Once again there is an attempt to come up with a new solution to the “agent problem”. The difficulty is that these parties continue to miss the point. You cannot solve a problem unless you accurately identify what the problem … finish reading NFL, NCAA and states get together to discuss agents; still missing the point
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It is amazing how the NBA labor situation seems to receive about 1% of the attention that the NFL labor stoppage did. And it is not only because of the PSU scandal, although that has certainly helped give the media … finish reading NBA labor become fight over jurisdiction
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North Carolina State Forward CJ Leslie was suspended 3 games for receiving $140 in improper benefits.
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ESPN report that the NBA players are unlikely to accept the current deal
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Miami’s DeQuan Jones is planning to sit out the season while the school reviews eligibility issues including whether he was recruited with $10,000 from a booster.
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Unlike the NBA which sat on its hands for a long period of time without any tangible progress, it seems that MLB is making progress as it goes forward towards a resolution. Some reports seem to feel that the draft … finish reading MLB labor in background to WS, seems to be progressing
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It is always amazing when you see lawsuits filed by agents against players even in the wake of the ongoing improper benefits which were provided by that agent. The allegations were first reported by The Washington Post which has a … finish reading Beasley files countersuit against agent for improper benefits
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Vadnerbilt center Festus Ezeli suspended six games for accepting a meal and hotel room from a Vanderbilt University alumnus, a violation of NCAA rules. Vanderbilt self-reported the violationto the Southeastern Conference and NCAA in early August. The NCAA finalized its ruling … finish reading Vandy center Ezeli suspended six games
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The NCAA claims to investigate issues relating to agent involvement in incidents that cause eligibility problems. But when a state finally decides to do a real investigation into the issues and wants to get cooperation and documentation from the NCAA, … finish reading North Carolina Secretary of State sues NCAA
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As we discussed in yesterday’s update, there was no reason to believe that the NHL would rescind the suspension of Minnesota Wild’s Pierre-Marc Bouchard. They didn’t. So despite the agent’s protest, the league was not convinced.
Three Ohio State players have been suspended for the big game the Buckeyes are facing at Nebraska on Saturday night. Ohio State was supposed to be getting back the players suspended from last season, but now in the wake of … finish reading Three Ohio State players suspended again; lack of institutional control seems to be rising
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As you read the various reports about the NBA labor situation you see a lot of animosity between the sides. And if you think that there is hope that the situation will be resolved, look at the facts: David Stern … finish reading NBA season in jeopardy, sides not even close
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Guys, I write to you from New York where we have had the most recent negotiating sessions, the latest one today. I wanted to keep everyone in the loop on the events of the past few days and since my … finish reading Text of letter from Derek Fisher responding to agent letter
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The following is the text of a letter sent by a group of high profile NBA agents to NBA players. The group of agents consisted of: Arn Tellem of Wasserman Media Group; Bill Duffy of BDA Sports; Dan Fegan of … finish reading Text of letter to NBA players from group of agents
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With the debate over whether or not Terrelle Pryor should have appealed his 5 game suspension brewing, questions have now arisen whether or not the suspension was actually appealed. Apparently Pryor has not authorized an appeal and Drew Rosenhaus and … finish reading Was Pryor’s suspension appealed? Without consent?
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NFL, NCAA and states get together to discuss agents; still missing the point
Once again there is an attempt to come up with a new solution to the “agent problem”. The difficulty is that these parties continue to miss the point. You cannot solve a problem unless you accurately identify what the problem … finish reading NFL, NCAA and states get together to discuss agents; still missing the point