Statement from Northeast Conference Commissioner Noreen Morris regarding Bryant University:

"Today, the Northeast Conference Council of Presidents was informed by the president of Bryant University of its decision to withdraw from the NEC as of June 30, 2022.

"While we are disappointed by this news, we thank Bryant for its 14-year partnership with the NEC. We wish Bryant's coaches and student-athletes only the best as they complete their final few months of NEC regular season and championship competition and transition to the America East Conference in 2022-23.

"The Northeast Conference is excited about its future and the possibilities that lie ahead. Over the past year, the NEC Presidents have been actively involved in membership expansion planning with a focus on attracting institutions that support the NEC’s strategic goals and position the league in terms of strength and stability.  We look forward to rolling out that plan in the near future.”