RallyFuel Blog: Insights, Tips & Stories for Student-Athletes

Swimming NIL: How Fans Support College Swimmers

College swimming has a devoted following—and fans can now directly support their favorite swimmers through NIL. From Olympic hopefuls to conference champions, college swimmers are building meaningful NIL opportunities while…

More Than Money: How We Turned NIL into a Competitive Sport for Fans

Why we stopped treating fans like ATMs and started treating them like a team. NIL isn’t just about transactions—it’s about tribalism. It’s about your school vs. their school. Yet, most…

Breaking Down NIL Guidelines for Olympic-Level Athletes

We open with a clear view of how the 2021 rule change reshaped pathways for name, image and likeness in collegiate sports. The shift let gymnasts — from Suni Lee…

Why Olympic Sports Thrive in the NIL Era

We explain how NIL empowers athletes to build brands around performance, authenticity, and community—not only around big media contracts. Olympic Sports In this era, athletes in many disciplines gain repeated…

Olympic Dreams on a Budget: How Athletes Maximize Opportunities with NIL

Since the NCAA’s 2021 policy change, college competitors in gymnastics and every major sport can earn from their name and image while keeping their college status. This shift created a…

What Happens to NIL Money When an Athlete Transfers?

The transfer portal changes everything. Here’s what happens to your fuel — and how to protect yourself. Quick Answer It depends on the platform. On compliant platforms with automatic refund…

Fan-Fueled Conditional NIL Deals: How Milestone-Based NIL Works

Not all NIL deals should execute immediately. Milestone-based NIL deals tie compensation to verified outcomes—protecting fans while ensuring athletes are paid only when agreed conditions are met. RallyFuel’s Conditional NIL…

How Athletes Are Notified of New NIL Opportunities

Missing NIL opportunities means missing income. College athletes juggle training, classes, travel, and competition—and they can’t afford to constantly check NIL platforms. RallyFuel’s notification system ensures athletes are alerted when…

How Fan Rewards Systems Work on NIL Platforms

NIL platforms don’t just let fans support athletes — many reward fans for their engagement. From points systems to exclusive perks, fan rewards create a two-way relationship between supporters and…

NIL Services That Prioritize Inclusivity for All Athletes

Inclusive NIL means opportunity for all athletes—not just football and basketball stars at Power Five schools. The best NIL platforms prioritize inclusivity by design, creating access for athletes across every…