 Fox reporter Jonathan Savage. New owners for the Charlotte Checkers. Zoyer Sports and Entertainment will take over a controlling interest in the franchise. The new ownership group includes retired NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick as well as NFL veterans Tim Tebow and J.J. Jansen. Current owner Michael Kahn will stay on as the largest minority holder. No staff changes will be made and the Checkers affiliation with the NHL's Florida Panthers will also remain unchanged.