Coach Mike Rigell: \u0022As we continue to review the situation and explore options, the student\u002Dathlete experience remains our priority.\u0022
On its website Wednesday, the school posted a letter from coach Mike Rigell that stated that the Lone Star Conference will not be renewing the affiliate membership agreement with SFU and that the upcoming 2023 season will be the final year for the Red Leafs in that loop.Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion delivered straight to your inbox at 7 a.m., Monday to Friday.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
SFU moved to NCAA Div. II in 2010 and has struggled in football in their time at that level. They’re 4-34 over the last four seasons.Article content The NCAA DII landscape has changed over the last several years, which has resulted in only three NCAA Division II football programs remaining in Division II west of Colorado. Over the past few years, we have been working diligently to find a conference for football, and while we were pleased to find a place to compete, participating in the LSC has resulted in a challenging situation for athletes, largely due to extensive travel required and the need to cross the border.
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