Over the past few days, Oklahoma and Texas have dominated college sports headlines after reports suggested the two schools plan to leave the Big 12.
A report arose, suggesting the Sooners and Longhorns reached out to the SEC about joining the conference. The two schools reportedly want to create a 16-team super-league.
Fans are having a difficult time accepting the possibility that the two biggest schools in the Big 12 might leave. Other school’s officials aren’t taking the news well either.
On Thursday afternoon, Texas Tech Chancellor Tedd Mitchell gave his thoughts. It’s clear he’s not happy.
“Like many across our state and within the footprint of our league, I’ve been extremely disappointed by the actions and intentions of our friends in Austin and Norman,” he said.
Like many across our state and within the footprint of our league, I’ve been extremely disappointed by the actions and intentions of our friends in Austin and Norman. From day one of the Big 12 Conference’s existence, Texas Tech has been a proud and trustworthy partner. (cont.)
— Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D. (@TeddLMitchell) July 22, 2021
“From day one of the Big 12 Conference’s existence, Texas Tech has been a proud and trustworthy partner,” he continued. “As the landscape of collegiate athletics shifts, I can promise Red Raider Nation that our leadership will diligently pursue all options to best position Texas Tech for long-term success.”
It’s unclear if Texas and Oklahoma will actually leave the Big 12. However, it is very clear that others members of the conference are not happy.
Other schools might be looking for a new home in the next few years as well.
We’ll have to wait and see what happens next.
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