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Ohio lawsuit alleges new NCAA rule unfairly denies high school Class of '22 athletes a 5th season
By Eric Olson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
Less than 24 hours after the NCAA Division I Cabinet approved a monumental change in eligibility rules, a group of 15 college basketball players filed a lawsuit in an Ohio state court claiming the new age-based model unfairly shuts them out of further competition.The NCAA will now allow athletes ...
Key takeaway The NCAA will now allow athletes five seasons of competition over a five-year period that begins with their full-time enrollment or the academic year following their 19th birthday, whichever occurs first.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The NCAA's new eligibility rule and the subsequent lawsuit have significant implications for local student-athletes in Terrell Hills and the broader San Antonio area. As the rule change takes effect this fall, high school athletes who graduated in 2022 and are now competing in college may find their eligibility limited, potentially affecting their ability to earn money through name, image, and likeness opportunities. The lawsuit's outcome will be closely watched by local college athletes, coaches, and families, as it may set a precedent for how eligibility rules are applied in the future. With several local universities and colleges competing at the NCAA Division I level, the impact of this rule change will be felt in the San Antonio area, where college sports are a significant part of the community. The denial of a temporary restraining order and the upcoming hearing on the preliminary injunction will be of particular interest to local athletes and sports enthusiasts.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Less than 24 hours after the NCAA Division I Cabinet approved a monumental change in eligibility rules, a group of 15 college basketball players filed a lawsuit in an Ohio state court claiming the new age-based model unfairly shuts them out of further competition.The NCAA will now allow athletes ...
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