NCAA Participation
Student-Athletes
Athletes participating on a spring or summer high school team who plan to compete in NCAA- certified events must register with the NCAA Basketball Certification System (BBCS).
Before completing BBCS registration, athletes must first create an NCAA Eligibility Center account. If you are unsure of your future college plans, you may select “Division III”; or “Undecided”; during registration, which allows you to create an account at no cost. The account can be upgraded later if needed for Division I or Division II participation.
Resources
- NCAA Basketball Certification System (BBCS): https://bbcs.ncaa.org
- NCAA Eligibility Center: https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/
Coaches
Coaches participating in NCAA-certified events are required to obtain a valid USA Basketball Gold License.
The Gold License includes a background check, SafeSport training, and other certification requirements necessary to coach in NCAA-certified events.
Resources
- USA Basketball Gold License Registration: https://community.usab.com
- NCAA Basketball Certification System (BBCS): https://bbcs.ncaa.org
Recruiting Resources
MidState Magic is committed to helping players and families navigate the recruiting journey
through education, guidance, and access to trusted resources.
Who should use this?
Student-athletes interested in competing at the NCAA Division I or Division II level.
The NCAA Eligibility Center determines academic and amateurism eligibility for prospective student-athletes and provides guidance on meeting NCAA requirements throughout high school.
Resource
- NCAA Eligibility Center: https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/
Who should use this?
Players and families seeking to better understand the recruiting process.
Learn about recruiting calendars, contact periods, evaluation periods, quiet periods, and dead periods, as well as when college coaches can communicate with prospective student-athletes.
Resource
- NCAA Recruiting Calendars & Information:
https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2018/5/8/division-i-and-ii-recruiting-calendars.aspx
Who should use this?
Student-athletes interested in pursuing opportunities at NAIA institutions.
The NAIA Eligibility Center provides information on eligibility requirements, registration, and
academic standards for prospective student-athletes.
Resource
- NAIA Eligibility Center: https://play.mynaia.org/
Who should use this?
Student-athletes considering the junior college pathway.
The NJCAA provides eligibility information and resources for athletes interested in competing at two-year colleges before transferring to a four-year institution.
Resource
- NJCAA Eligibility Information: https://www.njcaa.org/eligibility/index.html
Who should use this?
Student-athletes and families planning for college expenses.
Completing the FAFSA can help determine eligibility for grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and federal student aid.
Resource
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): https://studentaid.gov/