Texas State to Pac-12: Move Imminent?
- Texas State University is on the verge of joining the Pac-12, initiating a board of regents meeting for Monday to finalize the move, sources say.
- The Pac-12 and Texas State are expected to complete the agreement soon, with the move impacting all sports starting in the 2026-27 school year.
- Texas state has been a frontrunner to become the Pac-12's eighth football-playing member.
Get ready! Texas State University is on the cusp of a major upgrade, set to join the Pac-12 conference. Sources confirm the Bobcats are finalizing plans, with a board meeting scheduled to seal the deal, which will impact all sports beginning in the 2026-27 academic year. This strategic move positions Texas State as the eighth football member,addressing a crucial deadline. The addition provides the pac-12 with a meaningful presence in texas, and the Bobcats’ recent success makes them a formidable competitor. Read more from News Directory 3, where we cover everything from collegiate moves to the evolving landscape of athletic conferences. The official proclamation is anticipated soon. Discover what’s next …
Texas State Bobcats Expected to Join Pac-12 Conference
Updated June 28, 2025
Texas State University is on the verge of joining the Pac-12, initiating a board of regents meeting for Monday to finalize the move, sources say. The Texas State Bobcats alerted Sun Belt officials about the formal Pac-12 offer and their intention to accept.
The Pac-12 and Texas State are expected to complete the agreement soon, with the move impacting all sports starting in the 2026-27 school year. An official proclamation is anticipated after Monday’s meeting. State law requires 72 hours’ notice for a board of regents meeting, allowing Texas State to hold the final meeting on Monday.
Texas state has been a frontrunner to become the Pac-12’s eighth football-playing member. Gonzaga University is set to join as the ninth member, but without a football program. the move addresses a critical deadline for Texas State, as the exit fee to join the Pac-12 doubles from $5 million to $10 million on July 1.board approval is needed to pay the fee before the increase.
The Pac-12 needed an eighth football member to maintain its status as an FBS conference in 2026. Texas State will join Oregon State, Washington State, Boise State, San Diego State, Colorado State, Utah State, and Fresno State.
The addition of Texas State highlights the university’s athletic potential and provides the Pac-12 with a foothold in the talent-rich state of Texas. The university, with over 40,000 students, is located between Austin and San Antonio.
The Bobcats are coming off consecutive 8-5 seasons, including two bowl victories under coach G.J.Kinne. Texas State will open the 2025 season against Eastern michigan, with their first Pac-12 game scheduled against Texas in 2026.this strategic move enhances the Pac-12 conference and elevates Texas State’s athletic profile.
What’s next
The Texas State board of regents will meet Monday to formally approve the move to the Pac-12. An official announcement is expected shortly thereafter, solidifying the conference’s lineup for the 2026-27 season.