Judge: Newly Eligible 5th Years Still Subject to Some NCAA Rules
Age, transfer, and professional limits still apply.
Colorado district court judge Charlotte Sweeney has issued an order clarifying that newly eligible fifth-year college athletes are still subject to certain NCAA rules. The ruling allows athletes who enrolled in college in 2022 to use a fifth year of eligibility, even if they have already completed four years. However, players over the age of 24, those who have signed a professional contract, and those who do not meet the age-based eligibility rule are not eligible for a fifth year.
The NCAA can still enforce its transfer rules, roster limits, and revenue-sharing cap as set by the House v. NCAA settlement. The NCAA has filed an appeal to overturn the ruling.
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