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My First Million

My First Million

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College Athletics Private Equity

For: Universities needing athletic program funding

Buildability

The Problem

Universities struggle to fund comprehensive athletic programs while star sports generate significant revenue

The Solution

Universities spin out athletic programs as separate businesses and sell equity stakes to private investors

Why Now?

College sports revenue growing, NIL changes creating monetization opportunities, universities need funding

Build MVP in 7 Days

Day 1

Research legal feasibility

Day 2

Identify target universities

Day 3

Model athletic program economics

Day 4

Connect with university administrators

Day 5

Draft term sheet templates

How to Validate

Talk to athletic directors
Analyze public university financials
Study existing sports investment models
Survey university funding challenges

Revenue Model

Equity stakes in athletic program revenues including media rights, sponsorships, ticket sales

Competitive Moat

First-mover advantage, university relationships, regulatory expertise

Risks to Consider

Regulatory uncertaintyUniversity resistanceFan backlashEconomic model unproven