Texas Tech QB sues NCAA to play in 2026 despite gambling infractions
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby sues the NCAA to regain eligibility for his final season after entering a gambling addiction treatment program.Summary
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has filed a lawsuit in Texas seeking to be declared eligible for the 2026 season, his final year of college eligibility. The suit alleges that the NCAA failed to uphold its contractual commitments to him as a student-athlete. Sorsby entered a residential treatment program for gambling addiction in late April and was declared ineligible by Texas Tech, which supports his recovery. The lawsuit argues that the NCAA's gambling bylaws should not apply because the violations stemmed from a mental health disorder rather than an integrity violation. Sorsby claims he never bet on games he played or tried to influence outcomes. The NCAA maintains that its rules regarding betting on one's own team must be enforced to protect the integrity of the sport.
(Source：Los Angeles Times)