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Brice Larson
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Big West Commissioner Dan Butterly noted that the vote to extend an invite to Utah Valley University was unanimous. 
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I believe that they are an up and coming program, and should be a good addition to the Big West! Now let's hope that we can compete with them and not move further down the Big West pecking order. We were once the BIG BOY on the block, but not any more. Would also be happy to see Sac State join the Big West!!! Previous Message
Utah Valley will move from the WAC to the Big West starting in 2026-27. Commissioner Dan Butterly: "UVU brings a tradition of competitive excellence and a rapidly growing athletic program that aligns perfectly with our membership and vision for the future. Their addition expands our geographic footprint into a vibrant and strategically significant region, while elevating the level of competition across the board. We look forward to the energy and excitement the Wolverines will bring to The Big West.” Of note: “Though the potential for adding a 12th conference member remains, the addition of Utah Valley and the previous addition of California Baptist University returns The Big West to an 11-team conference in the 2026-27 season.”
https://bigwest.org/news/2025/6/4/utah-valley-university-joins-the-big-west.aspx
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