Academic Eligibility
Academic Eligibility
Statement from McKinney Ice Hockey
Academic excellence is the foundation of success, both in life and in hockey. The McKinney Ice Hockey Club (MIHC) is committed to helping student-athletes prioritize their education, develop responsible habits, and uphold the standards of their schools, the UIL, TAHA and the AT&T High School Hockey League. Playing hockey is a privilege; strong academics come first.
General Eligibility Requires
Note: New League Rules are expected 8/15/2025 including updated eligibility requirements
Eligibility Requirements:
No Pass/No Play:
- Student-athletes must meet UIL academic eligibility rules at their respective schools to participate in any league games or practices (at the discretion of the league rules).
- Hockey is a privilege contingent upon maintaining “student in good standing” status with all passing grades.
Grade Checks:
- MIHC teams must obtain and follow each player’s school UIL eligibility calendar for grade reporting.
- Academic eligibility is checked after the first six weeks and at the end of every grading period (six, nine, or twelve weeks as determined by the school).
MISD UIL Academic Eligbility Calendar
Documented Verification:
- Every grading period, the team manager must collect:
- A copy of the report card (or signed eligibility status report from a school official).
- Academic Ineligibility Report listing any player not in good standing, signed by coach and manager.
- Any student without verifiable documentation will be listed as ineligible and cannot play or practice (at the discretion of the league rules) until eligibility is confirmed.
Ineligible Players:
Any grade below 70 (unless in an exempt/AP/honors course) renders a student ineligible to play league games.
- An “incomplete” grade or grade under protest is treated as failing and renders a student ineligible until resolved.
- Ineligible students may practice (at the discretion of the league rules), but may not compete in games until passing grades/progress reports document restored eligibility.
Private School / Home School / District Changes:
- A student academically ineligible in public school cannot regain eligibility simply by transferring or changing school type or districts. Eligibility must be restored according to UIL rules before any transfer.
Holiday and Breaks:
- All students are eligible to play during school holidays or breaks of one calendar week or more (e.g., December holiday, summer recess, spring break).
Exempt Classes:
- Courses officially exempt from No Pass/No Play rules (AP, Honors, or school-identified classes) do not affect eligibility. MIHC must obtain updated exempt course lists each year.
Reporting Deadlines:
- Four (4) days are granted after the grading period for receipt of report cards; dates on the eligibility calendar reflect this extension.
Bottom Line:
- If a student is eligible to play any other UIL-sanctioned sport at their school, they are eligible for MIHC hockey participation.
Failure to comply with these academic eligibility requirements may result in suspension from team activities or league sanctions against MIHC & The Player. Every player, parent, coach, and manager is responsible for maintaining and verifying eligibility.
We promote the values of integrity, discipline, and personal development on the ice and in the classroom.