Jamichael Stillwell commits to Texas Tech basketball amid eligibility lawsuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:34 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Jamichael Stillwell, a forward from UCF, committed to the Texas Tech men's basketball team on July 24. The 6-foot-8 player, known for his rebounding ability, averaged 11.6 points and 8.2 rebounds last season. Stillwell, however, will require a court injunction to play, as he is among 16 players suing the NCAA for an extra year of eligibility based on recent changes to the NCAA's eligibility model. The NCAA has maintained its position against granting additional years to players who completed four years of competition in the 2025-26 season.
- •Stillwell averaged 11.6 points and 8.2 rebounds last season.
- •He is among players suing the NCAA for eligibility.
- •Texas Tech adds depth with Stillwell's commitment.
- •NCAA's new eligibility model restricts extra years for some players.
- •Stillwell previously played for UCF, finishing with nine double-doubles.
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — Former UCF F Jamichael Stillwell Commits to Texas Tech
- 10:34 PMYahoo Sports — UCF forward Jamichael Stillwell commits to Texas Tech basketball team
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — UCF transfer Jamichael Stillwell commits to Texas Tech
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — UCF wants Jamichael Stillwell back. But his return looks increasingly unlikely
"Capitalizing on new NCAA eligibility rules, the double-double machine pivots from the NBA draft path to bolster Texas Tech’s frontcourt for a high-stakes Big 12 title run.
"UCF forward Jamichael Stillwell, one of the Big 12's top rebounders last season, commits to Texas Tech basketball, but he needs an injunction to play.
"According to On3, there is mutual interest between former UCF forward Jamichael Stillwell and Big 12 rival Texas Tech if he gains extra eligibility.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 8:33 PMFormer UCF F Jamichael Stillwell Commits to Texas Tech
Capitalizing on new NCAA eligibility rules, the double-double machine pivots from the NBA draft path to bolster Texas Tech’s frontcourt for a high-stakes Big 12 title run.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 10:34 PMUCF forward Jamichael Stillwell commits to Texas Tech basketball team
UCF forward Jamichael Stillwell, one of the Big 12's top rebounders last season, commits to Texas Tech basketball, but he needs an injunction to play.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 9:27 PMUCF transfer Jamichael Stillwell commits to Texas Tech
UCF transfer big man Jamichael Stillwell has committed to Texas Tech, On3’s Joe Tipton reported Friday afternoon. This is a developing story.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 4:07 PMUCF wants Jamichael Stillwell back. But his return looks increasingly unlikely
According to On3, there is mutual interest between former UCF forward Jamichael Stillwell and Big 12 rival Texas Tech if he gains extra eligibility.
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