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GUEST POST: The Trials and Tribulations of the Lake-Show and the NBA Trade Deadline – George Kyriazakos

My how times have changed since July 9, 2019 when Hollywood’s new chosen one, LeBron James appeared to change the NBA landscape upon taking his talents to Los Angeles. At that time, the dawn of a new era appeared to arrive as the newest version of “Showtime” was ready to assembled.  But that was then, and […]

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Kyler Murray Picks Erik Burkhardt For Football Representation

Kyler Murray, Heisman Trophy QB and the 9th overall draft pick by the Oakland A’s in the 2018 MLB Draft, announced via Twitter that he has committed to his dream of playing quarterback in the NFL rather than playing baseball. Early the following morning, Adam Schefter reported that Kyler Murray has chosen Erik Burkhardt as […]

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Onto the Next One: Ravens Running Back Gus Edwards

Breakout rookie running back Gus Edwards has agreed to sign with Rosenhaus Sports Representation and will be represented by agents Drew and Jason Rosenhaus. Formerly a part of Malka Sports with agent Pat Capra, Edwards was welcomed by Drew Rosenhaus on Instagram: View this post on Instagram @godsgiftgus13 welcome to the @rosenhaussports family! A post […]

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TLA Worldwide US Rebrands As GSE Worldwide

Through a new acquisition by Gatemore Capital Management, leading athlete representation and sports marketing firm TLA Worldwide has now been rebranded as GSE Worldwide, for their US division.  Headquartered in New York, GSE Worldwide serves athletes and personalities in baseball, broadcasting, coaching, golf, tennis and also represents prominent media figures. With over 300 clients in […]

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Miami Hurricanes’ Dewan Hernandez Declares For NBA Draft After Extended NCAA Suspension

Dewan Hernandez’s career with the University of Miami basketball program has come to a disappointing end. Earlier this week, the NCAA ruled Hernandez will be ineligible for the remainder of the season and 40 percent of next season, for accepting benefits from an agent. Per NCAA rules, this violation warrants permanent ineligibility unless an appeal […]

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Relationships Matter The Most In Sports, Says Industry Vet Dr. Lynn Lashbrook

Dr. Lynn Lashbrook just returned from India. He described the trip as part business and part pleasure. Pretty much anywhere he travels around the world could be construed as a business expense. The company he founded, Sports Management Worldwide (SMWW), is over twenty years old and has now worked with individuals based in more than […]

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Female NFL Agents Making Strides

Potential No. 1 overall draft pick, Alabama defensive tackle Quinnen Williams, can make history if selected first overall. Williams would become the first player to be selected No. 1 in the draft, who is represented by a female agent. Williams is represented by Young Money APPA agent, Nicole Lynn. Williams will also become Lynn’s first, […]

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All-American SEC Defensive Players Sign With Young Money APAA

Dwayne Michael Carter, or “Lil Wayne” has become a force to be reckoned with in the world of athlete representation. The rap icon has used his unique swagger and intelligence to develop Young Money APAA into a dominant force within the sports agency industry. After the firm’s acquisition of former competitor PlayersRep Sports Management in […]

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NFL Draft Prospect Rashan Gary Leads By Example With Own Sports Agency

As the 2019 NFL Draft approaches, highly touted defensive end Rashan Gary out of the University of Michigan has decided to lead by example. The potential first-round pick has decided to step outside the box in regard to his representation. Gary has done so by starting his own sports agency, a first step in cementing […]

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Dwayne Haskins Signs with Athletes First

Heisman Trophy finalist, Dwayne Haskins has signed with David Mulugheta of Athletes First to represent him in the 2019 NFL Draft. After a breakout season, Haskins broke 27 total records in both the Ohio State and Big Ten Conference record books. He won the Chicago Tribune Silver Football Award as the best player in the […]