The uncertain future of the NCAA post Alston – Federal v State Legislation v Conference Guidelines
LawInSport Weekly News Recap - 26 November
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FIBA Intercontinental Cup to break new ground with 2022 edition taking place in Egypt
The next edition of the FIBA Intercontinental Cup is set to mark a landmark in the history of the competition which started 56 years ago, as it will be held in February 2022 in Cairo, Egypt, taking place in an African country for the first time.
The event is poised to further enhance its unique transatlantic status by also becoming the first club competition in basketball history to feature contenders that will be representing four different regional leagues.
FIBA boosts basketball's presence in Canada by signing deal with market leader Sportsnet
Protecting Filipino Athletes Abroad: Labor Registration & Visa Requirements
Cultivating Culture Through Commoditisation: Why NFTs Present An Unparalleled Opportunity For The Sports Sector
The NBA Lawyers’ Business, Part 2: Music Synch Licensing
China cuts NBA broadcasts after Boston Celtic Enes Kanter called for Tibetan independence
China has removed broadcasts of NBA games after Boston Celtics player Enes Kanter called for China to give Tibet independence.
Kanter posted a video in which he said “Brutal dictator of China, Xi Jinping, I have a message for you and your henchmen. Under the Chinese government's brutal rule, Tibetan people's basic rights and freedoms are non-existent.” Following the video being posted Chinese platform Tencent cut the broadcast of the Celtics game against the New York Knicks.
Sports Law Weekly News Recap - 15 October
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Samoa launch historic Professional Basketball League
Samoa Basketball took a few steps forward launching the historic Samoa National Basketball Federation Professional League to promote the game and improve the competition level in-country.
The Future Of Sports Broadcasting In UAE: Reimagining Rights Agreements & Collaborating With The Competition
FIBA Europe Board confirms 2022 Youth Championships hosts ahead of General Assembly in Sarajevo
The Board of FIBA Europe, term of office 2019-2023, convened for its 15th meeting in Sarajevo on Friday, October 1, ahead of the annual General Assembly of the European national federations due to take place in the same location on Saturday, October 2
International Basketball Migration Report 2021 marks milestone with tenth edition
NEUCHATEL/MIES (Switzerland) – The International Centre for Sports Studies (CIES) and FIBA have published the International Basketball Migration Report 2021.
The Legal Recognition Of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) In India
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.
Comparing Approaches to Anti-Doping: WADA, MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL & UFC: Part 2
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.
How could US college football be restructured to improve its competitive & economic potential?
The NCAA College Basketball Bribery Scandal: The Scheme that Continues to Shake Collegiate Sports
NCAA V. Alston - Why The NCAA Lost & What The Future Holds
Will The NCAA’s One-Time Transfer Rule Empower Athletes Or Undermine The Game?
How The Professional Collegiate League Aims To Disrupt College Athletics: Part 1 - Challenging An Economic Cartel
The College Athletes Bill Of Rights: The (Potential) Future Of U.S. Collegiate Sports Regulation
College athlete’s payment case to be heard by US Supreme Court
The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case regarding payments to college athletes after a lower court barred the NCAA from capping athlete’s education-related compensation and benefits.
Hazan, Lewis v/ PAOK Basketball Club
Registration Extension & Financial Support - Sports Law Arbitration Moot (SLAM)
Only three weeks after the launch of the SLAM 2022, 30+ teams registered for the global sports law moot competition. However, many teams have asked for an extension, and following consultations with students and academic institutions, we are excited to be announcing the registration deadline has been extended to 8 December 2021.
Former Atlanta Dream Players Courtney Williams & Crystal Bradford Suspended
The WNBA announced today that former Atlanta Dream players Courtney Williams and Crystal Bradford have been suspended without pay for their roles in an altercation outside of an Atlanta-area club in May and for related health and safety protocol violations. Williams’ suspension is for two games and Bradford’s suspension is for one game.
WNBA Approves New Playoff Format
The WNBA Board of Governors approved changes to the league’s playoff format and postseason seeding, effective with the 2022 season, the WNBA announced today. The reconfigured postseason structure will include three rounds of series-play using a best-of 3-5-5 format.
Beginning with the WNBA’s 26th season, the eight teams with the highest winning percentages over a 36-game schedule regardless of conference will qualify for the playoffs and be seeded based on their record. All eight playoff teams will participate in first-round, bracket-style play consisting of four best-of-three series.
Name Image & Likeness - How Laws Are Evolving For NCAA Athletes’ Compensation
Bertomeau 'to step down' as Euroleague CEO after six clubs vote to dismiss him
Euroleague Basketball chief executive Jordi Bertomeu will leave his position at the end of the season after six of the basketball club competition’s 11 shareholder teams voted to dismiss him.
In a teleconference including all eleven of the league’s shareholders, six clubs voted to oust the Catalan executive while five voted to keep him on, according to multiple reports.
FIBA agreement with Nelonen Media set to unite Finnish national team with fans
The NBA Lawyers’ Business, Part 1: Alcohol Beverage Sponsors
Coinbase & WNBA Announce Multiyear Partnership
Coinbase Global, Inc. (Coinbase) and the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) today announced a multiyear partnership that makes Coinbase the exclusive cryptocurrency platform partner of the league. The global partnership is the first in the cryptocurrency category for the WNBA.
Bolivia Basketball Federation begin FIBA PLUS Strategic Planning Program
TARIJA (Bolivia) - FIBA and the Bolivia Basketball Federation (FBB) are pleased to announce the launch of the FIBA PLUS Strategic Planning Program.
Global partnership with J9 set to bring fans across the globe closer to the game
Frank Leenders, FIBA Media & Marketing Services Director General, said: "We are excited to have J9 joining the FIBA family as our most recent Global Partner. This partnership will certainly boost FIBA's goal of advancing the promotion of basketball worldwide while at the same time bring fans closer to the game through new and improved experiences, including the Trophy Tour and other activities supported by our new Global Partner J9."
FIBA Europe General Assembly 2021 convenes in Sarajevo
The 2021 session of the FIBA Europe General Assembly convened in Sarajevo on Saturday under a hybrid meeting format, with approximately two-thirds of the delegates attending in person in the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the rest participating via videoconference.
LawInSport Weekly News Recap - 1 October
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FIBA U17 Oceania Championships postponed to April 2022
GOLD COAST (Australia) – The Men’s and Women’s 2021 FIBA U17 Oceania Championship scheduled in December in Samoa have been postponed due to travel restrictions in the region.
NBA rejects Golden State Warriors’ Andrew Wiggins request for religious exemption from San Francisco vaccination mandate
The NBA has denied Andrew Wiggins’ request for a religious exemption from the San Francisco mandatory requirement for all attendees at indoor gatherings to be vaccinated against Covid-19.
Comparing Approaches to Anti-Doping: WADA, MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL & UFC: Part 3
Comparing Approaches to Anti-Doping: WADA, MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL & UFC: Part 1
FIBA statement regarding independent Integrity Officer report on allegations of systemic sexual harassment within the Mali Basketball Federation
Following several allegations of systemic sexual harassment within the Mali Basketball Federation (FMBB) received on June 10, the report of the independent Integrity Officer has been delivered to FIBA.
In addition to the suspension on June 14 of coach Amadou Bamba, coach Oumar Sissoko, official Hario Maiga and on July 23 of FMBB President Harouna Maiga, after carefully reviewing the document and following the recommendation of the Integrity Officer, FIBA will be issuing additional suspensions against three other members of the FMBB, pending the opening of disciplinary proceedings: coach Fanta Diallou, Secretary General Seydou Maiga and Vice President Amadou Traore. Further decisions will be taken in due course by the competent FIBA bodies.
Letter: Investigation on sexual abuse allegation in Mali Basketball
World Players Association joins Sport & Rights Alliance to demand justice for Mali Basketball players
Mr. Andreas Zagklis
Secretary General
Fédération Internationale de Basketball (FIBA)
July 29, 2021
Re: Investigation on Sexual Abuse Allegation in Mali Basketball
How U.S. Courts Have Dealt with COVID-19 Business Interruption Insurance Cases Involving Pro Sports Teams
Polish Competition Authority investigates suspected collusion among basketball teams
FIBA statement regarding allegations of systemic sexual harassment within the Mali Basketball Federation
FIBA has received since June 10 through the New York Times and Human Rights Watch several allegations about systemic sexual harassment within the Mali Basketball Federation.
How Brexit Affects Sports Broadcasting In The UK And Europe
Sports Law In 2021 – Key Issues to watch in Africa, Asia & Australia
Creating a level playing field? Athletes turning to courts to protect their employment law rights
Milovic v/ KB Bashkimi
