FAQs: Helping Your Student-Athletes Manage Their NIL Money
NIL opportunities have opened new financial doors for student-athletes. As an administrator, you play a crucial role in guiding these young adults toward financial success. Here are five frequently asked questions with practical strategies to help student-athletes effectively manage their NIL earnings: 1. How can student-athletes save for taxes on NIL earnings? Many student-athletes may […]
Big Sky Conference Takes a Leadership Role in Technology Investment Through Expanded Teamworks Partnership
The Big Sky Conference is setting a new standard for operational excellence and student-athlete support in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) through an expanded, conference-wide partnership with Teamworks. The enhanced relationship includes 12 institutions adopting Teamworks’ core products—Hub, Academics, and C+R—all programs renewing Teamworks Influencer, the industry’s leading platform for NIL and personal brand-building, and […]
Ahead of July 1: What the Early Teamworks GM Data Tells Us About Rev-Share Planning
With July 1, 2025 on the horizon and more than 60 schools already strategically planning with Teamworks General Manager (GM), the early usage metrics offer a valuable look at how top athletic departments are positioning themselves for success. Here are three key insights that reveal what’s happening behind the curtain: 1. Football Still Drives the […]
Teamworks Influencer and Invesco QQQ Tackle Financial Literacy
April isn’t just about spring football and basketball championship pursuits—it’s also Financial Literacy Month. In today’s collegiate athletics landscape, where Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities have transformed the practice of student-athletes understanding their finances is as crucial as mastering their sport. Student-athletes are now balancing academics, athletics, and unprecedented financial opportunities. The influx of […]
A Tax Guide for NIL Administrators: Are Your Student-Athletes Prepared to File Taxes?
As NIL earnings continue to shape the landscape of college athletics, administrators play a vital role in ensuring student-athletes are prepared for tax season. Teamworks Influencer, in partnership with TurboTax, recently co-hosted a webinar featuring a panel of experts: Katharina Reekmans – Enrolled Agent & TurboTax ExpertAbby Jacobs – Senior Manager, Product Success, TeamworksDanielle Davison […]
Partner Highlight: McNeese NIL & Life Skills Summit
On January 7, 2025, McNeese State University hosted its inaugural “Trailblaze Your Brand: NIL and Life Skills Summit” at the Legacy Center, marking a significant milestone in student-athlete development. This event positioned McNeese as a leader in the Southland Conference, being the first institution in the conference and only the second in Louisiana, behind LSU, […]
Winning Starts Here: Teamworks Personnel
Collegiate athletics is undergoing a transformation. NIL opportunities, an active transfer portal, and advanced athlete evaluation methods have redefined how the teams of the future are built, managed, and compensated. This new era offers exciting opportunities but also introduces a host of new challenges for athletic departments to navigate. The challenges are real, and there’s […]
Top 4 Reasons Your School Needs Invesco QQQ’s How Not to Suck at Money Course
As NIL deals increase in size and quantity, equipping student-athletes with personal finance skills are critical. Invesco QQQ’s How Not to Suck at Money: Financial Education Certification Course is a key resource, helping athletes gain confidence and control over their finances. Here are the top four reasons your school should consider adopting Invesco QQQ’s HNTSAM […]
Navigating the Nuances: Cap Management in Collegiate vs. Professional Sports
Cap management has long been an aspect of professional sports, and now it’s making its way into collegiate athletics. While it may seem at first glance that the technology and methodologies used in the pros can seamlessly translate to the collegiate level, the truth is there are key nuances that differentiate how cap management operates […]
Teamworks Wallet Elevates Purdue’s NIL Landscape
Purdue University, a Teamworks Elite partner, is leveraging the changes in collegiate athletics as an opportunity to evolve and innovate. Most recently, Purdue and the Boilermaker Alliance – one of the most prominent NIL collectives in the Power 4 – became one of the first institutions to launch Teamworks Wallet, a digital banking service for […]