Front Office Sports: House v. NCAA Settlement Creates Potential Crisis for International Athletes

In a recent article published in Front Office Sports, Partner Aaron Blumberg discusses the potential immigration risks facing international NCAA athletes if the House v. NCAA settlement is approved.

The settlement introduces a revenue-sharing system between Division I schools and athletes for the first time in college sports history. However, international athletes on student visas could potentially violate US immigration laws by accepting these payments, which may lead to visa issues or deportation. In response, Aaron suggests that payment deals could be classified as "passive" income, like licensing deals, to avoid violating visa rules. He stresses the importance of risk assessment when considering these options, given the increased scrutiny from immigration authorities.

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