Southeastern Conference (SEC) Overview

This set of flashcards covers key concepts and historical milestones related to the Southeastern Conference (SEC), including its formation, membership changes, television contracts, revenue sharing, and network launch.

Southeastern Conference (SEC)

A collegiate athletic conference in the United States, formed on December 9, 1932.

SEC Formation

The SEC was formed when 13 schools left the Southern Conference due to geographic proximity.

SEC Expansion 1991

In 1991, the SEC added Arkansas and South Carolina, increasing its membership to 12.

Texas A&M and Missouri Joining SEC

Texas A&M was accepted into the SEC in September 2011, and Missouri followed in November 2021.

SEC Membership Growth

Texas and Oklahoma agreed to join the SEC as the 15th and 16th teams, with official membership starting on July 1, 2024.

SEC Television Contracts

In 1994, the SEC entered a significant broadcasting contract with CBS and ESPN, subsequently renegotiated in 2008.

ESPN Contract Increase

In 2020, SEC negotiated with ESPN for a rights fee increase to approximately $325 million per year after CBS contract expiration.

SEC Revenue Sharing

The SEC has equal revenue sharing among its members from various conference revenues.

SEC Network Launch

Launched in August 2014, it became the most successful cable network launch in history.

Grant of Rights

The SEC has no grant of rights, allowing members to leave without exit fees until the change in policy in 2021.