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University of Washington asks court to dismiss Oregon State, Washington State's suit against Pac-12

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The University of Washington asked a court to dismiss the lawsuit brought against the Pac-12 by Oregon State and Washington State. The Pacific Northwest schools are seeking to prevent the conference’s departing members from standing in the way of their efforts to rebuild the league. A mediation process is ongoing between Oregon State and Washington State and the 10 departing Pac-12 members, according to the court filings. But two schools believe that shouldn’t stop the court case from proceeding

Oregon State defensive lineman Isaac Hodgins, center, celebrates with teammates after scoring on a touchdown reception against California during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Berkeley, Calif. Washington State running back Nakia Watson, right, celebrates his touchdown with offensive lineman Konner Gomness during the second half of an NCAA college football game against UCLA, Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Pasadena, Calif.

“The departing schools continue to undermine our efforts to secure the future of the Pac-12 Conference. They are relying on flimsy arguments to try to escape accountability for their actions,” Oregon State and Washington State said in a statement.QB Riley Leonard’s status is unclear for No. 17 Duke vs.

The departing schools also contend they have not officially withdrawn from the conference until they have given written notice. The judge did allow the conference to conduct day-to-day business, saying any decisions need to be made by unanimous vote. That provided short-term relief for Oregon State and Washington State.Lawyers for Oregon State and Washington State said the schools fear outgoing members might try to dissolve the conference, which takes a three-quarters majority vote.

 

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