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ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips Downplays League Exit Talk

ACC commissioner Jim Phillips said he is not focused on hypothetical conference departures involving Clemson, Florida State, Miami and North Carolina. The schools are seeking changes to the Protect College Sports Act that would make it easier for programs to switch leagues.

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ACC commissioner Jim Phillips is not expressing concern over efforts by Clemson, Florida State, Miami and North Carolina to adjust the Protect College Sports Act.

The proposed changes would make it easier for schools to change conferences. Phillips characterized the issue as hypothetical and did not indicate alarm over the possibility of member schools seeking a path to leave the ACC.

ACC Focus Stays on Current Membership

Phillips’ comments come as several prominent ACC programs are tied to discussions about conference movement and potential changes to legislation affecting college sports governance.

Originally reported by ESPN →