LSU guard Flau'jae Johnson has decided to forgo the 2025 WNBA Draft instead of returning for her senior season to further capitalize on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities. While she has not yet confirmed whether she will remain at LSU or enter t...
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State Farm Steps Up in NIL: How the Insurance Giant is Partnering with College Basketball’s Brightest Stars
04/12/2025
As the world of college athletics continues to evolve under the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era, brands are racing to form meaningful partnerships with student-athletes who influence culture both on and off the court. One brand that has firmly planted...
Read More >>The Future of College Basketball in the NIL Era: Opportunity or Obstacle?
04/08/2025
Since the NCAA opened the door to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in 2021, college basketball has entered an era unlike anything before. Once dominated by tradition, local pride, and amateur ideals, the sport is now an evolving marketplace where play...
Read More >>KiKi Rice's Historic NIL Partnership with Jordan Brand Fuels UCLA's Final Four Journey
04/08/2025
Photo By The Source In the evolving landscape of collegiate athletics, few stories resonate as powerfully as that of KiKi Rice. The UCLA junior guard has not only carved out a significant presence on the basketball court but has also made history off it b...
Read More >>Paige Bueckers Opts for Fifth Year: How NIL is Reshaping Women's Basketball Careers
04/08/2025
Photo By Sporting News When UConn star Paige Bueckers announced her decision to return for a fifth year of eligibility, it sent ripples through the women’s college basketball world. In a time when many athletes are eager to leap into the pros, Bueckers' m...
Read More >>Cooper Flagg’s Meteoric Rise: NIL Valuation Hits $4.8 Million at Duke
04/08/2025
Photo By Essential Sports In the ever-evolving world of college sports, few names have captured national attention like Cooper Flagg. The Duke University freshman has taken the basketball scene—and the NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) market—by storm, with...
Read More >>NIL Isn’t Just About Making Money—It’s About Building a Brand
03/09/2025
Why Athletes Who Treat NIL as a Business Will Win Long After Their Playing Days Are Over The NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) era has unlocked massive financial opportunities for college and high school athletes. But while many athletes see NIL as a way to...
Read More >>How to Secure Your First NIL Deal: A Step-by-Step Guide
03/06/2025
The Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era has opened the door for athletes to monetize their personal brand like never before. Whether you're a high school or college athlete, securing your first NIL deal is a major milestone. But where do you start? In thi...
Read More >>Court to the World: Creating a Brand That Resonates Beyond Sports
01/07/2025
For athletes, the court, field, or arena is where they shine the brightest. But in today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the impact of an athlete’s career can extend far beyond the game. Building a personal brand that resonates globally and across i...
Read More >>Building Your Brand: How Athletes Can Stand Out in a Competitive Market
01/05/2025
In today’s world, being an athlete isn’t just about performance on the field or court. It’s about creating a lasting impact during and beyond your athletic career. With the rise of social media and digital platforms, athletes now have the tools to build th...
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