Minor Athlete Protections
Protections and requirements for athletes under 18.
Minor athletes may be subject to additional consent, privacy, school, state, and working-condition considerations.
Protection considerations
Parent or guardian consent
Age verification
Contract review
School rules
State requirements
Content approval
Working-hour restrictions where applicable
Privacy
Compensation handling
Court approval where applicable
Talent-agency requirements where applicable
Publicity permissions
Data protection
Requirements vary by state, school, sport, and governing body. Andrew & Andrew does not provide legal advice. Families should consult a qualified attorney regarding requirements applicable to their situation. Not every rule applies to every minor athlete.