Well it appears it will not be. problem anymore except for the secret handshakes and wink wink.
NFCA DI Coaches:
Thank you for your impressive response rate on the NCAA proposals and early recruiting survey. A record number 95% responded in just 5 days, amazing!
Here is a summary of the results:
• 281 responses (out of 297 – a 95% participation rate).
• 84% prefer lacrosse model over new SAEC model.
• 80% are in favor of moving forward with Sept. 1 of junior year.
Given these results, combined with the momentum in the DI Caucus discussion at the Convention,
we are moving forward asking for adoption of September 1 of junior year as the start date for ALL recruiting contact.
You can read the DI Caucus Minutes Here
We are reaching out to
NCAA DI Council members, the
Student Athlete Experience Committee ("SAEC") and NCAA staff for support. The NCAA Council and Committees meet in mid-January. Our objective is to make sure they know where softball stands when they walk into those meetings.
For Early Recruiting talking points, click HERE
*If you know anyone on the
Council or
SAEC, please let Joanna Lane know. Our outreach efforts will certainly include those with personal or professional connections with those who will be voting.
The NFCA is in the process of creating an early recruiting page on our website to keep you informed and to serve as a resource for the softball community.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to share them with Joanna Lane, Natalie Poole or Karen Weekly.
Thank you for rallying around this important issue. We will keep you posted.
Sincerely,
The NFCA Team