First helps collectives navigate the NIL for foreign athletes to maximize earnings without risking current and future immigration prospects.
Yes, you can keep your student visa.
Yes, you can get top sponsorship deals.
Yes, you can carve a path to a green card.
First is the first and only service to help foreign athletes navigate the NIL.
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Maintaining eligibility of athletes is paramount at First. We are compliant with NIL regulations to give fair market value to athletes and will never pay athletes to play or offer “gifts” above market value.
When a player experiences a significant moment in their sports career, such as making the senior team, breaking a scoring record, or recovering from an injury, they can release a First Moment NFT to commemorate that specific moment in time. These moments are mintable (purchasable) within a three-day period.
Yes, First Moments are NFTs, but they differ from traditional NFTs in that they are Soulbound NFTs. Soulbound NFTs are special NFTs that cannot be transferred or sold, which eliminates price pumping and dumping. The idea is that First Moments are not purchased with money, but earned by true fans who were there supporting the athlete from that particular moment.
Since First Moments cannot be sold for profit, they are purely commemorative badges that you mint to show your support for your favorite athlete. Remember, First Moments can only be earned by being a true fan and cannot be purchased from aftermarket resellers.
Besides the financial support from the minting fee earned, First Moments NFTs allow athletes to identify their earliest and most fervent supporters. It is up to the athlete to decide how they want to engage with this special group of supporters in the future.
To participate, you will need a Web 3 wallet that is compatible with the Ethereum Network. The most popular ones are Coinbase Wallet and Metamask. You will also need ETH for gas (transaction fee) and for minting any First Moments NFTs. Contact us at yo@webefirst.com if you'd like us to walk you through how to do this.
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First is driven by Canada's elite player development coaches and leading U.S. immigration lawyers. At First, we ensure that you stay legally compliant while actively connecting you with top sponsorship opportunities.
Emerson Murray, former 4-star recruit and Canada's #3 high school basketball player, transitioned from D1 college success to a pro career in Asia. He's now the CEO of First, aiding international athletes in their NIL endeavors. Also, as a basketball academy leader and former Head of Athlete Relations for SkyBlue, he drives athlete empowerment initiatives.
Pasha Bains, a standout in Canada's basketball scene, leveraged his talent as a player and coach. As the co-founder of Drive Basketball and mentor to young athletes, he's a driving force in developing basketball talent. With his extensive knowledge and experience, Pasha continues to make a significant impact in the world of basketball.
Peter stands at the helm of Roberts Immigration, a firm revered for its acumen and success in navigating the complex landscape of immigration law. Recently, Peter joined Ogletree Deakins, a powerhouse in labor and employment law, has a storied reputation for delivering unparalleled legal services.
LV earned a spot on the Forbes’ 30 Under 30 for his work in sports technology and custom-fit footwear. A graduate of the renowned startup accelerator Y Combinator, Jadavji has steered several companies over 10 years as a founder.
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