Can a former student-athlete, now a booster, converse with a visiting prospective student-athlete?

A former student-athlete who is now a booster is prohibited from having conversations with a visiting prospective student-athlete due to NCAA regulations. The NCAA has established guidelines to ensure that the recruitment process remains fair and that prospective student-athletes and their families receive consistent information without undue influence from outside individuals.

Boosters are individuals or organizations that support an athletic program, often providing financial support or resources, but they do not have the same standing as current team personnel in the recruitment process. Allowing a booster to interact with a prospective student-athlete could risk the integrity of the recruitment process, as it may lead to undue pressure or advantages that could influence the recruitment outcome.

Maintaining a clear boundary in communication helps preserve equity among recruitment efforts and prevents any potential violations related to improper benefits or recruitment tactics. This regulation is part of a broader effort by the NCAA to ensure that athletics remain a fair and clean environment for all participants involved.