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Nevada NIL Laws: Rules for College and High School Athletes

Nevada has a unique challenge with non-instructional learning (NIL) as home to the “Entertainment Capital of the World.” Assembly Bill 254 (2021) would provide “light” regulation—protecting athletes but leaving universities…

Montana NIL Laws: Rules for College and High School Athletes

Montana offers a unique FCS (Football Championship Subdivision) case study in NIL. Senate Bill 248 (signed 2021, effective June 2023) features the “Institutional Agent” exception—universities CAN serve as agents for…

Missouri NIL Laws: Rules for College and High School Athletes

Missouri has constructed one of the most aggressive NIL frameworks in the nation—the “Missouri Paradigm.” House Bill 417 (2023) created the “Institutional Marketing Associate” (IMA) concept, legally merging collectives into…

Basketball NIL: How Fans sustains College Hoops Players

We open a clear, evidence-based look at how name-image-rights deals reshaped visibility and choices across a season and a year. Cooper Flagg’s single season at Duke showed how fast opportunity…

5 Ways Volleyball Players Can Stand Out in the NIL Era

The landscape of college athletics is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of the NIL policy, allowing athletes to profit from their personal brand. For college volleyball athletes, this…

How hockey players build fan bases on TikTok and YouTube

In today’s digital landscape, social media marketing has become a crucial tool for athletes to expand their reach and connect with fans. We explore how hockey players are leveraging platforms…

Comparing NIL opportunities in volleyball and beach volleyball: which is more profitable?

The landscape of collegiate athletics is undergoing a significant transformation with the emergence of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities. As we explore the world of indoor volleyball and beach…

Golf Fan Club: A New Trend in College Athlete Backing

As the landscape of college athletics continues to evolve, the rise of the Golf Fan Club has emerged as a notable trend. This innovative platform is transforming how fans engage…

Field Hockey in the USA: How International Students Cope with NIL

As collegiate field hockey continues to grow in popularity across the United States, international students are playing an increasingly vital role in shaping the sport. With the introduction of Name,…

New Mexico NIL Laws: Rules for College and High School Athletes

New Mexico was a pioneer state with Senate Bill 94, the Student Athlete Approval Act (2021), which included unique provisions, including a “Shoe Clause” that allowed athletes to wear their…