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Mr. Laz · 02:57 PM

A source in St. Louis familiar with the situation told NewsCenter 16 Thursday afternoon that Missouri will leave the Big XII and soon join the Big 10. Other schools expected to follow the Tigers are Syracuse, Pitt, Rutgers and Nebraska.

Many have speculated that such an expansion would include Notre Dame but ND athletic director Jack Swarbrick told me today that the Irish prefer to stay independent in football and in the Big East for other sports. Swarbrick said maintaining football Independence is such a part of what Notre Dame is.

He went on to say the Big East is a great partner for the University in other sports.

"We do have to monitor what is going on," Swarbrick said. "There will be significant shifts. "Hopefully we can navigate them by keeping our football independent and keeping our Big East affiliation because that is what we care about."

The move of Syracuse, Pitt and Rutgers to the Big Ten from the Big East could categorically change the landscape of the Big East itself. Thus, what Swarbrick is referring to when stating the University must continue to monitor what is going on.

The interview with Swarbrick was done before the late afternoon announcement.

http://www.wndu.com/sports/headlines/92447574.html

Mr. Laz · 06-12-2010, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikeyis4dcats.

the KBOR does not need to approve nor condone what member institutions do as far as conference affiliation. They have recommended that they think it is in KU and KSU's best interests to remain in the same conference, but that is merely a suggestion.

and if the schools don't follow those recommendations the board can just cut funds. Might as well be orders.

"The Kansas Board of Regents is a nine-member body which governs the state’s six universities, and supervises and coordinates 19 community colleges, six technical colleges, and one municipal university. Members are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Kansas Senate. Along with serving on the board, each member works on various councils and committees, primarily in the education field, throughout the year. These councils and committees draw on studies to determine allocation of funds, distribution of support materials and in making administrative decisions."

http://governor.ks.gov/appointments/...ard-of-regents

"
STATEMENT REGARDING THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 7, 2010

BOARD OF REGENTS’ STATEMENT REGARDING THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE

Regents Affirm Joint Commitment of K-State & KU to the Big 12 Conference

(TOPEKA) – Recognizing the success of Kansas State University (K-State) and the University of Kansas (KU) within the Big 12 Conference, Board of Regents’ Chair Jill Docking, of Wichita, and Board of Regents’ Vice Chair Gary Sherrer, of Overland Park, today issued the following joint statement:

“We are unwavering in our belief that the best course for K-State and KU is continued joint affiliation in the Big 12. The intra-conference rivalry between the Jayhawks and Wildcats is exciting for athletics fans both within the Sunflower state and nationwide. In addition, joint affiliation in the Big 12 fosters invaluable cooperation between our two universities when it comes to serving the academic needs of Kansans and the economic development needs of the state. Chancellor Gray-Little and President Schulz will continue to keep us apprised as Conference-related discussions continue, and we know our fellow Regents support their ongoing joint efforts to sustain and advance the Big 12.”"

http://www.kansasregents.org/stateme..._12_conference

**007** · 06-12-2010, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laz

and if the schools don't follow those recommendations the board can just cut funds. Might as well be orders.

"The Kansas Board of Regents is a nine-member body which governs the state’s six universities, and supervises and coordinates 19 community colleges, six technical colleges, and one municipal university. Members are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Kansas Senate. Along with serving on the board, each member works on various councils and committees, primarily in the education field, throughout the year. These councils and committees draw on studies to determine allocation of funds, distribution of support materials and in making administrative decisions."

http://governor.ks.gov/appointments/...ard-of-regents

"
STATEMENT REGARDING THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 7, 2010

BOARD OF REGENTS’ STATEMENT REGARDING THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE

Regents Affirm Joint Commitment of K-State & KU to the Big 12 Conference

(TOPEKA) – Recognizing the success of Kansas State University (K-State) and the University of Kansas (KU) within the Big 12 Conference, Board of Regents’ Chair Jill Docking, of Wichita, and Board of Regents’ Vice Chair Gary Sherrer, of Overland Park, today issued the following joint statement:

“We are unwavering in our belief that the best course for K-State and KU is continued joint affiliation in the Big 12. The intra-conference rivalry between the Jayhawks and Wildcats is exciting for athletics fans both within the Sunflower state and nationwide. In addition, joint affiliation in the Big 12 fosters invaluable cooperation between our two universities when it comes to serving the academic needs of Kansans and the economic development needs of the state. Chancellor Gray-Little and President Schulz will continue to keep us apprised as Conference-related discussions continue, and we know our fellow Regents support their ongoing joint efforts to sustain and advance the Big 12.”"

http://www.kansasregents.org/stateme..._12_conference

**DeezNutz** · 06-12-2010, 02:12 PM

The BOR wouldn't cut funds.

**007** · 06-12-2010, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeezNutz

The BOR wouldn't cut funds.

That wouldn't make any sense. Lets punish the students because these two universities don't want to listen to us.

vailpass · 06-12-2010, 02:17 PM

KU,K-State go to Mountain West together? MWC interested in MU but I'm not convinced MU is not still in Big10 plans.

**DeezNutz** · 06-12-2010, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guru

That wouldn't make any sense. Lets punish the students because these two universities don't want to listen to us.

Exactly.

Does Kansas State want to be connected to KU? Of course. Is KU necessarily connected to KSU? Of course not.

**DeezNutz** · 06-12-2010, 02:19 PM

There's 0 percent chance, IMO, that Mizzou goes to the MWC.

Big 10
SEC
Big East

It will be one of these three.

vailpass · 06-12-2010, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeezNutz

There's 0 percent chance, IMO, that Mizzou goes to the MWC.

Big 10
SEC
Big East

It will be one of these three.

Agreed although the SEC wouldn't seem to be a very good fit.

**007** · 06-12-2010, 02:22 PM

Personally, I am sick of hearing about the MWC. I don't want in that conference.

vailpass · 06-12-2010, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guru

Personally, I am sick of hearing about the MWC. I don't want in that conference.

Can't fugging say I blame you.

Sure-Oz · 06-12-2010, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeezNutz

There's 0 percent chance, IMO, that Mizzou goes to the MWC.

Big 10
SEC
Big East

It will be one of these three.

Agreed, thats why not really nervous anymore

**DeezNutz** · 06-12-2010, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guru

Personally, I am sick of hearing about the MWC. I don't want in that conference.

I don't think it's a realistic possibility for KU.

Big East
PAC-10

One of these two. Now, the MWC might be a real possibility for KSU, but I don't think that would be the end of the world for them.

**007** · 06-12-2010, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeezNutz

I don't think it's a realistic possibility for KU.

Big East
PAC-10

One of these two. Now, the MWC might be a real possibility for KSU, but I don't think that would be the end of the world for them.

Last thing we need is to go backwards in conference status. I still would like to see the ACC on the table too.

vailpass · 06-12-2010, 02:25 PM

Has this been posted? From ESPN..

The Mountain West Conference was a geographical misnomer from the beginning, as it launched with San Diego State among its eight original teams before adding TCU in 2005 and Boise State on Friday.

And the conference's reach doesn't appear to be stopping there.

According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Kansas, Missouri and Kansas State are on the Mountain West's radar amid a continuing shakeup of the Big 12.

But Baylor isn't considered a candidate to join the conference, with TCU standing staunchly in its way, the Fort Worth newspaper reported, citing unnamed sources.

"The Mountain West wants to be a national player and continue to grow in that realm," MWC commissioner Craig Thompson said in a conference call with reporters Friday. "We are extremely interested in BCS automatic qualification. We are simply trying to get to the level where each and every year a Mountain West team is playing in a BCS bowl game."

TCU would mount a lobbying effort against Baylor if the Bears are left out of the conference-realignment mix, the Star-Telegram reported.

But the conference covets Kansas -- and its legendary basketball program.

"Look at it this way," Jayhawks coach Bill Self said Friday at a charity event, according to The Kansas City Star. "No matter what, I'm 100 percent confident we're going to land. And we may land in a group that gives us more exposure than we ever could have had before. We may land with somebody that opens up recruiting doors in areas that we never really tested before. We're not gonna lose what we already have. This may open up new avenues for us."

New avenues are assured for most -- if not all -- of the Big 12.

Colorado left Thursday for the Pac-10 and Nebraska moved to the Big Ten a day later. Texas and the four other programs, not including Baylor, that make up the Big 12 South in football are leaning heavily toward a commitment to the Pac-10, or in Texas A&M's case, a possible jump to the SEC.

"We are gonna be in a BCS conference," Self said, according to the newspaper.

But count Self among those who still believe in the viability of the Big 12.

"If this league is held together," Self said, "we'll go get two teams or six teams and this league will be better than it ever has been."

http://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showt...27561&page=335

**DeezNutz** · 06-12-2010, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guru

Last thing we need is to go backwards in conference status. I still would like to see the ACC on the table too.

I think that's a long shot at best, but I agree that it would be a very interesting choice.

Honestly, I wonder if UNC and Duke would NOT want KU in the mix, simply because it would take some focus away from their state.

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vailpass Psycho Bag Of Squanch Join Date: Sep 2001 Casino cash: $9594244	Has this been posted? From ESPN.. The Mountain West Conference was a geographical misnomer from the beginning, as it launched with San Diego State among its eight original teams before adding TCU in 2005 and Boise State on Friday. And the conference's reach doesn't appear to be stopping there. According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Kansas, Missouri and Kansas State are on the Mountain West's radar amid a continuing shakeup of the Big 12. But Baylor isn't considered a candidate to join the conference, with TCU standing staunchly in its way, the Fort Worth newspaper reported, citing unnamed sources. "The Mountain West wants to be a national player and continue to grow in that realm," MWC commissioner Craig Thompson said in a conference call with reporters Friday. "We are extremely interested in BCS automatic qualification. We are simply trying to get to the level where each and every year a Mountain West team is playing in a BCS bowl game." TCU would mount a lobbying effort against Baylor if the Bears are left out of the conference-realignment mix, the Star-Telegram reported. But the conference covets Kansas -- and its legendary basketball program. "Look at it this way," Jayhawks coach Bill Self said Friday at a charity event, according to The Kansas City Star. "No matter what, I'm 100 percent confident we're going to land. And we may land in a group that gives us more exposure than we ever could have had before. We may land with somebody that opens up recruiting doors in areas that we never really tested before. We're not gonna lose what we already have. This may open up new avenues for us." New avenues are assured for most -- if not all -- of the Big 12. Colorado left Thursday for the Pac-10 and Nebraska moved to the Big Ten a day later. Texas and the four other programs, not including Baylor, that make up the Big 12 South in football are leaning heavily toward a commitment to the Pac-10, or in Texas A&M's case, a possible jump to the SEC. "We are gonna be in a BCS conference," Self said, according to the newspaper. But count Self among those who still believe in the viability of the Big 12. "If this league is held together," Self said, "we'll go get two teams or six teams and this league will be better than it ever has been." http://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showt...27561&page=335
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