June 15: Beginning June 15, after the athlete's sophomore year, D2 coaches can engage prospects via electronic messages, recruiting materials, phone calls, and in-person, off-campus recruiting interactions. The only time that coaches cannot communicate with prospects is during the early signing period in December. Coaches are able to receive electronic communications from prospects at any time throughout the year, including during school days and weekends. If a prospect wants to avoid receiving communication from coaches, they can opt out by contacting D2 headquarters. Prospects have up to 24 hours to notify D2 headquarters if they do not want to be included in the future database. In addition to being able to communicate with prospects, D2 coaches will also be able to attend summer events for prospects. These events include camps, open houses, and other opportunities for prospects to meet with coaches. Coaches are required to wear a face mask when at an event where fans are present. Fans should expect to see coaches wearing masks too. The NCAA announced in April that it was extending its ban on on-campus recruiting visits by athletes' families until August 31. Previously, the family visits ended after the end of the spring semester, which for most schools was May 20.