Scenario:

A head coach at Pioneer University is dismissed midseason following player complaints and a failed compliance audit. The coach claims wrongful termination and public defamation.

You, as Assistant Athletic Director, must analyze the case and recommend an appropriate course of action.

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Written Policy Memo (500–700 words)

  • Write a professional memo addressed to the Athletic Director.
  • Include the following sections:
  • Summary of Situation
  • Legal Analysis (key issues, statutes, or precedents that apply)
  • Administrative Recommendation
  • Preventive Action Step
  • Use professional formatting (headers, concise paragraphs, bullet lists as needed).
  • Upload your document as a Word or PDF file.

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Challenge: You must maintain clarity and conciseness β€” avoid generic summaries or restating textbook content.

Rubric (100 Points Total)

Criteria

Description

Points

Case Analysis (30 pts)

Accurately identifies facts, legal issues, and relevant
principles from Chapters 3–4.

0–30

Legal Reasoning (25 pts)

Applies legal reasoning to propose defensible
administrative actions.

0–25

Policy Insight (20 pts)

Suggests a preventive measure or policy rooted in legal
understanding.

0–20

Communication Quality (15 pts)

Professional tone, clarity, and logical flow (spoken or
written).

0–15

Format & Submission (10 pts)

Meets video length or word count; correct submission
format.

0–10

Total

100 pts