INTRODUCTORY SUMMARY JCSU ATHLETIC BOOSTER INFORMTION STATEMENT

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1 JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS INTRODUCTORY SUMMARY The purpose of this manual is to provide the guidelines for the members of Johnson C. Smith University s 100 (Booster) Club. This manual will provide insight on the expectations and role of the 100 Booster Club. JCSU ATHLETIC BOOSTER INFORMTION STATEMENT Vision: To be recognized as an institution of higher learning that promotes and achieves academic and athletic excellence through the delivery of its athletics program. Mission Statement: The Johnson C. Smith University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics considers athletics to be an integral part of the University community and thus follows and honors Johnson C. Smith University s overall educational values and mission. Johnson C. Smith University has an excellent academic reputation and its graduates have made significant contributions to this country and the world. Johnson C. Smith considers physical education, recreational sports, and intercollegiate athletics an integral part of every student's education. Johnson C. Smith supports a competitive athletics program at reasonable cost with equitable opportunity for participation of men and women. The President of Johnson C. Smith University insures that the athletics policy is consistent with the educational goals and objectives of the University, excellence. Johnson C. Smith students aspire to excellence in athletics, as in academics. The University seeks to maximize opportunities for student participation as athletes and spectators in a variety of sports. While respecting the policies and procedures of the NCAA, Johnson C. Smith University will determine its own athletics policy, with the retention and graduation of student-athletes its primary goal. Johnson C. Smith University s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics believes the student-athlete to be a representative of the general student body, with like academic qualifications and the same expectations of success. The individual rights, welfare and academic goals of the student-athlete should not be compromised by the University s desire to conduct a successful athletic program. We believe that participation in the Intercollegiate Athletic Program, while augmenting the student s formal education, should lead to the development of a more enlightened individual, who is committed to their physical and

2 emotional well-being, sense of citizenship, dedication to sportsmanship and fair play, the development of individual and team skills, the execution of best effort and the will to win. Athletic personnel and studentathletes understand that their general conduct is reflective of the University and will thus seek to bring credit to the University. This program and the student-athletes representing it will be and are a sense of pride and enthusiasm for all members of the Johnson C. Smith University family. The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics serves as a window of Johnson C. Smith University to the surrounding community, the State of North Carolina and the nation. In doing this we share a total commitment to the rules and regulations of the NCAA, Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) and Johnson C. Smith University. In adherence to this Mission Statement, the Johnson C. Smith University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has adopted the following general principles as a guide to our participation in intercollegiate athletics: 1. We are committed to the academic welfare of the student-athlete including admission, satisfactory academic progress, retention and graduation, which is of primary importance to the University and Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. 2. We are committed to maintaining a student-athlete retention and graduation rate equal to, or better, than the general student body. 3. We are committed to a philosophy of firm institutional control of athletics, and to the academic and financial integrity of our athletic program. 4. We are committed to conducting our intercollegiate athletics program with the highest ethical standards and sportsmanship. 5. We are committed to the fair and equitable treatment of male and female student athletes, with regards to scholarships, resources and opportunities. 6. We are committed to encouraging and promoting diversity amongst our staff and student-athletes and to providing a comfortable environment for understanding of, respect for, and sensitivity to diversity. 7. We are committed to marketing the university through athletic competition while maintaining a strong commitment to its established policies and procedures, rules and regulations. The mission of athletics ultimately, is the mission of Johnson C. Smith University itself, to provide a quality education and prepare (its students) to be leaders of the highest caliber. Core Values: 1. Excellence - Retention and Graduation Rates 2. Service - Student-Athlete Well-Being and Community Engagement 3. Integrity - Sportsmanship, Ethical Conduct and Rules Compliance 4. Diversity - Athletics Program and Staff 5. Inclusion - Gender Equity in Sports and Staff The Athletic Department advocates service to our community and embraces the NCAA Division II philosophy of balance between academics and athletics.

3 JCSU 100 (BOOSTER) CLUB Mission & Objectives: Johnson C. Smith University Athletics promotes an environment that encourages student-athletes to reach their maximum potential in academic progress, athletic competition, and personal development. The 100 (Booster) Club is an organization that will assist the University with providing the resources necessary for student-athletes to achieve success in each of these pursuits. The 100 (Booster) Club is a cornerstone of Johnson C. Smith University s athletics program, raising money to assist with athletic costs such as scholarships, recruiting expenses, books, team travel, equipment, facilities and athletic training. With the escalating costs associated with higher education, the importance of the 100 (Booster) Club to the improvement and development of Johnson C. Smith University athletics cannot be overstated. The members of the 100 (Booster) Club champion this cause, recognizing the value of the student-athlete experience through their support of our students both on and off the playing fields. The 100 (Booster) Club is the sole athletic fundraising organization approved by Johnson C. Smith University, organized to assist the Athletic Department with funding to benefit more than 200 studentathletes competing for the University. Other entities will fund raise for Athletics; however, all resources will be channeled through the 100 (Booster) Club where all giving will be recorded through the Division of Development and External Relations. Through a cooperative effort, we build community support to create opportunities for successful sports programs on a conference and national level. The support provided by the 100 (Booster) Club allows student-athletes to demonstrate excellence in academics and athletics, while enhancing the spirit, visibility and the reputation of Johnson C. Smith University. The goal of the 100 (Booster) Club is to provide unrestricted funding to support the operation of the 14 NCAA sport programs sponsored by the institution. Johnson C. Smith University relies on the support of individuals and businesses within our community and alumni, faculty/staff, and friends of Johnson C. Smith University to provide a first-rate student-athlete experience. In turn, the success of Johnson C. Smith University athletics offers a sense of pride to the campus community and serves as a rallying point for our students, faculty/staff and fans, and provides the institution with regional and national exposure to help bring the best and brightest students to Johnson C. Smith University. Fundraising Guidelines: The 100 (Booster) Club operates as the sole fundraising organization for Johnson C. Smith University athletics. The 100 (Booster) Club will serve all individual and corporate donors, as well as oversee donations for sport-specific booster groups. The 100 (Booster) Club operates under the Johnson C. Smith University s Division of Institutional Development and Athletic External Relations as a non-profit organization. Board of Directors: The 100 (Booster) Club will be governed by the Executive Committee, under the direction of the President of the 100 Club. Board members are asked to attend all regularly scheduled board meetings, participate on committees and assist in achieving stated Club goals and objectives. The success of the 100 (Booster) Club is dependent upon a committed group of volunteers who understand and support the mission of the Club. A board member may be asked by the Executive Committee to relinquish their position if the member misses three or more consecutive board meetings. General Structure: The 100 (Booster) Club will serve as the sole fundraising organization for Johnson C. Smith University Athletics; All individual gifts and corporate sponsorships will be deposited with the Division of Institutional Development and Athletic External Relations at Johnson C. Smith University for the 100 (Booster) Club;

4 The 100 (Booster) Club will provide scholarship and operating funds for each sport, according to the budget set by the Director of Athletics and approved by the President & Board of Trustees; Gifts may be restricted to a specific sport or a specific need of the department. The 100 (Booster) Club, as the sole fundraising organization for Johnson C. Smith University Athletics, will provide benefits to teams, coaches, donors and the athletics department: Benefits to Teams and Coaches: Championship-caliber funding from the start of the fiscal year; Consistent platform to assist the 100 (Booster) Club in fundraising projects; Additional emphasis put on season-ticket sales and attendance at home games. Benefits to Donors: Simple platform of giving; Consistent benefits for donors, regardless of the purpose or directed use of the gift. Benefits to the Athletics Department: Clear and concise understanding of donors and their history; Single database for communication with donors and season ticket holders; Maintains compliance with NCAA and Johnson C. Smith University guidelines for external fundraising through booster organizations. Sport-Specific Booster Groups: Sport-specific booster groups are a large part of the tradition and success of athletics programs. We encourage these groups to be supportive of the coaches and student-athletes in each sport. The following guidelines govern sport-specific booster group activities: Sport-specific booster groups may be comprised of season ticket holders or of individuals who make a certain level of donation to the 100 (Booster) Club that is restricted for use by the appropriate team. Sport-specific booster groups may organize themselves under a governing structure of volunteers. Each group should designate one individual to serve as the Sport Representative. The Sport Representative must be an active 100 (Booster) Club member to be a voting member of the 100 (Booster) Club. Each Sport Representative will serve a term of two years and may be re-nominated for one additional term by the sport. Sport-specific booster groups are encouraged to focus on the following priorities: Work with the coaching staff to improve the overall student-athlete experience by creating a family environment through team social activities (in accordance with NCAA guidelines) and the Johnson C. Smith University Athletic Department s community engagement activities. Help improve attendance at home games through season-ticket drive assistance and group nights. Note: Season-ticket drives directly impact the financial resources of a particular sport. The best way for sportspecific booster groups to assist their chosen program is to engage in a unified season ticket drive with the assistance of the athletic ticket office. Improve the atmosphere and fan interaction at games through group activities and fan clubs. Membership dues or any other fees associated with sport-specific booster groups are not permitted. Financial support should instead be directed to the 100 (Booster) Club, with gifts restricted for use by the particular sport. Donors will receive the 100 Booster Club benefits associated with their level of giving.

5 Sport-specific booster groups may engage in fundraising for their sport, provided: The fundraising activity meets one of the priorities of the 100 (Booster) Club and Is approved by the 100 (Booster) Club President & Board of Directors. Sport-specific booster groups should choose an organizational name that reflects the sport and the purpose of the organization, but should not include the word Club in their name. The 100 (Booster) Club retains the use of the word Club in order to not confuse donors and supporters. For example, exchange the word Club for the term Fans or another spirit-motivated term. Goals and Objectives: The success of the 100 (Booster) Club is vital to the overall success of the Johnson C. Smith University athletic program. The ability of the 100 (Booster) Club to provide the additional resources necessary for all coaches to field competitive and championship teams is paramount. Johnson C. Smith University s Intercollegiate Athletic Department Strategic Plan has established the objectives to elevate each varsity overall program to the degree necessary to consistently compete for championships and earn outstanding graduation rates. The 100 (Booster) Club has a key role in this strategy. From the Intercollegiate Athletic Department s Strategic Plan ( ) GOAL 9: Fundraising: Develop a comprehensive fundraising campaign that will provide additional financial resources to enhance total athletic programming. 1. Establish Guidelines for JCSU 100 (Booster) Club 2. Establish JCSU Athletic Hall of Fame 3. Establish Athletic Scholarship Capital Campaign 4. Increase Corporate Partners Strategic Goals of the 100 (Booster) Club: The 100 (Booster) Club will strive to meet the responsibilities as part of Goal 7 of the Strategic Plan. Specifically: Membership Drive Enhancement Fundraising Initiatives: Membership Drive Walk-A-Thon Golf Tournament Winter Fundraiser Athletic Endowment for Athletic Scholarships. Establish a Fifth-Year Scholarship Program by Commit additional resources to facilities upgrades and expansion (to be determined). Guide to NCAA Rules and Regulations for Boosters Alumni, Faculty, Staff and Friends Introduction: Johnson C. Smith University believes in the intercollegiate athletics program being a vital part of the educational experience for our student-athletes. In support of this philosophy, we understand the critical role our alumni, faculty, staff, and friends play in supporting all of our teams. As a member of the 100 (Booster) Club, you are considered a Representative of Athletics Interests. As a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Johnson C. Smith University is responsible for the actions of its Representatives of Athletics Interests. While we are indebted to you for

6 your support, it is important to always remember that an inappropriate or inadvertent action on your part could jeopardize the eligibility of our current and prospective student-athletes and place Johnson C. Smith University in a compromising position. With this thought in mind, the guidelines below were designed to assist our Representatives of Athletics Interests in understanding and adhering to NCAA rules. However, while these guidelines should provide you with a general framework of what you can and cannot do as a Representative of Athletics Interests, they do not cover all applicable situations that may arise. If you have any specific questions concerning permissible activities as a supporter of Johnson C. Smith University Athletics, please contact Compliance Coordinator Emerald Fulmore at efulmore@jcsu.edu or (704) Johnson C. Smith University would like to provide the following information for representatives of athletic interest; more commonly known as boosters, to help answer any questions you may have regarding NCAA Rules and Regulations. However, if you are still unsure please ASK BEFORE YOU ACT! The following information applies to both Division I and Division III Boosters unless otherwise stated. Are You Considered a Booster? You are a Booster if: 1. You have ever participated in Johnson C. Smith University Athletics. 2. You have made financial contributions to the athletic programs. 3. You have been asked by athletic department staff to assist in recruiting. 4. You have assisted or are providing benefits (ie. summer jobs, or occasional family meals) to enrolled Student Athletes. 5. You have otherwise been involved in promoting Johnson C. Smith Athletics in any way. *Remember once you are a representative of athletic interest (booster), you are always a representative of athletic interest. NCAA Rules Regarding a Booster's Involvement with Prospective Student-Athletes Who is a Prospective Student-Athlete? A prospective student-athlete, commonly known as a "prospect", is any individual who has started classes for the 9th grade. In addition, student-athletes enrolled in preparatory school or two-year colleges are considered prospects. Ultimately, a student remains a prospect until enrollment at a four-year collegiate institution. A Booster May: 1. Forward information about a prospect to the appropriate coaching staff member. 2. View a prospects athletic contest on your own initiative, provided you do not contact the prospect or his/her relatives, coach, principal, or counselor in an attempt to evaluate the academic or athletic abilities of the prospect. You may not get reimbursed for your travel. 3. Continue contact with a prospect as long as the booster has an established relationship prior to the student being a prospect and as long as there is not an attempt to recruit the prospect. 4. Talk to a prospect if he/she initiates the call.

7 5. Have contact with a prospect regarding pre-enrollment activities (ie. discussions of summer employment) only after the signing of The National Letter of Intent. 6. Offer assistance to members of the JCSU Coaching Staff who are recruiting in your community. A Booster May Not: 1. Recruit: only those JCSU coaches who successfully complete the annual NCAA Coaches Certification Exam, are permitted to be involved in the recruiting process. See DII exceptions. If a coach has a recruit at an athletic event please wait to talk with the coach until the prospect and his family have left the vicinity. If a prospect approaches you at an off campus location please let them know that the NCAA rules do not let you discuss JCSU's Athletic Programs, but inform them that you will have the coach forward the proper athletic information. 2. Make any recruiting contacts with the prospect or his/her relatives. This includes telephone calls, letters, s or facsimiles. See DII exceptions. 3. Provide a prospect or his/her family or friends any extra benefits included but not limited to are: a. Reduced or free professional service b. Employment for prospect's relatives c. Gift of clothing or equipment d. Co-signing of loans e. Free or reduced cost housing 4. Provide transportation or arrange for payment of transportation costs for a prospect or his/her relatives or friends to visit campus. 5. Provide funds for a prospect to attend a JCSU summer camp. You may donate the funds to the high school, and the school and the student will decide which camps he/she will attend. *Please do not provide ANYTHING to a prospect or a prospect's family or friends without prior approval from the Compliance Office. NCAA Rules Regarding a Booster and Currently Enrolled Student-Athletes A Booster May: 1. Invite a student athlete or team into your home for an occasional meal and it may be catered, but it must be in your home. However, you cannot entertain a student-athlete's family or friends. 2. Employ a student-athlete under certain circumstances with prior approval from the Johnson C. Smith University athletic department. Both the student and the employer must sign a written statement PRIOR to any employment during the academic year. Student-athletes may only be compensated for work that they do and it must be at the "going rate". A Booster May Not: 1. Arrange for payment of room, board, or any type of transportation at anytime for currently enrolled student-athletes, their relatives, or their friends.

8 2. Provide a student-athlete with anything that would be regarded as an extra benefit. An extrabenefit is considered anything that would be given by the booster to an athlete that otherwise would not be given to the general public. If you have questions about extra benefits please contact the compliance office. 3. Provide free or reduce rate housing for a student-athlete or his/her family, even on weekends. 4. Provide an honorarium to a student-athlete for a speaking engagement. Only necessary travel expenses can be given when speaking to educational or charitable groups. 5. Provide any awards or gifts to student-athletes. Any awards given need to meet NCAA legislation, therefore please contact the compliance office before ACTING! NCAA Rules Regarding Booster Contact with High School and Junior College Coaches A Booster May: 1. Attend a high school, prep school or junior college athletic event provided no contact is made with the prospective student-athlete. A Booster May Not: 1. Contact the prospects coach, principal or counselor for the purpose of evaluating the prospect. 2. Pick up films or transcripts from the prospect's educational institution. 3. Entertain high school, prep school or junior college coaches at any location. 4. Provide tickets or transportation for high school, prep school, or junior college coaches at any location. 5. Reimburse a prospect's high school, prep school, or junior college coach for expenses incurred in transporting the prospect to visit the campus. Division II Exceptions A Booster May: 1. Contact prospective student-athletes or family in person, on or off-campus after July 1 following completion of their junior year in high school. 2. Contact a prospect, who has completed their junior year at their high school, prep-school or two-year college, but must first obtain permission for the contact from the school's executive officer. A Booster May Not: 1. Contact a prospective before their competition; as well as during their days of competition. The prospect must be released from their coach before contact can be made.

9 Who is a Representative of Athletics Interests? You are considered a Representative of Athletics Interests if you have ever: been a member of any organization promoting Johnson C. Smith University Athletics; made a donation to the Johnson C. Smith University Athletic Department, or any of our programs; assisted in evaluating or recruiting prospects; helped to arrange or have provided employment to enrolled student-athletes or prospects (or their parents or legal guardians). DEFINITIONS TO REMEMBER What is a student-athlete? A student-athlete is a currently-enrolled student at Johnson C. Smith University who is participating in our intercollegiate athletics program. Who is a prospect? A prospect is a student who has started classes for the ninth grade. What is recruiting? Recruiting is any solicitation of a prospect or the prospect s family by a Johnson C. Smith University staff member or by a representative of the University s athletics interests for the purpose of securing the prospect s enrollment at Johnson C. Smith University and/or participation in its athletics program. What is a contact? A contact is any face-to-face encounter between a prospect or the prospect s parent/legal guardian and a Johnson C. Smith University staff member or athletics representative during which any dialogue occurs in excess of an exchange or greeting. Any prearranged face-to-face encounter, or any such encounter which takes place on the grounds of the prospect s educational institution or at the site or the organized competition or practice involving the prospect or the prospect s high school, preparatory school, two-year college or all-star team shall be considered a contact, regardless of the conversation which occurs. What is an extra benefit? An extra benefit is any special arrangement by an institutional employee or a representative of the institution s athletics interests to provide a student-athlete or a student-athlete s relatives or friends a benefit not expressly authorized by NCAA legislation. Receipt of a benefit by a student-athlete or their relatives/legal guardians or friends is NOT a violation if the same benefit is available to the institution s students or their relatives or friends. RULES TO REMEMBER No Contact with Prospects: Athletics Representatives of an NCAA Division II institution are prohibited from making in-person, on or off-campus recruiting contacts, as well as written or telephone communications with a prospect or the prospect s parents or relatives. Further, Athletics Representatives are not permitted to contact enrolled student-athletes at another institution for the purpose of transferring. No Contact with Prospect s School or Staff: Athletics Representatives may not contact the prospect s coach, principal, or counselor in an attempt to evaluate a prospect or visit the prospect s institution to pick up films or transcripts pertaining to the evaluation of the prospect.

10 No Paying for Student-Athletes to Attend Speaking Engagements: Athletics Representatives may not provide an honorarium to a student-athlete for a speaking engagement. Only necessary travel expenses may be given when speaking to educational or charitable groups. Additionally, all speaking engagements must be approved by the Compliance Coordinator through Johnson C. Smith University s Athletics Department. How Representatives of Athletics Interest May Offer Assistance: Athletics Representatives may: attend events where a prospect is present on his/her own initiative, provided the Athletics Representative understands he/she is prohibited from contacting the prospect and his/her parents/legal guardians; inform Johnson C. Smith University coaches of prospects in their area and send correspondence related to the prospects to the coaches; continue normal contact with prospects and their parents/legal guardians, if the Athletics Representative has a pre-established relationship with those individuals, provided the Athletics Representative understands he/she is not permitted to engage in recruiting conversations with the prospect and his/her parents/legal guardians in any way; arrange employment for prospective student-athletes, subject to the following conditions; The prospect may not begin the job until after completion of the prospect s senior year in high school and compensation must be based on work actually performed and at a rate commensurate with the going rate in the locality for services of like character. Note: Athletics Representatives may not provide any benefits for prospective student-athletes employed by their company (e.g. transportation), unless the benefits are provided for all other employees. Note: All NCAA recruiting rules governing the conduct of coaches, student-athletes and Athletics Representatives remain in effect until the prospect s initial enrollment in college. SUMMARY Johnson C. Smith University s coaches and athletics staff appreciate the support and encouragement provided by friends and alumni of our institution. However, there are strict limitations on how this support may be utilized. Should any violations of NCAA regulations occur (whether intentional or unintentional); Johnson C. Smith University will be held accountable. PLEASE ASK BEFORE ACTING. The Johnson C. Smith University Athletic Department will be happy to assist you in assuring your support is consistent with NCAA guidelines.

11 Johnson C. Smith University Athletics Staff Directory Administrative Staff Athletic Director Stephen Joyner, Sr Assistant Athletic Director/ Senior Woman Administrator Open Administrative Assistant Reginald Douglas Athletic Business Manager Gerald Hector Registrar Stephanie Jones Faculty Athletic Representative Dr. Eugene Hermitte Compliance Coordinator Emerald Fulmore Alumni Affairs Ron Matthews Admission Director Open Head Athletic Trainer Timothy Botic Asst. Athletic Trainer Kathryn Hanes-Romano Sports Information Director Lamont Hinson Stadium Manager Lennox Graham

12 Band Director Lorne Lee Cheerleader Advisor Peggy Lide Cheerleader Coach Katrina Johnson The Coaching Staff Football Head Coach Steven Aycock Assistant Coaches Recruiting Coordinator/ Craig Cox Defensive Line/Softball Defensive Coordinator/ Gregory Richardson, Sr Asst. Track Coach Receivers Coach/ Video Coordinator Joseph Sulkowski Golf Coach Defensive Backs Quarterbacks Running Backs Wide Receivers Special Teams Open Open Open Open Open Strength& Conditioning Clement Gibbs Men s Basketball Head Coach/ Athletic Director Stephen Joyner sjoyner@jcsu.edu Asst Coach Mark Sherrill Women s Basketball msherrill@jcsu.edu Head Coach Vanessa Taylor vtaylor@jcsu.edu Asst. Coach Ronnie Enoch renoch@jcsu.edu Asst. Coach Judene Wright

13 Volleyball Head Coach Emerald Fulmore Asst. Coach Anika Pimentel Softball Head Coach Jovon Times Asst. Coach Venessa Roy Asst. Coach Thomas Eaton Men/Women s Outdoor Track & Field and Cross Country Head Coach Lennox Graham legraham@jcsu.edu Asst. Coach Gregory Richardson grichardson@jcsu.edu Golf Head Coach Open Asst. Coach Joseph Sulkowski jsulkowski@jcsu.edu Men/Women s Tennis Head Coach James Cuthbertson jcuthbertson@jcsu.edu