During this period, he was an advocate for amateurism versus commercialism. The distinction between amateurism and professionalism was hotly contested from Feb.-Dec. It was an odd blend of amateurism and professionalism. Nevertheless, the IOC held to the traditional rules regarding amateurism. In 1912, strict rules regarding amateurism were in effect for athletes participating in the Olympics. Nevertheless, the IOC held to the traditional rules regarding amateurism until the '90s. Nevertheless, the IOC held to the traditional rules regarding amateurism until 1988. There was an air of amateurism and individuality to the pilots of Bomber Command. The NABBP was initially established upon principles of amateurism. Every year, 180,000 prospective student-athletes register to have their academic credentials and amateurism status certified. The NABBP of America was initially established upon principles of amateurism. The episode titled "End Of Amateurism" was about recent lawsuit claims against the NCAA. Beginning in the 1970s, amateurism requirements were gradually phased out of the Olympic Charter. A notable Japanese proponent of amateurism was Shiggy Konno. Questionable managing choices and some amateurism, including the same lack of agreement on prizes.