From CBSsports.com…
The Big Ten, ACC and Pac-12 on Tuesday formally announced an alliance that has been the topic of much conversation over the last two weeks. The agreement between the three conferences is being described as a “collaborative approach surrounding the future evolution of college athletics and scheduling.”
The alliance asserts its purpose is to focus on NCAA governance, student-athlete welfare and ensuring the collegiate model continues. It will also include a “scheduling component for football and women’s and men’s basketball designed to create new inter-conference games, enhance opportunities for student-athletes and optimize the college athletics experience for both student-athletes and fans across the country.”
The three conferences also plan to get on the same page regarding future College Football Playoff expansion and other major topics including the reshaping of college athletes as a whole, sources tell CBS Sports.
Realignment among the three conferences has not been part of their discussions and will not be an issue addressed with the alliance. However, the three league commissioners admitted Tuesday that there is no signed document between the conferences and the entire alliance is operating on a handshake agreement of collaboration.
