This might become important later in VB's recruitment.
@Rellyrell , could this be the rare case where Adidas helps us?
Absolutely; although, it’s not uncommon for these kids to have NIL deals w/ one brand, but play for a school that’s sponsored by another.
Some recent examples:
-Cavinder Twins: NIL w/ UA plays for Miami (Adidas)
-Angel Reese: NIL w/ Reebok played for LSU (Nike)
-Cameron Brink: NIL w/ NB played for Stanford (Nike)
-Hailey Van Lith: NIL w/ Adidas played for LSU & TCU (Nike)
-Ian Jackson: NIL w/ Adidas committed to UNC (Jordan)
-Karter Knox: NIL w/ Adidas committed to Arkansas (Nike)
So can it help? Absolutely; however, Adidas’ biggest interest is future, meaning at the next level. Nike’s NIL r very much contingent on that player representing a Nike branded school & the future. All Nike NIL athletes attend strictly Nike schools.
Bronny James - Committed to USC
Caitlin Clark - Went to Iowa
Thompson Sisters - Committed to Stanford b4 going pro
Reilyn Turner - Went to UCLA
Simone Jackson - Went to USC
Charles Hicks - Went to Stanford
Juju Watkins - Committed to USC
DJ Wagner - Committed to UK now Arkansas
Kiki Rice - Went to UCLA
Two different mindset from two different companies, my brotha. So of course this can help us, but history have shown Adidas care more about what can u do for us if or when u turn professional vs. representing a collegiate program. However, anything can help.