NCAA Rules And Regulations

As a supporter of the University of Connecticut, you should be aware that there are many National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations that govern the institution's intercollegiate athletics program. These regulations govern your conduct as well as the conduct of student-athletes, coaches and administrators. The information contained in this site is provided to offer a general overview of key NCAA rules. If you have a need to inquire further, please direct your questions to the Division of Athletics' Compliance Office.

NCAA Position on Gambling

The NCAA opposes all forms of legal and illegal sports wagering. Sports wagering has the potential to undermine the integrity of sports contests and jeopardizes the welfare of student-athletes and the intercollegiate athletics community. Sports wagering demeans the competition and competitors alike by a message that is contrary to the purposes and meaning of "sport." Sports competition should be appreciated for the inherent benefits related to participation of student-athletes, coaches and institutions in fair contests, not the amount of money wagered on the outcome of the competition. For these reasons, the NCAA membership has adopted specific rules prohibiting athletics department staff members and student-athletes from engaging in gambling activities as they relate to intercollegiate or professional sporting events.

NCAA Rules Regarding...

Agents and Amateurism Contacts with UConn Student-Athletes Contacts with Prospective Student-Athletes Contacts with HS & Junior College Coaches Defining Countable Athletically Related Activities Student-Athlete Employment Permissible Activities by Representative of Athletics Interests Frequently Asked Questions Division of Athletics Mission Statement

Compliance Office Staff

Alicia Alford
Associate Director of Athletics/NCAA Rules Education and Compliance Services
(860) 486-1211

Marielle vanGelder
Assistant Director of Athletics/Compliance Services
(860) 486-4580

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Coordinator of Compliance and Financial Aid
(860) 486-2208

Mailing Address:
Compliance Office
University of Connecticut
2095 Hillside Road, U-78
Storrs, CT 06269-3078

Fax Number: (860) 486-2245

EMail: NCAAcompliance@uconn.edu

Important Definitions To Know

• Representative of Athletics Interests
• Prospective Student-Athlete (Prospect)
• Extra Benefit
• Institutional Control

Better Safe Than Sorry

Compliance with NCAA regulations is of the highest priority for our athletic program and institution. We need your assistance in complying with NCAA rules. Don't put the University, a prospective student-athlete or an enrolled student-athlete at risk of a penalty or loss of eligibility.

When you are faced with a situation and are unsure as to how to respond, we strongly urge you to remember our motto "Better Safe Than Sorry" and please ask before you act.