The New South Athletic Conference expanded its membership and its footprint in a big way by accepting Lighthouse Christian College of Gulf Breeze, Florida as a full member effective immediately.

Wayne Albury, longtime athletic director at NAIA-member Peru State in Nebraska, has accepted the same position at LCC. “We are excited to join the New South Conference and compete for recognition both athletically and academically,” said Albury.

“This is a big step for the New South,” said NSAC commissioner Mike Davis. “By growing our footprint into Florida, we are planning for the future of the conference. Our current member schools are united in their support of bringing Lighthouse into the fold and building a solid foundation for the future. Lighthouse has strong leadership with a solid educational pedigree in the Florida Panhandle. The Makos will certainly make a splash right away.”

LCC will participate in men’s basketball and baseball beginning this fall.