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WHEN THE CLOCK RUNS OUT: THE NCAA’S New 5-FOR-5 RULE
Just weeks before the 2026–27 collegiate athletic season began, programs were finalizing rosters under an eligibility framework that remained under review by a federal appellate court. Known as the “5-for-5” rule, the new framework was formally adopted by the Division I Cabinet on June 23, 2026, replacing the traditional enrollment-based eligibility clock with an age-based model. Despite its goal of simplifying eligibility, the new rule has left courts with the power to decide when a student-athlete’s college career ends.
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MENTAL HEALTH AS AN INJURY: RETHINKING INSTITUTIONAL LIABILITY IN COLLEGE ATHLETICS
Suicide has been reported as the second leading cause of death among young adults. For collegiate athletes specifically, suicide rates doubled between 2002 and 2022. Despite growing mental health concerns, most Division I athletic departments still lack adequate mechanisms to address the needs of student-athletes. Although the NCAA has taken steps to prioritize student-athlete well-being, gaps remain between existing initiatives and reported needs.
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