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Clemson's Mia Moore denied NCAA eligibility waiver, coach plans appeal

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Clemson's Mia Moore denied NCAA eligibility waiver, coach plans appeal

Summary

Clemson women's basketball coach Shawn Poppie announced that Mia Moore's waiver for a sixth year of eligibility was denied by the NCAA on June 17. Moore's case stemmed from her redshirt freshman season at Mississippi State, where she played only 10 minutes across four games due to injury. Poppie expressed disappointment and stated that the team is preparing to appeal the decision. Moore, who earned All-ACC honors last season, could miss further opportunities in her basketball career due to this ruling.

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By the Numbers

•Mia Moore played only 10 minutes in the 2022-23 season due to injury.
•Clemson will appeal the NCAA's denial of the eligibility waiver.
•Shawn Poppie expressed disappointment over the NCAA ruling.
•Moore averaged 13.3 points per game last season for Clemson.
•Clemson recently added five transfers to enhance their squad.

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7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Clemson star Mia Moore's NCAA eligibility waiver denied. Shawn Poppie plans appeal

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Clemson women's basketball coach Shawn Poppie said Mia Moore's eligibility waiver was denied by the NCAA. Here's what the Tigers will do next.
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