University of New Hampshire Athletics
UNH Athletics Opts In To House V. NCAA Settlement
7/1/2025 2:45:00 PM | General
Strategic Decision Enhances Student-Athlete Support through Flexible NIL, Scholarship, and Donor-Driven Opportunities
DURHAM, N.H. – The University of New Hampshire Department of Athletics has notified the NCAA that it will opt in to the House v. NCAA settlement for the 2025-26 season. The deadline to opt in was Monday, June 30.
A Note from Director of Athletics Allison Rich
Hello Wildcats!
On behalf of the University of New Hampshire, I am proud to announce that we are opting in to the House v. NCAA settlement, joining other NCAA institutions in shaping the next era of collegiate athletics. This decision reflects our continued commitment to providing a world-class experience for our student-athletes and preparing Wildcat Athletics to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.
We believe this new model offers exciting opportunities to strengthen support for our student-athletes by providing enhanced recruitment and retention capabilities, and greater flexibility in scholarship and NIL activities. Opting in allows us to prioritize donor intent in funding such initiatives for our Wildcats.
We recognize the need to be thoughtful and strategic, remaining aligned with the realities of today's athletics model while staying true to our mission and positively representing the University and serving the state of New Hampshire.
We are aware of the financial challenges facing public institutions like ours, and we approach this work with both optimism and fiscal responsibility. To that end, we welcome and are grateful for the support of donors and fans, whose philanthropy has a direct and positive impact on the lives of our Wildcat student-athletes. Additionally, we are positioned to manage the financial implications of the settlement within our budget to minimize any negative effect to the larger University community.
We are excited for the future and look forward to partnering with our student-athletes, coaches, staff, supporters, and the greater UNH community as we enter this next chapter.
Go 'Cats!
Allison
Key Benefits
The settlement provides NCAA Division I institutions with antitrust protection for 10 years while creating more transparency in the NIL landscape. As a result, UNH will be able to maintain its competitive success while representing and inspiring pride in the University and the state of New Hampshire. As an additional benefit, student-athletes will also be able to continue taking advantage of external NIL opportunities.
About UNH Athletics
UNH Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-athlete experience and fostering NCAA Division I teams that are a source of pride for the University community, the State of New Hampshire, and UNH alumni across the globe. UNH Athletics creates and sustains a culture of Competitive Excellence, Leadership and Service, Engagement, Academic Success, and Respect, Integrity, and Inclusion. UNH Athletics is dedicated to supporting an environment in which student-athletes can thrive competing for conference and national championships and pursuing their academic, athletic, and personal goals, becoming Wildcats for Life.
Resources
A Letter from NCAA President Charlie Baker
Q&A: Implementation of the House Settlement
House v. NCAA Settlement Explained
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A Note from Director of Athletics Allison Rich
Hello Wildcats!
On behalf of the University of New Hampshire, I am proud to announce that we are opting in to the House v. NCAA settlement, joining other NCAA institutions in shaping the next era of collegiate athletics. This decision reflects our continued commitment to providing a world-class experience for our student-athletes and preparing Wildcat Athletics to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.
We believe this new model offers exciting opportunities to strengthen support for our student-athletes by providing enhanced recruitment and retention capabilities, and greater flexibility in scholarship and NIL activities. Opting in allows us to prioritize donor intent in funding such initiatives for our Wildcats.
We recognize the need to be thoughtful and strategic, remaining aligned with the realities of today's athletics model while staying true to our mission and positively representing the University and serving the state of New Hampshire.
We are aware of the financial challenges facing public institutions like ours, and we approach this work with both optimism and fiscal responsibility. To that end, we welcome and are grateful for the support of donors and fans, whose philanthropy has a direct and positive impact on the lives of our Wildcat student-athletes. Additionally, we are positioned to manage the financial implications of the settlement within our budget to minimize any negative effect to the larger University community.
We are excited for the future and look forward to partnering with our student-athletes, coaches, staff, supporters, and the greater UNH community as we enter this next chapter.
Go 'Cats!
Allison
Key Benefits
The settlement provides NCAA Division I institutions with antitrust protection for 10 years while creating more transparency in the NIL landscape. As a result, UNH will be able to maintain its competitive success while representing and inspiring pride in the University and the state of New Hampshire. As an additional benefit, student-athletes will also be able to continue taking advantage of external NIL opportunities.
About UNH Athletics
UNH Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-athlete experience and fostering NCAA Division I teams that are a source of pride for the University community, the State of New Hampshire, and UNH alumni across the globe. UNH Athletics creates and sustains a culture of Competitive Excellence, Leadership and Service, Engagement, Academic Success, and Respect, Integrity, and Inclusion. UNH Athletics is dedicated to supporting an environment in which student-athletes can thrive competing for conference and national championships and pursuing their academic, athletic, and personal goals, becoming Wildcats for Life.
Resources
A Letter from NCAA President Charlie Baker
Q&A: Implementation of the House Settlement
House v. NCAA Settlement Explained
A new era of college sports is here
DI Board of Directors formally adopts changes to roster limits
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