INDIANAPOLIS --- The NCAA Executive Committee today retained the College of William and Mary and McMurry University on the list of colleges and universities subject to restrictions on the use of Native American mascots, names and imagery at NCAA championships.

In denying the College of William and Mary and McMurry University appeals, the Executive Committee concluded that Native American references used by each institution could lead to hostile or abusive environments inconsistent with the NCAA constitution and inconsistent with the NCAA commitment to diversity, respect and sportsmanship.

Today’s decision means the College of William and Mary and McMurry University will only be invited to participate in NCAA championships if they elect to do so without Native American references on their uniforms and associated athletic program activities. It also means these institutions will not be allowed to host NCAA championship events.