Texas Longhorns players and coaches embrace NCAA's new 5-for-5 eligibility rule

Texas Longhorns athletes, including volleyball player Torrey Stafford, are enthusiastic about the NCAA's recently implemented 5-for-5 eligibility rule, which allows for five years of competition. This new model, effective for athletes enrolling from 2027-28, grants players an additional year after their fourth season. Coaches, like Steve Sarkisian and Jerritt Elliott, appreciate the flexibility it offers, particularly in player development. Stafford plans to make a decision about her future after this season, which continues with matches against TCU and Nebraska this weekend.

• 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Texas Longhorn coaches and players love the NCAA's new 5-for-5 eligibility rule. Here's why.