2016-17
FOOTBALL
CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
MANUAL
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Table of Contents
Opening Round Important Dates ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
I. General .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
A. Game Administrator ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
B. Game Committeeman ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
C. Information Director ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 D. Host Institution Coordinator .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 II. Selection of Participating Teams, Game Sites and Pairings ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
III. Host Institution/Organization – General ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
A. General Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
B. Administration ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
IV. Host Institution/Organization Financial Requirements ................................................................................................................................................................ 7
V. Traveling Teams Transportation and Housing ............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
A. Transportation and Housing.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
VI. NAIA Expenses ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
VII. General Information – Arrangements ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
A. Advertising .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
B. Awards .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
C. Bands .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 D. Banquet of Champions ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 E. Cheerleaders ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
F. Complimentary Tickets.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
G. Credentials ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 H. Equal Accomodations and Facilities ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 I. Game Films ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
J. Game Times .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 K. Half-Time Schedules............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12 L. Insurance ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
M. Media Arrangements and Press Box ................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
N. Medical Personnel and Procedures ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 12 O. Officials ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12 P. Official Party .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Q. Playing Rules ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
R. Practice Schedule ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13 S. Pre-Game Meeting ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13 T. Pre-Game Schedule.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
U. Radio Policies ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
V. Live Stats and Video Streaming............................................................................................................................................................................................ 15 W. Scorecards/Programs .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15 X. Scouting off Opponents ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Y. Security ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Z. Souvenir Sales ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16 AA. Sponsorships ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16 BB. Squad Size ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
CC. Stadium Seating ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
DD. Conduct .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16 EE. Television Policies .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16 FF. Tickets/Prices ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
GG. Uniforms ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
HH. Team Arrival – National Championship ............................................................................................................................................................................. 17 NAIA National Office • 1200 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64106 • 816.595.8000
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APPENDICES
Football Championship Series Host Income/Expense Report ........................................................................................................................................................ A
Game Committeeman Roles and Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................................................................... B
NAIA-ATA Athletic Trainer Form...................................................................................................................................................................................................... C
Traveling Team Expense Report ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... D
Football Championship Series Host Checklist................................................................................................................................................................................. E
Sample Meeting Agenda ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................F
For Football Championship Series Information contact:
Kelli Briscoe ([email protected])
(816) 895-8141
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2016 NAIA Football Championship Series Important Dates
OCT. 31
RECEIPT DEADLINE DATE for the Football Championship Series Questionnaire
NOV. 4
RECEIPT DEADLINE DATE for the following forms:
• Insurance Policy Acknowledgement Form (Found in the FCS Questionnaire)
• Eligibility Compliance Form (Found in the FCS Questionnaire)
NOV. 8
Bid deadline for games to be played on November 19, due by 5:00 PM (CT) in National Office
NOV. 13
RELEASE of participating teams, pairings and sites for championship series
NOV. 15
RECEIPT DEADLINE for Champions of Character Individual Award Form (sent to head coaches by NAIA Sport Manager)
NOV. 15
Bid deadline for games to be played on November 26, due by 5:00 PM (CT) in National Office
NOV. 19
FIRST ROUND, Football Championship Series (Campus sites)
NOV. 22
Bid deadline for games to be played on December 3, due by 5:00 PM (CT) in National Office
NOV. 26
QUARTERFINALS, Football Championship Series (Campus sites)
DEC. 3
SEMIFINALS, Football Championship Series (Campus sites)
DEC. 8
DEADLINE for institutions hosting games on November 19 to submit a final itemized income-expense report (Appendix A) and game
guarantee check to National Office
DEC. 8
DEADLINE for First Round traveling teams to submit expense report (Appendix H) to NAIA National Office
DEC. 14
Teams arrive in Daytona Beach, Fla. – Both teams participating in the National Championship must arrive on this date
DEC. 15
DEADLINE for institutions hosting Quarterfinal games on November 26 to submit a final itemized income-expense report (Appendix A)
and game guarantee check to National Office.
DEC. 15
DEADLINE for Quarterfinal Round traveling teams to submit expense report (Appendix H) to NAIA National Office
DEC. 16
Banquet of Champions – Daytona Beach, Fla.
DEC. 17
61st Annual NAIA Football National Championship – Daytona Beach, Fla.
JAN. 5
DEADLINE for institutions hosting Semifinal games on December 3 to submit a final itemized income-expense report (Appendix A) and
game guarantee check to National Office.
JAN. 5
DEADLINE for Semifinal Round traveling teams to submit expense report (Appendix H) to NAIA National Office
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I. General
The administration of the Football Championship Series is the responsibility of the Department of Championships, representatives of the NAIA Football
Coaches Association (NAIA-FCA) and the NAIA Sports Information Directors Association (NAIA-SIDA). The Football Championship Series is conducted in
conformance with the policies of the NAIA-FCA and NAIA National Administrative Council. The general management of the game is under the control and
direction of the following:
A. GAME ADMINISTRATOR
The Game Administrator is a member or representative of the Department of Championships staff who is responsible for the overall conduct and
supervision of the playoff/championship games and related activities.
B. GAME COMMITTEEMAN
The Game Committeeman is a representative of the NAIA-FCA who is responsible for, among other things, the supervision of the traveling team(s),
the officiating crew and preparation of the playing field. If no Game Committeeman is assigned to the game then the NAIA Sport Manager will serve in
this capacity.
C. INFORMATION DIRECTOR
The information director is a member of the Department of Sports Information staff, host-site sports information director, or a representative of the
NAIA-SIDA who is responsible for the supervision of the press box operation, services to the media representatives covering the game, and selection
of the outstanding player award recipients and production of a media kit for the championship games.
D. HOST INSTITUTION COORDINATOR
The host institution/organization provides a game liaison person on a full-time basis during the week of the game to work with the game administrator
in organizing and promoting the event. This responsibility includes arranging meetings with key community leaders, civic organizations and news
media, and assisting with various details of game administration as outlined by the game administrator.
II. Selection of Participating Teams, Game Sites and Pairings
A. Member institutions that sponsor intercollegiate football participate in one division.
B. All teams and game sites shall be confirmed by the Football Selection Committee comprised of the sport liaison from the National
Administrative Council and the NAIA-FCA officers. Should one or more of these individuals have a team being considered for a spot in the
FCS, an alternative will be appointed to fill his position.
C. The following criteria will be used by the Football Selection Committee in selecting the participating teams for the Championship Series:
1. All active member institutions in good standing which sponsor intercollegiate football are eligible for selection.
2. Institutions must have declared their intent to participate in the NAIA Football Championship Program and submit the appropriate
forms to the NAIA Department of Championships.
3. Institutions must be ranked among the Top-20 (including ties) in the final rating to receive consideration for a berth in the
Championship Series. The final rating is Sunday, November 13.
4. Institutions:
a. Must play a minimum of eight intercollegiate games against upper-level institutions in the United States or Canada prior to the
final rating on Sunday, November 13.
b. Shall count only intercollegiate contests against upper-level institutions in the United States or Canada in its overall record
(excludes junior colleges, club teams, military teams, junior varsity, etc.).
5. Football conferences certified by the NAIA shall be eligible to qualify its champion to the Football Championship Series provided that:
a. Six or more active members in good standing sponsor intercollegiate football.
b. Six or more active members in good standing have declared their intent to participate in NAIA postseason competition.
c. The conference members must play an intra-conference round-robin schedule if consisting of less than 10 members and
conference members of 10 or greater must play at least seven intra-conference games and have a written
charter/constitution on file with the NAIA Department of Championships.
d. The conference is certified by the NAIA prior to May 1, 2016, by filing a conference certification form with the NAIA
Department of Championships.
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e. The conference certifies its method of determining its champion in case of ties. Only one institution per conference will be
recognized as qualifying for the conference championship team berth.
f. The championship team is rated among the Top-20 teams in the final rating of Sunday, November 13.
6. Independent institutions (those not recognized by the NAIA as a member of a certified football conference) shall be available for
selection by meeting the first four criteria listed above. Additionally, the highest rated independent (provided they are ranked in the
Top-20) shall automatically qualify for the FCS.
7. The field for the Championship Series shall be determined as follows:
a. Certified conference champions and independents determined by criteria Number 5 & 6 above shall be selected.
b. The remaining berths shall be filled by the highest rated teams (in order) in the final rating on November 13, irrespective of
conference affiliation or independent status.
c. In case of ties in the November 13 final rating, which affect selection procedure, the following tie-breaking system will be used:
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Head-to-head result between tied teams
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Win/loss percentage among common opponents
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Accumulated ratings points in the previous four ratings grids (not including current weekly grid)
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Differential between highest and lowest rating (after displacement) – Team with the smaller differential is rated
above team with larger differential
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Vote of National Oversight Committee
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Note: Tie-breaking criteria stop anytime the tie is broken
D. Site Selection
The Football Selection Committee along with the NAIA Department of Championships will determine game sites based on the following
criteria:
1. Submitted bids
2. Availability of quality facilities
3. Potential income
4. Comparative cost factors among the available sites
5. Competition from other activities
E. Automatic Host for Higher Seeds
1. If the 1-8 seeds bid at least $22,500 for the First Round, they will host first round contests in the Football Championship Series.
Seeding is based on the final rating used for selection.
2. Unless a flight could otherwise be eliminated, the four highest remaining seeds that bid at least $28,000 for the Quarterfinal Round
will host Quarterfinal contests in the FCS. Seeding is based on the final rating used for selection.
3. Unless a flight could otherwise be eliminated, the two highest remaining seeds that bid at least $35,000 for the Semifinal Round will
host Semifinal contests in the FCS. Seeding is based on the final rating used for selection.
4. A minimum fee of $10,000 has been established for visiting teams that are traveling by ground.
F. Pairings
It was recommended by the 2008 Football Taskforce and affirmed by Council of Presidents that it is the responsibility of the NAIA
National Office and the Football Selection Committee to look at the overall effect to all teams involved throughout the Championship
Series. All pairings for each round will be based upon financial considerations, geographical location of teams and final rating.
III. Host Institution/Organization — General
An institution wishing to host a Championship Series game shall submit a host site questionnaire projecting anticipated income and expenses in administering
the event. This questionnaire can be accessed in on the NAIA website on the Football Coaches Corner page.
The information submitted in the Questionnaire is used in determining game sites. The NAIA strongly considers as host institutions, those that have the
potential for producing game income, can secure the best possible rates/prices and can provide items on the form on a complimentary basis.
A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
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The host institution shall provide a host institution coordinator, who will coordinate all facets of game administration from the time of team
and site selection through game day, on a full-time basis.
The host institution shall provide the personnel to discharge the functions of game administration before, during and after the game, under
the direction of the game administrator.
Cost of host team meals, lodging and transportation are the responsibility of the host institution and cannot be included as authorized atsite expenses.
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B. ADMINISTRATION
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Ticket Sales – Every effort should be made to maximize the selling of tickets to individuals as well as to groups and businesses. A
person should be appointed to supervise the selling of tickets and to handle the auditing and accounting.
Publicity and Promotion – Your institution, as well as your community, can benefit from hosting a Championship Series game. It is
important that the game be well-publicized through the press, radio and television. In addition, general advertising, public appearance at
civic clubs, pep rallies, newsletters to alumni, other meetings, etc., should be utilized in publicizing and promoting the game. In addition,
your institution's Sports Information Director will be expected to handle the press box operation in providing services to the media, game
statistics and other needs as prescribed by the NAIA Department of Sports Information.
Game Day Personnel – Ticket sellers and takers, ushers, adequate security/police, concession vendors, public address announcer,
program sellers, etc., are necessary personnel needed for game play.
Game Officials – The NAIA Department of Championships determines the officials for all games. The officiating team arrives at the game
site on the day before the game, and will be housed at a different hotel from the traveling team. Normally, the officiating team departs the
site following the game and requires housing for only one night.
Game Headquarters – The host institution should provide or designate office space on campus to serve as game headquarters. This
office should serve as an information center before the game and as the office for NAIA personnel and should be located convenient to
the ticket box office, the host Athletics Director and Sports Information Director.
Office Supplies – The host institution should provide secretarial help, computers, copiers, fax machines, paper and other supplies at
headquarters location to assist in headquarters functions throughout game week.
Courtesy Cars – A maximum of four courtesy cars are requested for all games leading up to the National Championship and a maximum
of eight courtesy cars are requested for the National Championship game.
Post-Game Awards Ceremonies – These ceremonies are held in the center of the field immediately following each game. Personnel
should be assigned to handle the awards and have them at the right place at the right time.
IV. Host Institution/Organization Financial Requirements
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The host institution/organization will be required to provide a cash guarantee to the NAIA for each game of the Championship Series.
Confirmation of this guarantee must be provided in writing and received by the National Office by 5:00 PM (CT), according to the
following schedule:
a. For games to be played on November 19, written guarantee is due by 5:00 PM (CT) on Tuesday, November 8.
b. For games to be played on November 26, written guarantee is due by 5:00 PM (CT) on Tuesday, November 15.
c. For games to be played on December 3, written guarantee is due by 5:00 PM (CT) on Tuesday, November 22.
The guarantee figure will be established after consultation with the host institution/organization by the NAIA and will be based on a
consideration of the following items with priority given in the order listed below:
a. Potential income (potential attendance in immediate area, stadium seating capacity, host institution enrollment, population of host
community and income from sources other than gate receipts).
b. At-site expenses
The host institution/organization is financially responsible for the amount of the guarantee figure or the game income, whichever is higher.
Game income is defined as all income derived from the following:
a. Ticket sales (advance, game day)
b. Championship game banquet
c. Radio/TV rights
d. Concessions sales (if applicable)*
*NOTE: The host institution/organization must secure approval of the NAIA to waive net concession sales as game income if
local arrangements prohibit inclusion of this item as game income.
e. Parking (if applicable)
All authorized and approved at-site expenses are to be deducted from the guarantee/game income figure, whichever is higher. Ticket
takers, press box staff, ushers and other staff positions are not approved at-site expenses. The amount remaining shall be defined as net
income.
The authorized at-site expenses include the following:
a. Game officials (seven on field, plus clock operator) – Includes lodging, as authorized by the NAIA
b. Traveling team local transportation at game site (if travel is by air)
*NOTE: No other expenses are authorized, therefore only the above items can be deducted from the game income.
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7.
When the host institution generates income in excess of its guarantee/game income figure (net income), it has the opportunity to share in
that excess income with the NAIA provided:
a. That the host institution in the First Round of eight games has a guarantee/game income of $10,000 or greater. If the net income is
greater than the guarantee/game income, the host institution and the NAIA will share 50-50 the excess net income.
b. That the host institution in the Quarterfinal Round of four games has a guarantee/ game income of $12,500 or greater. If the net
income is greater than the guarantee/game income, the host institution and the NAIA will share 50-50 the excess net income.
c. That the host institution in the Semifinal Round of two games in has a guarantee/ game income of $15,000 or greater. If the net
income is greater than the guarantee/game income, the host institution and the NAIA will share 50-50 the excess net income.
8. The host institution/organization shall receive and be responsible for paying all bills for expenses listed under at-site expenses, up to the
amount of the cash guarantee figure or game income, whichever is greater.
9. By the dates listed on the FCS calendar, the host institution must submit a final itemized income-expense report (Appendix A) to the
NAIA National Office. This report should include a check, made payable to NAIA, for the amount of the guarantee or game income,
whichever is greater, less the actual amount of authorized at-site expenses for which the host institution/organization is financially
responsible.
10. Institutions that do not meet the financial obligation may be subject to not hosting future FCS games or other NAIA events.
11. Net income (Article IV, Section E) will be distributed as follows:
a. After receiving a final income-expense report and check, the NAIA will send a check to the host institution if it has generated net
income in excess of its guarantee/game income figure and has met the provisions outlined in Section G: 1-3.
b. Upon attainment of an institutional invoice with needed receipts (charter bus, airline, institutional van, lodging, etc.), the NAIA will
reimburse to the traveling team's institution approved transportation and lodging expense up to 100-percent of authorized
expenses for these items provided the event has generated sufficient income.
c. The NAIA will pay for NAIA expenses incurred in the administration of all Championship Series games.
V. Traveling Teams Transportation and Housing
All arrangements for the traveling team's official party (maximum of 60 persons for expense purposes) must be approved by the NAIA Department of
Championships. The traveling team will receive and pay the transportation bill (air and/or ground) and any meal and housing bills incurred to and from, and
while at the game site. Exceptions will not be made to these policies unless approved in advance in writing by the NAIA Department of Championships.
A. TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING
There are three categories for transportation reimbursement:
1. For trips under 400 miles, the NAIA would reimburse no more than:
a. Pre-approved expenses for one 55-passenger bus and one additional vehicle (e.g. 15-passenger van).
b. If it has been determined by the NAIA Department of Championships that an institution will bus to the site of a Championship
Series game and be reimbursed for those expenses, that institution will be responsible for arranging ground transportation.
c. Pre-approved hotel for 30 rooms (one night). The NAIA Department of Championships, in coordination with the host institution,
arranges housing for the traveling team’s official party while at the game site.
d. All participating teams must stay at the designated headquarters hotel or assigned property in order to be eligible for the event
and any reimbursement funds.
2. For trips between 401-800 miles:
a. Pre-approved expenses for two 55-passenger buses (no additional vehicle).
b. If it has been determined by the NAIA Department of Championships that an institution will bus to the site of a Championship
Series game and be reimbursed for those expenses, that institution will be responsible for arranging ground transportation.
c. Pre-approved hotel for 30 rooms (maximum of two nights). The NAIA Department of Championships, in coordination with the
host institution, arranges housing for the traveling team's official party while at the game site.
d. All participating teams must stay at the designated headquarters hotel or assigned property in order to be eligible for the event
and any reimbursement funds.
3. For trips over 800 miles, air transportation will typically be used and reimbursement is as follows:
a. Air transportation costs (see information below)
b. Pre-approved hotel for 30 rooms (maximum of two nights). The NAIA Department of Championships, in coordination with the
host institution, arranges housing for the traveling team's official party while at the game site.
c. All participating teams must stay at the designated headquarters hotel or assigned property in order to be eligible for the event
and any reimbursement funds.
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Air Transportation Reimbursement
1. Commercial air service shall be the first consideration for teams that fly during the FCS. Institutions assigned commercial flights must use
Short’s Travel, the Official Travel Agency of the NAIA. Please visit http://www.shorts.travel.com/NAIAchamps to upload team rosters and
contact information, then call Short’s Travel (844-619-7044) to book your travel arrangements. All coaches will need a username and
password which will be provided by the NAIA National Office. In order to be eligible for reimbursement, all schools are expected to use
Short’s Travel for any air travel. Any request to use alternative travel arrangements must be accompanied by:
a. Quote from the NAIA travel service for the airfare
b. Quote for alternative proposed travel arrangements
2. Charter flights will be coordinated by the NAIA through Air Planning, the preferred Air Charter Company of the NAIA. All institutions that
charter a flight must be prepared to pay for all costs associated with the flight upon confirmation from the service provider. Once the flight
is confirmed the institution must be able to wire a check to the service provider for the full amount of the flight. The check must be
received on the first business day after flight confirmation is confirmed. An institution not using Air Planning or an otherwise approved air
charter company will be ineligible for reimbursement.
3. When charter air travel is used, the NAIA reimburses the institution for 60 seats at a predetermined rate. This rate is calculated by
dividing the total cost of the charter flight by the total number of seats on that flight (see example below).
4. It is the responsibility of the traveling school to sell the additional seats beyond the above mentioned 60. Each institution shall determine
the price at which the remaining seats will be sold. However, for the purpose of determining eligible reimbursement, the NAIA will use
$450 in the reimbursement formula (see examples below). The difference between the actual cost per seat and the above mentioned
price point is also included in the eligible reimbursement amount (see examples below).
5. The traveling team’s institution is responsible for transportation expenses incurred from campus to the NAIA designated airport for
departure and return.
CHARTER FLIGHT EXAMPLES:
A charter flight has 172 seats and the total cost is $145,000.
1. 172 (number of seats available) – 60 (official party for reimbursement) = 112
2. 112 x $450 = $50,400 (institution’s responsibility)
3. $145,000 – $50,400 = $94,600 (eligible for reimbursement)
A charter flight has 150 seats and the total cost is $118,000.
1. 150 (number of seats available) – 60 (official party for reimbursement) = 90
2. 90 x $450 = $40,500 (institution’s responsibility)
3. $118,000 – $40,500 = $77,500 (eligible for reimbursement)
VI. NAIA Expenses
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Awards (only official NAIA awards) are included as authorized expenses.
Printing and shipping of programs (National Championship game only), shipping of game footballs and other items directly related with
the game, printing of credentials, press kits, etc.
NAIA personnel: Championship event staff, game committeeman, game administrators, etc. – Expenses include transportation, meals
and housing (if not complimentary).
Other game administration expenses: Postage, shipping, etc.
VII. General Information — Arrangements
A. ADVERTISING
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2.
Local and national advertising shall be the financial responsibility of the host institution/organization and shall not be included in the
Authorized Expense Schedule.
NAIA policy governing acceptable advertisers and advertising copy for game programs, broadcasts and telecasts of NAIA championship
events, states:
Beer, wine, liquor or any form of alcoholic beverages or any form of tobacco products shall not be endorsed by NAIA, but the
advertisements of such products in connection with NAIA conference and national events, as well as sponsorship, is permissible under the
following conditions:
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a.
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All advertisements must receive approval from the NAIA Chief Executive Officer
Alcoholic beverages in any form shall not be allowed to be sold, dispersed or brought into the public areas of any NAIA event
No commercial may relate directly or indirectly by the advertising company of the advertised product to the institutions or
athletes involved, or to the NAIA.
B. AWARDS
The NAIA maintains a standardized awards program for all championship events. This program for the Football Championship Series includes:
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First Round Games: Each participating team receives 60 official party certificates of participation. These certificates are presented to the
participating head coaches at the pre-game meeting on the day before the game.
Quarterfinal Round Games: No team awards are provided.
Semifinal Round Games: Losing teams receive the standard NAIA team award and 60 individual plaques. These awards are shipped
directly to the institution's Director of Athletics for presentation in an appropriate manner by the institution. Winning teams receive awards
at the site of the National Championship game, as described below.
National Championship Game: Runner-up team receives the standard NAIA team award and 60 individual plaques. Championship
team receives the standard NAIA team award, the traditional NAIA team championship banner, the NAIA championship team traveling
trophy (to be retained for one year and shipped to the site of the next year's championship game) and 60 individual plaques. These
awards are presented on the field immediately following the game.
Outstanding Player Awards (All Games): The Most Outstanding Offensive and Defensive Players in each game of the Championship
Series will receive a special plaque. The recipients are selected by the news media in attendance.
C. BANDS
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Marching bands (a minimum of 25 members in uniform) representing either of the two participating institutions, or a local/regional high
school, shall be admitted without charge as long as the group is performing on the field during pre-game or halftime.
Pep bands (a maximum of 25 members) representing either of the two participating institutions, or a local/regional high school, shall be
admitted without charge as long as the group is performing in the stadium.
The NAIA Game Administrator, in consultation with the Director of Athletics of the host institution, determines seating for all band groups.
Bands wishing to perform on game day should contact the NAIA Game Administrator or the Director of Athletics of the host institution no
later than 48 hours prior to game day to receive final approval. Band members do not receive game tickets. Bands shall not play while the
game is in progress. All NCAA playing rules regarding bands are in affect during the Football Championship Series.
D. BANQUET OF CHAMPIONS
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The National Championship banquet is held on the evening before the championship game. A banquet may be held prior to games in
earlier rounds of the Championship Series, but this event is included in the Authorized Expenses Schedule for the National Championship
game only.
The official party of both participating institutions is required to attend. Sixty tickets are provided to each institution, and the chief
executive officer of each institution is provided 10 tickets to use at his/her discretion. In addition, the NAIA receives up to 25 tickets for its
use (a total of 165 authorized guests).
NOTE: The two teams participating in the National Championship game must submit a meal roster to the host dining facility prior to each
meal. Any persons above the official travel party (60) must be accounted for and paid for prior to the team’s departure to the championship
game facilities on championship day. Payment arrangements can be made with the host prior to arrival to the championship, if needed.
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The host institution/organization shall determine whether the banquet will be open to the public and shall arrange for the sale of banquet
tickets to persons other than those 165 authorized guests mentioned above.
Tradition calls for an exchange of mementos between the two institution's head coaches, Athletic Directors and Chief Executive Officers.
It is suggested that something indigenous to the institutions' respective areas be used in the exchange. No other memento exchange is
included in the program.
Players from the participating institutions should wear appropriate attire to the event.
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E. CHEERLEADERS
1.
2.
3.
4.
Cheerleaders in uniform (not to exceed 12 total), a mascot and the cheerleaders' sponsor/supervisor shall be admitted without charge.
Cheerleaders do not receive game tickets.
Pyramids higher than 2 ½ persons in height are prohibited at NAIA conference, independent and/or national events. Pyramid height is
measured by body lengths. A shoulder stand is defined as “2 persons in height,” a chair or shoulder sit is defined as “1 ½” persons high.”
No external force shall be used by cheerleaders to propel the body at NAIA conference, independent and/or national events (Examples:
Trampoline, springboard, clasped hands, etc.).
Cheerleaders will adhere to the American Association of Cheerleading Coaches and Advisors (AACCA) recommendations and safety
guidelines for collegiate cheerleading. To obtain a copy of the college safety rules, go to www.aacca.org.
F. COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS
1.
2.
3.
Authorized NAIA personnel and professional football scouts with appropriate identification (authorization from professional clubs) may
receive one complimentary ticket per individual. Professional scouts may not occupy space in the press box or on the sideline.
2016-17 NAIA Membership Cards shall be honored – The Chief Executive Officers of each member institution shall receive two
complimentary tickets upon presentation of the NAIA card and appropriate identification. All cards are non-transferable.
All other tickets not mentioned above must be purchased and included as game income.
G. CREDENTIALS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Only working representatives of the news media, so designated by the NAIA Game Administrator or Sports Information Director, shall
receive press box credentials. Media representatives do not receive game tickets, Non-working media representatives must purchase
tickets.
The NAIA Department of Championships supplies all credentials needed: Press box, official, field and coach passes.
Other working personnel, as designated by the NAIA Game Administrator shall receive appropriate credentials. Personnel in this category
shall not receive game tickets.
Each institution's head coach shall be allotted up to 18 "official party" credentials (press box and/or sideline access) to be used by those
persons that have "working" responsibilities on the sideline or in the press box before and during the game (Examples: Assistant coaches,
managers, athletic trainers, team doctors, etc.).
Each institution's head coach must submit a roster of up to 18 personnel to receive "official party" credentials. This list must be presented
to the NAIA Game Administrator on the day before the game. These credentials are issued at the pre-game meeting the night before the
game.
H. EQUAL ACCOMMODATIONS AND FACILITIES
1.
The host institution is responsible for providing equal and/or comparable accommodations and facilities relative to dressing facilities, halftime refreshments, bench towels, sideline heaters (if applicable), etc.
I. GAME FILMS
1.
2.
Game films are not provided for First Round, Quarterfinal and Semifinal games for scouting purposes. However, participating institutions
may arrange for the production of a game film, videotape or DVD upon approval from the NAIA Game Administrator. Each participating
institution is responsible for the costs involved in producing such a film/videotape and the traveling institution should coordinate such a
project with the host institution.
The NAIA Department of Championships authorizes one color print of the National Championship game in each division as an NAIA
expense. If the game is televised, the NAIA will receive a copy of the videotape of the game in lieu of producing a film of the game.
Participating teams may request a print of the film or videotape for purchase.
J. GAME TIMES
1.
2.
In consultation with the host institution, the NAIA Department of Championships establishes game times for all games in the
Championship Series.
All game times are determined prior to team selection for First Round games, prior to team qualification for succeeding games, and after
consultation between potential host institutions and the NAIA Department of Championships.
K. HALF-TIME SCHEDULES
1.
The half-time intermission shall be a maximum of 20 minutes. Strict time limits will be imposed on performing groups and the field will be
cleared no less than three minutes prior to the start of the second half.
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2.
The NAIA Game Administrator establishes the half-time schedule. Performing groups representing the participating teams are given
priority for the half-time period, but must notify the Game Administrator no later than the end of the day Wednesday of game week if their
group(s) will be available to perform on game day.
L. INSURANCE
1.
2.
Each participating institution shall be required to furnish its own accident, medical life and travel insurance for its athletes and coaches
(official party).
The NAIA provides liability insurance to cover the NAIA only. The host institution/organization shall provide the NAIA Department of
Championships with a copy of the insurance policy coverage. The insurance coverage should include commercial general liability at a
minimum of $1,000,000 per occurrence and participant legal liability at a minimum of $1,000,000 and it shall name the NAIA as an
“additionally-insured” party.
M. MEDIA ARRANGEMENT AND PRESS BOX
1.
2.
3.
4.
Press box and field credentials will be assigned to the working media at the discretion of the Sports Information Director in consultation
with the Game Administrator.
All requests for credentials, hook-ups of radio broadcasts, etc., should be directed to the Sports Information Director of the host institution.
Post-game Interview Procedures: After a five-minute cooling off period (begins when teams enter their dressing rooms), coaches and
players will be made available to all members of the news media. Post-game interviews will be conducted in either an open dressing room
or interview area, whichever is deemed appropriate by the Sports Information Director after consultation with the Game Administrator.
The following requirements are in place for press boxes:
a. Space to accommodate up to 30-35 people
b. Wireless internet signal that is not open to the public; if no wireless, press box should have 20-25 dedicated hard lines
c. Internet should allow users to access all websites, including social media – Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, etc.
d. Ample power outlets for up to 30 users, including extension cords
e. Minimum of two radio lines for analog dialing purposes. The visiting team will need to be able to dial-in (no dial-out)
N. MEDICAL PERSONNEL AND PROCEDURES
The head athletic trainer at the host site shall be responsible for providing the visiting team medical assistance at all practices and during the game.
The host athletic trainers shall:
1. Contact the visiting team's head athletic trainer prior to their arrival to plan the visiting team's access to the training room and to assist
with any special needs that the visiting team may have. Topics to cover should include, but not be limited to:
a. Special needs of the visiting team (towels, water, modalities, etc.)
b. Medical assistance needed for practice
c. Training room (location, hours, equipment, phone numbers, etc.)
d. Phone numbers for after-hour emergencies.
e. Directions to medical facility on campus or in community
f.
Outline of coverage and staff being provided by host institution
g. Emergency procedures and protocol
2. Each team's athletic trainer shall be responsible for providing the NAIA National Office a report of all injuries for all postseason games.
Copies of the NAIA-ATA Injury Report can be found in the NAIA Athletic Trainers Association manual. Following each game, the reports
shall be forwarded to: NAIA National Office, Kristin Gillette, Athletics Trainers Liaison, 1200 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64106
O. OFFICIALS
The NAIA Department of Championships arranges for all officials to be used in the Football Championship Series.
First Round, Quarterfinal Round and Semifinal Round
1. Game officials (referee, umpire, linesman, field judge, line judge, back judge and side judge) pay for all expenses incurred to and from
and while at the game site. The official clock operator will also serve as a backup official in case a regular member of the crew becomes
incapacitated.
2. The host institution is responsible for the lodging of each official. Game officials are an authorized at-site expense.
*New for 2016 – Game officials’ fees, transportation and per diem will be paid by the NAIA National Office according to the Zone Pay
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3.
Game fees, transportation fees and per diem will be paid by the NAIA National Office the Monday following the contest to each official.
Fees are based on the one-way mileage from the Referee’s home address to the competition site. If a crew is approved by the NAIA
Sport Manager to fly to the competition site, adjustments will be made to the following chart:
Football Officials’ Zone Pay
125 miles or less – $235
126–200 miles – $260
201–275 miles – $285
276–350 miles – $310
351–425 miles – $345
426–500 miles – $380
500 or more miles – $405
4.
5.
6.
Lodging allowance, unless provided on a complimentary basis by the host institution/organization, is provided at the exact room rate in
the assigned hotel. Reservations for the officiating team should include three twin-double rooms (two officials per room) plus one single
room. Officials occupying double rooms receive 50-percent of the room rate, while the official occupying the single room receives the
single room rate.
The Assignor of Championship Officials will notify the NAIA Sport Manager on Monday of game week the names of each crew member
by position and the conference they represent the officiating crew. The Sport Manager will notify the host Athletic Director of the officials’
assignments.
Officials will receive one complimentary game ticket per official with their NAIA membership card.
National Championship Game
1. Officials will receive one complimentary game ticket per official with their NAIA membership card.
2. If air travel is approved by the NAIA Sport Manager, the lowest available airfare will be approved, in addition to intermediate ground
transportation allowances if the official drives their car to the airport. Reasonable bag and parking fees will also be reimbursed after
receipts are submitted to the NAIA Sport Manager. If a crew member drives to a game, a travel fee will be added to game and per diem
fees as in the preliminary round games.
3. Those officials working the National Championship game also receive one complimentary ticket to the Banquet of Champions. Officials
will receive one complimentary game ticket per official with their NAIA membership card.
P. OFFICIAL PARTY
1.
2.
3.
4.
For expense purposes, the traveling team transportation and housing reimbursement is based on an official party of 60 persons.
For team dress purposes, the maximum number of players in uniform and on the sidelines is 57.
For sideline purposes, the official numbers of players and supplemental personnel should not exceed 75, including players, coaches,
managers, etc. In addition to the 75, each institution is allowed to have up to six athletic training personnel on the team sideline.
For the National Championship game only, the head coaches of the participating teams must submit to the NAIA Game Administrator the
official roster of the 57 persons who are to receive individual awards at the end of the National Championship. Three copies of this roster
should be presented to the Game Administrator at the pre-game meeting the evening prior to the National Championship game.
Q. PLAYING RULES
1.
2.
The official NCAA Football Rules are followed during the Football Championship Series.
All games in the NAIA Championship Series will be played on fields with goal posts 18 feet-6 inches apart and where 25-second clocks
are used.
R. PRACTICE SCHEDULE
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2.
The NAIA Game Administrator, after consultation with the athletics director of the host institution and the traveling team's head football
coach, shall establish the practice schedule for the traveling team at the site of the home institution.
As a general rule, practice is not permitted on the game field. If the host institution agrees to allow the visiting team to practice on the
game field, both teams may do so. But fair and equal practice time on the game field should be giving to both teams. The Game
Administrator will assist in making this decision prior to the arrival of the two teams.
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S. PRE-GAME MEETING
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2.
3.
4.
5.
A pre-game meeting is scheduled by the NAIA Game Administrator on the day before the game at approximately 6:30 PM. Please see
Appendix H for sample of pre-game meeting agenda.
The following personnel are required to attend the pre-game meeting:
a. NAIA Game Administrator
b. NAIA Game Committeeman
c. Head Coaches from the two teams
d. Game Officials
e. Public Address Announcer
f.
Game Communications Director
g. Back-up Clock Operator
h. Representative from chain crew
i.
Athletic Trainers/Medical Personnel
j.
Television Director (where applicable)
The NAIA Game Administrator should address the following items at the pre-game meeting:
a. Team introductions
b. Awards presentations
c. Miscellaneous administrative duties
The Game Committeeman should address the following items at the pre-game meeting:
a. Uniform colors for the teams – Visiting team in white; home team in dark color
b. Footballs to be used by both teams
c. Locker room assignments
d. Team benches – Which side of the field each are located
e. Pre-game warm-up procedures
f.
Pre-game and halftime agendas
g. Field phones
h. Tie-Break Plan
The Referee should address the following items at the pre-game meeting:
a. Introduce his crew by position
b. Identify team captains for each team
c. Discuss overtime rules if needed
d. Give interpretations as needed
T. PRE-GAME SCHEDULE
The following time schedule should be followed for all championship series games:
1. The two teams should be off the playing field no later than 20 minutes prior to game time and should re-enter the field no later than 15
minutes prior to game time.
2. The public address announcer should begin opening remarks 20 minutes prior to game time. The opening remarks should last
approximately two minutes:
a. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to (name of stadium, city, campus, etc.) for the National Association of Intercollegiate
Athletics Football Championship Series ______ round game between _______ and ______. (Visiting team) enters the contest
with a record of ____ and is ranked ____ nationally. (Visiting team) is making their ____ appearance in the Football
Championships Series. (Home team) enters the contest with a record of ____ and is ranked _____ nationally. (Home team) is
making their _____ appearance in the Football Championship Series.
3. At 18 minutes prior to game time, the public address announcer should recognize distinguished guests (where applicable).
a. The Chief Executive Officers of the participating institutions
b. The Directors of Athletics of the participating institutions
c. Dignitaries from state government (governor, etc.)
d. Conference Commissioners in attendance
e. NAIA Game Administrator
f.
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4.
5.
6.
At 15 minutes prior to game time, public address announcer should begin team introductions – Teams do not have to be on the field.
a. Introductions should be made at this time. If both teams are on the field, introductions should be made alternately, and in
numerical order, starting with the lowest numbered player on the visiting team, then the lowest numbered player on the home
team. All 57 players should be introduced in this manner.
b. Introductions of team members and coaches should last approximately nine minutes.
At six-plus minutes (6:30) prior to game time, the National Anthem should be played. If the band is performing the National Anthem on the
field, proper time should be allotted for the band to begin the anthem at the scheduled time and for it to march off the field at the
conclusion.
The game officials should be introduced by name and position. In addition, the name of the conference and the Assignor of Officials
should also be recognized. Recognizing the officials and the result of the coin toss should be done immediately before kick-off.
U. RADIO POLICIES
The radio policy for the Football Championship Series shall be as follows:
1. All requests for broadcasting of any game must be directed in advance to the host institution’s Department of Sports Information for
permission to originate.
2. Broadcasting space will be assigned as facilities permit.
3. Radio, Television, Web Blogging – The broadcast of any post season game/match is governed by NAIA broadcast policies as printed in
the NAIA Policy Handbook. This includes audio broadcasts, video broadcasts and web-blogging through conventional outlets and new
media avenues.
Rights Fees – Football Championship Series and National Championship Game:
Commercial
RADIO
$200 per game + $75 per*
TELEVISION
$500/game/station (live)
$250/game/station (delayed)
WEB BLOGGING**
$75
Non-Commercial
$150 per game + $50 per*
$250/game/station (live or delayed)
$50
*Extra charge associated with any additional radio stations that pick up your school’s feed. This does not include a team that
posts/advertises the internet broadcast of the opponent.
Web-blogging is any form of live updates by typing on the computer in a public forum where anyone with internet has access to.
For information relative to these policies, please contact Chad Waller of the NAIA at 816-595-8000.
4. All rights fees must be made payable to the HOST INSTITUTION before the broadcast.
5. All necessary lines must be requested and paid for by the originating station. The construction of any facilities and any other product cost
shall be the sole responsibility of the originating station.
V. LIVE STATS AND VIDEO STREAMING
1.
2.
The official statistician is required to record live statistics via DakStats, the official statistical software of NAIA National Championship
Events. It is recommended to have statistical monitors stationed in the press box for radio and media to view.
It is recommended each host site offers a video-streaming production (pay-per-view or free). The host site is responsible for staffing,
equipment and costs associated with the production. Hosts will receive all revenue from video-streaming. The NAIA Championships
Department reserves the right to require a specific video-streaming company in the future.
W. SCORECARDS/PROGRAMS
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2.
The NAIA Department of Sports Information will produce a game-day program insert for host institutions to use during the Football
Championship Series. The insert will be sent to the host institution’s sports information department via email in a PDF document. It is the
responsibility of the host to print the inserts for use – The NAIA will not send printed inserts for resale. Printing of inserts is NOT an
authorized site expense.
The NAIA Sports Information Department will request information from institutional sports information departments whose teams are in
contention for FCS berths. Information requested will include general facts on the institution, head coach information, season highlights,
website information and a 57-player numerical roster.
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X. SCOUTING OF OPPONENTS
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2.
3.
For the purposes of film exchange during the FCS, the following schedule shall apply:
a. First Round: Three regular season games.
b. Quarterfinals: Three regular season games and a team’s first round game.
c. Semifinals: Two regular season games and a team’s first and quarterfinal round game.
d. Championship: Two regular season games and all three rounds of a team’s FCS games.
e. Shipping of game films/videotapes between coaches is an institutional expense and cannot be charged as a game expense.
f.
Game programs, statistics, etc., should be excluded in the film/videotape exchange.
Scouting in person by any coach, representative or agent of either participating institution of another championship series game is
prohibited by NAIA policy.
The exchange of information with other coaches by telephone or exchange of additional films/videotapes is considered unethical and
violators will be reprimanded.
Y. SECURITY
Institutions hosting a Football Championship Series game should provide adequate security for the fans, student-athletes and officials. There must be
a minimum of two security personnel on each side of the playing field, including one at each end of the team box and one at each end zone.
Spectators shall remain in the specified ticketed seating area at all times (including pre-game and post-game). Officials should have an escort to and
from the field during half-time and post-game.
Z. SOUVENIR SALES
1.
2.
3.
4.
The name, National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and initials, NAIA, logo, and other NAIA symbols and insignia are the
registered and exclusive property of the Association.
As a host site for the NAIA Football Championship Series, the host institution is awarded all rights and privileges in using the NAIA name,
initials and marks to promote and market the NAIA Football Championship Series. Such use is restricted in the following areas, which
require written approval by the NAIA licensing director:
a. Commercial Sales: Any product featuring the NAIA name or marks and being sold prior to, during or after the Football
Championship Series.
b. Promotional Items: Any product featuring the NAIA name or marks which is given to fans, coaches or athletes before, during or
after the Football Championship Series.
Merchandise featuring the NAIA name or marks for commercial sale or promotional give-away shall be purchased through the NAIA or an
approved NAIA vendor. The host site shall prohibit all souvenir sales and promotional giveaways at championship headquarters and/or
playing site that have not been approved by the NAIA licensing director, including the sale of or free distribution of competing products.
For additional information regarding NAIA licensed products, please contact Amy Stover, NAIA Marketing Department, at (816) 595-8000.
AA. SPONSORSHIPS
1.
2.
Corporations with business interests beyond the local area of the Championship Series game should not be solicited for financial support
without the prior approval of the NAIA Marketing Department. Furthermore, no businesses or corporations should be identified or receive
recognition as a title sponsor of a Championship Series game without prior approval of the NAIA Marketing Department.
Participating institutions are encouraged to secure local corporate sponsorship for all Championship Series games to ensure a profitable
experience.
BB. SQUAD SIZE
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2.
3.
Participating teams are limited to a maximum number of 57 players in uniform. Replacements are permitted from among eligible athletes,
up to the time of the pre-game meeting, which is held the evening before the game.
No replacements shall be permitted after the pre-game meeting, except under emergency conditions. Emergency replacements should be
made no later than one hour prior to game time and must be approved by the game administrator.
The number of athletes in football uniform shall not exceed the maximum number at the start of the contest. Failure to comply with squad
limitation (57 eligible players in uniform) will result in forfeiture of the game to the opposing institution.
CC. STADIUM SEATING
1.
2.
It is recommended that all permanent seats in the stadium be marked for reserved seating (section, row and seat number).
A stadium seating diagram indicating the number of seats available for sale in all sections of the stadium shall be submitted with the host
institution questionnaire required from all contending teams prior to team selection.
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DD. CONDUCT
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2.
Each member institution is responsible for the conduct of its student-athletes, coaches and fans at all Championship Series games.
Students are expected to act responsibly and perform as a positive role model for the institution, community and association.
Institutions will be held financially responsible for damage incurred at hotels or any other facility directly involved with the game.
EE. TELEVISION POLICIES
1.
2.
Policies & Procedures
a. The NAIA owns television rights to all games of the 2016 Football Championship Series and may award "exclusive rights" to
commercial or non-commercial stations in a particular market.
b. All stations interested in producing a telecast from any game in the Championship Series must contact and receive permission
from the NAIA Department of Sports Information.
c. Television stations within a 200-mile radius of the site wishing to air a live or same-day telecast must adhere to the following
restrictions:
1) The NAIA will require that 5,000 tickets or 80-percent of the stadium's seating capacity (whichever is applicable)
must be sold by noon Thursday of game week for a station to secure a telecast.
2) A stadium's seating capacity will be determined by the NAIA.
d. Television stations outside a 200-mile radius of the site wishing to air a live or same-day telecast will not be subject to the
ticket sale restriction above.
General Information
a. All necessary installation of lines, up-linking, satellite transmission, construction of any facilities, cost of talent and any other
production costs shall be the sole financial responsibility of the originating station.
b. Participating stations will agree to run 30-second promotional spots on the two institutions involved in the game, plus a 30second promotional spot on the NAIA.
c. See NAIA policy handbook for complete policy.
FF. TICKETS/PRICES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
An allotment of tickets for sale should be reserved for the participating institutions. The number of tickets designated for the traveling
team's institution and the location of seating will be determined by the game administrator after consultation with both the host and
traveling institution.
The traveling team's institution and fans should receive space in the stadium comparable to that provided for the host institution.
The Chief Executive Officer of each participating institution is provided up to 10 complimentary tickets to use at his/her discretion. No
other complimentary tickets should be issued to either participating institution.
The following ticket category and price suggestions have been established for the 2016 Championship Series.
a. Student = $4
b. Staff, Faculty, Administration = $5
c. Reserved Seat = $8
d. General Admission = $5
e. Youth = $3
The following statement is required to be printed on the back of all game tickets in each round of the Championship Series:
"The holder of this ticket voluntarily assumes all risks of property loss and personal injury arising during its use. Management may revoke
the license and eject or refuse entry to the holder by refunding the stated purchase price. The holder agrees that and its agents, the NAIA
and its agents and the participants are not liable for injuries resulting from attendance at this event. The holder agrees that alcoholic
beverages in any form shall not be allowed to be sold, dispersed or brought into the public area of this event.”
GG. UNIFORMS
1.
2.
3.
The host institution is designated as the home team and will wear dark colored jerseys.
The visiting institution will wear light colored jerseys.
The NAIA Sport Manager will contact each head coach during game week requesting uniform colors (helmets, jerseys and pants). This
information will also be used in the game “Fact Sheet.”
HH. TEAM ARRIVAL – NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
1.
Both teams participating in the National Championship game MUST arrive at the host site on the Wednesday prior to the National
Championship game. For 2016, teams must arrive in Daytona Beach, Fla., on Wednesday, December 14.
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