Detroit Secures 2028 NCAA® Division I Men's Basketball Regional

City Continues Storied Legacy of Attracting NCAA Championships

DETROIT, Oct. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA®) announced today that Detroit will host the 2028 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Regional at Little Caesars Arena on March 24 and 26, 2028, further solidifying the city's reputation as a premier destination for collegiate sports.

«From the record-breaking 2024 NFL Draft in April to the Division I Men's Basketball Midwest Regional in March, this has been a historic year for Detroit,” said Dave Beachnau, Executive Director of the Detroit Sports Commission (DSC). „We're grateful to the NCAA staff and committee for entrusting the DSC, our host institutions and partners with another Midwest Regional. This opportunity allows us to continue building momentum, showcase Detroit as a premier sports destination, and make a lasting impact on our community.”

This announcement follows Detroit's selection as the host city for the 2028 Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament, taking place at Little Caesars Arena from March 1-5, 2028, marking the first time the tournament will be held in Detroit.

Detroit's success as a top host city is driven by its world-class venues, strong community collaboration, and proven track record. In 2027, Ford Field will host the NCAA Men's Final Four®, with the national semifinals on April 3 and the championship game on April 5.

The city has a longstanding history of delivering successful NCAA events. Little Caesars Arena hosted the sold-out 2018 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, drew over 100,000 fans for the 2022 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships, and attracted more than 37,000 attendees for the 2024 NCAA Men's Basketball Midwest Regional.

Co-hosted by the DSC, Oakland (MI) University, and University of Detroit Mercy, the Regional will take place at Little Caesars Arena on March 24 and 26, 2028.

“Oakland University is excited to once again partner with the Detroit Sports Commission to host another NCAA Championship event,” said Steve Waterfield, Oakland University Director of Athletics. „The 2028 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament will bring fans from across the