With the rise of TikTok, former and current college athletes have been able to make a platform for themselves, their daily lives, and struggles of being a student athlete. Not to mention, it allows them to build a name for themselves and increase their potential for NIL deals. Here are some of the most influential people who have created a following based on their experiences in college sports. Follow them, learn from them, and be inspired!
Hanna & Haley Cavinder – 3.9 M Followers, 92.3 M likes
Platform: Mixed content, dances, brand deals, basketball
Sport: California State University, Fresno Women's Basketball
@cavindertwins
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Victoria Garrick – 1.2 M followers, 68.1 M likes
Platform: Mental health advocate for athletes, body positivity
Sport: Former University of Southern California Volleyball
@victoriagarrick4
Sedona Prince – 3 M followers, 157.1 M likes
Platform: Daily life as an athlete, gap in men's/women's sports, mixed content
Sport: University of Oregon Women's Basketball
@sedonerr
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* Originally published on February 24, 2022, by Andrea Leitner