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MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills Secures 5-Year Extension
5 Aug
Summary
- Commissioner Sonja Stills inked a contract extension through 2031.
- She expanded championship sports from 14 to 16, adding new women's sports.
- Stills also launched the MEAC Network streaming platform and secured ESPN deals.
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has extended the contract of its commissioner, Sonja Stills, through 2031, securing five more years of her leadership. Stills, who has led the conference since 2022, has been instrumental in its recent growth and increased visibility.
Under her guidance, the MEAC has expanded its championship sports roster from 14 to 16. This expansion includes the notable addition of women's golf and women's flag football. Stills has focused on raising the profile of the MEAC and its member Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Furthermore, Stills oversaw the successful launch of the MEAC Network, the conference's dedicated streaming platform. Her leadership has also resulted in the negotiation of crucial media and corporate partnerships, including significant long-term agreements with ESPN and ESPN Events, enhancing the conference's reach and financial stability.
