💨 Abstract

On July 1, 2026, Tennessee Tech will join the Southern Conference, leaving the Ohio Valley Conference after 77 years. The move aims to boost athletic aspirations and create new geographic rivalries. The Southern Conference will then consist of 11 teams. Tennessee Tech, ranked No. 22, is a strong contender, having finished 7-5 and 6-2 in the previous season. The school emphasizes the balance between athletic success and academic achievement.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff