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Shabbat Shalom: Friday Wrap-up (11/17/2017)

I made it back from Costa Rica in one piece, but barely. In fact, I was lucky to come home when I did, as a 6.5 earthquake hit around where I was staying right after we departed to come back home. Overall, it was a great trip. But as always, it’s good to be back. […]

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On To The Next One: Jeff Green

According to various social media posts, Cleveland Cavaliers forward Jeff Green has signed with Roc Nation Sports for his representation. The announcement was made as the Cavs wrapped up a four-game road trip, with a pit stop in New York to take on the Knicks. The deal was likely signed during this stay. He was […]

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Dear Sports Agents, Don’t Be Scared, Call Your Athletes And Surf The Big Wave Of Social Networks With Them!

The following article is a guest contribution from Giovanni Solazzi. Giovanni Solazzi is a Visiting Sports Law Researcher at Harvard School of Law, where he is writing his dissertation on Publicity Rights and Endorsement Agreements under the supervision of Professor Peter A. Carfagna. Giovanni is visiting from the Alma Mater University of Bologna, where he […]

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On To The Next One: Spencer Dinwiddie

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie is switching teams, but will remain on the Nets’ roster for the 2017-2018 season. No, the Nets did not give up their 24 year old, 6’6″ PG while he is averaging a career best 9.8 PPG and 4.9 APG. However, Spencer Dinwiddie has indeed decided to switch agencies, dropping Excel […]

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NFL Duo Named Newest ProSupps Official Athletes

Per a company press release, nutrition and wellness company ProSupps has signed Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster and LA Chargers linebacker Melvin Ingram as its newest Official Athletes. The signing of the duo marks ProSupps’ first venture into professional football. In becoming Official Athletes, the company will create a strategic relationship between the brand […]

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Shabbat Shalom: Friday Wrap-up (11/10/2017)

I made it back from a week trip to Turkey for the Turkish Airlines Open and I am still quite jetlagged. I’m also currently in Costa Rica, where I’m celebrating my bachelor party with 11 of my closest friends. I don’t think I have any more trips planned (other than business) before the end of […]

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Young Champ Signs With Wasserman And Turns Pro

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 […]

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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 […]

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By The Numbers: NFLPA-Certified Agents Up To 830

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 […]

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Octagon Launches eSports Passion Drivers® Research

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 […]