BOULDER, Colo. (AP) Acting on a court order, the University of Colorado took sides Wednesday in a lawsuit against the NCAA involving one of its football recruits.

The school joined the suit as a defendant with wide receiver Jeremy Bloom, who has petitioned the NCAA to allow him to receive money, equipment and apparel from ski endorsements while playing for Colorado.

Bloom, 20, who competed in the freestyle competition at the Salt Lake City Olympics, wants to play for the Buffaloes while still skiing professionally and pursuing a modeling career.

NCAA rules allow a player to compete professionally in one sport while participating as an amateur in a collegiate sport, but players are prohibited from endorsing any products based on their athletic ability.

In a hearing earlier this month, NCAA attorneys said while Bloom could collect prize money he would have to sever his deals with various companies by Aug. 17 in order to remain eligible to play football.

Even if Bloom wins, attorneys said the NCAA could appeal and penalize Colorado for having Bloom on the team.

Bloom planned to report to training camp but has said he doesn't want to put the school in jeopardy.

A court hearing is scheduled for Monday.

Bloom, who could have played for the Buffaloes last year, put off college to compete in Salt Lake City, where he placed ninth.

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