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“Collegiate Crest was built to align fans, athletes and partners around authenticity and shared value.”
– John Anderson/Co-Founder
We specialize in sourcing and selling high-quality, authentic, and officially licensed collectibles, allowing fans to own exclusive memorabilia while supporting their favorite athletes. Unlike traditional sports merchandisers, we work directly with student athletes to create unique, limited-edition items for their fans to collect and enjoy.
Our goal is to connect fans and athletes in meaningful ways, turning enthusiasm into a financial opportunity for the heroes of tomorrow. With a keen focus on authenticity, quality, and fair compensation, our collectibles help student-athletes build their personal brands while giving fans something truly special to cherish.
Our Limited Series collectibles keep the scarcity and value of each item. We want our collectibles to be as unique as the players they feature.
Collegiate Crest is unique in the NIL space because our goal is to offer meaningful NIL programs to ALL Student/Athletes on campus across all sports (both Men’s and Women’s). Every Student/Athlete is a star with Collegiate Crest.
Authentic. Exclusive. Student/Athlete-Driven. That is Collegiate Crest Collectibles.
About
MEET THE FOUNDERS
Collegiate Crest was founded in March 2024 by John Anderson, a former college athlete and longtime sports industry professional who believes athletes deserve more than transactional NIL deals – they deserve a lasting stake in the value they help create.
Prior to starting Collegiate Crest, John spent 10 years as a Senior Manager at Wilson Sporting Goods, working closely with athletes, teams and partners across the sports world. That experience shaped his appreciation for authenticity, craftsmanship, and the deep emotional bond between athletes and fans.
In 2023, John consulted for a NIL-focused collectibles company, gaining firsthand insight into the promise and limitations of early NIL monetization models. While the opportunity was clear, he saw a recurring gap: athletes were often treated as marketing assets rather than true partners.
“Athletes shouldn’t just be part of the story – they should share in the legacy they create.“
– John Anderson
As a college athlete in the pre-NIL era, John understands that gap personally. Collegiate Crest was built to close it – by creating premium, authenticated collectibles in a collaboration with the athletes, and by aligning fans, players and partners around authenticity and shared value.
“The goal of Collegiate Crest is to bridge that gap and work closely with our university partners to bring multiple NIL deals to all Student Athletes on campus in both Men’s and Women’s sports.“
– Adam deMalignon
Today, we work directly with universities and their student athletes to bring fans authentic and licensed collectible pieces that tell the real stories of collegiate sports. Our commitment to authenticity, quality, and exceptional customer service isn’t just business – it’s personal.
About Us
Our authentic, high-quality, and original collectible designs set us apart from the competition. Our fair pricing ensures fans accessibility, while the potential for our products to become priceless over time adds an extra layer of value. We extend a warm welcome to both men and women athletes, representing all sports, clubs and university organizations.
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