From The Desk of Divine Do Over Creations
June 9, 2026
From The Desk of Chuck Robinson,
General Manager, Divine Do Over Creations
Offensive Coordinator, Saginaw Valley State University Flag Football
The landscape of college athletics continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. NIL legislation, transfer portal activity, conference. Realignment, revenue-sharing discussions, and federal intervention are reshaping opportunities for athletes and institutions alike.
Our mission is to help athletes, families, coaches, and organizations understand these changes while creating pathways to success through education, exposure, and empowerment.
This week’s report focuses on recruiting trends across the country and a deeper examination of the recently discussed Protect College Sports Act.
NATIONAL RECRUITING & NIL UPDATE
Transfer Portal Continues to Reshape Recruiting
College programs across the country continue to rely heavily on transfer portal recruiting to address immediate roster needs. This trend has increased competition for high school prospects and created a greater need for athletes to distinguish themselves beyond athletic performance.
What Athletes Need to Know
• Exposure matters more than ever.
• Academic performance remains a critical factor.
• Character and leadership continue to separate prospects. • Personal branding and social media presence influence opportunities.
• Relationships remain the foundation of recruiting.
Athletes should focus on developing complete profiles that include academics, athletic performance, leadership experience, and community involvement.
NIL Market Continues to Mature
The NIL marketplace is becoming increasingly sophisticated. Brands are now evaluating:
• Audience engagement
• Content creation ability
• Community influence
• Personal character
• Long-term brand alignment
Athletes who understand marketing, communication, and relationship building are positioning themselves for greater opportunities both during and after their playing careers.
Women’s Flag Football
Continues to Grow
Women’s flag football continues gaining momentum nationwide as additional colleges launch programs and athletic departments explore competitive opportunities.
As one of the fastest-growing sports in America, flag football is creating new scholarship opportunities and expanding pathways for female athletes seeking collegiate competition.
DDO remains committed to supporting this growth through camps, mentorship, recruiting education, and strategic partnerships.
FEATURED ANALYSIS
THE PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT:
PROTECTING COLLEGE SPORTS OR PROTECTING THE EXISTING SYSTEM?
The recent Senate hearing surrounding the Protect College Sports Act was presented as an effort to restore order,
fairness, and educational integrity to college athletics. While many of the goals outlined during the hearing appear reasonable, several statements made by lawmakers deserve closer examination.
The central question remains:
Is this legislation designed to protect college athletes, or is it designed to protect the institutions that profit from them?
Who Is Really Acting In Athletes’ Best Interests?
Commentary on the following recent Senate Hearing Statement
“Agents, boosters, and media companies are making decisions without the students’ best interests in mind.”
DDO Critical Question
If outside stakeholders are being criticized for pursuing their own interests, why are colleges largely exempt from the same scrutiny?
Areas Worth Examining
- Escalating coaching salaries
- Conference realignment decisions
- Television-driven game scheduling
- Expansion of postseason formats
- Rising tuition and housing costs
DDO Commentary
If the conversation is truly about student welfare, accountability should extend to every stakeholder, not just agents, boosters, and media companies.
Congressional Responsibility and Selective Intervention Senate Hearing Statement
“If college sports cannot enforce basic rules because of the laws Congress wrote, then Congress has the responsibility to adjust them because we are the only people who can.”
DDO Critical Question
Does this same responsibility apply when colleges continually increase tuition, housing costs, and mandatory fees that many students struggle to afford?
DDO COMMENTARY
Congress appears eager to intervene when athletic institutions face instability but often demonstrates far less urgency when addressing financial challenges affecting the broader student population.
Putting Education Back Into Athletics
Commentary on the following recent Senate Hearing Statement
“The PCS Act establishes a national rule book and puts education back into college athletics.”
DDO Critical Question
Why is athlete compensation so frequently positioned as being in conflict with education?
DDO COMMENTARY
Today’s athletes are expected to:
- Train year-round
- Travel extensively
- Participate in media obligations
- Generate brand value
- Contribute to institutional revenue
Perhaps the conversation should evolve from “student-athlete” to “athlete with student responsibilities.”
The reality of modern college athletics may require a more honest description of the role athletes play within the collegiate ecosystem.
The Professional Opportunity Contradiction
Commentary on the following recent Senate Hearing Statement
“Most student-athletes will never play professionally.”
DDO Critical Question
Why does the American collegiate model differ so dramatically from athletic development systems throughout the rest of the world?
DDO COMMENTARY
While only a small percentage of athletes reach professional leagues, universities, conferences, media companies, and sponsors all generate substantial revenue from the pursuit of that dream.
If the pursuit itself creates significant value, should athletes be the only participants whose compensation opportunities remain heavily regulated?
Professional Rights for Institutions vs. Athletes
Commentary on the following recent Senate Hearing Statement
“The PCS Act gives colleges the right to pool media rights, the same right given to professional sports leagues.”
DDO Critical Question
If colleges seek protections comparable to professional sports leagues, should athletes receive comparable protections as well?
areas worth considering
- Revenue sharing
- Long-term healthcare protections
- Representation rights
- Post-eligibility benefits
- Collective athlete representation
The challenge moving forward is determining whether professional business protections should exist solely for institutions or extend to the athletes generating the value.
final thought
The future of college athletics should not be framed as a choice between tradition and compensation. The real challenge is creating a system that balances:
• Education
• Opportunity
• Fairness
• Athlete welfare
• Institutional sustainability
Until that balance is achieved, the debate surrounding NIL and college athletics will continue. At DDO, we believe athletes deserve both educational opportunities and a fair seat at the table when decisions affecting their futures are being made.
DDO Spotlight
Nike Flag Football Camp – Detroit, Michigan
Excitement continues to build as athletes, coaches, and industry leaders prepare to gather for the upcoming Nike Flag Football Camp.
This event represents more than competition. It is an opportunity for athletes to improve their skills, gain valuable instruction, build relationships, and learn how to navigate today’s evolving recruiting and NIL landscape.
Our mission remains simple:
Expose. Educate. Empower.
Through camps, mentorship, recruiting education, and NIL awareness, we are helping athletes and families position themselves for success both on and off the field.
CAMP INFORMATION
Location: 20500 W. 13 Mile Road, Beverly Hills, Michigan
Friday, June 12
• Camper Check-In Begins: 12:30 PM
• Registration Remains Open Until: 1:00 PM
Saturday, June 13
• Camp Activities Begin: 9:00 AM
Important Reminders
• Registration will remain open until Friday at 1:00 PM. • Athletes are encouraged to arrive early for check-in. • No concessions will be available on-site. Participants should plan
accordingly and bring any necessary snacks, meals, and hydration.
We look forward to welcoming athletes and families from across the country for an outstanding weekend of learning, competition, and growth.
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR FUTURE
The rules may change. The legislation may evolve. The recruiting landscape may continue to shift.
What should never change is your commitment to preparation.
At Divine Do Over Creations, we encourage every athlete, parent, coach, and organization to focus on the things they can control:
✓ Building meaningful relationships
✓ Developing leadership skills
✓ Maintaining academic excellence
✓ Creating a positive personal brand
✓ Expanding their network
✓ Preparing for opportunities before they arrive
Too often, athletes wait until an offer is on the table, a coach reaches out, or an NIL opportunity presents itself.
The most successful athletes understand that preparation begins long before opportunity appears.
PARTNER WITH DDO
Divine Do Over Creations provides:
• Recruiting education and strategy
• Athlete branding and NIL readiness
• Leadership development
• Exposure opportunities through camps and showcases • Coach and parent education
• Networking and mentorship opportunities
The athletes who thrive in the next era of college sports will not simply be the most talented, they will be the most prepared.
Don’t Wait For Opportunity. Prepare For It.
For recruiting education, athlete development, NIL strategy, speaking engagements, camps, and partnership opportunities, connect with Divine Do Over Creations today.
Building Athletes. Building Brands. Building Futures.
Respectfully,
Chuck Robinson
General Manager, Divine Do Over Creations
Offensive Coordinator, Saginaw Valley State University Flag Football
