Why BYU is Taking So Long with the Big East
Last weekend, Central Florida sounded off about the drawn-out process of Big East expansion. Even though BYU and the Big East are in the thick of negotiations and talks, UCF understandably is tired of waiting. After all, what do they have to lose by joining the Big East? They could reignite a local rivalry with South [...]
Big East Ramping Up Sales Pitch for BYU
BYU may finally get the chance to be a white knight riding to a conference’s rescue, although in doing so it’ll probably bring the cavalry with it. Ever since BYU head coach Bronco Mendenhall broke the Cougars’ silence on expansion, many reports have been talking about the Big East launching an all-out blitz to persuade [...]
On Columbus Day, Big East Sets Sail for Expansion: Western Teams on the Horizon?
One thing is becoming increasingly apparent in the new conference rat race: bigger is most definitely better. The Big East seems to finally be getting the message, though perhaps a bit too late. In an announcement earlier today, the Big East stated “On a teleconference earlier today, our Presidents and Chancellors authorized the BIG EAST [...]
BYU to the Big East? Air Force, Boise State May Be Opening the Door
A new wrinkle to the never-ending conference realignment saga could conceivably land the BYU Cougars in the Big East. If you think that’s a crazy idea, welcome to the wild and wacky (and not necessarily wonderful) world of college sports. A report by Mark Kiszla of the Denver Post this morning quotes Air Force athletic [...]
Football Scheduling for 2011 and Beyond
With the 2010 campaign half over, I thought it was a good time to take a look at future scheduling. It will be a truly exciting season as BYU’s tests the independent waters for the first time. Who will be coming to LaVell Edwards Stadium in the future? Here’s what’s on the books so far: [...]
