All articles tagged with #eligibility
Originally Published 3 days ago — by The New York Times
Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov, top U.S. pair skaters, performed well at the national championships but face eligibility issues due to Efimova's citizenship status, which could prevent them from competing in the Olympics unless resolved quickly.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by NBA Rumors - HoopsRumors.com
The NCAA announced that players who have signed NBA contracts, including those with international or G League experience, will not be granted college eligibility, emphasizing that recent legal decisions and NBA contract signings impact eligibility rules. Despite some players like James Nnaji, who did not sign an NBA contract, gaining eligibility, others with NBA experience such as Jazian Gortman and Trentyn Flowers are ineligible, though legal challenges could arise.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by NBC Sports
The NCAA is gradually allowing drafted players who haven't signed professional contracts to retain college eligibility, sparking debate about the rules' stability and fairness, especially as legal challenges expose their vulnerabilities. This shift could also impact college football, where drafted players might choose to return to college for financial or strategic reasons, reflecting a changing landscape in college sports governance.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by NBC Sports
The Jets initially disqualified Ashley Castanio-Gervasi from a $100,000 field-goal contest due to a technicality related to her coaching background, but after public criticism, they reversed their decision and allowed her to participate, emphasizing their commitment to fan engagement.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by AL.com
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss is applying for a sixth season of eligibility after his fifth season, citing medical issues from 2022 related to chronic tonsillitis. The NCAA waiver process involves medical documentation, and if approved, Chambliss could return to Ole Miss or explore other options like transferring. The decision comes just before the college football playoff and the transfer portal opening, adding to the uncertainty.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by Sports Illustrated
Former NBA second-round pick James Nnaji is transferring to Baylor to play college basketball, taking advantage of recent NCAA eligibility rules for former G League players. Nnaji, a 7-foot center from Nigeria with professional experience in Europe, will be eligible to play immediately and has four years of eligibility, joining a strong Baylor team in the midst of the Big 12 race.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The New York Times
Michael and Susan Dell announced a $6.25 billion donation to benefit about 25 million children through new Trump accounts created by the recent tax bill, with details still being finalized on eligibility and how families can participate.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
Taylor Swift was not nominated for the 2026 Grammys because her album 'The Life of a Showgirl' was released outside the eligibility period, but she remains a highly awarded artist with 14 Grammys and a record four Album of the Year wins. The 2026 Grammys will be held on February 1 in Los Angeles.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by On3
North Carolina's Luka Bogavac has been officially cleared to play for the Tar Heels after a lengthy process involving NCAA certification and international transcript verification, allowing him to join the team at the start of the season.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by On3
Luka Bogavac, a new UNC basketball recruit, is currently ineligible to play in the exhibition game against BYU due to unresolved NCAA eligibility checks, despite having received clearance to play for the upcoming season. The university is working through internal procedures to finalize his status.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NBC News
The article discusses how people are finding ways to get Covid vaccines despite new eligibility restrictions, with adults often stretching criteria and vaccines for children being harder to access due to supply and age restrictions, though many health experts and organizations continue to support vaccination for all eligible children and adults.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NBC News
A CDC advisory panel recommended restricting Covid vaccine eligibility to those 65 and older or with underlying health conditions, aligning with FDA approvals, which may limit access for healthy adults and complicate vaccination efforts across states and pharmacies.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Cleveland.com
The FDA has restricted COVID-19 vaccine eligibility in Ohio to adults 65+ and those with certain health conditions, leading to new requirements at pharmacies and potential confusion about who can get vaccinated this fall.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NPR
The FDA has limited this year's COVID booster shot eligibility to those 65 and older and high-risk groups, making it more challenging for others to get vaccinated without meeting specific criteria or self-attesting. The CDC is expected to release new recommendations soon, which may influence vaccine availability and access. People should check local pharmacies and healthcare providers for availability and be aware of potential costs and insurance coverage issues.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Washington Post
Getting an updated coronavirus vaccine is challenging this year due to limited access, with the FDA approving shots mainly for those 65 and older or with underlying health conditions, narrowing eligibility.