Deep Dive 171 – Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: NCAA v. Alston

On March 31, 2021, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in NCAA v. Alston, a case addressing a Ninth Circuit decision holding that the National Collegiate Athletic Association's eligibility rules regarding compensation of student-athletes violate federal antitrust law. The Court is expected to review the decision according to circuit splits and general antitrust principles.<br /><br />Joshua Wright, a former commissioner at the Federal Trade Commission, joined us to discuss oral arguments and the potential implications of the case.<br /><br />Featuring:<br />- Joshua D. Wright, Executive Director, Global Antitrust Institute, Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason University<br /><br />Visit our website – <a href="http://www.RegProject.org" rel="noopener">www.RegProject.org</a> – to learn more, view all of our content, and connect with us on social media.