By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Licensing software creator Octane5 has announced a new partnership with The Brandr Group, developing an authentication program for student athletes. Octane5 is the developer of the top licensing software program BrandComply, the BrandComply College system, as well as the Verity Security Hang Tags and Labels, while TBG is a leading … [Read more...] about Octane5 Enters the NIL Licensing Game with The Brandr Group
College Sports Licensing
Oooh Yeeaaah! Kool-Aid McKinstry Lands NIL Deal With Kool-Aid
It may be the best fit for an NIL deal since the NCAA changed its rules to allow college athletes to earn money from their Name, Image, and Likeness. Alabama star cornerback Ga'Quincy McKinstry, better known as Kool-Aid McKinstry, is now working with the Heinz Kraft-owned property Kool-Aid. McKinstry and Kool-Aid announced the partnership Tuesday on Twitter, with the brand … [Read more...] about Oooh Yeeaaah! Kool-Aid McKinstry Lands NIL Deal With Kool-Aid
Panini and OneTeam To Include NCAA Athletes On Trading Cards
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Recent rule changes at the NCAA are sparking a boom in licensing opportunities, among them a new deal that will allow Panini America to issue trading cards featuring college athletes. The NCAA announced on July 1 that it would allow college athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness, or NIL. As a result, Panini America says it has … [Read more...] about Panini and OneTeam To Include NCAA Athletes On Trading Cards