Overview
- Marian disclosed that an academically ineligible player appeared in three games, ending the Knights’ 11‑1 season per NAIA postseason policy.
- University officials say a three‑credit withdrawal briefly dropped the athlete below full‑time status before he re‑enrolled later in the term.
- The school has begun an internal review, citing gaps in academic and eligibility reporting and pledging strengthened checks going forward.
- Marian acknowledges it may be required to vacate up to three wins in which the ineligible player participated.
- Keiser moves directly to the NAIA semifinals on Dec. 13 in Fort Lauderdale and has initiated ticket refunds to quarterfinal buyers.