Can High School Athletes Receive NIL Endorsements?

With the new dawn of college athletes where college athletes can receive payments directly from their schools, in addition to endorsements from collectives, companies and brands, the question has arisen - can high school athletes receive NIL endorsements?

The short answer is, it depends on where you live.

As of this post, only 5 states prohibit high school athletes from receiving NIL endorsements. Those states are:

Indiana

Ohio

Mississippi

Alabama

Hawaii

In addition, 2 states are currently considering whether to allow high school athletes to receive NIL endorsements:

Michigan

Wyoming 

The rest of the states allow high school athletes to receive NIL endorsements. In Texas, you must be 17 years of age or older.

However, a word of caution. You will need to consult with your state's specific laws on this topic, as there can be specific requirements or parameters that must be met. For instance, in Vermont, NIL monetization is permitted if unaffiliated with teams, schools or the Vermont Principals' Association (which governs high school sports). In South Carolina, NIL deals are permitted if not tied to individual, school or team performance. 

Also, policies are evolving quickly. Always consult your high school athletic director or state association for the most accurate, up-to-date guidance.

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