A recent Yahoo Sports article has emphasized the rising issue of college athletics leaders grappling with significant challenges, particularly concerning Title IX compliance, in the wake of the House v. NCAA settlement. The landmark $200 million settlement has brought about considerable financial pressures, leaving many administrators uncertain about how to maintain gender equity in sportsContinue reading “Difficulties in Navigating Title IX Emerge from NCAA Settlement”
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House v. NCAA Lawsuit Expected to End College Athletics Amateurism Model
The impending settlement of the House v. NCAA case that took place Thursday, May 23 is set to dramatically reshape the landscape of college athletics. Central to the case is the implementation of a revenue-sharing model where, according to a CBS Sports article, athletes would receive compensation not only for the use of their names,Continue reading “House v. NCAA Lawsuit Expected to End College Athletics Amateurism Model”
NCAA Now Providing NIL Services with the help of Teamworks
As of yesterday morning, the NCAA announced their selection for the company that will help them provide NIL management services. Let’s talk about who they chose, what this deal entails, and what it means for the NIL industry. In a bid to navigate the complex terrain of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights for student-athletes,Continue reading “NCAA Now Providing NIL Services with the help of Teamworks”
Virginia Becomes the First State in History to Allow Schools to Pay Athletes for NIL
As of yesterday morning, April 18, Virginia has enacted a pioneering law allowing their colleges/universities to compensate athletes through name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals, signaling a notable progression towards the commercialization of college sports. Beginning July 1, this legislation stands as the first of its kind to prevent NCAA penalties against schools compensating athletesContinue reading “Virginia Becomes the First State in History to Allow Schools to Pay Athletes for NIL”
With the Growing NIL Industry, Athletes are in Need of Financial Literacy Now More than Ever
In the wake of the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) era, college athletes are facing a novel challenge: managing their finances. With newfound opportunities to monetize their personal brands, these athletes are stepping into a realm where financial literacy is crucial. However, it’s not uncommon to find athletes ill-equipped to navigate this landscape, lacking both knowledgeContinue reading “With the Growing NIL Industry, Athletes are in Need of Financial Literacy Now More than Ever”
Let’s Talk About What Everyone’s Talking About: Women’s College Basketball
Women’s college basketball (WBB) has seen a remarkable surge in popularity and engagement with this past season being marked by unprecedented achievements. From soaring television viewership to record-breaking attendance figures, the sport’s growth is undeniable, not to mention exciting. This surge is attributed not only to the captivating performances of star players and the intensityContinue reading “Let’s Talk About What Everyone’s Talking About: Women’s College Basketball”
The White Sox Add 12 New Athletes to Their CHISOX Athlete NIL Program
The Chicago White Sox have made significant strides in their “CHISOX Athlete” NIL program, signing 12 college athletes from various sports to their 2024 roster. Among the recruits are notable names like Robbie Avila, Carnell Tate, and Kylie Feuerbach. Avila, a freshman basketball player at the University of Texas, is a highly touted prospect knownContinue reading “The White Sox Add 12 New Athletes to Their CHISOX Athlete NIL Program”
Let’s Talk About Ted Cruz’s NIL Roundtable
On March 12th, Senator Ted Cruz hosted a roundtable concerning the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) legislation on college sports. Let’s break down who was there, what was discussed, and what it means for the evolution of NIL athletes. Cruz, alongside former NFL player Tim Tebow and college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit, ledContinue reading “Let’s Talk About Ted Cruz’s NIL Roundtable”
We Interviewed the Next Athlete Influencer Sensation: Chandler Hayden
In our most recent episode, the Name Image Likeness podcast team sat down with Chandler Hayden, a track star from Alabama quickly rising to fame on social media. In fact, according to a Total Pro Sports article, some are even considering Hayden as the “new Olivia Dunne of college sports.” With over 200k Instagram followers,Continue reading “We Interviewed the Next Athlete Influencer Sensation: Chandler Hayden”
We Broke Down GHSA’s Appendix ‘N’ So You Don’t Have To
Appendix ‘N’ of the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) provides guidelines that student-athletes must follow when engaging in any Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) activities. For student-athletes to benefit from any commercial partnerships in compliance with GHSA regulations, Appendix ‘N’ states that certain conditions must be met. The first restriction asserts compensation should not beContinue reading “We Broke Down GHSA’s Appendix ‘N’ So You Don’t Have To”
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