Ballpark Operations

Ben LaMaster

Greetings Huskies fans! My name is Benjamin LaMaster, I am a current Junior at the University of North Dakota in pursuit of a Bachelors of Business Administration in Marketing with a minor in Sports Business and a Certificate in Sports Communication. I was born and raised in Duluth, and can’t wait to get back into town and get to work! Go Huskies!

Antonio DeVito

I am a senior at Arizona State University, completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Business. I grew up playing youth baseball in St. Paul, MN and I am a lifelong fan of the Minnesota Twins. As an intern this summer I am excited to support the Duluth Huskies and the staff at Wade Stadium. In my spare time I am a sports enthusiast, enjoy traveling, and love spending time with my mastiff Gus.

Sarah Wiederich

Hi Huskies Fans! I am a new graduate from UMD where I studied criminology and psychology with a philosophy minor. I am originally from Red Wing, MN but have enjoyed my time living in Duluth and being so close to the lake. I grew up playing softball, so I am excited to experience a Huskies baseball season and to be a part of making it an event to remember for all fans.

Marketing

Mackenzie Andreasen

Hey hey! My name is Mackenzie (or Mack for short), and I am currently a student at Alexandria Technical and Community College. In May 2025, I will be graduating with an AAS in both Marketing and Sales Management, and Business Management. This fall, I plan on continuing my education at the University of Minnesota Duluth, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Marketing. Sports have always been a huge part of my life! I have always been a huge Minnesota Twins fan! I played softball and volleyball in high school, as well as managed our boys basketball team, and dabbled in helping with baseball games. I currently run the intramural sports at my current school too! I’m so excited for this summer with the Huskies to continue being a part of an environment I love! See you all this summer! Go Huskies!

Analytics

Zac Epperson

A Southwest Virginia Native, returns to Duluth for his second season following a previous tenure as a baseball analytics intern the summer of 2023. A 2024 graduate of Virginia Tech with a bachelors in sports media and analytics, he is currently a graduate student at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas where he also serves a graduate assistant with the Rebel’s football team in equipment. He’s previously worked with Virginia Tech Athletics in baseball analytics, compliance, and football recruiting as well as working for the MLB Draft League. He’s also served as a baseball coach at his alma mater Christiansburg High School. In his free time he enjoys the outdoors, being with friends, and traveling as much as possible. Zac is looking forward to returning to Duluth for another successful season with the Huskies.

Webcast Production

Cedar Melby

Producer

I was raised in Cloquet, MN and have been living in Duluth for about three years now. I graduated from Lake Superior College with an Associate’s Degree and Certificate in Media Studies and Production. Beginning with cameras last year at the Huskies games and then throughout the winter working for the UMD Bulldogs hockey teams, I have learned how to adapt to different sports environments, improve my ability to capture key moments and work efficiently under fast paced conditions. My hobbies include: making jewelry, biking and video games.

Webcast Directors

Ryan Pappenfus

Camera Director

My name is Ryan Pappenfus, and I’m currently awaiting my senior year at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where I am studying for a BA in Computer science as well as a BA in Philosophy. Whilst I one day aim to do work in computer and AI ethics, this summer I am chasing my other interests related to Live broadcast and videography. For the past two years I have worked for Bulldogs Productions, and last summer I worked an internship for Events United. Both of these positions have taught me so much, and I’m very excited to bring all I’ve learned about live production to the Duluth Huskies this summer!

Ashlee Johnson

Graphic Director

Hello! My name is Ashlee Johnson! I attend UMD here in Duluth and am currently working towards a graphic design degree as well as a journalism minor. I grew up playing sports my whole life and wanted to continue my involvement in athletics while also continuing my artist career with production and design! In my free time, I love reading, writing, and binging shows whenever I can! I can’t wait to meet the production team, players, and fans! Hope to see you at the games!

Production

Shay Moloney

John Banks George

John Banks-George is a sports broadcaster and a broadcast journalism student at the University of Missouri. Born outside St. Louis, Missouri, and living for a decade in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, Banks-George fell in love with baseball playing Little League and watching the St. Louis Cardinals. In high school, he began broadcasting for Sun Prairie’s local teams with 103.5 FM, The Sun. He is currently a volunteer broadcaster with KCOU 88.1 FM, the Student Voice of the Missouri Tigers. With family living in Wrenshall, growing up he spent repeated vacations and holidays in the Duluth area. He is thrilled to be joining the Duluth Huskies and excited to help expand the Huskies’ presence. He hopes to give the fans of Duluth baseball a great experience this season.

Keira Orton

Hey, Huskies fans! I’m Keira, and I’m so excited to be spending the summer in Duluth as a Broadcast Intern! I’m originally from Las Vegas and currently studying sports comm with a minor in creative writing at Southern Utah University. Some of my best memories are of spending summers at the ballpark with my family, outside of baseball, I’m also a huge Vegas Golden Knights fan and love anything hockey. Can’t wait to be part of the Huskies crew and bring you all the action this season!