NAIA Institution Champions of Character Scorecard

The Champions of Character Scorecard measures each NAIA Institution's commitment to Champions of Character in five key areas. Institutions can earn points in each key area up to a maximum of 100 total points. 

 

All institutions scoring 60 or more total points will be named Five Star Champions of Character Institutions. 

 

Only NAIA Institution Athletic Directors and Campus Character Liasons can complete the scorecard.  To access the scorecard log into 

 

Click here to read the press release. 

 

S C O R E C A R D

47%

 

Character

Training 
 

NAIA Institutions earn up to 47 points for Champions of Character training and development on campus and through community outreach activities.

20%

Conduct in Competition

NAIA Institutions earn up to 20 points for demonstrating Champions of Character values on the field of competition as measured by the number of ejections.

8%

Academic Focus

NAIA Institutions earn up to 8 points for overall student-athlete GPA.

19%

Character Recognition

NAIA Insitutions earn up to 19 points by nominating deserving individuals, coaches and teams for national awards and having Presidential participation in Champions of Character functions.

6%

Character 

Promotion

NAIA Institutions earn up to 6 points for displaying the Champions of Character logo on the institution's athletic home page and Champions of Character banners.

100%

Score
60% & above

All institutions scoring 60 or more total points will be named Five Star Champions of Character Institutions.

  

Champions of Character Scorecard FAQ's

Q. How can I access the Champions of Character Scorecard?

A.   NAIA Athletic Directors, their designee or the Campus Character Liaison can access the scorecard on NAIAhelp. Enter your address and password, then click on COC Scorecard. Please note: Athletic Directors should ensure their designee or the Campus Character Liaison has access to NAIAhelp in order for them to update the scorecard.  The scorecard can also be accessed by visiting www.Champions of Character.org, clicking on the Champions of Character scorecard button and then link to the scorecard on NAIAhelp. 

Q.  Is the scorecard for the 2009-10 school year?

A. Yes, the scorecard starts with the 2009-10 school year. However, only ejections received after September 27, 2009 will count against your score.

Q. Do I need to complete both the Champions of Character Scorecard and the Champions of Character Annual Report?

A. No. The Champions of Character Scorecard replaces the Champions of Character Annual Report.

Q. Who keeps score and completes the Champions of Character Scorecard?
A. The scorecard can be completed by an NAIA Athletic Director, their designee or the Champions of Character Liaison.    
Q.  How often should the scorecard be updated? 
A. The scorecard can be updated with information throughout the year. 
Q. Is there a deadline for scorecard submission?
A. Yes.  The Champions of Character Scorecard should be completed by August 15th.
Q.  How can my institution or conference be recognized as a Champions of Character Five Star Institution or Conference?

A. Institutions that score at least 60 out of 100 possible points will be recognized as Champions of Character Five Star Institutions.   Conferences with at least 60% of their members earning Five Star recognition will be designated will be recognized as Champions of Character Five Star Conferences.
Q. Will my NAIA Institution President know the results of our Institution's scorecard?

 A. Yes. NAIA President's will receive a letter with a copy of the scorecard results for their Institution after August 15th.

Q. How can I get the Champions of Character logo or order a Champions of Character banner?

Click here for Champions of Character banner order information or to download the Champions of Character logo.

Q. Who do I contact for questions about NAIAhelp?

A. Questions regarding NAIAhelp should be directed to Tony Bybee at tbybee@naia.org or 816-595-8102.
Q. Who do I contact for questions about the Champions of Character Scorecard?

A. Questions about the Champions of Character Scorecard should be directed to Rob Haworth, Vice President of Champions of Character at rhaworth@naia.org or 816-595-8113.