Born to Be A Sports Agent

  This is Courtside Counsel Law Firm and thank you for tuning in. We are joined here today with Jill McBride Baxter, and McGeorge School of Law Students, Jade Smith, Makyla DaPonte, Gara Miner, and Mayra Vega. Today we will discuss F1, P1, and O1 visas. F1 visas apply to international high school and college athletes, P1 visas apply to international recognized athletes or teams including but not l...

Jill and Cory Rockhold, discuss with John Baxter, a calf roper and college football coach the need for sports agents in rodeo a world where contracts hold the only guaranteed money, exposure is scarce, and the cowboy is always last to get paid. Go to Jill's Jill's Website to set up a meeting for representation. If you liked this episode please share and subscribe to my Podcast Born to Be a Sports...

In this episode,  Briant Mjia Rodelo, and Inderjit Pandher students enrolled in Jill's Sports Law class at the McGeorge School of Law, had the unique experience of interviewing Coach John Baxter about his experiences dealing with professional sports agents, the recruiting process in sports, and what it means to represent an athlete. The interview discusses how the recruiting process is carried out...

When your child is pursuing college or professional athletics, one of the biggest questions parents face is: Do they need an agent—and if so, when? In this episode, I break down the realities behind that decision from both a legal and practical perspective. We'll cover the differences between an agent and sports attorney, when it makes sense to bring in an agent/attorney, and the risks of getting...

Beau Elite is a Sports Law firm in Sacramento California guided by Bryan Pritchard, Solina Sanchez and Gary Alvarez analyze the Pavia Case.  Currently, the Diego Pavia v. NCAA case is at the forefront of Sports Law headlines as it calls into question whether an athlete's time at a Junior College should apply when transferring to the University Level. Beau Sports Law analyzes three different perspe...

n this episode, I sit down with Fresno State safety Camryn Bracha, one of the most inspiring underdog stories heading into the 2026 NFL Draft.   Camryn takes us through his journey from junior college to walking on at Fresno State, and what it really takes to earn your place at the Division I level. With no guarantees and everything to prove, he shares how mindset, resilience, and relentless work...

Marlon Moore was an undrafted free agent who made the 53 man Roster and Played for 8 years in the NFL. This scenario is rare in the NFL. He talks about his journey from college, NFL, losing his dad, and now coaching. Marlon tells you what he wishes he would have told his 22 self during the interveiw. My McGeorge School of Law Sports law in Practice students Jessica Padilla, Karen Crawford, Elisa F...

Collegiate Consultants sits down to interview John Baxter, Special Teams Coach at Fresno State, to talk about the NFL Draft and how teams actually approach the drafting process. Coach Baxter explains his philosophy that his job isn't to create pro players, but to win college games, and how that mindset better develops his teams. He also shares his love for coaching and reflects on the most talente...

In this episode, students from the Sports Law Seminar at McGeorge School of Law organized a significant opportunity to discuss the current landscape of NFLPA Agents, Player Agents, and the possible roles of Attorneys in the NFL landscape with NFLPA Legend and Salary Cap Guru Mark Levin. Mark Levin discusses decades of experience ranging from leading the Salary Cap Department of the NFLPA to in hou...

This week Three of my McGeorge Students interviewed two Major League Baseball players. Tyler Soderstrom is the left fielder for the A's and was just extended for 7 Years. Cole Carrigg played at San Diego State and was drafted in 2023 in the second round by the Colorado Rockies. They discuss navigating their careers from high school to college to the pros, and role their agents played along the way...

In this episode of Born to Be a Sports Agent , Jill—joined by McGeorge School of Law students Ekpreet Virk, Kylie Miller, Lema Abdallah, and Elynnor Trail—sits down with Wesley Brown, a long snapper from Fresno State and a 2026 NFL Draft prospect. Wesley, a member of the 2025 Patrick Mannelly Award Watch List and the Academic All–Mountain West Team, shares his insight into becoming a collegiate lo...

In this episode of Born to Be a Sports Agent, former NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith joins Jill McBride Baxter to discuss his book Turf Wars and the battles that have shaped the NFL. From the fight for guaranteed contracts to exposing collusion by owners, Smith shares insider stories about the power struggles between players and management. He also reflects on the integration of Black pla...

In this episode of Born to Be a Sports Agent, Jill McBride Baxter talks with DeMaurice Smith, former Executive Director of the NFLPA, about the emotional toll of leading the players' union, what it meant to be seen as an outsider when first elected, and the ongoing debate over whether the NFL Combine truly serves players' best interests. A candid look at leadership, resilience, and the business of...

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with former NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith to discuss his new book Turf Wars . We dive into his firsthand experiences negotiating with NFL owners, the battles that shaped player rights, and the high-stakes conflicts that changed the game both on and off the field. De shares behind-the-scenes stories, legal insights, and leadership lessons from hi...

In this epidsode of Born to Be a Sports Agent, Jill McBride Baxter sits down with Erin Blecha-Ward, founder of Evolved Experience Solutions, Inc. to discuss how athletic programs and teams can increase revenue by enhancing the fan experience. From game-day atmosphere to long-term fan engagement, Erin shares proven strategies to turn every interaction into a lasting connection-and stronger bottom l...

In this episode, we explore the shifting landscape of college athletics in the wake of the  House v. NCAA settlement. From the origins of amateurism to the legal battles that have redefined student-athlete rights, we unpack how and why the traditional model is being challenged — and what might come next. Hosted by Jill Baxter, with insights from law students Lynne Tran, Kristen Root, and Emma Veiz...

College sports are entering a new era. In this episode, we, Jill Baxter, Flavio Rivas and Saphalta Shrestha, dive into how revenue sharing (or lack of it) will impact smaller athletic programs, what athlete pay might look like — including what happens when players lose their spot — and whether college athletics is heading toward full-blown professionalization. With House v. NCAA reshaping the land...

Join McGeorge Law School students Ricky Moreno and Seth Totten for a 'Backstop Briefing' hosted by the Born to be a Sports Agent podcast. In this episode we break down the formation, function, and friction behind the newly formed College Sports Commission (CSC) — the powerhouse regulator reshaping college athletics following the House settlement. From NIL deal approvals to the fine line between fa...

In this episode, two of my McGeorge School of Law students, Joy Hernandez and Katie Arosteguy, break down the landmark  House v. NCAA settlement in easy terms for parents of current and future college athletes. You'll Learn what the case is about, what it means for scholarships, and how it could affect your child's college sports experience. Whether you're new to NCAA policies or just want to unde...

In this episode, I sit down with Tim Collins, Athletics Director at Eastern Washington University, to discuss the rapidly shifting lanscape of College Athletics. We dive into three pressing questions facing college sports today: How is the transfer portal impacting student-athletes academically? Will Eastern Washington opt in to the House v NCAA settlement-and what are the implications? How can EW...

From the rise of NIL and the transfer portal to shifiting expectations for Athletics Directors, Amber Burdge shares what it takes to lead a D1 program in a rapidly changing landscape. Listen to how she's balancing tradition and transformation at New Mexico State.  Go to my home page to  https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com.  to set up a meeting or get on Jill's email list.  Buy Jill's book httsp://ww...

JILL'S TAKE ON WHETHER JUDGE WILKENS WILL CONFIRM THE HOUSE CASE.  JILL'S LEGAL ANALYSIS ON THE CONCEPT OF VOLUNTARILY GRANDFATHERING IN STUDENT ATHLETES WHO WERE CUT FOR ROSTER SPOT LIMITS.  Go to my home page to https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com.  to set up a meeting or get on my email list.  Buy Jill's book httsp://www.borntobeasportsagent.com or Amazon.  https://linktr.ee/jillmcbridebaxter   G...

In this episode, we dive into the legal reasoning behind Judge Wilken's decision to deny the NCAA settlement, highlighting why she insists on guaranteeing roster spots for athletes. We break down the key legal arguments, the potential impact on athletes and coaches, and the broader implications for college sports.   You'll learn: • The legal precedents that influenced Judge Wilken's ruling. • Why...

In this episode, I break down three key reasons why Judge Wilkens declined to confirm the House v NCAA settlement during the April 7 hearing: 1) Future Athlete Impact- Judge Wilkens expressed concern that the settlement could unfairly affect future student-athletes who weren't part of the case and had no opportunity to object, potentially settling a troubling legal precedent. She asked the attorne...

This week, I'm joined by four law students from my  Sports Law in Practice  course at McGeorge School of Law. I challenged my students to research the  House v. NCAA  settlement and explore innovative ways to implement its key provisions. In this episode, Jennifer Refe, Zachary Dunkhase, Monica Azmi, Mahima Karia share their insights on The Fair Market Value of Athletes in the Name Image and Liken...