Triple A Ball 'N Play Podcast
by Mike and Lee
Where sports law meets the locker room, and NIL meets real life. Hosted by registered Florida Athlete Agents Lee Walpole Lassiter, Esq. and Michael Agwara, this show breaks down everything from high school recruiting to pro contracts—always with sharp legal insight, insider stories, and playful back-and-forth.Whether you’re an athlete, parent, fan trying to navigate NIL, contracts, compliance, or just want the behind-the-scenes scoop, we’ve got you covered. Expect hot takes, deep dives, and the kind of honest, no-BS talk you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe now and join the team.
Episodes
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Fast Break: Lane Kiffin Leaves Ole Miss for LSU - SEC Power Shift as Rebels Enter the CFP
Kiffin just detonated the SEC landscape. Ole Miss is 11–1, playoff-bound, and suddenly coachless — while LSU swoops in with a monster deal to launch a new era in Baton Rouge. We break down the timing, the fallout, the portal chaos, Pete Golding’s rise, and why this may be the wildest CFP twist...
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#SandersStandard: 5th Round to QB1-Shedeur Sanders is a Case Study in Resilience, Family, and Faith
This episode breaks down how Shedeur Sanders didn’t just win a football game—he rewrote a narrative. From a 5th-round slide to breaking Cleveland’s decades-long QB curse, Shedeur’s debut was a masterclass in resilience, identity, and unshakeable calm under generational pressure. Lee unpacks why…
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Drafted, Dashed, or Undiscovered: The Apex of Opportunity (WPBL Draft & WNBA Lottery)
Michael breaks down what the 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery really means for this class. Betts,Miles, Fudd, Flau’Jae, Rice, Latson, Beers — you weren't picked tonight, you were sorted. Now you know the systems, coaches, and cores you may be stepping into. Stay healthy. Stay focused. Stay adaptable.…
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Fast Break: WNBA Lottery Fallout – What It Really Means For The Players
Last Night’s WNBA Lottery didn’t give us answers — it gave us context. In this Fast Break Series Michael breaks down what the results actually mean for players like Betts, Miles, Fudd, Flau’Jae, Fam, Rice, Latson, Beers, and the rest of the 2026 class. What system could they fit into? What…
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Legacy Ain’t Just a Highlight Reel | NIL, Mentorship & Building a Future That Lasts (HS & NCAA)
In this episode, Michael and Lee unpack the truth about legacy: how athletes rise, evolve, and build something that lasts long after the highlight reels fade.We cover NIL stewardship, financial planning, mentorship, wealth protection, purpose discovery, and how to use your platform to build...
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New College Sports Commission Participation Agreement?
The College Sports Commission is calling it “stability.” LeeWalpole Lassiter is calling it what it is: a full-scale surrender of institutional sovereignty dressed up as reform. In this blistering Fast Break, Lee breaks down why the new CSC Participation Agreement isn’t oversight – it’s coercion....
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Fast Break: WPBL Inaugural Draft – A Night We’ll Never Forget
Last night’s WPBL inaugural draft made history—and you made it a celebration. To everyone who joined our live YouTube watch party: thank you. Your comments and likes turned a first-ever event into a community moment that felt decades deep. From parents hearing their daughters’ names to diehards…
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THE MODERN PROMETHEUS: Building the WPBL | Draft Breakdown & Literary Deep Dive
The Women’s Professional Baseball League is about to throw the switch. This episode breaks down the inaugural WPBL Draft through the lens of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein—a creation story about assembling parts, animating them with intention, and deciding whether the creature thrives…or turns on…
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Fast Break: Brittany Apgar WPBL Draft Prospect – An Outfielder Breaking Barriers in Women’s Professional Baseball
Brittany Apgar’s path is pure resilience. Officially listed as a 22-year-old CF from Greenville, NC in the WPBL draft-eligible pool, she plays one-handed due to a congenital limb difference—yet trains like a pro. After months of work and a viral social story, she’s earned her shot in the draft.
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Fast Break: Amanda Gianelloni WPBL Draft Prospect – New Orleans Middle-Infielder Ready for Women’s Pro Baseball
Scouting Spotlight: Amanda Gianelloni—28-year-old 2B from New Orleans (R/R), officially listed on the WPBL draft-eligible list. She locks down the keystone with quick hands, big range, and a bat that shows up. What teams will love: mid-game adaptability and day-one reliability for a league…
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Fast Break: WPBL Prospect Elodie O’Sullivan – Australian Star Outfielder Ready for Inaugural Draft
Fast Break spotlight on Elodie O’Sullivan—a foundational Day-1 fit for any WPBL roster. Officially listed as a 32-year-old right-handed outfielder from Australia, she’s an Emeralds veteran with reps in the Japan Women’s Baseball Championship—battle-tested and mentally sharp. In the field: Gold...
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Fast Break: Claire O’Sullivan WPBL Draft Prospect Breakdown – Australian Two-Way Star & International Standout
Claire O’Sullivan enters the WPBL’s inaugural draft as one of the most complete athletes in the player pool. A two-way standout from Australia with international experience, power at the plate, and poise on the mound, she brings the kind of game-ready talent expansion teams dream of. We break…
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Fast Break: Inside the WPBL Draft – Snakes, Strategy & History
Michael breaks down the WPBL’s inaugural 120-pick snake draft — why the order flips, how four new franchises are being built from scratch, and which athletes earned their shot through the Nationals Park combine. Four cities. Six rounds. One historic night.
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Fast Break: The Fab Four - The WPBL's First Four Teams - Breaking Down the Cities Making Women's Baseball History
The WPBL is set to announce its first four franchises—New York, Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco—and this Thursday's inaugural draft could mark a historic return of professional women’s baseball in America. We’ll break down each founding city, their baseball identities, and what they’re...
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Fast Break: WPBL Draftee Homa Schweers From Dugout to Draft Board
Michael breaks down why Homa Schweers’ command, poise, and precision make her one of the most valuable veteran prospects in the WPBL draft pool.
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Fast Break: Micaela Minner – Why Experience Is the WPBL's Secret Weapon
Veteran talent isn’t just valuable — it’s dangerous. In today’s Ball ’N Play Fast Break, Michael breaks down why Micaela Minner is one of the most intriguing names in the Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) draft pool, and how her experience, competitive edge, and pressure-tested mindset...
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Age Is Just the Count – How Micaela Minner & Home Schweers Are Proving Experience Belongs in the WPBL
The Women’s Pro Baseball League is rewriting history — and two forty-year-old athletes, Micaela Minner and Homa Schweers, are redefining what greatness looks like. In this Ball ‘N Play™ special, attorney and agent Wendilee “Lee” Walpole Lassiter explores how the WPBL’s first draft is changing the...
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Fast Break: Kelsie Whitmore – Breaking Barriers w/ Every Pitch
From Team USA to professional ball, Kelsie Whitmore has never stopped challenging limits. In this Fast Break, Ball ‘N Play™ spotlights how Whitmore’s journey from Staten Island to the WPBL embodies the next era of women’s baseball.
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Fast Break: Mo'ne Davis – Full Circle on the Mound
From Little League legend to professional pioneer — Mo’ne Davis is redefining the game. The WPBL’s 2026 debut gives her story a professional chapter, and Ball ‘N Play™ breaks down why her comeback matters far beyond the box score.
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Fast Break: WPBL - A League of Their Own, For Real This Time
Seventy years later, women are back on the diamond — and this time, it’s for real. ⚾ In this Fast Break, Michael breaks down the launch of the Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) — the first professional women’s baseball league since 1997 hosting the first professional women’s tryouts in over 70...
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Fast Break: The Women's Pro Baseball League Arrives!
⚾️ The countdown to history starts NOW. From Mo’ne Davis to Kelsie Whitmore, Micaela Minner to Homa Schweers and many more athletes — the WPBL Draft is here. Join Mike and Lee as they drop daily Fast Breaks, blogs, and behind-the-scenes breakdowns leading up to their LIVE Draft coverage on…
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You vs. You: Mental Health in NIL
Pressure. Identity. Burnout. Every athlete feels it. NIL changed the game, but not your humanity. This week, Lee & Michael get real about rest, recovery, and redefining success beyond stats. 🧠💬
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Chalk Talk Book Club: The Athlete's NIL Playbook
Attorney & athlete agent Lee Walpole Lassiter takes you through The Athlete’s NIL Playbook by Kristi Dosh — chapter by chapter. Learn the NIL rules, build your brand, price your deals, protect your image, and prepare for the future of athlete revenue sharing. 🎧 Real talk, legal insight, and the...
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Fast Break: When the Whistle Blows - In Court | Athletes Take the NCAA (and OHSAA) to Trial
College and high school athletes are fighting for more than game time — they’re fighting for their right to play. From NCAA eligibility battles to a new Ohio court ruling letting high-school athletes sign NIL deals, the courtroom has become the newest playing field. Mike breaks down how…
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The IRS Don’t Play | NIL Money, Taxes, and the Receipts That Matter
NIL means business — and business means taxes. This week, Mike and Lee unpack the IRS side of NIL: 1099s, LLCs, deductions, and real examples of athletes getting audited. Includes verified references from IRS Publications 525, 334, 505, 535, and 583. Disclaimer: Educational content only—this is…
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She Only Loved You For The Jersey - Relationships & Reputation In The NIL Era
Spotlight, followers, free meals—the attention hits different when you’re in uniform. Mike and Lee unpack the messy intersection of dating, clout-chasing, and career risk. From “private” DMs that aren’t private, to location tagging, and revenge-post threats, we map out the off-field choices that...
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Fast Break: NIL Collectives On Trial - Who Really Pays?
Booster-funded collectives built the NIL empire — but now they’re the ones in court. Lee breaks down why collectives are under investigation, who’s legally responsible when deals collapse, and what athletes need to know before they sign.
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Fast Break: The NIL Tip Line Is Live — Inside the College Sports Commission’s New Compliance Hotline
You can now report NIL violations — anonymously. Yep, college sports just got its own whistleblower hotline. The College Sports Commission rolled out a national tip line for shady deals, rogue boosters, and fake ‘marketing contracts.’ In this Fast Break, Lee is breaking down how the system works,...
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Fast Break: The SAFE Act — Why NIL Needs Federal Law to Stop the Chaos
Michael breaks down the proposed SAFE Act — the federal NIL bill that could end 50 different rulebooks and finally bring order to college sports. But is this about protecting athletes or protecting TV money?
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Fast Break: The Booster's Dilemma - When Loyalty Meets Legality
Boosters have fueled college athletics for decades — but NIL has changed the game. Lee breaks down how “helping your team” can now lead to violations, investigations, or worse. Where’s the line between passion and pay-for-play?
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Fast Break: Adidas Field At Traz Powell Stadium: Adidas Drops $13 Million On Miami-Dade Public High Schools
Adidas just dropped $13 million on Miami-Dade County Public Schools to outfit 41 high schools — and renamed Traz Powell Stadium in the process. Michael breaks down how this move changes the business of high school sports and sets the stage for future NIL opportunities in South Florida.
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Fast Break: The $13.85 Million NIL Mirage - Jaden Rashada
A five-star QB, a $13.85 million NIL promise, and a lawsuit that could rewrite college recruiting law. Lee breaks down the Rashada v. Florida case, the legal traps behind collectives, and what every athlete and agent should learn from it.
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Fast Break: The 5-in-5 Rule and the NIL Roster Crunch — Why Coaches Are Watching Football Instead of Recruits
Michael breaks down why college basketball recruiting is slowing to a crawl. Between the NCAA’s proposed 5-in-5 Rule, NIL budgets, and the transfer portal, coaches are stuck waiting for clarity before signing their next class.
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Fast Break: NIL Shake-Up: The Collapse of Student Athlete NIL and the End of the Wild West Era
Fast Break time—the biggest NIL shake-up this week: Student Athlete NIL (SANIL), one of the largest collective operators tied to 40+ schools, is shutting down after a planned Blueprint Sports merger fell apart. We explain what collapsed, why the House v. NCAA settlement—and direct school...
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Fast Break: NIL Collectives Going Rogue
Fast Break time. NIL Go—the clearinghouse meant to keep deals clean—is jammed, and some collectives are jumping the line. We break down why $600+ NIL contracts are supposed to be cleared, how a tiny review team is slowing the pipeline, and why “pay now, file later” can put eligibility at risk....
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Fast Break: NIL Revenue Sharing - The $20 Million Shift
College sports just rewired the money. In this episode, Mike and Lee break down how school-to-athlete revenue sharing changes recruiting, roster math, and the market for individual NIL deals. We unpack caps and carve-outs, what “department budgets are broke” really means, and how athletes and...
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The Recruited and The Ghosted
Same sport, two realities. One athlete’s phone won’t stop buzzing; another can’t get a call back. Lee (tax attorney) and Michael (bar-eligible athlete agent) dissect why recruiting love pours on some prospects and dries up on others—and how to flip your status with film, communication, and timing...
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Fast Break: Faith On The Field - How the Fellowship Of Christian Athletes Is Changing South Florida Sports
In this episode, Lee looks at how FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) is shaping teams from Broward to the 305—through huddles, coach mentorship, and service that builds character, chemistry, and confidence. She talks purpose under pressure, leadership habits that travel on game day, and the...
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Side Hustle or Career Killer
A side hustle can stack your wins—or sabotage your season. Mike and Lee break down when extra gigs, NIL ventures, and “entrepreneur” moves help your career and when they wreck eligibility, focus, or reputation. We map the green flags, the red flags, and a simple decision tree to keep money moves...
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Your Boy Ain’t A Brand Yet!
Talent is the engine; brand is the steering wheel. Mike and Lee explain why highlight reels and hype don’t equal a marketable brand—and how to build one that actually gets you paid. We cover niche, voice, visuals, content cadence, and the three C’s that matter to sponsors: clarity, consistency,...
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Fast Break: The OPENDORSE 2024-2025 Report: NIL at Four: Monetizing the New Reality
Lee takes the mic to break down the newest Opendorse report—what’s up, what’s stalled, and where the real money moved in Year 4 of NIL. In three minutes, she hits sport-by-sport trends, average deal sizes vs. headline outliers, which content actually converts, and how athletes (and parents) can...
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Chalk Talk Book Club: Significant Recruiting by Matt Rogers
I’m Lee—tax attorney, Florida athlete agent, and your no-nonsense recruiting translator. In this Book Club session, I break down Matt Rogers’ Significant Recruiting into a clear, win-the-week plan for athletes and parents. We walk through the 12 steps—from defining your “why,” building a real...
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Fast Break: Broward County Football Players Dominating The Game
Quick stat that says it all: Broward County currently sends more players to the NFL than both Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. In this fast hitter, Michael spotlights the 954 pipeline—why it leads the tri-county pack and what that dominance means for local pride and national respect. Short, sharp, and...
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Fast Break: The Red Shirt Rules
In today’s episode, we break down why NCAA redshirt rules don’t fit the new world of NIL. While redshirting was designed to give athletes more time to develop, in the NIL era it often works against them—shrinking their earning window, limiting visibility, slowing brand growth, and creating gaps...
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Fastbreak: FTC Ain't Playing - NIL Rules That Can Make or Break Your Deal
The Federal Trade Commission is the ref that never misses. In this video, Michael breaks down the endorsement rules athletes (and parents) must follow so NIL deals don’t turn into fines, takedowns, or trashed reputations. We translate the FTC’s playbook into plain English: clear #ad labels,...
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Fast Break - Why College Coaches Are Bailing For The Pros!
The sidelines are spinning—hard. Mike and Lee unpack why college coaches are jumping to the pros, NIL chaos, transfer-portal churn, tampering, 24/7 recruiting, and pro money with fewer campus politics. What does all of this mean for athletes and parents? We give you a coach-proof game plan for...
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Fastbreak w/ Michael - Las Vegas Edition
Michael takes it back to his hometown—quick, sharp, and straight from the desert. From Bill Briare Park to the Strip, he riffs on athlete mindset, first-class physical condition (yes, the same standard written into pro contracts), and the Vegas grind that turns raw talent into paid opportunities....
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Chalk Talk Book Club: NIL Playbook For Athletes by Miles Kendrick
A short, powerful guide that every athlete (and parent) should know. Lee (tax attorney) and Michael (bar-eligible athlete agent) break down Miles Kendrick’s NIL Playbook for Athletes into a practical game plan: how to build a brand, vet deals, stay compliant, and turn short-term promos into...
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Sign Here, Dummy!
Quick cash, lifetime rights? Hard pass. Lee (tax attorney athlete agent) and Michael (bar-eligible athlete agent) break down the NIL and endorsement clauses that quietly trap athletes—then give you a simple playbook to negotiate better terms or walk away. We translate the legalese, explain what’s...
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DMs, Deals, & Dumb Mistakes
The fastest way to fumble NIL? Your DMs. Lee (tax attorney) and Michael (bar-eligible athlete agent) unpack the sketchy messages, fake “brand reps,” and too-good-to-be-true offers sliding into athletes’ inboxes—plus the contract traps that turn quick cash into long-term headaches. We’ll show you...
About this show
Where sports law meets the locker room, and NIL meets real life. Hosted by registered Florida Athlete Agents Lee Walpole Lassiter, Esq. and Michael Agwara, this show breaks down everything from high school recruiting to pro contracts—always with sharp legal insight, insider stories, and playful back-and-forth.Whether you’re an athlete, parent, fan trying to navigate NIL, contracts, compliance, or just want the behind-the-scenes scoop, we’ve got you covered. Expect hot takes, deep dives, and the kind of honest, no-BS talk you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe now and join the team.
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