In NCAA v. Alston (2021), the Supreme Court unanimously decided to uphold a ruling that struck down NCAA limits on education-related compensation for student-athletes from independent entities not affiliated with the NCAA or any university. As a result, new rules allow student-athletes to receive financial compensation for their name, image, and likeness (NIL) ushering in a new era for college athletics.

Yes. The NCAA lifted restrictions on student-athletes receiving compensation for their name, image, and likeness, allowing crowdfunding opportunities for college student-athletes as long as the deals are not created or facilitated by the university itself. As an independent organization, Thunder Trust is able to cultivate and facilitate these opportunities for student-athletes. All deals conducted by Thunder Trust are legal and compliant with state law, university guidelines, and NCAA policies.

No, The Thunder Trust is not a trust as described by the legal definition of the word. The word “trust” is simply part of our company’s name to describe our honesty, integrity, and dedication to the entire Marshall University community.

No, The Thunder Trust is not an extension of or affiliated with Marshall University. The university is prohibited by NCAA policy from creating or facilitating NIL deals for its student-athletes. We are an independent entity.

We are always open to content creation ideas; contact us at info@thethundertrust.com and let’s talk.

Student-athletes, per state and university policy, cannot highlight “vice” categories (gambling, drugs, alcohol) and we have the right to pass on any partnership if we do not feel it is in the student-athlete’s best interest.