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Credits: This 2014-15 Handbook is published by the Kentucky High School Athletic Association. Publisher: Julian Tackett, Commissioner. Editor: Joe Angolia.

Assistant Editors: Michael Barren, Darren Bilberry, Chad Collins, Butch Cope, Angela Passafi ume and Marilyn Mitchell. Layout: Joe Angolia. Cover Photography: Tim Webb and Jim Osborn.

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MISSION STATEMENTThe KHSAA shall establish, promote and deliver the highest quality interscholastic athletic programs and activities in an effi cient and pro-gressive manner that emphasize participation, safety, sportsmanship and integrity to enhance the educational experience of the student athlete.

2014-2015 HANDBOOK

khsaa.org(a kentucky.com affiliate)

2014-2015 KHSAA Board of Control

www.khsaa.org

PresidentCarrell Boyd

PrincetonRegions 1-2(2013-2017)

President-ElectJeff Saylor

MolusRegions 13-14(2012-2016)

DirectorJohn Barnes

LexingtonRegions 9-16(2013-2017)

DirectorBill BeasleyHendersonAt-Large

(2012-2016)

DirectorKim Parker-Brown

LexingtonAt-Large

(2013-2017)

DirectorDonna BumpsBowling Green

Regions 1-8(2013-2016)

DirectorRon Dawn

NewportRegions 9-16(2012-2016)

DirectorMike Deaton

LexingtonRegions 5 & 8(2014-2018)

DirectorMark Evans

LouisvilleRegions 1-8(2014-2018)

DirectorPete Galloway

SedaliaKDE Appointed

Member(2014-2018)

DirectorGwen Gibbs

CamptonRegions 9-16(2013-2015)

DirectorDana Guyer

LouisvilleAt-Large

(2011-2015)

DirectorScott Hawkins

VersaillesRegions 11-12(2013-2017)

DirectorMarlon Miller

LouisvilleRegions 1-8(2014-2018)

DirectorSteve Riley

GlasgowRegions 3-4(2011-2015)

DirectorStan SteidelCold Spring

Regions 9-10(2011-2015)

DirectorHenry WebbPrestonsburg

Regions 15-16(2012-2016)

DirectorJerry Wyman

LouisvilleRegions 6 & 7(2014-2018)

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Julian TackettCommissioner

Voice Mail Extension: 233 CEO, BK postseason, FB, Website Design,

KHSAA Finances, Event Tickets/Reconciliation, Bylaw Interpreter

jtackett@khsaa.org

Butch CopeAssociate Commissioner

Voice Mail Extension: 231VB, BA, CC, Middle Schools,

Corporate Partnerships, Student Leadership, Novelties

bcope@khsaa.org

Michael BarrenAssistant Commissioner

Voice Mail Extension: 237SO, WR, TN, AR, Trophies and

Awards, Disqualifi cationsmbarren@khsaa.org

Darren BilberryAssistant Commissioner

Voice Mail Extension: 229GF, SW, FP, BF, Title IX Coordinator

dbilberry@khsaa.org

Angela Passafi umeAssistant Commissioner

Voice Mail Extension: 225XC, BK Rules Interpreter, FH,

TR, BW, Offi cials Division Supervisor, Licensing

apassafi ume@khsaa.org

Chad CollinsGeneral Counsel

Voice Mail Extension: 227Due Process, Contracts, Open

Records, Trademarks, Insuranceccollins@khsaa.org

Joe AngoliaCommunications DirectorVoice Mail Extension: 235

State Records, Publications, Media Relations, Website Content,

Scoreboards, Video Salesjangolia@khsaa.org

Rob CatronInformation Technology

DirectorVoice Mail Extension: 228

Online Clinics, Event Technician/Needs, Website Assistance

rcatron@khsaa.org

Marilyn MitchellAdm. Assistant

Voice Mail Extension: 243Offi ce Manager, Asst. to Mr. Tackett

mmitchell@khsaa.org

Ne’Cee AndersonAdm. Support Specialist

Voice Mail Extension: 221Receptionist, Assistant to

Mr. Barren and Mrs. Passafi umenanderson@khsaa.org

Marsha DayAdm. Support Specialist

Voice Mail Extension: 239Assistant to Mr. Cope

mday@khsaa.org

Darlene KoszenskiAdm. Support Specialist

Voice Mail Extension: 223Assistant to Mr. Collinsdarlenek@khsaa.org

Phyllis SalleeAdm. Support Specialist

Voice Mail Extension: 241Assistant to Mr. Bilberry

psallee@khsaa.org

John GinnPhysical Plant Director

Voice Mail Extension: 252Shipping and Receiving

jginn@khsaa.org

Jeremy IsonInformation Technology Asst.

jison@khsaa.org

Region 1Toni Fehrenbacher (Marshall County)

Wes Averill (St. Mary)Region 2

Kaitlyn Gilkey (Caldwell County)Brett Seymore (Caldwell County)

Region 3Brooke Logsdon (Owensboro Catholic)

Logan Blue (Owensboro)Region 4

Lauren Elson (Bowling Green)Christian Naylor (Russellville)

Region 5Allie Ingram (Green County)

Spencer Chowning (Nelson County)Region 6

Kayla Knight (Southern)Cornelius Langston (Pleasure Ridge Park)

Region 7Martha Gottbrath (DuPont Manual)

Logan Porter (Trinity (Lou.))Region 8

Kaitlin Murray (Simon Kenton)Paul Miller (Collins)

Region 9Brittany Turner (Dixie Heights)Evan O’Hara (Boone County)

Region 10Amber Robinson (Scott)

Aaron Botts (Montgomery County)Region 11

Jodi DeJohn (Woodford County)DeMarcus George (Madison Central)

Region 12Allison Clark (Casey County)

Curry Brown (Mercer County)Region 13

Pooja Kanthawar (North Laurel)Dalton Sizemore (Williamsburg)

Region 14Colby Creech (Wolfe County)

Stephen Skidmore (Powell County)Region 15

Caitlyn Hunt (Belfry)Dalton Stanley (Pikeville)

Region 16Taylor Everman (Bath County)

Christopher Stull (Bath County)

2013-2014Forcht Bank/KHSAA

CLASS AwardsRecognition Program

Statewide WinnersToni Fehrenbacher (Marshall County) &

Paul Miller (Collins)

Each statewide winner receives a $3,000 scholarship

to a Kentucky college or university of their choice.

All Regional winners receivea plaque and a $350 scholarship.

CORPORATE PARTNERS The Kentucky High School Athletic Association is grateful for the

support of the following corporate partners and supporters of this program. The KHSAA appreciates the continued assistance from local high school athletic

directors and guidance counselors with this program.

Forcht Bank (Lexington) KHSAA Offi cials Division (Lexington), Riherds.com (Smiths Grove)

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CURRENT STRATEGIC PLAN ADOPTED BY THECURRENT STRATEGIC PLAN ADOPTED BY THEBOARD OF CONTROL BOARD OF CONTROL

The Board of Control has adopted a strategic plan in effect through the 2016-2017 school year. Key elements of the new strategic plan include an updated vision statement and mission statement, as well as the Association’s values and basic principles.

KHSAA VISION STATEMENTKHSAA VISION STATEMENTTo provide diverse and equitable opportunities for all students to

enjoy the privilege of participation in school and education based sports or sport-activities as part of the educational experience to teach and hone life skills, learn perspective, have fun and develop character.

KHSAA MISSION STATEMENTKHSAA MISSION STATEMENTTo provide governance and leadership in order to regulate and

progressively administer the highest quality interscholastic athletic sports and sport-activities in an effi cient manner, and promote the values of participation for all involved in education based athletics and school-based sports. The KHSAA will work collaboratively with its member schools to recognize and promote the primary focus of high school academic success and college and career readiness for the student participants, risk minimization for all participants in the programs, and the effi cient administration of the education based athletic program in the schools.

KHSAA VALUES AND BASIC PRINCIPLESKHSAA VALUES AND BASIC PRINCIPLES• High School sports and sport-activities programs are education-

based;• Fun is the primary reason for a student’s participation;• Participation in high school sports and sport-activities is a

privilege;• Participation in high school sports and sport-activities teaches

life skills and perspective and supports the development of positive character; and

• Participation in high school sports and sport-activities supports the academic mission of the school.

ABOUT THE KHSAAABOUT THE KHSAAThe Board of Control and Staff of the Kentucky High School

Athletic Association are looking forward to the 2013-2014 school year with excitement and enthusiasm. Maintaining quality athletic programs has been an Association goal since 1917 and the KHSAA has enjoyed the support and involvement of the membership in this endeavor since that time.

The last few years have begun to revitalize the KHSAA with new ideas and a fresh perspective. Such information is essential as the Association moves forward with development of the many programs, activities and initiatives.

Under the leadership of Julian Tackett, the Association’s seventh Commissioner, the goal of consistently operating the Association in accordance with sound business practices continues to ensure fi nancial stability. The Association has a unique opportunity to further expand participation and recognition opportunities to student-athletes as a result, a task the leadership is quick to embrace.

Interscholastic athletics not only builds character through competition and sportsmanship, but it also serves as the number one dropout prevention program nationwide. If the Association has the opportunity to provide these opportunities to students while helping member school districts meet educational goals, it should use every available resource at its disposal to do so.

The KHSAA will continue to face the usual challenges that confront any regulatory organization. The Association rules and regulations are solid philosophically and refl ect the vote and wishes of its member schools, the Kentucky Board of Education and the Kentucky General Assembly. The Commissioner and staff will continue to interpret and enforce any and all regulations approved by the membership, the Kentucky Board of Education and the Kentucky General Assembly. School personnel are to be commended for doing an outstanding job complying with Association rules, policies and directives.

The KHSAA is designated as the agency to manage high school athletics in Kentucky through applicable statutes and regulations. Ensuring a fair and equitable environment for participation remains the primary focus for the Association.

BACKGROUND OF THE HANDBOOKBACKGROUND OF THE HANDBOOKThis handbook is compiled as a service to the member schools and

constituents of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association. During the year, interpretations are revised or changed and are published in KHSAA publications and posted on the KHSAA website, www.khsaa.org. A great deal of time and effort has been spent revising sections of the Handbook including the bylaw interpretations, and clarifi cation of competition rules and regulations.

The move to an online-only format allows the book to be viewed and catalogued in specifi c sections, rather than as an entire book, front-to-back. Each section begins with the number 1 and carries through its entirety. For example, the Bylaws will be numbered starting with page Bylaw-1, Bylaw-2, followed by Policies-1, Policies-2, etc. As always, should there be any questions or clarifi cations, feel free to direct them to the Association staff.

Information printed in the directory of member schools is based upon completion of the periodic update and subsequent changes submitted in writing, via electronic means or telephone. These changes are refl ective of the information submitted by the member schools prior to Aug. 11, 2014. Each member school was notifi ed through its Principal and Athletic Director regarding the procedure for making changes.

Information contained in the offi cials’ directory is based on offi cials licensing and re-licensing prior to Aug. 11, 2014. Licensing continues in all sports into the school year, with a higher licensing fee for offi cials not re-licensing prior to July 1. If a member school has any doubt as to an offi cials’ status, they should contact the Association offi ce prior to contracting the offi cial to work a contest or check the KHSAA web site for information.

School personnel are invited to inform the Association of any changes or inaccuracies by updating information through the school login subsystem of the Association website. Enrollment fi gures listed are based upon the annual report from the Kentucky Department of Education following the second month of the 2013-2014 school year. The enrollment is doubled for schools enrolling only one sex when classifying cross country, football and track in order to make comparisons to coeducational schools.

HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVEHISTORICAL PERSPECTIVEIn 1917 the principals of a few schools organized the Kentucky

High School Athletic Association to regulate, develop and purify high school athletics. Since then each high school accredited by the Kentucky Department of Education has been eligible to join through application by the Principal and the approval of the local Superintendent. In 2014-15, there are 277 members of the Association. The Association is a self-managing entity through which the schools work cooperatively for the betterment of the total program. Delegates designated by each member school Principal give initial approval to changes in the rules and regulations.

The general control is lodged with a Board of Directors, generally referred to as the Board of Control, fourteen of which are elected by the member schools, and an additional four members appointed by the Kentucky Board of Education. The Association is operated under the direction of the Kentucky Board of Education and the Kentucky General Assembly. The Board of Control selects a Commissioner for the Association and the Commissioner hires such assistants within the approved budget as deemed necessary to administer the many details of the program in compliance with the 1971/1987/2008 Federal Court Decree. The duties and authority of the Commissioner are defi ned by the Constitution and Bylaws. These are as binding on the Commissioner and staff as they are on the member schools.

KHSAA 2013-2014 ANNUAL SUMMARY REPORTKHSAA 2013-2014 ANNUAL SUMMARY REPORTTwo hundred seventy-seven schools joined the Association for the

2013-14 school year. Five of these schools enroll girls only and six have only boys. Two hundred eighty schools joined the Association for the 2012-2013 school year.

HANDBOOK REVISIONS FOR 2014-15HANDBOOK REVISIONS FOR 2014-15Customary revision has been made to the Handbook in terms of its

format and content. The Board of Control and the staff spent much of the past year focusing on the accuracy and intent of the rules and rules interpretations of each section of the Handbook.

Among the most noticeable changes made to this year’s book are the following items:

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Preliminary competition rules for fi eld hockey as the newest KHSAA-sanctioned team sport;

Numerous revisions to case situations to refl ect Board of Control action the past year as well as interpretations by the Commissioner;

Revisions to KHSAA policy on scrimmages for all sports;Revisions to the KHSAA Bylaws as promulgated through the

membership process including:Changes to Bylaw 3 to start the four-year count of student

eligibility with initial enrollment in grade nine;Changes to Bylaw 5 to accommodate academic eligibility for

Districts of Innovation as approved by the Kentucky General Assembly;

Changes to Bylaw 6 regarding domestic transfer students which makes the period of ineligibility one year from last participation;

Changes to Bylaw 6 to clarify the Boarding school exception;Changes to Bylaw 6 to allow for disallowance of eligibility in the

event of a player following a nonschool coach to a new job;Changes to Bylaw 23 to restructure preseason football practice

including stipulating acclimatization and acclimation periods;Changes to Bylaw 23 to place minimum periods on practice

before wearing pads in spring football practice;Changes to Bylaw 25 to require continuous improvement for

coaches; andChanges to Bylaw 27 to add “show cause” as a possible penalty

for rules infraction, allowing penalties to “go with” a violator to a subsequent position.

Changes to Board of Control policies including:Consolidation of items within the approved fi ne schedule to

eliminate redundancy;Changes to the sanctioning policy to require fi fty member

schools to be in favor of a new sport prior to consideration of adoption as a KHSAA sport, twenty-fi ve schools in order to continue, and an exception allowed to help KHSAA be in line with Title IX; and

Revisions in the Board of Control policy regarding transgender participation.

STUDENT-ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIPSSTUDENT-ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIPSSince 2005, the Association has worked in conjunction with its

corporate sponsors to award $536,000 to deserving student-athletes at KHSAA Championship events.

KHSAA CORPORATE PARTNER PROGRAMWithout its year round corporate partners, many of the operations

of the KHSAA would not be possible. Special thanks to the current partners including:Platinum Level Partners ($100,000 OR MORE)

Whitaker BankRawlings

Gold Level Partners ($50,000 or more)Russell AthleticHouchens Industries

Silver Level Partners ($25,000 or more)Forcht BankEastern Kentucky UniversityMorehead State UniversityPrairie FarmsTed Cook Tire

Premier Level Event and Specialty Partners, Event Title PartnersDutchs Chevy and Ford, Mt. SterlingLeachman Buick, GMC, CadillacNorthern Kentucky UniversityBadenSelect Sport AmericanEbonite InternationalMusco Sports LightingHuddle TicketsSubwayAle-8-OneKentucky Offi ce of Highway SafetyKentucky High School Coaches AssociationRaffertys

ADVERTISER’S INDEXThe KHSAA wishes to thank the following businesses and

corporate supporters for assisting with this publication by purchasing advertising space and for supporting high school athletics year round.

BOB ROBERTS INSURANCE ........................................................... iiFORCHT BANK/KHSAA CLASS AWARDS PROGRAM ..................... viKENTUCKY HIGH SCHOOL COACHES ASSOCIATION .................... ixWHITAKER BANK ..........................................................................xTED COOK TIRE, INC. ...........................following Table of ContentsDUTCH’S CHEVROLET/FORD/MERCURY .......following ConstitutionFORCHT BANK .............................................following ConstitutionEASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY .......................following BylawsLEACHMAN BUICK•GMC•CADILLAC ...................following BylawsMUSCO SPORTS LIGHTING ..........................following Due ProcessMOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY .......................... following PoliciesEBONITE .............................................................. following PoliciesRUSSELL ATHLETIC .............................................. following PoliciesRAWLINGS ......................................... following Competition RulesKENTUCKY UTILTIES ........................... following Competition RulesWORTH .......................................... following Corresponding DatesNFHS .............................................. following Corresponding DatesSUBWAY .......................................................following Brief HistoryHOUCHENS INDUSTRIES ............................following Prior WinnersRIHERDS.COM ....................................... following School DirectorySCHEDULE STAR ........................ following School System DirectoryTEAM IP .............................................. following Offi cials DirectoryNFHS ................................................... following Offi cials Directory

JIMMIE REEDExecutive Director101 Bethany Court

Bardstown, KY 40004(502) 331-0052 (Fax) | (502) 348-4624 (Home)

jreed@bardstown.comwww.khsca.org

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SECTION 1 - CONSTITUTION .....................................................................................................................................................1-4SECTION 2 - KHSAA BYLAWS ..................................................................................................................................................1-42

BYLAW 1. RESPONSIBILITY OF ELIGIBILITY .................................................................................................................................1BYLAW 2. AGE ............................................................................................................................................................................1BYLAW 3. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF YEARS .................................................................................................................................1BYLAW 4. ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................................................2BYLAW 5. MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENT .......................................................................................................................4BYLAW 6. TRANSFER RULE - CITIZENS OF THE U.S. OR U.S. TERRITORIES ...................................................................................8BYLAW 7. TRANSFER RULE - FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS ................................................................................................11BYLAW 8. TRANSFER RULE - NON-EXCHANGE FOREIGN STUDENTS........................................................................................13BYLAW 9. BASKETBALL/FOOTBALL CONTESTANT ON OTHER TEAMS, POSTSEASON AND ALL-STAR GAMES ...........................14BYLAW 10. AMATEUR/AWARDS ...............................................................................................................................................15BYLAW 11. FINANCIAL AID .......................................................................................................................................................16BYLAW 12. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION, PARENTAL CONSENT AND INSURANCE........................................................................17BYLAW 13. AGREEMENT REGARDING PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL CONTRACTS .......................................................................18BYLAW 14. OTHER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS ......................................................................................18BYLAW 15. PRACTICE OF SPORTSMANSHIP .............................................................................................................................18BYLAW 16. RECRUITMENT/UNDUE INFLUENCE .......................................................................................................................21BYLAW 17. CERTIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY ..............................................................................................................................23BYLAW 18. SUPPLYING INFORMATION AND REPORTS .............................................................................................................23BYLAW 19. COMPARABLE OPPORTUNITIES ..............................................................................................................................23BYLAW 20. OFFICIALS DIVISION OF THE ASSOCIATION ............................................................................................................24BYLAW 21. PROTESTS ...............................................................................................................................................................24BYLAW 22. CONTESTS, SANCTIONS, RULES, FORFEITURES, FACULTY TO ACCOMPANY ...........................................................25BYLAW 23. LIMITATION OF SEASONS .......................................................................................................................................27BYLAW 24. SUMMER SPORTS AND SPORTS/ACTIVITIES ...........................................................................................................35BYLAW 25. REQUIREMENT FOR COACHES AND OTHERS WORKING WITH HIGH SCHOOL TEAMS ...........................................38BYLAW 26. RULINGS, REPORTING OF VIOLATIONS ...................................................................................................................40BYLAW 27. IMPOSITION OF PENALTIES ....................................................................................................................................41

SECTION 3 - DUE PROCESS PROCEDURE ..................................................................................................................................1-3SECTION 4 - POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ..............................................................................................................................1-37SECTION 5 - COMPETITION RULES .........................................................................................................................................1-80

RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR BASEBALL TOURNAMENTS ......................................................................................................1RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS ..................................................................................................7RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR CROSS COUNTRY MEETS .......................................................................................................12RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR FIELD HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS ..............................................................................................15RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS .........................................................................................19RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR GOLF TOURNAMENTS ...........................................................................................................26RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR SOCCER TOURNAMENTS .......................................................................................................31RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR FAST PITCH SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS .................................................................................37RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR SWIMMING & DIVING MEETS ...............................................................................................43RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR TENNIS TOURNAMENTS .........................................................................................................45RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR TRACK & FIELD MEETS ..........................................................................................................49RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENTS ................................................................................................54RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR WRESTLING TOURNAMENTS .................................................................................................59RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR ARCHERY TOURNAMENTS ......................................................................................................62RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR BASS FISHING TOURNAMENTS ...............................................................................................65RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR BOWLING TOURNAMENTS .....................................................................................................69RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR COMPETITIVE CHEER MEETS ..................................................................................................72

SECTION 6 - CORRESPONDING DATES ......................................................................................................................................1-8SECTION 7 - BRIEF HISTORY ......................................................................................................................................................1-3SECTION 8 - PAST CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS ..........................................................................................................................1-13SECTION 9 - RELATED ENTITIES ................................................................................................................................................1-4SECTION 10 - DIRECTORY OF MEMBER SCHOOLS ..................................................................................................................1-35SECTION 11 - DIRECTORY OF MEMBER SCHOOL SYSTEMS ......................................................................................................1-7SECTION 12 - DIRECTORY OF OFFICIALS ASSOCIATIONS ..........................................................................................................1-4SECTION 13 - DIRECTORY OF OFFICIALS ................................................................................................................................1-68

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CONSTITUTION OF THE KENTUCKY HIGH SCHOOL CONSTITUTION OF THE KENTUCKY HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATIONATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

Specifi c case situations are contained in this section of the KHSAA Handbook which are interpretations and rulings which have been

made in accordance with applicable provisions of the KHSAA Constitution. These interpretations supplement the printed rules but do not in any manner substitute for the actual rule. Many of

these rulings have established precedent for the interpretation or enforcement of these provisions, and remain in place until further altered, re-interpreted, or otherwise set aside. Specifi c inquiries

not addressed by published interpretations should be submitted in writing to the Commissioner of the KHSAA, 2280 Executive Drive, Lexington, KY 40505. Interpretive questions or eligibility rulings

shall be requested and issued in writing.

ARTICLE IARTICLE INAMENAME

The name of this organization shall be the Kentucky High School Athletic Association.

ARTICLE IIARTICLE IIOBJECTOBJECT

The object shall be the development, regulation, and purifi cation of the athletic activities in this state.

ARTICLE IIIARTICLE IIIMANAGEMENT OF INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICSMANAGEMENT OF INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

Sec. 1) AUTHORITYa) The Kentucky Board of Education designates the Kentucky High

School Athletic Association as the sole organization to manage interscholastic athletics in schools that are members in good standing of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association.

b) Each local Board of Education is responsible to the Kentucky Board of Education for interscholastic athletics in grades K-5.

Sec. 2) REPORTING REQUIREMENTSa) The Kentucky High School Athletic Association shall submit

annually the rules, regulations, and bylaws to the Kentucky Board of Education together with any proposed changes hereto.

b) Appeals from the Kentucky High School Athletic Association Board of Control shall follow the KHSAA Due Process Procedure as approved by the Kentucky Board of Education.

Sec. 3) MEETINGS REQUIREMENTSa) The Kentucky High School Athletic Association shall conduct

the meetings of the Board of Control of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association in accordance with Roberts Rules of Order as modifi ed for use.

b) All other matters shall be conducted in accordance with the Kentucky High School Athletic Association Board of Control Handbook and Policy Manual.

Sec, 4) PARTICIPATION IN RETIREMENT SYSTEMSa) All members of the Commission and qualifying members of the

Executive staff shall qualify for membership and shall maintain status as an active member and contributor to the Kentucky Teachers Retirement System, and as such, shall abide by all of the rules of that organization regarding retirement and all other qualifying criteria.

ARTICLE IVARTICLE IVMEMBERSHIPMEMBERSHIP

This association shall be composed of public schools (grades 6-12) that are accredited by the Kentucky Board of Education and non-public schools that voluntarily comply with accrediting standards of the Kentucky Department of Education. Member schools are required to comply with the provisions of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association Constitution and Bylaws. No school shall become a member or continue to be a member whose detailed fi nancial (athletic or otherwise), scholastic, and attendance records are not matters of public property or record. Grades K-5 shall not be eligible for membership.

Case C-IV-1- What is required for a school to be eligible for membership?

A school is eligible for membership if the student body consists of students who are enrolled in grades 9-12 or 10-12, and operates under the auspices of a local school board, diocese or other regional body, or comparable organization, and is recognized by the Kentucky Department of Education as able to present a diploma. In addition, all schools shall agree to abide by the rules of the Association as enumerated on the membership application.

ARTICLE VARTICLE VADMINISTRATION AND LEGISLATIONADMINISTRATION AND LEGISLATION

Sec. 1) ASSOCIATION OFFICERS AND REPRESENTATIONa) The offi cers of the Association shall be a Commissioner and a

Board of Control composed of eighteen (18) members, at least three (3) of whom shall be African-American, and at least three (3) of whom shall be female.

b) Each member school Principal may, in accordance with Bylaw 1, appoint one (1) DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE for each member school to represent that school in the Association.

Sec. 2) BOARD OF CONTROLa) Representation

(1) Eight (8) Board of Control members shall be elected by a vote of the PRINCIPALS or DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES of member schools in each section to serve as SECTIONAL Board of Control members. A SECTION is defi ned as the combination of two (2) contiguous regions as defi ned by the KHSAA alignment in basketball. Terms of these SECTIONAL Board of Control members shall be staggered so that two (2) are elected each year.

(2) One African-American shall be elected by the PRINCIPALS or DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES from regions 1 through 8 and one African-American shall be elected by PRINCIPALS or DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES from regions 9 through 16 to serve as DESIGNATED members of the Board of Control. One female shall be elected by the PRINCIPALS or DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES from regions 1 through 8 and one female shall be elected by PRINCIPALS or DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES from regions 9 through 16 to serve as DESIGNATED members of the Board of Control. Terms of the DESIGNATED members shall be staggered so that one is elected each year.

(3) One person shall be elected by the PRINCIPALS or DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES from regions 1 through 8 who shall come from the non-public (not classifi cation A1 or D1 schools) member schools of the Association, and one person shall be elected by the PRINCIPALS or DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES from regions 9 through 16 and shall come from the non-public (not classifi cation A1 or D1 schools) member schools of the Association to serve as DESIGNATED members of the Board of Control. The terms of the DESIGNATED representatives required to be from the non-public member schools shall be staggered so that one is elected each even numbered year. Balloting for these non-public school representatives shall only be conducted among the non-public school representatives of the Association.

(4) Four (4) at-large members of the Board of Control are to be appointed by the Kentucky Board of Education. These members are to be at-large appointments recommended by the Commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Education. These appointees shall not be an employee of any member school or its central administration, or the administration of the Kentucky Department of Education. At least one of these appointees shall be an African-American and one shall be a female. Terms of the at-large members shall be staggered so that one is appointed each year.

b) Term in Offi ce(1) Members of the Board of Control shall serve a four-year

term in offi ce unless fi lling an unexpired term created by death or resignation of a member, in which case the balance of the remaining term is the term in offi ce. The term year for the Board of Control is July 1 through June 30.

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(2) No member is eligible to serve more than two (2) consecutive four-year terms with no further limits as to lifetime eligibility.

(3) SECTIONAL members are not eligible to serve on the Board of Control if the region has been represented for two (2) consecutive four-year terms. If a SECTIONAL representative moves to a different region following his or her election, the region in which the member was employed at the time of election shall be used to determine the status of section for the next election.

c) Eligibility(1) To be eligible for membership as a SECTIONAL or

DESIGNATED representative on the Board of Control, one shall be an employee holding a valid Kentucky Teaching Certifi cate issued by the Education Professional Standards Board and be an employee of an accredited KHSAA member school or system which is in good standing with the KHSAA. He or she shall be employed in the section he or she is to represent, and shall remain employed in that section during his or her tenure of offi ce. Serving in a part-time capacity (less than three hours of instruction or other administrative duties other than a bonafi de 100-day contract assignment as approved by rules of the Kentucky Teachers Retirement System) or on leave of absence (exclusive of employee earned sick leave) shall terminate the eligibility of the member. He or she shall not be eligible after serving two (2) consecutive four-year terms.

(2) If a vacancy occurs with less than one year remaining on the term in offi ce, the Board of Control shall fi ll the vacancy for the remainder of the term. If a vacancy occurs with one year or more remaining or if a newly elected member of the Board of Control is unable to take offi ce at the start of his or her term, the Commissioner shall ensure the vacancy is fi lled within sixty (60) days in the same manner as that prescribed for the regular selection of Board members.

d) Balloting(1) NOTIFICATION - Notifi cation to the PRINCIPALS or

DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES of each school in each section in which a SECTIONAL or DESIGNATED member is to be elected, shall be made by the Commissioner not later than January 1 preceding the July in which a term is to begin.

(2) NOMINATIONS - Nominations for membership on the Board of Control, signed by fi ve PRINCIPALS OR DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES of the section, shall be in the hands of the Commissioner, for SECTIONAL or DESIGNATED positions that elect during the year not later than midnight, January 31 preceding the July in which a term is to begin.

(3) BALLOTS - the Commissioner shall distribute Ballots for election before February 15 preceding the July of the year in which a term is to begin, to be returned on or before March 1 preceding the July in which a term is to begin.

(4) TABULATION - Results of the election shall be tabulated by the Commissioner in the presence of a minimum of four witnesses with all ballots opened at the same meeting and time, and published in the “Athlete” Magazine.

e) Attendance(1) REQUIREMENT - Any elected member of the Board of

Control shall attend 70% of the meetings (regular and special) of the Board during the July 1 to June 30 Board year.

(2) REPLACEMENT - Any member of the Board of Control, unless excused for documented cause such as illness or injury by a majority of the members of the Board, who fails to attend at 70% of the meetings (regular and special) of the Board of Control between July 1 and June 30 during any year shall automatically upon such occurrence be deemed to have resigned from offi ce, and a replacement shall be elected/named.

f) Offi cers(1) At the regular scheduled meeting of the Board prior to the

close of the school year, the members of the Board shall elect from their membership, a President and President-elect to serve for the following year.

(2) They shall not be eligible to serve for more than four one-year terms in succession as an offi cer.

g) Kentucky Department of Education Liaison

(1) The Commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Education shall designate a liaison person to meet with the Board of Control and to participate in all discussions, but to have no vote as a member of the Board of Control.

(2) The KDE liaison shall provide an update on the actions taken by the Board of Control at each meeting of the Kentucky Board of Education, and shall report to the Board of Control any relevant action and appropriate information from the Kentucky Board of Education.

Sec. 3) ANNUAL MEETINGa) Each member school of the Association through its

PRINCIPAL OR DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE shall designate a representative for the ANNUAL MEETING to serve as a DELEGATE and shall submit the name to the Commissioner on or before September 10.

b) The ANNUAL MEETING shall focus on current issues facing the Association and ways to promote athletics such as sports medicine, intramural and interscholastic programming and eligibility rules as well as debate and consideration of proposed changes to the organizations’ Constitution and Bylaws.

c) DELEGATES shall serve for a term of one year. d) If the duly designated DELEGATE does not attend the ANNUAL

MEETING, the school shall remain not represented.Sec. 4) DUTIES OF OFFICERS

a) President(1) The President of the Board of Control shall preside at all its

meetings, and at the ANNUAL MEETING of the Association. (2) He or she may call special meetings of the Board of Control

when deemed necessary.b) President-Elect

(1) The President-Elect of the Board of Control shall perform the duties ordinarily pertaining to the offi ce.

c) Commissioner(1) The Board of Control shall employ a Commissioner for a

term of one to four years, and shall determine the salary for the position.

(2) The Commissioner shall:a. Be the executive offi cer of the Association, subject to the

advice of the Board of Control, and shall act as secretary-treasurer of the organization;

b. Employ personnel deemed necessary including those required by statute or decree;

c. Prepare and receive reports and keep all records as directed by the Board of Control as outlined in the Constitution, Bylaws, and Tournament Regulations. Provide a quarterly report of eligibility rulings to the Board of Control;

d. Interpret the Constitution, Bylaws, and Tournament Regulations;

e. Enforce all penalties provided for and fi x penalties for violations for which no penalties are prescribed;

f. Have the authority to suspend offending schools for the violation of regulations prescribed in the Bylaws and Tournament Regulations (The Board of Control through its own initiative or on appeal from a suspended school may sustain or set aside the action of the Commissioner);

g. Make arrangements for and conduct the management of all state tournaments after consulting the Board of Control as to the site and proposed plan of management and have authority to contract with appropriate entities to manage all postseason contests;

h. Be responsible for editing and publishing the “Athlete”, and shall cause to be published in the “Athlete” the complete record of the minutes of each regular and called meeting of the Board of Control, said minutes to appear in the next issue of the “Athlete” immediately following the meeting of the Board of Control;

i. Arrange a series of baseball, basketball, fi eld hockey, football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, track, volleyball and wrestling rules interpretation clinics before the beginning of the respective seasons;

j. Promote sportsmanship among schools, athletes, and the general public; and

k. Submit an annual report through the Commissioner of Kentucky Department of Education to the Kentucky Board

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of Education in compliance with approved KARs relating to fi nances and programs for the preceding year, and planned programs for the current year. Advise the Kentucky Department of Education legal counsel of all legal action brought against the Association.

d) Board of Control(1) The Board of Control shall:

a. Have general supervision of the affairs of the Association deciding all questions and performing all duties not provided for in the Constitution;

b. Establish the Offi ce of the Commissioner. Evaluate annually the performance of the Commissioner;

c. Establish salaries for staff comparable to duties and responsibilities;

d. Establish annually, goals and achievements for the Board of Control and the Association;

e. Perform a self-assessment of the Board of Control and the Association;

f. Report annually, the goals, achievements and self-assessments to the Kentucky Board of Education;

g. Hold a minimum of six regular meetings;h. Be empowered to transact its business when a majority of

its members is present at a meeting. This shall constitute a quorum. The complete Board of Control agenda shall be published online (exclusive of specifi c student appeal information) not less than fi ve (5) business days before the date of the meeting. The minutes of all meetings of the Board of Control shall be published online (exclusive of specifi c student appeal information) not later than fi ve (5) working days following fi nal approval of the minutes the meeting. The minutes shall be detailed in nature. Unless the vote on an issue related to the Constitution, Bylaws and Tournament Rules was unanimously approved, the minutes shall include a record of how each member of the Board voted on each issue;

i. Review all proposed changes to the KHSAA Constitution and Bylaws. Have authority to reject any proposed change determined not to be in the best interest of the Association;

j. Have authority to publish an Association magazine;k. Have authority, upon petition and for cause shown, to

reinstate any student or coach who has been barred from competition;

l. Have the authority to assess fi nes and impose penalties in compliance with an established penalty code with minimum and maximum penalties for each rules violation;

m. Have authority to establish tournaments and meets in all sports and to adopt regulations for these tournaments and meets. The Board of Control shall have the authority to assess receipts of all postseason games, meets, or tournaments in all sports;

n. Have authority to amend the playing rules for any sport sponsored by the Association;

o. Have authority, as trustees, to purchase or otherwise acquire real property, and to sell, exchange, lease, mortgage, or in any manner dispose of any real property upon such terms and for such considerations as the trustees consider proper.; and

p. Appoint the delegate(s) who represents Kentucky at the annual meeting of the National Federation of State High School Associations yearly.

Case C-V-1 - How are the basketball regions paired for sectional Board of Control representations?

The Sectional Board of Control members represent two contiguous regions. Those pairings are (Basketball Regions 1 and 2 (S. 1), 3 and 4 (S. 2), 5 and 8 (S. 3), 6 and 7 (S. 4), 9 and 10 (S. 5), 11 and 12 (S. 6), 13 and 14 (S. 7), 15 and 16 (S. 8))

ARTICLE VIARTICLE VIREPRESENTATION AT THE ANNUAL MEETINGREPRESENTATION AT THE ANNUAL MEETING

Sec. 1) ANNUAL MEETINGa) In the ANNUAL MEETING of the Association, the DELEGATES

shall consist of one representative from each member school

of the Association. b) The Kentucky High School Coaches Association, the Kentucky

Association of Secondary School Principals, the Kentucky Association of School Superintendents, the Kentucky High School Athletic Directors Association and any other related group approved by the Board of Control shall also be entitled to designate a member to the ANNUAL MEETING who shall have voice but not vote in the proceedings of the meeting.

c) The DELEGATES shall there transact all business of the ANNUAL MEETING. None but these DELEGATES shall have the right to vote. There shall be no vote by proxy.

Case C-VI-1 - Does the delegate to the KHSAA Annual Meeting have to hold Principal Certifi cation or be a certifi ed teacher?

No. There are no criteria for the delegate who votes for the school. The Principal of the school shall annually designate this person, but there are no specifi c criteria for the delegate.

ARTICLE VIIARTICLE VIIAPPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIPAPPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

Sec. 1) APPLICATION REQUIREMENTa) The Principal of the school shall make application for

membership in the Association to the Commissioner in writing.b) The principal shall state that he or she has read and is familiar

with the Constitution, Bylaws, and Tournament Regulations of the Association.

c) The Kentucky Department of Education shall be the authority as to the school’s status as an approved secondary school.

Sec. 2) NEW SCHOOLSa) A new school formed from schools under the auspices of the

same board of education as a member school may be received into the KHSAA upon receipt of the application and a copy of the operational approval of the Kentucky Board of Education.

b) Schools that originate from sources other than herein described shall remain in a candidacy status for a two-year period and shall be ineligible for postseason championship play during that period.

Sec. 3) DEADLINEa) The deadline for accepting new applications for membership in

the Association shall be July 1. b) The Board of Control of the KHSAA shall consider each

application for membership for approval at its July meeting and shall have authority to deny the membership application of a school whose compliance history demonstrates that the school does not regularly and routinely act in the best interests of the Association or in the case where any requested records are not provided in a timely fashion.

Case C-VII-1 - What is the difference between a full member of the Association and a member in candidacy status as referred in Article VI of the Constitution?

A member in candidacy status is considered a full member of the KHSAA and agrees, through submission of its membership application, to abide by all KHSAA rules and regulations just as any other member, and includes full compliance with all eligibility rules in all contests.

As a new member, there are two “exceptions” to the provisions of full membership.

1) If approved by the Commissioner, the school on probationary status is allowed to exhaust any contest contracts that were signed prior to joining the KHSAA. The candidacy school may therefore, if approved, compete against those non-member schools in contests during this period provided there was prior written agreement. However, once those contracts are exhausted, the school in candidacy status will not be able to compete against non-member schools located in Kentucky.

2) The playing season in all sports will end for schools in candidacy status at the end of the regular season in each sport, and the school on candidacy status will not be eligible to compete in postseason play against other KHSAA schools until the end of the two-year period.

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ARTICLE VIIIARTICLE VIIIASSOCIATION REVENUES ASSOCIATION REVENUES

Sec. 1) ANNUAL DUESa) Each member school shall pay an annual membership fee to

the Commissioner on or before September 1. b) The Board of Control shall determine the amount of the fee

by policy.c) Although the offi cial year of the Association begins July 1 and

ends on June 30, member schools are given a grace period of two months in which to pay their annual dues.

d) Schools failing to pay their dues by September 1 may be dropped from membership and shall be penalized in accordance with KHSAA Board of Control regulations.

Sec. 2) POSTSEASON REVENUEa) In all sports that are classifi ed into districts (except football),

the participating schools in the district tournament shall divide the net revenues of the tournament after expenses agreed to by the schools and in accordance with established KHSAA Tournament Rules.

b) In all other tournament rounds and all rounds of the football playoffs, all revenue after expenses shall be divided among the schools within the classifi cation of the participating team (i.e. basketball region, football district) in a manner to be determined by a majority vote of the schools in the classifi cation (i.e. basketball region, football district).

Case C-VIII-1- How are the proceeds of the postseason tournaments in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, softball and volleyball to be divided?

In baseball, basketball, soccer, softball and volleyball, each district or region shall vote on the manner in which the money is to be divided. In football, each district shall vote on the manner in which the proceeds of games involving its schools are to be distributed.

ARTICLE IXARTICLE IXAMENDMENTSAMENDMENTS

Sec. 1) DEADLINE FOR FILINGa) On or before May 1 preceding the convening of the Annual

Meeting a DELEGATE or REPRESENTATIVE may fi le with the Commissioner any proposed change in the Association Constitution or Bylaws

b) The Commissioner shall submit the proposed changes approved by the Board of Control to the member schools by electronic or printed means within seven (7) calendar days of the Annual Meeting.

c) Any proposal to be offered by the Board of Control shall be submitted to the member schools by electronic or printed means within seven (7) calendar days of the Annual Meeting.

d) No proposals other than these may be considered at the ANNUAL MEETING.

Sec. 2) VOTE NECESSARY TO AMENDa) A two-thirds majority of all DELEGATES answering the roll

at the ANNUAL MEETING shall be necessary to amend the Constitution or Bylaws.

Sec. 3) REFERENDUMa) The Board of Control may submit any proposed changes to

the REPRESENTATIVES of member schools at any time by mail. b) If any proposal receives a two-thirds majority of all votes cast

by the REPRESENTATIVES, they shall have the same force and effect as though passed at the ANNUAL MEETING.

c) All votes received on a referendum shall be opened and counted at the same meeting.

Sec. 4) VOTE OF SINGLE SEX SCHOOLSa) A member school enrolling only one sex shall not have a

vote on any phase of the Association’s work not involving or pertaining to the school.

b) Schools enrolling only boys shall not vote on matters pertaining only to girls’ athletics, and schools enrolling only girls shall not vote on matters pertaining only to boys’ athletics.

Sec. 5) EFFECTIVE DATEa) Amendments receiving the requisite vote shall be effective

when approved by the Legislative Research Commission in accordance with KRS Chapter 13A.

ARTICLE XARTICLE XRESPONSIBILITY OF THE PRINCIPALRESPONSIBILITY OF THE PRINCIPAL

Sec. 1) RESPONSIBILITY DEFINEDa) The principal of each school, in all matters pertaining to the

athletic relations of his or her school, is responsible to this Association.

b) He or she shall exercise control over all fi nances, the scheduling of contests, and all other matters involved in the management of his or her school athletic program.

c) Any school whose athletic program (grades 6-12) is managed by a non-school group shall not be eligible to hold membership in the Kentucky High School Athletic Association.

Sec. 2) DUTY TO ENSURE RULES ARE DISTRIBUTEDa) The principal of each school shall require all participants in

interscholastic athletics and their parent(s) or guardian(s) to acknowledge receipt of the eligibility rules as promulgated by the Association, and Kentucky Board of Education regulations prior to certifying their eligibility.

ARTICLE XIARTICLE XIDISSOLUTION OF THE ASSOCIATIONDISSOLUTION OF THE ASSOCIATION

Upon the dissolution of the Association, the Board of Control shall, after paying or making provisions for the payment of all liabilities of the Association, dispose of all assets of the Association exclusively for the benefi t of the member schools of the Association that shall at that time qualify as exempt organizations under section 501 c (3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code of 1954 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Service Law). Any assets not so disposed of, shall be disposed of by the Court of Common Pleas of the county in which the principal offi ce of the Association is then located, exclusively for purposes or to the organization or organizations, as the Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for educational purposes.

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BYLAWS OF THE KENTUCKY HIGH SCHOOL BYLAWS OF THE KENTUCKY HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATIONATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

BYLAW 1. RESPONSIBILITY FOR ELIGIBILITYBYLAW 1. RESPONSIBILITY FOR ELIGIBILITYSec. 1) Principal Requirement

The Principal of a school shall be held ultimately responsible in all matters in the school that concern eligibility, and interscholastic athletics, and shall ensure that institutional control over the athletic program is maintained.

Sec. 2) DESIGNATION OF DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVEa) The Principal of each member school may annually designate

an individual at the school to serve as the Designated Representative for the purpose of conducting the interscholastic program at that school.

b) The Principal or Designated Representative shall sign all forms requiring authorized signature.

c) If a member school principal fails to make the designation prior to August 31, the building principal shall automatically be the Designated Representative for the current year.

Case BL-1-1- What role does the Principal play in the management of the Association and the regulation of eligibility in the member school and what level of institutional control is the principal of each member school expected to maintain?

The member school principal is ultimately responsible for all aspects of the athletic program, whether it is rules enforcement and reporting or eligibility certification. It is important that each member school through its Principal exercise the principles of institutional control in order for the Association to continue as a fully functioning membership organization and in order for the school to remain a member.

There are several principles that go into the concept of maintaining institutional control. Control shall first be defined in common sense terms and is best summarized by the school having in place the proper policies to ensure that violations do not occur, and if they do occur, the Principal exhibiting the leadership and duty to correct the problems and prevent recurrence. In general, violations do not result from a lack of institutional control if there are adequate preventive measures in place that are properly monitored and followed, and if swift action is taken.

However, there are several things that demonstrate a lack of institutional control including the failure to implement proper preventive procedures; failure by members of the designated athletic staff to thoroughly investigate and report violations; failure to adequately disseminate and distribute compliance information; failure to adequately distribute compliance duties to allow for effective control; failing to make clear to all coaches and participants that rules violations will not be tolerated; failing to fully investigate and file reports as requested when potential violations are reported; a head coach failing to create a compliant atmosphere with the assistant coaches.

The KHSAA enforces its rules based on the following premises- KHSAA regulations and information are readily available to the member schools and general public; the Principal or Designated Representative properly distributes information, rules manuals, communication, forms, and other needed materials to the members of the athletics staff; that meaningful education programs are conducted within the schools to ensure compliance; student-athletes are properly informed about rules prior to and during participation. Certainly the compliance history of a school and its cooperative spirit during any investigation or inquiry will factor into any penalty decision regarding violations.

BYLAW 2. AGEBYLAW 2. AGESec. 1) AGE RESTRICTION

a) Pursuant to KRS 156.070 (2) (e), a student who becomes nineteen (19) years old before August 1 shall be ineligible for interscholastic athletic competition at a KHSAA member high school.

b) A student who becomes nineteen (19) on or after August 1 shall

remain eligible for the entire school year. Sec. 2) WAIVER PROVISION

a) The Ruling Offi cer and the Commissioner may waive the provisions of this bylaw and the student shall be eligible for high school athletics in Kentucky if the written documentation is provided to clearly demonstrate that the student:(1) Qualifi ed for exceptional children services and had an

individual education program developed by an admissions and release committee (ARC) while the student was enrolled in the primary school program;

(2) Was retained in the primary school program because of an ARC committee recommendation; and

(3) Has not completed four (4) consecutive years or eight (8) consecutive semesters of eligibility following initial promotion into grade nine (9).

b) The Ruling Offi cer and the Commissioner shall not adopt administrative procedures that allow for waiver of this rule under any other condition.

Case BL-2-1- Why is there an age restriction?To ensure equality of competition and opportunity, a standard

must be established at some point to determine the cutoff date for age eligibility. Use of a specific cutoff date gives notice to all parties involved in interscholastic athletics and maintains equality of participant eligibility between schools.

An age limitation requirement:(1) Provides commonality between student-athletes and schools

in interscholastic competition;(2) Inhibits “redshirting” or failing to make normal progress

through school;(3) Allows the participation of younger and less experienced

players;(4) Enhances the opportunity for more students to participate;(5) Promotes quality of competition;(6) Avoids over-emphasis on athletics; and (7) Helps to diminish the inherent risk of injury associated with

participation in athletics.Case BL-2-2- Are rulings related to Bylaw 2 (Age)

appealable through the KHSAA Due Process Procedure other than the published exception stipulated in KRS 156.070?

No. Bylaw 2 as approved by the Kentucky Board of Education expressly prohibits appeals concerning this bylaw. In addition, with the adoption of HB215 from the 1998 Legislative Session, the Kentucky General Assembly has placed this provision in KRS 156.070 in the form of state law with the only exception being the provisions passed by the 2007 Kentucky General Assembly.

Case BL-2-3- What is the primary school program as used in KRS 156.070 (2) (e) as amended by the 2007 Kentucky General Assembly?

KRS 158.031 defines “primary school program” as “that part of the elementary school program which children are enrolled from the time they begin school until they are ready to enter the fourth grade” (PK-3). Bylaw 2 applies this same definition.

BYLAW 3. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF YEARSBYLAW 3. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF YEARSSec. 1) LIMIT OF FOUR YEARS

A student entering grade nine (9) for the fi rst time in any high school shall have four (4) consecutive calendar years of eligibility from the date of fi rst entry into grade (9) in any school provided the student is eligible according to this and all other Association bylaws. The eligibility shall conclude with the completion of the spring sports season following the fourth year. No additional eligibility may be granted in a case where the grant would allow a student to compete in all or part of the fi fth competitive season in a single sport following the initial entry into grade nine (9).

Sec. 2) ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITYThe Ruling Offi cer and the Commissioner through the Due Process Procedure, may grant additional eligibility in the case where it has been documented by the attending physician, Principal and Superintendent that severe illness or injury has prevented the student from receiving necessary education services and the right

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to an education has therefore been impacted rather than simply the loss of athletic privilege. The grant of eligibility may only be made in the cases in which the student-athlete would remain eligible by all other Association bylaws. This provision shall not include additional eligibility strictly for loss of participation due to sports related injuries. No additional eligibility may be granted in a case where the grant would allow a student to compete in all or part of the fi fth competitive season in a single sport following the initial entry into grade nine (9).

Case BL-3-1- Why is there a requirement that limits the number of years and stipulates a maximum participation requirement?

Without a clearly defined limit, avenues remain open for red-shirting, deception, legal maneuvering, and other athletics-driven motivations for a student to remain in school rather than proceeding on into college or into the work force thereby denying the participation of a student who is otherwise “next in line” to play.

A maximum participation requirement is in place because it:(1) promotes timely progress toward graduation by discouraging

students from delaying or interrupting their high school education;

(2) disallows students to enroll for one single semester each school year to increase athletic ability and skill;

(3) diminishes risks stemming from unequal competition;(4) places emphasis on the year-long academic mission of the

school;(5) promotes harmony and fair competition among member

schools by maintaining equality of eligibility affording each student the same number of semesters of athletic eligibility;

(6) increases the number of students who will have an opportunity to participate in interscholastic athletics;

(7) is conducive to the prevention of red-shirting;(8) helps avoid exploitation by coaches or boosters who

otherwise might seek to obtain transfers or to delay a student’s normal progress through school; and

(9) prevents displacement of younger student-athletes by older students wishing to protract unfairly their high school careers.

Case BL-3-2- Is it permissible for a school district or member school to adopt additional stipulations regarding a maximum number of years that are more stringent than KHSAA rules?

Yes. While a school or school district cannot establish a standard that is more lenient than the KHSAA requirements, a school or school district may set other requirements. For those requirements which are more stringent than the KHSAA rules, the KHSAA will not be involved in enforcement of those regulations.

Case BL-3-3- How is the determination made regarding eligibility under Bylaw 3 when a student comes in from a nonmember school system in Kentucky or when promotion/retention records are not available?

Students enrolling at KHSAA member schools after having been enrolled in non-KHSAA school districts (home school, nonmember school) are placed into the proper class according to documented procedures within the school district of the KHSAA member school. From that point, the provisions of Bylaw 3 apply and the student will have only one year of eligibility per remaining grade, and shall meet the provisions of all other KHSAA bylaws.

Case BL-3-4- When is a waiver available under Bylaw 3, Sec. 1 and are there legal provisions for gaining additional semesters/years for those students retained by the parents or due to athletic injury?

Unless basic education services are not available to the student-athlete due to illness or injury, each student shall be limited to four consecutive years of opportunity for participation in high school sports. Without this clearly defined limit, other athletic-driven motivations for a student to remain in school rather than proceeding on into college or into the work force exist and thereby deny the participation opportunity of a student who is otherwise “next in line” to play.

Additional semesters/years are available only in tightly crafted

exceptions contained in the bylaw. The necessary written verification of the lack of available education services shall come from the attending physician at the time of the injury or illness that resulted in deprivation of educational services. There are no provisions in the bylaws for other types of repeating in order to allow for additional semesters/years due to sports related injuries.

A ruling for additional semesters/years is not ripe for review until it is clear that a student will not be able to complete the academic requirements to graduate. Until that time, any request is speculative and is not to be reviewed. This will normally be at the end of the student’s third year following entry into grade nine (9), but may be into the fourth year depending upon the individual circumstances.

Kentucky Department of Education regulations place the responsibility for promotion or retention of a student on school personnel and not parents. Verification and documentation as to the retention/promotion decision is solely the responsibility of school personnel and will be based solely on the written record by the school in which the student was enrolled at the time of retention or promotion.

Documentation of the promotion/retention decision may include such things as STI/Infinite Campus records or other written documentation and shall always be available for review until the student graduates.

BYLAW 4. ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTSBYLAW 4. ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTSSec. 1) REQUIREMENT FOR ENROLLMENT

a) On Friday of each grading period, a student in grades nine (9) through twelve (12) shall be legally enrolled in a member high school as a full-time student in at least four hours of instruction as provided in Kentucky Board of Education regulation 702 KAR 7:125 (of the six hours of instruction required) or the equivalent of four hours of instruction acceptable to graduation at the member school he or she desires to represent in order to be eligible for athletics.

b) A student who is enrolled or connected with any other school than the one he or she represents shall not take part in any contest. In the case of an all-boys high school, girl cheerleaders from an affi liated neighboring girls school may be accepted.

Sec. 2) INELIGIBILITY FOR REPEATING STUDENTSa) A student having been enrolled in the fourth (4th) grade or

in any grade through twelfth (12th) shall not be eligible for interscholastic athletics at the high school level (grades 9 through 12) for more than a total of one (1) year in each grade and applicable eligibility shall begin in the fi rst year enrolled in that grade.

b) A student repeating a grade for any reason is ineligible to participate in interscholastic athletics at the high school level (grades 9 through 12) during the second year in that grade. The penalty for violation of this rule shall be the loss of one of the four years of eligibility after initial entry into grade nine (9).

Sec. 3) ELIGIBILITY FOR PARTICIPATION WHILE ENROLLED BELOW GRADE 9a) Through the 2013-2014 school year, a pupil enrolled in grades

4-8 in the feeder pattern of a KHSAA member school may play on the high school team (at any level) if that participation is not in confl ict with Section (2) above, and the time so played shall not be counted on the four (4) year (eight (8) semester) limit. EXCEPTION: A student below grade nine (9) may not participate on the varsity team in contests in the sports of football or soccer, and a student enrolled below grade seven (7) may not participate on the varsity level in wrestling. The provisions of this restriction shall not apply to nonvarsity teams participating in the sports of football and soccer.

b) Beginning with the fi rst date of practice for the 2014-2015 school year, a pupil in grades 7-8 in the feeder pattern of a KHSAA member school may play on the high school team (at any level of play) if that participation is not in confl ict with Section (2) above, and the time so played shall not be counted on the four (4) year (eight (8) semester) limit. Beginning with the fi rst date or practice for the 2014-2015 school year, students enrolled below grade seven (7) may not play on a high school

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team at any level except that a pupil enrolled below grade 7 who previously participated at the high school level in a specifi c sport prior to or during the 2013-2014 school year may continue participation in that specifi c sport at any level following the implementation of this restriction provided such participation is not in confl ict with any other Bylaw or statute. EXCEPTION: A student below grade nine (9) may not participate on the varsity team in contests in the sports of football or soccer.

Sec. 4) DEADLINE FOR ENROLLMENTA student shall have enrolled as a bona fi de full-time undergraduate student no later than twenty (20) school days after the beginning of the semester to be eligible during that semester.

Case BL-4-1- Why is there a requirement that a student be enrolled at a member school or feeder school under the same Board of Education?

A student enrollment requirement accomplishes the following:(1) Promotes loyalty and school spirit which lends itself to

cohesion of the student body;(2) Helps promote amateurism by drawing athletes only from

each school’s student population;(3) Avoids professionalism and over-emphasis on athletes; (4) Discourages “team-shopping,” which wrongfully skews the

relationships among student-athletes and coaches; and(5) Secures role models for other students, and allows students in

many public schools to participate in interscholastic athletics for credit in fulfi llment of physical education requirement for graduation.

An attendance requirement helps ensure that students will adhere to a school’s attendance plan which, in turn, prompts students to maintain the academic standard required for participation and promotes graduation in a common time frame.

Case BL-4-2- Why is there a requirement that a student be eligible only one year in each grade?

Holding a student back and allowing the student to practice or play sports is prohibited and goes against the basic principles of fair play. The repeating student at any level is prohibited from practice or play, and beginning with initial entry into grade nine (9), the four-year count of eligibility has begun. According to OAG82-473 opinion, the promotion and retention of students in all grades are the direct and sole responsibility of the Principal through policy developed by the local board of education.

Case BL-4-3- Is it permissible for a school district or member school to adopt additional stipulations regarding enrollment and residence that are more stringent than KHSAA rules?

Yes. While a school or school district cannot establish a standard that is more lenient than the KHSAA requirements, a school or school district may set other enrollment and residence requirements. For those requirements which are more stringent than the KHSAA rules, the KHSAA will not be involved in enforcement of those regulations.

Case BL-4-4- What is the feeder pattern as used in Bylaw 4 and its restrictions?

For a school to be considered a “feeder” school, it must be under the same local board of education as the member school, and enroll students below grade nine. A student enrolled at a nonfeeder school shall not be considered to be enrolled at a feeder school irrespective of past enrollment patterns of that nonfeeder school. Applying to a school does not waive this definition as there is a clear line between applying and actually being enrolled. School and school districts may choose to define a more restrictive feeder pattern for its middle schools to high schools which if violated, constitute the student not being “connected”.

Case BL-4-5- What is a “full-time student according to regulations promulgated by the Kentucky Board of Education” as listed in Section 3 of Bylaw 4?

Students are required to be enrolled as full-time students according to the rules and regulations of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE). The KHSAA expects all of its member schools to comply with all applicable rules from KDE,

but the KHSAA does not become involved in enforcement of regulations or policies that are not a part of KHSAA regulations. The stipulation requires that students shall be enrolled as a full-time student (in at least four hours of instruction (240 minutes) out of the six hour instruction day) earning credits toward graduation.

Case BL-4-6- For the purposes of Bylaw 4, when is a student enrolled at a KHSAA member school and how is enrollment verifi ed for a student?

A student is enrolled at a KHSAA member school when that student sits for class in the new school.

In addition, a student may be considered enrolled at a KHSAA member school when the student registers at the new school, is on the student enrollment listing of a member school, and not on the enrolled listing of another school.

In the case of enrollment during periods when classes are not being held (i.e. summer), the student may be considered to be enrolled at the new school when formal application has been made and accepted as verified by the new Principal and the student is officially withdrawn and off the enrollment listing of the former school.

Case BL-4-7- How do Bylaws 4 and 5 relate to schools with nontraditional (block) schedules?

A student shall be enrolled as a full-time student (four of six hours) in the member school or defined feeder school within the restrictions of Bylaw 4, and passing in four full credit hours (240 minutes) worth of classes as defined in Bylaw 5. For example, if a student were attempting four full credits of one and one-half hours each, he/she would need to pass three (four and one half hours) worth. As another example, if the periods are 80 minutes, he/she would need to pass three. It is imperative when interpreting this rule that the amount of credits attempted and class length is considered when determining the eligibility of a student-athlete as the student shall pass 240 minutes of class (four full credit hours).

Case BL-4-8- Is it permissible for a student to participate for a member school while enrolled in another school that does not offer a particular sport?

No, a student desiring to participate shall be enrolled as a full-time student and receiving credit through the member school at which participation is desired, or be a student at a “feeder” school in the same school district.

Case BL-4-9- Is it permissible for a home-schooled student to participate in interscholastic athletics at a KHSAA member school?

No, unless that student is also enrolled full-time (minimum four hours of instruction) at that local high school or under that local Board of Education. In order to represent a member school, a student shall be a full-time student at a KHSAA member school or at a “feeder” school as defined and interpreted under Bylaw 4.

Case BL-4-10– Are there regulations regarding a home-bound student participating in interscholastic athletics at a KHSAA member school?

Yes. In order to represent a member school, a student shall be a full-time student at a KHSAA member school or at a feeder school under the same local Board of Education as the member school as defined within Bylaw 4 and its interpretations. In accordance with 704 KAR 7:120, Section 2, part (7), “Eligibility for home/hospital instruction shall cease if the student works or participates in athletic activities.” Schools and school districts are reminded that a student who practices or plays in an athletic scrimmage or contest is no longer able to be in home bound instruction once such participation occurs.

Case BL-4-11– What type of enrolled students are eligible to participate in interscholastic athletics at a KHSAA member school?

Only those students enrolled as a full-time student at an A-1 (Public School), D1 (State Department of Educatio Operatd School), F1 (Federal Dependent School), J1 (Roman Catholic), M1 (Other religion) or R1 (Private, nonchurch related) schools may participate.

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Case BL-4-12- What interscholastic athletic participation opportunities at the high school level are available to students who are repeating a grade?

Student-athletes may not represent a KHSAA member high school as a participant in any sport at any level if they are repeating a grade, whether or not that student played interscholastic sports at any level during the first year in the grade.

Case BL-4-13- What interscholastic athletic participation opportunities are available to students desiring to participate in high school level (freshman, JV or varsity) sport who are enrolled below grade nine (9)?

Only those students enrolled in a feeder school in grades 7 and 8 (along with those grandfathered into revisions in Bylaw 4 by participating at the high school level prior to the conclusion of the 2013-2014 school year) will be permitted to play in a high school sport or sport-activity (at any level) except for football and soccer.

Students below grade seven (7) may not participate in any activity (practice, scrimmage or game), except for those grandfathered into revisions in Bylaw 4 by participating at the high school level prior to the conclusion of the 2013-2014 school year. These students below grade seven (7) may not wear the game uniform (in whole or part), or be involved in pre-game activities or any other contest related activity prior to, during or after a practice, scrimmage or contest. Only those students enrolled in the member school and in the 7th grade or above may be involved in those activities or wear the uniform or other school clothing in the proximity of the team area.

For football and soccer, students enrolled in a feeder school in grades 7-8 may only participate in nonvarsity level practice and play, and only if permitted within local board of Education and school-based policy.

Students in grades 7 and 8 may not participate in any activity designated by either team as “varsity (first team)” in football or soccer. These 7th and 8th grade students may not wear the game uniform (in whole or part), or be involved in pre-game activities or any other contest related activity prior to, during or after, a varsity practice, scrimmage or contest in the sports of football or soccer. These 7th and 8th grade students may not participate (practice, scrimmage or play) on nonvarsity (freshman, junior varsity, etc.) level teams in football or soccer if any member of the team they are representing or the team they are competing against is enrolled in any grade above grade ten (10). It is the obligation of the school desiring to allow the seventh or eighth grade student to participate with the nonvarsity team to ensure compliance with this provision. Students below grade seven (7) may not participate (practice, scrimmage or play) on any high school level team (freshman, JV, varsity) in football or soccer.

Case BL-4-14- Is it permissible for a local school board to place restrictions and limits on participation in sports for those students in grades seven (7) and eight (8) other than football, soccer and wrestling?

No. KRS 156.070 (2) bans the KHSAA or Kentucky Board of Education from implementing any prohibition on 7th and 8th graders participating in high school sports, and as interpreted, leaves that determination to the Local Board of Education or SBDM Council. However, that same statute and subsequent Attorney General Opinions specifically ban a prohibition against students playing on more than one school-sponsored team at the same time. Specifically exempted from this statute are the sports of football, soccer and wrestling, whose participants may be restricted if they are enrolled below grade nine.

BYLAW 5. MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTBYLAW 5. MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSec. 1) PROPER GRADE LEVEL REQUIREMENT FOR STUDENTS

ENROLLED IN GRADES 9 THROUGH 12 IN ALL SCHOOL DISTRICTSa) First Day of School Year Earned Credit Check

On the fi rst day of each school year, a student shall be at his or her proper grade level. To be considered to be at the proper grade level, a student shall have been enrolled as a full-time student during the previous grading period, and shall be on

schedule to graduate with his or her class on the fi rst day of school based on the number of credits offi cially recorded on the transcript. For the verifi cation of this provision, all course work, including summer and correspondence work, and fi nal grades shall be complete by the fi rst day of the school year for the student body.The determination for reinstatement of eligibility and fi rst available date of practice available under Section 1(b) of this bylaw shall be based on the original published calendar submitted to the Kentucky Department of Education.(1) Eligibility During First Year Following Initial Enrollment in

Grade Nine (9)For a student in the ninth grade to be considered to be

on schedule to graduate, that student shall have been promoted from grade eight (8) to grade nine (9), and be in compliance with all other b