Jun
    18

    Baseball ‘Prospect’ Dupes Girlfriend, Scribes And A Couple Of Agents

    Montaous Walton

    Montaous Walton.  It is very unlikely that you have ever heard the name, unless you happened to read a recent long-form article written by Brandon Sneed for SBNation.com.  And if you have not read the article, it is highly recommended that you do. Montaous was a boy with a dream of playing baseball.  He so…
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    Jun
    17

    Nerlens Noel Signs With A Pair Of Agents

    Kentucky Wildcats forward Nerlens Noel (3) and teammates huddle up against the Florida Gators during the first half at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory USA TODAY Sports

    On June 13 I was tweeted news that University of Kentucky center Nerlens Noel signed with basketball agent Andy Miller of ASM Sports. Quickly thereafter I confirmed the tweet and learned that Noel had made his decision only one hour prior to my receipt of the information. Probably #1 NBA draft pick Nerlens Noel signs with agent…
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    Jun
    14

    Shabbat Shalom: Friday Wrap-up (6/14/2013)

    QB Geno Smith, represented by Select Sports Group, is projected to be a first round pick in the 2013 NFL Draft. Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

    Looking forward to heading up to Minneapolis, Minnesota for the first time ever to be a part of the Sports Law for Rookies and Veterans event.  It will be fun to meet new people and see some old friends including Steve Silton, Blake Baratz and my Miami neighbor, Claire Zovko.  I just hope that the…
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    Jun
    13

    The Misunderstood Role Of Marketing NFL Players

    MINNEAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 4:  Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings runs for a 1st down in the 1st qtr against the San Diego Chargers on November 4, 2007, at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  Minnesota won 35-17. (Photo by K.C. Alfred/Union-Tribune via Getty Images) *** LOCAL CAPTION ***

    The following article is a guest contribution from Evan Brennan. Mr. Brennan is a current student at Whittier Law School in Orange County, CA. He holds a Master’s degree in Sports Management from California State University at Long Beach, and a Bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University. He has worked in athlete public relations, marketing,…
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    Jun
    12

    Brewer Sports Symposium’s Sports Law For Rookies And Veterans

    The

    What: Event - Sports Law for Rookies and Veterans (part of the Brewer Sports Symposium) When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) Where: Minneapolis Club (729 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota) 8:30-9:45am: If They Build It, Will They Come? Lester Bagley (VP Minnesota Vikings) Kevin Warren (VP and CAO Minnesota Vikings) Franklin Jones (Greenberg Traurig…
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    Jun
    11

    Neymar’s Transfer Highlights Cloudy World Of Third Party Ownership

    LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 27:  Neymar of Brazil on the ball during the International friendly match between Brazil and Scotland at Emirates Stadium on March 27, 2011 in London, England.  (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Neymar

    Soccer star Neymar, the most marketable athlete in the world, has just transferred to European powerhouse Barcelona. The 21 year-old has left Brazilian based club Santos in a reported €57m deal. Though the move is not so clear cut. A common practice for soccer players in Brazil is the selling of their economic rights. This…
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    Jun
    10

    2013 MLB Draft Round 1 Advisors/Players List

    Stanford Cardinal pitcher Mark Appel (26) is met at the mound by teammates during the fourth inning of game one of the Tallahassee super regional against the Florida State Seminoles at Dick Howser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Vastola-USA TODAY Sports

    Prior coverage of MLB Draft (advisor/player) relationships: 2012| 2011 Keep up with Sports Agent Blog on Twitter | Facebook | RSS First Round + Competitive Balance A Highlights Frontline Sports Management with 5 clients selected – 12.82% Excel Sports Management with 5 clients selected – 12.82% Scott Boras with 4 clients selected – 10.26% Jet Sports Management with 4 clients selected – 10.26% Sosnick Cobbe with 3…
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    Jun
    07

    Shabbat Shalom: Friday Wrap-up (6/7/2013)

    Tiger Woods' agent, Mark Steinberg, recently spoke about his client's comeback. Credit: Brian Spurlock-US PRESSWIRE

    Can you feel the Heat down in your soul?  I was the guest speaker for a Middle School graduation yesterday.  That was quite the experience.  I am so tired of people saying that the Miami Heat play in South Beach.  This article was rather refreshing to read.  This week on FORBES: (1) Seth Jones Headlines Group…
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    Jun
    06

    Latrell Sprewell’s Former Agent Settles Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Lawsuit

    Latrell Spreewell's former agent settled a lawsuit brought by the SEC. Photo Credit: Elsa/Getty Images.

    At one point in his life, Robert Gist served as NBA player Latrell Sprewell’s agent and attorney.  He advised Speewell when apparel company And 1 offered the NBA player a role as endorser of the brand’s products.  At first, Gist steered Sprewell away from the deal.  Later, he would be by Sprewell’s side when the…
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    Jun
    05

    2013 MLB Draft Focus: Sosnick Cobbe Sports

    Matt Sosnick

    By the end of the first round of the 2013 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, Sosnick Cobbe Sports could have up to five advisees selected by professional baseball clubs.  That would mark a new record for the baseball agency founded by Matt Sosnick and Paul Cobbe – a partnership that has lasted numerous successful…
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