NCAA Reforms Athlete Eligibility Rules
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- Published
- June 24, 2026
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- 1:43
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- Last updated
- Jun 24, 2026
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The NCAA just overhauled Division I athlete eligibility with a bold new rule: five seasons to play, all within five years—no more playing four seasons over five years. This simplifies roster management for coaches and gives athletes more clarity, though waivers for injuries or hardship are now harder to come by. Over 350 schools and 200,000 athletes are a…
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The NCAA just overhauled Division I athlete eligibility with a bold new rule: five seasons to play, all within five years—no more playing four seasons over five years. This simplifies roster management for coaches and gives athletes more clarity, though waivers for injuries or hardship are now harder to come by. Over 350 schools and 200,000 athletes are affected. The move comes amid growing athlete demands for extended careers, especially with NIL deals booming—and legal experts warn lawsuits ma
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