The SPANISH NATIONAL FOOTBALL U-19 TEAM got off to a great start in the Pre-Euro qualifiers with a 2 - 1 victory over SWITZERLAND. Spain has also Montenegro & England in their Group with the Top placed nation being the only team that goes into the upcoming U-19 EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS in Rumania.
The young Spaniards played a good match with two goals coming from JUANMI & ISCO, & the only goal for
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Connecting Minimum Age Restrictions in NBA/NFL with Jim Tressel and Ohio State mess
Here are a couple of excerpts of Zach's piece:
To read the rest, click here.* * *
As I devoured SI’s fantastic Jim Tressel reporting and the avalanche of stories covering Tressel’s resignation from Ohio State University, I kept thinking back to the concept of age limits in the NBA and other leagues, even though the age limit issue is not precisely implicated in the Tressel case.
Amid all the alleged details of no-show jobs, tattoos-for-memorabilia, small cash gifts and cars (oh so many cars), I asked myself two questions:
1) Why do we care about this?
2) Why are these players in college?
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The [NBA] has made noise about upping it to 20, a move the players’ union has said it opposes, even though the union does not represent players outside the league. Some members of that union — marginal veterans — have at least a slight interest in keeping the best 18-year-olds out of the league, right? Sources close to both sides have said the age limit is a very minor issue amid the collective bargaining talks, so it’s unclear exactly what the rule will look like a year from now.
Alan Milstein is a lawyer who represented Maurice Clarett in the Ohio State running back’s suit against the NFL’s age limit, and he has said before that he is looking around for the right player to challenge the NBA’s rule. Milstein told me today that any move to increase the age limit will accelerate his fight against it. “If they add another year, I have absolutely no doubt that somebody will be ready to challenge it,” Milstein said. “It will certainly make the pool of potential litigants bigger.”* * *
FC BARCELONA POST MATCH CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL CELEBRATIONS | VIDEO
FC BARCELONA prides itself in being "More The Just Any Club", its their unique differentiating slogan that they wave as their standard flag. With this in mind, Spanish Football Sports has whipped up & edited a Video that attempts to capture the "human moments" that makes Barça so different straight after the UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL 3 - 1 victory over Manchester United last Saturday at the
Monday, May 30, 2011
Down Go the Dodgers: the Stow Suit Deepens the Debacle
The legal web cast over the storied Los Angeles Dodgers franchise just keeps getting more tangled. The family of injured San Francisco Giants fan, Bryan Stow, filed a nine-count Complaint against the Dodgers, its various holdings, and owner Frank McCourt. Stow was severely beaten in the parking lot following the opening day game between the Dodgers and Giants and remains in a coma in a San Francisco hospital. The much publicized incident has occasioned harsh criticisms on Dodgers management, but has also inspired generous charitable contributions from many parties, including much maligned former Giant, Barry Bonds. The Complaint includes various counts ranging from negligence, infliction of emotional distress, loss of consortium, and assault and battery. The full Complaint can be read here.
The allegations paint a picture of gross mismanagement of funds and resources attributable to the McCourts. The public picture already painted by the much publicized divorce proceedings between McCourt and his wife, Jamie, and their insistence on maintaining their posh lifestyle despite financial misfortune would seem to support the allegations. The complaint focuses on a myriad of inadequate security measures in place as a result of McCourt’s lapses in judgment and spending. Dodger stadium was built in 1962, and the Stows partially attribute the incident to inadequate and antiquated parking lot lighting where the beating occurred. A further contributing factor cited is the “half-off” alcohol promotion for day games at Dodgers Stadium. The most obvious danger, however, is the vastly insufficient quantity and quality of security personnel. McCourt subsequently acknowledged the shortcomings in security (including a drop in the number of uniformed police utilized and no chief of security) and took remedial measures, but that is of little consequence to Stow and his family.
Following, but presumably unrelated to, this heinous incident, Major League Baseball assumed control of the Dodgers. By all counts, MLB was compelled to this move by an apparent lack of financial management. The Commissioner can assume control of teams under his broad power to act in the best interest of baseball and clearly it is his prerogative to prevent further embarrassment to a once proud franchise and ensure the safety of patrons. Mike discussed the full legal ramifications of the takeover in his Sports Illustrated column last month.
Generally, spectators assume the risks associated with attending a live sporting event (e.g. foul balls), but that does not preclude an owner’s liability when certain actions or omissions exceed the spectator’s reasonable expectations, like assault and battery. Fortunately for the Dodgers Defendants, the general rule is that premises owners are not liable in tort for the intervening criminal acts of third-parties. However, a question for consideration that may allow the Plaintiffs here to survive dispositive motions are what level of security was provided by the Dodgers to patrons in the parking lots and at the taxi stands prior to the incident, as the same may show that the Dodgers assumed a level of control that removed the organization from claiming shelter from liability for the intervening criminal acts of third-parties. Remember that actions taken by the Dodgers, under MLB control and otherwise, since the incident would likely not be allowed as evidence in a liability action against the Dodgers as the same would be regarded as a post-remedial measure.
It will be interesting to see what, if any, say MLB has with regard to the named Dodgers Defendants as the same are now under some level of control by the League; a control that McCourt has been fighting against. Certainly the filing of this lawsuit is not helping the League’s efforts to reverse the downward spiral the Dodgers organization finds itself in.
Changing rules
MLB, team officials, and the media are talking about the rules governing collisions at home plate, following the pretty gruesome injury Giants Catcher Buster Posey suffered in this collision last week.
ESPN's Jayson Stark inadvertently touched on two significant jurisprudential issues and how sports reveals them. First, Stark decries that it took this injury to get people talking about changing these rules:
Moreover, law responds to individual stories, which are what overcomes the stasis needed to change rules, even in a relatively simple system such as a sports league. Collisions at home were not considered a problem in need of a solution; the occasional high-profile injury (Ray Fosse, anyone?), while known and unfortunate, did not outweigh these collisions as a long-standing part of the game. Now, everyone is rushing to act because this one set of facts put the issue on the legislative table.
Second, Stark points out that: 1) No one can figure out what the best rule should look like and 2) Catchers were the group most opposed to changing the rules. This demonstrates the problem of legislating off of single, rare, especially horrific stories or sets of facts. Rulemakers tend to ignore the uniqueness of the one story or its outlier nature and rush to change the rule to make sure this unique event does not happen again. But in doing so, they risk eliminating the positive aspects of the old rule and creating a new regime that, while eliminating the targeted problem, creates a host of new ones. In a rush to act, they also risk misweighing the costs/benefits of the old rule, ignoring that the unique story is "part of the game" and outweighed by its benefits. This is why it is so telling that the players most affected by the situation oppose the change--they understand that injuries happen and accept that as the risk. The question is how much rulemakers will consider that "expertise." On the other hand, I am surprised no one has mentioned concussions and head injuries. Although there is no evidence of a problem based on diagnoses, it is logical that some head injuries are involved with the sorts of collisions involved. If so, it gives legislators something to act on beyond this one particularly gruesome case.
ESPN's Jayson Stark inadvertently touched on two significant jurisprudential issues and how sports reveals them. First, Stark decries that it took this injury to get people talking about changing these rules:
It always takes something like this -- something like the horrifying sight of Buster Posey lying there, face in the dirt, writhing in pain -- to get folks talking. Why is that, anyway?Why? Because law is almost always reactive. Legislators (and, as I have argued before, the Commissioner and MLB are, at bottom, legislative actors) make legal rules in response to a problem, usually after the problem has been demonstrated by one fairly horrific or problematic example. But that is in the basic nature of legislation. We usually do not know we need to change a legal rule to prevent X until X occurs and we see the full consequences of X. Or at least to see the full consequences of X to know that the cost of allowing X to continue outweighs whatever benefits from it.
Now, after the fact, people are asking what we can do to protect both catchers and baserunners from these scary two-vehicle pileups at home plate. NOW, in retrospect, people wonder if there's a way to tweak the rulebook in the name of safety. So here's a question: How come, in baseball, we never seem to have conversations about what we can do to prevent these moments BEFORE they happen? Why is it always after the fact?
Moreover, law responds to individual stories, which are what overcomes the stasis needed to change rules, even in a relatively simple system such as a sports league. Collisions at home were not considered a problem in need of a solution; the occasional high-profile injury (Ray Fosse, anyone?), while known and unfortunate, did not outweigh these collisions as a long-standing part of the game. Now, everyone is rushing to act because this one set of facts put the issue on the legislative table.
Second, Stark points out that: 1) No one can figure out what the best rule should look like and 2) Catchers were the group most opposed to changing the rules. This demonstrates the problem of legislating off of single, rare, especially horrific stories or sets of facts. Rulemakers tend to ignore the uniqueness of the one story or its outlier nature and rush to change the rule to make sure this unique event does not happen again. But in doing so, they risk eliminating the positive aspects of the old rule and creating a new regime that, while eliminating the targeted problem, creates a host of new ones. In a rush to act, they also risk misweighing the costs/benefits of the old rule, ignoring that the unique story is "part of the game" and outweighed by its benefits. This is why it is so telling that the players most affected by the situation oppose the change--they understand that injuries happen and accept that as the risk. The question is how much rulemakers will consider that "expertise." On the other hand, I am surprised no one has mentioned concussions and head injuries. Although there is no evidence of a problem based on diagnoses, it is logical that some head injuries are involved with the sorts of collisions involved. If so, it gives legislators something to act on beyond this one particularly gruesome case.
CRISTIANO RONALDO - LIONEL MESSI | WORLD FOOTBALL YING -YANG
History has a long & steady list of personalities who go down as the “best in their profession” that have battled it out with someone else that has driven both to their limits in order to reach their top level. It’s a type of “ying-yang” situation were one person has no meaning without the existence & interaction of the other.
It now comes to my mind some names that highlight this idea &
Sunday, May 29, 2011
SPANISH SPORTS WEEKEND SUCCESS | FOOTBALL, CYCLING, HANDBALL & FORMULA 1
SPANISH SPORTS has experienced a fabulous afternoon today to add to the excellent weekend with victories & podiums in CYCLING, HANDBALL & FORMULA 1. The Spanish Sports flag keeps flying high after FC BARCELONA yesterday won the Champions League title in European Football.
Alberto Contador 2011 of Cycling Italian GIRO
Spanish cyclist ALBERTO CONTADOR has won this years ITALIAN GIRO - his
Alberto Contador 2011 of Cycling Italian GIRO
Spanish cyclist ALBERTO CONTADOR has won this years ITALIAN GIRO - his
FC BARCELONA | LIONEL MESSI 2011 | ALL HAIL THE KING
The Football World has rendered itself to the feet of FC BARCELONA Argentine forward LIONEL MESSI. Spanish Football press & media have dedicated covers & pages to the player as he once again put in a brilliant performance & goal to help FC Barcelona win 3 - 1 Manchester United in the Champions League Final.
The "magician" yesterday placed himself in the Olympus of the Football Gods: Di Stefano,
The "magician" yesterday placed himself in the Olympus of the Football Gods: Di Stefano,
Saturday, May 28, 2011
FC BARCELONA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2011 WINNERS TEAM PHOTO - STARTING 11
The "Best Team in The World"? The "Best Football Team of All-Time"?
This is the FC BARCELONA starting 11 Team Photo in the 2011 Champions League Final against Manchester United. The same team & 11 players that won the European Cup & the 4th Champions League Title for FC Barcelona in its history.
FC BARCELONA Champions 2011 Champions League
Team Photo
Top:L to R: Abidal, Pedro, Mascherano,
This is the FC BARCELONA starting 11 Team Photo in the 2011 Champions League Final against Manchester United. The same team & 11 players that won the European Cup & the 4th Champions League Title for FC Barcelona in its history.
FC BARCELONA Champions 2011 Champions League
Team Photo
Top:L to R: Abidal, Pedro, Mascherano,
FC BARCELONA 3 MANCHESTER UNITED 1 | CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2011 FINAL RESULT
FC BARCELONA takes SPANISH FOOTBALL to the top position of European & World Football after winning with a 3 - 1 result English Club MANCHESTER UNITED in the 2011 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE Final played tonight at the "Wembley Stadium" (London).
image is courtesy of "Sport"
It is FC Barcelona fourth Champions League Title & they repite the first that the Club won back in 1992 in the same stadium. Since
image is courtesy of "Sport"
It is FC Barcelona fourth Champions League Title & they repite the first that the Club won back in 1992 in the same stadium. Since
Friday, May 27, 2011
Good piece by National Law Journal on 8th Circuit and NFL Lockout
Marcia Coyle interviews Robert Boland, Michael LeRoy, and me for this story, which is a good read. The online version of the story is available at this link.
TEAM PHOTOS 2011 | CHAMPIONS LEAGUE | MANCHESTER UNITED - FC BARCELONA
SPANISH SPORT & FOOTBALL has an important date tomorrow in London. The emotional levels are rising & will be souring tomorrow in Spain, especially in the autonomous region of Catalonia & the city of Barcelona, along with fellow Football fans in the city of Manchester & in England.
Courtesy from "Don Balon" Spanish Sport online
Football media
MANCHESTER UNITED plays FC BARCELONA in the 2011
Courtesy from "Don Balon" Spanish Sport online
Football media
MANCHESTER UNITED plays FC BARCELONA in the 2011
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL PRE-MATCH | POSSIBLE FC BARCELONA STARTING 11 AGAINST MANCHESTER UNITED.
The build up is strong locally as the Football World eagerly anticipates the CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL at Wembley (London) tomorrow between MANCHESTER UNITED & FC BARCELONA. Listening to the commentaries today one gets the idea that most see Barça as clear favourites, although the English Club comes into the Final on a wave of good form. The Spanish Club on the other hand goes in with Pedro & Villa
Upcoming Sports Law Seminar in Minneapolis
While the event is invite only, Sports Law Blog readers will be given preference if they are interested in attending.
Here is the invitation:
On behalf of Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP and Brewer Sports International, we are pleased to invite you to the Sports Law for Rookies and Veterans seminar on Friday, June 17, 2011, located in downtown Minneapolis. This unique program represents the intersection of issues in professional and amateur sports, media, and the law. We have assembled a panel of industry leaders from across the country including Superagents Drew and Jason Rosenhaus, Minnesota Timberwolves Chief Marketing Officer Ted Johnson, sports radio host Henry Lake and representatives of the NFLPA. The program will include a special lunchtime presentation of the “Champion’s Code” from best-selling sports author Ross Bernstein.
We are pleased to offer this complimentary seminar, with lunch provided, to you and another guest within your organization. Attached please find additional details regarding the program. To RSVP, please use the link on the attached or contact Marie Pocock of Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP at mpocock@hinshawlaw.com or 612-334-2512.
Please note, this exclusive program is by invitation only and space is limited. Should you have more than one person from your organization that would benefit from this event, please contact Marie.
Finally, this seminar is the official kick-off for the 6th Annual JBF Worldwide Blue Carpet Celebrity Weekend. Please visit www.jbfworldwide.org for more details (or the event's Facebook page). We welcome you to stay the weekend and support the great things that JBF is doing around the world. For your convenience, a block of guest rooms has been reserved at Le Meridien Chambers. Reservations must be made by Friday, May 27. Please be sure to reference the Brewer Sports International room block to receive the discounted rate.
We hope you will consider taking time out of your busy schedule to join us for this exciting program. Please feel free to contact either of us with any questions.
Truly,
Steven H. Silton Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP Jack Brewer Brewer Sports International
Thursday, May 26, 2011
FOOTBALL FINANCE | A CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL WORTH 670M€
SPANISH SPORTS daily paper based in Barcelona, "Sport", has put together the below image to give readers an idea of the amount of "money" that will be running around at Wembley next Saturday in the Champions League Final between FC BARCELONA - MANCHESTER UNITED.
courtesy of "Sport"
The economic figure between both Clubs is a staggering 670M€, with Barça player Lionel Messi valued around 140M€
courtesy of "Sport"
The economic figure between both Clubs is a staggering 670M€, with Barça player Lionel Messi valued around 140M€
European Soccer Adopts Salary Cap without Collective Bargaining: Antitrust Implications
I talk to David about the antitrust implications and to what extent extraterritorial reach of federal antitrust law, along with EC Treaty antitrust provisions, could pose hurdles.
UEFA | IDEAL 11 TEAM CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2010 - 2011
UEFA has handed in their "IDEAL BEST 11 TEAM" for this season 2010-2011 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE . The list is dominated by Manchester United & FC Barcelona players, as one would expect, plus two from Real Madrid & representatives from Shakthar & Tottenham.
But the notable surprise is the absence of Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo, whose place has been give to veteran Spanish Football player, ex -
But the notable surprise is the absence of Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo, whose place has been give to veteran Spanish Football player, ex -
VIDEO | FC BARCELONA BUILD UP THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL AGAINST MANCHESTER UNITED
The build up for next Saturday night CHAMPIONS LEAGUE Final between FC BARCELONA & MANCHESTER UNITED grows with "Barça TV" making a "motivational" VIDEO for the occasion. The clip will be loved by all global FC Barcelona fans as it is the precise intention of the Club to hype up support for Barça for their important European Football moment. Here is the VIDEO, in fact , it is quite inspirational.
Sports and politics, mixed
Let no one say sports and politics do not mix all the time. In DC's Congressional Softball League, the team from the Office of National Drug Control Policy (the "Czardinals") pulled out of a scheduled game with a team of people from various drug-policy reform groups (the "Capitol Hemp One Hitters") (H/T: Deadspin). According to a press release from the One Hitters, this is the sixth time that the Czardinals have backed out of a game with them--reflecting on the softball field that office's attitude "on the national stage" towards those who even propose or want to discuss legalization as a policy option.
"South Park" nails the NCAA
Last night, South Park aimed its satire at the NCAA, in an episode titled Crack Baby Athletic Association. Cartman videos sessions of crack-addicted newborns playing with a ball filled with crack and posts them on the internet, where it become a viral sensation. The kids are making tons of money and even begin negotiating with EA Sports to make a crack-baby basketball video game. But Kyle feels guilty that the babies are not receiving anything from the arrangement; in a series of one-sided conversations with Stan, Kyle throws out every justification/rationalization for why the babies still benefit and why the system is fair and works for them, even if they do not get the money they are generating. There also is a scene of Cartman doing a home visit with a pregnant addict, "signing" her soon-to-be-born son to play for St. Mary's Hospital and explaining to the mother that they will not receive money because "benefits to players would be detrementalizing to their well-being" (although he does offer the mother crack).
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Sports Law Analytics
As a prequel to a longer/technical article that is currently under review at a journal, Tassos Kaburakis and I recently published an essay in Analytics entitled "Sports Law Analytics." Analytics is a quasi-academic publication published by the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences ("INFORMS"). There is an accompanying INFORMS podcast too. Our essay outlines the parameters for expert witness testimony and alludes to some of the quantitative methods often used in sports-related disputes. We specifically highlight the potential role of analytics in American Needle v. NFL, et al and the Keller/O'Bannon litigation. Our sequel includes a empirically-driven discussion of the issues highlighted by Mike McCann in a recent Chronicle article by Brad Wolverton. With the sports industry increasingly turning to analytics for insight, we have found the application of statistical tools to real-world sports law issues (e.g. the efficacy of age eligibility rules) to be a fascinating research line.
SPANISH TEAM SELECTOR HANDS IN LIST OF PLAYERS FOR UPCOMING USA - VENEZUELA FRIENDLY INTERNATIONALS
SPANISH NATIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM Selector & Coach Vicente del Bosque has handed in today his list of Spanish Football players that will make up the National Squad for the upcoming International Friendly matches against the USA (4th of June) & Venezuela (7th of June).
Manu de Moral new Spanish International
The notable absence is FC Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez who has been left out for
Manu de Moral new Spanish International
The notable absence is FC Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez who has been left out for
Atlas Stone and Double Kettlebell Combo
Valery Federenko - Great combo which would work great for Strongman preperation.
Atlas Stone shouldering coupled with Double Kettlebell Jerks.
Make this even more brutal by combining with double kettlebell clean and jerk.
Nasty!!!
Take Your Fitness To Another Level with the Gymboss Interval Timer
Atlas Stone shouldering coupled with Double Kettlebell Jerks.
Make this even more brutal by combining with double kettlebell clean and jerk.
Nasty!!!
Take Your Fitness To Another Level with the Gymboss Interval Timer
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
New Sports Illustrated Column: NBA Players' Union files Unfair Labor Practices Charge
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Tactically, the NBA players' union may have learned from its NFL counterparts' struggles before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. The NBA players' union may believe that its legal claims would fare better before the NLRB than they would before federal judges, even federal judges who preside over a different federal circuit than the Eight Circuit. As a result, the players' union may be trying to accelerate the NLRB's review process and to put the league on the defensive.
The NBA players' union is also in a different situation than the NFLPA, which by virtue of its collective bargaining agreement with the NFL, had to decertify before the CBA expired in March or wait until September to do so. By decertifying, a players' union can bring antitrust claims against the league and more readily get courts involved. The NBA players' union is not under the same pressure to decertify and thus may prefer to first seek redress before the NLRB.
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To read the rest, click here.
MANCHESTER UNITED COACH FERGUSON ANNOUNCES THE DAVID DE GEA SIGNING
SPANISH FOOTBALL loses a young promise & enormous talent, while ATLETICO DE MADRID sells one of its "crown jewels". English Premier League Club MANCHESTER UNITED via its manager/coach Sir Alex Ferguson has announced tonight that young Spanish U-21 International goalkeeper DAVID DE GEA is the chosen player to substitute Van Dar Sar in the United goal.
David De Gea
Spanish Sports daily "AS" has
David De Gea
Spanish Sports daily "AS" has
150 Rep BUP Challenge
Quick friday night session on the 24kg Kettlebell, saw this on Captain Kettlebells Channel and fancied a quickie.
Did 160 reps (10 extra to make up for the dodgy reps). This seriously hit the stabilisers and core muscles.
Take Your Fitness To Another Level with the Gymboss Interval Timer
Did 160 reps (10 extra to make up for the dodgy reps). This seriously hit the stabilisers and core muscles.
Take Your Fitness To Another Level with the Gymboss Interval Timer
ATLETICO DE MADRID | SERGIO AGUERO - TIME TO SAY GOODBYE
The main talk today in SPANISH FOOTBALL is the unilateral communicaction via his "twitter" & personal blog, that ATLETICO DE MADRID Argentine forward SERGIO AGUERO wishes to leave the Club. In a message to everyone, the player dropped the "bomb" around 22.00 saying "...Time has come for me to part". This should not really catch anyone by surprise as it has been written on the transfers wall for
Monday, May 23, 2011
FC BARCELONA VICTOR VALDES "ZAMORA" PRIZE 2010-2011 | BEST SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE GOALKEEPER
While REAL MADRID forward Cristiano Ronaldo receives mass recognition for his amazing 40 goals in one season, lets not forget about the goalkeepers. FC BARCELONA keeper VICTOR VALDES wins a 3rd straight "ZAMORA" Title as the least goaled (Best) keeper in the Spanish Football League
FC Barcelona goalie Victor Valdes
His season has been amazing as Valdes has played a vital part in his teams
FC Barcelona goalie Victor Valdes
His season has been amazing as Valdes has played a vital part in his teams
SEVILLA FC SIGNS DE MORAL - TROCHOWSKI
Spanish Football Club SEVILLA FC has announced two new signings for the next season 2011-2012. The first is Spanish Football player from GETAFE MANU DE MORAL & the second is HAMBURG player & midfielder PIOTR TROCHOWSKI, the first signs for 4 years & the second for 5 years.
Sevilla FC new signing Trochowski
Sevilla FC new signing Trochowski
Sunday, May 22, 2011
CRISTIANO RONALDO 2010 - 2011 | ALL 40 GOALS SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE | VIDEO
Here is a VIDEO of all 40 Goals scored by REAL MADRID forward CRISTIANO RONALDO in his record breaking season 2010 - 2011 in the Spanish Football League. The man scores them from all angles, both feet, header... a real goal show. Enjoy!
SPANISH FOOTBALL | CRISTIANO RONALDO | LIGA EL PICHICHI - EUROPEAN GOLDEN BOOT - HISTORICAL GOAL HOLDER | 2010 - 2011
REAL MADRID forward CRISTIANO RONALDO has finished the 2010 - 2011 season with a staggering total of 40 official UEFA approved goals. This figure gives the player the following individual titles this season:
All Time & Historical Spanish Football Top Goal scorer in a season. Cristiano Ronaldo takes the title off Telmo Zarra (At Bilbao 1950-51) & Hugo Snachez (1989-90) with 38 goals.
Spanish
All Time & Historical Spanish Football Top Goal scorer in a season. Cristiano Ronaldo takes the title off Telmo Zarra (At Bilbao 1950-51) & Hugo Snachez (1989-90) with 38 goals.
Spanish
Saturday, May 21, 2011
SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE SEASON 2010-2011 ENDS WITH ROUND 38 GAMES RESULTS
Tense & emotional finish in the SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE with Round 38 unfortunately sending DEPORTIVO A CORUÑA, along with Hercules & Almeria, to the 2º Division. Here is a run down of tonights events with all the results & goal scorers.
Deportivo relegated to second division
DEPORTIVO A CORUÑA lost 0 - 2 to VALENCIA CF & thus gets relegated to the Spanish 2º Division after 20 glorious years
Deportivo relegated to second division
DEPORTIVO A CORUÑA lost 0 - 2 to VALENCIA CF & thus gets relegated to the Spanish 2º Division after 20 glorious years
FOOTBALL - SOCCCER | HIGHEST PAID COACHES IN THE WORLD
SPANISH SPORTS daily "Sport" has an interesting article today that I thought may interest readers. They take a look at the highest earners in World Football-Soccer from the angle of Coaches .
Highest Paid World Football Soccer Coaches
source: Sport.es
What catches the eye & motivated the press story is the number two spot now under Diego Armando Maradona. The ex-Argentine National Team
Highest Paid World Football Soccer Coaches
source: Sport.es
What catches the eye & motivated the press story is the number two spot now under Diego Armando Maradona. The ex-Argentine National Team
Friday, May 20, 2011
SPANISH LEAGUE FOOTBALL | LAST ROUND FOR SINNERS
SPANISH FOOTBALL comes to its season climax tomorrow with all Round 38 matches of the Spanish League scheduled. We already know that FC Barcelona has won La Liga, that second is Real Madrid, third is Valencia CF & Villareal finishes in Champions League position in 4th place. There is a minor battle to avoid the Europa League prelimanary phase position of 7th on the table with Sevilla, At Bilbao &
MANCHESTER CITY TEMPTING REAL MADRID WITH 180M€ TO SELL RONALDO ?
MANCHESTER CITY owner Sheikh Mansour is reported to be willing to pay 180M€ for REAL MADRID player CRISTIANO RONALDO according to "rumours" coming out of England & picked up here locally by the local Spanish Sports daily s. The Portuguese star cost REAL MADRID 96M€ in 2009 & Manchester City hopes to convince the Spanish Football Club by doubling the initial investment
Cristiano Ronaldo 2011
Cristiano Ronaldo 2011
Thursday, May 19, 2011
On league integrity and the nature of sports
At halftime of Tuesday night's Western Conference Final, the NBA held the draft lottery, in which Cleveland won the first pick and Minnesota won the second. Cleveland was represented on stage by Nick Gilbert, the 14-year-old son of owner Dan Gilbert; Nick suffers from Neurofibromatosis, a nerve disorder that causes tumors to grow in his body anywhere and anytime. Afterwards, Minnesota GM David Kahn said the following:
On PTI Wednesday, Tony Kornheiser said the following (the whole discussion starts around the 3:00 mark): "I have no idea if the lottery is fixed. . . . But if it's fixed, I'm 100 % for that. This is a closed corporation. If they want to go around and improve certain teams in certain way, I'm OK with that." Kornheiser viewed this as, essentially, a make-up call for Cleveland after "The Decision." Similarly, it was OK to reward the Wizards last year after the death of long-serving owner Abe Pollin. And, by implication, it was OK to reward the Knicks with Patrick Ewing in 1985, which lifted one of the league's signature franchises.
That cannot be right. The league sells itself as being engaged in open competition, results determined by luck (the lottery) or a combination of skill and luck (games and just about everything else). That, in truth, is the essence of sports and sports leagues. The league cannot surreptitiously control or manipulate that competition in any way. To do so flies in the face of what the league is promoting and what professional sport is supposed to be about. Plus, the logic of the argument cannot be limited to the lottery, but must extend to play on the court. Can the league now directly dictate game and playoff series outcomes (as opposed to indirectly, which the NBA already does, by controlling officiating assignments and giving officials "guidance" of how to call games)?
The notion of games and players being played completely above board is essential to the idea of sport and to getting fans to take sports seriously. And it was not always so. Prior to 1920, baseball was perceived as a step up from professional wrestling. The big shock in the Black Sox Scandal was not that the players had thrown the Series, but that it was the first time anyone had been caught. There were suspicions and rumors of a fix as early as the 1903 Series. And the NBA faced a genuine crisis following the officiating debacle that was the 2006 Finals, when fans raised genuine concerns about league manipulation.
I agree with Kornheiser in one respect--the NBA could dump the lottery altogether and establish a draft order based on arbitrary favoritism or a desire to help one team or another (the Chicago Bulls were assigned the first pick in the ABA Dispersal Draft in 1976 so they could draft Artis Gilmore). Just as the league could start pre-determining winners. But it has to be transparent and above board that this is how things are being done and this is why. And it no longer can sell itself as sport.
This league has a habit, and I am just going to say habit, of producing some pretty incredible story lines. Last year it was Abe Pollin's widow and this year it was a 14-year-old boy and the only thing we have in common is we have both been bar mitzvahed. We were done. I told Kevin: 'We're toast.' This is not happening for us and I was right.Kaaahhnn! may or may not have been joking.
On PTI Wednesday, Tony Kornheiser said the following (the whole discussion starts around the 3:00 mark): "I have no idea if the lottery is fixed. . . . But if it's fixed, I'm 100 % for that. This is a closed corporation. If they want to go around and improve certain teams in certain way, I'm OK with that." Kornheiser viewed this as, essentially, a make-up call for Cleveland after "The Decision." Similarly, it was OK to reward the Wizards last year after the death of long-serving owner Abe Pollin. And, by implication, it was OK to reward the Knicks with Patrick Ewing in 1985, which lifted one of the league's signature franchises.
That cannot be right. The league sells itself as being engaged in open competition, results determined by luck (the lottery) or a combination of skill and luck (games and just about everything else). That, in truth, is the essence of sports and sports leagues. The league cannot surreptitiously control or manipulate that competition in any way. To do so flies in the face of what the league is promoting and what professional sport is supposed to be about. Plus, the logic of the argument cannot be limited to the lottery, but must extend to play on the court. Can the league now directly dictate game and playoff series outcomes (as opposed to indirectly, which the NBA already does, by controlling officiating assignments and giving officials "guidance" of how to call games)?
The notion of games and players being played completely above board is essential to the idea of sport and to getting fans to take sports seriously. And it was not always so. Prior to 1920, baseball was perceived as a step up from professional wrestling. The big shock in the Black Sox Scandal was not that the players had thrown the Series, but that it was the first time anyone had been caught. There were suspicions and rumors of a fix as early as the 1903 Series. And the NBA faced a genuine crisis following the officiating debacle that was the 2006 Finals, when fans raised genuine concerns about league manipulation.
I agree with Kornheiser in one respect--the NBA could dump the lottery altogether and establish a draft order based on arbitrary favoritism or a desire to help one team or another (the Chicago Bulls were assigned the first pick in the ABA Dispersal Draft in 1976 so they could draft Artis Gilmore). Just as the league could start pre-determining winners. But it has to be transparent and above board that this is how things are being done and this is why. And it no longer can sell itself as sport.
The NCAA Responds to the DOJ's Letter Regarding the BCS
The NCAA formally responded on Wednesday to the letter it received earlier this month from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the legality of the Bowl Championship Series. In the response, NCAA President Mark Emmert largely deferred to the BCS to answer the Justice Department's inquiry, stating that "because the BCS system does not fall under the purview of the NCAA, it is not appropriate for me to provide views on the system."
The NCAA's letter is available here. For more on the legality of the BCS, see Sports Law Blog's prior coverage.
The NCAA's letter is available here. For more on the legality of the BCS, see Sports Law Blog's prior coverage.
FC BARCELONA HAS ALL ITS STARS AVAILABLE FOR THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL
FC BARCELONA only has one objective left for this season after winning the Spanish Football League title: winning the Champions League. The Spanish Club is resting key players & has recovered all its stars from injury to give Coach Guardiola all the valuable resources needed to confronted Top English Club Manchester United in optimum conditions.
FC Barcelona speculated Champions League
Final
FC Barcelona speculated Champions League
Final
SILVIO ANNOUNCES MOVE TO ATLETICO DE MADRID
SILVIO, the 23 year Portugues International & SPORTING BRAGA player, announced straight after the loss of his team to Porto in the Europa League Final that he would be playing in SPANISH FOOTBALL & conctretly with ATLETICO DE MADRID next season.
Silvio new Atletico de Madrid player
No details of the transfer deal have been made public except the habitual justifiable message that the defender
Silvio new Atletico de Madrid player
No details of the transfer deal have been made public except the habitual justifiable message that the defender
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
FIFA WORLD RANKING | MAY 2011 | SPANISH NATIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM Nº1
FIFA has released today this months World Rankings for National Football Teams with SPAIN still in the Nº1 Spot. Very little changes in the Top 20 positions as the National Squads have had very little action in the way of International games. This will be different for the next scheduled FIFA World Ranking table release ( 29th of June), from now till then there are numerous International matches
37th Annual Sports Lawyers Association Conference in DC
° The General Counsels’ Forum—including general counsels from all four major leagues
° The Executive Directors’ Forum—including the heads of each leagues players association.
° Media, Publicity, Fantasy Sports & Privacy Rights for Athletes
° Legal Impact of Agent Interference in Intercollegiate Athletics
° The Current State & Legality of the College BCS System
° Ethics for Sports Lawyers
° Latest Developments in Professional Sports Collective Bargaining
° Structuring & Negotiating Complex Transactions in Professional Sports
° Legal Ramifications of Head Trauma in Sports
° Arbitration & Mediation Update in Professional Sports
For more details on this tremendous event you can access the conference brochure here. If you can't attend this week but want to learn more about this association, the SLA website can be found here.
FC BARCELONA PRESENT NEW 2011 - 2012 SEASON UNIFORM
FC BARCELONA presented to media their "new look" uniform for next season 2011-2012. The highlight is the increase in the number of stripes, the new sponsor & that the away uniform will be black
FC Barcelona Captain Puyol with new uniform
2011-2012 season
Amazes me how the issue of a uniform change can generate so much news & how the fans (naturally) take it on so seriously. The FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona Captain Puyol with new uniform
2011-2012 season
Amazes me how the issue of a uniform change can generate so much news & how the fans (naturally) take it on so seriously. The FC Barcelona
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Roger Clemens at SCOTUS
Roger Clemens is still hanging around the Supreme Court. Clemens sought cert from the Fifth Circuit decision holding that Texas courts lacked personal jurisdiction over Brian McNamee in Clemens' defamation actions arising from McNamee's various statements to the Mitchell Commission and the media about Clemens' alleged steroid and HGH use. The case was listed for consideration at last Friday's conference, but the Court took no action. Speculation is that the Court is waiting to act on the petition until it decides two pending personal-jurisdiction cases.
I used the Fifth Circuit decision in my Civ Pro class; it is a pretty effective teaching case, if only for the somewhat stunted view that the majority took.
I used the Fifth Circuit decision in my Civ Pro class; it is a pretty effective teaching case, if only for the somewhat stunted view that the majority took.
SPANISH FOOTBALL | ATLETICO DE MADRID TO SELL THEIR "CROWN JEWELS" ?
ATLETICO DE MADRID seems to be the epicenter of SPANISH FOOTBALL rumour & gossip this week. The news is not too good if your an Atletico fan & will make you wonder how the team will fair next year if the "lane way talks" come true.
The first name that many see out of the Club is DIEGO FORLAN. As mentioned in the below post, Turkish side Besiktas & English Premier League Club Tottenham Hotspurs
The first name that many see out of the Club is DIEGO FORLAN. As mentioned in the below post, Turkish side Besiktas & English Premier League Club Tottenham Hotspurs
Monday, May 16, 2011
New Sports Illustrated Column: Burning Questions from Eighth Circuit's Ruling Tonight in Favor of NFL
7. Will the players stay unified during the lockout?
If the players lose before the Eighth Circuit next month, the unified players' front may splinter into factions. Here's why:
The major advantage for players to decertify was that it empowered them to bring a very threatening antitrust case against the league. Decertification meant that the NFLPA no longer represented NFL players in negotiations with the NFL over employment conditions. As a result, the federal labor exemption, which immunizes collectively bargained rules from antitrust scrutiny, was taken off the table, thus exposing core parts of NFL football -- the draft, the salary cap, restricted free agency, etc. -- to antitrust review. The NFL is very vulnerable to losing an antitrust case, and a loss would command that the owners pay treble damages, likely in the billions of dollars.
The decertification strategy seemed successful on April 25, when Judge Nelson issued a preliminary injunction against the NFL lockout. The injunction meant the lockout was lifted, the league had to figure out new employment rules which would prove compatible with federal antitrust law and players were positioned to eventually win their antitrust litigation. The players, in other words, had all the leverage.
Everything changed April 29, when the Eighth Circuit granted the temporary stay of the preliminary injunction. If the Eighth Circuit rules in favor of the league next month, and assuming neither the Eighth Circuit grants an en banc rehearing nor the Supreme Court favorably intervenes on behalf of players, the antitrust litigation path would essentially be punted to 2012 or beyond, when a trial on Brady v. NFL might happen. By that time, some current players will be too old to play; others might fail to stay in top condition and not be able to get it back.
Such a situation could cause the players to rethink the decertification strategy and possibly contemplate recertification.
One leading reason to remain decertified is that recertification would support the NFL's argument that decertification was a sham. The NFL has filed an unfair labor practices charge with the NLRB on such a ground; the NLRB will likely decide on the charge by early next year. If NFL players recertify soon after their antitrust strategy failed, it would imply that decertification was only pursued to bring an antitrust case. That would play right into the owners' wheelhouse for the NLRB charge.
But there are downsides to remaining decertified. Foremost, players have abandoned the collective bargaining framework and are essentially acting on their own or, if they so choose, as factions of players. There is already discussion of players abandoning the NFLPA/Brady litigation and pursuing their own strategies, with their own attorneys and advisors. Expect that discussion to only amplify should the Eighth Circuit rule against the players in June. The NFLPA cannot prevent any players from negotiating with teams or the league; recertification would be required to do so. The NFL could take advantage of that situation by reaching a deal with one group of players and those players then convincing others to recertify, but perhaps with different NFLPA leadership in place.
This situation is unique and could place the NFLPA in a difficult position. Normally when there are splinter groups of employees, the employer takes a major risk by speaking with them, because Section 9(a) of the National Labor Relations Act commands that the employer speak to the duly-elected union representatives. Here, however, the NFLPA maintains that it has disclaimed interest in representing NFL players. In fact, if the NFLPA now tries to deny a splinter group a seat at the table, the NFL could argue this supports its position that the NFLPA's disclaimer was a sham.
Then again, the NFL may be wary of meeting with the splinter group. If the league does so, it could signal that the NFL acknowledges that the NFLPA has disclaimed interest in representing NFL players. Such a signal would undercut the league's argument to the NLRB that the decertification was a sham and that the NFLPA only decertified for purposes of bringing an antitrust case.
In short, if the players lose before the Eighth Circuit next month, the players and the league will have to think long and hard, not only about what to offer in a negotiation, but with whom to negotiate.
ATLETICO DE MADRID PLAYER DIEGO FORLAN COURTING BOTH BESIKTAS - TOTTENHAM HOTSPURS ?
The Spanish daily Sports papers have picked up the news from Turkey, concretely from TV Channel NTV, that Turkish Club BESIKTAS has a pre-agreement with ATLETICO DE MADRID Uruguayan forward DIEGO FORLAN. The original source goes on further to say that Atletico de Madrid is also in accord & that the player may even sign his new contract next week.
However, today the agent of Forlan, Daniel
However, today the agent of Forlan, Daniel
New Sports Law Institute at Vermont Law School
Brian Porto and I are excited to announce the creation of the Sports Law Institute at Vermont Law School. It's an exciting venture that will focus on the intersection between sports, law and business and on getting students jobs and internships in the industry.
The Institute's website can be seen at this link. Here is the news release:
SOUTH ROYALTON, VT -- Vermont Law School has established a Sports Law Institute (SLI) to prepare students for the growing opportunities at the intersection of sports, law and business.
The SLI is headed by Professor Michael McCann, one of the nation's foremost experts on sports law. He is a legal analyst for Sports Illustrated and editor-in-chief and publisher of the award-winning Sports Law Blog. The SLI's deputy director is Associate Professor Brian Porto, who has written about legal issues in sports for more than two decades.
The SLI's launching further broadens the curriculum and experiential learning opportunities at VLS, whose environmental law, international law, dispute resolution and other public-service oriented programs are nationally recognized for excellence.
The SLI serves as an educational, research and professional vehicle for exploring connections between law and sports. The institute engages in original research, promotes experiential learning and employment opportunities for VLS students and alumni and connects the VLS community with academic and professional sports law activities. The SLI also provides cutting-edge commentary on some of the biggest controversies in sports law.
More information is available at: www.vermontlaw.edu/sportslaw
CONTACT: John Cramer, Associate Director of Media Relations Office: 802.831.1106, cell: 540.798.7099, jcramer@vermontlaw.edu
The Institute's website can be seen at this link. Here is the news release:
VLS’s New Sports Law Institute Gives Students Opportunities in Sports, Law and Business
SOUTH ROYALTON, VT -- Vermont Law School has established a Sports Law Institute (SLI) to prepare students for the growing opportunities at the intersection of sports, law and business.The SLI is headed by Professor Michael McCann, one of the nation's foremost experts on sports law. He is a legal analyst for Sports Illustrated and editor-in-chief and publisher of the award-winning Sports Law Blog. The SLI's deputy director is Associate Professor Brian Porto, who has written about legal issues in sports for more than two decades.
The SLI's launching further broadens the curriculum and experiential learning opportunities at VLS, whose environmental law, international law, dispute resolution and other public-service oriented programs are nationally recognized for excellence.
The SLI serves as an educational, research and professional vehicle for exploring connections between law and sports. The institute engages in original research, promotes experiential learning and employment opportunities for VLS students and alumni and connects the VLS community with academic and professional sports law activities. The SLI also provides cutting-edge commentary on some of the biggest controversies in sports law.
"Sports law has an emerging role in legal education and will continue to gain importance," McCann said. "It encompasses a wide range of legal topics, including antitrust law, labor law, intellectual property/licensing, contracts, commercial law, business law, immigration law, property, torts and criminal law. That breadth makes sports law an excellent device for studying the law. Sports law is also a valuable learning tool because it presents complex legal issues in fact-patterns that students generally find approachable and understandable. Our focus ranges from the ski and snowboard slopes in Vermont to the parks, courts, rinks and fields found in the big leagues and minor leagues all over the country."
More information is available at: www.vermontlaw.edu/sportslaw
CONTACT: John Cramer, Associate Director of Media Relations Office: 802.831.1106, cell: 540.798.7099, jcramer@vermontlaw.edu
UEFA DESESTIMATES ALLEGED RACIST COMMENTS BY FC BARCELONA PLAYER BUSQUETS
UEFA has desestimate today the REAL MADRID claims of serious Racist comments allegedly made by FC BARECLONA player SERGI BUSQUETS towards the Real Madrid player MARCELO. Barça has ratified the UEFA announcement which gives the green light for Busquets to play the Champions League Final against Manchester United on the 28th of May.
The allegations made by Madrid are that Busquets called their
The allegations made by Madrid are that Busquets called their
SPANISH FOOTBALL | ATLETICO DE MADRID & EUROPE
All ATLETICO DE MADRID fans around the global, yes the Club secured a Euro classification position in the League, more concretely the 7th place. But this was not the prime objective, its the least worst scenario as the Champion League (naturally) was the main & important plan being the 4th position the aim currently secured by Villareal.
Happy with the Euro place? Yes, of course, but the 7th
Happy with the Euro place? Yes, of course, but the 7th
Sunday, May 15, 2011
SPANISH LEAGUE FOOTBALL ROUND 37 GAMES RESULTS
SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE action tonight with all 10 games of Round 37 played simultaneously as Clubs at the bottom end of the ladder are playing their future attempting to avoid the "last ticket" to the 2º Division, & others are attempting to grab the Euro train in the top end of the classification table. Highly charged LIGA with fierce competition & goals. Here is a brief summary of events,
SPANISH SPORTS | DJOKAVIC WINS NADAL AGAIN IN THE TENNIS ROMA 1000 MASTERS FINAL
SPANISH SPORTS, & especially the Tennis fans, are having a name "tattoed" on their forehead: NOVAK DJOKAVIC. The Serb managed to beat last years ROMA TENNIS MASTERS 1000 Champ & Spanish Nº1 RAFAEL NADAL 4-6 4-6 for a 4th straight time in a Final this year. The Serb is in a "State of Grace" that will take him soon onto the Nº1 World Spot if he can win the upcoming French Open, plus the surface
SPANISH SPORTS | FRENCH MOTO GP | SPANIARDS VIÑALES - MARQUEZ WIN
SPANISH SPORTS had a more sweet than sour day in the French MOTOGP with victories in the 125 cc & Moto2 catagories, along with the sour , the unlucky & controversial fall ( more latter) of DANI PEDROSA in the GP catagory which ended in a broken collar bone when in second position.
Spanish Sports Bike rider Maverick Viñales
In the 125 cc catagory the four top places were all for Spanish
Spanish Sports Bike rider Maverick Viñales
In the 125 cc catagory the four top places were all for Spanish
ATLETICO DE MADRID CLOSE TO SHUTTING RCD ESPANYOL FORWARD OSVALDO
Spanish Sports daily paper "AS" publish in todays Football section that ATLETICO DE MADRID has its eye on RCD ESPANYOL Argentine forward OSVALDO for next season. The player has shown this season his goal scoring class & is the natural substitution for Diego Forlan who will most likely ( 99,9%) leave Atletico at the end of the season.
Osvaldo RCD ESPANYOL
The price asked by Espanyol is around
Osvaldo RCD ESPANYOL
The price asked by Espanyol is around
Saturday, May 14, 2011
REAL MADRID HAS A "MASTER PLAN" FOR UEFA PLUS THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE ?
Spanish Sports (Football) Barcelona based press, “Don Balon”, via its online edition has published an interesting article that one can interpret as strategically cunning or dangerous in its message with a “Machiavellian” design & intention. Thought appropriate to post seeing today is a "quiet" day in the Spanish League.
The crux of their story is that REAL MADRID, & more importantly its
The crux of their story is that REAL MADRID, & more importantly its
Slotting for MLB Draft?
Good piece by Jeff Passan on slotting for the MLB draft being a divisive issue for a new MLB CBA. We've discussed slotting for the MLB draft a number of times on the blog.
FC BARCELONA TRANSFER GOSSIP | VILLAREAL FORWARD GIUSEPPE ROSSI ON AGENDA
FC BARCELONA are also thinking & planning next season 2011 - 2012 with signing rumours appearing in the local Spanish Sports newspapers. According to "As", ALEX SANCHEZ is very muched liked at "Camp Barça" but the 40M€ price tag that Manchester City has placed on the players out of its orbit.
Villareal player ROSSI
However, there is a magnificent alternative that currently plays at VILLAREAL
Villareal player ROSSI
However, there is a magnificent alternative that currently plays at VILLAREAL
Friday, May 13, 2011
REAL MADRID TRANSFER RUMOURS GOSSIP 2011 | KAKA, BENZEMA, COENTRAO ...
Lots of SPANISH FOOTBALL news today especially in the REAL MADRID transfers gossip area that I will run down in this post.
As informed Real Madrid has signed RCD Espanyol CALLEJON, Borrusia Dortmund midfielder SAHIN & almost has shut Bayern Munich player ANTILTOP who finishes contract. But there have been more movements in other palyer "business" fronts especially on possible exits.
Italian
As informed Real Madrid has signed RCD Espanyol CALLEJON, Borrusia Dortmund midfielder SAHIN & almost has shut Bayern Munich player ANTILTOP who finishes contract. But there have been more movements in other palyer "business" fronts especially on possible exits.
Italian
Thursday, May 12, 2011
First Amendment and the Bird
Yesterday, battery charges were dropped against a Kansas City Chiefs fan who in 2009 flipped off the surrounding fans at San Diego's Qualcomm Stadium then got into a scuffle with security who intervened. The trial court ruled that the fan, Jason Ensign, was exercising his free speech rights in flipping the bird, thus giving him the right to defend himself against the security guards who tackled him.
Deadspin is having some fun with this, but this seems like precisely the right result. Note, however, that it does not necessarily speak to the full question of fan speech at stadiums, but only of whether a fan can be arrested and charged criminally for speech at a stadium. It is not clear the result if, for example, security simply had removed Ensign from the stadium. And it does not speak to the continued validity of the league's fan-conduct policies (although I long have argued that most are constitutionally suspect).
Deadspin is having some fun with this, but this seems like precisely the right result. Note, however, that it does not necessarily speak to the full question of fan speech at stadiums, but only of whether a fan can be arrested and charged criminally for speech at a stadium. It is not clear the result if, for example, security simply had removed Ensign from the stadium. And it does not speak to the continued validity of the league's fan-conduct policies (although I long have argued that most are constitutionally suspect).
Bartolo Colon's Stem Cell Surgery: Sports Medicine or Cheating?
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Major League Baseball is examining a procedure performed on Yankees right-hander Bartolo Colon last year that involved stem cells being injected into his painful shoulder and elbow, according to The New York Times.
Joseph R. Purita, an orthopedic surgeon in Boca Raton, Fla., told the newspaper he flew to Colon's native Dominican Republic and helped a team of doctors there with the treatment on the 2005 AL Cy Young Award winner. He said he has used Human Growth Hormone in the procedure before, but not in this case with Colon.
HGH is banned by Major League Baseball.
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Purita told the Times he took fat and bone marrow stem cells from Colon and injected them back into his elbow and shoulder.
"This is the future of sports medicine, in particular," he said. "Here it is that I got a guy back playing baseball and throwing pitches at 95 miles an hour."
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Replay and the the Law
Mitchell Berman (Texas) has written the piece I wish I could have: Replay (forthcoming in California Law Review). I read an early draft of the paper and it does a terrific job of applying legal theory to the seemingly trivial issue of replay in football and the standard of review, as well as drawing lessons from replay to apply to the legal system.
Here is the abstract:
Here is the abstract:
This paper aims to resolve a question of superficial triviality: when sports use instant replay technology to review on-field calls, what standard of review should they employ? The conventional view is that on-field calls should be entrenched against reversal such that, if the reviewing official has any doubt about the correctness of the initial call, he should be instructed to let it stand - even if he thinks it very probably wrong. Indeed, in the wake of officiating debacles at last summer’s FIFA World Cup, many observers proposed not only that soccer introduce instant replay, but also that its governing bodies adopt the NFL rule directing that on-field calls be overturned only when the referee sees "indisputable visual evidence" (IVE) that that call was mistaken. In a small nutshell, this essay argues that conventional wisdom in favor of IVE likely rests upon mistaken premises, and offers several concrete proposals for reform.
A lengthy investigation into the optimal standard of review for instant replay in sports might seem frivolous. But it serves a deeper ambition. We are in the early years of sports’ colonization by econometricians, as legal theorists remain watching from the sidelines. That is unfortunate. Formal organized sports are, in effect, legal systems, and legal theorists might find much both to teach and to learn by paying closer attention to competitive athletics. In short, legal theorists would benefit from a sustained engagement with what I have termed, in previous work, "the jurisprudence of sport" As a case study in this nascent field, this essay reveals that the problem of appellate review in sports is surprisingly rich and complex. But it shows more than that. The jurisprudence of sport maintains that sporting practices and norms can teach lessons for ordinary legal systems as surely as the other way around. Illustrating that claim, this essay draws from football replay practices an argument to reform the criminal trial system to accommodate two verdicts of acquittal, not one.
FC BARCELONA SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE CHAMPIONS 2010 - 2011 | ROUND 36 WEDNESDAY GAMES RESULTS
SPANISH FOOTBALL , & more concretely LA LIGA, has a Champion for season 2010-2011. FC BARCELONA claim their third straight SPANISH LEAGUE Title after securing things mathematically tonight. There was six matches scheduled for Round 36 with lots of nerves & high tensions as teams are fighting for their 1º Division future at the bottom of the leader. Here is a brief resume of the games, the
Midweek Sports Law Links
* Great interview by Talkadelphia with Temple law professor Jeremi Duru on his excellent new book: Advancing the Ball: Race, Reformation, and the Quest for Equal Coaching Opportunity in the NFL (with forward by Tony Dungy).
* Possible misstep by Major League Baseball in its taking over of the Dodgers from Frank and Jamie McCourt (the two are embroiled in a nasty divorce): According to attorneys for Frank McCourt, one of the persons assigned to run the Dodgers did not disclose that he used to work for Jamie McCourt until after reviewing confidential financial information about the team. If that's true, expect this to emerge as a key issue should MLB try to sell the Dodgers without Frank McCourt's approval.
* The federal government, apparently not deterred by the disappointing result in the Barry Bonds trial (a conviction on just one count - obstruction of justice - which was the least important count), is stepping up its investigation of Lance Armstrong and his possible use and sale of illegal performance-enhancers. As I explained in an SI column, Armstrong, if charged, could face a wide range of charges, including fraud and racketeering. His case, in other words, would be structured differently than those against Bonds and Roger Clemens, both of whom have faced prosecutions for knowingly lying under oath.
* Sam Amick with a good update on the forthcoming NBA labor crisis - long-story short: the two sides are talking quite a bit, but they are nowhere near an agreement.
* Jon Wertheim and Tobias Moskowitz, authors of Scorecasting, have a timely feature on SI.com on NBA referees missing many calls. Please also check out Ryan Rodenberg's related study.
* Central Michigan University professor Adam Epstein has posted his new article, An Exploration of Interesting Clauses in Sports, on SSRN.
* Brian Baxter of American Lawyer has a great sports law column called The Score. Check it out - tons of great info and insight.
* Sports attorney Jim Juliano has a good sports law newsletter called Legally Speaking.
* Mostly not sports law, but if you're a member or prospective member of the Massachusetts Bar, I strongly recommend reading Mass Lawyers Weekly, The Docket blog. Really good stuff there.
* Possible misstep by Major League Baseball in its taking over of the Dodgers from Frank and Jamie McCourt (the two are embroiled in a nasty divorce): According to attorneys for Frank McCourt, one of the persons assigned to run the Dodgers did not disclose that he used to work for Jamie McCourt until after reviewing confidential financial information about the team. If that's true, expect this to emerge as a key issue should MLB try to sell the Dodgers without Frank McCourt's approval.
* The federal government, apparently not deterred by the disappointing result in the Barry Bonds trial (a conviction on just one count - obstruction of justice - which was the least important count), is stepping up its investigation of Lance Armstrong and his possible use and sale of illegal performance-enhancers. As I explained in an SI column, Armstrong, if charged, could face a wide range of charges, including fraud and racketeering. His case, in other words, would be structured differently than those against Bonds and Roger Clemens, both of whom have faced prosecutions for knowingly lying under oath.
* Sam Amick with a good update on the forthcoming NBA labor crisis - long-story short: the two sides are talking quite a bit, but they are nowhere near an agreement.
* Jon Wertheim and Tobias Moskowitz, authors of Scorecasting, have a timely feature on SI.com on NBA referees missing many calls. Please also check out Ryan Rodenberg's related study.
* Central Michigan University professor Adam Epstein has posted his new article, An Exploration of Interesting Clauses in Sports, on SSRN.
* Brian Baxter of American Lawyer has a great sports law column called The Score. Check it out - tons of great info and insight.
* Sports attorney Jim Juliano has a good sports law newsletter called Legally Speaking.
* Mostly not sports law, but if you're a member or prospective member of the Massachusetts Bar, I strongly recommend reading Mass Lawyers Weekly, The Docket blog. Really good stuff there.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
An Antitrust Economist's Take on the Potential BCS Litigation
Andy Schwartz, one of the drafters of the letter recently submitted to the U.S. Department of Justice by 21 law professors and economists, has posted an interesting commentary on ESPN.com regarding the possibility of an antitrust lawsuit against the Bowl Championship Series. His article is available here.
LA LIGA SPANISH FOOTBALL ROUND 36 TUESDAY NIGHT GAMES RESULTS
SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE action tonight with four matches of Round 36 with relegation zone teams in full battle to stay alive next season in LA LIGA, disappointments, nerves , joys & goals. Here is a summary of tonights games, the results & the scorers.
Cristiano Ronaldo adds more goals
REAL MADRID defeated GETAFE 4 - 0 & delays the Spanish League title celebrations for FC Barcelona which
Cristiano Ronaldo adds more goals
REAL MADRID defeated GETAFE 4 - 0 & delays the Spanish League title celebrations for FC Barcelona which
REAL MADRID 2011-2012 SIGNINGS | THE NEW & THE OLD?
NURI SAHIN (Borussia Dortmund) , CALLEJON (RCD Espanyol), ALTINTOP (Bayern Munich), plus the possible return of young Parejo (Getafe) & rumours about Cesc Fabregas (difficult, but sounding), Tevez (Manchester City), Fernando Llorente (At.Bilbao) & Sergio Aguero (At.Madrid)
The first two are already confirmed new signings for REAL MADRID, Antintop is said will be announced next Saturday & comes "
The first two are already confirmed new signings for REAL MADRID, Antintop is said will be announced next Saturday & comes "
Monday, May 9, 2011
Kansas State University reaches settlement with former football coach Ron Prince
Now the dispute has settled in a way that clearly favors the coach. Here's more:
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Neil Cornrich, Prince’s agent, said in a statement that Prince was “appreciative of KSU’s willingness to structure the settlement in such a favorable manner.”
Cornrich contends the settlement is a “significant financial advantage” for Prince compared to the $3.2 million buyout. Those payments were not scheduled to start for almost five years and would not be fully paid until Dec. 31, 2020.
“Discounted to present value, the $1.65 million settlement figure essentially represents an agreement to pay Coach Prince almost the entire $3.2 million termination payment,” Cornrich said. “Coach Prince will receive these funds upfront and almost nine years earlier than they were originally due.”
CURRENT PROVISIONAL LEADING GOAL SCORER FOR THE SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE & EUROPEAN GOLDEN BOOT (SHOE)
FINAL SPANISH FOOTBALL LIGA GOALSCORING TABLE 2010-2011
REAL MADRID forward CRISTIANO RONALDO is currently leading the SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE Top Goal scorer Award for season 2010-2011 (“El Pichichi”) & the "European Golden Boot (Shoe) Award" for the continents Top scorer. This is provision as the season hasn’t finished as yet & it is very close in the Top spots between Ronaldo, Messi (FC
REAL MADRID forward CRISTIANO RONALDO is currently leading the SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE Top Goal scorer Award for season 2010-2011 (“El Pichichi”) & the "European Golden Boot (Shoe) Award" for the continents Top scorer. This is provision as the season hasn’t finished as yet & it is very close in the Top spots between Ronaldo, Messi (FC
Sunday, May 8, 2011
SPANISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE ROUND 35 SUNDAY GAMES RESULTS | FC BARCELONA CLOSER TO SPANISH LEAGUE TITLE
SPANISH FOOTBALL action with the last three games of Round 35 of the Spanish League. The main news is the victory by FC BARCELONA which puts them just one point away from mathematically claiming LA LIGA 2010-2011 title. A feat that will most likely occur in the next Round with the accompanying celebrations by Barça. Until then, lets review today's matches with results & the scorers.
Andres
Andres
TENNIS | RAFAEAL NADAL GOES DOWN TO DJOKOVIC IN MASTERS 1000 MADRID FINAL
Spanish Tennis ace RAFAEL NADAL has gone down 5 - 7 ; 4 - 6 to Serbian NOVAK DJOKOVIC in the Tennis Final of the MASTERS 1000 MADRID. The Serbian continues his unbeatable run of victories which includes defeating Nadal in 3 straight finals this year. The victory today by Novak demonstrates that the Serb has real chances of grabbing the Nº1 spot off Nadal if he continues with his current form &
FC BARCELONA WINS SPANISH JUVENIL CUP AGAINST REAL MADRID
FC BARCELONA won the SPANISH JUVENIL CUP 3 - 1 against REAL MADRID with RAFINHA being the star. The team Coached by ex-FC Barcelona player Oscar Garcia surprised Real Madrid very early with two rapid goals that shook the "whites" psychologically & a blow from which they were never able to recover.
FC Barcelona Juvenil member Rafinha
The goals came in the 8th min via RAFINHA ( brother of Barça
FC Barcelona Juvenil member Rafinha
The goals came in the 8th min via RAFINHA ( brother of Barça
Saturday, May 7, 2011
ROUND 35 SPANISH LEAGUE FOOTBALL SATURDAY GAMES RESULTS
SPANISH FOOTBALL & its LEAGUE was super emotional as Clubs put in the extra effort to either avoid relegation into the 2nd Division & fight it out for the limited European places at the Top of LA LIGA ladder. Seven games played tonight in Round 35 with nerves, frustrations, controversy & for some, complete joy. Here is a summary of todays events, results & scorers.
Barral scores the equalizer
Barral scores the equalizer
FC BARCELONA TEAM PHOTO 2011 | CHAMPIONS LEAGUE VERSION
Here is a picture for FC BARCELONA fans to keep & stick on their favourite places. The starting 11 side against Real Madrid in the 1ºst leg of the Champions League semi finals.
FC Barcelona 2011 Champions League semi-final line-up
(photo courtesy of "Sport")
L to R Top: Pedro, Keita, Mascherano, Busquets, Pique & Valdes
L to R Bottom: Messi, Alves, Villa, Xavi & Puyol
Notable absence due to
FC Barcelona 2011 Champions League semi-final line-up
(photo courtesy of "Sport")
L to R Top: Pedro, Keita, Mascherano, Busquets, Pique & Valdes
L to R Bottom: Messi, Alves, Villa, Xavi & Puyol
Notable absence due to
SEVE BALLESTEROS DIES | SPANISH SPORTS LOSES GOLF LEGEND
Big shock for SPANISH SPORTS & the World of Golf with the sad news of the death this early morning of Spanish Golf legend SEVE BALLESTEROS. The Sportsman dies at the age of 54 at his home in the North of Spain surrounded by all his family.
Spanish Golf leyend Seve Ballesteros
In 2008 he was detected a brain tumour which made him go through surgery 4 times. Always with optimism & an iron will
Spanish Golf leyend Seve Ballesteros
In 2008 he was detected a brain tumour which made him go through surgery 4 times. Always with optimism & an iron will
Friday, May 6, 2011
New Sports Illustrated on whether Bud Selig can punish players for alcohol & DUI related issues
I speak with Maggie Gray of Sports Illustrated Video to discuss whether Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig can sanction players for alcohol/DUI related offenses.
To summarize and elaborate on my video remarks:
1) GENERAL COMPARISON WITH STEROIDS
Driving under the influence, as a form of human conduct, is much worse than using, buying or even selling illegal steroids or other illegal performance-enhancers. If you drive drunk, you directly can kill or maim others, along with directly cause substantial property damage; if you use steroids, in the vast majority of cases you can only directly hurt yourself (if in fact steroids are really harmful, a point that has drawn debate).
Now, some have written about "roid rage" and people on steroids acting violently, and families/employers of those who commit DUI or use steroids are indirectly impacted by the abusers' conduct.
But I think it's pretty clear that driving under the influence is way worse than using steroids.
2) BASEBALL COMPARISON WITH STEROIDS
But when viewed purely from the lens of baseball, are steroids worse than DUI? Steroids are about cheating, DUIs are about off-field conduct. There's some merit to that. But that logic hasn't stopped the NFL, armed with its Personal Conduct Policy, from strictly regulating off-field conduct on grounds that certain misbehavior harms the league image.
3) DO NUMBERS ACTUALLY INDICATE A PROBLEM?
While 6 players committing DUIs in the first five weeks of the season is alarming in some media-noteworthy way, keep in mind that a) the 6 DUIs are not connected to each other and occurred in different circumstances; and b) at any given time, there are 750 players on the 30 MLB rosters - 6 out 750 is less than 1%. Is there really an epidemic of MLB players committing DUIs? Could the level of misconduct be the same as previous years, but only this time a few more players than normal were caught for an offense that culprits often get away with?
4) THEORY AND BEST INTERESTS OF THE GAME CLAUSE
In theory, Bud Selig invoke his Best Interests of the Game authority to sanction players for the DUIs. The DUIs have clearly embarrassed the game and the collectively-bargained Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment does not mention alcohol, an omission which he could interpret to mean he is not limited by the Policy.
5) REALITY AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
In reality there are at least 3 reasons why Selig will wait on sanctioning until there is collectively bargained language:
i) The Players Association would greatly resent him acting unilaterally and that could cause labor negotiation problems for Selig and the owners in their discussions with the PA on a new CBA (the current one will expire on December 11, 2011), or at least in terms of developing an alcohol/DUI policy.
ii) The Players Association could file a grievance with an independent arbitrator (under the terms of the CBA), arguing that Selig has overstepped his authority and that alcohol and related arrests need to be mentioned in the Policy.
iii) Selig has to be careful not to violate the Americans with Disabilities Act, which regards alcoholism as an impairment and, in certain situations, can empower an employee for seeking redress when an employer punishes him/her for matters related to alcoholism. See our discussion on Roy Tarpley for more.
To summarize and elaborate on my video remarks:
1) GENERAL COMPARISON WITH STEROIDS
Driving under the influence, as a form of human conduct, is much worse than using, buying or even selling illegal steroids or other illegal performance-enhancers. If you drive drunk, you directly can kill or maim others, along with directly cause substantial property damage; if you use steroids, in the vast majority of cases you can only directly hurt yourself (if in fact steroids are really harmful, a point that has drawn debate).
Now, some have written about "roid rage" and people on steroids acting violently, and families/employers of those who commit DUI or use steroids are indirectly impacted by the abusers' conduct.
But I think it's pretty clear that driving under the influence is way worse than using steroids.
2) BASEBALL COMPARISON WITH STEROIDS
But when viewed purely from the lens of baseball, are steroids worse than DUI? Steroids are about cheating, DUIs are about off-field conduct. There's some merit to that. But that logic hasn't stopped the NFL, armed with its Personal Conduct Policy, from strictly regulating off-field conduct on grounds that certain misbehavior harms the league image.
3) DO NUMBERS ACTUALLY INDICATE A PROBLEM?
While 6 players committing DUIs in the first five weeks of the season is alarming in some media-noteworthy way, keep in mind that a) the 6 DUIs are not connected to each other and occurred in different circumstances; and b) at any given time, there are 750 players on the 30 MLB rosters - 6 out 750 is less than 1%. Is there really an epidemic of MLB players committing DUIs? Could the level of misconduct be the same as previous years, but only this time a few more players than normal were caught for an offense that culprits often get away with?
4) THEORY AND BEST INTERESTS OF THE GAME CLAUSE
In theory, Bud Selig invoke his Best Interests of the Game authority to sanction players for the DUIs. The DUIs have clearly embarrassed the game and the collectively-bargained Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment does not mention alcohol, an omission which he could interpret to mean he is not limited by the Policy.
5) REALITY AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
In reality there are at least 3 reasons why Selig will wait on sanctioning until there is collectively bargained language:
i) The Players Association would greatly resent him acting unilaterally and that could cause labor negotiation problems for Selig and the owners in their discussions with the PA on a new CBA (the current one will expire on December 11, 2011), or at least in terms of developing an alcohol/DUI policy.
ii) The Players Association could file a grievance with an independent arbitrator (under the terms of the CBA), arguing that Selig has overstepped his authority and that alcohol and related arrests need to be mentioned in the Policy.
iii) Selig has to be careful not to violate the Americans with Disabilities Act, which regards alcoholism as an impairment and, in certain situations, can empower an employee for seeking redress when an employer punishes him/her for matters related to alcoholism. See our discussion on Roy Tarpley for more.
Catching up with Links
* Dan Fitzgerald of Connecticut Sports Law has an excellent piece on the difficult choice undrafted free agents have in choosing between certain opportunities in the United Football League and potential/lockout-uncertain ones in the National Football League.
* Speaking of the UFL, Darren Heitner over on Sports Agent Blog has posted the league's standard contract.
* Over on The Blackbook Legal Blog, Goutman Jois has some terrific commentaries on the NFL lockout (see here and here for example)
* I speak with the Associated Press about an ethics investigation into the potential conflict of interest of members of an NCAA panel who are looking into the Fiesta Bowl also attending a Fiesta Bowl-sponsored retreat.
* Speaking of the UFL, Darren Heitner over on Sports Agent Blog has posted the league's standard contract.
* Over on The Blackbook Legal Blog, Goutman Jois has some terrific commentaries on the NFL lockout (see here and here for example)
* I speak with the Associated Press about an ethics investigation into the potential conflict of interest of members of an NCAA panel who are looking into the Fiesta Bowl also attending a Fiesta Bowl-sponsored retreat.
Grip Raffle for the Arni Trust
Unfortunately this is not a DIY build (more of that to follow)
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I'd like to make you aware that there is a great Grip Raffle going on here in the UK for the ARNI Trust (Action for Rehabilitation from Neurological Injury)
Being a grip fanatic myslef and I'm sure some of you folks who visit this blog also are, I'd like to suggest you support the ARNI trust by taking a look at the superb range of devices and products on offer for a small fee
Check out the products for the ARNI Trust by clicking the link.
I've got my eye on the 53kg Baby Inch Dumbbell, some of Jedd Johnson's DVD's.
It's not often you get to enter a raffle with gear like this in it, so please consider buying some tickets
Well done to Mark Robinson for this superb idea and cause
ARNI Raffle
If you're still not tempted to tak a look then here is a list of some of the great things on offer (AND CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL WHO DONATED)
1-10. Nuttipetz range (Donated by Kevin Buckett)
11. 53KG Cast Iron Circus Dumbbell with 60mm grip
(Donated by Brian at Strength Shop)
12. Weider Pro Bench
(Donated by Mark Richard at Icon Fitness)
13 & 14.
Two Weider 40lb Powerbells
(Donated by Mark Richard at Icon Fitness)
15. Olympic Micro Disc set/fractional plate set
(Donated by Simon Watson at Watson's Gym)
16. 2" thick revolving handle heavy duty swing bar
(Donated by Simon Watson at Watson's Gym)
17 & 18. Two 2" thick Thor Hammers lever bars
(Donated by Simon Watson at Watson's Gym)
19. Cast Iron 16kg Kettlebell
(Donated by Brian at Strength Shop)
20. Z-Trainer Suspension Training System
(plus carry-case, door anchor and instructions booklet)
(Donated by Zita Alves at Z-trainer)
21. Rare unused Viking standard EZ Bar from 1970s
(see Gold's spinlock below it for comparison)
(Donated by Dr Tom Balchin at ARNI)
22. Ironmind Tug3 gripper
(Donated by Dr Randall Strossen at Ironmind)
23. RB 130 Gripper
(Donated by Andy at Pullum Sports)
24. RB 210 Gripper
(Donated by Mark Robinson)
25. CoC Gripper No. 1
(Donated by Dr Randall Strossen at Ironmind)
26. CoC Key Miles to Millimeters
(Donated by Dr Randall Strossen at Ironmind)
27. 24ct Gold Mirror Finished Atomgripz
(Donated by Daniel Evans at GripTraining.co.uk)
28. Single Band Atomgripz PLUS a coloured Atomgripz key ring
(Donated by Lloyd Kelley at GripTraining.co.uk
29. Double Band Atomgripz PLUS a coloured Atomgripz key ring
(Donated by Lloyd Kelley at GripTraining.co.uk)
30. Triple Band Atomgripz PLUS a coloured Atomgripz key ring
(Donated by Lloyd Kelley at GripTraining.co.uk
31. Thick grip Olympic Stubby Bar
(either 2. 2.5 or 3 inch can be chosen)
(Donated by Simon Watson at Watson's Gym)
32. Wrist Developer (comes with white spring)
(Donated by David Horne at World of Grip)
33. Heavy Duty Ab Slings
(Donated by Andy at Pullum Sports
34. 40mm Thick pinch block
(Donated by Andy at Pullum Sports)
35. 1950s James Grose vintage weights display set for your gym
(Donated by Dr Tom at ARNI)
36. Home Made Strength I DVD
(Donated by Jedd
Johnson at Diesel Crew)
37. Home Made Strength II DVD
(Donated by Jedd
Johnson at Diesel Crew)
38. Nail Bending DVD
(Donated by Jedd
Johnson at Diesel Crew)
39. Road to the Record DVD
(Donated by Jedd Johnson at Diesel Crew)
40. Captains of Crush Grippers: What are they and how to close them.
by Dr. Randall Strossen (signed)
(Donated by Dr Randall Strossen at Ironmind)
41. Legacy of Iron
by Brooks Kubik, 1st ed, (signed)
(Donated by Dr Tom Balchin at ARNI)
42,43 and 44. Understanding Stroke (3 copies)
by Rosemary Sassoon
(Donated by Dr Tom Balchin at ARNI)
45. The Successful Stroke Survivor.
by Dr Tom Balchin, 1st ed, (signed)
(Donated by Dr Tom Balchin at ARNI)
46. Kettlebell Juggling DVD
(Donated by Logan Christopher at Legendary Strength)
47. Kettlebell Snatch Domination DVD
(Donated by Logan Christopher at Legendary Strength)
48. Radiant Health DVD
(Donated by Logan Christopher at Legendary Strength)
49. The Evolution of Milo Barbells
by Reuben Weaver (signed).
(Donated by Reuben Weaver)
50. T-shirt ('There is no Cannot')
(Donated by David Horne at World of Grip)
51. Iron History Long Sleeve T-Shirt
(Donated by Joe Roark at Iron History)
52. Kettlebell T-shirt
(Donated by Mark Robinson)
53. 4kg Ankle/Wrist weight
(Donated by Dr Tom Balchin at ARNI)
54 & 55. Two Rotators
(Donated by Chris Melton at Therotator.com)
56. Forgotten Secrets of the Old Time Strongmen by Dave Yarnell
(Donated by Dr Tom Balchin at ARNI)
57. Tribulus, Whey Isolate Protein, Amino Acids, Creatine & Vytal Nutrition sweatshirt
(Donated by Sacha Clarke at Vytal Nutrition)
58. Titan Red Devil 12" Wrist Wraps
(Donated by Mark Robinson)
59. Growth Hormone Release, Whey Isolate Protein, Recovery Fuel, Creatine & Vytal Nutrition sweatshirt
(Donated by Sacha Clarke at Vytal Nutrition)
60. Ironmind Hub
(Donated by Mark Martin-Dye)
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