Iowa State's Tamin Lipsey granted eligibility to return to college basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 5:06 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Tamin Lipsey, a key player for Iowa State, has been granted eligibility to return to the college basketball program this winter. A judge ruled in favor of Lipsey and nearly 100 other athletes who questioned the NCAA's 'five to play five' rule impacting their eligibility. Previously, it was thought he had played his final game during the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Lipsey holds several records at Iowa State, including being the all-time leader in steals and starting 137 games. The NCAA is anticipated to appeal the ruling.
- •Tamin Lipsey announced to return to Iowa State basketball.
- •A judge ruled in favor of nearly 100 athletes' eligibility.
- •Lipsey is the career leader in steals for Iowa State.
- •He averaged 13.5 points and over five assists last season.
- •NCAA likely to appeal the judge's decision.
- 5:06 AMYahoo Sports — Iowa State Star Tamin Lipsey Among Those Granted Eligbility To Return To College
"The Iowa State basketball program just got a massive upgrade with the return of Tamin Lipsey It was believed that […]
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