Director of Athletics at an NCAA institution
Pretend you are the Director of Athletics at an NCAA institution. The NCAA allows self-reporting of violations but can be reported or investigated by the association or other member institutions. If you were aware of a minor violation by your cross country team for providing added benefits to your participants from a booster, would you report it or hope that no one else found out and handle it in-house? Additionally, the NAIA is a self-reporting association so institutions self-report any violations rather than investigations from the NAIA until a self-report occurs. Would being a member of the NAIA change your response? Is the decision you made ethical? (Your initial post should be between 150-200 words
Sample Answer
As the Director of Athletics, I must report the violation regardless of the NCAA or NAIA membership. Here’s why:
- Integrity and Compliance: Failing to report the violation undermines the integrity of the athletic program and puts the institution at risk of harsher penalties if discovered later.
- Protecting Student-Athletes: The NCAA and NAIA rules exist to ensure fair competition and protect student-athletes from exploitation. Reporting the violation safeguards these principles.
- Transparency and Trust: Building trust with the NCAA/NAIA and fostering an environment of transparency is crucial for the long-term success of the athletic program.