"Our immediate priority was solidifying the membership of the Mountain West. Now our focus turns to our collective future on behalf of our student-athletes," MWC commissioner Gloria Nevarez said in a statement. "The agreements announced today mark a historic moment for the Mountain West and provide much-needed stability and clarity as the world of intercollegiate athletics continues to evolve rapidly. We are excited about our future and are executing our next steps in expanding the Mountain West."
In its own statement, UNLV said it expects a lump-sum payment from the Mountain West of between $10 million-$14 million in 2025, with additional payments between $1.5 million-$1.8 million over a six-year period starting in July 2026.
"The league is a genuine brand and an established product," UNLV athletic director Erick Harper said. "Increased revenues are a vital factor. A reliable financial future is essential for the stability of the institution and its athletics program."
The Mountain West has received signed commitments from its seven remaining member schools to stay in the conference, with all of them agreeing to execute grant of media rights from 2026 to 2032.
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