{"id":122,"date":"2025-07-03T05:14:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T05:14:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/?p=122"},"modified":"2025-07-03T05:25:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T05:25:16","slug":"mountain-west-conference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/","title":{"rendered":"Mountain West Conference 2025: Full Breakdown of Teams, Divisions &#038; Championship Contenders"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"830\">From late-night college football thrillers to March Madness upsets, the <strong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"620\">Mountain West Conference (MWC)<\/strong> continues to punch above its weight in NCAA athletics. While often flying under the radar compared to the Power 4, this mid-major league boasts elite programs, iconic rivalries, and a growing national profile.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"982\">Whether you&#8217;re a fan of Friday night football, competitive basketball, or the next NFL sleeper pick, the MWC is a conference you can&#8217;t ignore in 2025.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%8C%90_What_Is_the_Mountain_West_Conference\" >\ud83c\udf10 What Is the Mountain West Conference?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#Quick_Facts\" >Quick Facts:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%8F%88_Mountain_West_Football_Underdogs_with_Bite\" >\ud83c\udfc8 Mountain West Football: Underdogs with Bite<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#2025_Football_Highlights\" >2025 Football Highlights:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%8F%80_MWC_Basketball_March_Madness_Sleepers\" >\ud83c\udfc0 MWC Basketball: March Madness Sleepers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#2025_Tournament_Watch\" >2025 Tournament Watch:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%8F%AB_Member_Schools_2025_Lineup\" >\ud83c\udfeb Member Schools (2025 Lineup)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#Mountain_Division\" >Mountain Division:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#West_Division\" >West Division:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%8E%AF_Why_the_Mountain_West_Matters_in_2025\" >\ud83c\udfaf Why the Mountain West Matters in 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%93%86_Key_Games_to_Watch_This_Season\" >\ud83d\udcc6 Key Games to Watch This Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%93%BA_How_to_Follow_Mountain_West_Games\" >\ud83d\udcfa How to Follow Mountain West Games<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%A7%A0_FAQs_About_the_Mountain_West_Conference\" >\ud83e\udde0 FAQs About the Mountain West Conference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#%F0%9F%93%A3_Hosting_a_Mountain_West_Event\" >\ud83d\udce3 Hosting a Mountain West Event?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/mountain-west-conference\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1032\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%90_What_Is_the_Mountain_West_Conference\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf10 What Is the Mountain West Conference?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1262\">The <strong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1066\">Mountain West Conference<\/strong> is a collegiate athletic conference affiliated with NCAA Division I and the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). Formed in 1999, the MWC comprises institutions primarily in the western United States.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1280\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Facts\"><\/span>Quick Facts:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1475\">\n<li data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1302\">\n<p data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1302\"><strong data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1295\">Founded:<\/strong> 1999<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1345\">\n<p data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1345\"><strong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1322\">Headquarters:<\/strong> Colorado Springs, CO<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1385\">\n<p data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1385\"><strong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1372\">Full Members (2025):<\/strong> 12 schools<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1475\">\n<p data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1475\"><strong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1407\">Primary Sports:<\/strong> Football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, soccer, track &amp; field<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1531\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%88_Mountain_West_Football_Underdogs_with_Bite\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfc8 Mountain West Football: Underdogs with Bite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1708\">The MWC is known for producing competitive football programs capable of knocking off bigger names. In fact, Mountain West schools have upset Power 4 teams nearly every season.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1739\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2025_Football_Highlights\"><\/span>2025 Football Highlights:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1909\">\n<li data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1779\">\n<p data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1779\"><strong data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1765\">Defending Champion:<\/strong> Boise State<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1836\">\n<p data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1836\"><strong data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1801\">Top Contenders:<\/strong> Fresno State, Air Force, Wyoming<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1909\">\n<p data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1909\"><strong data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1861\">Championship Game:<\/strong> December 7, 2025 (Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"2056\">Expect another exciting season of late-night <strong data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1982\">Mountain West football<\/strong>, including the popular \u201cMWC After Dark\u201d broadcasts on FS1 and CBS Sports.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2107\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%80_MWC_Basketball_March_Madness_Sleepers\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfc0 MWC Basketball: March Madness Sleepers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2319\">The MWC is also gaining traction in college basketball. With multiple NCAA Tournament appearances in recent years, teams like San Diego State and Nevada continue to elevate the conference&#8217;s national reputation.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2347\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2025_Tournament_Watch\"><\/span>2025 Tournament Watch:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2507\">\n<li data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2375\">\n<p data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2375\"><strong data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2369\">Projected Bids:<\/strong> 2\u20133<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2434\">\n<p data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2434\"><strong data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2392\">Top Teams:<\/strong> San Diego State, Utah State, New Mexico<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2507\">\n<p data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2507\"><strong data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2462\">Championship Tourney:<\/strong> March 2026, Thomas &amp; Mack Center (Las Vegas)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2603\">Watch out for breakout stars and buzzer-beaters \u2014 the Mountain West has become a March staple.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2644\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%AB_Member_Schools_2025_Lineup\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfeb Member Schools (2025 Lineup)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2668\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mountain_Division\"><\/span>Mountain Division:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2759\">\n<li data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2684\">\n<p data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2684\">Boise State<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2699\">\n<p data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2699\">Utah State<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2718\">\n<p data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2718\">Colorado State<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2732\">\n<p data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2732\">Air Force<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2733\" data-end=\"2744\">\n<p data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2744\">Wyoming<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2759\">\n<p data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2759\">New Mexico<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2779\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"West_Division\"><\/span>West Division:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2866\">\n<li data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2796\">\n<p data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2796\">Fresno State<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2797\" data-end=\"2816\">\n<p data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2816\">San Diego State<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2817\" data-end=\"2827\">\n<p data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2827\">Nevada<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2836\">\n<p data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2836\">UNLV<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2847\">\n<p data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2847\">Hawaii<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2866\">\n<p data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2866\">San Jose State<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2868\" data-end=\"2970\">Each of these schools brings unique traditions, fan culture, and athletic excellence to the MWC table.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"3020\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8E%AF_Why_the_Mountain_West_Matters_in_2025\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfaf Why the Mountain West Matters in 2025<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3082\">While it may not be part of the <strong data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3065\">Power 4<\/strong>, the MWC offers:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3381\">\n<li data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3159\">\n<p data-start=\"3086\" data-end=\"3159\"><strong data-start=\"3086\" data-end=\"3109\">Competitive parity:<\/strong> Multiple teams with real championship potential<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3220\">\n<p data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3220\"><strong data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3178\">TV exposure:<\/strong> Weeknight games, national network deals<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3308\">\n<p data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3308\"><strong data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3243\">NFL draft picks:<\/strong> From Josh Allen (Wyoming) to Khalil Mack (Buffalo, former MWC)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3309\" data-end=\"3381\">\n<p data-start=\"3311\" data-end=\"3381\"><strong data-start=\"3311\" data-end=\"3337\">Student-athlete focus:<\/strong> Strong balance of academics and athletics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3557\">Its programs have also pushed for more <strong data-start=\"3422\" data-end=\"3443\">playoff inclusion<\/strong> and increased <strong data-start=\"3458\" data-end=\"3485\">media rights visibility<\/strong>, making it one of the most strategic mid-major conferences in the NCAA.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3600\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%86_Key_Games_to_Watch_This_Season\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcc6 Key Games to Watch This Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"3602\" data-end=\"3866\">\n<li data-start=\"3602\" data-end=\"3669\">\n<p data-start=\"3604\" data-end=\"3669\"><strong data-start=\"3604\" data-end=\"3636\">Boise State vs. Fresno State<\/strong> \u2013 Rivalry &amp; title implications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3670\" data-end=\"3741\">\n<p data-start=\"3672\" data-end=\"3741\"><strong data-start=\"3672\" data-end=\"3704\">Air Force vs. Colorado State<\/strong> \u2013 Battle for the Ram-Falcon Trophy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3742\" data-end=\"3809\">\n<p data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3809\"><strong data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3774\">San Diego State vs. Nevada<\/strong> \u2013 Basketball seeding on the line<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3810\" data-end=\"3866\">\n<p data-start=\"3812\" data-end=\"3866\"><strong data-start=\"3812\" data-end=\"3837\">MWC Championship Game<\/strong> \u2013 December showdown in Vegas<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3868\" data-end=\"3963\">These matchups will heavily shape standings and postseason outcomes in football and basketball.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3970\" data-end=\"4009\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%BA_How_to_Follow_Mountain_West_Games\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcfa How to Follow Mountain West Games<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4032\"><strong data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4030\">Streaming &amp; TV:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4033\" data-end=\"4140\">\n<li data-start=\"4033\" data-end=\"4055\">\n<p data-start=\"4035\" data-end=\"4055\">CBS Sports Network<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4056\" data-end=\"4080\">\n<p data-start=\"4058\" data-end=\"4080\">FS1 &amp; Fox Sports App<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4081\" data-end=\"4114\">\n<p data-start=\"4083\" data-end=\"4114\">Mountain West Digital Network<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4115\" data-end=\"4140\">\n<p data-start=\"4117\" data-end=\"4140\">ESPN+ for select events<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4158\"><strong data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4156\">In-Person:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4159\" data-end=\"4318\">\n<li data-start=\"4159\" data-end=\"4208\">\n<p data-start=\"4161\" data-end=\"4208\">Affordable tickets &amp; great campus atmospheres<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4209\" data-end=\"4256\">\n<p data-start=\"4211\" data-end=\"4256\">Family-friendly and alumni-packed tailgates<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4257\" data-end=\"4318\">\n<p data-start=\"4259\" data-end=\"4318\">Easy access in states like Nevada, Colorado, and New Mexico<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4325\" data-end=\"4370\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A7%A0_FAQs_About_the_Mountain_West_Conference\"><\/span>\ud83e\udde0 FAQs About the Mountain West Conference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4372\" data-end=\"4486\"><strong data-start=\"4372\" data-end=\"4431\">Q1. How many teams are in the Mountain West Conference?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4431\" data-end=\"4434\" \/>12 full members compete in all major sports in 2025.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4488\" data-end=\"4613\"><strong data-start=\"4488\" data-end=\"4535\">Q2. What states are represented in the MWC?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4535\" data-end=\"4538\" \/>California, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Hawaii, and Idaho.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4615\" data-end=\"4702\"><strong data-start=\"4615\" data-end=\"4651\">Q3. Does the MWC have divisions?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4651\" data-end=\"4654\" \/>Yes \u2014 Mountain and West, primarily for football.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4704\" data-end=\"4855\"><strong data-start=\"4704\" data-end=\"4760\">Q4. Can MWC teams make the College Football Playoff?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4760\" data-end=\"4763\" \/>While difficult, the expanded playoff format opens a possible path for undefeated champions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4857\" data-end=\"4898\"><strong data-start=\"4857\" data-end=\"4896\">Q5. Who are some famous MWC alumni?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4899\" data-end=\"5005\">\n<li data-start=\"4899\" data-end=\"4929\">\n<p data-start=\"4901\" data-end=\"4929\">Josh Allen (Wyoming \u2013 NFL)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4930\" data-end=\"4971\">\n<p data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"4971\">Kawhi Leonard (San Diego State \u2013 NBA)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4972\" data-end=\"5005\">\n<p data-start=\"4974\" data-end=\"5005\">Derek Carr (Fresno State \u2013 NFL)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"5012\" data-end=\"5048\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%A3_Hosting_a_Mountain_West_Event\"><\/span>\ud83d\udce3 Hosting a Mountain West Event?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5050\" data-end=\"5208\">Whether you&#8217;re organizing a <strong data-start=\"5078\" data-end=\"5102\">sports-themed meetup<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"5104\" data-end=\"5123\">alumni tailgate<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"5128\" data-end=\"5148\">academic seminar<\/strong> featuring MWC schools, Events Notification has you covered.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5344\" data-end=\"5362\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5364\" data-end=\"5595\">In 2025, the <strong data-start=\"5377\" data-end=\"5405\">Mountain West Conference<\/strong> is more than a regional league \u2014 it\u2019s a national disruptor. From high-stakes football to bracket-busting basketball, the MWC offers drama, tradition, and talent worth watching every season.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5597\" data-end=\"5717\">\ud83d\udc49 Stay informed, support your school, and list your Mountain West Conference events only at <a href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\"><strong data-start=\"5690\" data-end=\"5716\">EventsNotification.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From late-night college football thrillers to March Madness upsets, the Mountain West Conference (MWC) continues to punch above its weight in NCAA athletics. 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