2026-27 Student Athlete Participation Paperwork
Dear Student-Athletes,
Welcome to Fitchburg State Athletics! We are incredibly excited to have you join us for the upcoming season.
The medical paperwork and clearance process for the 2026-27 academic year is now officially open for all student-athletes across all rosters.
Please review the mandatory requirements and strict deadlines below to ensure you are cleared to play.
| Season/Sport | Deadline |
| Football & Men’s Basketball | Friday, July 24 @ 5:00 PM |
| Soccer, Field Hockey, Cross Country, & Volleyball | Friday, July 31 @ 5:00 PM |
| All Winter & Spring Teams | Friday, August 21 @ 5:00 PM |
RETURNING Student Athlete - MANDATORY PAPERWORK
- Student Athlete Registration Form
- Medical Requirements
- NCAA Sexual Violence Prevention Attestation Form
- NCAA Compliance Forms (will be emailed to you after July 1)
FIRST-YEAR/TRANSFER Student Athlete - MANDATORY PAPERWORK
- NCAA Free Profile Account (Option 3)
- Student Athlete Registration Form
- Medical Requirements
- NCAA Sexual Violence Prevention Attestation Form
- NCAA Compliance Forms (will be emailed to you after July 1)
Expectations Prior to Arrival at Camp:
Fall Athletes: If you miss your deadline, you will NOT be allowed to attend training camp.
Winter/Spring Athletes: If you miss your deadline, you will NOT be allowed to begin strength and conditioning or participate in non-traditional seasons upon returning to campus.
Sportsware, Sickle Cell Testing, Concussion Testing, or medical paperwork;
Rebecca Shersnow - Athletic Trainer, 978-665-3788, rshersnow@fitchburgstate.edu
Eligibility, NCAA forms, registration form, or general questions:
Matt Burke - Athletic Director, 978-665-3313, mburke43@fitchburgstate.edu
Bettiann Peura - Assosiate Athletic Director, 978-665-3343, bpeura@fitchburgstate.edu
Athletic Department main number (978) 665-3314, fax number 978-665-3803
