Succeeding in the NCAA Transfer Portal: And NIL Rights - 2605

Collegiate athletics have come a long way since their modest beginnings before 1850 when university leaders dismissed sports as a distraction. This guide is primarily for the athlete to learn how athletics got where it is and how to navigate ahead to maximize their experience. Frustrated with grueling labor assignments, students organized intramural competitions that laid the foundation for organized sports. Despite administration resistance, college athletics steadily grew in popularity, ultimately becoming a cornerstone of student life. Succeeding in the NCAA Transfer Portal traces the history of college sports, spotlighting key events that shaped today’s multi-billion-dollar industry. From President Theodore Roosevelt’s 1905 intervention that led to the founding of the NCAA to recent landmark antitrust cases, this book unpacks the defining moments that have driven change in college sports. At the heart of this exploration are two of the most transformative rule changes in modern NCAA history: the creation of the Transfer Portal and the introduction of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights. These changes have revolutionized the landscape of college athletics, giving student-athletes unprecedented control over their careers. The Transfer Portal offers flexibility for athletes seeking new opportunities, while NIL rights allow them to profit from their personal brands—long restricted under strict amateurism rules. This book offers insights into the long-term impact of these changes, examining their implications for athletes, coaches, and institutions. Through historical analysis and forward-looking commentary, Succeeding in the NCAA Transfer Portal provides a concise look at how college sports have evolved and what lies ahead. Perfectfor sports fans, history enthusiasts, and those interested in the business of athletics, this book explores the forces shaping the future of college sports.
ASIN: B0DF6HRW15
VSKU: PKV.B0DF6HRW15.VG
Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Law, Jay
Binding: Paperback