Former Dayton Guard Joins NCAA Eligibility Lawsuit, Challenges Age-Based Fifth-Season Rule

The lawsuit questions whether the NCAA's age-eligibility restrictions prevent qualified athletes from competing in an additional season, raising questions about competitive fairness and NCAA authority over player eligibility.
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