Having Merthie available next week when Pikeville College comes to town would help, but that doesn't appear likely. The junior was held out of both preseason games
The NCAA ruled that Merthie isn't eligible until the second semester, Jones said. He would become eligible once the first semester ends and miss the first six games, finally playing Dec. 14 against Rio Grande.
"We're going to appeal it again,' Jones said.
Getting Merthie back on Dec. 14 is not too bad. I think he will help us this year.