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FIVE KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE POST-BREXIT FA WORK PERMIT RULES
The new system is relevant to any player who is not a citizen of the UK and has not acquired permanent residence, been granted pre-settled status or settled status under the government’s EU Settlement scheme.
THE LEGAL ISSUES UNDERPINNING RUGBY'S LATEST CONCUSSION AND BRAIN INJURY CHALLENGES
This article looks at some of the key legal issues when considering what a legal claim by a former player might look like, what we can learn from previous disputes both within rugby union and the broader global sporting context, and what we can expect to happen next.
VIDEO: REAL VISION’S “THE BIG CONVERSATION”
Andrew Nixon appeared on Real Vision’s “The Big Conversation” to talk about how Covid-19 has affected the sports and esports industries.
INJURED ON INTERNATIONAL DUTY: A BEGINNERS GUIDE TO THE FIFA CLUB PROTECTION PROGRAMME
In what is arguably the most physically demanding football season in recent memory, it’s been reported that 14 out of 20 Premier League clubs had at least one of their players withdrawn from international duty over the most recent international break due to injury or Covid-19.
THE BACKPAGE PODCAST: MARK POLLOCK
Mark Pollock is no ordinary inspirational figure. In 1998 at the age of 22, he went suddenly blind. Mark dealt with this life changing moment by becoming an adventure athlete, competing in ultra-endurance races across deserts, mountains, and the polar ice caps including becoming the first blind person to race to the South Pole.
THE BACKPAGE PODCAST: CHRISTINE OHURUOGU
In episode 9 of The BackPage Podcast, Andrew Nixon and Jonny Madill are joined by former world and Olympic 400m champion and one of Britain's greatest and most decorated athletes, Christine Ohuruogu MBE.
CREATIVE, ONLINE & SOCIAL AGENCIES: TOP TIPS FOR CONTRACTING WITH BRANDS AND TALENT
Over the past few years brands have increasingly turned to online talent, content creators and influencer marketing campaigns as a means of growing their audience, increasing engagement and expanding their brand awareness.
VIDEO: PROJECT BIG PICTURE & THE REPORTED EUROPEAN SUPER LEAGUE PROPOSALS
Daniel Geey appeared on Sky Sports News to discuss Project Big Picture & The Reported European Super League.
THE BACKPAGE PODCAST: STEVE MARTIN
In episode 7, Andrew Nixon and Jonny Madill are joined by Steve Martin, Global CEO of M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment.
THE LEGAL DILEMMA BEHIND THE MESSI x BARCELONA DISPUTE
Our Head of Sport Andrew Nixon appeared on Al Jazeera’s ‘Inside Story’ to discuss the legal and commercial issues underpinning Lionel Messi’s attempt to leave Barcelona FC, and ultimately why he chose to stay.
“TEAM TALK” - THE MILESTONE PODCAST SERIES
Our charity partner, Milestone, has recently launched its podcast series, Team Talk, where Milestone founder, Chris Paget and clinical psychologist and Milestone trustee, Dr Ilan Ben-Zion talk to inspirational people about their stories.
THE INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE AND THE ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE COMPARED
The key difference between the league structures is that relegation and promotion does not occur in the IPL franchise model. This means that the same eight teams compete in the IPL year after year. This contrasts with the EPL where three teams are relegated each season and three new teams are promoted from the Championship to take their place. Another significant difference is that in the IPL there is no qualification for international competitions; whereas the top EPL teams can qualify for the lucrative UEFA Champions League and Europa League competitions.
SKY SPORTS LIVE INTERVIEW WITH DANIEL GEEY ON MAN CITY APPEAL
Daniel Geey was interviewed live by Sky Sports News about Manchester City’s successful appeal and the issues surrounding the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s decision.
DRIVING FAN ENGAGEMENT IN THE DIGITAL AGE: WHAT DIGITAL DISRUPTION REALLY MEANS FOR SPORT
Everyone is talking about the digital disruption of sport. Sports stakeholders are on a journey of digital migration. The industry is in the midst of a digital revolution.
SHERIDANS SPORTS GROUP PARTNERS WITH SPORT ENGLAND FOR “RETURN TO PLAY”
The Sheridans Sports Group, led by Jonny Madill, Andrew Nixon and Alex Harvey, were delighted to have been asked by Sport England to prepare its guidance for sporting bodies, clubs and the wider sports and recreation sector on “Return to Play” following Covid-19.
SPORT FOR BUSINESS LEADERSHIP INTERVIEW WITH JONNY MADILL
We sat down virtually with Jonny over the weekend to talk about how sport is adapting in the current crisis.
CLAIMS BY CLUBS IN THE EVENT OF A CANCELLED SEASON
In this short piece, Andrew Nixon and Alex Harvey of Sheridans Sports Group, and David Reade QC and Nick Siddall QC of the Littleton Sports Group consider some of the potential claims which may arise from league seasons being cancelled, with a particular focus on the Premier League. The authors also look at how any losses may be assessed.
CV19: ESPORTS & LICENSE FOR TRADITIONAL SPORTS TO BE CREATIVE?
One thing that is for certain is that esports, as an industry, is uniquely placed to continue to successfully scale and operate through the disruption caused by COVID-19…
ESPORTS IN 2020 FEATURING SPORT FOR BUSINESS & JONNY MADILL
Jonny Madill of Sheridans Sport joined Trev Keane of Ireland Esports and Sportego and Enda Lynch from Munster Rugby for the discussion around Esports in 2020.
AN INTRODUCTION TO MILESTONE
Sheridans Sport are proud to support Milestone, a mental health charity that has been set up by our very own Chris Paget.