Ohio high school student-athletes could receive paid endorsements if proposal is approved

The Ohio High School Athletic Association is considering a proposal that would allow student-athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness.

On Monday The OHSAA held a meeting in Cuyahoga Falls so that members could discuss the proposal before voting on May 1st.

The proposal, which is one of 14 potential changes that will be voted on by high school principals through the first half of May, is similar to how college athletes are eligible to receive paid endorsements.

If passed, high school student-athletes would be able to sign endorsement agreements with companies that comply with the OHSAA education-based objectives.