Big East Commissioner Tranghese Steps Down

By: Kevin Duffy

Posted: 6/9/08

Big East Commissioner Mike Tranghese will resign from his position effective June 30, 2009.

In addition to being commissioner of the league, Tranghese was the Big East's first full-time employee when he was hired in 1979.

"I have been privileged to work with outstanding Presidents and athletic directors for nearly 30 years," Tranghese said. "Looking back to when Dave Gavitt created the conference, it is truly amazing how far we have come."

Shortly after becoming commissioner in 1990, Tranghese orchestrated the creation of Big East football and also expanded the league to 16 teams in both men's and women's basketball, which makes it the largest conference in the country.

He has also served as a chairman for NCAA Selection committee and lead administrator for the Bowl Championship Series.

Contact Kevin Duffy at Kevin.R.Duffy@UConn.edu.