When did it start-1956
Where did it start-Washington, D.C.
First leaders-Abe Gibron, Darte Lavelli, and Creighton Miller
Led to the union being formed- Players didn't have rights on how much they get paid for or if they would get paid.
Members- 50
Mission/Purpose- To provide players with formal representation to negotiate compensation and the terms of a collective bargaining agreement.
Current union Leader-Eric Winston
Where did it start-Washington, D.C.
First leaders-Abe Gibron, Darte Lavelli, and Creighton Miller
Led to the union being formed- Players didn't have rights on how much they get paid for or if they would get paid.
Members- 50
Mission/Purpose- To provide players with formal representation to negotiate compensation and the terms of a collective bargaining agreement.
Current union Leader-Eric Winston
Current news/issues- A series of strikes and lockouts have acurred through out the unions existence largely due to monetary and benefit disputes between the players and the owners.