NCAA counters US court challenge to new eligibility rules
( July 23, 2026, 22:31 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The National Collegiate Athletic Association opposed a restraining order and class certification in a US case challenging its new implementation of its “Five-Year Eligibility Rule.” “While they claim they will lose the opportunity to pursue educational opportunities if not granted athletic eligibility, that is incorrect. Their schools are required to extend their scholarships and support them in obtaining undergraduate degrees, whether or not they have time remaining on their eligibility clock. And there is no restriction on schools providing scholarships for graduate education. So ultimately, this case is about money and playing time,” it argued.See attached files. ...
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