About NIL Research Hub
An independent academic research platform supporting research on Name, Image, and Likeness in collegiate athletics.
About NIL Research Hub
NIL Research Hub is an independent academic research platform created to support research on Name, Image, and Likeness in collegiate athletics. The current featured study examines how NIL affects the recruitment and retention of Division I collegiate athletes.
About the Researcher
Cooper Smith
Offensive Graduate Assistant – Tight Ends
B.A., Spanish for the Professions — Weber State University · M.Ed., Sport Coaching Leadership — Weber State University
Cooper Smith is currently completing his Master of Education in Sport Coaching Leadership program. His experience includes football coaching, football operations, recruiting support, athlete development, and organizational leadership within collegiate athletics. His research focuses on understanding the evolving impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) on recruiting and retention within Division I athletics. This study seeks to capture the perspectives of Division I football coaches regarding NIL's influence on recruiting, athlete retention, and program decision-making.
Faculty Oversight
Faculty committee members provide academic guidance, research oversight, and thesis review throughout the duration of the study.
Assistant Professor, Physical Education and Sport Coaching Leadership
Professor · Program Director, Sport Coaching Leadership
Associate Professor · Department Chair, HPER · Program Director, M.Ed. Sport Coaching Leadership
Academic Affiliation Disclaimer
The current featured study is conducted through Weber State University's Master of Education in Sport Coaching Leadership Program. NIL Research Hub is not owned, operated, or endorsed by Weber State University.