In Episode 43 of The Recruit Grind podcast, Bryson Lester, the Big Sky Conference Director of Communications, joins the conversation to shed light on the evolving landscape of college sports recruiting, how conferences show support to their schools, how you can leverage social media for your gain, and the recent changes in NCAA policies, particularly Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities.

Key Moments:

Intro to Bryson Lester (Start)

Sport Conferences Supporting Institutions with Recruiting (12:20): Bryson discusses how conferences play a vital role in supporting member institutions with their recruiting efforts, providing valuable resources and guidance.

Big Sky's Approach to NIL (16:00): The episode delves into how the Big Sky Conference is actively involved in facilitating NIL opportunities for student-athletes, sharing insights into their strategies to help athletes maximize their potential.

Athletes in Commercials and Evolving NIL Deals (18:00-19:00): A fascinating story unfolds about athletes featuring in commercials and the positive impacts of securing NIL deals, highlighting the exciting possibilities for athletes.

Leveraging Social Media for Opportunities (20:00-24:00): The discussion explores the importance of having a well-rounded online presence to attract opportunities, including insights into the most effective social platforms and tips for building athlete profiles.

Managing Athlete Relationships and Social Media Trust (26:50): Bryson shares strategies for athletes to build relationships with their athletic staff and gain trust in leveraging social media for their benefit.

Photoshoots and EA Sports NCAA Football's Return (30:00-33:00): The conversation turns to the significance of professional photoshoots for athletes and the highly anticipated return of NCAA Football by EA Sports.

EA Sports NCAA Football's Impact (40:00-43:30): The episode dives deeper into the excitement surrounding the return of EA Sports NCAA Football video game and discussions about what athletes may benefit from it and why.

Tips for Athletes and Building Networks (46:00): The episode concludes with valuable advice from Bryson, emphasizing the importance of building networks, including a mention of Akili Gray's approach.

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