American Conference discusses basketball-specific spending floor for schools

The American Conference is exploring a minimum spending threshold for basketball, according to commissioner Tim Pernetti. At a media event on July 24, he noted the conference is assessing its initial $10 million investment threshold established in 2025 and may consider higher standards. Pernetti emphasized the need for greater investment in basketball to improve the program, which has struggled as a one-bid league in recent years. Changes in scheduling and collaboration with advisor Mike Tranghese are also part of the strategy to enhance basketball's competitive status within the conference.

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