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Let’s Talk: Mental Health and NIL
For most athletes, NIL is new. And when something is new, it can carry many emotions such as excitement, uncertainty, or stress. Like anything else, athletes should consider their mental well-being before diving into NIL. There are time demands, possible...
NIL Opportunities Can Close the Scholarship Gap
98% of student-athletes will have their athletic career end when they walk across the stage to get their diploma. The window is small. To make the most of their time in the spotlight and maximize their college experience,...
Most Marketable Collegiate Gymnasts
Ranking the top 10 gymnasts across the NCAA, based on NIL Value: 1. Sunisa Lee | Auburn University A 2020 Olympic medalist taking home gold in All-Around, silver with Team USA in the team competition, and bronze...
TaeVheon and SaeVheon Alcorn: Building Brands Since the Vine Era to Maximize the NIL Era
Twin brothers SaeVheon and TaeVheon Alcorn are multi-talented. They're runners and entrepreneurs who have started two businesses. They’re former Vine stars that had 2M+ followers combined. They’ve used their experience and talents to become leaders in the NIL era. ...
NIL Compliance Reminders for 2022
Welcome to 2022, college athletes! A new year and new semester (or quarter) means another refresher on the rules. While each school has its own NIL policy, here are four general compliance reminders as you get back into the swing of things. Be careful...
Pursuing a Passion for Art with Danielle Hart
Wisconsin Volleyball star Danielle Hart is a creative at heart. After starting a business last October to sell her artwork, she was finally able to share it with fans on July 1. On a 17-hour drive from her hometown of...