The NIL era has blurred the line between amateur and professional sports forever. While many know the impact it has had on college sports it has also had a major impact on the lives of high school athletes as well.
The NIL Trap: Why Chasing High School Rankings is Costing You a Fortune
It usually happens on a Tuesday night. You’re sitting on the couch, scrolling through your phone, when the email notification pops up. The subject line is in all caps, designed to spike your dopamine: “CONGRATULATIONS! [Player Name] has been selected as an ELITE prospect for the 2026 National Showcase!”
For a split second, you feel the validation. You think, “Finally. Someone sees the work we’ve been putting in.” You imagine your son lacing up against the top recruits in the country, the mixtape cameras flashing, the college scouts taking notes.
Then you scroll to the bottom and see the button: Register Now – $295
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