/Institutions/Cumberland-University/json/2022-2023/University-Policy-local.json

/Institutions/Cumberland-University/json/2022-2023/University-Policy.json

Policy > Athletics Handbook > Student Athlete > General Student-Athlete Policies > Athletic Regulations

Athletic Regulations

In addition to University Regulations, a student‐athlete’s participation in the University’s intercollegiate athletics program is governed by policies and procedures required by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), the Mid‐South Conference, the University’s Athletic Department, and individual team rules.

Additionally, the Athletic Department endorses the principles of fair play and sportsmanship, and expects all student‐athletes to compete with honesty and sportsmanship at all times.

If a student‐athlete violates an Athletic Regulation, he/she may be suspended from participation (practice or contests) or denied access to Athletic Department services while the alleged misconduct is under investigation.

In determining proper disciplinary responses, the Athletic Director may consult with the Assistant Athletic Director, Team Coach, and other appropriate University officials. Potential disciplinary responses include:

• A warning

• Probation (with or without conditions)

• Restitution

• Restricted access to Athletic Department services

• Suspension from practice

• Suspension from participating in contests

• Scholarship modification or non‐renewal

• Dismissal from a team