Board leaves coaching‑for‑credit question open after debate on oversight and limits

Jul 30, 2026

Governors discussed whether coaching at the high‑school/college level should qualify for MCLE credit; the board concluded that coaching raises oversight and rigor concerns and will consider it further rather than approving it now.

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Several governors and petitioners asked whether lawyers who coach teams — preparing students for competitions — should also qualify for MCLE credit. Participants including 'Hunter' raised concerns that the draft wording (judging, evaluating, scoring) might exclude volunteer coaches who contribute substantial time preparing teams.

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