Staff

Chris is an entrepreneur at heart. Along with being a member of the Baton Rouge Zydeco, 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.

Charley's background includes over 25 years of experience in which he has worked in the ticket and corporate sales department for the CHL’s Arizona Sundogs, and playing a pivotal role in launching the Macon Mayhem in the SPHL, by managing all corporate and ticket sales. Additionally, Charley served as CRO for the ECHL’s Greenville Swamp Rabbits and contributed to the founding of the Binghamton Black Bears in the FPHL. Charley's last stop before joining the Zydeco was the General Manager of the Motor City Rockers, also members of the FPHL.

Hailing from Mont-Laurier, Quebec, Cloutier brings a wealth of hockey experience and comes highly recommended to the Zydeco organization. He was selected in the third round of the 1992 NHL Draft by the Detroit Red Wings, as the 70th overall pick. Although he did not play for the Red Wings, Cloutier appeared in seven NHL games while dressing with the Chicago Blackhawks during the 1998-99 season. Over his career, he played 11 seasons in the American Hockey League, notably winning the Calder Cup with the Houston Aeros in 2002-2003, and spent additional seasons in the United Hockey League (UHL). Cloutier concluded his playing career in the 2013-2014 season with the Hull Stingrays in the UK’s Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL), where he was part of the EIHL Cup-winning teams in 2002-2007 and 2007-2008.

Hope is originally from Jefferson City, Missouri. Hope developed her love for sports while working towards her bachelors degree in Sport Administration with a minor in Business Administration at LSU from fall 2019 to spring 2023. While working hard towards her degree she gained practical work experience while working for the Jefferson City Renegades Baseball Team from May 2021 to August 2021. While with the Renegades, Hope was the team photographer and historian, she also organized many events throughout the season. She then went on to work for the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and the Baton Rouge Rougarou, as Lead Intern from January 2023 to May 2023. She then furthered her career as Game Day Coordinator for Baton Rouge Rougarou from May 2023 to September 2023. Hope now resides a a proud member of the Baton Rouge Zydeco front office staff as the Director of Ticketing and Operations. 

Lucy comes to the Zydeco with several years of Group Sales experience. Her passion for sports and creating an exceptional experience for her guests culminate in the perfect combination! With backgrounds in technology and Group sales, she is accustomed to providing excellent Customer Service. When she’s not cheering on the Zydeco, Lucy spends time with family and friends, her fur babies, enjoying college football, Dallas Stars hockey and soccer. Geaux Zydeco!

With over 10 years of experience playing professional hockey, MJ Graham is the Director of Partnerships for the Baton Rouge Zydeco. Drawing from his time on the ice, MJ specializes in building strong relationships between businesses, nonprofits, and the hockey community. His focus is on creating impactful collaborations that strengthen the game, maximize a brand’s potential, and connect sponsors directly with Zydeco fans and the Baton Rouge community.

Keith LaCour serves as the Corporate Partnership Executive for the Baton Rouge Zydeco, where leads strategic initiatives to build and strengthen relationships with corporate sponsors and community partners. With a strong background in business development, over 30 years of coaching experience for various sports and a passion for connecting brands with meaningful opportunities, Keith plays a key role in advancing the team's mission both on and off the ice. His commitment to creating mutually beneficial partnerships helps drive the organization's growth while enhancing the fan and sponsor experience throughout the Zydeco community. 

Originally from Tampa, Florida, Savanna earned her Bachelor's degree in Global Business from Troy University and is currently pursuing her Master's in Sports Management at Carthage College in Wisconsin. Before joining the Zydeco, Savanna worked with the ECHL's Iowa Heartlanders, FPHL's Columbus River Dragons, and Troy University's Athletic Department. Her experience includes ticket sales, sponsorship development, event coordination, and social media strategy.

Bryan Flores enters his first year with the Baton Rouge Zydeco as Director of Broadcasting and Communication after an extensive career in broadcasting in Los Angeles and Bismarck, ND including working with several levels of hockey and other sports. Along with leading on-air coverage and play-by-play for both home and road games, he will oversee the team’s broadcast assets, host weekly coaches show, and collaborate with local media for promotional coverage. Bryan has been studying broadcasting since 2019 after graduating Full Sail University with a degree in sportscasting, and having broadcasted for teams such as the Long Beach Shredders of the USPHL, University of Southern California Trojans of the ACHA, and most recently the Bismarck Bobcats of the NAHL. Bryan has also broadcasted the Special Olympics for their first ever esports event on ESPN. Native from East Los Angeles will bring his passion for hockey and storytelling to Baton Rouge as voice of the Zydeco!  

Micah began his career in 2018 with the Mentor Ice Breakers. Most recently, he was with the Corpus Christi IceRays of the North American Hockey League (NAHL).

Dr. Julie LaCour brings almost two decades of clinical expertise and a deep commitment to athlete wellness to her role as Team Doctor for the Baton Rouge Zydeco. A licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. LaCour specializes in sports injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization. She has worked with athletes across a wide range of sports and competitive levels, from youth football and soccer to collegiate football, volleyball, and softball. Her evidence-based approach and personalized care strategies have earned her the trust of both developing athletes and elite performers. Passionate about supporting peak performance and long-term health, Dr. LaCour plays a vital role in maintaining the strength and resilience of the Zydeco roster, both on and off the ice.