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Judge Denies Bediako's Bid to Return to Alabama Basketball Pending Appeal
sports5 days ago

Judge Denies Bediako's Bid to Return to Alabama Basketball Pending Appeal

A judge denied Charles Bediako's request for an injunction pending appeal of his eligibility ruling, effectively preventing a return to Alabama this season. Bediako last played Feb. 7 vs. Auburn and sought relief to rejoin the Crimson Tide, while coach Nate Oats defended his decision. Alabama sits at 20-7 overall and 10-4 in the SEC and will face Mississippi State without him as his eligibility case remains unresolved.

Judge denies injunction, ending Charles Bediako's Alabama eligibility
sports19 days ago

Judge denies injunction, ending Charles Bediako's Alabama eligibility

An Alabama circuit judge denied Charles Bediako's motion for a preliminary injunction, ending the 7-foot center’s collegiate eligibility and his season with the Crimson Tide after he joined Alabama mid-season under a temporary restraining order amid questions about his eligibility. The 23-year-old had averaged 10 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in five games; NCAA President Charlie Baker said the court upheld the rules, and Alabama coach Nate Oats noted Bediako would stay on scholarship while pursuing a degree.

Golden's Bold Prediction Pays Off as Florida Dismantles Alabama
sports27 days ago

Golden's Bold Prediction Pays Off as Florida Dismantles Alabama

Florida coach Todd Golden’s pregame boast that the Gators would beat Alabama with or without Charles Bediako paid off, as Florida rolled to a 100-77 win. Bediako fouled out late while Florida’s big men Rueben Chinyelu and Alex Condon dominated in the post, and the crowd taunted Alabama. Oats had accused Florida of bending the rules, but Golden’s team is peaking at the right time ahead of March Madness.

Judge Allows Charles Bediako to Return to Alabama Basketball Amid Eligibility Dispute
sports1 month ago

Judge Allows Charles Bediako to Return to Alabama Basketball Amid Eligibility Dispute

A Tuscaloosa County judge issued a 10-day temporary restraining order allowing former Alabama center Charles Bediako to return to the Crimson Tide basketball program and practice with the team after he sued the NCAA over eligibility rules following his decision to enter the 2023 NBA Draft; a preliminary injunction hearing is set for Jan. 27, marking a notable challenge to current college-athlete eligibility rules amid professional opportunities.

Simpson Opts for NFL Ahead of NIL Payouts, Upholding Alabama Loyalty
sports1 month ago

Simpson Opts for NFL Ahead of NIL Payouts, Upholding Alabama Loyalty

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson faced multi-million NIL offers—peaking around $6.5 million from Miami, Tennessee, and Ole Miss—before choosing to enter the NFL draft, guided by Nick Saban’s advice to consider what he’d want to do without money. NFL teams reportedly viewed him as a possible first-round pick, but Simpson emphasized loyalty to Alabama and his family as he shifts from college to professional football.