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NCAA Nears 76-Team March Madness Plan With Two-Site Opening Round

Backers frame the move as expanding access rather than a revenue play.

NCAA Moves 2028 Women’s Final Four to Lucas Oil Stadium, Plans Seating for About 31,000

NCAA Holds March Madness at 68 Teams for 2026

NCAA Pushes Basketball Tournament Expansion Decision to Fall After 2025-26 Delay