A judge granted Oregon State and Washington State a preliminary injunction Tuesday in their legal battle with 10 departing Pac-12 schools, giving the Pacific Northwest rivals control of the conference and millions of dollars in assets.
“Oregon State and Washington State will be the sole members of the board,” Libey said, ruling quickly after hearing arguments for about 2 1/2 hours.
Political Cartoons View All 1247 ImagesThe outgoing Pac-12 schools said they will appeal the ruling.
Washington State athletic director Pat Chun and university president Kirk Schulz attended the hearing, along with Barnes.
The clock is ticking for Oregon State and Washington State to make definitive plans for next season.
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