Local principal gives views on high school NIL
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November 28, 2025

Local principal gives views on high school NIL

By Tim Miller 

High school athletes in Ohio may now take advantage of Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deals, as recently approved by school administrators throughout the state.

A local high school administrator talked to the Journal-Tribune about his thoughts on the matter.

“My initial thought is it’s complicated...

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