College Basketball Crown Tournament Set to Showcase Elite Teams in Las Vegas
Exciting news as FOX Sports and AEG team up to launch the College Basketball Crown tournament in 2025, featuring top teams from elite conferences.
High-Stakes Showdown in Sin City
Get ready to witness the clash of the titans as the College Basketball Crown tournament makes its debut in Las Vegas in the spring of 2025. FOX Sports and AEG have joined forces to create a new postseason event that promises to deliver intense competition and thrilling matchups.
The tournament will bring together 16 teams from powerhouse conferences such as the Big Ten, Big 12, and BIG EAST, along with additional at-large participants. This means fans can expect to see some of the best student-athletes in the country battling it out on the court for ultimate glory.
March Madness Redefined
The College Basketball Crown tournament is set to take place at two iconic venues in Las Vegas - the MGM Grand Garden Arena and the T-Mobile Arena. From Monday, March 31 to Sunday, April 6, 2025, basketball enthusiasts will have the opportunity to witness all the action live on FOX and FS1.
- 16 teams
- Elite conferences
- High-stakes matchups
New Opportunities for Student-Athletes
Unlike the NCAA tournament, where only a select number of teams qualify, the College Basketball Crown opens its doors to teams that did not make the cut. With two automatic qualifiers from each participating conference and additional teams chosen by a committee, more student-athletes will have a chance to showcase their skills on a national stage.
FOX Sports Executive Vice President, Jordan Bazant, expressed his excitement about the tournament, stating, "Postseason college basketball is one of the most exciting times of year, and FOX Sports is proud to be at the forefront of efforts to evolve and elevate the sport."
Exclusive Partnerships and Sponsorships
AEG Global Partnerships will have exclusive rights to all commercial sales and sponsorship activations for the College Basketball Crown, while FOX Sports will oversee media rights and broadcast sales. This collaboration aims to create unique experiences for fans and elevate the global sports landscape.
Todd Goldstein, Chief Revenue Officer at AEG, highlighted the importance of the partnership, saying, "The time is right, Las Vegas is the ideal destination, and the College Basketball Crown is the perfect additive event to further elevate the most exciting postseason in sports."
Official Ticketing Provider
Vivid Seats has been selected as the Official Ticketing Provider of the College Basketball Crown tournament. As part of this innovative agreement with FOX Sports, AEG, and AXS, Vivid Seats will offer fans a seamless ticketing experience for all games in the tournament.
Commissioners from participating conferences such as Val Ackerman from the BIG EAST, Tony Petitti from the Big Ten, and Brett Yormark from the Big 12 expressed their enthusiasm for the inaugural College Basketball Crown, acknowledging it as a significant addition to the college basketball calendar.
Stay Tuned for More Updates
As excitement builds for the upcoming tournament, more information on ticket sales, broadcast details, and additional teams will be released at a later date. Fans can expect thrilling matchups, intense competition, and unforgettable moments as the College Basketball Crown takes center stage in Las Vegas.
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