Knowing what an athlete is allowed to do and still be considered an amateur athlete will help protect the student’s eligibility status within the NAIA. For information on how athletes who have lost their amateurism status, click here for the amateurism reinstatement process. Professional Teams A student may tryout during a professional camp, as long as the…
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Amateurism Reinstatement
Brenda White
The National Coordinating Committee (NCC) reviews all amateur reinstatement requests for student-athletes seeking to regain eligibility to compete in NAIA athletics. This guide outlines the rules, procedures, and case studies to help understand the reinstatement process. Reasons for Loss of Amateur Status Student-athletes may lose amateur status for reasons including: Even if amateur status is…
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Notice of Possible Amateurism Issues
Brenda White
When an NAIA institution receives a notice that a student-athlete might have violated their amateur status, it can raise important questions about next steps. Understanding the roles of the institution, the NAIA Eligibility Center, and the bylaws governing amateurism is key to resolving the matter efficiently and accurately. The Role of the NAIA Eligibility Center…