![]() These states are fertile for recruiting students and student-athletes alike who fit Liberty's mission." The ASUN footprint will allow Liberty to further extend our brand into New Jersey, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Florida. "Moreover, we are deeply appreciative to Commissioner Ted Gumbart, the ASUN leadership and member institutions for this opportunity. "On behalf of our coaches, staff and student-athletes, we are excited and honored to join the ASUN as our all-sports conference," added Liberty Director of Athletics Ian McCaw. With Liberty joining the ASUN, the league resides in six states and features eight of the top-80 media markets in the nation. The ASUN expands its footprint into the state of Virginia for the first time in conference history. “Liberty and Lipscomb are unique in the conference as we are both intentionally Christian universities, which is a strong benefit to our institution.” “They impressed me as serious in their work to create an excellent academic and athletic environment but also - like Lipscomb - a vibrant Christian community,” said Lowry. Last summer Lowry visited Liberty University’s senior leadership team as well as its athletic administrators. The ASUN is a progressive conference made up of high quality academic institutions and highly competitive athletics programs that will elevate Liberty's national profile." "I want to thank the ASUN Presidents and Commissioner Ted Gumbart for their support and warm welcome. "On behalf of Liberty University, we gratefully accept the invitation to join the ASUN Conference on July 1, 2018," stated Liberty University President Jerry Falwell. Liberty's Swimming & Diving program will continue to compete in the CCSA, while the Flames' Field Hockey team is a member of the Big East. Liberty fields 17 sports sponsored by the ASUN, while the Flames' Football program will continue as an FBS Independent. ![]() ![]() As we celebrate this new relationship, we salute the alumni, the faculty, the donors, the parents, the coaches, all the teammates who contribute to the athletic, academic, and ultimately, the lifelong success of our graduates." "Together, we play a role in higher education and providing a lifelong learning experience to university students. "This is a very proud day for the ASUN as we begin a partnership with the entire Liberty University community," said Gumbart. “We look forward to welcoming the Liberty Flames to our campus and sending the Bison Herd to Virginia next year,” continued Lowry.ĪSUN Conference Commissioner Ted Gumbart said the conference is excited about the announcement. ![]() “We are excited about the announcement that Liberty University will be joining our conference,” said Lipscomb University President L. The Flames will become a member of the ASUN Conference starting with the 2018-19 season alongside the University of North Alabama, bringing the ASUN membership up to nine. The ASUN Conference announced today the induction of Liberty University into the league after a unanimous vote by the ASUN Presidents Council. ![]()
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