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Former NFL Players Sue NCAA and SEC Over Fifth‑Year Eligibility Rules

Former NFL players Zxavian Harris, Dae’Quan Wright and Blake Cotton have filed a lawsuit against the NCAA and SEC, challenging rules that block a fifth year of college football eligibility. The case spotlights the SEC’s authority, the NCAA’s timing, and the involvement of state officials.

Sep 6, 2026

Court of Appeals Reverses Eligibility for Indiana Basketball Players

A Tennessee Court of Appeals has vacated a temporary injunction that had allowed 19 college basketball players, among them Indiana forward Sam Alexis, to remain eligible for the 2026‑27 season. The ruling forces the athletes to await further appellate review while the NCAA seeks to enforce its five‑year eligibility limit.

Aug 27, 2026

Matt Young Takes the Helm as NCAA Football Rules Editor

Matt Young, a 37‑year veteran of football officiating, will assume the position of NCAA secretary‑rules editor for football on September 1, succeeding Steve Shaw. His career spans extensive rule enforcement, community service and leadership across multiple football leagues.

Aug 14, 2026

Grant Landy Announces Retirement After 30‑Year Coaching Legacy

After three decades at the helm of Cal Poly Humboldt’s women’s soccer team, Grant Landy is set to retire, citing family proximity as his primary motivation. His tenure produced historic championship runs and a lasting impact on the program.

Aug 13, 2026

MEAC Expands Women’s Flag Football Ahead of 2026 Season

The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference announced two new associate members for women’s flag football, a move that brings the league to six teams for the 2026‑27 season and sets the stage for championship status and an Olympic debut.

Aug 13, 2026

Girls’ Flag Football Surges in Indiana

Indiana’s high schools have embraced flag football, swelling from eight teams in 2023 to 108 by 2025, driven by community support, NFL‑backed events and a push for IHSAA recognition by 2027.

Aug 8, 2026