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ACC becomes fourth and final power conference to bar pro players from coming back to college
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Aaron Beard, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 27, 2026
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Key points The Big Ten and Southeastern Conference implemented similar bans earlier, with the Big 12 following suit. The Atlantic Coast Conference's board of directors unanimously approved its ban, which applies to both football and basketball.
A ban on professional athletes returning to college sports has been adopted by the Atlantic Coast Conference. This move brings it in line with other major athletic conferences. The decision aims to establish clarity amidst uncertainty surrounding NCAA eligibility rules.
The Big Ten and Southeastern Conference implemented similar bans earlier, with the Big 12 following suit. The Atlantic Coast Conference's board of directors unanimously approved its ban, which applies to both football and basketball.
Further details on this development are available, outlining the conferences' actions and their intentions to preserve the integrity of college sports.
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Category: News Published: August 27, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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