High school athletes were historically not allowed to profit off their NIL—and most still can’t. But a 16-year-old star is among the first to change that.
Six of the biggest high school basketball programs in the U.S., including Oak Hill Academy (Virginia) and Montverde Academy (Florida), are forming an elite national league set to begin 2021.
Chet Holmgren, a 7-foot center with guard-like handles, is the nation's top prospect for 2021. Emoni Bates is committed to Michigan State and is ranked No. 1 for 2022.