SEC commissioner Greg Sankey sent a memo to conference members reminding them to proceed carefully when adding players who have been newly allowed by court rulings to seek a fifth year of eligibility.
The message emphasized the need for schools to follow eligibility rules as they evaluate athletes whose status has changed because of recent legal decisions. With roster decisions carrying competitive and compliance implications, Sankey’s memo served as a reminder that programs must handle those additions within established guidelines.
The issue centers on players who, due to court rulings, may now be able to pursue an additional season of competition. SEC schools considering such additions have been advised to move deliberately and ensure that any eligibility determinations are properly managed.
The memo reflects the conference’s effort to maintain compliance as member programs respond to shifting eligibility circumstances created by the courts.