Conference USA
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Conference USA (C-USA or CUSA) is a collegiate athletic conference whose member institutions are located within the Southern United States. The conference participates in the NCAA Division I in sports, with its football teams competing in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS).
History[edit | edit source]
Conference USA was founded in 1995 through the merger of the Metro Conference and the Great Midwest Conference. The conference's headquarters are located in Irving, Texas. Over the years, the conference has seen several changes in its membership, with schools joining and leaving for other conferences.
Member Schools[edit | edit source]
As of 2023, Conference USA consists of 14 member institutions:
- Charlotte 49ers
- Florida Atlantic Owls
- Florida International Panthers
- Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- Marshall Thundering Herd
- Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
- North Texas Mean Green
- Old Dominion Monarchs
- Rice Owls
- Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- UAB Blazers
- UTEP Miners
- UTSA Roadrunners
- Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
Sports[edit | edit source]
Conference USA sponsors competition in the following sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and diving
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Volleyball
Championships[edit | edit source]
Conference USA holds annual championships in various sports, with the winners often receiving automatic bids to the NCAA tournaments. The conference is known for its competitive balance and has produced several notable athletes and teams over the years.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
Member institutions boast a variety of athletic facilities, including stadiums, arenas, and training centers. These facilities are used for both competition and training purposes.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
Conference USA has produced numerous athletes who have gone on to professional careers in sports, including NFL, NBA, and MLB players.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- NCAA Division I
- NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision
- Metro Conference
- Great Midwest Conference
- List of Conference USA football champions
- List of Conference USA men's basketball champions
External Links[edit | edit source]
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