In this episode we cover a lot of information! First, Conference USA is expanding and adding Liberty, New Mexico State, Jacksonville State and Sam Houston State. Also, James Madison is rumored to be joining the Sun Belt, but its former conference, the CAA, is not happy and threatening banning the athletes from playing in conference championships. We also give a rules ed on the Illinois Center, Cockburn, who sold some memorabilia and is now banned 3 games. We also give an update on the Tennessee football scandal from two years ago. In addition, the NCAA rejects the appeal of Oklahoma State and, accordingly, the Cowboys are banned from the NCAA tournament this year. Lastly, we give an update on the USC admission scandal and some upcoming jail time for one of the key players in the scandal. Also, AP makes his picks! Will his hot streak continue?  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Two Lawyers Talk College Sports

Season 3:Episode 11 Conf-USA realignment; JMU to the Sun Belt; Rules Ed on issue at Illinois; Update for Tennessee Football and Oklahoma State Basketball; USC admissions scandal & AP's Picks

In this episode, we talk about conference shakeups in the American Athletic Conference and Conference USA. What happens to Conference USA after the American Athletic Conference took 6 programs? Will C-USA and the Sunbelt merge? Creating the "USA-Belt"?  Also, we talk about Nick Rolovich's firing at Washington State regarding his refusal to get the COVID-19 vaccination. We also discuss the firing of Ed Orgeron only 2 years removed from a national title.  Lastly, after going 3-1 last week in his picks, will AP continue his hot streak?  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3: Episode 10 AAC and C-USA conference shakeup; Nick Rolovich out at Washington St. & Ed Orgeron out at LSU; AP's picks!

In this episode we interview Justin Pullnow, the director of Compliance at Arizona State University, And talk to him about the new name, image, and likeness rules, and how they are being implemented at schools. We also update you on the Kansas basketball situation and a new NCAA rule to no longer require test scores for NCAA athletes. Lastly, AP makes his pics, will he have another 3-1 or 4-0 week? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3:episode 9 interview with Justin Pullnow, Arizona State, to discuss NIL rules and Regis.

In this episode, we initially discuss a fraud scheme where multiple former NBA players, and a few coaches, defrauded the NBA's medical and dental policy to the tune of $2.5 million! What could the former players be facing! Second, we do a quick rules ed about recent violations at Jacksonville State (Go Gamecocks)! We have a fun interview with Reed Langdon, a principal and father, who talks to us about youth sports; lastly, AP makes his picks for the weekend. Will he go 4-0 like last week?  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3:Episode 8 NBA issues with multiple players being charged with fraud; issues at Jacksonville State; Inteview with Reed Langdon about youth sports; AP's picks!

In this episode, we talk about how conference expansion is changing the landscape of college athletics. We also discuss some more issues in Louisville and some NCAA infractions have occurred. Lastly, a new report from the NLRB suggests that athlete’s in school should be able to form unions and negotiate with their respective schools. What ramifications could happen if athlete’s could unionize? Also, AP’s picks! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3:episode 7 Conference expansion everywhere? Issues at Louisville. Athlete’s can unionize?

In this episode, we interview Jose Eskenazi, the Associate AD at USC (Strategic Partnerships, Social/Video Brand & Licensing). We talk to him about his background and how he ended up back at USC. We discuss NIL rules, coaching search, how USC is navigating the new NCAA landscape, and Pac12 media rights. We also discuss recent NIL deal with all the women athletes at BYU. In our rules education section, we talk about a recent NCAA CARA violation at Georgia Tech. Lastly, after going 4-0 last week in his picks, will AP follow up with another 4-0 week?  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3: Episode 6 Jose Eskenazi (Assoc. AD of Strategic Planning/Social Media/Branding at USC), how USC is navigating NIL rules & Pac12 media agreements; Georgia Tech NCAA violation; AP's picks!

In this episode, we talk about USC's sudden firing of Clay Helton. Who is USC going to target for its next head coach? The possibilities are endless and just about everyone is on the list. Also, we discuss the AAC expansion and if the conference will attempt to raid the MWC. We discuss a violation at George Mason and the penalties that follows. Lastly, we talk about this weekend's games and AP makes his picks! Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3:Episode 5 Clay Helton out as USC head coach, where does USC go next? AAC looking to expand. Issues at George Mason. Preview of this weekend's games and AP's picks!

In this episode, we talk more about the Big12's additions of BYU, Houston, UCF and Cincinnati. We discuss the impact of Mark Few's DUI and the possible criminal options for Few. We talk about Spence's recent trip to Las Vegas for the BYU vs. Arizona game! Lastly, AP makes his picks for the weekend. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3:Episode 4 BYU, Houston, UCF & Cincinnati get the official invite to Big12; Mark Few gets a DUI; AP makes his picks!

In this episode, we talk about the Big 12 expanding to 12 teams and zeroing in on BYU, Houston, UCF and Cincinnati. What will the Big 12 look like with those four teams. We also talk about the controversy of having Oregon v. Ohio State at 9:00 a.m. kickoff. We discuss a lawsuit filed by a former Washington State football player against the head coach and Washington State University. Lastly, AP makes his picks! He went 3-1 last week. What's going to happen this week?  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3:Episode 3 Big 12 expansion targeting BYU, Houston, UCF and Cincinnati; lawsuit against Washington State; AP's picks!

In this episode, we talk about the Pac12's decision not to expand and what that means for the Big12. Will the Big12 go after BYU, Cincinnati, Boise State, Memphis, Houston, etc.? We also give an update on the lawsuit between UCLA and Under Armour. In addition, Dino Gaudio's legal troubles come to a close with probation and a fine. In our Rule's Education section, we talk about violations at Akron and Texas A&M. Lastly, we preview the Pac12 and AP makes his picks for week 0 games! Enjoy some College Football this weekend!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3:Episode 2 Pac12 not expanding, what about the Big12? Updates with UCLA v. Under Armour lawsuit and Dino's legal troubles; violations at Akron and Texas A&M; lastly, AP's Picks!

SEASON 3! In this episode we talk about the proposed alliance between Pac12, ACC & Big 10. Would that benefit or hurt the chances of each school to increase the difficulty of the schedule, but decrease the likelihood of an undefeated season. We also talk about the Baylor punishment for its football team. Does a "slap on the wrist" equal the crimes that were committed at Baylor. Plus, NCAA violations at Nebraska and Michigan.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 3: Episode 1 Alliance between PAC12, ACC & Big10? Problems at Nebraska, Michigan. Does the Baylor punishment make sense?

In this episode, we interview the Associate Athletic Director at the University of Maine, Samantha Hegmann. We talk about the challenges that Maine faces in recruiting and with new NIL rules. We also discuss the possibility of a Big 12 and Pac 12 merger. In addition, the NCAA commissioned a law firm to investigate equity in the Men's and Women's basketball tournaments and the commission had some interesting thoughts. Lastly, NCAA is placing COVID restrictions on athletics who choose not to get vaccinated.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 2:Episode 45 Interview with Samantha Hegmann, Associate Athletic Director at University of Maine; plus Big 12 and Pac 12 merger; and NCAA's COVID restrictions

In this episode, we talk with the Athletic Direct at UMBC, Brian Barrio. He provides insight into what it's like to be an AD at a DI program. We also discuss with him the new NIL rules, conference expansion, and the future of UMBC. We also discuss Oklahoma and Texas formally being welcomed into the SEC and the implications that move will have on the future of college football. Can the BIG12 survive? In addition, we update the ASU recruiting violations and placing high-profile coaches on paid administrative leave. What is going to happen to ASU? Lastly, we talk about the Olympics and Team USA!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 2: Episode 44 Interview with Brian Barrio, the Athletic Director at UMBC. We talk NIL, conference expansion, the life of an AD and the future of UMBC. Also, ASU update and SEC expansion!

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into what's happening at the University of Hartford with the move from DI to DIII athletics. We interview Robert Carmody, a two-time captain for Hartford Baseball team. He was present when the University informed the athletes that Hartford was making the move. His story is amazing and sad. The University is failing the student athletes and don't seem to care.  In addition, Oklahoma and Texas threaten to leave the Big12 for the SEC. What will that do to conference realignment? Will the Big12 or Pac12 survive?  Lastly, the Bucks won the NBA title. Is the fact that the Bucks won giving Blazer fans hope? Can the Blazers keep Lillard happy? We'll see!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twolawyers/message

Season 2: Episode 43 Interview with Robert Carmody, a former baseball player at University of Hartford; OU and Texas going to the SEC? What should the Blazers do?

Join attorneys Aaron and Spencer as they discuss late breaking college athletics topics with a focus on NCAA rules. Check out our YouTube channel too https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0TutFckcIg&t=209s

hubhopper

Two Lawyers Talk College Sports

hubhopper