In the new format, Wichita will join Dayton, Ohio, as a joint host site for play on the Tuesday and Wednesday immediately after Selection Sunday, starting with next year’s tournament. The NCAA previously announced the tournament would grow from 68 to 76 teams.
Visit Wichita vice president of sports development Josh Howell said the success of past tournament hosting helped drive the selection. FOX Kansas News covered the announcement and details about what it means for local fans.