OUR STORY

  • 4,000+

    COLLEGE ATHLETES
  • 35K+

    UNIQUE DESIGNS
  • The Most

    CUSTOM YOUTH / HS SPORTS MERCH BRAND

OUR WHY

MyPlayer is more than just custom merchandise—it’s a movement built on the belief that every athlete’s journey deserves to be celebrated. We’re not just creating apparel; we’re building legacies that athletes and their families can carry with them for a lifetime.

As we look ahead, our "why" remains clear:

Empower Athletes at Every Level – Whether it’s a young athlete chasing their first dream or a seasoned pro strengthening their personal brand, MyPlayer exists to provide them with the tools to tell their story.

Innovation & Authenticity – We refuse to be just another merch company. We’re here to disrupt the game, crafting high-quality, personalized products that resonate emotionally and professionally.

The Journey Matters – From the backyard to the big leagues, every athlete has a story worth sharing. Our mission is to help them build their brand while staying true to who they are.

Scaling with Purpose – We’re expanding into youth markets, integrating content creation, and forging deeper brand engagement to make MyPlayer the go-to platform for athletes looking to own their narrative.

We’re not just thinking about the next step—we’re setting the foundation for the future of athlete branding.

MyPlayer Milestones

  • November 2023

    Founded in a garage in Glenview, IL, MyPlayer was created by two college athletes who saw a gap in the market. Athletes deserved more than just generic team gear—they deserved fully custom merchandise that truly represented their journey.

  • May 2024

    What started with our CEO’s teammates, neighbors, and hometown friends quickly grew into something bigger. Word spread across college campuses, and MyPlayer gained momentum throughout the NCAA, signing over 1,000 athletes in under a year.

  • September 2024

    MyPlayer took a huge leap forward by acquiring NIL company PlayCheck, doubling our growth overnight. This move helped us scale to over 2,000 athletes, giving more players access to the platform and strengthening our mission to build a brand that truly puts athletes first.

  • March 2025

    With over 3,000 college athletes now part of MyPlayer, the movement had officially taken off. But we weren’t stopping there. In March 2025, we launched MyPlayer Next, a groundbreaking initiative designed to bring custom branding and merchandise to every athlete, including youth and high school players. From the future stars to the rising legends of today,