TURN OFF YOUR PHONE; OFF, NOT SILENT
Jan 02, 2016
TURN OFF YOUR PHONE; OFF, NOT SILENT
Director of Athletics Dr. Edward M. Matejkovic
Associate Director of Athletics for Facilities and Operations Terry Beattie
Assistant Director of Athletics for Student Services, Compliance, and Academics Kellianne Milliner
Sports Information Director James Zuhlke
Director of Athletic Development Kris Graves
Faculty Athletic Representative Dr. Craig Stevens
West Chester Athletics Varsity Player Info. NCAA Drug Testing Consent Form NCAA Student-Athlete Statement NCAA Rules and Regulations WCU Student-Athlete Handbook
Fill In Form Completely Press hard so it goes through to the
second page Outside Money is any scholarship or
grant from an outside source i.e., Elks Club award, high school award
There are Six Parts that Make Up the Student-Athlete Statement
Completion of Form is Required to Participate in Collegiate Athletics
Print Name Halfway Down First Page
Part 1: Statement Concerning Eligibility Certify you have not violated NCAA rules Meet NCAA regulations regarding eligibility,
recruitment, financial aid, amateur status Aware of NCAA drug-testing program Signing this form falsely or erroneously is
violation of NCAA ethical conduct rules Fill in blanks and sign name
Part 2: Buckley Amendment Consent Signing gives consent to disclose data to
WCU, PSAC, and NCAA Results of NCAA and non-NCAA drug tests Test scores and transcripts Demographic information (race, gender) Information pertaining to NCAA eligibility and
financial aid
Part 2: Buckley Amendment Consent Information used for NCAA research NCAA will never identify student by name Fill in blanks and sign name
Part 3: Promotions Permission Authorize NCAA or a third party acting on
behalf of NCAA to use your name or picture to promote NCAA events, activities, or programs
Fill in blanks and sign name
Part 4: Results of Drug Tests Complete section 1.
Section 2 A= no positive drug test Section 2 B= positive drug test previously
Fill in blanks and sign name
Part 5: Affirmation of Amateurism Signing affirms that you have not violated any
amateurism rules since requesting a final verification from the EC or since signing last year’s forms.
Fill in blanks and sign name
Part 6: Valid Test Score FRESHMEN ONLY
Signing affirms that to the best of your knowledge you have received a validated ACT or SAT score
After today, you must notify Director of Athletics if informed otherwise
Fill in blanks and sign name
Discussed During Video Signing Affirms Agreement to Terms of
NCAA Drug Testing Program Signing Acknowledges That You
Understand and Agree to Testing Rules and Violation Policies
Please write LAST name at top right corner
Positive Test = 365-Day Suspension
1st positive = 365-day suspension (and loss of at least one season of competition) Suspended one calendar year Not season or semester – entire year
2nd positive = loss of remaining eligibility Missed test = positive result (365-day ban) Ask sports medicine if questions about
supplements or medications Positive result in non-NCAA test must be
reported to AD and will lead to more tests
By signing the Authorization for disclosure of health information, you allow the NCAA to view health and injury information for research or other purposes.
By signing the photo release form, you allow WCU to use your photo on the website or other athletic publications.
Ethical Conduct Honesty and sportsmanship-represent WCU at
all times Gambling
Not allowed to provide information to gamblers Not allowed to bet on intercollegiate OR pro
sports Stay away from basketball and football
pools! No fantasy leagues where money is
involved!
Amateurism You must maintain amateur status
Cannot take pay or the promise of pay Agreed (orally or in writing) to compete professionally Must be paid the going rate for any work performed
Seasons of Competition If you did not enroll in college as a full-time student in the term that
begins ONE year AFTER high school graduation, you use a season if you participate in organized competition after that year is up
Financial Aid Cannot receive aid outside of institutional aid except:
Parents/guardians Outside scholarships not related to athletics
You must report any aid that you receive outside of the institution (loans, grants, scholarships). This is done on the varsity player information form.
Academic Standards Eligible to Compete
Regularly enrolled and in good academic standing Not dropped by the university Deemed eligible per NCAA requirements
Enrolled full-time (12 credits) Eligible to Practice
Enrolled full-time (12 credits) Qualifier or partial qualifier
Continuing Eligibility Passed 6 credits previous FT semester Meeting Satisfactory Progress
Average 12 credits per FT semester (48 hours over four semesters = 12 per semester); or
Earn 24 credits over previous two FT semesters (24 hours in Fall 2010/Spring 2011)
75/25 = 75% earned in regular year (18 of 24 hours in fall and spring semesters)
Continuing Eligibility (continued) Minimum GPAs
24 hours = 1.8 48 hours = 1.9 72 hours and up = 2.0
GPA must be earned at West Chester Major selected by start of 5th semester
Freshman Eligibility Qualifier, Partial Qualifier, Nonqualifier
Qualifier Graduate from high school Minimum GPA of 2.0 in 14 core classes 820 SAT or 68 ACT
Qualifiers can practice, compete, and receive athletically-related financial aid
You are eligible to participate in FOUR seasons of eligibility within TEN full-time semesters of school.
You are eligible for championships that occur within 60 days of the date you complete the requirements for your degree.
You are NOT eligible for the rest of the season if you compete on any outside team during the playing season for your sport (which includes the off-season, or non-championship season)
Transfers – 2-4 or 4-4 Different rules for different types of schools You must have a release from your former
school AND must have been eligible at your former school in order to be eligible at WCU
Should have already been discussed prior to today – if questions, stop by athletic office
If you want to leave West Chester: You must inform your head coach first You must have a release from West Chester
Should you want a more detailed summary of the NCAA Regulations, stop by the compliance office and you will be given a packet of information.
WCU SA Handbook WCU Code of Conduct “highest standards of integrity
and honesty” Class Absence Policy
Not excused from class for practice Absence verification form “courtesy form”
Academic Support Tutoring – 105 Lawrence Hall Mentoring Program
Anti-Hazing Policy Athletic Holds Insurance Procedures
You or your insurance must cover at least $500
SAAC – Voice of the Student-Athlete Every team represented – get involved Will provide opportunities for teams throughout
the year Student-Athlete Services
Focus on academic success, athletic success, personal development, career development, leadership and service
There will be some mandatory events, some that you may choose to attend
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Not Hard to Earn Your Degree GO TO CLASS
Simply showing up and paying attention indicates interest and can earn a passing grade
Complete assignments Get to know the professors Use tutors if needed – Lawrence Hall
No Excuses Check your West Chester email daily-
Professors, athletic department, university offers important information
Remember Where You Are Represent coaches and teammates but also
the university Standards High at West Chester
Behavioral Expectations Greater than Student Body
Being and athlete is a privilege, not a right
Return all Packets Send packets and to the end of the row,
separate into two piles Wait for them to be collected Keep sports separated
Retain and Read all Other Documents
GOOD LUCK IN 2011-2012!