In light of recent developments in NIL opportunities, attention turns to Olivia Dunne and a potential decision she might make. With Bronny James’ valuation plummeting by $800,000, both he and Dunne now share a current NIL value of $3.7 million. However, recent footage hints at Dunne’s contemplation of a significant move. Could this signal a pivotal moment for the LSU athlete, potentially elevating her above previous standards and reshaping her career path?
Senior college athlete Olivia Dunne’s potential decision to join LSU for a fifth year could significantly boost her NIL value, especially after her recent NCAA victory. Recently, a video surfaced on X showing Dunne mentioning a meeting with coaches, teasing a forthcoming announcement: ‘We did come to a decision, stay tuned to find out.’ While Dunne’s return could enhance her NIL prospects, uncertainty surrounds Bronny James’s career at the moment.
. @livvydunne says she has met with the @LSUgym coaches and made a decision on whether or not she'll return to #LSU for the 2025 season. pic.twitter.com/dtMxNTvwPw
— Jacques Doucet (@JacquesDoucet) April 30, 2024
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It’s worth noting Olivia has an exciting opportunity to extend her NCAA journey due to the additional year of eligibility granted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing her to potentially defend her title until April 2025. However, Livvy also shared a Snapchat story today, with the caption ‘still got it,’ as she showcases her dedication during practice sessions.
In a subsequent snap, she tantalizingly mentions ‘something on the horizon regarding her future,’ accompanied by the caption ‘big announcement Wednesday!’ The signs are pretty much clear that she might again join LSU. Even though she has other options too such as she can choose to be a full-time influencer or become a sports commentator, staying with LSU will benefit her the most.
However, looking at NIL Valuation Shedeur Sanders, an American football quarterback currently holds the top NIL Valuation spot at $4.6M but after, Olivia Dunne’s recent NCAA champion status, she can expand sponsorship opportunities. Bolstered by existing partnerships with major clothing brands such as American Eagle, Forever 21, and Vuori. With Livvy’s standing and potential, a return could not only rival but even surpass Sanders’ valuation. Apart from all this, Livvy’s return can not only affect NIL but also make LSU win the next NCAA, considering her journey.
Olivia Dunne’s potential impact beyond NIL
In Livvy’s freshman season, she made an impressive debut, scoring a 9.875 in her first collegiate meet. During the NCAA Championships on bars, she scored 9.90 and finished the season with an average bars score of 9.844. Throughout her sophomore season, she maintained consistency, averaging a 9.786 on bars and a 9.854 on floor.
In the 2023 season, Livvy showcased her skills further, recording a season-high of 9.850 on bars at the SEC Championships. lastly, on LSU senior night this year, she even received a perfect 10 on the beam from one judge. But while looking at Bronny James it seems his NIL Valuation is declining day by day.
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Bronny James faced a staggering $800,000 decline in his NIL value following a challenging season with the University of Southern California (USC). Once touted with a valuation nearing $5.9 million, Bronny’s setback came after a cardiac arrest halted his play for five months. Upon his return to the court in December, his performance faltered, averaging just 4.8 points per game over 25 appearances.
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As USC failed to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament, Bronny’s NIL value dipped to $4.5 million. Now standing at $ 3.7 million, however, Bronny James’ decline might be the perfect opportunity for Livvy to step up and claim the throne. Just one more day until the big announcement that will determine whether Livvy joins LSU or not.