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Beyond Sponsorship: The Rise of Athletics Brands In-House Content Studios
The demand for digital content—whether on social media or streaming platforms—combined with the name, image, and likeness (NIL) era, where athletes actively monetize their personal brands, is reshaping how sports content is created and distributed. Last year, women’s basketball star JuJu Watkins partnered with UNINTERRUPTED, 4.4 Forty Media, and State Farm to produce On the Rise: JuJu Watkins , a six-part documentary giving viewers a behind the scenes look of her rise to st
Andrew Gagnon
Nov 173 min read


The “Golden Bear” Is Still Shining: Jack Nicklaus Victorious in $50 Million Defamation Suit Against Nicklaus Companies
A Florida jury has delivered a $50 million verdict for golf icon Jack Nicklaus in his defamation lawsuit against Nicklaus Companies, LLC, and other related entities. The landmark verdict, following nearly four hours of deliberation in a Palm Beach County courtroom, finally brings the 85-year-old legend professional and personal vindication after a long, arduous legal process. The Fuss Surrounding Nicklaus’ Name, Reputation, and LIV Golf Accusations The origin of this laws
Oliver Canning
Oct 293 min read


Duke Dunks on Counterfeiters
Duke University, one of the most prestigious colleges in the United States and home to one of the country’s most famous basketball...
Chris D'Avanzo
Sep 244 min read


A Mammoth Trademark Dispute: A Clash of Common-Law Rights and Pro Sports Branding
When the NHL’s newest franchise in Salt Lake City unveiled its permanent identity as the Utah Mammoth, it was supposed to be a moment of...

Stephon Burton
Sep 53 min read


UFC Announces Major 2026 Media Rights Agreement with Paramount, Putting Pay-Per-View on the Ropes
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fans celebrated a win outside of the main card last week, as UFC announced a major media rights...
Nancy Mouradian
Aug 223 min read


Private Equity Walks Into A Stadium – How Recent Rule Changes Have Opened the Flood Gates to Major Investors And Concerns For The Regulatory Landscape
Over the last few years, private equity has significantly increased its presence in the sports industry, moving from the sidelines to the...
Michael Moore
Aug 203 min read


Punishable PRIME: US Olympic Committee Sues Logan Paul, PRIME Energy Drink Over Trademark Infringement
The United States Olympic and Paralympics Committee (USOPC) is suing Logan Paul and KSI’s energy drink company, Prime Hydration, accusing...
Chris D'Avanzo
Jul 29, 20243 min read


Lamar Jackson Challenges Troy Aikman's Use of the Number Eight in Trademark Dispute
When you think of all the great NFL quarterbacks who have donned the number eight, two of the first names that come to mind are...

Brendan Bell
Jul 26, 20243 min read


You Can't "Just Do It": Nike Suit May Impact the Custom Shoe Industry
Who doesn’t love a pair of Nike Air Jordan 1s made out of a Louis Vuitton bag or the Travis Scott AJ1s made with alligator skin leather....
Andrew Gagnon
Jul 19, 20244 min read


District Court Denies The Brandr Group’s Motion For Temporary Restraining Order
Last Friday, United States District Judge Haywood Gilliam denied The Brandr Group, LLC’s (TBG) Motion for Temporary Restraining Order....
Landis Barber
Jul 6, 20232 min read
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