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The UIL is banning foreign exchange students from participating in varsity sports beginning in the 2026–2027 school year.

The change comes in response to concerns about competitive advantage and fairness to Texas student-athletes.

Some hope the changes will lead to similar rules for transfers and open enrollment students.

AUSTIN, Texas - The University Interscholastic League is making changes to who is eligible to participate in varsity high school athletics.

UIL's legislative council met Sunday and Monday to discuss rule changes in high school athletics across Texas. Among the changes coming is a ban on foreign exchange students from participating in UIL varsity athletics beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. The change comes in response to concerns about competitive

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