by Julian Valentin | Jun 30, 2025 | Case Studies, Industry News, Influencer Marketing, News, Resources
As the college sports industry enters year five of the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era, there is more clarity—but also more uncertainty—than ever before. The annual Opendorse industry report explores the central challenges, trends, and opportunities of the...
by Julian Valentin | Jun 30, 2023 | Case Studies, Influencer Marketing, News, NIL for Sponsors
Big moments mean big paydays for student-athletes. And many brands are helping them capitalize on those clutch plays and big games. Cheez-It is helping student-athletes “feel the cheeziest” while performing at the highest level. The brand signed NIL deals with four...
by Julian Valentin | Jun 15, 2023 | Case Studies, Endorsements & Sponsorships
With restaurants accounting for 5% of national NIL brand spend, multiple fast-casual restaurants are partnering with student-athletes to spread the word about store openings and new meal options. Let’s explore five fast-casual restaurants activating with...
by Julian Valentin | Jun 9, 2023 | Case Studies, Endorsements & Sponsorships, Influencer Marketing, NCAA, News, NIL for Sponsors
Authentically aligning with its target audiences’ passions and playfully inserting the brand into culture by tapping into a trending phenomenon of fantastically wild facial hair that players rock on court during tournament season. That was the goal for Pringles,...
by Julian Valentin | Apr 3, 2023 | Case Studies, Endorsements & Sponsorships, Influencer Marketing, NCAA, NIL for Athletes, NIL for Sponsors, Sports Marketing
Giannis Antetokounmpo knows what it’s like to be doubted. He knows what it’s like to have the odds stacked up against you. That’s why the two-time NBA MVP teamed up with Degree Deodorant® to celebrate five student-athletes that have made a career out of proving their...
by Julian Valentin | Feb 24, 2023 | Case Studies, Influencer Marketing, NCAA, News, NIL for Athletes, NIL for Sponsors, Sports Marketing
NIL headlines have largely been dominated by consumer packaged goods, luxury car brands and apparel companies. But purpose-driven brands aren’t exempt from the value that student-athletes can bring to their organization’s missions. Youth on Course, a...
