Representation authority
Representation authority defines the matters an athlete authorizes an agency to address on the athlete’s behalf.
Understanding Representation
What representation means, what it covers, and what it requires.
Representation should be understood before an agreement is signed. Families should know how authority, obligations, compensation, and long-term planning are addressed.
Scope of services
The agreement should describe the services the representative will and will not provide.
Exclusivity
Exclusivity explains whether the athlete may work with other representatives in defined categories or markets.
Commission
Commission terms explain how agency compensation is calculated and when it is earned.
Agreement duration
Duration identifies when the agreement begins, when it ends, and any renewal conditions.
Termination
Termination provisions explain how either party may end the relationship and what obligations continue afterward.
Compensation
Compensation terms should clearly distinguish athlete earnings from agency fees and other expenses.
Payment procedures
Payment procedures explain who receives funds, what documentation is provided, and when payments are released.
Athlete obligations
Athlete obligations may include communication, participation, compliance, and completion of agreed deliverables.
Usage rights
Usage rights describe how, where, and for how long content, name, image, likeness, or performance may be used.
Transfer consequences
A transfer can affect opportunities, agreements, school rules, and timing; it should be evaluated carefully.
Social media expectations
Families should understand any expectations related to content, posting, disclosure, and account conduct.
Brand safety
Brand-safety expectations help protect the athlete, the family, and partner relationships.
Minor-athlete protections
Minors may require additional consent, privacy, school, and state-specific considerations.
Professional referrals
Representation may include referrals to qualified professionals when legal, tax, financial, or compliance advice is needed.
Long-term planning
A representation relationship should consider the athlete’s broader goals, not only the next opportunity.