Links for Sports Agents
NFL Players Association – Here you’ll find all the necessary application information for certification as an NFL agent. A Master’s degree is required (business or law). Applications are taken only in the month of January and carry a non-refundable $1,650 fee. You’ll also have to be knowledgeable on the league’s Collective Bargaining Agreement and pass a written examination.
NHL Players Association – This site lists the league’s 150 registered agents, complete with contact information. Instructions on how to apply for certification are also on the site, along with the pertinent documents for study.
National Basketball Players Association – Information on the CBA, plus the necessary documents for application. There is an annual $1,500 fee for certification, plus a required seminar.
NCAA – All rules regarding agent/athlete contact and protecting amateur status are readily available on the NCAA’s website. There is also a bevy of information tailored to athletes on how to locate a good agent, financial advice, etc.