🐐 Eddie Reese, one of the greatest NCAA swimming coaches of all time, has officially filed an objection to the NCAA House Settlement—specifically against the roster limits that are already forcing elite athletes out of the sport.

Reese, a 15-time national champion coach and a legend in collegiate swimming, did not hold back. In his declaration, he laid out the devastating impact of these cuts:

❌ Predicts swimming will go from 140 teams to 50 if this settlement is approved.
❌ Texas has already told 13 swimmers they are being cut.
❌ These athletes are NCAA Championship contenders.
❌ They are losing their chance to compete—not because of talent, but because of arbitrary limits.

🚨 A “Sophie’s Choice” for Athletes 🚨

Reese highlighted the impossible decision facing these swimmers. They can transfer, but at what cost?

🏫 Many chose Texas for its academic opportunities—options that may not exist at other schools.
🤝 They have to leave behind their relationships, teammates, and the support system they’ve built.
🌱 Pulling up their roots isn’t just about swimming—it’s about their future.

💀 The Future of College Swimming Is in Danger 💀

Reese ended his declaration with a chilling prediction:

💬 “Presently, there are over 140 Division I men’s swimming and diving teams… I believe that if the proposed settlement is approved by the Court without change, then within five years, the number of Division I men’s swimming and diving teams will be reduced to under 50.”🚨

💔 That’s a death sentence for the sport.

Here is the SwimSwam article that discusses this in detail.

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