An NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss potential changes to eligibility rules that would include an age limit, according to two people with knowledge of the situation.The proposal, which mirrors language written in the executive order issued by President Donald Trump last week, would give athletes five years of eligibility with the clock starting when an athlete turns 19 or graduates from high school, whichever is earliest. There would be limited exceptions but they would not include injuries, which has been a common reason for players to ask for and receive extra eligibility.The details will be reviewed and discussed by the Division I Cabinet next week, but not voted on for implementation, according to the two people who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the NCAA hasnt publicly discussed the proposal. Yahoo Sports was first to report the details. Trump called for clear, consistent and fair eligibility limits, including a five-year participation window that limits athletes to one transfer with one more available once they get a four-year degree. Speaking at the Final Four over the weekend, NCAA President Charlie Baker said Trump wanted to figure out a way to get something on the books that works and represents what most people are looking for at this point, which is a much simpler eligibility process, which weve been talking to our committees about.Still unknown is whether the rule would shield the NCAA from lawsuits over eligibility. Dozens of players have sued for extra years, claiming injuries and other circumstances made them candidates for extra eligibility. Heisman Trophy runner-up and Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia remains the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit challenging an NCAA rule counting seasons spent at junior colleges against players' Division I eligibility time. That case is slated for trial in February.Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, who led his team to the College Football Playoff last season, went to court after the NCAA denied a waiver request to play in the 2026 season after he was healthy enough to play in just three of his five seasons. A three-judge panel of the Mississippi Supreme Court recently denied an NCAA appeal.While Ole Miss could have the dynamic Chambliss back this fall, at fellow SEC school Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilars bid for an injunction that would have enabled him to keep playing for the Volunteers this fall was denied by a Knox County judge.The NCAA is seeking a limited antitrust exemption from Congress, saying it needs the help to clear up the confusing landscape with different rulings. Some of the players contend the NCAA has no right to limit their ability to earn money by limiting their time as student-athletes.Attorney Mit Winter, who specializes in sports law, called the five-year proposal tied to an age limit a very sensible rule" in offering a more black and white evaluation to player eligibility, particularly for schools navigating a complicated waiver process determined on a case-by-case basis.Yet the same hurdles would remain when it comes to holding up against lawsuits, such as players still not being considered employees or having collective bargaining to establish agreed-upon standards.To the legal aspect, yes, I would imagine there would still be legal challenges to it, Winter said of the proposal. "It might be a little easier to defend than the current rules we have. But when you just look at it from a broad point of view, it's still essentially limiting how long someone can work as a college athlete and be paid as a college athlete. Now that athletes are being paid in many cases millions of dollars per year, you could see why someone would want to challenge a rule that says you can only be paid as a college athlete for five years.___AP college sports: https://apnews.com/hub/college-sports

An NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss potential changes to eligibility rules that would include an age limit, according to two people with knowledge of the situation.The proposal, which mirrors language written in the executive order issued by President Donald Trump last week, would give athletes five years of eligibility with the clock starting when an athlete turns 19 or graduates from high school, whichever is earliest. There would be limited exceptions but they would not include injuries, which has been a common reason for players to ask for and receive extra eligibility.The details will be reviewed and discussed by the Division I Cabinet next week, but not voted on for implementation, according to the two people who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the NCAA hasnt publicly discussed the proposal. Yahoo Sports was first to report the details. Trump called for clear, consistent and fair eligibility limits, including a five-year participation window that limits athletes to one transfer with one more available once they get a four-year degree. Speaking at the Final Four over the weekend, NCAA President Charlie Baker said Trump wanted to figure out a way to get something on the books that works and represents what most people are looking for at this point, which is a much simpler eligibility process, which weve been talking to our committees about.Still unknown is whether the rule would shield the NCAA from lawsuits over eligibility. Dozens of players have sued for extra years, claiming injuries and other circumstances made them candidates for extra eligibility. Heisman Trophy runner-up and Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia remains the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit challenging an NCAA rule counting seasons spent at junior colleges against players' Division I eligibility time. That case is slated for trial in February.Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, who led his team to the College Football Playoff last season, went to court after the NCAA denied a waiver request to play in the 2026 season after he was healthy enough to play in just three of his five seasons. A three-judge panel of the Mississippi Supreme Court recently denied an NCAA appeal.While Ole Miss could have the dynamic Chambliss back this fall, at fellow SEC school Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilars bid for an injunction that would have enabled him to keep playing for the Volunteers this fall was denied by a Knox County judge.The NCAA is seeking a limited antitrust exemption from Congress, saying it needs the help to clear up the confusing landscape with different rulings. Some of the players contend the NCAA has no right to limit their ability to earn money by limiting their time as student-athletes.Attorney Mit Winter, who specializes in sports law, called the five-year proposal tied to an age limit a very sensible rule" in offering a more black and white evaluation to player eligibility, particularly for schools navigating a complicated waiver process determined on a case-by-case basis.Yet the same hurdles would remain when it comes to holding up against lawsuits, such as players still not being considered employees or having collective bargaining to establish agreed-upon standards.To the legal aspect, yes, I would imagine there would still be legal challenges to it, Winter said of the proposal. "It might be a little easier to defend than the current rules we have. But when you just look at it from a broad point of view, it's still essentially limiting how long someone can work as a college athlete and be paid as a college athlete. Now that athletes are being paid in many cases millions of dollars per year, you could see why someone would want to challenge a rule that says you can only be paid as a college athlete for five years.___AP college sports: https://apnews.com/hub/college-sports

Cristiano Ronaldo has been dragged into Saudi league cheating claims as Ivan Toney launched a furious attack on officiating following Al-Ahli's frustrating 1-1 draw against Al-Fayha on Wednesday evening.The former Brentford striker, who netted his 27th league goal of the campaign, was incensed after his side saw three penalty appeals dismissed by both the on-field referee and VAR.Toney fumed in his post-match interview: "The big talking point was the two penalties. It's clear as day. I don't know what more you want him to do? Pick the ball up with two hands, are you going to give a penalty then or not?"The England international made the extraordinary claim that match officials advised Al-Ahli players to concentrate on other competitions during the game.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayToney alleged: "When we tried to talk to the referee, he told us to 'focus on the AFC [Champions League],' How can the referee say this?"Toney subsequently intensified his criticism through social media, sharing footage of the three contentious incidents on Instagram.He wrote: "It's actually crazy how you can miss things like this in crucial moments or choose to turn a blind eye. And without saying too much that may get me in trouble, it's clear what's being influenced here!!!"The striker made a thinly veiled reference to Ronaldo's league-leading Al-Nassr when questioned about who might benefit from such decisions."We know who. Who are we chasing?" Toney responded with a smirk.He further alleged that the referee had acknowledged one of the penalty claims was legitimate during stoppage time, adding sarcastically: "Like that's going to help."The 29-year-old concluded his social media tirade by suggesting he could recruit someone from his local area with no football knowledge who would officiate more competently.Toney's teammate Galeno echoed the allegations in even more direct terms, accusing league authorities of attempting to manipulate the title race.LATEST SPORT NEWS:Lewis Hamilton bombshell with F1 icon 'likely' to retire at end of the seasonGolf star kicked out of Masters after breaking strict ruleGolf legend slams PGA Tour for broken promise to ban LIV defectors for lifeThe Brazilian winger posted on social media: "Hand over the trophy, that's what they want, they want to knock us out of the championship by any means necessary, they want to hand the trophy to one person, a total lack of respect for our club."Former Premier League winner Riyad Mahrez, who completed the full match alongside Toney, also signalled his support by sharing Al-Ahli's official statement.The club itself issued a strongly worded response expressing "deep dissatisfaction" with the officiating errors and their impact on the title race.Al-Ahli formally requested access to all recordings and communications between match officials and VAR, demanding clear explanations for each disputed decision.The result leaves Al-Ahli sitting third in the standings, four points adrift of Al-Nassr with the leaders also holding a match in hand.Should Ronaldo's side secure the championship, it would represent his first league triumph since arriving in Saudi Arabia over three years ago.Al-Hilal currently occupy second position, two points behind Al-Nassr, with just seven fixtures remaining in the campaign.Toney's outburst may carry significant consequences, however, with legal experts warning he could face severe punishment, as Article 5/50 of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation's rules states that Toney could receive a suspension of up to 12 months and a fine of up to 60,000.Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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