Greater Long Island
Brian Harmon
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May 05, 2026

Long Island University hit with 3-year NCAA probation for widespread eligibility violations

Long Island University has been placed on three years of probation by the NCAA after an investigation found the school allowed nearly 1,000 student-athletes to compete or practice while ineligible across 33 sports. The decision came one day after LIU softball clinched its second consecutive NEC regular season title.

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