The Big 12 Conference has established a new agreement with the Valero Alamo Bowl to extend the existing relationship through 2025.
The six-year extension, which starts in 2019, will ensure the Valero Alamo Bowl continues to feature the first choice of a team from the Big 12 after the College Football Playoff makes its selections.
“The Conference’s long-standing relationship with the Valero Alamo Bowl has produced some unforgettable games,” said Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby. “The Valero Alamo Bowl and San Antonio have been terrific hosts for our member institutions and their fans, and we are excited to join the Pac-12 to continue our relationship through 2025.”
The Big 12 has sent a team to San Antonio to compete in the Valero Alamo Bowl every season since it began play in 1996.
Additionally, the Valero Alamo Bowl has also extended its agreement with the Pac-12 Conference under the same parameters. The Valero Alamo Bowl is currently in the third of a six-year agreement with both conferences.
The Valero Alamo Bowl reached a 10-year extension with ESPN last year to continue its relationship that began with the inaugural game in 1993. The agreement starts with the 2016 Valero Alamo Bowl this December and includes broadcasting rights to the game across ESPN’s platforms through 2025.
“Our Big 12 vs. Pac-12 match-up featuring their top teams outside of the CFP on ESPN has produced tremendous results for our community,” said Lamont Jefferson, Chairman of the Valero Alamo Bowl. “The Valero Alamo Bowl and San Antonio are celebrating the announcement that this winning relationship will continue through the 2025 season.”
— Big 12 Press Release —
