Mountain West seeks to rebuild reputation after recent losses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Mountain West Conference faces challenges after five schools, including Boise State and San Diego State, departed for the Pac-12, taking with them a majority of the conference's championship titles. These exits significantly affected the conference's visibility and competitive. In the 2025-26 season, Pac-12 teams captured 21 of the 31 Mountain West championships. To recover, the Mountain West must strengthen its member programs' performances, particularly in men's basketball and football, to restore its status in college sports.
- •Five Mountain West schools left for the Pac-12, impacting visibility.
- •Pac-12 teams won 21 of 31 Mountain West titles last season.
- •The Mountain West lost significant bowl and March Madness appearances.
- •Rebuilding efforts depend on improving performance among remaining teams.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Mountain West’s Reputation is in Shambles, But There is a Way Back to Mid-Major Fame Once More
"While the shadow it’s in is huge, the Mountain West can climb the ladder once more
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