There are 25 article(s) tagged NIL:

• July 2023

  • Buckley: From Memphis to Nashville, NIL matters are high priority

    Name, image and likeness high on SEC commissioner’s mind.

    By Tim Buckley July 17, 2023

• June 2023

  • ‘We have to deal with it’: Hardaway to host fundraiser amid Tigers’ NIL woes

    More than 100 Memphis basketball supporters will peek inside Penny Hardaway’s house Saturday, June 10, as the coach hunts for stronger backing from program boosters.

    By Parth Upadhyaya June 13, 2023

  • Penny Hardaway not in ‘panic mode’ despite uncertainty this offseason

    Between DeAndre Williams’ recent eligibility battle with the NCAA, Mikey Williams’ ongoing legal situation, Malcolm Dandridge’s potential return and NIL concerns, it’s been a turbulent offseason for the Tigers.

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    St. John’s transfer forward David Jones commits to Memphis

    By Parth Upadhyaya June 05, 2023

• May 2023

  • Tigers Talk: Upadhyaya, Martin on NIL, Kendric Davis’ NBA prospects and more

    The Daily Memphian’s Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin weigh in on Memphis basketball’s NIL issues, the possibility of Mikey Williams or Caleb Love wearing a Tigers jersey next season and Kendric Davis’ chances of getting drafted in next month’s NBA draft.

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    By Parth Upadhyaya, John Martin May 23, 2023

  • Tigers Football Insider: 901 Fund ‘outpacing’ fundraising from last year

    The 901 Fund raised $831,437 in 2022, and co-founder Clay Presley expects that to increase in 2023.

    By Frank Bonner II May 17, 2023

• March 2023

  • U of M athletes, coaches explain how NIL has been a ‘game changer’

    “The best thing about that is now I’m not just helping myself. I’m able to give back and help my mom a little more. Able to help my dad,” University of Memphis Tiger Alex Lomax said during a panel about name, image and likeness opportunities. 

    By Frank Bonner II March 02, 2023

• December 2022

  • ‘I’m still in the season:’ Seth Henigan on NIL and the transfer portal

    Despite the speculation, the University of Memphis quarterback said he never thought about entering the transfer portal. He also believes the NIL era has its pros and cons. And he ‘has all the faith in the world’ for his coach.

    By Frank Bonner II December 15, 2022

• November 2022

  • Buckley: What’s this NIL deal really all about?

    Why all the upROAR in Memphis about athletic director Laird Veatch’s plea to boosters to raise money for student-athletes? Some questions and answers that hopefully will help.

    By Tim Buckley November 24, 2022

  • Coach Silverfield supports Memphis AD’s athlete funding efforts

    The Tigers football coach applauds Laird Veatch’s plea to big-money donors for help with the Name, Image and Likeness program.

    By Frank Bonner II November 21, 2022

  • U of M asks boosters to pay NIL money — or players will be lost

    Tigers ask highest-level donors to contribute big bucks to the University of Memphis’ Name, Image and Likeness program.

    By Tim Buckley November 17, 2022

• July 2022

  • Memphis among top NCAA programs in brand compensation for athletes

    Memphis is ranked in the top 20 in NIL compensation.

    By Steven Johnson July 01, 2022

• May 2022

  • DeAndre Williams may get ‘nice’ NIL package if he returns to Tigers

    Williams remains in the NBA draft process, but the addition of transfer Kendric Davis and more NIL opportunities keep Memphis in the picture.

    By John Martin May 17, 2022

  • U of M launches NIL marketplace for student-athletes

    Brands, sponsors and other supporters will have access to reach all Tigers athletes by using the new marketplace website. 

    By Frank Bonner II May 03, 2022

• April 2022

  • General Assembly passes tweak to law affecting college athletes

    The bill, sponsored by state Rep. Kevin Vaughan (R-Collierville), amends last year’s name, image and likeness law, which allowed college athletes to get paid while still prohibiting their schools from paying them directly.

    By Ian Round April 10, 2022

• March 2022

  • Memphis Tigers supporters launch 901 Fund for name, likeness and image opportunities

    The Memphis men’s and women’s basketball teams, plus the football team, will have access to the fund to start off.

    By Steven Johnson March 29, 2022

• February 2022

  • Landers Nolley II gets ‘Boosted’ with new NIL deal

    He’s the latest Tiger to secure an NIL partnership.

    By Steven Johnson February 16, 2022

• January 2022

  • Tigers freshman Jalen Duren set to release NFT

    The projected NBA draft lottery pick is set to release a non-fungible token as part of the inaugural “Candy Sweet Futures” college basketball line.

    By Steven Johnson January 27, 2022

• December 2021

  • Memphis center Jalen Duren signs NIL deal with Bose

    The Tigers freshman center has added a big name to his NIL portfolio.

    By Steven Johnson December 16, 2021

• November 2021

  • Tigers’ Lester Quinones makes foray into fashion world with Effortles label

    The Memphis Tigers guard is introducing his own line thanks to a name, image and likeness partnership with In-House. 

    By Steven Johnson November 30, 2021

  • Memphis Tigers make (T-shirt) history!

    Memphis fans have high hopes this Tigers team will make history. The T-shirts already have. 

    By Geoff Calkins November 10, 2021

• September 2021

  • Calvin Austin III signs NIL deal with The Wing Guru

    This is Austin’s first deal since the NCAA started allowing players to make money from their name, image and likeness.

    By Frank Bonner II September 30, 2021

  • Emoni Bates signs with Roc Nation for NIL representation

    Raymond Brothers of Roc Nation will help the budding Memphis star navigate the name, image and likeness landscape.

    By Steven Johnson September 29, 2021

  • Tigers center Jalen Duren signs NIL deal with VaynerSports

    The projected NBA draft top-five pick committed to the name, image and likeness deal with the talent management agency on Monday.

    By Steven Johnson September 27, 2021

• July 2021

  • Memphis announces ‘MaximUM’ program as new NCAA compensation era begins

    The Tigers will work with company Opendorse as student-athletes will be able earn money from social media and branding.

    By Steven Johnson July 01, 2021

  • Quindell Johnson, Landers Nolley II sign endorsement deals

    The two U of M players are among the first Memphis athletes to sign endorsement deals.

    By Steven Johnson July 01, 2021