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Big 12 commissioner declines to address Sorsby gambling saga and describes league as `16 strong'
By Stephen Hawkins, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 7, 2026
· 5 min read
Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark wanted to talk Tuesday about the league's upcoming season, not the Brendan Sorsby gambling saga at Texas Tech that led to a lot of legal wrangling and a since-dismissed court order that had sent shockwaves through college sports. Even though that was the first th...
Key takeaway "Today is about celebrating the upcoming football season and celebrating our 16 schools.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The Big 12 commissioner's decision to sidestep the Sorsby gambling saga at Texas Tech has significant implications for Alamo Heights residents who follow college sports. As a community within the San Antonio area, many locals take pride in the athletic achievements of nearby universities, including those in the Big 12 conference. The commissioner's emphasis on the league moving forward as "16 strong" suggests that Texas Tech will not face punishment for the Sorsby incident, at least for now. This development may be of particular interest to Alamo Heights residents who value fair play and sportsmanship in college athletics. The fact that the Big 12 conference is choosing to focus on the upcoming football season rather than addressing the controversy surrounding Sorsby's gambling activities may raise questions about the league's priorities and how they will impact local fans.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark wanted to talk Tuesday about the league's upcoming season, not the Brendan Sorsby gambling saga at Texas Tech that led to a lot of legal wrangling and a since-dismissed court order that had sent shockwaves through college sports. Even though that was the first th...
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