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Proposed Changes to NCAA By-Laws for Fall Sports Practice and Competition Regulations

This document discusses the proposed NCAA by-law changes introduced by Dr. Bren Stevens at the 2010 NCAA Convention. It outlines new regulations for fall sports, including Cross Country, Field Hockey, Soccer, and Women's Volleyball, focusing on practice commencement, practice hours, and athlete recovery time. Key changes include limiting practice sessions before the first competition and reducing the maximum number of contests in certain sports. The rationale emphasizes cost reduction, improved academic performance, and better alignment with NCAA strategy. Stakeholders are encouraged to engage in discussions regarding these changes.

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Proposed Changes to NCAA By-Laws for Fall Sports Practice and Competition Regulations

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  1. By-Law 17 NCAA proposed by-law changes Dr. Bren Stevens

  2. 2010 NCAA Convention Legislation • Fall Sports: • Cross County, Field hockey, Soccer, and Women’s Volleyball, to specify that an institution shall not commence practice sessions in the Championship Segment 17 days prior to the first permissible contest or date of competition.

  3. Fall Sports (Continued) • Practice Sessions: Cannot begin prior to 17 days or five days prior to the first day of classes. . . • Whichever is earlier

  4. Preseason Practice Period • In the sports if Cross Country, Field Hockey, Soccer and Women’s Volleyball, to specify that during the preseason practice period prior to the first day of classes, a student-athletes countable athletically related activities are limited to six hours per day.

  5. Six Hour Rule • Of the permissible six hours of athletically related activities, only 5 of those hours may be devoted to physical activities. • In addition, during this same period practice may not last longer than 3 hours. • The S/A must be provided with at least 3 continuous hours of recovery time.

  6. Fall Sports Competition Start Dates • In cross country, field hockey, football, soccer and women’s volleyball, to specify that an institution shall not engage in its first contest date of competition with outside competition in the Championship segment before the Thursday preceding Sept. 6th.

  7. Competition Dates-Proposed Reductions • During the Championship Segment: • Field Hockey reduced from 20-18 • Soccer reduced from 20-18 • Tennis/golf no reductions • Volleyball reduced from 28-26 • Football no reductions

  8. Scheduling • Effective date is August 1, 2010. However contracts signed before August 6, 2009 for contest occurring between the Thursday preceding August 30 and the Wednesday preceding Sept. 6 will be honored.

  9. Rationale for Proposed Changes • Reduced costs for preseason meals and housing • Reduced costs for travel • Reduces missed class time • Should contribute to improved academic performance

  10. Rationale • May provide cost savings • Reduce missed class time • Should improve academic performance • Fits with DII Strategic Plan

  11. Proposed topics for 2011 • Committee’s will examine the number of allowable competition dates for other sports. • Exemptions • Non-Championship seasons • TBD

  12. Questions and Comments • Please continue to have meaningful dialogue with your fellow coaches, administrators and students. • Feel free to contact members of the Management Council, and Legislative and Championships Committees with your input.

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