10 Things I Hate About NIL

01/18/23 • 26 min

This week we discuss some of the pitfalls of allowing NIL monetization on the high school level. From additional cameras on the sidelines to potential disparity caused by collectives, we cover it all.

Our NIL Mathlete segment discusses the impact of transfers on high school football ticket sales.

In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the recent mess caused by Olivia Dunne’s fans, Sportico’s predictions for NIL in 2023 and 2024, the launch of The Hilltop Club, Elite Casino Resorts’ support of The Swarm Collective, NILSU’s plans for its Build Your Board event, and Baylor Athletics’ establishment of a NIL advisory council (including work with Startup Waco).

We hear from Nillie Athletes John Hunt and Eathan Thompson. We also discuss our favorite recent NIL deals including Sam Breen’s partnership with the Dakin Humane Society (with help from The Massachusetts Collective) and Alex Junghan’s partnership with Old Hickory Bat Company. Also we give a shoutout to Image Is Everything party bus rentals!
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“During the meeting the Board of Trustees discussed several important topics related to Georgia High School athletics, including a little bit about NIL. ” (05:05-05:10 | Wheeler)
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Our NIL Mathlete segment discusses the impact of transfers on high school football ticket sales.

Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

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This week we discuss the importance of sharing your brand on social media. We debate the importance of large follower counts to indicate success.

Our NIL Mathlete segment discusses the valuations of Bronny James, Arch Manning, and Mikey Williams.

In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the Georgia High School Association’s upcoming meeting regarding NIL on the high school level in Georgia, the agenda for the NCAA Convention, a new Florida NIL bill proposed by Representative Chip LaMarca, the launch of The Tech Way and The Royal Blue collectives, and the announcement that Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker will succeed Mark Emmert as president of the NCAA.

We hear from Nillie Athletes Natalia Bowles and Mike Mims. We also discuss our favorite recent NIL deals including Benjamin Morrison’s deal with Forever Young Sports Cards, Anthony Leal’s use of NIL earnings to repay his sister’s student debt, and Cheez-It’s NIL deal with Mycah Pittman, Garrett Nussmeier, and Tyrone Tracy Jr.

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“With money saved to date, Anthony Leal paid over $50,000 to pay off his sister Lauren's student loan debt. ” (30:05-30:10 | Wheeler)

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Athlete NIL Interviews

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This week we asked our Nillie Athlete, Owen Meister, to interview a few athletes from across the country about their experiences within the NIL world. We also asked Owen to share his own story and experiences. Athletes interviewed include Dante Sellari from West Essex High School, Abellany Mendez from Montclair State University, Sean Moran from Notre Dame University, Jenna Rogers from the University of Nebraska, and Jemal Williams from Lincoln University.

We break down some of the biggest expenses and revenue sources associated with collegiate athletic programs.

We brag about the success of athletes in the Savannah area, including Savannah State’s Nyla Allen and Georgia Southern’s Jalen Finch. We also talk about Auburn gymnastics’ spectacular hype.

We discuss California Assemblymember Chris Holden’s proposed College Athlete Protection Act, recruit Jaden Rashada’s reversal from his commitment to Florida, the Texas One Fund’s Meet and Greet event, and the launch of the 1861 NIL Foundation.

We discuss the merchandise sale success of Nillie Athletes Kedrick Edwards, Nasir Frederick, and Ethan Brown. We also discuss our favorite recent NIL deals, including the launch of Emma Weyant’s swimwear line with Sporti and Johntay Cook II, Justice Finkley, Anthony Hill and Kelvin Banks’ deal with Vanguard Volkswagen.
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“We are so thrilled to have such strong Nillie Athletes.” (19:05-19:10 | Chrissy)