Is it acceptable for a coach to offer to pay for a prospective student-athlete's medical exam during an OFFICIAL visit?

A coach paying for a prospective student-athlete's medical exam during an official visit is not permissible under NCAA recruiting regulations. The rules stipulate that any costs associated with a prospective student-athlete’s medical examination must be covered by the student or their family, ensuring that the student-athlete is not overly influenced by financial incentives from the coaching staff or the institution.

When an institution provides benefits that could be perceived as a form of inducement, it undermines the integrity of the recruiting process and is in violation of NCAA rules designed to maintain a level playing field. This restriction is in place to ensure that all prospective athletes have equal opportunities without financial pressures influencing their decision-making. Thus, any offer to pay for such exams is clearly against these regulations.