BYU athletes face eligibility and recruitment developments

BYU basketball player Jaxon Kohler has been granted a preliminary injunction by a California court, allowing him to remain eligible for a fifth season through the 2026-27 season. This ruling stems from the Glancey v. NCAA case regarding the ‘five in five’ eligibility model. The NCAA has indicated it will appeal the decision.

In football, quarterback Bear Bachmeier addressed his motivations following BYU’s victory over Notre Dame. Bachmeier stated that he felt disrespected by the Notre Dame recruiting process during his high school years, which fueled his performance in the game. He later expressed regret for the emotional nature of his comments, noting his respect for the Notre Dame program.