Future challenges within collegiate athletics include issues related to athlete compensation, scholarship sustainability, and health and safety concerns. The introduction of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) rights has created a landscape where athletes can profit from their personal branding, complicating traditional notions of amateurism. Additionally, the balance between maintaining academic integrity and competitive success presents ongoing challenges for institutions. Ensuring mental health support and safety for athletes also remains a critical focus as these challenges evolve in the collegiate sports environment.