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Yes, college men's basketball does have a concept similar to a "redshirt," where players can sit out a season to retain eligibility, but it's not as flexible as in football.
Here's a breakdown of the redshirt concept in college basketball:
Not an Official NCAA Term:
While the term "redshirt" is commonly used, it's not an official term used by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Retaining Eligibility:
A redshirt season allows a player to sit out a season and still maintain their four-year eligibility for future seasons.
No Game Participation:
In college basketball, a player cannot participate in any game (regular season or postseason) and still be eligible for a redshirt.
Medical Redshirt:
There is a medical redshirt option, where a player can be granted an extra year of eligibility if they suffer a season-ending injury or illness before the midpoint of the season.
I see Rutgers in this (11-19, eyeroll), but no other P4 schools. Is this beneath them to play in this Tournament?
7 P4 schools are in the WBIT (chance for a $1 million prize)...
https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaw/2025/03/17/wbit-2025-schedule-bracket-womens-tournament/82502911007/
In trying to invent more content and opportunity these media/corporate ideas have degraded history to an extent. The NIT used to be special, and the Finals in a special place, MSG. Now it's watered down because of all the competing tournaments. Participation trophies for everyone!
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