Division I members voted to rescind a proposed rule that would have allowed athletes and athletic‑department staff to bet on professional sports, extending a ban across Divisions I, II and III. The reversal follows a wave of gambling‑related investigations and arrests in professional and college sports and recent NCAA enforcement actions that revoked eligibility for players tied to betting allegations. The decision preserves existing prohibitions on betting on NCAA events and reflects member concerns about integrity and enforcement workloads after a string of high‑profile cases, including alleged misuse of private player information and insider wagering. Athletic departments and compliance offices now face continued enforcement pressures and likely increased scrutiny over staff and student activity tied to sports gambling.
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