Overview
- A Franklin County judge issued a 45-day temporary restraining order blocking the Ohio High School Athletic Association from enforcing its NIL prohibition statewide.
- The lawsuit was filed by Jasmine Brown on behalf of her son, Jamier Brown of Wayne High School, with the complaint citing missed offers exceeding $100,000.
- OHSAA said it will hold an emergency referendum during the TRO period, with its board meeting Thursday to finalize proposed language and set voting dates.
- Ohio had been one of six states barring high school NIL; the proposed bylaw would permit compensated appearances, licensing, endorsements and social media with reporting safeguards.
- Athletes have begun fielding offers during the window, and the case could become moot if member schools approve an NIL bylaw before the Dec. 15 hearing.