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Houston Christian pitcher sues NCAA for fifth season after eligibility rule leaves him out

The NCAA's new eligibility rules opened a fifth season to many athletes but excluded others. HCU pitcher Remy Marsh is fighting back in court.

Houston Christian pitcher sues NCAA for fifth season after eligibility rule leaves him out

Texas Christian pitcher Remy Marsh has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA for not granting him a fifth season of college baseball. The NCAA's new eligibility rule, which took effect in June, excluded Marsh and other athletes who had already completed four seasons by spring 2026. Marsh argues that the change unfairly discriminates against 2022 high school graduates who did not take a redshirt year, denying them the opportunity to complete their education and continue playing Division I baseball.

The NCAA maintains that the decision to exclude Marsh and his peers is in the best interest of all college athletes and will not cause chaos in college sports.

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