The Mountain West Conference (MWC) recently announced that it has agreed to reinstate San Diego State University (SDSU) and provide the school with $6.6 million in withheld funds. This agreement comes after a long-standing dispute between the two parties over the university’s decision to leave the conference in 2020.
The dispute began when SDSU announced its intention to join the Big West Conference in 2020. The MWC argued that this move violated the conference’s bylaws, which require members to give at least one year’s notice before leaving. As a result, the MWC withheld $6.6 million in exit fees from SDSU.
However, after months of negotiations, the two sides have finally reached an agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, SDSU will be reinstated to the MWC and will receive the $6.6 million in withheld funds. In addition, the university will be allowed to keep its share of television revenue from the 2020-2021 academic year.
The agreement is a win-win for both parties. For SDSU, it means that they will receive the money they are owed and can continue to compete in the MWC. For the MWC, it means that they can retain a valuable member and avoid a costly legal battle.
The agreement is a testament to the power of compromise and negotiation. It shows that even when two sides have different interests, they can still come together and find a solution that works for both of them. It is a reminder that even in difficult times, it is possible to reach an agreement that is beneficial for all involved.
