Armando Bacot becomes face of Virginia activewear company's NIL program

Posted Dec 3, 2022
As the name, image and likeness (NIL) landscape in college sports continues to evolve, companies are evolving with it. Charlottesville, VA based activewear company, Rhoback, has agreed to a NIL deal with UNC forward Armando Bacot to make him the leading face of their Rhoback U college athlete program. Bacot is considered a "pillar" athlete by Rhoback. (WRAL Sports Fan)

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