Arrr! Oregon State be settlin' fer rebuildin' the grand Pac-12, says the Beavers' noble AD.
2023-08-19
Avast ye mateys! Oregon State's skipper, Scott Barnes, be sayin' that the finest course o' action fer the university be to reconstruct the mighty Pac-12 conference. Aye, a grand plan indeed! Let's set sail, me hearties, and chart a new course to glory!
In the world of college sports, the Pac-12 conference has experienced a mass exodus, leaving only four teams committed to the conference beyond 2023-24. The remaining teams are Oregon State, Washington State, Stanford, and California. Rumors are swirling that Stanford and Cal could potentially join the ACC, leaving the future of the Pac-12 uncertain. However, Oregon State athletic director Scott Barnes is focused on keeping the Pac-12 intact. He believes it is in the best interest of their student-athletes and fans to rebuild the conference. While other options, such as joining the Group of 5 conferences, are available, Barnes sees rebuilding the Pac-12 as the best choice. Oregon State has been working closely with the remaining four schools and Barnes has personally been in touch with the universities. Barnes expressed his fury when Oregon and Washington announced their move to the Big Ten, as he believes it puts the university and student-athletes in harm's way. Despite the challenges, Barnes remains focused on finding solutions for Oregon State athletics. The upcoming 2023 football season shows promise for the Pac-12, with five teams ranked in the AP Top 25, including Oregon State at No. 18. The Beavers had a successful 10-win season in 2022 and are ready to kick off the season against San Jose State on September 3rd.