Breaking News: Historic Changes Coming to ACC, Hurricanes Athletics
Major Shifts Expected in Football and Basketball
The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) is poised to undergo significant changes that will reshape the landscape of college football and basketball.
Football: Miami Hurricanes Departure, Coastal Division Reshuffle
- Miami Hurricanes set to leave the ACC for the Big 12 Conference.
- Virginia Tech and Louisville to move from the Coastal Division to the Atlantic Division.
- Boston College and Syracuse to join the Coastal Division from the Atlantic Division.
Basketball: Jim Larrañaga Retires, Miami Seeks New Coach
- Longtime Miami Hurricanes basketball coach Jim Larrañaga retires after 15 seasons.
- Miami Hurricanes begin search for a new head coach.
- Top candidates include former Kansas coach Bill Self and current Gonzaga coach Mark Few.
These changes are expected to be officially announced in the coming weeks and will take effect in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Why the ACC is Realigning
- ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips seeks to enhance the conference's competitiveness in college football.
- Miami Hurricanes' departure for the Big 12 opens up opportunities for other ACC teams.
- Coastal Division reshuffle aims to balance divisional strengths.
Impact on College Football and Basketball
These changes will have a ripple effect on college football and basketball:
- ACC football landscape will be significantly altered, with Miami Hurricanes' departure.
- Coastal Division competition will become more competitive with the addition of Boston College and Syracuse.
- Miami Hurricanes basketball team will seek a new identity under a new head coach.
- ACC basketball landscape will remain strong, despite Larrañaga's retirement.
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