A webinar series featuring players and leaders in the world of athletics discussing current topics in the sports law industry. Presented by the UB Center for the Advancement of Sport and the UB Law Alumni Association.
In celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day we invite you to join us for a virtual Sports Law Round Table.
Friday, February 7, 2025
12 noon to 1 p.m.
via Zoom Webinar
All Sports Law Forums are free and open to alumni, students, and faculty. Registration is required. Individual Zoom links will be sent in your registration confirmation email.
Featuring:
Kelly Cruttenden
Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance
University at Buffalo
Vicki Mitchell
Director and Head Coach of UB’s Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Programs
University at Buffalo
Kristen Thorsness, Esq.
Of Counsel, Bond Schoeneck & King
Arbitrator, Court of Arbitration for Sport (including for the 2024 Paris Olympics)
1984 Olympic Gold Medalist (Rowing)
Moderators included:
Questions? Please contact Prof. Nellie Drew at hdrew@buffalo.edu.
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