Scott Boras: almost undoubtedly the greatest sports agent not only in the professional baseball industry but in the whole world. After making the Florida State League All-Star team in 1976, Boras’s short-lived playing career ended early due to knee injuries. He then earned his law degree and transitioned into a sports agent, and the rest […]
The Agent vs The Sports Manager
Though we all love sports, only a tiny minority are actually athletic enough to compete at the highest level. For the rest of us who still want to work in the sports industry, one rewarding and profitable career path is that which has been popularized by super agents, managers, and attorneys over the last few […]
Does an Agent Need a Masters Degree?
The world of sports is founded on competitiveness—brawling, defending, and winning. Things can get dirty on the field, but that’s something the athletes handle themselves. As a sports agent, you handle the dirt beyond the court. Leave the winning to your athletes because you have your own game to play. What Are My Responsibilities as […]
Sports Management Degrees 101
The popularity of the sports management profession is growing at a rapid pace, and this is reflected in the fact that more than 300 universities and colleges in the United States now offer undergraduate and/or graduate degrees related to sports management and business. As of 2104, the U.S. sports industry had an estimate total revenue […]
The Inside Scoop on Jay-Z’s New Agency
Founded in the Spring of 2013, Roc Nation Sports is a fledgling American sports management firm owned by Shawn Carter (aka Jay-Z). It is a branch of Roc Nation, Jay-Z’s full-service entertainment company. Immediately after announcing the formation of his new venture, Jay-Z also announced the signing of his first player – New York Yankees […]
How are Great Sports Managers Different?
By the very definition of the position, sports managers are leaders, and in order to effectively do their jobs, leaders must have a specific set of personality traits. There are some traits that can be nurtured and cultivated; however, others are innate. If you are considering entering the sports management profession, take a moment and […]
