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USA Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Watch Jaden Greathouse and Eli Raridon throw out the first pitch for South Bend Cubs
Watch Jaden Greathouse and Eli Raridon throw out the first pitch for South Bend Cubs The list of Notre Dame football players getting the opportunity to throw out the first pitch at a baseball game grew on Tuesday, as Jaden Greathouse and Eli Raridon accomplished the feat for the South Bend Cubs. The minor league affiliate for the Chicago Cubs invited the two Irish stars to partake in the pregame festivities, as Greathouse went first, throwing a solid strike. Raridon went next, and while he didn't throw it with nearly as much pace as his teammate, it was still a solid pitch. Head coach Marcus Freeman has thrown out first pitches for the Chicago White Sox, the New York Mets and the New York Yankees. Just a few weeks ago linebacker Drayk Bowen threw the first pitch at a White Sox game as part of his Name, Image, and Likeness deal with the club. Former Notre Dame tight end Cole Kmet did the same last year for the Cubs, and Rylie Mills also threw one for the White Sox last summer. It's an opportunity that many don't get, but plenty of Irish stars have gotten the chance.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Kentucky's Otega Oweh shrugs off new House settlement ruling
The post Kentucky's Otega Oweh shrugs off new House settlement ruling appeared first on ClutchPoints. In late May, Kentucky basketball standout Otega Oweh decided to forgo the NBA draft and return for his final season, much to the delight of coach Marc Pope, who cried when he got the news. Advertisement Not only is Oweh returning to Lexington, but he is also getting paid for it. Oweh, much like the NCAA, is coming to terms with the landmark House ruling allowing universities to directly pay college athletes for their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Among the particulars of the ruling are colleges sharing revenue with athletes, providing back pay to former athletes, eliminating scholarship limits, and establishing NIL oversight. When asked about it, Oweh couldn't care less, per Daniel Hager of All that matters to him is that he is getting paid to play college basketball. 'They're paying us,' Oweh responded with a laugh. 'That's it. That's a great thing for sure, but I don't really be keeping up with the settlement stuff like that. As long as we're getting paid, that's good for me. Anything extra, that's cool.' Advertisement In all, Oweh said that NIL hasn't drastically changed anything in the locker room. Oweh is coming off a season in which he averaged 16.2 points per game. Kentucky finished with a record of 24-12, including a 10-8 conference record. They made it to the Sweet 16 before losing 78-65 to Tennessee. As for Oweh, he has a projected NIL value of $385,000. As a result, this allowed him to put a hold on the NBA. Otega Oweh's NIL deals with Kentucky Although there are no specific details of NIL deals, the concept played a significant role in Oweh's stay in Kentucky. Recently, he rejected a $25 million NIL deal to play for the University of Louisville. To maximize his potential, Oweh formally established an Opendorse profile, an online platform that enables athletes to negotiate NIL and sponsorship deals. Advertisement Oweh is a product of an era in which there is a greater incentive for players to stay in college for all four years due to NIL. Related: Former Morehouse College coach joins in-conference rival Related: Mo Williams, Jackson State offer scholarship to son of NBA standout
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
A New Era in College Sports Dispute Resolution: AAA® Introduces NIL-Specific Arbitration Procedures
New arbitration procedures and guidelines support athletes, schools, and sponsors navigating NIL agreements. NEW YORK, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA), the global leader in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), launched new supplementary procedures and due process guidelines specifically designed to meet the growing demand for fast, fair, and reliable dispute resolution in college athletics and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agreements. As student-athletes gain the ability to benefit from their personal brand, the collegiate sports landscape has shifted dramatically, bringing with it a rise in disputes over contracts, compensation, eligibility, and governance. The AAA's updated framework supports athletes, universities, advisors, and collectives in navigating NIL-related and sports participation challenges and offers a streamlined path to resolve these matters efficiently and equitably. 'At a time when college sports are undergoing historic change, athletes and institutions need a fair, fast, and neutral process for resolving disputes,' said Bridget McCormack, president and CEO of the AAA. 'Our new NIL and sports participation arbitration procedures are designed to protect the rights of student-athletes and institutions alike, ensuring that disagreements don't derail careers or academic missions. The AAA brings trusted, sport-savvy arbitrators and a streamlined process that puts resolution—and the people behind the contracts—at the center.' The AAA's newly developed guidelines and supplementary procedures provide a streamlined, flexible framework for managing sports-related disputes, offering built-in emergency relief options and clearly defined filing fees, arbitrator rates, and administrative costs to provide predictability and manageability for all parties. Developed in collaboration with legal scholars, athlete advocates, and industry leaders, the AAA's comprehensive Supplementary Procedures for the Arbitration of Sports Participation and Name, Image, and Likeness Disputes and Due Process Guidelines for the Arbitration of Sports Participation and Name, Image, and Likeness Disputes promote fairness, transparency, and efficiency. Cases are handled by experienced professionals drawn from the AAA's exclusive Sports and Commercial Panels of Arbitrators, each with deep expertise in sports law, NIL agreements, and collegiate eligibility issues. The process also prioritizes privacy, protecting sensitive financial and contractual information that might otherwise be exposed through litigation. "I'm proud to contribute to the evolving college athletics landscape by supporting procedures that reflect both fairness and flexibility,' said Maidie Oliveau, member of the American Arbitration Association's Sports Advisory Committee. 'This approach is designed to deliver clarity and resolution quickly, minimizing disruption to athletes and institutions alike." To help prevent disputes before they arise, the AAA encourages athletes, schools, sponsors, and collectives to establish clear, compliant agreements that include a designated dispute resolution clause. Sample arbitration language for sports participation and NIL agreements is available at View the Due Process Guidelines, Costs of Arbitration, and Supplementary Procedures for more information. About the American Arbitration Association The not-for-profit AAA is the leading ADR service provider. It has administered more than eight million ADR cases since its founding in 1926. With offices throughout the United States and Singapore, the AAA provides organizations of all sizes in virtually every industry with ADR services and products. For more information, visit CONTACT: Lauren Nick American Arbitration Association 212 401 4808 nickl@ in to access your portfolio
USA Today
11-06-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Ohio State announces the creation of consolidated NIL initiative
Ohio State announces the creation of consolidated NIL initiative With the approval of the House Settlement for distributions and allowance of direct student-athlete pay, things will continue to change, most notably with Name, Image and Likeness (NIL). The days of large, somewhat vague NIL deals are gone, with anything over $600 needing to be approved by an NCAA Clearinghouse. To meet the demands of a changing landscape of NIL, Ohio State has announced the creation of the "Buckeye Sports Group." In partnership with Learfield, the OSU Department of Athletics has created the initiative to "support, streamline and enhance Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities for Ohio State student-athletes," the university announced on Tuesday. 'Ohio State has always been a leader in college athletics, and this initiative is another step forward to build upon our strong NIL foundation,' said Carey Hoyt, Ohio State's Deputy Director of Athletics in a statement. 'By combining the power of our athletic brand with Learfield's expansive network, we are creating an innovative, full-service approach to NIL that directly benefits our student-athletes.' Ohio State will work with Learfield Impact, the company's industry-leading NIL services, to dedicate on-campus leadership professionals who will prioritize Buckeye student-athlete brand engagement and content-driven campaigns. Buckeye Sports Group (BSG) will have access to Learfield's Compass NIL technology broker deals and gather insights into student-athlete interests so that they can build brand connections. Buckeye Sports Group will focus on three comprehensive strategies to move NIL efforts forward: deal facilitation and management, content creation and storytelling, and support services. NIL Deal Facilitation & Management o Negotiating and securing brand partnerships locally, regionally, and nationally for student-athletes. o Overseeing contract preparation and fair market value assessments. o Utilizing analytics to track NIL performance and return on investment. Content Creation & Student-Athlete Storytelling, powered by Learfield Studios o Creating athlete-driven digital content, including social media campaigns, video series and podcasts. o Leveraging Learfield's Fanbase data and digital expertise to optimize distribution across social media and digital channels. o Providing marketing resources for brand collaborations to maximize results, including the use of Ohio State marks, logos and access to campus facilities. Athlete Support & Services o Providing financial literacy and tax support through partnerships with industry experts. o Offering branding and social media growth training to help athletes build their personal brands. o Connecting student-athletes with brand partners to provide business experience, micro-internships and build professional networking relationships with companies. With the new approach to NIL, Buckeye Sports Group will also work to consolidate current collectives already in place under one vision and strategy so that all efforts are working together under the same parameters and in concert, something that will be paramount to forging ahead in yet another new frontier in college athletics. We are committed to making Ohio State the premier destination for NIL success,' Hoyt added. 'With Buckeye Sports Group, we're building a model that will serve as the new standard for college athletics.' Contact/Follow us @BuckeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Ohio State news, notes and opinion. Follow Phil Harrison on X.
USA Today
08-06-2025
- Automotive
- USA Today
SEE IT: Steve Sarkisian and Co. roll out Lamborghinis in Austin amid recruiting camps
SEE IT: Steve Sarkisian and Co. roll out Lamborghinis in Austin amid recruiting camps Texas players have already inked promotional deals with Lamborghini Austin, with running back Bijan Robinson becoming the first to sign such a partnership in 2022. The Texas Longhorns are making headlines again, not just for their play on the field but for their high-octane recruiting tactics. Over the weekend, the university showcased a fleet of Lamborghinis outside its football facilities as it hosted some of the nation's top high school prospects for official visits. The luxury cars, parked in front of the Moncrief Athletics Center next to Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium, were impossible to miss as blue-chip recruits arrived in Austin. The spectacle is part of an ongoing trend for Texas, which first rolled out the exotic cars during last year's recruiting cycle. This year's event featured around 14 to 15 top targets from the Class of 2026, including five-star running back Ezavier Crowell and Lamar Brown, as well as four-star edge rusher Jamarion Carlton, cornerback Davon Benjamin and four-star quarterback Kavian Bryant. The display is more than just a photo opportunity. It's a visual reminder of the opportunities available to student-athletes in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era. Texas players have already inked promotional deals with Lamborghini Austin, with running back Bijan Robinson becoming the first to sign such a partnership in 2022. Since then, other Longhorns, including Jordan Whittington, Jake Majors, Michael Taaffe, and Isaiah Bond, have also driven Lamborghinis as part of NIL deals. While the Lamborghinis have become a social media sensation, the move has drawn mixed reactions from fans and commentators. Some see it as a bold and effective marketing strategy, while others criticize it as a flashy distraction from the fundamentals of college football. Either way, it sticks out to recruits, come to Texas and Texas One Fund connections could net you an NIL deal with Lamborghini of Austin. As Texas prepares for its second season in the SEC, head coach Steve Sarkisian and his staff are making it clear that the Longhorns are willing to leverage every advantage to attract elite talent. Whether the Lamborghinis ultimately translate to wins on the field remains to be seen, but for now, Texas is sending a message to recruits and rivals alike: the Longhorns are back, and they're not afraid to make a statement.
