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The Matthew Sluka Case and the Unkept NIL Promises
Muhammad Hashir | NILvana Sports Since NIL was introduced in 2021, its rights have changed the face of college and even high school sports, granting athletes more than ever before to become creators of their personal brands and cash in. But behind the excitement of million-dollar deals and new money opportunities lies a more complicated
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One Year Too Early: A Preview of the New England Patriots
One Year Too Early: A Preview of the New England Patriots By Kellan Quinn | NILvana Sports Setting the Stage The New England Patriots are entering a fascinating stage of their rebuild. Vegas has set the win total at 8.5, but expecting nine victories from a roster still firmly in development feels premature. While the
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The Long-Term Financial Impact of Early NIL Deals on High School Athletes
The Long-Term Financial Impact of Early NIL Deals on High School Athletes Muhammad Hashir | NILvana Sports In the changing world of youth sports, Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights have opened new opportunities for high school athletes. These rights allow student-athletes to earn money from endorsements, sponsorships, and personal branding, which was previously mainly
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The Economic and Cultural Transformation of the NFL Draft
The Economic and Cultural Transformation of the NFL DraftDr. Joshua S. Greer | NILvana Sports AbstractThis case study examines the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the smallest market in league history to host the event. Drawing approximately 600,000 attendees, the NFL generated over $100 million in economic activity. Pearson correlation analysis revealed a
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NCAA Is Bigger, but the NAIA Moved Faster on NIL Policy Changes
NCAA Is Bigger, but the NAIA Moved Faster on NIL Policy Changes Celia Martin del Valle | NILvana Sports The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has demonstrated a consistent commitment to innovation in collegiate sports policy, particularly in the realm of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights. Notably, while the National Collegiate Athletic Association
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Using Research to Inform a Technical-Centered Curriculum for U9–U12 Youth Soccer Players
Using Research to Inform a Technical-Centered Curriculum for U9–U12 Youth Soccer PlayersDr. Ajit Korgaokar and Dr. Stuart CurrieNordic Football Science Conference 2025 This manuscript is based on the presentation “Using Research to Inform a Technical-Centered Curriculum for U9–U12 Youth Soccer Players,” delivered at the Nordic Football Science Conference (2025) by Dr. Ajit Korgaokar and Dr.
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The NIL Era’s Defining Question: Stay or Go Pro?
The NIL Era’s Defining Question: Stay or Go Pro? Markus Woodbridge | NILvana Sports As the landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (“NIL”) continues to grow to unprecedented levels, every athlete with professional goals faces a more complex decision than ever before. A typical college athlete might play between one and three seasons before declaring
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Emmanuel Waller Ready to Make His Mark at South Alabama
Emmanuel Waller Ready to Make His Mark at South AlabamaBy: Shawn Gates – NILvana Sports Contributor With just weeks remaining until kickoff, South Alabama’s defensive line is adding a new weapon, and he is bringing both size and swagger. Emmanuel Waller, a 6’3”, 267-pound edge rusher, joins the Jaguars after spending his first two seasons
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How Will the Patriots Bounce Back in 2025?
How Will the Patriots Bounce Back in 2025?By: Shawn Gates | NILvana Sports After a challenging 2024 campaign, the New England Patriots enter the new season with renewed confidence, an emerging leader under center, and a roster poised to take a step forward. Offensively, the Patriots are anchored by quarterback Drake Maye, whose poise and
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Grading Cam Ward’s Preseason Debut
Grading Cam Ward’s Preseason DebutBy: Ethan Hu | NILvana Sports Contributor Under the bright lights of Raymond James Stadium, Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward made his much-anticipated NFL debut Saturday night against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The No. 1 overall pick entered the preseason opener with high expectations, and while the sample size was