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Outside Competition
Outside competition includes any athletics competition against any athletics team (including an alumni team) that does not represent the UAB athletics program. An outside team is any team that does not represent the intercollegiate athletics program of the University or a team that includes individuals other than eligible student-athletes at the University. Engaging in outside competition or participating on an outside team can affect your eligibility to compete in intercollegiate athletics.
As a general rule, in sports other than basketball, a student-athlete who competes during the academic year as a member of any outside team becomes ineligible for intercollegiate competition. However:
- Such competition may be permitted during an official vacation period outside of your sport's playing season.
- You may compete in outside competition as an individual during the academic year as long as you represent only yourself in the competition. While competing unattached, you may not receive any expenses or instruction from your team coach and may not compete in apparel provided by the University.
- As a basketball student-athlete, you will become ineligible for further intercollegiate competition if you participate in any organized basketball competition other than representing the University in intercollegiate competition.
Certain exceptions to these outside competition regulations are provided, including exceptions for participation in the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, World Championship or World Cup or on a U.S. National Team.
Contact the Compliance Office at 205-975-3051 before participating with any outside team or in any outside competition to determine how your eligibility may be affected.
Outside Competition Policies and Procedures
Outside Competition Form
Outside Competition Rules Education
