Richard Bland College Partners with Opendorse to Expand NIL Access for Student-Athletes

(South Prince George, Va. and Lincoln, Neb. – August 26, 2025) – Richard Bland College has announced a partnership with Opendorse, the leading NIL technology, data, and service company. Through this partnership, Richard Bland student-athletes will gain access to the tools, education, and support they need to build their brands and navigate the evolving Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) landscape. 

As a member of Region 10, Richard Bland becomes one of a growing number of NJCAA institutions investing in a complete NIL strategy. The partnership includes a branded Opendorse Marketplace, giving Statesmen student-athletes a centralized platform to connect with fans, brands, and local businesses for compliant NIL opportunities. 

“At Richard Bland College, we believe in providing our student-athletes every opportunity to succeed,” said Scott Newton, Director of Athletics at Richard Bland College. “Partnering with Opendorse allows our Statesmen to grow their personal brands, tell their stories, and maximize their potential beyond the game. We look forward to this partnership to see our athletes evolve and prepare themselves for the changing landscape of college athletics.”

“Opendorse is proud to welcome Richard Bland College to our growing NJCAA network,” said Jake Daugherty, Manager, Collegiate Partnerships at Opendorse. “This partnership ensures their student-athletes are ready to take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way.” 

About Opendorse 

Opendorse is the technology, data, and service platform powering the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) industry for colleges, collectives, consumers, and commercial partners. More than 150,000 athlete influencers use Opendorse to build, promote, and monetize their personal brands through the largest athlete media network. 

For media inquiries, contact Opendorse VP, Collegiate Services & Marketing Julian Valentin at julian.valentin@opendorse.com

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