As Seen in NOLA.com: In Today’s College Sports Landscape, It’s Time for Title IX to Evolve

“Honored to share my perspective on the future of college sports and Title IX. Here’s why this matters for the future of collegiate athletics and our community in Louisiana.” – Seth Bloom

What the Op-Ed Covered

In the op-ed, I highlighted how college sports have been transformed by new rules around Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), and how the once “taboo” idea of paying athletes is now commonplace. While Title IX has been essential in ensuring opportunities for women, it has also limited the growth of certain men’s sports. Examples like men’s soccer and wrestling, popular at the high school level but nearly absent at many SEC schools, show how athletes often lose opportunities despite the resources now available.

The column argues that with NIL funding, booster collectives, and corporate sponsorships flowing into athletics, universities could restore or expand men’s programs without threatening women’s athletics. Instead of undoing Title IX, the idea is to evolve it so both men and women benefit in today’s modern sports environment.

Why This Matters in Louisiana

For Louisiana student-athletes, these changes in college sports law and funding are more than just headlines. Families and athletes often struggle to navigate evolving NCAA rules, scholarship limits, and compliance requirements. At Bloom Legal Network, our work in education law, regulatory compliance, and community advocacy connects directly to these issues. We help clients understand how policy changes impact real opportunities for students across Orleans Parish, Jefferson Parish, and throughout Southeast Louisiana.

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If you or someone you know has questions about student rights, compliance issues, or the impact of changing laws in Louisiana, Bloom Legal Network is here to help. Contact us today!