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SEC Commissioner Seeks to Block Pro Athletes’ College Return

8/21/2026

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U.S. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey filed an affidavit in Louisiana court to block pro athletes from returning to college sports.
The filing targets former St. John’s star RJ Luis, who seeks eligibility to play for LSU in the 2026-27 season.
Sankey argues that allowing pro athletes back creates competitive disadvantage and undermines college-sports integrity.
A preliminary injunction hearing for Luis is scheduled for Aug. 24 before Judge Ronald Johnson in East Baton Rouge Parish.
LSU’s roster currently lists only four guaranteed-eligible players while awaiting further eligibility rulings.

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U.S. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey filed an affidavit in Louisiana court to block pro athletes from returning to college sports.
The filing targets former St. John’s star RJ Luis, who seeks eligibility to play for LSU in the 2026-27 season.
Sankey argues that allowing pro athletes back creates competitive disadvantage and undermines college-sports integrity.
A preliminary injunction hearing for Luis is scheduled for Aug. 24 before Judge Ronald Johnson in East Baton Rouge Parish.
LSU’s roster currently lists only four guaranteed-eligible players while awaiting further eligibility rulings.