“A good deal of speculation has recently been offered by various media outlets regarding the current and future status of the Mountain West, and other collegiate athletic conferences. While I cannot and will not comment on other leagues, I can share some facts about the Mountain West.

First, the seven member institutions who are the foundation of the Mountain West have fully committed to the future of the Conference. Each member has cemented that commitment by executing a Grant of Rights Agreement, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2032.

Second, the Conference and its foundational institutions are successfully executing a future membership strategy that will ensure the strength and stability of the Mountain West through June 30, 2026, and into the future.

Third, in consultation with our advisors, we are actively engaged in the rapidly evolving and fluid media rights landscape to best position the Conference for the next iteration of our television agreement which would commence July 1, 2026.

Finally, our priority is to protect our member institutions, student-athletes, and the Conference as a whole. The Mountain West is confident in its legal position and strategic plan to address the ongoing litigation with both the Pac-12 and several member institutions who have publicly expressed their intent to depart the Conference.

I will continue to update our member institutions, fans, and other stakeholders on developments whenever possible as we work to ensure the current and future success of the Mountain West.”