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“It's not uncommon in the entertainment world for agents to sign young talent. It's sinful that these players can't be represented by lawyers and agents when they're in school. If a player wants to hire someone to seek his value - in any other walk of life, except where this farcical entity that is the NCAA is involved - having a lawyer or agent isn't illegal. It's just the NCAA imposing its own set of rules. It's selfish on their part.”

Quote by Sonny Vaccaro

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Sonny Vaccaro, born on September 23, 1939, is a significant figure in the sports industry. His career spans multiple domains, including sports marketing, shoe design, and sports agency. Vaccaro is renowned for his contributions to basketball, particularly in promoting the globalization of the sport and advancing youth basketball. more

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