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This is HUGE news! As much as I believe that the move to professionalization is needed to move the sport forward, the lack of clubs within certain areas/regions is concerning. As someone who is involved in netball in Scotland, I fear this could have huge implications. Not only at an elite level, but particularly at grassroots, through player pathways, and for umpires and coaches. I am excited to see what the new era of netball brings, however I do hope there are plans in the near future to ensure that the Super League is accessible for and representative of the whole of the UK (including Scotland, NI, the South West, etc). #NetballSuperLeague #SportDevelopment

🎞️ Thackray Williams X GB10 Sports Learn more about the work of Thackray Williams LLP and the story behind their new partnership with GB10 Sports. #GB10Sports

Who is The Premier League's fastest player? Who covers the most distance? And which player has walked the furthest? In this detailed breakdown by BBC Sport and Opta Sports, we dive into the numbers and performances from the 2024-25 Premier League season so far. From top speeds to distance covered, find out who’s leading the way on the pitch this year. But before we reveal all the details, why not take a guess? Which players do you expect to see topping the charts? #premierleague #bbc #footballanalytics #footballanalysis https://lnkd.in/d62Uqsmm

🎙 ⚾ In our most recent episode we asked Bob Costas what he thinks commissioners can do to help better regulate sports betting within their respective leagues.  #MLB #NBA #bets #sports 📺 Watch the full episode on our Youtube here: https://lnkd.in/eY5v_J5d

We're delighted to launch an official partnership with the Hampshire Girls Youth Football League, further cementing our commitment to the development of women’s and girls’ football. This collaboration will create more opportunities for young players in the region to develop their skills and strengthen their love for the game. The partnership will see us working closely with Hampshire Girls Youth Football League to provide support, resources, and unique experiences for its teams, coaches, and players. From exclusive coaching workshops to player appearances and matchday experiences, to foster a stronger connection between grassroots football and the professional women’s game. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eUzQfx4u

August is the time that University #clearing campaigns collide with the #football #transferwindow. The team UCFB has been unbelievable in their efforts - some of the best campaigning I've seen in #HigherEducation (check out their channels). The alignment means a trip to #Salford to work with the BBC Sport team, to unpick what has been a complex transfer window so far. Of course influenced by; ⚽ Regulation ⚽ Concern over what happened last season for Everton Football Club & Nottingham Forest. ⚽ Reduced cash flow, and ⚽ A lack of true value. For once we are now seeing clubs balance their books. Selling before buying and, for some clubs, finally #negotiating properly. More on the 'Art of Negotiation' with VSI Executive Education in #September. The key timestamp is 5m and 25seconds (if you want to avoid my bit). https://lnkd.in/enJY7Ezk

A few quick takeaways following Friday's filing of the long-form settlement agreement in the House case.

🇫🇷 Despite the challenges faced by the Ligue 1 in recent years, especially when it comes to the market for sports media rights, French clubs should rely on one of their traditional strengths. That being their capacity to develop young talent. 💰 While a model based on consistently selling the best talent is not sustainable, it offers a foundation upon which the league can build a more robust financial strategy. Since the summer transfer window of 2018/19, Ligue 1 has distinguished itself among the “Big Five” European leagues by maintaining a positive net transfer balance. With a net surplus of €218.8 million stands well ahead the Bundesliga (net negative balance of €83.7 million), La Liga (€-539.9 million), Serie A (€-1.1 billion) and the Premier League (€-8.1 billion). ⏳ During this transitory period, the league may also attract new investment. The devaluation of clubs and the availability of talent presents attractive opportunities for long-term financial gains. 🗞️ If you want to read more about the challenges of Ligue 1, check out our article: https://lnkd.in/dZmQsyBR #footballfinance #football #ligue1

In light of the recent news surrounding a new Welsh League Cup competition, my Howard Kennedy LLP colleague Joel Leigh and I have explored the proposal in the article below, which aims to create a direct pathway to European football for participating clubs. The initiative is currently under review, with legal and regulatory considerations being carefully examined to ensure compliance with both national and international football governing bodies. #WelshFootball #WelshCupProposal #EuropeanFootball #FootballRegulations #SportsLaw #Regulation #Football #FootballAssociation #PremierLeague #Sponsorship #Broadcasting #Advertising #Governance #Compliance #UEFA #FA #Sport #Football #Soccer #DataProtection #IntellectualProperty #HealthandSafety #Revenue #Financial

🌈 It was another brilliant weekend for #RainbowLaces, with support from Premier League and The Football Association as well as grassroots sports clubs! It has been amazing to see so many people come together to make sport safer for all. We want to hear from YOU. Why is inclusion in sport so important? What does it mean to you personally? Add your thoughts in the comments, let’s keep the conversation going! 🔽 Find out more about Rainbow Laces - https://bit.ly/3C1Zc9L.