Ball is Law Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Chris D'Avanzo, John Martin
Podcast Overview
<p>From law school to the real world, two friends dive into the crossroads of sports and the law. Ball is Law covers everything from breaking sports stories to special guest interviews, and yes, we will even break down legal jargon into something you can actually understand. Let’s unpack this together!</p>
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Publishing Since
3/14/2023
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Recent Episodes
April 16, 2026
How High School Athletes & Parents Understand NIL w/ Dr. John DeWitt
<p>In this episode, we sit down with Dr. John DeWitt, a former professional football player, to break down how Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is impacting high school athletes and why understanding it early matters more than ever.</p><p>NIL is still new, especially at the high school level, and there’s a lot of confusion around what it actually looks like. This conversation clears that up. From common misconceptions to how even small opportunities can have long-term effects, this episode focuses on what athletes and parents need to know right now.</p><p>The role of parents is bigger than most realize. Early decisions can shape future opportunities, making it critical to approach NIL with the right mindset.</p><p>The goal is simple: help athletes and families understand NIL so they can properly utilize it and build something that lasts beyond sports.</p><p>Learn more here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://jdfootballtraining.com/nil">http://jdfootballtraining.com/nil </a></p>
April 2, 2026
How Athletes Build Their Brand with Connor Printz
<p>In this episode of Ball Is Law, we sit down with Connor Printz to break down his journey from college basketball player to building one of the most recognizable personal brands in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) space.</p><p>His story goes beyond highlights and stats. It is about understanding how to use your platform while you are still playing, not after it is over.</p><p>College and high school athletes are no longer just competing on the court. They are building brands in real time. The ones who understand that early create opportunities that extend far beyond their sport.</p><p>This conversation dives into what athletes should actually be doing to start their NIL journey. We also get into how he earned the nickname “NIL King,” what separated his approach from everyone else, and how he is now turning that momentum into his next chapter beyond basketball.</p><p>If you are an athlete trying to figure out where to start, this is the blueprint.</p>
February 26, 2026
The Financial Future of College Sports
<p>In this episode of Ball Is Law, we sit down with Greg Chick, founder of NILnomics, to discuss the rapidly changing financial landscape of college athletics in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era.</p><p>College sports are no longer shaped solely by competition, tradition, or rankings economics now plays a central role in how programs operate, how athletes are valued, and how the future of college athletics may ultimately be structured.</p><p>This conversation dives into the financial realities behind NIL, exploring where the money is coming from, how conferences and institutions are adapting, and what the next version of college sports could look like as outside investment and new business models emerge.</p>
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- What is Ball is Law Podcast?
<p>From law school to the real world, two friends dive into the crossroads of sports and the law. Ball is Law covers everything from breaking sports stories to special guest interviews, and yes, we will even break down legal jargon into something you can actually understand. Let’s unpack this together!</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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