To maintain competitive numbers, the conference has added University of Southern Indiana (USI) , Lindenwood , Little Rock , and Western Illinois . 3. Media and Broadcasting (2025-2026 Season)
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Tennessee Tech has announced it will officially leave the OVC to join the Southern Conference in July 2026. To maintain competitive numbers, the conference has added