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Noah Henderson

Noah Henderson

Joined: Oct 25, 2023

Professor Noah Henderson teaches in the sport management department at Loyola University Chicago. Outside the classroom, he advises companies, schools, and collectives on Name, Image, and Likeness best practices. His academic research focuses on the intersection of law, economics, and social consequences regarding college athletics, NIL, and sports gambling. Before teaching, Prof. Henderson was part of a team that amended Illinois NIL legislation and managed NIL collectives at the nation’s most prominent athletic institutions while working for industry leader Student Athlete NIL. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois College of Law in Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelor of Economics from Saint Joseph’s University, where he was a four-year letter winner on the golf team. Prof. Henderson is a native of San Diego, California, and a former golf CIF state champion with Torrey Pines High School. Outside of athletics, he enjoys playing guitar, hanging out with dogs, and eating California burritos. You can follow him on Twitter: @NoahImgLikeness. 

The Northern Kentucky Norse senior Trevon Faulkner carries the Horizon League Championship Trophy as basketball team returns to campus at Truist Arena in Highland Heights, Ky., on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. The Northern Kentucky Norse won an automatic berth to the NCAA Championship with a 63-61 win over Cleveland State in the Horizon League Tournament finals. Nku Norse Championship Return
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Horizon League Bets on NIL Revenue-Sharing to Boost National Relevance

As the Horizon League embraces revenue-sharing, non-revenue athletes may pay the price

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Mar 5, 2020; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; A detailed view of the midcourt logo during the first half of a Mountain West Conference tournament game between the UNLV Rebels and Boise State Broncos at Thomas Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images
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Mountain West Conference Explores NIL Revenue-Sharing Salary Floor

As the Mountain West navigates major transitions and legal uncertainties, it plans to implement NIL revenue-sharing salary floors, addressing financial disparities across its schools

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Nov 16, 2024; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) scores a touchdown during the first half against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
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Darian Mensah Uses NIL To Support Single Moms Impacted by California Fires

Duke QB Darian Mensah partners with Single Moms Planet to help single mothers overcome financial barriers in youth sports while aiding families affected by California fires

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Stratford High School's Walker Weis (75), Jett Schoenherr (4), Jack Tubbs (11) and Carter Lueck (66) hoist the championship trophy as they celebrate after defeating Wrightstown High School during the WIAA Division 5 state championship game on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis. Stratford won the game, 21-6. Tork Mason/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
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Wisconsin's High School NIL Vote Is Key Decision for WIAA's Future

The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association will once again vote on allowing high school NIL next month amidst state lawmakers pushing for change

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St. John's Red Storm guard RJ Luis Jr. (12) speaks with head coach Rick Pitino during the second half of a game against the Butler Bulldogs on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. St. John’s defeated Butler 76-70.
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2025 Will Be Most Important College Basketball Transfer Portal Yet

As the transfer portal opens amid NIL salary caps, 2025 marks a critical moment for programs to master roster construction and capitalize on the shifting dynamics of talent acquisition

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Jan 7, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators mascot Albert the Alligator holds a sign after a game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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New Florida NIL Legislation Capping Agent Fees Could Hurt Athletes

Florida's proposed 5% NIL agent fee cap may limit athlete representation, particularly for smaller schools and high-value influencers

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Jan 28, 2014; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers live mascot Mike the Tiger in his cage as sleet falls covering the area in ice prior to tipoff of the LSU Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats game. Mandatory Credit: Crystal LoGiudice-Imagn Images
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Louisiana Joins NIL Tax Exemption Push to Aid Athlete Recruiting

Louisiana is set to join a growing list of states proposing exemptions to state-income tax for NIL earnings, aiming to give in-state programs a competitive edge in athlete recruiting

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North Dakota s Tsotne Tsartsidze shoots a three-pointer during a game against South Dakota on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion. Usd Native American Heritage Day 009
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University of North Dakota Will Not Opt-In To Rev-Share, Takes Jabs at NCAA

With the opt-in deadline for the House v. NCAA settlement approaching, the University of North Dakota announces its decision to opt out of NIL revenue-sharing

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Nov 26, 2022; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs mascot UGA in his house on the sidelines during the game against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Georgia to Keep NIL Collective, Strengthen ‘Above-the-Cap’ Strategy

As schools wind down their NIL collectives ahead of NCAA revenue-sharing changes, Georgia bucks the trend in hopes of a competitive edge

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Jan 8, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs masot Uga on the field prior to the 2018 CFP national championship college football game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Are Georgia, Alabama’s NIL Tax Shields Constitutional? Probably.

Georgia and Alabama’s proposed NIL tax exemptions give their colleges a recruiting edge, but is that enough to make them constitutional?

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A commercial for the College Football 25 video game, featuring Texas Football quarterback Quinn Ewers plays during the fifth inning of the Longhorns' baseball game against the Kansas Jayhawks, Thursday, May 16, 2024 at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.
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NFLPA Warns College Athletes About Pathways NIL Deal for Video Game Licensing

The NFLPA warns that the new offering may jeopardize future NFL players ability to enter into the NFLPA's group licensing program.

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Nov 29, 2024; Paradise Island, Bahamas, BHS; Davidson Wildcats forward Reed Bailey (1) dribbles as Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Braden Huff (34) defends during the second half at Imperial Arena at the Atlantis resort.
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Davidson Opts into House v. NCAA Settlement, Embraces NIL Revenue Share

Davidson, a "unicorn" in college athletics, sets a precedent by opting into the House v. NCAA settlement and implementing NIL revenue sharing for its basketball programs

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