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Ohio judge grants preliminary injunction for men’s, women’s hoops players suing NCAA for eligibility
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
An Ohio judge has granted a preliminary injunction for 24 men’s and women’s college basketball players suing the NCAA for eligibility, claiming the new age-based model unfairly shuts them out of further competition.Judge Christopher Wagner said Thursday the NCAA eligibility rules have been applie...
Key takeaway Judge Christopher Wagner said Thursday the NCAA eligibility rules have been applied to 2022 high school graduates in an arbitrary and capricious manner, adding the plaintiffs would suffer “irreparable injury” without an injunction.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The recent Ohio court ruling on NCAA eligibility has implications for local college athletes in the San Antonio area, particularly those at the University of the Incarnate Word and Trinity University. As the NCAA navigates changes to its eligibility rules, Alamo Heights residents with children participating in college sports may be affected by the new age-based model. The ruling, which allows 24 men's and women's basketball players to enter the transfer portal, may set a precedent for similar cases in the future. Local athletes and their families will be watching closely as the NCAA responds to the court's decision and potentially reconsiders its position on eligibility. The impact of this ruling could be felt in the San Antonio area, where college sports are a significant part of the community, and local athletes may be seeking guidance on how the new rules will affect their own eligibility and competitive opportunities.
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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