A New Era of College Athletics: House Settlement Impact on TAF

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College athletics has officially entered a new era. On June 6, the House v. NCAA settlement received final approval, which has permanently reshaped the structure of college athletics. LSU will now have the ability to directly share revenue with student-athletes through a regulated system, allowing them more opportunities than ever throughout their time competing for the Purple and Gold. Over the past several months, our team at the Tiger Athletic Foundation has been proactively working alongside LSU Athletics to prepare for what’s ahead, as this defining moment marks a transformation in how we sustain, support and compete in the world of intercollegiate athletics. While the settlement affects our university, student-athletes and fundraising priorities, our mission remains unchanged. With your help, we will continue to provide opportunities and invest in champions at LSU.

Some key highlights of the changes that have started at LSU and universities around the country since the settlement are as follows:

Revenue Share: As of July 1, LSU will be able to distribute up to $20.5 million annually to student-athletes directly and will offer support for all 21 of our varsity athletics programs.

Scholarship Increases: The scholarship cap has been removed, allowing us to extend more opportunities to more student-athletes across all sports. LSU will add 65 new scholarships, increasing scholarship costs from $16 million to $18.5 million annually, starting this fall.

NIL Governance: Through a new national governance model, student-athletes will continue to receive compensation for the use of their name, image and likeness. Under this new structure, Bayou Traditions will no longer assist current LSU student-athletes as it has in the past.

A Note on Bayou Traditions and Donor Transition

Effective July 1, TAF Services Corporation has ceased providing fundraising services for Bayou Traditions. As part of this transition, TAFSC is reaching out directly to donors who have made pledges to Bayou Traditions or who have active scheduled payments tied to NIL-related initiatives. These donors are being contacted to approve the redirection of their support to the Tiger Athletic Foundation, ensuring their intent is honored and their generosity continues to benefit LSU student-athletes in a compliant and mission-aligned manner.

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