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Savannah State to become active DII member

Savannah State will become the newest member of Division II beginning Sept. 1. As an active member, Savannah State will be eligible for all Division II benefits, including the ability to compete in NCAA Division II championships and a vote at the NCAA Convention.

DIII Administrative Committee approves blanket waivers for participation

Division III student-athletes will not be charged with participation for the 2020-21 season if their team can complete only 50% or less of the sport’s maximum contests/dates of competition due to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Texas A&M football program violated NCAA rules

The Texas A&M football program violated NCAA recruiting and countable athletically related activity rules between January 2018 and February 2019

Kansas infractions case will be resolved through the Independent Accountability Resolution Process

A request for referral of the infractions case involving Kansas to the Independent Accountability Resolution Process was granted by the Infractions Referral Committee. Consistent with rules and procedures governing the process, details...

Division III Membership Committee statement on return to sports

The Division III Membership Committee strongly encourages institutions to make the best decisions for their campus community and the happiness, health and safety of their student-athletes.

DIII surveys membership on potential name, image and likeness legislative concepts

Division III presidents and chancellors, athletics directors, conference commissioners and national Student-Athlete Advisory Committee members shared their opinions through an online survey on potential legislative concepts surrounding name, image and likeness.

Concussion evaluation rule proposed in softball

The NCAA Softball Rules Committee recommended that any player who is removed for a concussion evaluation be allowed to return to the game if cleared by medical personnel. This proposal would be effective for the 2020-21 academic year.

Student-athlete voices valued in decisions for fall

Student-athlete voices are helping shape decisions at the campus and conference level.

Statement from Mark Emmert regarding Mississippi flag

“We are pleased the Mississippi legislature has acted swiftly to remove the Confederate battle emblem from the state flag, and we look forward to Governor Reeves signing this bill. It has too long served as a symbol of oppression, racism...

Appeals committee upholds Mary Hardin-Baylor vacation of records penalty

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor must vacate wins in which a student-athlete competed while ineligible.

New group working toward uniform transfer rule in Division I

The Division I Council Coordination Committee expanded the Transfer Waiver Working Group, formed last fall to study and recommend changes to the waiver process.

2 sports to join Emerging Sports for Women list Aug. 1

The NCAA Emerging Sports for Women program will grow by two sports this August, as acrobatics and tumbling and women’s wrestling are now approved in all three divisions. Additionally, STUNT has received a recommendation from the Committee on Women’s Athletics to join the program.

DI Council extends recruiting dead period in all sports

The Division I Council extended the recruiting dead period in all sports through Aug. 31. The Council met virtually Thursday afternoon.

Regional rankings protocol set in Division III

The Division III Championships Committee decided 20% of teams per region will be included in regional rankings in all sports when a new regional alignment plan takes effect in 2021-22.

Division II drafts name, image and likeness legislative proposals

The Division II Legislation Committee on Tuesday recommended several legislative proposals for the division that would permit student-athletes to benefit from their name, image and likeness.

Addition of 6-meter mark approved in water polo

The NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel approved rules to align the game with national and international rules, including the addition of a 6-meter mark.

Technology rule proposed for indoor, outdoor track and field

The use of technology to view video during track and field competitions is among the recommended rules changes supported by the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Rules Committee.

NCAA Board of Governors expands Confederate flag policy to all championships

The NCAA Board of Governors has expanded the Association’s Confederate flag policy to prevent any NCAA championship events from being played in states where the symbol has a prominent presence. The policy previously barred the awarding of...

Division II affirms same fall 2020 playing and practice seasons, championships

The Division II Administrative Committee affirmed that the division’s playing and practice seasons this fall, along with fall championships, remain unchanged.

NCAA statement on Sen. Marco Rubio bill

We commend Senator Rubio for introducing this critical piece of federal legislation to support student-athletes. The provisions of Senator Rubio’s bill are consistent with the many steps our member schools are taking to modernize name,...

NCAA recognizes significance of Juneteenth

In recognition of Juneteenth, the NCAA is closing its national office Friday. President Mark Emmert announced the decision in a message to membership and NCAA employees.

Q&A with former Colgate star Adonal Foyle

Retired NBA player and former Colgate standout Adonal Foyle has a unique perspective on the current social unrest in the United States.

Idaho men’s basketball program violated NCAA rules

The University of Idaho men’s basketball head coach instructed two noncoaching staff members to engage in impermissible coaching activities

Bids for DI cross country regionals delayed

The Division I Men’s and Women’s Track and Field and Cross Country Committee decided to delay awarding regional cross country sites for the 2022-26 NCAA Championships bid cycle.

Division I Council extends waiver allowing virtual, nonphysical activities through July

Division I student-athletes in sports other than football and basketball may continue to participate in eight hours of required, virtual nonphysical activities per week.

Acrobatics and tumbling, women’s wrestling added to NCAA Emerging Sports for Women program

Acrobatics and tumbling and women’s wrestling will be added to the NCAA Emerging Sports for Women program in Division I, the Division I Council decided Wednesday. The Council met virtually.

DI Council approves plan for men’s and women’s basketball summer activities

The Division I Council approved a plan for summer athletics activities for men’s and women’s basketball. The Council met virtually Wednesday.

DI Council approves football summer and preseason model

The Division I Council approved a model for football summer athletic activities and preseason practice. The Council met virtually Wednesday, June 17.

Division I Council proposes pathway for DIII schools to become DI members

The Division I Council introduced a proposal into the 2020-21 legislative cycle that would establish a reclassification process for schools to transition directly from Division III to Division I.

DIII Strategic Planning and Finance Committee endorses nearly $2 million a year in budget cuts

The Division III Strategic Planning and Finance Committee endorsed championship and nonchampionship budget cuts of nearly $2 million annually for fiscal years 2021-24 to offset budget shortfalls due to the impact of COVID-19.

Fall recruiting calendar proposed in men’s basketball

The Division I Men’s Basketball Oversight Committee proposed a temporary fall recruiting calendar on Monday.

Summer access proposed for DI men’s and women’s basketball

The Division I Men’s Basketball Oversight and Women’s Basketball Oversight Committees on Monday finalized recommendations for summer athletic activities for the upcoming 2020-21 academic year.

DI women’s basketball fall calendar proposed

The Women’s Basketball Oversight Committee recommended amending the fall recruiting calendar on Monday.

Ohio women’s volleyball program provided impermissible recruiting benefits

The Ohio University women’s volleyball coaching staff violated NCAA recruiting rules when it impermissibly purchased airfare for the parents of prospects.

NCAA announces 2020-21 Pathway Program participants

The NCAA leadership development office, in partnership with the Board of Governors Committee To Promote Cultural Diversity and Equity, has selected 20 senior-level administrators to participate in the NCAA Pathway Program, with the goal of...

NCAA Board of Governors statement on social activism

President Mark Emmert and the NCAA Board of Governors recognize the important role social engagement has on driving positive societal change. The recent demonstrations following the tragic killing of George Floyd showed the world the power...

Football Oversight Committee finalizes proposed preseason model

The Division I Football Oversight Committee on Thursday finalized its recommendation for summer athletic activities and preseason practice for the upcoming 2020 season.

Division III increases the length of fall sports preseasons

For the upcoming 2020-21 season, the first practice date for all Division III fall sports will be Aug. 10 or the first day of class, whichever is earlier.

NCAA statement regarding Idaho transgender law

As we have previously stated, Idaho’s House Bill 500 and resulting law is harmful to transgender student-athletes and conflicts with the NCAA’s core values of inclusivity, respect and the equitable treatment of all individuals. Further,...

Division II extends quiet period through July 31

The Division II Administrative Committee on Wednesday extended its quiet recruiting period for all sports through July 31.