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The Athletes' Voice • February 9, 2026

The Athletes’ Voice: Beyond the Badge

As a dedicated athlete, my life has been a balancing act of academics, family sacrifices, and personal challenges. My journey began with a deep love for soccer, which was nurtured by my family’s immense support. My father, who had coached me through high school, recognized my talent early on and went above and beyond to […]

The Athletes' Voice • January 26, 2026

The Athletes’ Voice: No One Else Can Be Me

I’ve been an athlete my whole life, but it wasn’t until I started my journey as a distance runner at the University of Nebraska that I began to fully realize the impact I could have on others. As NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities emerged, I saw an avenue to not only benefit myself, but also […]

The Athletes' Voice • January 20, 2026

The Athletes’ Voice: Unapologetically Me

My journey as a college soccer player at the University of Texas began long before I set foot on campus. It started with a decision to leave my home in New York and head to IMG Academy in Florida during the pandemic. At IMG, I had the opportunity to develop as a player and a […]

Athletes.org News • December 15, 2025

Introducing AO’s Parents Group

Dear Parents and Supporters, We are a unified group of parents coming together with one shared purpose: to align with Athletes.org’s mission to impact athletes so they can impact the world. Our goal is to protect and maximize our children’s collegiate athletic experience and to support families who may not fully understand today’s rapidly changing […]

Athletes.org News • December 8, 2025

Athletes.org Releases First-Ever Draft Collective Bargaining Agreement Framework for College Athletics

December 8, 2025 College athletics continues to be plagued by uncertainty, litigation and confusion for athletes, administrators and fans alike. This uncertainty continues to create a lack of structure for the future of industry, there is only one answer to protect both athletes and the institutions they represent in competition: collective bargaining. That’s why, today, […]

The Athletes' Voice • December 2, 2025

The Athletes’ Voice: Diving Into The Unknown

I hated soccer at first. It was no fun. I cried all the time and never wanted to go to practice. In fact, the only reason I even started playing was because my mom worked for a soccer office, and I got free access to summer camps and other perks. It was just a way […]

Athletes.org News • November 18, 2025

Athletes.org Sends Letter to Commerce Committee About the SAFE Act, Highlights Gaps and Opportunities for Future Legislation

This week, Athletes.org (AO) on behalf of its 5,000 member athletes, sent a letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation responding to the potential legislation, the Student Athlete Fairness & Enforcement Act of 2025 (SAFE Act).  While the SAFE Act moves parts of the industry forward, several provisions risk taking athletes […]

The Athletes' Voice • October 15, 2025

The Athletes’ Voice: Navigating Transitions with Wisdom

My journey in the sport of softball has been anything but ordinary. Growing up, I didn’t dream of being a softball player. I was a cheerleader who got invited to play on a travel softball team as a guest player, and that’s where it all began. The more time I spent playing, the more I […]

The Athletes' Voice • September 10, 2025

From Puerto Rico to Purpose: Enrique’s Journey of Resilience, Running, and Advocacy

I was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, a small town on the outskirts of the metro area. Interestingly, my first love was volleyball, a sport entirely unrelated to what I do now. Later, I followed in my dad’s footsteps and took up basketball. It seemed like a natural progression, and I experienced a fair amount […]