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Thursday, September 19, 2024

Business of College Athletics

Between unprecedented conference realignments, historic media rights deals, the wild world of NIL, and high-stakes competition, this space couldn’t be more exciting right now, but you need someone to help you make sense of it all. That’s where we come in.

Dec 1, 2023; Lynchburg, VA, USA; New Mexico State Aggies wide receiver Trent Hudson (14) celebrates a touchdown catch against the Liberty Flames during the fourth quarter at Williams Stadium.

Several Schools Are Interested in Joining the Mountain West

Sacramento State and New Mexico State are among those looking to move.
September 19, 2024
Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont, arriving to the hearing where Gary Gensler, Chair, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission would testify before the COMMITTEE ON BANKING, HOUSING, AND URBAN AFFAIRS hearing on “Oversight of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.”

Political NIL Deals Open Another Window for College Athlete Paydays

Two University of Montana athletes have signed NIL deals endorsing political candidates.
September 18, 2024
Tennessee wide receiver Mike Matthews (10) runs downfield after making a catch during the NCAA College football game against Kent State on Saturday, September 14, 2024, in Knoxville, Tenn.

Tennessee Plans ‘Talent Fee’ Ticketing to Fund Athlete Revenue-Sharing

The school will implement a 10% “talent fee” on football tickets.
September 17, 2024
Sep 14, 2024; Logan, Utah, USA; Utah State Aggies interim head coach Nate Dreiling leads his team out onto the field before playing against the Utah Utes at Merlin Olsen Field at Maverik Stadium.

What’s Next for the Mountain West After Pac-12 Expansion

The conference isn’t in the worst position, thanks to a nine-figure cushion.
September 17, 2024