Today, Explained The right to sell out
Oct 24, 2019
In this engaging discussion, Matt Brown, author and expert on college athlete compensation, dives into California's groundbreaking Fair Pay-to-Play Act. He elaborates on how this law allows college athletes to profit from their likeness, challenging the NCAA's longstanding rules. Brown highlights the financial hardships these athletes endure and shares poignant stories, including a former athlete's experience with exploitation in video games. The conversation also touches on the potential ripple effect this legislation could have across the country.
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LeBron James' Financial Freedom
- LeBron James makes substantial money from endorsements, not just his Lakers salary.
- This financial freedom enabled him to skip college, unlike athletes bound by NCAA rules.
Fair Pay to Play Act
- California's Fair Pay to Play Act lets college athletes profit from endorsements.
- Other states are following suit to avoid recruiting disadvantages.
NCAA's Opposition
- The NCAA opposes the Fair Pay to Play Act, calling it harmful and unconstitutional.
- They fear a shift in power dynamics and a commercialization of college sports.