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THE TEAM
CHIPPER JONES
Co-Host/Owner
Chipper Jones, Atlanta Braves All-Star third baseman, is one of the most recognizable and respected names in Major League Baseball. His numerous records, awards, and statistics spanning over 15 years has assured his place in Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame. Not only has his fame and popularity for his accomplishments on the baseball diamond brought him many awards and accolades, but his passion for hunting and love for the outdoors is fast becoming more embedded into America’s perspective when one hears the name “Chipper Jones”.
As co-owner of Major League Bowhunter, Chipper also works alongside his good friend Duff as a host of the show, sharing his knowledge and experience as an accomplished bowhunter. His enthusiasm in the outdoors comes across not only on camera, but in the inner workings of the day to day business of the company.
Chipper has six sons, Matthew, Trey, Tristen, Shea, Cutler, Cooper, and a step-son, Bryson, with his wife, Taylor.
BRANDON DANKER
Co-Host
Brandon Danker is a field producer and co-host for Major League Bowhunter. He also co-owns a roofing company with his father, Eldon. he grew up with his older brother, Jeff, in Chandler, Oklahoma. Brandon's talents as a horseman was evident at an early age, and he is still actively team roping in rodeos when he isn't hunting. Hunting is second nature to him as it is with most men in his family, and he will sit through a snow storm in Kansas just for the pure joy of being out in the elements to hunt whitetail bucks. Brandon has a daughter, Rylee, and a son, Tristan.
JAKE FOY
Assistant Producer/Editor
Jake is the assistant producer and editor of Major League Bowhunter. He is from Pike County Illinois, which is where his love for deer hunting and farm management came from. His love for photography and editing has found him a home here helping out with all of the production and editing as well. Jake has a deep love for sports, especially baseball as his brother Justin is a collegiate baseball player.
MACKLIN NUSZ
Sales Coordinator
Macklin Nusz is the Sales Coordinator as well as a field producer for Major League Bowhunter. His primary role is developing new partnerships for the show. He will also be in the field hunting and filming just like the rest of the team. As a farmer, and owner of HEO Hunts (outfitter in Haviland, KS), Macklin has a passion for land management with a strong focus on both deer and upland bird habitat management and improvement.
Macklin has a daughter Charlee, daughter Augi, and wife Katy.
MATT DUFF
Co-Host/Owner
Matt Duff is a former Major League Baseball pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals. he grew up in Alligator, Mississippi, along the banks of the Mississippi River. Matt grew up hunting deer, ducks and turkeys with his father, who Matt credits for making him into the avid outdoorsman he is today. Matt particularly took a liking to bow hunting at an early age and now that the sun has set on his 13 year Professional Baseball career, Matt has taken his passion for bow hunting into the hunting industry as a business owner ans outdoor TV personality.
As an owner and co-host of Major League Bowhunter, Matt spends time working on business aspects for the comapny as well as time in the field chasing big whitetails.
DONNY MIXON
Producer/Editor
Donny Mixon is the founder, president, and CEO of Mixon Landscaping. Donny was born in Pensacola Florida but his family moved to Atlanta Georgia shortly after with his brothers Brandon and Matthew. He now lives in Woodstock Georgia. Family is at the forefront of Donny’s life. He is a devoted husband to Grace Mixon and they have two great boys named Ben and Jake. His love for the outdoors is embedded in his daily life. His love of deer hunting started shortly after high school. Donny also enjoys hunting turkeys in the spring and water fowl. When not hunting Donny enjoys golfing and deep sea fishing. Donny’s dedication and perseverance to sharing the story of his hunts is only the start of what he brings to the team.
AARON ZIMMERMAN
Marketing Director
Aaron Zimmerman is the Marketing Director as well as a field producer for Major League Bowhunter. His role is maintaining current and new partnerships and helping with the day to day operations when needed. He will also be in the field hunting and filming just like the rest of the team. He has a strong love for hunting and a great passion for quality deer management.
Aaron has a son Hunter, wife Shauna, and will be welcoming his first Grandson in September of this year.
HEATH SMOAK
Social Media Manager
Heath is a passionate big game bowhunter and competitive archer constantly pursuing success in the field, and with his careers. His primary focus is on faith, family, and all things outdoors while chasing his dreams within the realm of the outdoor industry. With a full-time position at CenterCrossArchery LLC dba. Thorn Broadheads as the daily Operations Manager and Social Media Manager Heath also brings these same skills to the table for Major League Bowhunter. Heath’s love for archery and drive to promote the brands he works with to the fullest potential fits right in to MLB’s vision!
DAISHA BARKHIMER
Director Of Operations
Daisha from Wewoka, Oklahoma and she has been a part of Major League Bowhunter since 2014. Though you don’t catch her on camera often, she’s a key part of the company. Daisha’s role is interacting with partners as well an array of office responsibilities.
Daisha and her husband, Seth, have 3 daughters, Tinley, Quinthia and Leighton.