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Kenny Noland receives preliminary injunction for fifth season eligibility

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 7:04 PM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Kenny Noland receives preliminary injunction for fifth season eligibility

Summary

Kenny Noland, a transfer guard from Columbia, has been granted a preliminary injunction for a fifth season of eligibility by a circuit court in Indiana. This ruling, made on September 23, allows Noland to join Michigan basketball for the 2026-27 season, filling a notable gap due to star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr.'s season-ending injury. Noland was part of a group of 97 athletes challenging the NCAA's new eligibility rules that limit the 2022 class. The NCAA plans to appeal the decision, and the situation remains fluid as the case is set for trial. Meanwhile, Noland is expected to strengthen Michigan's backcourt alongside Elliot Cadeau after joining the team in August.

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•Indiana judge grants Kenny Noland a fifth season of eligibility.
•Noland averaged 17.1 points and 3.7 assists at Columbia.
•NCAA plans to appeal the injunction, impacting other athletes.
•Michigan basketball needs backcourt depth after McCoy's injury.
•Noland joined Michigan in August, enhancing the team's options.

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7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan basketball guard scores legal win in bid for fifth season

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Kenny Noland, a transfer point guard from Columbia, is among 97 college athletes who have been granted a preliminary injunction against the NCAA.
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