Day Off Policy

Review Morningside's mandatory day off policy, in accordance with NAIA legislation.

The Morningside University Athletic Department, in accordance with the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) adheres to a mandatory day off policy once per week during the academic year.

The day off policy restricts mandated team activity one day per week. Communication between student-athletes and coaches is permitted if initiated by the student-athlete.

Exceptions to this policy:

  • Conference or post season championships
  • Postponements or other unforeseen circumstances
  • A travel day may be considered a “Day Off” if none of the following occur:
    • Discussions or review of game film, individual, team or position group meetings take place on the bus.

Student-Athletes that feel this policy is being violated should contact either the Assistant Athletic Director or the Athletic Director.