ATHENS, Ohio– Ohio Athletics and Tandem are excited to announce a pilot program designed to connect fans with players in a whole new way, while creating new NIL revenue opportunities for student-athletes.
This groundbreaking collaboration will leverage Tandem's state-of-the-art video analysis and feedback technology to make it easy for fans and alumni to pay for personalized skill-based video feedback from their favorite Ohio Men's and Women's Basketball players.
"We are thrilled to partner with Tandem in this innovative pilot program," said Ryan O'Connor, Associate Athletics Director for External Engagement. "This collaboration aligns perfectly with our commitment to support Ohio student-athletes in their pursuits of monetizing their name, image, and likeness. Our basketball team members will benefit immensely from the opportunity to connect with and provide coaching to their fans wherever they are."
Through this program, members of the Men's and Women's Basketball teams will use Tandem's platform to offer personalized video feedback to fans, alumni, and aspiring athletes wherever they are. This unique model allows student-athletes to monetize their talent while fostering closer connections with the University community.
"We are honored to work with Ohio University on this first-of-its-kind program," said Michael Koval, Founder of Tandem. "Tandem is designed for people looking to receive high-quality, individualized coaching from athletes who are at the top of their game. This pilot program will provide fans with unprecedented access to their favorite players, which is a huge win for everyone involved – the University, its student-athletes and the broader community."
As the first university to collaborate with Tandem, Ohio University continues to lead the way as an innovative athletic program. This partnership with Tandem highlights Ohio University's ongoing commitment to exploring new revenue opportunities for their student-athletes.
To start learning from Ohio University student-athletes, download
Tandem: Connect with Experts from the iOS App Store. Once the app is downloaded, select the student-athlete and the type of feedback desired. The app guides users through recording, uploading, and sending a video to the chosen athlete. Within 7 days, the selected Ohio University athlete analyzes the video and provides personalized feedback through a recorded video response.
About Tandem
Tandem's mission is to make personalized feedback from the world's best athletes, coaches, and experts both affordable and accessible through technology. By leveraging a seamless digital platform, Tandem connects users with elite professionals who provide personalized, high-quality video feedback tailored to individual needs. Whether it's improving a specific skill, gaining expert insight, or refining technique, Tandem ensures that world-class expertise is within reach for everyone, regardless of location or background. Through this approach, Tandem is democratizing access to specialized knowledge and empowering individuals to achieve their goals with the support of top-tier professionals.
For more information about the pilot program and the partnership between Ohio University and Tandem, please contact:
Ryan O'Connor
Associate Athletics Director for External Engagement, Ohio University
oconnorr@ohio.edu
Michael Koval
Founder, Tandem
Michael@requesttandem.com
www.requesttandem.com
