Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski backs California’s Fair Pay To Play law

Posted Oct 9, 2019
Mike Krzyzewski, one of the most powerful voices in college athletics, came out in support of California’s Fair Pay To Play law, in opposition to Mark Emmert and the NCAA. SB 206 was signed into law by California Governor Gavin Newsom on September 30th and will allow college athletes in the state to profit off of their name, image, and likeness. (NBC Sports)

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