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ɬ﷬ַ.org | March 11, 2020

ɬ﷬ַ President Mark Emmert releases statement on limiting attendance at ɬ﷬ַ championships

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The ɬ﷬ַ continues to assess the impact of COVID-19 in consultation with public health officials and our  and my discussions with the ɬ﷬ַ Board of Governors, I have made the decision to conduct our upcoming championship events, including the Division I men’s and women’s basketball tournaments, with only essential staff and limited family attendance. While I understand how disappointing this is for all fans of our sports, my decision is based on the current understanding of how COVID-19 is progressing in the United States. This decision is in the best interest of public health, including that of coaches, administrators, fans and, most importantly, our student-athletes. We recognize the opportunity to compete in an ɬ﷬ַ national championship is an experience of a lifetime for the students and their families. Today, we will move forward and conduct championships consistent with the current information and will continue to monitor and make adjustments as needed.

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Division I
Men's Basketball Championship
April 4 & 6, 2026
Lucas Oil Stadium | Indianapolis, IN