The Wolfpacker: An Independent Magazine Covering NC State Sports
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■ WOLFPACK CLUB NEWS COMPLIANCE CORNER: BOOSTERS BY THE RULES Subscribing to The Wolfpacker magazine makes you a booster and supporter of our athletics programs! NLI Signing of the recruiting pro- cess takes place when a prospect signs the National Letter of In- tent (NLI) with their chosen institution. By signing the NLI the prospect becomes of- ficially committed to the institution they sign with. During the early signing pe- riod in November, all sports except foot- ball, soccer and track/cross country are allowed to sign prospects to NLIs. This is a good time to examine some The culmination of the most frequently asked questions regarding a prospect who has signed a National Letter of Intent. Q. How long is a prospective student- athlete considered to be a prospect? A. A prospective student-athlete re- mains a prospect even after signing a NLI or financial aid agreement to attend NC State. The prospect, the University, and boosters are all gov- erned by the recruiting regulations until the prospect reports for regular season practice or attends their first day of classes in any regular term (i.e., fall or spring). Q. Is it permissible for boosters to con- tact a prospect who has signed an NLI? A. No. NCAA rules prohibit boosters from making housing arrangements for student-athletes or prospects, even if they have signed an NLI to attend NC State. For example, it is not permissible to offer reduced-rate rental opportunities to prospects. prospect who has signed an NLI? Q. Is it permissible for a booster to as- sist a prospect who has signed an NLI with precollege expenses? A. No. Neither NC State nor its boost- ers are permitted to offer, provide, or arrange financial assistance to cover a prospect's expenses educational for any period prior to their enroll- ment. This applies even to those prospects who have signed an NLI or financial aid agreement to attend NC State. A. No on- or off-campus contact (in- cluding cards, email, texts or tele- phone calls) may be made to pros- pects or their parents by boosters. Q. Is it permissible for a booster to em- ploy a prospect who has signed an NLI? hibitions against the provision of extra benefits to currently-enrolled student- athletes also extend to all prospects, their parents and relatives. NCAA rules are often very compli- Please remember that the same pro- cated so if you find yourself in a position where you have questions please do not hesitate to contact us. A. Yes. NCAA rules permit prospective student-athletes who have signed NLI's to be employed by boosters during the summer following their graduation from high school, prep school, or junior college. Prior to employing prospects, however, "Ask Before You Act" by contacting NC State Athletic Compliance directly. Toll Free: 1-855-5 COMPLY (1-855-526-6759) Text: 919-675-4424 E-mail: ask_compliance@ncsu.edu Online: www.gopack.com/compliance Become a fan of us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter! www.facebook.com/wolfpackclub • www.twitter.com/wolfpackclub 8 ■ THE WOLFPACKER boosters must check with the coaching staff and the compliance office to make sure all regulations are being followed. Q Is it permissible for a booster to arrange summer housing for a Experience Luxury at Carter-Finley Stadium! Treat your guests to a first class experience. Reserve your space now to entertain clients, friends, and family in Vaughn Towers! We have immediate availability in sections 101 and 111 in the Dail Club as well as a few open suites. If you are interested, please contact Kelley Catlett at (919) 865-1430 for more information. ance policy or set up a similar plan to endow a scholarship through planned giving as well as receive Wolfpack Club credit for a will bequest. Anyone who would like to consider any of these options can start by contacting Buzzy Correll at 919-865-1508. Club in your will could qualify your loved ones for significant tax advantages? Donors can also purchase a life insur- Did you know ... that naming the Wolfpack