To help all D1 athletes unlock their value by providing fans with a uniquely informative and entertaining look into the way D1 athletes play, live, and train
Committed to honest, unbiased athlete reviews of products
Fans get insight into how athletes play, live, and train.
We are an all-in-one partner that elevates brands and athletes.
We recognize the value of authentic athlete endorsements and their potential to enhance brand credibility, and strive to build lasting partnerships that resonate with our athlete community's values. Brand collaborations are not just transactions, but genuine expressions of trust and shared goals. We promote your products with the same passion and dedication that drives us in our athletic pursuits—delivering valuable and expert advocacy to elevate your brand.
Drawing from his experiences as a former D1 basketball player at the University of Texas and a long career in tech and media, founder Ian Mooney has one mission in mind—put the athlete first. He created D1 Approved to help athletes everywhere navigate the modern NIL world, giving them the best tools to leverage their marketability—not just as individuals, but as a collective group.
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