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MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills agreed to a five-year contract extension through 2031. The conference has grown to 16 championship sports under her leadership.

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MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills agreed to a five-year contract extension through 2031. The conference has grown to 16 championship sports under her leadership.

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