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NBC Connecticut: Reports of Lakers pursuing UConn's Dan Hurley for head coach surprise students, fans
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management and director of esports, discusses coaches transitioning from college to the NBA.
Rob Holub, J.D., MBA
Adjunct Faculty, Sport, Tourism, and Hospitality Management Department
Director of Esports, Varsity Esports Programs
About Rob
Rob rejoined the Charger Family in 2013 after graduating from UNewHaven with degrees: B.S. Sport Management, B.S. Marketing, and M.B.A. He also spent time at Valparaiso University (IN), completing his Juris Doctor in sport and education law.
As a student at UNewHaven, Rob's first job on campus was being the Charlie the Charger mascot and worked in operations for the Athletic Department. He represented the Chargers as a member of both the lacrosse and ice hockey teams, garnering All-American and All-Conference awards both academically and athletically for lacrosse. He was the Men's Head Lacrosse Coach from 2013-2020.
See MoreAs an Adjunct Faculty in the Sport Management & Esports programs, Rob has taught hundreds of students in the following courses: Social Issues in Sport, Governance & Legal Aspects of Sport, Event Execution Capstone, Sports Law, Major Policy Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics, and Esports Event Organization & Management Capstone. Rob has also appeared in textbooks covering Esports Business and Facility Management.
Rob has had the opportunity to work for other companies such as the National Hockey League, Arena at Harbor Yard, a pro-bono legal clinic, higher education institutions, and a private brand management firm. In addition, he officiates collegiate and high school lacrosse and trains new officials. Originally from Long Island, NY, Rob now resides in New Haven with his family. He is very eager to work with you and have your educational journey become as awesome as his was.
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Scripps News: NCAA To Allow Direct Payments To Athletes
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management and director of esports, discusses a settlement between the NCAA and the Power Five conferences that would allow schools to share revenue and directly pay student-athletes.
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NBC Connecticut: NCAA Allows College Athletes To Be Paid
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management and director of esports, discusses an agreement made by the NCAA and the Power Five conferences to pay college athletes, including compensation for past participation.
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NBC Connecticut: E-sports program opens doors to jobs in gaming for UNH students
Rob Holub, director of esports, and his students discuss the first group to graduate from this interdisciplinary program.
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CT Mirror: CT’s newest workforce pipeline is video games
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management and director of esports, comments on the University’s esports programs being designed to provide pathways into the multibillion-dollar industry.
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NBC Connecticut: Taylor Swift and the NFL
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sports management, discusses Taylor Swift's popularity and the new demographic she brings to the NFL.
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MarketWatch: Jon Rahm’s $300 million LIV Golf offer ‘is stunning,’ says Sen. Ron Johnson
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management, comments that the proposed merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf is not yet official, and Jon Rahm signing with LIV could indicate a problem.
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Los Angeles Daily News: Hoornstra: With ratings plummeting, what is the future of World Series broadcasts?
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management, comments on some reasons why this year’s World Series has experienced record-low viewership according to Nielsen ratings.
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New Haven Register: Baseball bats manufactured in Waterbury a real hit with major league players
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management, comments that getting professional athletes to use a particular brand of sports equipment can take years, especially if the competition is willing to pay a league for a partnership.
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NBC Connecticut: Dan Hurley inks new $32.1 million contract with UConn
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management, talks about the six-year deal for the Huskies basket ball coach after leading the team to a national championship.
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CT Public Radio: On guard! Young CT resident new to fencing dives into national arena
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management, says fencing is increasing in popularity among grade and high school students and may lead to an athletic scholarship for college.
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LiveNOW from Fox: U.S. House Passes Protection of Women’s and Girls in Sports Act
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management, discusses the passing of the Women’s and Girls in Sports Act by the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Connecticut Public Radio: UFC, WWE combine to form $21.4B sports entertainment company
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management, comments that the World Wrestling Entertainment and the Ultimate Fighting Championship merging to become a new company will maximize their value and bolster their brands.
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New Haven Register: Yale, Ivy League schools face antitrust lawsuit over denying athletic scholarships
Rob Holub, an adjunct professor of sport management, comments on the lawsuit by Brown University basketball players that claims Ivy League schools may have violated the Sherman Act by suppressing compensation for athletic services.