Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program

Student Profiles

Class of 2026

Christian Ardizone
Christian Ardizone grew up in Montverde, Florida. He graduated from the University of South Florida with a bachelor's degree in Sports Marketing and Entertainment. Previously, he worked as a camp counselor at Kevin Boyle Montverde Academy Basketball. Upon graduation Ardizone hopes to work in Player Relations for the NFL, NBA or NHL.

Filipe Avilez
Filipe Avilez grew up in São Paulo, Brazil. He graduated from the University of South Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics and Information Systems with a minor in Astronomy. He served in the Navy and was a Logistics Specialist. Currently, he is a Logistics Coordinator for Cirkul. Upon graduation, Avilez hopes to work as a NFL General Manager or Draft Analyst.

Katie Beard
Katie Beard grew up in Land O Lakes, Florida. She graduated from University of South Florida with a bachelor's degree in Mass Communications and a concentration in Broadcast Production and Programming. Previously, she was an intern with USF Football working in the creative media department. Currently, she is working as a camera operator for the Lakeland Flying Tigers MiLB and is the content graduate assistant for the Vinik Sport and Entertainment Management program. Upon graduation, Beard hopes to work for a professional sports team doing creative media.

Magdalen Blevins
Magdalen Blevins grew up in Tampa, Florida. She graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Tourism, Event, and Recreational Management and a minor in Leadership. Previously, she worked with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as part of the Game Operations Staff. Upon graduation, Blevins hopes to work with the Tampa Bay Lightning or the Rays in marketing or event management.

Jeffrey Bouschor
Jeffrey Bouschor grew up in Soldotna, Alaska. He graduated from the University of South Florida with a bachelor's degree in Marketing and a concentration in Sport and Entertainment Management. Previously, he worked as a Facilities Staff Member at USF Recreation Center. Currently, he is the Facilities/Special Events Supervisor at the USF Recreation Center. Upon graduation, Bouschor hopes to work in a marketing department for a professional sports team or become an athletic director at a university.

Cindy Cabral
Cindy Cabral grew up in Fort. Pierce, Florida. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Integrated Public Relations and Advertising. Currently, she works for Creative Loafing as an Event Management Assistant. Upon graduation, Cabral would like to work in Events or be a part of a Diversity and Inclusion Outreach team.

Rose Caverly
Rose Caverly grew up in Brick, New Jersey. She graduated from Quinnipiac University with a bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences and a minor in Psychology. She also earned her master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences and a certificate in Health Administration. Previously, she was a basketball camp counselor for Hoop Group Headquarters and a Basketball Assistant Coach for the Central Jersey Hawks. She was also the President of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. Currently, she is the Women's Basketball Graduate Assistant Manager. Upon graduation, Caverly hopes to become a social media manager for an NBA or NFL team.

Kennedi Chalmers
Kennedi Chalmers grew up in Reno, Nevada. She graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management with a minor in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Previously, she worked for Seminole Boosters as an assistant for fundraising for FSU. Currently, she is a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the Muma College of Business at USF. Upon graduation, Chalmers hopes to work for a professional Tampa Bay team in Marketing or Event Management.

Melody Chambers
Melody Chambers grew up in Wayne, New Jersey. She graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a minor in Sports Communication & Brand Communications. Previously, she worked as a Community Relations Intern for the Miami Dolphins as well as working with Clemson Athletics as a Marketing Intern. Currently, she is a Partnerships Fellow for Vinik Sports Group. Upon graduation, Chambers hopes to be the Head of Partnerships for a professional sports team.

Chase Cooper
Chase Cooper grew up in Boca Raton, Florida. He graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s in Sport Management and a minor in Statistics. Previously, he worked as a UF Strength and Conditioning Performance Science Intern. Currently, he is a Marketing Insights and Strategy Fellow with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Analytics Department. Upon graduation, Cooper wants to pursue a career in performance or business analytics for a professional organization, hopefully with the NFL or MLB.

Kayla FitzWilliam
Kayla FitzWilliam grew up in St. Louis Missouri. She graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and International Management. Previously, she worked as a Marketing intern with Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute. She also was a marketing and fan intern with Clemson Athletics as well as the Gastonia Honey Hunters MiLB team. Currently, she is the Graduate Assistant with the MUMA College of Business at USF. Upon graduation, FitzWilliam hopes to work in partnerships or marketing for a sports team.

Sarah Gutt
Sarah Gutt grew up in Middletown, New Jersey. She graduated from the University of Tampa with a bachelor’s degree in Sport Management. Previously, she worked for the USF Athletics Marketing Department. She also was a part of the Game Presentation Staff for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Currently, she works as a USF Athletics Marketing Associate and the Tampa Bay Lightning Game Presentation Assistant. Upon graduation, Gutt hopes to work for a professional sports team as in the Marketing department.

Eva Javorek
Eva Javorek grew up in Tampa, Florida. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a concentration in Sports and Entertainment. Currently, she is the Graduate Assistant for the Center for Marketing and Sales Innovation at USF. Upon graduation, Javorek hopes to find her niche within the sports industry, ultimately working towards her lifelong dream of having her name engraved on the Stanley Cup.

Preston Kavanaugh
Preston Kavanaugh grew up in Canton, Michigan. He graduated from the University of South Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a concentration in Sports and Entertainment Management and a minor in Leadership Studies. Previously, he worked as an Assistant General Manager for Winter Garden Squeeze. Currently, he is working for USF Football as a VIP Liaison and currently working as a Residential Assistant. Upon graduation, Kavanaugh hopes to work in the Marketing or Operations departments of a MLB team.

Nicholas Kilcourse
Nicholas Kilcourse grew up in Sicklerville, New Jersey. He graduated from Rowan University with a bachelor’s degree in General Studies and a minor in Journalism. Previously, he worked as a Head Sports Writer for The US Gambler. Upon graduation, Kilcourse hopes to become a Social Media Manager for a hockey team or any Philadelphia sports team.

Taryn Lennon
Taryn Lennon grew up in Orange County, California. She graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism with an emphasis on sports media and a minor in Business. Previously, she worked as an Intern at BYU with the Athletics Communications Departments and the Athletics Sporting Event and Facilities Department. She was a student athlete and was on the Softball Team at BYU. She was also a social media intern for the Professional Pickleball Association. Currently, working as a graduate assistant for USF Women’s Softball Team. Upon graduation, Lennon hopes to work in event planning for a professional sports team.

Romi Levy
Romi Levy grew up in Herzliya, Israel. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Currently, she plays for the Women’s Basketball team at USF. Upon graduation, she hopes to become a Pro Basketball Player or become a General Manager of a professional team.

Iñigo Martinez
Iñigo Martinez grew up in Madrid, Spain. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a minor in Business Analytics. Previously, he worked as an IT support analyst at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay. Upon graduation, Martinez hopes to create his own business within the sports industry.

Rylee Mulvaney
Rylee Mulvaney grew up in St. Louis, Missouri. She graduated from Maryville University with a bachelor’s degree in Finance and a minor in Cybersecurity. Previously, she was a Wealth Management Intern. Currently, she is the Women's Basketball Graduate Assistant Manager. Upon graduation, Mulvaney hopes to become a financial advisor for athletes.

Maisie Petchey
Maisie Petchey grew up in Milford, Delaware. She graduated from Arizona State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Law. Previously, she worked as a Marketing and Social Media Manager for FireWatch Magazine. Currently, she is the Graduate Research Assistant for the Vinik Sport and Entertainment Management Program. Upon graduation, Petchey hopes to become a Director of Pro Scouting for an NFL Team.

Madison Providence
Madison Providence grew up in Orlando, Florida. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing. Currently, she is working at the USF Office of the Registrar as an Enrollment Management Assistant and has previous internship experience working at a nonprofit organization. Upon graduation, Providence hopes to work as a creative for the NFL, NWSL or WNBA.

Mo Stockon
Mo Stockon grew up in Tampa, Florida. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with two bachelor’s degrees in Event Management and Entertainment Management. Previously, she was an Event Manager at The Motor Enclave and The Manager of Artist Relations at the Brooklyn Mirage - Avant Gardner. Currently, she is the Executive Coordinator for Whet Travel. Upon graduation, Stockon hopes to work in Event Management within the Sports or Music Industry to gain experience to build her own company.

Noah Strange
Noah Strange grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee. He graduated from the University of Tennessee with two bachelor’s degrees, one in Finance with a collateral in Entrepreneurship and another in Recreation and Sports Management. Previously, he was a Credit Manager for Steam Logistics. Currently, he is a Partnership Services Coordinator for Fanatics. Upon graduation, Strange hopes to work for an NIL Collective in a leadership or manager role.

Mac Van Buren
Mac Van Buren grew up in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from the University of Tampa with a bachelor's degree in Sport Management and a minor in Business Administration. Previously, he worked with the Columbus Crews as Stadium Operations staff. He also was an Operations Intern for USF. Currently, he is working for Vinik Sports Group as a Guest Experience Supervisor. Upon graduation, Van Buren wants to be a General Manager or President of a hockey or soccer team.

Ainsleigh Wall
Ainsleigh Wall grew up in Land O’ Lakes, Florida. She graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in Sport Management and a minor in Communications. Previously, she worked for the Detroit Tigers as a Business Operations Assistant. Currently, she serves as the Events and Recruiting Graduate Assistant for the Vinik Sport and Entertainment Management program and is also a VIP liaison for USF football. Additionally, she manages Football Operations for the Land O’ Lakes High School football team. Upon graduation, Wall aspires to work in operations in collegiate or professional football.

Andrea Wallace
Andrea Wallace grew up in Tampa, Florida. She graduated from Kentucky State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a minor in Management. Previously, she worked in the Accounting Department for Stuart Eye Institute. Currently, she is a Graduate Assistant for People Development Institute. Upon graduation, Wallace hopes to work for a Sports Marketing Agency.

Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. He graduated from the University of Louisville with a bachelor’s degree in Sport Administration and a minor in Political Science. Previously, he worked for the Louisville Bats as a Suite & Premium Sales Associate. Currently, he is a Reliaquest Bowl Public Relations and Corporate Partnerships Fellow. Upon graduation, Watson hopes to work in Athlete Marketing and Corporate Partnerships.

Austin Zieman
Austin Zieman grew up in Woodstock, Illinois. He graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's in Business Management with a minor in Sports Business Management. Previously, he worked as an intern in Marketing and Fan Engagement for Michigan State Athletics and as a Sport Athletic Performance Intern for Michigan State Athletes. Currently, he is a communications fellow with the Women Tennis Association. Upon graduation, Zieman would like to work in Marketing or Event Management for a professional sport organization.

Class of 2025

Jemma Adams
Jemma Adams grew up in Sarasota, Florida. She graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Event Management. Previously, she worked at the Orlando Solar Bears, UCF Athletics Facilities and Events, and as a March Madness catering liason. Upon graduation Adams hopes to work in professional sports in events and operations.

Maxwell Ahmadi
Maxwell Ahmadi grew up in Cape Coral, Florida. He graduated from the University of South Florida in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics and Information Systems. Previously, he worked as the lead data analyst for USF's Mens Baseball team, and currently works as a CRM + BI Analyst for Vinik Sports Group. Upon graduation, Ahmadi hopes to enter the sports industry through either analytics or business/project management, with a preference for European football.

Emily Bible
Emily Bible grew up in Sebring, Florida. She graduated from Florida State University in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Commercial Entrepreneurship and Human Development and Family Sciences . Previously, she was student director of small group training and fitness supervisor at FSU Campus Recreation, and the business development intern at Marmer Construction Company. Currently, Bible is the events and recruitment graduate assistant for the Vinik Sport and Entertainment Management program. Upon graduation Bible hopes to work in partnerships or sales within the sports industry before opening a sports and fitness venture of her own one day.

Federico Domenico Rosato
Federico Domenico Rosato grew up in Milano, Italy. He graduated from Bocconi University in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Economics and Management. Previously, he worked as a ski instructor for Silvaplana Champfèr, and interned at Versalis S.p.a. - Eni Group monitoring sustainable performances, and worked in digital marketing at Rougj S.r.l. Upon graduation Rosato hopes to take on a central role in a sport organization or club where he can be involved in business development and/or event management within the industry, with a focus on sustainability.

Lisanny Estevez
Lisanny Estevez grew up in the Domican Republic. She graduated from the University of South Florida in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Communications. Previously, she worked at HCC Tennis Center, and was the marketing and communications intern at Oxeen Technologies. Upon graduation Estevez hopes to become an event manager/coordinator arranging every detail involved in preparing for a sports event.

Sarah Ferrie
Sarah Ferrie grew up in Stirling, Scotland. She graduated from the University of Stirling in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Studies. Previously, she worked in administration and as a box office assistant in the entertainment industry. Upon graduation Ferrie hopes to work in women’s soccer and help improve the exposure of women’s sports.

Grace Flaugher
Grace Flaugher grew up in Spring Hill, Florida. She graduated from the University of South Florida in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing. Previously, she worked as a marketing intern at USF Athletics and Full Circle, along with serving as a PR tutor at USF Athletics. Upon graduation Flaugher hopes to become the marketing coordinator for a professional (NHL, NFL, or NBA) or collegiate team (women's or men's basketball).

James Gerakios
James Gerakios grew up in Tarpon Springs, Florida. He graduated from the University of Tampa in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing. Previously, he interned at the University of Tampa in athletic communications, in USF athletic marketing, and the Tampa Bay Rays as a fan host. He currently interns with USF Football and USF Hockey for Creative Media. Upon graduation Gerakios hopes to work in professional sports or a college athletic department either as a marketing manager, or in creative services.

Katherine Holcombe
Katherine Holcombe grew up in Bronxville, New York. She graduated from Tulane University in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in Sustainable Real Estate Development . Previously, she helped as a community relations associate, programs and partnership associate, and marketing intern. Upon graduation Holcombe hopes to work within sports and entertainment foundations and nonprofits.

Jadan Hudson
Jadan Hudson grew up in Coatesville, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management & Business Administration. Previously, he worked in sales, customer service, and athletics. Upon graduation Hudson hopes to advise student athletes as a student-athlete advisor, or academic advisor/counselor while pursuing a career as an athletic director, operations/facilities coordinator, or general manager of a professional sports organization.

Payton Hudson
Payton Hudson grew up in Wesley Chapel, Florida. She graduated from the University of South Florida in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a concentration in Sport and Entertainment Management. Previously, she interned at the USF Athletics marketing department and is currently a fellow with the USF Athletics event management department. Upon graduation Hudson hopes to work for a professional sports team in event management or marketing.

Richard Jasen
Richard Jasen grew up in Hollywood, Florida. He graduated from Norwich University in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis. Previously, he served at Special Operations Command Central (SOCCENT) as senior advisor to Future Operations / Sensitive Activities. Upon graduation Jasen hopes to work in sports operations, performance, and staff/player development. He is also passionate about aiding service members/athletes with life transitions.

Matthew Johnson
Matthew Johnson grew up in Orlando, Florida. He graduated from Florida State University in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Business and Sport Managment. Previously, he was a sport management intern and lacrosse referee with Normal Cornbelters Tallahassee High School. Upon graduation Johnson hopes to work in operations for a professional sports team.

Domenico Maria
Domenico Maria grew up in Perry Hall, Maryland. He graduated from DeSales University in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management. Previously, he helped as a sport marketing intern at Lehigh University, an event staffer for the Victory Event Series, and in game day operations for DeSales University. Upon graduation Maria hopes to work toward a role as a marketing manager for a professional organization, an athletic director position for a university while providing young children with a chance to play sports.

Jake McDevitt
Jake McDevitt grew up in Tampa, Florida. He graduated from Florida Southern College in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Business Management. Previously, he helped as training camp intern and in game operations for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Upon graduation McDevitt hopes to have a career in motorsports working for a racing team, a racing series, or a racing circuit in the field of marketing, logistics, or operations.

Kaylee Nallan
Kaylee Nallan grew up in Long Island, New York. She graduated from University of Tampa in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Biology. Previously, she helped the Lightning Foundation as a research assistant in the Stem Cell Biology Lab at the University of Tampa. Upon graduation Nallan hopes to work as data analyst for either hockey operations or people analytics within the NHL.

Adam Offenbach
Adam Offenbach grew up in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. He graduated from Indiana University of Bloomington in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Marketing and Management. Previously, he was a summer intern at Fort Myers Mighty Mussels. Upon graduation Offenbach hopes to work in the front office of a sports organization.

Kelsey O'Loughlin
Kelsey O'Loughlin grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She graduated from the University of South Florida in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Economics. Previously, she worked in the Bulls Varsity Club in USF Athletics as an season ticket analyst for all sports. Upon graduation O'Loughlin hopes to work in the business expansion of women's professional sports, specifically professional volleyball in the United States.

Otavio Passanante Pinheiro da Silva
Otavio Passanante Pinheiro da Silva grew up in São Paulo, Brazil. He graduated from the University of South Florida in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Econometrics and Qualitative Economics. Previously, he was the USF sports programs supervisor (Esports and Traditional Sports). Upon graduation he hopes to work as an esports organization executive.

Cameron Pelle
Cameron Pelle grew up in Fairfield, Connecticut. He graduated from Elon University in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Previously, he helped as a marketing and sales intern at RT Sports, and as a goalkeeping director at NC Fusion in Greensboro, North Carolina. Upon graduation Pelle hopes to work in marketing and sales, preferably in branding/promotion in the sports industry specifically in the MLS or USL.

Hailey Preast
Hailey Preast grew up in Marietta, Georgia. She graduated from Florida State University in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing. Previously, she was the marketing and event intern at For The Table Hospitality, field marketing intern for Allied Global Marketing, and vice president of marketing for Alpha Gamma Delta at Florida State. Upon graduation Preast hopes to work in social media, event management, or marketing.

Jonathan Reid
Jonathan Reid grew up in Bradenton, Florida. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Economics. Previously, he interned at FCCI Insurance Group as a surety underwriting intern, and was an assistant at Manasota Screen. Upon graduation Reid hopes to work in analytics or operations for a professional sports league, such as the PGA TOUR.

Derek Righetti
Derek Righetti grew up in Clovis, California. He graduated from California Polytechnic State University in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a concentration in Public Relations. Previously, he worked as a sports multimedia journalist for Mustang News and a social media intern for RealPlay Sports. Currently, he is serving as a fellow for USF Athletics’ event management department. Upon graduation Righetti hopes to work in a variety of areas such as community and content development, event management, marketing and partnerships.

Tyler Rossback
Tyler Rossback grew up in Ocean Township, New Jersey. He graduated from Rowan University in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in Law and Economics. Previously, he helped as a legal intern at Gluck Walrath LLP, the head of security and events with the Monmouth Barracudas, and the valet supervisor at The Tampa Edition. Upon graduation Rossback hopes to work with an agency to help athletes build their personal brand and maximize their opportunities.

Naiya Sawtelle
Naiya Sawtelle grew up in Stuart, Florida. She graduated from North Carolina A&T State University in 2023 with a bachelor's degree in business administration. Upon graduation Sawtelle has an interest working in Intercollegiate Athletics, Business or Community Development, and Event Management, but she is still discovering other areas of interest.

Amita Singh
Amita Singh grew up in St. Petersburg, Florida. She graduated from the University of South Florida in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Finance. Currently, Singh works as a business analytics fellow at Crossroads Consulting. Previously, she worked as the universal branch advisor at Achieva. Upon graduation Singh hopes to work in data analytics or partnerships for the MLB or with Vinik Sports Group.

Amanda Stover
Amanda Stover grew up in Wesley Chapel, Florida. She graduated from University of Central Florida in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Entertainment Management and a minor in Music. Previously, she served as a red carpet and media team intern at the 2019 CMA Awards and is currently a relationship marketing fellow at Feld Entertainment, Inc. Upon graduation Stover hopes to work in marketing and sales, preferably in branding/promotion in the sports industry specifically with the MLS or USL.

Celine Walkine
Celine Walkine grew up in Nassau, Bahamas. She graduated from Liberty University in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communications with a minor in Digital Media: Video and Editing. Previously, she interned at Pro Sports Outreach and was marketing co-ordinator at Elevate Sports Ventures, Inc. Currently, Walkine is the content graduate assistant for the Vinik Sport and Entertainment Management program. Upon graduation Walkine hopes to manage overall marketing, sales, or community outreach efforts for a sports league or a national team in the Caribbean, U.S., or Europe.

Tyra Watts
Tyra Watts grew up in Mooresville, North Carolina. She graduated from University  of Tennessee in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management. Previously, she worked with the University of Tennessee women’s rowing team as a team manager and as the sports and media talent director at Bleav Podcast Network. Upon graduation, Watts hopes to enter the sport and entertainment law industry working on professional and collegiate athlete player contracts and promotional deals.

Craig Weaver
Craig Weaver grew up in Blacksburg, Virginia. He graduated from Virginia Tech in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management. Previously, he worked as an athletic administration intern and special teams student coach at Virginia Tech. Upon graduation Weaver hopes to become an athletic director.