NIL

Courts approve $2.8 billion settlement with NCAA over student-athlete compensation
Late last week, a U.S. judge approved a $2.8 billion settlement with the NCAA that will allow institutions to compensate student-athletes for NIL commercial use from past, present, and future opportunities. U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken in th...

High-ranking high school player turns down $750K NIL deal
One of the top high school football prospects in the nation recently turned down a name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal that would have paid the sophomore $750,000. Cameron Pritchett, from Thompson High School in Alabama, turned down the NIL deal ...

NCHSAA commissioner speaks on navigating NIL landscape
With Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) cleared for high school student-athletes since a judge's ruling in October 2024, the North Carolina High School Athletics Association (NCHSAA) is trying to stay ahead of the game. NCHSAA commissioner Que Tucker...

Former NBA player Kendrick Perkins’ NIL company accused of predatory practices
An NIL company co-founded by former NBA player Kendrick Perkins has been accused of predatory practices. The company, Nilly, offers to pay high school and college athletes cash upfront in exchange for a portion of their name, image, and likeness d...

LHSAA partners with NIL Club to provide education and compliance with student-athletes
In communication with the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) NIL Club is proud to share the launch of the NIL Club APP in Louisiana. This opportunity aims to create a healthy and compliant environment for high school Name, Image, a...

SDHSAA amendment to clarify NIL rules for student-athletes
The South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) is attempting to better clarify standards around governing name, image, and likeness (NIL) rules for high school student-athletes. A recent story from the Watertown Public Opinion detail...

FHSAA releases first NIL proposal
The Florida High School Athletic Association has put forth its first proposal that would allow student-athletes to be compensated for their name, image, and likeness (NIL). The FHSAA Board of Directors is set to meet Monday evening to discuss the ...

UConn partners with Accelerate Sports Ventures for NIL resources
UConn is enhancing its already robust student-athlete NIL resources through a partnership with Accelerate Sports Ventures. The firm will serve as a consultant for the athletic department in the NIL space and support the NIL activities of all Husky...