Even in today's ever-changing landscape of college athletics, there are some athletes who should never compete for another program.
With the latest ruling granting Class of 2022 members an additional year of eligibility, this has thrown a major wrench in the operation.
Seth Trimble is one of those guys, a four-year player for the UNC basketball program. Trimble is among the group of athletes who have potentially been granted an additional year of eligibility, and it seems like he is seriously considering making a return to the college ranks.
However, that return doesn't seem like it will happen in Chapel Hill.
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As expected. multiple schools have at least entertained the idea of adding Trimble to their roster for the 2026-2027 season. Louisville, a fellow ACC program, is one of the confirmed schools that have been heavily interested, but there are other ACC programs lurking in the wings as well.
Seeing Trimble in a different uniform would be weird enough. Imagine how much worse it would be if he lands with a rival ACC program.
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Of course, there are still hurdles to be dealt with when it comes to the eligibility of Trimble and other potential fifth-year players. For starters, the recent ruling is still being contested by the NCAA, and, as we know, these types of situations can simply change at the drop of a hat.
Let's also remember that Trimble signed (and played) for the Washington Wizards in NBA Summer League action. Does his signing with the Wizards and professional exposure rule him out of having that fifth-year granted?
Regardless, the time is ticking, as a decision for Trimble will need to come soon with the start of the fall semester rapidly approaching.
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A return to UNC is unlikely for Trimble, given the roster appears to be finalized. The addition of Cameron Fens all but ruled out a return for Trimble, as the program elected to add a big man to a frontcourt in need rather than using the roster spot on another guard.
Let's just put it out there now: there's a realistic chance that Seth Trimble plays college basketball for another program next season. It's also likely that Trimble could end up in the ACC and, in turn, could compete against the Tar Heels at some point this season.
Selfishly, UNC fans are hoping that Trimble elects to focus on his professional basketball career. Unless a miraculous return to Chapel Hill is in the cards, no one wants to see him competing for another college program this season, as some guys are just destined to play for one team during their collegiate career.
While playing elsewhere wouldn't change the fact that he is a Tar Heel for life, it just seems so wrong for him to compete for another program, regardless of the circumstances at hand.
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