Negotiating athlete endorsement agreements in India

Indian cricket player on Indian flag design in background

Published Tuesday, 06 September 2022.

Here We Go Again – How To Address Pitch Invasions In English Football?

Published Friday, 10 June 2022.

Athletics coach Rana Reider to be investigated over sexual misconduct claims

Athletics coach Rana Reider set to be investigated by the US Center for SafeSport after multiple complaints of sexual misconduct were made against him.

Reider is a well renowned athletics trainer as he has trained multiple World and Olympic Champions including Tokyo 2020 Olympic 200m gold medallist Andre de Grasse and two-time Olympic champion Christian Taylor.

US Soccer appoints former Deputy Attorney General to lead sexual misconduct investigation

Former United States Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates has been appointed by US Soccer to lead an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).

Mali: Inquiry Links Basketball Federation to Sexual Abuse

The International Basketball Federation’s (FIBA) report on systemic sexual harassment and abuse within the Mali Basketball Federation (FMBB) vindicates the victims of abuse, survivors, whistleblowers, and activists who took enormous risks to bring this abuse to light, the Sport & Rights Alliance said today.

INTERPOL: Integrity in sport - bi-weekly bulletin - 7-20 September

INVESTIGATIONS

Belgium

Belgian police to investigate possible basketball fraud case

BRUSSELS (AP) — The Belgian basketball federation has asked the country’s federal police to investigate a possible fraud case related to the organization of 3x3 tournaments in the runup to the Tokyo Olympics.

Following discussions with the local Wallonia and Flanders federations, Basketball Belgium said in a statement on Tuesday that it contacted a police unit specialized in sports fraud to conduct a “thorough investigation.”

The federation said a disciplinary inquiry was being carried out by Basketball Flanders in addition to a criminal complaint.

De Standaard newspaper reported last month that fake 3x3 basketball tournaments were set up in Belgium from August to October 2019 in a bid to allow the Belgium team to collect the necessary points to be able to take part in qualifying for the Olympic Games.

The NCAA College Basketball Bribery Scandal: The Scheme that Continues to Shake Collegiate Sports

Published Thursday, 29 July 2021.

Richard Sherman pleads not guilty to five misdemeanors, states he's 'deeply remorseful for my actions'

Richard Sherman, a 10-season NFL veteran, was charged with five misdemeanors by the King County (Wash.) Prosecuting Attorney's Office on Friday, and the free-agent cornerback also released a statement expressing his remorse for the incident earlier this week.

Free-agent CB Richard Sherman arrested, booked on multiple charges

Free-agent cornerback Richard Sherman was arrested near Seattle on Wednesday morning and booked on charges of burglary domestic violence, resisting arrest and malicious mischief, Redmond (Wash.) police chief Darrell Lowe told reporters during an afternoon news conference.

Chiefs DE Frank Clark charged with felony possession of assault weapon

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark was charged Friday with felony possession of an assault weapon, L.A. County District Attorney's office spokesperson Greg Risling confirmed to NFL.com.

Sports Integrity (Betting And Financial Corruption) – The Year In Review 2020/21

Published Thursday, 29 April 2021.

Criminal Prosecution Of UK Football Agents: How FA Regulations Overlap The Bribery Act

Published Tuesday, 30 March 2021.

Addressing Participant Welfare And Safeguarding Issues In Sports Disciplinary Investigations

Published Monday, 11 January 2021.

Sports investigations: the risky business of deleting phone apps

Published Wednesday, 25 November 2020.

Cyber threats to sports organisations (and key steps to reduce exposure)

Published Thursday, 08 October 2020.

Sports integrity (betting and financial corruption) – the year in review 2019/20

Published Friday, 12 June 2020.

The role and extent of criminal sanctions in sport

Published Monday, 15 July 2019.

Key UK tax changes for not-for-profit sports clubs in 2018/19

Published Monday, 07 January 2019.

“Entrapment has won”- How sports stars should respond to media sting operations

Published Wednesday, 18 January 2017.

What sports organisations need to consider when offering internships and volunteer roles

Published Friday, 02 December 2016.

Fighting sports corruption in India: A review of the National Sports Ethics Commission Bill 2016

Published Friday, 01 July 2016.

An overview of how the match-day policing works in English football

Published Tuesday, 03 May 2016.

Violence in Gaelic sports: what can be done to address it?

Published Wednesday, 02 September 2015.

Why should sports governing bodies take allegations of corruption seriously? Lessons from the FIFA investigations

Published Monday, 13 July 2015.

An overview of the latest match-fixing policy developments in 2015

Published Wednesday, 13 May 2015.

Ensuring Fair Process For Players In Sexual Assault Claims - The Jake Virtanen NHL Case

Published Friday, 26 August 2022.

‘Fouls’ Off The Field of Play – Key Considerations For Athletes, Clubs & Sponsors

Published Friday, 27 May 2022.

The trial against the fan who caused the crash at the Tour de France

Tomorrow, on the day when the Tour de France 2022 will be officially presented and the rebirth of the Tour de Femmes will be celebrated, a criminal trial will be held in Brest against the spectator who caused a group crash on the first stage of the 2021 edition Brest-Landerneau on 26th June.

Trade Mark Infringement: How UK’s New Sentencing Guidelines Benefit Sports Organisations

Published Friday, 01 October 2021.

An Athlete's guide: Knowing Your Rights When Involved In Police Investigations

Published Friday, 24 September 2021.

Benjamin Mendy’s criminal charges – employment, sporting & financial repercussions

Published Tuesday, 31 August 2021.

NFL investigation into Deshaun Watson 'ongoing and active'; QB eligible to participate in team activities

Deshaun Watson reported to Houston Texans training camp on Sunday and, while currently under investigation by the NFL into multiple allegations of sexual assault and harassment, faces "no restrictions" to his participation with the club at this time, the league announced Tuesday.

Guidance For Athletes On Social Media Use And Reviewing Historic Posts

Published Thursday, 15 July 2021.

Falcons terminate Barkevious Mingo's contract following LB's arrest on child indecency charge

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Barkevious Mingo was arrested Thursday in Arlington, Texas on a charge of "indecency with a child, sexual contact," NFL.com confirmed Saturday, via Arlington Police Department records.