Athletes left in dark as NCAA settlement leaves murky future for non-revenue sports
- The NCAA's $2.8 billion House settlement, pending federal judge approval, aims to share revenue from athletes' name, image, and likeness rights.
- The settlement follows ongoing legal processes, with Judge Claudia Wilken requesting a protective plan for current and recent athletes nationwide.
- Replacing scholarship caps with roster limits risks cutting walk-ons, partial scholarship earners, non-revenue athletes, and high school recruits amid widespread uncertainty.
- Sophomore runner Jake Rimmel said he was cut from Virginia Tech's team and described limited opportunities, while Belmont athlete Sabrina Ootsburg relies on personal research to stay informed.
- Thousands of athletes face an uncertain future this fall, with many trying to finish spring semesters as college sports prepare for significant changes ahead.
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'Hands tied': Athletes left in dark as NCAA settlement leaves murky future for non-revenue sports
The $2.8 billion NCAA settlement awaiting final approval from a federal judge is touted as a solution for thousands of athletes to finally get the money they deserve and provide some clarity to recruiting. For some, it’s too late.
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DENTON, Texas – With approval of the House vs. NCAA case expected soon and the evolving national landscape of college athletics, UNT Athletics is proud to announce a strategic rebranding and expansion of its philanthropic initiatives. The Mean Green Scholarship Fund (MGSF) will now be known as the Mean Green Athletic Fund (MGAF), reflecting a broader commitment to enhancing the overall student-athlete experience.
'Hands tied': Athletes left in dark as NCAA settlement leaves murky future for non-revenue sports - The Morning Sun
The $2.8 billion NCAA settlement awaiting final approval from a federal judge is touted as a solution for thousands of athletes to finally get the money they deserve and provide some clarity to recruiting. For some, it’s too late. Sophomore distance runner Jake Rimmel says he was one of five walk-ons cut from Virginia Tech’s cross country team after Thanksgiving break. Rimmel decided to take a leave of absence and train independently while consi…
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