In this episode of the Athletes to Athletes Podcast, hosts Ryan Holmes and Reid Meyer dive deep into the evolving landscape of college athletics, starting with a powerful reflection on athlete empowerment—from Micah Parsons’ contract negotiations to WNBA players demanding fair pay. Reid shifts gears with a nostalgic look at the Little League World Series, celebrating the purity and unpredictability of youth sports.

The core of the episode unpacks the aftermath of the House v. NCAA case, exploring the complexities of NIL revenue sharing, school opt-ins and opt-outs, and the ripple effects on Olympic sports. Ryan and Reid analyze the motivations behind institutional decisions, the financial and ethical implications, and the looming threat of roster caps and sport cuts.

They also dissect the early turbulence surrounding the College Sports Commission and NIL GO, highlighting how legal challenges and logistical overload forced a rapid pivot in policy enforcement. The conversation crescendos with a critical look at athlete representation, Title IX concerns, and the need for collective bargaining to protect student-athletes in an increasingly commercialized system.

Whether you're a college sports insider or just curious about the future of athlete compensation, this episode offers sharp insights, candid takes, and a call for reform rooted in athlete advocacy.

Listen now for:

• NIL opt-in/opt-out breakdowns

• Legal fallout and Title IX challenges

• Youth sports nostalgia and purity

• The future of athlete representation and regulation

Timestamps

0:00 - Intro

1:00 - Quick hitters

9:00 - Rev share opt in & opt outs

29:20 - College Sports Commission faces early changes

37:39 - Livvy Dunne's objections to House vs NCAA ruling

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