NCAA announces Wichita as second host city for men's basketball tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 6:33 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The NCAA has named Wichita, Kansas, as the second host city for the Opening Round of the Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament in 2027 and 2028, joining Dayton, Ohio. This decision follows the NCAA's expansion of the tournament field from 68 to 76 teams. Both cities will host three games on the respective Tuesdays and Wednesdays after Selection Sunday. NCAA officials believe Wichita's inclusion will help attract teams from various regions of the country. The UD Arena in Dayton has hosted the most tournament games in history, with 145 to date.
- •Wichita joins Dayton as a host city for the opening round.
- •The tournament field expands from 68 to 76 teams.
- •Both cities will host games on Tuesday and Wednesday after Selection Sunday.
- •NCAA officials expect Wichita to embrace the tournament's opening.
- •UD Arena has hosted the most tournament games in history.
- 6:33 AMYahoo Sports — NCAA names 2nd site for Opening Round of Men’s Basketball Tournament
"The NCAA has announced the second site for the Opening Round of the Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament.
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