December 15, 2025
Black Bear NIL Collective Adds Explosive Talent with Signing of Wide Receiver Juelz Russell
“Juelz is a player who can change the game in a single play,” said Jackson Leonard, a representative of the Black Bear NIL Collective. “Supporting athletes like Juelz allows us to show recruits from across the Northeast—including talent-rich areas like Rochester—that the Maine community stands behind its players.
December 15, 2025
December 8, 2025
Black Bear NIL Collective Boosts Roster with Signing of Five Key Offensive Players
“We are thrilled to welcome these five young men to the collective,” said Jackson Leonard, a spokesperson for the Black Bear NIL Collective. “From local stars like Nick Laughlin to veteran leaders like Tyler Williams and Andrew Kocan, these athletes represent the heart of UMaine football.
December 8, 2025
November 25, 2025
Black Bear NIL Collective Announces Landmark Partnership with Maine-Grown Standouts Noah Carpenter and Jace Negley
“Having two high-caliber athletes from the same Maine town playing together at the Division I level is a rare and special story,” said Jackson Leonard, a representative for the Black Bear NIL Collective. “Noah and Jace embody the grit and work ethic that Maine football is known for.
November 25, 2025
November 22, 2025
Black Bear NIL Takeover: Blackout Wednesday at Evenrood’s
This Thanksgiving Eve, the Black Bear NIL Collective is taking over Evenrood’s for a “Blackout Wednesday” event that promises to be more than just a party—it’s a new wave of support for Maine athletes and our community.
November 22, 2025
November 18, 2025
Black Bear NIL Collective Signs South Thomaston Native and Freshman Forward Bailey Breen
“I am incredibly excited to partner with the Black Bear NIL Collective,” said Breen.
November 18, 2025
September 30, 2025
Black Bear NIL Collective Announces Partnership with UMaine Football Star Scotty Woods II
“I’m proud to represent the University of Maine and look forward to connecting with the amazing Black Bear fans and community.”
September 30, 2025

