Know Your Limits
Any special arrangement from the institution, its staff or its boosters to provide a benefit to student-athletes or their friends or family unless that benefit is (1) provided to the institution's students generally or (2) specifically permitted by NCAA rules is considered an
Extra Benefit.
Examples of
Impermissible Extra Benefits:
- The use of an automobile
- Giving a loan or helping to secure a loan
- Discounts on services, like dry cleaning or car repair
- Discounts on purchases, such as clothing or airline tickets
- The use of a cell phone or phone card
- Receipt of services from businesses, like movie tickets or dinner
Examples of
Permissible Benefits the institution may provide:
- Athletics scholarships
- Appropriate equipment for practice and competition
- Travel expenses for competition
- Meals and entertainment expenses related to practice or competition
- Complimentary admissions to their contests for family and friends Awards to recognize their participation and achievement
- Medical treatment
- Academic support services
The topic of permissible and impermissible benefits is extremely complex. To avoid inadvertently doing something that will jeopardize your eligibility, please contact the compliance office (304-876-5404) when you have questions. We encourage you as well as coaches, faculty, boosters, and fans to talk with us before accepting or providing a benefit. These are
only some examples of impermissible and permissible benefits.
Remember, ASK before you ACT! Contact the Compliance Office at 304-876-5404.
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