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Grand Canyon University Joins Mountain West Conference Early

7/9/2025

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Grand Canyon University (GCU) is set to make a bold leap into the Mountain West Conference on July 8, 2025, a year ahead of schedule. As the conference's 12th member, GCU will compete in all sports except football, marking a significant step in its quest to elevate its presence in college athletics after leaving the West Coast Conference.

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Grand Canyon University (GCU) is set to make a bold leap into the Mountain West Conference on July 8, 2025, a year ahead of schedule. As the conference's 12th member, GCU will compete in all sports except football, marking a significant step in its quest to elevate its presence in college athletics after leaving the West Coast Conference.