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Jon Conahan

Jon Conahan

Joined: Jan 26, 2024

Jon Conahan has been covering all major sports since 2019. He is a 2022 graduate of the Bellisario School of Journalism at Penn State University and previously played D1 baseball.

Mar 14, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin (left) talks with guard Dylan Andrews (2) against the Oregon Ducks in the first half at T-Mobile Arena.
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UCLA Basketball Took Major Step Forward in NIL Landscape ‘Our NIL Grew Exponentially'

UCLA men's basketball hit the portal hard this year thanks to their new and improved NIL funds.

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Mar 21, 2024; Memphis, TN, USA; Baylor Bears head coach Scott Drew speaks with the media during a press conference for the First and Second rounds of the 2024 NCAA Mens Basketball Championship at FedExForum.
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Baylor Receives $10 Million Gift for Athletics, NIL

Baylor University received a $10 million gift for their athletics and NIL, a huge help to their men's basketball program.

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Apr 1, 2024; Albany, NY, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Caitlin Clark (22) controls the ball against LSU Lady Tigers guard Flau'jae Johnson (4) in the fourth quarter in the finals of the Albany Regional in the 2024 NCAA Tournament at MVP Arena.
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LSU Star Flau'Jae Johnson NIL Deals ‘Amount to About $4.5 Million'

Women's basketball star and LSU Tiger Flau'Jae Johnson spoke about her NIL value.

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Sep 25, 2021; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Northwestern Wildcats athletic director Derrick Gragg on the sidelines during the second half against the Ohio Bobcats at Ryan Field.
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Northwestern AD Opens up on New Role Heavily Focused on NIL

Northwestern is making a change to better their NIL situation, looking to compete in the Big Ten.

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Oregon head coach Dan Lanning takes notes during the Oregon Ducks’ Spring Game Saturday, April 27. 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.
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Oregon Football HC Dan Lanning Doesn't Let NIL Negatives 'Creep Into Our Place'

Dan Lanning of Oregon football has the right mindset when it comes to NIL in his locker room.

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Jun 2, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) watches from the bench in the fourth quarter against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center
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Former Top NIL Earner Caitlin Clark Reacts to Team USA Snub

Caitlin Clark, once one of the biggest NIL earners in NCAA history, reacted to the Team USA snub.

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Nov 18, 2023; Columbia, Missouri, USA; The Missouri Tigers mascot Truman poses for a photo against the Florida Gators during the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium.
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Five-Star Missouri QB Commit Lands New Car With NIL Deal

A 2025 Missouri quarterback commit showed off his new car in an NIL deal he landed.

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Feb 6, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; The Pittsburgh Panthers mascot and the PITT student section prepare as the Panthers host the Virginia Cavaliers at the Petersen Events Center.
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Former Soccer Star Emily Harrigan Discusses NIL Opportunities for College Athletes

Emily Harrigan, a social media sensation, talks about how she made a career after her playing days.

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Charlie Woods, 15, son of pro golfer Tiger Woods, competed in the U.S. Open local qualifying event on Thursday April 25, 2024, at the Legacy Golf and Tennis Club in the St. Lucie West development of Port St. Lucie. He did not advance, finishing with a 9-over 81. He was one of 84 entries competing in the local event, with five advancing to 36-hole qualifying in June.
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Tiger Woods Following Son Charlie Woods NIL Future Closely With New Florida Laws

Tiger Woods son Charlie Woods will be able to sign NIL deals after the Florida High School Athletic Association allowed students to land NIL deals.

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Jun 29, 2016; Omaha, NE, USA; Coastal Carolina Chanticleers head coach Gary Gilmore (14) before the game against the Arizona Wildcats in game three of the College World Series championship series at TD Ameritrade Park.
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Coastal Carolina Skipper Gary Gilmore Kills NIL in College Baseball

After final game before retirement, Chanticleers' legendary coach had some words about the NIL landscape in college baseball

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Texas fans cheer during the game against Texas Tech at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023.
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5-Star Offensive Tackle Recruit Views NIL as a Resource for His Family

Michael Fasusi, who holds offers from Texas, USC, discussed NIL and the impact on his family

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Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari yells to the team during their game against the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Rupp Arena.
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Arkansas' John Calipari Isn't Worried About NIL for Recruiting

Razorbacks' new coach spoke on building a roster in the NIL universe

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