Big 5 Classic Returns with Key Changes and Exciting Matchups

The second annual Big 5 Classic tips off at the Wells Fargo Center, featuring a revamped fan experience and a new pod system for future tournaments.

The 2024 Big 5 Classic is underway at the Wells Fargo Center, with St. Joseph’s defending their title against La Salle in the championship game.
A new pod system for the Big 5 tournament has been confirmed for next season, altering traditional rivalries such as Villanova vs. St. Joseph's.
This season’s tournament includes a fifth-place game (Penn vs. Drexel), a third-place game (Villanova vs. Temple), and a championship game (St. Joseph’s vs. La Salle).
Fan engagement has been expanded with activities like a tailgate zone, photo stations, and a Battle of the Bands to enhance the game-day experience.
The tournament's format, introduced last year, includes group stages and a final, with all games continuing to alternate home venues annually.