The 22 year old Cameron Champ stormed the golf scene when we captured the attention of the world during the 2017 U.S. Open. The Sacramento native turned heads during his first major appearance when he out drove the entire field with a staggering tournament average of 337.3 yards per drive and was just two shots […]
Year: 2017
On To The Next: E. J. Gaines
Buffalo Bills defensive back E. J. Gaines has parted ways with Synergy Sports International, according to Liz Mullen of Sports Business Journal. Gaines will now be represented by Andy Ross of Select Sports Group (SSG). Other notable clients of SSG include Andy Dalton of the Cincinnati Bengals, Danny Amendola of the New England Patriots, and […]
According to SBJ, the number of NFLPA-certified agents has risen to 830, a four percent rise from 795 for those who don’t want to do the math. Each summer the NFLPA holds a seminar and exam for those interested in becoming a certified agent. While this comes at a steep price of $2,500 just to […]
Per a company press release, Octagon has launched eSports Passion Drivers®, the first-ever study on fan behavior surrounding the booming eSports industry. “Octagon’s new eSports Passion Drivers® work is the first study to go beyond the demographics and scope of the eSports industry, and truly uncover and quantify, why fans care about eSports,” said Simon […]
Shabbat Shalom from Antalya, Turkey, a place that I am visiting for the third time in my life and despite the current ban on Visas provided between Turkey and the U.S. I am here as a guest of Turkish Airlines, which is hosting its annual Turkish Airlines Open on the European Tour. It’s an amazing […]
The following interview is with Paul I. Franklin, Founder and Principle of Franklin Capital Strategies. Franklin Capital Strategies specializes in the protection, accumulation, and distribution of wealth to individuals, families, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and professional athletes throughout the country. This interview was conducted by Evan Thammahong, J.D. Candidate and aspiring NFL/Sports Agent. 1. How did […]
On To The Next One: J.D. Martinez
Soon-to-be free agent outfielder J.D. Martinez has decided to make a change in his representation, signing with MLB super-agent Scott Boras according to Rob Bradford. He was previously represented by Bob Garber of RMG Baseball. With the 2017 MLB season coming to an end when either the Dodgers or Astros take home the World Series […]
Per an article from Sports Business Journal, Christian Dawkins was one of 10 arrested by federal authorities in late September for the involvement in the federal investigation of NCAA basketball. Among those who were arrested are NCAA assistant coaches, financial advisor Munish Sood, Adidas global sports marketing director Jim Gatto, and Andy Miller from ASM […]
So the big personal news this week is that I injured my right leg pretty badly playing basketball. We have a half-court three-on-three pick up game that we usually play about twice-per-week. I’ve made it through many years without a real tweak. But the luck has run out. Going up for a rebound, I came […]
According to the agency, Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Robert Nkedmiche has signed with VaynerSports for both his on-field and off-field representation. The second-year defensive end was previously represented by Impact Sports, per spotrac. Drafted 29th overall in the 2016 NFL Draft by the Cardinals, the Georgia-native was a five-star recruit out of high school and […]