HUNTINGTON Ƶ Marshall has partnered with a Lexington, Kentucky, based company to help manage the schoolƵs Name, Image and Likeness fund, the Thunder Trust.
ƵThe new collegiate athletic enterprise is going to require new ways of getting this done, particularly around NIL,Ƶ Thundering Herd athletic director Christian Spears said in a statement. ƵPartnering with a group that has proven they can do this at an elite level was critical for us to maintain who we are and who we want to continue to be Ƶ we are grateful to have Athlete Advantage on board with us.Ƶ
Part of the partnership agreement included the hiring of former Thundering Herd menƵs basketball standout Stevie Browning by Athlete Advantage to serve as the general manager of the Thunder Trust at Marshall.
ƵI am incredibly excited to join the Thunder Trust and take on the leadership role as general manager,Ƶ said Browning. ƵƵ a proud West Virginian and former Thundering Herd player, I understand the challenges and opportunities our student-athletes face. I am committed to using my experiences and connections in the community to help our student-athletes.Ƶ
With the deal in place, fans and businesses will be able to contribute to Marshall athletes’ NIL through The Thunder Trust collective, for more information, visit .
Ryan Miller, the founder and CEO of Athlete Advantage, said heƵs excited about the partnership and look forward to collaborating with local businesses student athletes, coaches and administrators.
ƵThe university, Huntington, and the region have been a significant and vital part of my life,Ƶ Miller said. ƵI do not doubt that this community can compete with any other regarding its commitment and passion for its teams and players.Ƶ
Luke Creasy is a reporter for The Herald-Dispatch. Follow him on Twitter @LukeCreasy or reach him by phone at 304-526-2800.
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