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SESSION 2
THE YOUNG ATHLETES GUIDE TO BUILDING A POWERFUL SOCIAL MEDIA & RECRUITING PRESENCE
Learn how to boost your visibility online and stand out to college recruiters. Discover what recruiters and brands really want to see from young athletes on social media and in person.
KEYNOTE & PANELIST:
KAM SCOTT
Founder, VidPort Sports & Athlete Creator Lab | Digital Branding & NIL Strategist
Kam Scott is a former college basketball player turned entrepreneur, dedicated to helping athletes succeed in the digital age. As the founder of VidPort Sports and Athlete Creator Lab, Kam is at the forefront of redefining how student-athletes build, grow, and monetize their brands during the NIL era.
With over six years of experience in social media strategy and content monetization, Kam speaks powerfully on leadership, digital branding, and athlete empowerment. His mission is clear: to equip the next generation of athletes with the tools and mindset to create sustainable opportunities beyond the game.
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PANELIST
Patrick Doherty
Director of Sales & Development, Victory Star NIL – Texas State University
With over 15 years of experience as a college football coach, Patrick Doherty has lived and led through every level of competitive football—from Division III to FBS. His coaching career has spanned Franklin College, Butler University, West Virginia University, and Texas State University, with roles ranging from QB Coach to Offensive Coordinator to Special Teams Specialist.
Patrick now serves as Director of Sales & Development for Victory Star NIL, the official collective at Texas State. In this role, he manages and facilitates NIL deals between student-athletes, businesses, donors, and the university—ensuring all sides are legally protected and supported. His experience makes him uniquely qualified to guide student-athletes on how branding and NIL opportunities truly work.
Dexter Pittman
NBA Champion | Global Professional Athlete | Youth Mentor
Dexter Pittman is a powerful example of perseverance, adaptability, and global experience in the world of basketball. A Rosenberg, Texas native, Dexter began his rise at B.F. Terry High School, earning District 24-4A MVP honors before taking his talent to the University of Texas. Known for his strength in the paint and commitment to conditioning, he became a standout at UT and soon after entered the NBA.
In the 2010 NBA Draft, Dexter was selected 32nd overall by the Miami Heat and went on to win an NBA Championship in 2012. He later played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks, and the NBA G League’s Sioux Falls Skyforce.
Dexter’s career spans a rich international journey with professional stops in China, Puerto Rico, Turkey, Italy, Japan, Mexico, and more. These global experiences have given him a unique, adaptable approach to the game and life beyond it.
Today, Dexter brings his story and insights to young athletes, helping them understand the reality of athletic success, personal discipline, and brand value both on and off the court.
Beyond the Game Industries | Speaker Series
The "Beyond the Game" Sports Career Speaking Series is an educational initiative designed to expose middle, high school and college students, as well as coaches, on how to steer through current athletic development but also educate athletes to the diverse career opportunities available in the sports industry. The series will focus on professions beyond being a player, including coaching, sports medicine, sports management, analytics, broadcasting, and more. Want to be the first to know about our guest speakers and live events? Join our newsletter below.
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