JMU to leave Sun Belt and join American Conference by 2028

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Local Events · Virginia · October 12, 2026

From WRIC Richmond

James Madison University has been accepted into the American Conference and will become a full member no later than July, 1, 2028, the university announced on Monday, Oct. 12.

Reported by WRIC Richmond, October 12, 2026. Read the full story at WRIC Richmond →

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