College Athletics and the Law

O’Brien, Timothy

doi: 10.1002/catl.31278pmid: N/A

The historical concept of who and what constitutes a student‐athlete is under scrutiny and being carefully considered by several courts, the National Labor Relations Board, and even the NCAA. Although the NCAA's latest view doesn’t involve the possibility of converting student‐athletes to an employment status, the other forums seem to be seriously considering the argument for this type of change.

doi: 10.1002/catl.31279pmid: N/A

Binge drinking, narcotic use declines among student‐athletes Marijuana legalization impacts recruiting for basketball, football Study examines popularity of women's and girls’ sports

Stein, Callan; Shire, Howard J.; Lowe, Michael S.; Brolley, Christopher M.; DeFilippis, Connor B.; Clifford, Danielle A.; Zancolli, Patrick

doi: 10.1002/catl.31280pmid: N/A

Looking back, 2023 proved to be yet another important year for the landscape of college sports and name, image, and likeness. As we look ahead to 2024, it's imperative for higher education stakeholders to consider how the landscape will evolve further. Here, we delve into the future of NIL in 2024 and offer some predictions and insights that could define this year of college sports.

McCarthy, Claudine

doi: 10.1002/catl.31281pmid: N/A

Although legalized sports betting can be a harmless form of entertainment, it also carries high‐stakes risks in the form of harassment targeted at student‐athletes, gambling addictions, and violations of NCAA bylaws. At the annual NCAA Convention, a panel of experts discussed the risks and safeguards related to sports betting, which has been legalized in 47 states. Moderated by Clint Hangebrauck, NCAA Managing Director of Enterprise Risk Management, the panel included Teresa Fiore, Vice President of Partnerships at EPIC Global Solutions; Timothy W. Fong, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA, and Co‐Director of the UCLA Gambling Studies Program; Mark Hicks, J.D., NCAA Managing Director of Enforcement; and Jonathan Hirshler, Co‐Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Signify Group, an ethical data science company.

Lyerly, Eric

doi: 10.1002/catl.31284pmid: N/A

A member of the University of California‐San Diego rowing  team died by suicide, allegedly due to psychological  abuse from his coaches.

Lyerly, Eric

doi: 10.1002/catl.31283pmid: N/A

An overview of the key topics faced by college athletics administrators with citations to noteworthy cases, statutes, regulations, and additional sources.

doi: 10.1002/catl.31287pmid: N/A

Case name: Richardson v. Northwestern University, et al., No. 1:21‐CV‐00522 (N.D. Ill. 09/21/23).

doi: 10.1002/catl.31286pmid: N/A

Case name: Lozier v. Holzgrafe, No. 18‐3077 (C.D. Ill. 10/06/23).

Hodges, Dawn Z.

doi: 10.1002/catl.31282pmid: N/A

I’m a ponderer, so I’ve had plenty of time to contemplate my career since I retired five years ago. I’ve identified many mistakes I made throughout the years, and many things I did right. My higher education career started out with a job in college recruitment and ended with a job as a chief academic officer. I fulfilled my career goal. It was very satisfying. I had the opportunity to be promoted from within, and to be promoted by changing institutions.

McCarthy, Claudine

doi: 10.1002/catl.31285pmid: N/A

It can prove challenging to successfully manage the continually changing landscape of fundraising and engagement within college athletics, especially since name, image, and likeness came on the scene. Message alignment and education have been game changers for Michael Paulus, who recently took on a new role as Assistant Dean for Advancement and External Engagement at Syracuse University's Martin J. Whitman School of Management after serving more than two years as Senior Associate Athletic Director and Executive Director of Athletic Development at Syracuse University.