
Black Bear NIL Collective Signs South Thomaston Native and Freshman Forward Bailey Breen
ORONO, MAINE – November 18, 2025 – The Black Bear NIL Collective, a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) collective serving University of Maine student-athletes, is proud to announce the signing of freshman forward Bailey Breen to its roster of athletes.
The signing marks a significant addition for the Collective, highlighting a commitment to supporting homegrown Maine talent. A native of South Thomaston, Breen arrives in Orono with high expectations and a celebrated high school career, ready to make an immediate impact as a forward for the Black Bears.
“We’re proud to welcome freshman forward Bailey Breen to the Black Bear NIL family,” said a representative for the Black Bear NIL Collective. “The South Thomaston native has a bright future ahead, and we are thrilled to facilitate opportunities that allow her to connect with the Maine community that has supported her journey so far.”
The partnership with the Black Bear NIL Collective will allow Breen to engage in community initiatives, brand partnerships, and charitable causes, leveraging her platform as a Division I athlete while remaining close to home.
“I am incredibly excited to partner with the Black Bear NIL Collective,” said Breen. “Representing my home state at the University of Maine is a dream come true, and having the support of the Collective allows me to focus on my game and my education while staying connected to the community I love.”
This signing reinforces the Collective’s mission to empower student-athletes and ensure that the University of Maine remains a competitive destination for top-tier talent within New England and beyond.
About Black Bear Collective
The Black Bear NIL Collective is a donor-driven organization dedicated to providing Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities for University of Maine student-athletes. By connecting athletes with businesses, fans, and charities, the Collective helps student-athletes maximize their value while making a positive impact on the Maine community.
Contact: Jackson Leonard – Black Bear NIL Collective – jackson@blackbearnilcollective.org
(207) 217-1829
https://blackbearnilcollective.org/

