Kai Trump isn’t waiting for college to make her name known in the NIL world. The high school golf standout and future University of Miami athlete just secured a deal that puts her on the same team as two of the biggest names in sports and social media: Travis Kelce and Olivia Dunne.
Trump is officially the newest brand ambassador and equity partner for Accelerator Active Energy, the rising energy drink brand that’s becoming a serious player in the athlete endorsement game. The announcement adds another notch to Trump’s growing business résumé-one that already includes deals with TaylorMade and Leaf Trading Cards.
For Trump, the fit felt natural. “I love energy drinks,” she told NIL Daily via Sports Illustrated. “They fit into my daily lifestyle pretty well, and honestly, it was a very natural partnership. I just can’t wait to continue working with them.”
Joining an NIL Inner Circle Built for Stars
Accelerator isn’t just signing anyone. The brand has tapped into cultural icons: Travis Kelce and Olivia Dunne, one of the highest-earning college athletes and a pioneer in the NIL movement. Both bring massive reach, both on and off the field-and now, Trump is joining that circle.
“I met Livvy actually the other day at the airport-funny enough-and she was super nice,” Trump said. “They’re both amazing athletes, and obviously a lot of people look up to them. I’m excited to be alongside them.”
Dunne, who recently wrapped up her NCAA gymnastics career at LSU, helped define what’s possible in NIL. As the first athlete signed by talent powerhouse WME, she set the tone for high-earning, high-visibility NIL careers. Her story was even featured in The Money Game: LSU on Prime Video.
Kelce, meanwhile, has been everywhere lately-from catching touchdowns in Kansas City to investing in wellness brands like Accelerator. His involvement adds a different kind of star power and credibility to the brand’s push.
Trump, still in high school, has positioned herself at the intersection of youth, sport, and brand potential. She hasn’t played a single college tournament yet, but she’s already earning boardroom-level respect.
As the NIL space evolves, names like Kai Trump show that the next wave of stars are arriving early-and they’re ready for the spotlight.
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