Fair Game: Diving into Sports ADR

In this episode of the TortsCenter Podcast, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn talk with independent arbitrator and mediator Danielle Menitove about the world of sports arbitration. As co-chairs of the NYSBA’s Sports ADR subcommittee, Carla and Danielle explore Danielle’s journey from litigation to ADR and dive into key issues in sports law. Danielle explains the appeal of arbitration for resolving sports disputes, the role of confidentiality, and the impact of the “field of play” doctrine.

They discuss high-profile cases like Olympic eligibility disputes and current challenges in the NFL involving Brian Flores and John Gruden, which question the role of league commissioners as arbitrators. For anyone interested in the evolving dynamics of sports ADR, this episode offers valuable insights into how arbitration is transforming dispute resolution in the sports industry.