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The app Hornet, which caters to the gay male community, has seen a 30-percent increase in social feed engagement since social distancing measures began in mid-March, according to CEO Christof Wittig. And the dating app Tinder reported that it saw more engagement on March 29 than on any other day in its history, with moreRead more

Ryan Lochte has become a transcendent figure in the Olympic world. Ryan is an 12-time Olympic medalist (including five Gold, three Silver, and three Bronze). His seven individual Olympic medals are second all-time in Men’s Swimming and he is the current world record holder in the 200 individual medley. Ryan has been named both AmericanRead more

The meaning of the phrase ‘press kit’ has evolved. As recently as a decade ago, it meant literally a package of information in a folder sent out to reporters to try and generate interest in a company. The kits were an easy way to share a comprehensive look at a business/brand, but were notoriously burdensome;Read more

Is the agent or agency that’s recruiting you registered to practice as an agent or agency in your state? For the NFL, sports agent firms must be registered with the National Football League Player’s Association (NFLPA) to negotiate a contract for a player. The Uniform Athlete Agents Act, or the UAAA, is a state lawRead more

The first thing to do going into an important contract negotiation is to have a true understanding of your or your client’s position and interests. In the world of sports, much like other industries, contracts can make or break an individual and/or company. Negotiations are often hotly contested, and sometimes emotions get in the way ofRead more

This article is for all the young athletes who depend on Sports Networker to provide resourceful tools for your future sports career. You’ve got hustle, talent, and on your way to the pro level. How do you find a sports agent who has your best interest in mind? Here are some tips to help you findRead more

Sports agents serve a valuable role in terms of securing and negotiating contracts for the professional athlete. Lawyers who represent athletes have generally been trained in the fundamentals of contracts and should be familiar with the current market value of their client relative to other athletes within the same sport. However, it should be notedRead more

Think going pro is easy? The reality is that it’s not. There’s much more to it than simply being an elite athlete. There are workouts to set up, agents to appoint, contracts to negotiate, finances to deal with and a number of other more technical facets that go unseen by the average football fan. WarrenRead more

N 2000, 18-YEAR-OLD MATT HARRINGTON WAS WIDELY CONSIDERED THE MOST PROMISING PITCHER IN THE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL (MLB) DRAFT ” Watch Full Movie Online Streaming Online and Download The Colorado Rockies chose him as their seventh pick and then sweetened the pot after Harrington, his parents, and his agent, Tommy Tanzer, rejected the team’s first offer. On behalfRead more

Contracts in sports are no different than contracts in everyday life. Professional athletes are compensated for their services with a paycheck just as anyone else. This section examines the nature of personal services contracts of pro athletes. However, even the amateur athlete deals with important contract-related issues. Amateur athletes often have to make tough choicesRead more