When news broke that the NCAA was eliminating scholarship caps, many athletes and families thought: more scholarships, more opportunities. And while that’s partly true, there’s another side to the story — roster limits. In this post, we’ll break down exactly what these new limits mean, how they work by sport, and how you can make
How the House v. NCAA Ruling Affects Recruiting, Scholarships, NIL, and More Last Updated: June 2025 On June 6, 2025, California District Judge Claudia Wilken approved the NCAA’s landmark House v. NCAA antitrust settlement, officially reshaping the future of college sports. For the first time, NCAA Division I schools that opt in will be allowed
On Wednesday, April 23rd, U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken issued an order delaying final approval of the landmark House v. NCAA settlement, citing concerns over the immediate implementation of roster limits. Here's what you need to know.
As of August 1, 2024, NCAA Division II coaches can communicate with prospective student-athletes (PSAs) of any age, offering earlier opportunities to build relationships and receive feedback. Learn how these updates impact recruiting strategies and how early preparation can set you up for success in your college athletic journey. NCAA Division II Communication Rule Changes
The NCAA House Settlement, preliminarily approved on October 7th, introduces a groundbreaking revenue-sharing model poised to reshape Division I college athletics. Starting July 2025, student-athletes at Power Conference schools will receive up to 22% of annual revenue, capped at $20.5 million for the 2025-2026 season, with a 4% increase in subsequent years. Schools are bracing for financial shifts, employing strategies like increased ticket fees, corporate sponsorships, and NIL platforms to offset costs. However, the settlement’s new roster limits spark concerns, potentially cutting 4,739 Division I roster spots despite adding 790 scholarships across NCAA sports. This impacts walk-on athletes and complicates compliance with Title IX regulations. Key dates include a final approval hearing on April 7, 2025, and deadlines for athlete claims and objections. As programs and student-athletes adapt, the settlement signals a pivotal era for college athletics.
The ongoing NCAA Settlement officially received preliminary approval on Monday, October 7th, from California District Judge Claudia Wilken. This is a significant step forward in reshaping how NCAA Division I athletics will operate in the future. This settlement has multiple components, significantly impacting former, current, and future NCAA Division I athletes. Colleges have until March
NEW YORK, NY, August 6, 2024 - The 2025-2026 season for the NCAA Division I sports will be monumental in the history of college athletics, as it will be unlike anything we’ve seen before. On Friday, July 26th, the NCAA released an update on the three antitrust lawsuits (House v. NCAA, Hubbard v. NCAA, and
Now that June 15th has come and gone, most college coaches at the NCAA DI level, and all NCAA DII coaches can have recruiting-related discussions with student-athletes in the class of 2026. Here are five tips to consider now that this date is behind us.
If you're a high school student-athlete graduating in 2027, June 15th is one of the most important dates to mark on your calendar. For Division I programs, it's the first day college coaches are allowed to initiate direct recruiting conversations with you. For Division II schools, while electronic communication is permitted at any time, June 15th is when in-person recruiting conversations can officially begin.
April 30, 2024 - New York, NY - NCAA Transfer rules have evolved significantly since the Transfer Portal’s inception in 2018. These rule changes have considerably influenced student-athlete collegiate career decisions and made recruiting more complex for college programs. To explore this topic, we will cover the evolution of the NCAA Transfer Portal over recent