May 19, 2026

George White: D1 Coach Breaks Down NCAA’s New Eligibility Rules

30 minutes

Join Cory Heitz and George White—former Harvard basketball player, D1 coach, and founder of RecruitU—as they dissect the NCAA’s proposed "5-and-5 rule", a game-changer for prep school basketball and college recruitment. George breaks down how this rule will limit eligibility to five years (starting at high school graduation or age 19), restrict transfers to one immediate move, and impact NIL deals, post-grad years, and injury waivers. Discover why post-grad years still hold value for late bloomers, how mid-major programs may benefit, and the hidden risks for injured athletes and reclassified players. This is must-listen intel for parents, players, and coaches navigating the evolving prep-to-college pipeline.

💡 Key Topics:
📌 NCAA 5-and-5 Rule Explained: 5 years of eligibility, transfer restrictions, and clock start triggers
📌 Post-Grad Year Impact: Does a PG year still make sense under the new rules?
📌 NIL & Transfer Market Shifts: How the rule could reduce NIL leverage for transfers
📌 Coach & Program Reactions: Mid-majors vs. power conferences—who wins and who loses?
📌 Injury & Waiver Risks: The unintended consequences for injured athletes
📌 Reclassing Strategies: Why early reclassing in grade school could backfire

🏀 About George White:
George White is a former Harvard basketball player, D1 coach, and the founder of RecruitU, a consulting firm specializing in college recruitment strategies. With decades of experience at every level of basketball—from playing in the Ivy League to coaching in D1 programs—George provides unfiltered insights into the NCAA’s rule changes and their real-world impact on athletes, families, and programs. His expertise in player development, recruitment trends, and NIL dynamics makes him a trusted voice for navigating the prep-to-college pipeline.

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Phone | 859-317-1166

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