Oliver Canning

@UMich alum / J.D. Candidate @MiamiLawSchool / Contributing Student Writer @ConDetrimental / ( /Tweets and opinions are my own.

[Alicia Jessop @RulingSports]

Last week Aaron Judge won a trademark dispute that largely went unnoticed. The outcome is a case study for other athletes and players associations on how to best protect players' intellectual property.

On Ruling Sports, @OCanning breaks down the case: https://t.co/8Cy5bTNRgF

[Alicia Jessop @RulingSports]

Recently, Chelsea superstar Cole Palmer secured trademark registrations in the UK to his "Cold Palmer" nickname and signature shiver goal celebration.

On Ruling Sports: @OCanning unpacks how Palmer's successful trademark battle will grow his brand value.

https://t.co/5BgAWN2yuU

[Alicia Jessop @RulingSports]

Unlike other NBA peers, Curry is walking away from the deal with his name brand. In turn, he has a world of possibilities of what he can build or lend out.

On Ruling Sports: @OCanning explores the legal implications of the Curry-Under Armour break-up.

https://t.co/p87JzYz0AP

[Alicia Jessop @RulingSports]

Is women's sports having a moment? Or is meaningful investiture here to stay?

On Ruling Sports: @OCanning unpacks what Unrivaled's $340M valuation following its Series B round means for women's sports.

https://t.co/SUH1vVn8ZZ

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

@heitner @McCannSportsLaw Wow, that’s fascinating. What would be some examples of this kind of exigency?

[Alicia Jessop @RulingSports]

Last week a former Heat security guard was charged for allegedly sealing 100s of pieces of memorabilia, including LeBron's 2013 Game 7 Finals jersey.

On Ruling Sports @OCanning explores how a booming memorabilia market necessitates new venue protections.

https://t.co/pfHlWFcSkj

[Conduct Detrimental @ConDetrimental]

https://t.co/ZvvhrzbkqC

[✏️Jacob Feldman @JacobFeldman4]

2021: Wait, what is NIL?

2025:

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

My latest piece for @RulingSports is out now! Check it out below!

[Alicia Jessop @RulingSports]

This month history was made when Olivia Smith’s transfer from Arsenal to Liverpool made her the first woman to exceed the £1M threshold.

What is the broader takeaway for women’s soccer?

@ocanning breaks down the transfer and its impact on Ruling Sports: https://t.co/1517OhoaOl

[College Football Nerds @CFBNerds]

Source, I'm an attorney. @heitner is an attorney. @McCannSportsLaw is an attorney. And while we all don't agree on tons of things, we're all telling you this is 100%, black-letter just wrong.

Check out McCann's article on this for a detailed "why":
https://t.co/tM4UtWAB8b

[Sydney Colson @SydJColson]

PAY US WHAT YOU OWE US

[Alicia Jessop @RulingSports]

Story link: https://t.co/X2CMe9HDJ5

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined @RulingSports as a contributor!

My first article dives into Patrick Mahomes’ latest investment with Throne @gosportcoffee and explores the growing trend of athlete-led coffee ventures.

Check it out below—and stay tuned for more to come!

[Alicia Jessop @RulingSports]

I'm excited to welcome @OCanning as a contributor to Ruling Sports!

His first piece explores @PatrickMahomes' investment in Throne @gosportcoffee, growing investment and endorsement portfolios, and the opportunity coffee presents athletes as an authentic business opportunity.

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

Too hot to handle?

@FIFPRO warns midday kick-offs at the Club World Cup risk player safety. What happens when heat, delays & TV demands collide—and could FIFA face legal heat?

Read more: https://t.co/srPmOiH4aN

#WorldCup #SportsLaw #PlayerWelfare #ClubWorldCup #FIFACWC #FIFA

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

@McCannSportsLaw @UNHLaw Thank you so much, Professor McCann, for your kind words and for all of your guidance throughout the writing and editing process! I’m truly grateful for your support and advice—it made a huge difference. Congratulations to everyone on bringing this great issue to life!

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

Team doctors once just treated injuries. Now, every diagnosis can carry a price tag — and a lawsuit.

How NIL, revenue sharing, and multimillion-dollar verdicts are reshaping sports medicine in college athletics: https://t.co/6ZLhM8jdcQ

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

@MarcEdelman @Kenneth67452097 @JodiBalsam @McCannSportsLaw SUCH a great panel! I loved listening in!

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

Ace Bailey’s camp took a $10M gamble to steer him to a team in the 6–9 range—no workouts, no meetings.

He still went #5.

The strategy didn’t fully pan out, but agents & fans will be watching what it means for the future of player representation.

https://t.co/yeNMMNx3hf

[Philip Sheng @PhilipNILIP]

Here is the definition of “Designated Student Athlete” that was redlined into the House settlement agreement. For current athletes, you must have been on the 2024-2025 roster to qualify. For incoming 2025 recruits, it looks like you need to enroll at the school for the school to designate you. Not sure what will happen if you had your offer revoked and chose not to enroll at the school, which I suspect happened a lot. All this language was hastily added into the settlement and not completely thought through.

[Oliver Canning @OCanning]

New for @ConDetrimental:

With FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup looming, stars are caught in a tug-of-war as burnout, loyalty, and $$$ collide.

Link: https://t.co/FRo4tO7Puc

#sportslaw #FIFA #ClubWorldCup #playerwelfare #USMNT