Many know Philadelphia for our robust sports scene and passionate fans (some might say a bit too passionate!). But we also have a world class orchestra and performing arts center. Conductors and soloists from around the world jump at the opportunity to perform here.

People have asked me for years about the origin of our other mascot for the Wilmington Blue Rocks minor league baseball team..a celery stalk. Did this video from Major League Baseball get the legend right? 😉😶😎 mlb.com/video/meet-mr-celery

"LBI" stand for Long Beach Island, an 18 mile long sandy barrier island at the Jersey Shore that is so narrow at some points that the ocean and bay are only blocks apart. This is NOT the "Jersey Shore" of television fame. Although along the same coast, worlds apart. Chill.

What a week! Two World Cup games in three days at the amazing Philadelphia Stadium. 🏟️ ⚽ Well done Philly. Started the week in Rome wrapping up a summer semester teaching International Sports Law to 43 law students from 7 different U.S. law schools.🇮🇹 Next up--July 4th🇺🇸

It's a wrap. An amazing summer semester teaching International Sports Law at our Rome campus to 43 law students from 7 different law schools (yes, our campus overlooks the famous Spanish Steps!) 🇮🇹 Arrivederci Roma. Next up: World Cup matches in Philadelphia ⚽ 🏟️ Ciao.

Conclusion of another amazing semester/academic year at Temple Law School. Look forward to teaching International Sports Law to 50 students from 8 different law schools at our Rome campus this summer. And hope for an invitation back to lecture at Taiwan University Law School.

Always excited for Opening Day for my team, the Wilmington Blue Rocks, a high A affiliate of the Washington Nationals. Last night was no exception. A lopsided loss but a beautiful Spring evening at the ballpark and the post-game fireworks were, as usual, the best anywhere.

I try to include my students in as many Sports Law Program events as possible. When I put out a call for volunteers to assist with the reception to celebrate the launch of the charitable foundation I organized for Julius "Dr. J" Erving and his wife Dorys, they didn't disappoint.

Professor Kenneth Jacobsen was thrilled to welcome Alison Grove, Senior Director for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches in Philadelphia, to his International Sports Law class to provide a behind-the-scenes look at the bid process, planning and preparation for this global event.

Last recipient of Temple Law's "Love for the City Award" was Dawn Staley for her charitable activities in Philadelphia and beyond. Olympic Gold Medal as a player AND coach. WNBA star. Former Temple Women's Head Basketball Coach. Current Head Coach at South Carolina Class act

Favorite image from my time working with Phillies champion Shane Victorino--"The Flyin Hawaiian"--on his charitable foundation and public appearances. Visit to a local high school. Packed house. Shane brought this young fan up on stage. Just a precious moment. Class act.

Grading law school papers and exams at my home in Italy, north of Venice. 🇮🇹 Nothing but vineyards surround our small village of Spilimbergo. The gated medieval city is where I get my coffee in the morning and aperitivo before dinner. Happy Holidays! Peace, joy and health.

Excited to return to our Rome campus to teach International Sports Law during our summer semester. Deep dives into the IOC, FIFA, CAS, financial fair play rules, comparative studies of labor relations in professional sports leagues in Europe and the U.S., and much more.