Global Winter School on Sports Law and Practice (8–15 December 2025)
Organised by the School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR
The intersection of sports and law is expanding faster than ever, and understanding its nuances has become essential for anyone working in the legal or sporting ecosystem. To support this growing need, the School of Law at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR, is hosting the Global Winter School on Sports Law and Practice from 8 to 15 December 2025 in a hybrid format.
About CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
CHRIST University has long been known for its commitment to excellence and service. Established in 1969 by the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate and later recognised as a Deemed University in 2008, it has grown into one of India’s leading multi-disciplinary institutions. Ranked among the top 100 universities in India (NIRF 2023) and placed globally in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, CHRIST continues to build a strong academic reputation.
The Delhi NCR campus carries forward this legacy with an emphasis on holistic development and high academic standards.
About the School of Law, Delhi NCR
Established in 2019, the School of Law at the Delhi NCR campus offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes aligned with BCI and UGC standards. The curriculum blends theory with hands-on learning through internships, moot courts, trial advocacy, client counselling, legal aid work, and skill-based workshops. The school’s teaching approach is designed to prepare students for real-world legal challenges and help them enter the profession with confidence.
About the Winter School
This one-week intensive programme offers a deep dive into the legal, regulatory, commercial, and ethical issues shaping international and Indian sports. The curriculum moves from foundational concepts to advanced contemporary questions, including a detailed discussion of the National Sports Governance Act, 2025.
Key Learning Objectives
Participants will explore:
• The regulatory framework governing ethics, governance, doping, and liability in sports
• The commercial and intellectual property dimensions of sports trade, commerce, tourism, and antitrust
• How dispute resolution, ADR mechanisms, and international arbitration operate in sports conflicts
• The role of gender justice, inclusivity, and policy reforms in shaping modern sports law
Outcomes for Participants
By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:
• Understand the legal foundations of sports governance
• Draft sports contracts, player agreements, and IP licences used in sports commerce
• Analyse regulatory questions around gambling, betting, and other emerging issues
Who Can Register?
Advocates, faculty members, research scholars, and anyone with an interest in sports law.
Perks
Participants will receive e-certificates upon attending all sessions and submitting the feedback forms.
Tentative Speakers
The Winter School brings together an international panel of experts from Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Barbados, and leading Indian universities and institutions. The list includes:
• Juan Crespo Ruiz-Huerta (Sports Lawyer, Spain)
• Reitumetse Pilane (Sports Lawyer; FIFA & FA Licensed Agent, Spain)
• Shahin Razazi (Sports Legal Advisor, Portugal)
• Petra Pocrnic Perica (CAS Arbitrator, Switzerland)
• Dr. Adetutu Aina (University of the West Indies, Barbados)
• Faculty from CHRIST University, GNLU, WBNUJS, and Minerva Academy FC
…and several other distinguished academics and practitioners.
Important Details
• Dates: 8–15 December 2025
• Mode: Hybrid
• Registration Fee:
– Online: ₹2000
– Offline: ₹3500
– International: USD 50
(Fee waivers for international participants may be considered on request.)
• Last Date to Register: 6 December 2025
Registration & Payment Links
Payment:
https://ncr.christuniversity.in/e-services-online-payment-portalncr
(Choose FEST/CONFERENCE/WORKSHOP/EVENT → Winter School Sports Law (External Participants) → Continue)
Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/10-ekDCGbgm_tr6w0oGlSdKRsDxAXZnvoj8wIMIY1lgM
Contact
Dr. Dhawal Shankar Srivastava
Assistant Professor, School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR
+91 84484 55189
dhawal.shankar@christuniversity.in
So what’s keeping you waiting? Go and register now.