Why can't Del Peiro obtain a redshirt year?

He did according to his bio. It says he was in the band for two years before walking on and this is his third year on the team.

I would have liked to have him for another year as well but at least Johnny went out and got another 7 footer like a boss.

I don't think the recruit is as musically talented but hey....ya take what you can get.

The rule on how many seasons a player can red shirt for Div 1 men's basketball:

Two Redshirt Seasons

Basketball players generally must use their four seasons of eligibility in a five-year period, with one redshirt year. The NCAA occasionally grants players the right to extend their playing window to include a sixth year, with two redshirt seasons. This scenario happens only if the player has missed at least two years because of circumstances such as injury or illness. Players do not gain eligibility for a sixth year if they have sat out one of the previous five years voluntarily.