NCAA Division II will move to an age-based eligibility model, marking a significant change in how eligibility is determined for athletes at that level.
The model has already been adopted in Division I, where it has prompted athlete lawsuits across the country. Division II’s decision extends the eligibility framework to another major tier of NCAA competition.
The change represents a notable policy shift for Division II programs and athletes, though the broader legal challenges surrounding the model remain tied to its use since being implemented in Division I.