Recap of NCAA/NFHS Rules Meetings
On April 27th in Indianapolis the NCAA and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) discussed upcoming and potential rule changes in various sports.
“Category: Rules”
NCAA Men’s Basketball Considers Change from Halves to Quarters
NCAA Men’s Basketball Considers Change from Halves to Quarters.
Indiana High Schools Approve NIL; Reject Basketball Shot Clock
The Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) approved the use of NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) deals for student-athletes for the 2026-27 school year but rejected the use of a shot clock in boys and girls varsity basketball.
NFHS Position Statement Supports State Associations
The NFHS Board of Directors has approved the adoption of an NFHS Position Statement.
Three High School Associations, John Carroll University Add Flag Football
The New Jersey, Maryland and Washington, D.C. high school associations and John Carroll University announced plans recently to add girls/women’s flag football as officially sanctioned sports.
NCAA Division I Tennis Singles, Doubles Championships Moved to Fall
The NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s Tennis Oversight Committee approved holding the men’s and women’s singles and doubles championships in the fall on a permanent basis.
NFHS Wrestling Rule Changes for 2026-27
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (April 20, 2026) — In an effort to establish a more healthy process for girls involved in high school wrestling, the minimum body fat percentage for females has been raised from 12 to 19 percent, effective with the 2026-27 season. Revisions to weight-control rules (1-5-1, 1-5-2) were two of 18 rules changes recommended … Continued
Eastern Michigan University Adding Women’s Flag Football
Eastern Michigan University announced the addition of women’s flag football as an intercollegiate varsity sport in the spring of 2027.
NCAA Division II Examines Use of Commercial Logos
The NCAA Division II Management Council approved a recommendation to request feedback on whether legislation to amend the use of commercial logos is appropriate.
Swimsuits Part of High School Swimming and Diving Rule Changes
Swimsuits are part of the five rule changes in high school swimming for the 2026-27 school year by the National Federation of State High School Association (NFHS).