Hobart and William Smith Colleges Athletics

Hobart and William Smith

What is an extra benefit?

An extra benefit is considered to be any special arrangement to provide a prospect or enrolled student-athlete, his or her family/relatives or friends a benefit that is not expressly authorized by NCAA regulations.

Examples include, but are not limited to:
 
  • Cash or loan of money in any amount.
  • Special discount, payment or co-signing of a loan.
  • Involvement in arrangement for free or reduced charges for merchandise, tickets, services, products or rent.
  • Use of an automobile or any other personal property.
  • Gift items (i.e. electronics, holiday gifts, long distance phone cards, gift certificates).
  • Any financial aid other than that administered by the institution.
  • Free or reduced cost housing arrangements.
  • Payment of registration fees for athletic camps.
  • Promise of employment after college graduation.

THESE BENEFITS ARE ALL PROHIBITED.