On 17 October 2025, the 3rd BAT Conference brought together more than 70 participants from 37 countries to discuss current developments and practical issues related to the Basketball Arbitral Tribunal (BAT).
The event opened with a welcome address by BAT President Prof. Ulrich Haas, followed by presentations from members of the BAT Secretariat and representatives of FIBA and Jus Mundi. Topics included recent BAT activities and procedural developments, FIBA’s role in assisting with the enforcement of BAT awards, and the introduction of POP – a new fast-track procedure for simple debt collection claims.
Further sessions addressed the impact of recent ECJ and ECHR rulings on BAT proceedings and showcased Jus Mundi as a valuable research platform for BAT users. The day concluded with an interactive floor discussion, allowing participants to engage directly with the BAT representatives.
Speakers and Presentations
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Haas
University of Zurich
President of the BAT
Welcome address and introduction to the Conference
Dr. Heiner Kahlert
Martens Rechtsanwaelte
Head of Case Management at the BAT
Presentation: “BAT activity report & developments since the last BAT Conference”
Benjamin Schindler
Senior Legal Affairs Manager
Fédération Internationale de Basketball (FIBA)
Presentation: “Update on FIBA’s assistance in the honouring of BAT awards”
David Menz
Martens Rechtsanwaelte
Deputy Head of Case Management at the BAT
Presentation: “POP – A new fast-track procedure for simple debt collection claims”
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Haas
University of Zurich
President of the BAT
Presentation: “BAT, the SFT and the implications of the latest ECJ and ECHR rulings on BAT proceedings”
Nicole Kim
Jus Mundi
Director of Legal Content
Presentation: Jus Mundi