Our Staff

Meet the dedicated team behind the Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative, a passionate group committed to empowering the city's youth through sports programming.

Each member brings a unique blend of expertise, experience, and enthusiasm to our mission of fostering equitable access to sports opportunities for all Philadelphia children. Together, we work tirelessly to create positive and lasting impacts in our communities, ensuring every child has the chance to thrive through the power of sports.

Beth Devine

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

bdevine@pysc.org

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Becca Fagan

CHIEF PROGRAM & EVALUATION OFFICER

bfagan@pysc.org

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Dontae Privette

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

dprivette@pysc.org

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Steven Giannino, Ph.D

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

sgiannino@pysc.org

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Imani Moore

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

imoore@pysc.org

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Josh Throckmorton

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

jthrockmorton@pysc.org

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Shari Cumberbatch

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

scumberbatch@pysc.org

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Dominique "Dom" Curry

DIRECTOR OF MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

dcurry@pysc.org

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Malcolm Davis

PROGRAM COORDINATOR-
MEMBERSHIP AND EVENTS

mdavis@pysc.org

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Meet Our Board of Directors
Beth Devine
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Beth Devine joined PYSC as its first Executive Director upon the organization’s launch in 2016. Beth brings a blend of experience in nonprofit management, sports-based youth development programs, and the development of cross-sector partnerships. She is responsible for setting the strategic course for the organization and overseeing PYSC’s team in their efforts to increase equitable access to quality sports-based youth development programs for all of Philadelphia’s children.

A collaborator by nature, Beth has built relationships with multiple city agencies to align work and set a common course for how Philadelphia leverages sports to engage and connect with its young people. Drawing on her experience in launching a girls-serving sports and fitness organization in 2009, as well as her participation in Mayor James F. Kenney’s Transition Team, Beth is well-equipped to drive change and support innovative programmatic efforts that expand access and improve quality.

Devine also has extensive experience in marketing, events, and operations from her work with the American Cancer Society, the Philadelphia Big 5, and Reynolds and Reynolds, among others.

Beth holds an MA in Clinical Counseling Psychology from LaSalle University and is a lifelong athlete and youth coach, which fuels her mission to ensure all kids have the opportunity to experience the power of sport in their lives.

Becca Fagan
CHIEF PROGRAM & EVALUATION OFFICER

Becca joined the Collaborative in April of 2019, with a specific focus in increasing programmatic opportunities for Collaborative Member Organizations, heading strategic programmatic initiatives, and conducting program evaluation. Becca joined the Collaborative after spending time with the City of Philadelphia, in both the Philadelphia Water Dept. and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, bringing years of experience in community relations and communications.

A native Philadelphian, and a former high school and collegiate athlete, she is thrilled to be working with an organization that increases access and quality of sport programming for all Philadelphia youth.

Becca holds a BBA in Sports & Event Management from The George Washington University. During her time at GW, she was an active member of the GW Crew team before setting her sights on the rugby pitch where she captained GW Women’s Rugby. She maintains a foothold in the Philadelphia sports community as an active player and youth rugby coach for Philadelphia Rugby Football Club.

Dontae Privette
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Dontae joined the Collaborative in July 2022 to lead the planning and execution of coach education initiatives. His contributions to the local community have been recognized by multiple publications and organizations, including the Philadelphia Eagles, the Philadelphia Inquirer, Temple University, the University of the Sciences, the University of Pennsylvania and the National Afterschool Association.

Before joining PYSC, Dontae was a national manager of innovation projects for Playworks where he co-designed a certification process for expanding the reach of community-based organizations through a collaborative partnership. Prior to that, Dontae held a role as a Certified Trainer and Community Engagement & Program Specialist on two regional teams (Pennsylvania and New York/New Jersey) where he helped establish and maintain equity-centered initiatives with Madison Square Garden Entertainment and the Buffalo Sabres Foundation.

Dontae is also a recipient of the exclusive CalSAC Advancing Equity in Leadership Fellowship and, from 2010 to 2017, he was a key contributor on a nationwide project with Amtrak. In addition to his formal responsibilities with PYSC, Dontae also serves as the President of the Kingsessing Roadrunners and is the creator of NFL Flag Philly. Collectively, programs that Dontae has led have engaged more than 5,000 children and trained over 450 youth development staff across the country.

Steven Giannino-Malatesta, Ph.D
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Steve joined the PYSC in January 2024 as the Director of Communications. He is an expert in strategic communications, and brings 20 years of experience in building brands to the team. He holds a Ph.D. in Mass Communication from Southern Illinois University- Carbondale, where his doctoral thesis was awarded the “Dissertation Research Award.”

Steve has worked and presented research in media and communication across the country. His work has won several awards including first place at the Broadcast Education Association’s annual conference.

Imani Moore
COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Imani joined the Collaborative as an intern in September 2023. In her role, Imani manages PYSC’s social media content, newsletters, and communications-related subjects.

Imani is a graduate of Hampton University with a B.A. in Journalism. While in undergrad, she was a Social Media and Editorial Intern for a small legal company during her junior and senior years, gaining a love for content creation. After graduating, Imani worked as a Marketing & Administrative Support for a year and a half before joining the PYSC team.

Imani’s love for sports started at a very young age. She completed swimming classes at the YMCA and was on a karate team for a year at her church. Soon after, Imani did gymnastics up until middle school. During high school, she performed lyrical, jazz, and hip-hop dancing, which led her to join a dance team while in college.

Imani is proud to be a part of an organization that wants to create a better sports world for all youth while doing the work she passionately enjoys.

Josh Throckmorton
PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Josh joins PYSC from Up2Us Sports – Philadelphia, where he served as the program director responsible for supporting more than 30 AmeriCorps members serving as youth sports coaches at several PYSC member organizations. In this role, he managed a pilot partnership between PYSC, Up2Us Sports, and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. Previously, he coached baseball, worked in admissions and academic advising, and oversaw athletic recruitment at nearby Swarthmore College from 2012-2022. 

Josh holds a Master of Education from the University of Washington’s Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership program and a B.A. in American Studies from Occidental College. While in graduate school, he focused his studies on coaching pedagogy and conducted research for the Seattle Mariners on barriers to youth participation in baseball and softball in the Pacific Northwest. Since 2022, he has supported Give & Go Athletics’ community baseball program in the Brewerytown neighborhood of North Philly, starting and leading its Sunday “Bagels & Baseball” drop-in program at the Athletic Recreation Center.

Shari Cumberbatch
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & SPECIAL PROJECTS

Shari Cumberbatch joined PYSC in August 2023 as a contracted project manager to execute a pilot program called Beyond the Whistle, engaging high school students from the School District of Philadelphia in career training and readiness in sports. In May 2024, Shari joined the staff full-time as the Director of Operations and Special Projects. 

Prior to working with PYSC, Shari spent over 15 years working in the nonprofit space, serving high school and college students in and from the city of Philadelphia, managing programs, and creating strategic plans for alumni and volunteer engagement.

Shari holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Marketing from Temple University.

Dominique "Dom" Curry
PROGRAM DIRECTOR - BEYOND THE WHISTLE

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Dominique has harbored a diverse range of sports interests since an early age, influenced by his upbringing in an athletic family.

Dom earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Cheyney University, where he participated in three sports—basketball, football, and track and field—and was named All-Conference in each sport at least once. He achieved notable milestones such as scoring over 1,000 points in basketball and amassing over 2,000 yards receiving in football. Additionally, he obtained his Master’s Degree from Lincoln University.

Dominique seized the opportunity to become an Undrafted Free Agent with the St. Louis Rams, where he spent two years before moving on to play for the Detroit Lions and Carolina Panthers.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Dominique is recognized for his coaching contributions to youth and high school football. Renowned for his ability to connect with, respect, and instruct his players, he remains committed to inspiring those around him. Dominique is a proud father of three children, all of whom actively participate in sports.

Malcolm Davis
PROGRAM COORDINATOR - MEMBERSHIP AND EVENTS

Malcolm is a former two-sport NCAA Division III athlete, Malcolm brings firsthand experience and a deep appreciation for the life-changing impact of sports. Since 2021, has built valuable experience through roles with organizations such as Leveling the Playing Field, the Philadelphia Flyers, and the Philadelphia Phillies, where he served as a graduate intern.

Malcolm is a proud graduate of Dickinson College, where he earned a degree in Policy Management with a minor in Economics. He also holds a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Sport Business from Drexel University.

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