ATHLETE'S COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST

Compliance protects eligibility, scholarships, and opportunity. This checklist helps athletes stay within rules, avoid violations, and build trust with coaches and programs. Academic Compliance Complete required core courses on time Maintain minimum GPA and credit-hour requirements Register with the appropriate eligibility center Submit accurate transcripts and test scores Recruiting Compliance Understand communication and contact rules by grade level Follow visit rules for official and unofficial visits Avoid improper benefits or inducements Confirm offers and agreements are in writing Amateurism & NIL Only engage in permitted NIL activities Disclose NIL deals as required by school or conference Avoid pay-for-play or recruiting-based NIL agreements Confirm high school NIL rules before signing any deal Substance & Conduct Follow NCAA and institutional substance-abuse policies Verify supplements are permitted Avoid behavior that creates legal or disciplinary issues Manage social media responsibly Eligibility & Playing Time Track eligibility clock and seasons of competition Understand redshirt and medical hardship rules Communicate with staff before making participation decisions Transfers & Changes Follow transfer portal rules if applicable Avoid unauthorized contact with other programs Understand eligibility impact before transferring Final Accountability Ask questions before acting Document important communications When in doubt—pause and verify Compliance isn’t restrictive—it’s protective. Athletes who follow these standards safeguard their future and maximize every opportunity available. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm