NCAA Eligibility
Judge denies Bediako's injunction against NCAA eligibility rules
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A Tuscaloosa judge ruled against Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako on February 9, denying his request for a preliminary injunction and ending his brief return to college play. Bediako, who had played five games for the Crimson Tide under a temporary restraining order, is now ineligible under NCAA bylaws. The decision reinforces restrictions on former professionals rejoining college sports.
Northern Arizona University's men's track and field program is opening tryouts to eligible NAU students as the Lumberjacks prepare for the 2026 spring season. The event targets full-time students meeting NCAA requirements. Tryouts aim to bolster the team with new talent from campus.
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Following the NCAA's clearance of 2023 NBA draftee James Nnaji to join Baylor midseason—as detailed in prior coverage—the decision has sparked intense debate. NCAA President Charlie Baker clarified limits on eligibility, while coaches like Tom Izzo and John Calipari criticize loopholes, and executives eye similar moves for other prospects.