Born to Be A Sports Agent – Details, episodes & analysis

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 it wrong. I'll also explain how NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) has changed the landscape, what role agents can legally play for student-athletes today, and how parents can protect their child. 

Whether your athlete is just starting to get recruited or already competing at a high level, this episode gives you a clear, straightforward framework to make informed decisions—with your child's future in mind.

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 perspectives in the ongoing Pavia case and the repercussions they would create for Junior college football athletes. The arguments are as follows:

1. Diego Pavia: The JUCO rule violates the Sherman Anti-Trust Act by restraining competition among athletes and schools. The JUCO rule should not apply because it is in the student's best interest to maintain the status quo for eligibility as it allows players to maintain longevity in their athletic career. Not allowing the JUCO years to apply would adversely affect low income or first-generation students to transition into the NFL, which secures benefits like NIL revenue at the professional level. More time allows student athletes to train longer and gain an advantage when transferring into the university level, securing victories for their team, school and for the possibility of a professional career later down the line. 
2. School:  The eligibility rule restricts economic opportunity in the college athletics marketplace by limiting student athletes' ability to participate and earn NIL money. College sports are currently a real economic market because of athlete's early exposure along with Name, Image and Likeness opportunities. To not count JUCO years falls squarely within the principles of the Sherman Act which protects fair trade by regulating unfair and unreasonable business practices. As it stands currently, the JUCO rule is overly broad and does not serve a clear competitive purpose.
3. NCAA: Eligibility limits are necessary to keep college sports fair and balanced, not to control the labor market. Eligibility caps prevent older players from dominating college rosters and creating an unfair advantage over younger athletes. JUCO seasons still provide a real competitive experience for student athletes allowing room for their physical and professional development. The Sherman Act isn't a business restriction; it is a rule that regulates how the sport functions at the collegiate level.

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 his years at the forefront of labor relations in professional football. Whether you're a coach, agent,athlete, or simply a fan of the game, this episode pulls back the curtain on the real power struggles in the NFL. Buy De book at www.turfwarsbook.com

Call Jill to set up a meeting if you need representation. https://calendly.com/jillbaxter/one-on-one-meeting

Visit Jill's Website Jill's Website

Subscribe to Jill's Podcast

I'm resharing an episode that originally aired on Ed Bowers' Sports Career Podcast. We discussed the variety of clients I've represented and why agents need to have a 'value system' before representing elite athletes.

Interested in becoming an agent? Sign up for my Sports Agent Academy: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/sports-agent-academy

Find Ed's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sports-career-podcast-with-ed-bowers/id1112748277

This week, Grace DeWitt, founder of Douglas Digital - Modern Sports Marketing, joins me to discuss best practices for Clubhouse. If you don't know anything about the app, we explain what it is and how you can use it strategically to network and grow your personal brand.

Find me on Clubhouse @jillmbaxter or Grace @just_DeWitt13

Schedule a one-on-one call with me: http://calendly.com/jillbaxter/one-on-one-meeting

Learn more about my Coach's Career Development Program: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/coaches-program

Coaches Archie McDaniel (Texas State), Van Malone (KSU), and Tremaine Jackson (Colorado Mesa) introduce the MCAA and share how they are supporting coaches in their pursuit of leadership roles in athletics.

Watch my webinar, Three Contract Tips for Coaches: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/coaches-contract-webinar

Schedule a one-on-one call with me: http://calendly.com/jillbaxter/one-on-one-meeting

Learn more about my Coach's Career Development Program: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/coaches-program

Our guests' contact info:

Archie McDaniel

This week, SJSU's Brent Brennan joins me for a conversation about his path to becoming a head coach, SJSU's success & how he rebuilt the program, and what young coaches should do to advance in this profession.

Watch my webinar, Three Contract Tips for Coaches: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/coaches-contract-webinar

Schedule a one-on-one call with me: http://calendly.com/jillbaxter/one-on-one-meeting

Learn more about my Coach's Career Development Program and sign up: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/coaches-program

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/resfyynPY0Y

This week, I give three major contract tips to help you protect your job and salary, especially during the pandemic. A few things I covered: contract clauses, tricky wording, and why having a sports agent is important to protect your career.

Did you miss my webinar during the AFCA Convention? Hear the audio during this week's episode. After listening, schedule a one-on-one call with me to discuss your unique situation: http://calendly.com/jillbaxter/one-on-one-meeting

Learn more about my Coach's Career Development Program and sign up: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/coaches-program

I'm joined by Wilson Alexander, LSU football beat reporter for The Advocate and The Times-Picayune. We talk about LSU's hirings and firings, Title IX issues, and SEC football in a pandemic.

Read his article about the relationship between Kiffin and Orgeron: https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/article_a50313ee-40dc-11eb-a918-1bd831187b29.html

Sign up for my upcoming webinars for coaches: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/pl/248325

Contact me at 559-250-0151 or jillbaxter@me.com

My father, former Utah and Weber State Head Coach Ron McBride, chimes in on the tension at Utah State, where the players refused to play their final game of the season after comments were allegedly made regarding former interim Head Coach Frank Maile's culture and religion.

Have a coaching situation of your own you want to discuss? Book a free consultation with me: https://calendly.com/jillbaxter/one-on-one-meeting