UNM and Albuquerque submit bid to host NCAA Tournament preliminary round games

The University of New Mexico and the city of Albuquerque are pursuing the opportunity to host NCAA Tournament preliminary round games at the Pit. They aim to leverage the arena's rich history and successful past events to make their case. After not hosting since 2012, a recent NCAA expansion to 76 teams provides a potential opening for the Pit. Their bid must be submitted by June 12, highlighting Albuquerque's amenities and the arena's capacity qualifications despite some physical dimension concerns.

• 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — Push for the Pit: UNM, city of Albuquerque make bid to host NCAA Tournament preliminary round games