NCAA Rules and Regulations
Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is considered a prospective student-athlete (i.e., prospect)?
A: Any individual who has started classes for the ninth grade.

Q: Is it permissible to discuss Tuskegee with a prospect for the purpose of participation in athletics?
A: No, you may not be involved in promoting Tuskegee to a prospect.

Q: Is it permissible to offer Tuskegee coaches the names of prospects to evaluate?
A: Yes, you may provide coaches with names of prospects for purposes of recruiting.

Q: Is it permissible to provide, arrange or co-sign a loan for a prospective or enrolled student-athlete?
A: No, you may not provide any special arrangement that is not authorized by NCAA regulations.

Q: Can you offer a student-athlete tickets to an athletic, institutional or community event?
A: No, offering free or reduced tickets to any event is not allowed.

Q: Can you provide employment to a student-athlete?
A: Yes, however strict stipulations regarding obtaining employment, compensation and transportation apply; therefore contact the Tuskegee compliance office.

Q: After an athletic event, you see a student-athlete walking home in the rain. Can you provide them transportation to the dormitory?
A: No, you may not provide any means of transportation whether it is airfare home or a ride across campus.

Q: Is it permissible to provide gifts or awards to a student-athlete for his or her athletic performance?
A: No, all awards must conform to NCAA restrictions and must be approved by the Tuskegee compliance office.

Q: As an athletic representative can you continue friendships with prospective or enrolled student-athletes' families (e.g., backyard barbecues, picnics)?
A: Yes, you simply cannot encourage a prospect's participation in Tuskegee athletics or provide extra benefits to student-athletes.

Q: Can a student athlete attend a local charity?
A: Yes, however some restrictions apply.

Q: What would be the penalties if a booster intentionally or unintentionally violated any NCAA rules and regulations?
A: Any misunderstanding or disregard of a rule may result in sanctions against Tuskegee and the individual. Possible sanctions for the individual could include loss of season tickets, public reprimand or disassociation with the institution. Further the institution could experience a reduction in scholarships, ineligibility for postseason events or probation for a period of time.