The Pac-12 conference recently announced that its existing bowl game agreements will remain in place until the 2025 season. This is good news for Oregon State and Washington State, the two remaining Pac-12 schools after the conference underwent realignment last summer. They will still have the opportunity to participate in postseason events.
Merton Hanks, the Pac-12 executive associate commissioner of football operations, expressed his excitement about the continuation of these agreements. He mentioned that student-athletes from both schools will still have the chance to compete in top-tier postseason events, just like they have in the past.
Each of the Pac-12’s bowl partners will follow their agreed-upon selection process when choosing teams to participate in their respective bowls. The conference had previously entered into six-year agreements with these bowl games, ensuring stability in postseason opportunities for the teams until 2025.
Collaboration with other conferences such as the ACC, Big 12, and Big Ten was crucial in securing agreements for bowls like the Holiday Bowl, Independence Bowl, Las Vegas Bowl, LA Bowl, Sun Bowl, Alamo Bowl, and the ESPN bowl pool. The Rose Bowl, which is now part of the College Football Playoff, will play host to a quarterfinal and semifinal game in the new 12-team format.
Merton Hanks expressed gratitude towards all parties involved in making these agreements possible, including the College Football Playoff and the various conferences. The cooperation among these entities was essential in ensuring that these postseason events could continue as planned.
Overall, this news is a positive development for Oregon State and Washington State, as well as college football fans who look forward to watching these teams compete in postseason bowl games. The continuation of these agreements provides stability and opportunities for student-athletes to showcase their talents on a national stage. It is a testament to the collaborative efforts of multiple parties working together to support college football and its traditions.