1. A Coaches Guide to Navigating the New NCA Navigating the NCAA Recruiting Process: A Coaches Guide Kim Durand Associate Athletic Director for Student Development University of Washington WIAA Coaches School Express March 9, 2013

2. Session Outline NCAA New Initial Eligibility Standards Academic Preparation Unofficial & Official Visits Working with College Coaches Additional Resources Questions & Open Discussion

3. NEW NCAA Initial Eligibility Requirements – Core Classes Current Requirements: NCAA Division I - 16 core courses as follows: 4 years of English 3 years of Math (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of Natural/Physical Science (including 1 lab) 1 year additional English/Math/Science 2 years of Social Science 4 years additional courses (E/M/S, foreign language, comparative religion/philosophy) Sliding Scale (test score/core courses)

4. NEW NCAA Initial Eligibility Requirements – Core Classes Effective August 2016 - impacts THIS YEAR’S FRESHMEN and beyond: NCAA Division I - 16 core courses as follows: 4 years of English 3 years of Math (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of Natural/Physical Science (including 1 lab) 1 year additional English/Math/Science 2 years of Social Science 4 years additional courses (E/M/S, foreign language, comparative religion/philosophy)

5. NEW NCAA Initial Eligibility Requirements – Core Classes TEN core courses MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THE SEVENTH SEMESTER OF HIGH SCHOOL (7 of 10 in English/Math/Science) These 10 core classes are LOCKED IN and cannot be retaken for grade improvement.

6. NEW NCAA Initial Eligibility Requirements – Test Scores Division I uses sliding scale of test scores and core gpa. (see handout) ACT = Sum Score used SAT = Verbal/Math only

7. NEW NCAA Initial Eligibility Requirements Eligibility for Aid/Practice ONLY Beginning August 1, 2016, it will be possible for a Division I college-bound student-athlete to still receive athletics aid and the ability to practice with the team if he/she fails to meet the 10 course requirement BUT would not be able to compete. In addition, the student-athlete must meet the sliding scale for aid/practice.

8. NEW NCAA Initial Eligibility Requirements Eligibility for Competition Beginning August 1, 2016, in order to be eligible for competition during the first year, a student-athlete must have met the NEW sliding scale requirements in 16 core courses with 10 completed before the seventh semester.

9. Coaches’ Involvement with Academics Be educated on Admissions Standards & NCAA Initial Eligibility Requirements. Understand 16 core class requirements & the new NCAA sliding scale. Know both academic eligibility and amateurism eligibility. Be “hands on” in following up with your student-athletes regarding academic progress each semester. Emphasize Freshman – Senior progression. Ask questions about the admissions process/deadlines. Guard against Senioritis and “downward trends”. Stress “best effort” EVERY time your student-athlete takes the SAT/ACT. Call any school’s academic or compliance department if you have questions.

10. Unofficial & Official Recruiting Visits No Limit on Unofficial Visits. (own expense) Maximum of 5 Official Visits. (school expense) Most Student-Athletes Are Making Decisions WITHOUT Taking Official Visits. Assist Student/Parents With Preparation for Visit(s). Compose Questions/Topics to Cover. Debrief Following Visit(s).

11. Working With College Coaches Be Involved in H.S. Campus Visits. Work with High School to ensure NCAA core course list is updated. Provide Transcripts & Film. Don’t Hide Information. Call Coaches if You Have a Legitimate Prospect.

12. Resources NCAA Eligibility Center Information (www.eligibilitycenter.org) NCAA Guide for the College Bound Student- Athlete (www.ncaa.org). UW and WSU Compliance/Academic Services Offices. (www.gohuskies.com) and (www.wsucougars.com)

13. Questions & Open Discussion