General | 12/12/2024 12:00:00 PM
DOVER, DE – [Dec. 12, 2024] – Hornet302Nation is proud to announce the official launch of its innovative collective dedicated to empowering student-athletes at Delaware State University (DSU) with new opportunities in the ever-evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). The collective aims to provide student-athletes with the resources, connections, and opportunities to maximize their earning potential while enhancing their athletic and academic careers.
Led by a distinguished board of DSU Athletics alumni and long-time supporters, the collective is committed to helping student-athletes secure NIL deals that are beneficial, sustainable, aligned with their individual goals, and elevate their personal brands. In partnership with DSU student-athletes, Hornet302Nation will actively work to secure partnerships, sponsorships, and promotional opportunities that allow them to highlight their unique talents and enhance their public profiles.
The collective's newly established board includes:
- Mike Walker
- Robert Presberry
- Mark Sills
- Jackie DeVane
- Thomas Douglas
"We are thrilled to officially launch Hornet302Nation and bring together such an esteemed group of individuals who are passionate about creating opportunities for Delaware State student-athletes," said Temesghen Starr, Assistant Vice President of Athletics Growth and Revenue Generation. "The mission of Hornet302Nation is clear—to ensure that our student-athletes can capitalize on their talents, build their brands, and receive the compensation they deserve in this new era of NIL. This is only the beginning, and we look forward to seeing the collective grow and make a meaningful impact on our athletes and the community," said Khalil Brown, Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs.
Ways to Give:
Hornet302Nation provides three opportunities to get involved and support its mission and our DSU student-athletes:
- Corporate Partnerships – Businesses and organizations can engage in mutually beneficial partnerships with Hornet302Nation to support DSU student-athletes and gain exposure through a variety of branding opportunities.
- The Up50 Campaign – This campaign encourages contributions to help build a sustainable future for DSU Athletics . By contributing to Up50, donors are directly supporting the growth of student-athletes opportunities as they prepare and participate in championship experiences.
- Athletics Transformation Project – Donations to this project will help advance the overall transformation of DSU Athletics, in support of the capital campaign for the Fieldhouse.
As NIL continues to reshape the landscape of college athletics, Hornet302Nation will serve as a bridge between DSU student-athletes and the broader community, fostering mutually beneficial relationships and creating a legacy of opportunity.
For more information or to get involved with Hornet302Nation, please visit DSUhornets.com
About Hornet302Nation:
Hornet302Nation is a collective dedicated to supporting student-athletes at Delaware State University by connecting them with Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities. Through strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and community engagement, Hornet302Nation aims to provide resources that empower student-athletes to thrive both on and off the field, creating lasting financial and professional opportunities.
