Tulane Entertainment and Sports Law Conference hosts soccer's Roger Bennett, industry leaders
The 8th annual Tulane Entertainment and Sports Law Conference, which brings together top executives and leading figures from the entertainment and sports industries to discuss the latest legal trends and challenges, will take place at Tulane Law School March 14-15, 2025.
This year’s keynote speaker is the incomparable Roger Bennett, co-host of the popular "Men in Blazers" soccer podcast and television show, who has become a prominent voice in American soccer culture.
The conference has become one of the go-to events of the sports and entertainment world. In addition to celebrities like Bennett, this year there are:
- More than 50 speakers across 15 panels over two days;
- Executives from some of the world’s top sports agencies like the WME agency and Creative Artists Agency;
- Lawyers from some of the nation’s top sports law practices including Winston & Strawn, Wilkinson Stekloff, Holland & Knight, and Weil;
- Lawyers and executives from many major league teams including the L.A. Clippers, Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Saints & Pelicans, Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, Baltimore Ravens, and Texas Rangers;
- Lawyers from the NFL and FIFA ’26 World Cup and investors in major sports properties like the Memphis Grizzlies and Leeds United FC;
- Lawyers and executives from major studios and platforms like Sony Pictures, Warner Bros. Discovery, Amazon Studios, Live Nation, and Hulu;
- Leading Hollywood talent, including Academy Award and Grammy Award winners, screenwriters and more.
Some of the panels this year will discuss the reshaping of college athletics and leadership at top sports franchises, inside-Hollywood legal issues as well as the management of high-profile clients in entertainment and music industries. The event is free and open to the public but registration is required. It will include lunch both days, networking receptions and live music on Friday, March 14.
The Conference is offering continuing legal education credits in various jurisdictions.
Bennett will be the lunch keynote speaker alongside Tulane Law Professor Gabe Feldman on Friday, March 14.
Originally from Liverpool and an adopted son of the U.S., Bennett and co-host Michael Davies launched the "Men in Blazers” podcast in 2011 which quickly gained a dedicated following for its insightful and humorous coverage of soccer. The show's success led to a television debut on NBCSN in 2014, where it continues to cover the English Premier League and other soccer events.
Beyond "Men in Blazers," Bennett has produced several notable projects. In 2018, he created "American Fiasco," a 10-part podcast series examining the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team's disappointing 1998 World Cup campaign. He has also authored books, including the memoir "(Re)born in the USA," which debuted at No. 1 on The New York Times Best Seller List in June 2021.
Bennett's passion for soccer and dedication to promoting the sport in the United States have solidified his status as a key figure in American soccer media. His unique perspective, blending British roots with American enthusiasm, continues to resonate with fans nationwide.
Tulane’s Entertainment and Sports Law Conference annually offers insights into the evolving landscape of entertainment and sports law. In previous years, the conference hosted notable speakers such as actor Jonathan Banks, known for his role in "Breaking Bad," and political strategist James Carville.
Presented jointly by Tulane Law School and the Tulane Center for Sport, the conference has become a significant event for professionals and students alike. Past conferences have featured discussions on topics such as NIL issues in the sports industry, the impact of streaming on entertainment, and diversity in these fields. The event underscores Tulane University's commitment to fostering dialogue on critical issues shaping these industries.
