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Syracuse2019-2020 Newsletter

Persevering Through 2020’s Challenges How our students, faculty and alumni embraced virtual learning, remote employment

View a text-based accessible version CO VER ST OR Y Persevering Through How our students, faculty and alumni embraced virtual learning, remote employment We welcomed a new decade with innovative ideas and graduated our largest class of students in May 2020, but even with the excitement surrounding major milestones, this new chapter did not unfold as we – or anyone - had planned. We persevered through a pandemic and we could not have done it without the unwavering commitment from our Sport Management faculty and staff, the understanding and flexibility of our students, the guidance from Falk College and Syracuse University leadership, and the loyal support of our alumni and advisory council members. So many of our events, trips, conferences, presentations, lectures and internships were canceled or cut short, including senior Capstones, graduate practicums, Los Angeles Immersion, Syracuse Sport Business Conference, Berlin Sport Analytics

Faculty adapt from classroom instruction to online teaching Undergraduate director Dr. Gina Pauline dents both online and in person. I also experienced the challenges of being The Spring 2020 semester brought an unexpected challenge that no one a full-time working mother with three kids at home who were also learning saw coming. Think about it, 20 years from now, we will look back on this remotely. It was a juggling act for sure! We all came out stronger in the end year and say, “Remember when you were quarantined at home for months and I’m proud of my family, our students and everyone in the department and everything was shut down due to a global pandemic?” Everyone will who worked together in these difficult times. look back and reflect in different ways. While there were a lot of struggles, Assistant teaching professor Dave Meluni a lot of positives occurred both personally and professionally. The gradu- As we approached Spring Break in March 2020, there was a feeling ate students I taught worked for the entire academic year to plan a charity we may not return to campus. Turns out the feeling was right. Pre- golf tournament and dinner to be held in May 2020. I was so proud of COVID-19, in an effort to keep my students engaged, I began to use their hard work, and then heartbroken when the event could not be held. I a free online program called Poll Everywhere in February 2020, which realized it was time to look ahead and figure out a strategy for the students allows the professor to ask a question and students can text responses to continue to develop their skills while also leaving a legacy by putting in a word cloud format. Once online, this resource worked perfect, as we the event materials together so the next cohort of Sport Venue and Event would analyze sponsorship initiatives of brands by watching television Management students could carry out their efforts and host the event commercials, then use Poll Everywhere to discuss, allowing students when the time is right. Despite the challenges and frustrations, the students to engage no matter where they were. Teaching synchronously at the overcame obstacles and set up the next group for success. I learned a lot regular time of class worked well, even though we had a few students in about teaching online as well as ways to improve engagement of the stu-

Sport Management faculty and staff (shown here in 2019) adapted to teaching online and working remotely during part of the Spring 2020 semester and in Summer 2020.

2 CO VER ST OR Y 2020’s Challenges Symposium, New England Immersion, and the Sport Venue and Event Management Charity Golf Tournament, not to mention all Summer 2020 Syracuse Abroad trips, including SPM’s Australia: Sport, History and Culture three-week course. Our students came home early from their study abroad programs in London, Madrid, and Florence, among many other foreign countries. COVID-19’s impact on higher education worldwide was unprecedented. As we embark on a new semester and the unknown of what lies ahead, we are confident that all Syracuse University students, faculty and staff will work together for the best possible outcomes and to achieve success both in and out of the classroom. During this time, we have all learned a lot about ourselves, both personally and professionally, and can use this new knowledge to build on. The spirit of Falk College has never shone brighter, and we are honored to share these stories of virtual learning, remote employment and perseverance on the following pages.

different time zones, but they embraced the change. I asked for student both students and professors. During this time, I found it was particularly feedback each week as we adapted to teaching 100 percent online via important to listen to the students, empathize with their current situation Zoom or Blackboard Collaborate Ultra. Class projects were exceptional! and environment, be flexible, and to seek out best practices in online Students learned how to meet via Zoom on their own to prepare and education. This forced faculty to be creative to adjust course content, then present to the class online using screen sharing. It also prepared delivery, and assignments to more effectively meet course objectives in them for future online job interviews. Also, to keep our students engaged an online environment. Despite the challenges, our students rose to the outside of the classroom, I began a weekly Zoomcast series called “In the occasion. I was very happy with how the students responded, and found Grove,” which featured sport industry professionals who spoke on differ- they were very engaged online, and in some cases even more engaged ent segments, including sponsorship, branding, youth sports, broadcast- and comfortable than normal. Ultimately, I think teaching online allowed ing, player development, ticketing, and facility operations, among others. faculty to see some alternative capabilities with technology and teaching COVID-19 forced people worldwide to adapt to change, whether it was methods that can be incorporated into in-person classes going forward. in the office or classroom, in professional leagues or right here in Central Assistant professor Dr. Justin Ehrlich New York youth sports. In sport analytics’ computer programming classes, there is a need for Internship placement coordinator Nicole Cost group discussion and group activities, as well as one-on-one sessions to It has been incredibly uplifting for me as an advisor of the Women in teach the students in an iterative manner. Each student learns at a differ- Sports and Event (WISE) Club to see the women continue to meet ent pace, and has questions at different times, so a lab setting is certainly weekly via Zoom since their semester on campus was cut short. Though the most productive learning environment. However, the shift to an on- they were unable to create and carry-out their fundraising and event plans line experience went smoothly since it was midway through the semester in the spring, they met at the same time they would have met on campus and by that time, the students were well beyond the fundamentals. every week while at home, organizing various alumnae and industry While students certainly learn better in a lab setting, Zoom was a helpful speakers to join via Zoom. This organization means so much to members replacement, as it allows screen sharing between both the student and and it is evident through their dedication and commitment. They are our professor. Students found the asynchronous format of lectures helpful as future industry leaders and surely have bright futures ahead. it gave them control over the pace of learning. Moving forward, I plan to Associate professor Dr. Patrick Walsh incorporate asynchronous lectures in my courses, which will free up class time for group discussion and interaction. When we found out the spring 2020 semester would be transitioning online, there were many unknowns which certainly caused anxiety for

Student organizations, such as the Women in Sports A weekly Zoomcast series called “In the Grove,” which features Due to COVID-19 restrictions on campus, Sport and Event (WISE) Club, met via Zoom or other virtual sport industry professionals speaking on different topics Management seniors took part in virtual Capstone platforms when COVID-19 forced the closure of campus impacting the industry, was created to keep students engaged presentations in May 2020. and classes to be taught online. with the department after they left campus.

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was through athletics that many of us first Since our inception, Sport Management came to understand that the ability to achieve students have been affecting positive social something special, surprisingly, lies within. San change in our community with civic engage- Antonio Spurs head coach Greg Popovich said, ment, fundraising and volunteerism, a hallmark “The measure of who we are is how we react to of the program and Falk College. Our alumni something that doesn’t go our way.” continue to “pay it forward” by supporting our COVID-19 has not been the only major students and the program they helped to estab- disruption this year. In recent months we have lish and build. Together we are affecting change also experienced a sweeping social justice and making a difference, but more is needed. movement directed toward eradicating racial There is a depressed job market and the injustice and enacting positive social change sports industry -– like nearly all sectors of the for all people of color. This embodies the Falk economy -- is going to take several months College mantra of teaching social responsi- to recover from its economic hardships and bility and social justice and our department financial losses. mission of using sports as a platform for social To our Class of 2020 graduates and t the beginning of this decade our change. Now, more than any time since the alumni who have been furloughed or had their faculty and staff embarked on a inception of our department, I ask all of you, jobs eliminated, persevere! Getting a job paral- strategic planning initiative we past, present and prospective students, faculty lels sport. It is about skill, timing, and position- called “2020 Vision,” aimed at and staff, Advisory Council members, Emerg- ing. Accept that denial and failure are part of Apositioning our program for the year 2020 ing Leadership Council and supporters of the that short-term process. But remember, if you and beyond. No one could have imagined a program to unite behind this movement. are not hired for a specific job or internship, global pandemic that would force the closing From Jackie Robinson to Mohammed “NO” is only a temporary pause in your life. of classroom instruction and all courses being Ali to Colin Kaepernick to Michael Jordan, NO really means Next Opportunity. shifted to online teaching in the middle of a the sport industry has helped raise social You cannot script your life and ALL of us semester. We had to be resourceful, and our consciousness, created opportunities for are experiencing that presently. It is you vs. faculty, professional staff and students met Blacks and under-represented ethnicities and you. Everyday. Always has been. Always will the challenges by exhibiting creativity, innova- gradually helped change the sports culture in be. Battle through this temporary challenge. tion, and open mindedness. a positive direction. While progress is being Your career is about offense. You will not reach We will undoubtedly be challenged in the made, further education can be an effec- your potential by being passive and playing foreseeable future until a vaccine is created tive change agent. I hope you will join our defense. Don’t be afraid to go out on a limb. and globally distributed. Until then, we pledge department in making a vigilant commitment That is often where the fruit is. to deliver the best educational experience to enhance race relations in our department, To our alumni: When public health condi- possible that prepares our students for the College, community, and country. tions allow visiting campus, attending our new and ever-emerging world of sports that The Department of Sport Management alumni functions, or guest lecturing in a class, will undoubtedly be re-shaped by this public stands in solidarity with our students and fel- we welcome you with open arms. Our stu- health crisis. We must thoroughly prepare our low faculty and staff who have been affected dents are anxious to hear about your journey students to meet these -- and a host of other by acts of violence and hatred. We unequivo- to success and we welcome your involvement. challenges -- with knowledge, critical thinking, cally condemn these and all acts targeting any As always, BE LOUD, BE PROUD, thoughtful conviction, and visionary foresight. minority group, whether on our campus or in BE ORANGE!! Our senior class never envisioned their final our society. Sincerely, semester of college would end so abruptly, both We are committed to working toward academically and socially. None of us did. Near- the systematic change required to create a ly all students on Senior Capstones were forced university community – and society – that to complete their academic requirements online embodies social justice, equity, and inclusion. Michael Veley or work remotely. There was no convocation. We are committed to working toward creating Director and Chair No graduation. No sports. Sports remain a a campus community where we all feel a sense Rhonda S. Falk Endowed Professor of great metaphor for life’s difficult lessons. It of welcome and respect. Sport Management

From our Dean… In recent months we have witnessed the importance of social re- A global health crisis has caused us to reflect and sponsibility in the sport industry, from professional athletes who have focus on our health, our relationships and serving donated millions of dollars to assist with pandemic relief to leagues and our communities. Our attention is also focused on team members who have utilized their platforms to lead efforts for ra- racial justice and positive social action for change. cial and social justice. While much work remains, educating for change The collective Falk College community is united in is seen and engaged here at Syracuse University. It gives us hope that its guiding values of social responsibility and social sports will continue to be a platform for forward progress. justice. The faculty and staff in the Department of Sport Management, Falk College is built on the values of social justice, and I have every under the visionary leadership of Professor Michael Veley, embrace confidence that in our Falk family—students, alumni, faculty, staff, sports as a platform to instill these values in our students. board members, and friends—we will be active and using our voices for Throughout these pages you will read about social responsibility good in the days to come. in action. I am exceedingly proud of how Falk College’s Department If not us, then who? If not now, then when? We all have a role to of Sport Management is preparing a socially responsible workforce, play. Now is the time. which is evident by our alumni leading the way in the communities —Diane Lyden Murphy, where they live and work. M.A. M.S.W., Ph.D., Dean, Falk College

4 CO VER ST OR Y How one company president forged ahead in uncertain times By Michael Patent experiment in new habit formation, and con- Founder and President, Culture Group sumers have sought out comfort and a sense SPM Advisory Council of joy through the things they love most. As Greetings from Singapore, where the govern- a result, our business has grown and we have ment has allowed us to return to work in the added new employees, all of whom have had office, eat at restaurants, and gather with to begin their onboarding and work on Zoom! others in a socially distant way. For most of the Personally, this period has afforded me past five months, I have been working from the chance to slow down, reconnect with home and managing my business remotely. family, friends and gain a greater appreciation Our company, Culture Group, is a leading for the little things. I have cooked, cleaned boutique marketing agency with interests in and enjoyed all aspects of a domestic life that China, Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia, I missed while crisscrossing Asia in support so I am on a plane more often than not. As the of our clients these past few years. While reality of COVID-19 became apparent in Feb- COVID-19 has been a tragic and terrible ex- ruary, I shifted my focus from expanding the perience for many, Culture Group will emerge business, to securing it and ensuring the safety from it stronger. of our most valued asset, our team of passion- I have just returned from a day at the ate young marketers across the region. office and I would be lying if I said I didn’t miss COVID-19 has been the world’s largest working from home…

Sport industry executives lend advice to students Charma Harris SPM ’13 Sandy Montag Talent Acquisition Coordinator, CNA President and CEO, The Montag Group As a corporate recruiter and human resources The global disappearance of sports that has professional, COVID-19 has had a huge impact come with COVID-19 has resulted not only in on our recruiting process. We had to completely a rapid economic downfall, but unprecedented transition our new hire process to be conducted unemployment rates across the sports industry. Our remotely, and also help new employees feel connected with their teams company has been fortunate in being able to adapt quickly and effectively and managers in a virtual environment. To the Class of 2020, you are to continue operating remotely. I continue to stress the importance of joining the workforce during unprecedented times. I encourage you to face-to-face interaction, and thankfully, Zoom has been able to fill the remain optimistic and open to your career opportunities. Lean into the majority of that void. Class of 2020 college graduates need to find ways uncertainties of the sports industry and do not be afraid to take on smaller to differentiate themselves by communicating effectively, getting creative opportunities as they often lead to bigger ones. And remember, your and being proactive. Identify the trends and categories that will emerge as a career is a journey, so embrace all of the twists and turns along the way. result of the pandemic and start to get ahead of where those opportunities may live within the industry’s “new normal.” Stay positive, eager and busy!

Mark Geddis Pam Hollander President and CEO, Vice President of Consumer Marketing, Geddis Holdings, Inc. Allstate The Coronavirus was a major setback for Super We have definitely felt an impact from COVID-19. Fan Fundraising. We lost nearly our entire spring Sports sponsorships are completely disrupted with sales that represent 35 percent to 40 percent no games being played/events taking place. This is of the annual revenue. With schools, bands and Little League coming impacting our sponsorships of soccer, basketball, football, running, and to a complete halt – so did our cashflow. We were determined to push even our naming rights on the Allstate Arena. Students looking to enter forward. Rather than feel sorry, I informed all staff we would stay the sports industry should remain optimistic. Sports is not going away together (no layoffs or furloughs) and focus on the future. We are full and when it does return to normal, it will be rightly celebrated. Sports is speed ahead and excited for the return of students to school and youth a common denominator and unifier for so many. People want and need sports back on the field. We have a lot of hard days ahead but if we stay something to cheer for right now. The current situation is forcing everyone positive, we just might come out of this pandemic in better shape than to think differently and get creative with how we can use sports to connect ever. with fans in unique ways.

5 CO VER ST OR Y Alumni step up to help in own unique ways Adversity challenges us to come together like never before, and for our alumni it was in the form of feeding health-care workers in New York City, rounding up supplies and PPE equipment during a global pandemic, creating a virtual professional development series for young professionals, or coordinating a social media campaign for New York’s NCAA Division I basketball programs. Andrew Arrospide ’13: Ben Horwitz ’17: #TeamNewYork Matthew Rose ’15: Feeding first esponders Horwitz, who served as a #ExperienceGood Arrospide began his career graduate manager for the Rose is a manager of in the sport industry in 2013 Syracuse University men’s creative strategy at with AEG Los Angeles. After basketball team during CSM LeadDog, a leading three years, he moved to the the 2019-20 academic consulting, marketing New York City area to work year, combined with Andy solutions and brand as an account executive with Borman, the executive director of the New York experience company. Rose, Brooklyn Sports and Entertainment. Rens AAU program, to coordinate a social- who is based in New York City, helped launch In 2018, he shifted careers to work in the distancing social media campaign featuring the #ExperienceGood digital hub to help restaurant/hospitality industry and co-founded the men’s and women’s basketball coaches at industry professionals move onward during and Alfalfa, a cafe in Hoboken, NJ. Alfalfa is a well- each of the 22 schools with NCAA Division I after the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 21 ness brand dedicated to sprouting and building basketball programs in New York State. agencies have since joined the effort. communities that embrace a culture of healthy After graduating in 2017, Horwitz spent and sustainable living. one year as an assistant basketball coach at Tiffer Valente ’12: #BeatTheVirus “I decided to take my shot in the entrepre- Post (Conn.) University before returning to Valente is the chief neurial world by starting a restaurant with my campus to work on a master’s degree in SU’s operating officer of Beat best friend,” Arrospide said. “We opened our School of Education. The Bomb, an immersive first brick and mortar in 2019, after learning There are 44 coaches participating in the video game experience from the ground up, starting as a local vendor campaign, each using their own social media where guests must conquer at a farmers market in 2018. The past year platforms to share public health guidelines to levels to earn more time has been incredibly successful for us, and our prevent the spread of COVID-19. The coaches on the clock before a paint bomb explodes. concept has been well received in the com- are using the #TeamNewYork hashtag on Twit- During COVID-19, the Brooklyn, NY-based munity. Then COVID-19 forced us to close, but ter, Instagram and Facebook. Beat The Bomb began a campaign called we were still able to raise money to feed first “We realized the influence these coaches #BeatTheVirus. The company built an online responders in our community.” have in their communities,” Horwitz said. “When computer game and sold t-shirts to raise you look at all the coaches in the state and you awareness and funds for New York City health Kylee Haggerty ’14: Seeking PPE care workers and hospitals. This turned into an Haggerty is a programming realize everything they do individually for their communities, you realize the impact they can online tournament streamed on Twitch. manager with Casper, a Beat The Bomb also donated all of its New York City-based sleep have in a situation like this.” Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) normally startup working to awaken (The Syracuse Media Group contributed to this report). used for customers to hospitals in the New York the power of a well-rested City area. world. Haggerty, who is based in Brooklyn, led efforts for people to donate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to healthcare workers.

Capstone curveball preps senior for sport industry future By Shanthi Sepe-Chepuru When COVID-19 hit, we had just entered the final SPM Class of 2020 stages of our Opening Day preparations. My primary During the Spring 2020 semester, while I was complet - projects were all intended to be finalized by our April 9 ing my Senior Capstone as a media relations intern with opening, including rebuilding and managing the team’s new website and finalizing the production of the team’s minor league baseball’s Pensacola (FL) Blue Wahoos, COVID-19 hit, shutting down the sport industry and 2020 Media Guide. I wrote articles and press releases, attended media events, and assisted in game-day produc - putting the Wahoos’ season on hold. The transition was abrupt. Less than two weeks tion. We spent months working in earnest toward a finish before, we hosted a college baseball tournament, where line that, very suddenly, no longer existed. I acted as a cameraperson, scoreboard operator and After COVID-19 suspended the Wahoos’ season and game photographer. the organization transitioned to working remotely, my 6 CO VER ST OR Y Seniors on Capstone feel effects of industry shutdown During the Spring 2020 semester, 38 Sport Management seniors worked in numerous sectors of the sport industry while completing their Capstone. COVID-19 impacted every single one of them, each in different ways. Sport Management internship placement coordinators Nicole Cost, Lisa Liparulo and Kevin McNeill guided the students through the semester as most transitioned from on-site work to remote. “I was devastated for the seniors when the pandemic hit, especially because I know personally how invaluable the Capstone experience is,” said Cost, a 2008 graduate of the program. “As their final presentations revealed, our students are adaptable and resilient. We are immensely proud of their efforts, finishing strong academically, and staying as positive as possible throughout a really difficult experience.”

Rhett Kahny ’20 realizing I would not be returning Kinsey Davis-Corr ’20 John Ruggiero ’20 Hashtag Sports to Syracuse University to finish Hitz & Branding / Vanderbilt XFL “The COVID-19 pandemic my senior year, as well as not Athletics Department “I am beyond grateful that I having the graduation ceremony presented Sport Management “One of the biggest takeaways was able to complete my senior that all seniors worked so hard seniors with the opportunity to I learned while operating during Capstone with the XFL. All in one for. It is hard to stay positive in a take on a Capstone experience a pandemic is you must have semester, I was thrown right into world where the future of sports is unlike any other. At Hashtag the ability to adapt to any the middle of a start-up company, uncertain.” Sports, we transitioned from our circumstance. I found new ways to helped launch a sports league flagship in-person conference to increase the abilities and ventures and then witnessed its closing in a a virtual ‘Hashtag Sports LIVE.’ I Kyle Walker ’20 of projects. If you can reconstruct pandemic. Despite its end, I know ran the Community Spotlight web WarnerMedia ideas to continue to make them I made connections and friends for series aimed at incubating virtual “It is safe to say viable, you will be able to handle life from this organization. “ networking. This presented me that the Spring any situation.” with the opportunity to work with semester, and Jake Kleban ’20 the creative director of Russell the Capstone Noah Diorio ’20 Athletes First Partners Wilson’s production company, experience as a CSM Sport and Entertainment “I was in the West2East Empire. This led to a whole, did not “I learned the importance of crisis middle of my strong professional relationship go according to management and how to stay Capstone with and I was able to pitch Wilson as plan. Although active in times of uncertainty. Athletes First a potential speaker at Hashtag it was extremely beneficial and My department continued Partners (A1P), Sports LIVE.” gave me an invaluable experience, working remotely after many of a sales and mar- the COVID-19 pandemic turned our properties had their seasons keting agency Ricki Sperry ’20 my Capstone and WarnerMedia canceled. We stayed diligent in New York Syracuse University Athletics’ operations upside down. Working and searched for new business City, when COVID-19 kicked us Compliance Department from home forced everyone to opportunities. I learned that when out of the office quickly in March “The biggest takeaway I learned navigate new challenges. As our a crisis occurs, continue to work 2020. A1P conducted virtual calls from this scenario is adaptability. sports properties announced the hard and look forward, as it’s to keep everyone connected. Our I went from working eight hours a postponement or cancellation of easier to keep a positive mindset main business is our partnership day in the office, to moving back the remainder of their seasons, we and stay on track.” with the NBA Players Association, home and trying to work from adapted to the abnormality in the and despite the suspension of there. It was difficult to pick up sport industry as best as we could.” the NBA season, we were able to my life and move home while execute new deals and adjust to this new way of working.” role changed significantly for the Double-A affiliate of the Minnesota publishing my first game stories and hopefully seeing the Twins’ top Twins. I focused primarily on the website, which had to be entirely rebuilt prospects in action. Instead, I spent Opening Day social distancing at in a new software. Shortly thereafter, I was offered the opportunity home, doing my best to keep the team prepared for the season to start at to work remotely on media relations for the Beloit (Wisc.) Snappers, any moment. the Class-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics. For the remainder of my While COVID-19 has brought disappointment and heartbreak for Spring 2020 Capstone, I rebuilt the Snappers’ website and assisted with so many, the transition taught me the importance of workplace com- graphic design, marketing and social media. munity. I saw first-hand the value of creativity and willingness to think After graduating from Syracuse University in May 2020, I transi - outside the box. I never anticipated working remotely for half of my tioned to a remote media relations role with the Snappers, while remain - Capstone and running a media department for a team 1,000 miles away ing in Pensacola. I now manage the Snappers’ social media accounts and a month after graduation. I will not say it has been easy, but I am grateful website, as well as assist with the marketing for a new stadium and team for these challenges. I know this entire experience — the planned and the rebranding. unprecedented — has prepared me for anything the sport industry can This was obviously not the way I envisioned my senior Capstone throw at me in the future. playing out. I anticipated working closely with the media and players, 7 STUDENT S

Congratulations to the Class of 2020 On May 10, 2020, Syracuse University held Commencement Weekend in May by holding consecutive semesters at Syracuse University: a virtual conferral of degrees for its Class an award ceremony and reception for seniors Thomas Adams, Carolin Bader, Jillian Barry, of 2020. Due to COVID-19, the planned and their families, as well as faculty and staff. Dylan Blechner, Hunter Bruckner, Mat- on-campus Commencement, as well as all Due to COVID-19, this ceremony was not thew Bustillo, Youngchae Cho, Matthew College-specific Convocations and award held. Here is a list of the senior awards: Defusco, Luca DiNapoli, Sydney Gauzza, ceremonies, were canceled.  Director’s Award – Connor Monzo Andrea Ghanian, Daniel Goetz, Joshua The Department of Sport Management  Academic Excellence Award – Hentschel, Patrick Hopkins, Gareth Jobling, congratulates 99 Sport Management under- Carolin Bader Connor Monzo, Aaron Morrow, Matthew graduates, 13 Sport Analytics undergradu-  Academic Excellence Award – Jillian Barry Pignatella, Brandon Pollack, Nick Riccardi, ates, and 11 Sport Venue and Event Manage-  Matt Brodsky Philanthropic Award – Jacob Rogovin, Austin Towns, and Alexan- ment master’s graduates who received their Owen Herrington dra Trager. degrees as part of the Class of 2020.  Sport Management VIP Award – Eight students were named Berlin Sport The 2020 department Marshals were Austin Towns Analytics Scholars for the Class of 2020: Brandon Pollack (undergraduate) and Kyla  Professional Engagement Award – Dylan Blechner, Daniel Goetz, Gareth Robinson (graduate). Connor Monzo (SPM), Kelsey Smith Jobling, Kyle Liotta, Stephen McClain, Brandon Pollack (SPM) and Nick Riccardi  Jason Morales Perseverance in Sport and Nick Riccardi, Joseph Sabel and Nicholas (SAL) were named Falk College Scholars. Life Award – Abel Mickey Watson Schloop. For more on the Sport Analytics Twenty-four Sport Management/Sport  Director’s Award for Academic Promise – program, see pages 20-24. Analytics students in the Class of 2020 gradu- Niklas Schmidt Also, the M.S. in Sport Venue and Event ated with honors with a GPA of 3.4 or higher.  Kate Veley Civic Engagement and Social Management program concluded its eighth Fifteen students graduated Magna Cum Laude Responsibility Award – Thomas Adams year. (See page 9.) (GPA of 3.6 or higher) and 10 graduated  Graduate Student Award – Summa Cum Laude (GPA of 3.8 or higher). Hallie Caruthers The following members of the Class of  Sport Analytics Academic Excellence Visit Sport Management’s 2020 graduated with double majors: Ethan Award – Dylan Blechner online resources Alpern (sport analytics/public relations);  Sport Analytics Research Excellence Award - Be sure to check out falk.syr.edu/ Gareth Jobling (sport analytics/economics); Nick Riccardi sport-management for department infor- Cameron Johnson (sport analytics/psychol-  Sport Analytics Director’s Award for mation, program news, club meeting dates ogy); Kyle Liotta (sport analytics/economics); Academic Promise – Joseph Sabel and activities, and other special events. Nicholas Schloop (sport analytics/econom-  Sport Analytics Sport Analytics VIP Award - Also, be sure to follow Sport Manage- ics); and Declan Wright (sport management/ Kyle Liotta ment on Twitter @SUSportMgmt, and economics). Twenty-three students received the Direc- “like” us on Facebook at SU Falk College The Department of Sport Management tor’s Academic Achievement Award Clock for Department of Sport Management. traditionally celebrates its graduates during earning a GPA of 3.4 or higher for each of their

8 GRADU A TE STUDENT S Sport Venue and Event Management Master’s program graduates its eighth class

The Department of Sport Management’s master’s program in Sport Venue and Event Management (SVEM) welcomed its eighth class of graduate students to campus in July 2019. The program comprises 36 credit hours of intensive classroom learning, skill development and experiential opportunities in settings like SU’s Carrier Dome. The 2019-20 cohort included 12 students, with a diverse mix of educational backgrounds and from a variety of geographic locations. Students worked toward completing their practicum work in Summer 2020 and will continue in Fall 2020 with organization such as The Bas- ketball Tournament, Seattle Storm, Florida Everblades, and Charlotte Hornets. In addition to their classwork, graduate students took part in pro- fessional development seminars conducted by Falk College Career Services and Sport Management internship placement coordinators on networking, cover letters, resumes, strategic interviewing, salary negotiation, career guidance and using LinkedIn. In the Spring 2020 semester, students worked with associate professor Dr. Gina Pauline in the advanced event management course to plan a charity golf event benefiting the Dr. Hadley J. Falk

Breast Health Center at Crouse Hospital in Syra- cuse. Due to COVID-19, the May 4 event at Drumlins Country Club was postponed. Students in the first eight cohorts have immersed themselves in the program’s academic and experi- ential opportunities, and leveraged rela- tionships to launch their careers in the Practicum list for Sport Venue and industry. Graduates Event Management master’s program have secured posi- Fall 2019 tions at McFetridge Sports Center in Chicago, Dover Lia Bruno, Washington Redskins Speedway, Brown University, Spectra Venue Management, Jiaxun Deng, Nike China Legends Hospitality, Spartan Race Inc., Country Music Hall of Fame, Jinyi Hong, Nike China Syracuse University’s Carrier Dome, Syracuse University’s Barnes Cen- Alison Peters, Steve Furgal’s International Tennis Tours ter – Recreation Services, Met Life Stadium, Boston Celtics, Boise State Juanfei XU, China Sport School Federation University, Nike China, and Tulsa Sports Commission, among others. Yaohui Wei, Syracuse University Department of Recreation Services The ninth SVEM graduate class began in July 2020. For more infor- Spring 2020 mation about the graduate program, visit falk.syr.edu/sport-manage- Jinyi Hong, Nike China ment/academic-programs. The SVEM curriculum is designed to provide graduate students with a set of courses focused on the management and Summer 2020 operations of facilities and events in the realm of sports and entertain- Shaun Belbey, The Basketball Tournament ment. Additionally, the SVEM coursework contains theory-to-practice Hallie Caruthers, Florida Everblades elements where students apply concepts learned in the classroom to Whisper Fisher, Seattle Storm actual industry settings in a hands-on manner. William Marshall, The Basketball Tournament

9 STUDENT S Welcome Class of 2024 undergraduates Sport Analytics Sport Management Arizona British Columbia, California Canada Connecticut California Florida China Iowa Colorado Jamaica Connecticut Massachusetts Delaware China Maryland Florida Maine Illinois Montana Massachusetts Jamaica North Carolina Maryland New Jersey Mexico Ontario, Canada New York North Carolina Ohio New Jersey Pennsylvania New York Mexico Sinapore Ontario, Canada United Arab Tennessee Pennsylvania Emirates Texas Rhode Island Virginia Texas British Columbia, Canada Wisconsin United Arab Emirates Virginia Washington Singapore Congratulations to the following students for achieving an overall cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher, as of the end of the 2019-2020 academic year: SPORT Kyle Walker Devan Dachisen Alex Guo Nick Riccardi Ian Archer MANAGEMENT Bailey Ware Matthew Davis Logan Haden Harris Joseph Sabel James Beck Declan Wright Ryan Dilts Jesse Hirtenstein Nicholas Schloop Jackson Beers Class of 2020 Caitlin Donoghue Morgan Huseby Daniel Beim Thomas Adams Class of 2021 Rachel Duke Nyah Jones Class of 2021 Mitchell Bereznay Peter Appel Victor Allaham Ava Eckhoff Melanie Kelly Zachary Anhalt Alexander Borelli Carolin Bader Ryan Beaury Katherine Eliou Andrew Leconte Jonathan Bosch Daniel Brockett Jillian Barry Jacob Berger Daniel Fitzpatrick Jae Hyoung Lee Joseph Deaton Elijah Buto Andrew Blutig Andrew Bush Jakob Fox Yueyang Li Jack Dolitsky Xinliang Chen Hunter Bruckner Matthew Diemand Anna Genter Joshua Linder James McCrary Hyman Kylie Dedrick Matthew Bustillo Oliver Glavin Luca Giacobbe Juliano Macera Zachary Koeppel Philip Frank Joseph Carello Margaret Haggerty Connor Howard Margaret Monzo Colin Krantz Benjamin Gansenberg Youngchae Cho Ryan Harteveldt Hannah Kuo Michael Morrone Samuel Marteka Sam Gellman Carlos Christian Rey Jianghui Hu Peri Lamkin Chloe Moss Dylan McGee Matthew Gennaro Matthew Defusco Caroline Johnson John Lichtenstein Emerson Murphy Brendan McKeown Corey Goldman Andrew Derda Emani Jones Zichen Lu Zhishan Ni Cameron Mitchell Shane Halpin Luca Di Napoli Max Josef Joao Murray Christopher Onorato Colby Olson Colin Hardy Noah Diorio Ruth Kaiser Danielle Parr Benjamin Paglia Alejandro Pesantez Jackson Hecker Nicholas Felicetti Jonah Kane Jared Pastore Zachary Paskal Harrison Platt Gabriel Herz Sydney Gauzza Josephine Kiesel Shehreyar Piracha Faith Porter Kushal Shah Liam Hogan Daniel Geraci Seth Kourpas Noah Radic Brianne Quinlan Davis Showell Kevin Ivers Griffin Laine Andrea Ghanian Harrison Rayhill Killian Quirk Class of 2022 Christopher Jones Patrick Hopkins Nicolas Lemaire Emily Rubinshteyn Andrew Schiffer Preston Klaus Guozheng Li Samual Ayers Sarah Incerpi Bryan Schwab Maxwell Schobel Evan Baum Graham Kotchick Rhett Kahny Henry Little Kira Sebastianelli Megan Sheehan Jared Lavigueur Jordan Lucero Bailie Brown Connor Monzo Emery Swanson Bolun Sun Joe Chen Nathaniel Mahoney Aaron Morrow Kaitlynn Miller Jenna Tivnan Blake Taub Mackenzie Mangos Jonathan Offit Joshua Danzig Adam Newman Jonah Wheeler Eitan Taub Connor Meissner Marc Orlin Steven Dimaria Jordan Novak Anna Theodosopoulos Drew Disanto Eli Miller Alexandra Olnowich Jenna Parker Class of 2023 Connor Toomey Austin Murphy Lucas Prestamo Michael Altschul Brian Drew Francis Petrillo Noah Wagner Jacob Murrer Jack Rothstein Kailey Brenner Dante Giugliano Matthew Pignatella Cooper Walner Justin Harrington Daniel Nagle Brandon Pollack Simone Saputo Dylan Canell Yichen Zhang Michael O’Connor Dylan Schwartz Conor Chesterman Sean Kenney Hunter Pomerantz Joseph Pickering Zachary Palfey Leah Riccolo Kristen Siermachesky Alexander Chillemi SPORT Matthew Penn Jayson Staiger Ethan Cohen Dean Preston Kristen Rogers ANALYTICS Hughston Preston Seth Quinn Zijian Wang Maeva Collatos Jacob Rogovin Dominic Samangy Ruben Sanchez Sara Justin Saxe Samuel Crampton Class of 2020 Class of 2022 Ethan Alpern Cooper Shawver Chase Seibold Nikki Scala Stephanie Deangelis Luke Adelstein Dylan Blechner Christopher Thomas Brenden Slomka Emma Schambers Juliana DiCenso Finnian Bendana William Friedeman Andrew Todd Ryan Song Shanthi Sepe-Chepuru Dara Doft Nathan Besold Daniel Goetz Ward Walton Quinn Spangler Kelsey Smith Kevin Donoghue Matthew Tan Christian Buonadonna Rahul Dua Gareth Jobling Brandon Wunderlich Ricki Sperry Benjamin Wachtel Charles Burns Zachary Erber Cameron Johnson David Zukowski Alexandra Trager Seth Warner Xiaoxiao Chen Jake Fienberg Kyle Liotta Matthew Voytko Glazer Yau Tak Chow Class of 2023 Daniel Wiederhorn Joshua Friedman Stephen McClain Benjamin Allen 10 STUDENT S Senior Capstone Experience Among the most valuable attributes of the cess begins during a student’s freshman year. Listed below are Sport Management Department of Sport Management is its The process concludes with the full-semester students and the organizations where they connection with the sport industry, which experience with a specific sport entity or orga- completed their senior Capstone in 2019- impacts students in numerous ways, including nization as local as Central New York to across 2020. We are grateful to our growing list of the Senior Capstone experience. As a part of the United States and around the world. Capstone partners, who continue to provide their degree requirements, Sport Management A Capstone requires students to work tremendous learning opportunities for our students must complete a 12-credit Capstone with a sport-related organization for a students. providing an opportunity to gain valuable minimum of 540 hours over the course of one This all happens under the leadership of hands-on experience in the sports industry semester, gaining experience in areas such as Sport Management internship placement before graduation. sales, marketing, finance, analytics, event man- coordinators Nicole Cost, Lisa Liparulo and Since the Capstone is the culmination of agement, collegiate athletics, communications, Kevin McNeill. one’s academic experience, the planning pro- law, community relations, and more.

FALL 2019 Nolan Cooney S yracuse University Athletics - Thomas Adams New York Yankees Sales and Marketing Caitlin Alessi New England Revolution Justin Davis F ayetteville-Manlius High School Athletics Jesse Altmeyer CSM Department William Amon Madison Square Garden Kinsey Davis-Corr Hitz & Branding / Vanderbilt Athletics Courtney Anderson Garden of Dreams (MSG) Luca Di Napoli Spartan Race Tyler Anes Hurricane Junior Golf Tour Noah Diorio CSM Michael Bennett Priority Sports and Entertainment Nicholas Felicetti Talent Resources Andrew Blutig Excel Sports Management Sydney Gauzza Syracuse University Athletics - Communications Matthew Bustillo Major League Baseball Daniel Geraci Syracuse University Athletics – Marketing Justin Butterman Talent Resources Sports Matthew Glazer Syracuse University Athletics - Marketing Joseph Carello Syracuse University Athletics Nathan Glazer DKC Carlos Christian Rey Excel Sports Management Rhett Kahny Hashtag Sports Nicholas Cohen Philadelphia Eagles Jacob Kleban Athletes First Partners Caroline Davis Pittsburgh Penguins Matthew Linico POINT 3 Matthew Defusco NBC Sports Philadelphia Connor Monzo New York Yankees Andrew Derda CSM Aaron Morrow Excel Sports Management Ryan Gargiulo Syracuse University Women’s Basketball Jordan Novak Hurricane Junior Golf Tour Andrea Ghanian Madison Square Garden Jonathan Ochstein WarnerMedia Drew Hurley Syracuse University Athletics - Facilities Cameron Reece S yracuse University – Women’s Basketball Sarah Incerpi Legends - Rose Bowl Leah Riccolo Rubicon Talent Justin Jedwab Radegen Sports Management Jacob Rogovin CSM Justin Katz Hurricane Junior Golf Tour John Ruggiero XFL Nicole Kittay Baltimore Orioles Nikolas Santana New York Red Bulls Zachary Kushell New York Jets Nikki Scala Thuzio Adam Newman Excel Sports Management Max Schneider GSE Worldwide Jacob Patalino Excel Sports Management Shanthi Sepe-Chepuru Pensacola Blue Wahoos Francis Petrillo Madison Square Garden Jun Song Syracuse FC Matthew Pignatella DKC Ricki Sperry Syracuse University Athletics - Compliance Brandon Pollack Wasserman Stephen Steiger Syracuse University Athletics - Ticket Sales Alexis Richer Special Olympics New York Alex Teperman The Montag Group Kristen Rogers Tulane University Football Jordan Tyler Syracuse Crunch Alexander Rosenbaum Nashville Predators Kyle Walker WarnerMedia Jake Rosone Talent Resources Bailey Ware Syracuse Mets Kai Ruskin Sporting KC Tristan Wendel United Soccer League Justin Saxe Excel Sports Management Colin Williams CSM Emma Schambers TD Garden Niklas Alexander Schmidt VFL Wolfsburg SUMMER 2020 Zachariah Smookler GMR Justin Bash POINT 3 Austin Towns POINT 3 Jillian Berry Rookie Road Alexandra Trager Syracuse University Athletics - Marketing Langshen Chen Shenzhen New Century Basketball Club Montana Tyrus BSE Global - Long Island Nets Fanning Hearon POINT 3 Evan Weinberg CSM Melissa Kerner Major League Lacrosse Declan Wright Vayner Sports Ethan Kimmel USOC Los Angeles Committee 2028 Alec Minick The Stadium at Syracuse University SPRING 2020 Hunter Pomerantz Madison Square Garden Peter Appel New York Yankees Maxwell Santos SponsorUnited Brad Aretsky Fairleigh Dickinson Athletics William Shim Purl Collective and Talent Resources Hunter Bruckner Washington Redskins Ty’Reek Sizer Rochester King Youngchae Cho Le Moyne Athletics

11 STUDENT S Senior sees all aspects of industry with CSM By Andrew Derda Harley Davidson and Bit SPM ’20 Fry Game Studios. I was responsible for bi-weekly During the Fall 2019 outreach to specific semester, I completed contacts for each of the my Senior Capstone brands, as well as follow- with CSM Sport & ing up and tracking brand Entertainment, a global conversations utilizing integrated marketing Salesforce. agency headquartered I volunteered to work in London and with on a project for Chelsea offices around the FC, as the soccer club world, including New planned its tour of the York City, where I was United States. I used my based. study abroad experience The experience in London to contribute provided an amazing a unique perspective on opportunity to delve how to grow the club’s into different aspects of sports and entertainment brand in the United States. industries, including sponsorships, event manage- I managed a weekly newsletter sent to CSM ment and gaming. employees worldwide, and was responsible for I was one of two interns in Brand Partnerships ensuring that a team of interns submitted weekly responsible for fostering relationships between cli- articles and news briefs. ents and potential brand partners. A majority of my Since graduating from Syracuse University in work focused on managing personal outreach for May 2020, I have been interviewing with sports brands on behalf of CSM clients, such as US Club marketing agencies and often find myself referenc- Soccer, a division of the US Soccer Federation, ing my CSM Capstone experiences. On the pitch with Sporting Kansas City By Kai Ruskin and worked multiple SPM ’20 activation events with AT&T, including meet and During the Fall 2019 greets with players, and a semester, I completed watch party for the final my senior Capstone game of the season. with Sporting Kansas Gamedays were the City, a Major League most exciting aspect of Soccer franchise in my Capstone experi- Kansas City, Missouri. ence. Sporting KC has As an intern in the established a passionate Corporate Partnerships and loyal fanbase that Department, I worked on makes every game a sales and activations to memorable experience prospect new partners for for the team as well as the club, as well as manage the fans. Interacting with and execute existing part- fans in an authentic and nership agreements. unfiltered sports environ- I learned and experi- ment is something I will enced so much during my never forget. time with Sporting KC, Since graduating such as leading projects in from Syracuse University partnership recaps, partner briefs, and managing in December 2019, I have maintained my Kansas asset inventory. I took detailed notes on our confer- City connections and hope to use this experience ence calls with AT&T, as well as in-person meetings to land a corporate partnerships role with a profes- with John Deere. Outside of the office, I attended sional sports team or organization.

12 STUDENT S Long Island Nets Capstone leads to job By Montana Tyrus Capstone experience SPM ’20 was working game days and seeing how all the During the Fall 2019 moving parts, from sales to semester, I completed marketing to sponsorship, my Senior Capstone with came together to create a Brooklyn Sports and En- memorable experience for tertainment (BSE) Global fans. Even though game as a team marketing intern days were long, work- for the Long Island Nets, ing with incredible staff the G-League affiliate of on Long Island made it the Brooklyn Nets based memorable! in Uniondale, New York. This internship with I experienced the the Nets allowed me to go innerworkings of a sports beyond classroom learning organization and now and teach me valuable understand how marketing hands-on experience in works with various depart- the sports industry. It ments. I helped manage helped me connect and and update the team’s social media accounts, network with industry professionals that I’ve worked the set-up and implementation of commu- stayed in contact with following my capstone. nity events, and assisted with grassroots marketing Since graduating from Syracuse University efforts, among other tasks. in May 2020, I’m proud to say I have returned to I worked several events, including media day, BSE Global as an account executive for the Long local player tryouts, youth basketball clinics, Island Nets. and community events. My favorite part of this

Events aplenty during Rose Bowl Capstone By Sarah Incerpi aimed to make each event SPM ’20 an unforgettable experi- ence for all that attended. During the Fall 2019 As the internship semester, I completed progressed, I took on more my Senior Capstone of a marketing role and in Pasadena, CA, with was responsible for build- Legends at Rose Bowl ing the communications Stadium. More specif- and marketing calendar ically, I interned in the while coordinating with Rose Bowl Premium the marketing manager. I Seating Department completed numerous mar- as a marketing and keting pieces, social media sales intern. content, and splash pages I had the privilege of as well as email newslet- working many events, ters and event invitations. including a United States My Capstone with Women’s National soccer Rose Bowl Premium Seat- team’s victory tour match, ing was an incredible jour- a Rolling Stones concert, ney filled with valuable experiences, life lessons, the entire 2019-2020 UCLA football season, and and unforgettable memories. I can confidently say the 2020 Rose Bowl Game. With each event, I was I learned many skills that I will take with me as I exposed to event preparation and experienced begin my career in the sport industry. I am excited what it took to successfully execute events of this to apply my real-world experiences along with my magnitude. I coordinated with many departments, passion for the world of sports to my career. communicated event details with clients, and

13 STUDENT S SPM Club raises $57,021 at 15th Charity Auction The Sport Management Club at Syracuse raised $524,000 for local charities. Previ- granting wishes and helping strengthen and University raised $57,021 for Make-A-Wish ous beneficiaries of the club’s annual charity empower children battling critical illnesses. Central New York as a result of its 15th An- auction have included Meals on Wheels, Boys “Our Sport Management Club was nual Charity Sports Auction. During the SU & Girls Clubs, Golisano Children’s Hospital at founded on the principles of teaching our men’s basketball game on Nov. 16, 2019 at Upstate, the Ronald McDon- membership the value of civic engagement, the Carrier Dome, supporters placed bids on ald House Charities of CNY, community service, and social re- more than 500 items, including sports memo- the Central New York SPCA, sponsibility through sports,” rabilia, electronics, jewelry, gift baskets, trips, the Upstate Cancer Center, said Michael Veley, Rhonda and tickets to sporting events. Special Olympics New York, S. Falk endowed profes- The SPM Club is a student-run organiza- Food Bank of CNY, the sor and director of Sport tion in the Falk College of Sport and Human Salvation Army, Rescue Management, who also serves Dynamics’ Sport Management Department. Mission Alliance, American as the organization’s faculty Since its founding in 2005, the club has Diabetes Associa- advisor. “The countless hours tion, and McMahon/ of dedication by these students Ryan Child Advocacy to ensure that the charity auc- Center. tion would make wishes come “Once again, true for local children and their the outstanding families, is extremely gratifying. Syracuse University Collectively, we are honored to Sport Management students support our community.” have exceeded our expectations,” The Sport Management Club said Diane Kuppermann, presi- meets weekly during the aca- dent and CEO of Make-A- demic year. For more Wish Central New York. “Their information, contact energy, effort and passion SPM Club presi- for our mission was evident dent Sam Marteka throughout the process. Their ([email protected]). professionalism and drive For more infor- Syracuse University’s Sport Management Club resulted in this extraordinary gift mation about the presented a check for $57,021 to representatives that will benefit local kids battling annual Charity from Make-A-Wish Central New York on Feb. 11, critical illness. Their contributions Auction, visit Twitter 2020, at the Carrier Dome. Shown here are Make-A- to the most vulnerable in our com- @SPMAuction as Wish CNY Director of Corporate Philanthropy Kate Veley, Auction Co-Chair Caroline Johnson ’21, SPM munity will have lasting impact.” well as www.sucharity Club President Sam Marteka ’21, and Make-A-Wish Make-A-Wish serves 15 sportsauction.com. CNY President and CEO Diane Kuppermann. counties around Central New York,

SPM students share experiences with refugees A cornerstone of the Sport Management program at Syracuse Uni- versity is teaching students about social responsibility and community service. During the Spring 2020 semester, five Sport Management students spent an evening discussing their classes, career goals, intern- ship experiences, and skills necessary to succeed in the sport industry, among other topics, with a group of Syracuse City high school students from Refugee and Immigrant Self-Empowerment (RISE). RISE is a local non-profit that focuses on advocating and promot- ing self-sufficiency through employment, education, social support, and economic independence for members of the refugee and immigrant communicates in Onondaga County. Devan Dachisen, Caroline Johnson, Megan Monzo, João Murray and Niklas Schmidt – students hailing from New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Brazil and Germany – came together to share their stories, advice, and even teach each other communicative phrases from their home countries. The SU students also learned how to say “Hello” in some of the RISE members’ first language.

14 STUDENT S A letter from the SPM Club president By Sam Marteka, SPM ’21 While our trademark event for the last 15 years has been the Charity SPM Club President Sports Auction, the Sport Management Club at Syracuse University prides itself on serving the community. Club members put in an amazing As a member of the first-ever freshman class of 305 community service hours in Fall 2019 at places such as Make-A- Sport Analytics majors at Syracuse University Wish Central New York, Meals on Wheels Syracuse, Ronald McDonald in Fall 2017, I knew I wanted to dive right in and House, OttoTHON, and 3fifteen. get involved with everything I could from day We welcomed guest speakers in person and via Skype/Zoom from one. An activity that appealed to me right away a variety of organizations such as SU Athletics, Learfield-IMG, NBA, was the Sport Management Club. I had already Phoenix Suns, and Fenway Sports Management, among others. We started to meet fellow Sport Management and also held professional development events throughout the year, helping Sport Analytics students in my dorm and was eager to join the Club. students navigate applications, internships, cover letters, and resumes. Looking back, it was one of the best decisions I have made so far in my In Fall 2019, we held the campus’ first-ever charity “Super Smash college career. Brothers E-Gaming Tournament” in the new Barnes Center Esports The Sport Management Club, under the guidance of Professor Room. Michael Veley and phenomenal student leaders, has provided countless I am honored to lead a fine group of students who devote their time students, regardless of major, invaluable experiential learning opportuni- outside of class to the Sport Management Club every week. The future ties that expand our professional, academic, and social skillsets. I have is extremely bright for the SPM Club as well as the SPM and SAL pro- had the honor to lead this club, and all of its high-achieving members and grams here at Syracuse and I am grateful for the opportunities this club officers, for almost two years now, and have never been more proud to provides all of us. be the president of such a special organization.

SPM Club members Nyah Jones, Alex Guo, Megan Monzo, Connor Monzo, Sam In Fall 2019, the Sport Management Club held a charity “Super Smash Brothers Marteka, Caroline Johnson, Brianne Quinlan and Connor Howard (from left) E-Gaming Tournament” in SU’s Barnes Center Esports Room. volunteered at the 2019 Sugarman Law Firm Wish Ball at the Oncenter, to benefit Make-A-Wish Central New York

Connect with SU Sport Management

Department of Kathryn Tunkel Jeff Pauline Web: Sport Management Administrative Assistant to Graduate Program Director falk.syr.edu/sport-management Syracuse University Michael Veley [email protected] [email protected] Facebook: 402 MacNaughton Hall Rodney Paul SU Falk College Department of Syracuse, NY 13244 Margie Chetney Analytics Program Director Sport Management 315.443.9881 or Administrative Assistant [email protected] 315.443.2630 [email protected] Twitter: (fax) 315.443.9716 David Salanger @SUSportMgmt Gina Pauline Assistant Dean, Advancement, Michael Veley Undergraduate Program Director Falk College LinkedIn: Director and Chair [email protected] [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/ [email protected] school/sufalkcollege

15 STUDENT S Students receive assistance from scholarship funds Sport Management students are eligible to apply for annual scholarships to assist with the financial aspects of completing summer internships or senior Capstones.

Jesse Altmeyer Nicole Kittay Nikki Scala Declan Wright

JENNIFER CORN CARTER FUND - Marketing), Nathan Glazer (DKC), Sydney Gauzza (Syracuse Uni- The Jennifer Corn Carter Senior Capstone Award for Sport Management versity Athletics - Communications), Rhett Kahny (Hashtag Sports), supports students in the department during their senior Capstone ex- Jacob Kleban (Athletes First Partners), Aaron Morrow (Excel Sports periences. For the 2019-20 academic year, four students were honored Management), Alex Teperman (The Montag Group), and Kyle Walker with this award: Jesse Altmeyer, who interned with CSM in Fall 2019; (Turner Sports). Nicole Kittay, who interned with the Baltimore Orioles in Fall 2019; In Fall 2019, nine students earned the scholarships: Michael Taylor Declan Wright, who interned with Vayner Sports in Fall 2019; and Bennett (Priority Sports), Matthew DeFusco (NBC Sports Philadel- Nikki Scala, who interned with Thuzio in Spring 2020. Each received phia), Andrew Derda (CSM), Ryan Gargiulo (Syracuse University $500 to $1000. Women’s Basketball), Adam Newman (Excel Sports Management), Jennifer Corn Carter is a graduate of Syracuse University, with Brandon Pollack (Wasserman), Justin Saxe (Excel Sports Manage- bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work. She was honored with the ment), Austin Towns (POINT 3) and Montana Tyrus (BSE Global). Falk College’s 2010 Alumna of the Year Award for her on-going support of our students and Syracuse University. Her vision and support created UNDERGRADUATE SUMMER INTERNSHIP FUND the Jennifer Corn Carter Resource and Career Center in Falk College. The Sport Management Summer Internship Fund provides support to undergraduate students pursuing unpaid summer internships, enabling STUDENT LEARNING FUND them to gain industry experience. Nineteen Sport Management seniors were awarded scholarships from Four students were awarded scholarships for their 2020 summer the Sport Management Student Learning Fund during the 2019-20 internships: Niko Armstrong (The Basketball Tournament), David academic year. Each received $500 to $1000. Chow (Soccer Shots), Margaret Haggerty (Pittsburgh Penguins), and In Summer 2020, Melissa Kerner received the scholarship while Jordan Lucero (Drone Racing League). interning with the Major League Lacrosse League. For more information about the funds, contact Sport Management In Spring 2020, nine students earned the scholarships: Luca Di- internship coordinator Kevin McNeill at 315-443-1546 or kjmcneil@ Napoli (Spartan Race), Matthew Glazer (Syracuse University Athletics syr.edu.

Sport Professionals of Color Club seeks new members The Sport Management Sport Professionals of Color Club wrapped activities and meetings. Past events include an NFL Draft watch party, up its sixth year in 2019-20, as an organization to connect students co-hosting a panel discussion on women in sports titled “Competing who identify as people of color with sport professionals from across the to Win” as well as hosting a Madison Square Garden internship panel. industry. The club has welcomed guest speakers Arnold Malloy of the Syracuse The organization was formed during the 2014-15 academic year Chiefs, Kevin Cooper of the Houston Texans, Davina Sutton of ESPN, with the purpose of helping to guide young professionals in their pursuit social media entrepreneur Eamonn Donlyn, and ESPN Information of success and career establishment in the industry. The club strives to Specialist Francisco Ramos. improve members’ professional skills, host speakers, foster networking Meetings are open to all Syracuse University students. Call the growth, and take part in experiential learning opportunities. Department of Sport Management at 315-443-9881 for more The club is always looking for new members to take part in its information.

16 STUDENT S Students gain sport industry insights, make alumni connections in new esports course By Lisa Maresca League of Legends), esports professors from other institutions, the play- Syracuse University News by-play announcer for the NBA 2K League (a basketball sports simula- Several years ago, playing video games was something mostly done tion video game), Syracuse University Board of Trustee member Jimmy in basements after school to blow off steam. But these days it’s big Kuhn ’70, G’72 and his son Jake from Misfits Gaming Group (a profes- business, netting million-dollar paychecks sional esports team), and Chris Henderson for gamers who win the League of Legends SPM ’18, the coordinator of marketing partnerships for the NBA 2K League. Every World Championships and incorporating big-name sports organizations, including the student had the opportunity to interact with and present to these guest speakers and “cli- National Basketball Association (NBA) and Major League Baseball. ents”—much as they would when discussing a job opportunity or in the workplace. Esports—electronic sports or gaming— often takes the form of organized, multi- “I wanted to touch on the breadth of player video game competitions, particularly the industry and talk about the people who between professional players, individuals play the sports professionally, the people on or teams. For years, David B. Falk Endowed teams, the event organizers, the game cre- Professor of Sport Management Rick Bur- ators, and the role of esports in our society ton has discussed how esports is an emerging today and in the sports industry in general,” says Burton. and high growth field with vast professional opportunities. Syracuse University recog- The students in the class were divided nized the industry’s growing popularity and into small groups—or “agencies”—and made importance when it opened a designated es- presentations to many of the speakers. In ports gaming room in the Barnes Center at their presentation to Syracuse alumnus Hen- The Arch. Professional esports players know derson, students shared their ideas on how the league can market to emerging fan bases. the economic benefits that can be earned from gaming, but average everyday players “The students did a great job with their are also recognizing the advantages, includ- presentations,” says Henderson. “All six ing social connectivity, mood enhancement, Sport Management major Max Josef ’21 plays “NBA 2K” at groups presented either an idea that the his house during the Spring 2020 semester while enrolled in the league is actively working on making happen happiness and skill acquisition. Falk College class SPM 300 Esports Management Last year, while discussing the impor- or really engaging new ideas.” tance of esports in another class, Burton came up with the idea for a new Burton is optimistic that his Esports esports course. SPM 300 Esports Management isn’t Syracuse Univer- Management course will be offered again. “I think it’s been successful. The students seemed excited and committed,” says Burton. sity’s first class covering this type of subject matter—the S.I. Newhouse Although he has a substantial background in sports marketing, in- School of Public Communications offers Esports and Media—but the cluding as the chief marketing officer for the U.S. Olympic and Paralym- new course is the first esports offering in the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics. pic Committee at the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics, Burton’s career For his innovative new course, Burton put together a list of guest has focused on conventional rather than virtual sports. “I’m not really speakers to enhance learning for the 23 students enrolled in the class. into playing esports,” he confesses. “I’m teaching something I feel needs The roster featured representatives from Riot Games (the makers of to be taught and I have expertise in the sports industry. I needed to teach it because it is a relevant sector of the sports industry.”

Support Sport Management ACC honors 8 SPM student-athletes We continually strive to offer a variety of opportuni- Eight Syracuse University Sport Management student-athletes ties to support our Sport Management students. were named on the Atlantic Coast Conference Honor Roll for the From scholarships and financial assistance to immer- 2019-20 academic year. The Honor Roll is comprised of student- sion programs and experiential field trips, along with athletes who participated in a varsity-level sport and registered a inviting distinguished guest lectures to campus and grade point average of 3.0 or better for the full academic year. hosting relevant symposiums, Falk College’s sport The SPM honorees are: management education goes beyond the textbooks and the walls of our classrooms. David Salanger, Kailey Brenner, soccer Kristen Siermachesky, Falk College assistant dean for advancement and Nolan Cooney, football ice hockey external affairs, would welcome the opportunity to talk and/or meet with Shaquille Grosvenor, football Jenna Tivnan, soccer you to discuss program support and student learning opportunities. Please Josie Kiesel, rowing Connor Toomey, rowing contact David at 315-443-8989 or [email protected]. Alexandra Olnowich, ice hockey

17 STUDENT S Sales Club focuses on real-world experience During the 2019-20 academic year, the Sport Sales Club was busy ing Nick Szpur, New York Mets; Rachel Shor, New York Islanders; Steve increasing its membership, strengthening its partnership with Syracuse McMahon, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment; SPM alumnus Sam University Athletics, assisting with charity events and welcoming guest Spector, Prudential Center; John Madden, New York Yankees; Foster speakers from the sport industry. Baker, Paycom; and SPM alumnus Sandor Kopitz, Boston Red Sox. Sales is often referred to as “the bread and butter of the sport New in 2019-20 was a mentorship program for club members. industry.” To gain real-world experience, club members partnered with President Seth Kourpas asked three industry professionals to act as Syracuse University Athletics for a club mentors, or resources members Night Sales Event, cold-calling pros- could turn to for sales advice, industry pects with the intent to sell tickets insight, professional development for SU football and men’s basketball tips, etc. The mentors were: Drew games. The students helped generate Fischer, manager of regional sales, $10,000 in new business revenue Tailgate Guys; Benjamin Neistat, despite the semester being cut short manager of group sales, BSE Global; due to COVID-19. and Mark Bloom, senior manager of During the Fall 2019 semester, organizational business development, club members cold-called busi- Cleveland Cavaliers. nesses near and far to solicit table The Sales Club was established sponsorships for the Department’s in 2015 and serves as a medium for 15th Annual Charity Sports Auction members to gain hands-on experience benefiting Make-A-Wish Central New in the sport sales industry, as well as York. provide networking opportunities for The focus of the Spring 2020 se- students to earn jobs and internships. mester was on bringing the first-ever Club officers for 2020-21 are In February 2020, Sport Sales Club members hosted a sales combine with sales combine to Syracuse University. executives from BSE Global. Ian Benepe, president; Casey Millar, In a collaboration with BSE Global, executive vice president; Sam Cramp- the full-day event kicked off with panel discussions featuring Benjamin ton, vice president of programming; Nick Costanzo, vice president of Neistat, manager of group sales, and Janaki Cash, manager of inside sales, events; Alex Guo, vice president of membership; and Richie Clarke, vice of the Brooklyn Nets. After lunch, students returned for sales training president of administration. followed by head-to-head, scenario-based competition in the format of The Sales Club meets weekly during the academic year. For more a combine. The winner, Ian Benepe ’22, walked away with a signed Caris information, contact Benepe at [email protected] or club advisor David Levert jersey. Meluni at [email protected]. All Syracuse University students are The club welcomed numerous guest speakers this past year, includ- welcome to attend.

SPM hosts major leaguer, area coaches for State of Baseball event On November 11, 2019, Syracuse University’s Department of Sport  American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Famer and Management hosted a panel discussion titled “The State of Business 41-year Ithaca College baseball coach George Valesente, who 2020.” Students heard from Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Tim retired in 2019. Locastro, 27, who is originally from nearby Auburn, NY. Locastro, who The panelists discussed the game as it evolves, from college to has been named the “fastest player in Major League Baseball,” is the only the minor leagues and ultimately the major leagues. They spoke about player to ever steal at least 20 bases in the Majors without being caught. opportunities in professional baseball operations, scouting, front office Locastro headlined a panel of industry profes- administration, and analytics. sionals, including: Sport Management assistant  New York Yankees Scout Marc DelPiano, teaching professor Dave Meluni who previously served as a special assistant organized the event and moderated to the general manager for the Pittsburgh the discussion. Pirates from 2008-2015. He then became “It was enlightening for our the vice president of player development students to hear from a wide range for the Miami Marlins through September of baseball professionals who are 2017. DelPiano also played two seasons of knowledgeable in all aspects of the minor league baseball. game,” said Meluni, who teaches  Cayuga Community College baseball coach sport marketing, sales, sponsorship TJ Gamba, who is a former Miami Marlins and promotion at Syracuse Univer- minor league coach. Panelists for Falk College’s State of Baseball event included (from left) sity. “With technology playing an  Ithaca College baseball coach David Ithaca College baseball coach David Valesente, New York Yankees ever-changing role in baseball, there scout Marc DelPiano, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Tim Locastro, are countless opportunities for our Valesente, who has also coached at Wells American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Famer George College and Saint Joseph’s University. Valesente, and Cayuga Community College baseball coach TJ Gamba. students to break into this industry.”

18 STUDENT S Active WISE members busy networking, volunteering Women in Sports and Events (WISE) SU take on Virginia Tech. Panelists is a nationally recognized group included Jen Albanese, director of whose goal is to be a leading voice and marketing, Syracuse University resource for women who currently Athletics; Katie Berger, director of work in, or aspire to be a part of, the business operations and merchan- professional field of sports and events. dise, Syracuse Mets; Megan Cahill, In 2009, Syracuse University was director of public relations and voted in as the first collegiate chapter digital media, Syracuse Crunch; of WISE’s national organization, and and Andrea Marino, director of since its inception on campus, has corporate partnerships, Syracuse offered multiple professional develop- Crunch. ment opportunities for membership. During the Spring 2020 Students in WISE are involved with semester, group members also numerous events and activities over the job-shadowed the front-office course of the academic year, including female leaders at the AHL’s Syra- networking trips, fundraisers, interview cuse Crunch. workshops, professional development “WISE provides a fantastic seminars, community service, and way for young women to hold assisting with SPM alumni events on leadership positions and campus. create opportunities for mem- In Fall 2019, the club organized a two-day bers, such as hosting events trip to Pittsburgh to network and learn from or collaborating with other industry professionals. The group met with on-campus groups,” said WISE executives from the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pitts- co-advisor Nicole Cost, who burgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Penguins, Diamond is also an internship placement Kinetics, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and WISE coordinator in the Department Pitt. They toured Heinz Field, PNC Park, and of Sport Management. “These PPG Paints Arena, and attended a Penguins are great talking points when NHL game. networking as well as on inter- WISE members often volunteer at the views, not to mention a solid way Ronald McDonald House in Syracuse to to learn skills for when they leave cook and serve meals to families staying campus.” at the facility. The group also co-hosts Keep up with SU’s WISE workshops focusing on campus resources Club on Social Media: Twitter: and resumes; partners with Witty Wicks, a @WISE_SU; Instagram: WISE_ homemade candle company, and Chipotle, Cuse; and Facebook: Women in to fundraise for future networking trips Sports and Events at Syracuse and events; and welcomes nu- University. merous guest speakers to campus The club officers for 2020 are or via Skype and Zoom. Caroline Johnson, president; Devan “We all enjoy volunteering Dachisen, vice president of program- with WISE, to give back to the ing and recruitment; Cailtin Dono- community we call home for four ghue and Chloe Moss, social media years,” said Devan Dachisen, vice and communications co-chairs; and president of programing and recruit- Megan Monzo, treasurer and fund- ment. “At SU, we have so many raising chair. incredible opportunities to grow in WISE, which meets weekly our careers, it only makes sense to during the academic year in Falk give back to the community that we College, includes women from all live in.” majors on campus interested in In January 2020, partnering pursuing careers in sports and with Syracuse University women’s events. For more information, basketball, WISE co-hosted a “Profes- email WISE co-advisors Nicole sional Women of Syracuse” event at Cost ([email protected]) or Lisa the Carrier Dome featuring panelists Liparulo ([email protected]). who shared their insights on working in athletics. Event attendees then watched

19 ANALYTICS Sport Analytics students waste no time pu Sport analytics is a fast-growing segment of three years and will continue their studies VAR research; Bosch received $3,630 for the sport industry, where many young, aspiring in SU’s School of Information Studies’ Ap- “Estimating (Four) Factor Values in the NBA: sport professionals are choosing to make a ca- plied Data Science master’s program in Fall A Seemingly Unrelated Regression Analy- reer. They’re data-driven—and they’re catching 2020. The scholarship is named for Andrew sis;” and Riccardi received $3,000 for “Op- the eye of sports teams all over the world. Berlin, who donated $1 million to SU’s sport timizing NBA Roster Construction.” Dr. Paul In fall 2016, Syracuse University’s sport analytics program in 2018. served as the faculty mentor for Blechner analytics program welcomed its first official  Blechner was named one of four Virtual and Riccardi while Sport Analytics professor freshman class as the first undergraduate Poster Display Winners for Undergraduates Dr. Shane Sanders mentored Bosch. degree of its kind in the nation. The intensive in the Spring 2020 Falk College Student  The Falk College of Sport and Human program with coursework in economics, Research Celebration. His research is titled Dynamics presented Liotta with the Class mathematics and computer programming has “Sentiment Analysis and Video Assistance of 2020 Outstanding Peer Advisor Award. attracted students from around the world. Referees in Professional Soccer” and fo- This award is presented in recognition of Since its launch, sport analytics at cuses on analyzing the use of video assistant effective advising qualities and practices, Syracuse has celebrated many successes. The referees (VAR) in terms of home/away including strong interpersonal skills, avail- program has established student-industry biases, biases toward ability to advisees, caring attitude, proactive collaborations with EDGE10, XFL, Spotted, teams with higher- behavior, and support of the peer advisor and Syracuse University Athletics. Students paid players, and fan training program. have secured professional job placements perspectives on VAR  Sanders and assistant professor Dr. Justin prior to graduation as well as internships with decisions. Also taking Ehrlich presented their research at the Fall top sport industry organizations and major part in the research 2019 Carnegie Mellon Sports Analytics league teams. Students and faculty have competition were Conference’s (CMSAC) Reproducible published and presented research internation- sport analytics stu- Research Competition in Pittsburgh. Their ally and competed in prestigious industry dents Goetz, Jobling, paper is titled “Wins Above Replace- and academic competitions, including SABR Dylan Blechner Liotta, McClain, Ric- ment and the MLB MVP Vote: A Natural Diamond Dollars, MIT Sloan Sports Analytics, cardi, Sabel, Schloop, Ethan Alpern ’20, Experiment.” Sport Analytics students Dax ACC Meeting of the Minds, Carnegie Mellon, Fletcher Wilson ’20, Jared Lavigueur ’23, Speakman ’21, Alex Pesantez ’21, Bosch and the Academy of Economics and Finance Elijah Buto ’23 and Seth Quinn ’23. and McClain also attended the CMSAC National Conference, among others. The  Blechner also won the Edward Nissan Conference. At the conference, Bosch won program graduated four students in 2019 and Undergraduate Papers Competition at the a best research poster award ($250). Also, 13 in 2020. 2020 Academy of Economics and Finance Sanders and Ehrlich, along with Class Here are some program highlights National Conference in Atlanta for his VAR of 2019 Sport Analytics graduate Justin from 2019-2020: research. He attended the conference with Perline, collaborated on a project that won Sport Analytics program director Dr. Rodney a Carnegie Mellon Sport Analytics Confer-  Eight seniors were named Berlin Scholars Paul, as well as fellow analytics classmates ence Reproducible Research Competition for the class of 2020: Dylan Blechner, Liotta, Sabel and Jacob Kahane ’20. Finalist Award ($1,000). Daniel Goetz, Gareth Jobling, Kyle Liotta, Stephen McClain, Nick Riccardi, Joseph  Blechner, Riccardi and Jon Bosch ’21 were  Sanders and Ehrlich, along with Sport Ana- Sabel and Nicholas Schloop. Blechner, awarded Fall 2019 Falk College Under- lytics assistant professor Dr. Jeremy Losak Goetz, Jobling, Riccardi, Sabel and Schloop graduate Student SOURCE Grants for their and students Blechner, Bosch and Speak- all graduated from Syracuse University in research. Blechner received $3,000 for his man, attended and presented their research

Among those attending the 2020 MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference were (from left) Cooper Shawver, Joseph Sabel, Gareth Jobling, Nick Schloop, Dylan Blechner and Jon Bosch. In the back row is Sport Analytics professor Dr. Shane Sanders.

20 tting Syracuse degree program on the map

Kyle Liotta, Joseph Sabel, Dylan Blechner and Jacob Kahane (from left) attended Dr. Shane Sanders, Dax Speakman, Jon Bosch, Dylan Blechner, Dr. Jeremy Losak the 2020 Academy of Economics and Finance National Conference in Atlanta. and Dr. Justin Ehrlich (from left) attended the New England Symposium on Statistics in Sports conference at Harvard.

at the Fall 2019 New England Symposium into groups. James Hyman ’21, Cooper Association of Sports Economists Virtual on Statistics in Sports at Harvard. Shawver ’22, Liam Hogan ’23, Sam Conference. Sanders presented his paper  Bosch and Speakman presented their NBA Auerbach ’23 and Mitch Bereznay ’23 titled “Head Impact and Salary in the NFL: Is research at the Fall 2019 Midwest Sports worked on a social media project examining there a Compensating Wage-Risk Premium” Analytics Meeting at Central College in the interaction and engagement of fans of at the virtual event. Pella, Iowa. Bosch also presented “NBA sponsored content, different sport content,  Sport Analytics students took part in Sports Lineup Analysis on Clustered Player Tenden- dates/times of posting, and more. Davis Info Solutions’ Summer 2020 Football cies” with his collaborator, Sam Kalman, of Showell ’21, Shane Halpin ’23, Brendan Analytics Competition to raise money for Purdue University. McKeown ’21, Joe Pickering ’22 and Evan the United Negro College Fund. As part of Baum ’22 worked on a Ticketmaster project  Blechner, Bosch, Goetz, Jobling, Liotta, the competition, students were given access examining trends and purchase behavior McClain, Riccardi, Sabel, and Schloop to proprietary play-by-play NFL data. of season ticket holders for football and along with Paul, Sanders and Sport Analyt-  In Fall 2020, the Sport Analytics pro- men’s basketball. Michael O’ Connor ’23, ics academic advisor Francesco Riverso gram will offer a new online course titled Preston Klaus ’23, Zach Crowe ’22 and attended the MIT Sloan Sport Analytics “Introductory Qualitative Sport Psychology Chase Seibold ’23 worked on an account Conference in Boston in March 2020, Analytics,” taught by Dafna Aaronson, an executive data project analyzing SU Athlet- where they heard presentations about industry leader in sport psychology and ics account executive performance data current topics impacting the industry and people analytics. It will be the program’s first for ticket selling across multiple sports and interacted with executives. The students analytics course taught by a female. creating new metrics for performance. also benefitted from networking sessions  A group of Sport Analytics students  Hyman was accepted into the prestigious and a career fair. partnered on a project with SPM Advisory Carnegie Mellon Summer Undergraduate  Sport Analytics students were asked by SU’s Council member Nick Carparelli, who re- Research Experience in Statistics. The 2020 office of alumni relations to give a presenta- cently started as the Executive Director experience was held online, where students tion to alumni before two SU football games of the Football Bowl Association. The took part in daily lectures and labs, learning in Fall 2019 and two SU men’s basketball students created a bowl database for the about data visualization, clustering, regres- games during the 2019-20 season. FBA and are working on analyzing the data sion models, principal component analysis, to find what factors affect bowl attendance  Research by Sanders and Ehrlich was pub- random forests and neural networks. The and TV ratings. lished in the highly-regarded Public Library labs offered students virtual opportunities of Science (PLOS) on “The Alliance Forma- to practice what they have learned using  Here’s a sampling of where Syracuse Uni- tion Puzzle in Contests with Capacity- sport data sets in R. versity Sport Analytics students interned in Constraints: A Test using American Football Summer 2020: Zachary Anhalt ’21, Idea-  Sport Analytics students are using various Reception-Coverage Contest Data.” Also, Quest; John Asel ’23, BaseballCloud; Ben statistical methods, including logistic regres- their research on “Mortality risk factors Ayers ’22, Oklahoma City Thunder; Sean sion, to understand which factors aid the Le among National Football League players: Kenney ’22, Parametric Technology Corpo- Moyne College men’s soccer team in scoring An analysis using player career data” was ration; Preston Klaus ’21, Pivot Analysis; more goals and allowing less goals. The published by F1000Research. and Mackenzie Mangos ’23, Rochester group will also assist the team by breaking Red Wings. The following students interned  Bosch and Kushal Shah ’22 gave presenta- games into different splits, including home with SponsorUnited: Evan Baum ’22, Sam tions about the Sport Analytics program versus away, and in conference versus out of Gellman ’23, Quinn Spangler ’23, and and its research to the Syracuse University conference, to further discover tendencies in Nathaniel Mahoney ’23. Board of Trustees in Fall 2019. performance.  As of May 2020, 40 students at Syracuse  During the 2019-20 academic year, Sport  Losak and Marteka virtually presented University are minoring in sport analytics. Analytics students assisted Syracuse their research on the impact of increased University Athletics with various projects. television exposure on college football  Falk College will welcome 47 sport analytics Sam Marteka ’21 organized the students attendance at the 2020 North American freshmen to campus in Fall 2020.

21 ANALYTICS Analytics Clubs abound for all interests

In Fall 2019, the Football Analytics Club attended a Buffalo Bills game, where members met with Syracuse University Sport Analytics alumnus Evan Weiss ’19 (far left), who was a football analytics intern with the Bills at that time. In the classroom, Falk College Sport Analytics students take a deep dive “We are very proud of the way our students compete at these into analyzing data in sport, while incorporating studies in arts and sci- events,” said club advisor Dr. Rodney Paul. “It’s a terrific way for them to ences with professional electives and liberal arts requirements. Outside showcase their research in front of industry professionals as well as gain of the classroom, students are encouraged to join organizations that experience outside of the classroom.” fit their interests, educational goals and career aspirations. All student The club hears from numerous guest speakers throughout the year organizations meet weekly during the academic year. Visit falk.syr.edu/ via in-person visits or virtual presentations, including TJ Barra, senior data sport-management/student-organizations for more information. quality analyst for Major League Baseball; Max Vogel-Freedman, analyst of player development and international scouting for the New York BASEBALL SABERMETRICS CLUB Mets; Justin Perline ’19, quantitative analyst for the Pittsburgh Pirates; Sabermetrics is the study of advanced baseball statistics. This club Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline; and Jesus Lantigua, coordinator of Dominican conducts in-depth discussions about everything related to baseball, with Republic scouting for the Los Angeles Dodgers. members taking part in a fantasy baseball league and guest speakers With the help of gifts from Falk College donors Jeff and Andrea Lo- brought in on a variety of topics throughout the year. masky and Andrew Berlin, Syracuse University sport analytics students In Spring 2020, for the sixth straight year, Club members partici- are able to compete at these prestigious events. pated in the Society of American Baseball Research (SABR) Analytics’ Officers for the 2020-2021 academic year are president Steven Di- Spring Diamond Dollars Case Competition. Due to COVID-19, the Maria, vice president Brendan McKeown, director of research Hughston students did not travel in March 2020 to Phoenix, Arizona, but instead Preston, director of outreach Brianne Quinlan and fiscal agent Seth presented virtually from SU’s campus. The competition is for under- Warner. Contact DiMaria at [email protected]. graduate and graduate students from universities across the country to compete against each other by researching and presenting on a baseball BASKETBALL ANALYTICS CLUB analytics topic. The Syracuse University Basketball Analytics Club concluded its fourth Four SU teams competed in 2020, with two teams winning their year in 2019-2020 with more than 40 members who strive to uncover respective divisions. Students on SU’s winning teams were: Steven fascinating statistical trends in basketball through research as well as DiMaria, Hughston Preston, Ben Ayers, Joey Deaton and Cameron maintaining a fun environment to discuss and debate all things basket- Mitchell; as well as Joe Pickering, Sean Kenney, Brendan McKeown, ball. As COVID-19 cut the Spring 2020 semester short, the club contin- Cooper Shawver and Drake Mills. ued to meet via Zoom and collaboratively work remotely on projects. Their assignment was to analyze the factors that contribute to a starting pitcher’s effectiveness when navigating a lineup for the third time in a game. Teams made their presentations by using programs such as R, Excel, and Tableau. They virtually presented their analysis and rec- ommendations to a panel of judges that included executives from Major League Baseball. In Fall 2019, 20 SABR club members competed in the SABR Diamond Dollars Case Competition at NYU. Students were given a topic and then given five days to collect data, create a model, and prepare a 30-minute presentation on the topic to be given in New York City in front of Major League Baseball executives. In 2019, teams were asked to project performances for Major League Baseball players Aaron Judge and Pete Alonso, or Luis Severino and Noah Syndergaard, over the next Joe Pickering, Sean Kenney, Brendan McKeown, Cooper Shawver and Drake Mills five seasons. Students also had to predict the likelihood that one player (from left) were honored for their presentation at the Society of American Baseball will outperform the other. Research Analytics’ Spring 2020 Diamond Dollars Case Competition.

22 The organization was assembled to The Club has formed a close partner- conduct analysis on the NBA, NCAA, ship with the XFL since the new spring and high school basketball and has football league was founded. Club expedited the process of recording members collected data from NFL, AAF large sums of data at an efficient pace. and CFL games that would later be used by Club members are working on research a small group of club members to research such as “Does College Experience Af- potential changes to the game of football. fect NBA Success?” and have created This group worked with Sport Manage- an NBA player database used for data ment alumnus Bryan Kilmeade ’18 to reach matching across public data websites. conclusions that the XFL used to help Find examples of the club’s research on formulate its rules. Twitter @CuseAnalytics. Club members have worked on numer- The club also attended “tailgate” ous research projects over the past few events sponsored by the Syracuse Uni- years, exploring topics such as “Do NFL versity Alumni Association before SU Players Perform Worse After Receiving a men’s basketball games where students In Fall 2019, Basketball Analytics Club members Dax Speakman ’21, Large Free Agent Contract;” “Do NFL Ref- discussed their research with alumni, as Jon Bosch ’21 and Dylan Blechner ’20 attended the New England erees Display Bias Towards Certain Calls well as stats for the players that season. Symposium on Statistics in Sports at Harvard, along with Sport Analytics or Teams;” and “How Player Arrests Affect professor Dr. Shane Sanders and assistant professor Dr. Jeremy Losak. In Fall 2019, club members Dax Team Winning Percentage in the NFL.” Speakman ’21, Jon Bosch ’21 and Industry executives joined club meet- Dylan Blechner ’20 attended the New England Symposium on Statistics ings virtually, including Neil Hornsby, founder and CEO of Pro Football in Sports at Harvard. Focus; Tucker Zeleny, director of sports analytics at the University of The club spoke (via Skype and Zoom) with NBA analytics execu- Nebraska; JT Busco, Syracuse University football assistant coach; and tives, including Calvin Floyd, Sacramento Kings operations analyst, Nick Ryan Smith, analyst and account manager at Pro Football Focus. Fleder, Indiana Pacers data analyst, and David Sparks, Boston Celtics Club officers for the 2020-21 academic year are president Zak director of analytics. Koeppel, vice president Cameron Mitchell, director of research Will Bosch served as club president for 2019-20. Officers for the 2020- Friedeman, director of operations Joe Pickering and treasurer Preston 2021 academic year are president Davis Showell, executive vice presi- Klaus. Contact Koeppel at [email protected]. dent James Hyman, vice president of marketing Jimmy Beck, director of social media Dominic Samangy, and senior project coordinators Bosch, HOCKEY ANALYTICS CLUB Preston Klaus, Brendan McKeown and Alejandro Pesantez. Contact The Hockey Analytics Club is a student-run organization that meets Showell at [email protected]. weekly to discuss trends and events in the world of hockey. The Club also conducts analytical research. FOOTBALL ANALYTICS CLUB The club has worked with the Syracuse University women’s ice The Football Analytics Club was established during the 2017-18 hockey team, the AHL’s Syracuse Crunch, and the Tennity Adult League. academic year and became an officially recognized Syracuse University Through these connections, several club members have secured hockey student organization in Fall 2019. statistician internships. The club started with four members, grew to 40 the next year, and The club uses analytics in research and discussions, but don’t be then to more than 100 members in 2019-20. The club meets weekly afraid if you don’t have an analytical background. The club is open to all discussing all things related to football, conducting research, competing SU students and recognizes that students from all academic back- in trivia contests, and welcoming guest speakers, among other activities. grounds can positively contribute to its growth. In Fall 2019, the club attended a Buffalo Bills game, where members Officers for the 2020-2021 academic year are president Dante met with Syracuse University Sport Analytics alumnus Evan Weiss ’19, Giugliano and vice president Evan Baum. Contact Giugliano at dgiuglia@ who was a football analytics intern with the Bills at that time. He gave syr.edu. students valuable career advice on how to break into the NFL analytics world. SOCCER ANALYTICS CLUB The Soccer Analytics Club, which was established during the 2018-19 academic year in the Department of Sport Management, meets weekly discussing all things related to soccer, including college and professionals teams, leagues and organizations. In 2019-20, the club mainly focused on its research element, creating a model to predict outcomes of soccer games in the top five Eu- ropean Leagues and measured the success of the model against betting market odds. The club also continued its project of creating Real Plus Minus statistics for English Premier League players. Meetings feature guest speakers and industry executives. Club members created visualizations about their research. Find examples on Twitter @CuseAnalytics. Steven DiMaria, Hughston Preston, Ben Ayers, Joey Deaton and Cameron Mitchell Officers for the 2020-2021 academic year are president Kushal (from left) were honored for their presentation at the Society of American Baseball Shah, vice president Drew DiSanto, treasurer James Hyman and social Research Analytics’ Spring 2020 Diamond Dollars Case Competition. media manager Dominic Samangy. Contact Shah at [email protected]. 23 ANALYTICS Students work with EDGE10 to explore, manage data Syracuse University students enrolled in SAL tive advantage with regard to enhancing athlete 213-Sport Data Analysis gained exposure to performance, no matter the sport,” said Michael the player health and performance sides of Veley, director and chair of the Department sport analytics to uncover valuable, yet-to-be- of Sport Management. “Creating a partner- discovered data insights. EDGE10, a leading ship with EDGE10, a cutting-edge analytical provider of athlete management software, pioneer in athlete welfare and performance, will working with SU sport analytics professor Dr. provide endless opportunities for our faculty Rodney Paul and sport analytics academic ad- and students to become further engaged with visor Francesco Riverso, launched an on-going in Paul’s SAL 213 class worked in groups to improving athlete performance and recovery.” collaboration with Falk College. access anonymized athlete performance and Jason Riddell, EDGE10 senior sports “EDGE10 is a dream partner for our sport medical data samples provided by EDGE10. scientist, said, “We are extremely excited analytics degree,” Paul said. “The opportunity The company shared scenarios that detail the to be partnering with the first program of its to work with real-life performance data on a type of user in the athletic organization and kind here in the United States at Syracuse scale that EDGE10 provides offers enormous what their goals are for the respective data University’s Falk College. The opportunity to advantages to our students. The feedback and sets. With a client roster that spans sport work with sport analytics students at such an interaction students will have with the experts organizations in the English Premier League early, formative stage has benefitted EDGE10 will help them in attaining their career goals.” (EPL), National Basketball Association (NBA) immensely by allowing us to help shape and In the process of engaging students with and the National Football League (NFL) develop the skill sets that we find so valuable advanced statistical analysis skills to bring among other entities in sports and additional in today’s world of elite sport.” innovative solutions to existing real-world sce- market segments, EDGE10 is a leader in help- The students in SAL 213 ended the fall narios, the partnership with EDGE10 prepares ing professional sports teams manage player 2019 semester by presenting their research students for internships and employment in performance data. to EDGE10 executives, with some selected this area of sport analytics. “Teams and sports organizations are con- to continue an independent study in spring During the fall 2019 semester, students tinually seeking to create or unveil a competi- 2020.

High schoolers test drive analytics at summer academy Fifty-nine high school students spent three weeks in Summer 2020 R, Tableau, SQL and more. enrolled in Syracuse University’s Berlin Sport Analytics Academy. The Guest speakers were brought in via video conferencing to share program, which was delivered virtually in two separate sessions from their insights, discuss industry trends, research topics and provide June 29 to July 17 and from July 20 to August 7, provided students the information on career paths in sport analytics. Students were taught opportunity to explore data’s role in understanding and prioritizing by SU Sport Analytics professors Dr. Shane Sanders, Dr. Justin Ehrlich information to maintain a competitive advantage in the sport industry. and Dr. Jeremy Losak. In addition, students participated in small group The group consisted of students from the United States and projects led by Sport Management graduate Joshua Nightingale, who Canada. They were shown how analytics are used in a variety of sports, has spent numerous years working in the analytics industry, as well as and learned skills in various applications that are used in Sport Analyt- current Sport Analytics majors Jon Bosch, Bailie Brown, Joey Deaton, ics courses at Syracuse University and in the sport industry, including Sam Marteka and Dylan McGee.

Senior thesis culminates academic careers As part of their degree requirements, Syracuse and analysis. Daniel Goetz: Predicting Success of Late University Sport Analytics students complete “The senior thesis gives the students the Round MLB Talent a senior thesis to apply their skills, undertake a opportunity to show off all they have learned Gareth Jobling: The Feasibility of Adding an research project, and have a completed project in the program,” said Dr. Rodney Paul, sport NFL Team in London to display to potential employers. analytics program director. “Their research Kyle Liotta: Predicting the Success of Major The thesis encompasses a two-semester will serve as a calling card of their skills and League Soccer Expansion research project into the sport (or sports) of capabilities to the industry.” Stephen McClain: The Impact of Injuries on the student’s choice. Topics focus on athletes, Syracuse University Class of 2020 Sport a Pitcher Returning to Play teams, businesses or a combination as it relates Analytics thesis research topics: Nick Riccardi: Optimizing NBA Roster to the sport industry. The thesis centers on an Ethan Alpern: Evaluating the Impact of Salary Construction original idea of which the students conduct Change on Player Performance in Major Joseph Sabel: Predicting City Likelihood for background research, gather data, create League Baseball Expansion and Relocation in US Sports models, run statistical relationships, visualize Dylan Blechner: Sentiment Analysis Nicholas Schloop: Quantifying the Value of the relationships, and explain the results across and Video Assistance Referees (VAR) in a NASCAR Crew Chief a variety of formats. Professional Soccer Students work one-on-one with a professor Fletcher Wilson: Finding the Factors Driving in the program to perform analytical research Television Ratings and Attendance in Sport

24 GUEST SPEAKERS

In Fall 2019, College benefactor David B. Falk ’72 (far right) guest-lec- tured in several Sport Management classes, including Research Methods taught by Dr. Mary Graham (far left). Falk brought to campus that day his business partner Danielle Cantor (second from left), who is the only woman, among approximately 30 certified by the National Basketball Players Association, to solely represent an active player. Guest lectures from sport industry professionals are a regular occurrence in sport man- agement and sport analytics classes at Syracuse University.

Here is just a sampling of guest lecturers in 2019-2020: Alexandria Anneheim, manager of Scott Kevy, senior account executive, Andrew P. Weinbach, professor of David Higdon, global head of Inside Sales, Charlotte Hornets Momentum Worldwide economics, Coastal Carolina University communications, Riot Games Dan Anyaegbunam, football Mike Lucero, global director, TwitchTV Joey Weinberg, junior data analyst of Sam Hochberg, technology sales operations, NFL John Madden, manager of inside sales, universal music group, Havas Media executive, Oracle Stephen Basden, ISlide New York Yankees Kirby Weinhauer, ticket sales, Syracuse Nancy Hogshead-Makar, Olympic Nate Bell, manager of new business Andrea Marino, senior manager University champion, civil rights lawyer, CEO of development, Columbus Blue Jackets of corporate activation/marketing, Jill Weston, volunteer coordinator, Champion Women Katie Berger, director of business Syracuse Crunch Syracuse Rescue Mission Neil Hornsby, founder and chief operations and merchandise, Syracuse Tyler Nordquist, licensing manager, Heather Widell, owner/president, Law executive officer, Pro Football Focus Mets ISlide Offices of HeatherA. Widell Sandor Kopitz, sales academy manager, Tiffany Brec, campus project Mario Oliveri, manager of inside sales, Sydney Wysoczanski, lacrosse Boston Red Sox coordinator, Vera House New York Yankees operations coordinator, Major League Michael LaPlaca, digital specialist, Tracey Burkey, manager of global Ryan Olli, licensing and business Lacrosse Cincinnati Bengals accounts, Helms Briscoe development, NFL Players Accociation Raquel Marcelo, senior VIRTUAL SPEAKERS: Megan Cahill, senior communications Alex Pache, senior manager of business communications strategist, Riot Games Greg Ackerman, digital marketing director, Syracuse Crunch development, Amazon Eileen May-West, program director, analyst, Arizona Diamondbacks Nick Carparelli, executive director, Deanna Pownall, senior director of Wasatch Adaptive Sports Alec Arsht, manager of partnership Football Bowl Association partnership marketing, USTA Nate Medrano, manager of development, San Diego Padres Todd Cross, vice president of ticket Mark Pozin, director of membership, Miami Dolphins Kelly Balance, entertainment sales, Syracuse Crunch communications, NBA Casey Miller, director of business coordinator, Carolina Panthers Glenna Croy, director of volunteer Corey Raymond, marketing and fan development, Tagboard TJ Barra, senior data quality analyst, services, Rescue Mission Alliance engagement coordinator, Syracuse Sandy Montag, president and chief Major League Baseball Lauren Davis, event production University executive officer, The Montag Group Cody Barbuto, analyst, Kraft Analytics manager and changeover supervisor, Mary Reed, director of emergency Robert Murray, associate manager, Group Syracuse services, Rescue Mission Global Procurement, PepsiCo. Kevin Belbey, agent, The Montag Group Michael Duda, managing partner, Kevin Rochlitz, senior vice president Christina Myers, marketing manager, Bullish Inc. of corporate sales and business Nate Bell, manager of new business Lehigh University development, Columbus Blue Jackets Rachel Duffy, director of trademark development, Baltimore Ravens Sharon Otterman, chief marketing licensing, Syracuse University Joe Rosen, legal counsel and certified Danielle Berman, founder and CEO, officer, William Hill Tackle What’s Next Sue Edson, executive senior associate player representative, ICON Sports Justin Perline, quantitative analyst, athletic director, Syracuse University Kate Ruben, chief of staff/director of Gary Bettman, commissioner, NHL Pittsburgh Pirates David B. Falk, chief executive officer/ brand Development, The Montag Group Rachel Bubier, operations manager, A.J. Poole, director of partnership sales founder, F.A.M.E. Dom Sabatino, senior manager of sales Houston Astros Foundation and activation, Pittsburgh Steelers Patti Fallick, managing director of and business development, PepsiCo Caitlin Burke, coordinator of hospitality Jon Shepherd, Australia’s Leaders of broadcast operations, USTA Jason Smorol, general manager, and events, MKTG Evolution Matt Filippi, research and client services Syracuse Mets Jim Callis, draft expert, MLB Pipeline Rachel Shor, manager of sales, New specialist in analytics, Ballengee Group Sam Spector, manager of premium Candace Campbell Jackson, senior vice York Islanders Drew Fischer, manager of regional sales, partnerships, Blitzer Sports & president and chief of staff, Syracuse David Sparks, director of basketball Tailgate Guys Entertainment University analytics, Boston Celtics Nick Fleder, basketball data analyst, Lynn Steenberg, president, Sports Caitlyn Cohn, corporate citizenship Rob Stabenau, SRi manager, MKTG Indiana Pacers Physical Therapy of New York coordinator, ESPN Olivia Stasiuk, consumer insights Calvin Floyd, basketball operations Eric Stensland, integrated marketing Scott Cole, play-by-play announcer, strategist, Dallas Cowboys analyst, Sacramento Kings manager, Dunkin brand NBA 2K League Lynn Steenberg, president and chief Shawn Garrity, chief executive officer, Pat Sullivan, president, Game Creek Drew Fischer, manager of regional sales, executive officer, Sports Physical Circle TPR Video, LLC. Tailgate Guys Therapy of Central New York Nina Gernatt, key account manager, Frank Supovitz, NFL author, former Adonal Foyle, former NBA professional Travis Tygart, chief executive officer, PepsiCo Super Bowl producer Bria Grant, senior manager, business United States Anti-Doping Agency David J. Halberstam, principal, Nick Szpur, director of inside sales, New intelligence, BSE Global (Brooklyn Nets) Max Vogel-Freedman, Integration Halby Group York Mets Mitchell Gross, brand partnerships, Analyst, player development and Joe Hart, president, South Bend Cubs Micah Tannenbaum, associate digital Front Office Sports international scouting, New York Mets manager, NBA Adam Harter, senior vice president, Charma Harris, talent acquisition Pete Ward, chief operating officer, PepsiCo. Mark Trumbo, assistant athletics associate, CNA Corporation Indianapolis Colts director, Syracuse University Sam Hochberg, Technology Sales Jenna Harmer, championship Tyler Wasserman, salary cap analyst, Executive, Oracle Adam Vogel, senior director training and coordinator, United States Golf National Basketball Association development, Sports Business Solutions Association Danielle Jeweler, executive vice Tyler Young, senior director of business president, F.A.M.E; NBA agent Sam Walker, Wall Street Journal Chris Henderson, coordinator of operations, Braze management and leadership reporter/ marketing partnerships, NBA 2K League Kim Keenan-Kirkpatrick, deputy author athletics director, Syracuse University 25 FA CUL TY AND ST AFF

SPM news and notes Dr. Jeeyoon Kim The 2019-20 academic year was productive for SPM faculty and staff on Assistant professor campus, domestically, and internationally. From presenting research at con- Dr. Kim was on research leave for the Fall 2019 ferences worldwide to mentoring students on campus and in the community, semester in South Korea, where she was invited to SPM faculty and staff continue to bring new and important perspectives speak at several universities and conferences. Kim impacting today’s most critical issues in sport. Listed below is a small sampling received a Falk College Seed Grant and Sport Market- of select accomplishments. We invite you to visit the Falk College and ing Association’s Research Grant Award for her project Department of Sport Management websites regularly (falk.syr.edu/sport- on “Olympic Sponsorship in Small States; Strategies management) to stay current with SPM news. and Partnerships for Caribbean National Olympic Committees.” Kim also worked with the Korean Sport Rick Burton and Olympic Committee on a project for the 2024 David B. Falk endowed professor Gangwon WinterYouth Olympics. Burton published research on Mark Twain’s unique connection to baseball in Nine as well as co-authoring Dr. Jeremy Losak the coffee table book, “Forever Orange: The Story of Assistant professor Syracuse University” in honor of SU’s 150th anniver- Dr. Losak finished his first year at Syracuse University sary. He serves as SU’s Faculty Athletic Representative teaching sport analytics classes as well as co-advising to the NCAA and ACC and is concurrently working the Sport Management Club and Baseball Statistics on a number of new books and movie projects. He is a and Sabermetrics Club. He presented his research at regular contributor of co-authored columns to Sports the 2019 European Sports Economics Association In- Business Journal. ternational Conference in Spain, the Eastern Economic Association Meetings in Boston, and SABR Analytics Dennis Deninger Conference remotely. Losak is a 2016 Syracuse Uni- Professor of practice versity Sport Management graduate, who completed The former ESPN production executive and three-time his PhD in economics at Clemson. Emmy Award winner teaches Sport Communications, Super Bowl and Society, and Sports, Media and Society David Meluni courses. Deninger, who was the founding director of Assistant teaching professor the Sports Communications graduate program at SU’s Meluni spent four years as an adjunct professor in Newhouse School, is completing the manuscript for his Sport Management before joining the faculty full time second book, “The Game that Changed America,” about in 2018. He has 20 years of experience in the sport the impact the Super Bowl has had on American life. industry, including at Florida State Athletics, IMG Col- lege (Syracuse Athletics), SIDEARM Sports, New York Dr. Justin Ehrlich Collegiate Baseball League and Skoresheet. Meluni Assistant professor teaches sales, marketing, sponsorship and promotion Dr. Ehrlich finished his first year at Syracuse University courses at SU, and also serves as the faculty advisor for teaching sport analytics classes as well as mentor- the Sports Sales Club. ing students on research projects. He presented his research at the Midwest Analytics Conference as well Dr. Rodney Paul as saw his research published in journals such as JAMA Professor, Analytics program director Network Open, PLOS ONE, and F1000Research. Dr. Paul presented his research at the 2019 European Ehrlich, whose current research focuses on football Sports Economics Association International Confer- concussions, has been granted access to player cause ence in Spain and the 2020 Academy of Economics of death statistics from the National Death Index (part and Finance Conference in Atlanta. Dr. Paul, a world- of the CDC). renowned sports economist who has been quoted by media outlets around the world, serves as advisor of Dr. Mary Graham the Baseball Statistics and Sabermetrics Club, teaches Professor Sport Analytics courses at SU and oversees senior Dr. Graham was a 2019 CUSE Grant Recipient and a thesis projects. Falk College Sport and Human Development Institute Seed Grant Recipient for her co-authored research Dr. Gina Pauline on “Managerial Diversity and Misconduct by Male Pro- Associate professor, undergraduate program director fessional Athletes.” Dr. Graham also presented at the Dr. Pauline, who has taught at SU since 2006, is Labor and Employment Relations Association 2020 conducting research on risk management, liability, and Meeting. She is in her final year of a Provost’s Faculty best practices of sporting events as it relates to the Fellowship, where she works with SU’s Faculty Senate COVID-19 pandemic. She works on SPM curriculum, to implement campus-wide shared competencies for assessment planning, and is involved with SU Project undergraduate students. Advance in the offering of sport management classes to high school students. In Spring 2020, Pauline was honored by SU’s Center for Disability Resources for supporting students with disabilities.

26 Dr. Jeff Pauline Dr. John Wolohan Associate professor, graduate program director Professor Dr. Pauline leads the Sport Venue and Event Manage- Dr. Wolohan served as a panelist and invited guest at ment master’s program. His research was accepted for the 2019 International Forum on Sport at Quanzhou presentation at the 2019 Association of Applied Sport Normal University in China, as well as at the 2019 Psychologists (AASP) national conference. He serves Play the Game Conference in Colorado Springs. on the AASP Continuing Education Committee and Wolohan, who also teaches in SU’s College of Law, had is also a member of AASP and the SU Appeals Board. his research about California’s Fair Pay for Play Act Dr. Pauline took students in SPM 101 to the Syracuse published in the journal LawinSport in Fall 2019. Rescue Mission to serve meals and log volunteer hours. Patrick Ryan Sport Management staff updates Associate teaching professor Margie Chetney finished her seventh year in Sport Management as an administrative assistant. She works Ryan, who spent more than 30 years working in the closely with students and faculty, manages depart- technology industry before coming to SU in 2006, ment calendars and events, serves as editor of the SPM works closely with Falk College information technol- newsletter and website, and handles social media and ogy staff to best outfit Falk College with the necessary news for the department. equipment for the Milton Conrad Technology Center. He is also the advisor of the Sport Management Learn- ing Community. Nicole Cost (SPM class of 2008) finished her fourth year as an internship placement coordinator in Sport Dr. Shane Sanders Management. She works with seniors on Capstone Professor guidance, undergraduates on internships and advising, as well as being a liaison for alumni. She chairs the Dr. Sanders, who has taught at Syracuse University Emerging Leaders Council for young alumni and is the since 2016, was promoted to full professor in 2020. co-advisor of the Women in Sports and Events Club. He attended the New England Symposium on Statistics Cost teaches HSH 101, SPM 201 and SPM 455. in Sports and the MIT Sloan Sport Analytics Confer- ence. Sanders was a 2019-2020 Falk College Sport Lisa Liparulo finished her second year as an internship and Human Development Institute Seed Grant Recipi- placement coordinator in Sport Management. She ent for his research involving death rates and causes guides SPM seniors through the Capstone process, as among former NFL players. well as works with undergraduate and graduate stu- dents on advising and internships. She is the co-advisor Michael Veley of the Women in Sports and Events Club and teaches Director and chair, Rhonda S. Falk endowed professor SPM 201 and SPM 455. Veley, who has worked at Syracuse University since 1995, is the founding director of the Sport Manage- Kevin McNeill joined the department as an internship ment program at SU. He serves as vice president of the placement coordinator in February 2019 after spend- Syracuse Sports Corporation, is the public address an- ing 12 years at Le Moyne College as associate athletics nouncer for SU football and basketball games, and the director for marketing. He works with SPM seniors advisor of the Sport Management Club. Veley spent on Capstone guidance, as well as undergraduates on nearly two decades working as a Division I athletic internships and advising. He also teaches SPM 201 and administrator. SPM 455.

Dr. Patrick Walsh Francesco Riverso finished his fifth year in the depart- Associate professor ment, and second full year as the academic advisor for Dr. Walsh’s research was accepted for presentation at Sport Analytics. He advises Sport Analytics majors, the 2019 Sport Marketing Association Conference connecting them to industry internships and working in Chicago and the 2020 North American Society for to develop partnerships to benefit the program. He as- Sport Management National Conference in San Diego. sists in the coordination of SU’s Berlin Sport Analytics He currently serves on the editorial boards of the Inter- Symposium and the Berlin Sport Analytics Academy, as national Journal of Sport Management and the Journal well as teaches HSH 101 and SPM 201. of Global Sport Management, and is a co-author of a Sport Marketing textbook scheduled to be published Kathryn Tunkel, who celebrated her 27th year at Syra- in the spring of 2021. cuse University in 2020, is the administrative assistant to SPM director Michael Veley. She works closely with students and faculty, handles all SPM course schedul- ing, classroom assignments, Intra-University Transfer and SPM minor applications, and student enrollment.

27 ADVISOR Y COUNCIL

Brandon Steiner served Howard Deneroff, an SU Mark Geddis is president and as founder and chairman of graduate, is the executive CEO of Geddis Holdings and Steiner Sports Marketing vice president and executive managing partner of Super Fan and Memorabilia for more producer of Westwood Sports Fundraising. Prior to than 30 years. Steiner One’s sports programming, that, he was the founder and launched two new companies, where he is responsible for CEO of Collegiate Images and The Steiner Agency and the coordination of all on-air was also director of marketing CollectibleXchange, in 2019. and production elements for communications for the Florida Chair He’s the author of three live national radio play-by- Marlins. books, and received Syracuse play broadcasts of the NFL; University’s highest alumni College Football and NCAA honor, The Arents Award, in Championship properties; the Charma Harris, a 2013 October 2015. Olympics; the Masters; the graduate of SU’s Sport PGA Championship; and the Management program, is a Triple Crown of Horse Racing. Talent Acquisition Coordinator David Falk is the founder at CNA, a non-profit research and CEO of Falk Associates and analysis organization Management Enterprises Kelly Downing is a marketing based in Arlington, Virginia. (FAME). Considered to be the veteran with more than 20 She worked for five years at most influential player agent years experience working with the PGA Tour as a Tournament the NBA has ever seen, Falk was sports teams, international Services Coordinator and listed among the “100 Most sporting events, athletes, Manager at the WGC-Cadillac Powerful People in Sport” for agencies, and consumer Championship in Miami, Chair Emeritus 12 straight years. A gift from brands. She previously served Florida. Rhonda S. Falk ’74 and David as the chief operating officer B. Falk ’72 in 2011 established of State6. The SU graduate the Falk College of Sport and began her career with the New Pam Hollander is vice Human Dynamics. England Patriots and New president of consumer England Revolution. marketing at Allstate, where she leads the corporation’s Ronald Bernard has over Sponsorship Marketing and 40 years experience in the Michael Duda is the co- Promotions group as well as entertainment, sports, and founder and managing partner Multicultural Marketing and media industries in both of Bullish Inc., a marketing and Local/Agent Marketing. She senior operating and financial consumer investment-driven joined Allstate in 2000 and capacities. He is president of company whose portfolio has been in the marketing, LWB Consulting, a media/ has included Under Armour, communications and public sports consulting advisory to Nike, Pelton, Casper, Harry’s, relations industry for more than private equity firms looking to and Warby Parker. Duda has 25 years. make investments in the sports/ spent 25 years in the world of entertainment industry. Madison Avenue, overseeing multiple Super Bowl campaigns, Cliff Kaplan is chairman of sport company launches and Equity Sports Partners (ESP), a Russ Brandon is a sports partnerships. boutique sports marketing and executive, best known for his media company based in New tenure in the front office and York City. Previous to founding as president of the Buffalo Bills Patti Fallick is the managing ESP, Kaplan, an SU graduate, and the Buffalo Sabres. director of broadcast served as president and CEO operations at the United of Van Wagner Sports and States Tennis Association Entertainment. He has been an (USTA), where she oversees industry leader for more than the broadcast department 25 years. Nicholas Carparelli Jr. is for both the US Open and USTA properties. Prior to the the executive director of the David Kleinhandler, an SU Football Bowl Association. USTA, she was a member of the original team for MLB graduate, is president and He previously worked as founder of New Venture a senior director at Under Network’s record-setting launch in 2009. The SU Financial Wellness and has been Armour, as the senior associate an entrepreneur for more than commissioner at the Big East graduate has won seven Emmy Awards. 30 years. His other projects Conference as well as with the include Dynasty Financial New England Patriots and at Partners and Foundations, the University of Notre Dame. Shawn Garrity is the founder including a partnership with He received his Master’s degree and chief executive officer for Carmelo Anthony’s “Courts for from SU. Circle TPR, a guest experience Kids.” production agency founded in 2013 in Las Vegas. Garrity has worked with many global brands including MGM, Warner Brothers, the NBA, MLB, ESPN, Orange Bowl Committee, Adobe and NBC. Garrity was a scholarship athlete at SU, playing football from 1982-86.

28 Rob Konrad, an SU Laurie Orlando is senior Mike Tirico, a broadcaster graduate, is the chairman of vice president for talent for NBC Sports, has handled Alterna Financial, a Florida- strategy at CBS News. The SU a variety of assignments based private investment graduate oversees recruiting, for ESPN, ESPN Radio and management firm. Konrad development, and planning for ABC Sports since 1991, began his career in the financial on-air talent. Prior to joining establishing himself as one of services industry during his CBS News, Orlando served as the most recognizable faces in career in the NFL and served as senior vice president for talent the industry. In 1987, he was a long-time team representative development and planning at the first recipient of the Bob for the National Football ESPN. Costas Scholarship, given to a League Players Association. broadcast journalism student at Syracuse University. Michael J. Patent is the Christopher Lencheski is co-founder and managing the chief executive officer director of Culture Group, Tiffer Valente, a 2012 at Winning Streak Sports. a pan-Asian entertainment graduate of SU’s Sport Prior to this role, he worked marketing agency founded in Management program, is chief with MP & Silva, Phoenicia 2016. The entertainment and operating officer at Beat The Sport and Entertainment, brand marketing executive Bomb in Brooklyn. Previously, and served as chairman of has a 15-year history of he spent five years working for the board of managers and developing brand partnerships IMG College, with roles in sales chief executive officer for IRG and strategies in the U.S. and strategy and operations, as Sports + Entertainment. He has Asia. Patent previously served well as partnership marketing. worked in the global sports and as senior vice president with Prior to IMG, he acted as a entertainment landscape for AEG Global Partnerships in consultant for Tough Mudder in more than 25 years. Shanghai. event safety and operations.

David Levy, an SU graduate, Kevin Rochlitz is the senior John Wildhack has served spent the last 30 years working vice president of corporate as Syracuse University’s in television. He served as sales and business development Director of Athletics since president of Turner, the TV unit for the NFL’s Baltimore August 2016. Previously he that houses CNN, TNT, TBS Ravens. He previously worked worked as executive vice and Cartoon Network, among for Mandalay Sports and president of programming and other assets and is now owned Entertainment, and as an production for ESPN. The SU by AT&T, before leaving in assistant athletic director at the graduate oversaw all of ESPN’s 2019. He led the company’s University of Miami. production efforts, as well as advertising sales, affiliate sales, programming acquisitions, and sports units. rights holder relationship Jeffrey Rubin is the founder management, and scheduling. and CEO of Sidearm Sports Deidra Maddock, an SU (a Learfield IMG College graduate, is vice president of company), which provides Roland Williams, an SU sports marketing at ESPN. digital engagement platforms graduate, is president and She oversees fan and brand to the largest brands in college chief executive officer of All marketing efforts across a athletics. Rubin also serves Pro Catalyst, a consulting variety of professional league as an associate professor firm providing program and content, ESPN-owned events of practice at Syracuse staff development services to and fantasy sports efforts. She University’s iSchool. school districts, municipalities has contributed to numerous and non-profits. Williams, a rights renewal and acquisition Super Bowl champion, is also efforts. Ben C. Sutton Jr. (emeriti) a motivational speaker, author is chairman of Teall Capital, a and social entrepreneur. private equity company. Sutton Sandy Montag is president and was previously chairman and CEO of The Montag Group, a CEO of IMG College, which he Michael Wohl (emeriti) talent management, consulting, founded as ISP Sports in 1992 is a partner in Coral Rock content development and and built into a nearly billion Development Group. media strategy company dollar enterprise. Sutton is a Previously, the SU graduate focused in the world of member of the Sports Business served as president of Pinnacle sports, entertainment and Journal Hall of Fame. Housing Group, which focuses lifestyle. Additionally, on the development of quality, Montag spent 30 years at affordable housing in South IMG, and also developed and Kathrine Switzer (emeriti) Florida. launched Ari Fleischer Sports is one of running’s most Communications. iconic figures: her gender- barrier breaking run in the 1967 Boston Marathon launched the women’s running revolution. The SU graduate is an Emmy-award winning TV commentator, author, speaker and founder of “261 Fearless,” a global non-profit to empower women through running.

29 ALUMNI To our Sport Management, Sport Analytics, and Sport Venue and Event Management alumni,

Our program is special, but you already know that — you paved the way. To post a job or view job postings, join the Falk College Alumni Page on When we talk to prospective students about career paths and college LinkedIn: linkedin.com/groups/5117648 experiences, we’re telling your stories. As I sit here writing this from my If the employment information on the following pages is inaccurate, “home office” in Summer 2020, I think about an email from a recent graduate saying she had six calls with alumni in one week. SIX! Please please email your updates to [email protected] to be sure Syracuse University has your current information on file. don’t stop sharing your stories. We appreciate your incredible support. It’s so important to stay connected with us. The best place to stay If you want to get involved but aren’t sure how, email me at nfimbrog@ up to date with news and events is our website: falk.syr.edu/sport- syr.edu or call 315-443-7418. We love to hear from you! management. Thank you again for being the strong, committed alumni base that we Be sure to also follow Sport Management on Twitter @SUSportMgmt, count on to help us succeed in educating future sport industry leaders. and “like” us on Facebook at SU Falk College Department of Sport —Nicole (Imbrogno) Cost, SPM ’08, internship placement coordinator Management.

SPORT ANALYTICS Sabel, Joseph Goodman, Brian Widell, Heather School of Information Studies at Deluxe Corporation Law Offices of Heather A. Widell CLASS OF 2019 Syracuse University Social Media Specialist Owner and President Barbuto, Cody Applied Data Science Master’s Guha, Saurab Wynn, Robert United Auto Supply Program Lazard Asset Management Northfield Consulting Group LLC Data Analyst Schloop, Nicholas Investment Banking Associate Business Manager Dalton, William School of Information Studies at Hager-Johnson, Alana CLASS OF 2009 TrackMan Syracuse University LRXD Data Operations Applied Data Science Master’s Account Director Arrighi, Emily Program ESPN Inc. Garrett IV, Charles Harrington, Kelly On-Air Specialist, Motion Graphics Long Island Net/NY Liberty Droga5 Analytics Coordinator SPORT MANAGEMENT Account Director Babienco, Isabella Viant Technology LLC Hentschel, Joshua CLASS OF 2008 Hight, Jonathan Key Account Advisor, Client Services S.M.A.R.T. Hearts & Science LLC Akeson, Jason Bain, Daniel Data Analyst Woodside Club Associate Director of Video Investment Charlotte Bobcats Perline, Justin Operations Manager Manager Pittsburgh Pirates Lawicki, Amy Bissett, Stephanie Belsky, Brian Quantitative Analyst The Wheeler School Arrow Electronics Inc. Senior Event Manager The Bozzuto Group CLASS OF 2020 Teacher/Coach Leasing Manager McFate, Ian Alpern, Ethan Blanchette, Jason Cavicchia, Robert School of Information Studies at Boston College ARAMARK Corporation Director of Growth Inaria International Syracuse University Applied Data Associate Director of Sports Account Manager Marketing and Fan Engagement Miller, Casey Science Master’s Program Dubensky, Lena Blechner, Dylan Blumstein, Austin Tagboard Director of Business Development The Right Step, Inc. School of Information Studies at New York Mets Development Director Ticket Operations Peetoom, Bradley Syracuse University Flynn, Thomas Applied Data Science Master’s Borst, Lauren Lhoist North America of Canada Inc. Sales and Logistics Manager American Express Program Wayfair Director, Global Experiential Goetz, Daniel Technology Experience Manager Petrino, Jeffery Marketing School of Information Studies at Burns, Alyson WarnerMedia Director, Ignite Sports Freiberg, Jina Syracuse University EXOS Public Welfare Foundation Applied Data Science Master’s Health Fitness Specialist Ross, Michael Grants Manager Program Campbell, Lindsey National Football League Area Scout Galvin, John Jobling, Gareth The DeBerry Group D.W. Clark Inc. School of Information Studies at Public Relations Manager Shur, Steven Business Development Associate Syracuse University Giordano Halleran & Ciesla P.C. Cost, Nicole Gay, Matthew Applied Data Science Master’s Syracuse University Attorney Program Detroit Tigers Inc. Sport Management Internship Silverman, Jacob Corporate Partnerships Sales Liotta, Kyle Placement Coordinator University of Pennsylvania Manager Dan Klores Communications Fernandez, Emmanuel Assistant Athletic Director Data Scientist/School of Information Higgins, John-Christopher ACE Programs for the Homeless Stanmyre, Jackie The LiRo Group Studies at Syracuse University Job Developer Community Psychiatric Institute Applied Data Science Master’s Associate Project Manager Fischer, Lauren Mental Health and Addictions Program Counselor Intrater, Evan Elementary App Lyft Riccardi, Nick Educational Consultant Suskind, Alexander School of Information Studies at Engineering Leadership Hiring Friedman, Julie Entertainment Weekly Syracuse University Applied Data Senior Editor Jody, Ryan Science Master’s Program NBA Google Inc. Senior Manager, Hospitality, Busines Van Pelt, Matthew Video Specialist/Upfronts Team Operations, and Global Partnerships Ellis Medicine Director of Planning and Business Development

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Jordan, Shawn Szklany, Greg Dei, Edwin Miksitz, Alyson Central Florida Sports Commission American Dairy Association North Concise Media Design Zurich North America Manager of Business Development East Event Technician Associate Underwriter and Events Public Relations Specialist DiTrani, Michael Morrissey, Calvin Juhas, Michael Thomas, Delante PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP New York Post Digital Remedy Cleveland Municipal Court Experienced Associate Programmatic Account Executive Exective Vice President, Client Law Clerk and Mediator Elken, Erik Onuaku, Arinze Services Van Hoff, Ashley ABC Inc. Professional Basketball Player Kermond, Patrick McDermott Will & Emery Evening Anchor Park, Andrew Burnham Boat Slings Attorney Ferris, Trevor Bell & Company Production Manager Vandenabeele, Evan Uline Financial Mananger Lampasi, Richard UBS AG Continuous Improvement Analyst Persoff, Joseph Mile High Sports Radio Authorized Officer Flohr, T. Willem Baker & Hostetler LLP Producer Yakubovich, Jason Assembly Associate Attorney Langlais, Gary MJJ Brilliant Jewelers Inc. Supervisor of Integrated Piken, Jonathan CSC ServiceWorks Director of Operations Communicaitons Prudential Financial Corporate Counsel CLASS OF 2010 Frias, Gregory Process Management Specialist Lehane, Daniel USTA Foundation Abramo, Alexander Posser, Erick Nissan Motor Company Ltd. Manager Programs and Services Guggenheim Partners LLC Area General Manager Denman Properties at Compass Buyer Specialst Gorsky, Jason Senior Associate Levenson, Samantha MongoDB Inc. Abramson, Andrew Prinsell, Jonathan FanDuel Lead Technical Recruiter Hamilton Tiger-Cats Senior Director, Talent Acquisition Riviera Partners Partner Grodd, Matthew Director, Business Intelligence and Lipschutz, Jeffrey Day Lumber Company Data Analytics Alken, Mark Partners Group Manager Reynolds, Matthew Regional Head, Senior Legal Counsel CBS Sports Archivist Guzinski, Steven Boston Celtics Maljovec, Jorden SJGSports LLC Special Assistant to the Head Coach Bassewitz, Michael Law Office of Jorden Rosen Maljovec Fitness Coach Saxena, Aneesh Attorney Paragon Marketing Group LLC Senior Account Coordinator Jacobi, Joseph Wayfair Meltzer, Martin Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Senior Manager Bleaken, Alyssa DLA Piper Payroll Processor Siegal-Eisman, Zachary Project Manager Cornell University Account Representative Kallet, Bradley Seven Artist Management Mountford, Thornton Spartan Race Junior Manager Brantman, Ashley SeatGeek Senior Managing Editor Sotiropulos, Christopher Manager, Revenue Operations Intersport Vice Presisdent/Group Account Langlais, Nicole Las Vegas Raiders Orsenigo, E. Director Big Noise Music Group Senior Director, Stadium Palisades Fuel Director, Brand Partnerships and Development and Operations Service Dispatcher Brewster, Thomas Marketing Boston Bruins and TD Garden Spicer-Lloyd, Ashley Payne, Brett Communications Manager Lemon, Cooper The West Side Tennis Club Snap-On Inc. Anomaly Head Tennis Professional Account Manager Chernes, Zachary Senior Social Media Strategist Publicis Worldwide Staton, Samuel Perry, Matthew Account Supervisor Levy, Joshua Northern California Golf Association SailPoint William Morris Endeavor Director of Events and Travel Choi, John Inside Sales Manager Entertainment LLC Stone, Kevin ESPN Inc. Non-Scripted TV/Broadcast Agent Robinson, Lori Statistics Associate Boston Bruins Baylor University Lewis, Joshua Ticket Sales Manager Cohn, Andrew Leraning Speclist Storelli Sports Taylor, Gordon Deloitte Marketing Director Rutchik, Marc Brand Manager Implus Vox Media Inc. Mahaffy, Brandon Product Line Manager Creasea, Stacie Senior Account Director DraftKings Watson, Matthew Self-Employed Senior Project Manager Selig, Tiffany Sport and Entertainment Consultant GloverYoung Hammack Walton and Selig Enterprises Company Inc. May-West, Eileen Simmons PLLC Leach, Chrissy Chief Operating Officer Wasatch Adaptive Sports Associate Attorney Boston Celtics Program Director Sternbach, Adam Senior Group Sales Manager Weinman, Spencer Strategies forWealth McIsaac, David QuickFrame Daniels, Rachel Agency Control Officer Good Sports Inc. Chief Revenue Officer Houston Astros Community Partnerships Manager Stolzenberg, Jeffrey Operations Manager Weintraub, Peter GreenBananaSEO Meyer, Joseph Esagoff Law Group Web and Search Engine Optimization Bon Secours Mercy Health Legal Assistant Project Manager Senior Financial Analyst

Angela Marsh Coan, 2018 Sam Spector, 2016 Maddie Placey, 2019 31 ALUMNI

Wilkinson, Sharifa Heinen, Devon Ruhland, Saralynn CLASS OF 2012 Seasoned Events Microsoft Buffalo Sabres Adamczyk, Elliot Senior Venue Operations Manager Content Writer/Editor Account Services Representative Acadia Realty Trust Wood, Samuel Hoang, Thuong Salvan, Morgan Regional Property Manager Puck Agency LLC Publicis Media 360i LLC Anthony, David Certified PHPA Agent and Executive Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Manager/Influencer Marketing University of Tennessee Chattanooga Assistant Manager Schenker, Michael Assistant Director Athletic Young, Tyler Hucal, Julian The Montag Group Compliance Braze, Inc. EY Vice President of Consulting Berman, Danielle Senior Director of Operational Senior Consultant Schoem, Jordan Tackle What’s Next Excellence Kanter, Maxx New York Ragers Founder and Chief Executive Officer CLASS OF 2011 G2 Worldwide President/Owner Coe, Jonathan Account Associate Aponte, Adriel Serra, Gabriel Southern California Golf Association Robert Half Kramer, Matthew Yibbly Labs Inc. Assistant Director of Communications Vice President, Software and CGI Communications Inc. Chief Visionary Costello, Sarah Applications Sales Associate Sharkey, Brian Tampa Bay Lightning Bailey, Antwon Kuflik, Elan Indeed, Inc. Lightning Foundation and Community St. John’s College High School NYC Department of Education Account Manager Events Manager Educator Special Education Teacher Shreve, Michael Czysz, Danielle Baldassarre, Adam LaMay, Erin MDS & Associates DraftKings SME Entertainment Group LLC Olympic Regional Development Sales Associates Manager, Events and Experiences Vice President of Business Authority Stahler, Jonathan McDonald, Margaret Development Grade 7 Laborer Stahler Sports & Entertainment Law, Dude Perfect Barca, Brendan Letterii, Marie PA Senior Operations Manager Brendan Barca Solutions SUNY Orange President Davidson, Bryan Business/Career Coach Associate Director of Admissions Stark, Hali Authentic Brands Group Bennett, Andrew Levitt, Max Major League Baseball Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs Arizona Coyotes Leveling the Playing Field Director, New Media and Content Dos Santos, Afonso New Business Development Founder/Executive Director Marketing PSAV Inc. Executive Lewin, Alexander Stein, Jamie Senior Sales Manager Bernstein, Matthew Reuters Wasserman Media Group Edwards, Jennifer GR Properties USA Inc. Senior Manger Agent Kroenke Sports & Entertainment Assistant Project Manager Magnante, Daniel Carroll, Sarah Account Manager Bourque, Basil Feigco Entertainment Small Shindigs Fanelli, Joseph Marqeta, Inc. Coordinator Company Owner The Lagasse Group AML Compliance Lead Meyer, Brian Thomas, Lavoisier Assistant Superintendent Burks, Arielle 160over90 ESPN Geant, James RYCARS Construction, LLC Senior Account Manager Account Services Representative New York Road Runners Marketing and PR Manager Meyerkopf, Samuel Thomas, Akeem Senior Manager, Business Cooper, Jordan NextStep Basketball Scouting The Walt Disney Company Development and Strategic Justworks Inc. Scout Technology and Telecom Account Partnerships Account Executive Pak, Wilson Executive Glosser, Douglas Cravitz, Zachary Elite Tournaments Thomas, Angelica Montlick and Associates Florida Panthers Assistant Director of Operations My/Mo Mochi Attorney Marketing Coordinator Paul, Matthew Director of Marketing Hall, Kevin DePoint, Devin Salmanson Capital LLC Werner, Zachary The 212 Group CaterTrax Vice President Electromed Inc. Account Manager Product Manager Porillo, Meghan Clinical Area Manager Handler, Eric Diamond, Andrew Signature Consultants Woltz, Brett Madison Square Garden Sirius XM National Account Manager Roar Digital Senior Manager, Pricing and Inventory Manager, Sports Partnerships and Reagan, Katie Partnerships Manager Hochberg, Samuel Marketing G&G Outfitters Inc. Yeremian, Zachary Oracle Fair, Shantel Director of Accounts Sapient Corporation Sales Executive Stevens Cooperative School Condon, Ashley Senior Associate Marketing Strategy Holden, Sarah Associate Teacher University of Massachusetts Lowell and Analysis Fleet Feet Inc. Granato, Richard Director of Athletic Communications Human Resources Manager New York Yankees Ticket Operations Representative

Drina Domic, 2019 Nick Montferret, 2017 Hugo Marsans, 2018 with fellow SU alum Michael Patent, 2005 32 ALUMNI

Irvin, Zuri Salmon, Jamal Geisenheimer, Steven Samost, Matthew Blue Duck Media Paramount Pictures Corporation MLB Advanced Media Vinik Sports Group Producer Senior Vice President, Research and Digital Media Analyst Vice President of New Ventures Josephs, Jordan Analytics Harris, Charma Silberman, Andrew SingerLewak LLP Shimrat, Alexander CNA Financial Corporation CyberArk Software Inc. Director PromoShop Inc. Talent Acquisition Associate Senior Products Marketing Manager Bongrazio, Caitlin Sales Manager Higger, Eric Solomon, Ian The Walt Disney Company Sohl, Rudolph Bernstein Private Wealth Barstool Sports Recreation Guest Experience Murray Guari Trial Attorneys Management Senior Associate, Partnership Manager Associate Attorney Private Client Senior Associate Marketing King, William Tischler, Michael Jacobino, Jonathan Spodek, Chad Cleveland Indians Comcast Corporation Golf Digest City Lumber Inc. Inside Sales Representative Facilities Project Manager CRM Marketing Manager Financial Account Manager Langevin, Alison Valente, Christopher Kearney, Jameson Stabenau, Robert Boston Celtics Beat The Bomb National Football League MKTG Senior Manager, Corporate Chief Operating Officer Ad Solutions SRi Senior Manager Partnerships CLASS OF 2013 Kwasnowski, Elizabeth Voelker, Alvaro Lazare, Zachary National Football League BODYARMOR Madison Square Garden Abrams, Jesse Manager, Sponsorship and Multicultural Marketing Manager Director of Account Management New Jersey Devils Partnership Relations Senior Manager, Marketing Wallace, Logan Lomasky, Marc Partnerships Lecce, Michael Head-Royce School Lowenstein Sandler LLP Radegen Sports Management Associate Teacher Alexander, George Attorney Director of Client Marketing and Wasserman, Tyler Jared the Galleria of Jewelry Business Development London, Stephen Jewelry Specialist National Basketball Association Motherpucker.ca Lennon, Michael Salary Cap Analyst Altavilla, Drew Writer Allstate Sprinkler Corp. Wilburn, Clayton Louisiana State University Sales Team lead Marks, Alyssa Event Management Coordinator Auth0 National Basketball Association Linowes, Rayna Account Development Representative Arrospide, Andrew Director, NBA 2K League Spartan Race Inc. Youle, Catherine Alfalfa Production Procurement Manager McLaughlin, Garrett Co-Founder Primary Wave Alliance USA Football / Bates College Lyons, Davis Marketing Operations Associate Assistant Football Coach Belanger, Erica Van Wagner Sports & Entertainment ASICS Digital CLASS OF 2014 Naylor, Andrew LLC Integrated Marketing New Stadium Sales Consultant Ackah, Richard Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. Communications Manager Assistant Store Manager McWhirter, Iain Walt Disney Television Berkowitz, Jacob Senior Multimedia Sales Planner Nightingale, Joshua MKTG Monumental Sports & Entertainment Account Director Andre, Matthew MRM Event Manager Senior Data Analyst Millan, Joshua Universal Tennis Boepple, Ryan College Program Manager Norowski, Benjamin Whistle University of Colorado School of Law Director of Content Partnerships Ashe, Matthew New York Red Bulls Law Student Youth Soccer Supervisor Nelson, Dylan Octagon Botwinick, Michael Account Manager Odell, Justin JPMorgan Chase & Company CNA Insurance Associate Ayres, Alexandra Mindshare Lawyer Liability Claims Account Manager Noel, Taylor United States Olympic Committee Representative Partner Marketing Coordinator Prisco, Anthony Bain & Company Brest, Eric Executive Assistant Bailey, Stephen BeerBoard Catalyst Sports Draft Beer Optimization Associate Olivero, Antonio Syracuse Media Group Player Representative Sports Reporter Proctor, Brian The Wall Street Journal Bruce, Rebecca Sports Reporter Baylor, Curtis Special Care Systems JPMorgan Chase & Company Sales Executive Pache, Alexander Bswift Sports and Entertainment Marketing Health Concierge Punda, Katherine Amazon Bunting, Ryan Senior Manager, Business Beck, Andrew Boston Celtics Pulse Creative Senior Account Executive Development Lehigh Valley IronPigs Vice President of Development Manager, Corporate Partnerships Reilly, Jennifer Pannucci, Elizabeth Ciferri, Marley Princeton University Bernstein, Zoe Hello! Destination Management The Chef Agency Account Executive Manager of Intercollegiate Noun Agency Chief Recruiting Officer Programming Director, Accounts and Strategy Resavy, Nicholas Cohen, Benjamin Plaut, Jonathan Blewis, Brian Northeast Elite Basketball Janney Montgomery Scott Head Coach DVSport, Inc. NBC Sports Washington Vice President, Dealer Sales Replay Manager Manager, Content Planning Reuben, Jeffrey Cohen, Matthew ISM Ray, John Boory, Alexander Riddle & Bloom Siete Family Foods Philadelphia Flyers Senior Manager, Sport Partnerships Account Supervisor and Activations Business Intelligence Manager Sales Associate Cohen, Daniel Ricco, Richard Rudy, Aaron Brooks, Beau KSHB Kansas City Dartmouth College Power Home Remodeling NBC Sports Group Reporter Technical Logistics Assistant Assistant Athletics Director for Marketing Consultant D’Ambra, Drake Marketing Rollins, Brandon Corasaniti, Peter SignalPath Ruiz, Carlos Syracuse University Aquarius Sports and Entertainment Client Engagement Manager Director, Client Services MLB Advanced Media Director of Men’s Basketball Davidson, Philip Senior Digital Producer Operations Ruff, Brett Queensboro FC Bruno, Nicole DiDonato, Andrew Buffalo Sabres Vice President of Sales Coordinator of Hockey Jaguar Land Rover SportsEngine Administration Faske, Derek Retail Marketing Senior Specialist Customer Service Team Lead Flex Marketing Group Sales and Marketing Manager

33 ALUMNI

Dragona, Anthony McAlmont, Sydney Sugiura, Daisuke Bynum, Keara National Basketball Association Policygenius Inc. Wasserman The Madison Square Garden Global Events Case Management Associate Senior Manager, Operations and Company Feldman, Paige McLean, Amanda Player Relations Operations Coordinator, Corporate Creative Artists Agency New York Yankees Tavernier, Alex Hospitality Executive Community Relations Coordinator Genius Sports Media Carr, Kelly Greenfield, B ett Morel, Javier Senior Business Development Sidley Austin LLP Hartford Athletic Quantcast Manager Associate Attorney Sponsorship Sales Manager Technical Account Specialist Tessler, Ryan D’Accordo, Michael Haggerty, Kylee Muratev, Chad Joe Hand Promotions Inc. Deutsche Bank Casper 72andSunny Senior Account Executive Structured Lending Associate Retail Events Programming Manager Senior Communications Strategist Wentzell, Jack Del Guercio, Brooke Hart, Nolan Murray, Robert ASM Global at Allegiant Stadium Major League Baseball Berstein Private Wealth Management PepsiCo Operations Manager Senior Coordinator, Client Services Financial Advisor Global Procurement Wilson, John DiDonato, James Hewitt, Cory Pagano, Matthew The Athletic Bridge CSM Sport & Entertainment National Grid USA Net Natives Founder and Chief Executive Officer Manager, Account Leadership Associate Account Manager CLASS OF 2015 Eidelman, Alec Hill, Devin Peterson, Eric United Parcel Service Inc. Agresto, Kevin Package Supervisor Barnicle Brothers Inc. Goldman Sachs Greenlight Financial Technology Producer Experienced Hire Recruiter CRM Marketing Manager Eklund, Haley MKTG Jacobson, Max Philipson, Jeremy Albright, Zachary Home Team Sports FanDuel Inc. Manager, Sponsorship Strategy and JPMorgan Chase & Company Activation Account Executive Software Engineer Associate, Data and Analytics Embry, Claire Jordan, Jasmine Rathbun, Stephen Allam, Mohamed-Yusef Jordan Brand/Charlotte Hornets The Rockport Company Lippe Taylor ADP Monroe Township Manager, Analytics Basketball Operations Senior Manager, Sales and Marketing District Manager Evans, Ryan Kelley, Robert Rosenblum, Brandon Amantia, Nico All Fill Inc. Indeed.com Eagle Rock Advisors LLC Scout Sports and Entertainment Senior Analyst Regional Sales Manager Account Executive Senior Account Executive Fernandez, Emmanuel Kim, Sunghwan Rubach, Gabrielle Baren, Shaan ESL - Turtle Entertainment Relevent ACE Programs for the Homeless LourdMurray Job Developer Junior Account Executive Account Coordinator Associate Wealth Manager Filippi, Matthew Kozar, Steven Sagarin, Andrew Barrie, Fergus CSM Sport & Entertainment Berkshire South Regional Community Ballengee Group Sports Direct Manager, Analytics Account Director Center Football Account Director Grants and Development Manager Frederick, Conor Lee, Mari Bass, Scott M Resort Spa Casino Schotz, Zachary Bitly J. Bass And Son Inc. Senior Enterprise Account Executive Sports Partnership Manager BODYARMOR Director/Sales Social Media Manager Gonzalez, Diana Lerner, Charles Baumer, Meghan TAO Group Smith, Jordan Success Academy Charter Schools SIDEARM Sports Lead Teacher TAO Cares Engagement Coordinator Gow Media Support Specialist Account Manager Gorman, Daniel Lewis, Marcel Beck, Michael IBM Corporation Southard, Tyler United Solutions, LLC Roadster Inc. Project Manager Commercial Account Executive Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. Manager Northeast Customer Service Greenway, Chelsea Lyons, Courtney Brown, Jocelyn New York Road Runners Representative ZogSports Privy Sales Manager Coordinator, NYRR Run for the Future Sperino, David Account Executive United Rentals Gregory, Brittany Maher, Bennigan Burke, Regina Olympia Sports Inside Sales Teach For America Varian Medical Systems Teacher Store Manager Steverson, Jennifer Executive Assistant, Government Mankowski, Meg NBC Universal Media LLC Affairs Harmer, Jenna Scout Sports and Entertainment Manager, Agency Partnerships United States Golf Association Butler, Brianna Championship Coordinator Senior Manager, Experiential Stransky, Jan Penn Medicine Department of Matschiner, Thomas Accenture Radiology Hill, Kevin Major League Soccer Senior Client Sales and Support Administrative Coordinator The Aspire Group, University of Manager, Brand Alliances Analyst Maryland Manager, Service and Retention

CB Garrett, 2019, Jeff Maizes, 2017, Ryan Cabiles, Alex Kline, Candace Sena SVEM, 2017 2016, Ben Horwitz, 2017, Ricky Pasternak, 2018

Anna Vergara, Janelle Williams and 34 Anna Zorn SVEM, 2018 ALUMNI

Kaseman, Mackenzie Thweatt, Kyle Emerich, Jason Luther, Adam ‘47 Vermont Department of Labor Wheeling University Van Wagner Sports & Entertainment Associate Account Manager Communications and Outreach Recruiting Coordinator/Offensive Account Executive Kevy, Scott Coordinator Line Coach Lynn, Cameron Momentum Worldwide Walker, Bryson Eo, Brian Army Historical Foundation Senior Account Executive Tampa Bay Buccaneers EY Marketing Manager and Program Kopitz, Sandor Account Executive Assurance Staff Outreach Specialist Sandor Kopitz Wickham, Kathryn Feinman, Daniel Maizlish, Evan Manager, Sales Academy Syracuse University Chorus.ai Box Korolev, Kristina Recreation Services Supervisor Senior Business Development Senior Commercial Account ELM Developments Wildhack, Sean Consultant Executive Project Coordinator PGA Tour Fine, Jenny Major, Brendan LaCombe, Alexis Tournament Business and Sponsor Turner Sports Eaton Crouse-Hinds National Women’s Hockey League Relations Coordinator Marketing Coordinator Customer Service Representative Professional Hockey Player Wilkinson, Brian Freedman, Benjamin Marra, Christopher Laifer, Harrison Neodent USA Beyond Sport Prometheus Group National Basketball Association Territory Manager Development Manager Team Lead, Business Development Associate Manager, Merchandising Winter, Max Friedell, Samuel McCrea, C’Ara Partnerships New York City Police Department Heroic Sports EY Levy, Brett Agency Attorney President/Founder Campus Ambassador SportsGrid Wood, Alyssa Garofalo, Jeffrey Mendelson, Jordan Video Coordinator MKTG Marmion Academy Berry Industrial Group Inc. Liemer, Colby Senior Manager of Sponsorship Basketball Coach Executive Assistant to the President Scout Sports and Entertainment Strategies and Activation Gomolka, Jacob Mongiello, Drew Senior Account Executive Zombek, Ethan Austin Spurs Northwell Health Lloyd, Tatum Lone Peak Realty Game Operations Coordinator Clinical Practice Plan Representative MOCDC Assistant Property Manager Greenwald, Ryan Moriarty, Jeremiah Data Analyst Concultant CLASS OF 2016 Sam Berman Charitable Foundation The Steiner Agency Ludwig, Max Inc. Account Manager Bengis, Julie Director Rosenberg and Steinmetz Smile Train Oh, Chang Hwan Law Clerk Associate Manager, Team EMPOWER Gutman, Michael Korea Men’s National Basketball Team Mastin, Jonathan Yext Interpreter Biggins, Elijah Account Executive Disney Cruise Line Genius Petkevich, Kathryn Sales and Service Agent Integrated Marketing Strategist Hamill, Robert San Francisco Giants Mindock, Stephanie IMG College Event Manager Billitier, Hailey Partner Services Coordinator Loyola University Maryland / MASN fuboTV Polsky, Jake Executive Producer Manager, Content Strategy and Hascoe, Harrison Sullivan Papain Block McGrath Mischel, Zachary Acquisitions New York Empire Tennis Coffinas & Cannavo Apollo Jets Facility Operations/Events Legal Intern Bocianski, Jakob Coordinator In-House Counsel Ogilvy Regan, Sky Nassar, Albert Account Executive Hirschberg, Dean Los Angeles Clippers Multipet International Group Sales Associate Merrill Lynch Brenner, Jayson Financial Advisor Marketing, Sales, and Product Rodriguez-Ema, Rafael Kindred Group Development Peters, Derek Associate Product Manager PREPA Howard-Orr, Alexis Executive Office Systems National Basketball Association Brody, Megan League Operations Assistant Tropical Foods LLC Administrator ViacomCBS Accounting Coodinator Caporizzo, Carly Programmic Account Service Rosenwald, Benjamin Phoenix Marketing International Representative Howe-Lubowich, Hannah BSE Global UNICEF Senior Research Analyst Director of Sample Operations Campeas, Emily Associate, Sports and Integrated Rothstein, Adam Rechler, Benjamin Yelp Marketing Partnerships SPM Soccer Training Specalist Mindshare Entertainment Johnson, Blake Associate Players’ Agent Cantwell-Papale, Gabriella Atlanta Hawks Sadat-Tehrani, Tara Rose, Matthew Philadelphia 76ers Senior Coordinator, Community CSM Sport & Entertainment Game Presentation Manager CBRE Basketball Programs Client Services Coordinator Manager, Creative Strategy Carlon, Timothy Karslioglu, Peri Salerno, Salvatore Ruben, Kate Diligent Corporation Disney The Montag Group Client Development Representative Blue Signal Search Marketing Strategy Manager, Executive Recruiter Chief of Staff and Director of Brand Chan, Michael National Geographic Development Schneider, Jonathan TaylorMade Golf Company Katz, Brett Shapiro, Robert Experiential Lead M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment Xandr Senior Account Executive OUTFRONT Media Cummings, Martin Senior Sales Planning Analyst Account Executive Shahar, David Active International Koeppel, Max Skwiersky, David Digital Media Coordinator Scale Management Koeppel Rosen LLC Talent Coordinator KPMG US Curran, Jake Associate Financial Services Internship Shaw, Jared Apple Inc. Langdon, Cady Stevenson, Austin Specialist Wynn Las Vegas National Football League Event Promoter Explore Solutions Daniels, Jessica Health and Safety Initiatives Digital Brand Development Manager Make-A-Wish International Coordinator Sherfey, Samuel Strong, Hanna Wish Journey Coordinator Baltimore T-Shirt Company Leist, Matthew Sales and Operations Manager MaxWay Performance Doskow, Sydney Loyalty Above All Social Media Marketing Coordinator Overtime Vice President Siegel, Sophie / Coach Account Manager OneTeam Partners Losak, Jeremy Content Coordinator Szczygiel, Erica Syracuse University New York Islanders Assistant Professor of Sport Analytics Sales Account Manager

35 ALUMNI

Sparks, Jacquelyn Feola, Joseph Marsh, Jonathan Rotondo, Michael CSM Sport & Entertainment AEG Rapid7 BSE Gobal Senior Account Coordinator CRM Analyst Cybersecurity Solutions Provider Manager of Premium Ticket Spector, Samuel Friedman, Samuel McDonald, Zachary Operations Prudential Center Swag.com Indianapolis Indians Scanlan, Daniel Manager of Premium Partnerships Business Development Consultant Community Relations Coordinator Kindred Partners Tabak, Max Grassadonia, Meghan McGrory, Reid Partner ButterflyMX Excel Sports Management Keurig Dr. Pepper Schwartzman, Joshua Sales Director Marketing Manager Consumer Engagement Associate MKTG Tillotson, Jordan Greenstein, Emily Manager Sponsorship Strategy and Activation The Hoop Group Reprise Digital McHale, Casey Serra, Paige Vice President of Operations and Specialist, Paid Social AT&T MacWilliams Law PC Administration Grossman, Alexander Sales Consultant Student Associate Troia, Meghan Hofstra University Miller, Mallory Sewerin, Oskar Emil Anders Wunderman Thompson Graduate Student Fencers Club Generation Pep Associate Project Manager Grotenstein, Joshua Program Director Event Manager Rafferty, Hannah OwnBackup Milliken, Pierce Shea, Alexander Event Strategy Group Account Executive Hughes Marino Radegen Sports Event Manager Hamilton, Nicolette Associate Vice President Senior Manager, Client Marketing White, Marcus Point Place Casino Mitchell, Matthew Shelmidine, Marcus NBC Sports Promotions Coordinator Planet Fitness Syracuse University Athletics Writer and Web Producer Horwitz, Benjamin General Manager Women’s Basketball Video Wisen, Micah William and Smith Colleges Mizruchi, Mikayla Coordinator Blackhawk Network Mens’ Basketball Assistant Coach American Lung Association Sirota, Samuel Client Success Hoyle, Madeline Administrative Assistant SL Green Realty Corp. Young, Sean WorldMark Depoe Bay Montferret, Nicholas Associate Underwriter DePuy Synthes Companies Guest Services Associate Air Force Academic Athletics Trust, Bradley Sales Consultant Jenner, Isabelle Assistant Director of Marketing Hofstra University CLASS OF 2017 WarnerMedia Ad Sales O’Brien, Daniel Assistant Film Coordinator Marketing Coordinator UMass Amherst Tumminia, Sara Avigdor, Harrison Kassoff, Jared Director of Football Operations Van Wagner Sports and National Basketball Association Entertainment Coordinator, USA Basketball KeyBanc Capital Markets Parauda, Nicholas Assistant Vice President Atlanta Hawks Production Coordinator Bishop, Angus Basketball Operations Assistant Twomey, Nicholas Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment LaRosa, Lee Elton John AIDS Foundation Pongetti, Rebecca CSM Sports & Entertainment Partnership Account Manager Coordinator, Global Partnerships Development Coordinator Under Armour Inc. Senior Professional, Brand Marketing Van Ermen, John Brennan, Christina Larsen, Erika The IRONMAN Group Ranieri, Francesca William Hill CelebExperts SportsBook Supervisor Vice President of New Business Race Director National Hockey League Development Lattimore, Zachary Executive Assistant of Content Vest, Jason Professional Athletes Reese, Kevin New York Islanders Carter, Alexander Account Manager Wilker Realty Personal Assistant Momentum Worldwide Realtor Linabury, Samuel Account Executive Voorheis, Patrick Prolific 1 Rice, Jordan Cambridge Public Schools Ciferri, Peter Instructional Aide Binghamton University Business Development Associate San Diego Gulls Assistant Lacrosse Coach Luna, Marcos Digital Marketing Coordinator Weinberg, Joseph The Marketing Arm Robinson, Brian Havas Media Group Conetta, Colby Junior Data Analyst CBS Sports Network Production Coordinator Excel Sports Management Ticker Operator Maizes, Jeffrey Senior Coordinator, Brand Marketing Weisman, Samantha NBC Sports Group Romansky, Matthew Momentum Worldwide del Sol, Emma Account Executive Hillel International Digital Sponsorship Integration Optimum Sports Philanthropic Partnerships Associate Specialist Assistant Negotiator Weiss, Simon Marinelli, Ian Rosenhaus, Talia Townsquare Interactive Diaz, Mateo Digital Marketing Specialist Verizon The Madison Square Garden BSE Global Legal Intern Company Coordinator, Global Partnerships and CLASS OF 2018 Account Executive Events Strategy Ellman, Matthew Allen, David NBCUniversal Squar Milner Digital Sales Planner Business Developmnent

Baylee Douglass SVEM, 2019 Cody Barbuto SAL, 2019 Joey Weinberg, 2017, JeremyTrust, 2017 Losak, 2016, and Bradley 36 ALUMNI

Banks, Jessica Friedman, Matthew Minor, Oliver Ross, Gabriel Creative Artists Agency The Madison Square Garden CloudLex, Inc. 360Learning Engagement Platform Brand Consulting Assistant Company Cloud Solutions Consultant Digital Learning and Sales Enablement Beach, Cobie Coordinator, New Business Monihan, John Advisor Waste Harmonics Development Digital Remedy Rossetti, Benjamin Customer Service Representative Gardner, Sarah Account Manager NBCUniversal Beyer, Leah NBA Morano, Caroline Digital Sales Planner Live Nation Entertainment Production Trainee Thuzio Rousso, Eli Sponsorship Coordinator Gorman, William Event Manager MSG Birns, Jeremy DICK’S Sporting Goods Fulfillment Myers, Christina Group Sales and Service RDE Advisors, Inc. Center Lehigh University Athletics Rubenstein, Benjamin Office Leasing Associate Group Leader Marketing Manager Snackpass Bongiorno, Joseph Harlow, Justin Neal, Emily Business Operations and Expansion New York Yankees Urban Sports Hall of Fame of Syracuse GoExpedi Manager Season Tickets Coordinator Business Operations Procurement Intern Rubin, Paulina Borza, Timothy Henderson, Christopher Neumann, Matthew CSM Sport & Entertainment DSJ Global National Basketball Association 2K DraftKings Account Coordinator Consultant League Customer Experience Associate Ryback, Austin Coordinator, Marketing Partnerships Breitenmoser, Jan Newsome, Elijah Long Island Nets FC Wil 1900 Switzerland Jaffin, Davi MKTG Account Coordinator Sporting Coordinator Grit Player Services, LLC Coordinator Schuster, Jake Co-Founder Bremer, Keith O’Connor, Kyle The Hotaling Group Tennessee Titans Jordan, Lawrence Convene Insurance Speclist Fan Services Assistant Google Account Coordinator Shaiman, Benjamin Enterprise Business Development Broderick, Christopher O’Connor, Daniel The Strategic Agency New Jersey Devils Kent, Jeffrey Premier Partnerships Account Executive Ticket Operations Coordinator Vermont Lake Monsters Senior Analyst Smith, Jason Director of Marketing and In-Game Fairfax County Public Schools Carlon, Kelsey Entertainment Pappalardo, James Lehigh Valley IronPigs CIT Instructional Assistant Manager of Group Sales Kim, Jaeseung Marketing Specialist Spyropoulos, Eric United States Army Reserve Kroenke Sports & Entertainment Castro, Destiny Officer Pasternak, Richard New York City Football Club NBA Digital Media Coordinator Ticket Sales Coordinator Kropp, Benjamin Game Reviewer Telesford, Morgan The Aspire Group Inc. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day School Chun, Seung Han New Business Consultant Penta, Tyler KCC Corporation Korea Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu Development and Communications Sales Lagerweij, Elise International Legal Assistant Associate Utrecht University Van Loon, Matthew Cook, Alexandra Law Student Peters, Christopher The IRONMAN Group MSG Digital Remedy Senior Athlete Services Coordinator Leiher, Sydney Account Executive Media Buyer U.S. Department of Education VanRaamsdonk, Robert Custis, Jamal Management and Program Analyst Polanco, Deanna National Footbal League Monami Entertainment New York Islanders Professional Football Player Lynch, William Executive Assistant Account Executive Cynet Security Wang, Wei DeGuzman, Christian Sales Development Representative Potolski, Matthew Freelance NBC Sports Group Wasserman Baseball Play-by-Play Broadcaster Marciello, Stephen Junior Publicist Talent and Marketing Executive Sports Info Solutions Weiss, Erik DiPaola, Nicklaus Senior Video Scout Prescott-Moore, Da’Sha Legends Global Sales Georgia Tech Athletics DraftKings Premium Sales Consultant Massino, Kellan Hospitality Intern Senior Customer Experience Penn Interactive Associate Essaghof, Joy Player Experience Specialist Prisco, Matthew Legends White Ops Wood, Alex Business Development Analyst Mayer, Alexandra Business Development Analyst TeamWork Online William Morris Endeavor Director, Marketing and Product Fishbein, Daniel Non Scripted Sports TV Assistant Ritholz, Julian Management NMPi Authentic Brands Group Senior Partnership Sales Associate Mejia, Anthony Manager of Business Development Wysoczanski, Sydney Four Athletics Major League Lacrosse Fleischer, Carly Senior Project Line Manager Robinson, Matthew Mid-Atlantic Operations Manager Kicks By Carly Futures Sport + Entertainment Founder Junior Analyst

Alyssa Wood, 2015 and Caitlin Burke, 2019

Sierra Lever SVEM, 2014 Alec Beiber, 2019 with SU alum Brandon Steiner 37 ALUMNI

Yablonski, Corey D’Aversa, Lucas Katz, Joshua Pessar, Ayal Otis Elevator Company New York Yankees Baltimore Ravens Roar Digital Account Manager Sales Associate, Group Inside Sales Business Analyst Partnerships Coordinator CLASS OF 2019 De La Fuente, Anthony Khalil, Daniel Placey, Madeline CSM Sport & Entertainment Cascade Maverik Lacrosse ESPN Alechammas, Zachary Consulting Coordinator Event and Promotions Intern Marketing Coordinator Ogilvy & Mather Worldwide Inc. Client Finance Analyst DeLabruere, Jonathan Krumbine, Erica Quigley, Andrew NASCAR New York Yankees Talent Resources Arnold, Nikolai Account Executive Coordinator, Yankee Stadium Events Brand Relations Manager Lycoming College Assistant Basketball Coach Domic, Drina Adriana Kurasz, Taitum Redett, Quinton NBA Tucson Roadrunners Charlotte Hornets Austin, William Associate Manager, Team Strategy Coordinator, Corporate Service Inside Sales Consultant starpower and Analytics Account Coordinator Kuruc, Michael Rubin, Micah Duerr, Hannah King’s College UNC School of Law Banner, Jonathan U.S. Soccer Federation Director of Hockey Operations J.D. Candidate NFL Films Referee Operations Coordinator Production Assistant Lavelle, Olivia Ruiz, Javier Eckenrod, Marc Cleveland Indians Home Team Sports Basile, Nicholas Super Fan Sports Fundraising LLC Coordinator, Digital Products Client Service Coordinator New York Yankees Business Strategist Junior Sales Associate Li, Xinyu Sawyer, Phillip Feinberg, Michael Future Arena Atlanta Hawks Becker, Evan ESPN Business Development Membership Associate LA Kings Programming Coordinator Inside Sales Representative Lovece, Matteo Schwartz, Jack Gargiulo, Ryan iHeartMedia Optimum Sports Belbey, Shaun Syracuse University Account Coordinator Assisstant Account Executive Shaun Belby Basketball Women’s Basketball Video Assistant NBA Skills Coach Lowenthal, Nick Selig, Sean Godnick, Andrew U.S. House of Representatives Loyola University Chicago Bennett, Jonathan NBAPA Congressional Intern Video Coordinator Women’s Siegel Sports & Entertainment Administrative Assistant Bsketball Intern Maish, Stefan Gold, Nicholas AxGen Senif, Kurtis Bieber, Alec USA Swimming Business Development Intern HomeAdvisor CollectibleXchange Sport Development Intern Inside Sales Representative Marketing Manager Marsans, Hugo Goldberger, James Culture Group Shaw, Perez Birdsall, Samuel Romano Law PLLC Partnerships Manager PowerSpike SportsFan Legal Extern Campaign Associate Analytics and Sales Associate McLoughlin, Marielle Greenberg, Seth Mississippi State Stanley, Sara Bisson, Rebecca Learfield IMG College Football Operations Assistant Stewart Law Group New York Mets Sales Analyst Marketing Assistant Account Executive Meyer, Andrew Gwiazdowski, Matthew Baltimore Ravens Steele, Cameron Burke, Caitlin FXSpotStream Community Relations Monumental Sports & Entertainment MKTG Client Services and Support Account Executive, Inside Sales Coordinator, Hospitality and Events Miles, Nathan Hamilton, Daniel IXIS Stoeckling, Fabian Carlson, Nicholas University of South Florida Data Analyst Eichgarten Immobilien AG Horizon Media, Inc. Assistant Director of Communications Project Manager Assistant Brand Strategist Miller, Alex Herrington, Owen SBG Funding Tabak, Aaron Cavalier, Michael Syracuse Crunch Account Executive Segal Law Firm The Topps Company Account Executive Legal Intern Associate Content Producer Narracci, Jake Israel, Adam ESPN Torres, Alicia Cornelius, Aaron New York Mets Sports Data Analyst I CSM Sport & Entertainment POINT 3 Basketball Ticket Services Representative Account Coordinator Assistant Operations Manager Natowitz, Austin Israel, Erel Major League Baseball Towns, Austin Critchlow, Timothy Guidepoint Designer Cleveland Cavaliers IMG Associate Account Coordinator Production Assistant Newman, Alexander Jenanyan, Samuel ViacomCBS Vaughn, Sterling Daly, Brigid starpower Client Service Representative NEPC Anheuser-Busch Account Coordinator Investment Operations Associate Senior Specialist, Influencer Onwualu, Chukwudubem Marketing Kaczorowski, Jack Deutsch Warner, Kristen MuteSix Assistant Account Executive MKTG Sales Development Representative Sponsorship and Activation Trainee

Allie LaCombe, 2015 Matt Samost, 2013 Matt Potolski, 2018

38 ALUMNI

Whitman, Griffi Schmidt, Niklas Alexander Rising, Julie Chulock, Rachel LFG Sports FH Kufstein Tirol Austria Boise State University Special Olympics Massachusetts Founder and CEO Graduate Student Athletic Game Operations Manager Events and Schools Coordinator Williamson, Bradley Sepe-Chepuru, Shanthi CLASS OF 2015 Johnson, Kelly Van Wagner Sports & Entertainment Beloit Snappers Baseball Syracuse University Account Exectutive Media Relations Bracken, Emily Associate Director of Recovery Lincoln Healthcare Leadership Services Yoo, Ethan Tyrus, Montana Conference Manager Thomas Safran & Associates Long Island Nets Nakata, Kensuke Assistant Account Executive Brown, Justin Amuse, Inc. Boston Celtics Manager of Sports Business Zacchilli, Nicholas Weinberg, Evan Senior Inside Sales Representative Corporate Brokers William Hill Sena, Candace Case Manager Retention Marketing Coordinator Bryant, Jordan Buffalo Bills LLC Canvas Worldwide Busienss Development Coordinator Zimmermann, Daniel Wright, Declan Senior Analyst Verse Gaming CNA Insurance Sun, Shen Founder and CEO Underwriter Trainee Davidson, Hannah China Sports Administrative Center WorldClaim Program Assistant CLASS OF 2020 Administrative Assistant SPORT VENUE AND Zhang, Kaili Adams, Thomas Davis, Lauren EVENT MANAGEMENT SECA Worldwide Atlanta Hawks Syracuse University Project Manager Inside Sales Associate Events Production Manager Appel, Peter CLASS OF 2013 Denick, Kristen CLASS OF 2018 New York Yankees Becton, Sidonie Syracuse Crunch Hockey Club Barrie, Fergus Junior Sales Associate Shulman Rogers Gandal Pordy & Crunch Foundation & Retention SportsDirect Aretsky, Brad Ecker P.A. Manager Football Account Director Brooklyn Law School Summer Associate Dumas, Emily Burke, Brett Law Student Byron, Monica Washington Nationals Gwinnett Stripers Blutig, Andrew Kenny Leigh & Associates Manager, Inside Sales Concessions Manager Capelli Sport Receptionist Gao, Fei Chen, Peng Han Customer Serice Assistant Carlson, Melissa China University of Political Science IMG Academy and WTA Operation Davis, Caroline Atlanta Braves and Law Residential Mentor Newhouse School of Communications Senior Sales Coordinator Associate Professor LaRoussa, Jessica at Syracuse University Firestone, Evan Lublin, Jason Allegiant Stadium Graduate Student State Street Corporation University of Connecticut Assistant Manager, Corporate Events Davis-Corr, Kinsey Wealth Management Services Facilities Assistant Marks, Brendan Hitz & Branding Associate 2 Sloan, Victoria Apex Systems Assistant Manager Higgins, Maureen Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority Account Manager DeFusco, Matthew Levy Restaurants Visitor Information Center Martuscello, Kevin Red Bull General Manager of Suites Coordination ASM Musketeer Scout Hills, Katherine Sun, Wendong Technical Events Manager Diorio, Noah Syracuse University Sparks Marketing Group Inc. Olson, Arek Whitman School of Management at Office Coordinator Account Manager Lehigh University Athletics Syracuse University Manecio, Matthew CLASS OF 2016 Assistant Director, Facilities and Graduate Student New York Health & Racquet Club Events Manager Hines, Keith Felicetti, Nicholas University of North Carolina at Vergara, Anna Mobile Programming Ricco, Richard Chapel Hill Legends AT&T Stadium Technology Growth Specialist National Broadcasting Company Inc. Marketing Project Manager Assistant Technical Logistics Assistant Hurley, Drew Johnson, Riley Zorn, Anna Syracuse University Sport Venue and Rudy, Kathleen Hillsdale College ASM Global Event Management University of Virginia Assistant Coach Operations Manager Graduate Student Director of Promotions for Athletics Liu, Mingtao Zuo, Chengji Kleban, Jacob Upmalis, Jordan Hangzhou Dragon Sport Center Chinese Badminton Association Athletes First Partners American Kennel Club Assistant Facilities Manager Foreign Affairs Assistant Global Marketing Intern Digital Content Editor McCaslin, Carolyn CLASS OF 2019 Monzo, Connor CLASS OF 2014 NCM Associates Bruno, Lia New York Yankees Bayanker, Chari Client Services and Meeting Inside Sales Associate Ironman The Topps Company Coordinator Athletes Service Coordinator Olnowich, Alexandra App Producer Peters, Jordan Douglass, Baylee ACC Network D’Arcy, Danielle Boilermaker Road Race Content Creator Lyda Fire The Madison Square Garden Company Sponsor and Marketing Specialist Associate Project Manager Pignatella, Matthew Guest Services Operator Pils, Elizabeth DuVal, Marisa StarStock Fiorini, Emily New York State Department of Labor Card Operations Specialist Syracuse University Athletics Spartan Race, Inc. Senior Employment Security Clerk Operations and Game Manager Riccolo, Leah Festival Manager Rudy, Aaron Assistant Rubicon Talent Huang, Yuxuan Dartmouth College Coordinator of Talent Marketing Peters, Allison AKQA Assistant Athletics Director for International Tennis Tour Richer, Alexis Associate Account Director Marketing Event Manager Hofstra Law School Jackson, Taylor Tartaro, Daniela Law Student Wei, Yaohui Research Now Le Moyne College Syracuse University Recreation Rogers, Kristen Account Development Manager Adjunct Professor, Sports Marketing Services Widener University Delaware Law Lever, Sierra Sports Club Coordinator Law Student CLASS OF 2017 Columbia Records Banno, Sean Williams, Janelle Saxe, Justin Associate Marketing Director Brown University AVP Volleyball Tour Whitman School of Management at Perlo, Elissa Coordinator, Facilites and Operations Partnership Activation Coordinator Syracuse University DHMC Dermatology Graduate Student Medical Assistant

39 ALUMNI Emerging Leaders Council to support next generation of industry leaders through mentorship and networking

Current and future students in Falk College’s Department of Sport serving as ambassadors and advocates for sport management programs Management will be the true beneficiaries of the newly-formed Emerg- in their workplaces and communities. Council members will be involved ing Leaders Council (ELC). This core group of 31 influential Syracuse with classroom lectures and assignments in SPM 201—Professional University alumni is committed to supporting the next generation of Development in Sport Management and participate in regional network- sport professionals with the tools necessary to be successful leaders and ing events. practitioners. “We always strive to make a life-long connection with our students— In partnership with sport management faculty and staff, as well as not only while completing their undergraduate or graduate degree—but other Falk College and campus partners, the ELC will participate on once they become alumni,” said Michael Veley, Rhonda S. Falk endowed the department’s strategic areas of interest to support students as well professor, department chair and founding director. “Engagement is one as alumni, including alumni relations and mentorship, professional and of the cornerstones of our success, and it is terrific to witness the cur- career development, events, curriculum, and fundraising. rent wisdom and leadership of our senior-level Advisory Council being The Emerging Leaders Council will assist with Capstone, practicum passed on to the new generation of leaders in our ELC.” and internship placements and other professional opportunities while

ELC charter members Daniel Anyaegbunam, football operations Jeremy Losak, assistant professor, Carlos Ruiz, senior digital producer, and administration, National Football League sport analytics, Syracuse University Major League Baseball Harrison Avigdor, USA Basketball analyst, Hugo Marsans, business development and Hanna Sanford, community outreach National Basketball Association partnership manager, Culture Group specialist Danielle Berman, founder and CEO, Ian McFate, director of growth, sports and Steven Shur, attorney, Tackle What’s Next entertainment, Aramark Giordano, Halleran and Ciesla Elijah Biggins, integrated marketing Ari Moskowitz, partnerships and Jake Silverman, associate athletics director, strategist, Genius business development University of Pennsylvania Nicole (Imbrogno) Cost, sport management Ben Norowski, youth soccer sales Jonathan Stahler, sports and entertainment internship placement coordinator, supervisor, New York Red Bulls attorney Syracuse University Jeff Petrino, director, Bradley Trust, assistant film coordinator, P.J. Davidson, vice president of sales, Turner Ignite Sports, Hofstra University Queensboro FC WarnerMedia Tiffer Valente, chief operating officer, Jim Geant, senior manager, business Jeremy Philipson, front end engineer, Beat the Bomb development and strategic partnerships, FanDuel Tyler Wasserman, salary cap analyst, New York Road Runners Kevin Reese, account executive, NBA Jenna Harmer, championship coordinator, Momentum Worldwide Alex Wood, project manager, United States Golf Association Lori Robinson, learning specialist, TeamWork Online Charma Harris, talent acquisition associate, Baylor University Athletics Alyssa Wood, senior manager of CNA Kate Ruben, chief of staff and director, sponsorship strategies and activation, Harrison Laifer, associate manager, brand development, The Montag Group MKTG merchandising partnerships, Benjamin Rubenstein, business operations National Basketball Association manager, Snackpass

40 ALUMNI SVEM graduate strives to Americanize college sports in Japan By J. Brady McCollough made their push in the 1980s when NCAA Los Angeles Times games skyrocketed in popularity with As one of the leaders behind a nascent increased television exposure. movement to Americanize the athletic While Nakata, 33, acknowledges that culture at Japanese universities, Syracuse money is a factor in Dome’s interest in the University graduate Kensuke Nakata (MS American college sports model crossing the Pacific, his passion for the pageantry ’17) draws inspiration from his early days as a college sports fan. remains wondrous and innocent. In 2016, Nakata joined Shinzo Yamada, At first, he fell for the colors. In his native Osaka, Japan, he never saw a senior associate athletic director at the anyone wear clothing featuring the brand- University of Tsukuba and a former XFL and ing of their favorite university. But as an NFL Europe player, to start the research undergraduate student in the United States project with Temple (Pa.) University’s sport at the State University of New York College management program. Why would a coun- at Cortland, Nakata noticed students wear- try would take on this peculiar American ing their Red Dragons apparel, showing off Kensuke Nakata (left) received his master’s degree in Sport Venue tradition? Of course there is the opportuni- and Event Management from Syracuse University’s Falk College in ty to make the equivalent of many U.S. mil- their spirit for the school’s NCAA Division 2017. Courtesy of the Los Angeles Times III athletic programs. Because of the close lions by capitalizing on the built-in loyalties proximity, students also sported the orange of bus trip to attend a Syracuse-Georgetown of college students and alums is enticing, sure, Syracuse University, where Nakata continued men’s basketball game at the Carrier Dome. but there is a perceived intrinsic value, too. his studies as a graduate student in the Sport He took in one of college basketball’s most Certainly, patience will be required. Naka- Venue and Event Management program in heated rivalries with 30,000 others decked ta plans to continue working toward the dream SU’s David B. Falk College of Sport and Hu- out in orange, blue and white. he conjured at SUNY Cortland and pursued at man Dynamics. “No words,” he says wistfully, more than a Syracuse as a graduate student who interned During his freshman year in 2007, Nakata decade later. in the school’s athletic department: to bring a began attending Cortland games and watching Today, Nakata heads a research project special part of the American college experi- Syracuse on TV. He started to wear the gear, driven by the Tokyo-based Dome Corpora- ence home. He imagines a day when Tsukuba too. “It was a weird feeling,” Nakata says. “In tion, Japan’s official licensee of Under Armour. and other schools have their own mascot and Japan, it’s like people feel it’s embarrassing to The company wants to flood a potential new fight song. wear a school’s name on your T-shirt.” market for its product by outfitting college Read more online at https://tinyurl.com/ As a sophomore, Nakata signed up for a sports teams in the same way Nike and Adidas y722rplc.

Event becoming a tradition for alumni and students As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing students’ professional growth and networking opportunities, Sport Management hosted the third annual “SPM Alumni in #SportsBiz” event on October 18, 2019 in Falk College. More than 30 alumni and 150 sport management, sport analytics, and sport venue and event management students attended the event. “It’s impressive and humbling to see the amount of alumni that look forward to coming back to campus to engage with current and prospec- tive students annually,” said Sport Management Internship Placement Coordinator Nicole Cost ’08, who organized the event. “I’ve always found the Sport Management program to be more than just an academic department; it’s a family. Faculty and staff are dedicated to the suc- cess of our students, while alumni want to give back to ensure that the program continues to thrive.” The 2019 event kicked off with a luncheon for alumni with Sport Management Director Michael Veley and department faculty and staff A panel of SPM alumni – Casey Miller ’08, Ari Moskowitz ’18, before SPM Advisory Council member and marketing industry veteran Danielle Berman ’12 and Jeff Petrino ’08 - discussed their current roles in Kelly Downing opened the afternoon program as the keynote speaker. emerging areas of the industry, from drone racing to starting a non-profit “It was an honor to deliver the keynote speech for my alma mater,” and the digital age of sport. Alumni and students then moved into class- said Downing (BS ’98, MS ’99). “I enjoy every opportunity to be on rooms to take part in panel sessions covering topics such as transitioning campus and connect with students. I hope students were able to con- from Capstone to career and navigating the changing landscape of the nect with elements of my speech and apply some to their academic and industry. The day concluded with a networking session for alumni and professional careers.” students.

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Meet Caroline Morano Meet Elijah Biggins Meet Julie Rising SPM ’18, event manager, Thuzio SPM ’16, integrated marketing SVEM ’14, athletic game operations strategist, Genius manager, Boise State Athletics

For my Senior Capstone Experience, I was Coming into Syracuse University, I knew I After finishing my undergraduate degree in fortunate to land a dream opportunity at had a passion for sports but was not sure Sociology at Syracuse University in 2011, Thuzio, a private event startup that caters to a where that passion would take me in terms of I started my career coaching hockey at the business-oriented membership crowd. It was a career. From sports agent to broadcaster, I North American Hockey Academy in Vermont. this organization that taught me invaluable thought of numerous jobs that could turn into When I reflected on my time working at the lessons for the industry, provided an in-depth a lucrative career. Carrier Dome, it inspired me to return to and hands-on internship experience, and It wasn’t until Spring 2015 when I partici- Syracuse to pursue a master’s degree in Sport heavily prepared me for the future I wanted in pated in the Los Angeles Immersion trip, that Venue and Event Management. the sport industry. I found my passion for marketing and creating While earning my graduate degree, I The opportunity to work full-time at ideas that allow brands to reach new and exist- continued working at the Carrier Dome as well Thuzio after my Capstone was unfortunately ing audiences in unique ways. Whether for a as interned in SU’s Athletic Department. After not an option at the time, so I secured a similar team, league, brand or media publisher, I knew graduating from the SVEM master’s program position at another company. Within a few marketing was the lane I wanted to excel in. in May 2014, I moved to Boston to work for months, I was looking for new opportunities My first job out of college was as a sales Harvard University Athletics, where I oversaw and fortunate to re-connect with Thuzio’s assistant. I learned about the media landscape, varsity sporting events, NCAA post games, director of operations, who was seeking the relationships between publisher, agency and worked the first “College Gameday” held event-day assistance. I was eager to lend and client, and advanced my technical skills. I at Harvard Stadium. a hand! After my third event, they offered knew it was not the exact career I wanted, yet A desire to move West led me to apply me a position in sales, with the promise of the experience I gained and the opportunities for a job at Boise State University Athletics in transitioning into event operations. I created led me into my first job in the lane I 2015. I didn’t know anyone in Idaho, but saw Fast forward two years and I am now wanted, as an integrated marketing strategist an opportunity to grow and learn from an inno- the event manager at Thuzio in New York at Bleacher Report. I created and executed vative and fast-growing department. I started City responsible for planning, producing and marketing campaigns for some of the world’s as a facilities and events coordinator. Two pro- executing more than 100 corporate events biggest brands and most talked-about athletes motions later, I’m now the athletic game opera- each year across 10 U.S. cities featuring in the United States. tions manager that coordinates and oversees world-renowned athletes. The role heavily Since Bleacher Report covers sports from athletic events. I’ve had the opportunity to includes managing events across each a cultural perspective, I was able to tap into my work as a game manager of varsity sports, the market and overseeing venues, vendors and other passion points of music, entertainment NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, Garth partner activations to meet Thuzio’s premium and community. These passions would extend Brooks concerts, and a professional soccer hospitality standards. As the industry is into my personal life and challenge me to be- match, among other events. turning virtual, we are able to pivot the in- come a mentor, serve on university panels and My advice to students and graduates is person events to virtual talent appearances overall become more than my job title. to not be afraid to take new opportunities and interactive experiences. In February 2020, I left Bleacher Report to or move to a new location for a job. Living in My advice for students and graduates is to take my current position at Genius, an online Boise, Idaho, was never on my radar but I love keep your network up to date. I can recite the media company. I’m still growing in my lane, it here! Don’t take job rejections personally. top lessons learned at Syracuse, but the one but allowing myself to explore and learn more Instead, learn from the interviewing experi- that always resonated was the importance of about my passion for music. ence. Seek out experiences that enrich your creating and maintaining your network. When My advice to students is this: You don’t skills as much as they enrich your resume. you meet an industry professional, be sure have to have it all figured out! Be sure to capi- Although COVID-19 is a scary time for the to ask for their contact information and then talize on every opportunity presented to you. world of sports, those who are able to adapt check in with them. You never know who you Even the smallest internships can give you the to the rapidly-changing workforce will be the may run into later in your career. Relationships experience and build the connections that will most successful. are vital to this industry. I would not be in the last you a lifetime. position I am today if I had not maintained my relationships and connections at Thuzio. Relationship building never stops. 42 ALUMNI Alumni step up to mentor students The second annual Sport Management Students and Professionals Meet Week, or S.P.M. Week, was held January 6-10, 2020, giving current students the opportunity to learn more about careers in sport with the help of alumni who hosted them at their workplaces. Seventeen alumni and 18 students participated in the job-shadowing experience. Sport Analytics senior Gareth Jobling ’20 spent three days job-shadowing at TeamWork Online in Cleveland, Ohio, and one day with the Cleveland Indians. “I learned much more than I hoped for in both experiences and was able to demonstrate how analytics could be helpful to both organizations,” Jobling said. “TeamWork Online of- fered me a part-time remote internship for the spring that I was eager to accept.” Alumni hosts introduced the students to their industry and organization, providing an opportunity for the students to observe their daily responsibilities and ask questions. S.P.M. Week is designed to be flexible, so each shadowing experi- ence fits the interests of the student and their alumni host. “I had the incredible opportunity to shadow Christina Myers at Lehigh University Athletics,” said Devan Dachisen ’22. “I really en- joyed seeing the day-to-day operations of their marketing department and working with her at a women’s basketball game.” Three Sport Management P.J. Davidson ’13, who at the time was the assistant manager of students job-shadowed Syracuse group sales for the New York Yankees, stressed the importance of giving University alumni at MKTG in New students opportunities outside of a general internship, Capstone or York City in January 2020. Shown here are SU alumna Michelle everyday classes. Davidson is now vice president of sales at Queensboro Bevilacqua, SPM alumna Alyssa Football Club. Wood ’15, student Noah Wagner “It gives students a glimpse into the professional world and if a spe- ’23, student Jenna Parker ’21, cific role is something they would be interested in pursuing without having student Caroline Johnson ’21, and SPM alumna Caitlin Burke ’19. to make a larger commitment,” Davidson said. “It is also a great chance for the organization to recruit from the program and mentor current students.” SU event organizer Lisa Liparulo, a Sport Management internship placement coordinator, gave alumni the liberty to create the day’s agenda. Students gained first-hand industry insight, as well as networked with pro- Sport Management sophomore Devan fessionals throughout the day. Dachisen ’22 (left) shadowed SPM alumna Christina Myers ’18 at Lehigh “I am thrilled with the number of alumni who agreed to host our students over winter break,” University Athletics. Liparulo said. “We are grateful so many alums want to stay connected to our program by mentor- ing our students.” Calling all alumni! If you’d like to participate in our next job-shadowing program, held during Winter Break, January 4-8, 2021, email Lisa Liparulo at [email protected] with your contact information, location, and employer. Student Host Site Alumni Andrew Blutig The Montag Group Kate Ruben ’15 Alexander Chillemi Prudential Center Sam Spector ’16 Devan Dachisen Lehigh University Athletics Christina Myers ’18 Karis Fenton Loyola University Maryland Stephanie Ann Mindock ’15 Connor Howard New York Yankees P.J. Davidson ’13 Gareth Jobling Cleveland Indians Olivia Lavelle ’19 Gareth Jobling TeamWork Online Alex Wood ’18 Caroline Johnson MKTG Caitlin Burke ’19 and Alyssa Wood ’15 Max Josef Lime Ben Rubenstein ’18 Melissa Kerner Precision Events Group Jim Zissler ’01 Ethan Letwat New York Yankees P.J. Davidson ’13 Jordan Lucero The Austen Everett Foundation Hanna Sanford ’16 Jenna Parker MKTG Caitlin Burke ’19 and Alyssa Wood ’15 Danielle Parr Soldier Field Anna Zorn ’18 Matthew Pignatella FanDuel Jeremy Philipson ’14 Xin Ren Westwood One Howard Deneroff ’89 Andrew Schiffer Atlanta Hawks/ Jack Wentzell ’14 Sport Analytics senior Gareth Jobling ’20 spent three days job-shadowing at TeamWork State Farm Arena Online in Cleveland, Ohio, and one day with the Blake Taub BSE Global Ben Rosenwald ’16 Cleveland Indians. He is shown with TeamWork Noah Wagner MKTG Caitlin Burke ’19 and Alyssa Wood ’15 Online president Buffy Filippell.

43 NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID Sport Management SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY SYRACUSE NY 2019-2020 Newsletter

Syracuse University David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics Department of Sport Management 402 MacNaughton Hall Syracuse, NY 13244

Statement of Commitment Department of Sport Management The Department of Sport Management We acknowledge that collectively we and allyship. We are committed to working at Syracuse University stands in solidar- have much work to do in this regard, in our toward the substantive changes that em- ity with our communities who are voicing academic programs. The #NotAgainSU body social justice, equity, and inclusion. their anguish, anger, and deep frustration movement has raised public consciousness We are committed to working toward with acts of violence and hatred, and with and exposed shortcomings of our overall creating a campus community where we all systems that oppress and devalue Black campus culture. We invite creative and feel welcomed and valued. lives. We unequivocally condemn these open-minded people to help us be agents By intently listening, we believe open and all acts targeting any group, whether of positive change. dialog and critical thinking will help to on our campus or in our society. Our commitment to diversity, equity and re-shape our department, college, and Systemic and institutionalized racism inclusion continues with focus on important University culture. such as the callous killings of George areas of awareness, training, and education. We know other marginalized groups Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbrey, We are actively engaged with Falk College also experience racism, discrimination, and Elijah McClain and countless others must and Syracuse University in these efforts exclusion. Please be assured the Depart- end. Enough is enough. We reject racism, to ensure that human rights are secure for ment of Sport Management will continue bigotry and hate. We have watched the di- Black people, persons of color, and other its commitment to equity, diversity, and vision across the country with sadness and underrepresented populations. This embod- inclusion for all marginalized and under- pain as we work to process the disrespect, ies the Falk College mantra of teaching represented groups. abuse, and murder of Black and Brown social responsibility and social justice and We hope to ensure everyone sees them- people by police. We pledge our sincere our department mission of using sports as a selves represented and included within the commitment and responsibility to help platform for social change. Department of Sport Management. This is impact positive change through the Black We will encourage open, honest dialog a journey and we are committed to listen- Lives Matter movement. both inside the classroom and one-on-one, ing, learning, and implementing the work Systemic racism exists in our society. including those related to racism, privilege needed to move forward together.