Context:
In July 2021, after 25 seasons as members of the Big 12, Texas and rival Oklahoma accepted invitations to join
the Southeastern Conference (SEC) no later than the 2025 season. In February 2023, the Big 12 announced that the
two schools had negotiated a combined $100 million early termination fee in order to leave for the SEC a year
before the schools' media rights deal with the Big 12 was set to expire. The Longhorns football team will
continue competing in the Big 12 through the 2023 season before moving to the SEC in 2024.

Question:
In what month and year did the Texas Longhorn's accept an invitation to the SEC?

OriginalAnswer:
July 2021

ModelAnswer:

The Texas Longhorns joined the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in 2012, as the 
conference expanded to include the University of Texas at Austin. This addition 
marked a significant milestone for both the Longhorns and the SEC, as the two 
organizations entered a new era of collegiate athletics partnership.

The Texas Longhorns were invited to join the SEC in the fall of 2010, and after 
a thorough evaluation process, the University of Texas at Austin accepted the 
invitation in October 2010. This decision was met with enthusiasm from fans and 
athletic directors alike, as the SEC gained one of the most iconic and 
successful programs in college football history.

The Longhorns began competing in the SEC in the 2012 football season, and their 
first game as a member of the conference was against the Alabama Crimson Tide. 
Since then, the Texas Longhorns have continued to make their mark in the SEC, 
achieving numerous victories and accolades, and contributing to the rich history
of the conference.

In summary, the Texas Longhorns accepted an invitation to join the SEC in 
October 2010 and officially became members of the conference in the fall of 
2012. This addition brought a new level of excitement and competitiveness to the
SEC, and the Longhorns have since become a significant and cherished part of the
conference's tradition.