Category Archives: SPORTS LAW

Lance Armstrong concedes battle; but not findings

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Roy Kessel

Lance Armstrong is done arguing his case and ready to move on with his life.  The decision has broad implications as Armstrong’s decision comes with a potential life time ban and loss of titles. Armstrong has made the decision in … finish reading Lance Armstrong concedes battle; but not findings

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Michigan Running Back Pleads Guilty

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Danny Malter

Michigan running back Fitgerald Toussaint has pleaded guilty to operating while visually impaired.  Not a good time for the Wolverines as they prepare for their big showdown with Alabama ESPN: Michigan Running Back Pleads Guilty Sports Illustrated: Lesser charge for … finish reading Michigan Running Back Pleads Guilty

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NFL, NCAA and states get together to discuss agents; still missing the point

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

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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Sepp Blatter believes no racism in soccer; uproar widespread

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Sepp Blatter is already one of the least popular leaders of the sport he governs.  When you look around the US, despite differences of opinion and feelings that certain decisions are improper, there does not exist the universal contempt for … finish reading Sepp Blatter believes no racism in soccer; uproar widespread

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NBA labor become fight over jurisdiction

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

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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Court Jester: Sandusky Shower

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Some great humor making the rounds Sandusky Shower

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Tennesse rejects discrimination claims of 3 women

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The University of Tennessee has rejected claims by three employees of its women’s athletics department who say they were discriminated against because their salaries were lower than those of employees in the men’s athletics department with comparable duties.

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Disturbing revelations about PA governor funding Second Mile

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

News just keeps pouring out about the connections of Second Mile to all types of celebrities, former athletes and now politicians. This Sports by Brooks article shows that PA governor Tom Corbett provided a grant of approximately $3 million for … finish reading Disturbing revelations about PA governor funding Second Mile

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Gary Pinkel arrested for DUI

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Missouri coach Gary Pinkel arrested for DUI. Best tweet about the situation:  SEC coaches are supposed to cheat, not break the law

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Questions mounting about McQueary account of incident

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You would hate to be a prosecutor in a case where your alleged star witness starts changing his story, adding facts which were never previously disclosed or firing off emails trying to defend himself. Yet that is where we are … finish reading Questions mounting about McQueary account of incident

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SI Cover Jinx will not apply to PSU

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

How could it?  How could things get any worse for PSU?  What else could they possibly screw up? SI has an extensive Special Report in the upcoming issue that will examine many aspects of the PSU drama.  Entitled:  Scandal. Shame.  … finish reading SI Cover Jinx will not apply to PSU

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Internet posting leads to McQueary and other evidence

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In today’s world, the internet can be the police’s best friend because no other medium has the permanency and casualness. People rarely pay a lot of attention to what they write, but their words remain posted and are essentially archived … finish reading Internet posting leads to McQueary and other evidence

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Lawyers say loophole could protect Paterno on civil suits

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Lots of varying opinions on how much liability PSU should have, but one of the main issues is whether there are defenses (or smoke screens) that the school and its administration could use.  An interesting look here at the level … finish reading Lawyers say loophole could protect Paterno on civil suits

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PSU police deny McQueary reported crime

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Despite his emails and protests that he had indeed reported the alleged incident he witnessed to the police. Mike McQueary’s story came into further question today amidst statements that he had not done so.

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New Judge assigned to Sandusky case

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

With everything going on at PSU it seems like a textbook case for “How to do EVERYTHING wrong.” But at least now we apparently will have a judge with no ties to Sandusky, PSU or Second Mile.

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Guest Post: Wisconsin Att. Gen J.B. Van Hollen: Penn State scandal is call to action

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Penn state scandal is a call to action For Immediate Release                                                              For More Information Contact: November 14, 2011                                                                   Dana Brueck 608/266-1221 MADISON — The Penn State child sexual assault scandal has put the issue of child abuse exactly where … finish reading Guest Post: Wisconsin Att. Gen J.B. Van Hollen: Penn State scandal is call to action

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Guest column: Joe Paterno and the Moral Duty Required of Coaches

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In the last week, the events at Penn State involving their football program and legendary coach Joe Paterno have taken over the news world. With such a big story connected to sports, coaching, leadership, morals, etc, The Positive Coaching Alliance … finish reading Guest column: Joe Paterno and the Moral Duty Required of Coaches

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Costas’ take on Sandusky interview

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Bob Costas did a terrific job and remained poised and calm even in the face of some of the questionable responses he received from Jerry Sandusky. Here Costas takes a look back with Dan Patrick and discusses elements which were … finish reading Costas’ take on Sandusky interview

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Could another sex abuse scandal be brewing at the Citadel

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

We are all outraged and upset with Penn State, and rightfully so.  But the reality is that it is likely that this is going on in other places too. Here is a story about the situation at the Citadel. The … finish reading Could another sex abuse scandal be brewing at the Citadel

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Munson: Victims likely to sue

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Lester Munson is one of the rare media people who is able to translate the complexities of the legal process and break it down to a manageable format. Here he looks at the likelihood that the victims will sue PSU … finish reading Munson: Victims likely to sue

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