In a press release Tuesday morning, the College Football Playoff announced that it will “defray the cost of expenses for student-athletes’ parents or guardians to travel to the inaugural College Football Playoff National Championship on January 12.”

Reimbursement will cover hotel, travel and food expenses. Total reimbursement will be capped at $1,250 per parent or legal guardian.

“We know how expensive travel can be, so we’re pleased to provide assistance for parents or guardians who want to see their sons play in the first College Football Playoff National Championship,” said Bill Hancock, executive director of the College Football Playoff. “It will make the game even more special for the student-athletes to know that their family members are receiving this benefit.”

Oregon athletic director Rob Mullens released this statement regarding the College Football Playoff’s decision to provide travel assistance for families of players.

“The student-athlete experience at the University of Oregon is paramount,” Mullens said. “We applaud the College Football Playoff and the NCAA for recognizing the importance of the families of student-athletes and will continue to support legislation that benefits student-athlete welfare and opportunities for parents to be a part of these special moments with their children.”

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