Texas Tech declared quarterback Brendan Sorsby ineligible for competition in a statement released Monday.
“After finalizing an agreed-upon stipulation of facts between Texas Tech University, the NCAA and Brendan Sorsby, the University has declared Sorsby ineligible for competition,” the university’s statement reads. “Texas Tech intends to quickly initiate the reinstatement process.
“Texas Tech’s primary focus remains supporting Sorsby’s health and well-being.”
Under the NCAA’s gambling policy, student-athletes are not allowed to make bets on college or professional sports. Any student-athlete found in violation of the league’s sports betting rules may be subject to permanent loss of all remaining eligibility, as well as their athletic scholarship. This applies to student-athletes who bet on their own games or on other sports at their own schools.