The New Mexico Activities Association announced the approval of its new transfer rule. This rule allows high school athletes to transfer to a different school without losing their varsity eligibility. It was previously approved by the NMAA Commission and Board of Directors. But Monday was the final step, with all member schools finalizing the change in a 67-60 majority vote.NMAA Executive Director Dusty Young said, “This change reflects the membership’s desire to provide students and families with greater flexibility while maintaining the safeguards that protect the integrity of interscholastic activities.”However, some coaches still hold concerns about the effects on education and possible recruiting. The NMAA has responded to this, stating any school that is caught recruiting will be subject to a $5,000 fine.The rule is set to go into effect for the 2026-27 season.
The New Mexico Activities Association announced the approval of its new transfer rule.
This rule allows high school athletes to transfer to a different school without losing their varsity eligibility. It was previously approved by the NMAA Commission and Board of Directors.
But Monday was the final step, with all member schools finalizing the change in a 67-60 majority vote.
NMAA Executive Director Dusty Young said, “This change reflects the membership’s desire to provide students and families with greater flexibility while maintaining the safeguards that protect the integrity of interscholastic activities.”
However, some coaches still hold concerns about the effects on education and possible recruiting. The NMAA has responded to this, stating any school that is caught recruiting will be subject to a $5,000 fine.
The rule is set to go into effect for the 2026-27 season.
