ATHLETES
Professional
Athletes
Peace of mind is part of performance
“Ground Control operates as your financial quarterback. We know the rules of your league, the tax exposure that comes with moving between cities and states, and the pace at which decisions need to be made.”
WHY ATHLETES CHOOSE GROUND CONTROL
Income that moves with the season
Signing bonuses, guarantee dates, and performance escalators are tracked as closely as your agent negotiated them — monitored against what's actually paid, not promised.
Multi-state exposure managed before it's a liability
Every game, practice facility, and training location is factored into your tax picture in real time.
Deadlines don't wait
We streamline financial coordination and actively manage cash flow and entity structures against real deadlines.
Built past the final game
Peak earning years translated into a financial foundation that outlasts the career itself.
HOW WE SUPPORT YOU
Contract & Compensation Oversight
- Monitoring guarantee dates, incentive triggers, signing bonus proration, and roster/performance bonuses against your actual contract terms
- Coordinating with agents and team representatives on payout timing and structure
- Tracking league and player-association benefit contributions and vesting
Endorsements & Off-Field Income
- Tracking sponsorships, licensing, appearance, and NIL income separately from playing income
- Managing the multi-state and international exposure that comes with brand deals and appearances
- Ensuring proper structuring, reporting, and compliance on every off-field revenue stream
Multi-State & International Tax
- Managing multi-state filings and allocating “jock tax” liability
- Implementing proactive strategies to minimize tax exposure
Post-Career Planning & Transition
- Preparing for retirement and life beyond professional sports
- Supporting transitions into business ventures, broadcasting, coaching, or ownership stakes
Cash Flow & Lifestyle Planning
- Structuring cash flow around a compressed, front-loaded earning window
- Managing recurring costs across travel, training, staff, and lifestyle needs
- Advising on major purchases including real estate and vehicles
- Bill payment, bookkeeping, and day-to-day financial management
- Oversight of insurance coverage, including health, disability and career-related risk
- Coordination of estate planning and long-term wealth structures