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Ownership

  • Quint & Rishy Studer
  • Bubba Watson
  • Derrick Brooks
  • Randall Wells
  • Dana Suskind
  • John List

Executives

Jonathan Griffith joined the team in October 2010 after a five-year tenure as the Vice President/General Manager for the Potomac Nationals (High Class A; Carolina League). Prior to coming to the Nationals, he was the Assistant General Manager of the Kinston Indians (High Class A; Carolina League) and Stadium Operations Manager for the Richmond Braves (Class AAA; International League). Griffith was the Assistant Director of Stadium Operations for the Carolina Panthers in 2003. In March of 2015, Griffith was promoted to President of the Blue Wahoos and placed on the Blue Wahoos Board of Trustees. Later in 2015, he was named President of Studer Entertainment and Retail.

Griffith earned a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management from High Point University and a Masters Degree in Sports Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University.

A native of Maryland, Jonathan is an avid fan of the Maryland Terrapins and Washington Redskins. In his downtime, he also enjoys fishing, the beach, and adventures with his children, Callie and JC.

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Steve enters his first season with the Blue Wahoos after spending the 2022 season as the Director of Corporate Partnerships with the Tennessee Smokies (If you can’t beat ‘em join ‘em!). Steve spent the 2021 season as the General Manager of the Kingsport Axmen after having served as the Director of Corporate Partnerships for the Louisville Bats. Steve's prior experience also includes roles with IMG Learfield at Miami University (OH), the Cincinnati Reds, the Gwinnett Braves as well as General Manager of the Burlington Royals. 2006 marked his first year working in baseball while completing an internship with the Memphis Redbirds.

A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, Steve graduated from Xavier University with a degree in Sport Management and a minor in Business. Outside of his love for baseball, Steve enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, traveling, watching sports and playing basketball, golf and tennis.

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Administration

Pam joins the Wahoos Front Office Staff after many years of creating exceptional fan experience as a Blue Wahoos gameday usher. She is originally from Tennessee but calls Florida home, as she has lived here since she was three years old. Pam has a dog named bruiser and in her off time she enjoys watching sports, going to the beach, traveling and helping her son grow his new franchise, i9 Sports, as his Marketing Director.

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Katy joined the Blue Wahoos in February 2024 after working in the Studer Family of Companies as a communications assistant. A graduate of the University of West Florida in business administration, she is working towards her master's degree in public administration.

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Finance

Kathleen "Kathy" Cadwell joined the Blue Wahoos in 2022. She is currently the CFO for the Studer Family of Companies but began working with the organization in 2014 as the Director of Finance for Studer Properties and was promoted to CFO in 2017. Entertainment and retail were added to Cadwell’s plate in 2022 in addition to managing real estate properties and development projects. Cadwell attended Troy University where she studied accounting to earn her B.S. in Business Administration and her Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Accounting. Cadwell was offered, and accepted, a position with a local CPA firm one year before graduating with her MBA which is what brought her to Pensacola. Cadwell has been in the accounting and finance field since 2002, where she spent the first five years of her career as a financial statement auditor, worked with Creek Indian Enterprises Authority overseeing the financials of approximately twelve diverse companies and spent some time in the finance department of a healthcare company. She enjoys spending time with her husband and twin sons hunting, kayaking, going to the beach and spending time with friends and family.

Sales

Brandon was born and raised in Westerville, Ohio. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Sports Administration and a minor in Business Administration. Brandon joined the Blue Wahoos staff in January of 2021 as a box office intern and trainee before being promoted to the Business Development Executive. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with friends/family, watching sports and movies, and playing golf.

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Tyler was born and raised in Pensacola, FL. He graduated from Troy University in 2020 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management and a minor in Hospitality Management. This will be Tyler's second year on the Blue Wahoos Staff, previously working as an operations intern/trainee. In his free time, Tyler enjoys watching sports, playing golf, and spending time with friends and family.

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Steven joined the Blue Wahoos prior to the 2019 season as a Corporate Sales Executive. A native of Orlando, FL., he attended Flagler College, graduating with a degree in Sports Management and a minor in Economics. After college, he spent two years as Stadium Operations Manager for the Jacksonville Suns, a season as an Account Executive for the West Virginia Power, and two years as Director of Sales for the Beloit Snappers. When not at the office, he enjoys cheering on the Orlando Magic and Green Bay Packers and exploring Pensacola with his wife.

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Emily was born and raised in Easley, SC. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Clemson University and her Master of Science in Sport Management at Southern Methodist University. Emily started her career with the Wahoos as a Group Sales trainee before becoming full time in the Group Sales department. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and watching sporting events.

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Ethan was born and raised in Greenville, South Carolina. He graduated with honors from North Greenville University with a double major in sports management and business. In his free time, Ethan enjoys playing with his dog, Goose, playing and writing music, working out, going to the beach, and playing golf.

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Sebastian is originally from Plymouth, Massachusetts but has since moved to Pensacola. He is a graduate of Wichita State University with a degree in sports management. In his free time, he enjoys doing graphic design, playing with his shih-tzus, playing video games, and playing basketball.

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As the Events Sales Manager, Shannon Hannah oversees the event spaces within Studer Family of Companies, including Blue Wahoos Stadium, the Bodacious Shops, 5eleven Palafox and the Studer Community Institute Building, all in downtown Pensacola. Originally from Clearwater, FL, Shannon graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Communication. She began her career as Wedding and Events Coordinator at Pensacola Country Club before launching her own wedding planning business, where she planned and coordinated weddings and events with clients in Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, Tallahassee and across the southeast. She has been in her position with the Studer Family of Companies since 2017.

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In 2019, Mia relocated from Crestview, FL, to Pensacola. She earned her degree in International Studies from the University of West Florida and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Strategic Communication & Leadership at UWF. Serving as the event director, Mia is involved in event reservations at both Blue Wahoos Stadium and the Studer Community Institute Building. In her free time, Mia loves discovering new dining spots, getting lost in a good book, and enjoying trips to the beach.

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Hannah was born and raised in Fishers, Indiana and moved to Pensacola in 2018. She graduated from the University of Miami in 2022 with a bachelors in Public Relations and Sport Administration and a minor in Marketing. Hannah started as a Merchandise Associate at the GoTeez Bait and Tackle Team Store in the 2023 season. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her cat, dining at local Pensacola places, and cheering on her Miami Hurricanes!

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Communications

Anthony hails from Richland Center, WI and attended the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a B.A. in Media Arts and Game Development, minoring in Graphic Design. He spent 6 years in the Sports & Entertainment business prior to joining the Blue Wahoos, with time spent at the Iowa Wild Hockey Club and with the University of Wisconsin Badger Athletics in various creative roles. In Anthony's free time, he enjoys hanging out or exploring with his wife, Arica, and his two kids, Madison and McKenna.

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Erik joined the Blue Wahoos in February 2022 as the team's play-by-play voice after previous stops with the Biloxi Shuckers, Colorado Springs Sky Sox, Potomac Nationals and Fredericksburg Nationals. In addition to his time at every full-season level of the minors, he has broadcast games in the Cape Cod Baseball League and the Australian Baseball League. Erik broadcasts all home and road games on the Blue Wahoos Baseball Network, traveling with the team throughout the season to share the team's stories with our fans. He also plays a central role in the team's media relations efforts and contributes on social media. In the offseason, Erik serves as the television broadcaster for the Pensacola Ice Flyers hockey team.

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A Pensacola Sports Hall of Famer for his terrific coverage of athletics in the Panhandle during a 32-year career with the Pensacola News Journal, Bill joined the Blue Wahoos and Studer55 as their Senior Writer in January 2019. His award-winning coverage has included MLB All-Star Weekend, the FIFA World Cup, the Olympics, the Super Bowl, five Masters tournaments, the NCAA Final Four, the NCAA National Title Game, Major League Spring Training, and every season of Pensacola Pelicans and Blue Wahoos baseball. In 2024, he authored the book Living the Wahoos Life to commemorate the first decade of Blue Wahoos baseball.

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Wren joined the Blue Wahoos as a full-time staff member in February 2024 after working in various roles on the team's production staff since 2021. A Pensacola area native and University of West Florida graduate, she also co-hosted the Wahoo Weekly radio show on ESPN Pensacola in 2021 and 2022. In her time at UWF, she was involved in broadcast production for the baseball and football programs, including time as on-air talent for baseball games.

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Ballpark Operations

Mike Crenshaw joined the Blue Wahoos in March of 2012. He is a native of Pensacola. Before joining the Wahoos, Mike was the Park and Building Maintenance Manager for the City of Pensacola. Mike is active in volunteering his time in his community and church. He also coaches and umpires baseball for the inner city league. Mike is married to his high school sweetheart and they share three wonderful children together and now have three grandchildren. When he's not working at the ballpark, he can be found riding his bike, traveling, playing softball or spending time with his friends and family.

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Mike "Fitz" Fitzpatrick joined us in January 2022 as the Facility Manager of the Blue Wahoos. Originally a Chicago native, Fitz brings an extensive background in facility management as lead engineer with the city of Chicago for 30 years. He also has experience in restaurant business as owner and manager of the Cork and Kerry pub in Chicago for 29 years.

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Gordon von Weyhe rejoins the Blue Wahoos in 2024 following years of experience with the University of South Alabama and the El Paso Chihuahuas in the Triple-A Pacific Coast League. Gordon is a native of Pensacola who began his career in 2014 with the Blue Wahoos as a game day grounds crew member and owns a bachelor's degree in Plant Science from the University of Florida.

Food and Beverage

Eric was Raised in Pensacola, FL where he attended the University of West Florida from 2008-2011 and then begin working in the front office of the Pensacola Blue Wahoos baseball team.

In November 2015, Eric and his wife, Chelsea, started Delta Life Fitness in Jacksonville, FL. A life long goal of running their own business was achieved by being able to help women in their community achieve their goals of living healthier lives.

While living in Jacksonville, Eric began working as the Food and Beverage Manager for the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in February 2016. He planned and executed concerts, caterings, and events, such as, Eric Church, Zac Brown Band, Chris Stapleton, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Phish, Pink, Carrie Underwood, Kevin Hart, Kat Williams, NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, National Curling Championships, Disney on Ice and various others throughout his tenure.

Eric is extremely excited to rejoin the Pensacola Blue Wahoos and return to Pensacola as the GM of Food and Beverage. He and his wife have a 6 month old boy named Conner. Eric also enjoys playing sports, the beach, and spending time with family and friends.

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Kylie was raised in Pensacola, FL where she graduated from Tate High School before joining the Wahoos in 2018. In her free time, she enjoys playing golf, going to the beach and hanging out with friends/family.

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Annah grew up in the Pensacola area and briefly lived in Panama City, Florida. She is currently attending The University of West Florida to earn her Bachelors in Exercise Science, and also plans to earn her Masters Degree in Athletic Training. This will be Annah's fourth season with the Blue Wahoos. Prior to accepting the F&B Manager position, she spent her first three seasons as a bartender. In Annah's free time, she loves spending time with her daughter and family. She also enjoys going to sporting events and family events around Pensacola, as well as attending concerts and reading.

Travis Wilson is very excited to be returning to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. He has lived in Pensacola for most of his life and is proud to be a part of this organization. Travis was with the Wahoos for 6 seasons from 2012 until 2018. He made the tough decision to leave the Wahoos to help open a restaurant in his neighborhood of East Hill. He is very appreciative of the opportunity to come back and be a part of the Wahoos Organization. Travis has extensive experience in various styles of cuisine and service executing events, such as, the ARC Gateway Gala, ACC Basketball Tournaments, Wake Forest University Football games, and Golden Gala Events in Tallahassee, Florida.

Travis and his wife Leah have twin 4 year old boys, Oliver and Braxton and they are proud to live in Pensacola.

Carl was born and raised in Pensacola, FL. Prior to joining the Wahoos in 2018, he worked at Jackson's Steakhouse, Urban Swinery and Global Grill. In Carl's free time, he enjoys disk golf, hanging with his reptiles, growing micro green and listening to music.

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Jeff was born and raised in Walnut Hill, FL. He is married to his wife Autumn and they have 2 rabbits (Brooks and Dunn). He graduated from the University of Mobile (Go Rams!) where he played baseball. Jeff enjoys spending time with family, playing softball and kicking back, enjoying living on the gulf coast.

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Contact The Wahoos

Mailing Address

Blue Wahoos Stadium
351 W. Cedar Street
Pensacola, FL 32502

Phone

Primary: (850) 934-8444
Fax: (850) 791-6256

Business Hours

Non-Gamedays M-F:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Gamedays M-F:
9:00 AM - Game-End
Gameday Saturday:
12:00 PM - Game End
Gameday Sunday:
12:00 PM - Game End

Box Office Hours

Non-Gamedays M-F:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Non-Gameday Weekend:
Closed
Gamedays M-F
10:00 AM - Mid-Game
Gamedays Weekends:
12:00 PM - Mid-Game

Bait & Tackle Team Shop Hours

Non-Gamedays M-F:
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Non-Gamedays Weekend:
Closed
Gamedays M-Sat:
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Re-Open at Gates
Gamedays Sunday:
Open at Gates