SiriusPoint and Sutton Special Risk Launch SportsSecure™ to Protect Collegiate NIL Commitments
By Lauren Towner · 29 September 2026
In brief: SiriusPoint and Sutton Special Risk have launched SportsSecure™, a specialized insurance product helping colleges manage financial risks related to NIL and revenue-sharing commitments.
| Product Name | SportsSecure™ |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | September 28, 2026 |
| Primary Partners | SiriusPoint and Sutton Special Risk |
| Total Capital | Over $3.0 billion (SiriusPoint) |

HAMILTON, Bermuda. September 28, 2026 – SiriusPoint Ltd. (“SiriusPoint”) (NYSE: SPNT), a specialty underwriter, has today announced a new strategic partnership with Sutton Special Risk, a specialist managing general underwriter providing innovative accident and health insurance solutions. Together, they have launched SportsSecure™, a specialized insurance solution designed to help college and university athletic programs manage injury-related financial exposures associated with Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) and revenue-sharing commitments.
SportsSecure also helps athletic programs manage the impact of injury-related disruptions and support the long-term stability of their athletic programs.
SiriusPoint and Sutton Special Risk combine their complementary strengths in underwriting, specialized insurance, sports-related accident and health expertise, and support brokers, colleges, and universities as they navigate the evolving NIL and revenue-sharing landscape.
“We're only at the beginning of NIL and revenue sharing, and it’s already creating a lot of uncertainty for colleges and universities,” said Tom Leonardo, Global Head of Accident & Health at SiriusPoint. “Athletic departments have a lot to manage, and the financial impact of an athlete’s injury should not create even more disruption. SportsSecure helps colleges and universities prepare for possible injuries, protect their financial commitments, and stay focused on supporting their athletes and programs.
“Since every athletic program is different, we wanted to work with a partner that understands both the sports market and the unique needs of colleges and universities,” added Mr. Leonardo. “Sutton Special Risk brings that expertise, and together we are offering a thoughtful, specialized way to manage injury-related financial exposure and protect the long-term stability of their athletic programs.”
“We are excited to partner with SiriusPoint to bring a dedicated solution to an increasingly important segment of the collegiate sports market,” said Christian Hanson, VP Sports at Sutton Special Risk. “By combining SiriusPoint’s underwriting strength and capacity with our specialist expertise, we are helping institutions better understand and manage these new exposures while providing protection that supports long-term financial stability.”
For brokers, colleges and universities interested to learn more about SportsSecure, visit: https://www.siriuspt.com/sports-secure/
Frequently asked questions
What is SportsSecure insurance?
SportsSecure insurance is a specialized solution designed for college and university athletic programs. It helps institutions manage injury-related financial exposures associated with Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) and revenue-sharing commitments, ensuring long-term financial stability despite athlete injuries.
How does NIL impact university financial risk?
NIL and revenue-sharing create new financial obligations for universities toward their athletes. If a key athlete is injured, the university may still face significant financial commitments; SportsSecure insurance mitigates this risk by providing a dedicated insurance backstop for these exposures.
Who provides the underwriting for SportsSecure?
SportsSecure is a joint initiative between SiriusPoint, a global specialty underwriter with over $3.0 billion in capital, and Sutton Special Risk, a specialist managing general underwriter focused on innovative accident and health solutions.
About the companies
SiriusPoint
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Previously on FF News:
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- SiriusPoint Names Emily Yoo as Chief Operating Officer to Drive Global Operational Excellence 17 July 2026
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Sutton Special Risk
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Companies in this story: SiriusPoint, Sutton Special Risk
People in this story: Christian Hanson, Tom Leonardo