The ECHL’s Board of Governors approved the transfer of controlling interest of the Allen Americans to a group led by Myles Jack and his mother, LaSonjia Jack. Myles Jack is a former NFL football player with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles.
He and LaSonjia Jack become the first Black majority owners of an ECHL team.
Despite the league's claim they're the first Black owners of a professional hockey team, Herb Washington owned the Central Hockey League's Youngstown SteelHounds.
“From the football field to the business world, I have always brought passion and leadership to my teams. The opportunity to lead this franchise and serve our great fans is an incredible responsibility,” Myles Jack said in a news release. “I’m excited to bring a first-class, family friendly entertainment option to this community alongside our great partners.” The American’s previous ownership group was led by Jack Gulati.
- Credit: Justin A. Cohn | The Journal Gazette
