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Big Ten plans boycott of Texas Tech in all sports amid controversy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:01 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Big Ten plans boycott of Texas Tech in all sports amid controversy
Summary

The Big Ten is preparing to implement a league-wide mandate to boycott Texas Tech across all sports. This decision follows Nebraska AD Troy Dannen's directive to prohibit scheduling games against Texas Tech. The controversy stems from the eligibility ruling of Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby, shocking many coaches and athletic directors and leading to widespread disapproval within the conference. The exact timeline for the mandate's implementation has not been outlined, but discussions are expected to take place in the coming days.

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  • •Big Ten officials are discussing a boycott of Texas Tech.
  • •Nebraska AD informed staff about the scheduling prohibition.
  • •The controversy involves Brendan Sorsby's eligibility ruling.
  • •Coaches and athletic directors express strong disapproval.
  • •Discussions on the mandate are expected soon.
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  • 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Big Ten to boycott Texas Tech; 2 Buckeyes make US Open
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