Kennesaw State Athletics is dedicated to strict compliance with all NCAA rules and interpretations. The NCAA Compliance office at Kennesaw State University ensures the Athletic program is adhering to NCAA rules and regulations. This is accomplished through rules seminars for coaches, attendance at NCAA seminars and continued student-athlete education.
Compliance monitors all activities that involve any NCAA or Atlantic Sun Conference rule, such as recruiting, financial aid, length of play and practice seasons, academics, and eligibility to name a few. Maintaining institutional control is imperative to continue the growth and success of Owl athletics. Proper rules compliance is the concern of everyone associated with Kennesaw State University, and everyone plays a role.
Online Compliance Resources
- Kennesaw State University Compliance Manual
- NCAA Student-Athlete Eligibility/Recruiting
- 2004-2005 Transfer Guide
- 2005 International Student-Athlete Guide
- College Bound Guide for the Student-Athlete
- NCAA Website for Parents and Prospective Student Athletes
- NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse
- NCAA National Letter of Intent Program
- NCAA Amateurism Regulations
- NCAA Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Student-Athlete Eligibility and Recruiting
- Team Rulebooks
- Compliance Workshop Series
Dr. Darryl Pope
Associate Athletic Director for Compliance
Dr. Darryl Pope is in his second year as Kennesaw State's Director of Compliance. A native of Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Pope came to KSU after serving as the Assistant Athletic Director of Compliance at California State University at Northridge.
Dr. Pope has more than ten years experience in collegiate athletics, serving as Director of Compliance at the University of Maryland-Eastern Shore (1995-97), Temple University (1997-99) and Cal State University Northridge (2000-04).
Dr. Pope graduated with a bachelors degree in Communications Management from Howard University in 1986 and earned a masters degree in Sports Management from Grambling State University in 1988. Upon graduation, Pope worked for the city of Washington D.C in the Department of Recreation. He also worked for the YMCA in Chicago. He earned his doctoral degree in Sports Management and Leisure Studies from Temple University in 1997.
Before his career in athletic administration, Dr. Pope enjoyed
a successful career as a student-athlete. He was a top collegiate
tennis player at Howard, playing four seasons from 1982 through
1986. Pope played both No. 1 singles and No. 1 doubles for the Howard
Bison before turning pro after graduation. He played professionally
for one year on the United State Tennis Association Satellite Tour.
He is a certified U.S.P.T.R. tennis professional and continues to
coach in the Atlanta area.