(Cypress, Calif. and Lincoln, Neb. – February 19, 2025) – Cypress College today announced a groundbreaking partnership with Opendorse, the college athletics NIL leader, to provide Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) resources and education for Chargers student-athletes.
Cypress College becomes the first California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A) institution to partner with Opendorse, marking an historic milestone for college athletics.
“Our top priority is providing student-athletes with a memorable athletic and educational experience focused on growth and development. This partnership provides access to high-quality NIL resources and a platform that empowers Cypress College student-athletes to make the most of available opportunities,” said Wes McCurtis, Cypress College Athletic Director.
Through this partnership, Cypress student-athletes will have the opportunity to create a profile on the Chargers-branded NIL Marketplace, a platform for businesses and fans to browse, book, pitch, and complete NIL activities with student-athletes. It has never been easier for supporters to connect with their favorite athletes for social media endorsements, in-person appearances, video shoutouts, autographs, and more. Transactions are securely managed through Opendorse Wallet™, ensuring compliance and ease of use, all tracked and supported by athletic department leadership.
“In this new era of college athletics, Cypress College is leading the way in empowering student-athletes to maximize their potential through NIL,” said Opendorse Co-Founder & President, Collegiate Operations Blake Lawrence. “This investment in student-athlete success is a statement. By joining the Opendorse network, Chargers student-athletes will have access to the same best-in-class tools used by athletes and administrators at biggest programs across the country.”
In addition to NIL monetization, Cypress College will collaborate with Opendorse’s industry experts to provide comprehensive NIL education. Student-athletes will receive training on personal branding, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship through Opendorse’s NIL Masterclass and virtual workshops. They will also gain access to exclusive programs like MindMoves Mental Health by Movember and NIL Real Estate, which offers athletes the opportunity to earn a free real estate license.
About Opendorse
Opendorse is the leading athlete network and collegiate technology company, providing products and services to the Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) endorsement industry. 150K+ athletes use Opendorse to build and monetize their name, image, and likeness with support from hundreds of colleges and thousands of brands, fans, donors, and partners.
For media inquiries, contact Opendorse VP, Collegiate Services & Marketing Julian Valentin at julian.valentin@opendorse.com.
