The Tahoe Knight Monsters’ star-studded ownership group just added a few more bright lights to the mix as it was announced that Chip and Joanna Gaines, stars of TV’s “Fixer Upper” and the entrepreneurs behind the Magnolia brand, have joined the team as part owners.

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Tahoe’s ownership also includes Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow and his wife Demi. The team is also operated by Zawyer Sports & Entertainment, which has a number of hockey teams in its portfolio including the Jacksonville Icemen, Savannah Ghost Pirates and forthcoming expansion team in Greensboro, N.C., in the ECHL and the Charlotte Checkers in the AHL. 

“We are excited to have Chip and Jo join our ownership group. It is obvious they share our passion for giving back to the community and have a love of sports. We are blessed with an amazing group of partners, and Chip and Jo will certainly enhance this group,” said Tebow in a statement released by the team.

“As parents and lifelong sports fans, we’ve always believed in the magic of sports to connect people,” said Chip Gaines in a statement. “Jo and I are thrilled to join the Tahoe Knight Monsters family—it’s about camaraderie and the moments that stick with you long after the final whistle.”

“For us, this partnership is a chance to celebrate the joy of the game and be part of something that inspires people to cheer loud and make memories that last a lifetime,” said Joanna Gaines.

The Gaines family has built an empire from starting with their home redesign business, to retail, to now expanding to home décor, a magazine, a restaurant, cookbooks and the Magnolia Network. 

The Waco, Texas-based couple have become staples at sporting events, especially at basketball and football games for Baylor University.

"Chip and Joanna's involvement brings a new layer of creativity and passion to our team," said Tebow. "We can’t wait to see the fresh ideas and perspectives they bring, not just as business owners but as leaders who deeply care about the communities they serve." 

The Knight Monsters are currently in their inaugural season in the ECHL. Affiliated with the Vegas Golden Knights in the NHL and Henderson Silver Knights in the AHL, they have enjoyed some early success in the league.

Tahoe, which plays out of the new Tahoe Blue Event Center, is currently second in the very competitive Mountain Division with a 12-6-1-1 record. The team is averaging 3,317 fans per game.

The Knight Monsters are back in action Thursday against the Utah Grizzlies, right here on FloHockey.

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