January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM ET
This webinar is organized by the Boxing/MMA Subcommittee of SLA's Learning and Education Committee.
Join us on January 22 for a timely discussion on the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act. Enacted in 2000 as an amendment to the Professional Boxing Safety Act of 1996, the Ali Act was created to protect the health, safety, and rights of professional boxers by promoting transparency and fairness across the sport. Our panel will examine the strengths and limitations of the current law and explore proposed legislation that would further amend the Act. This session will offer valuable insight into how the sport’s regulatory landscape may evolve in the years ahead.
Panelists:
Michael Dee, Attorney, Brown Winick
Kurt Emhoff, Attorney and Former Boxing Manager
Patrick English, Attorney, Dines and English, LLC
Moderator:
Jason Cruz, Cruz Law, PLLC
Registration:
Members: Free
Non-Members: $45.00
Tuesday, January 27th at 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM ET
As football’s global footprint continues to accelerate—highlighted by its highly anticipated Olympic debut in 2028—the SLA Football Learning and Education Subcommittee is hosting a webinar exploring the rapid expansion of the football ecosystem.
The discussion will cover:
Join us on January 27 as we hear from Stephanie Kwok (NFL) and Eric Mayes (USA Football), with Brian Michael Cooper (Greenberg Traurig LLP) moderating an insightful conversation on the future of the football ecosystem.
January 27, 2026 | 5:30 PM ET
Join us January 27th for a dynamic panel on Hot Topics in Sports Investing.
Panelists will dive into emerging trends, legal risks, and strategic opportunities shaping the sports investment landscape—from the perspectives of outside counsel, private equity investors, team executives, and more.
Topics will include the evolving role of PE in team ownership, the rise of sports-focused funds, NIL monetization transactions, and the growth of sports-adjacent businesses. Expect a lively, insight-packed discussion on where the market is headed and what it means for stakeholders across the industry.
Continue the conversation afterward with networking and cocktails, giving you the chance to connect with panelists and fellow attendees in a relaxed, social setting
Panelists:
PJ Sullivan, Partner, Ropes & Gray
Tamika Tremaglio, Managing Director at Secretariat; Former Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association
Iciar Garcia, Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, FSG Boston
Moderator:
Erica Han, Partner, Ropes & Gray
Where:
Ropes & Gray
800 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02199
January 29, 2026 | 3:00 PM ET
This webinar is organized by the Immigration Subcommittee of SLA's Learning and Education Committee.
The SLA’s Sports Immigration Committee is kicking off 2026 with its inaugural Webinar. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of core immigration issues in the sports industry, along with strategic insights that teams and franchises should keep top of mind.
What sets this session apart is its unique approach: presenting immigration challenges and strategies through the evolving journey of a foreign athlete’s career.
Panelists:
Ashley Rotchford, Associate, Robinson & Cole
Rob Seiger, Partner, Robinson & Cole
Moderator:
Aurusa Moosani, Associate General Counsel & Director of Compliance, Orlando City SC
Registration:
Members: Free
Non-Members: $45.00