Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

NOTE: Information is subject to change based on new developments in the market.

Overview

What is the overall vision?

Olympic sports are under threat at the collegiate level due to several court rulings such as the House v NCAA Settlement.

We are launching a transformational professional and youth sports league with $2.5 billion in equity and $4.5B in debt capital being raised. Our mission is to revolutionize Olympic sports in America by creating a sustainable ecosystem that spans professional competition, comprehensive youth development, and world-class infrastructure.

We are building three interconnected entities that work together to transform Olympic sports:

  • nation.enterprises – The parent company and business entity
  • nation.university – Collegiate age and Professional (let’s be honest, college sport is now professional) competition featuring NCAA school brands
  • nation.academy – Youth development programs (U10-U23)

nation.enterprises

What is nation.enterprises?

nation.enterprises is the parent company and business entity that owns and operates the entire sports ecosystem. It is the holding company responsible for all business operations, revenue generation, infrastructure development, and strategic direction.

What does nation.enterprises do?

nation.enterprises manages all business functions including:

Revenue Generation:

  • Media rights ($866M in Year 1, scaling to $5.2B+ by Year 6)
  • Corporate sponsorships ($300M+ in Year 3, scaling to $1B+ by Year 6)
  • Equipment and apparel partnerships ($40M-$100M annually)
  • Youth participation fees ($1.5B+ annually at scale)
  • Campus operations (hotels, dining, retail, events – $3.9B+ annually)
  • Transportation revenue ($570M+ annually)

Infrastructure Development:

  • 300 world-class sports campuses ($5B+ investment)
  • Proprietary transportation fleet ($400M+ investment)
  • Technology platforms and digital assets
  • Hotels (150,000+ rooms across 300 locations)
  • Commercial real estate (restaurants, retail, sports medicine)

Business Operations:

  • Financial management and capital allocation
  • Legal and compliance
  • Human resources and talent
  • Technology and data systems
  • Marketing and communications
  • Partnerships and business development

Who owns nation.enterprises?

nation.enterprises is owned by institutional investors and family offices who have committed to $2.5 billion in equity and $4.5B in debt capital being raised to launch and scale the venture. Currently, Sport Venture Group is the principal owner but that will be dilluted as Insitutional and public capital come on board.

What is the business model?

nation.enterprises operates multiple revenue streams:

  1. Media Rights: Selling broadcast and streaming rights to networks and platforms
  2. Sponsorships: Corporate partnerships at league, regional, and team levels
  3. Youth Programs: Participation fees from 500,000+ athletes
  4. Real Estate: Hotel operations, commercial leases, event hosting
  5. Transportation: Charter services and team transportation
  6. Merchandise: Apparel and equipment sales

The model creates a financially sustainable ecosystem where professional and youth programs support each other.

How is nation.enterprises different from other sports leagues?

Vertical Integration: Unlike other leagues, nation.enterprises owns the entire value chain:

  • The competition (professional and youth)
  • The facilities (300 campuses)
  • The transportation (proprietary fleet)
  • The youth development system

Multi-Sport Focus: Managing up to 12 Olympic sports simultaneously rather than a single sport

College Brand Integration: Licensing NCAA Division I school brands for collegiate age and professional teams

Youth-to-Pro Pathway: Integrated model connecting grassroots to Olympic competition

Revenue Diversification: Multiple revenue streams beyond ticket sales and media rights

nation.university

What is nation.university?

nation.university is the collegiate age (U21 & U23) and professional (U23+) sports competition featuring teams representing NCAA Division I school brands competing in up to 12 Olympic sports.

What sports does nation.university include?

12 potential Olympic Sports:

  • Soccer (Men’s & Women’s)
  • Volleyball (Men’s & Women’s Indoor, Men’s & Women’s Beach)
  • Lacrosse (Men’s & Women’s)
  • Hockey (Men’s & Women’s)
  • Baseball
  • Softball
  • Additional sports to be announced

How does nation.university work?

School Partnerships:

  • License NCAA Division I school brands from 300 universities
  • Teams compete representing schools (e.g., “Alabama Soccer,” “Michigan Hockey”)
  • Year 1: 50 schools
  • Year 6: 300 schools

Competition Structure:

  • 4 geographic regions with 50 teams each (at full scale)
  • 2 leagues per region (25 teams each)
  • Single round-robin competition within leagues
  • Season runs mid-August through mid-May
  • Regional and national championships
  • National Cup (single elimination tournament) competitions

Professional Athletes:

  • 5,000+ professional athletes at full scale
  • Elite college graduates and international athletes
  • Compete representing school brands
  • Year-round training and competition

Why NCAA school brands?

Benefits to Schools:

  • Immediate budget reduction of licenses Olympic Sports (estimated $10-15M+ per school)
  • New revenue stream for athletic departments through licensing and revenue share
  • Enhanced visibility for Olympic sports programs
  • Reduced costs (league funds professional operations)
  • Development pathway for student-athletes
  • Alumni engagement and school pride

Benefits to League:

  • Built-in fan bases and school loyalty
  • Strong brands and traditions
  • Geographic distribution across the country
  • Alumni networks and school communities
  • Credibility and legitimacy

How is nation.university different from college sports?

nation.university features collegiate age and professional athletes (not just current college students) competing under school brands:

  • Collegiate: Atheltes are paid, but may still be enrolled in school
  • Professional: Athletes are paid professionals, not student-athletes
  • Post-College: Athletes have graduated or aged out of NCAA eligibility
  • No Scholarships: No impact on NCAA scholarship limits
  • Separate Entity: Operates independently from university athletic departments
  • Revenue Sharing: Schools receive revenue without operating costs

What is the relationship with NCAA?

nation.university operates in partnership with historic NCAA schools, but not with or under the governance of the NCAA:

  • Licensing Agreement: League licenses school brands with permission
  • NCAA Compliant: No, the league will operate outside the NCAA
  • No Conflict: Does not compete with or replace college sports at the Division II, III, NAIA or JUCO level
  • Complementary: Protects programs at risk of being cut or have been cut and extends school brands beyond college years
  • Coordinated: Works with schools in various ways to protect and develop the brands

Where do nation.university teams play?

Intiailly teams will play at the current school facilites through partnership with the school in the first 2-5 years. Teams compete at 300 world-class sports campuses developed by nation.enterprises as they come online saving the school key land to redevelop on campus:

  • State-of-the-art training facilities
  • Competition venues (stadiums/arenas)
  • Sports medicine and performance facilities
  • Located near partner schools (within 15-30 minutes)

How can fans watch?

We are open to various distribution platforms:

  • National broadcast television (ESPN, NBC, Fox, CBS)
  • Streaming platforms (Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Peacock, etc.)
  • Regional sports networks
  • Digital platforms (YouTube, league website/app)
  • International distribution

Media rights deal targets: $866M in Year 1, scaling to $5.2B+ by Year 6.

Who coaches nation.university teams?

Elite coaches recruited from:

  • Former NCAA Division I coaches
  • National team coaches
  • Professional league coaches
  • Elite club coaches

3,000+ head coaches across all sports and schools.

What happens if the government save Olympic sports?

We invest bigger into the youth sport market that will grow at an even faster rate of scale with Olympic sports future secured.

nation.academy

What is nation.academy?

nation.academy is the comprehensive youth development program serving 500,000+ athletes from grassroots (U10) through U23 across all 12 Olympic sports. Only 1% of players will make it to Division I Collegiate sport and only 1% of those players make it to the pros. We are not only providing pathways for the 1%, but opportunity to work in and around sport for the 99% in our ecosystem.

What age groups does nation.academy serve?

Complete age group coverage:

  • Grassroots: Walking to U10 (introduction to multiple sports)
  • Development: U11, U12, U13, U14 (skill development)
  • Competitive: U15, U16 (competitive excellence)
  • Elite: U17, U18, U19, U21, U23 (professional pathway)

How does nation.academy work?

Year-Round Programming:

  • Professional coaching and curriculum
  • Age-appropriate training and competition
  • Local, regional, and national tournaments
  • Player development tracking and assessment
  • College pathway support (U15+)
  • Pathway to professional competition

Scale:

  • Year 1: 100,000 athletes
  • Year 6: 500,000+ athletes
  • All 50 states
  • 300 school-affiliated programs

What makes nation.academy different from club sports?

Comprehensive Pathway:

  • Clear progression from grassroots to professional/Olympic level
  • Integration with nation.university professional teams
  • Elite athletes (U17-U23) travel with professional teams

School Affiliation:

  • Athletes represent and are enrolled with collegiate school brands from an early age
  • Connection to school communities and traditions
  • Geographic assignment based on location

World-Class Infrastructure:

  • Access to 300 state-of-the-art campuses
  • Professional training facilities
  • Sports medicine, strength training, nutrition support

Professional Coaching:

  • 15,000+ certified coaches
  • Comprehensive coaching education program
  • National curriculum and standards

Technology & Development:

  • Player development tracking platform
  • Video analysis and performance data
  • College pathway support and profiles

How much does Nation.academy cost?

Pricing varies by age group and program level:

  • Grassroots (U10): Free to $3,000 per year (50 weeks)
  • Development (U11-U14): $3,000 per year
  • Competitive (U15-U16): $3,000 per year
  • Elite (U17-U23): $3,000 per year plus travel costs

Financial Aid Available:

  • Need-based scholarships
  • Merit-based scholarships for elite athletes
  • Goal: 5-10% of participants receive aid

Average: ~$3,000 per athlete per year across all age groups.

How does nation.academy integrate with nation.university?

Elite Integration (U17-U23):

  • Train with collegiate and professional athletes
  • Travel with nation.university teams
  • Compete before/after professional games
  • Mentorship from collegiate and professional athletes
  • Exposure to professional environment
  • Clear pathway to professional roster spots

Development Pipeline:

  • Talent identification throughout youth system
  • Progress tracking from U10 through professional
  • College pathway support
  • Post-college transition to nation.university teams

Sport Charter Schools:

  • On campus for up to 1,000 students, typically Competitive and Elite players
  • Do NOT compete in high school leagues as a school (player may elect to play for the school in their residential area)
  • Dual Enrollment with the university so they are in college classes sooner
  • Multiple sport fields of study including, but not limited to, coaching, administration, marketing, content, perfomance, nutrition and more

Can my child play multiple sports?

Yes! Nation.academy encourages multi-sport participation:

  • Especially at younger ages (U10-U14)
  • Reduces burnout and overuse injuries
  • Develops well-rounded athletes
  • Better long-term athlete development
  • Discounts for multi-sport participation

Where are nation.academy programs located?

Nationwide Coverage:

  • Programs at or near 300 school campuses
  • All 50 states
  • Urban and suburban locations
  • School-affiliated based on geography (zipcode)

Facilities:

  • 300 world-class sports campuses
  • State-of-the-art training facilities
  • Competition venues for tournaments

How do I enroll my child?

Enrollment Process:

  1. When available, visit nation.academy website or mobile app
  2. Select sport(s) and age group
  3. Choose program location (assigned by geography/school)
  4. Complete online registration
  5. Pay participation fees (payment plans available)
  6. Submit required forms (medical, waivers, SafeSport)
  7. Attend orientation and begin training

Registration Opens: Seasonal enrollment for fall, winter, spring, and summer programs.

Is nation.academy safe?

Comprehensive Safety Program:

  • 100% background checks for all coaches and staff
  • SafeSport & Internal Safety Program certification required for all coaches
  • Youth protection policies (coach-athlete interaction, communications, supervision)
  • Medical coverage at all programs and tournaments
  • Injury prevention programs and protocols
  • Insurance (participant accident insurance for all athletes)
  • Compliance with all child protection regulations

Safety is our highest priority.

How They Work Together

How do the three entities connect?

nation.enterprises (Parent Company)

  • Provides capital and infrastructure
  • Owns 300 campuses, transportation fleet, technology platforms
  • Generates revenue from media, sponsors, hotels, commercial operations
  • Manages all business operations

↓ Creates infrastructure for ↓

Nation.university (Professional Competition)

  • Professional teams representing 300 NCAA schools
  • Elite competition in 12 Olympic sports
  • Generates media rights and sponsorship revenue
  • Provides inspiration and pathway for youth athletes

↓ Integrates with ↓

Nation.academy (Youth Development)

  • 500,000+ youth athletes U10-U23
  • Development pathway from grassroots to professional
  • U17-U23 athletes travel with nation.university teams
  • Generates participation revenue ($1.5B+ annually)

The Ecosystem:

Grassroots (U10) (nation.academy)
    ↓
Youth Development (U11-U16) (nation.academy)
    ↓
Elite Youth (U17-U23) → travel with professional teams (nation.academy)
    ↓
College (nation.university)
    ↓
Professional (nation.pro)
    ↓
Olympic Team (USA)

What is the competitive advantage?

Vertical Integration:

  • Control entire value chain from youth to professional
  • No dependency on external facilities or infrastructure
  • Optimize costs and maximize revenue across ecosystem

Multi-Sport Scale:

  • Economies of scale across 12 sports
  • Shared facilities, transportation, staff, technology
  • Cross-sport talent development

Revenue Diversification:

  • Multiple revenue streams reduce risk
  • Youth participation ($1.5B+) funds infrastructure
  • Real estate operations ($3.9B+) provide stable revenue
  • Media and sponsorships ($6B+) drive profitability

School Brands:

  • 300 built-in fan bases and communities
  • Strong traditions and loyalties
  • Geographic coverage nationwide
  • Alumni networks and engagement

Getting Involved

How can my school become a partner?

School Partnership Process:

  • Contact: Contact us via our Partnership form
  • Schools receive revenue sharing, enhanced visibility, reduced costs
  • Partnership includes brand licensing for professional teams and youth programs
  • Long-term agreements (10-20 years)

How can companies become sponsors?

Sponsorship Opportunities:

How can I attend games?

Ticketing:

  • Tickets available through nation.university website and mobile app when available
  • Season tickets, single-game tickets, group packages
  • Family-friendly pricing
  • Premium seating and suites available

How can coaches get involved?

Coaching Opportunities:

How can I work for nation.enterprises?

Career Opportunities:

  • Visit careers page: See our careers page here
  • Positions across all functions: sports operations, business, technology, real estate, transportation
  • Multiple locations nationwide
  • Competitive compensation and equity opportunities

How can investors participate?

Investment Opportunities:

  • $2.5 billion in equity capital being raised
  • Contact: See out investors page here
  • Institutional investors and family offices only at this time. Retail will be available once we IPO.

Financial Model

Is this financially viable?

Yes. The business model is designed for long-term sustainability:

Year 1 Revenue: ~$3B

  • Media rights: $866M
  • Sponsorships: $300M
  • Youth participation: $300M (100K athletes)
  • Campus operations: $650M
  • Transportation: $100M
  • Other: $100M+

Year 6 Revenue: ~$13B

  • Media rights: $5.2B
  • Sponsorships: $1B
  • Youth participation: $1.5B (500K athletes)
  • Campus operations: $3.9B
  • Transportation: $570M
  • Other: $500M+

Investment:

  • Equity: $2.5B being raised
  • Debt: $4.5B (campuses, transportation)
  • Total Capital: $7B

Returns:

  • Strong cash flow from Year 1
  • Multiple revenue streams
  • Asset appreciation (real estate portfolio)
  • Potential IPO or exit opportunities

What are the biggest risks?

Key Risks & Mitigation:

  1. Execution Risk (building 50 campuses in Year 1)
    • Mitigation: Experienced real estate team, replicable model, adequate capital
  2. Enrollment Risk (achieving 500K youth participants)
    • Mitigation: Strong value proposition, school brands, multiple sports, nationwide marketing
  3. School Partnership Risk (securing 300 schools)
    • Mitigation: Compelling economics for schools, reduced costs, new revenue, enhanced visibility
  4. Media Rights Risk (achieving $866M Year 1)
    • Mitigation: Strong content (5,000+ games), school brands, multiple platforms, experienced sales team
  5. Competitive Risk (existing leagues and clubs)
    • Mitigation: Unique model, vertical integration, superior infrastructure, Olympic sports focus
  6. Regulatory Risk (NCAA compliance, youth safety)
    • Mitigation: Experienced compliance team, 100% SafeSport compliance, strong legal counsel

When will this launch?

Timeline:

  • Current: Fundraising ($2.5B equity capital being raised)
  • Upon Funding: Begin hiring, real estate acquisition, construction
  • Year 1: Launch with 50 schools, 12 sports, 100K youth athletes
  • Years 2-6: Scale to 300 schools, 500K+ athletes

Season:

  • Professional and youth competition runs mid-August through mid-May
  • Championships in May
  • Off-season programming May-August

Additional Questions

Will this replace college sports?

No. nation.university compliments college sports at the Division II, III, NAIA and JUCO levels:

  • Different athletes (professionals vs. student-athletes)
  • Different season (mid-August to May vs. NCAA schedule)
  • Different purpose (youth to professional development and competition vs. college athletics)
  • Partnership model benefits college programs

How does this help Olympic sports?

nation.enterprises creates sustainable Olympic sports ecosystem:

  • Development pathway from youth to Olympics
  • Professional opportunities for athletes post-college
  • Increased visibility and media coverage for Olympic sports
  • Training facilities and support systems
  • Financial viability without NCAA scholarship constraints
  • Talent pipeline for USA Olympic teams

What happens to existing club teams?

Partnership opportunities:

  • Elite clubs can become nation.academy affiliated programs
  • Maintain brand identity while gaining resources
  • Access to superior facilities and coaching education
  • Integration into national tournament structure
  • Revenue sharing opportunities

Is this only for elite athletes?

No. Programs for all levels:

  • Grassroots (U10): Fun introduction for beginners
  • Development (U11-U14): All skill levels welcome
  • Competitive (U15-U16): More competitive but still accessible
  • Elite (U17-U23): Top talent with professional aspirations

nation.academy serves recreational through elite athletes through local to regional to national programing.

What about diversity and inclusion?

Commitment to diversity:

  • Financial aid
  • Programs in all communities
  • Diverse coaching and staff
  • Inclusive policies and culture
  • Equal investment in men’s and women’s sports
  • Accessibility for athletes with disabilities

Still have a question(s)? Contact us here.