Last verified: September 3, 2026. Washington permits high school NIL subject to Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) eligibility and amateurism requirements.
2026 Washington High School NIL Status
Permitted. Athletes can pursue qualifying NIL opportunities when they follow current WIAA and school rules.
How to Protect Eligibility
Keep compensation tied to legitimate NIL rights or services. Avoid pay-for-play, recruiting inducements, unauthorized school trademarks and overlooked disclosure requirements.
Can Washington Athletes Sell Merch?
Personal NIL merchandise can be possible. School marks, uniforms and other protected branding are separate rights.
Washington Checklist
- Review WIAA and school policies.
- Keep payment independent of performance.
- Check disclosure requirements.
- Confirm IP permissions.
- Keep contracts and records.
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Official Washington Resources
Check the school-year version and any later association notices. If a linked handbook has been replaced, obtain the current edition from your school or association before relying on a rule number.
Questions for Your Athletic Director
- Which association and school policy apply to this athlete?
- Must the agreement or promotional materials be disclosed, and when?
- Are the proposed logos, uniform, facilities and sponsor category allowed?
- What parent or guardian steps apply before signing?