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Texas Tech QB Sorsby ruled ineligible, pursuing NCAA reinstatement for 2026
sports9 days ago

Texas Tech QB Sorsby ruled ineligible, pursuing NCAA reinstatement for 2026

Texas Tech declared starting quarterback Brendan Sorsby ineligible amid an NCAA gambling investigation and filed for reinstatement for the 2026 season; Sorsby reportedly wagered thousands of bets across multiple apps since 2022, including on college football and UFC, and has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA. If he cannot return, Will Hammond, who is returning from ACL injury, could start early in 2026, with Tulsa transfer Kirk Francis available as needed.

Sorsby seeks court order to reinstate NCAA eligibility for Texas Tech's 2026 season
sports9 days ago

Sorsby seeks court order to reinstate NCAA eligibility for Texas Tech's 2026 season

Brendan Sorsby has filed a Texas state-court lawsuit seeking a court order to reinstate his NCAA eligibility for Texas Tech’s 2026 season, arguing the NCAA is hypocritical on gambling and delaying reinstatement causes irreparable harm; the NCAA maintains its rules on betting on one’s own team and has not yet received a reinstatement request, while Sorsby—who is in inpatient treatment for gambling addiction—had admitted betting on Indiana; the suit requests a June 15 hearing and notes that a ruling could advantage Texas Tech in the local court.

PGA Tour eyes broader routes to reinstate LIV players amid uncertainty
sports1 month ago

PGA Tour eyes broader routes to reinstate LIV players amid uncertainty

The PGA Tour is exploring additional pathways to reinstate LIV Golf players as LIV’s status and funding remain uncertain, with CEO Brian Rolapp signaling openness to bringing back more members who could benefit the Tour; Koepka has already returned and Reed is set to rejoin, following a prior “Returning Member Program” and amid questions about LIV’s finances and the leverage of media-rights deals.

HHS Reverses All NIOSH Layoffs, Reinstating Every Affected Worker
government4 months ago

HHS Reverses All NIOSH Layoffs, Reinstating Every Affected Worker

The Department of Health and Human Services has revoked all layoff notices at the CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, reinstating every employee who received a reduction-in-force notice. This completes a reversal that began with a partial reinstatement last year (about 328 of 1,000) after union and bipartisan pressure, and comes amid staffing concerns, ongoing lawsuits, and calls from lawmakers for broader restoration of NIOSH programs.

Serena Williams Denies Return to Tennis Despite Re-Entering Drug Testing Pool
sports5 months ago

Serena Williams Denies Return to Tennis Despite Re-Entering Drug Testing Pool

Serena Williams has reentered the tennis anti-doping testing pool, sparking speculation about a possible return to professional tennis, though she has publicly denied plans to come back. Her reentry into the pool makes her subject to random drug testing and could allow her to compete again from April 2026, with potential appearances at events like the U.S. Open or Wimbledon. Williams, who last played in 2022, remains a prominent figure in tennis and beyond.

Serena Williams Reenters Tennis, Denies Comeback Rumors
sports5 months ago

Serena Williams Reenters Tennis, Denies Comeback Rumors

Serena Williams, the legendary tennis player with 23 major singles titles, is preparing for a potential return to professional tennis in 2026 after applying for reinstatement and rejoining the testing pool, despite her recent tweet denying plans to come back. Her return could impact her Hall of Fame induction and is linked to her recent activities, including her use of weight loss drugs, which are under monitoring by WADA.