College Basketball: The NCAA Tournament
The NCAA Tournament -- and the associated brackets and office pools -- is perhaps the greatest exhibition in the world of sport. (And a scourge to productivity in offices across America.) Learn the history of "March Madness" -- the format, the spectacle... and get tips on filling out your brackets.
Odds to Win the 2010 National Championship
Preseason Odds to win the 2010 NCAA Tournament, as established by BetOnline.com
Preseason Odds to win the 2010 NCAA Tournament, as established by BetOnline.com
2009 NCAA Tournament: Final Four Recap
A recap of all the 2009 Final Four NCAA Tournament games
A recap of all the 2009 Final Four NCAA Tournament games
2009 NCAA Tournament Recap
A look back at the games and spectacle of the 2009 NCAA Tournament
A look back at the games and spectacle of the 2009 NCAA Tournament
2009 NCAA Tournament: Elite Eight Recap
A recap of all the 2009 Elite Eight NCAA Tournament games
A recap of all the 2009 Elite Eight NCAA Tournament games
Fans, Cheerleaders and Mascots
The NCAA Tournament isn't just for the players and coaches... it's also a chance for cheerleading squads, dance teams, pep bands, mascots and some very creative fans to get a little time on camera.
The NCAA Tournament isn't just for the players and coaches... it's also a chance for cheerleading squads, dance teams, pep bands, mascots and some very creative fans to get a little time on camera.
2009 NCAA Tournament: Sweet Sixteen Recap
A recap of all the 2009 Sweet Sixteen NCAA Tournament games
A recap of all the 2009 Sweet Sixteen NCAA Tournament games
The NCAA Tournament in Pictures
Unforgettable images from the 2009 NCAA Tournament.
Unforgettable images from the 2009 NCAA Tournament.
2009 NCAA Tournament: First Round Recap
A recap of all the 2009 Second Round NCAA Tournament games
A recap of all the 2009 Second Round NCAA Tournament games
2009 NCAA Tournament: First Round Recap
A recap of all the 2009 First Round NCAA Tournament games
A recap of all the 2009 First Round NCAA Tournament games
2010 Final Four Ticket Application
Information on applying for tickets to the 2010 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and all regional game locations.
Information on applying for tickets to the 2010 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and all regional game locations.
NCAA Tournament Bracket Predictions
The field is set, and now the real fun begins... that most sacred of springtime rituals, "The Filling of the Brackets." Here are my... educated guesses as to how the 2009 NCAA Tournament will play out. Feel free to use them in your office pool... but your mileage may vary.
The field is set, and now the real fun begins... that most sacred of springtime rituals, "The Filling of the Brackets." Here are my... educated guesses as to how the 2009 NCAA Tournament will play out. Feel free to use them in your office pool... but your mileage may vary.
Final Four Predictions
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the Final Four
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the Final Four
South Region Bracket Predictions
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the South Region
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the South Region
East Region Bracket Predictions
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the East Region
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the East Region
West Region Bracket Predictions
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the West Region
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the West Region
Midwest Region Bracket Predictions
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the Midwest Region
Your guide to college basketball's picks for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the Midwest Region
NCAA Division I Champions
Of the over 300 schools playing Division I basketball, just 35 have won the NCAA Tournament. Here's a list of the few, the proud, the NCAA Tournament champions.
Of the over 300 schools playing Division I basketball, just 35 have won the NCAA Tournament. Here's a list of the few, the proud, the NCAA Tournament champions.
NCAA Tournament Automatic Bids
When the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee convenes on Selection Sunday, their work is nearly half-done. Of the 65 spots in your bracket, 31 are automatically assigned to conference champions -- leaving 34 spots for "at large" teams to be selected on their relative merits. The following conferences will all receive automatic bids to the 2008 NCAA Tournament. All but the Ivy League will hold to…
When the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee convenes on Selection Sunday, their work is nearly half-done. Of the 65 spots in your bracket, 31 are automatically assigned to conference champions -- leaving 34 spots for "at large" teams to be selected on their relative merits. The following conferences will all receive automatic bids to the 2008 NCAA Tournament. All but the Ivy League will hold to…
Run Your Own NCAA Tournament Pool
NCAA Tournament Pools - How to run your own NCAA Tournament pool
NCAA Tournament Pools - How to run your own NCAA Tournament pool
2009 NCAA Tournament Tickets
Tickets still available for first and second round games in the 2009 NCAA Tournament.
Tickets still available for first and second round games in the 2009 NCAA Tournament.
College Basketball's Undefeated Teams
Seven teams have won the NCAA tournament without a single defeat to mar their records. Their stories include some of the most storied names in basketball history: Bill Russell. Frank McGuire. Lew Alcindor, John Wooden, Bob Knight... these teams finished perfect seasons by taking home an NCAA championship. It is worth noting, though -- all of these teams turned the trick before the tournament fiel…
Seven teams have won the NCAA tournament without a single defeat to mar their records. Their stories include some of the most storied names in basketball history: Bill Russell. Frank McGuire. Lew Alcindor, John Wooden, Bob Knight... these teams finished perfect seasons by taking home an NCAA championship. It is worth noting, though -- all of these teams turned the trick before the tournament fiel…
What Conference Had the Most NCAA Tournament Teams in One Year?
The Big East holds the record for most teams from one conference in the NCAA Tournament, having sent eight teams to March Madness in 2006 and again in 2008.
The Big East holds the record for most teams from one conference in the NCAA Tournament, having sent eight teams to March Madness in 2006 and again in 2008.
Final Four Sites: 2009 - 2016
When March Madness spills over into April and college basketball's last four teams meet, no mere basketball stadium can contain the drama. Only the biggest indoor venues in the country can host the Final Four, and, for the most part, that means NFL stadiums. Here's a look at the venues playing host to the NCAA Tournament's final weekend through the 2015-16 season.
When March Madness spills over into April and college basketball's last four teams meet, no mere basketball stadium can contain the drama. Only the biggest indoor venues in the country can host the Final Four, and, for the most part, that means NFL stadiums. Here's a look at the venues playing host to the NCAA Tournament's final weekend through the 2015-16 season.
Place Your Bets: 2009 NCAA and Conference Championships
Betting odds for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the oddsmakers -- like every one else -- like North Carolina.
Betting odds for the 2009 NCAA Tournament: the oddsmakers -- like every one else -- like North Carolina.
Fuel Prices and March Madness
The soaring cost of fuel has driven travel costs through the roof -- so much so that the NCAA is considering scheduling changes for the NCAA Tournament to allow schools more flexibility in planning their travel.
The soaring cost of fuel has driven travel costs through the roof -- so much so that the NCAA is considering scheduling changes for the NCAA Tournament to allow schools more flexibility in planning their travel.
2010 NCAA Tournament: March Madness Site, Venue and Ticket Information
Want to attend the 2010 NCAA Tournament? The Final Four will be at Lucas Oil Stadium -- home of the Indianapolis Colts. Start planning your trip now.
Want to attend the 2010 NCAA Tournament? The Final Four will be at Lucas Oil Stadium -- home of the Indianapolis Colts. Start planning your trip now.
Shining Moments
You can't watch any college basketball game without hearing at least one reference to one of these legendary plays. Here's a look at some of the greatest moments in NCAA Tournament history.
You can't watch any college basketball game without hearing at least one reference to one of these legendary plays. Here's a look at some of the greatest moments in NCAA Tournament history.
2009 NCAA Tournament: March Madness Site, Venue and Ticket Information
Want to attend the 2009 NCAA Tournament? Start planning your trip now.
Want to attend the 2009 NCAA Tournament? Start planning your trip now.
2009 Final Four Ticket Application
Information on applying for tickets to the 2009 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and all regional game locations.
Information on applying for tickets to the 2009 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and all regional game locations.
About the NCAA Tournament
An introduction to the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament -- the largest, most elaborate and, arguably, the best postseason event on the American sports calendar.
An introduction to the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament -- the largest, most elaborate and, arguably, the best postseason event on the American sports calendar.
How to Win Your NCAA Tournament Pool
How to win the most money -- er, "entertainment value" -- from your NCAA Tournament bracket pool.
How to win the most money -- er, "entertainment value" -- from your NCAA Tournament bracket pool.
NCAA Tournament: Automatic Bids
A listing of the 31 conferences that will receive automatic bids to the 2008 NCAA Tournament and their 2007 representatives.
A listing of the 31 conferences that will receive automatic bids to the 2008 NCAA Tournament and their 2007 representatives.
Expanding the NCAA Tournament
Several of the biggest names in college hoops -- from ESPN's Bob Knight to Jim Boeheim of Syracuse to Villanova's Jay Wright -- want to expand the NCAA Tournament field. Is this a good idea?
Several of the biggest names in college hoops -- from ESPN's Bob Knight to Jim Boeheim of Syracuse to Villanova's Jay Wright -- want to expand the NCAA Tournament field. Is this a good idea?
Planting Seeds
Can you use seeds to predict which teams will excel in the NCAA Tournament? Here's a tip -- the higher-seeded teams win more often.
Can you use seeds to predict which teams will excel in the NCAA Tournament? Here's a tip -- the higher-seeded teams win more often.
Size Matters
Everyone loves a Cinderella story -- but the big conferences dominate the NCAA Tournament's final weekend.
Everyone loves a Cinderella story -- but the big conferences dominate the NCAA Tournament's final weekend.
Are NCAA Tournament Pools Legal?
According to FBI estimates, over $2.4 billion dollars changes hands -- mostly in tens and twenties -- in NCAA Tournament pools. Is any of this legal?
According to FBI estimates, over $2.4 billion dollars changes hands -- mostly in tens and twenties -- in NCAA Tournament pools. Is any of this legal?
Bracketology
ESPN NCAA Tournament expert projects the teams most likely to earn invites to March Madness in his regular "Bracketology" column.
ESPN NCAA Tournament expert projects the teams most likely to earn invites to March Madness in his regular "Bracketology" column.
2008-2010 NCAA Tournament: Site and Ticket Info
It's always good to plan ahead -- especially where Final Four tickets are concerned. Pencil in the dates and locations of the 2009, 2010 and 2011 NCAA Tournaments from the NCAA's official website.
It's always good to plan ahead -- especially where Final Four tickets are concerned. Pencil in the dates and locations of the 2009, 2010 and 2011 NCAA Tournaments from the NCAA's official website.