https://simplecast.com Highway to NIL Highway to NIL analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various enacted and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys generals, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations. © 2023-2026 Troutman Pepper Locke LLP. All Rights Reserved. en Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:15:55 +0000 https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com Highway to NIL https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/a09d927c-18c2-41a0-a6ac-68c14f270a18/a7d572cb-3641-4ae7-b3a7-a37210421d5f/3000x3000/tpl-podcasts-highwaytonil-cover.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com episodic Highway to NIL analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various enacted and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys generals, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations. Callan G. Stein, Christopher M. Brolley, Troutman Pepper Locke false https://feeds.simplecast.com/1FKRroTP college athlete, image, likeness, name, ncaa, nil, student athlete Troutman Pepper Locke nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com 5c87e84d-0e95-405e-b2e1-6973b4656e2f 'Urgent National Action to Save College Sports': Trump’s NIL Playbook In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Mike Lowe break down President Donald Trump's executive order, "Urgent National Action to Save College Sports." Cal and Mike unpack the order's call for a national NIL framework, proposed five-year eligibility caps and transfer limits, protections for women's and Olympic sports, tighter rules on tampering and "fraudulent" NIL deals, and the directive to challenge state laws that conflict with interstate college sports governance.

Key Topics Include:

  • Purpose of Trump's executive order (2:36);
  • Trump's encouragement of Congress to act for a national solution (7:14);
  • Improper financial activities: tortious interference, fraudulent NIL schemes, and fair market value (9:40);
  • Further direction by Trump for regulation of student-athlete eligibility and transfers (17:45);
  • Attorney general action regarding state NIL laws (29:07).

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]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Mike Lowe) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/urgent-national-action-to-save-college-sports-trumps-nil-playbook-Y51xwlCk In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Mike Lowe break down President Donald Trump's executive order, "Urgent National Action to Save College Sports." Cal and Mike unpack the order's call for a national NIL framework, proposed five-year eligibility caps and transfer limits, protections for women's and Olympic sports, tighter rules on tampering and "fraudulent" NIL deals, and the directive to challenge state laws that conflict with interstate college sports governance.

Key Topics Include:

  • Purpose of Trump's executive order (2:36);
  • Trump's encouragement of Congress to act for a national solution (7:14);
  • Improper financial activities: tortious interference, fraudulent NIL schemes, and fair market value (9:40);
  • Further direction by Trump for regulation of student-athlete eligibility and transfers (17:45);
  • Attorney general action regarding state NIL laws (29:07).

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]]> 'Urgent National Action to Save College Sports': Trump’s NIL Playbook Cal Stein, Mike Lowe 00:34:28 Cal Stein and Mike Lowe break down President Donald Trump's executive order, "Urgent National Action to Save College Sports." Cal Stein and Mike Lowe break down President Donald Trump's executive order, "Urgent National Action to Save College Sports." student-athelete, college sports, name-in-likeness, nil, college athlete false full 3 5 d26a91df-49d5-4cba-88da-c4e806be866e 'Desk Drawer Roundup': NIL Contract Fights, Eligibility Battles, and the CSC Participation Agreement In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorney Cal Stein is joined by colleagues Mike Lowe, Philip Nickerson, George Pla, and Derek Centola for a "desk drawer" tour through some of the most consequential recent developments in NIL and college sports. The group unpacks a wave of NIL contract disputes involving high-value athletes, the escalating legal fights over eligibility and the five-year rule, and the emerging governance battles around the College Sports Commission's (CSC) participation agreement.

Key Topics Include:

  • The rise of school-athlete NIL/revenue-sharing contracts post-House settlement (4:01)
  • Contract disputes and tampering allegations (5:38)
  • Why injunctive relief over NIL rights may be more important than chasing damages (9:20)
  • The Diego Pavia JUCO litigation, the expanding plaintiff group, and how the five-year rule is being challenged under antitrust theories (12:18)
  • Trinidad Chambliss, Puff Johnson, and contract-law challenges to eligibility limits (18:21)
  • The CSC participation agreement and governance battles (24:08)

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]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Philip Nickerson, George Pla, Derek Centola) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/desk-drawer-roundup-nil-contract-fights-eligibility-battles-and-the-csc-participation-agreement-SNXkVxTq In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorney Cal Stein is joined by colleagues Mike Lowe, Philip Nickerson, George Pla, and Derek Centola for a "desk drawer" tour through some of the most consequential recent developments in NIL and college sports. The group unpacks a wave of NIL contract disputes involving high-value athletes, the escalating legal fights over eligibility and the five-year rule, and the emerging governance battles around the College Sports Commission's (CSC) participation agreement.

Key Topics Include:

  • The rise of school-athlete NIL/revenue-sharing contracts post-House settlement (4:01)
  • Contract disputes and tampering allegations (5:38)
  • Why injunctive relief over NIL rights may be more important than chasing damages (9:20)
  • The Diego Pavia JUCO litigation, the expanding plaintiff group, and how the five-year rule is being challenged under antitrust theories (12:18)
  • Trinidad Chambliss, Puff Johnson, and contract-law challenges to eligibility limits (18:21)
  • The CSC participation agreement and governance battles (24:08)

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]]> 'Desk Drawer Roundup': NIL Contract Fights, Eligibility Battles, and the CSC Participation Agreement Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Philip Nickerson, George Pla, Derek Centola 00:37:30 Join Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Philip Nickerson, George Pla, and Derek Centola for a "desk drawer" tour through some of the most consequential recent developments in NIL and college sports. Join Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Philip Nickerson, George Pla, and Derek Centola for a "desk drawer" tour through some of the most consequential recent developments in NIL and college sports. college sport, ncaa, student-athlete, name-in-likeness, nil false full 2 5 614cddec-fb4d-45a8-9630-52ff8feb1bdf Beyond the Deals: Student-Athlete Identity, Development, and NIL With 42U's Stephen Bienko In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley are joined by 42U CEO and former Division I student-athlete Stephen Bienko to discuss how NIL is reshaping college sports from the inside out. Stephen explains how 42U helps athletes understand their identity, decision-making, and long-term goals rather than chasing one-off NIL deals. The conversation explores how Power Four and mid-major programs are building NIL infrastructures, why women's and Olympic sports may offer the greatest growth opportunity, how student-athlete expectations have evolved since the early days of NIL, and how regulatory and compliance uncertainty is affecting administrators and athletes alike.

Key Topics Include:

  • Stephen's athletic background, as well as the founding story and core mission of 42U (1:39)
  • How 42U uses psychological assessments to focus on identity, decision-making, and long-term development, not just NIL transactions (5:40)
  • Trends in internal NIL infrastructures (7:15)
  • Differences in NIL approach between Power Four programs and mid-major/smaller schools (10:23)
  • Conference- and sport-specific dynamics in NIL, and the rising commercial and NIL value of women's and Olympic sports such as volleyball and gymnastics (14:06)
  • The evolution of student-athlete expectations from quick NIL deals to intentional brand-building, financial literacy, and career leverage (17:23)
  • Differences in NIL engagement across gender, sport, and division level, and specifically women's volleyball as NIL growth opportunity (23:39)
  • How shifting NCAA rules, state laws, litigation, and tools like NIL Go are impacting schools and athletes (35:17).

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]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Stephen Bienko) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/beyond-the-deals-student-athlete-identity-development-and-nil-with-42us-stephen-bienko-Q4zPDPv9 In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley are joined by 42U CEO and former Division I student-athlete Stephen Bienko to discuss how NIL is reshaping college sports from the inside out. Stephen explains how 42U helps athletes understand their identity, decision-making, and long-term goals rather than chasing one-off NIL deals. The conversation explores how Power Four and mid-major programs are building NIL infrastructures, why women's and Olympic sports may offer the greatest growth opportunity, how student-athlete expectations have evolved since the early days of NIL, and how regulatory and compliance uncertainty is affecting administrators and athletes alike.

Key Topics Include:

  • Stephen's athletic background, as well as the founding story and core mission of 42U (1:39)
  • How 42U uses psychological assessments to focus on identity, decision-making, and long-term development, not just NIL transactions (5:40)
  • Trends in internal NIL infrastructures (7:15)
  • Differences in NIL approach between Power Four programs and mid-major/smaller schools (10:23)
  • Conference- and sport-specific dynamics in NIL, and the rising commercial and NIL value of women's and Olympic sports such as volleyball and gymnastics (14:06)
  • The evolution of student-athlete expectations from quick NIL deals to intentional brand-building, financial literacy, and career leverage (17:23)
  • Differences in NIL engagement across gender, sport, and division level, and specifically women's volleyball as NIL growth opportunity (23:39)
  • How shifting NCAA rules, state laws, litigation, and tools like NIL Go are impacting schools and athletes (35:17).

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]]> Beyond the Deals: Student-Athlete Identity, Development, and NIL With 42U's Stephen Bienko Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Stephen Bienko 00:43:44 Cal Stein and Chris Brolley are joined by 42U CEO and former Division I student-athlete Stephen Bienko to discuss how NIL is reshaping college sports from the inside out. Cal Stein and Chris Brolley are joined by 42U CEO and former Division I student-athlete Stephen Bienko to discuss how NIL is reshaping college sports from the inside out. college sport, ncaa, student-athlete, name-in-likeness, student athlete, nil false full 1 5 2b8b170c-a2cf-4303-97f7-f56fc6a88968 Maximizing Revenue: The Future of College Sports Media Rights in a Post-House World In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and George Pla look at the post-House settlement landscape, including the revenue-sharing pool that allows schools to pay athletes up to 22% of athletic revenue. They examine how those payments may impact athletic budgets and nonrevenue sports, and how schools may seek to make up any shortfalls by, among other things, maximizing their media rights revenue through incentive-based agreements and exploring private capital investments.

Key Topics Include:

  • Overview of the House settlement and payments to student-athletes (3:13);
  • Financial impact of revenue sharing payments to student-athletes on schools (7:10);
  • How schools are balancing budgets, including potential for private equity investment (11:33);
  • The ACC media rights lawsuit and the need to maximize media rights revenue (16:36);
  • Incentive-based media rights arrangements (22:30).

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]]> Thu, 6 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (George Pla, Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/maximizing-revenue-the-future-of-college-sports-media-rights-in-a-post-house-world-A5cqVGpK In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and George Pla look at the post-House settlement landscape, including the revenue-sharing pool that allows schools to pay athletes up to 22% of athletic revenue. They examine how those payments may impact athletic budgets and nonrevenue sports, and how schools may seek to make up any shortfalls by, among other things, maximizing their media rights revenue through incentive-based agreements and exploring private capital investments.

Key Topics Include:

  • Overview of the House settlement and payments to student-athletes (3:13);
  • Financial impact of revenue sharing payments to student-athletes on schools (7:10);
  • How schools are balancing budgets, including potential for private equity investment (11:33);
  • The ACC media rights lawsuit and the need to maximize media rights revenue (16:36);
  • Incentive-based media rights arrangements (22:30).

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]]> Maximizing Revenue: The Future of College Sports Media Rights in a Post-House World George Pla, Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:27:02 Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and George Pla look at the post-House settlement landscape, including the revenue-sharing pool that allows schools to pay athletes up to 22% of athletic revenue. Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and George Pla look at the post-House settlement landscape, including the revenue-sharing pool that allows schools to pay athletes up to 22% of athletic revenue. house settle, college athletics, student-athlete, name-in-likeness false full 9 4 9066b0c2-2a93-41bb-a6ed-09d53eb8b1bc Executive Order Breakdown: President Trump's Vision for College Sports and NIL Reform In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorney Cal Stein breaks down President Trump's "Saving College Sports" executive order. Stein highlights the order's push for new name, image, and likeness (NIL) guardrails, protection and expansion of women's and nonrevenue sports, and a crackdown on third-party pay-for-play payments. He also discusses the call for federal agencies to clarify student-athlete status, signaling possible changes ahead for college athletics governance. 


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]]> Mon, 18 Aug 2025 13:20:13 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Callan Stein) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/executive-order-breakdown-president-trumps-vision-for-college-sports-and-nil-reform-pbIo8L1c In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorney Cal Stein breaks down President Trump's "Saving College Sports" executive order. Stein highlights the order's push for new name, image, and likeness (NIL) guardrails, protection and expansion of women's and nonrevenue sports, and a crackdown on third-party pay-for-play payments. He also discusses the call for federal agencies to clarify student-athlete status, signaling possible changes ahead for college athletics governance. 


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]]> Executive Order Breakdown: President Trump's Vision for College Sports and NIL Reform Callan Stein 00:22:35 In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorney Cal Stein breaks down President Trump's "Saving College Sports" executive order. In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorney Cal Stein breaks down President Trump's "Saving College Sports" executive order. title ix, ncaa, department of education, csc, college athletics, antitrust, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, doe, educational institutions, college sports commission, nil, college athlete, intellectual property, college false full 8 4 50a7fbe5-e54b-40a8-9b37-4e7e05018cd8 CSC Guidance Unveiled: NIL Enforcement and Implications for Collectives In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Brett Broczkowski delve into the latest guidance from the College Sports Commission (CSC) regarding name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals. They explore the criteria set by the CSC for evaluating NIL deals, including payer association, valid business purpose, and range of compensation. The discussion highlights the implications for associated entities, particularly collectives and boosters, and the potential shift in their roles due to the new guidelines.

Key topics include:

  • Background on the CSC (2:16);
  • Associated payer criteria for NIL deals (4:14);
  • Valid business purpose for NIL deals (6:41);
  • Range of compensation for NIL deals (13:20);
  • Possible CSC enforcement activity against student-athletes (16:00);
  • NIL deal reporting requirements: multiyear deals and deals under $600 (19:07);
  • Range of compensation versus fair market value (23:05).

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]]> Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Brett Broczkowski, Cal Stein, Mike Lowe) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/csc-guidance-unveiled-nil-enforcement-and-implications-for-collectives-9PyJ6Xga In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Brett Broczkowski delve into the latest guidance from the College Sports Commission (CSC) regarding name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals. They explore the criteria set by the CSC for evaluating NIL deals, including payer association, valid business purpose, and range of compensation. The discussion highlights the implications for associated entities, particularly collectives and boosters, and the potential shift in their roles due to the new guidelines.

Key topics include:

  • Background on the CSC (2:16);
  • Associated payer criteria for NIL deals (4:14);
  • Valid business purpose for NIL deals (6:41);
  • Range of compensation for NIL deals (13:20);
  • Possible CSC enforcement activity against student-athletes (16:00);
  • NIL deal reporting requirements: multiyear deals and deals under $600 (19:07);
  • Range of compensation versus fair market value (23:05).

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]]> CSC Guidance Unveiled: NIL Enforcement and Implications for Collectives Brett Broczkowski, Cal Stein, Mike Lowe 00:27:00 Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Brett Broczkowski delve into the latest guidance from the College Sports Commission regarding name, image, and likeness deals. Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Brett Broczkowski delve into the latest guidance from the College Sports Commission regarding name, image, and likeness deals. title ix, ncaa, department of education, csc, college athletics, antitrust, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, doe, educational institutions, college sports commission, nil, college athlete, intellectual property, college false full 7 4 885a782c-4dfd-4f84-acac-54c6d7a14032 The NCAA's Recent Q&A Document: Clues on What NIL Enforcement Will Look Like Post-House In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the recent Q&A document released by the NCAA and conferences, focusing on the guidance providing clues for how enforcement may look under the College Sports Commission in the post-House settlement landscape. Among other topics, they examine the role of the College Sports Commission in investigating NIL rule violations, the arbitration process for contested penalties, and enforcement issues related to high school and transfer athletes. The episode also covers compliance with roster limits, the benefits cap, and scrutiny of third-party NIL deals involving associated entities.

Topics include:

  • Background on the Q&A document (1:48);
  • Q&As on enforcement: The College Sports Commission and the neutral arbitration process (3:09);
  • Potential enforcement activity: Timing of NIL offers and tampering (7:52);
  • Potential enforcement activity: Compliance with roster limits (11:42);
  • Potential enforcement activity: School payments to student-athletes and the benefits cap (16:30);
  • Potential enforcement activity: Third-party NIL payments and "associated" entities/individuals (24:50).

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]]> Tue, 8 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/the-ncaas-recent-qa-document-clues-on-what-nil-enforcement-will-look-like-post-house-Rht4rKXk In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the recent Q&A document released by the NCAA and conferences, focusing on the guidance providing clues for how enforcement may look under the College Sports Commission in the post-House settlement landscape. Among other topics, they examine the role of the College Sports Commission in investigating NIL rule violations, the arbitration process for contested penalties, and enforcement issues related to high school and transfer athletes. The episode also covers compliance with roster limits, the benefits cap, and scrutiny of third-party NIL deals involving associated entities.

Topics include:

  • Background on the Q&A document (1:48);
  • Q&As on enforcement: The College Sports Commission and the neutral arbitration process (3:09);
  • Potential enforcement activity: Timing of NIL offers and tampering (7:52);
  • Potential enforcement activity: Compliance with roster limits (11:42);
  • Potential enforcement activity: School payments to student-athletes and the benefits cap (16:30);
  • Potential enforcement activity: Third-party NIL payments and "associated" entities/individuals (24:50).

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]]> The NCAA's Recent Q&A Document: Clues on What NIL Enforcement Will Look Like Post-House Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:33:49 Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the recent Q&A document released by the NCAA and conferences, focusing on the guidance providing clues for how enforcement may look under the College Sports Commission in the post-House settlement landscape. Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the recent Q&A document released by the NCAA and conferences, focusing on the guidance providing clues for how enforcement may look under the College Sports Commission in the post-House settlement landscape. house v. ncaa, title ix, ncaa, department of education, csc, college athletics, antitrust, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, doe, educational institutions, college sports commission, judge claudia wilken, nil, college athlete, intellectual property, college false full 6 4 7b39904b-7880-4592-b22c-cee3214c561b NIL Enforcement in a Post-House World — What Institutions Can Expect In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Mike Lowe, Lu Reyes, and Philip Nickerson examine the status of the House settlement. They focus on how the settlement might impact roster limits for current student-athletes and discuss the introduction of the NCAA's new name, image, and likeness (NIL) enforcement division.

Specific topics include:

  • Current state of the House settlement (2:23);
  • Summary of the College Sports Commission's (CSC) role in NIL enforcement (4:56);
  • The CSC's NIL enforcement focus (7:21);
  • Differences between CSC enforcement and the NCAA infraction procedures (12:13);
  • Preparing compliance offices for CSC investigations and enforcement (16:00);
  • Unique approaches to challenging CSC findings and penalties in arbitration (25:43);
  • Impact on NIL collectives (28:00).

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]]> Thu, 5 Jun 2025 19:30:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Mike Lowe, Lu Reyes, Philip Nickerson) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/nil-enforcement-in-a-post-house-world-what-institutions-can-expect-smbva1w8-2_x5iQjG In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Mike Lowe, Lu Reyes, and Philip Nickerson examine the status of the House settlement. They focus on how the settlement might impact roster limits for current student-athletes and discuss the introduction of the NCAA's new name, image, and likeness (NIL) enforcement division.

Specific topics include:

  • Current state of the House settlement (2:23);
  • Summary of the College Sports Commission's (CSC) role in NIL enforcement (4:56);
  • The CSC's NIL enforcement focus (7:21);
  • Differences between CSC enforcement and the NCAA infraction procedures (12:13);
  • Preparing compliance offices for CSC investigations and enforcement (16:00);
  • Unique approaches to challenging CSC findings and penalties in arbitration (25:43);
  • Impact on NIL collectives (28:00).

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]]> NIL Enforcement in a Post-House World — What Institutions Can Expect Mike Lowe, Lu Reyes, Philip Nickerson 00:32:49 Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Mike Lowe, Lu Reyes, and Philip Nickerson examine the status of the House settlement. Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Mike Lowe, Lu Reyes, and Philip Nickerson examine the status of the House settlement. house v. ncaa, title ix, ncaa, department of education, csc, college athletics, antitrust, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, doe, educational institutions, college sports commission, judge claudia wilken, nil, college athlete, intellectual property, college false full 5 4 4d0942bd-652f-4987-804b-a0628b1e5ac9 House Final Settlement Hearing: Key Insights and Future Implications for NIL In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the recent developments in the House litigation. The episode covers the highlights and concerns raised during the final settlement hearing held by U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken on April 7.

Specific topics include:

  • Summary of the proposed settlement terms and their implications (2:24);
  • Judge Wilken's concerns about the impact on future student-athletes (5:50);
  • The loss of roster spots for current student-athletes (10:18);
  • Third-party name, image, and likeness payments and state law conflicts (16:39);
  • Impact of Title IX on the settlement (20:13);
  • Next steps and the timeline for addressing concerns (25:21).

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]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/house-final-settlement-hearing-key-insights-and-future-implications-for-nil-k_xB9PBF In this episode of Highway to NIL, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the recent developments in the House litigation. The episode covers the highlights and concerns raised during the final settlement hearing held by U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken on April 7.

Specific topics include:

  • Summary of the proposed settlement terms and their implications (2:24);
  • Judge Wilken's concerns about the impact on future student-athletes (5:50);
  • The loss of roster spots for current student-athletes (10:18);
  • Third-party name, image, and likeness payments and state law conflicts (16:39);
  • Impact of Title IX on the settlement (20:13);
  • Next steps and the timeline for addressing concerns (25:21).

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]]> House Final Settlement Hearing: Key Insights and Future Implications for NIL Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:28:14 Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the recent developments in the House litigation settlement, including concerns raised during the final settlement hearing held by U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken on April 7. Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the recent developments in the House litigation settlement, including concerns raised during the final settlement hearing held by U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken on April 7. house v. ncaa, title ix, ncaa, department of education, college athletics, antitrust, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, doe, educational institutions, judge claudia wilken, nil, college athlete, intellectual property, college false full 4 4 721b8871-cd03-4ea8-a578-02265011dcf0 Rescission of DOE Guidance The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Mike Lowe discuss the Trump administration's recent rescission of a Department of Education (DOE) guidance document issued by the outgoing Biden administration. The rescinded document addressed Title IX implications for NIL compensation for student-athletes. The episode explores the potential implications of this rescission and the need for legislative clarity in the NIL space.

Specific topics include:

  • Summary of the DOE guidance document and its rescission (3:04);
  • The incoming DOE's criticisms of the guidance document (10:46);
  • New DOE position on NIL as compensation vs. financial aid (13:07);
  • What next? Replacement guidance or federal legislation? (18:01).

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]]> Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Mike Lowe) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/rescission-of-doe-guidance-LMo5sQ63 The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Mike Lowe discuss the Trump administration's recent rescission of a Department of Education (DOE) guidance document issued by the outgoing Biden administration. The rescinded document addressed Title IX implications for NIL compensation for student-athletes. The episode explores the potential implications of this rescission and the need for legislative clarity in the NIL space.

Specific topics include:

  • Summary of the DOE guidance document and its rescission (3:04);
  • The incoming DOE's criticisms of the guidance document (10:46);
  • New DOE position on NIL as compensation vs. financial aid (13:07);
  • What next? Replacement guidance or federal legislation? (18:01).

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]]> Rescission of DOE Guidance Cal Stein, Mike Lowe 00:23:09 Cal Stein and Mike Lowe discuss the Trump administration's recent rescission of a Department of Education guidance document issued by the outgoing Biden administration Cal Stein and Mike Lowe discuss the Trump administration's recent rescission of a Department of Education guidance document issued by the outgoing Biden administration title ix, ncaa, department of education, college athletics, antitrust, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, national collegiate athletic association, university, name in likeness, student athlete, doe, educational institutions, nil, college athlete, intellectual property, college false full 3 4 1ced9711-06fc-4d2d-ba39-adc0a5c15292 DOE Guidance and DOJ Statement of Interest The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the guidance document issued by the Department of Education related to Title IX within the context of compensation for use of a student-athlete's NIL, as well as a statement of interest filed by the U.S. through the Department of Justice in the House v. NCAA case. Both of these developments are poised to significantly impact the resolution of the case and the future of college athletic NIL compliance.

Specific topics include:

  • Department of Education NIL Fact Sheet:
    • Title IX obligations related to NIL publicity and NIL support services (2:22);
    • All NIL payments (paid by school or by collective) can trigger Title IX obligations (13:39);
    • Enforceability of DOE policy and its impact going forward (20:30);
  • DOJ House Statement of Interest:
    • Proposed revenue cap violates antitrust laws (25:54);
    • Impact on possible approval of settlement (30:30);
    • Need for collective bargaining? (34:06).

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]]> Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/doe-guidance-IBgg_x3o The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the guidance document issued by the Department of Education related to Title IX within the context of compensation for use of a student-athlete's NIL, as well as a statement of interest filed by the U.S. through the Department of Justice in the House v. NCAA case. Both of these developments are poised to significantly impact the resolution of the case and the future of college athletic NIL compliance.

Specific topics include:

  • Department of Education NIL Fact Sheet:
    • Title IX obligations related to NIL publicity and NIL support services (2:22);
    • All NIL payments (paid by school or by collective) can trigger Title IX obligations (13:39);
    • Enforceability of DOE policy and its impact going forward (20:30);
  • DOJ House Statement of Interest:
    • Proposed revenue cap violates antitrust laws (25:54);
    • Impact on possible approval of settlement (30:30);
    • Need for collective bargaining? (34:06).

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]]> DOE Guidance and DOJ Statement of Interest Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:38:21 Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the guidance document issued by the Department of Education related to Title IX within the context of compensation for use of a student-athlete's NIL Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the guidance document issued by the Department of Education related to Title IX within the context of compensation for use of a student-athlete's NIL house v. ncaa, title ix, ncaa, department of education, college athletics, antitrust, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, doe, educational institutions, judge claudia wilken, nil, college athlete, intellectual property, college false full 2 4 177198b2-43ad-42cb-b48e-0aea298a2a12 NIL News: End of Year Roundup The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Tim Bado, and Howard Shire recap several of the most prominent NIL-related news stories from the 2024 holiday season through the start of 2025. These stories include an update on the House settlement and a new NCAA guidance document, several NIL-related civil lawsuits that were filed or decided, and a potential NCAA rule change impacting student-athlete eligibility. Join them as they delve into recent highlights you may have missed.

Specific topics include:

  • House case: settlement update, schools already starting to bring NIL "in house," and NCAA's Q&A document (3:09);
  • Diego Pavia lawsuit: JUCO years do not count toward NCAA eligibility (12:00);
  • Potential NCAA rule change: five years of athletics eligibility (16:54);
  • NIL civil lawsuits: student-athletes claiming broken NIL promises and Clayton Act violations (22:49).

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]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Tim Bado, Howard Shire) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/nil-news-end-of-year-roundup-zTCp_RPi The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Tim Bado, and Howard Shire recap several of the most prominent NIL-related news stories from the 2024 holiday season through the start of 2025. These stories include an update on the House settlement and a new NCAA guidance document, several NIL-related civil lawsuits that were filed or decided, and a potential NCAA rule change impacting student-athlete eligibility. Join them as they delve into recent highlights you may have missed.

Specific topics include:

  • House case: settlement update, schools already starting to bring NIL "in house," and NCAA's Q&A document (3:09);
  • Diego Pavia lawsuit: JUCO years do not count toward NCAA eligibility (12:00);
  • Potential NCAA rule change: five years of athletics eligibility (16:54);
  • NIL civil lawsuits: student-athletes claiming broken NIL promises and Clayton Act violations (22:49).

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]]> NIL News: End of Year Roundup Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Tim Bado, Howard Shire 00:34:35 Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Tim Bado, and Howard Shire recap several of the most prominent NIL-related news stories from the 2024 holiday season through the start of 2025. Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Tim Bado, and Howard Shire recap several of the most prominent NIL-related news stories from the 2024 holiday season through the start of 2025. house v. ncaa, title ix, ncaa, clayton act, diego pavia, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, educational institutions, judge claudia wilken, nil, college athlete, college false full 1 4 24ccad96-4f36-4a81-96b6-08ddddf745a4 House Settlement Approval The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss the legal process related to the House settlement approval and the operational process of implementing the settlement.

Specific topics include:

  • Recap of the House case and the House settlement (2:25);
  • Legal process for objecting to the House settlement (5:57);
  • Implementation of the House settlement for schools and student-athletes (8:41);
  • Impact of the House settlement on athletic roster limits and scholarships (12:17);
  • Process for finalizing the House settlement in 2025 (18:52).

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]]> Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:49:47 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Tim Bado, Pat Zancolli) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/house-settlement-approval-nt62ury8 The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss the legal process related to the House settlement approval and the operational process of implementing the settlement.

Specific topics include:

  • Recap of the House case and the House settlement (2:25);
  • Legal process for objecting to the House settlement (5:57);
  • Implementation of the House settlement for schools and student-athletes (8:41);
  • Impact of the House settlement on athletic roster limits and scholarships (12:17);
  • Process for finalizing the House settlement in 2025 (18:52).

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]]> House Settlement Approval Cal Stein, Tim Bado, Pat Zancolli 00:22:52 Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss the legal process related to the House settlement approval and the operational process of implementing the settlement. Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss the legal process related to the House settlement approval and the operational process of implementing the settlement. house v. ncaa, title ix, ncaa, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, educational institutions, judge claudia wilken, nil, college athlete, college false full 13 3 f568b30b-2edb-4424-9e0c-ef9094003345 NCAA Settlement Update In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss recent updates in the House settlement process. After Judge Wilken previously declined to approve the settlement, she sent the parties "back to the drawing board" to renegotiate and revise the settlement. This installment discusses the numerous revisions the parties made to the original settlement language, including changes to the settlement distribution plan and involving the NCAA's enforcement authority.

Specific topics include:

  • Current procedural and settlement posture of the House case (2:03);
  • Settlement revisions concerning NCAA enforcement authority: "booster" vs. "associated entity/individual" (4:47);
  • Revisions to the settlement distribution plan governing money going to student-athletes (6:44);
  • What happens next and what should schools be doing now? (12:31);
  • Will the settlement be finalized soon? (15:29).

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]]> Thu, 3 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Tim Bado, Pat Zancolli) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/ncaa-settlement-update-SaTUY59o In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss recent updates in the House settlement process. After Judge Wilken previously declined to approve the settlement, she sent the parties "back to the drawing board" to renegotiate and revise the settlement. This installment discusses the numerous revisions the parties made to the original settlement language, including changes to the settlement distribution plan and involving the NCAA's enforcement authority.

Specific topics include:

  • Current procedural and settlement posture of the House case (2:03);
  • Settlement revisions concerning NCAA enforcement authority: "booster" vs. "associated entity/individual" (4:47);
  • Revisions to the settlement distribution plan governing money going to student-athletes (6:44);
  • What happens next and what should schools be doing now? (12:31);
  • Will the settlement be finalized soon? (15:29).

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]]> NCAA Settlement Update Cal Stein, Tim Bado, Pat Zancolli 00:19:13 Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss recent updates in the House settlement process. Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss recent updates in the House settlement process. house v. ncaa, title ix, ncaa, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, educational institutions, judge claudia wilken, nil, college athlete, college false full 12 3 da7a7e0f-e060-4aee-9413-6d1d5bd262ad Title IX In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mia Marko, and Dani Clifford discuss Title IX, a longstanding federal law that applies to educational institutions, and its intersection with the evolving landscape of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. They also explore the potential future scenario where NCAA institutions might start paying some of their student-athletes.

Specific topics include:

  • An overview of Title IX and how it applies to college athletics (2:30);
  • The intersection of Title IX and NIL (6:10);
  • Current and future Title IX compliance litigation (10:35);
  • The House settlement and Title IX (13:45);
  • Key takeaways about Title IX's impact on NIL (21:18).

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]]> Tue, 1 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Mia Marko, Dani Clifford) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/title-ix-vLxz77eJ In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mia Marko, and Dani Clifford discuss Title IX, a longstanding federal law that applies to educational institutions, and its intersection with the evolving landscape of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. They also explore the potential future scenario where NCAA institutions might start paying some of their student-athletes.

Specific topics include:

  • An overview of Title IX and how it applies to college athletics (2:30);
  • The intersection of Title IX and NIL (6:10);
  • Current and future Title IX compliance litigation (10:35);
  • The House settlement and Title IX (13:45);
  • Key takeaways about Title IX's impact on NIL (21:18).

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]]> Title IX Cal Stein, Mia Marko, Dani Clifford 00:26:13 Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mia Marko, and Dani Clifford discuss Title IX, a longstanding federal law that applies to educational institutions, and its intersection with the evolving landscape of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mia Marko, and Dani Clifford discuss Title IX, a longstanding federal law that applies to educational institutions, and its intersection with the evolving landscape of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. title ix, ncaa, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, higher education, university, name in likeness, student athlete, educational institutions, nil, college athlete, college false full 11 3 a4a388c0-dbf3-4a9a-a4da-b79a7e04b335 NCAA Settlement Hearing The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss the September 5 hearing on the proposed House settlement by U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilkin. This episode analyzes the court's concerns and what schools should be doing while the settlement remains unresolved.

Specific topics include:

  • Summary of the hearing on the House settlement (3:08);
  • Judge Wilken's concerns with the House settlement (6:11);
  • Interplay between Title IX and the House settlement (9:58);
  • What happens next and will the settlement structure remain the same? (13:16); and
  • What should schools be doing while the settlement is in limbo? (16:09).

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]]> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Tim Bado, Pat Zancolli) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/ncaa-settlement-hearing-GoWB1En7 The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Pat Zancolli discuss the September 5 hearing on the proposed House settlement by U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilkin. This episode analyzes the court's concerns and what schools should be doing while the settlement remains unresolved.

Specific topics include:

  • Summary of the hearing on the House settlement (3:08);
  • Judge Wilken's concerns with the House settlement (6:11);
  • Interplay between Title IX and the House settlement (9:58);
  • What happens next and will the settlement structure remain the same? (13:16); and
  • What should schools be doing while the settlement is in limbo? (16:09).

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]]> NCAA Settlement Hearing Cal Stein, Tim Bado, Pat Zancolli 00:20:42 This episode discusses the September 5 hearing on the proposed House settlement by U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilkin and analyzes the court’s concerns and what schools should be doing while the settlement remains unresolved. This episode discusses the September 5 hearing on the proposed House settlement by U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilkin and analyzes the court’s concerns and what schools should be doing while the settlement remains unresolved. house v. ncaa, ncaa, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, student athlete, judge claudia wilken, nil, college athlete false full 10 3 839fee9b-a862-4171-a2e4-b568df4c044d Johnson Case's Potential Impact on Colleges, NIL, and College Athletics The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Tim Bado discuss the recent decision by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in the Johnson case, which considered whether student-athletes could ever be considered employees of the university. This episode analyzes the court's decision, with a particular focus on its practical impact on colleges and universities in the NIL and college athletics contexts.

Specific topics include:

  • Overview of the Johnson case (3:13);
  • Practical impact of the Third Circuit's decision (7:52);
  • Third Circuit's rejection of the "amateurism" model (14:35);
  • Judge Porter's concurrence: a roadmap for schools? (17:50).

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]]> Mon, 12 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Tim Bado) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/johnson-cases-potential-impact-on-colleges-nil-and-college-athletics-KqftTDWV The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Tim Bado discuss the recent decision by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in the Johnson case, which considered whether student-athletes could ever be considered employees of the university. This episode analyzes the court's decision, with a particular focus on its practical impact on colleges and universities in the NIL and college athletics contexts.

Specific topics include:

  • Overview of the Johnson case (3:13);
  • Practical impact of the Third Circuit's decision (7:52);
  • Third Circuit's rejection of the "amateurism" model (14:35);
  • Judge Porter's concurrence: a roadmap for schools? (17:50).

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]]> Johnson Case's Potential Impact on Colleges, NIL, and College Athletics Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Tim Bado 00:30:13 Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Tim Bado discuss the recent decision by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in the Johnson case, which considered whether student-athletes could ever be considered employees of the university. Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Tim Bado discuss the recent decision by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in the Johnson case, which considered whether student-athletes could ever be considered employees of the university. ncaa, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, student athlete, johnson v. ncaa, nil, college athlete false full 9 3 f67af032-e63a-4053-be0e-c135313aa45c Examining the New NCAA Transfer Rules and Tampering The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the implications of recent changes to the NCAA transfer portal and the emerging issue of tampering in college sports.

Specific topics include:

  • Student-athlete transfer rules (3:47);
  • Current student-athlete transfer process (7:30);
  • What constitutes "tampering" (10:20);
  • "Tampering" and the transfer portal (17:24);
  • Impact of new transfer rules on "tampering" enforcement activity (21:00);
  • How new transfer rules impact NIL (27:03).

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]]> Tue, 2 Jul 2024 20:03:28 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/tentative-title-examining-the-new-ncaa-transfer-rules-and-tampering-Yb1zY7Ax The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the implications of recent changes to the NCAA transfer portal and the emerging issue of tampering in college sports.

Specific topics include:

  • Student-athlete transfer rules (3:47);
  • Current student-athlete transfer process (7:30);
  • What constitutes "tampering" (10:20);
  • "Tampering" and the transfer portal (17:24);
  • Impact of new transfer rules on "tampering" enforcement activity (21:00);
  • How new transfer rules impact NIL (27:03).

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]]> Examining the New NCAA Transfer Rules and Tampering Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Chris Brolley 00:32:39 Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the implications of recent changes to the NCAA transfer portal and the emerging issue of tampering in college sports. Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the implications of recent changes to the NCAA transfer portal and the emerging issue of tampering in college sports. ncaa, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, student athlete, nil, college athlete false full 8 3 73b1d4c9-31bf-47f1-bf20-dff1f3b2dece NCAA Settlement The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the NCAA's recent $2.8 billion antitrust settlement, which introduces a new revenue-sharing model and signals a shift from traditional amateurism. They also explore implications for NIL rules, the potential for student-athletes to become employees, and future legal challenges for the NCAA.

Specific topics include:

  • Background on the House case (2:30);
  • Framework of the proposed House settlement (6:37);
  • Does this settlement mark the end of NCAA "amateurism"? (10:40);
  • Impact of this settlement on NIL and collectives (13:46);
  • Addressing student-athletes becoming school employees (17:05);
  • Implications for Title IX compliance (19:05);
  • Does this settlement save the NCAA as an institution? (22:08); and
  • Will this settlement finally put an end to the NCAA's legal issues? (24:14).

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]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2024 13:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/ncaa-settlement-awP8MQZt The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the NCAA's recent $2.8 billion antitrust settlement, which introduces a new revenue-sharing model and signals a shift from traditional amateurism. They also explore implications for NIL rules, the potential for student-athletes to become employees, and future legal challenges for the NCAA.

Specific topics include:

  • Background on the House case (2:30);
  • Framework of the proposed House settlement (6:37);
  • Does this settlement mark the end of NCAA "amateurism"? (10:40);
  • Impact of this settlement on NIL and collectives (13:46);
  • Addressing student-athletes becoming school employees (17:05);
  • Implications for Title IX compliance (19:05);
  • Does this settlement save the NCAA as an institution? (22:08); and
  • Will this settlement finally put an end to the NCAA's legal issues? (24:14).

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]]> NCAA Settlement Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:34:37 Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the NCAA's recent $2.8 billion antitrust settlement, which introduces a new revenue-sharing model and signals a shift from traditional amateurism. Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the NCAA's recent $2.8 billion antitrust settlement, which introduces a new revenue-sharing model and signals a shift from traditional amateurism. ncaa, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, student athlete, nil, college athlete false full 7 3 0152421e-66bb-4ded-b472-2a91da8103fa Post-Injunction Enforcement The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Mia Marko discuss the implications of the recent preliminary injunction issued against the NCAA, which enjoins the NCAA from enforcing certain NIL restrictions on student-athlete recruitment activities. They discuss the NCAA's response to this ruling and potential future enforcement of NIL rules.

Specific topics include:

  • An overview of the Tennessee Federal Court's order on NIL (3:02);
  • The NCAA NIL rules affected and those not affected by the Tennessee court order (5:38);
  • Possible NCAA enforcement of the "NIL Recruiting Ban" against institutions (9:34);
  • NCAA enforcement of October 2022 NIL Guidance: permissible and impermissible institutional support for NIL activities (12:44);
  • How the NCAA could pivot its enforcement activity: the quid pro quo requirement (17:46);
  • How the NCAA could pivot its enforcement activity: NIL compensation from institutions (23:32);
  • Strategies for institutions to mitigate NIL enforcement risk (26:16).

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]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Mia Marko) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/post-injunction-enforcement-1Y8oxnwI The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Mia Marko discuss the implications of the recent preliminary injunction issued against the NCAA, which enjoins the NCAA from enforcing certain NIL restrictions on student-athlete recruitment activities. They discuss the NCAA's response to this ruling and potential future enforcement of NIL rules.

Specific topics include:

  • An overview of the Tennessee Federal Court's order on NIL (3:02);
  • The NCAA NIL rules affected and those not affected by the Tennessee court order (5:38);
  • Possible NCAA enforcement of the "NIL Recruiting Ban" against institutions (9:34);
  • NCAA enforcement of October 2022 NIL Guidance: permissible and impermissible institutional support for NIL activities (12:44);
  • How the NCAA could pivot its enforcement activity: the quid pro quo requirement (17:46);
  • How the NCAA could pivot its enforcement activity: NIL compensation from institutions (23:32);
  • Strategies for institutions to mitigate NIL enforcement risk (26:16).

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]]> Post-Injunction Enforcement Cal Stein, Mia Marko 00:31:37 Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Mia Marko discuss the implications of the recent preliminary injunction issued against the NCAA, which enjoins the NCAA from enforcing certain NIL restrictions on student-athlete recruitment activities. Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Mia Marko discuss the implications of the recent preliminary injunction issued against the NCAA, which enjoins the NCAA from enforcing certain NIL restrictions on student-athlete recruitment activities. ncaa, college athletics, student-athlete, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, student athlete, nil, college athlete false full 6 3 cbf8ca97-471a-4b61-9f0f-0aa9e802f464 The NCAA's Response to the NIL Recruitment Injunction The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Howard Shire, and Connor DeFilippis discuss the NCAA's March 1 memo, responding to the recent preliminary injunction issued against the NCAA. This injunction enjoins the NCAA from enforcing certain name, image, and likeness (NIL) restrictions on student-athlete recruitment activities.

Specific topics include:

  • NCAA Memo Part I: Settlement overtures? What might a permanent NIL injunction look like? (3:24);
  • NCAA Memo Part II: The NCAA is "pausing" NIL enforcement actions related to third parties. What should institutions do? (8:35);
  • NCAA Memo Part III: NIL restrictions not subject to injunction remain in effect. Will the NCAA pivot to enforcing those? (16:36);
  • NCAA Memo Part IV: The "practicality" of the NCAA's response to the injunction. Is this response "practical"? (24:30);
  • NCAA Memo Part V: The pending Division I council proposal to create a new college athletics "subdivision." Does the injunction make it more likely to pass? What about Title IX and student-athlete employment? (27:26); and
  • NCAA Memo Part VI: Who stands to benefit from the NCAA's actions and proposals? (32:35).

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]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Howard Shire, Connor DeFilippis) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/the-ncaas-response-to-the-nil-recruitment-injunction-3Bg8tLui The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Howard Shire, and Connor DeFilippis discuss the NCAA's March 1 memo, responding to the recent preliminary injunction issued against the NCAA. This injunction enjoins the NCAA from enforcing certain name, image, and likeness (NIL) restrictions on student-athlete recruitment activities.

Specific topics include:

  • NCAA Memo Part I: Settlement overtures? What might a permanent NIL injunction look like? (3:24);
  • NCAA Memo Part II: The NCAA is "pausing" NIL enforcement actions related to third parties. What should institutions do? (8:35);
  • NCAA Memo Part III: NIL restrictions not subject to injunction remain in effect. Will the NCAA pivot to enforcing those? (16:36);
  • NCAA Memo Part IV: The "practicality" of the NCAA's response to the injunction. Is this response "practical"? (24:30);
  • NCAA Memo Part V: The pending Division I council proposal to create a new college athletics "subdivision." Does the injunction make it more likely to pass? What about Title IX and student-athlete employment? (27:26); and
  • NCAA Memo Part VI: Who stands to benefit from the NCAA's actions and proposals? (32:35).

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]]> The NCAA's Response to the NIL Recruitment Injunction Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Howard Shire, Connor DeFilippis 00:40:14 Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Howard Shire, and Connor DeFilippis discuss the NCAA's March 1 memo, responding to the recent preliminary injunction issued against the NCAA. Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, Howard Shire, and Connor DeFilippis discuss the NCAA's March 1 memo, responding to the recent preliminary injunction issued against the NCAA. ncaa, college athletics, college sports, name-in-likeness, college recruitment, name in likeness, nil, college athlete, college recruiting false full 5 3 9c7e4e25-9b30-4ccf-9cd1-e225df961f5f NIL Recruitment Injunction The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Mike Lowe discuss the recent preliminary injunction a federal court in Tennessee issued against the NCAA, which enjoins the NCAA from enforcing certain NIL restrictions on student-athlete recruitment activities. The court issued the injunction because it found that the NIL rules in question violated U.S. antitrust laws.

Specific topics include:

  • Overview of the Tennessee and Virginia attorney general lawsuit and preliminary injunction (1:47);
  • Court Finding #1: The NCAA's NIL recruiting ban likely violated U.S. antitrust laws (3:45);
  • Court Finding #2: The NCAA's NIL recruiting ban caused irreparable harm to student-athletes (9:42);
  • Which NIL rules the court enjoined and which remain in effect (16:30);
  • Possible NCAA responses to the preliminary injunction (19:56);
  • The impact of the preliminary injunction on state NIL laws (23:00); and
  • Whether this marks the "end" of NIL as we know it (25:22).

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]]> Fri, 1 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Michael Lowe) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/nil-recruitment-injunction-e1Y8HKsN The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Mike Lowe discuss the recent preliminary injunction a federal court in Tennessee issued against the NCAA, which enjoins the NCAA from enforcing certain NIL restrictions on student-athlete recruitment activities. The court issued the injunction because it found that the NIL rules in question violated U.S. antitrust laws.

Specific topics include:

  • Overview of the Tennessee and Virginia attorney general lawsuit and preliminary injunction (1:47);
  • Court Finding #1: The NCAA's NIL recruiting ban likely violated U.S. antitrust laws (3:45);
  • Court Finding #2: The NCAA's NIL recruiting ban caused irreparable harm to student-athletes (9:42);
  • Which NIL rules the court enjoined and which remain in effect (16:30);
  • Possible NCAA responses to the preliminary injunction (19:56);
  • The impact of the preliminary injunction on state NIL laws (23:00); and
  • Whether this marks the "end" of NIL as we know it (25:22).

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]]> NIL Recruitment Injunction Cal Stein, Michael Lowe 00:31:46 In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Mike Lowe discuss the recent preliminary injunction a federal court in Tennessee issued against the NCAA. In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein and Mike Lowe discuss the recent preliminary injunction a federal court in Tennessee issued against the NCAA. ncaa, college athletics, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, nil, college athlete false full 4 3 7a15bf72-143b-4eab-9cab-215a67942263 State AGs File NIL Antitrust Lawsuits The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Connor DeFilippis discuss recent NIL antitrust lawsuits filed by state attorneys general (AG).

Specific topics include:

  • Ohio v. NCAA: an antitrust lawsuit attacking NCAA transfer rules (3:39);
  • Tennessee v. NCAA: an antitrust lawsuit attacking NCAA NIL rules (7:18);
  • The turning of the tide: the use of antitrust laws to chip away at the NCAA's authority (10:50);
  • The political impact of these AG lawsuits (15:20);
  • Potential consequences if these AG lawsuits are successful (17:40);
  • Could we see future AG challenges to other NCAA rules? (20:18); and
  • Impact of federal legislation on AG challenges (23:15).

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]]> Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Tim Bado, Connor DeFilippis) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/state-ags-file-nil-antitrust-lawsuits-gNJTZEzu The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Connor DeFilippis discuss recent NIL antitrust lawsuits filed by state attorneys general (AG).

Specific topics include:

  • Ohio v. NCAA: an antitrust lawsuit attacking NCAA transfer rules (3:39);
  • Tennessee v. NCAA: an antitrust lawsuit attacking NCAA NIL rules (7:18);
  • The turning of the tide: the use of antitrust laws to chip away at the NCAA's authority (10:50);
  • The political impact of these AG lawsuits (15:20);
  • Potential consequences if these AG lawsuits are successful (17:40);
  • Could we see future AG challenges to other NCAA rules? (20:18); and
  • Impact of federal legislation on AG challenges (23:15).

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]]> State AGs File NIL Antitrust Lawsuits Cal Stein, Tim Bado, Connor DeFilippis 00:26:45 Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Connor DeFilippis discuss recent NIL antitrust lawsuits filed by state attorneys general (AG). Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Tim Bado, and Connor DeFilippis discuss recent NIL antitrust lawsuits filed by state attorneys general (AG). ncaa, college athletics, state attorneys general, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, nil, college athlete, state ags false full 3 3 f1ebf37f-d9ff-4aa2-a7be-742d956c4c64 2024 NIL Predictions The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Howard Shire, and Patrick Zancolli discuss their 2024 NIL predictions.

Specific topics include:

  • Prediction #1: NIL enforcement will be on the rise in 2024 (2:16);
  • Prediction #2: Student athletes will continue to use the transfer portal to maximize their value (5:50);
  • Prediction #3: Federal NIL legislation will have to wait at least one more year (9:56);
  • Prediction #4: The U.S. Supreme Court will address student-athlete employment by schools (12:33); and
  • Prediction #5: The NCAA will continue to focus on reigning in collectives and boosters (16:33).

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]]> Wed, 7 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Howard Shire, Patrick Zancolli) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/2024-nil-predictions-snBVD1Gf The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Howard Shire, and Patrick Zancolli discuss their 2024 NIL predictions.

Specific topics include:

  • Prediction #1: NIL enforcement will be on the rise in 2024 (2:16);
  • Prediction #2: Student athletes will continue to use the transfer portal to maximize their value (5:50);
  • Prediction #3: Federal NIL legislation will have to wait at least one more year (9:56);
  • Prediction #4: The U.S. Supreme Court will address student-athlete employment by schools (12:33); and
  • Prediction #5: The NCAA will continue to focus on reigning in collectives and boosters (16:33).

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]]> 2024 NIL Predictions Cal Stein, Howard Shire, Patrick Zancolli 00:22:06 In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Howard Shire, and Patrick Zancolli discuss their 2024 NIL predictions. In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Howard Shire, and Patrick Zancolli discuss their 2024 NIL predictions. ncaa, college athletics, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, nil, college athlete false full 2 3 f982c0dc-80a5-4c44-b78f-33d8995cade7 NCAA Division I Council Approves New NIL Disclosure and Transparency Rules The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the NCAA Division I Council's approval of NIL disclosure and transparency rules aimed at protecting student-athletes and permitting schools to support certain NIL activities.

Specific topics include:

  • Introduction to the NCAA's new NIL proposal (2:20);
  • Voluntary registration process for NIL service providers (3:37);
  • Disclosure requirements for student-athletes (6:36);
  • Standardized contracts for NIL agreements (10:31);
  • NIL education plan (12:41);
  • Introduction to proposal for school involvement in NIL activities (13:12);
  • School support of NIL activities (13:53);
  • School support of NIL entities (18:33); and
  • School involvement in prospective student-athletes (21:51).

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]]> Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Michael Lowe) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/ncaa-division-i-council-approves-new-nil-disclosure-and-transparency-rules-Od5X_5rh The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the NCAA Division I Council's approval of NIL disclosure and transparency rules aimed at protecting student-athletes and permitting schools to support certain NIL activities.

Specific topics include:

  • Introduction to the NCAA's new NIL proposal (2:20);
  • Voluntary registration process for NIL service providers (3:37);
  • Disclosure requirements for student-athletes (6:36);
  • Standardized contracts for NIL agreements (10:31);
  • NIL education plan (12:41);
  • Introduction to proposal for school involvement in NIL activities (13:12);
  • School support of NIL activities (13:53);
  • School support of NIL entities (18:33); and
  • School involvement in prospective student-athletes (21:51).

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]]> NCAA Division I Council Approves New NIL Disclosure and Transparency Rules Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Michael Lowe 00:27:13 Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the NCAA Division I Council’s approval of NIL disclosure and transparency rules aimed at protecting student-athletes and permitting schools to support certain NIL activities. Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the NCAA Division I Council’s approval of NIL disclosure and transparency rules aimed at protecting student-athletes and permitting schools to support certain NIL activities. ncaa, college athletics, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, nil, college athlete false full 1 3 fbeebe04-bd5b-4cba-ba5f-e060e5dba211 NCAA President Proposes Radical Changes to NIL Rules The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the December 5 letter from NCAA President Charlie Baker to NCAA Division I schools, in which Baker outlined his proposal for drastic changes to the NCAA rules framework governing educational benefits provided and compensation paid to student-athletes.

Specific topics include:

  • Introduction to NCAA's new NIL proposal (2:41);
  • Introduction to the three fundamental changes to NIL rules (4:36);
  • Division I schools to offer any level of enhanced education benefits deemed appropriate (6:23);
  • Permitting schools to enter NIL deals directly with student-athletes (9:56);
  • New rules for the schools with the highest level of resources (15:14);
  • NCAA's recognition of the difference between big schools/brands and small schools/brands (18:53); and
  • NCAA's recognition of the need for flexibility (21:19).

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]]> Fri, 8 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Michael Lowe, Christopher Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/ncaa-president-proposes-radical-changes-to-nil-rules-4XvW4tJ8 The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Mike Lowe, and Chris Brolley discuss the December 5 letter from NCAA President Charlie Baker to NCAA Division I schools, in which Baker outlined his proposal for drastic changes to the NCAA rules framework governing educational benefits provided and compensation paid to student-athletes.

Specific topics include:

  • Introduction to NCAA's new NIL proposal (2:41);
  • Introduction to the three fundamental changes to NIL rules (4:36);
  • Division I schools to offer any level of enhanced education benefits deemed appropriate (6:23);
  • Permitting schools to enter NIL deals directly with student-athletes (9:56);
  • New rules for the schools with the highest level of resources (15:14);
  • NCAA's recognition of the difference between big schools/brands and small schools/brands (18:53); and
  • NCAA's recognition of the need for flexibility (21:19).

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]]> NCAA President Proposes Radical Changes to NIL Rules Cal Stein, Michael Lowe, Christopher Brolley 00:27:30 In this episode, Troutman Pepper attorneys discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's proposal for major changes to rules on student-athletes' educational benefits and compensation. Topics include the new NIL proposal, changes to NIL rules, and the need for flexibility in enforcement. In this episode, Troutman Pepper attorneys discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's proposal for major changes to rules on student-athletes' educational benefits and compensation. Topics include the new NIL proposal, changes to NIL rules, and the need for flexibility in enforcement. ncaa, college athletics, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, nil, college athlete false full 8 2 216904d5-cfb8-4b52-bf1a-d8862597e1fe NIL Antitrust Litigation The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student-athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Brett Broczkowski, and Connor DeFilippis, discuss the pending NIL antitrust case, In re College Athlete NIL Litigation.

Specific topics include:

  • Overview of the current In re College Athlete NIL Litigation (2:57);
  • Characteristics of the different classes of student-athletes (7:18);
  • Categories of damages: video game revenue, broadcast revenue, lost third-party NIL revenue (13:08);
  • Court’s class certification analysis: whether class issues “predominate” (15:12); and
  • Practical impact of the court granting class certification (25:15).

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]]> Wed, 6 Dec 2023 15:12:15 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Connor DeFilippis, Chris Brolley, Brett Broczkowski, Cal Stein) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/nil-antitrust-litigation-kwIUdyWl The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student-athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Brett Broczkowski, and Connor DeFilippis, discuss the pending NIL antitrust case, In re College Athlete NIL Litigation.

Specific topics include:

  • Overview of the current In re College Athlete NIL Litigation (2:57);
  • Characteristics of the different classes of student-athletes (7:18);
  • Categories of damages: video game revenue, broadcast revenue, lost third-party NIL revenue (13:08);
  • Court’s class certification analysis: whether class issues “predominate” (15:12); and
  • Practical impact of the court granting class certification (25:15).

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]]> NIL Antitrust Litigation Connor DeFilippis, Chris Brolley, Brett Broczkowski, Cal Stein 00:31:18 In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Brett Broczkowski, and Connor DeFilippis, discuss the pending NIL antitrust case, In re College Athlete NIL Litigation. In this installment, Troutman Pepper attorneys Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Brett Broczkowski, and Connor DeFilippis, discuss the pending NIL antitrust case, In re College Athlete NIL Litigation. college athlete nil litigation, antitrust false full 7 2 d0fe9211-b5b5-4916-af3f-2fadda76dc7f NIL Senate Hearing The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper's Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Danielle Clifford, and Patrick Zancolli discuss the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee's October 17th hearing on Name, Image, and Likeness, and the Future of College Sports.

Specific topics include:

  • The future of federal legislation governing NIL (3:06);
  • Congressional preemption of student-athletes as school employees (9:02);
  • Impact of student-athletes becoming employees on smaller schools (13:30);
  • NIL issues for international student-athletes (16:24);
  • Title IX compliance and NIL collectives (20:05); and
  • Congressional warning about federal NIL regulation (22:36).

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]]> Thu, 2 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Danielle Clifford, Patrick Zancolli) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/nil-senate-hearing-iHpQ6ktX The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper's Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Danielle Clifford, and Patrick Zancolli discuss the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee's October 17th hearing on Name, Image, and Likeness, and the Future of College Sports.

Specific topics include:

  • The future of federal legislation governing NIL (3:06);
  • Congressional preemption of student-athletes as school employees (9:02);
  • Impact of student-athletes becoming employees on smaller schools (13:30);
  • NIL issues for international student-athletes (16:24);
  • Title IX compliance and NIL collectives (20:05); and
  • Congressional warning about federal NIL regulation (22:36).

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]]> NIL Senate Hearing Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Danielle Clifford, Patrick Zancolli 00:28:27 Troutman Pepper's Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Danielle Clifford, and Patrick Zancolli discuss the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee's October 17th hearing on Name, Image, and Likeness, and the Future of College Sports. Troutman Pepper's Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Danielle Clifford, and Patrick Zancolli discuss the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee's October 17th hearing on Name, Image, and Likeness, and the Future of College Sports. ncaa, college athletics, college sports, higher education, nil enforcement, nil, name image and likeness false full 6 2 da55b2da-cdf6-4d55-b04c-f65785269a48 New NCAA NIL Guidance Memorandum The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Brett Broczkowski discuss a recent NCAA FAQ guidance memorandum regarding certain NIL activities.

Specific topics include:

  • Overview of New NCAA NIL Guidance Memo (2:09);
  • Question 1 – NIL Activities of “Closely Associated” Entities (3:28);
  • Question 2 – Booster/Collective Contact With Prospective Student Athletes (6:34);
  • Question 3 – University Provision of Benefits to Boosters (8:49);
  • Question 4 – Conditioning of NIL on Institutional Attendance (11:03);
  • Question 5 – Indirect Payments for Participation in Athletic Competitions (12:30); and
  • Question 6 – Primacy of NCAA NIL Guidance Over State NIL Laws (14:29).

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]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Brett Broczkowski) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/new-ncaa-nil-guidance-memorandum-bvNmoyHv The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Brett Broczkowski discuss a recent NCAA FAQ guidance memorandum regarding certain NIL activities.

Specific topics include:

  • Overview of New NCAA NIL Guidance Memo (2:09);
  • Question 1 – NIL Activities of “Closely Associated” Entities (3:28);
  • Question 2 – Booster/Collective Contact With Prospective Student Athletes (6:34);
  • Question 3 – University Provision of Benefits to Boosters (8:49);
  • Question 4 – Conditioning of NIL on Institutional Attendance (11:03);
  • Question 5 – Indirect Payments for Participation in Athletic Competitions (12:30); and
  • Question 6 – Primacy of NCAA NIL Guidance Over State NIL Laws (14:29).

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]]> New NCAA NIL Guidance Memorandum Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Brett Broczkowski 00:19:53 In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Brett Broczkowski discuss a recent NCAA FAQ guidance memorandum regarding certain NIL activities. In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Brett Broczkowski discuss a recent NCAA FAQ guidance memorandum regarding certain NIL activities. ncaa, college athletics, college sports, name-in-likeness, name in likeness, nil, college athlete false full 5 2 e140cb4c-2e37-4f16-ab50-edd783adbf26 UNC Coach Erin Matson Discusses NIL The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigator Mia Marko interviews University of North Carolina's new Women's Head Field Hockey Coach Erin Matson about her perspectives and experiences related to NIL as both a player and a new head coach.

As one of the most decorated athletes in UNC history, Matson won five ACC titles and four NCAA championships in her five seasons at UNC. She received the Honda Sports Award three times, and the ACC recognized her as the ACC Player of the Year and ACC Offensive Player of the Year every season she played at UNC. Matson finished her career as the all-time leading scorer in both ACC history and NCAA tournament play, and she was recently named as one of the top 10 female athletes in ACC conference history. In addition to her impressive career as a field hockey player, Matson now serves as one of the youngest head coaches in the county and one of the only coaches with personal experience navigating NIL deals as a player.

Specific topics discussed in her interview include:

  • Matson's experience as one of the top high school players in the county, navigating the recruiting process pre-NIL (3:30);
  • Matson's insight on navigating NIL deals as a player and teammate (9:20);
  • Matson's perspective on how NIL opportunities benefit female athletes and female athletics more broadly (16:25); and
  • Matson's outlook on navigating NIL as a new head coach (27:27).

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]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Mia Marko, Erin Matson) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/unc-coach-erin-matson-discusses-nil-Ez_Gc0iM The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigator Mia Marko interviews University of North Carolina's new Women's Head Field Hockey Coach Erin Matson about her perspectives and experiences related to NIL as both a player and a new head coach.

As one of the most decorated athletes in UNC history, Matson won five ACC titles and four NCAA championships in her five seasons at UNC. She received the Honda Sports Award three times, and the ACC recognized her as the ACC Player of the Year and ACC Offensive Player of the Year every season she played at UNC. Matson finished her career as the all-time leading scorer in both ACC history and NCAA tournament play, and she was recently named as one of the top 10 female athletes in ACC conference history. In addition to her impressive career as a field hockey player, Matson now serves as one of the youngest head coaches in the county and one of the only coaches with personal experience navigating NIL deals as a player.

Specific topics discussed in her interview include:

  • Matson's experience as one of the top high school players in the county, navigating the recruiting process pre-NIL (3:30);
  • Matson's insight on navigating NIL deals as a player and teammate (9:20);
  • Matson's perspective on how NIL opportunities benefit female athletes and female athletics more broadly (16:25); and
  • Matson's outlook on navigating NIL as a new head coach (27:27).

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]]> UNC Coach Erin Matson Discusses NIL Mia Marko, Erin Matson 00:31:02 Troutman Pepper litigator Mia Marko interviews University of North Carolina's new Women's Head Field Hockey Coach Erin Matson about her perspectives and experiences related to NIL as both a player and a new head coach. Troutman Pepper litigator Mia Marko interviews University of North Carolina's new Women's Head Field Hockey Coach Erin Matson about her perspectives and experiences related to NIL as both a player and a new head coach. ncaa, college athletics, higher education, nil enforcement, nil, name image and likeness false full 4 2 0ea09ce5-3c20-44e2-8213-4c6ebf2f52d4 NCAA President Charlie Baker’s NIL Comments The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's recent comments on the state of NCAA NIL policies and priorities. Specific topics include:

  • Who Is New NCAA President Charlie Baker? (2:43);
  • Lying and the Wild West: Baker's Concerns About NIL (6:59);
  • Consumer Protection: Baker's Views on the Biggest NIL Challenges (13:42);
  • NIL Noise: Schools Asking Baker for More NIL Rules (16:55);
  • The Feds: Does Baker Want/Expect Federal NIL Legislation or Does He Have Other Plans? (19:50); and
  • Accessibility and Accountability: Baker's Initial Ideas for NIL Transparency (26:10).

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]]> Mon, 1 May 2023 13:06:27 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/ncaa-president-charlie-bakers-nil-comments-BpiYFlML The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's recent comments on the state of NCAA NIL policies and priorities. Specific topics include:

  • Who Is New NCAA President Charlie Baker? (2:43);
  • Lying and the Wild West: Baker's Concerns About NIL (6:59);
  • Consumer Protection: Baker's Views on the Biggest NIL Challenges (13:42);
  • NIL Noise: Schools Asking Baker for More NIL Rules (16:55);
  • The Feds: Does Baker Want/Expect Federal NIL Legislation or Does He Have Other Plans? (19:50); and
  • Accessibility and Accountability: Baker's Initial Ideas for NIL Transparency (26:10).

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]]> NCAA President Charlie Baker’s NIL Comments Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:34:57 In this episode, Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's recent comments on the state of NCAA NIL policies and priorities. In this episode, Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's recent comments on the state of NCAA NIL policies and priorities. business litigation, ncaa, higher education, nil false full 3 2 e813b8e6-4590-408b-adcb-61b8405c5d3a University of Miami NIL Enforcement Action The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. It provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Mia Marko discuss the recent NCAA NIL enforcement action against the University of Miami. Specific topics include:

  • Background on the University of Miami's NIL Violation (3:23);
  • The NCAA's Enforcement Action and Punishments (5:53);
  • The NCAA's Focus on Punishing the Institution for an Inducement (11:04);
  • Key Takeaway #1: Impact of the NCAA's New Charging Standard (13:12);
  • Key Takeaway #2: A Significant NCAA Warning to Boosters (15:29);
  • Key Takeaway #3: Limited Precedential Value of the Enforcement Action (16:45);
  • Key Takeaway #4: NCAA Scrutiny on Coaches' Conduct (18:20); and
  • Key Takeaway #5: Enforcement Activity Regarding the Transfer Portal (20:34).

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]]> Wed, 1 Mar 2023 21:49:09 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Mia Marko) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/university-of-miami-nil-enforcement-action-jzdoR79t The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. It provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Mia Marko discuss the recent NCAA NIL enforcement action against the University of Miami. Specific topics include:

  • Background on the University of Miami's NIL Violation (3:23);
  • The NCAA's Enforcement Action and Punishments (5:53);
  • The NCAA's Focus on Punishing the Institution for an Inducement (11:04);
  • Key Takeaway #1: Impact of the NCAA's New Charging Standard (13:12);
  • Key Takeaway #2: A Significant NCAA Warning to Boosters (15:29);
  • Key Takeaway #3: Limited Precedential Value of the Enforcement Action (16:45);
  • Key Takeaway #4: NCAA Scrutiny on Coaches' Conduct (18:20); and
  • Key Takeaway #5: Enforcement Activity Regarding the Transfer Portal (20:34).

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]]> University of Miami NIL Enforcement Action Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Mia Marko 00:24:06 In this episode, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Mia Marko discuss the recent NCAA NIL enforcement action against the University of Miami. In this episode, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Mia Marko discuss the recent NCAA NIL enforcement action against the University of Miami. ncaa, college athletics, nil enforcement, nil, name image and likeness false full 2 2 8e61bec6-6a13-4327-9644-a562bbbdc250 NCAA Enforcement Standards The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Samuel Hatcher review key takeaways from the NCAA's recently issued memorandum, which addresses the standard of review for NIL violations. Specific topics include:

  • Background on NCAA Memorandum (2:30);
  • NCAA Charging Standard and the "Presumption" of NIL Violations (4:50);
  • Factors Bearing on the "Presumption" of NIL Violations (7:12);
  • Overview of NCAA NIL Infractions Process: Investigation, Charging, and Adjudication (9:43);
  • Key Points from NCAA VP of Enforcement Jon Duncan's Comments on NIL Enforcement (15:40);
  • Practical Takeaways From the Memorandum (18:50); and
  • Renewed Importance of Implementing a NIL Compliance Program (22:20).

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]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Samuel Hatcher) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/ncaa-enforcement-standards-q4ZB7z6f The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

In this installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Samuel Hatcher review key takeaways from the NCAA's recently issued memorandum, which addresses the standard of review for NIL violations. Specific topics include:

  • Background on NCAA Memorandum (2:30);
  • NCAA Charging Standard and the "Presumption" of NIL Violations (4:50);
  • Factors Bearing on the "Presumption" of NIL Violations (7:12);
  • Overview of NCAA NIL Infractions Process: Investigation, Charging, and Adjudication (9:43);
  • Key Points from NCAA VP of Enforcement Jon Duncan's Comments on NIL Enforcement (15:40);
  • Practical Takeaways From the Memorandum (18:50); and
  • Renewed Importance of Implementing a NIL Compliance Program (22:20).

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]]> NCAA Enforcement Standards Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Samuel Hatcher 00:25:15 In this episode, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Samuel Hatcher review key takeaways from the NCAA's recently issued memorandum, which addresses the standard of review for NIL violations. In this episode, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Samuel Hatcher review key takeaways from the NCAA's recently issued memorandum, which addresses the standard of review for NIL violations. ncaa, college athletics, student athlete, nil, college athlete false full 1 2 900800aa-9c04-4738-94c4-6cf93983e6b5 NCAA Issues New Clarifications to Its Interim NIL Policy The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various enacted and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys generals, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

Episode 4: NCAA Issues New Clarifications to Its Interim NIL Policy

In this fourth installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Mia Marko discuss the very recently released NCAA guidance that clarifies its interim NIL policy. The NCAA breaks down this new clarifying guidance into several sections, offering exemplary dos and don'ts for each.

Podcast Sections

  • Introduction/Structure of the NCAA Clarifying Guidance (2:30)
  • Institutional Support for Student NIL Activity (7:59)
    • Permissible Facilitation and Assistance (9:21)
    • Impermissible Facilitation and Assistance (14:55)
  • Institutional Support for NIL Entity/Collective (16:04)
    • Permissible Facilitation of Contributions to NIL Entity/Collective (17:36)
    • Impermissible Contributions to NIL Entity/Collective (19:21)
  • Negotiations, Revenue Sharing, Compensation (20:38)
  • Key Takeaways (22:50)

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]]> Wed, 9 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Mia Marko) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/ncaa-issues-new-clarifications-to-its-interim-nil-policy-UFufbhjd The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various enacted and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys generals, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

Episode 4: NCAA Issues New Clarifications to Its Interim NIL Policy

In this fourth installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Mia Marko discuss the very recently released NCAA guidance that clarifies its interim NIL policy. The NCAA breaks down this new clarifying guidance into several sections, offering exemplary dos and don'ts for each.

Podcast Sections

  • Introduction/Structure of the NCAA Clarifying Guidance (2:30)
  • Institutional Support for Student NIL Activity (7:59)
    • Permissible Facilitation and Assistance (9:21)
    • Impermissible Facilitation and Assistance (14:55)
  • Institutional Support for NIL Entity/Collective (16:04)
    • Permissible Facilitation of Contributions to NIL Entity/Collective (17:36)
    • Impermissible Contributions to NIL Entity/Collective (19:21)
  • Negotiations, Revenue Sharing, Compensation (20:38)
  • Key Takeaways (22:50)

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]]> NCAA Issues New Clarifications to Its Interim NIL Policy Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, Mia Marko 00:29:13 In this episode, Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Mia Marko discuss the very recently released NCAA guidance that clarifies its interim NIL policy. In this episode, Cal Stein, Chris Brolley, and Mia Marko discuss the very recently released NCAA guidance that clarifies its interim NIL policy. ncaa, college athletics, student athlete, nil, college athlete false full 4 1 65c83280-f23c-4e00-a262-ffd160fbf236 NIL Enforcement The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys generals, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

Episode 3: NIL Enforcement

In this third installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the current state of NIL enforcement, as well as the potential future of NIL enforcement and regulation. Specific topics include:

  • Current State of NIL Enforcement (0:56)
  • NCAA Enforcement Letter (3:56)
  • What's Next: Predictions for Future NIL Enforcement Activities
    • Use of "Circumstantial Evidence" to Prove an "Inducement" (6:10)
    • NIL Payments Exceeding Fair Market Value (9:16)
    • NIL Deals That Involve Institutions and/or Boosters (12:19)
    • Timing of NIL Deals and School Enrollment (14:05)

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]]> Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/nil-enforcement-qalVNKU5 The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys generals, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

Episode 3: NIL Enforcement

In this third installment, Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the current state of NIL enforcement, as well as the potential future of NIL enforcement and regulation. Specific topics include:

  • Current State of NIL Enforcement (0:56)
  • NCAA Enforcement Letter (3:56)
  • What's Next: Predictions for Future NIL Enforcement Activities
    • Use of "Circumstantial Evidence" to Prove an "Inducement" (6:10)
    • NIL Payments Exceeding Fair Market Value (9:16)
    • NIL Deals That Involve Institutions and/or Boosters (12:19)
    • Timing of NIL Deals and School Enrollment (14:05)

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]]> NIL Enforcement Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:18:25 In this episode, Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the current state of NIL enforcement, as well as the potential future of NIL enforcement and regulation. In this episode, Cal Stein and Chris Brolley discuss the current state of NIL enforcement, as well as the potential future of NIL enforcement and regulation. ncaa, college athletics, student athlete, nil, college athlete false full 3 1 2d5b5ae6-3d30-4271-9f59-f10ef8e70e0b State Laws on NIL The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

Episode 2: State Laws on NIL

Join Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley for a podcast series analyzing the legal landscape surrounding NIL rights for student athletes. 

In this second installment, we analyze the myriad state laws associated with NIL rights and laws, including common elements and differences across states. Specific topics include:

  • Overview of State NIL Legislation (0:54)
  • Common Elements in State NIL Laws
  • Fair Market Value for NIL Compensation (5:33)
  • Compensation From Boosters/Third Parties (7:24)
  • Institutional Facilitation of NIL Opportunities (8:27)
  • Student Athlete Use of Institutional IP (10:18)
  • Timing of NIL Deals (11:31)
  • Limits on Professional Representation (Agents) (12:57)
  • Jurisdiction: Which State Laws Apply (13:40)
  • Conflicts Between State Laws and NCAA Guidance (16:38)

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]]> Tue, 13 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/state-laws-on-nil-0zsnxpqJ The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

Episode 2: State Laws on NIL

Join Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley for a podcast series analyzing the legal landscape surrounding NIL rights for student athletes. 

In this second installment, we analyze the myriad state laws associated with NIL rights and laws, including common elements and differences across states. Specific topics include:

  • Overview of State NIL Legislation (0:54)
  • Common Elements in State NIL Laws
  • Fair Market Value for NIL Compensation (5:33)
  • Compensation From Boosters/Third Parties (7:24)
  • Institutional Facilitation of NIL Opportunities (8:27)
  • Student Athlete Use of Institutional IP (10:18)
  • Timing of NIL Deals (11:31)
  • Limits on Professional Representation (Agents) (12:57)
  • Jurisdiction: Which State Laws Apply (13:40)
  • Conflicts Between State Laws and NCAA Guidance (16:38)

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]]> State Laws on NIL Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:19:35 In this episode, Cal Stein and Chris Brolley analyze the myriad state laws associated with NIL rights and laws, including common elements and differences across states. In this episode, Cal Stein and Chris Brolley analyze the myriad state laws associated with NIL rights and laws, including common elements and differences across states. ncaa, college athletics, student athlete, nil, college athlete false full 2 1 4bd50667-e3cb-4e78-8e54-cf6b41725294 NCAA Guidance on NIL The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

Join Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley for a podcast series, analyzing the legal landscape surrounding NIL rights for student athletes. 

In this first installment, we delve deep into the current NCAA guidance on NIL rights and laws. Specific topics include:

  • How We Arrived Here: A Brief History of the NIL (2:11)
  • The NCAA Interim Policy on the NIL (3:53)
  • NCAA Guidance on Third-Party Involvement in the NIL (Boosters) (9:23)
  • NIL Deals for International Students (13:18)

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]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000 nicole.sparkswatts@troutman.com (Cal Stein, Chris Brolley) https://highway-to-nil.simplecast.com/episodes/highway-to-nil-ncaa-guidance-on-nil-episode-1-iQ462jSe The Highway to NIL Podcast analyzes the legal landscape concerning college athletics and the regulation of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. The podcast provides key insights into the current state of affairs, focusing on the NIL guidance and policies coming directly from the NCAA; the various passed and amended state NIL laws; and NIL enforcement, including how the NCAA, state attorneys general, and other regulators may investigate and punish schools for NIL violations.

Join Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley for a podcast series, analyzing the legal landscape surrounding NIL rights for student athletes. 

In this first installment, we delve deep into the current NCAA guidance on NIL rights and laws. Specific topics include:

  • How We Arrived Here: A Brief History of the NIL (2:11)
  • The NCAA Interim Policy on the NIL (3:53)
  • NCAA Guidance on Third-Party Involvement in the NIL (Boosters) (9:23)
  • NIL Deals for International Students (13:18)

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]]> NCAA Guidance on NIL Cal Stein, Chris Brolley 00:18:25 Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley delve deep into the current NCAA guidance on name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights and laws for student athletes. Troutman Pepper litigators Cal Stein and Chris Brolley delve deep into the current NCAA guidance on name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights and laws for student athletes. ncaa, college athletics, student athlete, nil, college athlete false full 1 1