It was announced today that the men's basketball team is launching a new initiative--a fan club through the newly-created NBC Sports Athlete Direct. Looks like we are the first team to have this campaign with NBC. Saw a few players tweeting and promoting it today.
Looks like the benefits include an autographed team photo, access to a members-only podcast and a 'virtual' meet & greet with the team. I'll be interested to see if more benefits pop up and/or they create some type of "tier" system.
I've been wanting Loyola to do a bit more on the NIL front and looking for ways to support the players (other than buying jerseys I'll never wear...). I know some people are against it, but it is the path forward and just the way things are now.
Here's the link:
https://nbcsportsathletedirect.myshopif ... l-fan-clubIt will also be promoted during the broadcast of Saturday's game vs George Mason.