The West Coast Conference announced today that Brigham Young University has formally accepted an invitation to join the WCC with competition to begin in the 2011-12 academic year.
“The West Coast Conference is excited to welcome Brigham Young University as our ninth member institution,” University of Portland President and WCC Presidents’ Council Chair Rev. E. William Beauchamp said. “In BYU, we are adding a private, faith-based institution with a strong academic reputation and tradition of excellence in athletics. We feel they will be a good athletic fit with our programs that are annually challenging for post-season appearances and national championships. We are looking forward to working with BYU in the months and years ahead.”