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NCAA Approves Student-Athlete Gambling Amid Controversy

10/16/2025

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The NCAA Division I Administrative Committee adopted the proposal to let student-athletes gamble on professional sports, with final approval from Divisions II and III expected by the end of October.
Charles Barkley called the proposal "incredibly stupid" and said the NCAA's handling of the transfer portal unfairly benefits larger schools.
Investigations involve 13 players from six schools tied to gambling, highlighting ongoing issues in college athletics.

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The NCAA Division I Administrative Committee adopted the proposal to let student-athletes gamble on professional sports, with final approval from Divisions II and III expected by the end of October.
Charles Barkley called the proposal "incredibly stupid" and said the NCAA's handling of the transfer portal unfairly benefits larger schools.
Investigations involve 13 players from six schools tied to gambling, highlighting ongoing issues in college athletics.