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Born | Chandler, Arizona, U.S. | August 25, 1999
Nationality | American |
Education | Niagara University (BS), Arizona State University (JD Candidate, Masters of Sports Law and Business) |
Occupation(s) | Sports Agent, Legal Extern |
Years active | 2024–present |
Employer | Ballengee Group |
Cesare P. "Chaz" DeLuca (born August 25, 1999) is an American sports agent, specializing in baseball. He is currently working as a Sports Agent and Legal Extern at the Ballengee Group in Arizona.
Early life and playing career[edit]
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DeLuca was born in Chandler, Arizona and attended Hamilton High School, where he was part of the baseball team that won the 6A State Championships in 2016 and 2017[1]. He began his college career at Gateway Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree in 2019 and served as the team captain for the baseball team[2].
DeLuca then transferred to Niagara University, graduating in May 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management. At Niagara, he was a Division I athlete and captain of the varsity baseball team[2]. He also played collegiate summer baseball for the Kokomo Jackrabbits in the Northwoods League, showcasing his skills and leadership on the field[3].
Following his undergraduate studies, DeLuca enrolled at the University at Buffalo School of Law for a year before transferring to the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University in June 2023. He is pursuing a Doctor of Law (JD) degree and a Master's degree in the Allan "Bud" Selig Sports Law and Business program, expected to graduate in December 2025[4].
Professional career[edit]
DeLuca began his professional career in April 2024 as a Sports Agent and Legal Extern at the Ballengee Group[2]. He has also been an Associate Editor for the Arizona State Sports & Entertainment Law Journal since August 2023, focusing on sports law, editing, research, and writing[5].
DeLuca participated in the 2024 Diamond Dollars Case Competition as an Independent Analyst for the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR), where he developed a metric for evaluating the strategic impact of foul balls[6].
Publications[edit]
DeLuca has contributed to the field of sports law with his publications:
"The NCAA Player Rights Initiative: Modernizing NCAA Athlete Representation"[5][7].
"From Data to Deals: The Evolution of Sports Negotiations in the Age of AI"[8].
"Expanding the Field: The Impact of MLB’s Antitrust Exemption on Future Cities and Cultures"[5][9].
"Navigating NIL and Antitrust Concerns: The Perfect Game and Fanatics Deal"[10].
"Navigating NIL: The Evolving Landscape of College Baseball and Its Broader Impacts"[11].
Internships[edit]
DeLuca held several internships that honed his skills in media, communication, and sports management. As a Sports Broadcasting Intern at Niagara University from August 2020 to May 2021, he assisted with in-game entertainment, managing the camera, scoreboard operations, in-stadium music/sound effects, and ESPN broadcasts for multiple Division I sporting events. From August 2019 to May 2020, DeLuca served as a Social Media Intern for Niagara University Baseball, where he created digital content weekly to help increase the program's fanbase and recruitment interest[2].
Certifications and Awards[edit]
DeLuca holds several certifications, including Thomson Reuters Essential Legal Research, MLBPA General Certification Exam, and a Hootsuite Platform Certification (Social Marketing) [2]. He has been consistently recognized on the President’s List for his academic excellence and served as team captain of the baseball teams at both Gateway Community College and Niagara University[12].
References[edit]
- ^ Cronkite News. "Following NCAA, MiLB departures, Hamilton baseball begins quest for third straight state championship." March 21, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e LinkedIn Profile of Cesare P. DeLuca
- ^ Baseball-Reference: Cesare DeLuca
- ^ Arizona State University. "Sports Law and Business, MSLB." ASU Degree Search. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ a b c Arizona State University. "Arizona State Sports and Entertainment Law Journal (SELJ)." Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ Society for American Baseball Research (SABR). "2024 Diamond Dollars Case Competition." SABR. February 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ DeLuca, Cesare (June 25, 2024). "The NCAA Player Rights Initiative: Modernizing NCAA Athlete Representation". DeLuca SLB.
- ^ DeLuca, Cesare (June 25, 2024). "From Data to Deals: The Evolution of Sports Negotiations in the Age of AI". DeLuca SLB.
- ^ DeLuca, Cesare (June 25, 2024). "Expanding the Field: The Impact of MLB's Antitrust Exemption on Future Cities and Cultures". DeLuca SLB.
- ^ DeLuca, Cesare (June 25, 2024). "Navigating NIL and Antitrust Concerns: The Perfect Game and Fanatics Deal". DeLuca SLB.
- ^ DeLuca, Cesare (June 25, 2024). "Navigating NIL: The Evolving Landscape of College Baseball and Its Broader Impacts". DeLuca SLB.
- ^ Niagara University Athletics. "Cesare DeLuca." Niagara University. April 2021. Retrieved June 17, 2024.