With the recent class action lawsuit filed by Chris Spielman against The Ohio State University and IMG College I have received a lot of questions from administrators and leaders as to how I think it …
Regardless of Outcome, Athletic Departments Cannot Ignore Spielman v. Ohio State
When Chris Spielman, NFL All-Pro and All-American linebacker at Ohio State, filed a federal lawsuit on Friday against his alma mater and sports marketing firm IMG College, he certainly understood the …
The Advantages To Self-Reporting Violations Are Abundant
Reporting secondary violations to the NCAA has become a way for athletic departments to save face with the governing body. The hope is the NCAA views the self-reporting as institutions paying close …
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Coverage and Recruiting Habits Mean Athletes are More Entitled Than Ever
Ezekial Elliot with the CFB Playoff Trophy. Ezekiel Elliott’s outburst after Ohio State’s loss to Michigan State last week falls in line with the idea that today’s generation of athletes are more …
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Programs Must Balance Ticket Prices In Order To Maximize Product Value
Whether it is food at a fine dining restaurant, a bespoke suit, or a handmade Swiss watch, deciding what to charge for a premium product is a tricky process. On the one hand, you want to maximize …
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Food And Fueling Stations Have Become The New Recruiting Arms Race
College athletic programs trying to one-up the other have evolved from owning the best equipment to showcasing the most enviable wellness kitchen. In this era of “anything you can do, I can do …
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