conference realignment

Conference realignment refers to the shifting of college sports teams between different athletic conferences. This often happens for various reasons, including financial considerations, competitive balance, geographical proximity, or to increase media exposure. As schools seek better opportunities for revenue from television contracts and sponsorships, they may move to conferences that offer more lucrative arrangements. This realignment can impact rivalries, schedules, and the overall landscape of college sports, as teams and conferences adapt to these changes in pursuit of success and sustainability in a rapidly evolving sports environment.