WHO WILL BE “THE GUY” AT PENN STATE?
When all is said in done, Penn State football fans just might remember James Franklin as The Guy Before “The Guy”. Before consecutive losses to Oregon, UCLA and Northwestern added…
WHO WILL BE THE NEXT SWAMP KING?
In the days of Steve Spurrier and Urban Meyer, University of Florida football fans had it good. The Gators were consistent winners on the highest of levels and the program…
Navigating NIL Laws: What Every College Athlete Needs to Know in 2025
The world of college sports changed forever in the summer of 2021. A landmark decision opened the door for student-athletes to earn money from their personal brand. This shift created…
State-by-State Breakdown: How NIL Laws Differ Across the U.S.
Understanding how name, image, and likeness rules vary by state helps athletes, fans, and sponsors act with confidence. As of June 30, 2021, the NCAA approved an interim policy letting…
From Pay-to-Play to NIL: Understanding the Legal Line
We guide you through the legal shift that reshaped college athletics and athlete compensation. The NCAA adopted an interim policy on June 30, 2021, after the Supreme Court’s Alston decision.…
Monetizing NIL Without a Huge Following: Strategies for Niche Athletes
We guide you through practical steps so a smaller audience can create real opportunities. This introduction explains how name, image, and likeness function as rights you control and how you…
Top NIL Success Stories: Athletes Who Transformed Their Image Into Income
We present a practical guide to how modern college athletes turn on-field performance and social media presence into real revenue today. In 2024, headline valuations and brand deals showed the…
NIL Compliance Checklist for Colleges and Universities
NIL stands for name, image, and likeness and gives students legal control over commercial use of their persona. Since July 2021, NCAA interim guidance and state laws have let college…
The Future of NIL Legislation: What’s Next From State and Federal Lawmakers?
We stand at a turning point for college athletics. On June 30, 2021, the NCAA adopted an interim policy that let student-athletes monetize their name, image, and likeness. That change…
Crowdfunding vs NIL Platforms: What’s Better for Supporting College Athletes?
We map the choices that fans and supporters face when backing collegiate talent. Crowdfunding offers a community-driven route, while NIL Platforms provide structured discovery, clear “From $” pricing, and secure…
