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That Matter.
Follow your favorite athletes and teams for free. Subscribe for behind-the-scenes access. Unlock premium drops reserved for the most dedicated fans.
Three Ways to Connect
Follow for Free
Highlights, announcements, and game recaps. Follow any athlete or team — no subscription needed.
Go Behind the Scenes
Exclusive posts, direct chat, and insider content. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Unlock the Best
Limited drops, VIP access, and exclusive content. One-time unlocks for the most dedicated fans.
Athlete channels feature personal content — behind-the-scenes, Q&As, and exclusive drops from the athletes you follow.
Athlete Channels
Fans ask athletes about their swings, athletes post personal training tips and drills
#swing-tips
Golf
Morning routines, meal prep, campus walks, and off-field lifestyle content
#day-in-the-life
Football
Public updates, personal milestones, and announcements
#general
Basketball
VIP community with direct interaction, personal Q&A, and exclusive drops
#inner-circle
Volleyball
Fan questions, live Q&A sessions, and personal takes on the game
#AMA
Baseball
Personal training at home or public gyms, conditioning routines, and recovery tips
#my-workouts
Track & Field
School channels feature official team content — game footage, highlights, and program updates managed by the school.
School Channels
Official game footage, broadcast clips, highlight reels
#game-highlights
Football
Practice film, training facility footage
#practice
Basketball
Tunnel walks, locker room, stadium atmosphere
#gameday-live
Soccer
Athlete features, official photos, roster updates
#player-spotlight
Volleyball
Strength & conditioning sessions
#weight-room
Track & Field
Facility tours, team meetings, travel content
#behind-the-scenes
Baseball
Where Your Money Goes
When you subscribe, tip, or unlock premium content on NextName, the vast majority of your money goes directly to the athletes and schools you support. No middlemen, no app store cuts.
Stripe's ~2.9% + 30¢ processing fee is deducted first, then split pro-rata — both sides share it proportionally. Every dollar adds up to 100%.
Direct to Athletes
Every dollar you spend flows through Stripe Connect directly into the athlete's bank account. Weekly automatic payouts, zero chasing payments.
No App Store Tax
Apple and Google take up to 30% of in-app purchases. We bypass that entirely. Stripe's standard ~2.9% + 30¢ processing fee is shared pro-rata between creator and platform — nobody absorbs it alone.
Better Rates for Top Creators
Athletes start at 80% and earn up to 90% as they level up through engagement. The more active their community, the more they keep.
How does this compare?
Most creator platforms take 20–50% of earnings. App stores take 30% on top of that. On NextName, athletes keep 80–90% of every dollar — making it one of the most creator-friendly platforms in sports.
NIL Transparency
College athletes can now earn from their Name, Image, and Likeness. But most NIL deals happen behind closed doors. NextName is different.
You Choose Who You Support
No agents, no middlemen, no opaque brand deals. You subscribe directly to the athlete. You see their channels, their content, their community. Your money goes to the person whose name is on the page.
Every Transaction Is Traceable
Payments are processed through Stripe, the same platform used by companies like Amazon and Shopify. Every subscription, tip, and premium unlock is recorded and paid out directly to the athlete's connected account.
Fan-to-Athlete, Not Fan-to-Corporation
Traditional NIL deals pay athletes to promote products. On NextName, fans pay athletes to be themselves. The relationship is direct, the value is real, and the athlete keeps the vast majority of every dollar.
Support Walk-Ons, Not Just Stars
NIL deals tend to go to the biggest names. On NextName, every athlete on the roster can create channels and earn — the backup goalkeeper, the freshman sprinter, the senior captain. Your subscription helps level the playing field.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does billing work?
All subscriptions are billed monthly through Stripe. You can manage your payment methods and view billing history in your account settings.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. You can cancel any subscription at any time. You'll keep access until the end of your current billing period.
Why no App Store purchases?
App Store and Google Play take up to 30% of every transaction. By using Stripe directly, we keep fees low so more money goes to the athletes and schools you support.
How do creators get paid?
Creators receive their share via Stripe Connect with weekly automatic payouts. Revenue share ranges from 80% to 90% based on their creator level.
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