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Oliver Canning
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University of Michigan alum / J.D. Candidate at University of Miami School of Law / Contributing Student Writer for Conduct Detrimental (https://odc217.wixsite.com/sideline-statutes)

Posts and opinions are my own.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ol
Too hot to handle?

@FIFPRO warns midday kick-offs at the Club World Cup risk player safety. What happens when heat, delays & TV demands collide—and could FIFA face legal heat?

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#WorldCup #SportsLaw #PlayerWelfare #ClubWorldCup #FIFACWC #FIFA
Too Hot to Handle? FIFA’s Club World Cup Heat Crisis and the Challenge Ahead for 2026
Many viewed this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup as a soft launch, a “test run” for next year’s expanded FIFA Men’s World Cup across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Yet if anything, it has become ...
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July 3, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Team doctors once just treated injuries. Now, every diagnosis can carry a price tag — and a lawsuit.

How NIL, revenue sharing, and multimillion-dollar verdicts are reshaping sports medicine in college athletics: odc217.wixsite.com/sideline-sta...
The New Reality for Team Doctors in the NIL Era: Liability, Pressure, and a Shifting Relationship
In 2023, a jury sent shockwaves through the world of sports medicine when it awarded former Philadelphia Eagles player Chris Maragos $43.5 million in damages for lost future earnings and pain and suff...
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June 30, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Ace Bailey’s camp took a $10M gamble to steer him to the East Coast in the 6–9 range—no workouts, no meetings.

He still went #5.

The strategy didn’t fully pan out, but agents & fans will be watching what it means for the future of player representation.

www.conductdetrimental.com/post/bailey-...
Bailey’s Bold Gamble: A New Blueprint for NBA Agent Power Plays?
In the months leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft, Ace Bailey was projected as the consensus No. 3 overall pick. A high-flying, shot-making wing with tantalizing upside, Bailey stood just behind his Rutg...
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June 29, 2025 at 2:03 PM
New for Conduct Detrimental:

With FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup looming, stars are caught in a tug-of-war as burnout, loyalty, and $$$ collide.

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#sportslaw #FIFA #ClubWorldCup #playerwelfare #USMNT
Caught in the Crossfire: Club World Cup, National Team Loyalty, and the Fatigue Crisis Facing Soccer's Elite
With next summer’s 2025 FIFA Club World Cup set to kick off in the United States, the tournament is already drawing more than just commercial buzz and global intrigue—it’s setting off alarm bells amon...
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June 7, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Vlad Jr.’s $500M deal isn’t just massive—it’s strategic. A $325M signing bonus? It’s a masterclass in tax planning and labor risk management. Could this reshape contracts in MLB and college sports?

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#SportsLaw #NIL #MLB #VladJr #AthletePay
Victorious Vladdy: Could Guerrero Jr.’s Historic Contract Reshape Sports Deal Structures?
A superstar slugger playing in Canada may have just rewritten the playbook on athlete compensation. Last week, Vladimir Gurrero Jr., the 26-year-old Toronto Blue Jays first baseman, agreed to a massiv...
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April 14, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Alphonso Davies' ACL tear. Charlie McAvoy’s mishandled injury. Club vs. country tensions are boiling over as international fixtures expand. Who's protecting the players?

I break it all down in my latest for Conduct Detrimental:
www.conductdetrimental.com/post/nationa...

#SportsLaw #FIFA #NHL
National Team Nightmare: Protecting Players in an Age of Increasing International Fixtures
The sight of fans collapsing in tears of joy after their team secures the World Cup. The stories of Olympic medals catapulting once-unknown athletes into national icons. For many athletes, representin...
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April 6, 2025 at 11:34 PM
New article out now! 🏀 NIL, $1.38B in March Madness earnings, & the end of amateurism in college sports. The Big Dance is now pay-to-play.

Read more: www.conductdetrimental.com/post/maddeni...

#NIL #MarchMadness #CBB #NCAA #SportsLaw
Maddening March: Amid Record Big Dance Financials and NIL Rollbacks, Amateurism Sings Its Last Song
It’s no secret that March is the most lucrative time of the year for the NCAA, which reported just over $1.38 billion in earnings for the 2024 fiscal year. The majority of that income can be traced ba...
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March 24, 2025 at 1:28 AM
The “Johnson v. NCAA” ruling may have fundamentally shifted college sports. The “Johnson” decision gives courts a new four-factor “economic realities” test to assess if student-athletes are employees—a potential game-changer for athlete rights.

My article: tinyurl.com/cdjohnson1

#SportsLaw #NCAA
Counting Factors, Not Fumbles: Why the Johnson “Economic Realities” Test Will Become the New Benchmark for Assessing Student-Athlete Employment Protection Claims
In Johnson v. NCAA, the Third Circuit allowed student-athletes to bring claims for relief under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), creating a baseline test for employee status in college athletics.[...
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March 3, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Mike Vrabel’s hiring as #Patriots head coach sparks celebration—but also questions about the Rooney Rule. Is it time for the NFL to rethink its approach to diversity in coaching?

My article: odc217.wixsite.com/sideline-sta...

#SportsLaw #NFL
Patriots Coaching Search and Hire Spark Latest Rooney Rule Controversy
Fans celebrated as the Patriots cut ties with former player-turned-head coach Jerod Mayo and hired another ex-New England defender, Mike Vrabel, to take his place at the helm of the franchise. While m...
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January 16, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Jimmy Butler's trade saga has ignited a $2.4M grievance battle between the NBPA & Heat.

Is Miami abusing "conduct detrimental,” or are trade demands tipping the scales too far away from teams?

My latest for @ConDetrimental: www.conductdetrimental.com/post/heat-ch...

#NBA #SportsLaw #MiamiHeat
Heat Check: Butler’s Trade Drama Sparks Legal Showdown, Highlights Potential Flaws in NBA Grievance Process
As the NBA’s February 6 trade deadline approaches, the Heat’s Jimmy Butler declared in a postgame press conference that he was unhappy in Miami, loudly announcing himself as one of the top trade targe...
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January 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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December 19, 2024 at 2:05 AM
James Harden is on fire on the court, but his restaurant is in hot water off it. A tragic accident has sparked a Dram Shop lawsuit against the Beard's restaurant, fueling discourse about liability and responsibility in the industry. #SportsLaw #NBA

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James Harden's Restaurant in Legal Spotlight After Fatal Car Accident
Lately, James Harden has been on fire, scoring 41 points (including 7 three-pointers) on Monday against the Jazz. However, the Beard's offensive game may not be the only thing heating up in the world ...
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December 18, 2024 at 5:26 AM
Kyrie Irving is making headlines off the court again—this time with a $390K lawsuit over unpaid bills for a family retreat. From "intuitive life readings" to a tragic incident, the case is anything but ordinary.

Full story here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-c...

#NBA #SportsLaw
From Courtside to Courtroom? Kyrie Irving’s $390K Legal Showdown
Renowned for his dazzling on-court skills and controversial off-court headlines, Kyrie Irving is once again in the spotlight—this time for reasons that could land him in a different kind of court. Eli...
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December 6, 2024 at 3:41 AM
Chaos erupted at "The Game" as police used pepper spray to break up post-game tensions between Michigan and Ohio State fans.

Was the response justified, or did it cross the line?

Check out my latest article for more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/pepper...

#OhioState #SportsLaw #Michigan
Pepper Spray and Pandemonium: A Shocking End to “The Game”
As the final whistle blew on the 120th rendition of “The Game,” Michigan players jubilantly celebrated their fourth straight victory over Ohio State as the fans in Columbus looked on in dismay. Howeve...
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December 1, 2024 at 2:35 AM
The nation's top recruit just flipped from LSU to Michigan, thanks to a $12M NIL play by Larry Ellison—which may be about more than just football. So, what’s behind Bryce Underwood’s decision?

Full story: www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-b...

#NIL #Michigan #LSU #BigTen #CFB #CollegeFootball
From Bayou to Big House: Bryce Underwood's Stunning Flip and the Future of NIL in College Football
Last week, Bryce Underwood, a 5-star quarterback and the nation’s top high school recruit, sent shockwaves through college football when he decided to change his commitment from LSU (where he committe...
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November 27, 2024 at 2:36 PM
The NBA is investigating the Knicks' promotion of Rick Brunson, raising questions about fairness, family ties, and league tensions. Could this lead to historic consequences?

Learn more in my newest article: linkedin.com/pulse/family...

#NBA #Knicks #SportsLaw #JalenBrunson #CBA
Family Ties or Unfair Play? The NBA Investigates the Brunson Connection While Knicks Cry Foul
What looked like a show of good faith at first blush may not be so, according to a new report from SNY. The NBA has allegedly launched a new probe into the New York Knicks’ promotion of Rick Brunson, ...
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November 22, 2024 at 2:09 PM
Draymond Green: Defensive anchor, outspoken leader, and polarizing figure. But what happens when his actions off the court overshadow his value on it?

My latest article dives into the legal and contractual implications of his recent controversies. Check it out below! ⬇️ #NBA
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November 20, 2024 at 7:50 PM
Hi all, I wanted to introduce myself! I'm Oliver, a second-year law student at the University of Miami studying sports law! Outside of school, I write for Conduct Detrimental, a leading sports law website! Looking forward to connecting with you all and having some great discussions on here!
November 15, 2024 at 3:23 PM