Division III

Division III (or DIII) is a division of the National Collegiate Athletic Association of the United States.

Recent changes

In 2003, concerned about the direction of the Division and its adherance to its philosophical basis, the Division III Presidents' Council, led by Middlebury College President John McCardell, acted to limit the length of the traditional and non-traditional seasons, eliminate so-called "red-shirting", and redefine a season of participation, all of which were approved by a majority vote of the membership. An additional proposal which would have eliminated the ability of the institutions listed above to offer athletics scholarships was rejected, though legislation limiting the exception to only those schools currently offering DI programs was approved. These actions took place at the January 2004 NCAA Convention.

Related Topics:
2003 - Middlebury College - John McCardell

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