Texas Tech's Sorsby, after acknowledging gambling, asks court for injunction to restore eligibility
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has filed a lawsuit seeking to restore his eligibility after acknowledging a gambling addiction. He entered residential treatment three weeks ago and claims the NCAA has abandoned its duty to support him. The lawsuit argues that Sorsby has taken responsibility for his actions and is seeking a fair resolution rather than a complete loss of eligibility.
- ▪Brendan Sorsby entered residential treatment for a gambling addiction three weeks ago.
- ▪He filed a lawsuit in Lubbock County, Texas, asking for an injunction to restore his eligibility.
- ▪Texas Tech has declared Sorsby ineligible after finalizing an agreement with the NCAA.
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