, and taking rides in hot air balloons.

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.