ABOUT THE JOURNAL

The Bruin Sports Business Association (BSBA) Quarterly Journal is a publication that reflects the research, analysis, and editorial commitment of the organization’s journalism team. This journal highlights the work of talented UCLA undergraduate students who have contributed to the discourse at the intersection of sport and business.

The articles contained herein examine a broad range of contemporary issues, including industry trends, organizational strategy, athlete management, media and sponsorship rights, and the global economics of sport. Each piece has been developed with the intent to advance understanding, encourage dialogue, and foster critical thought regarding the challenges and opportunities present within the sports business landscape.

In addition to original student work, this volume provides a record of BSBA’s events during the quarter. Summaries of programming and organizational initiatives are included to document the association’s continued role in cultivating professional development and intellectual engagement for its club members. It is with great pride that we present this journal, confident that it will serve not only as a testament to the intellectual contributions of our members but also as a meaningful addition to the broader discourse on sports business.

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Spring 2025 Quarter Overview

Week 1

Article Publication: Swing and a Miss: How Nike Has Continuously Struck Out On Their MLB Uniform Designs

Speaker Event: Stacy Johns – Chief Operating Officer at LAFC

Week 2

• Speaker Event: Derrick Davis – Legal Counsel at Angel City FC

Week 3

Article Publication: A Turning Point for Hockey: How the NHL Has Set Itself Up for Success

Speaker Event: Aaron Henderson – Agent at Klutch Sports

Week 4

Article Publication: Torpedo Bats: A Home Run or Strike Out for Baseball’s Future?

Article Publication: MLB Media Rights: Adjusting to the 21st Century

Week 5

Article Publication: Iamaleaving – Nico and Madden Transfer to UCLA

Presentation & Workshop: VLTED

Week 6

Article Publication: How Luis Enrique Transformed Paris-Saint Germain

Trip & Speaker Panel: Los Angeles Football Club’s BMO Stadium

Week 7

Article Publication: Is Shedeur Sanders’ Unprecedented Draft Slide a Sign of What’s to Come in His NFL Career?

Article Publication: The Flick Fix

Speaker Event: Joaquin Mirenna – Business and Data Strategy at LAFC

Week 8

Article Publication: How La Masia Keeps Producing Stars – And What the World Should Learn from It

Week 9

Article Publication: Who Will Corner the Octagon? UFC Sparks Bidding War?

• Speaker Event: Dr. Erkut Sogut – Sports Lawyer, Agent, Author

Week 10

Trip & Office Visit: Wasserman – Los Angeles Office