Brett Yormark, Big 12 Commissioner, is actively involved in discussions regarding the NCAA Tournament expansion and the future of the Big 12 Conference. Yormark expressed excitement about the addition of Arizona, ASU, Colorado, and Utah to the league. Despite this, Yormark seems weary of handing championship trophies to Texas, as seen in recent events. He also highlighted the conference's improved state following the departure of Texas and OU. Yormark emphasized the positive outlook for the league, especially with the new teams joining, during various public appearances and interviews.
Top stories from today's Evening Standard: + Nebraska Gov. Pillen weighs in on Alberts' exit + @NCAA updates its transfer memo + @CFBPlayoff approaching the finish line? + Former Duke MBB HC Krzyzewski talks March Madness expansion + Lots of coaching moves Read more ⬇️
From a year ago but an evergreen topic: What would NCAA Tournament expansion mean for Cinderella? @MikeVorkunov and I spoke to folks who worry about AQ access for low- and mid-major leagues: https://t.co/hlWPjhZhKj https://t.co/PBnnKFS3aA
"It worries me every day of my life." The NCAA is on the precipice of significant change. How much will that impact the men's basketball NCAA tournament? A dive into the future of an American sporting "treasure" at a moment of uncertainty for the NCAA. https://t.co/OYOKBt90sJ https://t.co/kLolqRW1D0
Top stories from this morning's D1.ticker: + @TrevAlberts to @12thMan becomes official + CFP framework closer to the finish line + @IvyExecDir & @BubbaUNC talk future issues + Kevin Plank returns to UA + @KevinPauga's business growth Read about these stories & more ⬇️
🗣️ @TAMU President Mark A. Welsh III on @TrevAlberts "With Trev's expertise, the Aggies are poised to not only excel on the fields, tracks and courts, but also successfully navigate the multi-faceted intersection of sports, commerce and student-athlete empowerment." https://t.co/95sr6FIy1Y
Top stories from today's Evening Standard: + @TrevAlberts to become @12thMan AD? + @WSURaiders AD Grant announces retirement + @dennisdoddcbs notes new subdivision could occur naturally + @NUSBcats receive $5M gift + @NevadaWolfPack extend @Learfield partnership Read more ⬇️
In a Q&A with reporters before the Big 12 women’s championship game at T-Mobile Center, Brett Yormark said there’s never been a better time to be in the four time zone league. | By @drewjay https://t.co/IzJku5Wugi
Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark says conference in better shape as Texas, OU depart https://t.co/vIdrjyW1zW
Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark with 12 big topics for conference members #kubball #RockChalk #kufball https://t.co/rC4LTKzXPY via @CJOnline / @Enquirer
Top stories from this morning's D1.ticker: + @CharlieBakerMA, Brett Yormark & more talk March Madness expansion + CFP “on target” for finish line + @DRFrancois1 on financial challenges & Title IX + @jhrubin to step down Read about these stories & more ⬇️
Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark can't wait for the league's future, with Utah, Arizona, ASU, and Colorado joining the conference. https://t.co/KgVMnwbsKa
Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is excited for the future of the league with Arizona, ASU, Colorado, and Utah joining. https://t.co/iQhGP8rvlA
Brett Yormark absolutely hates handing these trophies to the Horns. 😂🤘🏾
Brett Yormark sure has to be tired of handing championship trophies to Texas on national TV.
Expected Brett Yormark to publicly speak in favor today of expanding the NCAA Tournament, as he did in this @YahooSports story from last month about the inevitability of March expansion https://t.co/AI7JHx7mGZ https://t.co/kgiOKqwNVl
Brett Yormark is about to speak at the Big 12 Tournament. But first, a look at the conference’s WWE-style championship belt. https://t.co/CD7ixXTwPV