Sports Litigation Alert Current Issue

Here’s the latest issue of Sports Litigation Alert, the nation’s only subscription-based periodical reporting on the intersection of sports and the law. We also publish 11 other sports law periodicals. Visit hackneypublications.com to learn more.

Sep 20, 2024

Vol. 21, Iss. 17

Case Summaries

Articles

The Need for a Dedicated Esports Visa Program for the U.S.

By Ed Tomasi The esports industry has rapidly evolved from a niche interest into a global phenomenon, with millions of fans and substantial economic impacts for host destinations.  In 2021, global esports revenues are expected to hit $1.8 billion by 2024. The...

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Sports Lawyer to Lead Santa Clara Athletics

Santa Clara University President Julie Sullivan hasannounced the appointment of Heather M. Owen J.D. '03, Stanford University deputy athletics director/SWA (Senior Woman Administrator) as the next Broncos director of athletics. Owen, who earned a J.D....

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Getting to Know … Sports Law Professor Katie Brown

Featured below is an interview with Texas Tech University Assistant Professor Katie Brown, PhD, a member of the Sports and Recreation Law Association. Dr. Brown, a member in the faculty of the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management, received her Bachelor’s in...

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Cozen O’Connor Sponsors LPGA Golfer

Cozen O’Connor, one of the largest and fastest-growing law firms in North America, announced last month that it has begun sponsoring LPGA golfer Ally Ewing. Ewing, who has three prestigious tour victories to her name, is currently the only LPGA golfer that is...

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Cyberbullying and Sexual Harassment Rampant in Esports

Despite women making up 46% of the world's 3 billion video game players, those who turn professional are likely to be bullied or sexually harassed. It’s one of the fastest growing industries globally, raking in millions for the best players and attracting a huge...

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News Briefs

Pierson Ferdinand Strengthens Sports Practice

Pierson Ferdinand LLP (PierFerd) has announced the appointment of sports lawyer Sekou Campbell as a Partner in its Global Media, Entertainment, and Sports Practice. Campbell brings extensive experience in representing intellectual creatives – particularly those...

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