Front Office

Don is joined in ownership by a partner with extensive experience leading one of the nation’s largest compliance‑driven contact‑center and receivables‑management organizations, supporting federal agencies and higher‑education institutions across the country. His background in regulated operations, federal‑level debt‑resolution services, and large‑scale workforce management brings a disciplined, nationally recognized operational foundation to the franchise.

The ownership group also includes a former professional athlete and California native, whose athletic experience and entrepreneurial background add a modern, competitive vision to the organization. Together, this leadership team blends league experience, federal‑level operational expertise, and professional sports insight to guide the team’s growth and long‑term success.

Parker Moskal brings a deep understanding of the Federal Prospects Hockey League and a strong commitment to growing professional hockey on the West Coast to his role as Managing Executive.

Moskal’s journey in hockey began as a player, building a professional career across multiple levels of the game, including time in the FPHL and overseas. After transitioning into team ownership and executive leadership, Moskal became dedicated to expanding the league’s reach and creating new opportunities for professional hockey in California.

His work reflects a long-term vision centered on building sustainable organizations, strengthening fan engagement, and providing communities with a professional hockey experience they can be proud of.

That mission is especially meaningful in Stockton, where Moskal is committed to helping restore and grow the Thunders’ presence throughout the Central Valley. With a focus on community connection, organizational stability, and the continued growth of the game, he is dedicated to making the Stockton Thunder a source of pride for fans, partners, players, and the entire region.

As Managing Executive, Moskal remains focused on building a strong foundation for the franchise while helping bring the excitement, energy, and accessibility of FPHL hockey to California.

Colleagues describe Brand as a builder—someone who thrives in situations where organizations need structure, vision, and leadership. Throughout his career, he has been repeatedly called upon to launch new programs, revive struggling operations, develop leagues, and create opportunities for players, officials, and communities. His ability to connect hockey operations with business development has made him a respected figure throughout the industry.

Brand's impact extends well beyond the teams and leagues he has managed. During his leadership of USA Hockey's officiating development efforts, he helped create pathways for officials who would go on to work in the NHL, professional hockey, collegiate hockey, and junior leagues. His influence can still be found in rinks across North America through the officials, coaches, and administrators he has mentored. As a side note Brand came up with current icing rule that is used by higher level hockey leagues. He has served as Director of Officiating and Hockey Operations for leagues like the Southern Professional Hockey League, United States Hockey League and the North American Hockey League.

In the business world, Brand has earned a reputation for developing innovative partnerships, increasing attendance, strengthening community relationships, and finding creative solutions to challenges facing sports organizations. Whether working with ownership groups, sponsors, municipalities, or fans, he brings a practical approach shaped by decades of hands-on experience.

Today, as President and General Manager of Stockton Pro Hockey, Brand is once again leading the effort to establish a successful franchise while helping return professional hockey to a passionate fan base. Those who have worked alongside him often point to his persistence, industry knowledge, and commitment to growing the game as the qualities that define his career.

For Brand, success has never been measured solely by wins and losses, but by leaving organizations stronger than he found them and creating opportunities for others to succeed.

Steve McCall brings decades of professional and junior hockey broadcasting, communications and media-relations experience to the Stockton Thunder.

McCall and Thunder President and General Manager Scott Brand first worked together with the Waterloo Black Hawks of the United States Hockey League. Throughout his career, McCall has worked with organizations in Waterloo, North Iowa, Nashville, Memphis, Macon, Orlando, Tulsa and Mississippi.

His broadcasting experience includes covering Stanley Cup Playoff games and an NHL All-Star Game. McCall also called the first professional goal scored by Spencer Carbery during Carbery’s rookie season with the Tulsa Oilers in 2006–07.

McCall has previously been recognized as the Central Hockey League’s Public Relations Director of the Year and twice received the league’s Soul of Service Award. He was also part of the Memphis RiverKings organization when the team captured the 2002 Central Hockey League championship.

As Vice President of Communications and Media Relations, McCall oversees the Thunder’s media relations, public relations, organizational messaging and game information. He also serves as the voice of the Stockton Thunder, calling all home and away games on Sports Radio AM 970 KESP and the team’s YouTube channel while contributing to the organization’s coaches’ shows.

Richard Albrecht Rodriguez serves as the Director of Season Memberships and Group Sales for the Stockton Thunder. In his role, Richard helps lead the organization’s efforts to connect fans, families, businesses, and community groups with the next chapter of Thunder hockey in Stockton.

Through season memberships, group outings, and community-focused ticket opportunities, Richard plays an important role in creating memorable experiences for fans while helping grow the Thunder’s presence throughout the Stockton community.

Richard Albrecht Rodriguez se desempeña como Director de Abonos y Venta de Grupos del Stockton Thunder. En su cargo, Richard ayuda a liderar los esfuerzos de la organización para conectar a los fanáticos, familias, negocios y grupos comunitarios con la nueva era del hockey Thunder en Stockton.

A través de abonos de temporada, salidas en grupo y oportunidades de boletos enfocadas en la comunidad, Richard cumple un papel importante en la creación de experiencias memorables para los fanáticos mientras ayuda a fortalecer la presencia del Thunder en la comunidad de Stockton.

Abby Eisler serves as the Director of Social Media, Community Relations & Youth Hockey Development. As a recent graduate of Lubbock Christian University with a B.A. in Mass Media, she is passionate about growing the game of hockey in Stockton and creating opportunities for the next generation of players and fans. Abby oversees the team’s digital presence, community outreach efforts, and youth hockey initiatives. 

As a Stockton native, she has deep roots in both the Stockton and hockey communities. Having grown up in Stockton her entire life, she has developed strong connections throughout the region and a firsthand understanding of the impact local sports can have on a community. In this role, she is responsible for connecting fans with the game through engaging content, building relationships throughout the community, and creating opportunities to grow hockey participation among young athletes. She looks forward to meeting everyone in the community. Go Thunder!

Karisa Holland serves as the Director of Game Day Operations & Sale Executive for the Stockton Thunder, overseeing the planning and execution of the team’s home-game experience. She coordinates game scripts, promotions, entertainment, and staff to help each game run smoothly and keep fans engaged from the doors opening through the final horn.

Before joining the Thunder, Holland produced community-centered events in Texas, including themed markets, tours, and literary experiences. A Texas native who discovered hockey later in life, she is excited to become part of Stockton’s hockey community and create game-day experiences that bring new & seasoned fans together.