NCAA set to make massive decision that could change everything for the CHL

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Axel Williams
October 5, 2024 (10:34)

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In case you didn't know, the NCAA does not allow CHL hockey players to crossover into the college game once they are of age.

Overall, this is a bit of a bizarre choice. The CHL age limits are from about 15 to 20. Meanwhile, NCAA hockey is typically anywhere from 18 to 25. Therefore, it has been set up so that CHL players cannot go to the United States to pursue an education and play hockey once their Junior careers are over. This has already led to an anti-trust lawsuit against the NCAA and its teams.

According to Sportsnet, the NCAA has heard the concerns and they are now set to take a vote on whether or not they will ultimately change course. The vote will take place next week and if it passes, CHL players will finally be allowed into the NCAA.

They added, "The item then will go to the NCAA Division I Council later in the week. If the proposal passes, CHL players will be eligible to play in the NCAA."

Interestingly enough, Braxton Whitehead, a WHL player has already committed to the NCAA for next year. However, that commitment hangs in the balance of this vote. Quite simply, if the NCAA votes no, then he may have to think about USports instead.

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Source: Sportsnet
NCAA set to vote on making CHL players eligible