Is it permissible for a coaching staff member to drive a prospective student-athlete for an official visit?

The correct response is that it is permissible for a coaching staff member to drive a prospective student-athlete for an official visit because NCAA rules allow for this kind of transportation arrangement. The governing body has established that during the official visit, institutions can provide transportation to prospective student-athletes and their families to facilitate the visit. This can include travel to and from the airport, as well as between the hotel and campus facilities.

Driving a prospective student-athlete during an official visit is a common practice and is seen as part of the overall recruitment process, which aims to create a welcoming and informative experience for the athlete and their family. Other options may imply restrictions that do not align with NCAA guidelines around official visits. For example, the notion that rides are only permissible if the visit is local or if the athlete is a minor does not reflect the broader allowances made for all prospective student-athletes during these visits.