When Does College Basketball Start in 2019?
The start of the college basketball season is always an exciting time for fans, players, and coaches alike. If you're wondering when the 2019-2020 season kicks off, you're in the right place. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you mark your calendars.
Official Start Date
The official start date for the 2019-2020 college basketball season is Monday, November 4, 2019. This is when the first games of the season will be played, marking the beginning of another thrilling year of college hoops.
Early Season Tournaments
While the official start date is in early November, some teams begin their seasons even earlier with exempt tournaments. These tournaments, like the Maui Invitational and the Champions Classic, allow teams to play a few games before the regular season begins. Some of these early season tournaments start as early as November 1, 2019.
Key Dates to Remember
Here are some key dates to keep in mind as you plan your college basketball viewing schedule for the 2019-2020 season:
- November 4, 2019: Official start of the regular season
- November 25-27, 2019: Thanksgiving week tournaments, including the Maui Invitational and the Advocare Invitational
- December 14, 2019: Big Ten/ACC Challenge
- January 25, 2020: Martin Luther King Jr. Day games
- March 1, 2020: Regular season ends
- March 15-21, 2020: NCAA Tournament First Four and first-round games
- April 5, 2020: NCAA Tournament National Championship Game
Conference Tournaments
After the regular season ends on March 1, 2020, conference tournaments will take place from March 7-14, 2020. These tournaments determine the automatic qualifiers for the NCAA Tournament.
NCAA Tournament Selection Show
The NCAA Tournament Selection Show will air on Sunday, March 15, 2020, revealing the 68 teams that will compete in the Big Dance. The First Four games will take place on March 17-18, 2020, followed by the first-round games on March 19-20, 2020.
From there, the road to the Final Four and the National Championship Game in Atlanta, Georgia, will be filled with thrilling upsets, clutch performances, and unforgettable moments. Mark your calendars, and get ready for another exciting year of college basketball!
