UWSP will be partnering with NOCAP Sports to provide student-athletes with personalized platforms, financial training, and educational and engagement opportunities on what is allowed within the guidelines from the state, university, and NCAA. This innovative platform will help bridge the gap between athletes, agents, brands, and fans.
NOCAP Mission Statement - “NOCAP’s mission is to give every athlete regardless of school, sport, level or background, equal access to the best technology and resources to maximize their name, image and likeness.”
UWSP Policy and Procedures
UWSP Athletics has established policies and procedures for the review of NIL compensation. This policy is intended to promote compliance with applicable laws and policies, clarify student-athletes’ rights to receive compensation for the use of their name, image, and likeness, and preserve student-athletes’ eligibility.
This policy is not intended to prevent or discourage student-athletes from earning compensation for their name, image, and likeness.
- NIL is NOT pay for play-Compensation for a student-athletes may not be determined on athletic performance
- Student-athletes are prohibited from participating in NIL activities when engaged in official team activities (e.g., practice, competition, media obligations, team travel, promotional activities, travel, etc.).
- Student-athletes may not miss class or other academic commitments for NIL activities.
- Student-athletes should not engage in NIL activities that conflict with NCAA rules (e.g., sports wagering, tobacco, banned substances, etc.).
Link to the full UWSP Policy and Procedures can be found here: Policy and Procedures
Educational information for student-athletes (do’s and don’ts)
All UWSP student-athletes are provided with the tools needed to build and enhance their personal brands, connect with the local UWSP marketplace and continue to be educated on what is permissible by the state, UWSP and NCAA rules and regulations with the help of NOCAP.
Required Student-Athlete Actions:
- Disclose all deals on NOCAP or via online reporting form prior to NIL activity.
- Have UWSP logo usage approved.
- Complete ALL administrative items such as taxes & insurance.
- International students: confirm VISA & tax commitments.
UWSP Restrictions
The UWSP Athletic Department discourages student-athletes from participating in activities that do not align with UWSP’s mission and core values, as well as NCAA bylaws. Examples include drug dispensaries, adult establishments, alcohol endorsements and/or sports wagering.
More specific information can be found in the UWSP Name, Image and Likeness Policy and Procedures
Trademarks and Logo Usage
Student-athletes are permitted to use UW-Stevens Point’s trademarks, logos or images, including institutional marks, which identify UW-Stevens Point in NIL activities if all of the following are met:
- The activity does not conflict with university licensing agreements pertaining to retail products.
- The activity is not on the prohibited list included in the UWSP Policy and Procedures
- They have gained approval thru the UW-Stevens Point Athletics Compliance Office via NOCAP Sports or Disclosure Form below.
If the above is not met student-athletes may apply for licensure and become an approved licensee through the University’s Office of Marketing and Communications.
Helpful Links
NOCAP Sports- https://nocapsports.io/
NCAA NIL Policy- https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2021/2/8/about-taking-action.aspx
NCAA NIL Video Resources- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTvR_SYrP4Y1KrzCdj9HSukmC8gxs2gVd
UWSP NIL Policy- Policy
