Suits in the Stadium

Navigating the Collegiate Athletic Maze: A Conversation with Nathan Wood

November 27, 2023 Suits in the Stadium Season 2 Episode 11
Navigating the Collegiate Athletic Maze: A Conversation with Nathan Wood
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Suits in the Stadium
Navigating the Collegiate Athletic Maze: A Conversation with Nathan Wood
Nov 27, 2023 Season 2 Episode 11
Suits in the Stadium

In this episode of *Suits in the Stadium*, we sit down with Nathan Wood, an accomplished professional in the world of sports administration and law. Currently serving as the Associate Athletic Director at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Nathan brings over a decade of experience in collegiate athletics to the conversation.

Nathan delves into his journey, sharing insights from pivotal roles such as Assistant Athletic Director at the University of Michigan, where he focused on rules education and interpretations, and his tenure as Assistant Director for Athletic Compliance at the University of Southern California. With a strong background in legal compliance, project management, and team leadership, Nathan has been a key player in shaping the landscape of college sports.

But his contributions don't end on the field. As a Guest Lecturer in the UNC Sports Administration Graduate Program, Nathan imparts his knowledge to the next generation of sports professionals. We explore his role as a professor, teaching "Aspects of Sports Law," and the impact of his contract work, further emphasizing his commitment to education in the field.

Nathan takes us behind the scenes, discussing the evolving landscape of college athletics, the challenges of navigating Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) issues, and the importance of policy analysis in today's sports environment. His unique perspective, informed by a Bachelor of Science in Public Policy Analysis from Indiana University and a Juris Doctor with a focus on Sports Law from Florida Coastal School of Law, sets the stage for a rich and informative conversation.

Join us as Nathan Wood unpacks the complexities of sports administration, reflects on his diverse experiences, and provides valuable insights into the ever-changing world of collegiate athletics. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, aspiring administrator, or legal mind, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of law, education, and sports.

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Podcast Host: Kasey Coleman

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Show Notes

In this episode of *Suits in the Stadium*, we sit down with Nathan Wood, an accomplished professional in the world of sports administration and law. Currently serving as the Associate Athletic Director at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Nathan brings over a decade of experience in collegiate athletics to the conversation.

Nathan delves into his journey, sharing insights from pivotal roles such as Assistant Athletic Director at the University of Michigan, where he focused on rules education and interpretations, and his tenure as Assistant Director for Athletic Compliance at the University of Southern California. With a strong background in legal compliance, project management, and team leadership, Nathan has been a key player in shaping the landscape of college sports.

But his contributions don't end on the field. As a Guest Lecturer in the UNC Sports Administration Graduate Program, Nathan imparts his knowledge to the next generation of sports professionals. We explore his role as a professor, teaching "Aspects of Sports Law," and the impact of his contract work, further emphasizing his commitment to education in the field.

Nathan takes us behind the scenes, discussing the evolving landscape of college athletics, the challenges of navigating Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) issues, and the importance of policy analysis in today's sports environment. His unique perspective, informed by a Bachelor of Science in Public Policy Analysis from Indiana University and a Juris Doctor with a focus on Sports Law from Florida Coastal School of Law, sets the stage for a rich and informative conversation.

Join us as Nathan Wood unpacks the complexities of sports administration, reflects on his diverse experiences, and provides valuable insights into the ever-changing world of collegiate athletics. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, aspiring administrator, or legal mind, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of law, education, and sports.

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Follow SNS on: Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok.

Find the video version of this episode on our Youtube Channel.

Podcast Host: Kasey Coleman

We release new episodes every Monday!

Podcast Website