MEET THE TEAM

Meet the Editors

Madeline Maday, 2025
Co-Editor In Chief

Madeline is a 3L at Villanova Law from Clarkston, Michigan. She graduated from Emory University with a major in Political Science and a minor in Sociology while competing on Emory's softball team. During Madeline’s career, the team won three United Athletic Association conference championships with two NCAA National Championship appearances, including a National Runner-Up finish in 2019. After undergrad, Madeline served as the head varsity softball coach at Detroit Country Day High School and as a private pitching instructor. After law school, Madeline hopes to pursue a legal career in NCAA collegiate athletics where she can continue her passion for student-athlete advocacy.

Zack Slogoff, 2025
Co-Editor In Chief

Zack is a 3L at the Charles Widger School of Law from Lower Merion, Pennsylvania. He graduated from the University of Miami in 2022 with a B.A. in Political Science and a Minor in Communications Studies. Zack played varsity basketball at Lower Merion High School, the late Kobe Bryant's alma matter, where he was coached by Greg Downer. He spent two summers in college interning at Dilworth & Paxson LLP where he gained experience in the corporate law world, and he hopes to combine his love of athletics with his corporate interest in his future legal career. While basketball remains his passion, Zack enjoys and follows all sports and is an enormous Philly sports supporter.

Emma Spisak, 2025
Contributing Editor

Emma Spisak is a 3L at the Charles Widger School of Law and is originally from Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania. She graduated magna cum laude from Penn State University with a major in public relations and a minor in business. While at Penn State, Emma was a member and 2-year captain of the field hockey team, a 4-time academic all-American, and a Kappa Tau Alpha Honor Society member. Emma is passionate about volunteering within her community and founded a community service board for her team during her time at Penn State. After law school, Emma hopes to use her legal education, athletics experience, and passion for fitness and wellness to advocate for collegiate student-athletes.

Juhi Patel, 2026
Contributing Editor

Juhi Patel is a 2L at the Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law. Originally, she was born in Gujarat, India and grew up in Edison, NJ. She graduated from Rutgers University’s School of Environmental and Biological Sciences with a double major in Exercise Science and Sports Studies & Political Science. Growing up, she was a dancer, choreographer, and teacher in the style of Bollywood fusion. If she isn't at a hockey game, she is climbing mountains and hiking National Parks. Juhi hopes to one day secure a position as in-house counsel for a professional hockey league or team. While she will occasionally cheer for Philly sports, her true loyalty belongs to the New York Islanders.

Ryan Magill, 2026
Contributing Editor

Ryan is a 2L from Long Island, New York. He graduated from Stony Brook University with a B.A. in Journalism and Political Science in 2022, as well as an M.A. in Public Policy in 2023. At Stony Brook, Ryan wrote for the school newspaper’s sports section, worked in the Athletics’ Communication department, and wrote his Political Science Honors Thesis on the historical intersection of athletes participating in activist efforts. After law school, Ryan hopes to pursue a career in contract negotiation for either a professional sports team or an agency.

Meet the Staff Writers

Morgan Blunt, 2026

Morgan is a 2L at Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law and is originally from Charleston, South Carolina. Prior to attending college, she was a competitive dancer for eleven years. While at the University of South Carolina, she was Elections Commissioner for the University of South Carolina Student Government, Co-President of the Pre-Law National Black Law Students Association, Policies and Procedures Chair for the Iota Chi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, and Engagement Chair for the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter. She graduated with a B.A. in Political Science with a concentration in International Politics and a minor in Spanish. Morgan is an avid sports fan and is passionate about gender and racial issues in sports. After graduating, she hopes to utilize her legal background in assisting athletes in financial decisions, managing media deals, and contract negotiations.

Jacob Goldstein, 2026

Jacob is a 2L at Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law and is originally from South Florida. In high school, he played four years of basketball and was named varsity captain his senior year. He graduated from the University of Florida with a B.A. in Criminology. During his time there, Jacob partnered with UF Levin College of Law students and served as a Section Representative for the annual Entertainment and Sports Law Society symposium. After graduating, he began working for the Philadelphia Phillies as a ticket services representative and continues to work part-time for the team. Jacob has a deep passion for sports and, thanks to family ties to the area, is a long-time fan of all the major Philadelphia teams. After law school, he hopes to work within the sports industry.

Christian Novarro, 2025

Christian is a 3L at the Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law. Originally from Long Island, New York, he graduated from Villanova University’s School of Business with a B.B.A in Economics and Business Analytics. Christian is a die-hard Baseball and Football fan who would like to combine his business analytical background and legal education to work in either the MLB or NFL.

John O'Reilly, 2026

John is a 2L from Montville, NJ. He attended Stonehill College where he majored in history. While at Stonehill, he was a member of the basketball team. He also worked in the athletic department as a home events assistant at Stonehill. In addition to basketball, he has a passion for golf. After law school, John hopes to combine his passion for sports and the law by working within professional sports.

Gabby Painter, 2026

Gabby Painter is a 2L from Spring City, Pennsylvania. She earned her B.A. at Franklin & Marshall College where she double majored in Philosophy and Sociology. While at F&M, she was captain of the Women’s Club Soccer team. Throughout her childhood, Gabby played basketball, soccer, and softball. She has spent summers working as a sports camp coach, helping young girls with their soccer and basketball skills. Gabby is excited to combine her passion for sports with her interest in law. She is a big Philly fan, and her favorite teams are the Eagles and Sixers. After law school, Gabby hopes to work on the team side of player contract negotiations in the NBA.

MEET THE TEAM

Meet the Editors

Madeline Maday, 2025 Co-Editor In Chief

Zack Slogoff, 2025 Co-Editor In Chief

Emma Spisak, 2025 Contributing Editor