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NAIA Membership Hub

The NAIA Membership hub is the central resource for member institutions and campus leaders. Here you’ll find tools, information, and services that support the governance, operation, and growth of small‑college athletics that connect members to the people, programs, and policies that move the NAIA forward.

ASSOCIATIONS, COUNCILS & RESOURCES

Our Associations, Councils, & Committees guide, govern, and strengthen the work of the NAIA on behalf of its members. Serving as a voice for conferences, institutions, and student-athletes, they provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure NAIA governance remains member-driven, mission-focused, and responsive to college athletics.
College of Idaho Football

Trezell Patterson of the College of Idaho Earns PrestoSports-NAIA Football Special Teams Player of the Week

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Trezell Patterson of The College of Idaho was the spark for the Yotes over the weekend on special teams averaging 63.5 yards per return as he adds PrestoSports-NAIA Football Special Teams Player of the Week honors to his name. The senior put on a show over the weekend with 127 return […]

Jaylan Davis of McPherson (Kan.) Grabs PrestoSports-NAIA Defensive Player of the Week Honors

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jaylan Davis of McPherson (Kan.) did it all for the Bulldogs during their win over Ottawa (Kan.) to remain undefeated as he earns PrestoSports-NAIA Football Defensive Player of the Week honors. The sophomore put down nine solo tackles, two assisted, a tackle for a loss, and a 19-yard interception return. in […]

Max Gainey of Lindsey Wilson (Ky.) Catches PrestoSports-NAIA Offensive Player of the Week Honors

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Max Gainey of Lindsey Wilson (Ky.) went for a program record 230 yards on nine receptions as he also catches this weeks PrestoSports-NAIA Football Offensive Player of the Week honors. Gainey averaged 25.6 yards per reception during the game last weekend while adding 53 all-purpose yards on a pair of kick […]

Graphic introducing four new members to the NAIA. Logos for Christian Brothers, Manchester, Salem, and Yavapai, with the NAIA logo in the corner.

Four Institutions Choose The Right Way to Play®, Expanding Education-Based Athletics in the NAIA

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics welcomed four new members for the 2027-28 academic year, as Christian Brothers University, Manchester University, Salem University and Yavapai College were approved Monday (Sept. 28) by the NAIA Council of Presidents, strengthening an association united by the belief that academics and athletics thrive together. Their […]

College of Idaho Football Player and Fans

Tie at No. 1 in the STADIONIC NAIA Football Coaches’ Poll

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The STADIONIC NAIA Football Coaches’ Top 25 Poll is here and the top eight teams and bottom ten teams are on the move once again. This week features a tie at No. 1, No. 7 through No. 15 holding steady, and a new team climbs in at No. 25 this week. College […]

Women Coaching Women – NAIA Women’s Volleyball Notebook #6

In the next three weeks, just under 450 NAIA Women’s Volleyball matches will take place. Only 24 of those matches are Top 25 vs Top 25. Teams continue their pursuit of an automatic bid with about a month till conference tournaments start taking shape. See you on the court! *Click the grey bars below to […]

More than a Coach: The Impact of Women Leading Women  

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Then, these women’s volleyball coaches were the ones chasing titles on the court; today, they’re leading the next generation of women from the sidelines and showing them what it looks like to lead.   The NAIA has led the way in many facets over the years of its existence, including becoming the […]

Tray Hettick, a Campbell Trophy semifinalist, leads the NAIA with 1,430 passing yards.

NAIA Football Notebook: Week 4

The NAIA football schedule takes a step forward with a Week 4 slate that could further shake things up Monday when NAIA football coaches name a third regular-season top 25. For the first time since 2024, we have a new No. 1, Keiser (Fla.), and the Seahawks get an unbeaten non-conference opponent in their first […]

women's flag football player running with football

NAIA Expands Partnership with Big Game

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has expanded the partnership with Big Game, naming the company the inaugural, Official Ball partner of NAIA Women’s Flag Football. With the expanded partnership, the company will officially be the NAIA’s first-ever women’s flag football partner. While Big Game has been the Official Men’s […]

The Lancers’ Lasting Impact: Ian and the Guys

The world of sport is a connector. It brings people together, creates common ground and provides a platform for opportunities and impact that extend far beyond the competition itself. Ian attended a Grace men’s soccer camp hoping to learn more about the sport, but his experience with the Lancers gave him much more than that. […]

MEMBER QUICK LINKS

Key Calendar Dates

Whether you’re looking for legislative proposal deadlines, opening round bid dates, or confirmation of awards nomination timelines, find all the key business-related dates for NAIA member schools in one convenient place.

Convention & Fall Meetings

Find out more about the yearly NAIA National Convention as well as our dates and locations for the upcoming Fall Meetings for NAIA leadership groups.

Return on Athletics® (ROA)

Do you know your institution’s financial return on its athletic programs? To find out how it's calculated or to uncover insights into your athletics department, click here to see how we can help fine-tune your ROA.

Champions of Character®

NAIA institutions proudly unite behind the Champions of Character® initiative, which helps student-athletes develop as individuals and as leaders both on the field and off. Throughout their time on campus, NAIA student-athletes learn, adopt and model the NAIA’s five core values. Click here to learn more about building Champions of Character®.

Legislative Services

NAIA Legislative Services is here to help member institutions and student-athletes confidently navigate the association’s bylaws, policies, and legislative processes. From guiding rule development to providing education and clarity, the team ensures members have the support they need to understand and follow NAIA governance.

The Right Way to Play® Headquarters

Ready to share your excitement and NAIA membership experience? The Right Way to Play® Headquarters is your one-stop-shop for advocacy assets and toolkits.

NAIA AWARDS

NAIA offers several different kinds of awards to the people that help make our organization run smoothly and efficiently. Whether you’re a student-athlete, a member institution administrator, a team, or looking to make it to our Hall of Fame, consult our official forms inventory of nomination procedures and annual deadlines to nominate the standout players or staff in your area.

If applicable, the National Office staff liaison for the award is noted. 

Path Forward Task Force

The purpose of the Path Forward Task Force is to gain an understanding of the threats and opportunities posed to the NAIA by the NCAA's recent actions and ensure that NAIA rules and policies codify and strengthen our identity as an education-based athletics association.

The Right Way to Play® Podcast is your front-row seat to the heart of college athletics the way it was meant to be. Showcasing voices and stories across the NAIA, you don't want to miss an episode!