Frequently asked questions.
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NIL stands for Name, Image, and Likeness. With the NCAA’s recent adoption of the NIL policy, collegiate athletes now have the ability to use their name, image and likeness to be compensated for the following:
– Traditional brand endorsements and social media
– Appearances, autographs, and camps
– In-kind deals
– Unique deals like equity and NFTs
This policy also provides athletes the opportunity to hire a marketing agent, representative, or other professional service provider to assist them.
NIL Is Not:
– Agreements provided without quid pro quo (payments for work not performed)
– Pay-for-play (compensation contingent on athletics participation or performance)
– Recruiting inducement (compensation contingent on enrollment or continued enrollment at an institution
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While HSC works exclusively for the benefit of Terps Men's Lacrosse athletes and fans, it is not affiliated with the University of Maryland or the Men's Lacrosse team. It is a third party created to work with the student athletes.
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No – In compliance with NIL regulations, Sun Angel Collective will not meet with, contact, offer a deal, etc. to any prospective student-athlete. Until a student-athlete has signed their NLI and/or the institution has received a deposit of financial aid, they will not be contacted by the Collective.
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Businesses.
Companies may now enter into endorsement agreements with players and compensate them for activities such as appearances, social media posts, commercials, etc.
HSC can help your business identify the appropriate lacrosse player and advertising campaign to fit your needs and ensure the athlete meets all obligations and expectations in a timely and professional manner.
Contact us directly for more information on these options.
Individuals.
All individuals are welcome and encouraged to support Hard Shell Collective.
Membership - Become a member today to keep up with all the latest and enjoy the benefits of what we are building.
Donation - We do still have overhead expenses as a business to provide the services we do. Donations help with covering those expenses so that we can continue to have as much of the revenue from deals go to the players.
Follow our social media for upcoming events and news. Help spread the word by sharing our pages!
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Based on advice of tax and legal professionals, Hard Shell Collective is structured as a limited liability corporation. However, some business contributions may be tax deductible as business marketing expenses. We encourage you to consult with appropriate tax professions to determine whether there may be tax benefits for you.
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Yes and we are actively pursuing additional sponsors. If interested in a corporate sponsorship, please contact us, Contact@HardShellCollective.com
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Yes. We are designed to help with facilitating these types opportunities for businesses, brands and fans to make sure every mutual benefits and remain in compliance with the NIL rules. Contact us to get started.