On April 3, 2026, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled “Urgent National Action to Save College Sports,” signaling a significant federal attempt to address the rapidly evolving and increasingly unstable landscape of collegiate athletics. The order arrives at a moment when colle...
In a historic ruling, a federal judge has approved the multibillion-dollar class-action settlement known as House v. NCAA, ushering in what may be the most significant transformation of college athletics in a generation. Beginning this fall, institutions in the NCAA's top division will be allowe...
A monumental shift in college athletics is on the horizon. As the long-anticipated House v. NCAA settlement approaches final approval, the very framework of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) governance is undergoing a dramatic realignment. And in a move that underscores the significance of this mom...
At Saluja Law, we represent student-athletes navigating the complex landscape of collegiate sports, including the ever-evolving world of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness). That's why we're standing with Charles Barkley—because he said what many in college athletics have been afraid to say out loud:...
In the world of college football, the offseason chaos of the transfer portal is drawing renewed scrutiny. The spring transfer window, a short but impactful 10-day period, has been blamed for high-profile disruptions like the departure of Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava. But as coaches public...
Nick Saban earned over $11 million in his final year coaching at Alabama. Over his career, he pocketed more than $100 million, built empires of influence, and became the face of a college football machine that profited immensely off the unpaid labor of student-athletes. During that time, how ofte...
The debate over Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation in college athletics has just taken a dramatic turn—straight into the Oval Office. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, President Donald J. Trump is considering issuing an executive order to regulate NIL payments to coll...
The financial landscape of college football is undergoing a seismic transformation. At the heart of this shift is the rapidly evolving Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) ecosystem—a marketplace that has turned amateur athletics into a high-stakes business. For elite programs, the cost of fielding a ...
On behalf of Saluja Law, we are closely following the ongoing legal battle that could forever reshape the economics of college athletics—and once again, the courts are stepping in to demand fairness for student-athletes. On April 17, 2025, U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken issued a landmark dec...
In a candid and forward-looking interview, former USC Trojan Reggie Bush made a powerful return to the national spotlight—not just as a legendary Heisman Trophy winner whose award was finally reinstated, but as a voice of clarity on the direction college sports must take in the era of Name, Image...
The second window of the college football transfer portal opened this week, and it didn't take long to set a record—more than 3,330 players have entered the portal ahead of the 2025 season. While some seek a better fit or more playing time, many are motivated by one thing: money. In today's land...
In 2022, the college sports world was turned upside down when a two-year NIL deal worth $400,000 per season stunned observers and reset expectations for athlete compensation. At the time, many couldn't believe that a college player—especially one with limited national fame—could command such a pa...
he college sports world is bracing for its biggest structural shakeup in history. The long-awaited House v. NCAA settlement — a $2.8 billion agreement — is nearing final approval and could take effect as soon as July 1. But what does it actually mean for student-athletes, schools, boosters, and f...
As the April 7 court hearing in the House vs. NCAA landmark settlement case approaches, schools across the Power Four, Group of Five, and "basketball-centric" conferences are working diligently to define what athlete contracts will look like when the new "grant of rights" structure takes effect i...
Saluja Law applauds New Balance for its bold and strategic expansion of its Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) roster. By signing five new high school stars, the brand reinforces its commitment to nurturing young talent and reshaping the athletic landscape. Here's a closer look at what this means fo...
In a recent episode of "The Big Podcast with Shaq," Memphis men's basketball coach Penny Hardaway advocated for the establishment of a governing body to oversee Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals. His comments were driven by concerns over the volatility in college sports, where lucrative offer...
In a groundbreaking move, sixteen former men's college basketball players, including notable names like Mario Chalmers, Sherron Collins, Ryan Boatright, and Jason Terry, have taken legal action against the NCAA and multiple conferences. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court in the Souther...
The introduction of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights has revolutionized college sports, providing student-athletes with unprecedented opportunities to capitalize on their personal brands. However, this seismic shift has not come without its challenges, particularly when coupled with the inc...
In the ever-evolving landscape of high school sports, recent developments in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights highlight the stark contrasts in approaches taken by different states. While some states embrace new opportunities for student-athletes to profit from their NIL, others remain stead...
The landscape of high school athletics is undergoing a significant transformation across the United States. With the US Supreme Court's landmark decision in Alston v. NCAA, there has been a strong push for athletes at all levels to gain more control and benefit from their name, image, and likenes...
High school and college athletics are changing. Not that long ago, athletes were barred from earning money or benefits from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). However, with the Colorado High School Activities Association recently permitting high school athletes to sign NIL deal...
In a significant legal battle that brings attention to the rights of former student-athletes, ten members of North Carolina State's legendary 1983 national champion basketball team have filed a lawsuit against the NCAA and the Collegiate Licensing Company. The suit, lodged in Wake County Superior...
At Saluja Law, we are excited to witness the transformative changes sweeping across high school athletics, empowering young athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). This wave of new rules, which has already revolutionized college sports, is now making significant strides at ...
The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) recently made headlines by approving a groundbreaking policy that allows student-athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). This decision, which was unanimously approved by the FHSAA Board of Directors, marks a significant s...
The Biden administration is gearing up to unveil a comprehensive border executive action, potentially as early as Tuesday. This move is part of a strategic effort to address one of the most contentious issues facing the President as he gears up for the 2024 election campaign: border security. The...
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