Oregon and Washington Leave Pac-12 for Big Ten

In a move that shook up the college sports landscape, Oregon and Washington announced on June 10, 2023 that they would be leaving the Pac-12 Conference to join the Big Ten Conference. The move is expected to take effect in 2024.

The decision by Oregon and Washington to leave the Pac-12 is a major blow to the conference. The two schools are two of the biggest brands in the Pac-12, and their departure will leave the conference with a significant financial hole.

The Big Ten is one of the most powerful conferences in college sports. The addition of Oregon and Washington will give the Big Ten 16 teams, which is the same number as the Southeastern Conference (SEC). The Big Ten is also expected to receive a significant increase in media rights revenue, which will make it even more financially powerful.

The move by Oregon and Washington to leave the Pac-12 is likely to have a ripple effect on the rest of college sports. Other Pac-12 schools may now be considering leaving the conference, and the Big Ten may be looking to add even more teams.

What does this mean for Oregon State and Washington State?

The move by Oregon and Washington to leave the Pac-12 is a major blow to Oregon State and Washington State. The two schools are now the smallest and least-prestigious schools in the conference, and they will likely have a harder time competing for recruits and championships.

Oregon State and Washington State may also face financial challenges as a result of the move. The Pac-12 is expected to lose a significant amount of money when Oregon and Washington leave, and this could lead to cuts in athletic funding for the two schools.

The future of college sports is uncertain, but it is clear that the move by Oregon and Washington to leave the Pac-12 is a major turning point. It remains to be seen how Oregon State and Washington State will fare in the new Big Ten, but it is clear that they will face some challenges.

What can Oregon State and Washington State do to compete in the Big Ten?

There are a few things that Oregon State and Washington State can do to compete in the Big Ten. First, they need to continue to invest in their athletic programs. This means recruiting top-level athletes and coaches, and providing them with the resources they need to succeed.

Second, Oregon State and Washington State need to build a strong fan base. This means creating a positive gameday experience and marketing the schools to potential fans.

Third, Oregon State and Washington State need to be strategic about their scheduling. They need to schedule tough non-conference games to help them build a national reputation.

If Oregon State and Washington State can do these things, they will be in a better position to compete in the Big Ten. However, it will be a challenge, and there is no guarantee of success.