Big Quote by Lou Holtz
“If you made me the national commissioner of football, I'd tell you one thing that I would mandate. The second Saturday in September, we're going to have conference day. Everybody from the SEC plays a Big 12 team. Everybody from the Big Ten is going to play the ACC. Everybody from the Big East is going to play the Pac-10.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 1990s
The speaker proposes a nationwide college football schedule to increase competition and excitement by pairing teams from different conferences each September.
In simple terms: Create a cross‑conference football schedule.
Implement a national conference‑mix schedule.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- college athletics administration
- broadcast negotiations
- fan engagement events
- ticket sales strategies
- team travel planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Would a mixed schedule improve fan interest?
- How would teams handle travel demands?
Logistical complexity and resistance from conferences could hinder adoption.