The USC Trojans winter student-athletes got a big boost this past week, not just because they were allowed back in the practice facilities, but because the NCAA Division I Council voted to allow a free year of eligibility for their 2020-21 seasons.
The spring and fall student-athletes had the same waiver ruled in their favor this year, granting them the freedom to play or not to play if their teams were in action, without fear of losing a year of eligibility. Now the winter sports have that same option, even if we are multiple months away from the biggest spikes of the coronavirus.