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MEAC Signs Commissioner Sonja Stills to a 5-Year Extension Through 2031
The extension follows growth in championship sports, media exposure and partnerships with ESPN, as Stills has led the conference since 2022.
- On Tuesday, The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference announced a five-year contract extension for Commissioner Sonja Stills, keeping her at the helm through 2031.
- Since assuming her role on Jan. 1, 2022, Stills has driven growth by expanding championship offerings from 14 to 16 sports, including women's golf and women's flag football.
- Under her leadership, the conference secured long-term media agreements with ESPN and ESPN Events, while establishing the MEAC Foundation to support scholarships across eight member schools.
- Norfolk State President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston praised Stills' "collaborative approach" and "strategic vision," noting her dedication has "strengthened our conference and reinforced its proud tradition of excellence."
- The conference plans to strengthen its national position through marquee events like the Celebration Bowl, while Stills represents HBCU interests with the NCAA and Congressional Black Caucus.
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MEAC signs Commissioner Sonja Stills to a 5-year extension through 2031
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference has signed Commissioner Sonja Stills to a five-year contract extension through 2031. The conference made the announcement on Tuesday.
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MEAC signs commissioner to five-year extension
NORFOLK, Va. – The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) announced on Tuesday that Commissioner Sonja Stills has agreed to a five-year contract extension that will keep her at the helm of the conference through 2031.“Commissioner Stills has been a steadfast advocate for our student-athletes, championing excellence not only in competition but also in academics, leadership, and personal development,” said Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston, president of No…
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