Covering the Intersection of Sports and the Law
Jake Rossen of ESPN.com has written an interesting article on the origins of the octagonal fighting ring used by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) since its inception. Greg Patschull, a martial artist who built an octagonal ring for an event prior to UFC’s development of the Octagon, claims that he owns the intellectual property associated with the Octagon. […]
Chad Johnson Seeks Reconsideration After Jailing As everyone with an internet connection knows, Chad Johnson was sentenced to 30 days in jail after slapping his attorney on the backside to congratulate him for a job well-done. Johnson’s attorney, Adam Swickle, has filed a motion requesting that the judge reconsider her ruling. Can Wrestling Find its […]
A reminder that the Connecticut Bar Association will be hosting a sports law panel at its annual meeting on June 17, 2013, from 9:30 to 11:30. Here is a description of the panel: The Sports and Entertainment Committee will be presenting panel discussion titled “Legal Challenges in Connecticut Collegiate Athletic Departments” The panel will discuss the […]
NCAA transfer rules are in need of reform. But given the current situation, how can a recruit avoid potential issues should he or she wish to transfer at a later date? Ask every coach and athletic director about the school’s policy concerning transfers. Here are some suggested questions: Will the coach and athletic director commit to providing […]
Since I began this blog more than five years ago, I have noticed an unmistakable trend regarding the media’s coverage of collegiate athletics. Issues such as NCAA rules and the National Letter of Intent (NLI), which once seemed relevant only to athletic directors and compliance officers, are now regularly discussed in the media and by the public. […]
