Elise Hontas joined the Lumberjacks in May of 2024 as an Athletic Training Graduate Assistant. The 2024-25 season is her first on staff and she is currently working towards her master's degree in Human Relations.

Hontas completed her bachelor's in Athletic Training at Ohio State University in 2024. During her time there, she had the opportunity to work with men's ice hockey, football, baseball, and women's basketball.
 
Hontas is a member of the National Athletic Trainers Association and is CPR/AED certified through the American Red Cross.
 
In her free time, she loves visiting new places, reading, and baking.