Henry Bell

ALT NIL Watch #10 card: "The Big Ten caps school NIL at $49M." On Oct. 28, Big Ten presidents capped how much each school can put into athletes' NIL deals. Up to $27.5 million in school-arranged deals. Add House settlement pay: $49 million per school. Athletes can still sign their own NIL deals with any company. "Your brand is your leverage." Source: Big Ten Conference, Oct. 28, 2026. The Game Plan book cover.

ALT Card: "No form letters. Ever." Personalize every cover letter. Tell each coach why you want to play for THEIR school. Include your stats and contact info. "Make it personal." Book cover.

ALT The Game Plan daily affirmation for November 11, 2026. Crown Chakra with a violet icon. Dark scenic background: dark mountain summit above the clouds under a starry sky. Text: I AM A FORTRESS OF INNER STRENGTH. I channel this power into every action and every effort.

ALT Card: "Know your Dream Killers." Personal: bad choices, fear, negative thinking. Environmental: safety issues, lack of resources, high-risk activities. "Name yours. Then lock in." Book cover.

ALT The Game Plan daily affirmation for November 8, 2026. Heart Chakra with a green icon. Bright scenic background: green meadow with wildflowers and a sunny blue sky. Text: I GROW FROM WINS AND SETBACKS. I am grateful for every experience, because each one helps me grow.

ALT Quote card: "Your brand is what others say about you when you're not in the room." Henry J. Bell Jr., The Game Plan. Book cover.

ALT Card: "15 minutes that prevent injuries." Stretch at least 15 minutes a day. When you wake up and before bed. Fewer injuries. Better athlete. Book cover.

ALT The Game Plan daily affirmation for November 7, 2026. Solar Plexus Chakra with a golden yellow icon. Dark scenic background: empty stadium at night under bright floodlights. Text: GRATITUDE FUELS MY DETERMINATION. I appreciate every step forward and use it to keep pushing toward my goals.

ALT Parent card quoting Henry J. Bell Jr.: "If a school has interest in you, genuinely values your ability and skills, and understands the impact of this major decision on your life, then it will not and should not pressure you into committing early." Book cover.

ALT Quote card: "Distractions are Dream Killers." Henry J. Bell Jr., The Game Plan. Book cover.

ALT The Game Plan daily affirmation for November 6, 2026. Sacral Chakra with an orange icon. Bright scenic background: sunny lakeside with a wooden dock and distant mountains. Text: I PLAY WITH PASSION AND PURPOSE. I am thankful for every chance to compete in the sport I love.

ALT Coach card quoting Henry J. Bell Jr.: "Be honest with yourself and seek unbiased advice and feedback from people you trust, mainly your coach." Book cover.

ALT Card: "Your recruiting package." 1) Spreadsheet of target schools and coach contacts. 2) Highlight video and transcripts. 3) Player resume and a personal cover letter. 4) Set a follow-up date. Book cover.

ALT The Game Plan daily affirmation for November 5, 2026. Root Chakra with a vivid red icon. Dark scenic background: rugged coastline at twilight with a deep red sunset. Text: I HONOR THE STRENGTH I'VE BUILT. I am grateful for my body's strength and resilience, and I take care of it.

ALT NIL card: "NIL money is taxable income." Know the tax side of every deal before you sign. Ask a tax professional whether an LLC makes sense for you. Book cover.

ALT Card: "The T-chart college decision." Pros vs. cons for every school: academics, playing time, competition, housing, student body, the city, campus culture, NIL opportunities. "Write it down." Book cover.

ALT The Game Plan daily affirmation for November 4, 2026. Crown Chakra with a violet icon. Bright scenic background: golden autumn forest path in sunlight. Text: I AM GRATEFUL FOR THE JOURNEY. I celebrate this moment and cherish every step along the way.

ALT Parent card quoting Henry J. Bell Jr.: "The truth is, athletes who spend time working on skill training, versus those who work on combine training will always look better than the combine hero on game day." Book cover.

ALT Rule 1: Make it a tool. "Let social media be a tool to represent your personal brand, your character, and your contribution to your community."

ALT Rule 3: Your posts live forever. "Be kind to your future self." (David Meltzer)

ALT Rule 2: Never rant. No posts about personal issues: your team, teammates, coaches, or opponents.

ALT Rule 4: Reposts count too. Before you post, ask: "Am I being kind to my future self with this post/tweet?" Book cover.

ALT The Game Plan daily affirmation for November 3, 2026. Third Eye Chakra with an indigo-purple icon. Dark scenic background: dark canyon at dusk with a winding river and glowing orange horizon. Text: I FIND THE LESSON IN EVERY CHALLENGE. Each trial shapes me into a stronger, more resilient athlete.