East Carolina, UNLV and New Mexico are out of the Big 12’s expansion derby.
Officials at each school said Wednesday that they were notified by the Big 12 that they are no longer being considered for membership.
UNLV President Len Jessup and athletic director Tina Kunzer-Murphy issued a statement later in the day to acknowledge the Rebels were no longer being considered. UNLV has been a member of the Mountain West since 1990.
“As the landscape of intercollegiate athletics continues to change, ensuring UNLV is properly positioned and is a member of a conference that is the best fit for our university and community remains part of our long-term vision,” the statement said. “We remain committed to fulfilling our responsibility to be a strong and successful member of the Mountain West.”
New Mexico President Robert told the Albuquerque Journal that the school “received very positive feedback from the Big 12,” but was informed it would no longer be part the conference’s expansion search. The Lobos are also a member of the Mountain West.
