Chris Jones is going into his fifth season as President of the Hillcats. Prior to the Hillcats, Chris served as the General Manager for the Sugar Land Skeeters from 2013 to 2015. He worked for the Advanced-A Lake Elsinore Storm for 12 years, including eight as the General Manager. During his time with the Storm they were awarded the Bob Freitas award in 2007 and the Larry MacPhail Award in 2011. He also spent time in roles with the Dallas Cowboys, High Desert Mavericks, and Staples Center.

A native of Houston, TX, Chris was awarded the California League Executive of the Year in 2008 and then won the Carolina League Executive of the Year in 2017. He is avid fan of all Houston Sports and was extremely happy to see the Houston Astros win the World Series. Chris has a wife, Anna, and three boys, James (22), Tanner (16) and Bryce (14). He also has three dogs, Dooney, Queso and Bud.

Matt joined the Lynchburg Hillcats in August of 2016 and is entering his fourth year in Minor League Baseball. Matt specializes in corporate sponsorships, group outings, fundraising, and community outreach. A native of Michigan, Matt moved to the Lynchburg area with family in the early 2000's. Matt graduated from Liberty University with a B.S. in Sport Management and resides in Forest, Virginia with his wife Lindsay, son Xander, dog Moxie, and cat Gypsy.

Peter Billups is entering his 10th season in Minor League Baseball and second with the Hillcats. Peter comes from fellow Elmore Sports Property, the Eugene Emeralds. In his four years in Eugene, Peter served as the Director of Sales and Director of Ticket Sales. Prior to Eugene, Peter worked for the Modesto Nuts and Aberdeen Ironbirds. Lynchburg will be a homecoming for Peter, who grew up in Mechanicsville, VA and attended James Madison University (Class of 2012). Some of Peter's many expertise include: watching sports, sampling beer, being a foodie, and playing golf.   

Hanna Tyree is a student at Arizona State University working towards her Bachelors in interdisciplinary studies in business management and communication, with plans to graduate in 2019. When Hanna is not working at the Hillcats, you can find her hiking with her dog or waiting tables at The Neighbors Place. Hanna was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia and some of her earliest memories are attending Hillcats baseball games.

Kyle Taylor is currently a student at the University of Lynchburg, working towards his Bachelors in interdisciplinary studies of Business Administration and Sports Management, and will be graduating in 2020. Before this, Kyle worked with the Hillcats for the 2019 season as a Promotions and Operations intern. While not at work, Kyle can be seen working out in the gym, napping, holding many leadership positions at the University of Lynchburg, traveling, and watching YouTube. Kyle grew up in the small town of Altavista, VA and has many vivid memories of going to Hillcat games with his dad. 

Austin was born and raised in Roanoke, Virginia, and is a current senior at Liberty University while studying accounting. In his spare time, he is a student athlete for Liberty University competing as a member of the wrestling team. Austin enjoys watching sports and is an avid fan of the New York Yankees, Indianapolis Colts, and the Phoenix Suns.

Matthew Ramstead is entering his fourth season of Minor League Baseball, and first for the Hillcats as the Director of Concessions. Prior to Hillcats, Matt spent three seasons working for the Helena Brewers, the short season Advanced Rookie Affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. While in Helena, Matt served as the Director of Group Sales & Marketing but also served as the Director of Food & Beverage. In his free time Matt enjoys playing basketball, going on hikes, drinking great local beer and spending time with his fiancé Mercedies and their two dogs, Mya and Lucy.  

Jeff Raymond is the new on-field Emcee and Director or Entertainment and Promotions. He spent last season as the part time On-Field Emcee for the Lake Elsinore Storm in Lake Elsinore, CA.  

In addition to his work in baseball, Jeff has been performing on-stage since the age of three. He worked on various commercials and TV shows over the years, while at the same time working as the Emcee and DJ for events ranging from elementary school parties, to weddings, to multi-million dollar fundraisers at 5-star resorts! When the opportunity arose to join a team on full-time basis, he jumped at the chance and left California and headed for Lynchburg, VA.

He oversees all aspects of entertainment, from National Anthem singers, to our mascot, to game-day promotions and events, and you'll regularly find him working community outreach around town giving away everything from coupons, to t-shirts, to tickets to upcoming games. Be sure to find him at a game and say hello!

Drew Melton is a Lynchburg native. Having lived here for most of his life, he grew up going to Hillcats games, even remembering back when it was the old stadium before the renovations in 2004. After graduating from high school he spent two years at CVCC before transferring to Georgia State University where he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Film and Video with a Minor in Computer Science. When he isn't working on video production for the Hillcats he is enjoying shows on Netflix, watching movies, and spending his days managing the wild, rambunctious family puppy, Keely.

Ian Kocis is the new video production intern and is a 2019 graduate of High Point University with a BA in Media Production. Ian's job will include filming for advertisements, promos, and intros for South Paw. In his free time, Ian enjoys playing guitar, exploring nature, and going to concerts and music festivals with his tour buddies.

Vivian is a senior at Liberty University currently studying Strategic Communications. Vivian is originally from Chicago, IL but was brought to Liberty due to a cheerleading scholarship. At the Hillcats, Vivian just began as a promotional intern and after college she plans to work at a hospital in administration.

Maura is in her first year with the Lynchburg Hillcats. She serves as the team's main play-by-play voice for all 140 games. Maura also writes the club's press releases, game notes, game stories and helps manage the Hillcats website.

A native of Burlington, Vermont, Maura studied Broadcast Journalism at Syracuse University, where she graduated in 2018. She started covering baseball in 2017 as a field reporter and play-by-play broadcaster in the Cape Cod League. She spent her first professional season in baseball as a Broadcast and Media Relations Assistant for the Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Advanced-A, Houston Astros). In the off-season, Maura serves as the voice of University of Vermont Women's basketball. Maura enjoys watching movies, rooting for Boston sports teams, binging podcasts, and reading in her free time.  

Megan is originally from the Houston area and moved to Lynchburg in 2015 to start school at Liberty University. She received her bachelor's degree in Digital Media: Performance from Liberty in 2018. She is now working towards her master's in Sport Administration and is planning to graduate in May 2020. In her spare time, she enjoys attending Liberty sporting events, volunteering, and spending time with friends.

Joseph is entering his second year as the Head Groundskeeper for the Hillcats. Before entering his full-time role with the Hillcats Joseph worked as a Game Day grounds crew employee in 2017. Prior to joining the Hillcats Joseph worked at Liberty University, just down the road managing their athletic fields, with his primary responsibility being Kamphuis Field, which is recognized as one of the best softball stadiums in the country. While at Liberty Joseph was part of a team that won the 2017 STMA College Soccer Field of the Year, hosted the NISC National Softball Championship. 

Southpaw was adopted from the Lynchburg Humane Society in January of 2017. With the legacy that his retiring predecessor left behind, Southpaw instantly had HUGE shoes to fill. Luckily for us, Southpaw has big feet....and awesome blue chucks! He has fit in puuurfectly here by adding to the excitement of City Stadium. This lovable, green, giant can be seen dancing on dugouts, driving around on his four wheeler, entertaining birthday parties, taking photos with fans,and of course cheering on his number one team!

Outside of the stadium, you can see Southpaw making a difference and lending a hand in the community, hanging out with students during the Hillcats' Hit the Books Reading program,and volunteering for numerous non-profits. Southpaw graduated from Feline Training Academy and received a masters in Mascoting with a minor in Cathletics. Southpaw spends his free time watching Animal Planet and BASEBALL, hanging out at the scratch post with furry friends, and believe or not he is a pretty talented meowsician (he plays puurrcussion). Southpaw wants his fans to know that he thinks they are all PAWsome!

D.G. Elmore, son of Dave Elmore, holds both legal and M.B.A. degrees. He is currently the chairman and owner of several different companies including Gant Travel Management and Cornerstone Information Systems. D.G. is on the board of Directors for the non-profit charity New Horizons Foundation and The Navigators.

David. G. Elmore is one of the most respected owners in Minor League Baseball. He founded the Ellmore Sports Group in 1969, a sports and entertainment organization comprised of Minor League Baseball and hockey teams, as well as companies specializing in facility management, travel, concessions and special events. Dave is a member of the Pacific Coast League Board of Directors and currently serves on the league's Executive Committee. Dave was named the 2016 King of Baseball by Minor League Baseball. 

Doug Elmore, son of Dave Elmore, is Managing Director of the Elmore Sports Group, Ltd and President and owner of Diamond Concessions companies and Vail Service Stations, LLC. Elmore is also involved in real estate, having owned and developed hotels, industrial parks, condominiums, and gas stations. Doug has a B.S. in Public Affairs from Indiana University and an MBA in Finance from Pepperdine University. Elmore and his wife, Julie, live in Chicago and have three grown children.