Texas A&M’s Evan Stewart inks NIL deal with luxury brand Coach

Texas A&M wide receiver Evan Stewart is sure to garner attention with his spectacular catches when the Aggies take the field this fall, but he's already started making waves off the field. Stewart has been promoting Coach on his Instagram, and eventually landed a NIL deal with the luxury fashion brand. RELATED: LSU star Angel…

April 20, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

College College Industry

INFLCR NIL Summit reveals nominees for 2023 NIL awards

Student Athlete NIL revealed the nominees for the NIL awards on Friday, which will be presented at the second-annual INFLCR NIL Summit. The awards gala ceremony will be held on Saturday, June 3 at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta. A selection committee of eight members will decide the eventual winners from the…

April 12, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

College College Industry

Jim Boeheim doubles down on stance regarding NIL, Miami basketball: ‘NIL got them here’

Jim Boeheim, long-time legendary head coach of the Syracuse men's basketball team, recently sparked controversy with his remarks about the Miami Hurricanes. When questioned about his statement -- which involved claiming that Miami basically paid for their team through NIL deals -- Boeheim didn’t waver. “You’re going to get in trouble telling the truth. I…

April 7, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

College College Industry

Duke sophomores ‘you wouldn’t expect to stay’ may come back, says assistant coach Jai Lucas

A number of Blue Devils freshmen are planning on making an unexpected return to Duke next year, shaking up the anticipated roster, according to assistant coach Jai Lucas. "I think this is something that everybody is trying to figure out right now," Lucas said in a recent interview with 247 Sports. "I think this is…

April 5, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

Banner College College Features

Leah Clapper launches NIL Island, says ‘community’ is missing piece of NIL landscape

Leah Clapper's impressive career as a Florida Gator has not only established herself as a highly talented gymnast, but also as a successful content creator. Her work is inspiring athletes all over the country to become involved in the new world of NIL. Clapper had been dreaming of establishing a content creation career and capitalizing…

April 5, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

Banner College College Industry

Charles Barkley rips NIL’s impact on college athletics: ‘It’s a travesty and a disgrace’

NBA great Charles Barkley raised concerns about the potential for wealthy programs to dominate college sports on a recent “60 Minutes” episode. Barkley argued that when big-name schools with the most NIL money are able to sign all the top prospects, the competition in college sports will suffer. RELATED: Andrew Petcash is changing how we…

March 28, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

College College NIL Deals

College HUNKS uplifts women in college sports with batch of NIL deals

College HUNKS is the latest company seeking to empower more women to get their fair share of NIL deals. A leader in the field of NIL contracts, College HUNKS has closed 200 deals with student-athletes. Now, they’re emphasizing female athletes in a variety of sports and of varying ages. They’ve acknowledged the fact that women's…

March 23, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

College College Industry

BYU coach Mark Pope reveals how lack of NIL support is costing recruits

As BYU heads into the competitive Big 12 next season, head basketball coach Mark Pope worries that BYU will struggle to compete with other top programs due to their lack of monetary backing through NIL. When asked if BYU is losing recruiting battles because of NIL, Pope responded, “The short answer is yes. Without getting…

March 17, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

Banner College College Industry

Honest Game assists athletes with resources to achieve academic eligibility in NIL era

Navigating NCAA eligibility is a daunting process, especially with the new addition of NIL deals and ever-evolving regulations. This can make it challenging for high school student-athletes to stay up-to-date and compliant. Honest Game seeks to empower students to overcome those difficulties. Honest Game is a female-founded company that equips schools and student-athletes with the…

March 15, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom

Banner College College NIL Deals

UCLA’s Jaylen Clark signs NIL deal with Newegg, MSI and Seagate Technology

Jaylen Clark, a standout player on the UCLA men's basketball team, has entered a NIL partnership with Newegg, MSI, and Seagate Technology for a basketball-themed marketing campaign. Clark, a 6-foot-5 junior guard from Riverside, California, has earned a reputation for his defensive prowess, recently being named Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year and a second-team…

March 14, 20230Comments

ByMichelle Newblom