Can a director of operations participate in recruiting conversations with prospective student-athletes' families at a local athletics event?

In the context of NCAA rules, a director of operations is not permitted to engage in recruiting conversations with prospective student-athletes' families at a local athletics event. This restriction is in place to ensure that only designated coaching staff members, who are directly responsible for recruiting, can have those conversations. The rationale behind this rule is to maintain a level of integrity and compliance within the recruiting process, allowing coaches who are trained in NCAA compliance regulations to handle interactions with prospective student-athletes and their families.

By adhering to these guidelines, institutions help to ensure that all contacts comply with NCAA regulations, preventing potential violations that could arise from having non-coaching personnel involved in recruiting discussions.