Maryland to Big Ten: ACC Commissioner John Swofford's statement

Atlantic Coast Conference Commissioner John Swofford released the following statement Monday regarding the University of Maryland's planned move to the Big Ten conference.

"Our best wishes are extended to all of the people associated with the University of Maryland. Since our inception, they have been an outstanding member of our conference and we are sorry to see them exit. For the past 60 years the Atlantic Coast Conference has exhibited leadership in academics and athletics. This is our foundation…