Uncertainty Lingers: South Carolina’s Rahsul Faison Still Waiting on NCAA Waiver for 2025
As the South Carolina Gamecocks prepare for a pivotal 2025 campaign, one key question remains unanswered: will **running back Rahsul Faison**
Faison, a promising talent who transferred into the program with high hopes, is still awaiting word from the NCAA regarding a **waiver for immediate eligibility**. The situation has become a lingering concern for both the player and the coaching staff, as the Gamecocks aim to solidify their backfield rotation before fall camp begins.
According to sources close to the program, the waiver request centers around Faison’s previous transfer circumstances and an appeal citing extenuating personal and academic reasons. While the NCAA has granted similar waivers in recent years, the process has grown increasingly unpredictable.
Head coach Shane Beamer has voiced his support, saying, “Rahsul’s done everything we’ve asked of him — on and off the field. He’s a competitor, a great teammate, and we’re hopeful the NCAA will see the full picture.”
In the meantime, Faison continues to practice with the team and remains focused despite the uncertainty. “All I can do is control what I can control,” he said in a recent interview. “I’m ready whenever my number’s called.”
With the clock ticking toward the 2025 season, South Carolina fans are hoping for clarity — and a green light — for one of their most intriguing new additions.
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