USC Upstate opts into NCAA House settlement

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - USC Upstate Athletics said it has formally notified the NCAA of its decision to opt into the House v. NCAA settlement.

The university said it has been closely monitoring this case for several months and the recently approved settlement language, “protecting opportunities for our current student-athletes and those already recruited for the 2025–26 academic year," made it clear that opting in now is in its best interest.

USC Upstate went on to say that it believes this step is necessary in order to remain aligned with the future direction of Division 1 athletics.