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Join us for S3:EP15 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Ricky Volante, the CEO of the Historical Basketball League, sits down with our host Roy Kessel
This week we are graced by the presence of Ricky Volante CEO of the new formed leagued HBL (Historical Basketball League). We take a deep altruistic dive into the leagues evolution and how its presence is needed after the recent rulings that now allow college basketball students the right to profit off their marketability and likeness. Is there an appetite for such a league and can it maintain sustainability as it takes on the status quo of the NCAA, NBA and International Leagues head on.
Revisit the BEST segments from this week's slate of shows: -Is Colin Kaepernick serious about playing football? (00:03) -Who should be voted off Panthers’ island: Cam Newton or Ron Rivera? (09:57) -David West joins the show to talk about the Historical Basketball League, LeBron, Kawhi, and more. (15:39) -Are the full-strength Clippers better than the Lakers? (25:04)
- Do the Cowboys already regret paying Zeke? (00:32) - Do the Patriots want Antonio Brown back? (15:20) - David West joins the show to talk about the Historical Basketball League, LeBron, Kawhi, and more. (25:22) - Issue with Mike Tomlin's comments on the Mason Rudolph / Myles Garrett fight? (34:37) - Should the Bucs be interested in signing Colin Kaepernick? (40:18) - Is it a big deal that Baltimore’s ex-OC wanted to move Lamar Jackson to WR? (52:29) - Will Zeke have a big game against the Patriots? (59:53)
Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis discuss the U.S. national team’s win over Spain at the Women’s World Cup. Josh and Joel Anderson are then joined by David West to talk about the NBA draft and the Historical Basketball League. Finally, Josh and Joel assess the plan for the Tampa Bay Rays to play half the season in Montreal. Women’s World Cup (01:24): Stefan reports on his view from the stands in Reims, France. Plus: Did England go too far in denouncing Cameroon? David West (18:50): The NBA all-star on whether the draft should be abolished and how his college experience convinced him to try to establish a professional college basketball league. Tampa Bay / Montreal Rays (38:53): Could a two-city solution ever work in pro sports? Afterball (53:22): Joel on UConn football and Josh on Toby Kimball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis discuss the U.S. national team’s win over Spain at the Women’s World Cup. Josh and Joel Anderson are then joined by David West to talk about the NBA draft and the Historical Basketball League. Finally, Josh and Joel assess the plan for the Tampa Bay Rays to play half the season in Montreal. Women’s World Cup (01:24): Stefan reports on his view from the stands in Reims, France. Plus: Did England go too far in denouncing Cameroon? David West (18:50): The NBA all-star on whether the draft should be abolished and how his college experience convinced him to try to establish a professional college basketball league. Tampa Bay / Montreal Rays (38:53): Could a two-city solution ever work in pro sports? Afterball (53:22): Joel on UConn football and Josh on Toby Kimball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 2 of The Guys in the Cheap Seats with Dr. Charles Campisi is a special episode. This is a recording of a presentation by the COO of the Historical Basketball League David West. West is joined briefly by HBL CEO Ricky Volante. West, a two-time NBA Champion and All Star, played 15 seasons in the NBA after being drafted by the New Orleans Hornets with the 18th pick in the first round of the 2003 NBA Draft. During his NBA career, West was selected to two All Star games and averaged 13.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. West's collegiate career culminated with him being selected AP National Player of the Year, winning the Oscar Robertson Trophy, and being named Consensus First-Team All-American. In his new role with the HBL, West will oversee recruiting, scouting, player performance, and NBA relations. Volante is an Attorney at Buckley King and the Chief Executive Officer of the Historical Basketball League. With the HBL, Volante oversees the daily operations of the company, including structuring the corporation, hiring key personnel, recruiting universities, identifying and on-boarding investors, scouting talent and negotiating corporate agreements, while also navigating the waters of collegiate sports. You can subscribe to this podcast and rate us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and wherever you find excellent podcats. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
ABOUT THIS EPISODE In a report by Chris Smith (https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrissmith/2018/09/11/college-footballs-most-valuable-teams/#63d1287f6c64), Forbes lists Texas A&M University's football program as the most profitable in the 2014-2016 seasons. Its three-year average for revenue across those seasons was $148 million. Its three-year average for profit was $107 million. It was the leader of the pack, but far from alone. The 10th most profitable program (at the University of Florida) was listed at $67 million in profit. The 25th (Texas Tech's) was listed at $31 million in profit. Through broadcast licensing and other revenue streams, many NCAA programs generate immense revenue, particularly programs in the so-called Power Five conferences (the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, Pac-12, and SEC). Additionally, head coaches at many of these programs are highly paid, such as Alabama's Nick Saban, whose base salary for 2019 was reported to be $7.9 million (https://www.forbes.com/sites/kristidosh/2018/07/28/nick-saban-gets-another-pay-raise-from-alabama-and-the-numbers-show-he-deserves-it/#6fb35d3e5834). Given the amount of money generated in Power Five college football (and also NCAA Division I men's basketball), and the compensation afforded many coaches, some observers have called for greater financial compensation for the athletes. But others object. And these battles sometimes go to the courts, as in the recent Alston v. NCAA decision. I discuss these issues with Rick Karcher, an associate professor in the Eastern Michigan University School of Health Promotion & Human Performance. LINKS --Rick Karcher's Eastern Michigan University profile (https://www.emich.edu/chhs/hphp/spmg/faculty/rkarcher.php) --"Why the NCAA Lost Its Latest Landmark Case in the Battle Over What Schools Can Offer Athletes," by Michael McCann in Sports Illustrated (https://www.si.com/college-football/2019/03/08/ncaa-antitrust-lawsuit-claudia-wilken-alston-jenkins) --O'Bannon v. NCAA (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O%27Bannon_v._NCAA) --"The Battle Outside of the Courtroom: Principles of Amateurism vs. Principles of Supply and Demand," by Karcher (2013) (https://heinonline.org/HOL/Page?handle=hein.journals/missisp3&div=6&g_sent=1&casa_token=0HluffMAMwcAAAAA:njhgP1hijSp7O6P1QnXl3M016BjZ64ssl9e44yMzFZW1UpF1bowezh4mWqK8My3qH_G6_Q&collection=journals) --"The Coaching Carousel in Big-Time Intercollegiate Athletics: Economic Implications and Legal Considerations," by Karcher (2010) (https://heinonline.org/HOL/Page?handle=hein.journals/frdipm20&div=6&g_sent=1&casa_token=B-gS4pl1US8AAAAA:wpyE6Cuodlqpb7ZD--0P5cLd-rmG8FM-3xbTVVvDboKnxJc-guinVgMoMQTC4ybaeBGEYg&collection=journals) --"The Influence of Race on Attitudes About College Athletics," by Druckman, Howat, and Rodheim (2016) (http://faculty.wcas.northwestern.edu/~jnd260/pub/The%20Influence%20of%20Race%20on%20Attitudes%20about%20College%20Athletics.pdf) --Wikipedia entry on adhesion contracts (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standard_form_contract#Contracts_of_adhesion) --The Historical Basketball League (https://www.hbleague.com/) Special Guest: Richard Karcher.
Larry and Howard discuss before, during and after life as a NBA Player and 2x Championship winner with former NBA player, David West. We also discuss the NCAA and his new venture, the HBL, Historical Basketball League.
Ryan Magdziarz and Zak Noble sat down with two time All-Star and two time NBA champion David West to discuss his entire career (1:00), and his current work for the Historical Basketball League (36:39). Next, we are joined by the co-founder of the HBL Ricky Volante (47:29) to answer some questions about this new league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week we speak to economist Andy Schwarz about his Deadspin article “The NCAA Is Gaslighting You.” Schwarz’s piece looks at case in Oakland as well as the ongoing FBI case. We also talk about the Historical Basketball League, a potential college athletic alternative to the NCAA. We also have ‘Choice Words’ about how sports could look in a different, more just world. We also have ‘Just Stand Up’ and Just Sit Down’ awards to a high school football team in Maryland and Charles Johnson, principal owner of the San Francisco Giants, brand-new Kaepernick Watch, and more! Jordan McNair, a ‘Just Stand Up’ award to John Carlos and Tommie Smith on the 50th anniversary of their legendary Olympic protest as well as a ‘Just Sit Down’ award to broadcaster Brent Musberger. We also got Kaepernick Watch, and a brand new segment we are starting on the podcast! Andy Schwarz Twitter: @andyhre https://deadspin.com/the-ncaa-is-gaslighting-you-1829716653 https://hbleague.com/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Ante Up - M.O.P. | Message In A Bottle - The Police | Sugar Hill - AZ | Get By - Talib Kweli | Quiet Storm - Mobb Deep | No Drop - Timbaland | I Wanna Get High - Cypress Hill | Mic Checka (Remix) - Das EFX | The Wire Theme
In this episode, Peter speaks with Tammi Gaw, an attorney, athletic trainer and advocate and the founder and executive director of Advantage Rule, LLC. Peter speaks with Tammi about her unique career path and then they discuss the approach of the Historical Basketball League (HBL) to healthcare of its college athletes. They discuss how the HBL views athletes as employees (in contrast to the NCAA’s approach) and thus will provide worker’s compensation to athletes to cover ongoing physical issues as a result of playing in the league. You can follow Tammi on twitter here.∼ Continue Reading ∼
We talk about the Historical Basketball League and its implications for HBCU sports, and the curious case of Ishmale Powell. HBCUGameday.com Founder Steven Gaither is our special guest.
Locked On Warriors – Daily Podcast On The Golden State Warriors
The Warriors welcome back Stephen Curry (ankle) tonight against the Atlanta Hawks. Steph said his ankle is not 100%, and would not be until after June. But as he knows, it's time to lock in and make that push to the playoffs. Klay Thompson (thumb) may be returning Sunday against the Jazz, along with Draymond Green (pelvis). Kevin Durant (rib) is out for at least another week. Omri Casspi (ankle) is on the IR as well. Down the Reddit Hole, today stays focused on the Warriors subreddit. It's Quinn Cook's birthday! Steve Kerr will certainly give hime some playing time on that account, and the fact that he's been very good of late. There's a poll on r/warriors asking whether or not Cook should be added to the playoff roster, and if so, who would GSW drop? Elsewhere, Klay landed the latest cover of SLAM Magazine. and Steph is playing in low tops for the first time. The third segment is a continuation of the conversation about the Historical Basketball League and the NCAA's adherence to the amateurism model. Aliko offers his thoughts on the subject, as well as those of Andy Schwarz, the founder of the HBL, whose analysis forms the backbone of Aliko's upcoming piece on the subject at Forbes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Locked On Warriors – Daily Podcast On The Golden State Warriors
The Warriors welcome back Stephen Curry (ankle) tonight against the Atlanta Hawks. Steph said his ankle is not 100%, and would not be until after June. But as he knows, it's time to lock in and make that push to the playoffs. Klay Thompson (thumb) may be returning Sunday against the Jazz, along with Draymond Green (pelvis). Kevin Durant (rib) is out for at least another week. Omri Casspi (ankle) is on the IR as well.Down the Reddit Hole, today stays focused on the Warriors subreddit. It's Quinn Cook's birthday! Steve Kerr will certainly give hime some playing time on that account, and the fact that he's been very good of late. There's a poll on r/warriors asking whether or not Cook should be added to the playoff roster, and if so, who would GSW drop? Elsewhere, Klay landed the latest cover of SLAM Magazine. and Steph is playing in low tops for the first time.The third segment is a continuation of the conversation about the Historical Basketball League and the NCAA's adherence to the amateurism model. Aliko offers his thoughts on the subject, as well as those of Andy Schwarz, the founder of the HBL, whose analysis forms the backbone of Aliko's upcoming piece on the subject at Forbes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Locked On Warriors – Daily Podcast On The Golden State Warriors
The Warriors expect Stephen Curry to return on Friday, followed by Klay Thompson on Sunday. Kevin Durant will be re-evaluated next week, while Draymond Green is day-to-day with a pelvic contusion. GSW will host the Atlanta Hawks Friday, and it doesn't get easier from there, with the Jazz continuing the Warriors homestand on Sunday. A few beatdowns of good teams would do the Dubs some good heading into the playoffs—particularly with the Rockets playing so well.The second and third segments are an interview with the CEO and CMO of the Historical Basketball League, Ricky Volante and Ralph Greene. The HBL has been founded in conjunction with historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), and expects to tip off in either 2019 or 2020. The summer league will provide players with a paycheck as well as endorsement opportunities in addition to 5-year scholarships.The wide-ranging conversation covers the falsehoods behind the amateurism model, why the HBL opted to partner with HBCUs, and just how it's all going to work. Further on, Ricky and Ralph go into detail about how it's unlikely the NCAA will be able to successfully retaliate against the HBL, and how current and former Warriors can get involved with the league as mentors and advisors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Locked On Warriors – Daily Podcast On The Golden State Warriors
The Warriors expect Stephen Curry to return on Friday, followed by Klay Thompson on Sunday. Kevin Durant will be re-evaluated next week, while Draymond Green is day-to-day with a pelvic contusion. GSW will host the Atlanta Hawks Friday, and it doesn't get easier from there, with the Jazz continuing the Warriors homestand on Sunday. A few beatdowns of good teams would do the Dubs some good heading into the playoffs—particularly with the Rockets playing so well. The second and third segments are an interview with the CEO and CMO of the Historical Basketball League, Ricky Volante and Ralph Greene. The HBL has been founded in conjunction with historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), and expects to tip off in either 2019 or 2020. The summer league will provide players with a paycheck as well as endorsement opportunities in addition to 5-year scholarships. The wide-ranging conversation covers the falsehoods behind the amateurism model, why the HBL opted to partner with HBCUs, and just how it's all going to work. Further on, Ricky and Ralph go into detail about how it's unlikely the NCAA will be able to successfully retaliate against the HBL, and how current and former Warriors can get involved with the league as mentors and advisors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Peter speaks with Ricky Volante, one of the co-founders of the Historical Basketball League, along with Andy Schwarz and Bijan Bayne. They discuss the background of the basketball league, its current status and future plans to work with HBCUs to set up a league where players can be paid, outside of the NCAA varsity basketball system.∼ Continue Reading ∼