Court ruling could allow LSU's RJ Luis to play this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 1:41 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
A recent court ruling grants additional eligibility for Class of 2022 athletes, potentially allowing LSU Tigers forward RJ Luis to compete this season. Judge Charlotte Sweeney from Colorado issued an injunction that affects players commencing in the 2022/2023 season. While the NCAA needs to implement this decision, it appears Luis could suit up for LSU, which would benefit new coach Will Wade. The team, featuring a mix of transfers and experience, is looking to establish cohesion ahead of their upcoming campaign.
- •Judge Charlotte Sweeney's ruling affects Class of 2022 college athletes.
- •RJ Luis hopes to play for LSU after legal victory.
- •NCAA must implement the court's decision for it to take effect.
- •Luis previously played for UMass and St. John's Red Storm.
- •LSU is integrating various players into their new roster.
- 1:41 AMYahoo Sports — New Court Ruling Could Make LSU Tigers F RJ Luis Eligible To Play This Season
"Judge Charlotte Sweeney made all Class of 2022 college athletes eligible for play next season, which should include forward RJ Luis.
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