In their letter, House, Prince, and Harrison emphasized that without player representation, college athletes will remain vulnerable in negotiations, perpetuating ongoing litigation.
The athletes urged the court to recognize their pursuit of collective bargaining rights, warning that absent such avenues, the college sports industry risks stagnation.
Jeffrey Kessler stated that although the letter aims to influence proceedings, it’s unlikely to obstruct the NCAA antitrust settlement process as it moves forward.
College officials are actively seeking legislative measures to block student-athletes from gaining employee status, which is crucial for establishing legally binding collective bargaining rights.
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