University of Louisville Director of Athletics Vince Tyra and Associate Athletic Director for Compliance Matt Banker met with the media on Friday to address the initiatives that the university has in place regarding Name, Image and Likeness (NIL). On Thursday, Governor Andy Beshear signed an executive order allowing student-athletes in the state of Kentucky to begin profiting off of their NIL.
The University also released statements about their plans to provide NIL education opportunities and support services for student-athletes. The full statement is attached below.