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    Goals, Streams, and Taxes: The Hidden Fiscal Battle Behind the World Cup

    October 10, 2025By Justin Fisher

    In 2026, the Federation Internationale de Football Association (“FIFA”) World Cup is returning to North America, with the United States serving as the primary host.[i] Beyond the celebration of sport, the tournament will generate billions of dollars in revenue from broadcasting rights and corporate sponsorships.[ii] These income streams, however, do not fit concisely into existing […]

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    Taxing the Game: Are College Athletes the Next Targets of State Revenue?

    August 11, 2025By Justin Fisher

    As college athletes begin to earn income through Name, Image, and Likeness (“NIL”) deals, they are becoming exposed to tax regimes that college sports are not ready to deal with. One of the most notable tax policies is the “Jock Tax,” which targets income earned by athletes in various states. The jock tax has traditionally […]

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