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Seth Trimble takes legal action for fifth year eligibility at Louisville

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:48 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Seth Trimble takes legal action for fifth year eligibility at Louisville

Summary

Seth Trimble, a Louisville basketball signee, is pursuing legal action against the NCAA to secure a fifth year of eligibility for the 2026-27 season. His attorney, Hans Poppe, confirmed this lawsuit was filed on August 25 in Jefferson Circuit Court. Trimble aims to join 13 other athletes benefiting from a temporary restraining order issued on August 21. The order follows a recent ruling that previously allowed for extended eligibility for Class of 2022 athletes. Trimble averaged a career-high 14 points per game last season despite missing several contests due to injury and has committed to Louisville following his transfer from North Carolina.

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By the Numbers

•Trimble averaged 14 points per game in the previous season.
•The lawsuit was confirmed by his attorney on August 25.
•A temporary restraining order has granted eligibility to 13 other athletes.
•Trimble committed to Louisville on August 12.
•The NCAA's request to stay a previous injunction was granted on August 21.

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Louisville basketball signee Seth Trimble is attempting to join a lawsuit against the NCAA in hopes of being granted a fifth year of eligibility.
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