If you are a college student athlete in Pennsylvania who has signed a contract with an athlete agent and is having second thoughts, you have a powerful legal right: the right to cancel — no explanations required.
The 14-Day Cancellation Right
Under Pennsylvania’s Revised Uniform Athlete Agents Act (5 Pa.C.S. § 3512), a student athlete — or, if the student athlete is a minor, a parent or guardian — may cancel an agency contract by giving written notice of cancellation to the athlete agent no later than 14 days after the contract was signed.
Can You Waive the Right to Cancel?
No. Pennsylvania law explicitly prohibits waiving the 14-day cancellation right. Any contract clause that attempts to take away this right is void and unenforceable. If an agent presents you with a contract including a waiver of your cancellation rights, that is itself a red flag and potentially a violation of the Act.
Do You Have to Return Anything After Cancellation?
No. If you cancel within the 14-day window, you are not required to pay any consideration under the contract — and you do not have to return any consideration the agent gave you to influence you to sign.
How Do You Cancel?
The cancellation must be in writing — a written document, email, or other retrievable format. Send it directly to the athlete agent before the 14-day deadline expires. Keep a copy and document proof of delivery.
What If It Is Past 14 Days?
Once the 14-day window passes, the statutory right to cancel no longer applies. However, you may still have contractual remedies depending on the contract terms, or legal remedies if the agent committed fraud or other misconduct. An attorney can help you evaluate your options.
PA Revised Uniform Athlete Agents Act – § 3512
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What Should You Do Next?
Pennsylvania law is complex and deadlines can be short. This article is general legal information — not legal advice specific to your situation.
- Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network – Find Free Help Near You
- PA Courts Self-Help Center
- Lawyer Referral – PA Bar Association
If you cannot afford an attorney, contact your local legal aid office. Time-sensitive legal matters require fast action.