Court Grants Athlete’s Appeal in Case Involving Transfer Penalty and the Ohio High School Athletic Association

By Holt Hackney Many state high school athletic associations impose penalties on athletes who transfer schools during their high school careers – sometimes costing them an entire year of participation. While intended to prevent improper recruiting (e.g., poaching) and maintain competitive balance, these rules also impose a heavy burden on young athletes and their families who might be seeking better academic environments or greater safety for students who have endured coaching abuse, bullyi