Question

In 1996, the NCAA established the NCAA Eligibility Clearinghouse in which all high school students wanting to play sports at Division I or II schools had to register and be certified by the clearinghouse.

true or false

Answer 1

The NCAA did establish the NCAA Eligibility Clearinghouse in 1996 for high school students to be certified for sports at Division I or II schools, and this is true.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement that in 1996, the NCAA established the NCAA Eligibility Clearinghouse, now known as the NCAA Eligibility Center, and that all high school students wanting to play sports at Division I or II schools had to register and be certified by the clearinghouse, is true.

This process ensures that student-athletes meet academic and amateurism criteria to maintain college sports integrity and eligibility.

This system aligns with efforts to promote educational opportunities and maintain fairness in college admissions and athletics.