Explores the unique set of legal, business, and social structures that intersect with sports in the United States. Examines the professional, collegiate, and amateur sports industry and its key legal, business, and social aspects. Covers the foundations of intellectual property law, labor law, antitrust law, employment law, agency law, constitutional law, broadcasting law, and private association law in relationship to the sports industry. Studies the business applications of the sports industry and the industry’s relationship to antidiscrimination laws concerning race, sex, national origin, and other protected classes. Examines pursuits of careers in sports law and sports business. Offers students an opportunity to debate underlying principles and rethink the ethical boundaries that surround the sports industry.