Emory & Henry announces move to NCAA Division II status and membership in South Atlantic Conference

Leaders at Emory & Henry College have announced the NCAA’s approval for a provisional move from Division III to Division II beginning in 2022.

The divisional jump will also include Emory’s move to the South Atlantic Conference where the Wasps will compete in 19 of the league’s sports along with 13 other schools including Carson Newman University, Tusculum, and fellow local rival the University of Virginia’s College at Wise.

Athletic Director Anne Crutchfield said Emory & Henry had worked on the transition to Division II for the past 18 months. If certain benchmarks are met, Emory will become a full member in August of 2024.

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