How to champion your role, and explore player evaluations with Seth Greenberg (EP62)Welcome back to the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience titled, “One Man and the Draft” hosted by Dan Purcell. On this episode we sit down with ESPN Analyst, Seth Greenberg to discuss what it means to champion your role. Seth also gives us insight on his player evaluation method, emphasizing the importance of evaluating a players tangibles, along with their intangibles.Dan discussedSeth’s biggest barriers/obstacles he faced as a head coach at Long Beach StateSeth shares what make a “Five Star Champion”.He gives us insight on the players he believes have what it takes to compete at the next level.Seth shares 3 things to keep in mind when evaluating a player's ability to compete at the next level.Seth shares his draft order, and opinion on who has the upset in the upcoming draft.After sharing his personal experiences, Seth Greenberg leaves the audience with advice, “If you love it, get lost in it, and you will find your path.Connect with Dan Purcell on Twitter: @iam_danp

Should the Final Four Impact an NBA Draft Board?We have a special episode today! Dan Purcell teams up with Eric Pincus, writer and salary cap strategist at Bleacher Report, to discuss how the NCAA Tournament affects the draft board, the calendar of scouting, and lastly, the next steps in the draft process. This episode is a recording from a recent Sports Business Classroom webinar.In this episode, Dan and Eric discuss:-Dan’s calendar of the scouting process-How NCAA Tournament affects an NBA Draft Board-Dan’s first lottery mock draft-The next steps in the scouting process (combine, workouts, and interviews)-A Special Guest drops in-Info on the Sports Business Classroom Immersive ExperienceAt the end of this episode, Dan and Eric are joined with our special guest to discuss Sports Business Classroom Immersive Experience held in Las Vegas, July 10-15 during the NBA Summer League! Connect with Dan Purcell on Twitter: @iam_danpConnect with Eric Pincus on Twitter: @EricPincus

Draft Analysis and Scouting from a Player’s Perspective with Jimmer FredetteWelcome back to another episode of Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience’s One Man and the Draft, hosted by Dan Purcell. On this episode we have BYU Legend, Naismith Player of the Year, and a 6 year NBA professional, Jimmer Fredette. Listen in as Jimmer shares the draft process from a player’s perspective, his fondest memories of the draft, and more.In this episode, Dan discusses:- MORE NCAA March Madness - Dan’s March Madness standouts; Bennedict Mathurin - Analyzing players through a PPA lens, “Putting your PPA to work”- Jimmer’s viewpoint of the draft from a player’s perspective- Jimmer shares his behind the scenes draft process; selecting an agent and team - Staying draft ready- Jimmer’s athletic training app- Finding a players ratingIn closing, Dan reminds listeners to regulate bias when rating a player and to compile initial analysis of a player to generate a rating by considering all aspects. Don’t forget to submit questions, engage and get some feedback from Dan!Connect with Dan Purcell on Twitter: @iam_danp

Kicking off our 2nd episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience series, “One Man and the Draft” hosted by Dan Purcell. Dan is a former Front Office Executive and Draft Specialist, and in this episode he hones in on Player Person Analysis. In this episode, Dan discusses:- Player Person Analysis (PPA)- PPA philosophy- Evaluating the evolution of a player.- Analyzing sustainability in players - Summarizing your PPA- Draft process- NCAA Conference tourney scouting: action and analysis - What to expect in upcoming episodes- And more!At the end of this episode, Dan raises a core principle question, and invites all of you listeners to weigh in. Take on the challenge, engage and get some feedback from Dan!Connect with Dan Purcell on Twitter: @iam_danpShow Notes & More: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com/scouting-march-madness/

Today's episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is the first of a new series called "One Man and the Draft" hosted by Dan Purcell, former Front Office Executive and Draft Specialist. In this episode, Dan provides insights on the scouting process and preparation for the draft.In this episode, Dan discussed:- His experience of working as a Front Office Executive- A basic structure on preparing for the draft- Understanding teams and their needs- How scouting teams are established- How to scout the conference tournaments- The 4:1 ratio- Writing scouting reports- What to expect in upcoming episodes- And more!At the end of this episode, Dan provides all of you listeners with a special assignment to test your skills. Take on the challenge, engage and get some feedback.Connect with Dan Purcell on Twitter: @iam_danpAbout Dan PurcellDan Purcell’s basketball journey began when he was recruited to Lake Erie College to play Division III basketball where he helped the Storm to 2 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances and a #1 overall regional ranking. After graduating, Purcell became a skills trainer/coach with the National Basketball Academy in Cleveland, OH. In 2009, when the Academy began a business relationship with the then-New Orleans Hornets, Purcell was selected to run the operation in Louisiana.While at The Academy, Dan grew the program into the largest in the state. Notable players during his tenure at the Academy were Terry Rozier (CHA), Jared Butler (UTAH), and Thon Maker (MIL, CHI). Four years later, he was hired as the Hornets Basketball Operations Assistant. After a successful stint, he was promoted to Basketball Operations Manager.

Today’s episode of Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a recorded webinar about how front office executives look at the trade deadline with Ryan McDonough (Former Front Office Executive with the Phoenix Suns/Boston Celtics & current NBA Insider at Audacy) and Eric Pincus (Capologist/Writer for Bleacher Report & Sports Business Classroom).Ryan and Eric went on to discuss:- How front office executives approach the February 10th trade deadline- The process of executing a trade- Options and trade scenarios for teams and top players- And more!In addition, Ryan McDonough, Eric Pincus and Larry Coon discuss our current and upcoming programs such as the CBA Mastery Course with Larry Coon and Sports Business Classroom Draft Academy Virtual Experience taking place March 29-31, 2022.For more information and related content, visit sportsbusinessclassroom.com

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with Nick Lagios, General Manager of the Capitanes CDMX. Nick Lagios was the Director of Basketball Operations and Player Development for the South Bay Lakers, the G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers and a former SBC Student.In this episode we discuss:- What made this job opportunity seem like this was the right moveNick talks about his experiences in Sydney, Australia- What the interview process was like for Nick’s current position- Nick’s advice for people who are chasing their dreamsNick Lagios attended the University of Colorado, Boulder, where he is a graduate of the university’s top-notch geography program, all while being a well-versed, talented, creative, and motivational individual. After graduating college Nick became a video intern for the Los Angeles Lakers for 8 months. From there he scored a job with the South Bay Lakers as a Basketball Operations Coordinator and then later transitioned to be the Director of Basketball Operations and Player Development. After working for South Bay for nearly six years, Nick earned a job as Basketball Development Coordinator for the Lakers, up until his new position as a GM. 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with the host of the No Dunks Podcast, Leigh Ellis. Leigh writes, shoots, produces and edits his own features for The Athletic. Previously, Leigh has been an analyst on the FAN590 radio station during the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Rogers Cup. Leigh has a strong passion for all sports, specifically the NBA, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Australian Rules Football and the Olympics. Throughout Leigh's career, he has a proven networking ability with well-established contacts in the sports media community. In this episode we discuss:How Leigh’s passion for the game led him to his current careerHow he transitioned from working at a bank to entering the basketball industryWhat keeps Leigh Ellis motivated Leigh’s specialties consist of working competently with a camera as well as working with editing software such as Aurora, Final Cut, Edius, and Avid. He has an in-depth knowledge of industry trends and tools, including search engine optimization, social media tools, and techniques. He was a personality on the podcast, blog, and NBA TV program The Starters formerly known as The Basketball Jones.  Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Leigh Ellis: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with Turner Sports Coordinating Producer, Jeremy Levin. Jeremy produces the nine-time Emmy-winning “Inside The NBA” studio show, where he supervises the control room and production staff. In addition to his role as a coordinating producer, Levin’s job also consists of  working with the Turner sales team to ensure flawless execution of deals and mentoring entry level employees.In this episode we discuss:What does the preparation for the show look like How to keep a balance of entertainment and basketball on the airWhere the show, Inside the NBA, stands historicallyThe future of broadcasting with viewing habits evolvingAt Turner, Jeremy works with the team to develop new sports programming while also attending conferences, including NCTA, and NAB about the future of television, broadband internet, and VOD. Levin started on entry level events at each company and progressed to the  highest profile events and positions. His key roles on Turner’s coverage were NBA All-star weekend, NBA Playoffs, NASCAR, and transitioned from NBA TV to Turner.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with Dan Purcell, former Front Office Executive for he New Orleans Pelicans. Purcell’s basketball journey began when he was recruited to Lake Erie College to play Division III basketball. Lake Erie College finished 21-7 that season, earning the program’s first bid to the NCAA Division III Tournament after winning the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference regular-season and tournament titles. After graduating, Purcell landed a job with The National Basketball Academy (TNBA).In this episode we discuss:Dan’s college basketball careerHis transition from being a player to working in the industryDan’s current goal and how he stays motivatedWhat he has learned from his journey thus farAs an Operations Assistant in the TNBA, Purcell helped in all facets of a wide-ranging operation that includes advanced teaching, summer camps and running youth basketball clinics for the Cavs and other NBA franchises. In 2009, when the Academy began a business relationship with the then-New Orleans Hornets, Kline-Ruminski picked Purcell to run the operation in Louisiana. Four years later, he was hired as the team’s Basketball Operations Assistant and was then promoted to Basketball Operations Manager.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Dan Purcell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with Peter Scott, Vice President of Emerging Media and Innovation, at Turner Sports. Pete has been with Turner Broadcasting, an AOL Time Warner company since 1989. He first started in the Video Journalist program at CNN, becoming an editor and cameraman for CNN news. He traveled the world for six years covering wars in Bosnia, the US invasion of Haiti, Presidential campaigns, Earthquakes in Los Angeles, and otherworldly events. In 1996, Peter moved to Turner Sports where he became a Senior Production Manager of Remote Operations coordinating, logistics for the NBA, NFL, and MLB telecasts on TNT and TBS.In this episode we discuss:Peter’s experience at CNNPeter’s specific role at Turner SportsHow Pete keeps the mindset of being open to new approachesHow he thinks the media will evolve in the next 3 to 5 years In 2000, he moved to Los Angeles to become Senior Video Producer for FoxSports.com. There he was responsible for producing and directing the first live college football game streamed over the Internet. In 2001 he returned to Turner, where he was Executive Interactive Producer of Content, Programming, and Production for Turner Sports Interactive, where he managed the digital rights for NASCAR.com PGATOUR.com, and PGA.com. In 2007 he became GM and Business Manager for PGA.com and PGATOUR.com. In 2008 Pete became the Executive Director of Digital Partnerships and was in charge of Turner's content and business relationship with Yahoo Sports and responsible for all new emerging technologies as it relates to the Turner Sports portfolio. Currently, Pete is Vice President, Emerging Media with an expanded role of overseeing new technologies for Sports Illustrated and NCAA Digital. Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Peter Scott: LinkedIn

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with Michael Jackson, a former American professional basketball player who played in three NBA seasons for the Sacramento Kings from 1987 to 1990. He was a 6'2" guard from Georgetown University and was a member of the 1984 Hoyas team that won the Division I national championship in 1985 and returned to the Final Four the following year. In this episode we discuss:Michael’s college basketball careerThe transition from a pro ballplayer to NBA CoachHow MJ contributed to Turner Sports  Challenges and experiences when working with pro ballers like Kobe Bryant and LeBron JamesFollowing his college career, Jackson was selected by the New York Knicks in the second round (47th pick overall) of the 1986 NBA draft. In his NBA career, Jackson played in 89 games, scored a total of 188 points, and had 198 assists. He led the Kings in assists in a number of games in the 1987–88 season. MJ was a member of Georgetown's 1984 National Championship team. After graduating with a degree in sociology in 1986, he was accepted to the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard. Upon retirement, Jackson assumed management positions with the United States Olympic Committee and Turner Sports and served as the president of Yankees–Nets, currently known as YES Network. He has worked in a number of executive positions at Nike, Inc, including vice president and general manager of global basketball from 2014 to 2016.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with Alex Kennedy and Oliver Maroney, the hosts of the NBA Top Shot Weekly Podcast. Alex Kennedy is an NBA writer and the Chief Content Officer at BasketballNews.com. Alex also previously worked at HoopsHype as an editor. Oliver Maroney currently works in Talent Relations Sports at Cameo. Oliver previously worked at BIG3 as a Content and Media strategist, as well as a senior writer at Dime Magazine and Basketball Insiders. Both hosts have very successful careers in NBA media and are now leading voices in the NBA Top Shot community.In this episode we discuss:Basic understanding of NBA Top Shots Oliver and Alex explained which moments are hot and why   What the future of this product looks like In this episode, Alex and Oliver answer all the basic questions so anyone can gain an understanding of NBA Top Shot. NBA Top Shot lets you build a collection featuring all the players you love, including the elite rookies, the role players that made your favorite team tick, and the players you can’t get enough of. Alex and Oliver are early adopters of NBA Top Shot and are now leading voices in the Top Shot community. They provide an easy and user-friendly onramp into the world of NBA Top Shot.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Alex Kennedy:  Instagram | Twitter Connect with Oliver Maroney: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with Bleacher Report Writer, NBA Collective Bargaining Agreement expert, and NBA TV & Basketball Insiders Capologist, Eric Pincus. Pincus is currently covering the league for Basketball Insiders and the Los Angeles Lakers for Bleacher Report. In this episode we discuss: Ideas and advice for beginner sports reporters and writers What makes the Virtual Experience Draft Academy unique  What the Virtual Experience Draft Academy will be covering over the weekEric Pincus is a leading expert on NBA player contracts and the league’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. As an NBA Senior Writer for Basketball Insiders, Pincus publishes detailed team pages on each NBA franchise with accurately sourced salary information for each player. He is also the resident Capologist for NBA TV and the Los Angeles Lakers lead writer for Bleacher Report. Eric also recently launched his own YouTube Channel with videos discussing all 30 NBA teams' relationship to the salary cap.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Eric Pincus: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with the CEO & Co-Founder at Another Lane, Adena Jones. Adena has over 10 years of developing award-winning social editorial strategies and digital activations by creating engaging content for use in social media campaigns. Her past job titles consist of Director of Social Media, Director of Content Operations, Senior Manager of Social Moments, Deputy Managing Editor, Social Media Manager, Writer, Editor, Manager of Social Media Communications, and Interactive Producer.In this episode we discuss:Taking chances in your career Learning from each job opportunity Past work experiences and responsibilities From Nike to NBA.com and even the worldwide leader in sports ESPN, Adena has her finger on the pulse of the digital sports world. No matter the medium: video, social, or printed word, Adena has a passion for being at the forefront of delivering information and engaging users with powerful brand messaging. Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Adena Jones: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with Dominique Willis, known to NBA fans as Dom2K. The NBA YouTube personality started out just over 5 years ago, has gained over 365K subscribers on YouTube, 43.1K followers on Twitch, and has been a great success within the NBA community.In this episode we discuss:What led Dom to the path of content creatingChallenges that Dom deals withEarly stages of Dom’s career and how it has evolved Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Dom 2K:  Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | Twitch 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we sat down with the Assistant Director of the USA Basketball Men’s National Team, BJ Domingo. In his role with the men’s program, Domingo assists Team USA in all facets, but his primary focus will be on the Men's Junior National Team. In his role, he will coordinate the participation of athletes and staff for the men's junior team minicamps and international competitions, as well as assisting in the implementation of the health and wellness and life skills components.In this episode we discuss:How BJ fell in love with the game of basketballBJ's responsibilities as Assistant Director for USA basketballDeveloping and trusting your own process as a scoutWhat BJ has learned from his past career experiences How a season progresses for a scout as an NBA team points toward the draftDomingo earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from San Jose State University in May 2013, and recently he worked in the Milwaukee Bucks front office as a scout, a position he began in 2017 and held until being hired at USA Basketball. Domingo also served as a basketball operations associate from 2015-17 and a player relations intern in 2014-2015 for the Bucks. Before that, he was a video intern for the Golden State Warriors in 2013-14. During his summers BJ was a HallPass Media staff member coordinating operations for Adidas Nations for five summers (2011-15); an intern for the NBA Summer League from 2008-15; an attraction manager for the NBA All-Star Weekend in 2011 in Los Angeles; and an administrative assistant for Warren LeGarie Sports Management in 2008.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with BJ Domingo: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter 

In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom, we sat down with the owner of BarrysTickets.com, Barry Rudin. Barry’s Ticket Service is one of the largest ticket brokerage firms in the United States. For over 35 years, Rudin has been an industry innovator, successfully expanding and evolving with the times. He has always maintained a strong position at the forefront of the ticket industry. From official partnerships with several professional sports franchises to foreseeing technological necessities, Rudin’s business savvy, and vision have always placed him among the leaders in the business. With his continued focus and enthusiasm, Barry’s Ticket Service will maintain its position as an industry leader through an unprecedented period without live events. In this episode we discuss:How hard the live sporting event/concert business was hit by COVIDHow he plans to come back as a business after the pandemicThe outlook for the live events business in the futureThe public’s enthusiasm to return to arenas and sports venues The owner of Barry’s Tickets, Rudin has been Southern California’s top broker for decades. He started his business in high school, in the early ‘80s, operating out of his parents’ home in the San Fernando Valley, and he continued as an undergrad at USC, acquiring and dropping off tickets between classes. He then made a small fortune brokering tickets at the 1984 Summer Olympics. Since then he has been the front, center, and courtside in the ticketing game. So much so, that while his business is mostly run online, he still has his own office in the Luxe Hotel on Figueroa, a block away from Staples Center. Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Barry Rudin: LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram

In today’s episode, we sat down with senior coordinating producer for the NBA on ESPN, Tim Corrigan. Corrigan oversees all aspects of ESPN game and studio production including NBA Countdown, NBA Tonight, NBA Coast to Coast, and NBA segments on SportsCenter. In addition, he produces ABC broadcasts of NBA games including the Conference Finals, NBA Finals, and NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC. He also oversees WNBA and Major League Lacrosse telecasts. Since 2004, Corrigan has also produced ESPN Sunday Night Football (prior to 2006) and Monday Night Football (since 2006) telecasts.In this episode we discuss:The responsibilities of an NBA ProducerTim’s experience in the NBA Bubble How Tim’s job is different in 2021 compared to 2020Steps that an aspiring NBA producer should takePreviously, Corrigan had worked as a production assistant (1987-89) and associate producer/director (1989-93) on a variety of ESPN events, including America’s Cup, French Open, NCAA basketball, college, and NFL football, and Major League Baseball. He also served as a producer of ESPN’s college football and basketball telecasts, as well as bowl games, and served as coordinating producer in 2002.  He also produced the Women’s Final Four 1994-2002, the ACC Tournament 1993-2002, ABC Sports’ college basketball 1999 – 2002, the WNBA in 1996 and 1997, Olympic trials in 1996, and had served as producer of Winter and Summer X Games telecasts.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter  

In today’s episode, we sat down with President of Don Vaden InterActive Consulting and Former Vice President of Basketball Operations for the National Basketball Association and Director of Officials Don Vaden. Don worked for the NBA from 1988 until 2018 and served the game of basketball in many ways for both the NBA and WNBA. Don refereed from 1988-2003, as well as the NBA Finals in 2002. He also served on the Management Team from 2003-2010, worked as Director of Officials for the NBA from 2011-2016, and Director of Officials for the WNBA from 2016-2017.In this episode we discuss:What keeps Don motivatedThe development of refereeing Don’s new business venture in consultingPrior to joining the NBA Don graduated from Lynchburg College (VA), played professional baseball, taught Physical Education, coached high school baseball, football, indoor track, was an assistant college baseball coach, and refereed NCAA basketball. Don was the first director in League history to serve both leagues. Don was a team consultant for the Portland Trailblazers, Orlando Magic, Detroit Pistons, and Washington Wizards. Currently, Don works with a number of NBA teams as well as the Big 12 men’s basketball officials.  His consulting role includes producing development and training for NCAA officials, focusing on improving the working relations between players, coaches, and referees, and educating the team’s players on improving their performance through increased knowledge of the rules and analytics.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Don Vaden: LinkedIn

In today’s episode we sat down with Senior Vice President & Creative Director for Turner Sports & Bleacher Report Studios at WarnerMedia, Drew Watkins. He has worked at Turner sports for over 20 years and is an experienced writer and producer. Drew oversees production and manages the staff at the Turner Sports & NBATV Creative Units (NBA, MLB, NCAA, PGA, eLeague). In this episode we discuss:Drew’s inspiration for the NBA Forever commercial and the entire processHow Drew’s career will be affected due to dealing with the current pandemic What Drew is hoping to do in his new role at Bleacher ReportDrew’s specialties consist of broadcast and promotional creative writing, directing, producing and post-producing, brand management, and creative team management. Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Drew Watkins: LinkedIn | Twitter

Today the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is presenting part two of the CBA Webinar hosted by General Manager of SBC and instructor of the CBA Mastery Course, Larry Coon. This webinar is an on demand course for learning the curriculum for the CBA, brought to you by SBC and CBA mastery on demand. Today’s webinar features special guests Bleacher Report Writer and NBA TV & Basketball Insiders Capologist Eric Pincus, Former Assistant General Manager and current ESPN writer Bobby Marks. Find details at SportsBusinessClassroom.com.Connect with Larry Coon: Instagram | Twitter | CBA MasteryConnect with Eric Pincus: LinkedIn | Instagram | TwitterConnect with Bobby Marks: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode, we sat down with Brand Communications Officer at Zenni Optical, Sean Pate. Sean is a senior marketing and communications expert and leads all external brand partnerships and communications for the online leader in prescription eyewear, Zenni Optical. He is an accomplished public spokesperson and has appeared on multiple local and national media such as Good Morning America, CNN, and CNBC. Sean also worked in global management while leading communications at Ancestry and Art.com, and managing and collaborating on multinational lines of business. In this episode we discuss:Creating advantageous sports partnerships from the business worldSelling not just teams, but an ownership group on the value of sports partnershipsIdentifying value not just with traditional sports teams, but with Esports teamsSean’s early career focused on working towards the best practices at agency and corporate roles including Oracle, Robert Half International, and the Pac-12 Conference. Sean’s career took focus on B2C brands with global footprints after the first communication role with StubHub. In this episode, Sean dives into his career path and how it led him to his current role. He also what he has had to overcome on the job, how he pushed through. Sean is respected for his ability to work as a player and coach and as a passionate evangelist and strategist focused on driving positive corporate brand visibility.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Sean Pate: LinkedIn

Today the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is presenting part two of the CBA Webinar hosted by General Manager of SBC and instructor of the CBA Mastery Course, Larry Coon. This webinar is an on demand course for learning the curriculum for the CBA, brought to you by SBC and CBA mastery on demand. Today’s webinar features special guests Podcast Host and NBA Analyst at The Athletic Dave DuFour, Bleacher Report Writer and NBA TV & Basketball Insiders Capologist Eric Pincus, Former Phoenix Suns GM Ryan McDonough and 2018 SBC Alum and Winner of NBATV’s 2020 GM School Calida Taylor. Find details at SportsBusinessClassroom.com.Connect with Larry Coon: Instagram | Twitter | CBA MasteryConnect with Eric Pincus: LinkedIn | Instagram | TwitterConnect with Dave Dufour: LinkedIn |  Instagram | Twitter Connect with Ryan McDonough: TwitterConnect with Calida Taylor: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

Today the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is presenting the Salary Cap Webinar hosted by General Manager of SBC and instructor of the CBA Mastery Course, Larry Coon. In this webinar, Larry is covering the new CBA with Bleacher Report Writer, NBA TV, and Basketball Insider's Capologist Eric Pincus, Former Phoenix Suns GM Ryan McDonough and 2018 SBC Alum and Winner of NBATV’s 2020 GM School Calida Taylor. Connect with Larry Coon: Instagram | Twitter | CBA MasteryConnect with Calida Taylor: LinkedIn | Instagram | TwitterConnect with Eric Pincus: LinkedIn | Instagram | TwitterConnect with Ryan McDonough: Twitter

In today’s episode, we sat down with retired professional basketball player and commentator for the NBA on TNT, Dennis Scott. Dennis spent the majority of his 10-year NBA career with the Orlando Magic (1990-97), earning All-Rookie Team honors in 1991 and helping the Magic win the Eastern Conference Finals in 1995. He also spent time with Orlando, Phoenix, Dallas, New York, Minnesota, and the former Vancouver Grizzlies franchise.In this episode we discuss:Learning the value of confidence as a young player and how that’s helped him throughout his life on the court and in businessThe value of knowing his role when the Orlando Magic drafted Shaq and how that helped him personally and his teamPursuing business opportunities with his apparel and basketball camp company “Shooter’s Paradise”Scott hosts his own local television show while in Orlando titled "The Dennis Scott Show," and a weekend show called "The Highlight Zone."  He also serves as the General Manager of the American Basketball Association's Atlanta Vision team, a position he has held since May 2005. Dennis and his wife Rachael reside in Sandy Springs with son Dennis III and daughter Crystal. His son Ryan plays college basketball at Johnson C. Smith University in North Carolina.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Dennis Scott: Instagram | Twitter | 

In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, host Beau Estes sits down with the GM of SBC, Larry Coon. Larry is a computer scientist and member of the IT department at the University of California, Irvine, but is known around the league as a leading authority on the NBA salary cap. He is the author of the Salary Cap FAQ at CBAFAQ.com, and has been a regular contributor to outlets such as ESPN.com and BasketballInsiders.com. In this episode we discuss:How and why he originally got interested in the CBAWhat changes he's expecting in the new CBAThe Evolution of SBCHow you can use SBC to land and excel at a job in the NBAHis CBA Mastery CourseLarry makes regular media appearances including television (Spectrum SportsNet, ESPN’s Outside the Lines, and MSG Network), radio and podcasts. He has been featured in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Orange County Register, and Sports Illustrated. Larry continues to teach computer science curriculum at California State University, Irvine, and serves as the General Manager and Lead Instructor for Sports Business Classroom, the Executive Session, and is a program lead for the League Salary Cap major. He has also just released his very own online course going deeper than he ever has before into teaching the salary cap. You can learn more at ondemand.sportsbusinessclassroom.com.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Larry Coon: Instagram | Twitter | CBA Mastery

Sekou Smith is an award-winning writer, reporter and multimedia specialist who has spent two decades covering basketball around the globe, from the grassroots level to the NBA as well as at the Olympics and World Cup competitions. Smith has worked as a Senior Analyst for NBA Digital (NBA TV and NBA.com) since 2009, serving as both an analyst and reporter on NBA TV’s Game Time and as an analyst on NBA TV’s The Beat with Vince Cellini and David Aldridge. In this episode we discuss:Sekou’s experience in the NBA bubbleQuality of play in OrlandoWhat the Lakers’ championship meantHow coverage will change in the futureSmith is the creator and host of NBA.com’s Hang Time Podcast and the creator and editor of NBA.com’s Hang Time Blog. Before joining Turner Sports and NBA Digital, Smith spent more than a decade as a national NBA writer and beat writer for the Indianapolis Star and Atlanta Journal-Constitution and is a longtime member of the Pro Basketball Writers Association. Prior to his time covering the NBA, Smith spent six years covering college football, basketball, and baseball for the Jackson Clarion-Ledger, focusing on the Southeastern Conference. Host Beau Estes asks Sekou multiple questions about his personal experiences from his time in Orlando inside the NBA Bubble. Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Sekou Smith: Instagram | LinkedIn |Twitter

This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is a conversation between host Beau Estes and staff writer for Bleacher Report’s B/R Magazine, Mirin Fader. Prior to working for Bleacher Report, Mirin contributed features to espnW.com and was also a staff writer for the Orange County Register from 2013-17. Before attending Occidental College she played basketball during her freshman year at Lewis & Clark College.In this episode we discuss:How Mirin fell in love with basketballHer personal parallels to the Gigi Bryant Story What the future holds for Mirin Fader Mirin has profiled athletes at all levels of sports, from the NBA and WNBA to the NFL, NCAA, high school, and youth. In today’s episode, she talks about the process of writing The Legacy of Mambacita, a story dedicated to Gianna Bryant honoring her love and passion for the game of basketball. Mirin shares how she had the idea and talks about the process of telling the story from conception to completion. She discussed how it both personally and professionally affected her and her career once released. Mirin emphasizes in her episode to never let the obstacles hold you back from chasing your passion, and encourages people who want to be in her position to use their obstacles as motivation.  Folio Magazine named Mirin a Top Woman in Media in the “Up and Comer” category in 2019. The Associated Press of Sports Editors (APSE) awarded her James Ransom story with Top 10 honors for Best Feature Story in 2019. She also won first place in the 2019 Los Angeles Press Club Journalism Awards for best sports feature for her LaMelo Ball story.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Mirin Fader: MirinFader.com | LinkedIn |Twitter

In today’s episode, we sat down with the winner of NBATV’s GM School competition, Calida Taylor. Calida is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School currently living in the Phoenix, AZ area. Calida is a corporate attorney with a passion for NBA team building. She enjoys diving into the CBA and basketball analytics in her free time and has been a guest on multiple NBA podcasts. In this episode we discuss:Winning NBATV’s GM SchoolHow tough the GM school competition from SBC wasPursuing her dream job in the NBAThe GM School provides an opportunity for NBA fans to have the opportunity to showcase their passion for data analytic skills while competing for a chance to break into a front office. Contestants put their knowledge and skills to the test through a series of high-pressure, analytics-focused challenges such as the draft challenge, media session challenge, hiring a coach challenge, and the trade rumor challenge. From participating in a mock post-game press conference to drafting franchise building blocks and selecting a starting five lineup, the contestants were put under the watchful eye of an All-Star panel of judges, including former GM Billy King, WNBA star Renee Montgomery, and former GM Wes Wilcox.  At the end of the 3 episodes, the judges selected Calida as their winner based on the performance and results of the challenges. You can watch all 3 episodes of GM School here:Episode 1: https://youtu.be/yCpvOpov7Q8Episode 2: https://youtu.be/JeE7QpO0L0QEpisode 3: https://youtu.be/3D9SI7RmKcQConnect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Calida Taylor: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode, we sat down with author, sportswriter, and Esports GM, Lang Whitaker. Lang currently works for the Memphis Grizzlies as the General Manager of Grizz Gaming, and as a contributor to Grind City Media. Additionally, Lang works as a contributor to GQ Magazine. He broke into the industry with SLAM magazine in the early 2000s and later worked for NBA Digital, where he wrote for NBA.com, appeared on NBA TV, and co-hosted the award-winning Hang Time Podcast.  In this episode we discuss:Growing up in Atlanta and having a love for Atlanta sportsMoving to New York and working for SLAM Magazine Becoming GM of Grizz Gaming with the Memphis Grizzlies From 2000-2012, Whitaker worked for SLAM magazine, first as an online editor, then executive editor, and finally as editor-at-large. In 2012, he co-hosted the inaugural NBA Social Media Awards with Rick Fox and Shaquille O’Neal. Since 2010, Whitaker has been a contributor to GQ. Lang has also written for many other publications, including The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, and Esquire. In March 2011, Whitaker published his memoir, “In The Time Of Bobby Cox: The Atlanta Braves, Their Manager, My Couch, Two Decades and Me.” Connect with Beau Estes:  Twitter Connect with Lang Whitaker: langwhitaker.com | Instagram | Twitter 

In today’s episode, we sat down with long time NBA coach Alvin Gentry. Coach Gentry has spent over 30 years as a coach in the NBA and was most recently the Head Coach of the New Orleans Pelicans.  Growing up in Shelby, North Carolina, Coach Gentry had plenty of stories about cutting his teeth on the court with his cousin and former NBA star David Thompson.In this episode we discuss:What the job of an NBA Head Coach entailsCoach Gentry’s path to the top of his sport A “WOW” moment with Zion WilliamsIn 1989, Gentry began his NBA coaching career as an assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs under Larry Brown, where he coached for three seasons. He then moved to Detroit following the 1994–95 season where he served as an assistant for two and a half seasons before being named head coach late in the 1997–98 season. Coach Gentry took over the head job for the Clippers from 2000-2003.  Later, he became an assistant coach for the Phoenix Suns for six years, serving under head coaches Mike D'Antoni and Terry Porter; and was named Suns' head coach for the 2009-2010 season. In 2013 he returned to the Clippers organization, taking the title of associate head coach, making him Doc Rivers' lead assistant.After one season with the Clippers, Gentry signed a three-year contract as associate head coach for the Golden State Warriors. In 2015, he signed with the Pelicans, prior to the start of the NBA Finals, but was to remain with Golden State until the series was completed; Gentry won his first NBA Championship with the Warriors that year.Connect with Beau Estes: Twitter Connect with Alvin Gentry: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is a conversation between host Sergio Millas and NBATV's Beau Estes.  You may recognize Beau from the NBA Top 10 or from his earlier appearance on the show.  In this episode, Beau turns the table on Sergio, as we get to learn more about our host and the Vice President of Digital Media at HallPass Media. Sergio has been working at HallPass Media for 15 years and has over 10 years of experience in digital marketing. He is a creative leader with a wide array of professional marketing experience working with marquee brands in numerous industries. These include sports, entertainment, real estate, education, and beauty. In this episode we discuss:Habits and mentorsSergio’s career pathHow to get better each and every daySergio is an alumni at the University of Southern California, Marshall School of business, and earned his MBA in marketing. Sergio’s specialties consist of B2B and B2C Strategic Marketing and Positioning, Brand Development, Traffic Generation, Sales Funnel Optimization, Community Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Cross Channel Monetization, Product Marketing, Demand Generation/Lead generation, and Strategic Partnership/Business Development. Connect with Beau Estes: | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

Host Beau Estes is joined by surgeon Dr. Sami Daye, Head of Sports Science for the Toronto Raptors Alex McKechnie, and Founder of Hoop Science IO Ken Berger. Today’s episode features another recorded roundtable discussion recorded live on the SBC Web Show.On the show, the panel discussed preparing for the NBA restart, medical concerns for the "Bubble," and getting fans back to events.Sports Business Classroom will be hosting a Virtual Conference August 10-14, 2020 to provide an opportunity to learn from the basketball industry's brightest minds!To register, please visit: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com/virtual-conference/If you’d like to watch the discussion or view the show notes for this episode you can find them here.Connect with Ken Berger: Hoop Science iO | TwitterConnect with Beau Estes: Twitter

Host Beau Estes is joined by Sacramento Kings Assistant Coach, Former WNBA #1 Overall Pick and Duke Athletics Hall of Fame Member Lindsay Harding, UNLV Athletic Director Desiree Reed-Francois, and Assistant GM of the Capital City Go-Go (Washington Wizards NBA G-League Affiliate Team) Amber Nichols. Today’s episode features another recorded roundtable discussion recorded live on the SBC Web Show.On the show, the panel discussed their professional journeys in the sports industry, what employers can do to make leadership opportunities more competitively available to women, as well as progress that has already been made and how much further we need to go.Sports Business Classroom will be hosting a Virtual Conference August 10-14, 2020 to provide an opportunity to learn from the basketball industry's brightest minds!To register, please visit: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com/virtual-conference/If you’d like to watch the discussion or view the show notes for this episode you can find them here.Connect with Lindsay Harding: LinkedIn | Twitter | InstagramConnect with Desiree Reed-Francois: LinkedIn | TwitterConnect with Amber Nichols: LinkedIn | InstagramConnect with Beau Estes: Twitter

Today’s episode features another recorded roundtable discussion. SBC Web Show host Beau Estes is joined by General Manager of Sports Business Classroom Larry Coon and NBA Analyst/former Atlanta Hawks GM Wes Wilcox for a very special announcement!Sports Business Classroom will be hosting a Virtual Conference August 10-14, 2020 to provide an opportunity to learn from the basketball industry's brightest minds! To register, please visit: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com/virtual-conference/If you’d like to watch the discussion or view the show notes for this episode you can find them here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Larry Coon: Twitter

Today’s episode features another recorded roundtable discussion. SBC Web Show host Beau Estes is joined by Life Sports Media & Entertainment Founder & CEO Todd Ramasar as well as Bleacher Report NBA Senior Writer and Fox Sports Analyst Ric Buchner!Our guests discussed the human element of returning to play and what the players feelings and concerns are.  They talked about how the shortened seasons will effect various parties financially.  Todd and Ric also put themselves in the shoes of one of the 8 teams and players that did not get invited to Orlando to break down how they might be feeling right now.  And finally they gave their advice to aspiring sports business professionals about what kind of technologies they learn to better position themselves for a job in the future.If you’d like to watch the discussion you can find it here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Todd Ramasar: Life SME | Twitter | LinkedIn | InstagramConnect with Ric Buchner: Twitter | LinkedIn 

Today’s guest is Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships for The Basketball Tournament (TBT), Jennifer Todd. TBT is a 5v5, winner take all tournament, with a grand prize of $2,000,000. In her role of Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships she manages the process of building and activating all sponsors and marketing relationships across TBT.In this episode we discuss:Jenn’s fascinating career pathHow traveling to 35 countries has expanded her world viewHow she became the co-founder of TBT Prior to her time at TBT, Jennifer attended Brown University and received a degree in biology, however she quickly realized that working in the sports industry was her dream, and returned to school and earned her MBA. Since then she has worked as a strategy consultant, a group director at Octagon Worldwide, and a general manager at Super Soccer Stars. Jennifer co-founded TBT in 2011, and held the title Senior Vice President, Sponsorship and Events. Since then TBT has turned into a successful property, and in 2018 Jennifer moved into management of strategic partnerships, as well as PR, marketing, and development of social assets nationally and across eight different regional markets while continuing to guide the general event operations and logistics.Connect with Jenn Todd: LinkedIn | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

Today’s episode features another recorded roundtable discussion. SBC Web Show host Beau Estes is joined by Washington Wizards General Manager Tommy Sheppard and New Orleans Pelican's Play-by-Play Announcer and Sirius XM NBA Radio Host Joel Meyers.Our guests discussed running a basketball team in a quarantine, takeaways from other professional leagues, the possible new December start date for NBA seasons to come, and how to position yourself for a job in the new landscape of sports.If you’d like to watch the discussion you can find it here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Tommy Sheppard: LinkedInConnect with Joel Meyers: Twitter | LinkedIn

Today’s episode features another recorded roundtable discussion. This time the topic is the future of sports coverage and broadcasting once the NBA returns.SBC Web Show host Beau Estes is joined by Lead NBA Writer for Bleacher Report Howard Beck and NBATV Host Matt Winer.Our guests discussed the changes to covering the NBA moving forward, what the restriction of access into locker rooms will mean for storytelling, and they gave their predictions for how they think this season will play out. If you’d like to watch the discussion you can find it here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Howard Beck:  Twitter | Bleacher ReportConnect with Matt Winer: Twitter 

Today's episode features another recorded roundtable discussion, this time looking at the impact either returning to play, or not, will have on specific NBA teams in the immediate future.SBC Web Show host Beau Estes is joined by ESPN NBA Analyst Kirk Goldsberry and ESPN NBA Writer Kevin Arnovitz.Our guests discussed the impact of the shutdown on teams and the league, gave their projections for returning to game action, and what a new December start date would mean. If you'd like to watch the discussion you can find it here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Kirk Goldsberry:  Twitter | kirkgoldsberry.comConnect with Kevin Arnovitz: Twitter 

In episode 2 of the Sports Business Classroom Web Show, our host Beau Estes sits down with SBC GM Larry Coon, and The Athletic’s NBA Analyst Seth Partnow to talk about:Immediate Impact Of The Cap DeclineWhat The NBA Could Do To Generate Additional RevenueWhich Teams Have Most To Lose/Gain Pending Decision Of Resuming SeasonClick here for more show notes and to watch the stream: https://bit.ly/sbc-webshow-ep2Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Larry Coon: TwitterConnect with Seth Partnow: Twitter

This episode of the SBC Audio Experience is a little different than what you'd normally experience with this show.  Today's episode was recorded as a roundtable discussion regarding the current state of basketball during the NBA shutdown caused by COVID-19. Hosted by NBATV Talent Beau Estes, the guests are Sirius XM & NBATV Analyst Wes Wilcox, Earlybirdrights.com Founder Jeff Siegel, and HallPass Media President Albert Hall.Our guests discussed their connection with SBC and what the program is. They also went in to the ways individuals can create value for themselves and stand out during these unprecedented times. In addition, they each went into the economic impact of the NBA hiatus, and how it effects the vendors, businesses, and sponsors around the game, as well as what impact it could have on the Salary Cap and subsequently team’s roster moves. If you'd like to watch the discussion you can find it here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Jeff Siegel: LinkedIn | Twitter | earlybirdrights.comConnect with Albert Hall: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | hallpassnetwork.comConnect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

Today's guest is Will Exline.  Will manages US Sports Content Partnerships at Twitter, bringing exceptional content from leagues, teams, broadcasters and athletes to fans in real time, while driving reach and revenue for these strategic partners and Twitter. In this episode we discuss:What it’s like to work at TwitterHow sports organizations can be effective on Twitter What it takes to succeed in his role Prior to joining Twitter in April 2014, Will spent three years at FOX Sports focusing on digital marketing and launching their new 24/7 Sports Network, FS1.Will’s specialties consist of: Marketing, Digital Media, Media Buying, Social Media, Brand Management, Website Content, Communication, Public Relations, Promotions, Grassroots Marketing, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Web Analytics, Social Analytics. Connect with Will Exline: LinkedIn | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

Today's guest is Sam Obitz, a peak performance specialist and author that works with athletes and executives as well as college and professional sports organizations. Sam is a brilliant guy and gives some insights into how people can best deal with their fears and anxieties and continue to perform at a high level.In this episode we discuss:What it’s like to work with professional athletes The difference between being process and goal oriented Super effective exercises people can do to work with unproductive thoughtsSam specializes in helping people improve while increasing their enjoyment of the process. He currently focuses on working with professional athletes, as well as working as a consultant for sports teams, businesses and individuals. His specialties consist of performance optimization, getting people out of their own head, ending slumps, reducing anxiety and stress, building self-confidence and helping athletes and executives fine tune their mental outlook to achieve maximum results. Teaching leaders how to get more out of those under their charge is what he lives for.Connect with Sam Obitz: LinkedIn | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode we sat down with Morgann Mitchell,  Assistant Social Media Manager for Turner Sports. In her role she is in charge of running NBATV's Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook channels. In today’s episode we discuss:The necessary skills to succeed in this role What it’s like to cover the NBA for NBATV  Advice she has for people looking to get into the business of sports Morgann is also in charge of developing the right content for NBATV’s social channels for the NBA’s tent pole events such as All-Star Weekend, the NBA Draft and NBA Summer League. In the episode she provided a ton of insight on the behind the scenes of the industry of sports and social media. Connect with Morgann Mitchell: LinkedIn | Instagram |Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode we sat down with Nicki Gross, Special Assistant to the Head Coach for Vanderbilt University Men’s Basketball, Jerry Stackhouse, who is a 18 year NBA veteran and two-time NBA All-Star. Nicki is incredibly talented, hard working, and is well on the path to achieving all of her dreams. In today’s episode we discuss:How to put yourself in a position to be lucky What she’s learned on all of her different stops so far What working for Jerry Stackhouse has taught herNicki oversees the day-to-day organization of the head coach, assists with opponent scouting and special projects, organizes practice plans and facilitates staff execution. She has extensive basketball experience in the NBA and G League, where she served as the assistant coach with the Iowa Energy in the 2015-16 season and the Raptors 905 franchise from 2016-18, where she was a member of Stackhouse’s staff. She was also the Energy’s head video coordinator in 2014-15 before being promoted to an assistant coach position. At the time in 2015, Gross was the only female coach in the NBA G League and third in its history, following assistant Stephanie Ready (2001-03) and head coach Nancy Lieberman (2009-11). Nicki truly embodies what it takes to succeed in both the business of sports and in life. Connect with Nicki Gross: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode, we sat down with Dr. Randa Bascharon who is an Orthopedic Surgeon, a Board Certified Athletic Trainer, Founder of the Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute of Las Vegas, and the Sports Performance Institute of Las Vegas.In this episode, we discuss:What it’s like to work across so many different sportsOvercoming being told NOFiguring out your Why Dr. Bascharon has been involved in events in just about every sport you can think of and is incredibly well-rounded and knowledgeable. In her practice, her goal is to ensure her clients achieve excellence physically, nutritionally and mentally. Randa has cared for Olympic, professional, and amateur athletes of all ages, including many UFC fighters and world title boxing champions. She is a Certified Ringside Physician through the American Academy of Ringside Physicians and an Orthopedic Surgeon for competitive athletes for an extensive list of sporting events around the country.Connect with Randa Bascharon: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode we sat down with David Fogel, Executive Director of the National Basketball Coaches Association (NBCA), the labor association that represents all NBA Head and Assistant Coaches. In his role, his mission is to ensure that NBA Coaches have a voice regarding on-court, as well as off-court matters. David manages all areas of day-to-day legal and business operations of the NBCA.In this episode, we discuss:How his interest in labor relations was sparked through his family’s necktie businessThe importance of building genuine relationships and learning from mentorsThe value in always being transparent, open and direct with the NBCA members and colleagues around the leagueIn addition to his role as Executive Director of the NBCA, David also currently serves as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He previously served as an Adjunct Professor at Pace University School of Law, where he taught a course titled “Legal Aspects of Professional Sports.” He has also been a Guest Lecturer at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and New York University School of Professional Studies, where he has taught several courses on labor relations, the duty of fair representation, alternative dispute resolution and collective bargaining in sports. After being recruited to play baseball at Emory University, where he double majored in Political Science and Sociology, he went on to earn his law degree from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Connect with David Fogel: LinkedIn | Twitter | NBCA Website | NBCA Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter