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Multi-Regional Topics / Re: Conference changes
« on: Yesterday at 02:50:10 pm »ENC and NEC were essentially kicked out of the CCC. They're both much smaller in terms of endowment and can't really compete with those schools. I know ENC has really enjoyed the chance to actually win conference tournaments, something they only did once in 30 years of CCC play.
I suspect the CCC might poach a couple of the GNAC's larger spenders (or football programs) and let the NECC teams fill in there.
The NAC is the better fit for ENC, but I don't think they want that kind of travel commitment.
What other realistic option or options does ENC have?
I'm pretty sure the NAC would take them in a heartbeat. I'm less sure the GNAC is looking to add just anyone. I really do think there's something afoot, in terms of organizing another new conference. The eSports mess makes reforming the NECC to keep the AQ, a bit of a headache. ENC's already in three different conferences for different sports.
The coaches I've spoken to genuinely seem like they're unaware of the plans following this year. I'd assume they need to announce something soon, but stranger things have happened than a couple schools falling into Pool B unexpectedly. Maybe after the fiscal year turns over next week?